Emma — Vocabulary
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consequenceconsequence → consequences:results Your decision will have three major consequences.more Show sample from book there is no end of the sad consequences of your going to South End.33 more consequence → consequences:results (things that will happen because) Show general definition for consequence (as in: a direct consequence of) a result of something (often an undesired side effect)
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consequence#2consequence → consequential:important Think carefully. This is a consequential decision.more Show sample from book I hope he will be here to-morrow, for I have a question or two to ask him about myself of some consequence.33 more importance Show general definition for consequence (as in: of little consequence) importance or relevance
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resolveresolve → resolved:decided This year I resolved to lose a pound a week for 5 weeks.more Show sample from book In the meanwhile, she resolved against seeing Harriet.41 more resolve → resolved:definitely decided Show general definition for resolve (as in: I resolved to stop drinking.) to decide -- typically a firm or formal decision Show editor's word notes In modern writing resolve is typically used to emphasize a firm or formal decision. In classic literature, it is used more frequently and often simply replaces decide or determine.
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resolve#2determination (firmness of purpose) She never waivered in her resolve to attend a good college.more Show sample from book She was quite concerned and ashamed, and resolved to do such things no more.41 more resolve → resolved:determined (having firm purpose or having firmly decided) Show general definition for resolve (as in: Her resolve weakened.) firmness of purpose (strong determination to do something)
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inclinedhave a tendency; or an attitude or mood that favors something I'm inclined to believe him.more Show sample from book I am very much inclined to think that32 more with a tendency Show general definition for inclined (as in: I'm inclined to) a tendency, mood, desire, or attitude that favors something; or making someone favor something
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inclinesomething sloping upward (such as a hill) It is a steep incline.more Show sample from book (inclining his head, and whispering seriously)32 more incline → inclining:bending (or tilting) Show general definition for incline (as in: on an incline or incline his head) to be at an angle or to bend
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recollectremember I think I recollect that she was away at college that year.more Show sample from book but when I recollect all the uneasiness I occasioned her, and how little I deserve to be forgiven, I am mad with anger.39 more Show general definition to remember -- especially experiences from long ago Show editor's word notes Synonym Comparison (if you're into word choice): Relative to its synonyms, recollect brings to mind a leisurely piecing together of distant memories. It may be used in a less formal manner than remember and is almost always less formal than recall.
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approachapproach → approaching:getting nearer Winter is approaching.more Show sample from book Kitty, a fair but frozen maid, Kindled a flame I yet deplore, The hood-wink'd boy I called to aid, Though of his near approach afraid, So fatal to my suit before.18 more coming Show general definition for approach (as in: approached the city) to get closer to (near in space, time, quantity, or quality)
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approach#2method (way of doing something) Perhaps I just need to work harder, but I may need an entirely different approach to the problem.more Show sample from book We have never been there above once since the new approach was made; but still I have no doubt that James will take you very safely.18 more route (way to get somewhere) Show general definition for approach (as in: use the best approach) a way of doing something; or a route that leads to a particular place
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amiablefriendly and likable She seemed an ideal candidate--attractive, amiable, intelligent, and energetic.more Show sample from book That sweet, amiable Jane Fairfax!35 more friendly, agreeable, and likable Show general definition friendly, agreeable, and likable
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acquaintcause to know better You should acquaint yourself with the new computer program.more Show sample from book True, true, you are acquainted with Miss Fairfax; I remember you knew her at Weymouth,32 more acquaint → acquainted:familiar (or a friend or associate) Show general definition to cause to know; or to cause to be familiar with
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inquiryinvestigation The school launched an official inquiry into the allegations of cheating.more Show sample from book Mr. Knightley had a cheerful manner, which always did him good; and his many inquiries after "poor Isabella" and her children were answered most satisfactorily.†21 more inquiry → inquiries:questions or investigations Show general definition a question or investigation -- especially one meant to gather information or find out the truth
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abbeya building where monks or nuns live The monks at the abbey followed a strict schedule of prayer, work, and study.more Show sample from book —To have her haunting the Abbey, and thanking him all day long for his great kindness in marrying Jane?†30 more a building where monks or nuns live or lived… Show general definition a building where monks or nuns live or lived; or a church associated with such a building
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mortifiedexceedingly embarrassed She was mortified when her father questioned the boy who came to pick her up.more Show sample from book "To be sure," said Harriet, in a mortified voice, "he is not so genteel as real gentlemen."†25 more extremely embarrassed and ashamed—so humiliated that pride feels wounded. Show general definition for mortified (as in: felt mortified) extremely embarrassed and ashamed—so humiliated that pride feels wounded.
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approbationapproval She is not motivated by popular approbation.more Show sample from book He walked off in more complete self-approbation than he left for her.†23 more Show general definition approval - often official
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scruplesprinciples that discourage certain kinds of action She doesn't share my scruples on the subject.more Show sample from book She had no scruple with regard to him.†20 more scruples → scruple:an ethical or moral principle that discourages certain kinds of action
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matrimonymarriage They have moved in together, joined bank accounts, and are trying to have children, but have no interest in matrimony.†more Show sample from book I do not recommend matrimony at present to Emma, though I mean no slight to the state, I assure you.†9 more Show general definition the state of being a married
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forbearancetolerance She won the children over with patience and forbearance.more Show sample from book Her sensibilities, I suspect, are strong--and her temper excellent in its power of forbearance, patience, self-control; but it wants openness.7 more patience, tolerance, or self-control Show general definition patient tolerance or self-control; or holding back from taking action or enforcing a right Show editor's word notes Today, the word, forbearance, is most commonly seen in the field of law to indicate that a legal right, claim or privilege is not being enforced.
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censurecensure → censured:formally criticized They censured him for bringing dishonor upon the Senate.more Show sample from book "I do not think he is conceited either, in general," said Harriet, her conscience opposing such censure;5 more criticism Show general definition harsh criticism; or formal criticism from an organization -- such as the U.S. Senate
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disparitydifference There is a noticeable disparity in income levels across different regions of the country.more Show sample from book Excepting inequality of fortune, and perhaps a little disparity of age, I can see nothing unsuitable.†6 more a difference between things Show general definition a difference between things