used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Hassan returned to his home, a prey to remorse.
abstractverbUS /æbˈstrækt/
consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
the performance of a part or role in a drama
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
analyseverb
consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
From this reading Men's motives are of a mixed nature, and difficult to analyse.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Men's motives are of a mixed nature, and difficult to analyse.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
ardentadjectiveUS /ˈɑːrdənt/
characterized by intense emotion
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Men's motives are of a mixed nature, and difficult to analyse.
assumeverbUS /əˈsuːm/
take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
awaitedadjectiveUS /əˈweɪtɪd/
expected hopefully
From this reading Azora had escaped this time, but the final scene awaited her.
Azora
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From this reading Azora had escaped this time, but the final scene awaited her.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Azora had escaped this time, but the final scene awaited her.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
customsnounUS /ˈkʌstəmz/
money collected under a tariff
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading Men's motives are of a mixed nature, and difficult to analyse.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
entertainedadjectiveUS /ˌentərˈteɪnd/
pleasantly occupied
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
having escaped, especially from confinement
From this reading Azora had escaped this time, but the final scene awaited her.
expressingverbUS /ɪkˈspresɪŋ/
-ing form of “express” — give expression to
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
finaladjectiveUS /ˈfaɪnəl/
occurring at or forming an end or termination
From this reading Azora had escaped this time, but the final scene awaited her.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
guidancenounUS /ˈɡaɪdəns/
something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Azora had escaped this time, but the final scene awaited her.
Hassan
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From this reading Hassan returned to his home, a prey to remorse.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Azora had escaped this time, but the final scene awaited her.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Hassan returned to his home, a prey to remorse.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading Hassan returned to his home, a prey to remorse.
intense and profound fear
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
Men'snounUS /menz/
a public toilet for men
From this reading Men's motives are of a mixed nature, and difficult to analyse.
consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds
From this reading Men's motives are of a mixed nature, and difficult to analyse.
modesnounUS /moʊdz/
plural of “mode” — how something is done or how it happens
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
modifyverbUS /ˈmɑːdəfaɪ/
make less severe or harsh or extreme
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
motivesnounUS /ˈmoʊtɪvz/
plural of “motive” — the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior
From this reading Men's motives are of a mixed nature, and difficult to analyse.
being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading Men's motives are of a mixed nature, and difficult to analyse.
not any; not one
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Men's motives are of a mixed nature, and difficult to analyse.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
perjurynounUS /ˈpɜːrdʒəri/
criminal offense of making false statements under oath
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
preynounUS /preɪ/
a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence
From this reading Hassan returned to his home, a prey to remorse.
free of extraneous elements of any kind
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
remorsenounUS /rɪˈmɔːrs/
a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)
From this reading Hassan returned to his home, a prey to remorse.
RETRIBUTIONnounUS /ˌret.rəˈbjuː.ʃən/
Punishment inflicted on someone as vengeance for a wrong act. (Sự trừng phạt, quả báo thích đáng.)
From this reading RETRIBUTION.
past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading Hassan returned to his home, a prey to remorse.
the place where some action occurs
From this reading Azora had escaped this time, but the final scene awaited her.
solelyadverbUS /ˈsoʊəli/
without any others being included or involved
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
stingsnounUS /stɪŋz/
plural of “sting” — a kind of pain; something as sudden and painful as being stung
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Azora had escaped this time, but the final scene awaited her.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
in or at that place or location
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Azora had escaped this time, but the final scene awaited her.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Azora had escaped this time, but the final scene awaited her.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Hassan returned to his home, a prey to remorse.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading I do not assume that he was solely moved by the stings of conscience, or that he had any great horror of perjury in the abstract; but, however the customs of a country may modify the modes of expressing the feelings, and of acting under their guidance, there is no doubt that he entertained for Azora a pure and ardent love.
