Fill in the Blanks CHAPTER 22 VOCABULARYOnline version Read the sentences (left side), and click on the word that you think will complete the sentence (on the right side). Then proceed on the next sentence. When you're done, click "CHECK" to see if your answers were right. Have fun! by Future Architect 1 crocuses shrewd exultant rheumatics hobbled imperious 1 ) DEFINITION : a small , spring - flowering plant SENTENCE : He touched with his thick boot a clump of in the grass . 2 ) DEFINITION : assuming power or authority without justification SENTENCE : He fixed his eyes on Ben Weatherstaff in his funny way . 3 ) DEFINITION : having or showing sharp powers of judgment ; astute SENTENCE : she was enough to guess the motive behind his gesture . 4 ) DEFINITION : any disease marked by inflammation and pain in the joints or muscles SENTENCE : He got rid of the and came back strong last fall . 5 ) DEFINITION : triumphantly happy SENTENCE : The winning candidate was in his victory speech , repeatedly thanking those who made it all possible . 6 ) DEFINITION : cause ( a person or animal ) to limp SENTENCE : Johnson was still slightly by an ankle injury .