ACT 2, Scene 1 Inherit The Wind Vocabulary

 

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  1. Animosity  = active hatred

 

 

  1. Bias = A preference or an inclination, especially one that inhibits impartial judgment. An unfair act or policy stemming from prejudice

 

  1. Fervent = Having or showing great emotion or zeal; ardent:

 

 

  1. Commendable = Worthy of praise.

 

 

  1. Firmament = the sky. The heavens.

 

 

  1. Writhe = To twist, as in pain, struggle, or embarrassment. To move with a twisting or contorted motion.

 

 

  1. Anguish = Torment. Agonizing physical or mental pain;

 

 

  1. Damnation = Everlasting punishment. The act of damning or the condition of being damned. Condemnation to everlasting punishment; doom.