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The Crucible Act 1
Vocabulary for The Crucible
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Persecute | (v) - To harass or treat someone unfairly because of their religion, race, ethnicity, or political beliefs |
| Inhabit | (v) - To occupy or live in a place |
| Creed | (n) - A set of religious beliefs, principles, or opinions |
| Somber | (adj) - Dark or dull in tone or color; gloomy |
| Ordinance | (n) - An authoritative decree or direction |
| Predilection | (n) - A preference or special liking for something |
| Maraud | (v) - To roam about and raid ( a place) in search of goods to steal |
| Heathen | (n/adj) - A person who is not religious or doesn't belong to a widely held religion |
| Conjure | (v) - To call upon a spirit or ghost to appear; to make something appear with magic |
| Faction | (n) - A small clique or group within a larger group (as in politics or government). |
| Deference | (n) - Respectful or courteous regard towards another person |
| Conviction | (n) - A sincere belief of something |
| Corruption | (n) - Dishonest or evil behavior (conducted by those in power) |
| Pretense | (n) - The act of giving a false appearance; an attempt to make something that is false seem true |
| Exude | (v) - To ooze or produce a liquid or smell that pours out slowly |