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English Vocab
The Great Gatsby Vocabulary Terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Ambiguous | Open to more than one interpretation; having double meaning |
| Effimate | Having characteristics and ways of being traditionally associated with women and regarded as inappropriate for a man. |
| Coherence | The quality of being logical and consistent. The quality of forming a unified whole |
| Condescend | Showing feelings of superiority; patronization |
| Contemptuous | Showing contempt (feeling like someone is worthless); Scornful |
| Cynical | Believing that people are only motivated by self-interest; doubtful of human sincerity or integrity |
| Homogeneity | The quality or state of being all the same or all of the same kind |
| Poignant | Evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret |
| Notoriety | The state of being famous or well-known for some bad quality or deed |
| Vehement | Showing strong feeling; forceful passionate, or intense |
| Supercilious | Behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others |
| Fractious | Irritable and quarrelsome: |
| Apathetic | Showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern |