used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading “There's still great need for some one who will be able to influence Colman in that respect,” said Goldsmith.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading He was seated by her side at dinner, and he was glad to find that there was upon her no trace of the mysterious mood that had spoiled his pleasure at the Pantheon.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
a woman who has recently been married
From this reading Goldsmith was delighted to find that the Jessamy Bride seemed free from care.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading He was seated by her side at dinner, and he was glad to find that there was upon her no trace of the mysterious mood that had spoiled his pleasure at the Pantheon.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading Goldsmith was delighted to find that the Jessamy Bride seemed free from care.
Colman
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
ComedynounUS /ˈkɑːmədi/
light and humorous drama with a happy ending
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
greatly pleased
From this reading Goldsmith was delighted to find that the Jessamy Bride seemed free from care.
an urgent or peremptory request
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday
From this reading He was seated by her side at dinner, and he was glad to find that there was upon her no trace of the mysterious mood that had spoiled his pleasure at the Pantheon.
at any time
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading Goldsmith was delighted to find that the Jessamy Bride seemed free from care.
finestadjectiveUS /ˈfaɪnəst/
superlative of “fine” — being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading “There's still great need for some one who will be able to influence Colman in that respect,” said Goldsmith.
set up or found
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
grant freedom to; free from confinement
From this reading Goldsmith was delighted to find that the Jessamy Bride seemed free from care.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Goldsmith was delighted to find that the Jessamy Bride seemed free from care.
showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy
From this reading He was seated by her side at dinner, and he was glad to find that there was upon her no trace of the mysterious mood that had spoiled his pleasure at the Pantheon.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
GoldsmithnounUS /ˈɡoʊldsmɪθ/
an artisan who makes jewelry and other objects out of gold
From this reading Goldsmith was delighted to find that the Jessamy Bride seemed free from care.
destroyed or killed
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading “There's still great need for some one who will be able to influence Colman in that respect,” said Goldsmith.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
perceive (sound) via the auditory sense
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
detected or perceived by the sense of hearing
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading He was seated by her side at dinner, and he was glad to find that there was upon her no trace of the mysterious mood that had spoiled his pleasure at the Pantheon.
of the present time and place
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
induceverbUS /ˌɪnˈduːs/
cause to arise
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc
From this reading “There's still great need for some one who will be able to influence Colman in that respect,” said Goldsmith.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
Jessamy
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Goldsmith was delighted to find that the Jessamy Bride seemed free from care.
become part of; become a member of a group or organization
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
in order that something should not happen
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
managernounUS /ˈmænədʒər/
someone who controls resources and expenditures
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
full of or showing high-spirited merriment
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
of an obscure nature
From this reading He was seated by her side at dinner, and he was glad to find that there was upon her no trace of the mysterious mood that had spoiled his pleasure at the Pantheon.
a condition requiring relief
From this reading “There's still great need for some one who will be able to influence Colman in that respect,” said Goldsmith.
not any; not one
From this reading He was seated by her side at dinner, and he was glad to find that there was upon her no trace of the mysterious mood that had spoiled his pleasure at the Pantheon.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading He was seated by her side at dinner, and he was glad to find that there was upon her no trace of the mysterious mood that had spoiled his pleasure at the Pantheon.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading “There's still great need for some one who will be able to influence Colman in that respect,” said Goldsmith.
PantheonnounUS /ˈpænθiɑːn/
all the gods of a religion
From this reading He was seated by her side at dinner, and he was glad to find that there was upon her no trace of the mysterious mood that had spoiled his pleasure at the Pantheon.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
a separate part of a whole
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
playhousenounUS /ˈpleɪhaʊs/
plaything consisting of a small model of a house that children can play inside of
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience
From this reading He was seated by her side at dinner, and he was glad to find that there was upon her no trace of the mysterious mood that had spoiled his pleasure at the Pantheon.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
productionnounUS /prəˈdʌkʃən/
the act or process of producing something
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
determined
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading “There's still great need for some one who will be able to influence Colman in that respect,” said Goldsmith.
ReynoldsnounUS /ˈrenəldz/
English portrait painter and first president of the Royal Academy (1723-1792)
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
scalenounUS /skeɪl/
an ordered reference standard
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks
From this reading He was seated by her side at dinner, and he was glad to find that there was upon her no trace of the mysterious mood that had spoiled his pleasure at the Pantheon.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Goldsmith was delighted to find that the Jessamy Bride seemed free from care.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading He was seated by her side at dinner, and he was glad to find that there was upon her no trace of the mysterious mood that had spoiled his pleasure at the Pantheon.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading “There's still great need for some one who will be able to influence Colman in that respect,” said Goldsmith.
express in speech
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
spoiledadjectiveUS /spɔɪld/
having the character or disposition harmed by pampering or oversolicitous attention
From this reading He was seated by her side at dinner, and he was glad to find that there was upon her no trace of the mysterious mood that had spoiled his pleasure at the Pantheon.
not in physical motion
From this reading “There's still great need for some one who will be able to influence Colman in that respect,” said Goldsmith.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Goldsmith was delighted to find that the Jessamy Bride seemed free from care.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Goldsmith was delighted to find that the Jessamy Bride seemed free from care.
a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
in or at that place or location
From this reading He was seated by her side at dinner, and he was glad to find that there was upon her no trace of the mysterious mood that had spoiled his pleasure at the Pantheon.
There's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading “There's still great need for some one who will be able to influence Colman in that respect,” said Goldsmith.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Goldsmith was delighted to find that the Jessamy Bride seemed free from care.
in contact with each other or in proximity
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
a just detectable amount
From this reading He was seated by her side at dinner, and he was glad to find that there was upon her no trace of the mysterious mood that had spoiled his pleasure at the Pantheon.
a shaky motion
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
plural of “trouble” — a source of difficulty
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
(usually followed by “to”) not having the necessary means or skill or know-how
From this reading He had gone to Reynolds' in fear and trembling lest he should hear that she was unable to join the party; but now he found her in as merry a mood as he had ever known her to be in.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading He was seated by her side at dinner, and he was glad to find that there was upon her no trace of the mysterious mood that had spoiled his pleasure at the Pantheon.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Goldsmith was delighted to find that the Jessamy Bride seemed free from care.
at the time that
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
which person or people
From this reading “There's still great need for some one who will be able to influence Colman in that respect,” said Goldsmith.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading “There's still great need for some one who will be able to influence Colman in that respect,” said Goldsmith.
withdrawverbUS /wɪðˈdrɔː/
pull back or move away or backward
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading She had, of course, heard of the troubles at the playhouse, and she told him that nothing would induce her ever to speak to Colman, though she said that she and Little Comedy, when they had first heard of the intention of the manager to withdraw the piece, had resolved to go together to the theatre and demand its immediate production on the finest scale possible.
