ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 329377

Questions 5
Words deferment, equitable, garish, manifest, stifle

Study Guide

deferment
The definition for deferment is "The act of delaying." Used in a sentence: Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation.
equitable
The definition for equitable is "Fair and equal." Used in a sentence: The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters.
garish
The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors.
manifest
The definition for manifest is "Obvious." Used in a sentence: James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose.
stifle
The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class.