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Quentin Durward

Chapter XXXII · Chapter 32

Chapter 32 of Quentin Durward is here in full — 124 sentences across 25 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.

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Me rather had my heart might feel your love, Than my displeased eye see your courtesy.
Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.
King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.
Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.
Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.
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Archivist
/ˈɑːrkɪvɪst/
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A keeper or guardian of historical records and memories.

Quentin Durward

Chapter XXXII · Chapter 32

Chapter 32 of Quentin Durward is here in full — 124 sentences across 25 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.

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Me rather had my heart might feel your love, Than my displeased eye see your courtesy.
/miː ˈræðər hæd maɪ hɑːrt maɪt fiːl jɔːr lʌv ðæn maɪ dɪˈspliːzd aɪ siː jɔːr ˈkɜːrtəsi/
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Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.
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King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.
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Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.
/əˈpɑːn ðə ˈprezənt ˌɪmˈpɔːrtənt ˈkraɪsəs ðə kəmˈpoʊʒər ʌv hɪz dɪˈmiːnər hæd æn ˈevədənt ɪˈfekt əˈpɑːn hɪz ˈraɪvəl huː tʃeɪndʒd ðə əˈbrʌpt ənd ˈheɪsti step wɪð wɪtʃ hiː ˈentərd ðə əˈpɑːrtmənt ˈɪntuː wʌn mɔːr bɪˈkʌmɪŋ ə ɡreɪt ˈvæsəl ˈentərɪŋ ðə ˈprezəns ʌv hɪz lɔːrd ˈperəmaʊnt/
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Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.
/əˈperəntli ðə duːk hæd fɔːrmd ðə ˌɪnˈtɜːrnəl ˌrezəˈluːʃən tuː triːt ˈluːɪs ɪn ðə ˈaʊtset æt liːst wɪð ðə fɔːrˈmælətiz duː tuː hɪz haɪ ˈsteɪʃən bʌt æt ðə seɪm taɪm ɪt wɑːz ˈevədənt ðæt ɪn ˈduːɪŋ soʊ hiː pʊt noʊ smɔːl kənˈstreɪnt əˈpɑːn ðə ˈfaɪəri ˌɪmˈpeɪʃəns ʌv hɪz oʊn ˌdɪspəˈzɪʃən ənd wɑːz skers ˈeɪbəl tuː kənˈtroʊl ðə ˈfiːlɪŋz ʌv rɪˈzentmənt ənd ðə θɜːrst ʌv riˈvendʒ wɪtʃ bɔɪld ɪn hɪz ˈbʊzəm/

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These definitions explain words found in the current reading and keep every example grounded in its original sentence.

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axes noun US /ˈæksɪz/

plural of “ax” — an edge tool with a heavy bladed head mounted across a handle

From this reading “Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.”

Burgundy noun US /ˈbɜːrɡəndi/

a former province of eastern France that is famous for its wines

From this reading “Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.”

formalities noun US /fɔːrˈmælətiz/

a requirement of etiquette or custom

From this reading “Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.”

Herbert's noun US /ˈhɜːrbərts/

possessive form of “herbert” — United States musician and composer and conductor noted for his comic operas (1859-1924)

From this reading “Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.”

Paramount adjective US /ˈperəmaʊnt/

having superior power and influence

From this reading “Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.”

partisans noun US /ˈpɑːrtəzənz/

plural of “partisan” — a fervent and even militant proponent of something

From this reading “Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.”

toll noun US /toʊl/

a fee levied for the use of roads or bridges (used for maintenance)

From this reading “Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.”

vassal noun US /ˈvæsəl/

a person holding a fief; a person who owes allegiance and service to a feudal lord

From this reading “Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.”

