ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 882213

Questions 5
Words derelict, eloquent, pantomime, pretentious, trove

Study Guide

derelict
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard.
eloquent
The definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive." Used in a sentence: Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group.
pantomime
The definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures." Used in a sentence: The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime.
pretentious
The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race.
trove
The definition for trove is "Valuable collection." Used in a sentence: Walter's trove of vintage baseball cards was worth thousands of dollars.