ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 641082 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.58
Score 0% 72%

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1 Precept most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
rule
embellish
drub
refurbish

Solution
The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."

2 The general devised a cunning strategy to outfox the enemy.
71% Answer Correctly
exasperation
servile
celebrated
crafty

Solution
The definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight." Used in a sentence: The general devised a cunning strategy to outfox the enemy. The definition for servile is "fearfully submissive.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

3 Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection.
74% Answer Correctly
polarize
careless
cunning
salvage

Solution
The definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness." Used in a sentence: Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection. The definition for cunning is "showing clever insight.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin."

4 Incongruous most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
diffident
inappropriate
pantomime
straddle

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 pantomime is "telling a story through gestures.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

5 Inauspicious most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
meticulous
ominous
egotist
discern

Solution
The definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable." Used in a sentence: Gary believed the black foreboding sky was an inauspicious sign. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."