ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 656915

Questions 5
Words derelict, disconcert, fickle, proximity, untenable

Study Guide

derelict
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard.
disconcert
The definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion." Used in a sentence: Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter.
fickle
The definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable." Used in a sentence: The fickle Senji had a new best friend every month.
proximity
The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes.
untenable
The definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended." Used in a sentence: Rashid made the untenable statement that George Washington was the second president of the United States.