ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 746218 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.39
Score 0% 68%

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1 Meticulous most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
prominence
fastidious
impenitent
corroborate

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 corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for prominence is "Importance.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."

2 Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels.
62% Answer Correctly
pomp
adorn
procrastinate
facade

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 pomp is "showy display.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

3 The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche.
71% Answer Correctly
deferment
benefactor
camaraderie
incite

Solution
The definition for induce is "To influence or cause." Used in a sentence: The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. The definition for camaraderie is "spirit of friendship.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."

4 Periodic most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
melee
repeated
scapegoat
refurbish

Solution
The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."

5 Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress.
71% Answer Correctly
pathos
inappropriate
inflammatory
duplicity

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 duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger."