used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading That pleasantry which is founded upon the knowledge of mankind has something sad at bottom.
the lower side of anything
From this reading That pleasantry which is founded upon the knowledge of mankind has something sad at bottom.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
direct the course of; manage or control
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
convertingverbUS /kənˈvɜːrtɪŋ/
-ing form of “convert” — change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
to a great depth psychologically or emotionally
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
discoveriesnounUS /dɪˈskʌvəriz/
plural of “discovery” — the act of discovering something
From this reading Perhaps even they have no wish to generalise their discoveries, and publish their perceptions.
having made preparations
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
with ease (“easy” is sometimes used informally for “easily”)
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
employverbUS /emˈplɔɪ/
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
divisible by two
From this reading Perhaps even they have no wish to generalise their discoveries, and publish their perceptions.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
foundedverbUS /ˈfaʊndɪd/
past form of “found” — set up or found
From this reading That pleasantry which is founded upon the knowledge of mankind has something sad at bottom.
gaietynoun
a gay feeling
From this reading It is only the gaiety of the imagination which is truly inoffensive.
generaliseverb
speak or write in generalities
From this reading Perhaps even they have no wish to generalise their discoveries, and publish their perceptions.
someone employed to conduct others
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading That pleasantry which is founded upon the knowledge of mankind has something sad at bottom.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
the locus of feelings and intuitions
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
humanadjectiveUS /ˈhjuːmən/
characteristic of humanity
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses
From this reading It is only the gaiety of the imagination which is truly inoffensive.
inexhaustibleadjectiveUS /ˌɪnɪɡˈzɔːstəbəl/
that cannot be entirely consumed or used up
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
inoffensiveadjectiveUS /ˌɪnəˈfensɪv/
not causing anger or annoyance
From this reading It is only the gaiety of the imagination which is truly inoffensive.
intoxicationnounUS /ˌɪntɑːksəˈkeɪʃən/
the physiological state produced by a poison or other toxic substance
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
ironynounUS /ˈaɪrəni/
witty language used to convey insults or scorn
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is only the gaiety of the imagination which is truly inoffensive.
ItaliansnounUS /ˌɪˈtæljənz/
plural of “italian” — a native or inhabitant of Italy
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
the emotion of great happiness
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
From this reading That pleasantry which is founded upon the knowledge of mankind has something sad at bottom.
of or relating to or characteristic of literature
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
creative writing of recognized artistic value
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
all of the living human inhabitants of the earth
From this reading That pleasantry which is founded upon the knowledge of mankind has something sad at bottom.
the force of workers available
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
nationsnounUS /ˈneɪʃənz/
plural of “nation” — a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
not any; not one
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
not one, and not any
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
the act of making and recording a measurement
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
and nothing more
From this reading It is only the gaiety of the imagination which is truly inoffensive.
perceptionsnounUS /pərˈsepʃənz/
plural of “perception” — the representation of what is perceived; basic component in the formation of a concept
From this reading Perhaps even they have no wish to generalise their discoveries, and publish their perceptions.
by chance
From this reading Perhaps even they have no wish to generalise their discoveries, and publish their perceptions.
philosophicadjectiveUS /ˌfɪləˈsɑːfɪk/
of or relating to philosophy or philosophers
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
pleasantrynounUS /ˈplezəntri/
an agreeable or amusing remark
From this reading That pleasantry which is founded upon the knowledge of mankind has something sad at bottom.
literature in metrical form
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
publishverbUS /ˈpʌblɪʃ/
put into print
From this reading Perhaps even they have no wish to generalise their discoveries, and publish their perceptions.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
experiencing or showing sorrow or unhappiness
From this reading That pleasantry which is founded upon the knowledge of mankind has something sad at bottom.
Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading That pleasantry which is founded upon the knowledge of mankind has something sad at bottom.
the place where something begins, where it springs into being
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
subtlyadverbUS /ˈsʌtəli/
in a subtle manner
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
surrendernounUS /sərˈendər/
acceptance of despair
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
talentnounUS /ˈtælənt/
natural abilities or qualities
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading That pleasantry which is founded upon the knowledge of mankind has something sad at bottom.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
used when the people doing the action are also its object
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The observation of the human heart is an inexhaustible source of literature; but nations more disposed to poetry than to reflection, more easily surrender themselves to the intoxication of joy than to philosophic irony.
in accordance with truth or fact or reality
From this reading It is only the gaiety of the imagination which is truly inoffensive.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading That pleasantry which is founded upon the knowledge of mankind has something sad at bottom.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading That pleasantry which is founded upon the knowledge of mankind has something sad at bottom.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
hope for; have a wish
From this reading Perhaps even they have no wish to generalise their discoveries, and publish their perceptions.
in the company of; together with
From this reading It is not that the Italians do not study deeply the men whom they have to do with; for none discover more subtly their secret thoughts; but they employ this talent as a guide of conduct, and have no idea of converting it to any literary purpose.
