Crucible Vocab

Persecute

To oppress or harass someone, especially for their religious beliefs or political views.

Vindictive

having or showing a strong desire for revenge

Formidable

very powerful/strong; deserving a lot of attention

Trepidation

a feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen that causes hesitation

Calumny

the making of false statements to damage someone's reputation; slander

Defamation

the act of damaging someone's good reputation through false statements, often synonymous with calumny.

Indignant

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

Begrudge

to resent another's success or enjoyment of something; to envy; thinking that one does not deserve something

Concede

to admit that something is true or valid after first denying or resisting it; to yield or surrender.

Pious

devoutly religious; having or showing a dutiful spirit of reverence for God or an earnest wish to fulfill religious obligations.

Wily

cunning and skilled at deceiving others; crafty.

Covet

to desire something belonging to another, often in an inappropriate or envious way.

Daft

silly, foolish, or crazy; lacking sense or judgment.

Tainted

contaminated or polluted; affected by undesirable elements.

Obstruct

to block or impede progress, making it difficult for something to continue or happen.

avid

having an intense enthusiasm or eagerness for something.

vile

extremely unpleasant or morally bad

Callously

showing a lack of empathy/being cruel or concern for others; emotionally insensitive.

Vengeance

the punishment inflicted in retaliation for an injury or offense; revenge

Guile

sly or cunning intelligence; skill in deceiving others; lying to achieve something

Vanity

excessive pride in one's appearance or accomplishments; inflated self-esteem.

Slovenly

showing a lack of care or cleanliness; untidy or messy in appearance.

Transfixed

unable to move or stop looking at something because it is so interesting/frightening

Denounce

to publicly declare wrong or evil; to condemn.

Gaunt

having a very thin and bony appearance, often due to suffering, hunger, or age.

Reprieve

a temporary relief from punishment or unpleasant circumstances.

Adamant

Not willing to change

Spite

a feeling of ill will or resentment towards someone/wanting to harm them, often leading to vindictive actions.

Tantalized

tease

Rescind

to revoke or cancel an agreement or decision.