To Kill a Mockingbird Vocabulary

1. To Kill a Mockingbird Vocabulary CHAPTERS 1-10

2. apothecary DEFINITION SENTENCE The woman needed to go to the apothecary in the village to get medicine for her son’s illness. • A person who prepares drugs for medical use • Part of Speech: noun

3. amiable DEFINITION SENTENCE The flight attendant was amiable and wasn't offended by the man's thoughtless remark. • showing a friendly disposition; free of ill will; congenial • Part of Speech: adj

4. disapprobation DEFINITION SENTENCE Susan and Tim eloped in Vegas because of her parents’ disapprobation over her engagement. • disapproval • Part of Speech: noun

5. auspicious DEFINITION SENTENCE The cars were not selling well, not a particularly auspicious start for a special edition. • Likely to be followed by favorable events, promising • Part of Speech: adj

6. melancholy DEFINITION SENTENCE She was in a melancholy mood after the death of her husband. • suffering from or tending to suffer from sadness, gloominess, or depression • Part of Speech: adj

7. tacit DEFINITION SENTENCE The tacit agreement with my mom was never spoken, but it was understood that I had to finish my homework before going out. • suggested, implied, or understood, without being expressed in words • Part of Speech: adj

8. placidly DEFINITION SENTENCE The swan moved placidly across the calm lake. • calmly, smoothly, or tranquilly • Part of Speech: adv

9. malignant DEFINITION SENTENCE Fortunately, the tumor was not found to be malignant. • Evil, deadly, or injurious in intent, effect, or character • Part of Speech: adj

10. rendered DEFINITION SENTENCE The new equipment could do the work much faster and rendered the old machine useless. • To cause to become or to make • Part of Speech: verb

11. meditative DEFINITION SENTENCE The girl was meditative and lost in thought when she thought about her future. • marked by or indicating contemplation or reflection; deeply thoughtful • Part of Speech: adj