The Crucible Flashcards
Adamant
(ADJ) not willing to change an opinion or decision : very determined
We’ve tried to talk him into coming with us, but he’s adamant about staying here.
Afflict
(V) to cause pain or suffering to (someone or something)
The disease afflicts an estimated two million people every year.
Beguile
(V) to trick or deceive (someone)
She was cunning enough to beguile her classmates into doing the work for her.
Confounded
(ADJ) Confused, Perplexed
I’m Confounded to think that you would do such a thing.
Contention
(N) a point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument
That has been a source of contention for years.
Contiguous
(ADJ) touching along a boundary or at a point
Connecticut and Massachusetts are contiguous states.
Deference
(N) respect and esteem due a superior or an elder
He is shown much deference by his colleagues.
Effrontery
(N) a very confident attitude or way of behaving that is shocking or rude
He had the effrontery to deny eating any cookies, even with the crumbs still on his lips.
Formidable
(ADJ) very powerful or strong : deserving serious attention and respect
The mountains were a formidable barrier.
Grave
(ADJ) Of great gravity or crucial importance.
This violation of school rules is a grave matter.
Incredulous
(ADJ) not able or willing to believe something
He was incredulous at the news.
Malign
(ADJ) evil in nature, influence, or effect
They all showed a malign desire to make each other’s future utterly miserable.
Manifestation
(N) a sign that shows something clearly
That miracle was a manifestation of his godly power.
Predilection
(N) a natural liking for something
The boy had a predilection for playing games.
Pretense
(N) a false reason or explanation that is used to hide the real purpose of something
Their indifference is merely pretense.
