Basic Level 5

Villains are known for their _____ nature, oftentimes inflicting cruelty on others just for enjoyment.

He was economical, spending his money _____ and on items considered essential.

The survey _____ the number of happy workers and the number of unhappy workers.

Even with a perfect stranger, Charles was always _____ and would rarely hold anything back.

The _____ Victorian and Edwardian homes spread throughout San Francisco are my favorite part of the city.

Americans tend to remember Abraham Lincoln as kindly and wise, not at all _____, despite the fact that he was involved in the fiercest war America has even fought.

The authorities have _____ the use of the wilderness reserve for public use; many expect to see hikers and campers enjoying the park in the coming months.

The signals were at first _____, but now we detect a clear, consistent pattern of electromagnetic radiation emanating for deep space.

Ideally, the restaurant's _____ menu will expand its clientele and increase its profits.

The twenty-somethings at the coffee shop always irked Sheldon, especially the way in which they acted _____ towards everything, not even caring when Sheldon once spilled his mocha on them.

Widespread _____ among voters led to a very small turnout on election day.

Coach Ramsey took his newest player off the field after watching a few painful minutes of her _____ performance.

At the _____ of his artistic career, Elvis was outselling any other artist on the charts.

_____ does not always lead to knowledge; an experience or experiment may raise more questions than it answers.

I am not _____ to your insults; they cause me great pain.

It came as no surprise to pundits that the President's attempt at re-election floundered; even during his term, support for his policies was _____, with an approval rating jumping anywhere from 30 to 60 percent.

His responses were clearly _____; he obviously did not want to take on any responsibility or any new work.

Although a brilliant economist, Professor Black was completely _____, a terrible lecturer.

Albert Schweitzer spent most of his life doing missionary work as a doctor in Africa, seeking no reward, apparently motivated only by _____.

Chester always tried to find some area in which he excelled above others; unsurprisingly, his co-workers found him _____ and chose to exclude him from daily luncheons out.

After the boulder rolled a couple of feet, pinning my friend's arm, he experienced _____ pain.

The director, not known for his _____ sensibilities, decided not to use costumes at all, and put on the play in everyday clothing.

Computers have helped solve some of the mathematical _____ which have puzzled man for many centuries.

I was initially excited by the idea of a trip to Washington, D.C. but now I have read about the high crime statistics there, I have some _____.

Mikey didn't partake much in his friends' conversations, but found their presence _____.

The recent graduates _____ their earnings on trips to Las Vegas and cruises to Mexico.

Monte was no miser, but was simply _____, wisely spending the little that he earned.

Teachers often have trouble being _____ to all of their varied students.

Once you enter your plea to the court, it is _____ so think carefully about what you say.

The plan was obviously _____ considering that it could lead to complete environmental destruction in the river valley.

When Mr. Baker found out the family car was gone, he acted under the _____ that his rebellious son had taken the car, and yelled at him; only later did Mr. Baker realize that Mrs. Baker had simply gone out to get her nails done.

She is completely _____ of Justin Bieber, and goes to all of his concerts on the East coast.

The _____ thunder continued and the night was punctuated by cracks of lightning--a surreal sleepless night.

Although Bruce was able to make the delivery in time with a nighttime motorcycle ride in the rain, Susan criticized his actions as _____.

Someone tried to _____ Marty was an email telling him that his uncle had just passed away, and to collect the inheritance he should send his credit card information.

The professor had a remarkable ability to make even the most difficult concepts seem _____.

He prefers to be called a _____ of his name: Bill instead of John William

Even if the text is not visible, the red octagon _____ stops to all motorists in America.

Because the movies were utterly _____ of other popular movies, they did well at the box office.

Shelley made one ______ purchase after another, buying new clothes and taking vacations even though she earned a limited salary.

Many have accused Hemingway of being a quiet _____, but recently unearthed letters argue against this belief.

By saying that some of the guests were uncomfortable, the manager_____ to the hotel staff that it needed to be more diligent.

At first the hostess tried _____, praising the benefits of cutlery; when Cecil continued eating with his hands, the hostess told him to use a fork at dinner.

Jackson Pollack was an _____ artist, totally breaking with tradition by splashing paint on a blank canvas.

Aunt Betty had _____ notions about marriage, believing that a man should court a woman for at least a year before receiving a kiss.

Instead of solving the math problems in three simple steps, Kevin used a _____ solution requiring fifteen steps.

There is an appreciable difference between those who say they can get the job done and those who actually get the job done.

All alone in the mansion, Henrietta, _____ when she heard a sound.

Since the police sergeant had to train the pair of new hires, progress in his one case was _____.

The plants and animals _____ to Australia are notable different from those indigenous to the U.S.--- one look at a duckbill platypus and you know you're not dealing with an opossum.