Chapter LX · Chapter 60

a positive feeling of liking

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

(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 "The ample proposition that hope makes In all designs begun on earth below, Fails in the promised largeness."

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From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

more than enough in size or scope or capacity

From this reading "The ample proposition that hope makes In all designs begun on earth below, Fails in the promised largeness."

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

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

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

cause to be attached

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

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

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

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

From this reading "The ample proposition that hope makes In all designs begun on earth below, Fails in the promised largeness."

at or to a lower level than something

From this reading "The ample proposition that hope makes In all designs begun on earth below, Fails in the promised largeness."

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

-ing form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

comparative of “cold” — having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

past form of “couch” — formulate in a particular style or language

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

a female human offspring

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

plural of “design” — the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan)

From this reading "The ample proposition that hope makes In all designs begun on earth below, Fails in the promised largeness."

the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

possessive form of “doctor” — a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

a British peer of the highest rank

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on

From this reading "The ample proposition that hope makes In all designs begun on earth below, Fails in the promised largeness."

to the same degree (often followed by “as”)

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

third-person singular of “fail” — fail to do something; leave something undone

From this reading "The ample proposition that hope makes In all designs begun on earth below, Fails in the promised largeness."

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

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

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

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

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

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

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

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

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

a specific instance of feeling hopeful

From this reading "The ample proposition that hope makes In all designs begun on earth below, Fails in the promised largeness."

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

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

plural of “idea” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

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

From this reading "The ample proposition that hope makes In all designs begun on earth below, Fails in the promised largeness."

marked by a lack of interest

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

incapable of physical sensation

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

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

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

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

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

a title used to address any peeress except a duchess

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

the capacity to understand a broad range of topics

From this reading "The ample proposition that hope makes In all designs begun on earth below, Fails in the promised largeness."

plural of “make” — a recognizable kind

From this reading "The ample proposition that hope makes In all designs begun on earth below, Fails in the promised largeness."

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

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

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

not any; not one

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

under a moral obligation to do something

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

the trait of being difficult to handle or overcome

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading "The ample proposition that hope makes In all designs begun on earth below, Fails in the promised largeness."

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

past form of “owe” — be obliged to pay or repay

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

plural of “plan” — a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment

From this reading "The ample proposition that hope makes In all designs begun on earth below, Fails in the promised largeness."

(logic) a statement that affirms or denies something and is either true or false

From this reading "The ample proposition that hope makes In all designs begun on earth below, Fails in the promised largeness."

part with a possession or right

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

past form of “resort” — have recourse to

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

English poet and dramatist considered one of the greatest English writers (1564-1616)

From this reading SHAKESPEARE.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

the husband of your daughter

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

hang freely

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

(of undissolved particles in a fluid) supported or kept from sinking or falling by buoyancy and without apparent attachment

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

instrumentality that combines interrelated interacting artifacts designed to work as a coherent entity

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

status with respect to the relations between people or groups

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading "The ample proposition that hope makes In all designs begun on earth below, Fails in the promised largeness."

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

From this reading "The ample proposition that hope makes In all designs begun on earth below, Fails in the promised largeness."

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

in or at that place or location

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

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

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

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

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.

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

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

which person or people

From this reading The Duke of Altamont was one of those who attach great ideas of dignity to always carrying their point; and though he might sometimes be obliged to suspend his plans, he never had been known to relinquish them.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading True, nothing could be colder than the terms in which it was couched; but to that her Ladyship was insensible, and would have been equally indifferent had she known that, such as it was, she owed it more to the obstinacy of her son-in-law than the affection of her daughter.

intense anger (usually on an epic scale)

From this reading THERE is no saying whether the Doctor's system might not have been resorted to had not Lady Juliana's wrath been for the present suspended by an invitation to Altamont House.