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adeterminerUS /ə/

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

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

ableadjectiveUS /ˈeɪbəl/

(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

abruptadjectiveUS /əˈbrʌpt/

marked by sudden changes in subject and sharp transitions

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

airnounUS /er/

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

althoughconjunctionUS /ˌɔːlˈðoʊ/

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

andeterminerUS /æn/

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

andconjunctionUS /ənd/

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

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

apartmentnounUS /əˈpɑːrtmənt/

a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

ApparentlyadverbUS /əˈperəntli/

from appearances alone

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

armedadjectiveUS /ɑːrmd/

(used of persons or the military) characterized by having or bearing arms

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

aroseverbUS /ərˈoʊz/

inflected form of “arise” — come into existence; take on form or shape

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

assumeverbUS /əˈsuːm/

take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

atprepositionUS /æt/

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

axesnounUS /ˈæksɪz/

plural of “ax” — an edge tool with a heavy bladed head mounted across a handle

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

battlenounUS /ˈbætəl/

a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

beauxiliary verbUS /biː/

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

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

becomingadjectiveUS /bɪˈkʌmɪŋ/

according with custom or propriety

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

bellnounUS /bel/

a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

boiledadjectiveUS /bɔɪld/

cooked in hot water

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

bosomnounUS /ˈbʊzəm/

the chest considered as the place where secret thoughts are kept

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

BurgundynounUS /ˈbɜːrɡəndi/

a former province of eastern France that is famous for its wines

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

butconjunctionUS /bʌt/

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

byprepositionUS /baɪ/

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

CastlenounUS /ˈkæsəl/

a large and stately mansion

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

changedadjectiveUS /tʃeɪndʒd/

made or become different in nature or form

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

CharlesnounUS /tʃɑːrlz/

King of France from 1560 to 1574 whose reign was dominated by his mother Catherine de Medicis (1550-1574)

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

composurenounUS /kəmˈpoʊʒər/

steadiness of mind under stress

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

constraintnounUS /kənˈstreɪnt/

the state of being physically constrained

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

controlnounUS /kənˈtroʊl/

power to direct or determine

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

couldmodal verbUS /kʊd/

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

councilnounUS /ˈkaʊnsəl/

a body serving in an administrative capacity

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

courtesynounUS /ˈkɜːrtəsi/

a courteous or respectful or considerate act

From this reading Me rather had my heart might feel your love, Than my displeased eye see your courtesy.

cousinnounUS /ˈkʌzən/

the child of your aunt or uncle

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

crisisnounUS /ˈkraɪsəs/

an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

demeanournounUS /dɪˈmiːnər/

(behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

dignitynounUS /ˈdɪɡnəti/

the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

displeasedadjectiveUS /dɪˈspliːzd/

not pleased; experiencing or manifesting displeasure

From this reading Me rather had my heart might feel your love, Than my displeased eye see your courtesy.

dispositionnounUS /ˌdɪspəˈzɪʃən/

your usual mood

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

doingverbUS /ˈduːɪŋ/

-ing form of “do” — engage in

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

dressverbUS /dres/

put on clothes

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

dueadjectiveUS /duː/

owed and payable immediately or on demand

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

DukenounUS /duːk/

a British peer of the highest rank

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

effectnounUS /ɪˈfekt/

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

enteredverbUS /ˈentərd/

past form of “enter” — to come or go into

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

enteringnounUS /ˈentərɪŋ/

a movement into or inward

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

evidentadjectiveUS /ˈevədənt/

clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

expectedadjectiveUS /ɪkˈspektəd/

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

eyenounUS /aɪ/

the organ of sight

From this reading Me rather had my heart might feel your love, Than my displeased eye see your courtesy.

familiaritynounUS /fəˌmɪˈljerəti/

personal knowledge or information about someone or something

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

feelverbUS /fiːl/

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

From this reading Me rather had my heart might feel your love, Than my displeased eye see your courtesy.

feelingsnounUS /ˈfiːlɪŋz/

emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

fewadjectiveUS /fjuː/

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

fieryadjectiveUS /ˈfaɪəri/

characterized by intense emotion

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

followedverbUS /ˈfɑːloʊd/

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

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

formalitiesnounUS /fɔːrˈmælətiz/

a requirement of etiquette or custom

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

formedadjectiveUS /fɔːrmd/

having or given a form or shape

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

FrenchnounUS /frentʃ/

the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

greatadjectiveUS /ɡreɪt/

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/

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

From this reading Me rather had my heart might feel your love, Than my displeased eye see your courtesy.

