Transcript TKAM Vocab 3 PPT

To Kill a Mockingbird
UNIT 3 VOCABULARY
1) Abominable adj.
Detestable; unpleasant
It is interesting that the abominable
snowman is portrayed as a friendly
creature.
2) Aloof adj.
Distant; unfeeling
Remaining aloof is not a characteristic
most people would associate with actors.
They seem to be successful based on
their ability to exist in their emotions.
3) Auspicious adj.
Pleasant; good-natured
Pancake breakfast, walk on the beach,
hanging out with family – all in all it was
an auspicious start to my day.
4) Benevolence n.
Inclination to perform charitable acts
With an intention of showing
benevolence I donated my weeknights to
working at a food bank.
5) Benign adj.
Compassionate; incapable of causing
harm
If you are a ninja, being described as
benign might not be a good thing.
However, if you are consulting with a
doctor, it is a wonderful word to hear.
6) Contentious adj.
Tending to fight; quarrelsome
Last semester my fourth hour class was
contentious group of students. As a result,
we had some wonderful conversations about
the issues raised in the literature we studied.
7) Ensue v.
To follow immediately afterward
When I come home to find my husband
seasoning steaks, I know that a delicious
dinner will ensue.
8) Fractious adj.
Inclined to make trouble; unruly
Gimli from The Lord of the Rings can be
described as a fractious character;
however, he is fiercely loyal to those on
the quest with him.
9) Persevere v.
To persist in a purpose, idea, or task
Those who persevere are more likely to
find success in the face of adverse
circumstances.
10) Prowess n.
Superior skill or ability; strength or
courage
Regardless of the other reasons he may
be well known, Michael Phelps is
definitely an example of person with
athletic prowess.