Vocab from Crucible

Dissemble

To hide one’s true feelings or intentions.

Providence

Divine guidance or care; sometimes used to mean fate.

Conjure

To bring something to mind or make it appear as if by magic.

Autocracy

A system of government where one person has total power.

Beguile

To charm or trick someone, often in a deceptive way.

Calumny

A false statement meant to damage someone’s reputation.

Contemptuous

Showing strong dislike or disrespect.

Gull

To trick or fool someone.

Covenant

A formal agreement or promise.

Faction

A small group within a larger group, often with different ideas.

Inculcate

To teach something repeatedly so it becomes ingrained.

Licentious

Lacking moral restraint, especially in behavior.

Rile

To make someone annoyed or angry.

Slovenly

Messy or careless in appearance or habits.

Theocracy

A government ruled by religious leaders or based on religion.