ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 963473

Questions 5
Words camaraderie, epistolary, impenitent, retroactive, straddle

Study Guide

camaraderie
The definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship." Used in a sentence: The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers.
epistolary
The definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters." Used in a sentence: The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile.
impenitent
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released.
retroactive
The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition." Used in a sentence: The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable.
straddle
The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right.