used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
addsnounUS /ædz/
plural of “add” — a condition (mostly in boys) characterized by behavioral and learning disorders
From this reading He alters and adds quite as much as he gets.
altersverbUS /ˈɔːltərz/
third-person singular of “alter” — cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading He alters and adds quite as much as he gets.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading He alters and adds quite as much as he gets.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading He alters and adds quite as much as he gets.
a distinct feature or element in a problem
From this reading But this is not the only or the most important aspect of the case.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But this is not the only or the most important aspect of the case.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
an occurrence of something
From this reading But this is not the only or the most important aspect of the case.
Cassiusnoun
prime mover in the conspiracy against Julius Caesar (died in 42 BC)
From this reading And it is very interesting to observe the instinctive skill with which he throws narrated episodes, like that of the death of Cassius, into the form of dialogues and scenes.
a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
consummateverbUS /ˈkɑːnsəmət/
fulfill sexually
From this reading No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
the event of dying or departure from life
From this reading And it is very interesting to observe the instinctive skill with which he throws narrated episodes, like that of the death of Cassius, into the form of dialogues and scenes.
dependencenounUS /dɪˈpendəns/
the state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something else
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
dialoguesnounUS /ˈdaɪəlɔːɡz/
plural of “dialogue” — a conversation between two persons
From this reading And it is very interesting to observe the instinctive skill with which he throws narrated episodes, like that of the death of Cassius, into the form of dialogues and scenes.
dramaticadjectiveUS /drəˈmætɪk/
suitable to or characteristic of drama
From this reading No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
dramatiser
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From this reading No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
episodesnounUS /ˈepəsoʊdz/
plural of “episode” — a happening that is distinctive in a series of related events
From this reading And it is very interesting to observe the instinctive skill with which he throws narrated episodes, like that of the death of Cassius, into the form of dialogues and scenes.
exaggerateverbUS /ɪɡˈzædʒəreɪt/
to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
examplesnounUS /ɪɡˈzæmpəlz/
plural of “example” — an item of information that is typical of a class or group
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading And it is very interesting to observe the instinctive skill with which he throws narrated episodes, like that of the death of Cassius, into the form of dialogues and scenes.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
plural of “get” — a return on a shot that seemed impossible to reach and would normally have resulted in a point for the opponent
From this reading He alters and adds quite as much as he gets.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He alters and adds quite as much as he gets.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
impliedverbUS /ˌɪmˈplaɪd/
inflected form of “imply” — express or state indirectly
From this reading No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
of great significance or value
From this reading But this is not the only or the most important aspect of the case.
not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
instinctiveadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈstɪŋktɪv/
unthinking; prompted by (or as if by) instinct
From this reading And it is very interesting to observe the instinctive skill with which he throws narrated episodes, like that of the death of Cassius, into the form of dialogues and scenes.
arousing or holding the attention
From this reading And it is very interesting to observe the instinctive skill with which he throws narrated episodes, like that of the death of Cassius, into the form of dialogues and scenes.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading And it is very interesting to observe the instinctive skill with which he throws narrated episodes, like that of the death of Cassius, into the form of dialogues and scenes.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
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 No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading And it is very interesting to observe the instinctive skill with which he throws narrated episodes, like that of the death of Cassius, into the form of dialogues and scenes.
concerned with worldly rather than spiritual interests
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
being nothing more than specified
From this reading No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
modificationnounUS /ˌmɑːdəfəˈkeɪʃən/
the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment)
From this reading No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
used to form the superlative
From this reading But this is not the only or the most important aspect of the case.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading He alters and adds quite as much as he gets.
narratedverbUS /ˈnereɪtɪd/
past form of “narrate” — provide commentary for a film, for example
From this reading And it is very interesting to observe the instinctive skill with which he throws narrated episodes, like that of the death of Cassius, into the form of dialogues and scenes.
not any; not one
From this reading No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading But this is not the only or the most important aspect of the case.
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
From this reading And it is very interesting to observe the instinctive skill with which he throws narrated episodes, like that of the death of Cassius, into the form of dialogues and scenes.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
and nothing more
From this reading But this is not the only or the most important aspect of the case.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading But this is not the only or the most important aspect of the case.
playwrightnounUS /ˈpleɪraɪt/
someone who writes plays
From this reading No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
Plutarchnoun
Greek biographer who wrote Parallel Lives (46?-120 AD)
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
just preceding something else in time or order
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading He alters and adds quite as much as he gets.
reductionnounUS /rəˈdʌkʃən/
the act of decreasing or reducing something
From this reading No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
plural of “scene” — the place where some action occurs
From this reading And it is very interesting to observe the instinctive skill with which he throws narrated episodes, like that of the death of Cassius, into the form of dialogues and scenes.
serve a purpose, role, or function
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
ShakespearenounUS /ˈʃeɪkspiːr/
English poet and dramatist considered one of the greatest English writers (1564-1616)
From this reading No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
SHAKESPEARE'SnounUS /ˈʃeɪkspiːrz/
possessive form of “shakespeare” — English poet and dramatist considered one of the greatest English writers (1564-1616)
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
From this reading No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
an ability that has been acquired by training
From this reading And it is very interesting to observe the instinctive skill with which he throws narrated episodes, like that of the death of Cassius, into the form of dialogues and scenes.
a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval)
From this reading No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
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 No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading But this is not the only or the most important aspect of the case.
throwsnounUS /θroʊz/
plural of “throw” — the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist)
From this reading And it is very interesting to observe the instinctive skill with which he throws narrated episodes, like that of the death of Cassius, into the form of dialogues and scenes.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
TRANSMUTATIONnoun
an act that changes the form or character or substance of something
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
precisely as stated
From this reading And it is very interesting to observe the instinctive skill with which he throws narrated episodes, like that of the death of Cassius, into the form of dialogues and scenes.
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading SHAKESPEARE’S TRANSMUTATION OF HIS MATERIAL The examples given in the previous chapter may serve to show that from one point of view it is impossible to exaggerate Shakespeare’s dependence on Plutarch.
at the time that
From this reading No slight modification of the story is implied by its mere reduction to dramatic shape, at least when the dramatiser is so consummate a playwright as Shakespeare.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading And it is very interesting to observe the instinctive skill with which he throws narrated episodes, like that of the death of Cassius, into the form of dialogues and scenes.
in the company of; together with
From this reading And it is very interesting to observe the instinctive skill with which he throws narrated episodes, like that of the death of Cassius, into the form of dialogues and scenes.
