Great Gatsby Vocab Ch 1-9

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Partake

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To take part in something; to participate.

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Truculent

Back

Belligerent; cruel; savage.

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Grotesque

Back

Bizarre, unusual, associated with absurdity or ugliness.

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Amorphous

Back

Shapeless; without definition.

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Expostulation

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Examination or discussion.

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Rancor

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Bitter, long-lasting resentment.

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Portentous

Back

Ominous; significant; foreboding.

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Commensurate

Back

Corresponding in size or degree; proportionate.

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Ennui

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A feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction arising from a lack of occupation or excitement.

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Redolent

Back

Strongly reminiscent or suggestive of something; fragrant.