how long something has existed
From this reading Fear not now the fever’s fire, Fear not now the death-bed groan; Pangs that torture, pains that tire Bed-rid age with feeble moan.
equally
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
(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 second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading “The first examination of Isidora was conducted with the circumspective formality that has always been known to mark the proceedings of that tribunal.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
artsnounUS /ɑːrts/
studies intended to provide general knowledge and intellectual skills (rather than occupational or professional skills)
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading “In the course of the first examination, they hinted at the torture.
bafflednounUS /ˈbæfəld/
people who are frustrated and perplexed
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
Bed-rid
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From this reading Fear not now the fever’s fire, Fear not now the death-bed groan; Pangs that torture, pains that tire Bed-rid age with feeble moan.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading “The first examination of Isidora was conducted with the circumspective formality that has always been known to mark the proceedings of that tribunal.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
circumspective
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From this reading “The first examination of Isidora was conducted with the circumspective formality that has always been known to mark the proceedings of that tribunal.
combiningnounUS /kəmˈbaɪnɪŋ/
an occurrence that results in things being united
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
conductedverbUS /kənˈdʌktəd/
past form of “conduct” — direct the course of; manage or control
From this reading “The first examination of Isidora was conducted with the circumspective formality that has always been known to mark the proceedings of that tribunal.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading “In the course of the first examination, they hinted at the torture.
criminateverb
bring an accusation against; level a charge against
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
death-bed
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From this reading Fear not now the fever’s fire, Fear not now the death-bed groan; Pangs that torture, pains that tire Bed-rid age with feeble moan.
evadedverbUS /ɪˈveɪdɪd/
past form of “evade” — avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
examinationnounUS /ɪɡˌzæməˈneɪʃən/
the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)
From this reading “The first examination of Isidora was conducted with the circumspective formality that has always been known to mark the proceedings of that tribunal.
beyond what is ordinary or usual; highly unusual or exceptional or remarkable
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
extremesnounUS /ekˈstriːmz/
plural of “extreme” — the furthest or highest degree of something
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading Fear not now the fever’s fire, Fear not now the death-bed groan; Pangs that torture, pains that tire Bed-rid age with feeble moan.
feebleadjectiveUS /ˈfiːbəl/
pathetically lacking in force or effectiveness
From this reading Fear not now the fever’s fire, Fear not now the death-bed groan; Pangs that torture, pains that tire Bed-rid age with feeble moan.
undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
fever's
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From this reading Fear not now the fever’s fire, Fear not now the death-bed groan; Pangs that torture, pains that tire Bed-rid age with feeble moan.
start firing a weapon
From this reading Fear not now the fever’s fire, Fear not now the death-bed groan; Pangs that torture, pains that tire Bed-rid age with feeble moan.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading “The first examination of Isidora was conducted with the circumspective formality that has always been known to mark the proceedings of that tribunal.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
formalitynounUS /fɔːrˈmæləti/
a requirement of etiquette or custom
From this reading “The first examination of Isidora was conducted with the circumspective formality that has always been known to mark the proceedings of that tribunal.
functionariesnounUS /ˈfʌŋkʃəneriz/
plural of “functionary” — a worker who holds or is invested with an office
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
groannounUS /ɡroʊn/
an utterance expressing pain or disapproval
From this reading Fear not now the fever’s fire, Fear not now the death-bed groan; Pangs that torture, pains that tire Bed-rid age with feeble moan.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading “The first examination of Isidora was conducted with the circumspective formality that has always been known to mark the proceedings of that tribunal.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
superlative of “high” — greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
hintedverbUS /ˈhɪntəd/
past form of “hint” — drop a hint; intimate by a hint
From this reading “In the course of the first examination, they hinted at the torture.
a sacred place of pilgrimage
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading “In the course of the first examination, they hinted at the torture.
inoperativeadjectiveUS /ˌɪˈnɑːpərətɪv/
not working or taking effect
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
inquisitorialadjective
especially indicating a form of prosecution in which proceedings are secret and the accused is questioned by a prosecutor who acts also as the judge
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
Isidora
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From this reading “The first examination of Isidora was conducted with the circumspective formality that has always been known to mark the proceedings of that tribunal.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading “The first examination of Isidora was conducted with the circumspective formality that has always been known to mark the proceedings of that tribunal.
magnanimitynoun
liberality in bestowing gifts; extremely liberal and generous of spirit
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
attach a tag or label to
From this reading “The first examination of Isidora was conducted with the circumspective formality that has always been known to mark the proceedings of that tribunal.
