generally approved or compelling recognition
From this reading The man who had accepted patient endurance as his lot, could scarcely comprehend the profound impression made upon him by the child of his old friend.
the part of the day between noon and evening
From this reading When she returned early in the afternoon, she found him, as Mara had before, reading quietly at one of the parlor windows.
(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 FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
in addition
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
analyzeverbUS /ˈænəlaɪz/
consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
From this reading He had made no effort to analyze his feelings, not dreaming that there was any reason why he should do this.
eagerly desirous
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading He had made no effort to analyze his feelings, not dreaming that there was any reason why he should do this.
arrangementnounUS /ərˈeɪndʒmənt/
the thing arranged or agreed to
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading When she returned early in the afternoon, she found him, as Mara had before, reading quietly at one of the parlor windows.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading When she returned early in the afternoon, she found him, as Mara had before, reading quietly at one of the parlor windows.
Bodines
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The man who had accepted patient endurance as his lot, could scarcely comprehend the profound impression made upon him by the child of his old friend.
a young person of either sex
From this reading The man who had accepted patient endurance as his lot, could scarcely comprehend the profound impression made upon him by the child of his old friend.
comprehendverbUS /ˌkɑːmpriˈhend/
get the meaning of something
From this reading The man who had accepted patient endurance as his lot, could scarcely comprehend the profound impression made upon him by the child of his old friend.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading The man who had accepted patient endurance as his lot, could scarcely comprehend the profound impression made upon him by the child of his old friend.
a female human offspring
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading He had made no effort to analyze his feelings, not dreaming that there was any reason why he should do this.
DRAMASnounUS /ˈdrɑːməz/
plural of “drama” — a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
dreamingnounUS /ˈdriːmɪŋ/
imaginative thoughts indulged in while awake
From this reading He had made no effort to analyze his feelings, not dreaming that there was any reason why he should do this.
earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading When she returned early in the afternoon, she found him, as Mara had before, reading quietly at one of the parlor windows.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading He had made no effort to analyze his feelings, not dreaming that there was any reason why he should do this.
Ella
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From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
endurancenounUS /ˈendərəns/
the power to withstand hardship or stress
From this reading The man who had accepted patient endurance as his lot, could scarcely comprehend the profound impression made upon him by the child of his old friend.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
past form of “explain” — make plain and comprehensible
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
opinion or judgment
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)
From this reading He had made no effort to analyze his feelings, not dreaming that there was any reason why he should do this.
FIRESIDEnounUS /ˈfaɪərsaɪd/
an area near a fireplace (usually paved and extending out into a room)
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
set up or found
From this reading When she returned early in the afternoon, she found him, as Mara had before, reading quietly at one of the parlor windows.
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading The man who had accepted patient endurance as his lot, could scarcely comprehend the profound impression made upon him by the child of his old friend.
to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
not fake or counterfeit
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading When she returned early in the afternoon, she found him, as Mara had before, reading quietly at one of the parlor windows.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading When she returned early in the afternoon, she found him, as Mara had before, reading quietly at one of the parlor windows.
past form of “insist” — be emphatic or resolute and refuse to budge
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
gain knowledge or skills
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
(often followed by “of”) a large number or amount or extent
From this reading The man who had accepted patient endurance as his lot, could scarcely comprehend the profound impression made upon him by the child of his old friend.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading The man who had accepted patient endurance as his lot, could scarcely comprehend the profound impression made upon him by the child of his old friend.
MaranounUS /ˈmɑːrə/
Hindu god of death; opposite of Kama
From this reading When she returned early in the afternoon, she found him, as Mara had before, reading quietly at one of the parlor windows.
Mara's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
not any; not one
From this reading He had made no effort to analyze his feelings, not dreaming that there was any reason why he should do this.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading When she returned early in the afternoon, she found him, as Mara had before, reading quietly at one of the parlor windows.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading The man who had accepted patient endurance as his lot, could scarcely comprehend the profound impression made upon him by the child of his old friend.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading When she returned early in the afternoon, she found him, as Mara had before, reading quietly at one of the parlor windows.
and nothing more
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
overjoyedadjectiveUS /ˌoʊvərˈdʒɔɪd/
extremely joyful
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
parlornounUS /ˈpɑːrlər/
reception room in an inn or club where visitors can be received
From this reading When she returned early in the afternoon, she found him, as Mara had before, reading quietly at one of the parlor windows.
a person who requires medical care
From this reading The man who had accepted patient endurance as his lot, could scarcely comprehend the profound impression made upon him by the child of his old friend.
showing intellectual penetration or emotional depth
From this reading The man who had accepted patient endurance as his lot, could scarcely comprehend the profound impression made upon him by the child of his old friend.
prospectsnounUS /ˈprɑːspekts/
plural of “prospect” — the possibility of future success
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
with low volume
From this reading When she returned early in the afternoon, she found him, as Mara had before, reading quietly at one of the parlor windows.
the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message
From this reading When she returned early in the afternoon, she found him, as Mara had before, reading quietly at one of the parlor windows.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading He had made no effort to analyze his feelings, not dreaming that there was any reason why he should do this.
past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading When she returned early in the afternoon, she found him, as Mara had before, reading quietly at one of the parlor windows.
only a very short time before
From this reading The man who had accepted patient endurance as his lot, could scarcely comprehend the profound impression made upon him by the child of his old friend.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading He had made no effort to analyze his feelings, not dreaming that there was any reason why he should do this.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
spendingnounUS /ˈspendɪŋ/
the act of spending or disbursing money
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
in or at that place or location
From this reading He had made no effort to analyze his feelings, not dreaming that there was any reason why he should do this.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading He had made no effort to analyze his feelings, not dreaming that there was any reason why he should do this.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
know and comprehend the nature or meaning of
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
accept gladly
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
at the time that
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
which person or people
From this reading The man who had accepted patient endurance as his lot, could scarcely comprehend the profound impression made upon him by the child of his old friend.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading FIRESIDE DRAMAS Ella was so overjoyed at her prospects when all had been explained to her, that she insisted on Mara's spending the evening at the Bodines' so that her father might understand the whole arrangement.
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”
From this reading He had made no effort to analyze his feelings, not dreaming that there was any reason why he should do this.
(trademark) an operating system with a graphical user interface
From this reading When she returned early in the afternoon, she found him, as Mara had before, reading quietly at one of the parlor windows.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He looked up with not only glad welcome in his eyes, but also with much genuine interest, for he was anxious to learn what further impression Mara had made upon his daughter.
