used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
(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 Many were the expressions of sorrow at the terrible fate of Dom Miguel—a man beloved by all who had known him.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading “Let us first wait for more definite information,” counseled the old general, always optimistic.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Many were the expressions of sorrow at the terrible fate of Dom Miguel—a man beloved by all who had known him.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
dearly loved
From this reading Many were the expressions of sorrow at the terrible fate of Dom Miguel—a man beloved by all who had known him.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Many were the expressions of sorrow at the terrible fate of Dom Miguel—a man beloved by all who had known him.
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
conspiracynounUS /kənˈspɪrəsi/
a secret agreement between two or more people to perform an unlawful act
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
counseledverbUS /ˈkaʊnsəld/
past form of “counsel” — give advice to
From this reading “Let us first wait for more definite information,” counseled the old general, always optimistic.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
the event of dying or departure from life
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
definiteadjectiveUS /ˈdefənət/
precise; explicit and clearly defined
From this reading “Let us first wait for more definite information,” counseled the old general, always optimistic.
deliberationsnounUS /dɪˌlɪbərˈeɪʃənz/
plural of “deliberation” — (usually plural) discussion of all sides of a question
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
arising from or marked by despair or loss of hope
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
Dom
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Many were the expressions of sorrow at the terrible fate of Dom Miguel—a man beloved by all who had known him.
the male ruler of an empire
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
expressionsnounUS /ɪkˈspreʃənz/
plural of “expression” — the feelings expressed on a person's face
From this reading Many were the expressions of sorrow at the terrible fate of Dom Miguel—a man beloved by all who had known him.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future
From this reading Many were the expressions of sorrow at the terrible fate of Dom Miguel—a man beloved by all who had known him.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading “Let us first wait for more definite information,” counseled the old general, always optimistic.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
a group of persons together in one place
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
applying to all or most members of a category or group
From this reading “Let us first wait for more definite information,” counseled the old general, always optimistic.
destroyed or killed
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Many were the expressions of sorrow at the terrible fate of Dom Miguel—a man beloved by all who had known him.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Many were the expressions of sorrow at the terrible fate of Dom Miguel—a man beloved by all who had known him.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
of great significance or value
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
deeply or markedly affected or influenced
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
a single distinct event
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
a message received and understood
From this reading “Let us first wait for more definite information,” counseled the old general, always optimistic.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
Izabel
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
juncturenounUS /ˈdʒʌŋktʃər/
an event that occurs at a critical time
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading Many were the expressions of sorrow at the terrible fate of Dom Miguel—a man beloved by all who had known him.
largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
go away from a place
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
Letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading “Let us first wait for more definite information,” counseled the old general, always optimistic.
loyaltynounUS /ˈlɔɪəlti/
the quality of being loyal
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
a woman of refinement
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Many were the expressions of sorrow at the terrible fate of Dom Miguel—a man beloved by all who had known him.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading Many were the expressions of sorrow at the terrible fate of Dom Miguel—a man beloved by all who had known him.
plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
Miguel
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Many were the expressions of sorrow at the terrible fate of Dom Miguel—a man beloved by all who had known him.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
murderernounUS /ˈmɜːrdərər/
a criminal who commits homicide (who performs the unlawful premeditated killing of another human being)
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
mystifyverbUS /ˈmɪstəfaɪ/
be a mystery or bewildering to
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
not any; not one
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading “Let us first wait for more definite information,” counseled the old general, always optimistic.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
and nothing more
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
optimisticadjectiveUS /ˌɑːptəˈmɪstɪk/
expecting the best in this best of all possible worlds
From this reading “Let us first wait for more definite information,” counseled the old general, always optimistic.
possessornounUS /pəˈzesər/
a person who owns something
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
projectedadjectiveUS /prəˈdʒektəd/
extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
on the contrary
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
recordsnounUS /rəˈkɔːrdz/
plural of “record” — anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
RepublicnounUS /riˈpʌblək/
a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
sound loudly and sonorously
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
experiencing or showing sorrow or unhappiness
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
past form of “serve” — serve a purpose, role, or function
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
an emotion of great sadness associated with loss or bereavement
From this reading Many were the expressions of sorrow at the terrible fate of Dom Miguel—a man beloved by all who had known him.
refrain from harming
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
straitsnounUS /streɪts/
a bad or difficult situation or state of affairs
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
subsidesverbUS /səbˈsaɪdz/
third-person singular of “subside” — wear off or die down
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
causing fear or dread or terror
From this reading Many were the expressions of sorrow at the terrible fate of Dom Miguel—a man beloved by all who had known him.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
vengeancenounUS /ˈvendʒəns/
the act of taking revenge (harming someone in retaliation for something harmful that they have done) especially in the next life
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
stay in one place and anticipate or expect something
From this reading “Let us first wait for more definite information,” counseled the old general, always optimistic.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Later that evening there was a large gathering of the important members of the conspiracy, but the result of their deliberations only served to mystify us more than before as to the murderer of Madam Izabel and the possessor of the ring.
waververbUS /ˈweɪvər/
pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness
From this reading The sad incident of his death caused several to waver in their loyalty to the projected Republic, and I was impressed by the fact that at this juncture the Cause seemed to be in rather desperate straits.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Many were the expressions of sorrow at the terrible fate of Dom Miguel—a man beloved by all who had known him.
which person or people
From this reading Many were the expressions of sorrow at the terrible fate of Dom Miguel—a man beloved by all who had known him.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading “If the ring is gone and the records discovered,” said one, “we would best leave the country for a time, until the excitement subsides, for the Emperor will spare no one in his desire for vengeance.”
