ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 697262

Questions 5
Words apathetic, combustion, grandiose, parity, scamper

Study Guide

apathetic
The definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion." Used in a sentence: Carmine was concerned about his usually cheerful brother's apathetic attitude.
combustion
The definition for combustion is "Act of burning." Used in a sentence: Campers must use fire with great caution to prevent combustion of the parched brush.
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.
parity
The definition for parity is "Equality." Used in a sentence: Hilda, to avoid squabbles, aimed for parity in the slices of birthday cake.
scamper
The definition for scamper is "To run quickly." Used in a sentence: The frightened kitten scampered away from the butterfly.