The Three Musketeers — Vocabulary
Alexandre Dumas
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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 "His Eminence, then, orders me—" said the lady.†153 more eminent → eminence:famous, respected, or important within a particular field or profession Show general definition famous, respected, or important within a particular field or profession
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consequenceconsequence → consequences:results Your decision will have three major consequences.more Show sample from book Fight the more for duels being forbidden, since consequently there is twice as much courage in fighting.49 more consequence → consequently:resultantly (as a 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 "I have no horse," said d'Artagnan; "but that is of no consequence, I can take one of Monsieur de Treville's."49 more importance Show general definition for consequence (as in: of little consequence) importance or relevance
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prudentsensible and careful She was promoted to manager because she is so prudent.more Show sample from book It is not courage that is needed; it is prudence.51 more prudent → prudence:good sense and caution
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conveycommunicate or express She dresses to convey a sense of a successful, no-nonsense woman.more Show sample from book His words were brief and expressive, conveying all that was meant, and no more; no embellishments, no embroidery, no arabesques.17 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 "Meanwhile," said Felton, "convey me to the little bay of—; you know it was agreed you should put in there."17 more 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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endeavorendeavor → endeavored:tried or attempted I endeavored to get both sides to agree to a compromise.more Show sample from book One of them, stationed upon the top stair, naked sword in hand, prevented, or at least endeavored to prevent, the three others from ascending.†44 more Show general definition to attempt; or a project or activity attempted
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vengeancerevenge Most Americans wanted vengeance after the 9-11 attacks.more Show sample from book So that now it is no longer hatred, but vengeance.†56 more the act of taking revenge Show general definition for vengeance (as in: vengeance is mine) the act of taking revenge (Revenge means to harm someone to get them back for something harmful that they have done.)
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precedeprecede → preceded:were before in time Stone tools preceded bronze tools.more Show sample from book "You are very generous, gentlemen of the Guards," said Athos, full of rancor, for Jussac was one of the aggressors of the preceding day.†30 more precede → preceding:prior (in time or space) Show general definition to go or do before
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adversaryopponent She is his greatest adversary.more Show sample from book He who at the moment occupied the upper step kept his adversaries marvelously in check.†30 more adversary → adversaries:opponents Show general definition an opponent
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notwithstandingin spite of Notwithstanding my fear, I want to try parachuting from an airplane.more Show sample from book Notwithstanding all the pains he took, d'Artagnan was unable to learn any more concerning his three new-made friends.†25 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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acquaintcause to know better You should acquaint yourself with the new computer program.more Show sample from book Yes, yes, that is he; how is it, sir, that you are acquainted with this man?†34 more acquaint → acquainted:familiar with OR a friend or associate Show general definition to cause to know; or to cause to be familiar with
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avengetake revenge for In the story, she wants to avenge the murder of her brother.more Show sample from book I will then release you from all your promises—even that of procuring my admission into the Musketeers; for before everything, I wish to avenge myself.†32 more Show general definition take revenge for a perceived wrong
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bastiondefensive fortification The universities were the last bastion of freedom, but they were purged of anyone who questioned official propaganda shortly after the coup.more Show sample from book In fact the Rochellais had made a sortie during the night, and had retaken a bastion of which the royal army had gained possession two days before.†38 more a strong defender or reliable example of something Show general definition a strong defender or reliable example of something -- like a fortress or a person upholding a principle
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adieugoodbye She whispered a quiet adieu as she turned to leave.more Show sample from book In that case, adieu.†22 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.
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repugnantdisgusting Her behavior is shocking and repugnant.more Show sample from book And being a Musketeer but for a time, I only fight when I am forced to do so, and always with great repugnance; but this time the affair is serious, for here is a lady compromised by you.†9 more repugnant → repugnance:strong disgust
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amorousromantic or sexual She rejected his amorous advances.more Show sample from book But for the moment, let us do as did the amorous Gascon; we will see after the worthy mercer later.†10 more Show general definition romantic or sexual
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denotesindicates The asterisk ("") denotes a footnote.more Show sample from book At first sight, nothing denoted the cardinal; and it was impossible for those who did not know his face to guess in whose presence they were.†7 more denotes* → denoted:means literally; OR indicates Show general definition means literally; or indicates
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minutetiny Don't eat a lot of poppy seeds for a few days before a drug test. They have a minute amount of a chemical that can cause a false positive when testing for heroin use.more Show sample from book With a single glance the prisoner took in the apartment in its minutest details.4 more minute → minutest:smallest Show general definition for minute (as in: minute size) small, exceptionally small, or insignificant
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minute#2including even small considerations We discussed it in minute detail.more Show sample from book He then related the adventure of Meung, described the unknown gentleman with the greatest minuteness, and all with a warmth and truthfulness that delighted M. de Treville.4 more minute → minuteness:attention to detail Show general definition for minute (as in: minute description) detailed (including even small considerations); and/or careful (done with care)