ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 842244

Questions 5
Words discern, implausible, naive, rehash, straddle

Study Guide

discern
The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate.
implausible
The definition for implausible is "Unbelievable." Used in a sentence: Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher.
naive
The definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom." Used in a sentence: The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was.
rehash
The definition for rehash is "To discuss again." Used in a sentence: "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over."
straddle
The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right.