Although her candid advice sometimes hurt my feelings, it was instrumental in improving my overall performance.

What does candid mean as used in the sentence above?

Many people worried that the affluent background of the mayor prevented him from fully understanding the needs of the poor.

What does affluent mean as used in the sentence above?

I asked my mom if I had to stay at home tonight.  When she did not respond, I took her silence as tacit permission that I could stay at my friend's house.

What does tacit mean as used in the sentence above?

There is, however, a chance you may fondly look upon the honeybee and think of friendly bears stealing jars of honey while meandering through winding, animated forests. 

Which word can replace meandering?

Ryan was meticulous with his writing assignments, so the papers he turned in for English class received the highest grades for grammar because they never contained mistakes. 

As used in this sentence, the word meticulous means-

Bob loved to pick on his sister. Honestly, not too many brothers resist the opportunity to make their sisters cantankerous, but in Bob's case, he never knew when to stop.  

Based on the passage, the word cantankerous means-

You have obviously not been to a third world county where children are literally so hungry and emaciated they can barely muster enough energy to hold their heads up. 

In this passage, which word means the same as emaciated?

When a headache begins, it is important to treat the symptoms. There are many different pain relievers that will alleviate the symptoms associated with a minor headache. It is important to discuss with your doctor various options before beginning any kind medication. 

In this passage, what does the word alleviate mean?

The lost campers sweltered in the heat of the desert sun.

What does sweltered mean as used in the sentence above?

John tried to catch his breath for a minute before he attempted the arduous climb up the peak of the mountain.

What does arduous mean as used in the sentence above?

Julia had a difficult time trudging up the snowy hill with her textbook laden book bag.

What does laden mean as used in the sentence above?

The left-turn signal isn't instinctive yet, so the driver doesn't click it on.

What does instinctive mean as used in the sentence above?

He never held praise too tightly, that he knew confidence as a vested commodity.

What does vested mean as used in the sentence above?

He never held praise too tightly, that he knew confidence as a vested commodity.

What does commodity mean as used in the sentence above?