Chapter XIV

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

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

personal knowledge or information about someone or something

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

having fair knowledge of

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

a positive feeling of liking

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

later than; following

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

(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 At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

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

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

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

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

propose a payment

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

the chest considered as the place where secret thoughts are kept

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

the act of compelling by force of authority

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

the activity of keeping something secret

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

direct the course of; manage or control

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

reveal in private; tell confidentially

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

permission to do something

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

plural of “consequence” — a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

fear resulting from the awareness of danger

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

past form of “create” — make or cause to be or to become

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

changing to a lower state (a less respected state)

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

increase twofold

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

causing fear or dread or terror

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

apart from; not including

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

the state or fact of existing

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

bringing death

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

the experiencing of affective and emotional states

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several)

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

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

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

possessive form of “girl” — a young female

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

highest in quality

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

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

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

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

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

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

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

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

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

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

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

a feeling of righteous anger

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

an unjust act

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

free from evil or guilt

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

evidencing the possession of inside information

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

engage in

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

plural of “meeting” — a formally arranged gathering

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

The faculty by which the mind stores and remembers information and knowledge.

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

inflected form of “meet” — come together

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

plural of “mile” — a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

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

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

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

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

a form of address for a man

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

to a great degree or extent

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

on one occasion

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

burdened psychologically or mentally

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

past form of “overwhelm” — overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

emotionally hurt or upset or annoyed

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

the state prevailing during the absence of war

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

any distinct time period in a sequence of events

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

possession of controlling influence

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

thinking that is coherent and logical

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

the trait of giving little thought to danger

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

past form of “review” — look at again; examine again

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

past form of “revolt” — make revolution

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

a general conscious awareness

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

a painful emotion resulting from an awareness of inadequacy or guilt

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

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

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

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From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

an abnormal protuberance or localized enlargement

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

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

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

plural of “ti” — a light strong grey lustrous corrosion-resistant metallic element used in strong lightweight alloys (as for airplane parts); the main sources are rutile and ilmenite

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

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

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

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

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

possessive form of “uncle” — the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

regarded with disfavor or lacking general approval

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

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

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

past form of “watch” — look attentively

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

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

From this reading She sat and reviewed all her conduct, and then her swelling heart revolted against her uncle's injustice; for, in point of fact, she had but _once_ met Tremenhere by consent, on the fatal day in which they were discovered.

at the time that

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

in or at the place that

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

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

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading We have seen their first acquaintance through Mr. Skaife; then in Mrs. Gillett's room; subsequently, Miles had watched for her, 'tis true: but she was innocent of all, except concealing these meetings--and to whom confide them, knowing well how unpopular he was?

in the company of; together with

From this reading We have said that Minnie was in a state of the greatest consternation when made acquainted with her uncle's stern resolution of coercion.

an indefinite quantity of something having a specified value

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

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

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

plural of “wrong” — that which is contrary to the principles of justice or law

From this reading In Minnie's, after the power of memory returned, it created a sense of deep degradation, followed by recklessness--two dangerous things with which to start in that new phase in existence--love; for the latter would make her care little for consequences, the former bid her oppressed heart cling with double affection to the bosom where her head might lie in peace, love, and a true appreciation of her worth, and indignation for her wrongs.

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

From this reading At first she was too much pained to think--all power of reasoning had given way before the shock; she felt overwhelmed with shame, shame of herself--that much to be dreaded feeling in a young girl's heart.