used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A SEARCH FOR KNOWLEDGE.--THE ALCHEMISTIC LETTER.
absorbedadjectiveUS /əbˈzɔːrbd/
giving or marked by complete attention to
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
ALCHEMISTICadjective
of or relating to alchemists
From this reading A SEARCH FOR KNOWLEDGE.--THE ALCHEMISTIC LETTER.
alchemynounUS /ˈælkəmi/
the way two individuals relate to each other
From this reading Astronomy, history, philosophy and the mysterious, incoherent works of alchemy and occultism were finally appealed to, but likewise failed to satisfy me.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading These studies were pursued in secret, though I am not aware that any necessity existed for concealment.
appealedverbUS /əˈpiːld/
past form of “appeal” — take a court case to a higher court for review
From this reading Astronomy, history, philosophy and the mysterious, incoherent works of alchemy and occultism were finally appealed to, but likewise failed to satisfy me.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
AstronomynounUS /əˈstrɑːnəmi/
the branch of physics that studies celestial bodies and the universe as a whole
From this reading Astronomy, history, philosophy and the mysterious, incoherent works of alchemy and occultism were finally appealed to, but likewise failed to satisfy me.
(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception
From this reading These studies were pursued in secret, though I am not aware that any necessity existed for concealment.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
Bound written or printed works.
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
chemistrynounUS /ˈkeməstri/
the science of matter; the branch of the natural sciences dealing with the composition of substances and their properties and reactions
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
concealmentnounUS /kənˈsiːlmənt/
the condition of being concealed or hidden
From this reading These studies were pursued in secret, though I am not aware that any necessity existed for concealment.
-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
a flow of electricity through a conductor
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
derivedadjectiveUS /dərˈaɪvd/
formed or developed from something else; not original
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
dissatisfiedadjectiveUS /dɪˈsætəsfaɪd/
in a state of sulky dissatisfaction
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
existedverbUS /ɪɡˈzɪstəd/
past form of “exist” — have an existence, be extant
From this reading These studies were pursued in secret, though I am not aware that any necessity existed for concealment.
existsverbUS /ɪɡˈzɪsts/
third-person singular of “exist” — have an existence, be extant
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
past form of “fail” — fail to do something; leave something undone
From this reading Astronomy, history, philosophy and the mysterious, incoherent works of alchemy and occultism were finally appealed to, but likewise failed to satisfy me.
after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay
From this reading Astronomy, history, philosophy and the mysterious, incoherent works of alchemy and occultism were finally appealed to, but likewise failed to satisfy me.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading A SEARCH FOR KNOWLEDGE.--THE ALCHEMISTIC LETTER.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
yet to be or coming
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
the aggregate of past events
From this reading Astronomy, history, philosophy and the mysterious, incoherent works of alchemy and occultism were finally appealed to, but likewise failed to satisfy me.
-ing form of “hope” — expect and wish
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
incoherentadjectiveUS /ˌɪnkoʊˈhɪrənt/
without logical or meaningful connection
From this reading Astronomy, history, philosophy and the mysterious, incoherent works of alchemy and occultism were finally appealed to, but likewise failed to satisfy me.
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
From this reading A SEARCH FOR KNOWLEDGE.--THE ALCHEMISTIC LETTER.
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading A SEARCH FOR KNOWLEDGE.--THE ALCHEMISTIC LETTER.
in like or similar manner
From this reading Astronomy, history, philosophy and the mysterious, incoherent works of alchemy and occultism were finally appealed to, but likewise failed to satisfy me.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Astronomy, history, philosophy and the mysterious, incoherent works of alchemy and occultism were finally appealed to, but likewise failed to satisfy me.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
of an obscure nature
From this reading Astronomy, history, philosophy and the mysterious, incoherent works of alchemy and occultism were finally appealed to, but likewise failed to satisfy me.
the condition of being essential or indispensable
From this reading These studies were pursued in secret, though I am not aware that any necessity existed for concealment.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading These studies were pursued in secret, though I am not aware that any necessity existed for concealment.
occultismnoun
the study of the supernatural
From this reading Astronomy, history, philosophy and the mysterious, incoherent works of alchemy and occultism were finally appealed to, but likewise failed to satisfy me.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
a judge of a probate court
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
philosophynounUS /fɪˈlɑː.sə.fi/
The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence. (Triết học, đạo lý nhân sinh.)
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
a person who is being chased
From this reading These studies were pursued in secret, though I am not aware that any necessity existed for concealment.
-ing form of “regard” — deem to be
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
relationshipnounUS /riˈleɪʃənʃɪp/
a relation between people; (“relationship” is often used where “relation” would serve, as in `the relationship between inflation and unemployment', but the preferred usage of “relationship” is for human relations or states of relatedness)
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
satisfyverbUS /ˈsætəsfaɪ/
meet the requirements or expectations of
From this reading Astronomy, history, philosophy and the mysterious, incoherent works of alchemy and occultism were finally appealed to, but likewise failed to satisfy me.
try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of
From this reading A SEARCH FOR KNOWLEDGE.--THE ALCHEMISTIC LETTER.
Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.
From this reading These studies were pursued in secret, though I am not aware that any necessity existed for concealment.
semi-scientific
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From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
the vital principle or animating force within living things
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
produced or marked by conscious design or premeditation
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
studiesnounUS /ˈstʌdiz/
plural of “study” — a detailed critical inspection
From this reading These studies were pursued in secret, though I am not aware that any necessity existed for concealment.
plural of “subject” — the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
tangibleadjectiveUS /ˈtændʒəbəl/
perceptible by the senses especially the sense of touch
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A SEARCH FOR KNOWLEDGE.--THE ALCHEMISTIC LETTER.
thereinadverbUS /ðeˈrɪn/
(formal) in or into that thing or place
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading These studies were pursued in secret, though I am not aware that any necessity existed for concealment.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading These studies were pursued in secret, though I am not aware that any necessity existed for concealment.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
unfortunatelyadverbUS /ənˈfɔːrtʃənətli/
by bad luck
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Astronomy, history, philosophy and the mysterious, incoherent works of alchemy and occultism were finally appealed to, but likewise failed to satisfy me.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
which person or people
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
in the company of; together with
From this reading I am the man who, unfortunately for my future happiness, was dissatisfied with such knowledge as could be derived from ordinary books concerning semi-scientific subjects in which I had long been absorbed.
buildings for carrying on industrial labor
From this reading I studied the current works of my day on philosophy and chemistry, hoping therein to find something tangible regarding the relationship that exists between matter and spirit, but studied in vain.
