Leviathan — Vocabulary
Thomas Hobbes
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interprettranslate Can she interpret Spanish to English for us?more Show sample from book In like manner, when question is of the Meaning of written Lawes, he is not the Interpreter of them, that writeth a Commentary upon them.†121 more interpret → interpreter:someone who translates language Show general definition for interpret (as in: interpret Spanish to English) to translate someone’s words into spoken words of another language while they are speaking
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interpret#2understand (In this case: Why did she smile? What does it mean?) I don't know how to interpret her smile.more Show sample from book The abilities required in a good Interpreter of the Law, that is to say, in a good Judge, are not the same with those of an Advocate; namely the study of the Lawes.†121 more interpret → interpreter:someone who explains or understands something in a particular way Show general definition for interpret (as in: her interpretation of the data) to understand or explain something in a particular way -- often the meaning or significance of something
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doctrineprinciple She argues that the action is protected under the separation-of-powers doctrine that is fundamental to the US Constitution.more Show sample from book For this kind of Doctrine, admitteth no other Demonstration.†218 more a belief (or system of beliefs or principles) accepted as authoritative by some … Show general definition a belief (or system of beliefs or principles) accepted as authoritative by some group
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attributeattribute → attributes:characteristics The spreadsheet has a column to describe the breed of dog and then ten additional columns to indicate attributes of the breeds. For example, the second column has the average full-grown weight.more Show sample from book That we may know what worship of God is taught us by the light of Nature, I will begin with his Attributes.†73 more attribute → attributes:characteristics (of something or someone) Show general definition for attribute (as in: It is an attribute of...) a characteristic or feature (of something or someone)
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attribute#2attribute → attributed:credited (pointed to as the source of) She attributed this quotation to Shakespeare.more Show sample from book When they are attributed to Men, they signifie Conformity, or Inconformity of Manners, to Reason.73 more attribute → attributed:credited (pointed to as the cause of something) Show general definition for attribute (as in: I attribute it to...) to credit (a source for something) in two typical senses: "I attribute it to her work." -- to say who or what made something happen "Remember to attribute any quotations in your paper." -- indicate the source of a quotation or idea
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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 And this was it our most wise King, King James, aymed at, in endeavouring the Union of his two Realms of England and Scotland.†60 more endeavor → endeavouring:trying or attempting Show context notes This is a British spelling. Americans use endeavoring. Show general definition to attempt; or a project or activity attempted
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deriveget She likes to win, but she doesn't derive pleasure from watching others lose.more Show sample from book This kind of Honour, commonly called Gentry, has been derived from the Antient Germans.†52 more derive → derived:got Show general definition to get something from something else (If the context doesn't otherwise indicate where something came from, it is generally from reasoning--especially deductive reasoning.)
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inferfigure out or guess by reasoning Which of the following facts can you infer from the first paragraph?more Show sample from book For there can be no certainty of the last Conclusion, without a certainty of all those Affirmations and Negations, on which it was grounded, and inferred.†30 more infer → inferred:concluded or guessed by reasoning Show general definition to figure out or guess by reasoning
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monarchya government ruled by a king of queen The monarchy is over three hundred years old, but it was forced to share power and adopt a constitution during the last century.more Show sample from book But when many such Families, joyned together, made a greater Monarchy, this duty of the Herealt, to distinguish Scutchions, was made a private Office a part.†59 more a government, country, or ruling family of a country ruled by a king of queen Show general definition a government, country, or ruling family of a country ruled by a king of queen
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subordinateless important or subservient At that time, women were thought subordinate to men in political matters.more Show sample from book Others are Dependent; that is to say, Subordinate to some Soveraign Power, to which every one, as also their Representative is Subject.†39 more less important or subservient; OR to rank as such Show general definition less important or subservient; or to rank as such
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prudentsensible and careful She was promoted to manager because she is so prudent.more Show sample from book There be beasts, that at a year old observe more, and pursue that which is for their good, more prudently, than a child can do at ten.†34 more prudent → prudently:with good sense and caution
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heathenheathen → heathens:people who do not believe in Christianity The crusaders called them heathens and they called the crusaders infidels.more Show sample from book Such was the Heathen Forme, "Let Jupiter kill me else, as I kill this Beast."†44 more someone who is not civilized or not moral OR an offensive term for a person who does not believe in a preferred religion Show general definition an often offensive (sometimes humorous) word for someone seen as uncivilized or immoral, especially because she does not share the speaker’s religion or comes from a culture unfamiliar with it Show editor's word notes This word is usually judgmental or insulting, so today it is used mostly in joking contexts or when describing older attitudes.
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attaingain or reach something with effort She was the first woman to attain the rank of general.more Show sample from book As first, when they one succeed another, they are diversly called from the opinion men have of the likelihood of attaining what they desire.†29 more attain → attaining:gaining or reaching something with effort Show general definition to gain or reach something with effort
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prophecyprediction of the future The prophecy came true.more Show sample from book From him onely, and supernaturally, proceeds Prophecy.†43 more Show general definition a prediction of the future (usually said to be obtained in a supernatural way)
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idolatrythe worship of an object as though it were a god Her admiration borders on idolatry.more Show sample from book Besides the Idolatrous Worship of Images, there is also a Scandalous Worship of them; which is also a sin; but not Idolatry.†41 more idolatry → idolatrous:the worship of idols (physical objects representative of gods)… Show general definition the worship of idols (physical objects representative of gods) or: excessive admiration and devotion to something or someone
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preceptrule for behavior She accepts the Golden Rule as a precept.more Show sample from book And the Religion of the later sort is Divine Politiques; and containeth Precepts to those that have yeelded themselves subjects in the Kingdome of God.†34 more precept → precepts:rules for behavior Show general definition a rule for behavior -- especially a shared moral doctrine
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conducivehelpful The dorm room was not conducive to studying.more Show sample from book Desire of things that conduce but a little to our ends; And fear of things that are but of little hindrance, PUSILLANIMITY.†24 more conducive → conduce:contribute (to a result) Show general definition helpful; or tending to contribute (to something)
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repugnantdisgusting Her behavior is shocking and repugnant.more Show sample from book First, because they Covenant, it is to be understood, they are not obliged by former Covenant to any thing repugnant hereunto.†18 more Show general definition disgusting
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dissolutionformal ending or termination After years of growing apart, they finally agreed that the dissolution of their marriage was the healthiest choice for both of them.more Show sample from book When therefore these two Powers oppose one another, the Common-wealth cannot but be in great danger of Civill warre, and Dissolution.†14 more breaking something up or bringing it to an end Show general definition the act or process of breaking something up or bringing it to an end—for example, ending a relationship or meeting, or a substance breaking apart as it mixes into a liquid Show editor's word notes In everyday and legal use, dissolution can mean ending a relationship, meeting, or legal body, such as the dissolution of a marriage or a company. In chemistry, it refers to a substance breaking apart and spreading evenly through a liquid (for example, salt in water), or a compound separating into its parts by chemical action.
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omnipotentall powerful When I was young, I believed in the myth of omnipotent science, technology and logic.more Show sample from book And did not his will assure the Necessity of mans will, and consequently of all that on mans will dependeth, the Liberty of men would be a contradiction, and impediment to the omnipotence and Liberty of God.†9 more omnipotent → omnipotence:the quality of being all powerful Show general definition all powerful Show editor's word notes note: "omni" means "all". It is often said that God is omnipotent, omniscient, and omnipresent (all powerful, all knowing, and all present; i.e., present everywhere)