The Season of Styx Malone by Kekla Magoon, Vocabulary List Chapters 36-40

the power or skill to do something

Mom stuck her head through the door right then. Further evidence of her ability to read minds.

heard or able to be heard

Bobby Gene's cries became audible.

a remark that says something good about someone or something

"Don't think you can get out of anything by complimenting us," I said.

to keep (a person or animal) in a place (such as a prison)

For the rest of the night, we were confined to our room.

refusing to obey something or someone : full of defiance

His eyes flashed defiantly.

certain to do or to be something

The bags of Harley-Davidson memorabilia were stuffed in our closet behind a pile of board games. Maybe destined to rot there forever.

careful hard work : continued effort

"That's diligent. You make good associates."

to not do what someone or something with authority tells you to do: to refuse or fail to obey rules, laws, etc

We couldn't disobey Mom to her face.

freedom from pain or trouble : comfort of body or mind

We'd set our minds at ease and the Grasshopper would be ours, free and clear.

to praise (someone) in a way that is not sincere

When in doubt, flatter.

angry or annoyed

Bobby Gene's huffy breathing ascended.

feeling or showing anger because of something that is unfair or wrong : very angry

Bobby Gene was indignant. "You don't get to just walk away! he shouted.

feeling no fear : very bold or brave

I chucked my fist up, real intrepid-like.

a very brief time

"Pretty big lawn," Styx said. "This'll get it done in a jiffy."

not showing proper concern about the possible bad results of your actions

"Does this Styx Malone have a car? Have you been joyriding around with some reckless teenager? Do you have any idea what could happen?" Dad yelled.

very confused, upset, or exhausted because of something that has happened : very shocked

We stared up at her, shell-shocked and speechless.