used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
AboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading Above his head floated a triple bed of sombre clouds, forced along by the impetuous wind.
admiredadjectiveUS /ədˈmaɪərd/
regarded with admiration
From this reading One afternoon, Stein, leaning against an angle of the convent which faced the sea, admired the grand spectacle which the opening of the winter season presented to his view.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
the part of the day between noon and evening
From this reading One afternoon, Stein, leaning against an angle of the convent which faced the sea, admired the grand spectacle which the opening of the winter season presented to his view.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading One afternoon, Stein, leaning against an angle of the convent which faced the sea, admired the grand spectacle which the opening of the winter season presented to his view.
alongprepositionUS /əˈlɔːŋ/
following the length of something from one end toward the other
From this reading Above his head floated a triple bed of sombre clouds, forced along by the impetuous wind.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading One afternoon, Stein, leaning against an angle of the convent which faced the sea, admired the grand spectacle which the opening of the winter season presented to his view.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
anglenounUS /ˈæŋɡəl/
the space between two lines or planes that intersect; the inclination of one line to another; measured in degrees or radians
From this reading One afternoon, Stein, leaning against an angle of the convent which faced the sea, admired the grand spectacle which the opening of the winter season presented to his view.
associatedverbUS /əˈsoʊsieɪtɪd/
past form of “associate” — make a logical or causal connection
From this reading He felt relieved from his former discouragements, and his mind was invigorated; he was cordially resigned to his present existence, and to the men with whom he associated.
being joined in close association
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep
From this reading Above his head floated a triple bed of sombre clouds, forced along by the impetuous wind.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Above his head floated a triple bed of sombre clouds, forced along by the impetuous wind.
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
plural of “cloud” — any collection of particles (e.g., smoke or dust) or gases that is visible
From this reading Above his head floated a triple bed of sombre clouds, forced along by the impetuous wind.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
conventnounUS /ˈkɑːnvənt/
a religious residence especially for nuns
From this reading One afternoon, Stein, leaning against an angle of the convent which faced the sea, admired the grand spectacle which the opening of the winter season presented to his view.
cordiallyadverbUS /ˈkɔːrdʒəli/
in a hearty manner
From this reading He felt relieved from his former discouragements, and his mind was invigorated; he was cordially resigned to his present existence, and to the men with whom he associated.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
represented in words especially with sharpness and detail
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
discouragements
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From this reading He felt relieved from his former discouragements, and his mind was invigorated; he was cordially resigned to his present existence, and to the men with whom he associated.
dweltverbUS /dwelt/
inflected form of “dwell” — think moodily or anxiously about something
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
the state or fact of existing
From this reading He felt relieved from his former discouragements, and his mind was invigorated; he was cordially resigned to his present existence, and to the men with whom he associated.
having a face or facing especially of a specified kind or number; often used in combination
From this reading One afternoon, Stein, leaning against an angle of the convent which faced the sea, admired the grand spectacle which the opening of the winter season presented to his view.
father'snounUS /ˈfɑːðərz/
possessive form of “father” — a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading He felt relieved from his former discouragements, and his mind was invigorated; he was cordially resigned to his present existence, and to the men with whom he associated.
floatedverbUS /ˈfloʊtəd/
past form of “float” — be in motion due to some air or water current
From this reading Above his head floated a triple bed of sombre clouds, forced along by the impetuous wind.
produced by or subjected to forcing
From this reading Above his head floated a triple bed of sombre clouds, forced along by the impetuous wind.
referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several)
From this reading He felt relieved from his former discouragements, and his mind was invigorated; he was cordially resigned to his present existence, and to the men with whom he associated.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading He felt relieved from his former discouragements, and his mind was invigorated; he was cordially resigned to his present existence, and to the men with whom he associated.
willing to give and share unstintingly
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
good-naturedadjective
having an easygoing and cheerful disposition
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope
From this reading One afternoon, Stein, leaning against an angle of the convent which faced the sea, admired the grand spectacle which the opening of the winter season presented to his view.
