ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 840224 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.39
Score 0% 68%

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1 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
archetypal
refurbish
inviolable
pretentious

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 refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

2 After shouting to his players through the long game, the coach's voice was raspy.
83% Answer Correctly
promote
advantageous
procrastinate
harsh

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 procrastinate is "to put off intentionally.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."

3 Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself.
76% Answer Correctly
egotist
excuse
oblivious
cunning

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The definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable." Used in a sentence: Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself. The definition for oblivious is "lacking awareness.", the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."

4 The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry.
59% Answer Correctly
caustic
composed
epistolary
refurbish

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The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for epistolary is "contained or carried on in letters.", the definition for composed is "Calm.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."

5 Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper.
64% Answer Correctly
fraud
buffoonery
revive
parade

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The definition for flaunt is "To display showily." Used in a sentence: Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper. The definition for revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for fraud is "Trick."