used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A calculation of physical profit or loss is almost as much out of the question in the one case as in the other.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading A calculation of physical profit or loss is almost as much out of the question in the one case as in the other.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Avarice is the miser’s dream, as fame is the poet’s.
AvaricenounUS /ˈæv.ər.ɪs/
Extreme greed for wealth or material gain.
From this reading Avarice is the miser’s dream, as fame is the poet’s.
bigotedadjectiveUS /ˈbɪɡətɪd/
blindly and obstinately attached to some creed or opinion and intolerant toward others
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
bonum
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From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading There is, indeed, a reference to self in either case that fixes and concentrates it, but not a gross or sordid one.
calculationnounUS /ˌkælkjəˈleɪʃən/
the procedure of calculating; determining something by mathematical or logical methods
From this reading A calculation of physical profit or loss is almost as much out of the question in the one case as in the other.
an occurrence of something
From this reading A calculation of physical profit or loss is almost as much out of the question in the one case as in the other.
concentratesnounUS /ˈkɑːnsəntreɪts/
plural of “concentrate” — the desired mineral that is left after impurities have been removed from mined ore
From this reading There is, indeed, a reference to self in either case that fixes and concentrates it, but not a gross or sordid one.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading It is the immediate pursuit, not the remote or reflex consequence that gives wings to the passion.
contemplationnounUS /ˌkɑːntəmˈpleɪʃən/
a long and thoughtful observation
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
a special loved one
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
A series of thoughts, images, or emotions during sleep.
From this reading Avarice is the miser’s dream, as fame is the poet’s.
one or the other of two
From this reading There is, indeed, a reference to self in either case that fixes and concentrates it, but not a gross or sordid one.
plural of “end” — either extremity of something that has length
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
the state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed
From this reading Avarice is the miser’s dream, as fame is the poet’s.
fixesnounUS /ˈfɪksɪz/
plural of “fix” — informal terms for a difficult situation
From this reading There is, indeed, a reference to self in either case that fixes and concentrates it, but not a gross or sordid one.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
plural of “give” — the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length
From this reading It is the immediate pursuit, not the remote or reflex consequence that gives wings to the passion.
coins made of gold
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
grossadjectiveUS /ɡroʊs/
before any deductions
From this reading There is, indeed, a reference to self in either case that fixes and concentrates it, but not a gross or sordid one.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
idolatrynounUS /aɪˈdɑːlətri/
the worship of idols; the worship of physical objects or images as gods
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
of the present time and place
From this reading It is the immediate pursuit, not the remote or reflex consequence that gives wings to the passion.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A calculation of physical profit or loss is almost as much out of the question in the one case as in the other.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading There is, indeed, a reference to self in either case that fixes and concentrates it, but not a gross or sordid one.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Avarice is the miser’s dream, as fame is the poet’s.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is the immediate pursuit, not the remote or reflex consequence that gives wings to the passion.
something that is lost
From this reading A calculation of physical profit or loss is almost as much out of the question in the one case as in the other.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
miser's
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From this reading Avarice is the miser’s dream, as fame is the poet’s.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading A calculation of physical profit or loss is almost as much out of the question in the one case as in the other.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A calculation of physical profit or loss is almost as much out of the question in the one case as in the other.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading A calculation of physical profit or loss is almost as much out of the question in the one case as in the other.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading A calculation of physical profit or loss is almost as much out of the question in the one case as in the other.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading A calculation of physical profit or loss is almost as much out of the question in the one case as in the other.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading A calculation of physical profit or loss is almost as much out of the question in the one case as in the other.
a strong feeling or emotion
From this reading It is the immediate pursuit, not the remote or reflex consequence that gives wings to the passion.
involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit
From this reading A calculation of physical profit or loss is almost as much out of the question in the one case as in the other.
poet'snounUS /ˈpoʊəts/
possessive form of “poet” — a writer of poems (the term is usually reserved for writers of good poetry)
From this reading Avarice is the miser’s dream, as fame is the poet’s.
an expression of approval and commendation
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
profitnounUS /ˈprɑːfət/
the excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses)
From this reading A calculation of physical profit or loss is almost as much out of the question in the one case as in the other.
the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture
From this reading It is the immediate pursuit, not the remote or reflex consequence that gives wings to the passion.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading A calculation of physical profit or loss is almost as much out of the question in the one case as in the other.
referencenounUS /ˈrefərəns/
a remark that calls attention to something or someone
From this reading There is, indeed, a reference to self in either case that fixes and concentrates it, but not a gross or sordid one.
reflexnounUS /ˈriːfleks/
an automatic instinctive unlearned reaction to a stimulus
From this reading It is the immediate pursuit, not the remote or reflex consequence that gives wings to the passion.
remoteadjectiveUS /rɪˈmoʊt/
located far away spatially
From this reading It is the immediate pursuit, not the remote or reflex consequence that gives wings to the passion.
your consciousness of your own identity
From this reading There is, indeed, a reference to self in either case that fixes and concentrates it, but not a gross or sordid one.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
sinisteradjectiveUS /ˈsɪnɪstər/
threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
sordidadjectiveUS /ˈsɔːrdəd/
morally degraded
From this reading There is, indeed, a reference to self in either case that fixes and concentrates it, but not a gross or sordid one.
summum
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The one has set his mind on gold, the other on praise, as the _summum bonum_ or object of his bigoted idolatry and darling contemplation, not for any private and sinister ends.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It is the immediate pursuit, not the remote or reflex consequence that gives wings to the passion.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Avarice is the miser’s dream, as fame is the poet’s.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There is, indeed, a reference to self in either case that fixes and concentrates it, but not a gross or sordid one.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading It is the immediate pursuit, not the remote or reflex consequence that gives wings to the passion.
a means of flight or ascent
From this reading It is the immediate pursuit, not the remote or reflex consequence that gives wings to the passion.
