adeterminerUS /ə/
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
aimsnounUS /eɪmz/
plural of “aim” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading The author begins with an analysis of the aims, the principles, and the "pseudo-science" of modern Democracy.
andeterminerUS /æn/
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The author begins with an analysis of the aims, the principles, and the "pseudo-science" of modern Democracy.
analysisnounUS /əˈnæləsəs/
an investigation of the component parts of a whole and their relations in making up the whole
From this reading The author begins with an analysis of the aims, the principles, and the "pseudo-science" of modern Democracy.
andconjunctionUS /ənd/
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The author begins with an analysis of the aims, the principles, and the "pseudo-science" of modern Democracy.
argumentnounUS /ˈɑːrɡjəmənt/
a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
authornounUS /ˈɔːθər/
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading The author begins with an analysis of the aims, the principles, and the "pseudo-science" of modern Democracy.
beauxiliary verbUS /biː/
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
BeforeprepositionUS /bɪˈfɔːr/
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Before criticising Mr. Mallock's little essay, let us summarize its contents.
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 The author begins with an analysis of the aims, the principles, and the "pseudo-science" of modern Democracy.
butconjunctionUS /bʌt/
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
byprepositionUS /baɪ/
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
changeverbUS /tʃeɪndʒ/
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
characternounUS /ˈkerɪktər/
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
civilizationnounUS /ˌsɪvəlɪˈzeɪʃən/
a society in an advanced state of social development (e.g., with complex legal and political and religious organizations)
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
contentsnounUS /ˈkɑːntents/
(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something
From this reading Before criticising Mr. Mallock's little essay, let us summarize its contents.
continuancenounUS /kənˈtɪnjuːəns/
the act of continuing an activity without interruption
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
couldmodal verbUS /kʊd/
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
criticising
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From this reading Before criticising Mr. Mallock's little essay, let us summarize its contents.
DemocracynounUS /dɪˈmɑːkrəsi/
the political orientation of those who favor government by the people or by their elected representatives
From this reading The author begins with an analysis of the aims, the principles, and the "pseudo-science" of modern Democracy.
DemocratsnounUS /ˈdeməkræts/
plural of “democrat” — a member of the Democratic Party
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
dependentadjectiveUS /dɪˈpendənt/
relying on or requiring a person or thing for support, supply, or what is needed
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
destructiveadjectiveUS /dɪˈstrʌktɪv/
causing destruction or much damage
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
disturbverbUS /dɪˈstɜːrb/
move deeply
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
effectingverbUS /ɪˈfektɪŋ/
-ing form of “effect” — produce
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
essaynounUS /eˈseɪ/
an analytic or interpretive literary composition
From this reading Before criticising Mr. Mallock's little essay, let us summarize its contents.
establishedadjectiveUS /ɪˈstæblɪʃt/
brought about or set up or accepted; especially long established
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
evilnounUS /ˈiːvəl/
morally objectionable behavior
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
Havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
hepronounUS /hiː/
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
himselfpronounUS /hɪmˈself/
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
humanadjectiveUS /ˈhjuːmən/
characteristic of humanity
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
inprepositionUS /ɪn/
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
inequalitynounUS /ˌɪnɪˈkwɑːləti/
lack of equality
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
institutionsnounUS /ˌɪnstɪˈtuːʃənz/
plural of “institution” — an organization founded and united for a specific purpose
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
isauxiliary verbUS /ɪz/
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
itpronounUS /ɪt/
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
itsdeterminerUS /ɪts/
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading Before criticising Mr. Mallock's little essay, let us summarize its contents.
letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading Before criticising Mr. Mallock's little essay, let us summarize its contents.
littleadjectiveUS /ˈlɪtəl/
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Before criticising Mr. Mallock's little essay, let us summarize its contents.
logicaladjectiveUS /ˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/
capable of or reflecting the capability for correct and valid reasoning
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
MALLOCK'S
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading MALLOCK'S MISSING SCIENCE.
MISSINGadjectiveUS /ˈmɪsɪŋ/
not able to be found
From this reading MALLOCK'S MISSING SCIENCE.
modernadjectiveUS /ˈmɑːdərn/
belonging to the modern era; since the Middle Ages
From this reading The author begins with an analysis of the aims, the principles, and the "pseudo-science" of modern Democracy.
MRnounUS /ˈmɪstər/
a form of address for a man
From this reading MR.
naturaladjectiveUS /ˈnætʃərəl/
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
notadverbUS /nɑːt/
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
ofprepositionUS /ʌv/
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The author begins with an analysis of the aims, the principles, and the "pseudo-science" of modern Democracy.
onlyadverbUS /ˈoʊnli/
and nothing more
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
overturnedadjectiveUS /ˈoʊvərtɜːrnd/
having been turned so that the bottom is no longer the bottom
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
presentverbUS /ˈprezənt/
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
principlesnounUS /ˈprɪnsəpəlz/
plural of “principle” — a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct
From this reading The author begins with an analysis of the aims, the principles, and the "pseudo-science" of modern Democracy.
pseudo-science
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The author begins with an analysis of the aims, the principles, and the "pseudo-science" of modern Democracy.
radicalnounUS /ˈrædəkəl/
(chemistry) two or more atoms bound together as a single unit and forming part of a molecule
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
SCIENCEnounUS /ˈsaɪəns/
a particular branch of scientific knowledge
From this reading MALLOCK'S MISSING SCIENCE.
setsnounUS /sets/
plural of “set” — a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
showverbUS /ʃoʊ/
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
socialadjectiveUS /ˈsoʊʃəl/
relating to human society and its members
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
statenounUS /steɪt/
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
summarizeverbUS /ˈsʌməraɪz/
give a summary
From this reading Before criticising Mr. Mallock's little essay, let us summarize its contents.
thatconjunctionUS /ðæt/
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
ThedeterminerUS /ðə/
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The author begins with an analysis of the aims, the principles, and the "pseudo-science" of modern Democracy.
thesedeterminerUS /ðiːz/
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
thingsnounUS /θɪŋz/
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
toparticleUS /tuː/
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
uspronounUS /ʌs/
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Before criticising Mr. Mallock's little essay, let us summarize its contents.
whichpronounUS /wɪtʃ/
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
wholesomeadjectiveUS /ˈhoʊlsəm/
conducive to or characteristic of physical or moral well-being
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
wishverbUS /wɪʃ/
hope for; have a wish
From this reading Having established the evil and destructive character of these things, he sets himself to show by logical argument that the present state of social inequality, which Democrats wish to disturb, is a natural and wholesome state; that the continuance of civilization is dependent upon it; and that it could only be overturned by effecting a radical change--not in human institutions, but in human character.
withprepositionUS /wɪð/
in the company of; together with
From this reading The author begins with an analysis of the aims, the principles, and the "pseudo-science" of modern Democracy.
