Grammar Hero's ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test Vocabulary

A vocabulary flashcard deck based on Grammar Hero's computer adaptive ASVAB word knowledge practice test.

Enclosure

An area that is sealed off with an artificial or natural barrier.

Obvious

Easily perceived or understood; clear, self-evident, or apparent.

Halt

Bring or come to an abrupt stop.

Mammoth

Huge.

Makeshift

Serving as a temporary substitute; sufficient for the time being.

Ouster

Dismissal or expulsion from a position.

Chronicle

Record a related series of events in a factual and detailed way.

Deplete

Diminish number or quantity.

Attrition

The action or process of gradually reducing the strength or effectiveness of someone or something through sustained attack or pressure.

Illusion

A thing that is or is likely to be wrongly perceived or interpreted by the senses.

Hindrance

The state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down.

Petrify

Make someone so frightened that they are unable to move.

Loath

Feel intense dislike or disgust for.

Destitution

Poverty so extreme that one lacks the means to provide for oneself.

Impetuous

Acting or done quickly and without thought or care.

Abstemious (abous)

Not self-indulgent especially when eating and drinking.