Chapter V

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

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

From this reading There is no danger that the testimony of ages should be reversed, and we add our suffrages to it with confidence, and even with enthusiasm.

filled with fear or apprehension

From this reading But we doubt reasonably enough, whether that which was applauded yesterday may not be condemned to-morrow; and are afraid of setting our names to a fraudulent claim to distinction.

later than; following

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

plural of “age” — how long something has existed

From this reading There is no danger that the testimony of ages should be reversed, and we add our suffrages to it with confidence, and even with enthusiasm.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

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

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

past form of “applaud” — clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval

From this reading But we doubt reasonably enough, whether that which was applauded yesterday may not be condemned to-morrow; and are afraid of setting our names to a fraudulent claim to distinction.

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

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

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

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

for the reason that

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

inflected form of “bear” — have

From this reading However satisfied we may be in our own minds, we are not sufficiently borne out by general opinion and sympathy to prevent certain misgivings and scruples on the subject.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But we doubt reasonably enough, whether that which was applauded yesterday may not be condemned to-morrow; and are afraid of setting our names to a fraudulent claim to distinction.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

an evasion of the point of an argument by raising irrelevant distinctions or objections

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading However satisfied we may be in our own minds, we are not sufficiently borne out by general opinion and sympathy to prevent certain misgivings and scruples on the subject.

an assertion of a right (as to money or property)

From this reading But we doubt reasonably enough, whether that which was applauded yesterday may not be condemned to-morrow; and are afraid of setting our names to a fraudulent claim to distinction.

past form of “condemn” — express strong disapproval of

From this reading But we doubt reasonably enough, whether that which was applauded yesterday may not be condemned to-morrow; and are afraid of setting our names to a fraudulent claim to distinction.

freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

From this reading There is no danger that the testimony of ages should be reversed, and we add our suffrages to it with confidence, and even with enthusiasm.

establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

carefully weighed

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

opposition between two conflicting forces or ideas

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading There is no danger that the testimony of ages should be reversed, and we add our suffrages to it with confidence, and even with enthusiasm.

no longer having or seeming to have or expecting to have life

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

a conversation between two persons

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

an inclination to withhold approval from some person or group

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

a discrimination between things as different and distinct on the basis of their characteristics or attributes

From this reading But we doubt reasonably enough, whether that which was applauded yesterday may not be condemned to-morrow; and are afraid of setting our names to a fraudulent claim to distinction.

the state of being unsure of something

From this reading But we doubt reasonably enough, whether that which was applauded yesterday may not be condemned to-morrow; and are afraid of setting our names to a fraudulent claim to distinction.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading But we doubt reasonably enough, whether that which was applauded yesterday may not be condemned to-morrow; and are afraid of setting our names to a fraudulent claim to distinction.

a feeling of excitement

From this reading There is no danger that the testimony of ages should be reversed, and we add our suffrages to it with confidence, and even with enthusiasm.

showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

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

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

an analytic or interpretive literary composition

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

brought about or set up or accepted; especially long established

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

divisible by two

From this reading There is no danger that the testimony of ages should be reversed, and we add our suffrages to it with confidence, and even with enthusiasm.

not in accordance with the fact or reality or actuality

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

the experiencing of affective and emotional states

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

intended to deceive

From this reading But we doubt reasonably enough, whether that which was applauded yesterday may not be condemned to-morrow; and are afraid of setting our names to a fraudulent claim to distinction.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading However satisfied we may be in our own minds, we are not sufficiently borne out by general opinion and sympathy to prevent certain misgivings and scruples on the subject.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

a nonmetallic univalent element that is normally a colorless and odorless highly flammable diatomic gas; the simplest and lightest and most abundant element in the universe

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

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

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

not solid; having a space or gap or cavity

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading However satisfied we may be in our own minds, we are not sufficiently borne out by general opinion and sympathy to prevent certain misgivings and scruples on the subject.

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

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

clarify by giving an example of

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

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

From this reading However satisfied we may be in our own minds, we are not sufficiently borne out by general opinion and sympathy to prevent certain misgivings and scruples on the subject.

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

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

a feeling of jealous envy (especially of a rival)

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

any admirable quality or attribute

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

plural of “mind” — that which is responsible for one's thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason

From this reading However satisfied we may be in our own minds, we are not sufficiently borne out by general opinion and sympathy to prevent certain misgivings and scruples on the subject.

plural of “misgiving” — uneasiness about the fitness of an action

From this reading However satisfied we may be in our own minds, we are not sufficiently borne out by general opinion and sympathy to prevent certain misgivings and scruples on the subject.

