H10 Exam Review Gatsby vocab

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What does it mean if someone is 'privy'?

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Having knowledge of something private or secret.

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Define 'sumptuous'.

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Luxurious and expensive; lavish.

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What does 'languid' mean?

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Lazy and sluggish; lacking energy.

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If someone is described as 'supercilious', what does it imply?

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They behave or look as though they think they are superior to others.

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What is the meaning of 'ignorant'?

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Lacking knowledge, information, or awareness about something.

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What does it mean to 'feign' something?

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To pretend to be affected by a feeling, state, or injury.

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How would you describe a 'supercilious' attitude?

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An attitude that is haughty or disdainful, showing arrogance.

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What is the opposite of 'languid'?

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Energetic or lively.

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In the context of Gatsby, what does 'sumptuous' suggest about his lifestyle?

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It suggests that his lifestyle is extravagant and luxurious.

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If someone is 'privy' to a secret, what does that mean?

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They are aware of the secret and have been informed about it.