Crucible Act 2 Vocabulary

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reprimand

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verb/noun - To express disapproval or criticism; a formal rebuke.

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scoff

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verb - To mock or speak derisively.

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conviction

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noun - A firmly held belief or opinion.

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prod

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verb - To poke or push, often to stimulate action.

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ameliorate

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verb - To make something better or improve it.

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entrance

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verb - To fill someone with wonder or delight.

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strive

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verb - To make great efforts to achieve something.

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concede

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verb - To admit something is true after initially denying it; to yield.

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evade

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verb - To escape or avoid, especially through cleverness or trickery.

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flail

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verb - To wave or swing wildly; to struggle to control movements.