Chapter XI

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

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

temporary cessation or suspension

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

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

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

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

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

possessive form of “anderson” — United States author whose works were frequently autobiographical (1876-1941)

From this reading Mrs. Anderson’s indulgence and tenderness, and Ombra’s superiority, had silenced even her lively spirit.

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

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

a small house with a single story

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

plural of “creature” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading This she had been quite unable to feel herself entitled to do in the Cottage.

qualified for by right according to law

From this reading This she had been quite unable to feel herself entitled to do in the Cottage.

divisible by two

From this reading Mrs. Anderson’s indulgence and tenderness, and Ombra’s superiority, had silenced even her lively spirit.

undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind

From this reading This she had been quite unable to feel herself entitled to do in the Cottage.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading She felt that it was her natural mission, the work for which she was qualified, to set and keep them right.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

a powerful effect or influence

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

diffusing warmth and friendliness

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

a tool used by an engraver

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

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

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

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

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

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

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

plural of “imperfection” — the state or an instance of being imperfect

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

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

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

an inability to resist the gratification of whims and desires

From this reading Mrs. Anderson’s indulgence and tenderness, and Ombra’s superiority, had silenced even her lively spirit.

of or characteristic of low rank or importance

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

inborn pattern of behavior often responsive to specific stimuli

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

a policy of intervening in the affairs of other countries

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

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From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading She felt that it was her natural mission, the work for which she was qualified, to set and keep them right.

being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

full of life and energy

From this reading Mrs. Anderson’s indulgence and tenderness, and Ombra’s superiority, had silenced even her lively spirit.

an organization of missionaries in a foreign land sent to carry on religious work

From this reading She felt that it was her natural mission, the work for which she was qualified, to set and keep them right.

a particular point in time

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

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

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Mrs. Anderson’s indulgence and tenderness, and Ombra’s superiority, had silenced even her lively spirit.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature

From this reading She felt that it was her natural mission, the work for which she was qualified, to set and keep them right.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

advanced in years; (“aged” is pronounced as two syllables)

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

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

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

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

From this reading Mrs. Anderson’s indulgence and tenderness, and Ombra’s superiority, had silenced even her lively spirit.

meeting the proper standards and requirements and training for an office or position or task

From this reading She felt that it was her natural mission, the work for which she was qualified, to set and keep them right.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading This she had been quite unable to feel herself entitled to do in the Cottage.

reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

plural of “remark” — a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

precisely, exactly

From this reading She felt that it was her natural mission, the work for which she was qualified, to set and keep them right.

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

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

a general conscious awareness

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading She felt that it was her natural mission, the work for which she was qualified, to set and keep them right.

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

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

reduced to silence

From this reading Mrs. Anderson’s indulgence and tenderness, and Ombra’s superiority, had silenced even her lively spirit.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

the vital principle or animating force within living things

From this reading Mrs. Anderson’s indulgence and tenderness, and Ombra’s superiority, had silenced even her lively spirit.

inflected form of “spring” — move forward by leaps and bounds

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

not in physical motion

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

the quality of being superior

From this reading Mrs. Anderson’s indulgence and tenderness, and Ombra’s superiority, had silenced even her lively spirit.

a tendency to express warm and affectionate feeling

From this reading Mrs. Anderson’s indulgence and tenderness, and Ombra’s superiority, had silenced even her lively spirit.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

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

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading She felt that it was her natural mission, the work for which she was qualified, to set and keep them right.

in or at that place or location

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

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

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

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

From this reading This she had been quite unable to feel herself entitled to do in the Cottage.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

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

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

(usually followed by “to”) not having the necessary means or skill or know-how

From this reading This she had been quite unable to feel herself entitled to do in the Cottage.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

plural of “visitor” — someone who visits

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

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

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

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

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading Her instinct for interference, which had been in abeyance since she came to the Cottage, sprung up into full force the moment these inferior creatures came within her reach.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading She felt that it was her natural mission, the work for which she was qualified, to set and keep them right.

but in spite of that

From this reading It will be seen, however, that, though Kate’s interpretation of the imperfections of ‘the boys’ was more genial than that of Ombra, yet that still there was a certain condescension in her remarks, and sense that she herself was older, graver, and of much more serious stuff altogether than the late visitors.