touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading Physiology, psychology, and history, would together protest against such an assertion.
akinadjectiveUS /əˈkɪn/
similar in quality or character
From this reading "To know the real cause of our sadness is near akin to knowing what we are worth."--PARADOL, _Study on Moralists_.
(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 From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Those maintaining such an opinion, would have to bear too many contradictions.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading "To know the real cause of our sadness is near akin to knowing what we are worth."--PARADOL, _Study on Moralists_.
assertionnounUS /əˈsɜːrʃən/
a declaration that is made emphatically (as if no supporting evidence were necessary)
From this reading Physiology, psychology, and history, would together protest against such an assertion.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
have
From this reading Those maintaining such an opinion, would have to bear too many contradictions.
BYRONnounUS /ˈbaɪrən/
English romantic poet notorious for his rebellious and unconventional lifestyle (1788-1824)
From this reading THE MELANCHOLY OF LORD BYRON.
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
From this reading "To know the real cause of our sadness is near akin to knowing what we are worth."--PARADOL, _Study on Moralists_.
contradictionsnounUS /ˌkɑːntrəˈdɪkʃənz/
plural of “contradiction” — opposition between two conflicting forces or ideas
From this reading Those maintaining such an opinion, would have to bear too many contradictions.
make right or correct
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
divisible by two
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
the aggregate of past events
From this reading Physiology, psychology, and history, would together protest against such an assertion.
inferverbUS /ˌɪnˈfɜːr/
reason by deduction; establish by deduction
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "To know the real cause of our sadness is near akin to knowing what we are worth."--PARADOL, _Study on Moralists_.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
judgingnounUS /ˈdʒʌdʒɪŋ/
the cognitive process of reaching a decision or drawing conclusions
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading "To know the real cause of our sadness is near akin to knowing what we are worth."--PARADOL, _Study on Moralists_.
evidencing the possession of inside information
From this reading "To know the real cause of our sadness is near akin to knowing what we are worth."--PARADOL, _Study on Moralists_.
laughableadjectiveUS /ˈlæfəbəl/
so unreasonable as to invite derision
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God
From this reading THE MELANCHOLY OF LORD BYRON.
maintainingverbUS /meɪnˈteɪnɪŋ/
-ing form of “maintain” — cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading Those maintaining such an opinion, would have to bear too many contradictions.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading Those maintaining such an opinion, would have to bear too many contradictions.
a feeling of thoughtful sadness
From this reading THE MELANCHOLY OF LORD BYRON.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
MoralistsnounUS /ˈmɔːrəlɪsts/
plural of “moralist” — a philosopher who specializes in morals and moral problems
From this reading "To know the real cause of our sadness is near akin to knowing what we are worth."--PARADOL, _Study on Moralists_.
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
near in time or place or relationship
From this reading "To know the real cause of our sadness is near akin to knowing what we are worth."--PARADOL, _Study on Moralists_.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE MELANCHOLY OF LORD BYRON.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading "To know the real cause of our sadness is near akin to knowing what we are worth."--PARADOL, _Study on Moralists_.
a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading Those maintaining such an opinion, would have to bear too many contradictions.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading "To know the real cause of our sadness is near akin to knowing what we are worth."--PARADOL, _Study on Moralists_.
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From this reading "To know the real cause of our sadness is near akin to knowing what we are worth."--PARADOL, _Study on Moralists_.
PhysiologynounUS /ˌfɪziˈɑːlədʒi/
the branch of the biological sciences dealing with the functioning of organisms
From this reading Physiology, psychology, and history, would together protest against such an assertion.
protestnounUS /ˈproʊtest/
a formal and solemn declaration of objection
From this reading Physiology, psychology, and history, would together protest against such an assertion.
psychologynounUS /saɪˈkɑːlədʒi/
the science of mental life
From this reading Physiology, psychology, and history, would together protest against such an assertion.
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading "To know the real cause of our sadness is near akin to knowing what we are worth."--PARADOL, _Study on Moralists_.
inspiring scornful pity
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
sadnessnounUS /ˈsædnəs/
emotions experienced when not in a state of well-being
From this reading "To know the real cause of our sadness is near akin to knowing what we are worth."--PARADOL, _Study on Moralists_.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading "To know the real cause of our sadness is near akin to knowing what we are worth."--PARADOL, _Study on Moralists_.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Those maintaining such an opinion, would have to bear too many contradictions.
tendencynounUS /ˈtendənsi/
an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE MELANCHOLY OF LORD BYRON.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Those maintaining such an opinion, would have to bear too many contradictions.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading "To know the real cause of our sadness is near akin to knowing what we are worth."--PARADOL, _Study on Moralists_.
in contact with each other or in proximity
From this reading Physiology, psychology, and history, would together protest against such an assertion.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading Those maintaining such an opinion, would have to bear too many contradictions.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading "To know the real cause of our sadness is near akin to knowing what we are worth."--PARADOL, _Study on Moralists_.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading "To know the real cause of our sadness is near akin to knowing what we are worth."--PARADOL, _Study on Moralists_.
an indefinite quantity of something having a specified value
From this reading "To know the real cause of our sadness is near akin to knowing what we are worth."--PARADOL, _Study on Moralists_.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading From all that we have said, and judging from that natural tendency of his mind to look at even serious things on the ridiculous, laughable side, would it be correct to infer that Lord Byron was always gay, and never melancholy?
