ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 270485

Questions 5
Words archaic, grandiose, procrastinate, regurgitate, scapegoat

Study Guide

archaic
The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic.
grandiose
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
procrastinate
The definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally." Used in a sentence: Yvonne's father urged, "Don't procrastinate. Clean your room right away."
regurgitate
The definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back." Used in a sentence: The teacher wanted us to examine ideas rather than to regurgitate memorized facts.
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.