ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 859989 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 2.77
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1 Impenitent most nearly means:
47% Answer Correctly
liability
obdurate
insolence
censure

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for censure is "To find fault with."

2 Garish most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
elate
parity
gaudy
lurid

Solution
The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for lurid is "causing horror, shocking.", the definition for parity is "Equality.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."

3 Melodious most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
rehash
scapegoat
dulcet
interminable

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for interminable is "never ending, or seemingly endless.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others."

4 The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters.
61% Answer Correctly
impartial
scamper
stifle
corrosive

Solution
The definition for equitable is "Fair and equal." Used in a sentence: The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters. The definition for corrosive is "bitingly sarcastic.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."

5 Mundane most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
commonplace
proximity
buffoonery
demean

Solution
The definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary." Used in a sentence: The flighty Caroline could not be troubled with mundane tasks such as paying her bills. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."