The Great Gatsby Vocabulary (Ch. 1-4)

A collection of vocabulary flashcards from The Great Gatsby Chapters 1-4, covering key terms and their definitions.

Scorn

Noun: The feeling or belief that someone or something is worthless or despicable.

Contemptuous

Showing or expressing contempt or disdain; scornful; disrespectful.

Incredulous

Unable or unwilling to believe something, often because it is very surprising or shocking.

Wan

Weak or pale; lacking in color or vitality.

Tangible

Physically real, capable of being touched or felt, and having substance.

Grotesque

Odd or unnatural in shape, appearance, or character; fantastically ugly or absurd.

Sensuous

Relating to or involving the senses; appealing to the senses.

Haughty

Having or showing an attitude of superiority and disdainful pride.

Gaudy

Showy, bright, and often tacky in appearance.

Tumultuous

Characterized by commotion, unrest, or strong emotions.