used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading "The brain is both a receiver and transmitter of thought, and all minds are directly connected with each other by an invisible force.
consider or hold as true
From this reading Thoughts are sustenance for the brain, as air is for the lungs, or food for the appetite; they are good and bad in quality, and it is within man's power to accept or reject them at will.
agencynounUS /ˈeɪdʒənsi/
an administrative unit of government
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of
From this reading Thoughts are sustenance for the brain, as air is for the lungs, or food for the appetite; they are good and bad in quality, and it is within man's power to accept or reject them at will.
(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 "The brain is both a receiver and transmitter of thought, and all minds are directly connected with each other by an invisible force.
in addition
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading "The brain is both a receiver and transmitter of thought, and all minds are directly connected with each other by an invisible force.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
appetitenounUS /ˈæpətaɪt/
a feeling of craving something
From this reading Thoughts are sustenance for the brain, as air is for the lungs, or food for the appetite; they are good and bad in quality, and it is within man's power to accept or reject them at will.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading "The brain is both a receiver and transmitter of thought, and all minds are directly connected with each other by an invisible force.
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From this reading "Telepathy," continued Arletta, "proved to be one of the greatest factors for good utilized by our people.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Thoughts are sustenance for the brain, as air is for the lungs, or food for the appetite; they are good and bad in quality, and it is within man's power to accept or reject them at will.
having undesirable or negative qualities
From this reading Thoughts are sustenance for the brain, as air is for the lungs, or food for the appetite; they are good and bad in quality, and it is within man's power to accept or reject them at will.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading "Telepathy," continued Arletta, "proved to be one of the greatest factors for good utilized by our people.
the two together, not just one
From this reading "The brain is both a receiver and transmitter of thought, and all minds are directly connected with each other by an invisible force.
that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord
From this reading "The brain is both a receiver and transmitter of thought, and all minds are directly connected with each other by an invisible force.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading "Telepathy," continued Arletta, "proved to be one of the greatest factors for good utilized by our people.
collectivelyadverbUS /kəˈlektɪvli/
in conjunction with; combined
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
come or bring to a finish or an end
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
being joined in close association
From this reading "The brain is both a receiver and transmitter of thought, and all minds are directly connected with each other by an invisible force.
without stop or interruption
From this reading "Telepathy," continued Arletta, "proved to be one of the greatest factors for good utilized by our people.
converseverbUS /ˈkɑːnvərs/
carry on a conversation
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
without deviation
From this reading "The brain is both a receiver and transmitter of thought, and all minds are directly connected with each other by an invisible force.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading "The brain is both a receiver and transmitter of thought, and all minds are directly connected with each other by an invisible force.
elementnounUS /ˈeləmənt/
an abstract part of something
From this reading Thought is an element of life and exists everywhere; it is not originated by the mind, but is a utility for it.
to or in any or all places
From this reading Thought is an element of life and exists everywhere; it is not originated by the mind, but is a utility for it.
existsverbUS /ɪɡˈzɪsts/
third-person singular of “exist” — have an existence, be extant
From this reading Thought is an element of life and exists everywhere; it is not originated by the mind, but is a utility for it.
factorsnounUS /ˈfæktərz/
plural of “factor” — anything that contributes causally to a result
From this reading "Telepathy," continued Arletta, "proved to be one of the greatest factors for good utilized by our people.
any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue
From this reading Thoughts are sustenance for the brain, as air is for the lungs, or food for the appetite; they are good and bad in quality, and it is within man's power to accept or reject them at will.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading "Telepathy," continued Arletta, "proved to be one of the greatest factors for good utilized by our people.
a powerful effect or influence
From this reading "The brain is both a receiver and transmitter of thought, and all minds are directly connected with each other by an invisible force.
set up or found
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading "Telepathy," continued Arletta, "proved to be one of the greatest factors for good utilized by our people.
highest in quality
From this reading "Telepathy," continued Arletta, "proved to be one of the greatest factors for good utilized by our people.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Thoughts are sustenance for the brain, as air is for the lungs, or food for the appetite; they are good and bad in quality, and it is within man's power to accept or reject them at will.
invisibleadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈvɪzəbəl/
impossible or nearly impossible to see; imperceptible by the eye
From this reading "The brain is both a receiver and transmitter of thought, and all minds are directly connected with each other by an invisible force.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "The brain is both a receiver and transmitter of thought, and all minds are directly connected with each other by an invisible force.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
having or showing profound knowledge
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Thought is an element of life and exists everywhere; it is not originated by the mind, but is a utility for it.
lungsnounUS /lʌŋz/
plural of “lung” — either of two saclike respiratory organs in the chest of vertebrates; serves to remove carbon dioxide and provide oxygen to the blood
From this reading Thoughts are sustenance for the brain, as air is for the lungs, or food for the appetite; they are good and bad in quality, and it is within man's power to accept or reject them at will.
man'snounUS /mænz/
possessive form of “man” — an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Thoughts are sustenance for the brain, as air is for the lungs, or food for the appetite; they are good and bad in quality, and it is within man's power to accept or reject them at will.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading Thought is an element of life and exists everywhere; it is not originated by the mind, but is a utility for it.
plural of “mind” — that which is responsible for one's thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason
From this reading "The brain is both a receiver and transmitter of thought, and all minds are directly connected with each other by an invisible force.
used to form the superlative
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading "Telepathy," continued Arletta, "proved to be one of the greatest factors for good utilized by our people.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading "Telepathy," continued Arletta, "proved to be one of the greatest factors for good utilized by our people.
and nothing more
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Thoughts are sustenance for the brain, as air is for the lungs, or food for the appetite; they are good and bad in quality, and it is within man's power to accept or reject them at will.
originatedverbUS /ərˈɪdʒəneɪtəd/
past form of “originate” — come into existence; take on form or shape
From this reading Thought is an element of life and exists everywhere; it is not originated by the mind, but is a utility for it.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading "The brain is both a receiver and transmitter of thought, and all minds are directly connected with each other by an invisible force.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading "Telepathy," continued Arletta, "proved to be one of the greatest factors for good utilized by our people.
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading "Telepathy," continued Arletta, "proved to be one of the greatest factors for good utilized by our people.
possession of controlling influence
From this reading Thoughts are sustenance for the brain, as air is for the lungs, or food for the appetite; they are good and bad in quality, and it is within man's power to accept or reject them at will.
established beyond doubt
From this reading "Telepathy," continued Arletta, "proved to be one of the greatest factors for good utilized by our people.
an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone
From this reading Thoughts are sustenance for the brain, as air is for the lungs, or food for the appetite; they are good and bad in quality, and it is within man's power to accept or reject them at will.
receivernounUS /rəˈsiːvər/
set that receives radio or tv signals
From this reading "The brain is both a receiver and transmitter of thought, and all minds are directly connected with each other by an invisible force.
rejectverbUS /rɪˈdʒekt/
refuse to accept or acknowledge
From this reading Thoughts are sustenance for the brain, as air is for the lungs, or food for the appetite; they are good and bad in quality, and it is within man's power to accept or reject them at will.
singlyadverbUS /ˈsɪŋɡli/
one by one; one at a time
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
sustenancenounUS /ˈsʌstənəns/
a source of materials to nourish the body
From this reading Thoughts are sustenance for the brain, as air is for the lungs, or food for the appetite; they are good and bad in quality, and it is within man's power to accept or reject them at will.
TelepathynounUS /təˈlepəθi/
apparent communication from one mind to another without using sensory perceptions
From this reading "Telepathy," continued Arletta, "proved to be one of the greatest factors for good utilized by our people.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading "Telepathy," continued Arletta, "proved to be one of the greatest factors for good utilized by our people.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Thoughts are sustenance for the brain, as air is for the lungs, or food for the appetite; they are good and bad in quality, and it is within man's power to accept or reject them at will.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Thoughts are sustenance for the brain, as air is for the lungs, or food for the appetite; they are good and bad in quality, and it is within man's power to accept or reject them at will.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading "The brain is both a receiver and transmitter of thought, and all minds are directly connected with each other by an invisible force.
plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Thoughts are sustenance for the brain, as air is for the lungs, or food for the appetite; they are good and bad in quality, and it is within man's power to accept or reject them at will.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading "Telepathy," continued Arletta, "proved to be one of the greatest factors for good utilized by our people.
transmitternounUS /trænˈsmɪtər/
someone who transmits a message
From this reading "The brain is both a receiver and transmitter of thought, and all minds are directly connected with each other by an invisible force.
utilitynounUS /juːˈtɪləti/
a company that performs a public service; subject to government regulation
From this reading Thought is an element of life and exists everywhere; it is not originated by the mind, but is a utility for it.
utilizedadjectiveUS /ˈjuːtəlaɪzd/
put to use
From this reading "Telepathy," continued Arletta, "proved to be one of the greatest factors for good utilized by our people.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading Thoughts are sustenance for the brain, as air is for the lungs, or food for the appetite; they are good and bad in quality, and it is within man's power to accept or reject them at will.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Through its agency we not only found that it was the most natural and complete way to converse with one another, but also learned to think collectively as well as singly.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading Thoughts are sustenance for the brain, as air is for the lungs, or food for the appetite; they are good and bad in quality, and it is within man's power to accept or reject them at will.