Chapter XXVIII · Chapter 28

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

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

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From this reading Alec too lay awake and listened to the untiring rain.

(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 All he seemed to know was that he was at that moment in imminent danger of eternal damnation.

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

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

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

From this reading Alec too lay awake and listened to the untiring rain.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

not in a state of sleep; completely conscious

From this reading Alec too lay awake and listened to the untiring rain.

inflected form of “awake” — stop sleeping

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

for the reason that

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Weary of the house, he had made use of the missionar kirk to get out of it, and had been one of Mr Turnbull's congregation that night.

any cognitive content held as true

From this reading At the same time, what repentance and belief really meant--what he had to do first--he did not know.

accept as true; take to be true

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

a group of people who adhere to a common faith and habitually attend a given church

From this reading Weary of the house, he had made use of the missionar kirk to get out of it, and had been one of Mr Turnbull's congregation that night.

any system of principles or beliefs

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

the act of damning

From this reading All he seemed to know was that he was at that moment in imminent danger of eternal damnation.

the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading All he seemed to know was that he was at that moment in imminent danger of eternal damnation.

comparative of “deeply” — to a great depth psychologically or emotionally

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading At the same time, what repentance and belief really meant--what he had to do first--he did not know.

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From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

continuing forever or indefinitely

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading At the same time, what repentance and belief really meant--what he had to do first--he did not know.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading Weary of the house, he had made use of the missionar kirk to get out of it, and had been one of Mr Turnbull's congregation that night.

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

From this reading Weary of the house, he had made use of the missionar kirk to get out of it, and had been one of Mr Turnbull's congregation that night.

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

From this reading Weary of the house, he had made use of the missionar kirk to get out of it, and had been one of Mr Turnbull's congregation that night.

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

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

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

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading Weary of the house, he had made use of the missionar kirk to get out of it, and had been one of Mr Turnbull's congregation that night.

close in time; about to occur

From this reading All he seemed to know was that he was at that moment in imminent danger of eternal damnation.

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

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Weary of the house, he had made use of the missionar kirk to get out of it, and had been one of Mr Turnbull's congregation that night.

a Scottish church

From this reading Weary of the house, he had made use of the missionar kirk to get out of it, and had been one of Mr Turnbull's congregation that night.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading At the same time, what repentance and belief really meant--what he had to do first--he did not know.

past form of “laugh” — produce laughter

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Alec too lay awake and listened to the untiring rain.

past form of “listen” — hear with intention

From this reading Alec too lay awake and listened to the untiring rain.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

something that is lost

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Weary of the house, he had made use of the missionar kirk to get out of it, and had been one of Mr Turnbull's congregation that night.

inflected form of “mean” — mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading At the same time, what repentance and belief really meant--what he had to do first--he did not know.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

a state of ill-being due to affliction or misfortune

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

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

From this reading Weary of the house, he had made use of the missionar kirk to get out of it, and had been one of Mr Turnbull's congregation that night.

a particular point in time

From this reading All he seemed to know was that he was at that moment in imminent danger of eternal damnation.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Weary of the house, he had made use of the missionar kirk to get out of it, and had been one of Mr Turnbull's congregation that night.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading Weary of the house, he had made use of the missionar kirk to get out of it, and had been one of Mr Turnbull's congregation that night.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Weary of the house, he had made use of the missionar kirk to get out of it, and had been one of Mr Turnbull's congregation that night.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Weary of the house, he had made use of the missionar kirk to get out of it, and had been one of Mr Turnbull's congregation that night.

and nothing more

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Weary of the house, he had made use of the missionar kirk to get out of it, and had been one of Mr Turnbull's congregation that night.

to some extent; in some degree; not wholly

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

by chance

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

A prediction of what will happen in the future, often divinely or magically inspired.

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

water falling in drops from vapor condensed in the atmosphere

From this reading Alec too lay awake and listened to the untiring rain.

in accordance with truth or fact or reality

From this reading At the same time, what repentance and belief really meant--what he had to do first--he did not know.

manifest or bring back

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

turn away from sin or do penitence

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

remorse for your past conduct

From this reading At the same time, what repentance and belief really meant--what he had to do first--he did not know.

the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

Identical; not different.

From this reading At the same time, what repentance and belief really meant--what he had to do first--he did not know.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading All he seemed to know was that he was at that moment in imminent danger of eternal damnation.

an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service)

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

-ing form of “slumber” — be asleep

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Weary of the house, he had made use of the missionar kirk to get out of it, and had been one of Mr Turnbull's congregation that night.

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

From this reading Alec too lay awake and listened to the untiring rain.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

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

From this reading Alec too lay awake and listened to the untiring rain.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Alec too lay awake and listened to the untiring rain.

torment emotionally or mentally

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

having come into contact

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

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

From this reading Weary of the house, he had made use of the missionar kirk to get out of it, and had been one of Mr Turnbull's congregation that night.

not held or filled or in use

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

generally agreed upon; not subject to dispute

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

characterized by hard work and perseverance

From this reading Alec too lay awake and listened to the untiring rain.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

the act of using

From this reading Weary of the house, he had made use of the missionar kirk to get out of it, and had been one of Mr Turnbull's congregation that night.

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

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.

exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress

From this reading Weary of the house, he had made use of the missionar kirk to get out of it, and had been one of Mr Turnbull's congregation that night.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading At the same time, what repentance and belief really meant--what he had to do first--he did not know.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Partly because his mind was unoccupied by any fear from without, for he only laughed at the prophecy, something in that sermon touched him deeper than any one else in the place perhaps, awoke some old feelings of responsibility that had been slumbering for a long time, and made him reflect upon an unquestioned article of his creed--the eternal loss and misery and torture of the soul that did not repent and believe.