The Great Gatsby
Terms
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- Feigned
- faked
- Reproach
- expression of disapproval/criticism
- Fractiousness
- a manner that is argumentative or easily disposed to irritation
- Desolate
- lifeless
- Incredulously
- doubtfully
- Devoid
- absent of, lacking
- Libel
- written lies intended to and causing harm to the subject's reputation
- Supercilious
- haughtily disdainful
- Languid
- slowly and weakly moving
- Strident
- harsh sounding
- Innuendo
- derogatory or inappropriate suggestion
- Contemptuous
- expressing disdain;scornful
- Credulity
- gullibility
- Impetuously
- suddenly,impulsively
- Florid
- reddish or ruddy complexion; in this context, could also be "ornately showy"
- Corpulent
- large or bulky; overweight
- Malevolence
- ill will, hatred, malice
- Punctilious
- strict in observing formalities
- Denizen
- a native resident or someone who visits often
- Harrowed
- distressed/worn out
- Laudable
- deserving praise, commendable
- Meretricious
- alluring by show or flashy or vulgar attractions
- Conceits
- fancies, whims
- Ineffable
- inexpressible
- Turgid
- inflated, overblown, pompous
- Ingratiate
- trying to establish oneself in the good favors of another
- Lethargic
- drowsy, sluggish
- Menagerie
- an unusual and varied group of people (usually used with animals)
- Sensuous
- perceived by or affecting the senses
- Rancour
- bitter resentment; ill will; hatred or malice
- Expostulation
- reasoning; earnest and kindly protest
- Colossal
- huge, of great importance
- Benediction
- a blessing, especially as part of a religious service
- Forlorn
- desolate, dreary, lonely, sad
- Strata
- single or plural, a level or class of people