used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
(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 Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
authorsnounUS /ˈɔːθərz/
plural of “author” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading It were better, say they, for a scholar to take in hand some weighty matter of religion, or philosophy, or civil government.
propose a payment
From this reading But stay, good friends, till I bid you show me how it were better.
blottingverbUS /ˈblɑːtɪŋ/
inflected form of “blot” — dry (ink) with blotting paper
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
candlesnounUS /ˈkændəlz/
plural of “candle” — stick of wax with a wick in the middle
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
civiladjectiveUS /ˈsɪvəl/
applying to ordinary citizens as contrasted with the military
From this reading It were better, say they, for a scholar to take in hand some weighty matter of religion, or philosophy, or civil government.
condemnsverbUS /kənˈdemz/
third-person singular of “condemn” — express strong disapproval of
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
ErasmusnounUS /ɪˈræzməs/
Dutch humanist and theologian who was the leading Renaissance scholar of northern Europe; although his criticisms of the Roman Catholic Church led to the Reformation, he opposed violence and condemned Martin Luther (1466-1536)
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
eterniseverb
make famous forever
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
the trait of acting stupidly or rashly
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
fops
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From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
forgettingverbUS /fərˈɡetɪŋ/
inflected form of “forget” — dismiss from the mind; stop remembering
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading But stay, good friends, till I bid you show me how it were better.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading But stay, good friends, till I bid you show me how it were better.
the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit
From this reading It were better, say they, for a scholar to take in hand some weighty matter of religion, or philosophy, or civil government.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading It were better, say they, for a scholar to take in hand some weighty matter of religion, or philosophy, or civil government.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
the state of being honored
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
how
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From this reading But stay, good friends, till I bid you show me how it were better.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
impertinences
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From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
hear with intention
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
marvelledverbUS /mɑːrˈveld/
inflected form of “marvel” — be amazed at
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading It were better, say they, for a scholar to take in hand some weighty matter of religion, or philosophy, or civil government.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
The faculty by which the mind stores and remembers information and knowledge.
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
being nothing more than specified
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
not one, and not any
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
a brief written record
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
openlyadverbUS /ˈoʊpənli/
in an open way
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading It were better, say they, for a scholar to take in hand some weighty matter of religion, or philosophy, or civil government.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
passagesnounUS /ˈpæsədʒəz/
plural of “passage” — the act of passing from one state or place to the next
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
philosophynounUS /fɪˈlɑː.sə.fi/
The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence. (Triết học, đạo lý nhân sinh.)
From this reading It were better, say they, for a scholar to take in hand some weighty matter of religion, or philosophy, or civil government.
an expression of approval and commendation
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny
From this reading It were better, say they, for a scholar to take in hand some weighty matter of religion, or philosophy, or civil government.
past form of “remember” — recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
determined
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
rightlyadverbUS /ˈraɪtli/
with honesty
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
express in words
From this reading It were better, say they, for a scholar to take in hand some weighty matter of religion, or philosophy, or civil government.
scholarnounUS /ˈskɒl.ər/
A specialist in a particular branch of study; a distinguished student.
From this reading It were better, say they, for a scholar to take in hand some weighty matter of religion, or philosophy, or civil government.
scribblingverbUS /ˈskrɪbəlɪŋ/
-ing form of “scribble” — write down quickly without much attention to detail
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
the context and environment in which something is set
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
have in common
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
(of something seen or heard) clearly defined
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading But stay, good friends, till I bid you show me how it were better.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading It were better, say they, for a scholar to take in hand some weighty matter of religion, or philosophy, or civil government.
spendingnounUS /ˈspendɪŋ/
the act of spending or disbursing money
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
spoilverbUS /spɔɪl/
make a mess of, destroy or ruin
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading But stay, good friends, till I bid you show me how it were better.
not in physical motion
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
carry out
From this reading It were better, say they, for a scholar to take in hand some weighty matter of religion, or philosophy, or civil government.
a tendency to express warm and affectionate feeling
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
thereinadverbUS /ðeˈrɪn/
(formal) in or into that thing or place
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading It were better, say they, for a scholar to take in hand some weighty matter of religion, or philosophy, or civil government.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
up to a particular time
From this reading But stay, good friends, till I bid you show me how it were better.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
triflesnounUS /ˈtraɪfəlz/
plural of “trifle” — a cold pudding made of layers of sponge cake spread with fruit or jelly; may be decorated with nuts, cream, or chocolate
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
unworthyadjectiveUS /ənˈwɜːrði/
lacking in value or merit
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
communicated in words
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
weightyadjectiveUS /ˈweɪti/
having relatively great weight; heavy
From this reading It were better, say they, for a scholar to take in hand some weighty matter of religion, or philosophy, or civil government.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading It were better, say they, for a scholar to take in hand some weighty matter of religion, or philosophy, or civil government.
which person or people
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
accumulated knowledge or erudition or enlightenment
From this reading Many who share my respect for him who is rightly called the honour of learning of all our time, forgetting therein, as it must be said, all tenderness for me, have marvelled openly that I listen not to his wisdom, but will still be spending paper, time, and candles upon such trifles and impertinences as he condemns.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Erasmus, in his _Praise of Folly_, has uttered a sharp note against those scribbling fops who think to eternise their memory by setting up for authors, and especially those who spoil paper in blotting it with mere trifles and impertinences.
but in spite of that
From this reading Yet have I, that was none before, resolved to turn author, and set down certain passages in my life that I have thought not unworthy to be remembered.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading But stay, good friends, till I bid you show me how it were better.
