ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 923393 Results

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1 The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable.
61% Answer Correctly
retrograde
liability
extol
epistolary

Solution
The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition." Used in a sentence: The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable. The definition for extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."

2 Unlike her fickle friend Benji, May Belle was known for her fidelity.
85% Answer Correctly
flaw
incongruous
placebo
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 flaw is "an imperfection.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible."

3 Rhapsody most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
ecstasy
elate
oblivious
exasperation

Solution
The definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness." Used in a sentence: Lorraine was in rhapsody when she was accepte to the college of her dreams. The definition for oblivious is "lacking awareness.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."

4 Pantomime most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
charade
raspy
comprehensible
civility

Solution
The definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures." Used in a sentence: The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime. The definition for comprehensible is "understandable.", the definition for civility is "Politeness.", and the definition for raspy is "rough, grating."

5 Meticulous most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
scapegoat
clairvoyance
fastidious
brandish

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 scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", and the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly."