act 4 Flashcards
1
Q
befouled
A
dirty, impure
2
Q
quail
A
show fear
3
Q
denounce
A
to express harsh criticism
4
Q
flask
A
small flat container of alcohol
5
Q
rile
A
to irritate until anger
6
Q
stench
A
horrible smell
7
Q
gaunt
A
thin and bony is appearence
8
Q
providence
A
wisdom, care, and guidance believed to be provided by God
9
Q
summon
A
to cal into court
10
Q
gibbet
A
a hanging post
11
Q
excommunication
A
exclusion from the Christian community
12
Q
quavering
A
trembling
13
Q
beguile
A
to charm deceive or cheat
14
Q
floundering
A
hesitating in confusion
15
Q
reprieve
A
the postponement of a punishment
