The Great Gatsby - Vocabulary List

Supercilious (adj)

Arrogant; thinking one is superior to others

Peremptory (adj)

Demanding immediate attention

Divan (noun)

A low couch with a long back; fancy couch

Intimation (noun)

Indication or a hint

Libel (noun)

A persistent lie that damages one’s reputation

Scorn (verb/noun)

Showing great contempt or hatred for something; contempt or hatred

Teutonic (adj)

Ancient or related to a much older concept

Superficial (adj)

Related only to the surface level; not deep

Scold (verb)

Verbally punishing or demeaning someone

Harlequin (noun/adj)

A mime or jester in a diamond-patterned outfit; something in many colors or a colorful pattern