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An American Suffragette

Chapter XV · Chapter 15

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AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.
She was gowned in white, and the season's styles were particularly becoming to her graceful and well-rounded figure.
Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.
She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.
There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.
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An American Suffragette

Chapter XV · Chapter 15

Chapter 15 of An American Suffragette is here in full — 71 sentences across 15 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.

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AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.
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She was gowned in white, and the season's styles were particularly becoming to her graceful and well-rounded figure.
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Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.
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She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.
/ʃiː əˈpriːʃieɪtɪd ðə ˈkɑːmpləment ʌv ðə ˌɪnvɪˈteɪʃən æz ˈpiːpəl ˈɔːlweɪz əˈpriːʃieɪt ðə ˈkɑːmpləment ʌv ˈbiːɪŋ ˌɪnˈvaɪtəd tuː dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃt ˈɡæðərɪŋz wer ðə ˈsʌbdʒɪkts ʌv dɪˈskʌʃən ɑːr ˈlaɪkli tuː biː mʌtʃ bɪˈɑːnd ðer reɪndʒ ʌv ˈnɑːlədʒ ɔːr ˌʌndərˈstændɪŋ/
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There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.
/ðer wɑːz ə lɑːrdʒ əˈtendəns fɔːr waɪl ˈmeni ˈmembərz ʌv ðə prəˈfeʃən hæd kʌm frʌm ˈaɪdəl ˌkjʊriˈɑːsəti moʊst ʌv ðoʊz ˈprezənt wɜːr ˈɪntrəstɪd ɪn ðə vjuːz ʌv ˈeni mæn ʌv ˈstændɪŋ huː maɪt θroʊ nuː laɪt əˈpɑːn ðə səkˈsesfəl ˌæpləˈkeɪʃən ʌv ˈiːðər ˈmedəkəl ɔːr ˈsɜːrdʒɪkəl ˈremədiz/

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These definitions explain words found in the current reading and keep every example grounded in its original sentence.

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coloring noun US /ˈkʌlərɪŋ/

a digestible substance used to give color to food

From this reading “Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.”

gatherings noun US /ˈɡæðərɪŋz/

plural of “gathering” — a group of persons together in one place

From this reading “She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.”

prophecy noun US /ˈprɒf.ə.si/

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

From this reading “AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.”

remedies noun US /ˈremədiz/

plural of “remedy” — act of correcting an error or a fault or an evil

From this reading “There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.”

season's noun US /ˈsiːzənz/

possessive form of “season” — a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field

From this reading “She was gowned in white, and the season's styles were particularly becoming to her graceful and well-rounded figure.”

styles noun US /staɪlz/

plural of “style” — how something is done or how it happens

From this reading “She was gowned in white, and the season's styles were particularly becoming to her graceful and well-rounded figure.”

surgical adjective US /ˈsɜːrdʒɪkəl/

of or relating to or involving or used in surgery

From this reading “There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.”

vases noun US /ˈveɪsəz/

plural of “vas” — a tube in which a body fluid circulates

From this reading “Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.”

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adeterminerUS /ə/

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

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

ableadjectiveUS /ˈeɪbəl/

(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

accompaniedadjectiveUS /əˈkʌmpənid/

having companions or an escort

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

alwaysadverbUS /ˈɔːlweɪz/

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

ANdeterminerUS /æn/

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

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

andconjunctionUS /ənd/

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

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

anyadjectiveUS /ˈeni/

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

applicationnounUS /ˌæpləˈkeɪʃən/

the act of bringing something to bear; using it for a particular purpose

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

appreciateverbUS /əˈpriːʃieɪt/

recognize with gratitude; be grateful for

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

appreciatedadjectiveUS /əˈpriːʃieɪtɪd/

fully understood or grasped

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

asconjunctionUS /æz/

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

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

attendancenounUS /əˈtendəns/

the act of being present (at a meeting or event etc.)

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

beauxiliary verbUS /biː/

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

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

BEARverbUS /ber/

have

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

becomingadjectiveUS /bɪˈkʌmɪŋ/

according with custom or propriety

From this reading She was gowned in white, and the season's styles were particularly becoming to her graceful and well-rounded figure.

BEGINSnounUS /bɪˈɡɪnz/

plural of “begin” — Israeli statesman (born in Russia) who (as prime minister of Israel) negotiated a peace treaty with Anwar Sadat (then the president of Egypt) (1913-1992)

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

beyondprepositionUS /bɪˈɑːnd/

on the far side of; further than

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

coloringnounUS /ˈkʌlərɪŋ/

a digestible substance used to give color to food

From this reading Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.

comeverbUS /kʌm/

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

complimentverbUS /ˈkɑːmpləment/

say something to someone that expresses praise

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

curiositynounUS /ˌkjʊriˈɑːsəti/

a state in which you want to learn more about something

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

daintyadjectiveUS /ˈdeɪnti/

delicately beautiful

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

delicateadjectiveUS /ˈdeləkət/

exquisitely fine and subtle and pleasing; susceptible to injury

From this reading Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.

discoursenounUS /ˈdɪskɔːrs/

extended verbal expression in speech or writing

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

discussionnounUS /dɪˈskʌʃən/

an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

distinguishedadjectiveUS /dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃt/

(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

doubtsnounUS /daʊts/

plural of “doubt” — the state of being unsure of something

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

Dr

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From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

EarlnounUS /ɜːrl/

a British peer ranking below a marquess and above a viscount

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

eitherdeterminerUS /ˈiːðər/

one or the other of two

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

EmpirenounUS /ˈempaɪər/

the domain ruled by an emperor or empress; the region over which imperial dominion is exercised

From this reading Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.

EVILnounUS /ˈiːvəl/

morally objectionable behavior

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

facenounUS /feɪs/

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.

figurenounUS /ˈfɪɡjər/

a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading She was gowned in white, and the season's styles were particularly becoming to her graceful and well-rounded figure.

followverbUS /ˈfɑːloʊ/

to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

forprepositionUS /fɔːr/

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

fromprepositionUS /frʌm/

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

FRUITnounUS /fruːt/

the ripened reproductive body of a seed plant

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

gatheringsnounUS /ˈɡæðərɪŋz/

plural of “gathering” — a group of persons together in one place

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

glownounUS /ɡloʊ/

an alert and refreshed state

From this reading Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.

gownedadjective

wearing a gown

From this reading She was gowned in white, and the season's styles were particularly becoming to her graceful and well-rounded figure.

gracefuladjectiveUS /ˈɡreɪsfəl/

characterized by beauty of movement, style, form, or execution

From this reading She was gowned in white, and the season's styles were particularly becoming to her graceful and well-rounded figure.

hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/

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

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

hepronounUS /hiː/

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

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

herdeterminerUS /hɜːr/

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

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

hisdeterminerUS /hɪz/

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

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

idleadjectiveUS /ˈaɪdəl/

not in action or at work

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

ifconjunctionUS /ɪf/

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

inprepositionUS /ɪn/

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

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

interestedadjectiveUS /ˈɪntrəstɪd/

having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

invitationnounUS /ˌɪnvɪˈteɪʃən/

a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

invitedverbUS /ˌɪnˈvaɪtəd/

past form of “invite” — increase the likelihood of

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

itsdeterminerUS /ɪts/

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.

Kimball

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From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

knowledgenounUS /ˈnɑːlədʒ/

the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

Leonora

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

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

lightadjectiveUS /laɪt/

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

likelyadjectiveUS /ˈlaɪkli/

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

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

lovelinessnoun

the quality of being good looking and attractive

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

mannounUS /mæn/

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

manyadjectiveUS /ˈmeni/

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 There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

medicaladjectiveUS /ˈmedəkəl/

relating to the study or practice of medicine

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

meetingnounUS /ˈmiːtɪŋ/

a formally arranged gathering

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

membersnounUS /ˈmembərz/

plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

mightmodal verbUS /maɪt/

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

mostadverbUS /moʊst/

used to form the superlative

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

MrsnounUS /ˈmɪsɪz/

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

muchadverbUS /mʌtʃ/

to a great degree or extent

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

newadjectiveUS /nuː/

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

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

nonepronounUS /nʌn/

not one, and not any

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

notadverbUS /nɑːt/

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

ofprepositionUS /ʌv/

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

onepronounUS /wʌn/

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.

orconjunctionUS /ɔːr/

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

ownverbUS /oʊn/

have ownership or possession of

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

particularlyadverbUS /ˌpɑːrˈtɪkjələrli/

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading She was gowned in white, and the season's styles were particularly becoming to her graceful and well-rounded figure.

