used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
accordedverbUS /əˈkɔːrdɪd/
past form of “accord” — go together
From this reading The body, healthily tired, craves utter repose, supplemented by the creature-comforts so plentifully accorded to a solvent lodger.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The conditions of enjoyment are superbly complete.
armadas
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From this reading The great ocean of the future, with possible armadas, Columbus discoveries, whirlpools, and typhoons, lies mist-shrouded and peaceful-murmurous.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading The body, healthily tired, craves utter repose, supplemented by the creature-comforts so plentifully accorded to a solvent lodger.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
cheeryadjectiveUS /ˈtʃɪri/
bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
ColumbusnounUS /kəˈlʌmbəs/
the state capital of Ohio; located in the center of the state; site of Ohio State University
From this reading The great ocean of the future, with possible armadas, Columbus discoveries, whirlpools, and typhoons, lies mist-shrouded and peaceful-murmurous.
comparativeadjectiveUS /kəmˈperətɪv/
relating to or based on or involving comparison
From this reading The mind, ever a comparative reflex of the organic register of the body, is so far dominated as to lie luxuriously and ruminatively quiescent.
come or bring to a finish or an end
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
compressedadjectiveUS /kəmˈprest/
pressed tightly together
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
the prevailing context that influences the performance or the outcome of a process
From this reading The conditions of enjoyment are superbly complete.
cravesverbUS /kreɪvz/
third-person singular of “crave” — have a craving, appetite, or great desire for
From this reading The body, healthily tired, craves utter repose, supplemented by the creature-comforts so plentifully accorded to a solvent lodger.
creature-comforts
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From this reading The body, healthily tired, craves utter repose, supplemented by the creature-comforts so plentifully accorded to a solvent lodger.
discoveriesnounUS /dɪˈskʌvəriz/
plural of “discovery” — the act of discovering something
From this reading The great ocean of the future, with possible armadas, Columbus discoveries, whirlpools, and typhoons, lies mist-shrouded and peaceful-murmurous.
dominatedadjectiveUS /ˈdɑːməneɪtəd/
controlled or ruled by superior authority or power
From this reading The mind, ever a comparative reflex of the organic register of the body, is so far dominated as to lie luxuriously and ruminatively quiescent.
doubtedverbUS /ˈdaʊtɪd/
past form of “doubt” — consider unlikely or have doubts about
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
enjoymentnounUS /ˌenˈdʒɔɪmənt/
the pleasure felt when having a good time
From this reading The conditions of enjoyment are superbly complete.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
at any time
From this reading The mind, ever a comparative reflex of the organic register of the body, is so far dominated as to lie luxuriously and ruminatively quiescent.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading The mind, ever a comparative reflex of the organic register of the body, is so far dominated as to lie luxuriously and ruminatively quiescent.
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
yet to be or coming
From this reading The great ocean of the future, with possible armadas, Columbus discoveries, whirlpools, and typhoons, lies mist-shrouded and peaceful-murmurous.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading The great ocean of the future, with possible armadas, Columbus discoveries, whirlpools, and typhoons, lies mist-shrouded and peaceful-murmurous.
state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
healthilyadverb
in a levelheaded manner
From this reading The body, healthily tired, craves utter repose, supplemented by the creature-comforts so plentifully accorded to a solvent lodger.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position
From this reading The mind, ever a comparative reflex of the organic register of the body, is so far dominated as to lie luxuriously and ruminatively quiescent.
plural of “lie” — a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth
From this reading The great ocean of the future, with possible armadas, Columbus discoveries, whirlpools, and typhoons, lies mist-shrouded and peaceful-murmurous.
lodgernoun
a tenant in someone's house
From this reading The body, healthily tired, craves utter repose, supplemented by the creature-comforts so plentifully accorded to a solvent lodger.
luxuriouslyadverb
in an indulgently luxurious manner
From this reading The mind, ever a comparative reflex of the organic register of the body, is so far dominated as to lie luxuriously and ruminatively quiescent.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading The mind, ever a comparative reflex of the organic register of the body, is so far dominated as to lie luxuriously and ruminatively quiescent.
mist-shrouded
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From this reading The great ocean of the future, with possible armadas, Columbus discoveries, whirlpools, and typhoons, lies mist-shrouded and peaceful-murmurous.
