1854
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From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
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From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
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From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."
abilitynounUS /əˈbɪlətiː/
the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
affectionsnounUS /əˈfekʃənz/
plural of “affection” — a positive feeling of liking
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
in addition
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
AprilnounUS /ˈeɪprəl/
the month following March and preceding May
From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
BleakadjectiveUS /bliːk/
offering little or no hope
From this reading Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."
a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)
From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
cause to be bored
From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
calculatingadjectiveUS /ˈkælkjəleɪtɪŋ/
acting with a specific goal
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
CarlylenounUS /ˈkɑːrlaɪl/
Scottish historian who wrote about the French Revolution (1795-1881)
From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
ChancerynounUS /ˈtʃænsəri/
a court with jurisdiction in equity
From this reading Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."
Chelsea
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From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
commencedverbUS /kəˈmenst/
past form of “commence” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
come or bring to a finish or an end
From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
plural of “creature” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
dedicationnounUS /ˌdedəˈkeɪʃən/
complete and wholehearted fidelity
From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
DickensnounUS /ˈdɪkənz/
a word used in exclamations of confusion
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
economistsnounUS /ɪˈkɑːnəmɪsts/
plural of “economist” — an expert in the science of economics
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
plural of “emotion” — any strong feeling
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
something many people believe that is false
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
fittinglyadverbUS /ˈfɪtɪŋli/
in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances
From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
Froude
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From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."
a social unit living together
From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
plural of “idea” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."
a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
of or associated with or requiring the use of the mind
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
resulting from one's intentions
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
kennounUS /ken/
range of what one can know or understand
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
Kingsley
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From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
machinesnounUS /məˈʃiːnz/
plural of “machine” — any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
the force of workers available
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
and nothing more
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
motivenounUS /ˈmoʊtɪv/
the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
a form of address for a man
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
to a great degree or extent
From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
held or filled or in use
From this reading Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
olderadjectiveUS /ˈoʊldər/
advanced in years; (“aged” is pronounced as two syllables)
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
PhilosophicaladjectiveUS /ˌfɪləˈsɑːfɪkəl/
of or relating to philosophy or philosophers
From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
philosophynounUS /fɪˈlɑː.sə.fi/
The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence. (Triết học, đạo lý nhân sinh.)
From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."
involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
popularizeverbUS /ˈpɑːpjələraɪz/
cater to popular taste to make popular and present to the general public; bring into general or common use
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
possessingverbUS /pəˈzesɪŋ/
-ing form of “possess” — have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
possession of controlling influence
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
prominentadjectiveUS /ˈprɑːmənənt/
having a quality that thrusts itself into attention
From this reading Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."
prepared and printed for distribution and sale
From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
radicalismnounUS /ˈrædɪkəlɪzəm/
the political orientation of those who favor revolutionary change in government and society
From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
RuskinnounUS /ˈrʌskɪn/
British art critic (1819-1900)
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
sagenounUS /seɪdʒ/
a mentor in spiritual and philosophical topics who is renowned for profound wisdom
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
Identical; not different.
From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
an educational institution
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
self-interestnounUS /ˈselˈfɪntrəst/
taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present
From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
precisely as stated
From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
at the time that
From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
in the company of; together with
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
the words that are spoken
From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.