Chapter LVIII · Chapter 58

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

From this reading Have I arrived at the moment when you were drawing up an indictment for a capital crime?”

the state of being absent

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

later than; following

From this reading “_Ma foi!_” said Monte Cristo, after the first compliments were over, “what is the matter with you, M. de Villefort?

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

(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 Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

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

From this reading Have I arrived at the moment when you were drawing up an indictment for a capital crime?”

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

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress

From this reading Have I arrived at the moment when you were drawing up an indictment for a capital crime?”

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

-ing form of “await” — look forward to the probable occurrence of

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

a room used primarily for sleeping

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

the part of the face above the eyes

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

assets available for use in the production of further assets

From this reading Have I arrived at the moment when you were drawing up an indictment for a capital crime?”

make overcast or cloudy

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

(usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare

From this reading “_Ma foi!_” said Monte Cristo, after the first compliments were over, “what is the matter with you, M. de Villefort?

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

determine the number or amount of

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

(criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act

From this reading Have I arrived at the moment when you were drawing up an indictment for a capital crime?”

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

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

be contingent upon (something that is elided)

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

an illustration that is drawn by hand and published in a book, magazine, or newspaper

From this reading Have I arrived at the moment when you were drawing up an indictment for a capital crime?”

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

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

any strong feeling

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

agreeably diverting

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading “_Ma foi!_” said Monte Cristo, after the first compliments were over, “what is the matter with you, M. de Villefort?

past form of “flatter” — praise somewhat dishonestly

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

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

From this reading “_Ma foi!_” said Monte Cristo, after the first compliments were over, “what is the matter with you, M. de Villefort?

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Have I arrived at the moment when you were drawing up an indictment for a capital crime?”

set up or found

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

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

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Have I arrived at the moment when you were drawing up an indictment for a capital crime?”

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

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

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

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

From this reading Have I arrived at the moment when you were drawing up an indictment for a capital crime?”

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

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

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

a formal document written for a prosecuting attorney charging a person with some offense

From this reading Have I arrived at the moment when you were drawing up an indictment for a capital crime?”

moving to the inside of something

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

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

From this reading “_Ma foi!_” said Monte Cristo, after the first compliments were over, “what is the matter with you, M. de Villefort?

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

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

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

darkened by clouds

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

informal terms for a mother

From this reading “_Ma foi!_” said Monte Cristo, after the first compliments were over, “what is the matter with you, M. de Villefort?

title used for a married Frenchwoman

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

having its true character concealed with the intent of misleading

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading “_Ma foi!_” said Monte Cristo, after the first compliments were over, “what is the matter with you, M. de Villefort?

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

a particular point in time

From this reading Have I arrived at the moment when you were drawing up an indictment for a capital crime?”

a gambling card game of Spanish origin; 3 or 4 cards are dealt face up and players bet that one of them will be matched before the others as the cards are dealt from the pack one at a time

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

being perceived or observed

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

on one occasion

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

relating to physical reality rather than with thoughts or the mind

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

above and across; more than

From this reading “_Ma foi!_” said Monte Cristo, after the first compliments were over, “what is the matter with you, M. de Villefort?

(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

past form of “proceed” — continue talking

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

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

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

radiating or as if radiating light

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

freed from illness or injury

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

no longer active in your work or profession

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading “_Ma foi!_” said Monte Cristo, after the first compliments were over, “what is the matter with you, M. de Villefort?

gallery where works of art can be displayed

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

lacking brightness or color; dull

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

not in physical motion

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

to a sufficient degree

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

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

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

in or at that place or location

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

having intellectual depth

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

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

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

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

From this reading Have I arrived at the moment when you were drawing up an indictment for a capital crime?”

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

past form of “usher” — take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

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

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

plural of “visitor” — someone who visits

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

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

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

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

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading “_Ma foi!_” said Monte Cristo, after the first compliments were over, “what is the matter with you, M. de Villefort?

at the time that

From this reading Have I arrived at the moment when you were drawing up an indictment for a capital crime?”

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

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

during the time that

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

which person or people

From this reading M. and Madame de Villefort found on their return that the Count of Monte Cristo, who had come to visit them in their absence, had been ushered into the drawing-room, and was still awaiting them there.

belonging to which person

From this reading Although M. de Villefort flattered himself that, to all outward view, he had completely masked the feelings which were passing in his mind, he did not know that the cloud was still lowering on his brow, so much so that the count, whose smile was radiant, immediately noticed his sombre and thoughtful air.

in the company of; together with

From this reading “_Ma foi!_” said Monte Cristo, after the first compliments were over, “what is the matter with you, M. de Villefort?

but in spite of that

From this reading Madame de Villefort, who had not yet sufficiently recovered from her late emotion to allow of her entertaining visitors so immediately, retired to her bedroom, while the procureur, who could better depend upon himself, proceeded at once to the salon.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading “_Ma foi!_” said Monte Cristo, after the first compliments were over, “what is the matter with you, M. de Villefort?