Chapter XVIII · Chapter 18

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading Here I met with a difficulty which I had not expected.

encouragement of the progress or growth or acceptance of something

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

united by being of the same opinion

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

a cherished desire

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

official approval

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

third-person singular of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

Extreme greed for wealth or material gain.

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

the intolerance and prejudice of a bigot

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

the two together, not just one

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

a member of a social and cultural elite (especially a descendant of an old New England family)

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading He first urged me to postpone my wishes, till I had completed my college course, and had by travelling seen something of the world.

put or send forth

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

the body of faculty and students of a college

From this reading He first urged me to postpone my wishes, till I had completed my college course, and had by travelling seen something of the world.

successfully completed or brought to an end

From this reading He first urged me to postpone my wishes, till I had completed my college course, and had by travelling seen something of the world.

having come or been brought to a conclusion

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

permission to do something

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

(sentence connectors) because of the reason given

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

without stop or interruption

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading He first urged me to postpone my wishes, till I had completed my college course, and had by travelling seen something of the world.

any system of principles or beliefs

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

a female human offspring

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

an effort that is inconvenient

From this reading Here I met with a difficulty which I had not expected.

complete or carry out

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

give, sell, or transfer to another

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

plural of “duty” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

plural of “ear” — the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

plural of “exertion” — use of physical or mental energy; hard work

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading Here I met with a difficulty which I had not expected.

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading He first urged me to postpone my wishes, till I had completed my college course, and had by travelling seen something of the world.

to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

having or given a form or shape

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

yet to be or coming

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading He first urged me to postpone my wishes, till I had completed my college course, and had by travelling seen something of the world.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading Here I met with a difficulty which I had not expected.

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

plural of “hope” — a specific instance of feeling hopeful

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

not able or intended to be moved

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

not compatible

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

decrease in size, extent, or range

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

freely in a nonliteral manner

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

has a good chance of being the case or of coming about

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading He first urged me to postpone my wishes, till I had completed my college course, and had by travelling seen something of the world.

come together

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

inflected form of “meet” — come together

From this reading Here I met with a difficulty which I had not expected.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

used to form the superlative

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

plural of “obstacle” — something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

past form of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

being or affecting only a part; not total

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

give money, usually in exchange for goods or services

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

hold back to a later time

From this reading He first urged me to postpone my wishes, till I had completed my college course, and had by travelling seen something of the world.

a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

the body of people in a learned occupation

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

concerned with sacred matters or religion or the church

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

unusual or striking

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

represented accurately or precisely

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading He first urged me to postpone my wishes, till I had completed my college course, and had by travelling seen something of the world.

act as a barrier between; stand between

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading He first urged me to postpone my wishes, till I had completed my college course, and had by travelling seen something of the world.

the husband of your daughter

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

in the near future

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

past form of “suggest” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

up to a particular time

From this reading He first urged me to postpone my wishes, till I had completed my college course, and had by travelling seen something of the world.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

the act of going from one place to another

From this reading He first urged me to postpone my wishes, till I had completed my college course, and had by travelling seen something of the world.

an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

past form of “urge” — force or impel in an indicated direction

From this reading He first urged me to postpone my wishes, till I had completed my college course, and had by travelling seen something of the world.

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From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

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From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

precisely as stated

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

an act of traveling by water

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Here I met with a difficulty which I had not expected.

which person or people

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading But finding me immoveable on this point, he then suggested that I might meet with serious obstacles from Veenah's father, whom he represented as remarkable both for his avarice and his bigotry; that consequently he was likely to dispose of his daughter to the son-in-law who could pay most liberally for her; and that the imputations which had been cast on my religious creed, would reach his ears, if they had not already done so, and be sure to prejudice him against me.

plural of “wish” — a specific feeling of desire

From this reading He first urged me to postpone my wishes, till I had completed my college course, and had by travelling seen something of the world.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Here I met with a difficulty which I had not expected.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading He first urged me to postpone my wishes, till I had completed my college course, and had by travelling seen something of the world.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading My partial father had formed very high hopes of my future advancement, and thought that an early marriage, though not incompatible with my profession, or a successful discharge of its duties, would put an end to my ambition, or at all events, lessen my exertions.

the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose

From this reading _The Brahmin's story continued--The voyage concluded--Atterley and the Brahmin separate--Atterley arrives in New--York._ "I was not slow to follow Veenah to the city, and as had been agreed upon, had to ask the consent of her father to our union, as soon as I had obtained the approbation of my own.