Crucible Vocab 1

Abomination (n)

Something detestable or hated

Dissemble (v)

To conceal one’s true motives or feelings

Calamity (n)

A disastrous event marked by great loss and lasting distress and suffering

Defamation (n)

The act of harming someone’s reputation through lies

Parochial (adj)

Narrow-minded or provincial; relating to a church parish

Vengeance (n)

Punishment inflicted in retaliation for an injury or offense

Propriety

Socially acceptable behavior

Crucible (n)

A severe test or trial; a vessel for melting metals at a high heat

Indignant (adj)

Feeling angry over perceived injustice

Lechery (n)

Excessive desire