ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 812735 Results

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1 The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard.
60% Answer Correctly
methodical
destitute
hedonism
unscrupulous

Solution
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for unscrupulous is "lacking principles.", the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."

2 All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class.
76% Answer Correctly
derivative
rule
brandish
buffer

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 derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly."

3 The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew.
80% Answer Correctly
irritation
appraise
opportune
cunning

Solution
The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for cunning is "showing clever insight.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."

4 Rhapsody most nearly means:
65% Answer Correctly
scamper
corroborate
ecstasy
extant

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The definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness." Used in a sentence: Lorraine was in rhapsody when she was accepte to the college of her dreams. The definition for extant is "currently existing.", the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."

5 Garish most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
gaudy
facade
awe
placebo

Solution
The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for placebo is "an inactive substance used in medical testing.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder."