Mary was very _____ the night before she starred in the class play.

(characterized by having nerves)

The foolish young man spent all of his _____ on a car.

(the condition or process of inheriting)

The girl's _____ to her mother is amazing.

(the condition or process of resembling)

A _____ woman in black entered the room but said nothing.

(characterized by having mystery)

Tonight is the final _____ of the opera.

(the condition or process of performing)

Jimmy told the most _____ story about why he didn't have his homework.

(characterized by having outrage)

The Grand Canyon is a _____ sight.

(characterized by having marvel)

The marriage of Joyce and Ted was a _____ occassion.

(characterized by having joy)

The American colonists were very _____ people.

(characterized by having courage)

I am going to use my _____ to buy Christmas presents.

(the condition or process of allowing)