[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: disciplined
Target surface form: disciplined
Context:
If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "But what do we mean, specifically, by "creativity "? No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against <t>disciplined</t> instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=disciplined%5:00:00:controlled:00 | definition=obeying the rules
2. sense_key=disciplined%5:00:00:trained:00 | definition=trained mentally or physically by instruction or exercise | examples=the beautiful coordination of his disciplined muscles; a disciplined mind

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**My Reasoning for "Disciplined" in this Context**

Okay, the target is "disciplined" and the surface form is, well, "disciplined." The context gives us "romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction." I immediately start to process candidate senses: sense 1, "obeying the rules" (controlled), and sense 2, "trained mentally or physically" (trained). My initial thought is, is the *instruction* itself "obeying rules," or does "disciplined instruction" mean instruction that *enforces* rules? Or is characterized *by* discipline?

Let's break down the definitions. Sense 1 is about obeying rules, being controlled. Sense 2 is about being trained. Neither one seems perfect for "disciplined instruction" at first glance. It's an adjective modifying a noun, instruction. Instruction that requires discipline? The "disciplined mind" example under sense 2 gives me pause because the mind is being trained.

Looking closer at the wordnet entries, the core difference seems to be between "controlled:00" and "trained:00." If instruction is *disciplined*, is it primarily about being *controlled* or *trained*?

Maybe the word "controlled" is right, "disciplined instruction" meaning instruction that is orderly, strictly controlled? Let's consider the context more closely, especially the "authoritarian" aspect. This *authoritarian* connotation suggests a sense of strictness and control.

Now I delve deeper, looking at the glosses and examples. "disciplined" under "controlled" (similar to): I see "a disciplined army," but, "disciplined muscles", is more closely related to sense 2. So, "disciplined instruction" -> the instruction is orderly, strictly controlled. The "rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was regarded as 'authoritarian'" aligns strongly with the "controlled" meaning. That *authoritarian* word is a strong clue.

"Obeying the rules" is the gloss for Sense 1, but the synset is under "controlled." In the context, does "disciplined" applied to "instruction" mean "obeying the rules"? Or "controlled"? It's the *controlled* aspect that fits best here, especially given the "authoritarian" association.

Can we make an argument for "trained"? Instruction is *teaching*. It's not *trained* mentally or physically. The *instruction* itself is disciplined; that is, it is controlled and strictly regulated.

Therefore, after all of this, my conclusion is that Sense 1 (controlled) is the best fit. I'll double check the context again: "romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as 'authoritarian,' a repression..." Yes, the instruction is highly structured, controlled, authoritarian, all pointing towards the sense of controlled behaviors.

I choose sense 1: obeying the rules (controlled) for this context.


attempt_kind: initial

status: success

[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: instruction
Target surface form: instruction
Context:
If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "But what do we mean, specifically, by "creativity "? No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined <t>instruction</t>, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=instruction%1:10:04:: | definition=a message describing how something is to be done | synonyms=direction | examples=he gave directions faster than she could follow them
2. sense_key=instruction%1:04:01:: | definition=the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill | synonyms=education, teaching, pedagogy, didactics, educational activity | examples=he received no formal education; our instruction was carefully programmed
3. sense_key=instruction%1:04:00:: | definition=the profession of a teacher | synonyms=teaching, pedagogy | examples=he prepared for teaching while still in college; pedagogy is recognized as an important profession
4. sense_key=instruction%1:10:02:: | definition=(computer science) a line of code written as part of a computer program | synonyms=command, statement, program line

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

finish_reason: stop

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

role: assistant

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "Instruction" in an Educational Context**

Okay, so the core term we're dissecting is "instruction," and the environment is clearly education-focused, specifically elementary schools and the broader context of education itself, with the phrase "disciplined instruction" as a key. Let's break down these candidates logically.

Candidate 1, "a message describing how something is to be done," just doesn't quite resonate here. While instructions *can* be part of education, the phrase "disciplined instruction" feels broader than a set of directions. It lacks the sense of *activity*.

Candidate 3, "the profession of a teacher," is even further off. "Disciplined instruction" describes *what* is done, not *who* does it. The profession is a related concept, but not the core meaning we're after.

Candidate 4, "a line of code," is obviously irrelevant in an educational setting. This is a complete mismatch.

That leaves Candidate 2: "the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill," which gives me that "aha" moment, it fits best. It directly describes the core action, the process. Education, teaching, pedagogy…all those synonyms align perfectly. "Disciplined instruction" feels synonymous with this. "Our instruction was carefully programmed" really reinforces this meaning. The term here is clearly referring to the activity of imparting knowledge, not just a set of directions or the profession itself. That's the correct sense.

type: thinking

service_tier: default

currency: USD


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: authoritarian
Target surface form: authoritarian
Context:
If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "But what do we mean, specifically, by "creativity "? No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "<t>authoritarian</t>, "a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=authoritarian%5:00:00:undemocratic:00 | definition=characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty | synonyms=autocratic, dictatorial, despotic, tyrannic, tyrannical | examples=an authoritarian regime; autocratic government
2. sense_key=authoritarian%5:00:00:domineering:00 | definition=expecting unquestioning obedience | synonyms=dictatorial, overbearing | examples=the timid child of authoritarian parents; insufferably overbearing behavior toward the waiter

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "Authoritarian" in Educational Context**

Okay, so the core concept I'm wrestling with here is "authoritarian," and it's appearing within the framework of educational philosophy. My immediate instinct is to dissect the semantic possibilities. The text is positioning "authoritarian" in opposition to "creativity" and "disciplined instruction," which immediately focuses my lens. Let's look at the candidate senses.

Sense one, "characteristic of an absolute ruler," is a possibility, but feels a bit removed from the classroom setting, even a very rigid one. It implies absolute sovereignty, a top-down power structure. While some pedagogical approaches *could* be interpreted this way, the context seems less about a regime and more about classroom management, or a method of teaching.

