adeterminerUS /ə/
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
aboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
alladjectiveUS /ɔːl/
(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 The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
ANDconjunctionUS /ənd/
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
apartmentnounUS /əˈpɑːrtmənt/
a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house
From this reading But in a remote apartment of the palace a scene of a different nature was, transpiring.
atprepositionUS /æt/
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The old Duke's, heart was full of happiness, for Conrad's handsome person and graceful bearing had won his love at once.
awayadverbUS /əˈweɪ/
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
bearingnounUS /ˈberɪŋ/
relevant relation or interconnection
From this reading The old Duke's, heart was full of happiness, for Conrad's handsome person and graceful bearing had won his love at once.
Brandenburgh
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From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
bravelyadverbUS /ˈbreɪvli/
in a courageous manner
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
brightadjectiveUS /braɪt/
emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
brilliantadjectiveUS /ˈbrɪljənt/
of surpassing excellence
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
ButconjunctionUS /bʌt/
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But in a remote apartment of the palace a scene of a different nature was, transpiring.
ByprepositionUS /baɪ/
showing who or what does the action
From this reading By a window stood the Duke's only child, the Lady Constance.
capitalnounUS /ˈkæpətəl/
assets available for use in the production of further assets
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
chapternounUS /ˈtʃæptər/
a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
childnounUS /tʃaɪld/
a young person of either sex
From this reading By a window stood the Duke's only child, the Lady Constance.
comeverbUS /kʌm/
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
comfortingadjectiveUS /ˈkʌmfərtɪŋ/
providing freedom from worry
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
ConradnounUS /ˈkɑːnræd/
English novelist (born in Poland) noted for sea stories and for his narrative technique (1857-1924)
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
Conrad'snounUS /ˈkɑːnrædz/
possessive form of “conrad” — English novelist (born in Poland) noted for sea stories and for his narrative technique (1857-1924)
From this reading The old Duke's, heart was full of happiness, for Conrad's handsome person and graceful bearing had won his love at once.
ConstancenounUS /ˈkɑːnstəns/
a lake in southeastern Germany on the northern side of the Swiss Alps; forms part of the Rhine River
From this reading By a window stood the Duke's only child, the Lady Constance.
contentmentnounUS /kənˈtentmənt/
happiness with one's situation in life
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
crownnounUS /kraʊn/
the Crown (or the reigning monarch) as the symbol of the power and authority of a monarchy
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
daysnounUS /deɪz/
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
differentadjectiveUS /ˈdɪfərənt/
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree
From this reading But in a remote apartment of the palace a scene of a different nature was, transpiring.
DuchynounUS /ˈdʌtʃi/
the domain controlled by a duke or duchess
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
Duke'snounUS /duːks/
possessive form of “duke” — a British peer of the highest rank
From this reading The old Duke's, heart was full of happiness, for Conrad's handsome person and graceful bearing had won his love at once.
fearsnounUS /fɪrz/
plural of “fear” — an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
feltverbUS /felt/
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
FESTIVITYnounUS /feˈstɪvəti/
any joyous diversion
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
forprepositionUS /fɔːr/
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
fulladjectiveUS /fʊl/
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading The old Duke's, heart was full of happiness, for Conrad's handsome person and graceful bearing had won his love at once.
givingnounUS /ˈɡɪvɪŋ/
the act of giving
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
gracefuladjectiveUS /ˈɡreɪsfəl/
characterized by beauty of movement, style, form, or execution
From this reading The old Duke's, heart was full of happiness, for Conrad's handsome person and graceful bearing had won his love at once.
greatadjectiveUS /ɡreɪt/
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The old Duke's, heart was full of happiness, for Conrad's handsome person and graceful bearing had won his love at once.
hallsnounUS /hɔːlz/
plural of “hall” — an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
handsomeadjectiveUS /ˈhænsəm/
pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion
From this reading The old Duke's, heart was full of happiness, for Conrad's handsome person and graceful bearing had won his love at once.
happinessnounUS /ˈhæpinəs/
state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy
From this reading The old Duke's, heart was full of happiness, for Conrad's handsome person and graceful bearing had won his love at once.
happyadjectiveUS /ˈhæpi/
enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
hepronounUS /hiː/
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
heartnounUS /hɑːrt/
the locus of feelings and intuitions
From this reading The old Duke's, heart was full of happiness, for Conrad's handsome person and graceful bearing had won his love at once.
heirnounUS /er/
A person legally or magically entitled to the property or rank of another on that person's death.
