The Crucible Vocab (act 1)

Predilection

A preference or special liking for something; a tendency to favor.

”She has a predilection for English literature, spending her weekends reading different books”

Ingratiating

Behavior intended to gain approval or favor, often through flattery or charm

“She had an ingratiating smile every time she needed something”

Compact

An agreement or covenant between two or more parties

Notorious

Being widely and unfavorably known, or famous for something bad, immoral, or negative

Evade

To escape, avoid, or bypass something (duties, questions) though cleverness, deceit or speed

Prodigous

Something remarkably great in size, extent, degree, or force, often to the point of causing wonder or amazement

Defamation

The act of damaging a person’s or entity’s reputation through false, unprivileged, and published statements, encompassing slander