used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading That was a poser.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading It was incumbent on her to prove that she was not inconsistent in attributing Austin's preservation to the intervention of God, while disclaiming any belief in what she called the supernatural.
argumentativeadjectiveUS /ˌɑːrɡjəˈmentətɪv/
given to or characterized by argument
From this reading Aunt Charlotte, having recovered her equanimity, began to feel argumentative.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading "Then why do you thank God?" asked Austin, "Isn't He supernatural?
attributingverbUS /əˈtrɪbjətɪŋ/
-ing form of “attribute” — attribute or credit to
From this reading It was incumbent on her to prove that she was not inconsistent in attributing Austin's preservation to the intervention of God, while disclaiming any belief in what she called the supernatural.
the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle
From this reading Aunt Charlotte, having recovered her equanimity, began to feel argumentative.
AustinnounUS /ˈɔːstən/
state capital of Texas on the Colorado River; site of the University of Texas
From this reading "Then why do you thank God?" asked Austin, "Isn't He supernatural?
Austin'snounUS /ˈɔːstənz/
possessive form of “austin” — state capital of Texas on the Colorado River; site of the University of Texas
From this reading It was incumbent on her to prove that she was not inconsistent in attributing Austin's preservation to the intervention of God, while disclaiming any belief in what she called the supernatural.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Aunt Charlotte, having recovered her equanimity, began to feel argumentative.
Beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Why, He's the only really supernatural Being possible, it seems to me."
any cognitive content held as true
From this reading It was incumbent on her to prove that she was not inconsistent in attributing Austin's preservation to the intervention of God, while disclaiming any belief in what she called the supernatural.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading It was incumbent on her to prove that she was not inconsistent in attributing Austin's preservation to the intervention of God, while disclaiming any belief in what she called the supernatural.
CharlottenounUS /ˈʃɑːrlət/
the largest city in North Carolina; located in south central North Carolina
From this reading Aunt Charlotte, having recovered her equanimity, began to feel argumentative.
disclaimingverbUS /dɪˈskleɪmɪŋ/
-ing form of “disclaim” — renounce a legal claim or title to
From this reading It was incumbent on her to prove that she was not inconsistent in attributing Austin's preservation to the intervention of God, while disclaiming any belief in what she called the supernatural.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading "Then why do you thank God?" asked Austin, "Isn't He supernatural?
equanimitynounUS /ˌek.wəˈnɪm.ə.t̬i/
Mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation.
From this reading Aunt Charlotte, having recovered her equanimity, began to feel argumentative.
undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind
From this reading Aunt Charlotte, having recovered her equanimity, began to feel argumentative.
the supernatural being conceived as the perfect and omnipotent and omniscient originator and ruler of the universe; the object of worship in monotheistic religions
From this reading "Then why do you thank God?" asked Austin, "Isn't He supernatural?
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading Aunt Charlotte, having recovered her equanimity, began to feel argumentative.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "Then why do you thank God?" asked Austin, "Isn't He supernatural?
He's
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From this reading Why, He's the only really supernatural Being possible, it seems to me."
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Aunt Charlotte, having recovered her equanimity, began to feel argumentative.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading It was incumbent on her to prove that she was not inconsistent in attributing Austin's preservation to the intervention of God, while disclaiming any belief in what she called the supernatural.
inconsistentadjectiveUS /ˌɪnkənˈsɪstənt/
displaying a lack of consistency
From this reading It was incumbent on her to prove that she was not inconsistent in attributing Austin's preservation to the intervention of God, while disclaiming any belief in what she called the supernatural.
incumbentadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈkʌmbənt/
lying or leaning on something else
From this reading It was incumbent on her to prove that she was not inconsistent in attributing Austin's preservation to the intervention of God, while disclaiming any belief in what she called the supernatural.
interventionnounUS /ˌɪntərˈvenʃən/
the act of intervening (as to mediate a dispute, etc.)
From this reading It was incumbent on her to prove that she was not inconsistent in attributing Austin's preservation to the intervention of God, while disclaiming any belief in what she called the supernatural.
Isn't
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "Then why do you thank God?" asked Austin, "Isn't He supernatural?
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Why, He's the only really supernatural Being possible, it seems to me."
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Why, He's the only really supernatural Being possible, it seems to me."
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading It was incumbent on her to prove that she was not inconsistent in attributing Austin's preservation to the intervention of God, while disclaiming any belief in what she called the supernatural.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading It was incumbent on her to prove that she was not inconsistent in attributing Austin's preservation to the intervention of God, while disclaiming any belief in what she called the supernatural.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading It was incumbent on her to prove that she was not inconsistent in attributing Austin's preservation to the intervention of God, while disclaiming any belief in what she called the supernatural.
and nothing more
From this reading Why, He's the only really supernatural Being possible, it seems to me."
posernounUS /ˈpoʊzər/
a person who habitually pretends to be something he is not
From this reading That was a poser.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading Why, He's the only really supernatural Being possible, it seems to me."
preservationnounUS /ˌprezərˈveɪʃən/
the activity of protecting something from loss or danger
From this reading It was incumbent on her to prove that she was not inconsistent in attributing Austin's preservation to the intervention of God, while disclaiming any belief in what she called the supernatural.
be shown or be found to be
From this reading It was incumbent on her to prove that she was not inconsistent in attributing Austin's preservation to the intervention of God, while disclaiming any belief in what she called the supernatural.
in accordance with truth or fact or reality
From this reading Why, He's the only really supernatural Being possible, it seems to me."
freed from illness or injury
From this reading Aunt Charlotte, having recovered her equanimity, began to feel argumentative.
third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Why, He's the only really supernatural Being possible, it seems to me."
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading It was incumbent on her to prove that she was not inconsistent in attributing Austin's preservation to the intervention of God, while disclaiming any belief in what she called the supernatural.
supernaturalnounUS /ˌsuːpərˈnætʃərəl/
supernatural forces and events and beings collectively
From this reading "Then why do you thank God?" asked Austin, "Isn't He supernatural?
express gratitude or show appreciation to
From this reading "Then why do you thank God?" asked Austin, "Isn't He supernatural?
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading That was a poser.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Why, He's the only really supernatural Being possible, it seems to me."
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading "Then why do you thank God?" asked Austin, "Isn't He supernatural?
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Why, He's the only really supernatural Being possible, it seems to me."
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading That was a poser.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading It was incumbent on her to prove that she was not inconsistent in attributing Austin's preservation to the intervention of God, while disclaiming any belief in what she called the supernatural.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading It was incumbent on her to prove that she was not inconsistent in attributing Austin's preservation to the intervention of God, while disclaiming any belief in what she called the supernatural.
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”
From this reading "Then why do you thank God?" asked Austin, "Isn't He supernatural?
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "Then why do you thank God?" asked Austin, "Isn't He supernatural?
