ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 85357 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.16
Score 0% 63%

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1 The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene.
55% Answer Correctly
procrastinate
redouble
fastidious
turmoil

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 redouble is "to make twice as great.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."

2 Jan couldn't help enjoying the pomp of the elaborate wedding ceremony.
55% Answer Correctly
implement
pageantry
brandish
belated

Solution
The definition for pomp is "Showy display." Used in a sentence: Jan couldn't help enjoying the pomp of the elaborate wedding ceremony. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish."

3 Fraud most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
drub
deceit
extant
placebo

Solution
The definition for fraud is "Trick." Used in a sentence: The con man's fraud involved selling swampland to gullible investors. The definition for drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for extant is "Currently existing."

4 Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper.
64% Answer Correctly
egotist
parade
pallid
promote

Solution
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 pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for egotist is "Self–important person.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

5 It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party.
66% Answer Correctly
oblilgatory
moderate
extol
stifle

Solution
The definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility." Used in a sentence: It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average."