subject to death
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
a large body of water constituting a principal part of the hydrosphere
From this reading The great ocean of the future, with possible armadas, Columbus discoveries, whirlpools, and typhoons, lies mist-shrouded and peaceful-murmurous.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
old-fashionedadjectiveUS /ˌoʊldˈfæʃənd/
out of fashion
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
organicadjectiveUS /ɔːrˈɡænɪk/
relating or belonging to the class of chemical compounds having a carbon basis
From this reading The mind, ever a comparative reflex of the organic register of the body, is so far dominated as to lie luxuriously and ruminatively quiescent.
peaceful-murmurous
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From this reading The great ocean of the future, with possible armadas, Columbus discoveries, whirlpools, and typhoons, lies mist-shrouded and peaceful-murmurous.
plentifullyadverb
in a bountiful manner
From this reading The body, healthily tired, craves utter repose, supplemented by the creature-comforts so plentifully accorded to a solvent lodger.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading The great ocean of the future, with possible armadas, Columbus discoveries, whirlpools, and typhoons, lies mist-shrouded and peaceful-murmurous.
proneadjectiveUS /proʊn/
having a tendency (to); often used in combination
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
proportionnounUS /prəˈpɔːrʃən/
the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
quiescentadjectiveUS /kwaɪˈesənt/
not active or activated
From this reading The mind, ever a comparative reflex of the organic register of the body, is so far dominated as to lie luxuriously and ruminatively quiescent.
reasonablyadverbUS /ˈriːzənəbli/
to certain extent or degree
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
reflexnounUS /ˈriːfleks/
an automatic instinctive unlearned reaction to a stimulus
From this reading The mind, ever a comparative reflex of the organic register of the body, is so far dominated as to lie luxuriously and ruminatively quiescent.
registerverbUS /ˈredʒɪstər/
record in writing; enter into a book of names or events or transactions
From this reading The mind, ever a comparative reflex of the organic register of the body, is so far dominated as to lie luxuriously and ruminatively quiescent.
reposeverbUS /riˈpoʊz/
put or confide something in a person or thing
From this reading The body, healthily tired, craves utter repose, supplemented by the creature-comforts so plentifully accorded to a solvent lodger.
ruminatively
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From this reading The mind, ever a comparative reflex of the organic register of the body, is so far dominated as to lie luxuriously and ruminatively quiescent.
past form of “secure” — get by special effort
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
solventnounUS /ˈsɑːlvənt/
a liquid substance capable of dissolving other substances
From this reading The body, healthily tired, craves utter repose, supplemented by the creature-comforts so plentifully accorded to a solvent lodger.
depleted of energy, force, or strength
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
superblyadverbUS /ˈsuːpərbli/
(used as an intensifier) extremely well
From this reading The conditions of enjoyment are superbly complete.
supplementedverbUS /sʌpləmentɪd/
past form of “supplement” — add as a supplement to what seems insufficient
From this reading The body, healthily tired, craves utter repose, supplemented by the creature-comforts so plentifully accorded to a solvent lodger.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
tiredadjectiveUS /ˈtaɪərd/
depleted of strength or energy
From this reading The body, healthily tired, craves utter repose, supplemented by the creature-comforts so plentifully accorded to a solvent lodger.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
typhoonsnounUS /ˌtaɪˈfuːnz/
plural of “typhoon” — a tropical cyclone occurring in the western Pacific or Indian oceans
From this reading The great ocean of the future, with possible armadas, Columbus discoveries, whirlpools, and typhoons, lies mist-shrouded and peaceful-murmurous.
articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise
From this reading The body, healthily tired, craves utter repose, supplemented by the creature-comforts so plentifully accorded to a solvent lodger.
wayfarernoun
a pedestrian who walks from place to place
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading It may be doubted whether a large proportion of what man is prone to call happiness is secured by any mortal, in so compressed and complete a form, as by the reasonably weary wayfarer during an evening spent in a cheery old-fashioned inn.
whirlpoolsnounUS /ˈwɜːrlpuːlz/
plural of “whirlpool” — a powerful circular current of water (usually the result of conflicting tides)
From this reading The great ocean of the future, with possible armadas, Columbus discoveries, whirlpools, and typhoons, lies mist-shrouded and peaceful-murmurous.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The great ocean of the future, with possible armadas, Columbus discoveries, whirlpools, and typhoons, lies mist-shrouded and peaceful-murmurous.
