used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A FRIENDLY ARGUMENT Mrs. Saumarez did indeed look unwell.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading In very truth this was so; she suffered from a malady far worse than any case of dyspepsia ever diagnosed by doctor.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
appliedadjectiveUS /əˈplaɪd/
concerned with concrete problems or data rather than with fundamental principles
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true
From this reading A FRIENDLY ARGUMENT Mrs. Saumarez did indeed look unwell.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
bloodshotadjective
(of an eye) reddened as a result of locally congested blood vessels; inflamed
From this reading But her cheeks were swollen, her eyes bloodshot, her eyelids puffy and discolored.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But her cheeks were swollen, her eyes bloodshot, her eyelids puffy and discolored.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
a railcar where passengers ride
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
an occurrence of something
From this reading In very truth this was so; she suffered from a malady far worse than any case of dyspepsia ever diagnosed by doctor.
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
plural of “cheek” — either side of the face below the eyes
From this reading But her cheeks were swollen, her eyes bloodshot, her eyelids puffy and discolored.
come or bring to a finish or an end
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
power to direct or determine
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
cosmeticsnounUS /kɑːzˈmetɪks/
plural of “cosmetic” — a toiletry designed to beautify the body
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
diagnosedverbUS /ˌdaɪəɡˈnoʊst/
past form of “diagnose” — determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a diagnostic analysis
From this reading In very truth this was so; she suffered from a malady far worse than any case of dyspepsia ever diagnosed by doctor.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading A FRIENDLY ARGUMENT Mrs. Saumarez did indeed look unwell.
discoloredverbUS /dɪˈskʌlərd/
past form of “discolor” — lose color or turn colorless
From this reading But her cheeks were swollen, her eyes bloodshot, her eyelids puffy and discolored.
a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading In very truth this was so; she suffered from a malady far worse than any case of dyspepsia ever diagnosed by doctor.
owed and payable immediately or on demand
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
dyspepsianoun
a disorder of digestive function characterized by discomfort or heartburn or nausea
From this reading In very truth this was so; she suffered from a malady far worse than any case of dyspepsia ever diagnosed by doctor.
Elmsdale
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From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
at any time
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
the point or degree to which something extends
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
eyelidsnounUS /ˈaɪlɪdz/
plural of “eyelid” — either of two folds of skin that can be moved to cover or open the eye
From this reading But her cheeks were swollen, her eyes bloodshot, her eyelids puffy and discolored.
opinion or judgment
From this reading But her cheeks were swollen, her eyes bloodshot, her eyelids puffy and discolored.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading In very truth this was so; she suffered from a malady far worse than any case of dyspepsia ever diagnosed by doctor.
feebleadjectiveUS /ˈfiːbəl/
pathetically lacking in force or effectiveness
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
forty-eightadjective
being eight more than forty
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
characteristic of or befitting a friend
From this reading A FRIENDLY ARGUMENT Mrs. Saumarez did indeed look unwell.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
gaitnounUS /ɡeɪt/
the rate of moving (especially walking or running)
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
heliotropenounUS /ˈhiːliətroʊp/
green chalcedony with red spots that resemble blood
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
a period of time assigned for work
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
illnessnounUS /ˈɪlnəs/
impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
imposingadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpoʊzɪŋ/
impressive in appearance
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading In very truth this was so; she suffered from a malady far worse than any case of dyspepsia ever diagnosed by doctor.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading A FRIENDLY ARGUMENT Mrs. Saumarez did indeed look unwell.
intentnounUS /ˌɪnˈtent/
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading A FRIENDLY ARGUMENT Mrs. Saumarez did indeed look unwell.
maladynounUS /ˈmælədi/
any unwholesome or desperate condition
From this reading In very truth this was so; she suffered from a malady far worse than any case of dyspepsia ever diagnosed by doctor.
strongly marked; easily noticeable
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading A FRIENDLY ARGUMENT Mrs. Saumarez did indeed look unwell.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
obviouslyadverbUS /ˈɑːbviəsli/
unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
pallornoun
unnatural lack of color in the skin (as from bruising or sickness or emotional distress)
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
the time that has elapsed
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
persuadeverbUS /pərˈsweɪd/
win approval or support for
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
puffyadjectiveUS /ˈpʌfi/
being puffed out; used of hair style or clothing
From this reading But her cheeks were swollen, her eyes bloodshot, her eyelids puffy and discolored.
Saumarez
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A FRIENDLY ARGUMENT Mrs. Saumarez did indeed look unwell.
seclusionnounUS /sɪˈkluːʒən/
the quality of being secluded from the presence or view of others
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
self-possessedadjective
in full control of your faculties
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
simulatedadjectiveUS /ˈsɪmjəleɪtɪd/
not genuine or real; being an imitation of the genuine article
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading In very truth this was so; she suffered from a malady far worse than any case of dyspepsia ever diagnosed by doctor.
an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
past form of “suffer” — undergo or be subjected to
From this reading In very truth this was so; she suffered from a malady far worse than any case of dyspepsia ever diagnosed by doctor.
swollenadjectiveUS /ˈswoʊlən/
characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance
From this reading But her cheeks were swollen, her eyes bloodshot, her eyelids puffy and discolored.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading In very truth this was so; she suffered from a malady far worse than any case of dyspepsia ever diagnosed by doctor.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading In very truth this was so; she suffered from a malady far worse than any case of dyspepsia ever diagnosed by doctor.
tintnounUS /tɪnt/
a quality of a given color that differs slightly from another color
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
to-day
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
a fact that has been verified
From this reading In very truth this was so; she suffered from a malady far worse than any case of dyspepsia ever diagnosed by doctor.
unwelladjectiveUS /ənˈwel/
somewhat ill or prone to illness
From this reading A FRIENDLY ARGUMENT Mrs. Saumarez did indeed look unwell.
a garment that covers the head and face
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
precisely as stated
From this reading In very truth this was so; she suffered from a malady far worse than any case of dyspepsia ever diagnosed by doctor.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was not that her pallor was marked or her gait feeble; obviously, she had applied cosmetics to her face, and her carriage was as imposing and self-possessed as ever.
(geology) the mechanical process of wearing or grinding something down (as by particles washing over it)
From this reading To a certain extent, too, she simulated the appearance of illness by wearing a veil of heliotrope tint, for it was part of her intent to-day to persuade Elmsdale that her complete seclusion from its society during the past forty-eight hours was due to a cause beyond her own control.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading But her cheeks were swollen, her eyes bloodshot, her eyelids puffy and discolored.
(comparative of “bad”) inferior to another in quality or condition or desirability
From this reading In very truth this was so; she suffered from a malady far worse than any case of dyspepsia ever diagnosed by doctor.
