used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
surrounding, or on every side of, something
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
feeling shame or guilt or embarrassment or remorse
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
assurancesnounUS /əˈʃʊrənsɪz/
plural of “assurance” — freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
From this reading His assurances were not conveyed in words so light that they might mean much or little.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading He at least was true.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
Clarissa
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From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration
From this reading CONCLUSION.
conveyedverbUS /kənˈveɪd/
past form of “convey” — (of information) make known; pass on
From this reading His assurances were not conveyed in words so light that they might mean much or little.
deareradjectiveUS /ˈdɪrər/
comparative of “dear” — dearly loved
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
having finished or arrived at completion
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading With him there was no need of doubt.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
divisible by two
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
at any time
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
set up or found
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He at least was true.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading With him there was no need of doubt.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading His assurances were not conveyed in words so light that they might mean much or little.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading His assurances were not conveyed in words so light that they might mean much or little.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading He at least was true.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading His assurances were not conveyed in words so light that they might mean much or little.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading His assurances were not conveyed in words so light that they might mean much or little.
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
engage in
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
mean or intend to express or convey
From this reading His assurances were not conveyed in words so light that they might mean much or little.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading His assurances were not conveyed in words so light that they might mean much or little.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading His assurances were not conveyed in words so light that they might mean much or little.
a condition requiring relief
From this reading With him there was no need of doubt.
not any; not one
From this reading With him there was no need of doubt.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading His assurances were not conveyed in words so light that they might mean much or little.
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading His assurances were not conveyed in words so light that they might mean much or little.
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
in or at that place or location
From this reading With him there was no need of doubt.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading His assurances were not conveyed in words so light that they might mean much or little.
a special situation
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading He at least was true.
unwillingadjectiveUS /ənˈwɪlɪŋ/
not disposed or inclined toward
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading His assurances were not conveyed in words so light that they might mean much or little.
at the time that
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
in the company of; together with
From this reading With him there was no need of doubt.
the words that are spoken
From this reading His assurances were not conveyed in words so light that they might mean much or little.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Clarissa had found it hard to change the object of her love, so hard, that for a time she had been unwilling even to make the effort;--and she had been ashamed that those around her should think that she would make it; but when the thing was done, her second hero was dearer to her than ever had been the first.
