The Crucible Act 1 Vocabulary

creed (N)

The written body of teachings of a religious group that are generally accepted by that group.

predilection (N)

A predisposition in favor of something.

rankle (V)

To gnaw into; to make resentful or angry.

maraud (V)

To raid and rove in search of booty.

defile (V)

To place under suspicion or cast doubt upon.

perpetuation (N)

The act of prolonging something.

abomination (N)

An action that is vicious or vile; an action that arouses disgust or abhorrence.

snivel (V)

To whine in a tearful manner.

blatant (Adj.)

Without any attempt at concealment; completely oblivious.

vindictive (Adj.)

Disposed to seek revenge or intended for revenge.

corroborate (V.)

To support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm.

trepidation (N.)

A feeling of alarm or dread.

partisan (N)

An ardent and enthusiastic supporter of some person or activity.

titillate (V)

To excite pleasurably or erotically.

arbitrate (V)

To act between parties with a view to reconciling differences.

inculcation (N)

Teachings that impress upon the mind by frequent instruction or repetition.

propitiation (N)

The act of placating and overcoming distrust and animosity.

licentious (Adj.)

Lacking moral discipline, especially sexually unrestrained.

blanch (V)

To turn pale, as if in fear.

enrapture (V)

To hold spellbound.