Sense two, however, immediately clicks. This "expecting unquestioning obedience" is far more resonant with the text's portrayal. "Disciplined instruction" becomes “authoritarian” in this understanding, and immediately, I can see the link to “repression and frustration of latent talents.” It implies a domineering, perhaps stifling, approach to learning, much like “the timid child of authoritarian parents.” Therefore, the second sense seems to be the best fit for this particular analysis.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: repression
Target surface form: repression
Context:
If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "But what do we mean, specifically, by "creativity "? No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a <t>repression</t> and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=repression%1:26:00:: | definition=a state of forcible subjugation | examples=the long repression of Christian sects
2. sense_key=repression%1:22:00:: | definition=(psychiatry) the classical defense mechanism that protects you from impulses or ideas that would cause anxiety by preventing them from becoming conscious
3. sense_key=repression%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of repressing; control by holding down | examples=his goal was the repression of insolence

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "Repression" in Context**

Okay, the target word is "repression," and I need to figure out the right meaning here. The text describes it in relation to "disciplined instruction," which is seen as "authoritarian" and as causing a "repression and frustration of the latent talents." So, what's the best fit? I immediately think of the different senses.

First, I consider sense one, which is essentially about a *state* of "forcible subjugation." That's possible, but it doesn't quite click. Think of the long repression of Christian sects; that's a *state* of being held down. It's not a bad fit, but it doesn't feel right for this particular context. I can't imagine this sentence making a comment about a 'state' of holding down talent.

Then, there's the psychiatric sense, defense mechanism - interesting, but doesn't quite fit the textual context.

Then I get to the third sense: "the act of repressing; control by holding down." Now, that feels much more plausible. The text speaks of an *act* of "repression" and "frustration." And the whole idea is that the instruction is actively holding something back. The text is using an active verb here, an act.

Let's look at the example of "his goal was the repression of insolence." Comparing that to "the repression of the latent talents," I can see the parallelism. The context specifically says, "...a repression and frustration..." which strongly supports the third definition. "A repression" is the *act* of repressing. This isn't a *state* of repression; it's an action, an effect.

Therefore, I'm confident that sense three, "the act of repressing; control by holding down," is the correct interpretation in this context.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: frustration
Target surface form: frustration
Context:
If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "But what do we mean, specifically, by "creativity "? No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and <t>frustration</t> of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=frustration%1:12:00:: | definition=the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted in attaining your goals | synonyms=defeat
2. sense_key=frustration%1:04:02:: | definition=an act of hindering someone's plans or efforts | synonyms=thwarting, foiling
3. sense_key=frustration%1:12:01:: | definition=a feeling of annoyance at being hindered or criticized | examples=her constant complaints were the main source of his frustration

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "Frustration" in Context**

Okay, so I'm looking at "frustration" in this sentence about stifling children's potential. The text presents it as a parallel to "repression," the act of hindering something. My first thought is to run through the possible senses. We've got:

1.  A feeling of defeat when goals are blocked.
2.  An *act* of hindering plans or efforts.
3.  A feeling of annoyance from being hindered or criticized.

Given the context of "a repression *and* frustration of latent talents," it's pretty clear we're not talking about a *feeling* here. The "and" makes it clear that frustration is being used here to describe something that the "repression" is directly parallel to. That knocks out senses one and three immediately. It's got to be the *act* of hindering, sense two. It's a key part of stifling these talents, not the emotional response to it.

I'm checking the synonyms for sense 2: thwarting and foiling. That fits perfectly! The passage later substituted thwarting for "frustration" in a phrase, "a repression and thwarting of the latent talents," which strengthens my conviction that sense 2 is the correct one. So, I'm confident in choosing sense two to be the appropriate selection for this usage.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: latent
Target surface form: latent
Context:
If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "But what do we mean, specifically, by "creativity "? No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the <t>latent</t> talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=latent%5:00:00:potential:00 | definition=potentially existing but not presently evident or realized | examples=a latent fingerprint; latent talent
2. sense_key=latent%5:00:00:inactive:02 | definition=(pathology) not presently active | examples=latent infection; latent diabetes

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the "Latent" Context**

Okay, so the target is "latent" and the surface form is, well, "latent". The context provided speaks of "latent talents" and "potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children." Right away, this feels like a clear-cut case. I have two potential senses to work with. Sense one, with the key "latent%5:00:00:potential:00," defines it as something "potentially existing but not presently evident or realized," offering the example of "latent talent." Sense two, "latent%5:00:00:inactive:02," focuses on the pathological sense of something "not presently active."

The phrase "latent talents" is a direct hit to sense one's example. Moreover, the definition of "potentially existing but not presently evident or realized" fits like a glove with the mention of "potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children." It's almost too easy, really. The idea of talents and potentialities being present, but not yet *manifest* or *developed* is the core of this context. Therefore, after careful consideration, I'm confident that sense one is the correct interpretation.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: talent
Target surface form: talents
Context:
If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "But what do we mean, specifically, by "creativity "? No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the latent <t>talents</t> and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=talent%1:09:00:: | definition=natural abilities or qualities | synonyms=endowment, gift, natural endowment
2. sense_key=talent%1:18:00:: | definition=a person who possesses unusual innate ability in some field or activity

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "Talents" in Context**

Alright, let's break this down. The target word is "talents" in that sentence, and I need to pin down the most appropriate sense. My initial instinct, as always, is to consider the range of potential meanings. I've got a couple of candidates bubbling up: "natural abilities or qualities" – the endowment, the gift, the innate capacity; and then there's the second sense, "a person" who embodies exceptional ability.

Now, looking closer at the context is key. The sentence speaks of "latent talents...inherent in the souls of all our children." It's not about specific individuals *possessing* talents, but about the *potential* itself that resides within. This firmly pushes me towards the first sense, the "natural abilities or qualities" – the inherent potential. The language emphasizes that these talents are part of a child's fundamental makeup, their "soul," and that they haven't yet been explicitly defined. Sense 1 is the clear winner here.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: yet
Target surface form: yet
Context:
If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "But what do we mean, specifically, by "creativity "? No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as <t>yet</t> undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=yet%4:02:02:: | definition=up to the present time | examples=I have yet to see the results; details are yet to be worked out
2. sense_key=yet%4:02:04:: | definition=used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time | synonyms=so far, thus far, up to now, hitherto, heretofore, as yet | examples=So far he hasn't called; the sun isn't up yet
3. sense_key=yet%4:02:03:: | definition=to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons | synonyms=even, still | examples=looked sick and felt even worse; an even (or still) more interesting problem
4. sense_key=yet%4:02:00:: | definition=within an indefinite time or at an unspecified future time | synonyms=in time | examples=he longed for the flowers that were yet to show themselves; sooner or later you will have to face the facts
5. sense_key=yet%4:02:05:: | definition=used after a superlative | synonyms=so far | examples=this is the best so far; the largest drug bust yet
6. sense_key=yet%4:02:06:: | definition=despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession) | synonyms=however, nevertheless, withal, still, all the same, even so | examples=although I'm a little afraid, however I'd like to try it; while we disliked each other, nevertheless we agreed

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Use of "Yet"**

Okay, the target is "yet," and it's used as "yet" in this sentence. The surrounding text is "...if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children." Right off the bat, the phrase "as yet undefined" is key.

Now, let's look at potential senses. Ah, sense 2: *used in a negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point*. The synonyms listed are spot on: "so far," "thus far," and *as yet* – that's a perfect match! Hang on… "as yet undefined" *is* an implicit negative, because "undefined" means "not defined."

The phrase "as yet" lines up perfectly with the "as yet" synonym in sense 2. So, let's make that the assignment: `sense_key=yet%4:02:04::`

Just to be absolutely certain, I'll quickly verify against sense 1, which means "up to the present time" -- things like "I have yet to see the results". We're not using that here. The context clearly implies a lack of definition *up to this point*. This confirms it: sense 2, with "as yet" as a synonym, is the correct interpretation. This is a simple but clear case.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: potentiality
Target surface form: potentialities
Context:
If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "But what do we mean, specifically, by "creativity "? No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, <t>potentialities</t> inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=potentiality%1:26:00:: | definition=the inherent capacity for coming into being | synonyms=potential, potency
2. sense_key=potentiality%1:09:00:: | definition=an aptitude that may be developed | synonyms=capability, capableness

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "Potentialities" in Context**

Okay, the target word is "potentialities," and its lemma is "potentiality." Let's dive into this. The context phrase is, "...a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children." Right, so I see two candidate senses, and I need to determine which best fits this context:

Sense 1: "potentiality%1:26:00:: | the inherent capacity for coming into being" - This feels broad, a more general ontological concept. My immediate gut says this probably isn't the best fit here, but let's keep an open mind. Synonyms listed are "potential, potency."

Sense 2: "potentiality%1:09:00:: | an aptitude that may be developed" - This is much more focused on a capacity for growth, a developed skill. Synonyms are "capability, capableness," which immediately click with my understanding of potential as something that can be nurtured.

Now, let's look at the context again, specifically the link to the related phrase, "latent talents." "Latent talents" directly implies "aptitudes that may be developed" – which means this is a perfect fit. "Latent" implies that they're there, but they need to be brought out. This strongly suggests that Sense 2, "an aptitude that may be developed," is the intended meaning. Sense 1 doesn't capture the nuanced relationship with "talents," which are *specific* capabilities. So, I'm confident that Sense 2 is the most accurate interpretation within this context.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: inherent
Target surface form: inherent
Context:
If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "But what do we mean, specifically, by "creativity "? No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities <t>inherent</t> in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=inherent%5:00:00:intrinsic:00 | definition=existing as an essential constituent or characteristic | synonyms=built-in, constitutional, inbuilt, integral | examples=the Ptolemaic system with its built-in concept of periodicity; a constitutional inability to tell the truth
2. sense_key=inherent%5:00:00:implicit:00 | definition=in the nature of something though not readily apparent | synonyms=implicit in, underlying | examples=shortcomings inherent in our approach; an underlying meaning

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Nuances of "Inherent"**

Okay, so the target is "inherent" in this phrase: "potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children." My initial thought is to consider the two main senses: one that means "existing as an essential characteristic" (built-in, integral), and another that signifies something "in the nature of something though not readily apparent" (implicit, underlying).

I'm leaning toward the latter because of the surrounding words: "latent talents" and "as yet undefined potentialities." These strongly suggest something *not readily apparent*, which aligns perfectly with the "implicit in" sense.

Let's break it down further. I see that Candidate 2, the "implicit" definition, fits the usage "inherent in" quite well. In the phrase "shortcomings inherent in our approach," the usage is similar to "potentialities inherent in the souls." Candidate 2 has synonyms like "implicit in" and "underlying," all of which seem spot-on.

But wait, I need to be precise. The other definition, "built-in," also makes some sense; can we say "built-in the souls"? No, usually "built into." So that's out. "In the nature of something though not readily apparent" is what fits. This resonates with the idea of "latent," of something "undefined."

I'm seeing now that "implicit in" is a synonym. The phrase is "inherent in [something]". Okay, let's confirm this by looking at how each is used. Candidate 1's examples don't quite fit the context. So the "implicit in" definition is really a closer match. Candidate 2's usage and the context of "latent" and "undefined" solidifies the choice. Therefore, Candidate 2 is the correct sense.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: soul
Target surface form: souls
Context:
If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "But what do we mean, specifically, by "creativity "? No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the <t>souls</t> of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=soul%1:18:00:: | definition=the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life | synonyms=psyche
2. sense_key=soul%1:03:00:: | definition=a human being | synonyms=person, individual, someone, somebody, mortal | examples=there was too much for one person to do
3. sense_key=soul%1:12:00:: | definition=deep feeling or emotion | synonyms=soulfulness
4. sense_key=soul%1:04:00:: | definition=the human embodiment of something | examples=the soul of honor
5. sense_key=soul%1:10:00:: | definition=a secular form of gospel that was a major Black musical genre in the 1960s and 1970s | examples=soul was politically significant during the Civil Rights movement

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Concept of "Soul" in Context**

Okay, so the lemma I'm working with is "soul," specifically the plural "souls." The surrounding text speaks of "the latent talents and the wonderful…potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children." Right away, my mind starts sifting through the common definitions. We've got a few candidates to consider, let's see which sticks.

First up, Candidate 1, that classic definition: the immaterial part of a person, the thing that animates them – the psyche, as we might say. That feels intuitively right, that’s where the “potential” would live, so let’s keep that in the running. Candidate 2 is the more literal “a human being.” Hmm, that seems too broad. Candidate 3 speaks to “deep feeling or emotion,” or “soulfulness,” but that doesn't seem to fit the description of talents. Candidate 4, a human embodiment of something is also not applicable here. Candidate 5 mentions "a secular form of gospel" which isn't in scope.

The phrase "in the souls of all our children" is talking about *where* these latent talents and potentialities reside. I’m thinking we're talking about the inner, immaterial realm, the “psyche,” not just their physical person. It's not a headcount of children, it’s about their inner selves.

Let’s quickly test it out: "potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children" really can be rephrased as, "potentialities inherent in the psyches of all our children." That clicks, doesn't it? Candidate 1 definitely fits best, it’s the most appropriate to describe these qualities. I can rule out 2 because that's more about quantity, like saying "not a soul in sight". I also rule out 3 as "played with soul" wouldn't describe this phrase.

