GNARLED
(a) Weak and bent
(b) Wrinkled and dark
(c) Rough and twisted
(d) Swollen and hard

INURED
(a) Being indifferent
(b) Exposed
(c) Being sensitive
(d) Accustomed

DISDAINFUL
(a) Discriminatory
(b) Discursive
(c) Dispassionate
(d) Dismissive

INNUENDOES
(a) Indications
(b) Inspiring quotes
(c) Witty remarks
(d) Insinuations

APPRAISAL
(a) Estimation
(b) Enlightenment
(c) Appropriation
(d) Application

INDOMITABLE
(a) Extraordinary
(b) Uncontrollable
(c) Dominating
(d) Unyielding

DEFT
(a) Dangerous and swift
(b) Defiant
(c) Skilful and quick
(d) Slow and steady

RIFE
(a) Restive
(b) Shake
(c) Troublesome
(d) Widespread

GHASTLY
(a) Painful
(b) Exciting
(c) Dreadful
(d) Unforgettable

BROACHED
(a) Admonished
(b) Advised
(c) Discussed
(d) Raised