used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
(of mail) marked with a destination
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
how long something has existed
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
prior to a specified or implied time
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
in addition
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
answeringadjectiveUS /ˈænsərɪŋ/
replying
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading I had several opportunities of seeing the two young Tsars, as well as the Regent, at this time.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading I had several opportunities of seeing the two young Tsars, as well as the Regent, at this time.
behindprepositionUS /bɪˈhaɪnd/
at or toward the back of something
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
boldlyadverbUS /ˈboʊldli/
with boldness, in a bold manner
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
the two together, not just one
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
a male with the same parents as someone else
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
From this reading For when Ivan was addressed he would flush and hesitate and look as though he must presently burst into tears.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
an occurrence of something
From this reading Then he would glance at his brother, and the child Peter would speak for him, unless indeed the Regent were present, in which case she would reply for both.
plural of “chair” — a seat for one person, with a support for the back
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
a young person of either sex
From this reading Then he would glance at his brother, and the child Peter would speak for him, unless indeed the Regent were present, in which case she would reply for both.
consistedverbUS /kənˈsɪstəd/
past form of “consist” — originate
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
contrastnounUS /ˈkɑːntræst/
the opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
overlaid or spread or topped with or enclosed within something; sometimes used as a combining form
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
defiantadjectiveUS /dɪˈfaɪənt/
boldly resisting authority or an opposing force
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
dominantadjectiveUS /ˈdɑːmənənt/
exercising influence or control
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
increase twofold
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
a person who is older than you are
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
the organ of sight
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
fearlessadjectiveUS /ˈfɪrləs/
oblivious of dangers or perils or calmly resolute in facing them
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
the cardinal number that is the sum of fourteen and one
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
flushnounUS /flʌʃ/
the period of greatest prosperity or productivity
From this reading For when Ivan was addressed he would flush and hesitate and look as though he must presently burst into tears.
the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
-ing form of “gaze” — look at with fixed eyes
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
throw a glance at; take a brief look at
From this reading Then he would glance at his brother, and the child Peter would speak for him, unless indeed the Regent were present, in which case she would reply for both.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading I had several opportunities of seeing the two young Tsars, as well as the Regent, at this time.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
hesitateverbUS /ˈhezəteɪt/
pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness
From this reading For when Ivan was addressed he would flush and hesitate and look as though he must presently burst into tears.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Then he would glance at his brother, and the child Peter would speak for him, unless indeed the Regent were present, in which case she would reply for both.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I had several opportunities of seeing the two young Tsars, as well as the Regent, at this time.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Then he would glance at his brother, and the child Peter would speak for him, unless indeed the Regent were present, in which case she would reply for both.
(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
incredibleadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈkredəbəl/
beyond belief or understanding
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading For when Ivan was addressed he would flush and hesitate and look as though he must presently burst into tears.
Ivan
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From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
a boy or man
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
large gregarious predatory feline of Africa and India having a tawny coat with a shaggy mane in the male
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
past form of “listen” — hear with intention
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading For when Ivan was addressed he would flush and hesitate and look as though he must presently burst into tears.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading For when Ivan was addressed he would flush and hesitate and look as though he must presently burst into tears.
held or filled or in use
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading I had several opportunities of seeing the two young Tsars, as well as the Regent, at this time.
opportunitiesnounUS /ˌɑːpərˈtuːnətiz/
plural of “opportunity” — a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading I had several opportunities of seeing the two young Tsars, as well as the Regent, at this time.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading Then he would glance at his brother, and the child Peter would speak for him, unless indeed the Regent were present, in which case she would reply for both.
in the near future
From this reading For when Ivan was addressed he would flush and hesitate and look as though he must presently burst into tears.
princesnounUS /ˈprɪnsəz/
plural of “prince” — a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign)
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
promptedverbUS /ˈprɑːmptɪd/
past form of “prompt” — give an incentive for action
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
people in general considered as a whole
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
puffyadjectiveUS /ˈpʌfi/
being puffed out; used of hair style or clothing
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
punyadjectiveUS /ˈpjuːni/
inferior in strength or significance
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
plural of “question” — an instance of questioning
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
RegentnounUS /ˈriːdʒənt/
members of a governing board
From this reading I had several opportunities of seeing the two young Tsars, as well as the Regent, at this time.
