Hard Times — Vocabulary
Charles Dickens
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consequenceconsequence → consequences:results Your decision will have three major consequences.more Show sample from book He could not make up his mind how to do that, or what the consequences of the step might be.15 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 Then why doesn't she choose, when I tell her of what consequence it is?15 more importance Show general definition for consequence (as in: of little consequence) importance or relevance
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accordaccord → accordance:keeping She will get a fair trial in accordance with the law.more Show sample from book ...on account of most people being judged according to the company they keep.18 more accord → according to:based upon (in keeping with) Show general definition for accord (as in: according to, or in accord with) in keeping with; or in agreement/harmony/unity with This meaning of accord is often seen in the form according to or accordingly where it can take on more specific meanings. For example: "According to Kim, ..." -- as stated by "To each according to her ability." -- based upon "Points are scored according to how well they perform." -- depending upon "The dose is calculated according to body weight." -- in proportion to "We got a flat tire. Accordingly, I pulled to the side of the road." -- because of what was just said; or as a result
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accord#2accord → own accord:own mind -- voluntarily (without anyone asking) She was not forced. She did it of her own accord.more Show sample from book by his coming back of his own accord, and showing himself innocent18 more accord → own accord:own mind (voluntarily without anyone forcing him to) Show general definition for accord (as in: done of her own accord) mind Show editor's word notes This sense of accord is typically seen in the form own accord or one accord.
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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 Mrs. Sparsit was in good spirits, and inclined to be conversational.11 more in the mood 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 Mr. Harthouse inclined his head in assent,11 more incline → inclined:bent 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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eminentrespected and well-known She studied under an eminent scientist who had won multiple international awards.more Show sample from book This always pleased the eminently practical friend.15 more eminent → eminently:with high standing Show general definition famous, respected, or important within a particular field or profession
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retortquickly reply She wanted to retort that he that he sounded foolish, but she made herself count to ten and thought better of it.more Show sample from book He was very quick upon her with this retort.14 more Show general definition for retort (as in: quick retort) a quick reply to a question or remark -- especially a witty or critical one
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melancholyvery sad She's been in a melancholy mood since her dog died.more Show sample from book he had sometimes seen a shade of melancholy on her blessed face, that smote him with remorse and despair.12 more sadness Show general definition a sad feeling or manner -- sometimes thoughtfully sad
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reproachreproach → reproached:criticized and expressed disappointment She reproached him for treating his sister so thoughtlessly.more Show sample from book I do not reproach you, father, I make no complaint.11 more criticize Show general definition a criticism; or to express criticism or disappointment -- especially where a relationship makes the disapproval result in disappointment or shame Show editor's word notes The expression "beyond reproach" is often used to indicate that one must not only be careful to do everything right, but must be careful not to do anything that might make people suspect they did something wrong. For example, politicians often need to behave in a manner that is beyond reproach. "Beyond reproach" can also suggest that something is perfect. More rarely, it can also be used to suggest that someone is too powerful or too well-connected to criticize.
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assentconsent or agreement The patient gave her assent to the surgery, even though she was nervous about it.more Show sample from book 'Well known,' assented Mr. Sleary, rolling his loose eye.†9 more assent → assented:to express agreement -- especially with a statement or proposal to do something Show general definition to express agreement -- especially with a statement or proposal to do something
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entreatentreat → entreated:asked She flattered and entreated him until he agreed to help.more Show sample from book Let me entreat you, for your own sake and for hers, to be more quiet.11 more ask Show general definition to ask -- especially while trying hard to overcome resistance
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pretensepretending Nobody is fooled by her pretense.more Show sample from book I never made a pretence to him or you that I loved him.11 more pretense → pretence:pretending act Show context notes This is a British spelling. Americans use pretense. Show general definition a false appearance or action to help one pretend Show editor's word notes This is sometimes seen in the expression "false pretense" or "false pretenses" which is just emphasizing that behavior or actions do not reflect the true situation.
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accompanyaccompany → accompanies:travels with The nurse accompanies the old woman everywhere.more Show sample from book He stopped just as his eminently practical friend, still accompanied by the two young culprits, entered the room.7 more accompany → accompanied:joined Show general definition for accompany (as in: accompany on the journey) to travel along with
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accompany#2perform with Who can accompany me on the piano?more Show sample from book …Mr. E. W. B. Childers, so justly celebrated for his daring vaulting act as the Wild Huntsman of the North American Prairies; in which popular performance, a diminutive boy with an old face, who now accompanied him, assisted as his infant son:7 more accompany → accompanied:performed with Show general definition for accompany (as in: accompanied her in the performance) to perform with
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remonstratecriticize or argue When she has a complaint with her staff, she will remonstrate quietly and in private.more Show sample from book her brother sulkily remonstrated.8 more remonstrate → remonstrated:argued in protest or opposition Show general definition argue, complain, or criticize
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disparitydifference There is a noticeable disparity in income levels across different regions of the country.more Show sample from book There is some disparity in your respective years, but in your means and positions there is none; on the contrary, there is a great suitability.†6 more a difference between things Show general definition a difference between things
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vagabondperson who wanders from town to town with no fixed home or job She describes him as a vagabond storyteller.†more Show sample from book 'Now, to think of these vagabonds,' said he, 'attracting the young rabble from a model school.'†7 more vagabond → vagabonds:a person who wanders from town to town with no fixed home or job Show general definition a person who wanders from town to town with no fixed home or job
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parliamentaryparliamentary → parliamentary system:government in which the legislature selects the leader A parliamentary system of democracy like that in Great Britain can be contrasted with a presidential system of democracy like that found in the United States.more Show sample from book 'By Parliamentary, this morning.†5 more relating to a form of democracy where the chief executive is selected by and ans… Show general definition relating to a form of democracy where the chief executive is selected by and answerable to and the legislature Show editor's word notes In the United States, the chief executive (president) is elected separately from the legislative branch (congress). In a parliamentary system, the chief executive (prime minister) is selected by the majority party of the legislative branch (parliament). Many democracies, such as France, have a hybrid parliamentary/presidential system in which an elected president shares power with a prime minister.
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aggregatecombined Aggregate expenses include expenses of all the divisions of our company for the entire year.more Show sample from book Still,' said Mr. Gradgrind, 'I need not point out to you, Louisa, that it is governed by the laws which govern lives in the aggregate.'†3 more Show general definition a whole formed by combining several parts or amounts; or the act of bringing things together into a whole