Chapter 1: Gatsby Vocab

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Supercilious: adjective

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Acting as though one thinks they're superior to others.

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Fractious: adjective

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Irritable and likely to argue (often describes children).

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Conscientious: adjective

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Wishing to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly.

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Incredulous: adjective

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Unwilling or unable to believe something.

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Contemptuous: adjective

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Showing scorn or disdain.

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Languid: adjective

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Slow and relaxed, often due to a lack of energy.

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Fervent: adjective

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Showing passionate intensity.

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Complacency: noun

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A feeling of self-satisfaction without awareness of potential dangers.

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Extemporize: verb

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To improvise or perform without preparation.

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Peremptorily: adverb

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In a way that doesn’t allow refusal or denial.