So, Candidate 1 it is. The immaterial part. The psyche. That's the correct interpretation here.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: child
Target surface form: children
Context:
If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "But what do we mean, specifically, by "creativity "? No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our <t>children</t>. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=child%1:18:00:: | definition=a young person of either sex | synonyms=kid, youngster, minor, shaver, nipper, small fry | examples=she writes books for children; they're just kids
2. sense_key=child%1:18:01:: | definition=a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age | synonyms=kid | examples=they had three children; they were able to send their kids to college
3. sense_key=child%1:18:06:: | definition=an immature childish person | synonyms=baby | examples=he remained a child in practical matters as long as he lived; stop being a baby!
4. sense_key=child%1:18:07:: | definition=a member of a clan or tribe | examples=the children of Israel

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Semantic Nuances of "children"**

Okay, so the target is "child," surface form "children," and the context is "...inherent in the souls of all our children." My initial thought is the sentence is talking about parents and their offspring, with a broader context of elementary education and societal youth. "Our children" seems to be used rhetorically. It’s tricky because "our children" can mean *young people* (sense 1) or *offspring* (sense 2). It could be both!

I need to nail down the precise meaning here. The phrase "all our children" in political or rhetorical contexts often signals sense 1, and the overall discussion of the text aligns with the general population, but it could definitely mean offspring. Let's look at the usage: "all our children" is similar to "she writes books for children". "the youngsters' self-esteem" - youngsters is a synonym for child%1:18:00::.

I see mentions of "youngsters," "young people," and "children." This *strongly* supports sense 1, the young person.

But wait, it could *still* be sense 2, offspring. The text starts with "American parents... your children... all our children." However, when a speaker says "all our children," they're often referring to all the children in society. So, perhaps the reference is to general "young people".

Let me consult WordNet to confirm my hunch. Synonyms for sense 1, are kid, youngster, minor. And, interestingly, "youngsters" is used specifically earlier in the text.

So, I'm leaning heavily towards sense 1. "Inherent in the souls of all our children" refers to the young people/students.

Let's double-check sense 2 just to be sure. "Human offspring of any age." While the text begins with "American parents... your children" (which *is* sense 2), the ending shifts to "all our children," which refers more broadly to the young generation as a whole ("a generation of young people," "youngsters"). So now I feel like it is indeed "our" young people. However, "our children" still carries the weight of biological offspring. However, "our children" is a rhetorical phrase meaning "the young people of our society."

Okay, the more I look at it, "American parents ... your children" definitely implies sense 2 (offspring) initially. However, "...inherent in the souls of all our children" is more broadly scoped. The "our" in this sentence refers to the society/nation ("we"), not just the biological offspring of the speaker or author. This clearly tilts the meaning towards sense 1: the youth. Therefore, sense 1 is most appropriate here.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: parent
Target surface form: parents
Context:
But what do we mean, specifically, by "creativity "? No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that <t>parents</t> find this romantic extravagance so attractive. Fortunately, these same parents do want their children to get a decent education as traditionally understood, and they have enough common sense to know what that demands.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=parent%1:18:00:: | definition=a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian
2. sense_key=parent%1:03:00:: | definition=an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Usage of "Parents"**

Okay, so the target word is "parent," but it's presented in the plural form, "parents." My goal is to determine the correct sense of "parents" within this sentence. I've got the context: "...parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive... they do want their children to get a decent education..." and two candidate senses to choose from.

Sense 1, "parent%1:18:00:: a father or mother..." immediately seems like the stronger contender. The text is discussing children and the desires of those connected to them. We are talking about the fact that they want their children to have an education and are thus likely talking about "a father or mother..."

Sense 2, "parent%1:03:00:: an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained" is clearly not correct here. It's about biology and reproduction, and this context is about education and child-rearing.

Therefore, the only plausible interpretation given the context is the first sense. The "parents" in this sentence are the caregivers, likely the mothers and fathers, who are concerned about their children's education.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: find
Target surface form: find
Context:
But what do we mean, specifically, by "creativity "? No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents <t>find</t> this romantic extravagance so attractive. Fortunately, these same parents do want their children to get a decent education as traditionally understood, and they have enough common sense to know what that demands.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=find%2:40:02:: | definition=come upon, as if by accident; meet with | synonyms=happen, chance, bump, encounter | examples=We find this idea in Plato; I happened upon the most wonderful bakery not very far from here
2. sense_key=find%2:39:02:: | definition=discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of | synonyms=detect, observe, discover, notice | examples=She detected high levels of lead in her drinking water; We found traces of lead in the paint
3. sense_key=find%2:40:00:: | definition=come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost | synonyms=regain | examples=Did you find your glasses?; I cannot find my gloves!
4. sense_key=find%2:32:00:: | definition=establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study | synonyms=determine, find out, ascertain | examples=find the product of two numbers; The physicist who found the elusive particle won the Nobel Prize
5. sense_key=find%2:31:10:: | definition=come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds | synonyms=feel | examples=I feel that he doesn't like me; I find him to be obnoxious
6. sense_key=find%2:39:01:: | definition=perceive or be contemporaneous with | synonyms=witness, see | examples=We found Republicans winning the offices; You'll see a lot of cheating in this school
7. sense_key=find%2:40:01:: | definition=get something or somebody for a specific purpose | synonyms=line up, get hold, come up | examples=I found this gadget that will serve as a bottle opener; I got hold of these tools to fix our plumbing
8. sense_key=find%2:36:00:: | definition=make a discovery, make a new finding | synonyms=discover | examples=Roentgen discovered X-rays; Physicists believe they found a new elementary particle
9. sense_key=find%2:31:09:: | definition=make a discovery | synonyms=discover | examples=She found that he had lied to her; The story is false, so far as I can discover
10. sense_key=find%2:40:03:: | definition=obtain through effort or management | examples=She found the time and energy to take care of her aging parents; We found the money to send our sons to college
11. sense_key=find%2:32:01:: | definition=decide on and make a declaration about | synonyms=rule | examples=find someone guilty
12. sense_key=find%2:30:00:: | definition=receive a specified treatment (abstract) | synonyms=receive, get, obtain, incur | examples=These aspects of civilization do not find expression or receive an interpretation; His movie received a good review
13. sense_key=find%2:39:05:: | definition=perceive oneself to be in a certain condition or place | examples=I found myself in a difficult situation; When he woke up, he found himself in a hospital room
14. sense_key=find%2:40:15:: | definition=get or find back; recover the use of | synonyms=recover, retrieve, regain | examples=She regained control of herself; She found her voice and replied quickly
15. sense_key=find%2:38:10:: | definition=succeed in reaching; arrive at | examples=The arrow found its mark
16. sense_key=find%2:30:13:: | definition=accept and make use of one's personality, abilities, and situation | synonyms=find oneself | examples=My son went to Berkeley to find himself

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 5}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 5}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Meaning of "Find" in Context**

Okay, so the target is "find," the surface form is "find," and the context is "It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive." My initial task is to pin down the precise meaning of "find" here.

