Chapter XII · Chapter 12

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

plural of “ability” — the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

recognized or made known or admitted

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

encouragement of the progress or growth or acceptance of something

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

later than; following

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

plural of “anticipation” — an expectation

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

plural of “anxiety” — (psychiatry) a relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compulsive behavior or attacks of panic

From this reading Before he left home his constant intercourse with her and the ease with which they met had prevented the usual anxieties which are said to beset the path of love.

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Before he left home his constant intercourse with her and the ease with which they met had prevented the usual anxieties which are said to beset the path of love.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

annoy continually or chronically

From this reading Before he left home his constant intercourse with her and the ease with which they met had prevented the usual anxieties which are said to beset the path of love.

warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

the time when something begins (especially life)

From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.

the particular occupation for which you are trained

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

the body of faculty and students of a college

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

an alert cognitive state in which you are aware of yourself and your situation

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

unvarying in nature

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

joined together especially in a pair or pairs

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

physically or spiritually devastating; often used in combination

From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.

become dark or darker

From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

characterized by great determination

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

stubbornly unyielding

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

past form of “doubt” — consider unlikely or have doubts about

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

move gently or carefully

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

exultantly proud and joyful; in high spirits

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

past form of “ensure” — make certain of

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

past form of “enter” — to come or go into

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

(of a number) having a fixed and unchanging value

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

plural of “flutter” — the act of moving back and forth

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.

to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

encouragement of the progress or growth or acceptance of something

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

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From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

a yearning for something or to do something

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading Before he left home his constant intercourse with her and the ease with which they met had prevented the usual anxieties which are said to beset the path of love.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

plural of “hindrance” — something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading Before he left home his constant intercourse with her and the ease with which they met had prevented the usual anxieties which are said to beset the path of love.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

an obligation to pay money to another party

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

communication between individuals

From this reading Before he left home his constant intercourse with her and the ease with which they met had prevented the usual anxieties which are said to beset the path of love.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading Before he left home his constant intercourse with her and the ease with which they met had prevented the usual anxieties which are said to beset the path of love.

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

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 The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.

past form of “matriculate” — enroll as a student

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

inflected form of “meet” — come together

From this reading Before he left home his constant intercourse with her and the ease with which they met had prevented the usual anxieties which are said to beset the path of love.

United States suffragist in Wyoming (1814-1902)

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

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From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

as follows

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

not any; not one

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

make less visible or unclear

From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.

something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty

From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.

win a victory over

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

a course of conduct

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in success. (Sự kiên trì, bền bỉ không bỏ cuộc.)

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

past form of “prevent” — keep from happening or arising; make impossible

From this reading Before he left home his constant intercourse with her and the ease with which they met had prevented the usual anxieties which are said to beset the path of love.

gradual improvement or growth or development

From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.

successfully completed or brought to an end

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading Before he left home his constant intercourse with her and the ease with which they met had prevented the usual anxieties which are said to beset the path of love.

plural of “shadow” — shade within clear boundaries

From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.

be standing; be upright

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

plural of “study” — a detailed critical inspection

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

past form of “succeed” — attain success or reach a desired goal

From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

natural abilities or qualities

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

a word or expression used for some particular thing

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

in or at that place or location

From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Before he left home his constant intercourse with her and the ease with which they met had prevented the usual anxieties which are said to beset the path of love.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading Before he left home his constant intercourse with her and the ease with which they met had prevented the usual anxieties which are said to beset the path of love.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading He had one fixed and constant aim, namely, advancement in the career upon which he had entered, and in furtherance of this object, he was determined to let no hankering after the past stand in his way.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading THE BIRD FLUTTERS In the first term of his college life Will fully realised his pleasantest anticipations, and now, if never before, he acknowledged to himself his deep indebtedness to Gwilym Morris; his own abilities he had never doubted.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The ease, too, with which he had matriculated much elated him, and he began his studies with a light heart and a happy consciousness of talent, which, coupled with a dogged perseverance and a determination to overcome every obstacle in his path, ensured success in the long run.

but in spite of that

From this reading In his own opinion there were but two hindrances to his progress, two shadows from the past to darken his path, and these were his obscure birth and his love for Morva, for this he had not yet succeeded in crushing.