ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 691423 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.89
Score 0% 78%

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1 Mary did the ethical thing and turned in the diamond necklace she found.
82% Answer Correctly
plaudits
honorable
combative
heed

Solution
The definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards." Used in a sentence: Mary did the ethical thing and turned in the diamond necklace she found. The definition for heed is "to pay attention to.", the definition for combative is "Eager to fight.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

2 Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress.
70% Answer Correctly
manifest
refurbish
appalling
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 refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for manifest is "Obvious."

3 Colossal most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
stealth
inviolable
grandiose
gigantic

Solution
The definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous." Used in a sentence: After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed."

4 Clarity most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
brandish
lucidity
advantageous
exalt

Solution
The definition for clarity is "Clearness." Used in a sentence: The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."

5 Nurture most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
melee
immoderate
avian
foster

Solution
The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for avian is "Relating to birds."