The Great Gatsby Vocabulary Flashcard: Chapters 4-6

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What is the meaning of the word 'denizen'?

Back

An inhabitant or occupant of a particular place.

Front

Fill in the blank: The term 'suppressed' is used to describe something as ________.

Back

restrained or forcibly restricted.

Front

In 'The Great Gatsby', the word 'insidious' is used to describe something that is _______.

Back

deceitful.

Front

What is the meaning of the word 'evasion'?

Back

A purposeful indirect answer; an excuse.

Front

What is the meaning of the word 'ramification'?

Back

A consequence of an action or event.

Front

What does the term 'supercilious' mean?

Back

Behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others.

Front

Define 'pomp' as used in literature.

Back

A ceremony or display involving grandeur and magnificence.

Front

What is the meaning of 'vacuous'?

Back

Having or showing a lack of thought or intelligence; mindless.

Front

Explain the term 'deft'.

Back

Demonstrating skill and cleverness.

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What does 'dissension' refer to?

Back

Disagreement that leads to discord.