MASONnounUS /ˈmeɪsən/
American Revolutionary leader from Virginia whose objections led to the drafting of the Bill of Rights (1725-1792)
From this reading MASON.
be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
Melmoth
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From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
moannounUS /moʊn/
an utterance expressing pain or disapproval
From this reading Fear not now the fever’s fire, Fear not now the death-bed groan; Pangs that torture, pains that tire Bed-rid age with feeble moan.
not any; not one
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Fear not now the fever’s fire, Fear not now the death-bed groan; Pangs that torture, pains that tire Bed-rid age with feeble moan.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Fear not now the fever’s fire, Fear not now the death-bed groan; Pangs that torture, pains that tire Bed-rid age with feeble moan.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading “The first examination of Isidora was conducted with the circumspective formality that has always been known to mark the proceedings of that tribunal.
place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
painsnounUS /peɪnz/
an effortful attempt to attain a goal
From this reading Fear not now the fever’s fire, Fear not now the death-bed groan; Pangs that torture, pains that tire Bed-rid age with feeble moan.
PangsnounUS /pæŋz/
plural of “pang” — a sudden sharp feeling
From this reading Fear not now the fever’s fire, Fear not now the death-bed groan; Pangs that torture, pains that tire Bed-rid age with feeble moan.
penetratingadjectiveUS /ˈpenətreɪtɪŋ/
having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
proceedingsnounUS /proʊˈsiːdɪŋz/
(law) the institution of a sequence of steps by which legal judgments are invoked
From this reading “The first examination of Isidora was conducted with the circumspective formality that has always been known to mark the proceedings of that tribunal.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
referredverbUS /rəˈfɜːrd/
inflected form of “refer” — make reference to
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
simplicitynounUS /sɪmˈplɪsəti/
the quality of being simple or uncompounded
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
an ability that has been acquired by training
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
strictadjectiveUS /strɪkt/
rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Fear not now the fever’s fire, Fear not now the death-bed groan; Pangs that torture, pains that tire Bed-rid age with feeble moan.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Fear not now the fever’s fire, Fear not now the death-bed groan; Pangs that torture, pains that tire Bed-rid age with feeble moan.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading “In the course of the first examination, they hinted at the torture.
a special situation
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
one of three equal parts of a divisible whole
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
tireverbUS /ˈtaɪər/
lose interest or become bored with something or somebody
From this reading Fear not now the fever’s fire, Fear not now the death-bed groan; Pangs that torture, pains that tire Bed-rid age with feeble moan.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading “The first examination of Isidora was conducted with the circumspective formality that has always been known to mark the proceedings of that tribunal.
tortureverbUS /ˈtɔːrtʃər/
torment emotionally or mentally
From this reading Fear not now the fever’s fire, Fear not now the death-bed groan; Pangs that torture, pains that tire Bed-rid age with feeble moan.
tribunalnounUS /trəˈbjuːnəl/
an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business
From this reading “The first examination of Isidora was conducted with the circumspective formality that has always been known to mark the proceedings of that tribunal.
communicated in words
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading “The first examination of Isidora was conducted with the circumspective formality that has always been known to mark the proceedings of that tribunal.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
which person or people
From this reading The second and the third were alike strict, penetrating and inoperative, and the holy office began to feel its highest functionaries were no match for the extraordinary prisoner who stood before them, who, combining the extremes of simplicity and magnanimity, uttered every thing that might criminate herself, but evaded with skill that baffled all the arts of inquisitorial examination, every question that referred to Melmoth.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Fear not now the fever’s fire, Fear not now the death-bed groan; Pangs that torture, pains that tire Bed-rid age with feeble moan.
