ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 267177

Questions 5
Words embellish, redouble, revive, rhapsody, scapegoat

Study Guide

embellish
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels.
redouble
The definition for redouble is "To make twice as great." Used in a sentence: As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field.
revive
The definition for revive is "To bring back to life." Used in a sentence: Hank tried to revive Clare's interest in the project, but her enthusiasm had expired.
rhapsody
The definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness." Used in a sentence: Lorraine was in rhapsody when she was accepte to the college of her dreams.
scapegoat
The definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others." Used in a sentence: Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies.