Chapter V

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

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading To me they had been unintelligible at the time, though producing a vague sense of doubt, about the honesty as to her declared antipathy to the man.

perfect or complete or pure

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

plural of “affection” — a positive feeling of liking

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

similar in quality or character

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

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

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

a feeling of intense dislike

From this reading To me they had been unintelligible at the time, though producing a vague sense of doubt, about the honesty as to her declared antipathy to the man.

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading In fine, why should she be there, riding by his side, voluntarily: for there was no appearance of compulsion; but rather of _complaisance_.

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

From this reading To me they had been unintelligible at the time, though producing a vague sense of doubt, about the honesty as to her declared antipathy to the man.

past form of “assail” — attack someone physically or emotionally

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

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

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading To me they had been unintelligible at the time, though producing a vague sense of doubt, about the honesty as to her declared antipathy to the man.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading I remembered some expressions in reference to Rayas, that, on the night before, had fallen from the lips of Lola Vergara.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading In fine, why should she be there, riding by his side, voluntarily: for there was no appearance of compulsion; but rather of _complaisance_.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

comparative of “clear” — readily apparent to the mind

From this reading These were now recalled, with, as I fancied, a clearer comprehension of their import.

a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others

From this reading In fine, why should she be there, riding by his side, voluntarily: for there was no appearance of compulsion; but rather of _complaisance_.

an ability to understand the meaning or importance of something (or the knowledge acquired as a result)

From this reading These were now recalled, with, as I fancied, a clearer comprehension of their import.

an urge to do or say something that might be better left undone or unsaid

From this reading In fine, why should she be there, riding by his side, voluntarily: for there was no appearance of compulsion; but rather of _complaisance_.

past form of “conquer” — bring under control by force or authority

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

made known or openly avowed

From this reading To me they had been unintelligible at the time, though producing a vague sense of doubt, about the honesty as to her declared antipathy to the man.

the state of being unsure of something

From this reading To me they had been unintelligible at the time, though producing a vague sense of doubt, about the honesty as to her declared antipathy to the man.

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

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

plural of “expression” — the feelings expressed on a person's face

From this reading I remembered some expressions in reference to Rayas, that, on the night before, had fallen from the lips of Lola Vergara.

having dropped by the force of gravity

From this reading I remembered some expressions in reference to Rayas, that, on the night before, had fallen from the lips of Lola Vergara.

formed or conceived by the imagination

From this reading These were now recalled, with, as I fancied, a clearer comprehension of their import.

the experiencing of affective and emotional states

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading In fine, why should she be there, riding by his side, voluntarily: for there was no appearance of compulsion; but rather of _complaisance_.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading In fine, why should she be there, riding by his side, voluntarily: for there was no appearance of compulsion; but rather of _complaisance_.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading I remembered some expressions in reference to Rayas, that, on the night before, had fallen from the lips of Lola Vergara.

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

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

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

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

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

From this reading To me they had been unintelligible at the time, though producing a vague sense of doubt, about the honesty as to her declared antipathy to the man.

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

From this reading In fine, why should she be there, riding by his side, voluntarily: for there was no appearance of compulsion; but rather of _complaisance_.

the quality of being honest

From this reading To me they had been unintelligible at the time, though producing a vague sense of doubt, about the honesty as to her declared antipathy to the man.

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

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

commodities (goods or services) bought from a foreign country

From this reading These were now recalled, with, as I fancied, a clearer comprehension of their import.

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

From this reading I remembered some expressions in reference to Rayas, that, on the night before, had fallen from the lips of Lola Vergara.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

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

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

plural of “lip” — either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking

From this reading I remembered some expressions in reference to Rayas, that, on the night before, had fallen from the lips of Lola Vergara.

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From this reading I remembered some expressions in reference to Rayas, that, on the night before, had fallen from the lips of Lola Vergara.

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

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

From this reading To me they had been unintelligible at the time, though producing a vague sense of doubt, about the honesty as to her declared antipathy to the man.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading I remembered some expressions in reference to Rayas, that, on the night before, had fallen from the lips of Lola Vergara.

not any; not one

From this reading In fine, why should she be there, riding by his side, voluntarily: for there was no appearance of compulsion; but rather of _complaisance_.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading These were now recalled, with, as I fancied, a clearer comprehension of their import.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

many times at short intervals

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading I remembered some expressions in reference to Rayas, that, on the night before, had fallen from the lips of Lola Vergara.

the act of having and controlling property

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

possession of controlling influence

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

-ing form of “produce” — bring forth or yield

From this reading To me they had been unintelligible at the time, though producing a vague sense of doubt, about the honesty as to her declared antipathy to the man.

on the contrary

From this reading In fine, why should she be there, riding by his side, voluntarily: for there was no appearance of compulsion; but rather of _complaisance_.

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

From this reading I remembered some expressions in reference to Rayas, that, on the night before, had fallen from the lips of Lola Vergara.

past form of “recall” — recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection

From this reading These were now recalled, with, as I fancied, a clearer comprehension of their import.

a remark that calls attention to something or someone

From this reading I remembered some expressions in reference to Rayas, that, on the night before, had fallen from the lips of Lola Vergara.

past form of “remember” — recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection

From this reading I remembered some expressions in reference to Rayas, that, on the night before, had fallen from the lips of Lola Vergara.

the sport of sitting on the back of a horse while controlling its movements

From this reading In fine, why should she be there, riding by his side, voluntarily: for there was no appearance of compulsion; but rather of _complaisance_.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

a general conscious awareness

From this reading To me they had been unintelligible at the time, though producing a vague sense of doubt, about the honesty as to her declared antipathy to the man.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading In fine, why should she be there, riding by his side, voluntarily: for there was no appearance of compulsion; but rather of _complaisance_.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading In fine, why should she be there, riding by his side, voluntarily: for there was no appearance of compulsion; but rather of _complaisance_.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading In fine, why should she be there, riding by his side, voluntarily: for there was no appearance of compulsion; but rather of _complaisance_.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading I remembered some expressions in reference to Rayas, that, on the night before, had fallen from the lips of Lola Vergara.

an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

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

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

in or at that place or location

From this reading In fine, why should she be there, riding by his side, voluntarily: for there was no appearance of compulsion; but rather of _complaisance_.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading These were now recalled, with, as I fancied, a clearer comprehension of their import.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading To me they had been unintelligible at the time, though producing a vague sense of doubt, about the honesty as to her declared antipathy to the man.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading To me they had been unintelligible at the time, though producing a vague sense of doubt, about the honesty as to her declared antipathy to the man.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading To me they had been unintelligible at the time, though producing a vague sense of doubt, about the honesty as to her declared antipathy to the man.

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

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

poorly articulated or enunciated, or drowned by noise

From this reading To me they had been unintelligible at the time, though producing a vague sense of doubt, about the honesty as to her declared antipathy to the man.

not clearly expressed or understood

From this reading To me they had been unintelligible at the time, though producing a vague sense of doubt, about the honesty as to her declared antipathy to the man.

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

From this reading I remembered some expressions in reference to Rayas, that, on the night before, had fallen from the lips of Lola Vergara.

out of your own free will

From this reading In fine, why should she be there, riding by his side, voluntarily: for there was no appearance of compulsion; but rather of _complaisance_.

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

From this reading In fine, why should she be there, riding by his side, voluntarily: for there was no appearance of compulsion; but rather of _complaisance_.

any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

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

From this reading These were now recalled, with, as I fancied, a clearer comprehension of their import.

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

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.

the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”

From this reading In fine, why should she be there, riding by his side, voluntarily: for there was no appearance of compulsion; but rather of _complaisance_.

in the company of; together with

From this reading These were now recalled, with, as I fancied, a clearer comprehension of their import.

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading I had seen enough of women to convince me, that terror is too often the true weapon by which their affections may be assailed and conquered; and that the possession of absolute power may turn their hate, if not into love, at least into a feeling near akin to it.