abilitynounUS /əˈbɪlətiː/
the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment
From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
aboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading If the insane or the defective above an idiot is questioned specifically whether certain distinct things are right or wrong, he can generally give the conventional classification.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading If the insane or the defective above an idiot is questioned specifically whether certain distinct things are right or wrong, he can generally give the conventional classification.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Even the legal tests as to insanity and feeble-mindedness are neither logical nor humane.
arbitrarilyadverbUS /ˈɑːrbɪtrerəli/
in a random manner
From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Even the legal tests as to insanity and feeble-mindedness are neither logical nor humane.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Even the legal tests as to insanity and feeble-mindedness are neither logical nor humane.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading If the insane or the defective above an idiot is questioned specifically whether certain distinct things are right or wrong, he can generally give the conventional classification.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading If the insane or the defective above an idiot is questioned specifically whether certain distinct things are right or wrong, he can generally give the conventional classification.
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
classificationnounUS /ˌklæsəfəˈkeɪʃən/
the act of distributing things into classes or categories of the same type
From this reading If the insane or the defective above an idiot is questioned specifically whether certain distinct things are right or wrong, he can generally give the conventional classification.
the prevailing context that influences the performance or the outcome of a process
From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
conventionaladjectiveUS /kənˈvenʃənəl/
following accepted customs and proprieties
From this reading If the insane or the defective above an idiot is questioned specifically whether certain distinct things are right or wrong, he can generally give the conventional classification.
courtsnounUS /kɔːrts/
plural of “court” — an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
defectiveadjectiveUS /dɪˈfektɪv/
having a defect
From this reading If the insane or the defective above an idiot is questioned specifically whether certain distinct things are right or wrong, he can generally give the conventional classification.
definitionnounUS /ˌdefəˈnɪʃən/
a concise explanation of the meaning of a word or phrase or symbol
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
determineverbUS /dəˈtɜːrmən/
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study
From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
distinctadjectiveUS /dɪˈstɪŋkt/
(often followed by “from”) not alike; different in nature or quality
From this reading If the insane or the defective above an idiot is questioned specifically whether certain distinct things are right or wrong, he can generally give the conventional classification.
distinguishverbUS /dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃ/
mark as different
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
divisible by two
From this reading Even the legal tests as to insanity and feeble-mindedness are neither logical nor humane.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
feeble-mindedness
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From this reading Even the legal tests as to insanity and feeble-mindedness are neither logical nor humane.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
usually; as a rule
From this reading If the insane or the defective above an idiot is questioned specifically whether certain distinct things are right or wrong, he can generally give the conventional classification.
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading If the insane or the defective above an idiot is questioned specifically whether certain distinct things are right or wrong, he can generally give the conventional classification.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
how
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From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
humaneadjectiveUS /hjuːˈmeɪn/
pertaining to or concerned with the humanities
From this reading Even the legal tests as to insanity and feeble-mindedness are neither logical nor humane.
idiotnounUS /ˈɪdiːət/
a person of subnormal intelligence
From this reading If the insane or the defective above an idiot is questioned specifically whether certain distinct things are right or wrong, he can generally give the conventional classification.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
inquireverbUS /ˌɪnˈkwaɪr/
address a question to and expect an answer from
From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
insaneadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈseɪn/
afflicted with or characteristic of mental derangement
From this reading If the insane or the defective above an idiot is questioned specifically whether certain distinct things are right or wrong, he can generally give the conventional classification.
insanitynounUS /ˌɪnˈsænəti/
relatively permanent disorder of the mind
From this reading Even the legal tests as to insanity and feeble-mindedness are neither logical nor humane.
intelligentadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈtelədʒənt/
having the capacity for thought and reason especially to a high degree
From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
the collection of rules imposed by authority
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
legaladjectiveUS /ˈliːɡəl/
established by or founded upon law or official or accepted rules
From this reading Even the legal tests as to insanity and feeble-mindedness are neither logical nor humane.
logicaladjectiveUS /ˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/
capable of or reflecting the capability for correct and valid reasoning
From this reading Even the legal tests as to insanity and feeble-mindedness are neither logical nor humane.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
the message that is intended or expressed or signified
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
not one and not the other of two
From this reading Even the legal tests as to insanity and feeble-mindedness are neither logical nor humane.
and not; used after a negative to add a second negative
From this reading Even the legal tests as to insanity and feeble-mindedness are neither logical nor humane.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
many times at short intervals
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading If the insane or the defective above an idiot is questioned specifically whether certain distinct things are right or wrong, he can generally give the conventional classification.
originalitynounUS /ərˌɪdʒəˈnælɪti/
the ability to think and act independently
From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
questionedverbUS /ˈkwestʃənd/
past form of “question” — challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading If the insane or the defective above an idiot is questioned specifically whether certain distinct things are right or wrong, he can generally give the conventional classification.
precisely, exactly
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
saneadjectiveUS /seɪn/
mentally healthy; free from mental disorder
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
specificallyadverbUS /spəˈsɪfɪkli/
in distinction from others
From this reading If the insane or the defective above an idiot is questioned specifically whether certain distinct things are right or wrong, he can generally give the conventional classification.
inflected form of “teach” — impart skills or knowledge to
From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
express in words
From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
testsnounUS /tests/
plural of “test” — trying something to find out about it
From this reading Even the legal tests as to insanity and feeble-mindedness are neither logical nor humane.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Often he can tell much better than the intelligent man, for he has been arbitrarily taught the things that are right and wrong and has not the originality or ability to inquire whether the classification is right or how far circumstances and conditions determine right and wrong.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Even the legal tests as to insanity and feeble-mindedness are neither logical nor humane.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading If the insane or the defective above an idiot is questioned specifically whether certain distinct things are right or wrong, he can generally give the conventional classification.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading This definition of insanity is utterly unscientific.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Even the legal tests as to insanity and feeble-mindedness are neither logical nor humane.
unscientificadjectiveUS /ənˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk/
not consistent with the methods or principles of science
From this reading This definition of insanity is utterly unscientific.
completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers
From this reading This definition of insanity is utterly unscientific.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading If the insane or the defective above an idiot is questioned specifically whether certain distinct things are right or wrong, he can generally give the conventional classification.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth
From this reading Often the definition is given by courts that if one is able to distinguish between right and wrong, he is sane within the meaning of the law.
