ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 555657

Questions 5
Words conduit, dubious, extenuating, heinous, immoderate

Study Guide

conduit
The definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing." Used in a sentence: Jason, a notorious gossip, was a conduit for information about his friends.
dubious
The definition for dubious is "Questionable." Used in a sentence: Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football.
extenuating
The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness.
heinous
The definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil." Used in a sentence: Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways.
immoderate
The definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits." Used in a sentence: Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet.