1815
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From this reading _PERSUASION_ 1815-1816 So far as we know, Jane went to London in 1815 perfectly sound in health.
1816
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From this reading _PERSUASION_ 1815-1816 So far as we know, Jane went to London in 1815 perfectly sound in health.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
commonly used or practiced; usual
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
ailmentsnounUS /ˈeɪlmənts/
plural of “ailment” — an often persistent bodily disorder or disease; a cause for complaining
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
alasexclamationUS /əˈlæs/
used to show sadness, pity, or regret
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
in addition
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading _PERSUASION_ 1815-1816 So far as we know, Jane went to London in 1815 perfectly sound in health.
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
bodilyadverbUS /ˈbɑːdəli/
in bodily form
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
the two together, not just one
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
a male with the same parents as someone else
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
the particular occupation for which you are trained
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
CassandranounUS /kəˈsændrə/
(Greek mythology) a prophetess in Troy during the Trojan War whose predictions were true but were never believed
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
From this reading These, however, were not the only disquieting circumstances which surrounded her.
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
coincidedverbUS /ˌkoʊənˈsaɪdəd/
past form of “coincide” — go with, fall together
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
combinedadjectiveUS /kəmˈbaɪnd/
made or joined or united into one
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
a state at a particular time
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
continue a certain state, condition, or activity
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
determineverbUS /dəˈtɜːrmən/
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
diminishverbUS /dɪˈmɪnɪʃ/
decrease in size, extent, or range
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
diseasenounUS /dɪˈziːz/
an impairment of health or a condition of abnormal functioning
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
disquietingadjectiveUS /dɪˈskwaɪətɪŋ/
causing mental discomfort
From this reading These, however, were not the only disquieting circumstances which surrounded her.
downwardadjectiveUS /ˈdaʊnwərd/
extending or moving from a higher to a lower place
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
Emma
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From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
enjoymentnounUS /ˌenˈdʒɔɪmənt/
the pleasure felt when having a good time
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
divisible by two
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
at any time
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
exactadjectiveUS /ɪɡˈzækt/
Strictly particular and correct.
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
-ing form of “expect” — regard something as probable or likely
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
the state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading _PERSUASION_ 1815-1816 So far as we know, Jane went to London in 1815 perfectly sound in health.
grant freedom to; free from confinement
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease
From this reading _PERSUASION_ 1815-1816 So far as we know, Jane went to London in 1815 perfectly sound in health.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
superlative of “high” — greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading These, however, were not the only disquieting circumstances which surrounded her.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading _PERSUASION_ 1815-1816 So far as we know, Jane went to London in 1815 perfectly sound in health.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
Jane
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From this reading _PERSUASION_ 1815-1816 So far as we know, Jane went to London in 1815 perfectly sound in health.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading _PERSUASION_ 1815-1816 So far as we know, Jane went to London in 1815 perfectly sound in health.
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center
From this reading _PERSUASION_ 1815-1816 So far as we know, Jane went to London in 1815 perfectly sound in health.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
attach a tag or label to
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
markingnounUS /ˈmɑːrkɪŋ/
a distinguishing symbol
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
muggyadjectiveUS /ˈmʌɡi/
hot or warm and humid
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
not any; not one
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading These, however, were not the only disquieting circumstances which surrounded her.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
and nothing more
From this reading These, however, were not the only disquieting circumstances which surrounded her.
completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers
From this reading _PERSUASION_ 1815-1816 So far as we know, Jane went to London in 1815 perfectly sound in health.
by chance
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
a human being
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
PERSUASIONnounUS /pərˈsweɪʒən/
the act of persuading (or attempting to persuade); communication intended to induce belief or action
From this reading _PERSUASION_ 1815-1816 So far as we know, Jane went to London in 1815 perfectly sound in health.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
by chance
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
praisedverbUS /preɪzd/
past form of “praise” — express approval of
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
with considerable certainty; without much doubt
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
prosperitynounUS /prɑːˈsperəti/
an economic state of growth with rising profits and full employment
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
publicationnounUS /ˌpʌblɪˈkeɪʃən/
a copy of a printed work offered for distribution
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
regardsnounUS /rɪˈɡɑːrdz/
plural of “regard” — (usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
securitynounUS /sɪˈkjʊrəti/
the state of being free from danger or injury
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
seedsnounUS /siːdz/
plural of “seed” — a small hard fruit
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
sick-bed
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From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading _PERSUASION_ 1815-1816 So far as we know, Jane went to London in 1815 perfectly sound in health.
the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause
From this reading _PERSUASION_ 1815-1816 So far as we know, Jane went to London in 1815 perfectly sound in health.
sowverbUS /saʊ/
place (seeds) in or on the ground for future growth
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
any distinct time period in a sequence of events
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
confined on all sides
From this reading These, however, were not the only disquieting circumstances which surrounded her.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading These, however, were not the only disquieting circumstances which surrounded her.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading _PERSUASION_ 1815-1816 So far as we know, Jane went to London in 1815 perfectly sound in health.
unwholesomeadjective
detrimental to physical or moral well-being
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
vigournoun
forceful exertion
From this reading Perhaps the excitement of the publication of _Emma_, and probably the close attention on the sick-bed of her brother which coincided with it--possibly even the muggy weather which she praised so highly--combined to diminish her vigour, and to sow the seeds of a disease, the exact nature of which no one seems ever to have been able to determine.
go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading _PERSUASION_ 1815-1816 So far as we know, Jane went to London in 1815 perfectly sound in health.
the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading _PERSUASION_ 1815-1816 So far as we know, Jane went to London in 1815 perfectly sound in health.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading These, however, were not the only disquieting circumstances which surrounded her.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading But, alas! we must look upon this visit, which seemed to mark the highest point in her modest fame, as marking also a downward stage in her career as regards both prosperity and health.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.
set down in writing in any of various ways
From this reading Her remark to Cassandra on her enjoyment of the muggy, unwholesome weather is written with the security of a person accustomed to be free from bodily ailments, and expecting that condition of things to continue.