ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 80672 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.54
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1 Impenitent most nearly means:
47% Answer Correctly
obdurate
meticulous
manifest
benevolent

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for manifest is "Obvious.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

2 Finite most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
commemorate
ethical
futile
limited

Solution
The definition for finite is "Having definite limits." Used in a sentence: The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."

3 Condone most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
excuse
benefactor
interminable
punctual

Solution
The definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable." Used in a sentence: Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself. The definition for interminable is "never ending, or seemingly endless.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

4 The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors.
74% Answer Correctly
complicated
extenuating
untenable
eloquent

Solution
The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive."

5 The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate.
71% Answer Correctly
ploy
detect
exception
corroborate

Solution
The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."