Gatsby Vocabulary Set #1

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Notoriety

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Negative fame; the state of being known for something bad.

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Contemptuous

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Full of intense disapproval; scornful.

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Ambiguous

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Having more than one meaning; unclear.

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Vehemently

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Done with strong feelings or great force.

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Homogeneity

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Consisting of parts or people that are all the same.

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Cynical

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Believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity.

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Apathetic

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Showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

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Poignant

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Evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret.

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Coherence

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The quality of being logical and consistent.

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Condescend

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To show feelings of superiority; to behave as if one is descending from a superior position.