the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading None of the household was stirring save Brooks, an old servitor, who stood at the foot of the steps with the horses.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The statues of terrace and court gleamed ghostly white in the darkness, and the grim old keep frowned darkly upon them.
ANTHONYnounUS /ˈænθəni/
Roman general under Julius Caesar in the Gallic wars; repudiated his wife for the Egyptian queen Cleopatra; they were defeated by Octavian at Actium (83-30 BC)
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
a distinct feature or element in a problem
From this reading The deserted aspect of the courtyard filled the girl with dismay.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading None of the household was stirring save Brooks, an old servitor, who stood at the foot of the steps with the horses.
be present at (meetings, church services, university), etc.
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
BABINGTON
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
BrooksnounUS /brʊks/
United States literary critic and historian (1886-1963)
From this reading None of the household was stirring save Brooks, an old servitor, who stood at the foot of the steps with the horses.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
chillsnounUS /tʃɪlz/
plural of “chill” — coldness due to a cold environment
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business
From this reading The statues of terrace and court gleamed ghostly white in the darkness, and the grim old keep frowned darkly upon them.
courtyardnounUS /ˈkɔːrt.jɑːrd/
An unroofed area that is completely or partially enclosed by the walls of a house.
From this reading The deserted aspect of the courtyard filled the girl with dismay.
darkestadjectiveUS /ˈdɑːrkəst/
superlative of “dark” — devoid of or deficient in light or brightness; shadowed or black
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
darklyadverbUS /ˈdɑːrkli/
without light
From this reading The statues of terrace and court gleamed ghostly white in the darkness, and the grim old keep frowned darkly upon them.
absence of light or illumination
From this reading The statues of terrace and court gleamed ghostly white in the darkness, and the grim old keep frowned darkly upon them.
the first light of day
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
forsaken by owner or inhabitants
From this reading The deserted aspect of the courtyard filled the girl with dismay.
dismaynounUS /dɪˈsmeɪ/
the feeling of despair in the face of obstacles
From this reading The deserted aspect of the courtyard filled the girl with dismay.
earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
a feeling of excitement
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with
From this reading The deserted aspect of the courtyard filled the girl with dismay.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
flourishverbUS /ˈflɜːrɪʃ/
grow vigorously
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading None of the household was stirring save Brooks, an old servitor, who stood at the foot of the steps with the horses.
Francis
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
frownedverbUS /fraʊnd/
past form of “frown” — look angry or sullen, wrinkle one's forehead, as if to signal disapproval
From this reading The statues of terrace and court gleamed ghostly white in the darkness, and the grim old keep frowned darkly upon them.
ghostlyadjectiveUS /ˈɡoʊstli/
resembling or characteristic of a phantom
From this reading The statues of terrace and court gleamed ghostly white in the darkness, and the grim old keep frowned darkly upon them.
a young female
From this reading The deserted aspect of the courtyard filled the girl with dismay.
gleamedverbUS /ɡliːmd/
past form of “gleam” — be shiny, as if wet
From this reading The statues of terrace and court gleamed ghostly white in the darkness, and the grim old keep frowned darkly upon them.
not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty
From this reading The statues of terrace and court gleamed ghostly white in the darkness, and the grim old keep frowned darkly upon them.
pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
only a very short time before
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
plural of “horse” — solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times
From this reading None of the household was stirring save Brooks, an old servitor, who stood at the foot of the steps with the horses.
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
a period of time assigned for work
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
a social unit living together
From this reading None of the household was stirring save Brooks, an old servitor, who stood at the foot of the steps with the horses.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The statues of terrace and court gleamed ghostly white in the darkness, and the grim old keep frowned darkly upon them.
inspirationsnounUS /ˌɪnspərˈeɪʃənz/
plural of “inspiration” — arousal of the mind to special unusual activity or creativity
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
and nothing more
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading The statues of terrace and court gleamed ghostly white in the darkness, and the grim old keep frowned darkly upon them.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
plural of “make” — a recognizable kind
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
mightinessnoun
physical strength
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
nobleadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊbəl/
impressive in appearance
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
not one, and not any
From this reading None of the household was stirring save Brooks, an old servitor, who stood at the foot of the steps with the horses.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading None of the household was stirring save Brooks, an old servitor, who stood at the foot of the steps with the horses.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
deserving or inciting pity
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
purposesnounUS /ˈpɜːrpəsəz/
plural of “purpose” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
resolvesnounUS /riˈzɑːlvz/
plural of “resolve” — the trait of being resolute
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
except for; apart from
From this reading None of the household was stirring save Brooks, an old servitor, who stood at the foot of the steps with the horses.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
servitornoun
someone who performs the duties of an attendant for someone else
From this reading None of the household was stirring save Brooks, an old servitor, who stood at the foot of the steps with the horses.
statuesnounUS /ˈstætʃuːz/
plural of “statue” — a sculpture representing a human or animal
From this reading The statues of terrace and court gleamed ghostly white in the darkness, and the grim old keep frowned darkly upon them.
a flight of stairs or a flight of steps
From this reading None of the household was stirring save Brooks, an old servitor, who stood at the foot of the steps with the horses.
stirringnounUS /ˈstɜːrɪŋ/
agitating a liquid with an implement
From this reading None of the household was stirring save Brooks, an old servitor, who stood at the foot of the steps with the horses.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading None of the household was stirring save Brooks, an old servitor, who stood at the foot of the steps with the horses.
past form of “summon” — call in an official matter, such as to attend court
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
terracenounUS /ˈterəs/
usually paved outdoor area adjoining a residence
From this reading The statues of terrace and court gleamed ghostly white in the darkness, and the grim old keep frowned darkly upon them.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading The statues of terrace and court gleamed ghostly white in the darkness, and the grim old keep frowned darkly upon them.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading The statues of terrace and court gleamed ghostly white in the darkness, and the grim old keep frowned darkly upon them.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading ANTHONY BABINGTON It was that darkest hour of the night, the one just before the dawn, that Francis was summoned to attend her father.
wanting in physical strength
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
a Caucasian
From this reading The statues of terrace and court gleamed ghostly white in the darkness, and the grim old keep frowned darkly upon them.
which person or people
From this reading None of the household was stirring save Brooks, an old servitor, who stood at the foot of the steps with the horses.
in the company of; together with
From this reading None of the household was stirring save Brooks, an old servitor, who stood at the foot of the steps with the horses.
an indefinite quantity of something having a specified value
From this reading High purposes and noble resolves flourish in the bright light of day and grow into mightiness in the first hours of the night, but the early dawn chills enthusiasm and makes the inspirations of the night before seem poor and weak and hardly worth an effort.
