used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
consider or hold as true
From this reading "In fact, he cannot accept his greatest opportunities unless perfectly sound and healthful.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading "In equal proportion to man's moral and mental strength, so should he be well-balanced physically," proceeded Arletta.
Arletta
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From this reading "In equal proportion to man's moral and mental strength, so should he be well-balanced physically," proceeded Arletta.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
attributesnounUS /ˈætrəbjuːts/
plural of “attribute” — a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading "In equal proportion to man's moral and mental strength, so should he be well-balanced physically," proceeded Arletta.
see with attention
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
cannot
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From this reading "In fact, he cannot accept his greatest opportunities unless perfectly sound and healthful.
conceiveverbUS /kənˈsiːv/
have the idea for
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
conceptionnounUS /kənˈsepʃən/
an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
the appearance conveyed by a person's face
From this reading "Excepting a perfect woman as depicted by yourself," thought I, with uncontrollable rapture, as I feasted my eyes upon her exquisite form and lovely countenance.
greatly pleasing or entertaining
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
depictedadjectiveUS /dɪˈpɪktəd/
represented graphically by sketch or design or lines
From this reading "Excepting a perfect woman as depicted by yourself," thought I, with uncontrollable rapture, as I feasted my eyes upon her exquisite form and lovely countenance.
derivesverbUS /dərˈaɪvz/
third-person singular of “derive” — reason by deduction; establish by deduction
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
developmentnounUS /dɪˈveləpmənt/
act of improving by expanding or enlarging or refining
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
be identical or equivalent to
From this reading "In equal proportion to man's moral and mental strength, so should he be well-balanced physically," proceeded Arletta.
exceedingadjectiveUS /ɪkˈsiːdɪŋ/
far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
ExceptingverbUS /ˌekˈseptɪŋ/
-ing form of “except” — take exception to
From this reading "Excepting a perfect woman as depicted by yourself," thought I, with uncontrollable rapture, as I feasted my eyes upon her exquisite form and lovely countenance.
exemplifiedverbUS /ɪɡˈzempləfaɪd/
inflected form of “exemplify” — be characteristic of
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
intense or sharp
From this reading "Excepting a perfect woman as depicted by yourself," thought I, with uncontrollable rapture, as I feasted my eyes upon her exquisite form and lovely countenance.
opinion or judgment
From this reading "Excepting a perfect woman as depicted by yourself," thought I, with uncontrollable rapture, as I feasted my eyes upon her exquisite form and lovely countenance.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading "In fact, he cannot accept his greatest opportunities unless perfectly sound and healthful.
feastedverbUS /ˈfiːstɪd/
past form of “feast” — partake in a feast or banquet
From this reading "Excepting a perfect woman as depicted by yourself," thought I, with uncontrollable rapture, as I feasted my eyes upon her exquisite form and lovely countenance.
plural of “feature” — a prominent attribute or aspect of something
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading "Excepting a perfect woman as depicted by yourself," thought I, with uncontrollable rapture, as I feasted my eyes upon her exquisite form and lovely countenance.
enclose in or as if in a frame
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
highest in quality
From this reading "In fact, he cannot accept his greatest opportunities unless perfectly sound and healthful.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "In equal proportion to man's moral and mental strength, so should he be well-balanced physically," proceeded Arletta.
healthfuladjectiveUS /ˈhelθfəl/
conducive to good health of body or mind
From this reading "In fact, he cannot accept his greatest opportunities unless perfectly sound and healthful.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading "Excepting a perfect woman as depicted by yourself," thought I, with uncontrollable rapture, as I feasted my eyes upon her exquisite form and lovely countenance.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading "In fact, he cannot accept his greatest opportunities unless perfectly sound and healthful.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "Excepting a perfect woman as depicted by yourself," thought I, with uncontrollable rapture, as I feasted my eyes upon her exquisite form and lovely countenance.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
impetusnounUS /ˈɪmpətəs/
a force that moves something along
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading "In equal proportion to man's moral and mental strength, so should he be well-balanced physically," proceeded Arletta.
intellectnounUS /ˈɪntəlekt/
knowledge and intellectual ability
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
appealing to the emotions as well as the eye
From this reading "Excepting a perfect woman as depicted by yourself," thought I, with uncontrollable rapture, as I feasted my eyes upon her exquisite form and lovely countenance.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
man'snounUS /mænz/
possessive form of “man” — an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading "In equal proportion to man's moral and mental strength, so should he be well-balanced physically," proceeded Arletta.
