used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
the quality of having a superior or more favorable position
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
matters of personal concern
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
past form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Nothing but an extreme love of truth could have hindered me from concealing this part of my story.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
artfullyadverbUS /ˈɑːrtfəli/
in an artful manner
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
AUTHOR'SnounUS /ˈɔːθərz/
possessive form of “author” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
dearly loved
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Nothing but an extreme love of truth could have hindered me from concealing this part of my story.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
concealingnounUS /kənˈsiːlɪŋ/
the activity of keeping something secret
From this reading Nothing but an extreme love of truth could have hindered me from concealing this part of my story.
CONFINEDadjectiveUS /kənˈfaɪnd/
not invading healthy tissue
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
consistverbUS /kənˈsɪst/
originate
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Nothing but an extreme love of truth could have hindered me from concealing this part of my story.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
beyond or deviating from the usual or expected
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
plural of “degree” — a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
one or the other of two
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
eludedverbUS /ɪˈluːdɪd/
past form of “elude” — escape, either physically or mentally
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity
From this reading Nothing but an extreme love of truth could have hindered me from concealing this part of my story.
favorableadjectiveUS /ˈfeɪvərəbəl/
encouraging or approving or pleasing
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
produced by or subjected to forcing
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Nothing but an extreme love of truth could have hindered me from concealing this part of my story.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
the act of giving
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
past form of “happen” — come to pass
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Nothing but an extreme love of truth could have hindered me from concealing this part of my story.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
with gusto and without reservation
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
hinderedverbUS /ˈhɪndərd/
past form of “hinder” — be a hindrance or obstacle to
From this reading Nothing but an extreme love of truth could have hindered me from concealing this part of my story.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
the lack of knowledge or education
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
IMPERFECTadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpɜːrfɪkt/
not perfect; defective or inadequate
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
injuriouslyadverb
in an injurious manner
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
inquisitiveadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈkwɪzɪtɪv/
showing curiosity
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
KING'SnounUS /kɪŋz/
possessive form of “king” — a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
the first of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures comprising the first five books of the Hebrew Bible considered as a unit
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
plural of “make” — a recognizable kind
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
social deportment
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Nothing but an extreme love of truth could have hindered me from concealing this part of my story.
of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading Nothing but an extreme love of truth could have hindered me from concealing this part of my story.
nobleadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊbəl/
impressive in appearance
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading Nothing but an extreme love of truth could have hindered me from concealing this part of my story.
an event that occurs at a critical time
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading Nothing but an extreme love of truth could have hindered me from concealing this part of my story.
unique or specific to a person or thing or category
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
plural of “party” — an organization to gain political power
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
social relations involving intrigue to gain authority or power
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
by chance
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign)
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
PROPOSALnounUS /prəˈpoʊzəl/
something proposed (such as a plan or assumption)
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
plural of “question” — an instance of questioning
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
readersnounUS /ˈriːdərz/
plural of “reader” — a person who enjoys reading
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
show unwillingness towards
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
REJECTEDadjectiveUS /rɪˈdʒektɪd/
rebuffed (by a lover) without warning
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
resentmentsnounUS /rɪˈzentmənts/
plural of “resentment” — a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
ridiculenounUS /ˈrɪdəkjuːl/
language or behavior intended to mock or humiliate
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
the contentment one feels when one has fulfilled a desire, need, or expectation
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
express in words
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
sorryadjectiveUS /ˈsɑːri/
feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
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 Nothing but an extreme love of truth could have hindered me from concealing this part of my story.
strictnessnoun
conscientious attention to rules and details
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Nothing but an extreme love of truth could have hindered me from concealing this part of my story.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
subjected to a physical (or chemical) treatment or action or agent
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
a fact that has been verified
From this reading Nothing but an extreme love of truth could have hindered me from concealing this part of my story.
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
moved around an axis or center
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
precisely as stated
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
vindicationnounUS /vɪndəˈkeɪʃən/
the act of vindicating or defending against criticism or censure etc.
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading I am heartily sorry as any of my readers can possibly be, that such an occasion was given; but this prince happened to be so curious and inquisitive upon every particular, that it could not consist either with gratitude or good manners to refuse giving him what satisfaction I was able.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading THE AUTHOR’S LOVE OF HIS COUNTRY—HE MAKES A PROPOSAL OF MUCH ADVANTAGE TO THE KING, WHICH IS REJECTED—THE KING’S GREAT IGNORANCE IN POLITICS—THE LEARNING OF THAT COUNTRY VERY IMPERFECT AND CONFINED—THE LAWS, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS, AND PARTIES IN THE STATE.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
in the company of; together with
From this reading It was in vain to discover my resentments, which were always turned into ridicule; and I was forced to rest with patience while my noble and beloved country was so injuriously treated.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
but in spite of that
From this reading Yet thus much I may be allowed to say in my own vindication, that I artfully eluded many of his questions, and gave to every point a more favorable turn, by many degrees, than the strictness of truth would allow.
