Week 18

Question 1

indigenous

Answer 1

adj. originating in and characteristic of a particular region, native

Question 2

innate

Answer 2

adj. existing in one from birth; inborn

Question 3

intrinsic

Answer 3

adj. belonging to a thing by its very nature; essential

Question 4

inherent

Answer 4

adj. existing in someone or something as a permanent element, trait.

Question 5

inveterate

Answer 5

adj. habitual

Question 6

cavalcade

Answer 6

n. a procession of people on horseback, in cars, etc.

Question 7

tepid

Answer 7

adj. moderately warm; lukewarm

Question 8

beset

Answer 8

v. to trouble or harass constantly; to attack from all sides

Question 9

pensive

Answer 9

adj. deeply or seriously thoughtful, often with a tinge of sadness

Question 10

aloof

Answer 10

adj. at a distance, especially in feeling or interest

Question 11

supercilious

Answer 11

adj. displaying arrogant pride, scorn, or indifference