manifestverbUS /ˈmænəfest/
provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
involving the mind or an intellectual process
From this reading "In equal proportion to man's moral and mental strength, so should he be well-balanced physically," proceeded Arletta.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
moraladjectiveUS /ˈmɔːrəl/
concerned with principles of right and wrong or conforming to standards of behavior and character based on those principles
From this reading "In equal proportion to man's moral and mental strength, so should he be well-balanced physically," proceeded Arletta.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading "Excepting a perfect woman as depicted by yourself," thought I, with uncontrollable rapture, as I feasted my eyes upon her exquisite form and lovely countenance.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
opportunitiesnounUS /ˌɑːpərˈtuːnətiz/
plural of “opportunity” — a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading "In fact, he cannot accept his greatest opportunities unless perfectly sound and healthful.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
the rate of moving (especially walking or running)
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
being complete of its kind and without defect or blemish
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers
From this reading "In fact, he cannot accept his greatest opportunities unless perfectly sound and healthful.
involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
physicallyadverbUS /ˈfɪzɪkəli/
in accord with physical laws
From this reading "In equal proportion to man's moral and mental strength, so should he be well-balanced physically," proceeded Arletta.
portraitsnounUS /ˈpɔːrtrəts/
plural of “portrait” — a word picture of a person's appearance and character
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
possession of controlling influence
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
past form of “proceed” — continue talking
From this reading "In equal proportion to man's moral and mental strength, so should he be well-balanced physically," proceeded Arletta.
proportionnounUS /prəˈpɔːrʃən/
the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole
From this reading "In equal proportion to man's moral and mental strength, so should he be well-balanced physically," proceeded Arletta.
rapturenounUS /ˈræptʃər/
a state of being carried away by overwhelming emotion
From this reading "Excepting a perfect woman as depicted by yourself," thought I, with uncontrollable rapture, as I feasted my eyes upon her exquisite form and lovely countenance.
Sagemen
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From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
securesverbUS /sɪˈkjʊrz/
third-person singular of “secure” — get by special effort
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading "In equal proportion to man's moral and mental strength, so should he be well-balanced physically," proceeded Arletta.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading "In equal proportion to man's moral and mental strength, so should he be well-balanced physically," proceeded Arletta.
the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause
From this reading "In fact, he cannot accept his greatest opportunities unless perfectly sound and healthful.
the property of being physically or mentally strong
From this reading "In equal proportion to man's moral and mental strength, so should he be well-balanced physically," proceeded Arletta.
having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
for that reason; as a result
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading "Excepting a perfect woman as depicted by yourself," thought I, with uncontrollable rapture, as I feasted my eyes upon her exquisite form and lovely countenance.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading "In equal proportion to man's moral and mental strength, so should he be well-balanced physically," proceeded Arletta.
uncontrollableadjectiveUS /ˌʌnkənˈtroʊləbəl/
difficult to solve or alleviate
From this reading "Excepting a perfect woman as depicted by yourself," thought I, with uncontrollable rapture, as I feasted my eyes upon her exquisite form and lovely countenance.
except if; if not
From this reading "In fact, he cannot accept his greatest opportunities unless perfectly sound and healthful.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading "Excepting a perfect woman as depicted by yourself," thought I, with uncontrollable rapture, as I feasted my eyes upon her exquisite form and lovely countenance.
(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 The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
well-balancedadjective
in an optimal state of balance or equilibrium
From this reading "In equal proportion to man's moral and mental strength, so should he be well-balanced physically," proceeded Arletta.
belonging to which person
From this reading There is nothing more delightful to behold or conceive than a perfect physical man, whose features manifest strong moral and mental attributes, as exemplified by the portraits of the Sagemen."
in the company of; together with
From this reading The mind derives its power of conception from the body, as well as the body secures its impetus from mind, therefore, the development of the frame should at least keep pace with that of the intellect, if not exceeding it.
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading "Excepting a perfect woman as depicted by yourself," thought I, with uncontrollable rapture, as I feasted my eyes upon her exquisite form and lovely countenance.
used when the person spoken to is also the object of the action
From this reading "Excepting a perfect woman as depicted by yourself," thought I, with uncontrollable rapture, as I feasted my eyes upon her exquisite form and lovely countenance.
