Chapter VI

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

plural of “acquaintance” — personal knowledge or information about someone or something

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

any thing at all

From this reading Could there be anything more unsuitable than Lord Erradeen in the midst of such a party, with Underwood, and perhaps worse than Underwood.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

plural of “association” — a formal organization of people or groups of people

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

promoting or enhancing well-being

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

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From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

intentionally conceived

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

the process of giving careful thought to something

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

unvarying in nature

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Could there be anything more unsuitable than Lord Erradeen in the midst of such a party, with Underwood, and perhaps worse than Underwood.

disapproval expressed by pointing out faults or shortcomings

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

zealous in devotion or affection

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

feelings of ardent love

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

disappointingly unsuccessful

From this reading She was utterly disappointed.

the feeling of being displeased or annoyed or dissatisfied with someone or something

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

of concern to or concerning the internal affairs of a nation

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

education that results in understanding and the spread of knowledge

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

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From this reading Could there be anything more unsuitable than Lord Erradeen in the midst of such a party, with Underwood, and perhaps worse than Underwood.

divisible by two

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

having or given a form or shape

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

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From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

having much knowledge or education

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

a definite length of time marked off by two instants

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

From this reading Could there be anything more unsuitable than Lord Erradeen in the midst of such a party, with Underwood, and perhaps worse than Underwood.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

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From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

the location of something surrounded by other things

From this reading Could there be anything more unsuitable than Lord Erradeen in the midst of such a party, with Underwood, and perhaps worse than Underwood.

a soft wet area of low-lying land that sinks underfoot

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Could there be anything more unsuitable than Lord Erradeen in the midst of such a party, with Underwood, and perhaps worse than Underwood.

strong feelings of embarrassment

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

above and across; more than

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

the local environment

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading Could there be anything more unsuitable than Lord Erradeen in the midst of such a party, with Underwood, and perhaps worse than Underwood.

by chance

From this reading Could there be anything more unsuitable than Lord Erradeen in the midst of such a party, with Underwood, and perhaps worse than Underwood.

plural of “person” — a human being

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

plural of “prospect” — the possibility of future success

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

a remark that calls attention to something or someone

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

bringing again into activity and prominence

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

plural of “say” — the chance to speak

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

the sacred writings of the Christian religions

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading She was utterly disappointed.

the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

being or characteristic of a single thing or person

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

Possessing supreme or ultimate power; autonomous and commanding.

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Could there be anything more unsuitable than Lord Erradeen in the midst of such a party, with Underwood, and perhaps worse than Underwood.

superlative of “sweet” — having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

an exchange of ideas via conversation

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Could there be anything more unsuitable than Lord Erradeen in the midst of such a party, with Underwood, and perhaps worse than Underwood.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Could there be anything more unsuitable than Lord Erradeen in the midst of such a party, with Underwood, and perhaps worse than Underwood.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

the brush (small trees and bushes and ferns etc.) growing beneath taller trees in a wood or forest

From this reading Could there be anything more unsuitable than Lord Erradeen in the midst of such a party, with Underwood, and perhaps worse than Underwood.

not wanted

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

not meant or adapted for a particular purpose

From this reading Could there be anything more unsuitable than Lord Erradeen in the midst of such a party, with Underwood, and perhaps worse than Underwood.

completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers

From this reading She was utterly disappointed.

-ing form of “wallow” — devote oneself entirely to something; indulge in to an immoderate degree, usually with pleasure

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

German conductor (1876-1962)

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

at the time that

From this reading Mrs. Methven was conscious of a new revival of the old displeasure when Walter informed her of the engagement he had formed for the evening.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.

extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers

From this reading It was a wonderful mortification and enlightenment to find that without even the interval of a single evening devoted to the consideration of his new and marvellous prospects, and that talking over which is one of the sweetest parts of a great and happy event, he should return--to what?--to wallowing in the mire, as the Scripture says, to his old billiard-room acquaintances, the idlers and undesirable persons with whom he had formed associations.

(comparative of “bad”) inferior to another in quality or condition or desirability

From this reading Could there be anything more unsuitable than Lord Erradeen in the midst of such a party, with Underwood, and perhaps worse than Underwood.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading She had thought that the great and beneficial shock of this new life would turn his character altogether, and convert him into that domestic sovereign, that object of constant reference, criticism, and devotion which every woman would have every man be.