ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 910987 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.15
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1 Procrastinate most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
pretense
anthology
delay
parity

Solution
The definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally." Used in a sentence: Yvonne's father urged, "Don't procrastinate. Clean your room right away." The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for parity is "Equality."

2 Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in.
64% Answer Correctly
straddle
impenitent
moderate
propitious

Solution
The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average."

3 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
censure
fickle
civility
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 censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

4 The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses.
53% Answer Correctly
punctual
impenitent
heed
petty

Solution
The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."

5 Prominence most nearly means:
57% Answer Correctly
frugal
renown
refurbish
gargantuan

Solution
The definition for prominence is "Importance." Used in a sentence: The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out. The definition for frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."