Chapter X

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

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

giving or marked by complete attention to

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

contrary to your interests or welfare

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading Hitherto all his writings had been brief and desultory, but in contributing to magazines his style had gradually matured itself.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

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

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

feeling or expressive of gratitude

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

plural of “article” — nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication

From this reading His articles on Sir E. B. Lytton's 'Memoir of Laman Blanchard,' his paper on 'Illustrated Children's Books,' his satirical proposal to Mons.

writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

possessive form of “author” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

aerobic rod-shaped spore-producing bacterium; often occurring in chainlike formations; found primarily in soil

From this reading His articles on Sir E. B. Lytton's 'Memoir of Laman Blanchard,' his paper on 'Illustrated Children's Books,' his satirical proposal to Mons.

round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Hitherto all his writings had been brief and desultory, but in contributing to magazines his style had gradually matured itself.

a general name for alcoholic beverages made by fermenting a cereal (or mixture of cereals) flavored with hops

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

earlier than; in front of

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

hard close-grained wood of any of various birch trees; used especially in furniture and interior finishes and plywood

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

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

From this reading His articles on Sir E. B. Lytton's 'Memoir of Laman Blanchard,' his paper on 'Illustrated Children's Books,' his satirical proposal to Mons.

a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

Bound written or printed works.

From this reading His articles on Sir E. B. Lytton's 'Memoir of Laman Blanchard,' his paper on 'Illustrated Children's Books,' his satirical proposal to Mons.

of short duration or distance

From this reading Hitherto all his writings had been brief and desultory, but in contributing to magazines his style had gradually matured itself.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Hitherto all his writings had been brief and desultory, but in contributing to magazines his style had gradually matured itself.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

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

From this reading His articles on Sir E. B. Lytton's 'Memoir of Laman Blanchard,' his paper on 'Illustrated Children's Books,' his satirical proposal to Mons.

A detailed written record of historical events in order. (Sử ký, biên niên sử lịch sử.)

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading The great work, however, which was to stamp the name of Thackeray for ever in the minds of English readers was yet to come.

a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

tending to bring about; being partly responsible for

From this reading Hitherto all his writings had been brief and desultory, but in contributing to magazines his style had gradually matured itself.

disapproval expressed by pointing out faults or shortcomings

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

marked by lack of definite plan or regularity or purpose; jumping from one thing to another

From this reading Hitherto all his writings had been brief and desultory, but in contributing to magazines his style had gradually matured itself.

the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

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

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body

From this reading His articles on Sir E. B. Lytton's 'Memoir of Laman Blanchard,' his paper on 'Illustrated Children's Books,' his satirical proposal to Mons.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

move gently or carefully

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

the capital of Scotland; located in the Lothian Region on the south side of the Firth of Forth

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

an analytic or interpretive literary composition

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

plural of “essay” — an analytic or interpretive literary composition

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

at any time

From this reading The great work, however, which was to stamp the name of Thackeray for ever in the minds of English readers was yet to come.

someone who administers a test to determine your qualifications

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

inflected form of “exemplify” — be characteristic of

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

the feelings expressed on a person's face

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

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

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The great work, however, which was to stamp the name of Thackeray for ever in the minds of English readers was yet to come.

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

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

in a gradual manner

From this reading Hitherto all his writings had been brief and desultory, but in contributing to magazines his style had gradually matured itself.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading The great work, however, which was to stamp the name of Thackeray for ever in the minds of English readers was yet to come.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading Hitherto all his writings had been brief and desultory, but in contributing to magazines his style had gradually matured itself.

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

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

the aggregate of past events

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time

From this reading Hitherto all his writings had been brief and desultory, but in contributing to magazines his style had gradually matured itself.

characterized by enmity or ill will

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading The great work, however, which was to stamp the name of Thackeray for ever in the minds of English readers was yet to come.

past form of “illustrate” — clarify by giving an example of

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

plural of “illustration” — artwork that helps make something clear or attractive

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

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

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

becoming greater or larger

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

plural of “inhabitant” — a person who inhabits a particular place

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading Hitherto all his writings had been brief and desultory, but in contributing to magazines his style had gradually matured itself.

