used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
AboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
accomplishverbUS /əˈkɑːmplɪʃ/
put in effect
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
aliveadjectiveUS /əˈlaɪv/
possessing life
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
(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 I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading She was silent for a little; then, with a deep sigh, 'You are right,' said she.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
awakeadjectiveUS /əˈweɪk/
not in a state of sleep; completely conscious
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
physically and forcibly separated into pieces or cracked or split
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
broochnounUS /bruːtʃ/
a decorative pin worn by women
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
chieftain'snounUS /ˈtʃiːftənz/
possessive form of “chieftain” — the leader of a group of people
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
clingverbUS /klɪŋ/
come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
confinedadjectiveUS /kənˈfaɪnd/
not invading healthy tissue
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
deem to be
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
a female human offspring
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply
From this reading She was silent for a little; then, with a deep sigh, 'You are right,' said she.
disordernounUS /dɪˈsɔːrdər/
a physical condition in which there is a disturbance of normal functioning
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
doubtfullyadverb
in a doubtful manner
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
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From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
entreated
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From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
an old word for “before”
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
apart from; not including
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
opinion or judgment
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
plural of “fear” — an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
foldsnounUS /foʊldz/
plural of “fold” — an angular or rounded shape made by folding
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
foundedverbUS /ˈfaʊndɪd/
past form of “found” — set up or found
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
hastenverbUS /ˈheɪsən/
act or move at high speed
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
the locus of feelings and intuitions
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
Juliet
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From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
the quality of being just or fair
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
learntverbUS /lɜːrnt/
inflected form of “learn” — gain knowledge or skills
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
has a good chance of being the case or of coming about
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
past form of “listen” — hear with intention
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading She was silent for a little; then, with a deep sigh, 'You are right,' said she.
a female domestic
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
Mantledadjective
covered with or as if with clothes or a wrap or cloak
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
mistakesnounUS /mɪˈsteɪks/
plural of “mistake” — a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
modestadjectiveUS /ˈmɑːdəst/
marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
used to form the superlative
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
used when the speaker is also the object of the action
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
and not; used after a negative to add a second negative
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
o'eradverb
throughout a period of time
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
obstinatelyadverb
in a stubborn unregenerate manner
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
used of mouth or eyes
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
peacefullyadverbUS /ˈpiːsfəli/
in a peaceful manner
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
performverbUS /pərˈfɔːrm/
carry out or perform an action
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
plaidnounUS /plæd/
a cloth having a crisscross design
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
the body of people in a learned occupation
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
reckonedverbUS /ˈrekənd/
past form of “reckon” — expect, believe, or suppose
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
reednounUS /riːd/
tall woody perennial grasses with hollow slender stems especially of the genera Arundo and Phragmites
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
(of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
precisely, exactly
From this reading She was silent for a little; then, with a deep sigh, 'You are right,' said she.
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
ScottnounUS /skɑːt/
award-winning United States film actor (1928-1999)
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
not often
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
ShockedadjectiveUS /ʃɑːkt/
struck with fear, dread, or consternation
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
shortenverbUS /ˈʃɔːrtən/
make shorter than originally intended; reduce or retrench in length or duration
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
heave or utter a sigh; breathe deeply and heavily
From this reading She was silent for a little; then, with a deep sigh, 'You are right,' said she.
marked by absence of sound
From this reading She was silent for a little; then, with a deep sigh, 'You are right,' said she.
an ability that has been acquired by training
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
not in physical motion
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
happening unexpectedly
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading She was silent for a little; then, with a deep sigh, 'You are right,' said she.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
in spite of the fact that
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
unaccountableadjectiveUS /ˌʌnəˈkaʊntəbəl/
not to be accounted for or explained
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
German conductor (1876-1962)
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
nonexistent
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
(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 Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
any or all of a kind, it does not matter which
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
at the time that
From this reading In the morning, when I opened my eyes, Juliet was so peacefully still, that I listened doubtfully for her breathing; and felt myself relieved by the certainly that she was alive.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
hope for; have a wish
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
in the company of; together with
From this reading _A chieftain's daughter seemed the maid._ * * * * * _And seldom o'er a breast so fair Mantled a plaid with modest care; And never brooch the folds confined Above a heart more good and kind._ Walter Scott.
showing curiosity
From this reading I was astonished to find that she was awake, though so composed; and was wondering at this unaccountable change, when she suddenly asked me whether Dr ---- was reckoned a man of any skill in his profession? 'for,' said she, 'he seemed to know nothing at all of my disorder, except what he learnt from myself; so most likely he mistakes it altogether.'
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
wrestverbUS /rest/
obtain by seizing forcibly or violently, also metaphorically
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
but in spite of that
From this reading Shocked to see her thus obstinately cling to the broken reed, yet wanting courage to wrest it from her hold, I entreated her to consider that it would not add to the justice of Dr ----'s fears, if she should act as though they were well founded; nor shorten her life, if she should hasten to accomplish whatever she would wish to perform ere its close.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading She was silent for a little; then, with a deep sigh, 'You are right,' said she.
