ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 732346 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.58
Score 0% 72%

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1 Onset most nearly means:
89% Answer Correctly
defiant
start
derelict
insolence

Solution
The definition for onset is "Beginning." Used in a sentence: Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

2 Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class.
75% Answer Correctly
suppress
meticulous
parity
compulsion

Solution
The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for compulsion is "an irresistible impulse.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for parity is "Equality."

3 Gravity most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
flagrant
seriousness
naive
obnoxious

Solution
The definition for gravity is "Importance, significance." Used in a sentence: Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology. The definition for obnoxious is "highly offensive.", the definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom.", and the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive."

4 Prominence most nearly means:
57% Answer Correctly
precept
fidelity
renown
accentuate

Solution
The definition for prominence is "Importance." Used in a sentence: The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

5 The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage.
64% Answer Correctly
regale
obnoxious
brandish
revive

Solution
The definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures." Used in a sentence: The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage. The definition for obnoxious is "highly offensive.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for revive is "To bring back to life."