The Crucible Act 4 Flashcards
flask
a small flat container for alchol
rile
to irritate somebody enough that it provokes anger
strnch
a horrible smell
gaunt
thin and bony in appearance
providence
the wisdom, care, and guidance believed to be provided by God; good judgment and foresight in the management of affairs or resources
summon
to call into court; to send for somebody
gibbet
a hanging post
excommunication
exclusion from the Christian community
quavering
trembling
beguile
to charm, deceive, 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 for a harm done
staute
law enacted by legislature or an established rule
adamant
very determined and not influenced by appeals to reconsider
belie
to disguise the true nature of something
boundless
limitless
penitence
regret for sins