Chapter IV · Chapter 4

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

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

having or experiencing a rapid onset and short but severe course

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

with affection

From this reading Francisco kissed her affectionately upon the forehead; and then took his seat at the head of the table, his sister placing herself on his right hand.

troubled emotionally and usually deeply

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

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

From this reading When the mourners reached the palace, Francisco led the way to an apartment where Nisida was awaiting their coming.

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

From this reading Francisco kissed her affectionately upon the forehead; and then took his seat at the head of the table, his sister placing herself on his right hand.

a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house

From this reading When the mourners reached the palace, Francisco led the way to an apartment where Nisida was awaiting their coming.

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Francisco kissed her affectionately upon the forehead; and then took his seat at the head of the table, his sister placing herself on his right hand.

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

From this reading When the mourners reached the palace, Francisco led the way to an apartment where Nisida was awaiting their coming.

Directly under; in or to a lower position than.

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

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

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

make calm or still

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

the act of drawing spatially closer to something

From this reading When the mourners reached the palace, Francisco led the way to an apartment where Nisida was awaiting their coming.

the appearance conveyed by a person's face

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

(behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

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

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

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From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

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

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

past form of “endure” — put up with something or somebody unpleasant

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

divisible by two

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

the organ of sight

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

the experiencing of affective and emotional states

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

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

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

a short vivid experience

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

produced by or subjected to forcing

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

the part of the face above the eyes

From this reading Francisco kissed her affectionately upon the forehead; and then took his seat at the head of the table, his sister placing herself on his right hand.

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

From this reading When the mourners reached the palace, Francisco led the way to an apartment where Nisida was awaiting their coming.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading Francisco kissed her affectionately upon the forehead; and then took his seat at the head of the table, his sister placing herself on his right hand.

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

From this reading Francisco kissed her affectionately upon the forehead; and then took his seat at the head of the table, his sister placing herself on his right hand.

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

From this reading Francisco kissed her affectionately upon the forehead; and then took his seat at the head of the table, his sister placing herself on his right hand.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading Francisco kissed her affectionately upon the forehead; and then took his seat at the head of the table, his sister placing herself on his right hand.

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

From this reading Francisco kissed her affectionately upon the forehead; and then took his seat at the head of the table, his sister placing herself on his right hand.

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

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

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

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

being of such surpassing excellence as to suggest inspiration by the gods

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

the amount of energy transmitted (as by acoustic or electromagnetic radiation)

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

past form of “kiss” — touch with the lips or press the lips (against someone's mouth or other body part) as an expression of love, greeting, etc.

From this reading Francisco kissed her affectionately upon the forehead; and then took his seat at the head of the table, his sister placing herself on his right hand.

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 But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used

From this reading When the mourners reached the palace, Francisco led the way to an apartment where Nisida was awaiting their coming.

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

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

dignified manner or conduct

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

plural of “mind” — that which is responsible for one's thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

plural of “mourner” — a person who is feeling grief (as grieving over someone who has died)

From this reading When the mourners reached the palace, Francisco led the way to an apartment where Nisida was awaiting their coming.

expressing sorrow

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

state of sorrow over the death or departure of a loved one

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

easily agitated

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

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

From this reading When the mourners reached the palace, Francisco led the way to an apartment where Nisida was awaiting their coming.

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

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

being perceived or observed

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

occurring from time to time

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE READING OF THE WILL.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Francisco kissed her affectionately upon the forehead; and then took his seat at the head of the table, his sister placing herself on his right hand.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

causing physical or psychological pain

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

a large and stately mansion

From this reading When the mourners reached the palace, Francisco led the way to an apartment where Nisida was awaiting their coming.

very light colored; highly diluted with white

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

to become aware of through the senses

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

-ing form of “place” — put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Francisco kissed her affectionately upon the forehead; and then took his seat at the head of the table, his sister placing herself on his right hand.

showing intellectual penetration or emotional depth

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

established beyond doubt

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading When the mourners reached the palace, Francisco led the way to an apartment where Nisida was awaiting their coming.

the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message

From this reading THE READING OF THE WILL.

all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

precisely, exactly

From this reading Francisco kissed her affectionately upon the forehead; and then took his seat at the head of the table, his sister placing herself on his right hand.

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

From this reading Francisco kissed her affectionately upon the forehead; and then took his seat at the head of the table, his sister placing herself on his right hand.

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

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

a female person who has the same parents as another person

From this reading Francisco kissed her affectionately upon the forehead; and then took his seat at the head of the table, his sister placing herself on his right hand.

apprehension about what is going to happen

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading Francisco kissed her affectionately upon the forehead; and then took his seat at the head of the table, his sister placing herself on his right hand.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

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

From this reading THE READING OF THE WILL.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading When the mourners reached the palace, Francisco led the way to an apartment where Nisida was awaiting their coming.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Francisco kissed her affectionately upon the forehead; and then took his seat at the head of the table, his sister placing herself on his right hand.

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

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

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

From this reading When the mourners reached the palace, Francisco led the way to an apartment where Nisida was awaiting their coming.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading Francisco kissed her affectionately upon the forehead; and then took his seat at the head of the table, his sister placing herself on his right hand.

an untroubled state; free from disturbances

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

to a remarkable degree or extent

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Francisco kissed her affectionately upon the forehead; and then took his seat at the head of the table, his sister placing herself on his right hand.

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

From this reading When the mourners reached the palace, Francisco led the way to an apartment where Nisida was awaiting their coming.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading When the mourners reached the palace, Francisco led the way to an apartment where Nisida was awaiting their coming.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

at the time that

From this reading When the mourners reached the palace, Francisco led the way to an apartment where Nisida was awaiting their coming.

in or at the place that

From this reading When the mourners reached the palace, Francisco led the way to an apartment where Nisida was awaiting their coming.

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

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

which person or people

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

marked by extreme lack of restraint or control

From this reading But Dr. Duras, who knew her well--better, far better than even her own brother--noticed an occasional wild flashing of the eye, a nervous motion of the lips, and a degree of forced tranquillity of mien, which proved how acute was the suspense she in reality endured.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading THE READING OF THE WILL.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading Dressed in deep mourning, and with her countenance unusually pale, Nisida's appearance inspired a feeling of profound interest in the minds of those who did not perceive that, beneath her calm and mournful demeanor, feelings of painful intensity agitated within her breast.