My immediate interpretation is that it's about what parents *consider* or *feel* about the extravagance. Let's see if the word senses line up.

I've got a list of potential senses. Sense 1 is about encountering something, Sense 2 is about detecting or discovering existence, Sense 3 is about regaining, Sense 4 is about establishing something via calculation. None of those are hitting the mark. Sense 6 refers to perceiving or being contemporaneous with and Sense 7 is about getting something for a purpose. Nope. Senses 8, and 9 are about making a discovery. These don't seem right either. Then we have Sense 5: "come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds (feel)" - Bingo! This matches the usage perfectly, where it is about subjective evaluation and belief. "I feel that he doesn't like me; I find him to be obnoxious". This is a perfect fit for "parents find this ... attractive."

Now I have to double-check that the sense aligns.

Sense 5, again: *come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds | synonyms=feel | examples=I feel that he doesn't like me; I find him to be obnoxious*. The structure "find [object] [adjective]" is clearly indicative of this subjective evaluation. The sentence "Parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive" matches precisely with the example "I find him to be obnoxious". So yes, the sense key is correct.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: romantic
Target surface form: romantic
Context:
But what do we mean, specifically, by "creativity "? No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this <t>romantic</t> extravagance so attractive. Fortunately, these same parents do want their children to get a decent education as traditionally understood, and they have enough common sense to know what that demands.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=romantic%3:01:00:: | definition=belonging to or characteristic of Romanticism or the Romantic Movement in the arts | synonyms=romanticist, romanticistic | examples=romantic poetry
2. sense_key=romantic%5:00:01:loving:00 | definition=expressive of or exciting sexual love or romance | synonyms=amatory, amorous | examples=her amatory affairs; amorous glances
3. sense_key=romantic%5:00:00:impractical:00 | definition=not sensible about practical matters; idealistic and unrealistic | synonyms=quixotic, wild-eyed | examples=as quixotic as a restoration of medieval knighthood; a romantic disregard for money

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing "Romantic Extravagance"**

Okay, so the target is "romantic" in "romantic extravagance." Let's break this down, given the context. We're talking about a "romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction," and the text contrasts this with "decent education" and "common sense." My mind immediately jumps to the different definitions, particularly those related to the Romantic Movement and more general usage.

First, "romantic" as *belonging to Romanticism* – the movement. Hmmm, the Romantic Movement actually aligns here, this individualism and self-expression stuff relates to it, but let's see.

Next, *expressive of sexual love*. Nope, doesn't fit the context at all. Dismissed.

Then we have *not sensible about practical matters; idealistic and unrealistic; quixotic, wild-eyed*. Now we're getting somewhere. The text frames "romantic extravagance" against "common sense" and traditional education. That definitely points towards impracticality.

So, *Sense 3* seems to nail it. It's the "not sensible about practical matters" meaning. The "romantic" element is contrasted with parents having enough "common sense," which directly implies the impractical, idealistic aspect of the term. Looking back at "romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction," it refers to the ideology that values creativity, self-expression, individualism and is probably a link to Romanticism (Sense 1) or idealistic impracticality (Sense 3).

Just to be sure, let me revisit *Sense 1*, as in the Romantic Movement. Does it fit with the "common sense" contrast? Nope. The impractical, idealism (Sense 3) fits perfectly.

Yes, it is the third definition that captures the essence here: *not sensible about practical matters*.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: so
Target surface form: so
Context:
But what do we mean, specifically, by "creativity "? No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance <t>so</t> attractive. Fortunately, these same parents do want their children to get a decent education as traditionally understood, and they have enough common sense to know what that demands.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=so%4:02:02:: | definition=to a very great extent or degree | examples=the idea is so obvious; never been so happy
2. sense_key=so%4:02:06:: | definition=in a manner that facilitates | examples=he observed the snakes so he could describe their behavior; he stooped down so he could pick up his hat
3. sense_key=so%4:02:05:: | definition=in such a condition or manner, especially as expressed or implied | examples=They're happy and I hope they will remain so; so live your life that old age will bring no regrets
4. sense_key=so%4:02:07:: | definition=to a certain unspecified extent or degree | examples=I can only go so far with this student; can do only so much in a day
5. sense_key=so%4:02:08:: | definition=in the same way; also | examples=I was offended and so was he; worked hard and so did she
6. sense_key=so%4:02:04:: | definition=in the way indicated; ; ; (`thusly' is a nonstandard variant) | synonyms=thus, thusly | examples=hold the brush so; set up the pieces thus
7. sense_key=so%4:02:03:: | definition=(usually followed by `that') to an extent or degree as expressed | examples=he was so tired he could hardly stand; so dirty that it smells
8. sense_key=so%4:02:09:: | definition=subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors) | synonyms=then, and so, and then | examples=then he left; go left first, then right
9. sense_key=so%4:02:10:: | definition=(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result | synonyms=therefore, hence, thence, thus | examples=therefore X must be true; the eggs were fresh and hence satisfactory
10. sense_key=so%4:02:00:: | definition=in truth (often tends to intensify) | synonyms=indeed | examples=they said the car would break down and indeed it did; it is very cold indeed

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Meaning of "So"**

Okay, the target is the word "so," and the surface form is, well, "so." The surrounding text is, "It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive." My initial instinct is that "so" here is functioning as an intensifier, modifying "attractive." It's expressing a high degree or extent.

Now, let's look at the candidate senses. I'm presented with a list, and I'll quickly eliminate those that don't fit. Sense 2, "in a manner that facilitates," is clearly wrong. Sense 3, "in such a condition or manner," feels off; it doesn't quite capture the idea of degree. Sense 4, "to a certain unspecified extent," is too vague. Sense 5, "in the same way; also," and Sense 8, "subsequently or soon afterward," are irrelevant. Sense 6, "in the way indicated," and Sense 9, "to introduce a logical conclusion," are not correct. Sense 7, "to an extent or degree as expressed," and Sense 10, "in truth (often tends to intensify)" are also not right.

