Chapter IX

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

From this reading Suddenly a voice, blatant and dictatorial, fell upon his consciousness.

past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

acted upon; influenced

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

later than; following

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

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

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

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

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

the psychological state of being irritated or annoyed

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

the qualities that give pleasure to the senses

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading And very soon Leonard threw off his lassitude and became heartily interested in his friend’s trouble.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

the time when something begins (especially life)

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

without any attempt at concealment; completely obvious

From this reading Suddenly a voice, blatant and dictatorial, fell upon his consciousness.

the two together, not just one

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

elegance by virtue of fineness of manner and expression

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

plural of “chair” — a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

the state of being with someone

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

an alert cognitive state in which you are aware of yourself and your situation

From this reading Suddenly a voice, blatant and dictatorial, fell upon his consciousness.

a conference (usually with someone important)

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

a particular society at a particular time and place

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

look down on with disdain

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

of or characteristic of a dictator

From this reading Suddenly a voice, blatant and dictatorial, fell upon his consciousness.

-ing form of “dispute” — take exception to

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

a feeling of grudging admiration and desire to have something that is possessed by another

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow

From this reading Suddenly a voice, blatant and dictatorial, fell upon his consciousness.

being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

a requirement of etiquette or custom

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

a fortified military post where troops are stationed

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

possessive form of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading And very soon Leonard threw off his lassitude and became heartily interested in his friend’s trouble.

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From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

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

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

inflected form of “grow” — pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

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

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

the emotion of intense dislike; a feeling of dislike so strong that it demands action

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

with gusto and without reservation

From this reading And very soon Leonard threw off his lassitude and became heartily interested in his friend’s trouble.

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

From this reading And very soon Leonard threw off his lassitude and became heartily interested in his friend’s trouble.

Roman lyric poet said to have influenced English poetry (65-8 BC)

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

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

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern

From this reading And very soon Leonard threw off his lassitude and became heartily interested in his friend’s trouble.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

a state of comatose torpor (as found in sleeping sickness)

From this reading And very soon Leonard threw off his lassitude and became heartily interested in his friend’s trouble.

United States writer of thrillers (born in 1925)

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

possessive form of “leonard” — United States writer of thrillers (born in 1925)

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

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

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

less than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

social deportment

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

the force of workers available

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

not one and not the other of two

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading And very soon Leonard threw off his lassitude and became heartily interested in his friend’s trouble.

on one occasion

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

above and across; more than

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

the quality of being widely admired or accepted or sought after

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

with speed

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

located or moved above the surround or above the normal position

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

past form of “rouse” — become active

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

work done by one person or group that benefits another

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

in the near future

From this reading And very soon Leonard threw off his lassitude and became heartily interested in his friend’s trouble.

the place where something begins, where it springs into being

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

happening unexpectedly

From this reading Suddenly a voice, blatant and dictatorial, fell upon his consciousness.

a word or expression used for some particular thing

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

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

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

inflected form of “throw” — propel through the air

From this reading And very soon Leonard threw off his lassitude and became heartily interested in his friend’s trouble.

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

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

a source of difficulty

From this reading And very soon Leonard threw off his lassitude and became heartily interested in his friend’s trouble.

difficult to solve or alleviate

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Suddenly a voice, blatant and dictatorial, fell upon his consciousness.

precisely as stated

From this reading And very soon Leonard threw off his lassitude and became heartily interested in his friend’s trouble.

the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading Suddenly a voice, blatant and dictatorial, fell upon his consciousness.

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

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

the state of being rich and affluent; having a plentiful supply of material goods and money

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

which person or people

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete

From this reading It was the voice of a man who had been a member of the company raised by Leonard, and who during the whole term of its service was a source of annoyance and disputing--a man of low birth and of a mean, envious nature, who had neither a good education nor good breeding, and, indeed, who affected to despise both.

a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Then Leonard went with McKenzie, and after the little formalities with the men present in the guard-room were over, Leonard and McKenzie took chairs to an open window and began their consultation.

a young person (especially a young man or boy)

From this reading Leonard’s youth, beauty, fine culture, and fine manners, added to his great wealth and popularity, roused at once Horace Gilson’s envy; and envy in the close companionship of a military fort quickly grew to an almost uncontrollable hatred.