Book Thief Vocabulary

Innocuous

not harmful or offensive

Infamy

the state of being well known for some bad quality or deed

Trepidation

a feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen

Catalyst

a person or thing that precipitates an event

Futile

incapable of producing any useful result; pointless

Incense

a gum, spice, or other substance that is burned for the sweet smell it produces

Prolific

present in large numbers or quantities; plentiful

Flippant

not showing a serious or respectful attitude

Jocular

fond of or characterized by joking; humorous or playful

Forlorn

pitifully sad and abandoned or lonely

Copious

abundant in supply or quantity

Incredulous

unwilling or unable to believe something

Resurgence

an increase or revival after a period of little activity, popularity, or occurrence

Demise

a person's death

Hapless

unfortunate

Stoic

a person who can endure pain or hardships without showing their feelings or complaining

Temerity

excessive confidence or boldness; audacity

Abject

experienced or present to the maximum degree (something bad)

Rogue

a dishonest or unprincipled person

Semblance

resemblance; similarity

Indignant

feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment

Bereaved

deprived of a close relation or friend through their death