ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 587210

Questions 5
Words censure, flaw, naive, pathos, stifle

Study Guide

censure
The definition for censure is "To find fault with." Used in a sentence: The critical teacher was quick to censure her students for even small mistakes.
flaw
The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
naive
The definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom." Used in a sentence: The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was.
pathos
The definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity." Used in a sentence: The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos.
stifle
The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class.