ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 975184 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.57
Score 0% 71%

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1 Turpitude most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
corruption
repel
polarize
ploy

Solution
The definition for turpitude is "Essential baseness, depravity." Used in a sentence: The turpitude of the villain in the movie offended most audiences. The definition for repel is "to resist, reject.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan."

2 Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert.
55% Answer Correctly
implausible
avian
salvage
akin

Solution
The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin."

3 The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic.
92% Answer Correctly
sociable
nurture
catastrophic
devastating

Solution
The definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune." Used in a sentence: The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."

4 Carmine was concerned about his usually cheerful brother's apathetic attitude.
68% Answer Correctly
impassive
aerate
parity
extol

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 extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for parity is "Equality."

5 The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited.
82% Answer Correctly
benefactor
courtesy
flagrant
aerate

Solution
The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for flagrant is "noticeably offensive.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."