ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 443034

Questions 5
Words archetypal, buffer, inauspicious, parity, solace

Study Guide

archetypal
The definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example." Used in a sentence: Shakespeare's sonnets are considered archetypal love poems
buffer
The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain.
inauspicious
The definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable." Used in a sentence: Gary believed the black foreboding sky was an inauspicious sign.
parity
The definition for parity is "Equality." Used in a sentence: Hilda, to avoid squabbles, aimed for parity in the slices of birthday cake.
solace
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college.