1. tyrannous: cruel, pitiless.   so as: so.

2. proudly: with justified pride.

3. dear: fond, loving.

5. some say that thee behold: i.e., when others behold your face, they say . . .

7. To say: i.e., to say publicly.

9. to be sure: as proof.

10. but thinking on: when I do no more than think of.

11. One on another's neck: In rapid succession.

12. black: dark complexioned.   my judgment's place: my critical opinion.

14. slander: that "Thy face hath not the power to make love groan."   proceeds: originates.