aristocracyThis refers to the social class deemed to be the highest in society, often associated with nobility or royalty.
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The highest social class in some countries, usually made up of nobility and hereditary titles."The aristocracy lived in grand homes, far removed from the ordinary people."
inheritanceIn the book, this term refers to the property, title or rights that one receives from one's ancestors or parents upon their death.
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Something, such as property or a title, that is received from one's ancestors or parents at their death."Upon his father's death, he received a sizable inheritance."
gentlemanThe term in the book often refers to a courteous or nobleman from the upper class.
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A chivalrous, courteous, or honorable man."His impeccable manners proved him to be a true gentleman."
A polite and respectful or generous man."The gentleman kindly helped her up the stairs."
earlRefers to a nobility title used in Britain and refers to Lord Dorincourt in the book.
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A british nobleman ranking above a viscount and below a marquess."He was now known as Earl of Dorincourt, a title he had inherited from his father."
kindnessThis refers to the quality of being friendly, generous and considerate, a central theme in the story.
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The quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate."His kindness towards others was his most admirable attribute."