Gatsby Vocab 2

Question 1

Credulity (n.)

Answer 1

A disposition to believe too readily

Question 2

Cynical (adj.)

Answer 2

Expressing jaded or scornful skepticism or negativity

Question 3

Ascertain (v.)

Answer 3

To discover with certainty, as through examination or experimentation

Question 4

Convivial (adj.)

Answer 4

Fond of feasting, drinking, and good company; sociable

Question 5

Affectation (n.)

Answer 5

A show, pretense, or display; artificiality

Question 6

Punctilious (adj.)

Answer 6

Strictly attentive to minute details of form in action or conduct

Question 7

Somnambulate (v.)

Answer 7

To walk when asleep

Question 8

Labyrinth (n.)

Answer 8

An intricate structure of interconnecting passages through which it is difficult to find one’s way; maze

Question 9

Disconcerting (v.)

Answer 9

To upset the self-possession of; ruffle

Question 10

Sinister (adj.)

Answer 10

Suggesting or threatening evil; ominous

Question 11

Abstract (adj.)

Answer 11

Considered apart from concrete existence; not applied or practical; theoretical

Question 12

Juxtapose (v.)

Answer 12

To place side by side, especially for comparison or contrast

Question 13

Simultaneous (adj.)

Answer 13

Happening, existing, or done at the same time

Question 14

Defunct (adj.)

Answer 14

Having ceased to exist or live

Question 15

Abortive (adj.)

Answer 15

Failing to accomplish an intended objective; fruitless