used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading But, while the latter’s geometric plan was very noticeable, this one is more disguised and the whole design has a much greater appearance of freedom.
in addition
From this reading It is also by Raphael and is painted on one of the walls in the same room that the _Disputá_ decorates.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading It is also by Raphael and is painted on one of the walls in the same room that the _Disputá_ decorates.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading GEOMETRIC COMPOSITION (_Continued_) Here is another example of geometric composition.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading But, while the latter’s geometric plan was very noticeable, this one is more disguised and the whole design has a much greater appearance of freedom.
artistsnounUS /ˈɑːrtɪsts/
plural of “artist” — a person whose creative work shows sensitivity and imagination
From this reading It is recognised by artists as one of Raphael’s most beautiful compositions, and one of the finest examples of space decoration in existence.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading It is recognised by artists as one of Raphael’s most beautiful compositions, and one of the finest examples of space decoration in existence.
delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration
From this reading It is recognised by artists as one of Raphael’s most beautiful compositions, and one of the finest examples of space decoration in existence.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading But before we examine the plan on which the decoration of this space has been built up, let us study the subject.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading But before we examine the plan on which the decoration of this space has been built up, let us study the subject.
(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness
From this reading But before we examine the plan on which the decoration of this space has been built up, let us study the subject.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But, while the latter’s geometric plan was very noticeable, this one is more disguised and the whole design has a much greater appearance of freedom.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading It is also by Raphael and is painted on one of the walls in the same room that the _Disputá_ decorates.
COMPOSITIONnounUS /ˌkɑːmpəˈzɪʃən/
the spatial property resulting from the arrangement of parts in relation to each other and to the whole
From this reading GEOMETRIC COMPOSITION (_Continued_) Here is another example of geometric composition.
compositionsnounUS /ˌkɑːmpəˈzɪʃənz/
plural of “composition” — the spatial property resulting from the arrangement of parts in relation to each other and to the whole
From this reading It is recognised by artists as one of Raphael’s most beautiful compositions, and one of the finest examples of space decoration in existence.
without stop or interruption
From this reading GEOMETRIC COMPOSITION (_Continued_) Here is another example of geometric composition.
decorates
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From this reading It is also by Raphael and is painted on one of the walls in the same room that the _Disputá_ decorates.
decorationnounUS /ˌdekərˈeɪʃən/
something used to beautify
From this reading It is recognised by artists as one of Raphael’s most beautiful compositions, and one of the finest examples of space decoration in existence.
the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan)
From this reading But, while the latter’s geometric plan was very noticeable, this one is more disguised and the whole design has a much greater appearance of freedom.
disguisedadjectiveUS /dɪsˈɡaɪzd/
having its true character concealed with the intent of misleading
From this reading But, while the latter’s geometric plan was very noticeable, this one is more disguised and the whole design has a much greater appearance of freedom.
Disputá
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From this reading It is also by Raphael and is painted on one of the walls in the same room that the _Disputá_ decorates.
examineverbUS /ɪɡˈzæmɪn/
consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
From this reading But before we examine the plan on which the decoration of this space has been built up, let us study the subject.
an item of information that is typical of a class or group
From this reading GEOMETRIC COMPOSITION (_Continued_) Here is another example of geometric composition.
examplesnounUS /ɪɡˈzæmpəlz/
plural of “example” — an item of information that is typical of a class or group
From this reading It is recognised by artists as one of Raphael’s most beautiful compositions, and one of the finest examples of space decoration in existence.
the state or fact of existing
From this reading It is recognised by artists as one of Raphael’s most beautiful compositions, and one of the finest examples of space decoration in existence.
finestadjectiveUS /ˈfaɪnəst/
superlative of “fine” — being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading It is recognised by artists as one of Raphael’s most beautiful compositions, and one of the finest examples of space decoration in existence.
the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints
From this reading But, while the latter’s geometric plan was very noticeable, this one is more disguised and the whole design has a much greater appearance of freedom.
GEOMETRICadjectiveUS /ˌdʒiːəˈmetrɪk/
characterized by simple geometric forms in design and decoration
From this reading GEOMETRIC COMPOSITION (_Continued_) Here is another example of geometric composition.
greater in size or importance or degree
From this reading But, while the latter’s geometric plan was very noticeable, this one is more disguised and the whole design has a much greater appearance of freedom.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading But, while the latter’s geometric plan was very noticeable, this one is more disguised and the whole design has a much greater appearance of freedom.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading GEOMETRIC COMPOSITION (_Continued_) Here is another example of geometric composition.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading It is also by Raphael and is painted on one of the walls in the same room that the _Disputá_ decorates.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading GEOMETRIC COMPOSITION (_Continued_) Here is another example of geometric composition.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is also by Raphael and is painted on one of the walls in the same room that the _Disputá_ decorates.
latter'snounUS /ˈlætərz/
possessive form of “latter” — the second of two or the second mentioned of two
From this reading But, while the latter’s geometric plan was very noticeable, this one is more disguised and the whole design has a much greater appearance of freedom.
letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading But before we examine the plan on which the decoration of this space has been built up, let us study the subject.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading But, while the latter’s geometric plan was very noticeable, this one is more disguised and the whole design has a much greater appearance of freedom.
used to form the superlative
From this reading It is recognised by artists as one of Raphael’s most beautiful compositions, and one of the finest examples of space decoration in existence.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading But, while the latter’s geometric plan was very noticeable, this one is more disguised and the whole design has a much greater appearance of freedom.
noticeableadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊtəsəbəl/
capable or worthy of being noticed
From this reading But, while the latter’s geometric plan was very noticeable, this one is more disguised and the whole design has a much greater appearance of freedom.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading GEOMETRIC COMPOSITION (_Continued_) Here is another example of geometric composition.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading It is also by Raphael and is painted on one of the walls in the same room that the _Disputá_ decorates.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading It is also by Raphael and is painted on one of the walls in the same room that the _Disputá_ decorates.
coated with paint
From this reading It is also by Raphael and is painted on one of the walls in the same room that the _Disputá_ decorates.
have the will and intention to carry out some action
From this reading But, while the latter’s geometric plan was very noticeable, this one is more disguised and the whole design has a much greater appearance of freedom.
RaphaelnounUS /ˌrɑːfaɪˈel/
Italian painter whose many paintings exemplify the ideals of the High Renaissance (1483-1520)
From this reading It is also by Raphael and is painted on one of the walls in the same room that the _Disputá_ decorates.
Raphael's
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From this reading It is recognised by artists as one of Raphael’s most beautiful compositions, and one of the finest examples of space decoration in existence.
recognisedadjectiveUS /ˈrekəɡnaɪzd/
provided with a secure reputation
From this reading It is recognised by artists as one of Raphael’s most beautiful compositions, and one of the finest examples of space decoration in existence.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading It is also by Raphael and is painted on one of the walls in the same room that the _Disputá_ decorates.
Identical; not different.
From this reading It is also by Raphael and is painted on one of the walls in the same room that the _Disputá_ decorates.
the unlimited expanse in which everything is located
From this reading It is recognised by artists as one of Raphael’s most beautiful compositions, and one of the finest examples of space decoration in existence.
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading But before we examine the plan on which the decoration of this space has been built up, let us study the subject.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading But before we examine the plan on which the decoration of this space has been built up, let us study the subject.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It is also by Raphael and is painted on one of the walls in the same room that the _Disputá_ decorates.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading It is also by Raphael and is painted on one of the walls in the same room that the _Disputá_ decorates.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading But, while the latter’s geometric plan was very noticeable, this one is more disguised and the whole design has a much greater appearance of freedom.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading But before we examine the plan on which the decoration of this space has been built up, let us study the subject.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading But before we examine the plan on which the decoration of this space has been built up, let us study the subject.
precisely as stated
From this reading But, while the latter’s geometric plan was very noticeable, this one is more disguised and the whole design has a much greater appearance of freedom.
plural of “wall” — an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure
From this reading It is also by Raphael and is painted on one of the walls in the same room that the _Disputá_ decorates.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading But, while the latter’s geometric plan was very noticeable, this one is more disguised and the whole design has a much greater appearance of freedom.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading But before we examine the plan on which the decoration of this space has been built up, let us study the subject.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading But before we examine the plan on which the decoration of this space has been built up, let us study the subject.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading But, while the latter’s geometric plan was very noticeable, this one is more disguised and the whole design has a much greater appearance of freedom.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading But, while the latter’s geometric plan was very noticeable, this one is more disguised and the whole design has a much greater appearance of freedom.
