Chapter XXVIII · Chapter 28

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

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

in a keen or penetrating way

From this reading When over-wrought, which he often was, he became acutely irritable; and, besides, his veins were dark with a livid belladonna tincture, the essence of jealousy.

having the benefit of careful prior consideration or counsel

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

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

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

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

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

(usually followed by “to”) naturally disposed toward

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

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

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

perennial Eurasian herb with reddish bell-shaped flowers and shining black berries; extensively grown in United States; roots and leaves yield atropine

From this reading When over-wrought, which he often was, he became acutely irritable; and, besides, his veins were dark with a livid belladonna tincture, the essence of jealousy.

in addition to; as well as

From this reading When over-wrought, which he often was, he became acutely irritable; and, besides, his veins were dark with a livid belladonna tincture, the essence of jealousy.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading I do not mean merely the tender jealousy of the heart, but that sterner, narrower sentiment whose seat is in the head.

made or become different in nature or form

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

a foundation created to promote the public good (not for assistance to any particular individuals)

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

plural of “conclusion” — a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading When over-wrought, which he often was, he became acutely irritable; and, besides, his veins were dark with a livid belladonna tincture, the essence of jealousy.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

the state of being tense and feeling pain

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading I do not mean merely the tender jealousy of the heart, but that sterner, narrower sentiment whose seat is in the head.

posing no difficulty; requiring little effort

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

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

From this reading When over-wrought, which he often was, he became acutely irritable; and, besides, his veins were dark with a livid belladonna tincture, the essence of jealousy.

gleam or glow intermittently

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

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

From this reading No; he was naturally a little man of unreasonable moods.

the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading I do not mean merely the tender jealousy of the heart, but that sterner, narrower sentiment whose seat is in the head.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading I do not mean merely the tender jealousy of the heart, but that sterner, narrower sentiment whose seat is in the head.

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

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

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

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

a condition of urgency making it necessary to hurry

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

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

From this reading I do not mean merely the tender jealousy of the heart, but that sterner, narrower sentiment whose seat is in the head.

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

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

easily irritated or annoyed

From this reading When over-wrought, which he often was, he became acutely irritable; and, besides, his veins were dark with a livid belladonna tincture, the essence of jealousy.

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

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

a feeling of jealous envy (especially of a rival)

From this reading When over-wrought, which he often was, he became acutely irritable; and, besides, his veins were dark with a livid belladonna tincture, the essence of jealousy.

showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading No; he was naturally a little man of unreasonable moods.

be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

anemic looking from illness or emotion

From this reading When over-wrought, which he often was, he became acutely irritable; and, besides, his veins were dark with a livid belladonna tincture, the essence of jealousy.

for more time

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

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

From this reading M. PAUL.

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

From this reading No; he was naturally a little man of unreasonable moods.

mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading I do not mean merely the tender jealousy of the heart, but that sterner, narrower sentiment whose seat is in the head.

and nothing more

From this reading I do not mean merely the tender jealousy of the heart, but that sterner, narrower sentiment whose seat is in the head.

plural of “mood” — a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling

From this reading No; he was naturally a little man of unreasonable moods.

comparative of “narrow” — not wide

From this reading I do not mean merely the tender jealousy of the heart, but that sterner, narrower sentiment whose seat is in the head.

as might be expected

From this reading No; he was naturally a little man of unreasonable moods.

not any; not one

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading No; he was naturally a little man of unreasonable moods.

many times at short intervals

From this reading When over-wrought, which he often was, he became acutely irritable; and, besides, his veins were dark with a livid belladonna tincture, the essence of jealousy.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

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From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

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From this reading When over-wrought, which he often was, he became acutely irritable; and, besides, his veins were dark with a livid belladonna tincture, the essence of jealousy.

United States feminist (1885-1977)

From this reading M. PAUL.

a person who enjoys reading

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane)

From this reading I do not mean merely the tender jealousy of the heart, but that sterner, narrower sentiment whose seat is in the head.

tender, romantic, or nostalgic feeling or emotion

From this reading I do not mean merely the tender jealousy of the heart, but that sterner, narrower sentiment whose seat is in the head.

comparative of “stern” — of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect

From this reading I do not mean merely the tender jealousy of the heart, but that sterner, narrower sentiment whose seat is in the head.

express a supposition

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

given to sympathy or gentleness or sentimentality

From this reading I do not mean merely the tender jealousy of the heart, but that sterner, narrower sentiment whose seat is in the head.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

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

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

a substance that colors or dyes

From this reading When over-wrought, which he often was, he became acutely irritable; and, besides, his veins were dark with a livid belladonna tincture, the essence of jealousy.

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

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

not reasonable; not showing good judgment

From this reading No; he was naturally a little man of unreasonable moods.

plural of “vein” — a blood vessel that carries blood from the capillaries toward the heart

From this reading When over-wrought, which he often was, he became acutely irritable; and, besides, his veins were dark with a livid belladonna tincture, the essence of jealousy.

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

From this reading No; he was naturally a little man of unreasonable moods.

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

From this reading When over-wrought, which he often was, he became acutely irritable; and, besides, his veins were dark with a livid belladonna tincture, the essence of jealousy.

at the time that

From this reading When over-wrought, which he often was, he became acutely irritable; and, besides, his veins were dark with a livid belladonna tincture, the essence of jealousy.

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

From this reading When over-wrought, which he often was, he became acutely irritable; and, besides, his veins were dark with a livid belladonna tincture, the essence of jealousy.

belonging to which person

From this reading I do not mean merely the tender jealousy of the heart, but that sterner, narrower sentiment whose seat is in the head.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.

but in spite of that

From this reading Yet the reader is advised not to be in any hurry with his kindly conclusions, or to suppose, with an over-hasty charity, that from that day M. Paul became a changed character—easy to live with, and no longer apt to flash danger and discomfort round him.