ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 612399 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.44
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1 Induce most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
incite
scamper
demeanor
prune

Solution
The definition for induce is "To influence or cause." Used in a sentence: The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."

2 My clever brother Jeffrey regaled the dinner guests with tales of his adventures.
72% Answer Correctly
melodious
celebrated
accentuate
entertain

Solution
The definition for regale is "To amuse." Used in a sentence: My clever brother Jeffrey regaled the dinner guests with tales of his adventures. The definition for celebrated is "widely known, respected.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."

3 Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress.
71% Answer Correctly
archetypal
supple
flagrant
inappropriate

Solution
The definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible." Used in a sentence: Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for supple is "Flexible.", and the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive."

4 Grandiose most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
censure
pomp
appalling
pretentious

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for censure is "To find fault with.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

5 Intricate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
gruff
benefactor
methodical
complicated

Solution
The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for methodical is "performed in an orderly manner.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."