Crucible Vocabulary Flashcard

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fanatic

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A person filled with excessive and single-minded zeal, especially for an extreme religious or political cause.

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predilection

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A preference or special liking for something.

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Paradox

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A seemingly strange or self-contradictory statement or proposition that when investigated or explained may prove to be well founded or true.

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dissemble

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To conceal one's true feelings.

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Pretense

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An attempt to make something that is not the case appear true.

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abomination

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Something regarded with extreme hatred or disgust.

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Calumny

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The making of false and defamatory statements about someone.

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arbitrate

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To settle a disagreement.

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avidly

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With great interest or enthusiasm.

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deference

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Humble submission and respect.