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

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

verbal abuse; a crude substitute for argument

From this reading But we doubt reasonably enough, whether that which was applauded yesterday may not be condemned to-morrow; and are afraid of setting our names to a fraudulent claim to distinction.

not any; not one

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty

From this reading However satisfied we may be in our own minds, we are not sufficiently borne out by general opinion and sympathy to prevent certain misgivings and scruples on the subject.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading There is no danger that the testimony of ages should be reversed, and we add our suffrages to it with confidence, and even with enthusiasm.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading However satisfied we may be in our own minds, we are not sufficiently borne out by general opinion and sympathy to prevent certain misgivings and scruples on the subject.

to some extent; in some degree; not wholly

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

the quality of being widely admired or accepted or sought after

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

plural of “pretension” — a false or unsupportable quality

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

keep from happening or arising; make impossible

From this reading However satisfied we may be in our own minds, we are not sufficiently borne out by general opinion and sympathy to prevent certain misgivings and scruples on the subject.

in the right manner; correctly; suitably

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

to certain extent or degree

From this reading But we doubt reasonably enough, whether that which was applauded yesterday may not be condemned to-morrow; and are afraid of setting our names to a fraudulent claim to distinction.

turned inside out and resewn

From this reading There is no danger that the testimony of ages should be reversed, and we add our suffrages to it with confidence, and even with enthusiasm.

filled with satisfaction

From this reading However satisfied we may be in our own minds, we are not sufficiently borne out by general opinion and sympathy to prevent certain misgivings and scruples on the subject.

a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions

From this reading However satisfied we may be in our own minds, we are not sufficiently borne out by general opinion and sympathy to prevent certain misgivings and scruples on the subject.

make tight; secure against leakage

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

the context and environment in which something is set

From this reading But we doubt reasonably enough, whether that which was applauded yesterday may not be condemned to-morrow; and are afraid of setting our names to a fraudulent claim to distinction.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading There is no danger that the testimony of ages should be reversed, and we add our suffrages to it with confidence, and even with enthusiasm.

the utterance of intelligible speech

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading However satisfied we may be in our own minds, we are not sufficiently borne out by general opinion and sympathy to prevent certain misgivings and scruples on the subject.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

happening without warning or in a short space of time

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

to a sufficient degree

From this reading However satisfied we may be in our own minds, we are not sufficiently borne out by general opinion and sympathy to prevent certain misgivings and scruples on the subject.

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From this reading There is no danger that the testimony of ages should be reversed, and we add our suffrages to it with confidence, and even with enthusiasm.

an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion

From this reading However satisfied we may be in our own minds, we are not sufficiently borne out by general opinion and sympathy to prevent certain misgivings and scruples on the subject.

a solemn statement made under oath

From this reading There is no danger that the testimony of ages should be reversed, and we add our suffrages to it with confidence, and even with enthusiasm.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

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

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

in or at that place or location

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

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

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

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From this reading But we doubt reasonably enough, whether that which was applauded yesterday may not be condemned to-morrow; and are afraid of setting our names to a fraudulent claim to distinction.

change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

lacking a sense of security or affording no ease or reassurance

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

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

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

an arrogant or presumptuous person

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

employed in accomplishing something

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

under normal conditions

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

plural of “want” — a state of extreme poverty

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

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

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

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

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

in contrast with the fact that

From this reading I used to illustrate the argument by saying, that this was the reason we were not envious of the dead, because their merit was established beyond the reach of cavil or contradiction; whereas we are jealous and uneasy at sudden and upstart popularity, which wants the seal of time to confirm it, and which after all may turn out to be false and hollow.

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading But we doubt reasonably enough, whether that which was applauded yesterday may not be condemned to-morrow; and are afraid of setting our names to a fraudulent claim to distinction.

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

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

in the company of; together with

From this reading There is no danger that the testimony of ages should be reversed, and we add our suffrages to it with confidence, and even with enthusiasm.

the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system

From this reading ESSAY X ON ENVY (A DIALOGUE) H. I had a theory about Envy at one time, which I have partly given up of late—which was, that there was no such feeling, or that what is usually considered as envy or dislike of real merit is, more properly speaking, jealousy of false pretensions to it.

the day immediately before today

From this reading But we doubt reasonably enough, whether that which was applauded yesterday may not be condemned to-morrow; and are afraid of setting our names to a fraudulent claim to distinction.