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
hisdeterminerUS /hɪz/
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The old Duke's, heart was full of happiness, for Conrad's handsome person and graceful bearing had won his love at once.
inprepositionUS /ɪn/
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
LadynounUS /ˈleɪdi/
a polite name for any woman
From this reading By a window stood the Duke's only child, the Lady Constance.
lovenounUS /lʌv/
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading The old Duke's, heart was full of happiness, for Conrad's handsome person and graceful bearing had won his love at once.
loyaladjectiveUS /ˈlɔɪəl/
steadfast in allegiance or duty
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
militaryadjectiveUS /ˈmɪləteri/
of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
multitudesnounUS /ˈmʌltətjuːdz/
plural of “multitude” — a large indefinite number
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
naturenounUS /ˈneɪtʃər/
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading But in a remote apartment of the palace a scene of a different nature was, transpiring.
noblesnounUS /ˈnoʊbəlz/
plural of “noble” — a titled peer of the realm
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
noisyadjectiveUS /ˈnɔɪzi/
full of or characterized by loud and nonmusical sounds
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
occurrencesnounUS /əˈkɜːrənsɪz/
plural of “occurrence” — an event that happens
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
ofprepositionUS /ʌv/
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
oldadjectiveUS /oʊld/
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading The old Duke's, heart was full of happiness, for Conrad's handsome person and graceful bearing had won his love at once.
onceadverbUS /wʌns/
on one occasion
From this reading The old Duke's, heart was full of happiness, for Conrad's handsome person and graceful bearing had won his love at once.
onlyadverbUS /ˈoʊnli/
and nothing more
From this reading By a window stood the Duke's only child, the Lady Constance.
pageantrynounUS /ˈpædʒəntri/
a rich and spectacular ceremony
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
palacenounUS /ˈpæləs/
a large and stately mansion
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
passingnounUS /ˈpæsɪŋ/
(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
personnounUS /ˈpɜːrsən/
a human being
From this reading The old Duke's, heart was full of happiness, for Conrad's handsome person and graceful bearing had won his love at once.
placenounUS /pleɪs/
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
rejoicings
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
relatedadjectiveUS /rɪˈleɪtɪd/
being connected either logically or causally or by shared characteristics
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
remoteadjectiveUS /rɪˈmoʊt/
located far away spatially
From this reading But in a remote apartment of the palace a scene of a different nature was, transpiring.
resplendentadjectiveUS /riˈsplendənt/
having great beauty and splendor
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
scenenounUS /siːn/
the place where some action occurs
From this reading But in a remote apartment of the palace a scene of a different nature was, transpiring.
seemverbUS /siːm/
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
SixnounUS /sɪks/
the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
soconjunctionUS /soʊ/
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
sorrowsnounUS /ˈsɑːroʊz/
plural of “sorrow” — an emotion of great sadness associated with loss or bereavement
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
stoodverbUS /stʊd/
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading By a window stood the Duke's only child, the Lady Constance.
TEARSnounUS /terz/
the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds)
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
thatconjunctionUS /ðæt/
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
thedeterminerUS /ðə/
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
thingsnounUS /θɪŋz/
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
throngedadjectiveUS /θrɔːŋd/
filled with great numbers crowded together
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
toparticleUS /tuː/
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
transpiringadjectiveUS /trænˈspaɪərɪŋ/
that is passing through
From this reading But in a remote apartment of the palace a scene of a different nature was, transpiring.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
welcomedverbUS /ˈwelkəmd/
past form of “welcome” — accept gladly
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
whopronounUS /huː/
which person or people
From this reading The great halls of the palace were thronged with nobles, who welcomed Conrad bravely; and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his fears and sorrows passing away and giving place to a comforting contentment.
windownounUS /ˈwɪndoʊ/
a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air
From this reading By a window stood the Duke's only child, the Lady Constance.
withprepositionUS /wɪð/
in the company of; together with
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
wonnounUS /wʌn/
the basic unit of money in South Korea
From this reading The old Duke's, heart was full of happiness, for Conrad's handsome person and graceful bearing had won his love at once.
youngadjectiveUS /jʌŋ/
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading FESTIVITY AND TEARS Six days after the occurrences related in the above chapter, the brilliant capital of the Duchy of Brandenburgh was resplendent with military pageantry, and noisy with the rejoicings of loyal multitudes; for Conrad, the young heir to the crown, was come.
