Gatsby Vocab - chapters 4-5

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Periodic, random, happening at intervals

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Sporadic

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evil; bad; wicked

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sinister

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Placing two or more things side by side to emphasize their link or contrast.

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justapostion

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paying strict attention to details

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punctilious

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A mark or visible evidence of something no longer present.

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vestige

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To provide or supply with ornaments; decorate.

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garnish

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Stubbornly adhering to an attitude or opinion.

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Obstinate

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Examine in detail with care

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scrutinize

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Something justly deserved; revenge for a wrongdoing.

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Retribution

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aqu

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water