Mansfield Park — Vocabulary
Jane Austen
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consequenceconsequence → consequences:results Your decision will have three major consequences.more Show sample from book And the consequence was, that Fanny, strange as it was—strange, awkward, and distressing—found herself and Susan, within ten minutes, walking towards the High Street with Mr. Crawford.56 more result 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 If I could suppose my aunt really to care for me, it would be delightful to feel myself of consequence to anybody.56 more importance Show general definition for consequence (as in: of little consequence) importance or relevance
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conveycommunicate or express She dresses to convey a sense of a successful, no-nonsense woman.more Show sample from book I have not time for writing much, but it would be out of place if I had, for this is to be a mere letter of business, penned for the purpose of conveying necessary information, which could not be delayed without risk of evil.26 more convey → conveying:communicating or expressing
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convey#2transport I was ordered to convey her to London.more Show sample from book Mr. Crawford suggested the greater desirableness of some carriage which might convey more than two.26 more carry Show general definition for convey (as in: convey her safely to) transport Show editor's word notes Today, this sense of convey is seldom seen outside of historic literature.
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perceiveperceive → perceives:views in a certain way She perceives more risk in the trip than he does.more Show sample from book You must have observed his attentions; and though you always received them very properly (I have no accusation to make on that head), I never perceived them to be unpleasant to you.25 more perceive → perceived:saw (in a certain way) or believed Show general definition for perceive (as in: perceive the system as unfair) to view in a certain way so as to form a belief or opinion
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perceive#2see (become aware of) I could perceive the ship coming over the horizon.more Show sample from book She certainly understands you better than you are understood by the greater part of those who have known you so long; and with regard to some others, I can perceive, from occasional lively hints, the unguarded expressions of the moment, that she could define many as accurately, did not delicacy forbid it.25 more see (understand) Show general definition for perceive (as in: though blind, can perceive light) to become aware of -- especially by using the senses (to see, hear, smell, feel, or taste)
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dispositionnormal mood or typical way of behaving She has a cheerful disposition.more Show sample from book Her more fearless disposition and happier nerves made everything easy to her there.37 more temperament (personality) Show general definition for disposition (as in: a kind disposition) someone's personality, nature, or typical way of behaving
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animateanimate → animating:inspiring people to action The right to pursue happiness is an animating principle of American government.more Show sample from book A little difficulty to be overcome was no evil to Henry Crawford. He rather derived spirits from it. He had been apt to gain hearts too easily. His situation was new and animating.29 more animate → animating:inspiring (creating enthusiasm) Show general definition for animate (as in: animated by her strong belief) inspire, make more lively, or bring to life
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animate#2alive Is it animate or not?more Show sample from book ...and before he can get your heart for his own use he has to unfasten it from all the holds upon things animate and inanimate, which so many years' growth have confirmed, and which are considerably tightened for the moment by the very idea of separation.29 more Show general definition for animate (as in: animate v. inanimate) alive; or (more rarely) an animal--not a plant; or (more rarely still) the degree to which as an animal feels and thinks Show editor's word notes This sense of animate is typically contrasted with inanimate. The adjective animate describes something as being alive--such as a dog. The adjective inanimate describes something as not being alive--such as a rock. Note that this sense of animate is pronounced differently than other senses. Most senses whether used as a noun or an adjective) rhyme with mate, but this sense rhymes more closely with mutt".
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trifletrifle → trifling:unimportant We all agree with the goal, but how to achieve it is not a trifling matter.more Show sample from book If tenderness could be ever supposed wanting, good sense and good breeding supplied its place; and as to the little irritations sometimes introduced by aunt Norris, they were short, they were trifling, they were as a drop of water to the ocean, compared with the ceaseless tumult of her present abode.28 more Show general definition for trifle (as in: a trifling matter) something of small importance; or a small quantity
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trifle withtreat thoughtlessly or without respect She is not a woman to trifle with or ignore.more Show sample from book Henry Crawford had trifled with her feelings; but she had very long allowed and even sought his attentions, with a jealousy of her sister so reasonable as ought to have been their cure; and now that the conviction of his preference for Maria had been forced on her, she submitted to it without any alarm for Maria's situation, or any endeavour at rational tranquillity for herself.28 more trifle with → trifled with:treated thoughtlessly or without respect Show general definition for trifle with (as in: trifle with her affections) to treat somebody or something thoughtlessly or without respect
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delicacysensitivity and tact She is admired for her delicacy in negotiations.more Show sample from book Delicacy to her parents made her careful not to betray such a preference of her uncle's house.25 more care and gentleness Show general definition for delicacy (as in: discuss with delicacy) care and gentleness -- especially speaking or acting with sensitivity and tact
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delicacy#2pleasant subtlety or fineness The lacework was done with great delicacy.more Show sample from book ...if indeed he has now delicacy of language enough to embody his own ideas.25 more subtlety or fineness
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discretionbehavior that does not attract undesired attention or reveal secrets This firm prides itself on its discretion and will not reveal client matters or even acknowledge who is a client.more Show sample from book She said nothing, however, but, "Sad, sad girl! I do not know when I shall have done scolding you," and had discretion enough to reserve the rest till they might be secure of having four walls to themselves.11 more behavior that does not attract undesired attention Show general definition for discretion (as in: embarrassing lack of discretion) behavior that does not attract undesired attention or reveal private information
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discretion#2good judgment This program contains violence that may not be appropriate for younger viewers. Parental discretion is advised.more Show sample from book Yes, the profession is well enough under two circumstances: if it make the fortune, and there be discretion in spending it;11 more Show general definition for discretion (as in: Parental discretion advised.) good judgment or good taste
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approbationapproval She is not motivated by popular approbation.more Show sample from book The next meeting of the two Mansfield families produced another alteration in the plan, and one that was admitted with general approbation.18 more Show general definition approval - often official
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adaptadapt → adapted:changed (to fit this situation) Ideas contained in passages for this test, some of which are excerpted or adapted from published material, do not necessarily represent the opinions of the College Board.more Show sample from book ...his continued attentions—continued, but not obtrusive, and adapting themselves more and more to the gentleness and delicacy of her character—obliged her very soon to dislike him less than formerly.5 more adapt → adapting:changing (to fit a situation) Show general definition for adapt (as in: adapted to the new rules) changed to fit a different situation; or made suitable
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adaptedadapted → well adapted:well suited Penguins are especially well adapted for cold weather.more Show sample from book Mrs. Rushworth acknowledged herself very desirous that her son should marry, and declared that of all the young ladies she had ever seen, Miss Bertram seemed, by her amiable qualities and accomplishments, the best adapted to make him happy.5 more well-suited Show general definition for adapted (as in: the species is well adapted for) to be especially well suited or appropriate for something
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countenancefacial expression; or face She has a pleasant countenance.more Show sample from book Fanny's feelings on the occasion were such as she believed herself incapable of expressing; but her countenance and a few artless words fully conveyed all their gratitude and delight, and her cousin began to find her an interesting object.36 more facial expression Show general definition for countenance (as in: a pleasant countenance) facial expression; or face; or composure or manner
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countenance#2to tolerate or approve We will not countenance torture.more Show sample from book She was preparing for her ninth lying-in; and after bewailing the circumstance, and imploring their countenance as sponsors to the expected child, she could not conceal how important she felt they might be to the future maintenance of the eight already in being.36 more support Show general definition for countenance (as in: giving countenance) to tolerate, approve, or show favor or support