Chapter V

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

the state of being absent

From this reading There were moments, indeed, when the genial Jared was moved to bewail the absence of Miss Achsah Claghorn, as being the only notable member of the family not present.

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From this reading There were moments, indeed, when the genial Jared was moved to bewail the absence of Miss Achsah Claghorn, as being the only notable member of the family not present.

personal knowledge or information about someone or something

From this reading The philosopher admitted a youthful acquaintance with the lady in question, who was his aunt, and echoed the Professor's eulogy, but evinced resignation.

past form of “act” — perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)

From this reading The various members of the clan acted as if they so believed and were content.

inflected form of “admit” — declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of

From this reading The philosopher admitted a youthful acquaintance with the lady in question, who was his aunt, and echoed the Professor's eulogy, but evinced resignation.

attractiveness

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle

From this reading The philosopher admitted a youthful acquaintance with the lady in question, who was his aunt, and echoed the Professor's eulogy, but evinced resignation.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading There were moments, indeed, when the genial Jared was moved to bewail the absence of Miss Achsah Claghorn, as being the only notable member of the family not present.

past form of “believe” — accept as true; take to be true

From this reading The various members of the clan acted as if they so believed and were content.

regret strongly

From this reading There were moments, indeed, when the genial Jared was moved to bewail the absence of Miss Achsah Claghorn, as being the only notable member of the family not present.

seemingly boundless in amount, number, degree, or especially extent

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The philosopher admitted a youthful acquaintance with the lady in question, who was his aunt, and echoed the Professor's eulogy, but evinced resignation.

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From this reading There were moments, indeed, when the genial Jared was moved to bewail the absence of Miss Achsah Claghorn, as being the only notable member of the family not present.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading THE DIVERSIONS OF THE CLAGHORNS.

group of people related by blood or marriage

From this reading The various members of the clan acted as if they so believed and were content.

according with custom or propriety

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

plural of “component” — an abstract part of something

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

past form of “confess” — confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something

From this reading The various members of the clan acted as if they so believed and were content.

inadequate in amount or degree

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

plural of “diversion” — an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates

From this reading THE DIVERSIONS OF THE CLAGHORNS.

past form of “echo” — to say again or imitate

From this reading The philosopher admitted a youthful acquaintance with the lady in question, who was his aunt, and echoed the Professor's eulogy, but evinced resignation.

the pleasure felt when having a good time

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

a formal expression of praise for someone who has died recently

From this reading The philosopher admitted a youthful acquaintance with the lady in question, who was his aunt, and echoed the Professor's eulogy, but evinced resignation.

past form of “evince” — give expression to

From this reading The philosopher admitted a youthful acquaintance with the lady in question, who was his aunt, and echoed the Professor's eulogy, but evinced resignation.

free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

a social unit living together

From this reading There were moments, indeed, when the genial Jared was moved to bewail the absence of Miss Achsah Claghorn, as being the only notable member of the family not present.

after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

yet to be or coming

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

diffusing warmth and friendliness

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

disposed to please

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

pleasing to the mind or feeling

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

free of deceit

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

A person legally or magically entitled to the property or rank of another on that person's death.

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading The philosopher admitted a youthful acquaintance with the lady in question, who was his aunt, and echoed the Professor's eulogy, but evinced resignation.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

an extemporaneous speech or remark

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading There were moments, indeed, when the genial Jared was moved to bewail the absence of Miss Achsah Claghorn, as being the only notable member of the family not present.

free from evil or guilt

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

past form of “jar” — be incompatible; be or come into conflict

From this reading There were moments, indeed, when the genial Jared was moved to bewail the absence of Miss Achsah Claghorn, as being the only notable member of the family not present.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading The philosopher admitted a youthful acquaintance with the lady in question, who was his aunt, and echoed the Professor's eulogy, but evinced resignation.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

appealing to the emotions as well as the eye

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

plural of “maid” — a female domestic

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

characteristic of maturity

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)

From this reading There were moments, indeed, when the genial Jared was moved to bewail the absence of Miss Achsah Claghorn, as being the only notable member of the family not present.

plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)

From this reading The various members of the clan acted as if they so believed and were content.

Recollections of past events.

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

the force of workers available

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

plural of “million” — the number that is represented as a one followed by 6 zeros

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading There were moments, indeed, when the genial Jared was moved to bewail the absence of Miss Achsah Claghorn, as being the only notable member of the family not present.

plural of “moment” — a particular point in time

From this reading There were moments, indeed, when the genial Jared was moved to bewail the absence of Miss Achsah Claghorn, as being the only notable member of the family not present.

being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion

From this reading There were moments, indeed, when the genial Jared was moved to bewail the absence of Miss Achsah Claghorn, as being the only notable member of the family not present.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

widely known and esteemed

From this reading There were moments, indeed, when the genial Jared was moved to bewail the absence of Miss Achsah Claghorn, as being the only notable member of the family not present.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE DIVERSIONS OF THE CLAGHORNS.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

and nothing more

From this reading There were moments, indeed, when the genial Jared was moved to bewail the absence of Miss Achsah Claghorn, as being the only notable member of the family not present.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

a specialist in philosophy

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

the act of having and controlling property

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

possessive form of “professor” — someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university

From this reading The philosopher admitted a youthful acquaintance with the lady in question, who was his aunt, and echoed the Professor's eulogy, but evinced resignation.

past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading The philosopher admitted a youthful acquaintance with the lady in question, who was his aunt, and echoed the Professor's eulogy, but evinced resignation.

acceptance of despair

From this reading The philosopher admitted a youthful acquaintance with the lady in question, who was his aunt, and echoed the Professor's eulogy, but evinced resignation.

(often used with “pay”) a formal expression of esteem

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

a party of former associates who have come together again

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The various members of the clan acted as if they so believed and were content.

in a striking manner

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading THE DIVERSIONS OF THE CLAGHORNS.

someone who is learned in theology or who speculates about theology

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There were moments, indeed, when the genial Jared was moved to bewail the absence of Miss Achsah Claghorn, as being the only notable member of the family not present.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading The various members of the clan acted as if they so believed and were content.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading There were moments, indeed, when the genial Jared was moved to bewail the absence of Miss Achsah Claghorn, as being the only notable member of the family not present.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity

From this reading The various members of the clan acted as if they so believed and were content.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

the state of being rich and affluent; having a plentiful supply of material goods and money

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

inclined to help or support; not antagonistic or hostile

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading The various members of the clan acted as if they so believed and were content.

at the time that

From this reading There were moments, indeed, when the genial Jared was moved to bewail the absence of Miss Achsah Claghorn, as being the only notable member of the family not present.

which person or people

From this reading The philosopher admitted a youthful acquaintance with the lady in question, who was his aunt, and echoed the Professor's eulogy, but evinced resignation.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

a woman whose husband is dead especially one who has not remarried

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

in the company of; together with

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

but in spite of that

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading A good-humored widow, fair, and if mature, not old, and with the allurement of the possession of boundless wealth; two lovely maids; a brace of well-disposed young men, of whom one was strikingly beautiful and guileless, the other less comely as less innocent, yet in these respects not deficient, and the heir of millions; finally, a genial theologian and a philosopher, summer and Heidelberg--given these components and it must be confessed that the impromptu reunion of the Claghorns promised present enjoyment and gratifying memories for the future.

suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh

From this reading The philosopher admitted a youthful acquaintance with the lady in question, who was his aunt, and echoed the Professor's eulogy, but evinced resignation.