ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 720233 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.46
Score 0% 69%

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1 Precept most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
defiant
rule
comparable
drab

Solution
The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."

2 Oblivious most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
absolve
salvage
careless
disconcert

Solution
The definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness." Used in a sentence: Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection. The definition for salvage is "to save from ruin.", the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."

3 Unscrupulous most nearly means:
73% Answer Correctly
aerate
interminable
corrupt
immoderate

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 immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless."

4 Extol most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
glorify
regurgitate
punctual
benevolent

Solution
The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back."

5 Meticulous most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
corrective
fastidious
placebo
solace

Solution
The definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details." Used in a sentence: The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene. The definition for solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."