ASVAB Study GuideWord Knowledge Practice Test 9
Tap an answer to check it instantly and read the explanation. 13 questions: 3 easy, 4 medium and 6 hard.
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Question 1 easy
The word most opposite in meaning to "ponder" is
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Correct answer: C — ignore
Ponder means to think about something carefully, making "ignore" its direct opposite.
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Question 2 easy
Which of the following is most nearly the opposite of "candid"?
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Correct answer: B — deceptive
Candid means truthful and straightforward, so "deceptive" is the closest opposite.
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Question 3 easy
Which word is most nearly opposite in meaning to "energize"?
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Correct answer: B — halt
Energize means to give vitality and enthusiasm to something, while "halt" means to bring to an abrupt stop, opposing the flow of activity.
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Question 4 medium
The word most opposite in meaning to "fatigue" is
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Correct answer: C — vigor
Fatigue means extreme tiredness, so "vigor" (physical strength and good health) is its opposite.
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Question 5 medium
Which of the following words is an antonym of "medley"?
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Correct answer: D — uniformity
A "medley" is a varied mixture or assortment, making "uniformity" (the state of being overall the same) its antonym.
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Question 6 medium
Choose the word that is most nearly the opposite of "theoretical":
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Correct answer: B — practical
Theoretical involves a collection of ideas or principles rather than practical application, making "practical" the direct opposite.
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Question 7 medium
The word most opposite in meaning to "souvenir" is
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Correct answer: A — trash
A "souvenir" is a thing that is kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event (having sentimental value), while "trash" represents worthless matter.
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Question 8 hard
Which word has the meaning most opposite to that of "duplicity"?
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Correct answer: A — sincerity
Duplicity means deceitfulness or double-dealing, so "sincerity" is its exact opposite.
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Question 9 hard
The word most opposite in meaning to "benediction" is
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Correct answer: C — malediction
Benediction is a blessing or utterance of good wishes, whereas "malediction" is a curse.
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Question 10 hard
Which of the following best expresses the opposite of "vengeance"?
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Correct answer: B — mercy
Vengeance involves punishment inflicted or retribution exacted for an injury or wrong, making "mercy" or forgiveness its clear opposite.
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Question 11 hard
The word most opposite in meaning to "cacophony" is
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Correct answer: B — harmony
Cacophony means a harsh, discordant mixture of sounds, so "harmony" is the direct antonym.
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Question 12 hard
Which of the following is most nearly the opposite of "perfidious"?
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Correct answer: A — faithful
Perfidious means deceitful and untrustworthy, so "faithful" (loyal and reliable) is its exact antonym.
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Question 13 hard
The word most opposite in meaning to "execrable" is
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Correct answer: B — laudable
Execrable means extremely bad or unpleasant (deserving of hate), whereas "laudable" means deserving praise and commendation.