used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
acmenounUS /ˈækmi/
the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
from one side of something to the other
From this reading What breadth of thought must thus be inspired in one who gazes out across the boundless expanse at the glories of a perfect sunrise?
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
altitudenounUS /ˈæltətuːd/
elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Far as the eye can reach stretch the mighty wastes of waving grass--the undulating plains of ravishing verdure.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading What breadth of thought must thus be inspired in one who gazes out across the boundless expanse at the glories of a perfect sunrise?
a particular environment or surrounding influence
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
atomnounUS /ˈætəm/
(physics and chemistry) the smallest component of an element having the chemical properties of the element
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading What breadth of thought must thus be inspired in one who gazes out across the boundless expanse at the glories of a perfect sunrise?
boundlessadjectiveUS /ˈbaʊndləs/
seemingly boundless in amount, number, degree, or especially extent
From this reading What breadth of thought must thus be inspired in one who gazes out across the boundless expanse at the glories of a perfect sunrise?
breadthnounUS /bredθ/
the capacity to understand a broad range of topics
From this reading What breadth of thought must thus be inspired in one who gazes out across the boundless expanse at the glories of a perfect sunrise?
the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
brisknessnoun
liveliness and eagerness
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
CAMPAIGNnounUS /kæmˈpeɪn/
a race between candidates for elective office
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading Far as the eye can reach stretch the mighty wastes of waving grass--the undulating plains of ravishing verdure.
claimsnounUS /kleɪmz/
plural of “claim” — an assertion of a right (as to money or property)
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
give pleasure to or be pleasing to
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
an urgent or peremptory request
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
doesauxiliary verbUS /dʌz/
the form of “do” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
dwellverbUS /dwel/
think moodily or anxiously about something
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
at any time
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
exigenciesnounUS /ˌekˈsɪdʒənsiz/
plural of “exigency” — a pressing or urgent situation
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
expansenounUS /ɪkˈspæns/
a wide scope
From this reading What breadth of thought must thus be inspired in one who gazes out across the boundless expanse at the glories of a perfect sunrise?
the organ of sight
From this reading Far as the eye can reach stretch the mighty wastes of waving grass--the undulating plains of ravishing verdure.
facultiesnounUS /ˈfækəltiz/
plural of “faculty” — one of the inherent cognitive or perceptual powers of the mind
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading Far as the eye can reach stretch the mighty wastes of waving grass--the undulating plains of ravishing verdure.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
a long fixed look
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
gazesnounUS /ˈɡeɪzəz/
plural of “gaze” — a long fixed look
From this reading What breadth of thought must thus be inspired in one who gazes out across the boundless expanse at the glories of a perfect sunrise?
gloriesnounUS /ˈɡlɔːriz/
plural of “glory” — a state of high honor
From this reading What breadth of thought must thus be inspired in one who gazes out across the boundless expanse at the glories of a perfect sunrise?
having or deserving or conferring glory
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
shoot down, of birds
From this reading Far as the eye can reach stretch the mighty wastes of waving grass--the undulating plains of ravishing verdure.
an established custom
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
a local and well-defined elevation of the land
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
hilltopnounUS /ˈhɪltɑːp/
the peak of a hill
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
humanadjectiveUS /ˈhjuːmən/
characteristic of humanity
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
inexpressibleadjective
defying expression
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
insignificantadjectiveUS /ˌɪnsɪɡˈnjɪfɪkənt/
signifying nothing
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
being of such surpassing excellence as to suggest inspiration by the gods
From this reading What breadth of thought must thus be inspired in one who gazes out across the boundless expanse at the glories of a perfect sunrise?
inspiringadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈspaɪrɪŋ/
stimulating or exalting to the spirit
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
inspiritingadjective
cheerfully encouraging
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
jadedadjectiveUS /ˈdʒeɪdəd/
exhausted
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
the emotion of great happiness
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
engage in
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
having or showing great strength or force or intensity
From this reading Far as the eye can reach stretch the mighty wastes of waving grass--the undulating plains of ravishing verdure.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
used to form the superlative
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
many times at short intervals
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading What breadth of thought must thus be inspired in one who gazes out across the boundless expanse at the glories of a perfect sunrise?
