When the Killing's Done Glossary

When the Killing's Done Glossary

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Complacency

Self satisfaction

Insolent

Cheeky, bold

Disdain

Arrogance, scorn

Taciturn

Quiet, untalkative

Mortification

Restraint, humiliation

Filial

Faithful

Imprudence

Lacking descretion

Inducement

Lure, goad

Threadbare

Moth eaten, worn

Obsequious

Flattering, following along

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