1. To Kill a Mockingbird UNIT 1 VOCABULARY

2. 1) Apothecary (n) One who prepares and sells medicines It was an apothecary who sold Romeo the poison in that ended his life.

3. 2) Assuage (v) Made less severe or burdensome A hug can often assuage feelings of anxiety brought on by a tough day at school; just ask Calvin and Hobbes.

4. 3) Indigenous (adj) Occurring or living naturally in an area There are several owl species that are indigenous to Arizona including this pygmy owl.

5. 4) Malevolent (adj) Having or exhibiting hatred The Disney villians are characterized by their malevolent behavior towards the heroes.

6. 5) Mortification (n) A feeling of shame or humiliation Teens often seem to feel mortification when their peers witness a display of affection from their parents.

7. 6) Piety (n) Religious devotion and reverence to God Many people keep their piety a private matter, but I don’t see the reason to hide this aspect of your life.

8. 7) Sojourn (n) A brief temporary stay My week long sojourn on a cruise ship to Alaska has left me with the desire to visit again one day.

9. 8) Unsullied (adj) Spotlessly clean and fresh Lance Armstrong’s unsullied reputation was ruined when the public discovered he has used performance enhancing drugs.

10. 9) Vexation (n) Irritation or annoyance The sound of nails on a chalkboard is a vexation that can now be avoided since chalkboards have been replaced by whiteboards.

11. 10) Wallow (v) To spend time experiencing or enjoying something without making any effort to change your situation, feelings, etc. This pig is unashamedly wallowing in the mud.