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

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

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

From this reading His articles on Sir E. B. Lytton's 'Memoir of Laman Blanchard,' his paper on 'Illustrated Children's Books,' his satirical proposal to Mons.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

up to the immediate present; most recent or most up-to-date

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

creative writing of recognized artistic value

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

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

From this reading His articles on Sir E. B. Lytton's 'Memoir of Laman Blanchard,' his paper on 'Illustrated Children's Books,' his satirical proposal to Mons.

the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

plural of “magazine” — a periodic publication containing pictures and stories and articles of interest to those who purchase it or subscribe to it

From this reading Hitherto all his writings had been brief and desultory, but in contributing to magazines his style had gradually matured itself.

fully ripe; at the height of bloom

From this reading Hitherto all his writings had been brief and desultory, but in contributing to magazines his style had gradually matured itself.

an account of the author's personal experiences

From this reading His articles on Sir E. B. Lytton's 'Memoir of Laman Blanchard,' his paper on 'Illustrated Children's Books,' his satirical proposal to Mons.

plural of “mind” — that which is responsible for one's thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason

From this reading The great work, however, which was to stamp the name of Thackeray for ever in the minds of English readers was yet to come.

a mound of fatty tissue covering the pubic area in women

From this reading His articles on Sir E. B. Lytton's 'Memoir of Laman Blanchard,' his paper on 'Illustrated Children's Books,' his satirical proposal to Mons.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading The great work, however, which was to stamp the name of Thackeray for ever in the minds of English readers was yet to come.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

plural of “newspaper” — a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

an announcement containing information about an event

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses

From this reading His articles on Sir E. B. Lytton's 'Memoir of Laman Blanchard,' his paper on 'Illustrated Children's Books,' his satirical proposal to Mons.

a thin cylindrical pointed writing implement; a rod of marking substance encased in wood

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

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

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

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

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

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

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

possession of controlling influence

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

past form of “produce” — bring forth or yield

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

something proposed (such as a plan or assumption)

From this reading His articles on Sir E. B. Lytton's 'Memoir of Laman Blanchard,' his paper on 'Illustrated Children's Books,' his satirical proposal to Mons.

plural of “reader” — a person who enjoys reading

From this reading The great work, however, which was to stamp the name of Thackeray for ever in the minds of English readers was yet to come.

(Old Testament) wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

put or confide something in a person or thing

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

the state of being held in high esteem and honor

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

a new appraisal or evaluation

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

United States parapsychologist (1895-1980)

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

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

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

exposing human folly to ridicule

From this reading His articles on Sir E. B. Lytton's 'Memoir of Laman Blanchard,' his paper on 'Illustrated Children's Books,' his satirical proposal to Mons.

third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

sensitivity to emotional feelings (of self and others)

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

term of address for a man

From this reading His articles on Sir E. B. Lytton's 'Memoir of Laman Blanchard,' his paper on 'Illustrated Children's Books,' his satirical proposal to Mons.

plural of “sketch” — preliminary drawing for later elaboration

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

walk heavily

From this reading The great work, however, which was to stamp the name of Thackeray for ever in the minds of English readers was yet to come.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Hitherto all his writings had been brief and desultory, but in contributing to magazines his style had gradually matured itself.

place of worship consisting of an edifice for the worship of a deity

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

English writer (born in India) (1811-1863)

From this reading The great work, however, which was to stamp the name of Thackeray for ever in the minds of English readers was yet to come.

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

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

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

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

move fast, noisily, and heavily

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

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

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

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

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

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

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

feelings of excessive pride

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

plural of “vicissitude” — a variation in circumstances or fortune at different times in your life or in the development of something

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

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

From this reading The great work, however, which was to stamp the name of Thackeray for ever in the minds of English readers was yet to come.

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

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading The great work, however, which was to stamp the name of Thackeray for ever in the minds of English readers was yet to come.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading The great work, however, which was to stamp the name of Thackeray for ever in the minds of English readers was yet to come.

the act of creating written works

From this reading That ease of expression, and that repose which seems so full of power, were never more exemplified than in some of his latest essays in 'Fraser,' before book writing had absorbed all his time.

the third of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'

but in spite of that

From this reading The great work, however, which was to stamp the name of Thackeray for ever in the minds of English readers was yet to come.

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

From this reading Increasing reputation -- Later writings in 'Fraser' -- 'Mrs. Perkins's Ball,' with Thackeray's illustrations -- Early Vicissitudes of 'Pencil Sketches of English Society' -- Thackeray's connection with the Temple -- Appearance of 'Vanity Fair' with the Author's original illustrations -- Appreciative notice in the 'Edinburgh Review' -- The impression produced -- 'Our Street,' with Titmarsh's Pencillings of some of its Inhabitants -- The 'History of Pendennis,' illustrated by the Author -- 'Dr. Birch and his Young Friends,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- 'Rebecca and Rowena' -- The Dignity of Literature and the 'Examiner' and 'Morning Chronicle' newspapers -- Sensitiveness to Hostile Criticism -- The 'Kickleburys on the Rhine,' with illustrations by M. A. Titmarsh -- Adverse bias of the 'Times' newspaper -- Thackeray's reply -- An 'Essay on Thunder and Small Beer.'