ASVAB Word Knowledge · WK

ASVAB Word Knowledge
Sample Questions

Practice original Word Knowledge questions that test synonyms and
the meaning of words in context. Choose the answer closest in meaning
to the target word.

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Word Knowledge (WK) Practice

Word Knowledge measures your ability to identify the best synonym for a word and select the correct meaning of a word presented in context. These are independently written practice questions.

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Abundant most nearly means
Synonym

Abundant means existing in large amounts; plentiful is the closest synonym.

Reluctant most nearly means
Synonym

Reluctant means hesitant or unwilling to do something.

Deteriorate most nearly means
Synonym

Deteriorate means to become worse in condition or quality.

Frugal most nearly means
Synonym

Frugal means careful about spending or using resources; economical is the closest choice.

Candid most nearly means
Synonym

Candid means open, truthful, or honest.

Imminent most nearly means
Synonym

Imminent means expected to happen very soon.

Durable most nearly means
Synonym

Durable means able to withstand wear or damage and last a long time.

Hostile most nearly means
Synonym

Hostile means unfriendly, antagonistic, or opposed.

Concise most nearly means
Synonym

Concise means brief but complete, using few words.

Benevolent most nearly means
Synonym

Benevolent means kind, charitable, or well-meaning.

The instructions were explicit, leaving little room for confusion. Explicit most nearly means
Context

Explicit means clearly stated or specific.

The hikers were famished after walking all day without food. Famished most nearly means
Context

Famished means extremely hungry.

The supervisor commended the worker for completing the task safely. Commended most nearly means
Context

Commended means praised or expressed approval.

The witness gave a vague description of the vehicle. Vague most nearly means
Context

Vague means not clear or specific.

Although the building was old, its frame remained sturdy. Sturdy most nearly means
Context

Sturdy means strongly built or physically solid.

Her prompt response prevented the problem from getting worse. Prompt most nearly means
Context

Prompt means done quickly or without delay.

The medic gave treatment to alleviate the patient's pain. Alleviate most nearly means
Context

Alleviate means to make pain or a problem less severe; relieve is the best match.

His explanation sounded plausible even though it had not yet been proven. Plausible most nearly means
Context

Plausible means seeming reasonable or believable.

The team was elated after learning that it had won the competition. Elated most nearly means
Context

Elated means extremely happy or joyful.

The mechanic replaced the defective part before operating the machine. Defective most nearly means
Context

Defective means faulty or not working properly.