In each of the following questions, a word is given followed by three sentences (I, II, and II

• I illustrating its usage. Determine which of the sentences use the word correctly in terms of grammar and context and choose the appropriate option. EGREGIOUS I. The independent auditor eventually uncovered a meticulously hidden series of egregious accounting errors that systematically misrepresented the conglomerate's quarterly earnings to federal regulators. II. Permitting the aging chemical plant to dump untreated toxic effluent directly into the municipal reservoir was widely condemned as an egregious violation of international environmental treaties. III. The diplomat's naturally egregious personality made him the absolute life of the diplomatic gala, effortlessly charming foreign dignitaries and orchestrating lively, engaging conversations.