ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 748499 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.47
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1 Comparable most nearly means:
54% Answer Correctly
augment
grandiose
akin
retroactive

Solution
The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for augment is "to make greater.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition."

2 Catastrophic most nearly means:
92% Answer Correctly
embellish
meticulous
serenity
devastating

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 meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for serenity is "Calmness.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."

3 The turpitude of the villain in the movie offended most audiences.
60% Answer Correctly
camaraderie
immoderate
corruption
aesthete

Solution
The definition for turpitude is "Essential baseness, depravity." Used in a sentence: The turpitude of the villain in the movie offended most audiences. The definition for immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."

4 Punctual most nearly means:
78% Answer Correctly
appalling
benefactor
prompt
facade

Solution
The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

5 Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party.
62% Answer Correctly
flaunt
repentant
elusive
surfeit

Solution
The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for repentant is "feeling regret.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp."