used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
personal knowledge or information about someone or something
From this reading Author of “Literary Friends And Acquaintance,” “Literature And Life,” “The Kentons,” “Their Silver Wedding Journey,” Etc., Etc.
agitatedadjectiveUS /ˈædʒəteɪtɪd/
troubled emotionally and usually deeply
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Hewson appreciated this as soon as he realized that he had been confronted with an apparition.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Author of “Literary Friends And Acquaintance,” “Literature And Life,” “The Kentons,” “Their Silver Wedding Journey,” Etc., Etc.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
APPARITIONnounUS /ˌæpərˈɪʃən/
a ghostly appearing figure
From this reading HIS APPARITION.
appreciatedadjectiveUS /əˈpriːʃieɪtɪd/
fully understood or grasped
From this reading Hewson appreciated this as soon as he realized that he had been confronted with an apparition.
inflected form of “arise” — come into existence; take on form or shape
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Hewson appreciated this as soon as he realized that he had been confronted with an apparition.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading Author of “Literary Friends And Acquaintance,” “Literature And Life,” “The Kentons,” “Their Silver Wedding Journey,” Etc., Etc.
(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
conflictnounUS /ˈkɑːnflɪkt/
an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals)
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
confrontedverbUS /kənˈfrʌntəd/
past form of “confront” — oppose, as in hostility or a competition
From this reading Hewson appreciated this as soon as he realized that he had been confronted with an apparition.
the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
Etc
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From this reading Author of “Literary Friends And Acquaintance,” “Literature And Life,” “The Kentons,” “Their Silver Wedding Journey,” Etc., Etc.
at any time
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading Author of “Literary Friends And Acquaintance,” “Literature And Life,” “The Kentons,” “Their Silver Wedding Journey,” Etc., Etc.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Hewson appreciated this as soon as he realized that he had been confronted with an apparition.
Hewson
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From this reading Hewson appreciated this as soon as he realized that he had been confronted with an apparition.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading HIS APPARITION.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
a single distinct event
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
used when the thing doing the action is also its object
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading Author of “Literary Friends And Acquaintance,” “Literature And Life,” “The Kentons,” “Their Silver Wedding Journey,” Etc., Etc.
Kentons
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From this reading Author of “Literary Friends And Acquaintance,” “Literature And Life,” “The Kentons,” “Their Silver Wedding Journey,” Etc., Etc.
lackingadjectiveUS /ˈlækɪŋ/
inadequate in amount or degree
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Author of “Literary Friends And Acquaintance,” “Literature And Life,” “The Kentons,” “Their Silver Wedding Journey,” Etc., Etc.
of or relating to or characteristic of literature
From this reading Author of “Literary Friends And Acquaintance,” “Literature And Life,” “The Kentons,” “Their Silver Wedding Journey,” Etc., Etc.
creative writing of recognized artistic value
From this reading Author of “Literary Friends And Acquaintance,” “Literature And Life,” “The Kentons,” “Their Silver Wedding Journey,” Etc., Etc.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
manifestationsnounUS /ˌmænəfeˈsteɪʃənz/
plural of “manifestation” — a clear appearance
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
a particular point in time
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
not any; not one
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Author of “Literary Friends And Acquaintance,” “Literature And Life,” “The Kentons,” “Their Silver Wedding Journey,” Etc., Etc.
perturbationnounUS /ˌpɜːrtərˈbeɪʃən/
an unhappy and worried mental state
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
professionaladjectiveUS /prəˈfeʃənəl/
engaged in a profession or engaging in as a profession or means of livelihood
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
successfully completed or brought to an end
From this reading Hewson appreciated this as soon as he realized that he had been confronted with an apparition.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
a general conscious awareness
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography
From this reading Author of “Literary Friends And Acquaintance,” “Literature And Life,” “The Kentons,” “Their Silver Wedding Journey,” Etc., Etc.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
in the near future
From this reading Hewson appreciated this as soon as he realized that he had been confronted with an apparition.
spiritualismnounUS /ˈspɪrɪtʃuːəlɪzəm/
(theology) any doctrine that asserts the separate existence of God
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
supernaturalnounUS /ˌsuːpərˈnætʃərəl/
supernatural forces and events and beings collectively
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Hewson appreciated this as soon as he realized that he had been confronted with an apparition.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Author of “Literary Friends And Acquaintance,” “Literature And Life,” “The Kentons,” “Their Silver Wedding Journey,” Etc., Etc.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Author of “Literary Friends And Acquaintance,” “Literature And Life,” “The Kentons,” “Their Silver Wedding Journey,” Etc., Etc.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Hewson appreciated this as soon as he realized that he had been confronted with an apparition.
up to a particular time
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
precisely as stated
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
vulgarizeverb
cater to popular taste to make popular and present to the general public; bring into general or common use
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
the social event at which the ceremony of marriage is performed
From this reading Author of “Literary Friends And Acquaintance,” “Literature And Life,” “The Kentons,” “Their Silver Wedding Journey,” Etc., Etc.
at the time that
From this reading He had been very little agitated at the moment, and it was not till later, when the conflict between sense and reason concerning the fact itself arose, that he was aware of any perturbation.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The incident was of a dignity which the supernatural has by no means always had, and which has been more than ever lacking in it since the manifestations of professional spiritualism began to vulgarize it.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Hewson appreciated this as soon as he realized that he had been confronted with an apparition.
