used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading The duke, Sir Ambrose, the rival candidates, and the opposition lords, were all in London.
allottedadjectiveUS /əˈlɑːtɪd/
given as a task
From this reading Exulting in her expected triumph, and confident of success, Rosabella sate in the splendid _boudoir_ allotted to her use in Lord Gustavus's house, musing on her hoped-for grandeur.
in addition
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
AmbrosenounUS /ˈæmbroʊz/
(Roman Catholic Church) Roman priest who became bishop of Milan
From this reading The duke, Sir Ambrose, the rival candidates, and the opposition lords, were all in London.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The duke, Sir Ambrose, the rival candidates, and the opposition lords, were all in London.
past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
past form of “approach” — move towards
From this reading The day of election now rapidly approached.
past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading A large mirror was opposite to her; and as Rosabella saw her own fine figure reflected in it, joy sparkled in her eyes, and her mind wandered enraptured through scenes of future glory.
assembledverbUS /əˈsembəld/
past form of “assemble” — create by putting components or members together
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
boudoirnounUS /ˈbuːdɔɪr/
a lady's bedroom or private sitting room
From this reading Exulting in her expected triumph, and confident of success, Rosabella sate in the splendid _boudoir_ allotted to her use in Lord Gustavus's house, musing on her hoped-for grandeur.
candidatesnounUS /ˈkændədeɪts/
plural of “candidate” — a politician who is running for public office
From this reading The duke, Sir Ambrose, the rival candidates, and the opposition lords, were all in London.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
confidentadjectiveUS /ˈkɑːnfədənt/
having or marked by confidence or assurance
From this reading Exulting in her expected triumph, and confident of success, Rosabella sate in the splendid _boudoir_ allotted to her use in Lord Gustavus's house, musing on her hoped-for grandeur.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading The day of election now rapidly approached.
decisiveadjectiveUS /dɪˈsaɪsɪv/
determining or having the power to determine an outcome
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
declareverbUS /dɪˈkler/
state emphatically and authoritatively
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
deputiesnounUS /ˈdepjətiz/
plural of “deputy” — someone authorized to exercise the powers of sheriff in emergencies
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
a British peer of the highest rank
From this reading The duke, Sir Ambrose, the rival candidates, and the opposition lords, were all in London.
electionnounUS /ɪˈlekʃən/
a vote to select the winner of a position or political office
From this reading The day of election now rapidly approached.
enrapturedadjectiveUS /enˈræptʃərd/
feeling great rapture or delight
From this reading A large mirror was opposite to her; and as Rosabella saw her own fine figure reflected in it, joy sparkled in her eyes, and her mind wandered enraptured through scenes of future glory.
considered likely or probable to happen or arrive
From this reading Exulting in her expected triumph, and confident of success, Rosabella sate in the splendid _boudoir_ allotted to her use in Lord Gustavus's house, musing on her hoped-for grandeur.
ExultingadjectiveUS /ɪɡˈzʌltɪŋ/
joyful and proud especially because of triumph or success
From this reading Exulting in her expected triumph, and confident of success, Rosabella sate in the splendid _boudoir_ allotted to her use in Lord Gustavus's house, musing on her hoped-for grandeur.
opinion or judgment
From this reading A large mirror was opposite to her; and as Rosabella saw her own fine figure reflected in it, joy sparkled in her eyes, and her mind wandered enraptured through scenes of future glory.
a feeling of favorable regard
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
From this reading A large mirror was opposite to her; and as Rosabella saw her own fine figure reflected in it, joy sparkled in her eyes, and her mind wandered enraptured through scenes of future glory.
being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading A large mirror was opposite to her; and as Rosabella saw her own fine figure reflected in it, joy sparkled in her eyes, and her mind wandered enraptured through scenes of future glory.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
forbiddenadjectiveUS /fərˈbɪd.ən/
Not allowed; banned or prohibited by rule or law.
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
yet to be or coming
From this reading A large mirror was opposite to her; and as Rosabella saw her own fine figure reflected in it, joy sparkled in her eyes, and her mind wandered enraptured through scenes of future glory.
a state of high honor
From this reading A large mirror was opposite to her; and as Rosabella saw her own fine figure reflected in it, joy sparkled in her eyes, and her mind wandered enraptured through scenes of future glory.
grandeurnounUS /ɡrænˈduːr/
the quality of being magnificent or splendid or grand
From this reading Exulting in her expected triumph, and confident of success, Rosabella sate in the splendid _boudoir_ allotted to her use in Lord Gustavus's house, musing on her hoped-for grandeur.
Gustavus's
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From this reading Exulting in her expected triumph, and confident of success, Rosabella sate in the splendid _boudoir_ allotted to her use in Lord Gustavus's house, musing on her hoped-for grandeur.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
hoped-foradjective
expected hopefully
From this reading Exulting in her expected triumph, and confident of success, Rosabella sate in the splendid _boudoir_ allotted to her use in Lord Gustavus's house, musing on her hoped-for grandeur.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading Exulting in her expected triumph, and confident of success, Rosabella sate in the splendid _boudoir_ allotted to her use in Lord Gustavus's house, musing on her hoped-for grandeur.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The duke, Sir Ambrose, the rival candidates, and the opposition lords, were all in London.
resulting from one's intentions
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
the emotion of great happiness
From this reading A large mirror was opposite to her; and as Rosabella saw her own fine figure reflected in it, joy sparkled in her eyes, and her mind wandered enraptured through scenes of future glory.
largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading A large mirror was opposite to her; and as Rosabella saw her own fine figure reflected in it, joy sparkled in her eyes, and her mind wandered enraptured through scenes of future glory.
