The Crucible Acts 1 and 2 Vocabulary

A collection of vocabulary flashcards from Acts 1 and 2 of The Crucible, featuring key terms and their definitions.

predilection

preexisting preference

ingratiating

charming; flattering

dissembling

concealment of one's nature or motives

calumny

false accusation; slander

inculcation

teaching by repetition and urging

propitiation

action designed to smooth

evade

to avoid and escape by deceit or cleverness

abrogation

abolishment

congeries

heap; pile

pallor

paleness

ameliorate

make better

avidly

eagerly

base

low; mean

deference

courteous regard or respect

theology

study of religion