The Crucible Act Two Vocabulary

Vocabulary terms, parts of speech, definitions, and word forms for The Crucible Act Two.

condemnation (n)

A statement or expression of very strong and definite criticism or disapproval.

falter (v)

To stop being strong or successful.

indignant (adj)

Feeling or showing anger because of something unjust or unworthy.

deference (n)

A way of behaving that shows respect for someone or something.

pretense (n)

A false reason or explanation that is used to hide the real purpose of something.

covet (v)

To want (something you don't have) very much.

vengeance (n)

The act of doing something to hurt someone because that person did something that hurt you.

grapple (v)

1: To hold and fight with another person / someone else. 2: To try to solve a problem.

corroborate (v)

To help prove with evidence or authority: make more certain.

substantiate (v)

To prove the truth of (something).

refute (v)

To prove that something is untrue.

scrutinize (v)

To examine closely and minutely.

contention (n)

1: Something that is argued or stated. 2: Anger and disagreement.

ambiguous (adj)

Able to be understood in more than one way; have more than one possible meaning.