AP Lang Crucible Act 1 Vocab Quiz

predilection

a natural preference for something particular

dissembling

concealing one's true motives through false appearances

calumny

the making of false statements to damage someone's reputation

iniquity

grossly unfair behavior that violates social standards

propitiation

the act of appeasing one through specific rituals

licentious

lacking moral discipline or ignoring legal restraints regarding behavior

pallor

an unhealthy, pale appearance caused by illness, shock, or extreme stress

ameliorate

to make something bad better or more tolerable

deference

humble submission and respect shown toward an authority figure

quail

to draw back in fear or lose courage when facing danger

incredulously

in a manner indicating skepticism about a stated truth

effrontery

impertinent behavior marked by shocking boldness or lack of respect

callously

in a way that shows a cruel disregard for others

confound

to cause confusion in someone by acting against their expectations

probity

the quality of having strong moral principles