Both Uses of
formidable
in
Of Human Bondage
- A year passed, and when Philip came to the school the old masters were all in their places; but a good many changes had taken place notwithstanding their stubborn resistance, none the less formidable because it was concealed under an apparent desire to fall in with the new head's ideas.†
Chpt 15-16 *formidable = intimidating or impressive
- They were not shy children, and they quickly came to the conclusion that Philip was not formidable.†
Chpt 89-90
Definition:
intimidating or impressive -- arousing fear or admiration due to impressiveness or challenge