ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 336442

Questions 5
Words appalling, censure, colossal, drub, regale

Study Guide

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.
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.
colossal
The definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous." Used in a sentence: After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder.
drub
The definition for drub is "To defeat decisively." Used in a sentence: The powerful young boxer drubbed the longtime champion.
regale
The definition for regale is "To amuse." Used in a sentence: My clever brother Jeffrey regaled the dinner guests with tales of his adventures.