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Gatsby Vocab #1
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Feign (verb) | Make believe with the intent to deceive. Affect, dissemble |
| Supercilious (adj) | Having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy. Disdainful, Haughty |
| Conscientious(adj) | Characterized by extreme care and great effort. Careful painstaking |
| Incredulous(adj) | Not disposed or willing to believe; unbelieving. Disbelieving and incredible |
| Reciprocal (adj) | Concerning each of two or more persons or things; especially given or done in return.Mutual, Bilateral |
| Wan (adj) | Abnormally deficient in color as suggesting physical or emotional distress. Mealy, Pale |
| Complacent (adj) | Contented to a fault with oneself or one's actions. Self satisfied |
| Intimation (adj) | A slight suggestion or vague understanding. Glimmer inkling |
| Anon (adverb) | In a little while. Soon/Shortly |
| Levity (noun) | A manner lacking seriousness. Frivolity, giddiness |
| Unobtrusively (adverb) | Not easily noticed or do not draw attention to themselves. Bashfully and purely |
| Wistful (adj) | Showing pensive sadness. Sad, pensive |