used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
acceptationnoun
acceptance as true or valid
From this reading Whether or not she _loved_ Maltravers, in the true acceptation of the word "love," it is certain that he had acquired a most powerful command over her mind and imagination.
acquiredadjectiveUS /əˈkwaɪərd/
gotten through environmental forces
From this reading Whether or not she _loved_ Maltravers, in the true acceptation of the word "love," it is certain that he had acquired a most powerful command over her mind and imagination.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
eagerly desirous
From this reading She felt the warmest interest in his welfare, the most anxious desire for his esteem, the deepest regret at the thought of their estrangement.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
the qualities that give pleasure to the senses
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading LE plus grand defaut de la penetration n'est pas de n'aller point jusqu'au but,--c'est de la passer.*--LA ROCHEFOUCAULD.
c'est
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From this reading LE plus grand defaut de la penetration n'est pas de n'aller point jusqu'au but,--c'est de la passer.*--LA ROCHEFOUCAULD.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading Whether or not she _loved_ Maltravers, in the true acceptation of the word "love," it is certain that he had acquired a most powerful command over her mind and imagination.
an authoritative direction or instruction to do something
From this reading Whether or not she _loved_ Maltravers, in the true acceptation of the word "love," it is certain that he had acquired a most powerful command over her mind and imagination.
confidentadjectiveUS /ˈkɑːnfədənt/
having or marked by confidence or assurance
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies
From this reading LE plus grand defaut de la penetration n'est pas de n'aller point jusqu'au but,--c'est de la passer.*--LA ROCHEFOUCAULD.
comparative of “deeply” — to a great depth psychologically or emotionally
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
deepestadjectiveUS /ˈdiːpəst/
superlative of “deep” — relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply
From this reading She felt the warmest interest in his welfare, the most anxious desire for his esteem, the deepest regret at the thought of their estrangement.
defaut
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From this reading LE plus grand defaut de la penetration n'est pas de n'aller point jusqu'au but,--c'est de la passer.*--LA ROCHEFOUCAULD.
defectnounUS /ˈdiːfekt/
an imperfection in a bodily system
From this reading * "The greatest defect of penetration is not that of not going just up to the point,--'tis the passing it."
the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state
From this reading She felt the warmest interest in his welfare, the most anxious desire for his esteem, the deepest regret at the thought of their estrangement.
put on clothes
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
esteemnounUS /əˈstiːm/
the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)
From this reading She felt the warmest interest in his welfare, the most anxious desire for his esteem, the deepest regret at the thought of their estrangement.
estrangementnounUS /ɪˈstreɪndʒmənt/
separation resulting from hostility
From this reading She felt the warmest interest in his welfare, the most anxious desire for his esteem, the deepest regret at the thought of their estrangement.
EVELYN
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From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
something many people believe that is false
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading She felt the warmest interest in his welfare, the most anxious desire for his esteem, the deepest regret at the thought of their estrangement.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading She felt the warmest interest in his welfare, the most anxious desire for his esteem, the deepest regret at the thought of their estrangement.
at or to or toward the front
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
a young female
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
the act of departing
From this reading * "The greatest defect of penetration is not that of not going just up to the point,--'tis the passing it."
of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope
From this reading LE plus grand defaut de la penetration n'est pas de n'aller point jusqu'au but,--c'est de la passer.*--LA ROCHEFOUCAULD.
highest in quality
From this reading * "The greatest defect of penetration is not that of not going just up to the point,--'tis the passing it."
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Whether or not she _loved_ Maltravers, in the true acceptation of the word "love," it is certain that he had acquired a most powerful command over her mind and imagination.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading She felt the warmest interest in his welfare, the most anxious desire for his esteem, the deepest regret at the thought of their estrangement.
the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses
From this reading Whether or not she _loved_ Maltravers, in the true acceptation of the word "love," it is certain that he had acquired a most powerful command over her mind and imagination.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Whether or not she _loved_ Maltravers, in the true acceptation of the word "love," it is certain that he had acquired a most powerful command over her mind and imagination.
inflameverbUS /ɪnˈfleɪm/
cause inflammation in
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading She felt the warmest interest in his welfare, the most anxious desire for his esteem, the deepest regret at the thought of their estrangement.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading * "The greatest defect of penetration is not that of not going just up to the point,--'tis the passing it."
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading * "The greatest defect of penetration is not that of not going just up to the point,--'tis the passing it."
jusqu'au
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From this reading LE plus grand defaut de la penetration n'est pas de n'aller point jusqu'au but,--c'est de la passer.*--LA ROCHEFOUCAULD.
and nothing more
From this reading * "The greatest defect of penetration is not that of not going just up to the point,--'tis the passing it."
Knaresdean
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From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth
From this reading LE plus grand defaut de la penetration n'est pas de n'aller point jusqu'au but,--c'est de la passer.*--LA ROCHEFOUCAULD.
a chronic inflammatory collagen disease affecting connective tissue (skin or joints)
From this reading LE plus grand defaut de la penetration n'est pas de n'aller point jusqu'au but,--c'est de la passer.*--LA ROCHEFOUCAULD.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading Whether or not she _loved_ Maltravers, in the true acceptation of the word "love," it is certain that he had acquired a most powerful command over her mind and imagination.
held dear
From this reading Whether or not she _loved_ Maltravers, in the true acceptation of the word "love," it is certain that he had acquired a most powerful command over her mind and imagination.
