ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 605629 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.32
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1 Apathetic most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
obnoxious
corrosive
impassive
rail

Solution
The definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion." Used in a sentence: Carmine was concerned about his usually cheerful brother's apathetic attitude. The definition for obnoxious is "highly offensive.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic."

2 Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor.
61% Answer Correctly
disposition
archetypal
clairvoyance
proximity

Solution
The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", and the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example."

3 Diffident most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
incumbent
augment
facade
timid

Solution
The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for augment is "to make greater.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

4 Unscrupulous most nearly means:
73% Answer Correctly
corrupt
finite
drab
ethical

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The definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles." Used in a sentence: The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."

5 The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors.
60% Answer Correctly
incisive
pretense
scapegoat
gaudy

Solution
The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."