That leaves us with sense 1: "to a very great extent or degree." The examples provided, "the idea is so obvious; never been so happy," sound pretty spot on. This usage of "so" mirrors the context well. We can easily substitute "very" for "so" in the sentence, and the meaning remains.

Therefore, considering the context and the definitions, sense 1 is the best fit. I'm going with that.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: attractive
Target surface form: attractive
Context:
But what do we mean, specifically, by "creativity "? No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so <t>attractive</t>. Fortunately, these same parents do want their children to get a decent education as traditionally understood, and they have enough common sense to know what that demands.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=attractive%3:00:01:: | definition=pleasing to the eye or mind especially through beauty or charm | examples=a remarkably attractive young man; an attractive personality
2. sense_key=attractive%5:00:00:appealing:00 | definition=having power to arouse interest | examples=an attractive opportunity; the job is attractive because of the pay
3. sense_key=attractive%3:00:02:: | definition=having the properties of a magnet; the ability to draw or pull | examples=an attractive force

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing "Attractive" in a Sentence**

Okay, so the word I need to unpack is "attractive" in that sentence about parents finding romantic extravagance appealing in education. Right away, my expert mind is already scanning the landscape of definitions. I've got a few senses kicking around: something aesthetically pleasing, something that *appeals*, or something that acts like a magnet.

In this context, given the topic of "creativity" as a romantic rebellion, it's pretty clear the intended meaning isn't physical beauty or magnetic pull in a literal sense. The word "appealing" keeps popping up – a perfect synonym, actually. "Parents *find* it attractive" – that speaks directly to arousing interest. It's not about physical attractiveness; it's about desirability and appeal.

But hold on, I've got to be meticulous here. I'm seeing a possible ambiguity. Could "romantic extravagance" be *pleasing* to their minds, aligning with that first sense of visual or mental beauty? It could, especially when dealing with abstract concepts. However, in the realm of ideas, opportunities, and options – which this sentence certainly is – "appealing" is the go-to. "Appealing" inherently means it's attractive *to them*.

So, I'm leaning heavily towards "appealing" – sense number two – "having the power to arouse interest." It's an "attractive opportunity," it's "the job is attractive because of the pay," now "this romantic extravagance is attractive." That second sense, with its explicit connection to arousing interest, is the most precise and contextually accurate. It's the standard match when dealing with ideas, opportunities, and options. Done.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: same
Target surface form: same
Context:
No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive. Fortunately, these <t>same</t> parents do want their children to get a decent education as traditionally understood, and they have enough common sense to know what that demands. Their commitment to "creativity "can not survive adolescent illiteracy.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=same%3:00:02:: | definition=same in identity | examples=the same man I saw yesterday; never wore the same dress twice
2. sense_key=same%3:00:00:: | definition=closely similar or comparable in kind or quality or quantity or degree | examples=curtains the same color as the walls; two girls of the same age
3. sense_key=same%3:00:04:: | definition=equal in amount or value | synonyms=like | examples=like amounts; equivalent amounts
4. sense_key=same%5:00:00:unchanged:00 | definition=unchanged in character or nature | examples=the village stayed the same; his attitude is the same as ever

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "Same" in Context**

Okay, the target word is "same," and the context is "It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive. Fortunately, these same parents do want their children to get a decent education..." My initial assessment is that "these same parents" is a straightforward anaphoric reference. It's pointing back to the identical parents mentioned in the previous sentence. I need to nail down the precise meaning, though, so let's check the senses.

We've got four senses to consider. Sense 1, "same in identity," jumps out immediately. If we unpack it a little bit, it implies identical individuals. Sense 2, "closely similar or comparable," feels less applicable here; it's about degrees of resemblance, and doesn't exactly fit the intent. Sense 3, "equal in amount or value," is a clear mismatch. And Sense 4, "unchanged in character or nature," while related to identity, isn't the primary meaning the speaker intends to convey.

Therefore, the use in "these same parents" is a perfect fit for Sense 1: same in identity. It's a way to emphasize that the parents in the second sentence are the very same parents discussed in the first. I'm going with a definite sense 1 in this instance.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: parent
Target surface form: parents
Context:
No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive. Fortunately, these same <t>parents</t> do want their children to get a decent education as traditionally understood, and they have enough common sense to know what that demands. Their commitment to "creativity "can not survive adolescent illiteracy.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=parent%1:18:00:: | definition=a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian
2. sense_key=parent%1:03:00:: | definition=an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Concept of "Parents" in Context**

Okay, so the word in question is "parents," and the surrounding text is about how parents feel about something and their children's education. Let's break this down. My initial thought is to check the semantic senses. The first sense, "a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian," is clearly the relevant one here. This is the definition we are interested in. The second definition, "an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained" isn't relevant here because we're talking about children and their education. Therefore, in this context, "parents" unequivocally refers to the individuals who are the child's mother and father, or are acting in their stead, and are responsible for their upbringing and education. The term is being used to mean guardians.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: want
Target surface form: want
Context:
No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive. Fortunately, these same parents do <t>want</t> their children to get a decent education as traditionally understood, and they have enough common sense to know what that demands. Their commitment to "creativity "can not survive adolescent illiteracy.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=want%2:37:00:: | definition=feel or have a desire for; want strongly | synonyms=desire | examples=I want to go home now; I want my own room
2. sense_key=want%2:34:00:: | definition=have need of | synonyms=need, require | examples=This piano wants the attention of a competent tuner
3. sense_key=want%2:35:00:: | definition=hunt or look for; want for a particular reason | examples=Your former neighbor is wanted by the FBI; Uncle Sam wants you
4. sense_key=want%2:31:01:: | definition=wish or demand the presence of | examples=I want you here at noon!
5. sense_key=want%2:42:01:: | definition=be without, lack; be deficient in | examples=want courtesy; want the strength to go on living

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Nuances of "Want"**

Okay, so the lemma is "want," and the surface form is, unsurprisingly, also "want." The context is pretty straightforward: "...parents do want their children to get a decent education..." My initial task is to pinpoint the correct sense of "want" here, out of the possibilities. Let's see... I've got a list of candidate senses: *feel or have a desire for*, *have need of*, *hunt or look for*, *wish or demand the presence of*, and finally *be without, lack*.

