ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 958438 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.27
Score 0% 65%

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1 Incumbent most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
entangle
oblilgatory
appalling
buffoonery

Solution
The definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility." Used in a sentence: It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party. The definition for entangle is "to involve in trouble.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

2 The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene.
55% Answer Correctly
antidote
fastidious
penurious
commemorate

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 antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts.", and the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy."

3 Epitaph most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
pallid
stifle
inscription
gargantuan

Solution
The definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person." Used in a sentence: "Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone. The definition for gargantuan is "gigantic.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

4 Compulsion most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
rhapsody
pomp
urge
distortion

Solution
The definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse." Used in a sentence: Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness."

5 The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable.
61% Answer Correctly
facade
retrograde
demeanor
gargantuan

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 gargantuan is "gigantic.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."