Vocabulary: read the dictionary definition until you understand the meaning of
the word. Next, write an analogy using the vocabulary word. Write an
explanation of the relationship used in the analogy.
1. dissembling:
2. conjure:
3. vindictive
4. propriety
5. diametrically
6. defamation
7. malign
8. fiend
9. iniquity
10. malevolence
11. contempt (legal definition)
12. prosecutor (legal definition)
13. deposition (legal definition)
14. plaintiff (legal definition)
15. guile
16. reprieve
17. conspiracy
18. retaliation
19. purged
20. penitence
Now write an analogy with these words and explain the relationship of the
analogy.
1. theocracy: governed by religion
2. providence: God’s will; God’s intervention in human affairs
3. Puritanical: strict in morality and religion; this term has come about since the reign of the
Puritans
inculcation: impress with insistent urging; convince
propitiation: win good will
ameliorate: improve
theology: the study of a religious doctrine; what a particular sect believes
vestry: the room in the church where robes are kept
apparition: ghost
trafficked: to have dealings with
Spectral Evidence: claim of seeing accused person’s spirit, or “familiar,” used as
evidence in a trial
12. Goody: short for “Goodwife,” meaning Mrs.
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