ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 676381 Results

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1 The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers.
73% Answer Correctly
melodious
oblivious
extant
corrupt

Solution
The definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles." Used in a sentence: The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers. The definition for extant is "currently existing.", the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

2 Opportune most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
solace
propitious
ploy
polarize

Solution
The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in. The definition for ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."

3 The frightened kitten scampered away from the butterfly.
77% Answer Correctly
appalling
cunning
punctual
dash

Solution
The definition for scamper is "To run quickly." Used in a sentence: The frightened kitten scampered away from the butterfly. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

4 Darren dreaded carpooling with the egotist Shelly, who talked about herself nonstop.
55% Answer Correctly
blowhard
scamper
foil
opportune

Solution
The definition for egotist is "Self–important person." Used in a sentence: Darren dreaded carpooling with the egotist Shelly, who talked about herself nonstop. The definition for scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

5 The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall.
61% Answer Correctly
stern
sensualism
incidental
retroactive

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 retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."