ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 926300 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.43
Score 0% 69%

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1 Ramble most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
benefactor
exalt
raspy
roam

Solution
The definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language." Used in a sentence: Professor Tan rambled during his lectures, frequently straying from the subject. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for raspy is "rough, grating."

2 Just when it seemed the rain would never stop, the storm suddenly began to abate.
65% Answer Correctly
subside
disconcert
extant
liability

Solution
The definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity." Used in a sentence: Just when it seemed the rain would never stop, the storm suddenly began to abate. The definition for disconcert is "to throw into confusion.", the definition for extant is "Currently existing.", 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."

3 Meticulous most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
abate
moderate
commemorate
fastidious

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 commemorate is "to mark by a ceremony.", the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average.", and the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity."

4 Clarity most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
elate
lucidity
exception
parity

Solution
The definition for clarity is "Clearness." Used in a sentence: The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for parity is "Equality."

5 Futile most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
hopeless
disdain
pallid
unscrupulous

Solution
The definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective." Used in a sentence: Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind. The definition for unscrupulous is "lacking principles.", the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."