inflected form of “reply” — react verbally
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation
From this reading Then he would glance at his brother, and the child Peter would speak for him, unless indeed the Regent were present, in which case she would reply for both.
retireverbUS /rɪˈtaɪr/
go into retirement; stop performing one's work or withdraw from one's position
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
a charge of ammunition for a single shot
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
only a very short time before
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
screennounUS /skriːn/
a white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
perception by means of the eyes
From this reading I had several opportunities of seeing the two young Tsars, as well as the Regent, at this time.
being or feeling set or kept apart from others
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading I had several opportunities of seeing the two young Tsars, as well as the Regent, at this time.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Then he would glance at his brother, and the child Peter would speak for him, unless indeed the Regent were present, in which case she would reply for both.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
sickly-looking
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From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
silkenadjectiveUS /ˈsɪlkən/
having a smooth, gleaming surface reflecting light
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
Sophia
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From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
sovereignadjectiveUS /ˈsɑːv.rən/
Possessing supreme or ultimate power; autonomous and commanding.
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
the unlimited expanse in which everything is located
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
express in speech
From this reading Then he would glance at his brother, and the child Peter would speak for him, unless indeed the Regent were present, in which case she would reply for both.
uttered through the medium of speech or characterized by speech; sometimes used in combination
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
great in vertical dimension; high in stature
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
talleradjectiveUS /ˈtɔːlər/
comparative of “tall” — great in vertical dimension; high in stature
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds)
From this reading For when Ivan was addressed he would flush and hesitate and look as though he must presently burst into tears.
the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading I had several opportunities of seeing the two young Tsars, as well as the Regent, at this time.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Then he would glance at his brother, and the child Peter would speak for him, unless indeed the Regent were present, in which case she would reply for both.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading I had several opportunities of seeing the two young Tsars, as well as the Regent, at this time.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading For when Ivan was addressed he would flush and hesitate and look as though he must presently burst into tears.
the chair of state for a monarch, bishop, etc.
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading I had several opportunities of seeing the two young Tsars, as well as the Regent, at this time.
timidadjectiveUS /ˈtɪmɪd/
showing fear and lack of confidence
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
Tsars
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From this reading I had several opportunities of seeing the two young Tsars, as well as the Regent, at this time.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading I had several opportunities of seeing the two young Tsars, as well as the Regent, at this time.
except if; if not
From this reading Then he would glance at his brother, and the child Peter would speak for him, unless indeed the Regent were present, in which case she would reply for both.
unwholesomeadjective
detrimental to physical or moral well-being
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
uprightadjectiveUS /əˈpraɪt/
in a vertical position; not sloping
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
veiledadjectiveUS /veɪld/
having or as if having a veil or concealing cover
From this reading The two princes occupied a double throne, which consisted of two chairs separated by a space of a foot or two, which space was covered or veiled by a silken screen, behind which sat and listened, and sometimes prompted, the Regent Sophia.
precisely as stated
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
weepverbUS /wiːp/
shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading I had several opportunities of seeing the two young Tsars, as well as the Regent, at this time.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
at the time that
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading For when Ivan was addressed he would flush and hesitate and look as though he must presently burst into tears.
a late time of life
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading I had several opportunities of seeing the two young Tsars, as well as the Regent, at this time.
used of the younger of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a son from his father
From this reading The contrast between the elder and younger sovereign was almost incredible--Ivan, the elder, a puny, unwholesome, puffy, sickly-looking lad of some fifteen years, timid and inclined to weep when spoken to, glad to retire from the public eye; Peter, the younger, upright, and very tall for his age--he was scarcely more than ten, indeed, but he was already taller than his brother--fearless, dominant, gazing round with the proud and defiant air of the lion, answering boldly and with dignity both to the questions which were addressed to himself and also those to which Ivan should have replied.
