Gatsby Vocab 3

The act of accepting or agreeing to something without arguing, even if you are not completely happy about it

The team showed their acquiescence to the new schedule by saying nothing when the manager announced the changes.

In a way that shows no interest, enthusiasm, or concern about something

The bored students apathetically copied the notes from the board without asking any questions.

A prayer asking for God's blessing, usually spoken at the end of a religious ceremony

The priest gave a short benediction at the end of the wedding ceremony before the guests left the church.

Easy to notice because of being unusual or standing out from everything around it

She felt conspicuous wearing a bright red coat among all the people dressed in black.

Empty, lonely, and without signs of life or hope

After everyone left the old town, the streets became completely desolate.

A substance that some people believe comes from a medium's body during contact with spirits, or the outer layer of a cell's cytoplasm in biology

In the old ghost story, the medium produced a strange white ectoplasm during the séance.

Extremely delicate and light, seeming to belong to another world rather than this one

The bride looked ethereal in her white dress as she walked through the misty garden.

Acting as if you have great authority and expect others to obey you without question

The imperious manager never asked for opinions and simply told everyone what to do.

A particular form or version of something or someone, especially a living form taken by a spirit or idea

Many people in that culture believe that a person may return to life as an animal in their next incarnation.

Without stopping; continuously in a way that is annoying

The child talked incessantly during the long car ride, asking question after question.

Impossible or very difficult to see, hear, or notice

The difference between the two paintings was almost indiscernible to most visitors at the museum.

Impossible to explain or understand

The scientist was puzzled by the inexplicable disappearance of the chemicals from the locked laboratory.

Rude and showing no respect, especially to someone in a position of authority

The insolent student talked back to the teacher in front of the whole class.

Refusing to change your opinion or behavior even when other people try to persuade you; very stubborn

The obstinate child refused to eat his vegetables no matter what his parents said or offered him.

Displaying wealth, knowledge, or something else in a showy way to impress other people

His ostentatious gold watch and expensive car made it clear that he wanted everyone to know he was rich.

Too confident in a way that shows a lack of respect for others, by doing or saying things you do not have the right to do or say

It was presumptuous of him to assume he would get the promotion without even being interviewed.

To express disappointment or disapproval toward someone for something they have done wrong

The teacher gently reproached the student for handing in his assignment late.

Having or showing good judgment and a deep understanding of situations

The sagacious old adviser helped the young king make wise decisions for his country.

More than what is needed or wanted; unnecessary

The editor removed several superfluous paragraphs to make the article shorter and clearer.

So clear or obvious that it cannot be confused with anything else

The smell of fresh bread coming from the bakery was unmistakable as we walked down the street.