ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 65751

Questions 5
Words archetypal, civility, defiant, derelict, inflammatory

Study Guide

archetypal
The definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example." Used in a sentence: Shakespeare's sonnets are considered archetypal love poems
civility
The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited.
defiant
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park.
derelict
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard.
inflammatory
The definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger." Used in a sentence: Garth's inflammatory remarks at the party made Gwen furious.