ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 824179 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.58
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1 Melodious most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
pathos
catastrophic
manifest
dulcet

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 manifest is "obvious.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune."

2 All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class.
76% Answer Correctly
defiant
nurture
rule
clairvoyance

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 defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."

3 Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment.
89% Answer Correctly
renovate
fragile
pretense
advantageous

Solution
The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for advantageous is "giving an advantage.", the definition for fragile is "Delicate.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."

4 Extant most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
foil
living
facade
appraise

Solution
The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

5 The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors.
74% Answer Correctly
fidelity
complicated
incidental
heinous

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 heinous is "shockingly evil.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful."