ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 747809 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.71
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1 The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors.
59% Answer Correctly
gaudy
archetypal
incumbent
ramble

Solution
The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."

2 Colossal most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
straddle
corroborate
celebrated
gigantic

Solution
The definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous." Used in a sentence: After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder. The definition for celebrated is "widely known, respected.", the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

3 Unscrupulous most nearly means:
73% Answer Correctly
corrective
disconcert
precept
corrupt

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 precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct."

4 The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic.
92% Answer Correctly
parity
extant
devastating
pomp

Solution
The definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune." Used in a sentence: The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for parity is "Equality.", and the definition for extant is "Currently existing."

5 Equitable most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
refurbish
pretentious
impartial
periodic

Solution
The definition for equitable is "Fair and equal." Used in a sentence: The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen.", and the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims."