used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
ablazeadjectiveUS /əˈbleɪz/
keenly excited (especially sexually) or indicating excitement
From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
a feeling of delighted approval and liking
From this reading I read admiration in Cassion's eyes, as I came forward from the shadows to greet him, and was not unhappy to know he recognized my beauty, and was moved by it.
prior to a specified or implied time
From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading She loved yet to dress another, and her swift touches to my hair had worked a miracle.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
accomplishment of an objective
From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading I read admiration in Cassion's eyes, as I came forward from the shadows to greet him, and was not unhappy to know he recognized my beauty, and was moved by it.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
the qualities that give pleasure to the senses
From this reading I read admiration in Cassion's eyes, as I came forward from the shadows to greet him, and was not unhappy to know he recognized my beauty, and was moved by it.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
bluffnounUS /blʌf/
a high steep bank (usually formed by river erosion)
From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
bowsnounUS /baʊz/
plural of “bow” — a knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading I read admiration in Cassion's eyes, as I came forward from the shadows to greet him, and was not unhappy to know he recognized my beauty, and was moved by it.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading I read admiration in Cassion's eyes, as I came forward from the shadows to greet him, and was not unhappy to know he recognized my beauty, and was moved by it.
Cassion
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From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
Cassion's
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From this reading I read admiration in Cassion's eyes, as I came forward from the shadows to greet him, and was not unhappy to know he recognized my beauty, and was moved by it.
Celeste
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From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
Chevet
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From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
congratulatedverbUS /kənˈɡrætʃəleɪtɪd/
past form of “congratulate” — say something to someone that expresses praise
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
overfilled or compacted or concentrated
From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
donnedverbUS /dɑːnd/
inflected form of “don” — put clothing on one's body
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
drapedadjectiveUS /dreɪpt/
covered with or as if with clothes or a wrap or cloak
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
put on clothes
From this reading She loved yet to dress another, and her swift touches to my hair had worked a miracle.
embarrassmentnounUS /ɪmˈberəsmənt/
the shame you feel when your inadequacy or guilt is made public
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
the 2nd smallest continent (actually a vast peninsula of Eurasia); the British use “Europe” to refer to all of the continent except the British Isles
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
opinion or judgment
From this reading I read admiration in Cassion's eyes, as I came forward from the shadows to greet him, and was not unhappy to know he recognized my beauty, and was moved by it.
being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
flushnounUS /flʌʃ/
the period of greatest prosperity or productivity
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
at or to or toward the front
From this reading I read admiration in Cassion's eyes, as I came forward from the shadows to greet him, and was not unhappy to know he recognized my beauty, and was moved by it.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading I read admiration in Cassion's eyes, as I came forward from the shadows to greet him, and was not unhappy to know he recognized my beauty, and was moved by it.
a woman's dress, usually with a close-fitting bodice and a long flared skirt, often worn on formal occasions
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
greetverbUS /ɡriːt/
express greetings upon meeting someone
From this reading I read admiration in Cassion's eyes, as I came forward from the shadows to greet him, and was not unhappy to know he recognized my beauty, and was moved by it.
plural of “guest” — a visitor to whom hospitality is extended
From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
an established custom
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss
From this reading She loved yet to dress another, and her swift touches to my hair had worked a miracle.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
past form of “help” — give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading She loved yet to dress another, and her swift touches to my hair had worked a miracle.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading I read admiration in Cassion's eyes, as I came forward from the shadows to greet him, and was not unhappy to know he recognized my beauty, and was moved by it.
unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope
From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
INTENDANT
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From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading I read admiration in Cassion's eyes, as I came forward from the shadows to greet him, and was not unhappy to know he recognized my beauty, and was moved by it.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading I read admiration in Cassion's eyes, as I came forward from the shadows to greet him, and was not unhappy to know he recognized my beauty, and was moved by it.
plural of “light” — (physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation
From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
held dear
From this reading She loved yet to dress another, and her swift touches to my hair had worked a miracle.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
miraclenounUS /ˈmɪrəkəl/
any amazing or wonderful occurrence
From this reading She loved yet to dress another, and her swift touches to my hair had worked a miracle.
used as a French courtesy title; equivalent to English “Mr”
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
From this reading I read admiration in Cassion's eyes, as I came forward from the shadows to greet him, and was not unhappy to know he recognized my beauty, and was moved by it.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
used when the speaker is also the object of the action
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
and not; used after a negative to add a second negative
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading I read admiration in Cassion's eyes, as I came forward from the shadows to greet him, and was not unhappy to know he recognized my beauty, and was moved by it.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
nunnounUS /nʌn/
a woman religious
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
a large and stately mansion
From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
an expression of approval and commendation
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
prettilyadverb
in a pretty manner
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
promptverbUS /prɑːmpt/
give an incentive for action
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
interpret something that is written or printed
From this reading I read admiration in Cassion's eyes, as I came forward from the shadows to greet him, and was not unhappy to know he recognized my beauty, and was moved by it.
generally approved or compelling recognition
From this reading I read admiration in Cassion's eyes, as I came forward from the shadows to greet him, and was not unhappy to know he recognized my beauty, and was moved by it.
a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)
From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
plural of “shadow” — shade within clear boundaries
From this reading I read admiration in Cassion's eyes, as I came forward from the shadows to greet him, and was not unhappy to know he recognized my beauty, and was moved by it.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
a female person who has the same parents as another person
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
soberadjectiveUS /ˈsoʊbər/
not affected by a chemical substance (especially alcohol)
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
moving very fast
From this reading She loved yet to dress another, and her swift touches to my hair had worked a miracle.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
touchesnounUS /ˈtʌtʃəz/
plural of “touch” — the event of something coming in contact with the body
From this reading She loved yet to dress another, and her swift touches to my hair had worked a miracle.
twas
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From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
experiencing or marked by or causing sadness or sorrow or discontent
From this reading I read admiration in Cassion's eyes, as I came forward from the shadows to greet him, and was not unhappy to know he recognized my beauty, and was moved by it.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
(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 Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
spoken in soft hushed tones without vibrations of the vocal cords
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
in the company of; together with
From this reading IN THE PALACE OF THE INTENDANT The huge palace of the Intendant, between the bluff and the river, was ablaze with lights, and already crowded with guests at our arrival.
the words that are spoken
From this reading I had seen nothing of Chevet since the morning, nor did he appear now; but Monsieur Cassion was prompt enough, and congratulated me on my appearance with bows, and words of praise which made me flush with embarrassment.
past form of “work” — exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading She loved yet to dress another, and her swift touches to my hair had worked a miracle.
but in spite of that
From this reading Yet I knew myself that I looked well in the new gown, simple enough to be sure, yet prettily draped, for Sister Celeste had helped me, and 'twas whispered she had seen fine things in Europe before she donned the sober habit of a nun.