Maltravers
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From this reading Whether or not she _loved_ Maltravers, in the true acceptation of the word "love," it is certain that he had acquired a most powerful command over her mind and imagination.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading Whether or not she _loved_ Maltravers, in the true acceptation of the word "love," it is certain that he had acquired a most powerful command over her mind and imagination.
used to form the superlative
From this reading Whether or not she _loved_ Maltravers, in the true acceptation of the word "love," it is certain that he had acquired a most powerful command over her mind and imagination.
n'aller
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From this reading LE plus grand defaut de la penetration n'est pas de n'aller point jusqu'au but,--c'est de la passer.*--LA ROCHEFOUCAULD.
n'est
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From this reading LE plus grand defaut de la penetration n'est pas de n'aller point jusqu'au but,--c'est de la passer.*--LA ROCHEFOUCAULD.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading * "The greatest defect of penetration is not that of not going just up to the point,--'tis the passing it."
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading * "The greatest defect of penetration is not that of not going just up to the point,--'tis the passing it."
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Whether or not she _loved_ Maltravers, in the true acceptation of the word "love," it is certain that he had acquired a most powerful command over her mind and imagination.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading Whether or not she _loved_ Maltravers, in the true acceptation of the word "love," it is certain that he had acquired a most powerful command over her mind and imagination.
pasnounUS /pɑːz/
(ballet) a step in dancing (especially in classical ballet)
From this reading LE plus grand defaut de la penetration n'est pas de n'aller point jusqu'au but,--c'est de la passer.*--LA ROCHEFOUCAULD.
passernounUS /ˈpæsər/
a person who passes by casually or by chance
From this reading LE plus grand defaut de la penetration n'est pas de n'aller point jusqu'au but,--c'est de la passer.*--LA ROCHEFOUCAULD.
(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate
From this reading * "The greatest defect of penetration is not that of not going just up to the point,--'tis the passing it."
penetrationnounUS /ˌpenəˈtreɪʃən/
an attack that penetrates into enemy territory
From this reading LE plus grand defaut de la penetration n'est pas de n'aller point jusqu'au but,--c'est de la passer.*--LA ROCHEFOUCAULD.
plusnounUS /plʌs/
a useful or valuable quality
From this reading LE plus grand defaut de la penetration n'est pas de n'aller point jusqu'au but,--c'est de la passer.*--LA ROCHEFOUCAULD.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading LE plus grand defaut de la penetration n'est pas de n'aller point jusqu'au but,--c'est de la passer.*--LA ROCHEFOUCAULD.
having great power or force or potency or effect
From this reading Whether or not she _loved_ Maltravers, in the true acceptation of the word "love," it is certain that he had acquired a most powerful command over her mind and imagination.
feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about
From this reading She felt the warmest interest in his welfare, the most anxious desire for his esteem, the deepest regret at the thought of their estrangement.
ROCHEFOUCAULD
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From this reading LE plus grand defaut de la penetration n'est pas de n'aller point jusqu'au but,--c'est de la passer.*--LA ROCHEFOUCAULD.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Whether or not she _loved_ Maltravers, in the true acceptation of the word "love," it is certain that he had acquired a most powerful command over her mind and imagination.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading * "The greatest defect of penetration is not that of not going just up to the point,--'tis the passing it."
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading * "The greatest defect of penetration is not that of not going just up to the point,--'tis the passing it."
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading She felt the warmest interest in his welfare, the most anxious desire for his esteem, the deepest regret at the thought of their estrangement.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading She felt the warmest interest in his welfare, the most anxious desire for his esteem, the deepest regret at the thought of their estrangement.
plural of “ti” — a light strong grey lustrous corrosion-resistant metallic element used in strong lightweight alloys (as for airplane parts); the main sources are rutile and ilmenite
From this reading * "The greatest defect of penetration is not that of not going just up to the point,--'tis the passing it."
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading * "The greatest defect of penetration is not that of not going just up to the point,--'tis the passing it."
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading Whether or not she _loved_ Maltravers, in the true acceptation of the word "love," it is certain that he had acquired a most powerful command over her mind and imagination.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading * "The greatest defect of penetration is not that of not going just up to the point,--'tis the passing it."
under normal conditions
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
warmestadjectiveUS /ˈwɔːrməst/
superlative of “warm” — having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat
From this reading She felt the warmest interest in his welfare, the most anxious desire for his esteem, the deepest regret at the thought of their estrangement.
welfarenounUS /ˈwelfer/
governmental provision of economic assistance to persons in need
From this reading She felt the warmest interest in his welfare, the most anxious desire for his esteem, the deepest regret at the thought of their estrangement.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading Whether or not she _loved_ Maltravers, in the true acceptation of the word "love," it is certain that he had acquired a most powerful command over her mind and imagination.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
in the company of; together with
From this reading EVELYN had looked forward to the ball at Knaresdean with feelings deeper than those which usually inflame the fancy of a girl proud of her dress and confident of her beauty.
a unit of language that native speakers can identify
From this reading Whether or not she _loved_ Maltravers, in the true acceptation of the word "love," it is certain that he had acquired a most powerful command over her mind and imagination.
