Unit 2 Vocabulary in The Crucible

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Ingratiate

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To gain favor or acceptance by deliberate effort; often used in a context where someone is trying to please others.

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Occult

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Relating to supernatural, mystical, or magical powers or phenomena; often associated with hidden knowledge.

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Callow

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Inexperienced and immature; often used to describe someone who is young and lacks maturity.

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Exhort

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To strongly encourage or urge someone to do something; often involves persuasion.

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Precipitate

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To cause something to happen suddenly or unexpectedly; often used in contexts where actions lead to immediate consequences.

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Aplomb

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Self-confidence or assurance, especially in a demanding situation.

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Lassitude

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A state of physical or mental weariness; lack of energy.

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Exhortation

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An address or communication emphatically urging someone to do something.

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Interloper

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A person who becomes involved in a place or situation where they are unwelcome or not wanted.

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Drivel

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Silly nonsense; often refers to foolish talk or ideas.