Based on the context you know that the correct answer means something like weighed down with, burdened with. So, the correct answer is "laden." Additionally, "instantaneous" means occurring in a single moment, happening in an instant; "supple" means bendy, flexible; "acrimonious" means bitter and resentful dispute; "aghast" means shocked, horrified and surprised.

The subject of this sentence is demonstrating his self-disciplined lifestyle by refusing to join in the feast. He is not being self-indulgent, so he could best be described as "abstemious," which means to abstain from some desire. Additionally, "lenient" means not strict, tolerant; "pompous" means arrogant and self-obsessed; "robust" means strong and healthy; "tactful" means polite, knowing what not to say.

Based on the context of this sentence you are looking for an adjective that could be used to describe the irregular, intermittent sporadic occurrences of rainfall. The correct answer is therefore "spasmodic," which means happening in short, irregular bursts. Additionally, "durable" means reliable, long lasting, not easily broken; "conspicuous" means easily noticeable; "congested" means blocked up, prevented from moving; "bleak" means (of weather) wet and cold and (of a situation) hopeless.

The house is described as having many problems so it could probably be described using the adjective "ramshackle" which means (of a building) in a state of disrepair. Additionally, "unscathed" means uninjured, unhurt by; "lucrative" means profitable; "alien" means unfamiliar, foreign and exotic; "indispensable" means vital, essential, needed.

If the cottage fits perfectly with the picturesque village then the cottage itself must have similar qualities. The correct answer is therefore "quaint," which means cute, attractive, and old-fashioned. Additionally, "apocryphal" means most likely untrue, of doubtful authenticity; "marred" means spoiled, ruined; "concise" means briefly stated, to the point; "salient" means most important, relevant.

Someone who has trouble "asserting" (being confident and bold) themselves could well be described as "meek," which means shy and mild-mannered, easily controlled. Additionally, "dismissive" means arrogant, ignoring the opinions of others; "fickle" means inconsistent, unreliable; "reclusive" means disliking the company of others and prone to seeking time alone, private; "fervent" means passionate, enthusiastic and zealous.

To begin with "dismayed" means upset by bad news. So, the audience were upset that the speech was long they therefore must have hoped it was brief, to the point, terse, quick. So, the correct answer is "concise." Additionally, "abject" means miserable and hopeless; "fruitful" means productive; "conniving" means cunning, scheming, and manipulative; "ductile" means able to be shaped, malleable, bendable.

Based on the context and tone of this sentence you know that the correct answer must be an adjective that describes a negative personality trait. So, the correct answer is "pompous," which means arrogant, self-obsessed. Additionally, "infallible" means faultless, incapable of making an error; "poised" means calm and under control in a stressful situation; "rakish" means charming, attractive, dashing; "articulate" means well-spoken.

If the arrangement was "favorable" (advantageous, offering some benefit) to both parties then it was in their shared or "mutual" interests. Additionally, "wistful" means missing the past; "vigilant" means watchful; "distraught" means devastated, deeply upset by; "intractable" means stubborn.

Which of these words is an adjective that describes why someone might need constant help and care? The correct answer is "senile," which means mentally weakened or made sick with old age. Additionally, "eminent" means famous, respected within a certain field; "robust" means strong and healthy; "jocular" means good-natured, amusing, cheerful; "condescending" means talking down to someone, thinking you are better than someone else.