used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
acknowledgedadjectiveUS /ækˈnɑːlɪdʒd/
recognized or made known or admitted
From this reading She acknowledged shortcomings, but not defeats.
filled with fear or apprehension
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
ARTauxiliary verbUS /ɑːrt/
an old form of “are”, used with “thou”
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
third-person singular of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
BERTHA
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From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
the particular occupation for which you are trained
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading This was the saving clause in her character.
clausenounUS /klɔːz/
(grammar) an expression including a subject and predicate functioning as a part of a complex sentence
From this reading This was the saving clause in her character.
conceptionsnounUS /kənˈsepʃənz/
plural of “conception” — an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
to a great depth psychologically or emotionally
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
defeatsnounUS /dɪˈfiːts/
plural of “defeat” — an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest
From this reading She acknowledged shortcomings, but not defeats.
determinationnounUS /dɪˌtɜːrməˈneɪʃən/
the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
discloseverbUS /dɪˈskloʊz/
make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
discouragingadjectiveUS /dɪˈskɜːrədʒɪŋ/
depriving of confidence or hope or enthusiasm and hence often deterring action
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
engrossedadjectiveUS /ɪnˈɡroʊst/
giving or marked by complete attention to
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
divisible by two
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading She was troubled, too, with a feeling of helplessness in the use of a pen.
Fordyce
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From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
plural of “form” — the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
helplessnessnounUS /ˈhelpləsnəs/
powerlessness revealed by an inability to act
From this reading She was troubled, too, with a feeling of helplessness in the use of a pen.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
the lack of knowledge or education
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
in place of, or as an alternative to
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
evidencing the possession of inside information
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
gain knowledge or skills
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
MossesnounUS /ˈmɔːsəz/
plural of “moss” — tiny leafy-stemmed flowerless plants
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
PATRONnounUS /ˈpeɪtrən/
a regular customer
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
a writing implement with a point from which ink flows
From this reading She was troubled, too, with a feeling of helplessness in the use of a pen.
politeadjectiveUS /pəˈlaɪt/
showing regard for others in manners, speech, behavior, etc.
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
past form of “rouse” — become active
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
savingnounUS /ˈseɪvɪŋ/
an act of economizing; reduction in cost
From this reading This was the saving clause in her character.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading She was troubled, too, with a feeling of helplessness in the use of a pen.
shortcomingsnounUS /ˈʃɔːrtkʌmɪŋz/
plural of “shortcoming” — a failing or deficiency
From this reading She acknowledged shortcomings, but not defeats.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading She was troubled, too, with a feeling of helplessness in the use of a pen.
characterized by or indicative of distress or affliction or danger or need
From this reading She was troubled, too, with a feeling of helplessness in the use of a pen.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
the act of using
From this reading She was troubled, too, with a feeling of helplessness in the use of a pen.
go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
desired or wished for or sought
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading She was troubled, too, with a feeling of helplessness in the use of a pen.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading BERTHA BECOMES A PATRON OF ART Bertha, deeply engrossed in the conceptions called up by this visit, did not feel like calling upon the Mosses, even though they were almost next door.
in the company of; together with
From this reading She was troubled, too, with a feeling of helplessness in the use of a pen.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
produce a literary work
From this reading She wanted to write to Fordyce, but was afraid to do so, knowing that a letter would disclose her ignorance of polite forms; but this, instead of discouraging her, roused her to a determination to learn.
