A .... performance by the visiting orhestra received a standing ovation.

Rude and offensive people often are that way because they are ...

The article on illiteracy was illuminating and ...; it stirred me to act.

Outdoor activities often are spoiled by ... weather.

The dance company put on a very ...performance; they were not well trained or well rehearsed.

A nearly ... smell emanated from the filthy and damp storeroom.

The food at the newly opened restaurant was ... but not very interesting.

Crisp autum weather is more ... than hot, humid summer weather.

Our Chief Executive Officer is an extremely ... speaker; everyone is ready to overcome all problems after hearing him.

The stage show was .... It took our minds off the potentially disastrous business problems we currently are facing.

A slow-paced vacation can be ...; I'm ready to work hard again when I return.