ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 765633 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.45
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1 Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology.
74% Answer Correctly
pathos
condone
mandate
seriousness

Solution
The definition for gravity is "Importance, significance." Used in a sentence: Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology. The definition for pathos is "sympathetic pity.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable."

2 Catastrophic most nearly means:
92% Answer Correctly
demean
prudent
devastating
derelict

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 demean is "to lower status.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."

3 Eulogy most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
solace
incisive
homage
lenient

Solution
The definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased." Used in a sentence: Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral. The definition for incisive is "impressively direct and decisive.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."

4 Flagrant most nearly means:
49% Answer Correctly
ethical
avian
glaring
inviolable

Solution
The definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive." Used in a sentence: The executive was fired for his flagrant abuse of the company expense account. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for avian is "Relating to birds."

5 Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper.
64% Answer Correctly
parade
flagrant
sociable
melodious

Solution
The definition for flaunt is "To display showily." Used in a sentence: Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper. The definition for flagrant is "noticeably offensive.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship."