ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 80293

Questions 5
Words condone, garish, intricate, servile, supple

Study Guide

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.
garish
The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors.
intricate
The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors.
servile
The definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive." Used in a sentence: Felicia's servile attitude annoyed her boss, who preferred an assistant with more backbone.
supple
The definition for supple is "Flexible." Used in a sentence: The supple leather coat draped like soft cloth around her shoulders.