ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 74237 Results

Your Results Global Average
Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.62
Score 0% 72%

Review

1 Immoderate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
duplicity
benevolent
grandiose
excessive

Solution
The definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits." Used in a sentence: Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

2 The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation.
55% Answer Correctly
grandiose
composed
avian
genial

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for composed is "calm.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for avian is "Relating to birds."

3 "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client.
80% Answer Correctly
indecorous
compulsion
verify
discern

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for compulsion is "an irresistible impulse.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct."

4 The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders.
79% Answer Correctly
conduit
repulse
extol
refurbish

Solution
The definition for repel is "To resist, reject." Used in a sentence: The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders. The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing."

5 Oblivious most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
distortion
aerate
careless
interminable

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 interminable is "never ending, or seemingly endless.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."