ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 839719 Results

	Your Results	Global Average
Questions	5	5
Correct	0	3.62
Score	0%	72%

Review

1 Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts.

88% Answer Correctly

	start
	procrastinate
	fidelity
	rehash

Solution

The definition for onset is "Beginning." Used in a sentence: Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts. The definition for procrastinate is "to put off intentionally.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for rehash is "To discuss again."

2 Finite most nearly means:

86% Answer Correctly

	limited
	belated
	apathetic
	brandish

Solution

The definition for finite is "Having definite limits." Used in a sentence: The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

3 Incidental most nearly means:

53% Answer Correctly

	unscrupulous
	fidelity
	extenuating
	petty

Solution

The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for fidelity is "state of being faithful.", the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

4 The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain.

70% Answer Correctly

	curtail
	cushion
	meticulous
	buffoonery

Solution

The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. The definition for buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for curtail is "To make less."

5 Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition.

66% Answer Correctly

	discern
	incongruous
	patron
	foil

Solution

The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible."