used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
accomplishmentsnounUS /əˈkɑːmplɪʃmənts/
plural of “accomplishment” — the action of accomplishing something
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
achievementsnounUS /əˈtʃiːvmənts/
plural of “achievement” — the action of accomplishing something
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
activitiesnounUS /ækˈtɪvətiz/
plural of “activity” — any specific behavior
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
admiralnounUS /ˈædmərəl/
the supreme commander of a fleet; ranks above a vice admiral and below a fleet admiral
From this reading It animated Marlowe no less than Drake, and the author of the least successful chronicle play as well as admiral or counselor.
a cherished desire
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
animatedadjectiveUS /ˈænəmeɪtɪd/
having life or vigor or spirit
From this reading It animated Marlowe no less than Drake, and the author of the least successful chronicle play as well as admiral or counselor.
ArmadanounUS /ɑːrˈmɑːdə/
a large fleet
From this reading The beginning of the greatness of the national drama is significantly coincident with the victory over the Armada.
artisticadjectiveUS /ɑːrˈtɪstɪk/
relating to or characteristic of art or artists
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading It animated Marlowe no less than Drake, and the author of the least successful chronicle play as well as admiral or counselor.
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading It animated Marlowe no less than Drake, and the author of the least successful chronicle play as well as admiral or counselor.
awakenedadjectiveUS /əˈweɪkənd/
aroused or activated
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
the event consisting of the start of something
From this reading The beginning of the greatness of the national drama is significantly coincident with the victory over the Armada.
the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen
From this reading By that time the spirit of noble endeavor had found lodgment in every worthy breast.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading By that time the spirit of noble endeavor had found lodgment in every worthy breast.
characterizedverbUS /ˈkerəktəraɪzd/
past form of “characterize” — describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
chroniclenounUS /ˈkrɑː.nɪ.kəl/
A detailed written record of historical events in order. (Sử ký, biên niên sử lịch sử.)
From this reading It animated Marlowe no less than Drake, and the author of the least successful chronicle play as well as admiral or counselor.
coincidentadjectiveUS /koʊˈɪnsədənt/
occurring or operating at the same time
From this reading The beginning of the greatness of the national drama is significantly coincident with the victory over the Armada.
an alert cognitive state in which you are aware of yourself and your situation
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
CONTEMPORARIESnounUS /kənˈtempəreriz/
all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
contributingadjectiveUS /kənˈtrɪbjuːtɪŋ/
tending to bring about; being partly responsible for
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
counselornounUS /ˈkaʊnsələr/
someone who gives advice about problems
From this reading It animated Marlowe no less than Drake, and the author of the least successful chronicle play as well as admiral or counselor.
culminationnounUS /ˌkʌlməˈneɪʃən/
a final climactic stage
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
defeatnounUS /dɪˈfiːt/
an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
DrakenounUS /dreɪk/
English explorer and admiral who was the first Englishman to circumnavigate the globe and who helped to defeat the Spanish Armada (1540-1596)
From this reading It animated Marlowe no less than Drake, and the author of the least successful chronicle play as well as admiral or counselor.
dramanounUS /ˈdrɑːmə/
a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
eagernessnounUS /ˈiːɡərnəs/
a positive feeling of wanting to push ahead with something
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
plural of “effort” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
endeavornounUS /ɪnˈdevər/
a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness)
From this reading By that time the spirit of noble endeavor had found lodgment in every worthy breast.
a division of the United Kingdom
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading By that time the spirit of noble endeavor had found lodgment in every worthy breast.
the feelings expressed on a person's face
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
beyond what is ordinary or usual; highly unusual or exceptional or remarkable
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
United States comedian and film actor (1880-1946)
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
set up or found
From this reading By that time the spirit of noble endeavor had found lodgment in every worthy breast.
the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
gloriesnounUS /ˈɡlɔːriz/
plural of “glory” — a state of high honor
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
greatnessnounUS /ˈɡreɪtnəs/
the property possessed by something or someone of outstanding importance or eminence
From this reading The beginning of the greatness of the national drama is significantly coincident with the victory over the Armada.
(biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading By that time the spirit of noble endeavor had found lodgment in every worthy breast.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
the aggregate of past events
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
incentivesnounUS /ˌɪnˈsentɪvz/
plural of “incentive” — a positive motivational influence
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
being or characteristic of a single thing or person
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
initiativenounUS /ˌɪˈnɪʃətɪv/
readiness to embark on bold new ventures
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The beginning of the greatness of the national drama is significantly coincident with the victory over the Armada.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It animated Marlowe no less than Drake, and the author of the least successful chronicle play as well as admiral or counselor.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
used when the thing doing the action is also its object
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading It animated Marlowe no less than Drake, and the author of the least successful chronicle play as well as admiral or counselor.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading It animated Marlowe no less than Drake, and the author of the least successful chronicle play as well as admiral or counselor.
creative writing of recognized artistic value
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
lodgmentnoun
bringing a charge or accusation against someone
From this reading By that time the spirit of noble endeavor had found lodgment in every worthy breast.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
MARLOWEnounUS /ˈmɑːrloʊ/
English poet and playwright who introduced blank verse as a form of dramatic expression; was stabbed to death in a tavern brawl (1564-1593)
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
not any; not one
From this reading It animated Marlowe no less than Drake, and the author of the least successful chronicle play as well as admiral or counselor.
nobleadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊbəl/
impressive in appearance
From this reading By that time the spirit of noble endeavor had found lodgment in every worthy breast.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading It animated Marlowe no less than Drake, and the author of the least successful chronicle play as well as admiral or counselor.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading The beginning of the greatness of the national drama is significantly coincident with the victory over the Armada.
participate in games or sport
From this reading It animated Marlowe no less than Drake, and the author of the least successful chronicle play as well as admiral or counselor.
involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
potentlyadverb
in a manner having a powerful influence
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
possession of controlling influence
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
RenaissancenounUS /ˌrenəˈsɑːns/
the period of European history at the close of the Middle Ages and the rise of the modern world; a cultural rebirth from the 14th through the middle of the 17th centuries
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
responsivenessnounUS /rɪˈspɑːnsɪvnəs/
responsive to stimulation
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
significantlyadverbUS /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkəntli/
in a statistically significant way
From this reading The beginning of the greatness of the national drama is significantly coincident with the victory over the Armada.
SpainnounUS /speɪn/
a parliamentary monarchy in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula; a former colonial power
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
specificallyadverbUS /spəˈsɪfɪkli/
in distinction from others
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
the vital principle or animating force within living things
From this reading By that time the spirit of noble endeavor had found lodgment in every worthy breast.
not in physical motion
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome
From this reading It animated Marlowe no less than Drake, and the author of the least successful chronicle play as well as admiral or counselor.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading It animated Marlowe no less than Drake, and the author of the least successful chronicle play as well as admiral or counselor.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading By that time the spirit of noble endeavor had found lodgment in every worthy breast.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
triumphantadjectiveUS /traɪˈʌmfənt/
joyful and proud especially because of triumph or success
From this reading MARLOWE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES The growing national consciousness that reached its triumphant culmination in the defeat of Spain made itself felt in the drama, specifically in efforts to present the glories of English history, and still more potently in an awakened responsiveness to the new fields and new incentives for artistic ambition.
a successful ending of a struggle or contest
From this reading The beginning of the greatness of the national drama is significantly coincident with the victory over the Armada.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading It animated Marlowe no less than Drake, and the author of the least successful chronicle play as well as admiral or counselor.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The extraordinary achievements that had been contributing to the might of England as a political power were, indeed, but one expression of the freedom and eagerness of individual initiative that characterized this English Renaissance and found other expression in the activities and accomplishments of literature.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The beginning of the greatness of the national drama is significantly coincident with the victory over the Armada.
Having or showing the qualities or abilities that merit recognition in character or magic.
From this reading By that time the spirit of noble endeavor had found lodgment in every worthy breast.
