ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 813017 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.45
Score 0% 69%

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1 Wanda read the dictionary every night to augment her vocabulary.
81% Answer Correctly
melodious
parity
clarity
enhance

Solution
The definition for augment is "To make greater." Used in a sentence: Wanda read the dictionary every night to augment her vocabulary. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for clarity is "Clearness.", and the definition for parity is "Equality."

2 Grandiose most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
pretentious
untenable
avian
repentant

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

3 Equitable most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
implement
scamper
embellish
impartial

Solution
The definition for equitable is "Fair and equal." Used in a sentence: The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."

4 Oblivious most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
careless
aerate
disconcert
straddle

Solution
The definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness." Used in a sentence: Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for aerate is "To supply with air."

5 The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos.
73% Answer Correctly
lenient
compassion
grandiose
advantageous

Solution
The definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity." Used in a sentence: The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos. The definition for advantageous is "giving an advantage.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."