used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
AberdeennounUS /ˈæbərdiːn/
a town in western Washington
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
AdamsnounUS /ˈædəmz/
American Revolutionary leader and patriot; an organizer of the Boston Tea Party and signer of the Declaration of Independence (1722-1803)
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
adoptverbUS /əˈdɑːpt/
choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
AdvertisernounUS /ˈædvərtaɪzər/
someone whose business is advertising
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
how long something has existed
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
(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 “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
a quantity of money
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
amusingadjectiveUS /əˈmjuːzɪŋ/
providing enjoyment; pleasantly entertaining
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading “‘Clothes,’ said Carlyle, ‘gave us individuality, distinctions, social polity; Clothes have made men of us; they are threatening to make Clothes-screens of us.’
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
attirenounUS /əˈtaɪər/
clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
audaciousadjectiveUS /ɑːˈdeɪʃəs/
invulnerable to fear or intimidation
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
audacitynounUS /ɑːˈdæs.ə.t̬i/
A willingness to take bold risks; insolent and daring boldness that defies all authority.
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
showing who or what does the action
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
CarlylenounUS /ˈkɑːrlaɪl/
Scottish historian who wrote about the French Revolution (1795-1881)
From this reading “‘Clothes,’ said Carlyle, ‘gave us individuality, distinctions, social polity; Clothes have made men of us; they are threatening to make Clothes-screens of us.’
showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
clothing in general
From this reading “‘Clothes,’ said Carlyle, ‘gave us individuality, distinctions, social polity; Clothes have made men of us; they are threatening to make Clothes-screens of us.’
Clothes-screens
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From this reading “‘Clothes,’ said Carlyle, ‘gave us individuality, distinctions, social polity; Clothes have made men of us; they are threatening to make Clothes-screens of us.’
inflected form of “compel” — force somebody to do something
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
conveysverbUS /kənˈveɪz/
third-person singular of “convey” — (of information) make known; pass on
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
in a manner differing from the usual or expected
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
a challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
Daringlyadverb
in an original manner
From this reading “Daringly original.”—_Outlook._ (First Notice.)
an urgent or peremptory request
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
developedadjectiveUS /dɪˈveləpt/
being changed over time so as to be e.g. stronger or more complete or more useful
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
distinctionsnounUS /dɪˈstɪŋkʃənz/
plural of “distinction” — a discrimination between things as different and distinct on the basis of their characteristics or attributes
From this reading “‘Clothes,’ said Carlyle, ‘gave us individuality, distinctions, social polity; Clothes have made men of us; they are threatening to make Clothes-screens of us.’
Dundee
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
EdennounUS /ˈiːdən/
any place of complete bliss and delight and peace
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
Edenic
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
enterprisenounUS /ˈentərpraɪz/
a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness)
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
every person
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
EvesnounUS /iːvz/
plural of “eve” — (Old Testament) Adam's wife in Judeo-Christian mythology: the first woman and mother of the human race; God created Eve from Adam's rib and placed Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
something many people believe that is false
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
fictionnounUS /ˈfɪkʃən/
a literary work based on the imagination and not necessarily on fact
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
FirstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading “‘Clothes,’ said Carlyle, ‘gave us individuality, distinctions, social polity; Clothes have made men of us; they are threatening to make Clothes-screens of us.’
GazettenounUS /ɡəˈzet/
a newspaper or official journal
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
GlasgownounUS /ˈɡlæskoʊ/
largest city in Scotland; a port on the Clyde in west central Scotland; one of the great shipbuilding centers of the world
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading “‘Clothes,’ said Carlyle, ‘gave us individuality, distinctions, social polity; Clothes have made men of us; they are threatening to make Clothes-screens of us.’
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
HeraldverbUS /ˈherəld/
foreshadow or presage
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
hostsnounUS /hoʊsts/
plural of “host” — a person who invites guests to a social event (such as a party in his or her own home) and who is responsible for them while they are there
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
individualitynounUS /ˌɪndɪvɪdʒuːˈælɪti/
the quality of being individual
From this reading “‘Clothes,’ said Carlyle, ‘gave us individuality, distinctions, social polity; Clothes have made men of us; they are threatening to make Clothes-screens of us.’
inspirationnounUS /ˌɪnspərˈeɪʃən/
arousal of the mind to special unusual activity or creativity
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
James'snounUS /ˈdʒeɪmzɪz/
possessive form of “james” — a Stuart king of Scotland who married a daughter of Henry VII; when England and France went to war in 1513 he invaded England and died in defeat at Flodden (1473-1513)
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
JournalnounUS /ˈdʒɜːrnəl/
a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
lackingadjectiveUS /ˈlækɪŋ/
inadequate in amount or degree
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
has a good chance of being the case or of coming about
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
of or relating to or characteristic of literature
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
occurring by chance
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading “‘Clothes,’ said Carlyle, ‘gave us individuality, distinctions, social polity; Clothes have made men of us; they are threatening to make Clothes-screens of us.’
engage in
From this reading “‘Clothes,’ said Carlyle, ‘gave us individuality, distinctions, social polity; Clothes have made men of us; they are threatening to make Clothes-screens of us.’
