ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 664990 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.19
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1 Pretentious most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
incongruous
supple
pompous
polarize

Solution
The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."

2 Indecorous most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
obnoxious
vulgar
antidote
servile

Solution
The definition for indecorous is "In bad taste." Used in a sentence: My parents banned Chad from our house because of his indecorous behavior at dinner. The definition for obnoxious is "highly offensive.", the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."

3 The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche.
71% Answer Correctly
incite
awe
iridescent
stern

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 iridescent is "having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder."

4 It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party.
66% Answer Correctly
buffer
implement
aerate
oblilgatory

Solution
The definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility." Used in a sentence: It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for aerate is "To supply with air."

5 The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
53% Answer Correctly
accentuate
pathos
scapegoat
dulcet

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for pathos is "sympathetic pity.", the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize.", and the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others."