Gatsby Vocab List Two

Front

What is the term for "any greatly desired and sought-after objective; ultimate idea or reward"?

Back

Grail

Front

Which word describes "the sweetheart or courter of a woman or girl"?

Back

Beau

Front

What is the term for "strongly emotional, intense, or passionate"?

Back

Vehement

Front

What does "to agree together, especially secretly, to do something wrong, evil, or illegal" refer to?

Back

Conspire

Front

What is the term for "not respectful"?

Back

Irreverent

Front

What does "to cause harm or damage" mean?

Back

Mar

Front

What is the meaning of "vicarious"?

Back

Experiencing something through another person.

Front

Define "fortuitous".

Back

Happening by chance, often in a way that is lucky or beneficial.

Front

What does "formidable" mean?

Back

Inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable.

Front

What is the definition of "genial"?

Back

Friendly and cheerful.