peoplenounUS /ˈpiːpəl/

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

perfectlyadverbUS /ˈpɜːrfəktli/

completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

PeriodnounUS /ˈpɪriəd/

an amount of time

From this reading Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.

pleasurenounUS /ˈpleʒər/

a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

presentverbUS /ˈprezənt/

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

pridenounUS /praɪd/

a feeling of self-respect and personal worth

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

professionnounUS /prəˈfeʃən/

the body of people in a learned occupation

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

PROPHECYnounUS /ˈprɒf.ə.si/

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

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

radiantadjectiveUS /ˈreɪdiːənt/

radiating or as if radiating light

From this reading Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.

rangenounUS /reɪndʒ/

an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet"

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

rareadjectiveUS /rer/

not widely known; especially valued for its uncommonness

From this reading Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.

remediesnounUS /ˈremədiz/

plural of “remedy” — act of correcting an error or a fault or an evil

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

resembledverbUS /rɪˈzembəld/

past form of “resemble” — appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to

From this reading Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.

season'snounUS /ˈsiːzənz/

possessive form of “season” — a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field

From this reading She was gowned in white, and the season's styles were particularly becoming to her graceful and well-rounded figure.

sensitiveadjectiveUS /ˈsensətɪv/

responsive to physical stimuli

From this reading Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.

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From this reading Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.

shepronounUS /ʃiː/

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

societynounUS /səˈsaɪəti/

an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

someadjectiveUS /sʌm/

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

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

standingadjectiveUS /ˈstændɪŋ/

having a supporting base

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

stylesnounUS /staɪlz/

plural of “style” — how something is done or how it happens

From this reading She was gowned in white, and the season's styles were particularly becoming to her graceful and well-rounded figure.

subjectsnounUS /ˈsʌbdʒɪkts/

plural of “subject” — the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

successfuladjectiveUS /səkˈsesfəl/

having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

surgicaladjectiveUS /ˈsɜːrdʒɪkəl/

of or relating to or involving or used in surgery

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

thedeterminerUS /ðə/

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

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

theirdeterminerUS /ðer/

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

ThereadverbUS /ðer/

in or at that place or location

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

thosedeterminerUS /ðoʊz/

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.

throwverbUS /θroʊ/

propel through the air

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

TOparticleUS /tuː/

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

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

understandingnounUS /ˌʌndərˈstændɪŋ/

the cognitive condition of someone who understands

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/

a formal word for “on”

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

vasesnounUS /ˈveɪsəz/

plural of “vas” — a tube in which a body fluid circulates

From this reading Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.

viewsnounUS /vjuːz/

plural of “view” — a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/

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

From this reading She was gowned in white, and the season's styles were particularly becoming to her graceful and well-rounded figure.

well-roundedadjective

many-sided

From this reading She was gowned in white, and the season's styles were particularly becoming to her graceful and well-rounded figure.

wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading She was gowned in white, and the season's styles were particularly becoming to her graceful and well-rounded figure.

whateverdeterminerUS /ˌwʌˈtevər/

any or all of a kind, it does not matter which

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

whereconjunctionUS /wer/

in or at the place that

From this reading She appreciated the compliment of the invitation, as people always appreciate the compliment of being invited to distinguished gatherings where the subjects of discussion are likely to be much beyond their range of knowledge or understanding.

whetherconjunctionUS /ˈweðər/

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/

during the time that

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

whitenounUS /waɪt/

a Caucasian

From this reading She was gowned in white, and the season's styles were particularly becoming to her graceful and well-rounded figure.

whopronounUS /huː/

which person or people

From this reading There was a large attendance, for while many members of the profession had come from idle curiosity, most of those present were interested in the views of any man of standing who might throw new light upon the successful application of either medical or surgical remedies.

withprepositionUS /wɪð/

in the company of; together with

From this reading Her radiant face with its sensitive coloring resembled the delicate glow of one of those rare Sevres vases of the Empire Period.

wouldmodal verbUS /wʊd/

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

From this reading AN EVIL PROPHECY BEGINS TO BEAR FRUIT Leonora and Mrs. Kimball accompanied Dr. Earl to the meeting of the medical society, and if he had some doubts whether or not she would be able to follow his discourse perfectly, he had none whatever as to his own pride and pleasure in her dainty loveliness.

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