HallnounUS /hɔːl/

an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

hastyadjectiveUS /ˈheɪsti/

excessively quick

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

hepronounUS /hiː/

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

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

heartnounUS /hɑːrt/

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading Me rather had my heart might feel your love, Than my displeased eye see your courtesy.

Herbert'snounUS /ˈhɜːrbərts/

possessive form of “herbert” — United States musician and composer and conductor noted for his comic operas (1859-1924)

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

highadjectiveUS /haɪ/

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

hisdeterminerUS /hɪz/

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

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

how

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From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

IpronounUS /aɪ/

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

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

IInoun

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

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

impatiencenounUS /ˌɪmˈpeɪʃəns/

a lack of patience; irritation with anything that causes delay

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

importantadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpɔːrtənt/

of great significance or value

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

inprepositionUS /ɪn/

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

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

internaladjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈtɜːrnəl/

happening or arising or located within some limits or especially surface

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

isauxiliary verbUS /ɪz/

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

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

itpronounUS /ɪt/

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

judgedverbUS /dʒʌdʒd/

past form of “judge” — determine the result of (a competition)

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

KINGnounUS /kɪŋ/

a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

kneenounUS /niː/

hinge joint in the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur and protected in front by the patella

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

knewverbUS /nuː/

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

knowverbUS /noʊ/

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

leastadjectiveUS /liːst/

the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

LordnounUS /lɔːrd/

terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

LouisnounUS /ˈluːɪs/

United States prizefighter who was world heavyweight champion for 12 years (1914-1981)

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

lovenounUS /lʌv/

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading Me rather had my heart might feel your love, Than my displeased eye see your courtesy.

madeadjectiveUS /meɪd/

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

mannersnounUS /ˈmænərz/

social deportment

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

MepronounUS /miː/

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

From this reading Me rather had my heart might feel your love, Than my displeased eye see your courtesy.

meannessnounUS /ˈmiːnnəs/

the quality of being deliberately mean

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

mightmodal verbUS /maɪt/

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Me rather had my heart might feel your love, Than my displeased eye see your courtesy.

moreadjectiveUS /mɔːr/

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

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

mydeterminerUS /maɪ/

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading Me rather had my heart might feel your love, Than my displeased eye see your courtesy.

necessaryadjectiveUS /ˈnesəseri/

absolutely essential

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

nodeterminerUS /noʊ/

not any; not one

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

noblesnounUS /ˈnoʊbəlz/

plural of “noble” — a titled peer of the realm

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

occasionnounUS /əˈkeɪʒən/

an event that occurs at a critical time

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

ofprepositionUS /ʌv/

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

onprepositionUS /ɑːn/

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

onepronounUS /wʌn/

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

ordinarynounUS /ˈɔːrdəneri/

a judge of a probate court

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

outsetnounUS /ˈaʊtset/

the time at which something is supposed to begin

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

ownverbUS /oʊn/

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

ParamountadjectiveUS /ˈperəmaʊnt/

having superior power and influence

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

partnounUS /pɑːrt/

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

partisansnounUS /ˈpɑːrtəzənz/

plural of “partisan” — a fervent and even militant proponent of something

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

peersnounUS /pɪrz/

plural of “peer” — a person who is of equal standing with another in a group

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

Peronne

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From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

presencenounUS /ˈprezəns/

the state of being present; current existence

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

presentverbUS /ˈprezənt/

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

putverbUS /pʊt/

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

ratheradverbUS /ˈræðər/

on the contrary

From this reading Me rather had my heart might feel your love, Than my displeased eye see your courtesy.

remainedverbUS /rɪˈmeɪnd/

past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

resentmentnounUS /rɪˈzentmənt/

a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

resolutionnounUS /ˌrezəˈluːʃən/

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

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

revengenounUS /riˈvendʒ/

action taken in return for an injury or offense

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

RICHARD

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From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

rivalverbUS /ˈraɪvəl/

be equal to in quality or ability

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

sameadjectiveUS /seɪm/

Identical; not different.

