Chapter XXX · Chapter 30

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

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

Norwegian mathematician (1802-1829)

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

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

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

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

From this reading But so it was; he suffered a sorrow and, under the influence of it, found himself strong enough to attempt a crime.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading But so it was; he suffered a sorrow and, under the influence of it, found himself strong enough to attempt a crime.

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

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

have

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

inflected form of “beg” — call upon in supplication; entreat

From this reading His mother knew the child to be much wrapped up in Peter Grim, and dreading to break the news, begged Mr. Churchouse to do so.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

terminate

From this reading His mother knew the child to be much wrapped up in Peter Grim, and dreading to break the news, begged Mr. Churchouse to do so.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But so it was; he suffered a sorrow and, under the influence of it, found himself strong enough to attempt a crime.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading He came home one day from school to learn how the sick cat prospered and was told to go into the study.

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

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

feline mammal usually having thick soft fur and no ability to roar: domestic cats; wildcats

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

a young person of either sex

From this reading His mother knew the child to be much wrapped up in Peter Grim, and dreading to break the news, begged Mr. Churchouse to do so.

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

From this reading His mother knew the child to be much wrapped up in Peter Grim, and dreading to break the news, begged Mr. Churchouse to do so.

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

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

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

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

make or cause to be or to become

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

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

From this reading But so it was; he suffered a sorrow and, under the influence of it, found himself strong enough to attempt a crime.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading He came home one day from school to learn how the sick cat prospered and was told to go into the study.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

characterized by great determination

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading His mother knew the child to be much wrapped up in Peter Grim, and dreading to break the news, begged Mr. Churchouse to do so.

-ing form of “dread” — be afraid or scared of; be frightened of

From this reading His mother knew the child to be much wrapped up in Peter Grim, and dreading to break the news, begged Mr. Churchouse to do so.

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

From this reading But so it was; he suffered a sorrow and, under the influence of it, found himself strong enough to attempt a crime.

an inscription on a tombstone or monument in memory of the person buried there

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

morally objectionable behavior

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

undergo or live through a difficult experience

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

set up or found

From this reading But so it was; he suffered a sorrow and, under the influence of it, found himself strong enough to attempt a crime.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading He came home one day from school to learn how the sick cat prospered and was told to go into the study.

intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death)

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty

From this reading His mother knew the child to be much wrapped up in Peter Grim, and dreading to break the news, begged Mr. Churchouse to do so.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

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

From this reading But so it was; he suffered a sorrow and, under the influence of it, found himself strong enough to attempt a crime.

not accessible to view

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

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

From this reading But so it was; he suffered a sorrow and, under the influence of it, found himself strong enough to attempt a crime.

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

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading He came home one day from school to learn how the sick cat prospered and was told to go into the study.

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

From this reading He came home one day from school to learn how the sick cat prospered and was told to go into the study.

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

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

(sometimes followed by “to”) minor or casual or subordinate in significance or nature or occurring as a chance concomitant or consequence

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading But so it was; he suffered a sorrow and, under the influence of it, found himself strong enough to attempt a crime.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading He came home one day from school to learn how the sick cat prospered and was told to go into the study.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading His mother knew the child to be much wrapped up in Peter Grim, and dreading to break the news, begged Mr. Churchouse to do so.

gain knowledge or skills

From this reading He came home one day from school to learn how the sick cat prospered and was told to go into the study.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

something that is lost

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)

From this reading His mother knew the child to be much wrapped up in Peter Grim, and dreading to break the news, begged Mr. Churchouse to do so.

a form of address for a man

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading His mother knew the child to be much wrapped up in Peter Grim, and dreading to break the news, begged Mr. Churchouse to do so.

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

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

information about recent and important events

From this reading His mother knew the child to be much wrapped up in Peter Grim, and dreading to break the news, begged Mr. Churchouse to do so.

not any; not one

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

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

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

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

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope

From this reading His mother knew the child to be much wrapped up in Peter Grim, and dreading to break the news, begged Mr. Churchouse to do so.

past form of “proceed” — continue talking

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

communicate vividly

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

past form of “prosper” — make steady progress; be at the high point in one's career or reach a high point in historical significance or importance

From this reading He came home one day from school to learn how the sick cat prospered and was told to go into the study.

past form of “react” — show a response or a reaction to something

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

thinking that is coherent and logical

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

an educational institution

From this reading He came home one day from school to learn how the sick cat prospered and was told to go into the study.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function

From this reading He came home one day from school to learn how the sick cat prospered and was told to go into the study.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading But so it was; he suffered a sorrow and, under the influence of it, found himself strong enough to attempt a crime.

an emotion of great sadness associated with loss or bereavement

From this reading But so it was; he suffered a sorrow and, under the influence of it, found himself strong enough to attempt a crime.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

the vital principle or animating force within living things

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading But so it was; he suffered a sorrow and, under the influence of it, found himself strong enough to attempt a crime.

a detailed critical inspection

From this reading He came home one day from school to learn how the sick cat prospered and was told to go into the study.

past form of “suffer” — undergo or be subjected to

From this reading But so it was; he suffered a sorrow and, under the influence of it, found himself strong enough to attempt a crime.

the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds)

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

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

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

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

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading He came home one day from school to learn how the sick cat prospered and was told to go into the study.

create by training and teaching

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading But so it was; he suffered a sorrow and, under the influence of it, found himself strong enough to attempt a crime.

not favored by fortune; marked or accompanied by or resulting in ill fortune

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

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

From this reading His mother knew the child to be much wrapped up in Peter Grim, and dreading to break the news, begged Mr. Churchouse to do so.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.

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

From this reading But so it was; he suffered a sorrow and, under the influence of it, found himself strong enough to attempt a crime.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

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

From this reading EPITAPH It cannot be determined by what train of reasoning Abel proceeded from one unfortunate experience to create another, or why the grief incidental on a loss should now have nerved him to an evil project long hidden in his thoughts.

covered with or as if with clothes or a wrap or cloak

From this reading His mother knew the child to be much wrapped up in Peter Grim, and dreading to break the news, begged Mr. Churchouse to do so.

but in spite of that

From this reading There was no sort of connection between the two, for nothing could bear less upon his evil project than the death of Mr. Churchouse's old cat; yet thus it fell out and the spirit of Abel reacted to his own tears.