aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
tending to become more severe or wider in scope
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
(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 Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
surrounded by; in the company of
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
associationnounUS /əˌsoʊsiˈeɪʃən/
a formal organization of people or groups of people
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading AUTHOR OF "THE INNER DOOR," ETC.
beliefsnounUS /bɪˈliːfs/
plural of “belief” — any cognitive content held as true
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
ClarknounUS /klɑːrk/
United States explorer who (with Meriwether Lewis) led an expedition from St. Louis to the mouth of the Columbia River; Clark was responsible for making maps of the area (1770-1838)
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
communicableadjectiveUS /kəˈmjuːnəkəbəl/
(of disease) capable of being transmitted by infection
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
-ing form of “do” — engage in
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading AUTHOR OF "THE INNER DOOR," ETC.
a feeling of excitement
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
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From this reading AUTHOR OF "THE INNER DOOR," ETC.
a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny
From this reading It was too obvious that his primary faith was in himself.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
FishernounUS /ˈfɪʃər/
someone whose occupation is catching fish
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
followersnounUS /ˈfɑːloʊərz/
a group of followers or enthusiasts
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading It was too obvious that his primary faith was in himself.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading It was too obvious that his primary faith was in himself.
infusedverbUS /ˌɪnˈfjuːzd/
past form of “infuse” — teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
located inward
From this reading AUTHOR OF "THE INNER DOOR," ETC.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was too obvious that his primary faith was in himself.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
set down according to a plan
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
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 Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
not any; not one
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
and not; used after a negative to add a second negative
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
obviousadjectiveUS /ˈɑːbviəs/
easily perceived by the senses or grasped by the mind
From this reading It was too obvious that his primary faith was in himself.
occurverbUS /əˈkɜːr/
come to pass
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading AUTHOR OF "THE INNER DOOR," ETC.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
a judge of a probate court
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
primaryadjectiveUS /ˈpraɪmeri/
of first rank or importance or value; direct and immediate rather than secondary
From this reading It was too obvious that his primary faith was in himself.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
remarkablyadverbUS /rɪˈmɑːrkəbli/
to a remarkable degree or extent
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
responsibilitynounUS /riˌspɑːnsəˈbɪləti/
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
United States parliamentary authority and author (in 1876) of Robert's Rules of Order (1837-1923)
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
supremeadjectiveUS /səˈpriːm/
final or last in your life or progress
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It was too obvious that his primary faith was in himself.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading AUTHOR OF "THE INNER DOOR," ETC.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading It was too obvious that his primary faith was in himself.
unremittingadjectiveUS /ˌʌnrɪˈmɪtɪŋ/
uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
which person or people
From this reading Amongst the few who knew Robert Fisher Clark at all well, for there were not many of them, there was no question as to his beliefs.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Nor is it known whether, at any time, he gave any thought or study to the character of those with whom, in the course of his remarkably active life, he came into association.
zealnounUS /ziːl/
a feeling of strong eagerness (usually in favor of a person or cause)
From this reading Always it appeared that there was laid upon him the responsibility of doing things which did not occur to the ordinary man, and he went about them with such supreme confidence and unremitting enthusiasm that he infused into his followers much of his communicable zeal.
