ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 175722

Questions 5
Words augment, clarity, defiant, disconcert, straddle

Study Guide

augment
The definition for augment is "To make greater." Used in a sentence: Wanda read the dictionary every night to augment her vocabulary.
clarity
The definition for clarity is "Clearness." Used in a sentence: The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity.
defiant
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park.
disconcert
The definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion." Used in a sentence: Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter.
straddle
The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right.