The Crucible Act 2 Vocab

condemnation

strong disapproval; the act of declaring something wrong or evil

poppet

a small doll, often used as  a charm or in witchcraft 

indignant 

feeling or showing anger at something unjust or unfair 

ameliorate 

to make something better or more tolerable 

Base 

lacking moral principles; dishonorable 

deference 

respect and esteem due to a superior or elder 

Gingerly

cautiously; with great care

Avidly

with great interest or enthusiasm

Blasphemy

speaking disrespectfully about something sacred or God

Wily

crafty, clever, and skilled at gaining an advantage