ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 618804

Questions 5
Words anthology, augment, eloquent, entangle, pretense

Study Guide

anthology
The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces.
augment
The definition for augment is "To make greater." Used in a sentence: Wanda read the dictionary every night to augment her vocabulary.
eloquent
The definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive." Used in a sentence: Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group.
entangle
The definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble." Used in a sentence: Jonah regretted entangling Parker in his legal difficulties.
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.