Vocabulary for The Crucible

Blasphemy

Impious, disrespectful, or irreverent speech or action concerning sacred things or religious beliefs.

Calumny

Making false and defamatory statements about someone to damage their reputation (slander).

Crucible

A severe test or trial; also a ceramic or metal vessel used for melting substances at extremely high temperatures.

Dissembling

Concealing one's true motives, feelings, or intentions behind a false appearance or facade.

Hysteria

Exaggerated, uncontrollable emotion or excitement, often spreading rapidly through a group or community.

Predilection

A natural preference, strong liking, or special bias toward something.