The Great Gatsby Vocabulary Flashcards
Transcendent
Exceeding and lying beyond usual limits, transformational, extreme.
Adjective
Incessant
Continuing without interruption.
Adjective
Cynical
Selfish, dishonest, no concern for others.
Adjective
Credulity
Willingness to believe in something that’s uncertain.
Noun
Superfluous
Excess stuff, not necessary, extra.
Adjective
Innuendo
A statement that implies someone has done something immoral or improper.
Noun
Anemic
Lacking force, life, spirit, not strong.
Adjective
Ramification
The result, or consequences. The cause or effect.
Noun
Banter
To talk in a teasing / witty manner.
Noun / verb
Debauchery
Over extending your senses.
Noun
Ascertain
To learn or to find something out for certain. To acquire in a factual way.
Verb
Ineffable
Too great, powerful, beautiful, to be expressed.
Adjective
Gaudy
Too bright or decorated, impressive.
Adjective
Vehemently
Strong feelings (often angry), very emotional. Adjective
Tumultous
Loud, exciting, emotional, a busy, disorganized, chaotic scene.
Adjective
Facet
Small part of something.
Noun
Profusion
A large amount of something.
Noun
Lauguidly
Showing / having very little strength / energy.
Adjective
Disdain
Strong feelings of dislike for something you have no respect for.
Noun
Elocution
Speaking clearly, effective, and socially acceptable.
Noun
