To Kill a Mockingbird Impudent—shamelessly bold;

don’t care what people think Malevolent—evil Piety—devotion to religious

practices Strictures—conditions or rules

To Kill a Mockingbird Condescend—to look down upon Immune—no effect on you Sojourn—a brief visit Amiable—friendly Contentious—always ready to

fight or argue

To Kill a Mockingbird Erratic—irregular Gravely—seriously Irked—to be annoyed Persevere—to carry on in spite of

difficulties Tranquility—peacefulness;

serenity

To Kill a Mockingbird Auspicious—favorable Melancholy—sad and gloomy Asinine—stupid; silly Benevolence—generous Benign—kind and gentle Inquisitive--questioning

To Kill a Mockingbird Morbid—gruesome Eerie—weird or mysterious Vigil—watch Cordial—warm and friendly Fanatical—extreme enthusiasm;

beyond what is reasonable

To Kill a Mockingbird Impaired—damaged; weakened Indecision—can’t decide what to

do Nocturnal—nightly Tentative—hesitant or unsure Vague—unclear; not precise

To Kill a Mockingbird Diligent—industrious; hard-

working Frivolous—silly; not serious Impassive—not showing emotion Ominous—threatening; sinister Uncouth--crude

To Kill a Mockingbird Eccentric—odd; unconventional Ambidextrous—able to use both

hands with equal ease Tedious—boring; tiresome Attentive—paying attention;

observant

To Kill a Mockingbird Iota—a very small amount Acquit—clear of a charge Cynic—someone who often

belittles or makes fun of someone else

Vehement—full of emotion and strong feeling

To Kill a Mockingbird Wary—cautious Gait—pace; walk Repertoire—accomplishments;

skills