ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 624645

Questions 5
Words benevolent, facade, gravity, inauspicious, pretense

Study Guide

benevolent
The definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful." Used in a sentence: Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework.
facade
The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance." Used in a sentence: Emily's smile is just a facade masking her broken heart.
gravity
The definition for gravity is "Importance, significance." Used in a sentence: Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology.
inauspicious
The definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable." Used in a sentence: Gary believed the black foreboding sky was an inauspicious sign.
pretense
The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet.