ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 648729 Results

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Questions 5 5
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1 The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall.
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comprehensible
sensualism
camaraderie
eulogy

Solution
The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for comprehensible is "understandable.", the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."

2 The arrogant writer did not hide his disdain for his uneducated dinner companion.
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grandiose
adversary
scorn
periodic

Solution
The definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt." Used in a sentence: The arrogant writer did not hide his disdain for his uneducated dinner companion. The definition for adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."

3 Epistolary most nearly means:
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written
ecstatic
futile
clairvoyance

Solution
The definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters." Used in a sentence: The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile. The definition for ecstatic is "overwhelmingly emotional.", the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective.", and the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception."

4 Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date.
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penurious
supple
observe
buffoonery

Solution
The definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony." Used in a sentence: Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date. The definition for supple is "flexible.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

5 Solace most nearly means:
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avian
civility
derivative
comfort

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The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for civility is "politeness.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for avian is "Relating to birds."