ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 851499 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.46
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1 Penurious most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
colossal
fidelity
frugal
derivative

Solution
The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for fidelity is "state of being faithful.", the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."

2 Diffident most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
precept
timid
revive
comparable

Solution
The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for comparable is "similar, equivalent.", the definition for revive is "To bring back to life.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

3 Immoderate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
condone
repel
excessive
defiant

Solution
The definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits." Used in a sentence: Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet. The definition for condone is "to treat as acceptable.", the definition for repel is "To resist, reject.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

4 Drub most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
beat
implausible
corroborate
precept

Solution
The definition for drub is "To defeat decisively." Used in a sentence: The powerful young boxer drubbed the longtime champion. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence."

5 Lurid most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
discern
gruesome
oblivious
belated

Solution
The definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking." Used in a sentence: The lurid photos of the crime scene upset the jury. The definition for belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."