ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 838697 Results

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1 Equitable most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
dubious
impartial
defiant
corrosive

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 corrosive is "bitingly sarcastic.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

2 Raspy most nearly means:
83% Answer Correctly
avian
harsh
lurid
extant

Solution
The definition for raspy is "rough, grating." Used in a sentence: After shouting to his players through the long game, the coach's voice was raspy. The definition for avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for extant is "Currently existing.", and the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking."

3 The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene.
55% Answer Correctly
fastidious
corrective
lenient
compulsion

Solution
The definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details." Used in a sentence: The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene. The definition for corrective is "intended to correct.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

4 The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall.
61% Answer Correctly
flaunt
sensualism
obnoxious
demean

Solution
The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for obnoxious is "highly offensive.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for demean is "To lower status."

5 Garish most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
gaudy
awe
inviolable
rhapsody

Solution
The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness."