Chapter VI · Chapter 6

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

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

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From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

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From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

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From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

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From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

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From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

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

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

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

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence or deeply revered.

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

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From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

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From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

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From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

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From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

the historic period preceding the Middle Ages in Europe

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

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From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

eagerly desirous

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

any thing at all

From this reading APPLA'USE _s._ approbation loudly expressed; praise APPLICATION, _s._ close study; intenseness of thought; attention; the act of applying; the act of applying anything to another.

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From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

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From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

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From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

plural of “apostle” — an ardent early supporter of a cause or reform

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

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From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

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From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

a ghostly appearing figure

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

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From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

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From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

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From this reading APPLA'USE _s._ approbation loudly expressed; praise APPLICATION, _s._ close study; intenseness of thought; attention; the act of applying; the act of applying anything to another.

the act of bringing something to bear; using it for a particular purpose

From this reading APPLA'USE _s._ approbation loudly expressed; praise APPLICATION, _s._ close study; intenseness of thought; attention; the act of applying; the act of applying anything to another.

concerned with concrete problems or data rather than with fundamental principles

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

-ing form of “apply” — put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose

From this reading APPLA'USE _s._ approbation loudly expressed; praise APPLICATION, _s._ close study; intenseness of thought; attention; the act of applying; the act of applying anything to another.

the act of distributing by allotting or apportioning; distribution according to a plan

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

recognize with gratitude; be grateful for

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

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From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

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From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

official approval

From this reading APPLA'USE _s._ approbation loudly expressed; praise APPLICATION, _s._ close study; intenseness of thought; attention; the act of applying; the act of applying anything to another.

past form of “appropriate” — give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

money set aside (as by a legislature) for a specific purpose

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

the formal act of approving

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

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

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading APPLA'USE _s._ approbation loudly expressed; praise APPLICATION, _s._ close study; intenseness of thought; attention; the act of applying; the act of applying anything to another.

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

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

showing who or what does the action

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

plural of “cannibal” — a person who eats human flesh

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

A large, vast underground cave, often filled with forgotten ancient treasures.

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

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

From this reading APPLA'USE _s._ approbation loudly expressed; praise APPLICATION, _s._ close study; intenseness of thought; attention; the act of applying; the act of applying anything to another.

the act of drawing spatially closer to something

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

plural of “command” — an authoritative direction or instruction to do something

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

(of hair) making curls or having been made to curl

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

(psychiatry) an unconscious process that tries to reduce the anxiety associated with instinctive desires

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

past form of “deliver” — deliver (a speech, oration, or idea)

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

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From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

having the place or position changed

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

-ing form of “divide” — separate into parts or portions

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

cause to move by pulling

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

accept an excuse for

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

immunity from an obligation or duty

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

communicated in words

From this reading APPLA'USE _s._ approbation loudly expressed; praise APPLICATION, _s._ close study; intenseness of thought; attention; the act of applying; the act of applying anything to another.

-ing form of “express” — give expression to

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

the experiencing of affective and emotional states

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

the quality of being suitable

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

furnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

any of numerous agile ruminants related to sheep but having a beard and straight horns

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

the four books in the New Testament (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) that tell the story of Christ's life and teachings

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

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

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

plural of “horn” — a noisemaker (as at parties or games) that makes a loud noise when you blow through it

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

a physiological need for food; the consequence of food deprivation

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

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

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

plural of “instrument” — a device that requires skill for proper use

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

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From this reading APPLA'USE _s._ approbation loudly expressed; praise APPLICATION, _s._ close study; intenseness of thought; attention; the act of applying; the act of applying anything to another.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

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

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

prolonged unfulfilled desire or need

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

with relatively high volume

From this reading APPLA'USE _s._ approbation loudly expressed; praise APPLICATION, _s._ close study; intenseness of thought; attention; the act of applying; the act of applying anything to another.

a position of inferior status; low in station or rank or fortune or estimation

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

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

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

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

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

a common nonmetallic element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless inert diatomic gas; constitutes 78 percent of the atmosphere by volume; a constituent of all living tissues

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

absolutely essential

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

not divisible by two

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

a strong feeling or emotion

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

trouble or confusion resulting from complexity

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

a human being

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

any state or process known through the senses rather than by intuition or reasoning

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

experiencing or manifesting pleasure

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

plural of “portion” — something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

an expression of approval and commendation

From this reading APPLA'USE _s._ approbation loudly expressed; praise APPLICATION, _s._ close study; intenseness of thought; attention; the act of applying; the act of applying anything to another.

deliver a sermon

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

the state of being present; current existence

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold)

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

in accordance with truth or fact or reality

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

any object that is left unused or still extant

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

plural of “revelation” — the speech act of making something evident

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

filled with satisfaction

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29)

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

an instance of visual perception

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

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

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

a thing, without saying which

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

to a small degree or extent

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

marked by care and effort

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

a detailed critical inspection

From this reading APPLA'USE _s._ approbation loudly expressed; praise APPLICATION, _s._ close study; intenseness of thought; attention; the act of applying; the act of applying anything to another.

the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities

From this reading APPORTIONMENT, _s._ dividing into portions APPRECIATE, _v.a._ set a price on anything; esteem APPRO'ACH, _v n._ draw near; somewhat resemble APPROBATION, _s._ the act of approving, or expressing himself pleased, or satisfied; support APPRO'PRIATENESS, _s._ a fitness to be appropriated APPROPRIATION, _s._ the application of something to a certain purpose

carry out

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

inflected form of “teach” — impart skills or knowledge to

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

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

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

a special situation

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading APPLA'USE _s._ approbation loudly expressed; praise APPLICATION, _s._ close study; intenseness of thought; attention; the act of applying; the act of applying anything to another.

a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

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

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

plural of “tool” — an implement used in the practice of a vocation

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

a unit of potential equal to the potential difference between two points on a conductor carrying a current of 1 ampere when the power dissipated between the two points is 1 watt

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

acting with or marked by or resulting from great force or energy or emotional intensity

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

capable of being seen; or open to easy view

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

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

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

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

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading A'NTRE, _s._ a cavern ANXI'ETY, _s._ perplexity; lowness of spirits ANXIOUS, _a._ disturbed about some uncertain event A'PATHY, _s._ exemption from feeling or passion APO'CALYPSE, _s._ the Book of Revelations APO'LOGY, _s._ defence; excuse APO'STLE, _s._ a person sent with commands, particularly applied to those whom our Saviour deputed to preach the Gospel

in the company of; together with

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading APOSTO'LIC, _a._ delivered or taught by the Apostles APPARA'TUS, _s._ tools; furniture; show; instruments APPE'AR, _v.n._ be visible; in sight APPEARANCE, _s._ the act of coming into sight; phenomenon; apparition; presence APPE'NDAGE, _s._ something added to another thing without being necessary to its essence A'PPETITE _s._ hunger; violent longing

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From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times

but in spite of that

From this reading A'NTELOPE, _s._ a goat with curled or wreathed horns ANTHROPO'PHAGI, _s._ man-eaters; cannibals ANTI'CIPATE, _v.a._ take an impression of something which is not yet as if it really was A'NTIQUARY, _s._ a man studious of antiquity ANTI'QUE, _a._ ancient; old; odd; of old fashion ANTI'QUITY, _s._ old times; remains of old times