used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
from one side of something to the other
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
filled with fear or apprehension
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading Jansen alone knew the real reason of his hasty flight.
AmongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
past form of “answer” — react verbally
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
aversionnounUS /əˈvɜːrʒən/
a feeling of intense dislike
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading Daily intercourse with his old friend, and the confidential understanding that had once more sprung up between them, was all that lightened for Felix the painful burden of these last days.
an onerous or difficult concern
From this reading Daily intercourse with his old friend, and the confidential understanding that had once more sprung up between them, was all that lightened for Felix the painful burden of these last days.
a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
confidentialadjectiveUS /ˌkɑːnfəˈdenʃəl/
entrusted with private information and the confidence of another
From this reading Daily intercourse with his old friend, and the confidential understanding that had once more sprung up between them, was all that lightened for Felix the painful burden of these last days.
every day; without missing a day
From this reading Daily intercourse with his old friend, and the confidential understanding that had once more sprung up between them, was all that lightened for Felix the painful burden of these last days.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading Daily intercourse with his old friend, and the confidential understanding that had once more sprung up between them, was all that lightened for Felix the painful burden of these last days.
desirousadjectiveUS /dɪˈzaɪrəs/
having or expressing desire for something
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
estatesnounUS /ɪˈsteɪts/
plural of “estate” — everything you own; all of your assets (whether real property or personal property) and liabilities
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
divisible by two
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
Felix
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From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
(of a number) having a fixed and unchanging value
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
a formation of aircraft in flight
From this reading Jansen alone knew the real reason of his hasty flight.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
at or to or toward the front
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading Daily intercourse with his old friend, and the confidential understanding that had once more sprung up between them, was all that lightened for Felix the painful burden of these last days.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
the act of giving
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
hastyadjectiveUS /ˈheɪsti/
excessively quick
From this reading Jansen alone knew the real reason of his hasty flight.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
impatiencenounUS /ˌɪmˈpeɪʃəns/
a lack of patience; irritation with anything that causes delay
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
of great significance or value
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
intercoursenounUS /ˈɪntərkɔːrs/
communication between individuals
From this reading Daily intercourse with his old friend, and the confidential understanding that had once more sprung up between them, was all that lightened for Felix the painful burden of these last days.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
JansennounUS /ˈdʒænsən/
a Dutch Roman Catholic theologian (1585-1638)
From this reading Jansen alone knew the real reason of his hasty flight.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading Jansen alone knew the real reason of his hasty flight.
immediately past
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
go away from a place
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
lightenedverbUS /ˈlaɪtənd/
past form of “lighten” — make more cheerful
From this reading Daily intercourse with his old friend, and the confidential understanding that had once more sprung up between them, was all that lightened for Felix the painful burden of these last days.
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 He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
masqueradingverbUS /ˌmæskərˈeɪdɪŋ/
-ing form of “masquerade” — take part in a masquerade
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Daily intercourse with his old friend, and the confidential understanding that had once more sprung up between them, was all that lightened for Felix the painful burden of these last days.
characteristic of or existing by virtue of geographic origin
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
absolutely essential
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
not any; not one
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
objectionnounUS /əbˈdʒekʃən/
the act of expressing earnest opposition or protest
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
a large body of water constituting a principal part of the hydrosphere
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
offensenounUS /əˈfens/
a lack of politeness; a failure to show regard for others; wounding the feelings or others
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Daily intercourse with his old friend, and the confidential understanding that had once more sprung up between them, was all that lightened for Felix the painful burden of these last days.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
on one occasion
From this reading Daily intercourse with his old friend, and the confidential understanding that had once more sprung up between them, was all that lightened for Felix the painful burden of these last days.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
and nothing more
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
causing physical or psychological pain
From this reading Daily intercourse with his old friend, and the confidential understanding that had once more sprung up between them, was all that lightened for Felix the painful burden of these last days.
writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
yielding a fair profit
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading Jansen alone knew the real reason of his hasty flight.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading Jansen alone knew the real reason of his hasty flight.
(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
salenounUS /seɪl/
a particular instance of selling
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
sea-voyage
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From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
sprungverbUS /sprʌŋ/
inflected form of “spring” — move forward by leaps and bounds
From this reading Daily intercourse with his old friend, and the confidential understanding that had once more sprung up between them, was all that lightened for Felix the painful burden of these last days.
carry out
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Daily intercourse with his old friend, and the confidential understanding that had once more sprung up between them, was all that lightened for Felix the painful burden of these last days.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Daily intercourse with his old friend, and the confidential understanding that had once more sprung up between them, was all that lightened for Felix the painful burden of these last days.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
the cognitive condition of someone who understands
From this reading Daily intercourse with his old friend, and the confidential understanding that had once more sprung up between them, was all that lightened for Felix the painful burden of these last days.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading He gave out that it was his fixed intention to leave on the day after the ball, and answered all objection in regard to the season, which made a sea-voyage impossible, by saying that he had important business matters to look after in his native place, the sale of his estates, and the making out of certain papers that it would be necessary for him to take with him across the ocean.
which person or people
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading Among all the friends, Felix was the only one who looked forward to the ball not only without impatience, but even with a secret aversion.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading He was in no mood for masquerading; and, if he had not been afraid of giving offense to the good companions who were desirous of paying him this last honor, he would have been up and away long before this.
