ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 283467

Questions 5
Words drub, euphoria, extenuating, fraud, stifle

Study Guide

drub
The definition for drub is "To defeat decisively." Used in a sentence: The powerful young boxer drubbed the longtime champion.
euphoria
The definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness." Used in a sentence: Cassandra was overcome with euphoria when she met her long–lost sister.
extenuating
The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness.
fraud
The definition for fraud is "Trick." Used in a sentence: The con man's fraud involved selling swampland to gullible investors.
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.