To Kill a Mockingbird Flashcards
Ambled
to go at a slow, easy pace; stroll; saunter
Quibble
an instance of the use of ambiguous, prevaricating, or irrelevant language or arguments to evade a point at issue.
Procure
to obtain or get by care, effort, or the use of special means
Assuaged
made milder or less severe; eased
Provocation
something that incites, instigates, angers, or irritates.
Prerogative
an exclusive right, privilege, etc., exercised by virtue of rank, office, or the like
Asinine
foolish, unintelligent, or silly; stupid
Undulate
to move with a sinuous or wavelike motion; display a smooth rising-and-falling or side-to-side alternation of movement
Curt
rudely brief in speech or abrupt in manner.
Analogous
Having analogy; corresponding in some particular
Succinct
expressed in few words; concise; terse
Venue
the scene or locale of any action or event
Inconspicuous
not conspicuous, noticeable, or prominent.
Tedious
marked by monotony or tedium; long and tiresome
Volition
the act of willing, choosing, or resolving; a choice made by will
Antagonize
to make hostile or unfriendly; make an enemy or antagonist of
Squalid
foul and repulsive, as from lack of care or cleanliness; neglected and filthy.
Connive
to cooperate secretly; conspire
Formidable
causing fear, apprehension, or dread; intimidating
Benevolence
desire to do good to others; goodwill; charitableness
Disapprobation
disapproval; condemnation.
Temerity
reckless boldness; rashness
Indigenous
originating in and characteristic of a particular region or country; native
Rout
a defeat attended with disorderly flight; dispersal of a defeated force in complete disorder
Notoriety
the state, quality, or character of being notorious or widely known
Auspicious
promising success; propitious; opportune; favorable
Taciturn
inclined to silence; reserved in speech; reluctant to join in conversation
Edification
moral improvement or guidance; uplifting
Prowess
exceptional valor, bravery, or ability, especially in combat or battle.
Discernable
capable of being discerned; distinguishable
Indicative
showing, signifying, or pointing out; expressive or suggestive