Great Gatsby Vocab Chapters 4-6

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(v) to decay; decompose; break up

Back

disintegrate

Front

To place under a debt of gratitude for a benefit or service.

Back

obliged

Front

(verb) examine in detail with critical attention

Back

scrutinize

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(verb) to adorn or decorate

Back

garnish

Front

(verb) to occur; happen; take place

Back

transpire

Front

(adj) periodic; random; at irregular intervals

Back

sporadic

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(adj) meticulous; strict attention to details

Back

punctilious

Front

(adj) confusing; disturbing; causing emotional disturbance

Back

disconcerting

Front

(adj) evil; bad; wicked

Back

sinister

Front

(adj) 1) juicy; 2) rich in desirable qualities

Back

succulent