plural of “habit” — an established custom
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading Above his head floated a triple bed of sombre clouds, forced along by the impetuous wind.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
impetuousadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpetʃwəs/
characterized by undue haste and lack of thought or deliberation
From this reading Above his head floated a triple bed of sombre clouds, forced along by the impetuous wind.
inclinationsnounUS /ˌɪnkləˈneɪʃənz/
plural of “inclination” — an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
invigoratedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈvɪɡəreɪtɪd/
with restored energy
From this reading He felt relieved from his former discouragements, and his mind was invigorated; he was cordially resigned to his present existence, and to the men with whom he associated.
departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal
From this reading One afternoon, Stein, leaning against an angle of the convent which faced the sea, admired the grand spectacle which the opening of the winter season presented to his view.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
Marisalada
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
the force of workers available
From this reading He felt relieved from his former discouragements, and his mind was invigorated; he was cordially resigned to his present existence, and to the men with whom he associated.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading He felt relieved from his former discouragements, and his mind was invigorated; he was cordially resigned to his present existence, and to the men with whom he associated.
modestadjectiveUS /ˈmɑːdəst/
marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading One afternoon, Stein, leaning against an angle of the convent which faced the sea, admired the grand spectacle which the opening of the winter season presented to his view.
an open or empty space in or between things
From this reading One afternoon, Stein, leaning against an angle of the convent which faced the sea, admired the grand spectacle which the opening of the winter season presented to his view.
peacefuladjectiveUS /ˈpiːsfəl/
not disturbed by strife or turmoil or war
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
plural of “person” — a human being
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading He felt relieved from his former discouragements, and his mind was invigorated; he was cordially resigned to his present existence, and to the men with whom he associated.
past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading One afternoon, Stein, leaning against an angle of the convent which faced the sea, admired the grand spectacle which the opening of the winter season presented to his view.
re-established
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
(of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear
From this reading He felt relieved from his former discouragements, and his mind was invigorated; he was cordially resigned to his present existence, and to the men with whom he associated.
resignedverbUS /rɪˈzaɪnd/
past form of “resign” — leave (a job, post, or position) voluntarily
From this reading He felt relieved from his former discouragements, and his mind was invigorated; he was cordially resigned to his present existence, and to the men with whom he associated.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
plural of “scene” — the place where some action occurs
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land
From this reading One afternoon, Stein, leaning against an angle of the convent which faced the sea, admired the grand spectacle which the opening of the winter season presented to his view.
a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field
From this reading One afternoon, Stein, leaning against an angle of the convent which faced the sea, admired the grand spectacle which the opening of the winter season presented to his view.
showing reason or sound judgment
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
sombreadjective
lacking brightness or color; dull
From this reading Above his head floated a triple bed of sombre clouds, forced along by the impetuous wind.
spectaclenounUS /ˈspektəkəl/
something or someone seen (especially a notable or unusual sight)
From this reading One afternoon, Stein, leaning against an angle of the convent which faced the sea, admired the grand spectacle which the opening of the winter season presented to his view.
SteinnounUS /staɪn/
a mug intended for serving beer
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
sympathiesnounUS /ˈsɪmpəθiz/
plural of “sympathy” — an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
tripleverbUS /ˈtrɪpəl/
increase threefold
From this reading Above his head floated a triple bed of sombre clouds, forced along by the impetuous wind.
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading One afternoon, Stein, leaning against an angle of the convent which faced the sea, admired the grand spectacle which the opening of the winter season presented to his view.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading A month after the scenes we have described, Marisalada was more sensible, and did not show the least desire to return to her father’s.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading One afternoon, Stein, leaning against an angle of the convent which faced the sea, admired the grand spectacle which the opening of the winter season presented to his view.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Stein was completely re-established; his good-natured character, his modest inclinations, his natural sympathies, attached him every day more to the peaceful habits of the simple and generous persons among whom he dwelt.
air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure
From this reading Above his head floated a triple bed of sombre clouds, forced along by the impetuous wind.
the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox
From this reading One afternoon, Stein, leaning against an angle of the convent which faced the sea, admired the grand spectacle which the opening of the winter season presented to his view.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He felt relieved from his former discouragements, and his mind was invigorated; he was cordially resigned to his present existence, and to the men with whom he associated.
