The Crucible Vocabulary, Act 1 & 2

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Innate

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existing in one from birth

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PREDILECTION

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tendency to think favorably about something in particular

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PARADOX

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A statement that seems contradictory.

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DEFERENCE

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respect or courteous regard.

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CORRABORATING

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to make more certain; confirm.

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LICENTIOUS

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Unrestrained by law or morality; lawless; immoral.

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Pallor

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Unusual or extreme paleness; fear, ill health, or death.

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CALAMITY

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serious event causing distress or misfortune

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Blasphemy

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Cursing or reviling God

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INERT

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Inactive or sluggish; no inherent power of action.