ASVAB Word Knowledge: Vocabulary in Context 2

Question 1

The soldier's TENACIOUS grip on the rope prevented him from falling. TENACIOUS most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

Persistent and firm

Answer

Tenacious means holding firmly or refusing to let go, showing persistence and determination.

Question 2

The commander gave an EXPLICIT order about where to set up camp. EXPLICIT most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

Clearly stated

Answer

Explicit means stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for ambiguity.

Question 3

The recruit's APATHY toward training concerned the sergeant. APATHY most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

Lack of interest

Answer

Apathy is a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern about something.

Question 4

The new policy was designed to be EQUITABLE for all service members. EQUITABLE most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

Fair and just

Answer

Equitable means fair and impartial, treating everyone equally.

Question 5

The briefing provided only CURSORY information about the mission. CURSORY most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

Hasty and superficial

Answer

Cursory means performed quickly with little attention to detail.

ASVAB - Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery Practice Test