Considering the sentence, the parents' "want" clearly implies a desire for their children's education. Sense 1, *feel or have a desire for*—essentially, the synonym *desire*—seems to be the cleanest fit. I can immediately discard *hunt or look for* and *be without, lack*. *Have need of* (sense 2) is closer, but it leans toward a necessity, like "the piano wants attention", whereas this context suggests a positive aspiration, not a specific need. Sense 4, *wish or demand the presence of*, isn't quite right either, as it is more forceful than the current expression. The first sense seems to be the best and most accurate in this case.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: child
Target surface form: children
Context:
No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive. Fortunately, these same parents do want their <t>children</t> to get a decent education as traditionally understood, and they have enough common sense to know what that demands. Their commitment to "creativity "can not survive adolescent illiteracy.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=child%1:18:00:: | definition=a young person of either sex | synonyms=kid, youngster, minor, shaver, nipper, small fry | examples=she writes books for children; they're just kids
2. sense_key=child%1:18:01:: | definition=a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age | synonyms=kid | examples=they had three children; they were able to send their kids to college
3. sense_key=child%1:18:06:: | definition=an immature childish person | synonyms=baby | examples=he remained a child in practical matters as long as he lived; stop being a baby!
4. sense_key=child%1:18:07:: | definition=a member of a clan or tribe | examples=the children of Israel

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Semantic Sense of "children"**

Okay, so the task at hand is to determine the meaning of "children" in this specific context: "Fortunately, these same parents do want their children to get a decent education as traditionally understood, and they have enough common sense to know what that demands." The target lemma is "child," and the surface form, of course, is "children."

My immediate thought is, given the context of "parents," that this refers to offspring. "Parents do want their children" *naturally* leads me to think of the children as the parents' offspring. It's a fundamental relationship.

Let's quickly check the senses. I have to verify. Okay, Sense 2: "child%1:18:01::" defines "a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age" – that's a perfect fit. Synonymy is also "kid", and that rings a bell. Examples given are "they had three children." Sense 1: "child%1:18:00::" is "a young person of either sex".

Now, while it's true that the children in question are likely young and being educated (and thus *could* fall under Sense 1), the possessive "their" and the direct link to the "parents" strongly favors the offspring meaning, the familial relationship. It's the primary, most salient interpretation in this phrase. Therefore, the correct sense here is definitely Sense 2, referring to the offspring of the parents.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: get
Target surface form: get
Context:
No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive. Fortunately, these same parents do want their children to <t>get</t> a decent education as traditionally understood, and they have enough common sense to know what that demands. Their commitment to "creativity "can not survive adolescent illiteracy.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=get%2:40:00:: | definition=come into the possession of something concrete or abstract | synonyms=acquire | examples=She got a lot of paintings from her uncle; They acquired a new pet
2. sense_key=get%2:30:00:: | definition=enter or assume a certain state or condition | synonyms=become, go | examples=He became annoyed when he heard the bad news; It must be getting more serious
3. sense_key=get%2:30:02:: | definition=cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition | synonyms=let, have | examples=He got his squad on the ball; This let me in for a big surprise
4. sense_key=get%2:30:03:: | definition=receive a specified treatment (abstract) | synonyms=receive, find, obtain, incur | examples=These aspects of civilization do not find expression or receive an interpretation; His movie received a good review
5. sense_key=get%2:38:00:: | definition=reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress | synonyms=arrive, come | examples=She arrived home at 7 o'clock; She didn't get to Chicago until after midnight
6. sense_key=get%2:35:03:: | definition=go or come after and bring or take back | synonyms=bring, convey, fetch | examples=Get me those books over there, please; Could you bring the wine?
7. sense_key=get%2:39:00:: | definition=go through (mental or physical states or experiences) | synonyms=experience, receive, have | examples=get an idea; experience vertigo
8. sense_key=get%2:33:00:: | definition=take vengeance on or get even | synonyms=pay back, pay off, fix | examples=We'll get them!; That'll fix him good!
9. sense_key=get%2:40:01:: | definition=achieve a point or goal | synonyms=have, make | examples=Nicklaus had a 70; The Brazilian team got 4 goals
10. sense_key=get%2:32:00:: | definition=cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner | synonyms=induce, stimulate, cause, have, make | examples=The ads induced me to buy a VCR; My children finally got me to buy a computer
11. sense_key=get%2:35:09:: | definition=succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase | synonyms=catch, capture | examples=We finally got the suspect; Did you catch the thief?
12. sense_key=get%2:29:01:: | definition=come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) | synonyms=grow, develop, produce, acquire | examples=He grew a beard; The patient developed abdominal pains
13. sense_key=get%2:29:00:: | definition=be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness | synonyms=contract, take | examples=He got AIDS; She came down with pneumonia
14. sense_key=get%2:32:03:: | definition=communicate with a place or person; establish communication with, as if by telephone | examples=Bill called this number and he got Mary; The operator couldn't get Kobe because of the earthquake
15. sense_key=get%2:30:01:: | definition=give certain properties to something | synonyms=make | examples=get someone mad; She made us look silly
16. sense_key=get%2:32:08:: | definition=move into a desired direction of discourse | synonyms=drive, aim | examples=What are you driving at?
17. sense_key=get%2:31:09:: | definition=grasp with the mind or develop an understanding of | synonyms=catch | examples=did you catch that allusion?; We caught something of his theory in the lecture
18. sense_key=get%2:35:00:: | definition=attract and fix | synonyms=catch, arrest | examples=His look caught her; She caught his eye
19. sense_key=get%2:35:10:: | definition=reach with a blow or hit in a particular spot | synonyms=catch | examples=the rock caught her in the back of the head; The blow got him in the back
20. sense_key=get%2:31:03:: | definition=reach by calculation | examples=What do you get when you add up these numbers?
21. sense_key=get%2:40:14:: | definition=acquire as a result of some effort or action | examples=You cannot get water out of a stone; Where did she get these news?
22. sense_key=get%2:40:13:: | definition=purchase | examples=What did you get at the toy store?
23. sense_key=get%2:39:13:: | definition=perceive by hearing | synonyms=catch | examples=I didn't catch your name; She didn't get his name when they met the first time
24. sense_key=get%2:39:09:: | definition=suffer from the receipt of | synonyms=catch | examples=She will catch hell for this behavior!
25. sense_key=get%2:39:14:: | definition=receive as a retribution or punishment | synonyms=receive | examples=He got 5 years in prison
26. sense_key=get%2:38:15:: | definition=leave immediately; used usually in the imperative form | synonyms=scram, buzz off, fuck off, bugger off | examples=Scram!
27. sense_key=get%2:38:12:: | definition=reach and board | examples=She got the bus just as it was leaving
28. sense_key=get%2:37:12:: | definition=irritate | synonyms=get under one's skin | examples=Her childish behavior really get to me; His lying really gets me
29. sense_key=get%2:37:11:: | definition=evoke an emotional response | examples=Brahms's `Requiem' gets me every time
30. sense_key=get%2:36:14:: | definition=apprehend and reproduce accurately | synonyms=catch | examples=She really caught the spirit of the place in her drawings; She got the mood just right in her photographs
31. sense_key=get%2:36:00:: | definition=earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher | synonyms=draw | examples=He drew a base on balls
32. sense_key=get%2:35:12:: | definition=overcome or destroy | examples=The ice storm got my hibiscus; the cat got the goldfish
33. sense_key=get%2:31:10:: | definition=be a mystery or bewildering to | synonyms=perplex, vex, stick, puzzle, mystify, baffle | examples=This beats me!; Got me--I don't know the answer!
34. sense_key=get%2:30:12:: | definition=take the first step or steps in carrying out an action | synonyms=get down, begin, start out, start, set about, set out | examples=We began working at dawn; Who will start?
35. sense_key=get%2:29:11:: | definition=undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) | synonyms=suffer, sustain, have | examples=She suffered a fracture in the accident; He had an insulin shock after eating three candy bars
36. sense_key=get%2:29:08:: | definition=make children | synonyms=beget, engender, father, mother, sire, generate | examples=Abraham begot Isaac; Men often father children but don't recognize them

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{
  "sense_index": 1
}
```

content:
```json
{
  "sense_index": 1
}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Sense of "Get" in the Context of Education**

Okay, the target is "get" and the surface form is just "get." The context is "to get a decent education." My initial thought is that "get" here means to acquire or receive education. So, I need to pinpoint the correct sense based on WordNet definitions.

Let's look at the candidates. Sense 1, "come into the possession of something concrete or abstract," is a strong contender, synonyms include "acquire." Sense 4, "receive a specified treatment," is possible but feels less precise. Sense 7, "go through mental or physical states," is not applicable here. Sense 21, "acquire as a result of some effort or action," is another candidate.

Wait, looking at WordNet, "get an education" is related to "acquire" or "receive." Often, it maps to sense 1, and the "receive a specified treatment" sense is less likely. Is education an abstract possession? Yes, definitely. It's about acquiring knowledge. Could sense 4 be right? The idea of receiving an interpretation doesn't really work here.

I'm thinking primarily about sense 1. Let's check WordNet to verify this.

Okay, let's compare those definitions again. Sense 1, "come into the possession of something concrete or abstract" with examples like acquiring paintings or a pet, "Get that money!" And there's also sense 21, "acquire as a result of some effort or action." Where does "get these news" fit?

Okay, considering sense 1 "get an education," I see it as "come into possession of an education" or "acquire an education." That feels right. In WordNet, "obtain" and "acquire" are synonyms for that sense.

So let's compare sense 1 with others. "get a decent education" is best rendered as "acquire a decent education".

Therefore, sense 1, "come into the possession of something concrete or abstract," is the best match. It's the most appropriate sense here.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: decent
Target surface form: decent
Context:
No one can say. In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves. The whole notion of "creativity "in education was (and is) part and parcel of a romantic rebellion against disciplined instruction, which was (and is) regarded as "authoritarian, "a repression and frustration of the latent talents and the wonderful, if as yet undefined, potentialities inherent in the souls of all our children. It is not surprising that parents find this romantic extravagance so attractive. Fortunately, these same parents do want their children to get a <t>decent</t> education as traditionally understood, and they have enough common sense to know what that demands. Their commitment to "creativity "can not survive adolescent illiteracy.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=decent%5:00:00:respectable:00 | definition=socially or conventionally correct; refined or virtuous | synonyms=nice | examples=from a decent family; a nice girl
2. sense_key=decent%5:00:00:proper:00 | definition=according with custom or propriety | synonyms=becoming, comely, comme il faut, decorous, seemly | examples=her becoming modesty; comely behavior
3. sense_key=decent%3:00:00:: | definition=conforming to conventions of sexual behavior; - George Santayana | examples=speech in this circle, if not always decent, never became lewd
4. sense_key=decent%5:00:00:sufficient:00 | definition=sufficient for the purpose | synonyms=adequate, enough | examples=an adequate income; the food was adequate
5. sense_key=decent%5:00:02:modest:01 | definition=decently clothed | examples=are you decent?
6. sense_key=decent%5:00:00:modest:01 | definition=observing conventional sexual mores in speech or behavior or dress | examples=a modest neckline in her dress; though one of her shoulder straps had slipped down, she was perfectly decent by current standards

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 4}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 4}
```

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing "Decent Education"**

Okay, so I'm looking at this phrase "decent education" and trying to nail down the precise meaning within this context. The prompt says parents want this for their kids, which suggests a traditional understanding, and they have the sense to know what it requires. My initial reaction is to consider the different senses of "decent." I've got a few options floating around in my head: socially correct, fitting with custom, related to sexual behavior, *sufficient for the purpose*, well-clothed, and observing sexual norms.

Immediately, the context starts to push me toward something like *sufficient*.  The idea of parents wanting a "decent" education, coupled with their "common sense," suggests they're aiming for something *good enough* and of an acceptable standard. I need to make sure I'm zeroing in on the right meaning.

I'm ruling out socially correct – it just doesn't quite fit. The sexual connotations are definitely wrong. I'm focusing on "sufficient for the purpose". *Is* that it? Let's check those synonyms.  Adequate... enough... That's the key.  "A decent wage" means an adequate wage, "a decent meal" means an adequate meal... Okay, "a decent education" means an *adequate* education.

I decided to jump into WordNet to verify. There it is – sense 4: "sufficient for the purpose." And the synonyms listed for *that* sense are, again, adequate, decent, enough. I confirmed that "decent" itself is part of the synset.

Just to be absolutely sure, I'm checking if the other senses are plausible. Definitely not sense 2 (decorous), definitely not anything about clothing or sexual propriety. Nope. Sense 4 is the clear winner. "Sufficient for the purpose," and the synonyms, adequate and enough, are exactly what's meant here. "A decent education" means an adequate or good enough education. That's the best fit.