ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 757324 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.67
Score 0% 73%

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1 Ecstatic most nearly means:
88% Answer Correctly
overjoyed
deferment
ethical
pretentious

Solution
The definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional." Used in a sentence: They were ecstatic when their team won the championship game in the last second. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying.", and the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims."

2 Regurgitate most nearly means:
65% Answer Correctly
incongruous
stern
pretense
spew

Solution
The definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back." Used in a sentence: The teacher wanted us to examine ideas rather than to regurgitate memorized facts. The definition for incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."

3 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
accommodate
commemorate
anthology
pretentious

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for commemorate is "to mark by a ceremony.", the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."

4 Lenient most nearly means:
78% Answer Correctly
merciful
impenitent
fraud
advantageous

Solution
The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for fraud is "trick.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."

5 "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client.
80% Answer Correctly
melodious
verify
inflammatory
promote

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 promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger."