ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 86770

Questions 5
Words benevolent, euphoria, pallid, pathos, serenity

Study Guide

benevolent
The definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful." Used in a sentence: Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework.
euphoria
The definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness." Used in a sentence: Cassandra was overcome with euphoria when she met her long–lost sister.
pallid
The definition for pallid is "Lacking color." Used in a sentence: The nurse was worried by the patient's pallid face and shallow breathing.
pathos
The definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity." Used in a sentence: The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos.
serenity
The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm.