ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 835925 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.20
Score 0% 64%

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1 Repentant most nearly means:
49% Answer Correctly
ploy
compulsion
contrite
immoderate

Solution
The definition for repentant is "Feeling regret." Used in a sentence: The repentant Dana admitted to cheating on the test. The definition for ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits."

2 Drab most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
periodic
garish
dreary
incisive

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 garish is "offensively bright.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."

3 Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral.
66% Answer Correctly
scamper
homage
condone
appalling

Solution
The definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased." Used in a sentence: Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral. The definition for condone is "to treat as acceptable.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."

4 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
pretentious
fidelity
camaraderie
revoke

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 revoke is "to cancel by taking back.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful."

5 Fraud most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
promote
deceit
augment
implausible

Solution
The definition for fraud is "Trick." Used in a sentence: The con man's fraud involved selling swampland to gullible investors. The definition for implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for augment is "To make greater."