ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 98169 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.26
Score 0% 65%

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1 The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released.
47% Answer Correctly
flaunt
insolence
obdurate
penurious

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for penurious is "extrememly stingy.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for flaunt is "To display showily."

2 The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew.
80% Answer Correctly
eloquent
scapegoat
irritation
incongruous

Solution
The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive.", and the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible."

3 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
punctual
inauspicious
pretentious
dubious

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for punctual is "On time.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

4 Hedonism most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
corrosive
diffident
sensualism
disconcert

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 disconcert is "to throw into confusion.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic."

5 Compulsion most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
entangle
belated
incidental
urge

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 entangle is "to involve in trouble.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for incidental is "Minor."