used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He returned to Crato with his golden prize, believing himself a conqueror when he was in reality a slave.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
Antonio
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From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
argumentsnounUS /ˈɑːrɡjəmənts/
plural of “argument” — a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
attachmentnounUS /əˈtætʃmənt/
a feeling of affection for a person or an institution
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
believingnounUS /bɪˈliːvɪŋ/
the cognitive process that leads to convictions
From this reading He returned to Crato with his golden prize, believing himself a conqueror when he was in reality a slave.
dearly loved
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
bewareverbUS /bɪˈwer/
be on one's guard; be cautious or wary about; be alert to
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
the time when something begins (especially life)
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
made or become different in nature or form
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
comparativelyadverbUS /kəmˈperətɪvli/
in a relative manner; by comparison to something else
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
complexionnounUS /kəmˈplekʃən/
the coloring of a person's face
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
conquerornounUS /ˈkɑːŋkərər/
someone who is victorious by force of arms
From this reading He returned to Crato with his golden prize, believing himself a conqueror when he was in reality a slave.
the child of your aunt or uncle
From this reading During their rapid journey to Lisbon, he disclosed the romantic secret to his cousin.
Crato
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From this reading He returned to Crato with his golden prize, believing himself a conqueror when he was in reality a slave.
disclosedadjectiveUS /dɪˈskloʊzd/
made known (especially something secret or concealed)
From this reading During their rapid journey to Lisbon, he disclosed the romantic secret to his cousin.
discreetadjectiveUS /dɪˈskriːt/
marked by prudence or modesty and wise self-restraint
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
a Spanish gentleman or nobleman
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
DonnanounUS /ˈdɑːnə/
an Italian woman of rank
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading During their rapid journey to Lisbon, he disclosed the romantic secret to his cousin.
enchantmentnounUS /enˈtʃæntmənt/
a feeling of great liking for something wonderful and unusual
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
(of materials or goods) brought to the desired final state
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
floridadjectiveUS /ˈflɔːrəd/
elaborately or excessively ornamented
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
forbore
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From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
many times at short intervals
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
having the deep slightly brownish color of gold
From this reading He returned to Crato with his golden prize, believing himself a conqueror when he was in reality a slave.
Gonsalva's
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From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He returned to Crato with his golden prize, believing himself a conqueror when he was in reality a slave.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading He returned to Crato with his golden prize, believing himself a conqueror when he was in reality a slave.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading He returned to Crato with his golden prize, believing himself a conqueror when he was in reality a slave.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
ill-timedadjective
badly timed
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
imprudentadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpruːdənt/
not prudent or wise
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading He returned to Crato with his golden prize, believing himself a conqueror when he was in reality a slave.
indulgencenounUS /ˌɪnˈdʌldʒəns/
an inability to resist the gratification of whims and desires
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
inferioradjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈfɪriər/
of or characteristic of low rank or importance
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
inflamedadjectiveUS /ɪnˈfleɪmd/
resulting from inflammation; hot and swollen and reddened
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
insurmountableadjectiveUS /ˌɪnsərˈmaʊntəbəl/
not capable of being surmounted or overcome
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading During their rapid journey to Lisbon, he disclosed the romantic secret to his cousin.
a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
LisbonnounUS /ˈlɪzbən/
capital and largest city and economic and cultural center of Portugal; a major port in western Portugal on Tagus River where it broadens and empties into the Atlantic
From this reading During their rapid journey to Lisbon, he disclosed the romantic secret to his cousin.
plural of “look” — the feelings expressed on a person's face
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
held dear
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
noveltynounUS /ˈnɑːvəlti/
originality by virtue of being refreshingly novel
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
objectionnounUS /əbˈdʒekʃən/
the act of expressing earnest opposition or protest
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
detected by instinct or inference rather than by recognized perceptual cues
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
exert pressure or force to or upon
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
prior's
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From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery
From this reading He returned to Crato with his golden prize, believing himself a conqueror when he was in reality a slave.
proportionnounUS /prəˈpɔːrʃən/
the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
raillerynoun
light teasing repartee
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
rapidadjectiveUS /ˈræpəd/
done or occurring in a brief period of time
From this reading During their rapid journey to Lisbon, he disclosed the romantic secret to his cousin.
all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you
From this reading He returned to Crato with his golden prize, believing himself a conqueror when he was in reality a slave.
rebukeverbUS /riˈbjuːk/
censure severely or angrily
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading He returned to Crato with his golden prize, believing himself a conqueror when he was in reality a slave.
romanticadjectiveUS /roʊˈmæntɪk/
belonging to or characteristic of Romanticism or the Romantic Movement in the arts
From this reading During their rapid journey to Lisbon, he disclosed the romantic secret to his cousin.
a reason for wanting something done
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
Sebastian's
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From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.
From this reading During their rapid journey to Lisbon, he disclosed the romantic secret to his cousin.
shockedadjectiveUS /ʃɑːkt/
struck with fear, dread, or consternation
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
a person who is owned by someone
From this reading He returned to Crato with his golden prize, believing himself a conqueror when he was in reality a slave.
the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
sovereignadjectiveUS /ˈsɑːv.rən/
Possessing supreme or ultimate power; autonomous and commanding.
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
support consisting of a radial member of a wheel joining the hub to the rim
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
happening unexpectedly
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
surprized
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From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
for that reason; as a result
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading He returned to Crato with his golden prize, believing himself a conqueror when he was in reality a slave.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
trepidationnounUS /ˌtrepɪˈdeɪʃən/
a feeling of alarm or dread
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
unpalatableadjectiveUS /ənˈpælətəbəl/
not pleasant or acceptable to the taste or mind
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
not usual or common or ordinary
From this reading Though Don Antonio was evidently too discreet for the indulgence of ill-timed raillery or unpalatable rebuke, the King perceived that his imprudent attachment surprized and shocked him: the prior’s florid complexion changed frequently, and he spoke with a trepidation unusual to him.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
vivacitynoun
characterized by high spirits and animation
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
past form of “warn” — notify of danger, potential harm, or risk
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He returned to Crato with his golden prize, believing himself a conqueror when he was in reality a slave.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
at the time that
From this reading He returned to Crato with his golden prize, believing himself a conqueror when he was in reality a slave.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading The vivacity of Sebastian’s feelings were in proportion to their novelty: he loved for the first time, therefore he loved with his whole soul; and the idea of being beloved in return, _for his own sake_, finished the enchantment.
belonging to which person
From this reading Donna Gonsalva’s comparatively inferior birth, was in his opinion an insurmountable objection; but he forbore to press other arguments upon his sovereign, whose suddenly inflamed looks warned him to beware.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He returned to Crato with his golden prize, believing himself a conqueror when he was in reality a slave.
