The Great Gatsby Vocabulary Ch 1 - 3 (NV- Am.Lit)

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incessantly

Back

continuing without interruption, unending.

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peremptory

Back

said in a way that leaves no opportunity for argument.

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supercilious

Back

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

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rivulets

Back

small streams or brooks.

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innuendo

Back

an indirect or subtle reference, often made in a negative way.

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convivial

Back

friendly, lively, and enjoyable.

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incredulously

Back

in a manner indicating disbelief.

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contiguous

Back

sharing a common border; touching.

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impetuous

Back

acting or done quickly and without thought or care.

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ascertain

Back

to find out or learn with certainty.