used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
additionnounUS /əˈdɪʃən/
a component that is added to something to improve it
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
advancesnounUS /ədˈvænsəz/
plural of “advance” — a movement forward
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
Ah
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From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
any thing at all
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
aughtnounUS /ɔːt/
a quantity of no importance
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
propose a payment
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light
From this reading BLACK MORRIS IS MORE FREE THAN WELCOME.
BlitheadjectiveUS /blaɪð/
lacking or showing a lack of due concern
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
the two together, not just one
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
brainsnounUS /breɪnz/
plural of “brain” — that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
bull-dog
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From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
plural of “case” — an occurrence of something
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
characterized by great determination
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
eageradjectiveUS /ˈiːɡər/
having or showing keen interest or intense desire or impatient expectancy
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
endowedadjectiveUS /enˈdaʊd/
provided or supplied or equipped with (especially as by inheritance or nature)
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
at any time
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
fairestadjectiveUS /ˈferɪst/
superlative of “fair” — free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
to certain extent or degree
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
a feeling of favorable regard
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
a boy or man
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
grant freedom to; free from confinement
From this reading BLACK MORRIS IS MORE FREE THAN WELCOME.
good-lookingadjectiveUS /ˈɡʊdlʊkɪŋ/
pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
perceive (sound) via the auditory sense
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
the locus of feelings and intuitions
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
for this reason
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
the aggregate of past events
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
intensifiedadjectiveUS /ɪnˈtensəfaɪd/
made more intense
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading BLACK MORRIS IS MORE FREE THAN WELCOME.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
incomplete skeleton of female found in eastern Ethiopia in 1974
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
maidensnounUS /ˈmeɪdənz/
plural of “maiden” — an unmarried girl (especially a virgin)
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
engage in
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading BLACK MORRIS IS MORE FREE THAN WELCOME.
MORRISnounUS /ˈmɔːrəs/
United States suffragist in Wyoming (1814-1902)
From this reading BLACK MORRIS IS MORE FREE THAN WELCOME.
NattyadjectiveUS /ˈnæti/
marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
Nestleton
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From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
and nothing more
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
oppositionnounUS /ˌɑːpəˈzɪʃən/
the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
physiquenounUS /fəˈziːk/
constitution of the human body
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
influenced or controlled by a powerful force such as a strong emotion
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
preferencenounUS /ˈprefərəns/
a strong liking
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
interpret something that is written or printed
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
regardsnounUS /rɪˈɡɑːrdz/
plural of “regard” — (usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
repulsedverbUS /riˈpʌlst/
past form of “repulse” — force or drive back
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
an irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
self-willnoun
resolute adherence to your own ideas or desires
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
past form of “serve” — serve a purpose, role, or function
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
Shakspeare
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From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
having a surface free from roughness or bumps or ridges or irregularities
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
sternadjectiveUS /stɜːrn/
of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
strengthenedadjectiveUS /ˈstreŋθənd/
given added strength or support
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
be agreeable or acceptable to
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
tacitadjectiveUS /ˈtæsɪt/
implied by or inferred from actions or statements
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
great in vertical dimension; high in stature
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
tenacitynounUS /təˈnæsɪti/
persistent determination
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading BLACK MORRIS IS MORE FREE THAN WELCOME.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
(of flora or fauna) likely in the near future to become endangered
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
thwartedadjectiveUS /ˈθwɔːrtɪd/
disappointingly unsuccessful
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading “Ah me! for aught that ever I could read, Could ever hear of tale or history, The course of true love never did run smooth.”
uncontrolledadjectiveUS /ˌʌnkənˈtroʊld/
not being under control; out of control
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
undoubtedlyadverbUS /ənˈdaʊtɪdli/
without doubt; certainly
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
ungenial
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From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
a community of people smaller than a town
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
wastrelnoun
someone who dissipates resources self-indulgently
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
Waverdale
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From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
accept gladly
From this reading BLACK MORRIS IS MORE FREE THAN WELCOME.
(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 He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading He was, undoubtedly, a tall and good-looking fellow, well endowed by nature, both as regards physique and brains; hence the village maidens of Nestleton were quite inclined to show him favour, and in some cases to make a tacit bid for his preference.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading He had never known what it was to be fairly thwarted in anything upon which he had set his heart, and in addition to an uncontrolled self-will which threatened to be his ruin, he was possessed of a certain bull-dog tenacity of purpose, which was only strengthened and intensified by opposition.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading _Shakspeare._ The stern and ungenial way in which Blithe Natty had repulsed the advances of Black Morris in the matter of his suit for Lucy had only served to make that young “wastrel” more than ever eager and determined in his pursuit of the fairest prize in Waverdale.
