Lesson 9

charming, sweet, or appealing in an innocent way

The toddler's winsome smile captured the hearts of everyone in the room.

characterized by playful, lively, and joyous behavior

The frolicsome puppy bounded around the yard, chasing after leaves and wagging its tail excitedly.

involving hard work, labor, or effort, often leading to exhaustion or fatigue

The farmer's toilsome work in the fields begins before dawn and continues until dusk.

challenging to manage or move due to size, weight, or awkward shape

Carrying the cumbersome boxes up the stairs was exhausting.

causing fatigue or annoyance due to its repetitiveness or lack of interest

The long and tedious meeting became increasingly tiresome for the participants.

interfering in the affairs of others without invitation or necessity, often causing annoyance or disruption

The meddlesome neighbor constantly peered over the fence, offering unsolicited advice on gardening.

excessive or insincere, typically referring to praise, compliments, or expressions of affection

Despite his fulsome praise, many suspected that the politician's intentions were insincere.

agile, graceful, and slender in movement or appearance

The dancer moved across the stage with lissome grace, captivating the audience with her fluid movements.

arguing a lot

causing fatigue or irritation due to being repetitive or tiresome

The wearisome task of data entry, with its repetitive nature, made the workday feel endless for the office clerk.

of no determination, competence, or strength

His feckless attempts to fix the problem only made things worse.

moving in an awkward or clumsy way, without smoothness or visual appeal

His graceless stride made running look like a struggle.

lacking energy, enthusiasm, or interest

The rainy weather made her feel listless and unmotivated to engage in outdoor activities.

showing no ambition and disinterested in achieving success

unfortunate or unlucky, often experiencing difficulty or misfortune

The hapless traveler lost his wallet and missed his flight, adding to his already troubled journey.

located furthest back or last in position, often in a group or sequence

The marathon runners crossed the finish line one by one, with the hindmost straining to keep pace.

situated at the highest level or closest to the top compared to other elements around

The uppermost floor of the skyscraper offered panoramic views of the city skyline.

signifying the highest degree or level of something

The team worked with utmost diligence to ensure the success of the project.

having the leading or primary position in terms of significance or rank

As a renowned scientist, she was considered one of the foremost experts in her field.