The Mill on the Floss — Vocabulary
George Eliot
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consequenceconsequence → consequences:results Your decision will have three major consequences.more Show sample from book A vague idea of going to prison, as a consequence of debt, was the shape his fears had begun to take.24 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 She began to dislike Mr. Riley; it was evident he thought her silly and of no consequence.24 more importance Show general definition for consequence (as in: of little consequence) importance or relevance
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resolutiona firm decision to do something Her New Year's resolution is to read deeply at least one hour a day.more Show sample from book We have failed to keep our resolutions;28 more resolution → resolutions:firm decisions
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resolution#2determination She ran each mile of the marathon with increasing resolution.more Show sample from book At one time you take pleasure in a sort of perverse self-denial, and at another you have not resolution to resist a thing that you know to be wrong.28 more determination (steadfastness; or firmness of purpose) Show general definition for resolution (as in: Her resolution weakened.) determination (firmness of purpose)
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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 that they were glad enough to offer him a share in the business; that was what Tom resolved "he" would do.19 more 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 Mr. Tulliver had never slackened in his resolve to raise the money, but now he at once determined to write a letter to Mrs. Glegg, which should cut off all possibility of mistake.19 more firmness of purpose Show general definition for resolve (as in: Her resolve weakened.) firmness of purpose (strong determination to do something)
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reproachreproach → reproached:criticized and expressed disappointment She reproached him for treating his sister so thoughtlessly.more Show sample from book But the reproach was the unendurable thing; the one thing worse than parting with her was, that she should feel he had acted unworthily toward her.38 more criticism 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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alludeallude → alluded:indirectly referenced He alluded to Susan without mentioning her name.more Show sample from book There was no attitude in which his pride did not feel its bruises; and in all behavior toward him, whether kind or cold, he detected an allusion to the change in his circumstances.16 more allude → allusion:indirect reference Show general definition to make an indirect reference Show editor's word notes The expression, no allusion can mean "not even an indirect reference"; i.e., neither a direct nor an indirect reference to something.
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parisha local church community or in some places including Louisiana: a jurisdiction of government like a county Are we talking about a governmental or a religious parish?more Show sample from book "Did ever anybody hear the like i' this parish?" said Mr. Glegg, getting hot.†26 more a local church community…
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resignation(accepted) something undesired as unavoidable or the lesser of evils It wasn't her first choice, but she accepted it with resignation.more Show sample from book ...how could I be resigned to the loss of the one thing which had ever come to me on earth with the promise of such deep joy...20 more resignation → resigned:acceptance of something undesired as unavoidable Show general definition for resignation (as in: accepted it with resignation) acceptance of something undesired as unavoidable or the lesser of evils
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contrastnotable difference The contrast in their leadership styles is striking. Olivia motivated people with fear. Isabella motivated them with praise.more Show sample from book Not that anger, on account of spurned beauty can dwell in the celestial breasts of charitable ladies, but rather that the errors of persons who have once been much admired necessarily take a deeper tinge from the mere force of contrast; and also, that to-day Maggie's conspicuous position, for the first time, made evident certain characteristics which were subsequently felt to have an explanatory bearing.12 more Show general definition for contrast (as in: there is a contrast) a difference -- especially a notable difference; or the side-x-side arrangement of things that draws attention to an unmissable difference
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melancholyvery sad She's been in a melancholy mood since her dog died.more Show sample from book "I'm not going to stay a minute longer in this house. ..." "Dear heart, dear heart!" said Mr. Glegg in a melancholy tone, as he followed his wife out of the room.18 more sad Show general definition a sad feeling or manner -- sometimes thoughtfully sad
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predominantpredominant → predominantly:most commonly In the summer, our afternoon breezes come predominantly from the southwest.more Show sample from book Mr. Guest and Mr. Wakem were on friendly dining terms, and the attorney liked to predominate over a ship-owner and mill-owner who was a little too loud in the town affairs as well as in his table-talk.†18 more predominant → predominate:most frequent, common, or important; OR having more power and influence Show general definition most frequent, common, or important; or having more power and influence
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entreatentreat → entreated:asked She flattered and entreated him until he agreed to help.more Show sample from book "Don't you ask it, mum," said Bob, entreatingly.22 more entreat → entreatingly:in a pleading manner Show general definition to ask -- especially while trying hard to overcome resistance
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allayreduce the intensity of They have tried to allay fears by saying their weapons are of a defensive nature.more Show sample from book That's the fault I have to find wi' you, Bessy; if you see a stick i' the road, you're allays thinkin' you can't step over it.†43 more allay → allays:reduces the intensity of or calms Show general definition reduce the intensity of; or calm
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impetuousimpulsive (made suddenly without much thought) She regretted her impetuous promise.†more Show sample from book "Leave me to myself, if you please," she said, with impetuous haughtiness, "and for the future avoid me."12 more impulsive (acting suddenly without much thought) Show general definition for impetuous (as in: an impetuous decision) impulsive (acting suddenly without much thought) -- often with an unfortunate consequence
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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 said Lucy, in a tone of remonstrance, "I don't believe a word of that."14 more remonstrate → remonstrance:argument in protest or opposition Show general definition argue, complain, or criticize
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penitentsorry for having done wrong When her anger passed, she was penitent.more Show sample from book "Oh no; and not handsome,—that is, not very," said Lucy, half-penitent at this uncharitable remark.†11 more feeling or expressing sorrow for having done wrong; OR a person who does such Show general definition feeling or expressing sorrow for having done wrong; or a person who does such
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peremptorynot allowing contradiction or refusal The judge issued a peremptory order, leaving no room for debate or discussion.more Show sample from book "It wasn't," said Tom, loudly and peremptorily.†10 more peremptory → peremptorily:in a manner that does not allow contradiction or refusal
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superfluousmore than is needed, desired, or required Eliminate superfluous words.more Show sample from book It was her fuzzy front of curls; for as she occupied herself in household matters in the morning it would have been a mere extravagance to put on anything so superfluous to the making of leathery pastry as a fuzzy curled front.†7 more