ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 951065

Questions 5
Words anthology, appalling, camaraderie, gruff, recrimination

Study Guide

anthology
The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces.
appalling
The definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust." Used in a sentence: Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling.
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.
gruff
The definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech." Used in a sentence: Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling.
recrimination
The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination.