1746
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From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
1749
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From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
1756
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From this reading In her latest and soberest writings, the conduct books called "The Wife" and "The Husband" (1756), she frequently yielded to the temptation to turn from dry precept to picturing the foibles of either sex.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
amorousadjectiveUS /ˈæmərəs/
inclined toward or displaying love
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
Bound written or printed works.
From this reading In her latest and soberest writings, the conduct books called "The Wife" and "The Husband" (1756), she frequently yielded to the temptation to turn from dry precept to picturing the foibles of either sex.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading In her latest and soberest writings, the conduct books called "The Wife" and "The Husband" (1756), she frequently yielded to the temptation to turn from dry precept to picturing the foibles of either sex.
a period of 100 years
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
characteristicnounUS /ˌkerəktərˈɪstɪk/
a prominent attribute or aspect of something
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
direct the course of; manage or control
From this reading In her latest and soberest writings, the conduct books called "The Wife" and "The Husband" (1756), she frequently yielded to the temptation to turn from dry precept to picturing the foibles of either sex.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
didacticismnoun
communication that is suitable for or intended to be instructive
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet
From this reading In her latest and soberest writings, the conduct books called "The Wife" and "The Husband" (1756), she frequently yielded to the temptation to turn from dry precept to picturing the foibles of either sex.
dulce
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From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
earlier in time; previously
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
plural of “effort” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
eighteenthadjectiveUS /eɪˈtiːnθ/
coming next after the seventeenth in position
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
one or the other of two
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
Eliza
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From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
Epistles
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From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
ESSAYSnounUS /eˈseɪz/
plural of “essay” — an analytic or interpretive literary composition
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
divisible by two
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
being the sex (of plant or animal) that produces fertilizable gametes (ova) from which offspring develop
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
foiblesnounUS /ˈfɔɪbəlz/
plural of “foible” — a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual
From this reading In her latest and soberest writings, the conduct books called "The Wife" and "The Husband" (1756), she frequently yielded to the temptation to turn from dry precept to picturing the foibles of either sex.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
plural of “form” — the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
many times at short intervals
From this reading In her latest and soberest writings, the conduct books called "The Wife" and "The Husband" (1756), she frequently yielded to the temptation to turn from dry precept to picturing the foibles of either sex.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading In her latest and soberest writings, the conduct books called "The Wife" and "The Husband" (1756), she frequently yielded to the temptation to turn from dry precept to picturing the foibles of either sex.
gallantrynounUS /ˈɡæləntri/
the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)
From this reading Her long training in the school of romance had made gallantry the natural object of Eliza Haywood's thoughts.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Her long training in the school of romance had made gallantry the natural object of Eliza Haywood's thoughts.
Haywood's
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From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
a married man; a woman's partner in marriage
From this reading In her latest and soberest writings, the conduct books called "The Wife" and "The Husband" (1756), she frequently yielded to the temptation to turn from dry precept to picturing the foibles of either sex.
illustratingverbUS /ˈɪləstreɪtɪŋ/
-ing form of “illustrate” — clarify by giving an example of
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
intentnounUS /ˌɪnˈtent/
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
intriguenounUS /ˌɪnˈtriːɡ/
a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
introductionnounUS /ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃən/
the act of beginning something new
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
latestadjectiveUS /ˈleɪtəst/
up to the immediate present; most recent or most up-to-date
From this reading In her latest and soberest writings, the conduct books called "The Wife" and "The Husband" (1756), she frequently yielded to the temptation to turn from dry precept to picturing the foibles of either sex.
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
the literary culture
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
liberaladjectiveUS /ˈlɪbɜːrəl/
showing or characterized by broad-mindedness
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading Her long training in the school of romance had made gallantry the natural object of Eliza Haywood's thoughts.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Her long training in the school of romance had made gallantry the natural object of Eliza Haywood's thoughts.
engage in
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
manifestedverbUS /ˈmænəfestəd/
past form of “manifest” — provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
maturitynounUS /məˈtʃʊrəti/
the period of time in your life after your physical growth has stopped and you are fully developed
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
past form of “mention” — make reference to
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
mingleverbUS /ˈmɪŋɡəl/
to bring or combine together or with something else
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
moraladjectiveUS /ˈmɔːrəl/
concerned with principles of right and wrong or conforming to standards of behavior and character based on those principles
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
used to form the superlative
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading Her long training in the school of romance had made gallantry the natural object of Eliza Haywood's thoughts.
neglectverbUS /nəˈɡlekt/
leave undone or leave out
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
novelsnounUS /ˈnɑːvəlz/
plural of “novel” — an extended fictional work in prose; usually in the form of a story
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading Her long training in the school of romance had made gallantry the natural object of Eliza Haywood's thoughts.
occasionaladjectiveUS /əˈkeɪʒənəl/
occurring from time to time
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
palatableadjectiveUS /ˈpælətəbəl/
acceptable to the taste or mind
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
periodicalnounUS /ˌpɪriˈɑːdɪkəl/
a publication that appears at fixed intervals
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
inflected form of “permit” — consent to, give permission
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
picturingnounUS /ˈpɪktʃərɪŋ/
visual imagery
From this reading In her latest and soberest writings, the conduct books called "The Wife" and "The Husband" (1756), she frequently yielded to the temptation to turn from dry precept to picturing the foibles of either sex.
piousadjectiveUS /ˈpaɪəs/
having or showing or expressing reverence for a deity
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
practicedadjectiveUS /ˈpræktəst/
having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
preceptnounUS /ˈpriːsept/
rule of personal conduct
From this reading In her latest and soberest writings, the conduct books called "The Wife" and "The Husband" (1756), she frequently yielded to the temptation to turn from dry precept to picturing the foibles of either sex.
productionsnounUS /prəˈdʌkʃənz/
plural of “production” — the act or process of producing something
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
on the contrary
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
renownedadjectiveUS /rɪˈnaʊnd/
widely known and esteemed
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
revertverbUS /rɪˈvɜːrt/
go back to a previous state
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
a relationship between two lovers
From this reading Her long training in the school of romance had made gallantry the natural object of Eliza Haywood's thoughts.
romanticadjectiveUS /roʊˈmæntɪk/
belonging to or characteristic of Romanticism or the Romantic Movement in the arts
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
an educational institution
From this reading Her long training in the school of romance had made gallantry the natural object of Eliza Haywood's thoughts.
activities associated with sexual intercourse
From this reading In her latest and soberest writings, the conduct books called "The Wife" and "The Husband" (1756), she frequently yielded to the temptation to turn from dry precept to picturing the foibles of either sex.
any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
soberest
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From this reading In her latest and soberest writings, the conduct books called "The Wife" and "The Husband" (1756), she frequently yielded to the temptation to turn from dry precept to picturing the foibles of either sex.
SpectatornounUS /ˈspekteɪtər/
a close observer; someone who looks at something (such as an exhibition of some kind)
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
plural of “story” — a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
temptationnounUS /temˈteɪʃən/
something that seduces or has the quality to seduce
From this reading In her latest and soberest writings, the conduct books called "The Wife" and "The Husband" (1756), she frequently yielded to the temptation to turn from dry precept to picturing the foibles of either sex.
tendencynounUS /ˈtendənsi/
an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Her long training in the school of romance had made gallantry the natural object of Eliza Haywood's thoughts.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Each of these forms, as practiced during the eighteenth century, permitted the introduction of short romantic stories either for the purpose of illustrating a moral or to make the didacticism more palatable.
trainingnounUS /ˈtreɪnɪŋ/
activity leading to skilled behavior
From this reading Her long training in the school of romance had made gallantry the natural object of Eliza Haywood's thoughts.
tribenounUS /traɪb/
a social division of (usually preliterate) people
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
From this reading In her latest and soberest writings, the conduct books called "The Wife" and "The Husband" (1756), she frequently yielded to the temptation to turn from dry precept to picturing the foibles of either sex.
utileadjective
being of use or service
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
Moral excellence and goodness of character; the highest human attainment in Stoic philosophy.
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
votarynoun
one bound by vows to a religion or life of worship or service
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
a married woman; a man's partner in marriage
From this reading In her latest and soberest writings, the conduct books called "The Wife" and "The Husband" (1756), she frequently yielded to the temptation to turn from dry precept to picturing the foibles of either sex.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Even as a votary of virtue Eliza did not neglect to mingle a liberal portion of _dulce_ with her _utile_; indeed in the first of the productions mentioned she manifested an occasional tendency to revert to the letter of amorous intrigue characteristic of her earlier efforts.
buildings for carrying on industrial labor
From this reading LETTERS AND ESSAYS The works of Mrs. Haywood's maturity most renowned for their pious intent were not of the tribe of novels, but rather in the shape of letters or periodical essays such as "Epistles for the Ladies" (1749) and "The Female Spectator" (1746).
writingsnounUS /ˈraɪtɪŋz/
the third of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures
From this reading In her latest and soberest writings, the conduct books called "The Wife" and "The Husband" (1756), she frequently yielded to the temptation to turn from dry precept to picturing the foibles of either sex.
yieldedverbUS /ˈjiːldɪd/
past form of “yield” — be the cause or source of
From this reading In her latest and soberest writings, the conduct books called "The Wife" and "The Husband" (1756), she frequently yielded to the temptation to turn from dry precept to picturing the foibles of either sex.
