The Crucible Vocabulary

Vocabulary terms and definitions selected from the study of Arthur Miller's The Crucible.

begrudge

To look upon with disapproval or envy

subservient

Being overly willing to obey others or treating one’s own wishes and importance as secondary to something else

prodigious

Extremely great in size, amount, strength, or ability, often to the point of causing wonder or awe.

formidable

Something very serious or frightening.

trepidation

A feeling of fear, anxiety, or hesitation

intimations

A hint or indirect suggestion

vindictive

Having or showing a strong desire to hurt someone who has harmed or offended you

predilection

A strong liking for something, or a habit of doing that thing.

inculcation

The process of teaching or impressing ideas, beliefs, values, or habits into someone's mind through repetition

abrogation

The legal act of cancelling or repealing a law, agreement, or contract

ameliorate

To make something bad seem better or less severe/ to improve.

pallor

An unnatural or sickly paleness of the skin, often reflecting fear or illness.

pious

A deeply religious person who strictly follows the rules of their religion

falter

To be unsteady in purpose or action.

evasive

Answering questions in a way that is not direct or clear, or taking physical actions to avoid danger or a collision