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

scarceadverbUS /skers/

only a very short time before

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

seeverbUS /siː/

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Me rather had my heart might feel your love, Than my displeased eye see your courtesy.

smalladjectiveUS /smɔːl/

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

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

soconjunctionUS /soʊ/

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

spitenounUS /spaɪt/

feeling a need to see others suffer

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

standingadjectiveUS /ˈstændɪŋ/

having a supporting base

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

stationnounUS /ˈsteɪʃən/

a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

stepnounUS /step/

any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

stepsnounUS /steps/

a flight of stairs or a flight of steps

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

summonverbUS /ˈsʌmən/

call in an official matter, such as to attend court

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

ThanconjunctionUS /ðæn/

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Me rather had my heart might feel your love, Than my displeased eye see your courtesy.

thatconjunctionUS /ðæt/

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

thedeterminerUS /ðə/

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

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

thenadverbUS /ðen/

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

thirstnounUS /θɜːrst/

a physiological need to drink

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

ThusadverbUS /ðʌs/

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

timenounUS /taɪm/

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

toparticleUS /tuː/

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

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

togetheradverbUS /təˈɡeðər/

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

tollnounUS /toʊl/

a fee levied for the use of roads or bridges (used for maintenance)

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

towardsprepositionUS /təˈwɔːrdz/

in the direction of

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

TowernounUS /ˈtaʊər/

a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

trainverbUS /treɪn/

create by training and teaching

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

treatverbUS /triːt/

interact in a certain way

From this reading Apparently the Duke had formed the internal resolution to treat Louis, in the outset at least, with the formalities due to his high station; but at the same time it was evident, that, in doing so, he put no small constraint upon the fiery impatience of his own disposition, and was scarce able to control the feelings of resentment and the thirst of revenge which boiled in his bosom.

twonounUS /tuː/

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

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

UpadjectiveUS /ʌp/

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

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

UponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

vassalnounUS /ˈvæsəl/

a person holding a fief; a person who owes allegiance and service to a feudal lord

From this reading Upon the present important crisis, the composure of his demeanour had an evident effect upon his rival, who changed the abrupt and hasty step with which he entered the apartment into one more becoming a great vassal entering the presence of his Lord Paramount.

veryadjectiveUS /ˈveri/

precisely as stated

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

visitverbUS /ˈvɪzɪt/

go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/

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

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

welladverbUS /wel/

(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 King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

whenconjunctionUS /wen/

at the time that

From this reading King Louis, who had expected the visit, arose and made two steps towards the Duke, and then remained standing with an air of dignity, which, in spite of the meanness of his dress, and the familiarity of his ordinary manners, he knew very well how to assume when he judged it necessary.

whichpronounUS /wɪtʃ/

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

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

whopronounUS /huː/

which person or people

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

withprepositionUS /wɪð/

in the company of; together with

From this reading Up, cousin, up--your heart is up, I know, Thus high at least--although your knee-- KING RICHARD II At the first toll of the bell which was to summon the great nobles of Burgundy together in council, with the very few French peers who could be present on the occasion, Duke Charles, followed by a part of his train, armed with partisans and battle axes, entered the Hall of Herbert's Tower, in the Castle of Peronne.

yourdeterminerUS /jɔːr/

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading Me rather had my heart might feel your love, Than my displeased eye see your courtesy.

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