1. The actor's performance was so absurdly _____that Gwen felt a little ashamed to have to resort to tissues in the final scene.
proficient
unfeasible
seditious
maudlin
accommodating
2. Although his friends insisted that his black garb was simply depressing, Peter felt just the opposite—that it gave him an air of upbeat, ____________maturity.
melancholic
wearisome
salacious
aghast
urbane
3. Due to the many ____________in his committee presentation, Mark's advisor suggested that he revise his work and practice in front of a mirror before presenting it to the entire department.
facilities
jeremiads
gaffes
obloquies
exploits