ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 821355

Questions 5
Words gravity, incidental, indecorous, mediate, promote

Study Guide

gravity
The definition for gravity is "Importance, significance." Used in a sentence: Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology.
incidental
The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses.
indecorous
The definition for indecorous is "In bad taste." Used in a sentence: My parents banned Chad from our house because of his indecorous behavior at dinner.
mediate
The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters.
promote
The definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of." Used in a sentence: The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations.