used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
accidentaladjectiveUS /ˌæksəˈdentəl/
happening by chance or unexpectedly or unintentionally
From this reading These accidental circumstances gave added force to what was the natural outcome of her disposition.
past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of
From this reading These accidental circumstances gave added force to what was the natural outcome of her disposition.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
appeasingadjectiveUS /əˈpiːzɪŋ/
intended to pacify by acceding to demands or granting concessions
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
atonementnounUS /əˈtoʊnmənt/
compensation for a wrong
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
baulked
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Thus deduced, the duty became a feverish desire, and her only fear was that she might be baulked of its realisation.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Thus deduced, the duty became a feverish desire, and her only fear was that she might be baulked of its realisation.
inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading Thus deduced, the duty became a feverish desire, and her only fear was that she might be baulked of its realisation.
put or pin the blame on
From this reading A further current of feeling, sweeping her in the same direction, lay in the blame which she eagerly fastened on herself.
bodilyadverbUS /ˈbɑːdəli/
in bodily form
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
an occurrence of something
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
From this reading These accidental circumstances gave added force to what was the natural outcome of her disposition.
a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
a state at a particular time
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
inflected form of “cry” — utter a sudden loud cry
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
a flow of electricity through a conductor
From this reading A further current of feeling, sweeping her in the same direction, lay in the blame which she eagerly fastened on herself.
deducedverbUS /dɪˈduːst/
past form of “deduce” — reason by deduction; establish by deduction
From this reading Thus deduced, the duty became a feverish desire, and her only fear was that she might be baulked of its realisation.
the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state
From this reading Thus deduced, the duty became a feverish desire, and her only fear was that she might be baulked of its realisation.
a line leading to a place or point
From this reading A further current of feeling, sweeping her in the same direction, lay in the blame which she eagerly fastened on herself.
dispositionnounUS /ˌdɪspəˈzɪʃən/
your usual mood
From this reading These accidental circumstances gave added force to what was the natural outcome of her disposition.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
an illustration that is drawn by hand and published in a book, magazine, or newspaper
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
eageradjectiveUS /ˈiːɡər/
having or showing keen interest or intense desire or impatient expectancy
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
with eagerness; in an eager manner
From this reading A further current of feeling, sweeping her in the same direction, lay in the blame which she eagerly fastened on herself.
embracingnounUS /emˈbreɪsɪŋ/
the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
firmly closed or secured
From this reading A further current of feeling, sweeping her in the same direction, lay in the blame which she eagerly fastened on herself.
be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading Thus deduced, the duty became a feverish desire, and her only fear was that she might be baulked of its realisation.
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading A further current of feeling, sweeping her in the same direction, lay in the blame which she eagerly fastened on herself.
feverishadjectiveUS /ˈfiːvərɪʃ/
marked by intense agitation or emotion
From this reading Thus deduced, the duty became a feverish desire, and her only fear was that she might be baulked of its realisation.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
a powerful effect or influence
From this reading These accidental circumstances gave added force to what was the natural outcome of her disposition.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)
From this reading A further current of feeling, sweeping her in the same direction, lay in the blame which she eagerly fastened on herself.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading These accidental circumstances gave added force to what was the natural outcome of her disposition.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
heedlessnessnoun
a lack of attentiveness (as to children or helpless people)
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading A further current of feeling, sweeping her in the same direction, lay in the blame which she eagerly fastened on herself.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading Thus deduced, the duty became a feverish desire, and her only fear was that she might be baulked of its realisation.
lacerationnounUS /ˌlæsərˈeɪʃən/
a torn ragged wound
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading A further current of feeling, sweeping her in the same direction, lay in the blame which she eagerly fastened on herself.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
engage in
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Thus deduced, the duty became a feverish desire, and her only fear was that she might be baulked of its realisation.
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading These accidental circumstances gave added force to what was the natural outcome of her disposition.
an uneasy psychological state
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
not any; not one
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading A further current of feeling, sweeping her in the same direction, lay in the blame which she eagerly fastened on herself.
and nothing more
From this reading Thus deduced, the duty became a feverish desire, and her only fear was that she might be baulked of its realisation.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
outcomenounUS /ˈaʊtkʌm/
something that results
From this reading These accidental circumstances gave added force to what was the natural outcome of her disposition.
the state prevailing during the absence of war
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
without much difficulty
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
realisationnounUS /ˈriːləˈzeɪʃən/
a musical composition that has been completed or enriched by someone other than the composer
From this reading Thus deduced, the duty became a feverish desire, and her only fear was that she might be baulked of its realisation.
the act of losing or surrendering something as a penalty for a mistake or fault or failure to perform etc.
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
Identical; not different.
From this reading A further current of feeling, sweeping her in the same direction, lay in the blame which she eagerly fastened on herself.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
Sibylla
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
sweepingadjectiveUS /ˈswiːpɪŋ/
taking in or moving over (or as if over) a wide area; often used in combination
From this reading A further current of feeling, sweeping her in the same direction, lay in the blame which she eagerly fastened on herself.
a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading These accidental circumstances gave added force to what was the natural outcome of her disposition.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading Thus deduced, the duty became a feverish desire, and her only fear was that she might be baulked of its realisation.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
unhesitatingadjective
characterized by quickness and firmness
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading These accidental circumstances gave added force to what was the natural outcome of her disposition.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
wilfulnessnoun
the trait of being prone to disobedience and lack of discipline
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
in the company of; together with
From this reading NOT PEACE BUT A SWORD No doubt the bodily shock, the laceration of her nerves, and the condition she was in had something to do with the way Sibylla looked at the matter and with the attitude which she took up.
the least favorable outcome
From this reading Her wilfulness and heedlessness cried out to her for an atonement; she was eager to make an appeasing sacrifice and caught at the opportunity, embracing readily the worst view of the case, drawing from that view an unhesitating conclusion as to what her duty was.
