used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
plural of “adventure” — a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful)
From this reading They feasted, they listened to sweet music, they talked over their late adventures, and, animated by their own enjoyment, they became more sanguine as to the fate of Iskander.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
animatedadjectiveUS /ˈænəmeɪtɪd/
having life or vigor or spirit
From this reading They feasted, they listened to sweet music, they talked over their late adventures, and, animated by their own enjoyment, they became more sanguine as to the fate of Iskander.
declared publicly; made widely known
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading They feasted, they listened to sweet music, they talked over their late adventures, and, animated by their own enjoyment, they became more sanguine as to the fate of Iskander.
AthensnounUS /ˈæθənz/
the capital and largest city of Greece; named after Athena (its patron goddess)
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
attiredadjectiveUS /əˈtaɪrd/
dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
banquetnounUS /ˈbæŋkwət/
a ceremonial dinner party for many people
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading They feasted, they listened to sweet music, they talked over their late adventures, and, animated by their own enjoyment, they became more sanguine as to the fate of Iskander.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
being full of or promoting cheer; having or showing good spirits
From this reading Their spirits were elevated and gay: she smiled upon Nicæus with a cheerful sympathy.
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
complimentverbUS /ˈkɑːmpləment/
say something to someone that expresses praise
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading “In two or three days we shall know more,” said Nicæus.
put on clothes
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
elevatedadjectiveUS /ˈeləveɪtɪd/
raised above the ground
From this reading Their spirits were elevated and gay: she smiled upon Nicæus with a cheerful sympathy.
enjoymentnounUS /ˌenˈdʒɔɪmənt/
the pleasure felt when having a good time
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future
From this reading They feasted, they listened to sweet music, they talked over their late adventures, and, animated by their own enjoyment, they became more sanguine as to the fate of Iskander.
feastedverbUS /ˈfiːstɪd/
past form of “feast” — partake in a feast or banquet
From this reading They feasted, they listened to sweet music, they talked over their late adventures, and, animated by their own enjoyment, they became more sanguine as to the fate of Iskander.
flourishverbUS /ˈflɜːrɪʃ/
grow vigorously
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
at or to or toward the front
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer
From this reading Their spirits were elevated and gay: she smiled upon Nicæus with a cheerful sympathy.
hardshipnounUS /ˈhɑːrdʃɪp/
a state of misfortune or affliction
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
Iduna
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From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading “In two or three days we shall know more,” said Nicæus.
insensiblyadverb
in a numb manner; without feeling
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
Iskander
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From this reading They feasted, they listened to sweet music, they talked over their late adventures, and, animated by their own enjoyment, they became more sanguine as to the fate of Iskander.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading “In two or three days we shall know more,” said Nicæus.
a polite name for any woman
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time
From this reading They feasted, they listened to sweet music, they talked over their late adventures, and, animated by their own enjoyment, they became more sanguine as to the fate of Iskander.
diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
past form of “listen” — hear with intention
From this reading They feasted, they listened to sweet music, they talked over their late adventures, and, animated by their own enjoyment, they became more sanguine as to the fate of Iskander.
luxurynounUS /ˈlʌɡʒəri/
something that is an indulgence rather than a necessity
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
magnificentlyadverbUS /mæɡˈnɪfəsəntli/
extremely well
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading They feasted, they listened to sweet music, they talked over their late adventures, and, animated by their own enjoyment, they became more sanguine as to the fate of Iskander.
an artistic form of auditory communication incorporating instrumental or vocal tones in a structured and continuous manner
From this reading They feasted, they listened to sweet music, they talked over their late adventures, and, animated by their own enjoyment, they became more sanguine as to the fate of Iskander.
Nicæus
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From this reading Their spirits were elevated and gay: she smiled upon Nicæus with a cheerful sympathy.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading “In two or three days we shall know more,” said Nicæus.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading They feasted, they listened to sweet music, they talked over their late adventures, and, animated by their own enjoyment, they became more sanguine as to the fate of Iskander.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading They feasted, they listened to sweet music, they talked over their late adventures, and, animated by their own enjoyment, they became more sanguine as to the fate of Iskander.
perilnounUS /ˈperəl/
a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign)
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
past form of “produce” — bring forth or yield
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
resumingverbUS /rɪˈzuːmɪŋ/
-ing form of “resume” — take up or begin anew
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading “In two or three days we shall know more,” said Nicæus.
sanguineadjectiveUS /ˈsæŋɡwɪn/
confidently optimistic and cheerful
From this reading They feasted, they listened to sweet music, they talked over their late adventures, and, animated by their own enjoyment, they became more sanguine as to the fate of Iskander.
the place where some action occurs
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
securitynounUS /sɪˈkjʊrəti/
the state of being free from danger or injury
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
activities associated with sexual intercourse
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest
From this reading “In two or three days we shall know more,” said Nicæus.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Their spirits were elevated and gay: she smiled upon Nicæus with a cheerful sympathy.
change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
past form of “smile” — change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure
From this reading Their spirits were elevated and gay: she smiled upon Nicæus with a cheerful sympathy.
an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented
From this reading Their spirits were elevated and gay: she smiled upon Nicæus with a cheerful sympathy.
happening without warning or in a short space of time
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
a state of acute pain
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar
From this reading They feasted, they listened to sweet music, they talked over their late adventures, and, animated by their own enjoyment, they became more sanguine as to the fate of Iskander.
an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion
From this reading Their spirits were elevated and gay: she smiled upon Nicæus with a cheerful sympathy.
past form of “talk” — exchange thoughts; talk with
From this reading They feasted, they listened to sweet music, they talked over their late adventures, and, animated by their own enjoyment, they became more sanguine as to the fate of Iskander.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Their spirits were elevated and gay: she smiled upon Nicæus with a cheerful sympathy.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They feasted, they listened to sweet music, they talked over their late adventures, and, animated by their own enjoyment, they became more sanguine as to the fate of Iskander.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading “In two or three days we shall know more,” said Nicæus.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
transitionnounUS /trænˈzɪʃən/
the act of passing from one state or place to the next
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
trumpetsnounUS /ˈtrʌmpəts/
pitcher plant of southeastern United States having erect yellow trumpet-shaped pitchers with wide mouths and erect lids
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading “In two or three days we shall know more,” said Nicæus.
not expected or anticipated
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
uninfluencedadjective
not influenced or affected
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Their spirits were elevated and gay: she smiled upon Nicæus with a cheerful sympathy.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading “In two or three days we shall know more,” said Nicæus.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Their spirits were elevated and gay: she smiled upon Nicæus with a cheerful sympathy.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Iduna was not uninfluenced by that excitement which is insensibly produced by a sudden change of scene and circumstances, and especially by an unexpected transition from hardship, peril, and suffering, to luxury, security, and enjoyment.
in the company of; together with
From this reading A flourish of trumpets announced the return of the Lady Iduna and the Prince of Athens, magnificently attired, came forward with a smile, and led her, with a compliment on her resuming the dress of her sex, if not of her country, to the banquet.
