used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
experiencing a sudden sense of danger
From this reading Emily felt alarmed.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading I am sure you know best; but--I thought perhaps--" Walderhurst liked her timidity.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading She had not dreamed of the temerity of any remark suggestive of criticism.
for the reason that
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading I am sure you know best; but--I thought perhaps--" Walderhurst liked her timidity.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading I am sure you know best; but--I thought perhaps--" Walderhurst liked her timidity.
having or capable of producing colors
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
colouredadjectiveUS /ˈkʌlərd/
having color or a certain color; sometimes used in combination
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading "Yes," hastily, "of course.
a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
criticismnounUS /ˈkrɪtɪsɪzəm/
disapproval expressed by pointing out faults or shortcomings
From this reading She had not dreamed of the temerity of any remark suggestive of criticism.
disagreeableadjectiveUS /ˌdɪsəˈɡriːəbəl/
not to your liking
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
conceived of or imagined or hoped for
From this reading She had not dreamed of the temerity of any remark suggestive of criticism.
Emily
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From this reading Emily felt alarmed.
past form of “fear” — be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading Emily felt alarmed.
being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading She had not dreamed of the temerity of any remark suggestive of criticism.
in a hurried or hasty manner
From this reading "Yes," hastily, "of course.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading I am sure you know best; but--I thought perhaps--" Walderhurst liked her timidity.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I am sure you know best; but--I thought perhaps--" Walderhurst liked her timidity.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading I am sure you know best; but--I thought perhaps--" Walderhurst liked her timidity.
found pleasant or attractive; often used as a combining form
From this reading I am sure you know best; but--I thought perhaps--" Walderhurst liked her timidity.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading She had not dreamed of the temerity of any remark suggestive of criticism.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading She had not dreamed of the temerity of any remark suggestive of criticism.
offendverbUS /əˈfend/
cause to feel resentment or indignation
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
by chance
From this reading I am sure you know best; but--I thought perhaps--" Walderhurst liked her timidity.
realisedadjectiveUS /ˈriːəlaɪzd/
successfully completed or brought to an end
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information
From this reading She had not dreamed of the temerity of any remark suggestive of criticism.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading She had not dreamed of the temerity of any remark suggestive of criticism.
suggestiveadjectiveUS /səˈdʒestɪv/
tending to suggest or imply
From this reading She had not dreamed of the temerity of any remark suggestive of criticism.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading I am sure you know best; but--I thought perhaps--" Walderhurst liked her timidity.
great in vertical dimension; high in stature
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
temeritynounUS /təˈmerəti/
fearless daring
From this reading She had not dreamed of the temerity of any remark suggestive of criticism.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading She had not dreamed of the temerity of any remark suggestive of criticism.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading I am sure you know best; but--I thought perhaps--" Walderhurst liked her timidity.
timiditynounUS /təˈmɪdəti/
fear of the unknown or unfamiliar or fear of making decisions
From this reading I am sure you know best; but--I thought perhaps--" Walderhurst liked her timidity.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
upstandingadjectiveUS /ˈʌpstændɪŋ/
meriting respect or esteem
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
Walderhurst
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading I am sure you know best; but--I thought perhaps--" Walderhurst liked her timidity.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
at the time that
From this reading To see a fine, tall, upstanding creature colour in that way was not disagreeable when one realised that she coloured because she feared she might offend one.
an affirmative
From this reading "Yes," hastily, "of course.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading I am sure you know best; but--I thought perhaps--" Walderhurst liked her timidity.
