1. To Kill a Mockingbird Vocabulary CHAPTERS 1-10

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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