ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 850283 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.61
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1 Appalling most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
curtail
accommodate
rail
dreadful

Solution
The definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust." Used in a sentence: Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling. The definition for curtail is "to make less.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to."

2 Fidelity most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
buffer
diffident
obnoxious
loyalty

Solution
The definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful." Used in a sentence: Unlike her fickle friend Benji, May Belle was known for her fidelity. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive."

3 Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill.
67% Answer Correctly
handicap
onset
straddle
inauspicious

Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for onset is "beginning.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

4 All Randolph needed to implement his plan was a moonless night and a long rope.
79% Answer Correctly
execute
benefactor
abate
ramble

Solution
The definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish." Used in a sentence: All Randolph needed to implement his plan was a moonless night and a long rope. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity."

5 Hedonism most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
appalling
untenable
methodical
sensualism

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 methodical is "performed in an orderly manner.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."