The reclusive writer was known to be a(n) old man, keeping the neighbors away with his unpredictable temper. irascible reproving elated venerable

Irascible is the correct answer.

Explanation:

According to the Cambridge Dictionary, irascible means made angry easily. The description of the old man provided in the question points out that he has an unpredictable temper and it keeps his neighbors away from him; due to this, the correct answer is irascible.

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