“To Kill a Mockingbird” Week 8 Vocab English

Aggravate (V.) Make a problem, injury, or offense worse or more serious.

Appeal (V.) Make a serious or urgent request, typically to the public.

Hypocrite (N.) A person who claims or pretends to have certain beliefs about what is right but who behaves in a way that disagrees with those beliefs

Varmint (N.) a troublesome and mischievous person, especially a child (or animal)

Croon (V.) Hum or sing in a soft, low voice, especially in a sentimental manner.

Devout (Adj.) Having or showing deep religious feeling or commitment.

Carcass (N.) The dead body of an animal.

Recluse (N.) A person who lives a solitary life and tends to avoid other people

Reprimand (N.) Express sharp disapproval or criticism of (someone) because of their behavior or actions (Rebuke), especially an official one.

Contradict (V.) Deny the truth of (a statement), especially by asserting the opposite

Furtive (Adj.) Attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble; secretive.

Unwarranted (Adj.) Not justified or authorized.