Gatsby Vocab 1-5 (definitions)

Define cynical

• having a bad reputation

• given to lying

• distrust of others' motives

• hatred of materialism

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

wistful

• joyfully anticipating a great outcome

• lazy, lethargic attitude about life

• dreading the future

• wishing, longing, often with sadness

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

contemptuous

• showing disapproval toward something vile or worthless

• showering praise on someone who doesn't deserve it

• giving the benefit of the doubt to a liar

• showing hatred toward wealthy people

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

perceptible

• intelligent

• noticeable

• of grave significance

• of little importance

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

incessant

• annoying

• overwhelming

• never-ending

• short-lived

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4