Crucible List #1 Flashcards

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Paradox

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A statement or proposition that seems self-contradictory or absurd but in reality expresses a possible truth.

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contention

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heated disagreement

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trepidation

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a feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen

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Defamation

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Act of harming or ruining another's reputation

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subservient

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prepared to obey others unquestioningly

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hypocrisy

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Pretending to have feelings, beliefs, or virtues that one does not have

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licentious

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immoral; unrestrained by society

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malevolence

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ill will or evil intentions

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notorious

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famous for something bad

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crucible

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a severe test or trial; a ceramic or metal container in which metals or other substances may be melted or subjected to very high temperatures.