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The Great Gatsby - Vocabulary Chp. 1

AB
Inclinedtendency to do something
Levityhumor, frivolity lacking respect
ProminentProjection from being important or famous
ConvictionFirmly held belief
Epigramny witty, ingenious, or pointed saying tersely expressed.
DomesticatedTamed
ElaborateDetailed;fancy
ArrogantHaving an exagerated sense of importance
Paternalfather like
PungentStrong smeling
SurnameLast name
DeftSkilled
AccentuatedTo draw attention
ImperativelyNot optional
SpecimenExample
InconsequenceUnimportant
InfinitesimalSmall
ComplacencySelf-satisfaction or smug
DevoidEntirely lacking
SubduedOver; bring under control
CoherenceCondition of things being together
ScepticismDoubtful
TemperamentNature
VigilBeing awake when it is time to sleep
SedativeSoothing
ScornContempt feelings; distain
CompelForce someone to do something
ContemptuousDisrespectful
Peremptorilyleaving no opportunity for denial or refusal
Egotismexcessive and objectionable reference to oneself in conversation or writing; conceit; boastfulness.


Teacher
Vinton High School
Vinton, TX

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