To Kill A Mockingbird Vocab 2 Flashcards
Prowess (noun)
Skill or expertise in a particular activity or field
Synonyms: aptitude, excellence, finesse
Antonyms: failure, inability
My friend used her musical prowess to win over the judges at the talent show.
Unfathomable (adj.)
Incapable of being fully explored or understood
Synonyms: complicated, complex, unthinkable, baffling, incomprehensible
Antonyms: finite, comprehensible, measurable
The fact that she did not apologize after ruining her sister’s dress was unfathomable.
Obstreperous (adj.)
Noisy and difficult to control
Synonyms: boisterous, disorderly, clamorous, rambunctious
Antonyms: quiet, restrained, calm, obedient, relaxed, serene, behaved
The obstreperous students failed to notice the teacher who was trying to get their attention.
Feeble (adj.)
Lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness
Synonyms: fragile, frail, weak, inefficient
Antonyms: fit, hearty, healthy, robust, capable, efficient, strong
The feeble old man limped along the sidewalk while grasping onto his cane.
Guileless (adj.)
Devoid of guile; innocent and without deception
Synonyms: artless, candid, honest, naive
Antonyms: crafty, clever, cunning, deceitful, sly, wily, guilty
As she looked up at me with her guileless eyes, a wave of emotion took over my body.
Inconspicuous (adj.)
Not clearly visible or attracting attention
Synonyms: unobtrusive, hidden, deceptive, discreet, camouflage
Antonyms: open, noticeable
It took a while to find the inconspicuous building downtown.
Bedeck (verb)
Decorate
Synonyms: adorn, embellish, dress up
Antonyms: mar, spoil, tarnish
Before the party, we bedecked the halls, foyer, and backyard with brightly-colored balloons and pretty, vibrant streamers.
Inaudible (adj.)
Unable to be heard
Synonyms: hushed, faint, muffled, undecipherable
Antonyms: vocal, audible, clear, loud
I realized the video was inaudible because the volume was on mute.
Propensity (noun)
An inclination or natural tendency to behave in a particular way
Synonyms: bias, leaning, disposition, inclination
Antonyms: impotence, hatred, neutral, disinclination
She has a natural propensity to respond to people in a negative manner and speak with her hands.
Benevolent (adj.)
Well meaning and kindly
Synonyms: generous, compassionate, humanitarian
Antonyms: cruel, hateful, malevolent
His benevolent mother made his fiancé feel welcomed by baking cookies for them.
