ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 947660 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.15
Score 0% 63%

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1 Hedonism most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
aerate
eulogy
sensualism
pantomime

Solution
The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures.", and the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased."

2 Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics.
67% Answer Correctly
elucidate
diffident
rail
immoderate

Solution
The definition for illuminate is "To make clear." Used in a sentence: Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics. The definition for immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."

3 Solace most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
surplus
rail
comfort
archaic

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for archaic is "characteristic of an earlier time.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for surplus is "Excess."

4 Carmine was concerned about his usually cheerful brother's apathetic attitude.
68% Answer Correctly
liability
impassive
authoritarian
insolence

Solution
The definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion." Used in a sentence: Carmine was concerned about his usually cheerful brother's apathetic attitude. The definition for insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority.", 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."

5 Benevolent most nearly means:
50% Answer Correctly
appalling
altruistic
colossal
liability

Solution
The definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful." Used in a sentence: Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", and the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous."