The Crucible Act 1 Vocabulary

1. creed: (N.) -the written body of teachings of a religious group that are generally accepted by that group

2. predilection: (N.) -a predisposition in favor of something

3. rankle: (V.) -to gnaw into; to make resentful or angry

4. maraud: (V.) -to raid and rove in search of booty

5. defile: (V.) -to place under suspicion or cast doubt upon

6. perpetuation: (N.) -the act of prolonging something

7. abomination: (N.) -an action that is vicious or vile; an action that arouses disgust or abhorrence

8. snivel: (V.) - to whine in a tearful manner

9. blatant: (Adj.) -without any attempt at concealment; completely oblivious

10. vindictive: (Adj.) -disposed to seek revenge or intended for revenge

11. corroborate: (V.) -to support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm

12. trepidation: (N.) -a feeling of alarm or dread

13. partisan: (N.) -an ardent and enthusiastic supporter of some person or activity

14. titillate: (V.) -to excite pleasurably or erotically

15. arbitrate: (V.) -to act between parties with a view to reconciling differences

16. inculcation: (N.) -teachings that impress upon the mind by frequent instruction or repetition

17. propitiation: (N.) -the act of placating and overcoming distrust and animosity

18. licentious: (Adj.) -lacking moral discipline, especially sexually unrestrained

19. blanch: (V.) -to turn pale, as if in fear

20. enrapture: (V.) -to hold spellbound