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Chapter 4 Vocab
From The Great Gatsby
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Knickerbocker | A descendant of the Dutch settlers of New York |
| Fluctuate | Rise and fall irregularly in number or amount |
| Sporadic | occurring at irregular intervals or only in a few places; scattered or isolated |
| Divine Retribution | A supernatural punishment of a person, a group of people, or everyone by a deity in response to some action |
| Rajah | An Indian king or prince |
| Elicit | Evoke or draw out |
| Valor | Great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle |
| Somnambulatory | Walking while asleep |
| Deinizen | An inhabitant or occupant of a particular place |
| Jaunty | Having or expressing a lively, cheerful, and self-confident manner |