| Term | Definition |
|---|
| crucible | [n.]1) a cessel used for melting metal, and therefore able to withstand high temperatures, 2) a severe or serious test |
| paradox | [n.] a seemingly contradictory statement that may nonetheless be true; an ironic thing, or statement. |
| witch hunt | [n.] 1) in Puritan times, a search for supposed witches within the community; 2) today, a political campaign launched on the pretext of investigating activities subversive to the state. |
| formidable | [adj.] awesome, strong, imposing, impressive, possibly inspiring fear or dread |
| iniquity | [n.] wickedness, sin |
| prodigious | [adj.] 1) impressively huge, enormous; 2) extraordinary, marvelous |
| persecute | [v.] to oppress or harass; to treat badly |
| contentious | [adj.] argumentative, seeking and enjoying disagreement |
| vindictive | [adj.] vengeful, determined to get back at others for perceived wrongs |
| providence | [n.] good fortune, God's care {Puritans believed that as "chosen people" they were in God's special care or Providence.} |
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