The Giver - Chapters 1-4

Nondescript means lacking distinctive or interesting features, making it not easily explained or characterized.

The correct definition of 'distraught' is having disturbing feelings about something, which contrasts with the incorrect options provided.

Hoard means to accumulate and store up supplies or possessions, often in a secretive or excessive manner.

A committee is specifically a group of people who come together to make decisions or recommendations on a particular issue or matter, typically within an organization or government body.

A nuisance refers to something or someone that causes irritation or annoyance, rather than providing assistance, a peaceful atmosphere, or a positive experience.

Jeering involves mocking or taunting someone or something in a disrespectful manner, which is the opposite of applauding enthusiastically, crying uncontrollably, or meditating peacefully.

Being affectionate means displaying warmth, fondness, and love towards someone or something, indicating a strong positive emotional bond.

The correct definition of 'awkward' is causing embarrassment, making the other options incorrect.

Sufficient means having enough to fulfill a need, while lacking in quantity or quality, excessive beyond necessity, and inadequate for the task at hand are all variations that denote the opposite of sufficiency.

The correct answer describes insensitivity as the lack of concern for other people's feelings.

Chastise means to punish harshly for wrongdoing, not to praise, forgive, or reward.

The correct definition of 'appeal' is a request for something you would want or need badly, it does not refer to a type of fruit, dance, or musical instrument.

Observation refers to the act of closely watching or monitoring something.

To be regulated means to be brought under the control of authority or government in order to ensure compliance with rules, standards, or laws.

Enhance means to improve or increase the value of something, the correct answer is to increase in value.

Aptitude specifically refers to the natural ability to learn and acquire new skills or knowledge.

The correct answer 'to confuse someone' accurately represents the meaning of the word 'bewildered'. When someone is bewildered, they are typically confused or lost in thought.