used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
(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 It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
surrounding, or on every side of, something
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
arrangingnounUS /ərˈeɪndʒɪŋ/
the act of arranging and adapting a piece of music
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
assembledverbUS /əˈsembəld/
past form of “assemble” — create by putting components or members together
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
assignedadjectiveUS /əˈsaɪnd/
appointed to a post or duty
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
relevant relation or interconnection
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
Directly under; in or to a lower position than.
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
bodyguardnounUS /ˈbɑːdiɡɑːrd/
someone who escorts and protects a prominent person
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
boundlessadjectiveUS /ˈbaʊndləs/
seemingly boundless in amount, number, degree, or especially extent
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The most casual glance at them would have shown what it is but fair to confess they never sought to conceal--that they were the pampered favourites of their master.
a railcar where passengers ride
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
casualadjectiveUS /ˈkæʒəwəl/
marked by blithe unconcern
From this reading The most casual glance at them would have shown what it is but fair to confess they never sought to conceal--that they were the pampered favourites of their master.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
a collection of things sharing a common attribute
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
prevent from being seen or discovered
From this reading The most casual glance at them would have shown what it is but fair to confess they never sought to conceal--that they were the pampered favourites of their master.
confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure
From this reading The most casual glance at them would have shown what it is but fair to confess they never sought to conceal--that they were the pampered favourites of their master.
(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
CorpsnounUS /kɔːr/
an army unit usually consisting of two or more divisions and their support
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
costlyadjectiveUS /ˈkɑːstli/
entailing great loss or sacrifice
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
displaynounUS /dɪˈspleɪ/
something intended to communicate a particular impression
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
displayedverbUS /dɪˈspleɪd/
past form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
put on clothes
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
du
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From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
posing no difficulty; requiring little effort
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
one or the other of two
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
elegancenounUS /ˈeləɡəns/
a refined quality of gracefulness and good taste
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
embroideredverbUS /emˈbrɔɪdərd/
past form of “embroider” — decorate with needlework
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
enjoyingverbUS /ˌenˈdʒɔɪɪŋ/
-ing form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
equipmentsnounUS /ɪˈkwɪpmənts/
plural of “equipment” — an instrumentality needed for an undertaking or to perform a service
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
divisible by two
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
extravagancenounUS /ekˈstrævəɡəns/
the quality of exceeding the appropriate limits of decorum or probability or truth
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
From this reading The most casual glance at them would have shown what it is but fair to confess they never sought to conceal--that they were the pampered favourites of their master.
faultsnounUS /fɔːlts/
plural of “fault” — a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
favourites
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From this reading The most casual glance at them would have shown what it is but fair to confess they never sought to conceal--that they were the pampered favourites of their master.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
Garde
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From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
brought together in one place
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
throw a glance at; take a brief look at
From this reading The most casual glance at them would have shown what it is but fair to confess they never sought to conceal--that they were the pampered favourites of their master.
glitteringadjectiveUS /ˈɡlɪtərɪŋ/
having brief brilliant points or flashes of light
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
feeling or showing gratitude
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
a person who keeps watch over something or someone
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
haughtyadjectiveUS /ˈhɔːti/
having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading The most casual glance at them would have shown what it is but fair to confess they never sought to conceal--that they were the pampered favourites of their master.
greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
horsemanshipnounUS /ˈhɔːrsmənʃɪp/
skill in handling and riding horses
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
indolencenoun
inactivity resulting from a dislike of work
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
indulgentadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈdʌldʒənt/
characterized by or given to yielding to the wishes of someone
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The most casual glance at them would have shown what it is but fair to confess they never sought to conceal--that they were the pampered favourites of their master.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
and nothing more
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
knotsnounUS /nɑːts/
plural of “knot” — a tight cluster of people or things
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
an artist of consummate skill
From this reading The most casual glance at them would have shown what it is but fair to confess they never sought to conceal--that they were the pampered favourites of their master.
meednoun
a fitting reward
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
monarchynounUS /ˈmɑːnɑːrki/
an autocracy governed by a monarch who usually inherits the authority
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
used to form the superlative
From this reading The most casual glance at them would have shown what it is but fair to confess they never sought to conceal--that they were the pampered favourites of their master.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading The most casual glance at them would have shown what it is but fair to confess they never sought to conceal--that they were the pampered favourites of their master.
not any; not one
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
an open or empty space in or between things
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
a large and stately mansion
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
pamperedverbUS /ˈpæmpərd/
past form of “pamper” — treat with excessive indulgence
From this reading The most casual glance at them would have shown what it is but fair to confess they never sought to conceal--that they were the pampered favourites of their master.
plural of “party” — an organization to gain political power
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
the time that has elapsed
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
a human being
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
participate in games or sport
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
possession of controlling influence
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
an expression of approval and commendation
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
prestigenounUS /preˈstiːʒ/
a high standing achieved through success or influence or wealth etc.
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
pretensionnounUS /priˈtenʃən/
a false or unsupportable quality
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
prevailedverbUS /prɪˈveɪld/
past form of “prevail” — be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
a feeling of self-respect and personal worth
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
privilegedadjectiveUS /ˈprɪvlədʒd/
blessed with privileges
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
proclaimedadjectiveUS /proʊˈkleɪmd/
declared publicly; made widely known
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
people in general considered as a whole
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
(especially of incident sound or light) bent or sent back
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
reignsnounUS /reɪnz/
plural of “reign” — a period during which something or somebody is dominant or powerful
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
richnessnounUS /ˈrɪtʃnəs/
the property of being extremely abundant
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
risenadjectiveUS /ˈrɪzən/
(of e.g. celestial bodies) above the horizon
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
royaltynounUS /ˈrɔɪəlti/
payment to the holder of a patent or copyright or resource for the right to use their property
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
salonnounUS /səˈlɑːn/
gallery where works of art can be displayed
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
inflected form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading The most casual glance at them would have shown what it is but fair to confess they never sought to conceal--that they were the pampered favourites of their master.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
that is looked for
From this reading The most casual glance at them would have shown what it is but fair to confess they never sought to conceal--that they were the pampered favourites of their master.
sovereignadjectiveUS /ˈsɑːv.rən/
Possessing supreme or ultimate power; autonomous and commanding.
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
having great beauty and splendor
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
splendournoun
a quality that outshines the usual
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
past form of “suffer” — undergo or be subjected to
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
swayverbUS /sweɪ/
move back and forth or sideways
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
terracenounUS /ˈterəs/
usually paved outdoor area adjoining a residence
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The most casual glance at them would have shown what it is but fair to confess they never sought to conceal--that they were the pampered favourites of their master.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
used when the people doing the action are also its object
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They had just risen from table, and were either enjoying their coffee in easy indolence, gathered in little knots for conversation, or arranging themselves into parties for play.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
uniformsnounUS /ˈjuːnəfɔːrmz/
plural of “uniform” — clothing of distinctive design worn by members of a particular group as a means of identification
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
VersaillesnounUS /verˈsaɪ/
a city in north central France near Paris; site of the Palace of Versailles that was built by Louis XIV in the 17th century
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
precisely as stated
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
virtuesnounUS /ˈvɜːrtʃuːz/
plural of “virtue” — the quality of doing what is right and avoiding what is wrong
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was not alone the richness of their embroidered dress, the boundless extravagance that all around them displayed, but, more than even these, a certain air of haughty pretension, the carriage and bearing of a privileged class, proclaimed that they took their rank from the high charge that assigned them the guard of the person of the sovereign.
any materials unused and rejected as worthless or unwanted
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading The most casual glance at them would have shown what it is but fair to confess they never sought to conceal--that they were the pampered favourites of their master.
at the time that
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
which person or people
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
belonging to which person
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
in the company of; together with
From this reading In a large salon of the palace at Versailles, opening upon a terrace, and with a view of the vast forest beneath it, were assembled a number of officers, whose splendid uniforms and costly equipments proclaimed them to be of the bodyguard of the king.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading The most casual glance at them would have shown what it is but fair to confess they never sought to conceal--that they were the pampered favourites of their master.
but in spite of that
From this reading When the power and sway of the monarchy suffered no check--so long as the nation was content to be grateful for the virtues of royalty, and indulgent to its faults--while yet the prestige of past reigns of splendour prevailed, the ‘Garde du Corps’ were great favourites with the public: their handsome appearance, the grace of their horsemanship, their personal elegance, even their very waste and extravagance had its meed of praise from those who felt a reflected pride from the glittering display of the court.
