Chapter XIV · Chapter 14

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

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

-ing form of “abuse” — treat badly

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

the act of admitting someone to enter

From this reading He was now made the companion of the seniors--he had free admission into all their parties.

a positive feeling of liking

From this reading Louis' position was so altered this half-year, that he hardly understood himself the universal affection and consideration with which he was treated.

(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 He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

changed in form or character without becoming something else

From this reading Louis' position was so altered this half-year, that he hardly understood himself the universal affection and consideration with which he was treated.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

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

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

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From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading But the doctor's affection was much more sparingly exhibited than Hamilton's, who seemed at times to forget every thing for Louis.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

the event consisting of the start of something

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

cause to be bored

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading He was now made the companion of the seniors--he had free admission into all their parties.

the process of giving careful thought to something

From this reading Louis' position was so altered this half-year, that he hardly understood himself the universal affection and consideration with which he was treated.

having or expressing desire for something

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

past form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

possessive form of “doctor” — a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading But the doctor's affection was much more sparingly exhibited than Hamilton's, who seemed at times to forget every thing for Louis.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

lacking in liveliness or charm or surprise

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

gradually intrusive without right or permission

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading But the doctor's affection was much more sparingly exhibited than Hamilton's, who seemed at times to forget every thing for Louis.

to an extreme degree

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

past form of “exhibit” — show an attribute, property, knowledge, or skill

From this reading But the doctor's affection was much more sparingly exhibited than Hamilton's, who seemed at times to forget every thing for Louis.

an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

something regarded with special favor or liking

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

plural of “favor” — an act of gracious kindness

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

dismiss from the mind; stop remembering

From this reading But the doctor's affection was much more sparingly exhibited than Hamilton's, who seemed at times to forget every thing for Louis.

grant freedom to; free from confinement

From this reading He was now made the companion of the seniors--he had free admission into all their parties.

comparative of “gay” — bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

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

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

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From this reading Louis' position was so altered this half-year, that he hardly understood himself the universal affection and consideration with which he was treated.

possessive form of “hamilton” — Irish mathematician (1806-1865)

From this reading But the doctor's affection was much more sparingly exhibited than Hamilton's, who seemed at times to forget every thing for Louis.

only a very short time before

From this reading Louis' position was so altered this half-year, that he hardly understood himself the universal affection and consideration with which he was treated.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

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

From this reading Louis' position was so altered this half-year, that he hardly understood himself the universal affection and consideration with which he was treated.

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

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

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

From this reading Louis' position was so altered this half-year, that he hardly understood himself the universal affection and consideration with which he was treated.

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

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

plural of “honor” — a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

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

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

in a manner or to a degree that could not be doubted

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

incapable of being avoided or prevented

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading He was now made the companion of the seniors--he had free admission into all their parties.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

the quality of being warmhearted and considerate and humane and sympathetic

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

immediately past

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

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 first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

United States prizefighter who was world heavyweight champion for 12 years (1914-1981)

From this reading Louis' position was so altered this half-year, that he hardly understood himself the universal affection and consideration with which he was treated.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading He was now made the companion of the seniors--he had free admission into all their parties.

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 The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

an artist of consummate skill

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

in a submissive or spiritless manner

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

putting the wrong interpretation on

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

the quality of wearisome constancy, routine, and lack of variety

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading But the doctor's affection was much more sparingly exhibited than Hamilton's, who seemed at times to forget every thing for Louis.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading But the doctor's affection was much more sparingly exhibited than Hamilton's, who seemed at times to forget every thing for Louis.

not one and not the other of two

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

not any; not one

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

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

From this reading He was now made the companion of the seniors--he had free admission into all their parties.

-ing form of “obliterate” — mark for deletion, rub off, or erase

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

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From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

plural of “party” — an organization to gain political power

From this reading He was now made the companion of the seniors--he had free admission into all their parties.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

inclined or disposed to peace

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading Louis' position was so altered this half-year, that he hardly understood himself the universal affection and consideration with which he was treated.

plural of “pupil” — a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

more quickly

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

in a rational manner

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

the ability to recall past occurrences

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

plural of “senior” — an undergraduate student during the year preceding graduation

From this reading He was now made the companion of the seniors--he had free admission into all their parties.

settle into a position, usually on a surface or ground

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

have in common

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Louis' position was so altered this half-year, that he hardly understood himself the universal affection and consideration with which he was treated.

in a grave and sober manner

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

to a meager degree or in a meager manner

From this reading But the doctor's affection was much more sparingly exhibited than Hamilton's, who seemed at times to forget every thing for Louis.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Louis' position was so altered this half-year, that he hardly understood himself the universal affection and consideration with which he was treated.

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

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

a special situation

From this reading But the doctor's affection was much more sparingly exhibited than Hamilton's, who seemed at times to forget every thing for Louis.

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

From this reading Louis' position was so altered this half-year, that he hardly understood himself the universal affection and consideration with which he was treated.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

From this reading But the doctor's affection was much more sparingly exhibited than Hamilton's, who seemed at times to forget every thing for Louis.

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

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

in the direction of

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

subjected to a physical (or chemical) treatment or action or agent

From this reading Louis' position was so altered this half-year, that he hardly understood himself the universal affection and consideration with which he was treated.

fully apprehended as to purport or meaning or explanation

From this reading Louis' position was so altered this half-year, that he hardly understood himself the universal affection and consideration with which he was treated.

of worldwide scope or applicability

From this reading Louis' position was so altered this half-year, that he hardly understood himself the universal affection and consideration with which he was treated.

precisely as stated

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

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

From this reading Louis' position was so altered this half-year, that he hardly understood himself the universal affection and consideration with which he was treated.

any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

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

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.

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

From this reading Louis' position was so altered this half-year, that he hardly understood himself the universal affection and consideration with which he was treated.

which person or people

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

disposed or inclined toward

From this reading He was indubitably a favorite with the doctor, but no one was jealous, for he bore his honors very meekly, and was always willing to share his favors with others, neither encroaching on nor abusing the kindness displayed towards him by his master, who seemed, in common with his pupils, to be exceedingly desirous of obliterating all remembrance of the misunderstanding of the last half-year.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Louis' position was so altered this half-year, that he hardly understood himself the universal affection and consideration with which he was treated.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading The first long dreary week had passed: quicker, however, in its peaceable monotony than many a gayer time has been known to do, and the young gentlemen of Ashfield House were beginning to settle down soberly and rationally to their inevitable fate.