Dave Evangelisti By: Dave Evangelisti
ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test

The word knowledge section of the exam can give students some trouble. Use our ASVAB word knowledge practice test to prepare.

We have included answer explanations for each question to help you learn why an answer was correct or incorrect.

Summary: Answer the ASVAB word knowledge questions below. To study other sections, visit our free ASVAB practice test page.

Our team put together 2 ASVAB word knowledge quizzes for you. Take each one below and see how you do.

Take other section practice exams by going to our ASVAB practice test home.

You can expect the following on the computer version of the ASVAB for the word knowledge section:

  • 15 questions
  • 9-minute time limit

You can expect the following on the paper and pencil version of the ASVAB for the word knowledge section:

  • 35 questions
  • 11-minute time limit

Some topics you can expect to be quizzed on include:

  • Vocabulary (military and non-military based)
  • Correct and incorrect spellings
  • Definitions
  • Communication
  • Synonyms
  • Contextualization

ASVAB Word Knowledge Overview

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Lastly, if you want to practice for other sections, visit our ASVAB practice questions home.

How many questions are on the Word Knowledge portion of the exam?

There are 15 questions on the computer-adaptive version and 35 questions on the pencil-and-paper version of the ASVAB Word Knowledge exam.

How much time will I have to complete the Word Knowledge portion of the exam?

If you take the computer-adaptive version of the Word Knowledge ASVAB, you will have 9 minutes to complete it, while the pencil-and-paper version is given 11 minutes.

What topics are tested on the ASVAB Word Knowledge section?

The main word knowledge questions you’ll be tested on are vocabulary, spelling, synonyms, contextualization, and spelling.