Word Entry 4 "A Rose for Emily"

1. "Thus she passed from generation to generation- dear, inescapable, impervious, tranquil, and perverse" (396). 

2. My guess: This is an adjective so I know it's describing Miss Emily. I would think "impervious" meant something along the lines of immortal or long living. 

3. Definition: "Not affected or influenced by something." (Dictionary of American English)

4. Explanation: I understand this, the author is trying to convey that Miss Emily is becoming sort of cut off from society. She cannot be affected or influenced by anyone else. This is emphasizing her detachment.