The Great Gatsby Vocabulary Review

This set of flashcards contains key vocabulary words and their definitions from Chapters 1-9 of 'The Great Gatsby'.

Supercilious

Behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others.

Incredulous

Unwilling or unable to believe something.

Reciprocal

Given, felt, or done in return.

Facet

One side of something many-sided, especially of a cut gem.

Interpose

Place or insert between one thing and another.

Apathetic

Showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

Languid

Weak or faint from illness or fatigue.

Erroneous

Wrong; incorrect.

Cordial

Warm and friendly.

Ascertain

To find out something; make sure of

Subterfuge

Deceit used in order to achieve one's goal.

Punctilious

Showing great attention to detail or correct behavior.

Juxtaposition

The fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.

Harrowed

Distressed, troubled, or tormented.

Defunct

No longer existing or functioning.

Obstinate

Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or chosen course of action.

Nebulous

In the form of a cloud or haze; unclear or vague.

Lethargic

Affected by lethargy; sluggish and apathetic.

Truculent

Eager or quick to argue or fight; aggressively defiant.

Laudable

Deserving praise and commendation.

Relinquish

To voluntarily cease to keep or claim; give up.

Magnanimous

Very generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful.

Incessant

Continuing without pause or interruption.

Scrutiny

Critical observation or examination.

Cahoots

In partnership or conspiracy.

Garrulous

Excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters.

Deranged

Mad; insane.

Whim

A sudden desire or change of mind, especially one that is unusual or unexplained.

Rancor

Bitterness or resentfulness, especially when long-standing.

Exasperate

To irritate intensely; infuriate.