ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 750014

Questions 5
Words augment, condone, corroborate, incidental, rail

Study Guide

augment
The definition for augment is "To make greater." Used in a sentence: Wanda read the dictionary every night to augment her vocabulary.
condone
The definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable." Used in a sentence: Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself.
corroborate
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client.
incidental
The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses.
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.