Ivanhoe — Vocabulary
Sir Walter Scott
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yieldproduce (lead to) The discovery could yield a more effective treatment for diabetes.more Show sample from book "Say to the Grand Master," replied Rebecca, "that I maintain my innocence, and do not yield me as justly condemned, lest I become guilty of mine own blood."28 more give Show general definition for yield (as in: will yield valuable data) to produce (usually something wanted); or the thing or amount produced
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yield#2give in The country vowed not to yield to pressure from its larger neighbors.more Show sample from book Wilfred, placing his foot on his breast, and the sword's point to his throat, commanded him to yield him, or die on the spot.28 more give in, give way, or give up Show general definition for yield (as in: yield to pressure) to give in, give way, or give up
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scarcityshortage There is a scarcity of work in the region.more Show sample from book The outward appearance of these two men formed scarce a stronger contrast than their look and demeanour.†42 more scarcity → scarce:in short supply OR barely or hardly (by a small margin) Show general definition shortage (having an amount that is less than desired)
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valorcourage (exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger -- especially in battle) She received a medal for valor.more Show sample from book "I do so propose," replied Isaac, bowing in all humility, "if it please your reverend valour."†46 more valor → valour:exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger -- especially in battle Show context notes This is a British spelling. Americans use valor. Show general definition exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger -- especially in battle
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monka male member of a religious order typically living under vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience The Tibetan monk wore an orange robe.more Show sample from book Report speaks you a bonny monk, that would hear the matin chime ere he quitted his bowl; and, old as I am, I feared to have shame in encountering you.†46 more a male member of a religious order typically living under vows of poverty, chast…
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perishbe destroyed or cease to exist ...government of the people, by the people, for the people shall not perish from the earth.Abraham Lincoln — Gettysburg Addressmore Show sample from book —what if the youth perish!†26 more die, be destroyed, or cease to exist Show general definition to die -- especially in an unnatural way or: to be destroyed or cease to exist Show editor's word notes You may encounter an informal expression, "Perish the thought." It means that the speaker hopes the thought will cease to exist and the thing it represents will never happen.
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endeavorendeavor → endeavored:tried or attempted I endeavored to get both sides to agree to a compromise.more Show sample from book You expressed, besides, your apprehension, that the unpatriotic prejudices of my countrymen would not allow fair play to such a work as that of which I endeavoured to demonstrate the probable success.†30 more endeavor → endeavoured:tried or attempted Show context notes This is a British spelling. Americans use endeavored. Show general definition to attempt; or a project or activity attempted
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correspondcorrespond → corresponds:is equivalent The girls are using a simple code where "1" corresponds to "A", "2" to "B" and so on for each of the 26 letters of the alphabet.more Show sample from book In the outwork was a sallyport corresponding to the postern of the castle, and the whole was surrounded by a strong palisade.†11 more correspond → corresponding:connected or fitting together by being equivalent, proportionate, or matched Show general definition for correspond (as in: corresponding time period) connect or fit together by being equivalent, proportionate, or matched (Two things are equivalent if they have the same or very similar value, purpose, or result.)
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correspond#2write to each other We correspond regularly via email.more Show sample from book All these circumstances, so natural and so trivial, were gravely listened to as proofs, or, at least, as affording strong suspicions that Rebecca had unlawful correspondence with mystical powers.†11 more correspond → correspondence:communication by written letters or messages Show general definition for correspond (as in: corresponding by email) communicate -- typically by writing letters or email Show editor's word notes A corresponding secretary is an officer of an organization who is responsible for managing the organization's correspondence and keeping a record of it.
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conveycommunicate or express She dresses to convey a sense of a successful, no-nonsense woman.more Show sample from book The word suited the author's purpose in two material respects,—for, first, it had an ancient English sound; and secondly, it conveyed no indication whatever of the nature of the story.†9 more convey → conveyed:communicated or expressed
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convey#2transport I was ordered to convey her to London.more Show sample from book Indeed, it seemed that so humble a conveyance as a mule, in however good case, and however well broken to a pleasant and accommodating amble, was only used by the gallant monk for travelling on the road.9 more convey → conveyance:means of transport 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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antagonistenemy or opponent In the movie, Star Wars, Darth Vader is the antagonist to Luke Skywalker.more Show sample from book "He is the devil!" said a veteran man-at-arms, bearing back from the blows of their sable antagonist.†22 more someone who offers opposition or is hostile Show general definition for antagonist (as in: the antagonist in the film) someone who offers opposition or is hostile
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notwithstandingin spite of Notwithstanding my fear, I want to try parachuting from an airplane.more Show sample from book and for summer rain, I never saw such broad downright flat drops fall out of the clouds; the oaks, too, notwithstanding the calm weather, sob and creak with their great boughs as if announcing a tempest.†20 more used to show that something remains true even though something else seems to go … Show general definition used to show that something remains true even though something else seems to go against it Show editor's word notes Most commonly, you can substitute "in spite of" for notwithstanding. But see the first exemplary sample sentences for other common word substitutions.
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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 They were of Saracen origin, and consequently of Arabian descent; and their fine slender limbs, small fetlocks, thin manes, and easy springy motion, formed a marked contrast with the large-jointed, heavy horses, of which the race was cultivated in Flanders and in Normandy, for mounting the men-at-arms of the period in all the panoply of plate and mail; and which, placed by the side of those Eastern coursers, might have passed for a personification of substance and of shadow.14 more difference 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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scruplesprinciples that discourage certain kinds of action She doesn't share my scruples on the subject.more Show sample from book Prince John, in the meanwhile, occupied his castle, and disposed of his domains without scruple; and seeking at present to dazzle men's eyes by his hospitality and magnificence, had given orders for great preparations, in order to render the banquet as splendid as possible.†17 more scruples → scruple:an ethical or moral principle that discourages certain kinds of action
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unrequitedunreturned It's a sad song about the heartbreak of unrequited love.more Show sample from book "Assuredly," said Rebecca, "you shall not repent you of requiting the good deed received of the stranger knight."†18 more unrequited → requiting:repaying or returning Show context notes Today, unrequited is used much more commonly than forms of requite. You'll probably learn unrequited first. The prefix "un-" means not, so when it's not there, the meaning of unrequited is reversed. This is the same pattern you see in words like unhappy, unknown, and unlucky. Show general definition not returned (typically of feelings -- as in unrequited love)
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retinuegroup (of people following and attending to an important person) The celebrity was accompanied by a large retinue of assistants and bodyguards.more Show sample from book The King rides home, and rejoins his retinue.†15 more a group of people following and attending to an important person Show general definition a group of people following and attending to an important person
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avariceexcessive desire for wealth We can try both to minimize greed and avarice and to channel them into directions beneficial to society.more Show sample from book It was not in places of general resort, or where their equals were assembled, that any avaricious or malevolent noble durst offer him injury.†8 more avarice → avaricious:having or showing excessive desire for wealth Show general definition excessive desire for wealth Show editor's word notes Like "greed", but implies greed specifically for money. The early Christian Church counted avarice as one of the "seven deadly sins."
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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 Apparently he did not think it proper to decline this invitation as he had done the former; for, though his gesture indicated some surprise at the summons, he obeyed it without answer or remonstrance.†7 more remonstrate → remonstrance:argument in protest or opposition Show general definition argue, complain, or criticize
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adieugoodbye She whispered a quiet adieu as she turned to leave.more Show sample from book Once more adieu; "vale tandem, non immemor mei".†7 more Show general definition a farewell remark (an alternative to goodbye) Show editor's word notes Adieu is typically more formal than bye. It comes from the French, à Dieu which literally means "to God" — as in I entrust you to God's care.