ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 761612 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.38
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1 Comparable most nearly means:
54% Answer Correctly
grandiose
akin
belated
obnoxious

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 belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive."

2 Civility most nearly means:
82% Answer Correctly
courtesy
disconcert
catastrophic
fragile

Solution
The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for disconcert is "to throw into confusion.", the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune.", and the definition for fragile is "Delicate."

3 Corrosive most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
punctual
implausible
caustic
advantageous

Solution
The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."

4 Precept most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
insinuate
exasperation
rule
flourish

Solution
The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly."

5 Defiant most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
impudent
derelict
rail
avian

Solution
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for avian is "Relating to birds."