ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 528565

Questions 5
Words fickle, opportune, plaudits, refurbish, turmoil

Study Guide

fickle
The definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable." Used in a sentence: The fickle Senji had a new best friend every month.
opportune
The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in.
plaudits
The definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval." Used in a sentence: Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work.
refurbish
The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment.
turmoil
The definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation." Used in a sentence: The windstorm caused such turmoil in the lake that the sailboat capsized.