OPENSnounUS /ˈoʊpənz/
plural of “open” — a clear or unobstructed space or expanse of land or water
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
orbnounUS /ɔːrb/
the ball-shaped capsule containing the vertebrate eye
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading What breadth of thought must thus be inspired in one who gazes out across the boundless expanse at the glories of a perfect sunrise?
pasturenounUS /ˈpæstʃər/
a field covered with grass or herbage and suitable for grazing by livestock
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
being complete of its kind and without defect or blemish
From this reading What breadth of thought must thus be inspired in one who gazes out across the boundless expanse at the glories of a perfect sunrise?
plainsnounUS /pleɪnz/
plural of “plain” — extensive tract of level open land
From this reading Far as the eye can reach stretch the mighty wastes of waving grass--the undulating plains of ravishing verdure.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
prairienounUS /ˈpreri/
a treeless grassy plain
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
ravishingadjectiveUS /ˈrævɪʃɪŋ/
stunningly beautiful
From this reading Far as the eye can reach stretch the mighty wastes of waving grass--the undulating plains of ravishing verdure.
reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading Far as the eye can reach stretch the mighty wastes of waving grass--the undulating plains of ravishing verdure.
advancing or becoming higher or greater in degree or value or status
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
the state of being asleep
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
slothnounUS /sloʊθ/
a disinclination to work or exert yourself
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
sparklingadjectiveUS /ˈspɑːrklɪŋ/
shining with brilliant points of light like stars
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
spherenounUS /sfɪr/
a particular environment or walk of life
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
stretchverbUS /stretʃ/
occupy a large, elongated area
From this reading Far as the eye can reach stretch the mighty wastes of waving grass--the undulating plains of ravishing verdure.
summitnounUS /ˈsʌmət/
the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
sunrisenounUS /ˈsʌnraɪz/
the first light of day
From this reading What breadth of thought must thus be inspired in one who gazes out across the boundless expanse at the glories of a perfect sunrise?
surroundingadjectiveUS /sərˈaʊndɪŋ/
closely encircling
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
surveynounUS /sərˈveɪ/
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading What breadth of thought must thus be inspired in one who gazes out across the boundless expanse at the glories of a perfect sunrise?
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading What breadth of thought must thus be inspired in one who gazes out across the boundless expanse at the glories of a perfect sunrise?
very small
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
tractsnounUS /trækts/
plural of “tract” — an extended area of land
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
undulatingverbUS /ˈʌndʒəleɪtɪŋ/
-ing form of “undulate” — stir up (water) so as to form ripples
From this reading Far as the eye can reach stretch the mighty wastes of waving grass--the undulating plains of ravishing verdure.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
vantagenounUS /ˈvæntədʒ/
place or situation affording some advantage (especially a comprehensive view or commanding perspective)
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope
From this reading The exigencies of prairie life demand the habit of early rising, and more often does the tiny human atom, which claims for its home the vast tracts of natural pasture, gaze upon the sloth of the orb of day than does that glorious sphere smile down upon a sleeping world.
verdurenoun
green foliage
From this reading Far as the eye can reach stretch the mighty wastes of waving grass--the undulating plains of ravishing verdure.
vitalitynounUS /vaɪˈtæləti/
an energetic style
From this reading There is a briskness of atmosphere on a hilltop which is inspiriting to the most jaded of faculties; there is a sparkling vitality in the breath of the morning air which must ever make life a joy and the world seem an inexpressible delight in which it is the acme of happiness to dwell.
wastesnounUS /weɪsts/
plural of “waste” — any materials unused and rejected as worthless or unwanted
From this reading Far as the eye can reach stretch the mighty wastes of waving grass--the undulating plains of ravishing verdure.
wavingnounUS /ˈweɪvɪŋ/
the act of signaling by a movement of the hand
From this reading Far as the eye can reach stretch the mighty wastes of waving grass--the undulating plains of ravishing verdure.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading What breadth of thought must thus be inspired in one who gazes out across the boundless expanse at the glories of a perfect sunrise?
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
which person or people
From this reading What breadth of thought must thus be inspired in one who gazes out across the boundless expanse at the glories of a perfect sunrise?
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading THE CAMPAIGN OPENS The summit of a hill, however insignificant its altitude, is always an inspiring vantage point from which to survey the surrounding world.
