ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 772896 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 2.95
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1 Drab most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
dreary
archetypal
onset
revoke

Solution
The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for onset is "Beginning.", and the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back."

2 Jan couldn't help enjoying the pomp of the elaborate wedding ceremony.
55% Answer Correctly
compulsion
pageantry
prudent
composed

Solution
The definition for pomp is "Showy display." Used in a sentence: Jan couldn't help enjoying the pomp of the elaborate wedding ceremony. The definition for prudent is "marked by wisdom, shrewd.", the definition for composed is "Calm.", and the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse."

3 Melodious most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
dulcet
distortion
inviolable
drab

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for inviolable is "secure from assault of trespass.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."

4 Immoderate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
ploy
implausible
excessive
derivative

Solution
The definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits." Used in a sentence: Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."

5 Straddle most nearly means:
43% Answer Correctly
nurture
mandate
cunning
waffle

Solution
The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."