ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 811867

Questions 5
Words catastrophic, penurious, precept, rail, supple

Study Guide

catastrophic
The definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune." Used in a sentence: The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic.
penurious
The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity.
precept
The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class.
rail
The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline.
supple
The definition for supple is "Flexible." Used in a sentence: The supple leather coat draped like soft cloth around her shoulders.