ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 700243 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.40
Score 0% 68%

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1 Nurture most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
precept
incisive
methodical
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 precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."

2 Grandiose most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
apathetic
proximity
pretentious
promote

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion."

3 The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother.
71% Answer Correctly
revoke
impudence
clarity
implement

Solution
The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for clarity is "Clearness.", and the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back."

4 Embellish most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
derelict
adorn
discern
procrastinate

Solution
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."

5 The lurid photos of the crime scene upset the jury.
71% Answer Correctly
absolve
turpitude
gruesome
stealth

Solution
The definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking." Used in a sentence: The lurid photos of the crime scene upset the jury. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", and the definition for turpitude is "Essential baseness, depravity."