used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
a proposal for an appropriate course of action
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
anew
From this reading When he was alone, Giovanni retraced his steps, and again took up his position near the entrance to the reception-rooms.
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading When he was alone, Giovanni retraced his steps, and again took up his position near the entrance to the reception-rooms.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading When he was alone, Giovanni retraced his steps, and again took up his position near the entrance to the reception-rooms.
Antonelli's
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From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
approvalnounUS /əˈpruːvəl/
the formal act of approving
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
(Roman Catholic Church) one of a group of more than 100 prominent bishops in the Sacred College who advise the Pope and elect new Popes
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
inflected form of “choose” — pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
CoronanounUS /kərˈoʊnə/
the outermost region of the sun's atmosphere; visible as a white halo during a solar eclipse
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
a lawyer who pleads cases in court
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
cultivatedadjectiveUS /ˈkʌltəveɪtɪd/
(of land or fields) prepared for raising crops by plowing or fertilizing
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
disapprovalnounUS /dɪsəˈpruːvəl/
a feeling of disliking something or what someone is doing
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
endedadjectiveUS /ˈendəd/
having come or been brought to a conclusion
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
something that provides access (to get in or get out)
From this reading When he was alone, Giovanni retraced his steps, and again took up his position near the entrance to the reception-rooms.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
exaltedadjectiveUS /ɪɡˈzɔːltɪd/
of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
(of persons) excessively affected by emotion
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
give expression to
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
a social unit living together
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
Giovanni
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From this reading When he was alone, Giovanni retraced his steps, and again took up his position near the entrance to the reception-rooms.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
past form of “happen” — come to pass
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
hatedadjectiveUS /ˈheɪtəd/
treated with dislike or contempt
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading When he was alone, Giovanni retraced his steps, and again took up his position near the entrance to the reception-rooms.
hereditaryadjectiveUS /hərˈedəteri/
occurring among members of a family usually by heredity
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading When he was alone, Giovanni retraced his steps, and again took up his position near the entrance to the reception-rooms.
how
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From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
inbornadjectiveUS /ˈɪnbɔːrn/
present at birth but not necessarily hereditary; acquired during fetal development
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
independencenounUS /ˌɪndɪˈpendəns/
freedom from control or influence of another or others
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
interferencenounUS /ˌɪntərˈfɪrəns/
a policy of intervening in the affairs of other countries
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
and nothing more
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
take in marriage
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
the force of workers available
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
used to form the superlative
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
near in time or place or relationship
From this reading When he was alone, Giovanni retraced his steps, and again took up his position near the entrance to the reception-rooms.
not one and not the other of two
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
not any; not one
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
and not; used after a negative to add a second negative
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
experiencing or manifesting pleasure
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading When he was alone, Giovanni retraced his steps, and again took up his position near the entrance to the reception-rooms.
prejudicenounUS /ˈpredʒədɪs/
a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
housing available for people to live in
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
any competition
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
reception-rooms
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From this reading When he was alone, Giovanni retraced his steps, and again took up his position near the entrance to the reception-rooms.
a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
past form of “regard” — deem to be
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
retracedverbUS /riˈtreɪst/
past form of “retrace” — to go back over again
From this reading When he was alone, Giovanni retraced his steps, and again took up his position near the entrance to the reception-rooms.
Saracinesca
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From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
that is looked for
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
a flight of stairs or a flight of steps
From this reading When he was alone, Giovanni retraced his steps, and again took up his position near the entrance to the reception-rooms.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading When he was alone, Giovanni retraced his steps, and again took up his position near the entrance to the reception-rooms.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading When he was alone, Giovanni retraced his steps, and again took up his position near the entrance to the reception-rooms.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading When he was alone, Giovanni retraced his steps, and again took up his position near the entrance to the reception-rooms.
traditionnounUS /trəˈdɪʃən/
an inherited pattern of thought or action
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
unwarrantableadjective
incapable of being justified or explained
From this reading He was not altogether pleased at the interest his marriage excited in high quarters; he hated interference, and he regarded Cardinal Antonelli's advice in such a matter as an interference of the most unwarrantable kind.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading When he was alone, Giovanni retraced his steps, and again took up his position near the entrance to the reception-rooms.
past form of “wait” — stay in one place and anticipate or expect something
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading When he was alone, Giovanni retraced his steps, and again took up his position near the entrance to the reception-rooms.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
whatsoeveradjectiveUS /ˌwʌtsoʊˈevər/
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
at the time that
From this reading When he was alone, Giovanni retraced his steps, and again took up his position near the entrance to the reception-rooms.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading He had matter for reflection in the interview which had just ended; and, having nothing better to do while he waited for Corona, he thought about what had happened.
which person or people
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading Neither he himself nor his father were men who sought counsel from without, for independence in action was with them a family tradition, as independence of thought was in their race a hereditary quality.
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading To think that if he, Giovanni Saracinesca, chose to marry any woman whatsoever, any one, no matter how exalted in station, should dare to express approval or disapproval was a shock to every inborn and cultivated prejudice in his nature.
