used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
accountsnounUS /əˈkaʊnts/
plural of “account” — a record or narrative description of past events
From this reading The two Cabinet Ministers brought back from Manchester different accounts of Quisante's speech and its effects.
a proposal for an appropriate course of action
From this reading ADVICE FROM AUNT MARIA.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The two Cabinet Ministers brought back from Manchester different accounts of Quisante's speech and its effects.
aptadjectiveUS /æpt/
(usually followed by “to”) naturally disposed toward
From this reading Rich in merits, his speeches were nevertheless faulty to a critical ear; the ornate was apt to turn to the gaudy, the dignified to the pompous.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle
From this reading ADVICE FROM AUNT MARIA.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading The two Cabinet Ministers brought back from Manchester different accounts of Quisante's speech and its effects.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
past form of “belong” — be owned by; be in the possession of
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading The two Cabinet Ministers brought back from Manchester different accounts of Quisante's speech and its effects.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
CabinetnounUS /ˈkæbənət/
a piece of furniture resembling a cupboard with doors and shelves and drawers; for storage or display
From this reading The two Cabinet Ministers brought back from Manchester different accounts of Quisante's speech and its effects.
an occurrence of something
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
criticaladjectiveUS /ˈkrɪtɪkəl/
marked by a tendency to find and call attention to errors and flaws
From this reading Rich in merits, his speeches were nevertheless faulty to a critical ear; the ornate was apt to turn to the gaudy, the dignified to the pompous.
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree
From this reading The two Cabinet Ministers brought back from Manchester different accounts of Quisante's speech and its effects.
dignifiedadjectiveUS /ˈdɪɡnəfaɪd/
having or expressing dignity; especially formality or stateliness in bearing or appearance
From this reading Rich in merits, his speeches were nevertheless faulty to a critical ear; the ornate was apt to turn to the gaudy, the dignified to the pompous.
having made preparations
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
divisionnounUS /dɪˈvɪʒən/
an army unit large enough to sustain combat
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium
From this reading Rich in merits, his speeches were nevertheless faulty to a critical ear; the ornate was apt to turn to the gaudy, the dignified to the pompous.
effectsnounUS /ɪˈfekts/
property of a personal character that is portable but not used in business
From this reading The two Cabinet Ministers brought back from Manchester different accounts of Quisante's speech and its effects.
eloquencenounUS /ˈel.ə.kwəns/
Fluent, persuasive, and graceful speaking or writing. (Sự hùng biện, tài ăn nói lưu loát.)
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
either extremity of something that has length
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
a feeling of excitement
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
faultyadjectiveUS /ˈfɔːlti/
having a defect
From this reading Rich in merits, his speeches were nevertheless faulty to a critical ear; the ornate was apt to turn to the gaudy, the dignified to the pompous.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading ADVICE FROM AUNT MARIA.
frothyadjectiveUS /ˈfrɔːθi/
emitting or filled with bubbles as from carbonation or fermentation
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
gangnounUS /ɡæŋ/
an association of criminals
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
gaudyadjectiveUS /ˈɡɔːdi/
tastelessly showy
From this reading Rich in merits, his speeches were nevertheless faulty to a critical ear; the ornate was apt to turn to the gaudy, the dignified to the pompous.
not fake or counterfeit
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
hailedverbUS /heɪld/
past form of “hail” — praise vociferously
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
detected or perceived by the sense of hearing
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Rich in merits, his speeches were nevertheless faulty to a critical ear; the ornate was apt to turn to the gaudy, the dignified to the pompous.
become quiet or still; fall silent
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading The two Cabinet Ministers brought back from Manchester different accounts of Quisante's speech and its effects.
lethargynounUS /ˈleθərdʒi/
a state of comatose torpor (as found in sleeping sickness)
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
ManchesternounUS /ˈmæntʃestər/
largest city in New Hampshire; located in southeastern New Hampshire on the Merrimack river
From this reading The two Cabinet Ministers brought back from Manchester different accounts of Quisante's speech and its effects.
MARIAnounUS /mərˈiːə/
a dark region of considerable extent on the surface of the moon
From this reading ADVICE FROM AUNT MARIA.
meritsnounUS /ˈmerəts/
plural of “merit” — any admirable quality or attribute
From this reading Rich in merits, his speeches were nevertheless faulty to a critical ear; the ornate was apt to turn to the gaudy, the dignified to the pompous.
a person authorized to conduct religious worship
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
MinistersnounUS /ˈmɪnəstərz/
plural of “minister” — a person authorized to conduct religious worship
From this reading The two Cabinet Ministers brought back from Manchester different accounts of Quisante's speech and its effects.
an organization of missionaries in a foreign land sent to carry on religious work
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
in spite of what has just been said
From this reading Rich in merits, his speeches were nevertheless faulty to a critical ear; the ornate was apt to turn to the gaudy, the dignified to the pompous.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
observingadjectiveUS /əbˈzɜːrvɪŋ/
quick to notice; showing quick and keen perception
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The two Cabinet Ministers brought back from Manchester different accounts of Quisante's speech and its effects.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
ornateadjectiveUS /ɔːrˈneɪt/
marked by elaborate rhetoric and elaborated with decorative details
From this reading Rich in merits, his speeches were nevertheless faulty to a critical ear; the ornate was apt to turn to the gaudy, the dignified to the pompous.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
pompousadjectiveUS /ˈpɑːmpəs/
puffed up with vanity
From this reading Rich in merits, his speeches were nevertheless faulty to a critical ear; the ornate was apt to turn to the gaudy, the dignified to the pompous.
prevailverbUS /prɪˈveɪl/
be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
showing intellectual penetration or emotional depth
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
filled with bewilderment
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
Quisante
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From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
Quisante's
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From this reading The two Cabinet Ministers brought back from Manchester different accounts of Quisante's speech and its effects.
rapturousadjectiveUS /ˈræptʃərəs/
feeling great rapture or delight
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
rhetoricnounUS /ˈretərɪk/
using language effectively to please or persuade
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
possessing material wealth
From this reading Rich in merits, his speeches were nevertheless faulty to a critical ear; the ornate was apt to turn to the gaudy, the dignified to the pompous.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
move or cause to move back and forth
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience
From this reading The two Cabinet Ministers brought back from Manchester different accounts of Quisante's speech and its effects.
speechesnounUS /ˈspiːtʃəz/
plural of “speech” — the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience
From this reading Rich in merits, his speeches were nevertheless faulty to a critical ear; the ornate was apt to turn to the gaudy, the dignified to the pompous.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The two Cabinet Ministers brought back from Manchester different accounts of Quisante's speech and its effects.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
From this reading Rich in merits, his speeches were nevertheless faulty to a critical ear; the ornate was apt to turn to the gaudy, the dignified to the pompous.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading The two Cabinet Ministers brought back from Manchester different accounts of Quisante's speech and its effects.
typicaladjectiveUS /ˈtɪpəkəl/
exhibiting the qualities or characteristics that identify a group or kind or category
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
unfavourableadjective
not encouraging or approving or pleasing
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Rich in merits, his speeches were nevertheless faulty to a critical ear; the ornate was apt to turn to the gaudy, the dignified to the pompous.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading This was a typical case of the division of opinion which began to prevail about Quisante, and was not disposed of by observing that the unfavourable Minister belonged to that "old gang" which it was Quisante's mission to shake up or shake out.
in the company of; together with
From this reading One said it was frothy rhetoric heard in puzzled lethargy, the other that it was genuine eloquence received with the hush of profound attention, but hailed at the end with rapturous enthusiasm.
