Vocab chpt 2 Gatsby

Cards (15)

  • obscure: dark, dim; unclear and not readily seen.
  • oculist: eye doctor.
  • contiguous: touching along a boundary or at a point.
  • sumptuous: extremely costly, rich, or luxurious; extravagant.
  • sensuously: in a way that is pleasing to the senses.
  • vitality: the quality of being lively, strong, and full of energy.
  • interpose: to place between haughtily.
  • countenance: facial expressions.
  • proprietary: owning property.
  • hauteur: arrogance.
  • disdain: the feeling that someone or something is worthless or unworthy of respect.
  • strident: loud and harsh.
  • repelled: disgusted.
  • inexhaustible: unable to be used up (not exhaustible).
  • deft: skillful and quick in movement.