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Great Gatsby ch. 4
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Knickerbocker | A nickname for a resident of New York |
| Fluctuate | Rise and fall irregularly in number or amount |
| Sporadic | Occurring at irregular intervals or only in a few places |
| Divine retribution | A supernatural punishment of a person in response to some action |
| Rajah | An Indian king or prince |
| Elicit | Revoke or draw out a response from someone |
| Valor | Great courage in the face of danger |
| Somnambulatory | To walk when asleep |
| Denizen | An inhabitant or occupant of a particular place |
| Jaunty | Having or expressing a lively, cheery, or self-confident manner |