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Gatsby Vocab 4-6
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Tactless | without social politeness |
| Obstinate | stubborn |
| Nebulous | unclear, vague |
| Suppress | to hold back |
| Laudable | worthy of praise |
| Debauchery | exhibition of uninhibited, reckless behavior (partying) |
| Lethargic | lazy; fatigued; without energy |
| Euphemism | a less offensive word or phrase in the place of another |
| Ingratiate | to establish yourself in the favor of someone, especially by deliberate effort. |
| Insidious | deceitful (evil) |
| Desolate | barren |