The Great Gatsby Vocab

levity

lightness of manner; a lack of seriousness

Contempt

A feeling that someone or something is inferior or unworthy of respect

Innuendo

An indirect or subtle remark, often suggesting something improper

Riotous

Wild, noisy, and uncontrolled; characterized by excess

Conscientious

Careful, thorough, and responsible in carrying out tasks

Profound

Very deep, intense, of having great meaning

Elation

great happiness or joy

Imperceptibly

so slightly or gradually that it cannot be noticed

complacently

self satisfaction or smugness, often w/o awareness of danger or problems

solemn

serious, formal, or grave in manner

Desolate

empty, bleak, or feeling of great loneliness or misery

Corroborate

To confirm or support a statement w/ evidence

Disdain

a feeling of scorn or lack of respect for someone or something

Reciprocal

Given, felt, or done in return; mutual

Incessant

Continuing w/o pause or interruption

Libel

A written false statement that damages someones reputation

Sumptuous

Lavish, luxurious, and expensive looking

Deft

skillful and quick in movement or action

Feign

To pretend or fake being affected by something

Oculist

an eye doctor

Apathetic

showing little to no interest, emotion, or concern

Supercilious

Arrogant; acting as though superior