Chapter I · Chapter 1

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

From this reading “Sometimes, however, like a fire that has been smouldering under the ashes, the flame of youthful passions blazed up within me.

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

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

plural of “arch” — a curved shape in the vertical plane that spans an opening

From this reading And soon, tranquilized, I would go to sleep in the purple of hope, beholding in the vista of the distant future the triumphal arches erected to my success.

The powdery residue left after the burning of a substance.

From this reading “Sometimes, however, like a fire that has been smouldering under the ashes, the flame of youthful passions blazed up within me.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading “Sometimes, however, like a fire that has been smouldering under the ashes, the flame of youthful passions blazed up within me.

perception by means of the eyes

From this reading And soon, tranquilized, I would go to sleep in the purple of hope, beholding in the vista of the distant future the triumphal arches erected to my success.

past form of “blaze” — shine brightly and intensively

From this reading “Sometimes, however, like a fire that has been smouldering under the ashes, the flame of youthful passions blazed up within me.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But I had the faith which raises mountains--faith in myself and my work.

inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

plural of “craving” — an intense desire for some particular thing

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

the feeling of despair in the face of obstacles

From this reading I had hours of madness, of discouragement, of distress, during which solitude was loathsome to me.

separated in space or coming from or going to a distance

From this reading And soon, tranquilized, I would go to sleep in the purple of hope, beholding in the vista of the distant future the triumphal arches erected to my success.

psychological suffering

From this reading I had hours of madness, of discouragement, of distress, during which solitude was loathsome to me.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading I had hours of madness, of discouragement, of distress, during which solitude was loathsome to me.

past form of “erect” — construct, build, or erect

From this reading And soon, tranquilized, I would go to sleep in the purple of hope, beholding in the vista of the distant future the triumphal arches erected to my success.

the state or fact of existing

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny

From this reading But I had the faith which raises mountains--faith in myself and my work.

the petals or sepals of a flower that bend downward (especially the outer perianth of an iris)

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

start firing a weapon

From this reading “Sometimes, however, like a fire that has been smouldering under the ashes, the flame of youthful passions blazed up within me.

A hot glowing body of ignited gas produced by fire.

From this reading “Sometimes, however, like a fire that has been smouldering under the ashes, the flame of youthful passions blazed up within me.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

yet to be or coming

From this reading And soon, tranquilized, I would go to sleep in the purple of hope, beholding in the vista of the distant future the triumphal arches erected to my success.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading And soon, tranquilized, I would go to sleep in the purple of hope, beholding in the vista of the distant future the triumphal arches erected to my success.

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

From this reading I had hours of madness, of discouragement, of distress, during which solitude was loathsome to me.

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

From this reading “Sometimes, however, like a fire that has been smouldering under the ashes, the flame of youthful passions blazed up within me.

a specific instance of feeling hopeful

From this reading And soon, tranquilized, I would go to sleep in the purple of hope, beholding in the vista of the distant future the triumphal arches erected to my success.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading I had hours of madness, of discouragement, of distress, during which solitude was loathsome to me.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading “Sometimes, however, like a fire that has been smouldering under the ashes, the flame of youthful passions blazed up within me.

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

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

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

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

plural of “interest” — a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

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

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

the collection of rules imposed by authority

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading “Sometimes, however, like a fire that has been smouldering under the ashes, the flame of youthful passions blazed up within me.

causing or able to cause nausea

From this reading I had hours of madness, of discouragement, of distress, during which solitude was loathsome to me.

obsolete terms for legal insanity

From this reading I had hours of madness, of discouragement, of distress, during which solitude was loathsome to me.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading “Sometimes, however, like a fire that has been smouldering under the ashes, the flame of youthful passions blazed up within me.

a musical composition consisting of a series of songs or other musical pieces from various sources

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

leniency and compassion shown toward offenders by a person or agency charged with administering justice

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

belonging to the modern era; since the Middle Ages

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading But I had the faith which raises mountains--faith in myself and my work.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading But I had the faith which raises mountains--faith in myself and my work.

used when the speaker is also the object of the action

From this reading But I had the faith which raises mountains--faith in myself and my work.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

plural of “passion” — a strong feeling or emotion

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

a purple color or pigment

From this reading And soon, tranquilized, I would go to sleep in the purple of hope, beholding in the vista of the distant future the triumphal arches erected to my success.

plural of “raise” — the amount a salary is increased

From this reading But I had the faith which raises mountains--faith in myself and my work.

inspiring scornful pity

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

a particular branch of scientific knowledge

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended

From this reading And soon, tranquilized, I would go to sleep in the purple of hope, beholding in the vista of the distant future the triumphal arches erected to my success.

showing scarcely suppressed anger

From this reading “Sometimes, however, like a fire that has been smouldering under the ashes, the flame of youthful passions blazed up within me.

a state of social isolation

From this reading I had hours of madness, of discouragement, of distress, during which solitude was loathsome to me.

on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always

From this reading “Sometimes, however, like a fire that has been smouldering under the ashes, the flame of youthful passions blazed up within me.

in the near future

From this reading And soon, tranquilized, I would go to sleep in the purple of hope, beholding in the vista of the distant future the triumphal arches erected to my success.

make a strenuous or labored effort

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading And soon, tranquilized, I would go to sleep in the purple of hope, beholding in the vista of the distant future the triumphal arches erected to my success.

plural of “summit” — the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

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

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

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

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

very sad; especially involving grief or death or destruction

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

past form of “trample” — tread or stomp heavily or roughly

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

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From this reading And soon, tranquilized, I would go to sleep in the purple of hope, beholding in the vista of the distant future the triumphal arches erected to my success.

relating to or celebrating a triumph

From this reading And soon, tranquilized, I would go to sleep in the purple of hope, beholding in the vista of the distant future the triumphal arches erected to my success.

a state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

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

From this reading “Sometimes, however, like a fire that has been smouldering under the ashes, the flame of youthful passions blazed up within me.

the visual percept of a region

From this reading And soon, tranquilized, I would go to sleep in the purple of hope, beholding in the vista of the distant future the triumphal arches erected to my success.

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

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

wanting in physical strength

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

in or at the place that

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

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

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

belonging to which person

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

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From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

a means of flight or ascent

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading “Sometimes, however, like a fire that has been smouldering under the ashes, the flame of youthful passions blazed up within me.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

misery resulting from affliction

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

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

From this reading But I had the faith which raises mountains--faith in myself and my work.

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

From this reading And soon, tranquilized, I would go to sleep in the purple of hope, beholding in the vista of the distant future the triumphal arches erected to my success.

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading And, from the summits where I was carried on the wings of science, I took pity on your modern existence, on that ridiculous and tragical medley of passions, interests, and cravings; that struggle without truce or mercy, whose law is, woe to the weak, in which whosoever falls is trampled under feet.

suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh

From this reading “Sometimes, however, like a fire that has been smouldering under the ashes, the flame of youthful passions blazed up within me.