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center
From this reading The duke, Sir Ambrose, the rival candidates, and the opposition lords, were all in London.
terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God
From this reading Exulting in her expected triumph, and confident of success, Rosabella sate in the splendid _boudoir_ allotted to her use in Lord Gustavus's house, musing on her hoped-for grandeur.
lordsnounUS /lɔːrdz/
plural of “lord” — terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God
From this reading The duke, Sir Ambrose, the rival candidates, and the opposition lords, were all in London.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading A large mirror was opposite to her; and as Rosabella saw her own fine figure reflected in it, joy sparkled in her eyes, and her mind wandered enraptured through scenes of future glory.
mirrornounUS /ˈmɪrər/
polished surface that forms images by reflecting light
From this reading A large mirror was opposite to her; and as Rosabella saw her own fine figure reflected in it, joy sparkled in her eyes, and her mind wandered enraptured through scenes of future glory.
a particular point in time
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
musingnounUS /ˈmjuːzɪŋ/
a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
From this reading Exulting in her expected triumph, and confident of success, Rosabella sate in the splendid _boudoir_ allotted to her use in Lord Gustavus's house, musing on her hoped-for grandeur.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading The day of election now rapidly approached.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The day of election now rapidly approached.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Exulting in her expected triumph, and confident of success, Rosabella sate in the splendid _boudoir_ allotted to her use in Lord Gustavus's house, musing on her hoped-for grandeur.
being directly across from each other; facing
From this reading A large mirror was opposite to her; and as Rosabella saw her own fine figure reflected in it, joy sparkled in her eyes, and her mind wandered enraptured through scenes of future glory.
oppositionnounUS /ˌɑːpəˈzɪʃən/
the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with
From this reading The duke, Sir Ambrose, the rival candidates, and the opposition lords, were all in London.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading A large mirror was opposite to her; and as Rosabella saw her own fine figure reflected in it, joy sparkled in her eyes, and her mind wandered enraptured through scenes of future glory.
regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
publiclyadverbUS /ˈpʌblɪkli/
in a manner accessible to or observable by the public; openly
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
with speed
From this reading The day of election now rapidly approached.
(especially of incident sound or light) bent or sent back
From this reading A large mirror was opposite to her; and as Rosabella saw her own fine figure reflected in it, joy sparkled in her eyes, and her mind wandered enraptured through scenes of future glory.
rivalverbUS /ˈraɪvəl/
be equal to in quality or ability
From this reading The duke, Sir Ambrose, the rival candidates, and the opposition lords, were all in London.
Rosabella
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From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
sateverbUS /seɪt/
fill to satisfaction
From this reading Exulting in her expected triumph, and confident of success, Rosabella sate in the splendid _boudoir_ allotted to her use in Lord Gustavus's house, musing on her hoped-for grandeur.
cut with a saw
From this reading A large mirror was opposite to her; and as Rosabella saw her own fine figure reflected in it, joy sparkled in her eyes, and her mind wandered enraptured through scenes of future glory.
only a very short time before
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
plural of “scene” — the place where some action occurs
From this reading A large mirror was opposite to her; and as Rosabella saw her own fine figure reflected in it, joy sparkled in her eyes, and her mind wandered enraptured through scenes of future glory.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
term of address for a man
From this reading The duke, Sir Ambrose, the rival candidates, and the opposition lords, were all in London.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
sparkledverbUS /ˈspɑːrkəld/
past form of “sparkle” — reflect brightly
From this reading A large mirror was opposite to her; and as Rosabella saw her own fine figure reflected in it, joy sparkled in her eyes, and her mind wandered enraptured through scenes of future glory.
having great beauty and splendor
From this reading Exulting in her expected triumph, and confident of success, Rosabella sate in the splendid _boudoir_ allotted to her use in Lord Gustavus's house, musing on her hoped-for grandeur.
with strength or in a strong manner
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose
From this reading Exulting in her expected triumph, and confident of success, Rosabella sate in the splendid _boudoir_ allotted to her use in Lord Gustavus's house, musing on her hoped-for grandeur.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The day of election now rapidly approached.
in or at that place or location
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading A large mirror was opposite to her; and as Rosabella saw her own fine figure reflected in it, joy sparkled in her eyes, and her mind wandered enraptured through scenes of future glory.
up to a particular time
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
a successful ending of a struggle or contest
From this reading Exulting in her expected triumph, and confident of success, Rosabella sate in the splendid _boudoir_ allotted to her use in Lord Gustavus's house, musing on her hoped-for grandeur.
the act of using
From this reading Exulting in her expected triumph, and confident of success, Rosabella sate in the splendid _boudoir_ allotted to her use in Lord Gustavus's house, musing on her hoped-for grandeur.
votenounUS /voʊt/
a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
past form of “wander” — move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
From this reading A large mirror was opposite to her; and as Rosabella saw her own fine figure reflected in it, joy sparkled in her eyes, and her mind wandered enraptured through scenes of future glory.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The duke, Sir Ambrose, the rival candidates, and the opposition lords, were all in London.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
but in spite of that
From this reading The deputies were also assembled; and though it was forbidden to declare publicly for whom they intended to vote, till the decisive moment arrived; yet the popular feeling seemed so strongly in favour of Rosabella, that there appeared scarcely a chance for her rival.
