ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 314172

Questions 5
Words cunning, diffident, flaunt, opportune, prominence

Study Guide

cunning
The definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight." Used in a sentence: The general devised a cunning strategy to outfox the enemy.
diffident
The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer.
flaunt
The definition for flaunt is "To display showily." Used in a sentence: Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper.
opportune
The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in.
prominence
The definition for prominence is "Importance." Used in a sentence: The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out.