ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 963380 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.34
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1 The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit.
70% Answer Correctly
trim
entangle
drub
extenuating

Solution
The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble."

2 Parity most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
sociable
refurbish
demeanor
sameness

Solution
The definition for parity is "Equality." Used in a sentence: Hilda, to avoid squabbles, aimed for parity in the slices of birthday cake. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."

3 Corrosive most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
caustic
implement
epistolary
dubious

Solution
The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for epistolary is "contained or carried on in letters.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish."

4 Gravity most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
equitable
onset
inviolable
seriousness

Solution
The definition for gravity is "Importance, significance." Used in a sentence: Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology. The definition for onset is "beginning.", the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

5 Flaunt most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
plaudits
fragile
belated
parade

Solution
The definition for flaunt is "To display showily." Used in a sentence: Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper. The definition for belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for fragile is "Delicate.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."