ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 638630

Questions 5
Words censure, compulsion, exalt, iridescent, liability

Study Guide

censure
The definition for censure is "To find fault with." Used in a sentence: The critical teacher was quick to censure her students for even small mistakes.
compulsion
The definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse." Used in a sentence: Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots.
exalt
The definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise." Used in a sentence: The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism.
iridescent
The definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality." Used in a sentence: The movie star's iridescent presence charmed even the hardened reporter.
liability
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill.