used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
inconsistent with reason or logic or common sense
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
consider or hold as true
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading "If Stella does not regard Madge's action with generous enthusiasm, I shall think the worse of her," was his masculine conclusion.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
in addition
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
banishedverbUS /ˈbænɪʃt/
past form of “banish” — expel from a community or group
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
believingnounUS /bɪˈliːvɪŋ/
the cognitive process that leads to convictions
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration
From this reading "If Stella does not regard Madge's action with generous enthusiasm, I shall think the worse of her," was his masculine conclusion.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
dismissedadjectiveUS /dɪˈsmɪst/
having lost your job
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
doesauxiliary verbUS /dʌz/
the form of “do” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "If Stella does not regard Madge's action with generous enthusiasm, I shall think the worse of her," was his masculine conclusion.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
owed and payable immediately or on demand
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
enlargeverbUS /ˌenˈlɑːrdʒ/
make larger
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
a feeling of excitement
From this reading "If Stella does not regard Madge's action with generous enthusiasm, I shall think the worse of her," was his masculine conclusion.
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
for a limitless time
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several)
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
the state of being friends (or friendly)
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
willing to give and share unstintingly
From this reading "If Stella does not regard Madge's action with generous enthusiasm, I shall think the worse of her," was his masculine conclusion.
a young female
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
girl'snounUS /ɡɜːrlz/
possessive form of “girl” — a young female
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
Graydon's
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From this reading MAKE YOUR TERMS Graydon's uppermost thought now was to make his peace with Madge.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
heroismnounUS /ˈheroʊɪzəm/
the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading MAKE YOUR TERMS Graydon's uppermost thought now was to make his peace with Madge.
hostileadjectiveUS /ˈhɑːstəl/
characterized by enmity or ill will
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "If Stella does not regard Madge's action with generous enthusiasm, I shall think the worse of her," was his masculine conclusion.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading "If Stella does not regard Madge's action with generous enthusiasm, I shall think the worse of her," was his masculine conclusion.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
a feeling of jealous envy (especially of a rival)
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
Madge
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From this reading MAKE YOUR TERMS Graydon's uppermost thought now was to make his peace with Madge.
Madge's
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From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
engage in
From this reading MAKE YOUR TERMS Graydon's uppermost thought now was to make his peace with Madge.
masculineadjectiveUS /ˈmæskjələn/
of grammatical gender
From this reading "If Stella does not regard Madge's action with generous enthusiasm, I shall think the worse of her," was his masculine conclusion.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading MAKE YOUR TERMS Graydon's uppermost thought now was to make his peace with Madge.
obtuseadjectiveUS /ɑːbˈtuːs/
of an angle; between 90 and 180 degrees
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
on one occasion
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
and nothing more
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
an effortful attempt to attain a goal
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
the state prevailing during the absence of war
From this reading MAKE YOUR TERMS Graydon's uppermost thought now was to make his peace with Madge.
experiencing or manifesting pleasure
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
an expression of approval and commendation
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
prejudicesnounUS /ˈpredʒədɪsɪz/
plural of “prejudice” — a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading "If Stella does not regard Madge's action with generous enthusiasm, I shall think the worse of her," was his masculine conclusion.
rivalsnounUS /ˈraɪvəlz/
plural of “rival” — the contestant you hope to defeat
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest
From this reading "If Stella does not regard Madge's action with generous enthusiasm, I shall think the worse of her," was his masculine conclusion.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
relating to human society and its members
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
having great beauty and splendor
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
StellanounUS /ˈstelə/
United States minimalist painter (born in 1936)
From this reading "If Stella does not regard Madge's action with generous enthusiasm, I shall think the worse of her," was his masculine conclusion.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
status with respect to the relations between people or groups
From this reading MAKE YOUR TERMS Graydon's uppermost thought now was to make his peace with Madge.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
theoriesnounUS /ˈθɪriz/
plural of “theory” — a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading "If Stella does not regard Madge's action with generous enthusiasm, I shall think the worse of her," was his masculine conclusion.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading MAKE YOUR TERMS Graydon's uppermost thought now was to make his peace with Madge.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading MAKE YOUR TERMS Graydon's uppermost thought now was to make his peace with Madge.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
unawareadjectiveUS /ˌʌnəˈwer/
(often followed by “of”) not aware
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
fully apprehended as to purport or meaning or explanation
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
uppermostadjectiveUS /ˈʌpərmoʊst/
at or nearest to the top
From this reading MAKE YOUR TERMS Graydon's uppermost thought now was to make his peace with Madge.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading MAKE YOUR TERMS Graydon's uppermost thought now was to make his peace with Madge.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
at the time that
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
belonging to which person
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
Wildmere's
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From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
wilyadjectiveUS /ˈwaɪli/
marked by skill in deception
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
hope for; have a wish
From this reading The wily girl was not so obtuse as to be unaware of this, and when he came down she said all he could wish in praise of Madge, but took pains to enlarge upon his own courage.
in the company of; together with
From this reading MAKE YOUR TERMS Graydon's uppermost thought now was to make his peace with Madge.
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading He dismissed all his former theories about her as absurd, and felt that, whether he understood her or not, she had become a splendid woman, of whose friendship he might well be proud, and accept it on any terms that pleased her.
(comparative of “bad”) inferior to another in quality or condition or desirability
From this reading "If Stella does not regard Madge's action with generous enthusiasm, I shall think the worse of her," was his masculine conclusion.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading He also was sure that Miss Wildmere's prejudices would be banished at once and forever by Madge's heroism, believing that the girl's hostile feeling was due only to the natural jealousy of social rivals.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading MAKE YOUR TERMS Graydon's uppermost thought now was to make his peace with Madge.
