ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 852312

Questions 5
Words embellish, futile, mundane, regurgitate, revive

Study Guide

embellish
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels.
futile
The definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective." Used in a sentence: Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind.
mundane
The definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary." Used in a sentence: The flighty Caroline could not be troubled with mundane tasks such as paying her bills.
regurgitate
The definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back." Used in a sentence: The teacher wanted us to examine ideas rather than to regurgitate memorized facts.
revive
The definition for revive is "To bring back to life." Used in a sentence: Hank tried to revive Clare's interest in the project, but her enthusiasm had expired.