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The Crucible Vocabulary Words

TermDefinition
crucible a severe test or trial
paradox a statement or situation which seems contradictory or absurd but in reality expresses a possible truth
vengeance punishment in return for a wrongdoing
contention a point asserted as part of an argument; or the act of competing for a prize or profit
conjure to use a charm or incantation to summon or call up something
subservient servile; cringing in manner; of a subordinate position
pretense false show; the act of pretending
prodigious impressive in size or amount; enormous
afflict to distress with mental or bodily pain; trouble greatly or grievously
trepidation apprehension; fear
compact make an agreement; enter into a contract
contentious quarrelsome
contempt disapproval tinged with disgust
lechery unrestrained or excessive indulgence of sexual desire; promiscuity
abominations objects of disgust, shame or dislike
denounce to condemn or censure openly or publicly
depositions testimonies given by witnesses under oath
sniveling whining; continually complaining
covenanted formally enrolled in the church
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