The Crucible 4 Flashcards
befouled
dirty or impure
quail
to show fear or apprehension
denounce
to express harsh criticism or condemnation for something or somebody, usually in public
flask
small flat container for alcohol
rile
to irritate someone enough that it provokes anger
stench
a horrible smell
gaunt
thin and bony in apperance
providence
wisdom care and guidance believed to be provided by God, good judgement and foresight in the management of affairs or recources
summon
to call into court, to send for somebody
gibbet
a hanging post
excommunicationi
exclusion from the christian community
quavering
trembling
beguile
to charm, decieve, or cheat
floundering
hesitating in confusion
reprieve
the postponement of a punishment, to stop or postpone a punishment
retaliation
deliberate harm against somebody in response or revenge from a harm done
stature
law enacted by legislature or an established rule
adament
very determined, not influence by appeals or reconsiter
belie
to disguise the true nature of something
boundless
limitless
penitence
regret for sins