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
the force of workers available
From this reading “‘Clothes,’ said Carlyle, ‘gave us individuality, distinctions, social polity; Clothes have made men of us; they are threatening to make Clothes-screens of us.’
a particular point in time
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
an announcement containing information about an event
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
nudenounUS /nuːd/
a painting of a naked human figure
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
nuditynounUS /ˈnuːdɪti/
the state of being without clothing or covering of any kind
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading “‘Clothes,’ said Carlyle, ‘gave us individuality, distinctions, social polity; Clothes have made men of us; they are threatening to make Clothes-screens of us.’
preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed
From this reading “Daringly original.”—_Outlook._ (First Notice.)
originalitynounUS /ərˌɪdʒəˈnælɪti/
the ability to think and act independently
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
OutlooknounUS /ˈaʊtlʊk/
a habitual or characteristic mental attitude that determines how you will interpret and respond to situations
From this reading “Daringly original.”—_Outlook._ (First Notice.)
peopledadjectiveUS /ˈpiːpəld/
furnished with people
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
being complete of its kind and without defect or blemish
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
permanentadjectiveUS /ˈpɜːrmənənt/
continuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
persuasiveadjectiveUS /pərˈsweɪsɪv/
intended or having the power to induce action or belief
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
plural of “picture” — a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
politynounUS /ˈpɑːləti/
the form of government of a social organization
From this reading “‘Clothes,’ said Carlyle, ‘gave us individuality, distinctions, social polity; Clothes have made men of us; they are threatening to make Clothes-screens of us.’
primitiveadjectiveUS /ˈprɪmətɪv/
belonging to an early stage of technical development; characterized by simplicity and (often) crudeness
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
pristineadjectiveUS /ˈprɪstin/
completely free from dirt or contamination
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
past form of “produce” — bring forth or yield
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
with speed
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
interpret something that is written or printed
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
readersnounUS /ˈriːdərz/
plural of “reader” — a person who enjoys reading
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
realismnounUS /ˈriːəlɪzəm/
the attribute of accepting the facts of life and favoring practicality and literal truth
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
recognitionnounUS /ˌrekəɡˈnɪʃən/
the state or quality of being recognized or acknowledged
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading “‘Clothes,’ said Carlyle, ‘gave us individuality, distinctions, social polity; Clothes have made men of us; they are threatening to make Clothes-screens of us.’
sarcasmnounUS /ˈsɑːrkæzəm/
witty language used to convey insults or scorn
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
saturnalianoun
an orgiastic festival in ancient Rome in honor of Saturn
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
ScotsmannounUS /ˈskɑːtsmən/
a native or inhabitant of Scotland
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
simplicitynounUS /sɪmˈplɪsəti/
the quality of being simple or uncompounded
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
an ability that has been acquired by training
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
relating to human society and its members
From this reading “‘Clothes,’ said Carlyle, ‘gave us individuality, distinctions, social polity; Clothes have made men of us; they are threatening to make Clothes-screens of us.’
an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
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From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading “‘Clothes,’ said Carlyle, ‘gave us individuality, distinctions, social polity; Clothes have made men of us; they are threatening to make Clothes-screens of us.’
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
threateningadjectiveUS /ˈθretənɪŋ/
threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments
From this reading “‘Clothes,’ said Carlyle, ‘gave us individuality, distinctions, social polity; Clothes have made men of us; they are threatening to make Clothes-screens of us.’
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading “‘Clothes,’ said Carlyle, ‘gave us individuality, distinctions, social polity; Clothes have made men of us; they are threatening to make Clothes-screens of us.’
topicnounUS /ˈtɑːpɪk/
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
a fact that has been verified
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
truthsnounUS /truːθs/
plural of “truth” — a fact that has been verified
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
moved around an axis or center
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
uncommonadjectiveUS /ənˈkɑːmən/
not common or ordinarily encountered; unusually great in amount or remarkable in character or kind
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
unveilsverbUS /ənˈveɪlz/
third-person singular of “unveil” — remove the veil from
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading “‘Clothes,’ said Carlyle, ‘gave us individuality, distinctions, social polity; Clothes have made men of us; they are threatening to make Clothes-screens of us.’
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
which person or people
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading This truth has been developed in an audacious manner by the author, who is not lacking in sarcasm and humour, and in a lucky moment of inspiration he has produced a book which will find hosts of readers for its originality, will be a topic of the moment for its daring, and will demand more permanent recognition for the truths which it unveils.”—_St James’s Gazette._
wistfuladjectiveUS /ˈwɪstfəl/
showing pensive sadness
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
a message whose ingenuity or verbal skill or incongruity has the power to evoke laughter
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
in the company of; together with
From this reading “A book which is as amusing as it is audacious in its pictures of Society compelled to adopt the primitive attire of an Edenic age.”—_Truth._ “London is turned into a huge Eden peopled with Adams and Eves in all the pristine simplicity of the altogether nude.”—_Aberdeen Journal._
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading “Any amount of wit and literary skill ... the audacity of such a literary enterprise.”—_Scotsman._ “A perfect saturnalia of nudity.”—_Glasgow Herald._ “Everybody should read this uncommon and curiously persuasive fiction, that by the aid of realism, humour, and of wistful fancy, conveys an impression not likely to be quickly lost.”—_Dundee Advertiser._ “Clever work.”—_Times._ (First Notice.)
