The Great Gatsby Vocab

Flashcards for vocab test

Supercilious (adj)

- Having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those viewed as unworthy.

Riotous (adj)

- Marked by or involving public disorder; uncontrolled behavior.

Unsought (adj)

- Not searched for, requested, or desired.

Apathetic (adj)

- Not interested or concerned; indifferent or unresponsive.

Haughty (adj)

- Arrogantly superior and disdainful.

Innuendo (n)

- An indirect comment about a person or thing, especially of a disparaging or derogatory nature.

Incredulously (adv)

- In a manner indicating disbelief.

Retort (v)

- To respond to a remark, typically in a sharp, angry manner.

Effeminate (adj)

- Having or showing characteristics regarded as womanly; unmanly.

Insidious (adj)

- Intended to entrap or trick.

Ingratiate (v)

- To establish oneself in favor or good graces of others by deliberate effort.

Temperament (n)

- A person's or animal's nature, especially as it affects their behavior.

Portentous (adj)

- Ominous, predictive of future bad events.

Vicarious (adj)

- Taking the place of another person or thing; acting or serving as a substitute.

Intricate (adj)

- Very complicated or detailed.

Indiscernible (adj)

- Cannot be seen or perceived clearly; imperceptible.

Garrulous (adj)

- Excessively talkative in a rambling, roundabout manner, especially about trivial matters.

Superfluous (adj)

- Being more than is sufficient or required; excessive; unnecessary or needless.

Elocution (n)

A person’s manner of speaking or reading aloud in public

Orgastic (adj) 

At the height of emotional excitement.