Chapter II · Chapter 2

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

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

in addition

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

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

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

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From this reading ----"Ingenuas didicisse fideliter artes, Emollit mores, nec sinit esse feros."

possessive form of “artist” — a person whose creative work shows sensitivity and imagination

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

the quality of being kind and gentle

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger

From this reading And, undoubtedly, this is a judicious caution.

plural of “child” — a young person of either sex

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

one who is the object of choice; who is given preference

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

a state at a particular time

From this reading Yet I would not insist too keenly on this condition.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

a process of becoming deeper and more profound

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

plural of “demand” — an urgent or peremptory request

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

relying on or requiring a person or thing for support, supply, or what is needed

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

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From this reading ----"Ingenuas didicisse fideliter artes, Emollit mores, nec sinit esse feros."

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

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From this reading ----"Ingenuas didicisse fideliter artes, Emollit mores, nec sinit esse feros."

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From this reading ----"Ingenuas didicisse fideliter artes, Emollit mores, nec sinit esse feros."

plural of “exertion” — use of physical or mental energy; hard work

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

a social unit living together

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

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From this reading ----"Ingenuas didicisse fideliter artes, Emollit mores, nec sinit esse feros."

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From this reading ----"Ingenuas didicisse fideliter artes, Emollit mores, nec sinit esse feros."

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

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

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading Yet I would not insist too keenly on this condition.

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

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

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From this reading ----"Ingenuas didicisse fideliter artes, Emollit mores, nec sinit esse feros."

be emphatic or resolute and refuse to budge

From this reading Yet I would not insist too keenly on this condition.

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

From this reading And, undoubtedly, this is a judicious caution.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

a feeling of jealous envy (especially of a rival)

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters

From this reading And, undoubtedly, this is a judicious caution.

in a keen or penetrating way

From this reading Yet I would not insist too keenly on this condition.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

motivation based on ideas of right and wrong

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

(sociology) the conventions that embody the fundamental values of a group

From this reading ----"Ingenuas didicisse fideliter artes, Emollit mores, nec sinit esse feros."

an instance of becoming narrow

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

an acute inflammatory disease occurring in the intestines of premature infants; necrosis of intestinal tissue may follow

From this reading ----"Ingenuas didicisse fideliter artes, Emollit mores, nec sinit esse feros."

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Yet I would not insist too keenly on this condition.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

in other respects or ways

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

used with “to” to say what is right or advisable

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

a quality that arouses emotions (especially pity or sorrow)

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

voluntary promotion of human welfare

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

of or relating to philosophy or philosophers

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

a principle that limits the extent of something

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

intensely or extremely bad or unpleasant in degree or quality

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

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From this reading ----"Ingenuas didicisse fideliter artes, Emollit mores, nec sinit esse feros."

a particular environment or walk of life

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

not in physical motion

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

third-person singular of “suggest” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

To perceive flavor through the mouth.

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

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

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

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

From this reading And, undoubtedly, this is a judicious caution.

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

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Yet I would not insist too keenly on this condition.

without doubt; certainly

From this reading And, undoubtedly, this is a judicious caution.

(of behavior or especially language) free from objectionable elements; fit for all observers

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

without question

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

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

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

(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 A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

in or at the place that

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

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

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Severe good taste unquestionably demands it; but still, where the man was otherwise unobjectionable in point of morals and health, I would not look with too curious a jealousy to a restriction which might have the effect of narrowing the artist's sphere.

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

From this reading Yet I would not insist too keenly on this condition.

but in spite of that

From this reading Yet I would not insist too keenly on this condition.

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

From this reading A philosophic friend, well known for his philanthropy and general benignity, suggests that the subject chosen ought also to have a family of young children wholly dependent on his exertions, by way of deepening the pathos.