used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
accurateadjectiveUS /ˈækjərət/
conforming exactly or almost exactly to fact or to a standard or performing with total accuracy
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
a feeling of delighted approval and liking
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
alloynounUS /ˈælɔɪ/
a mixture containing two or more metallic elements or metallic and nonmetallic elements usually fused together or dissolving into each other when molten
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
take a court case to a higher court for review
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
artauxiliary verbUS /ɑːrt/
an old form of “are”, used with “thou”
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
a person whose creative work shows sensitivity and imagination
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
assertionnounUS /əˈsɜːrʃən/
a declaration that is made emphatically (as if no supporting evidence were necessary)
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
the qualities that give pleasure to the senses
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
BEENauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
inflected form of “behold” — see with attention
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
comprehensionnounUS /ˌkɑːmpriˈhenʃən/
an ability to understand the meaning or importance of something (or the knowledge acquired as a result)
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
the appearance conveyed by a person's face
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
courtingnounUS /ˈkɔːrtɪŋ/
a man's courting of a woman; seeking the affections of a woman (usually with the hope of marriage)
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
a statement that represents something in words
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
emanating from God
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
elevatesverbUS /ˈeləveɪts/
third-person singular of “elevate” — give a promotion to or assign to a higher position
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
eulogiesnounUS /ˈjuːlədʒiz/
plural of “eulogy” — a formal expression of praise for someone who has died recently
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
excellencenounUS /ˈeksələns/
the quality of excelling; possessing good qualities in high degree
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
plural of “feel” — an intuitive awareness
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
being the sex (of plant or animal) that produces fertilizable gametes (ova) from which offspring develop
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
plural of “give” — the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
grosseradjectiveUS /ˈɡroʊsər/
comparative of “gross” — before any deductions
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
HASauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
not accessible to view
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
humanadjectiveUS /ˈhjuːmən/
characteristic of humanity
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
of the present time and place
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
inborn pattern of behavior often responsive to specific stimuli
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
used when the thing doing the action is also its object
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
a polite name for any woman
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
lessenverbUS /ˈlesən/
decrease in size, extent, or range
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
Lionel
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From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
MontfortnounUS /ˈmɑːntfərt/
an English nobleman who led the baronial rebellion against Henry III (1208-1265)
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
used to form the superlative
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
not any; not one
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
observantadjectiveUS /əbˈzɜːrvənt/
paying close attention especially to details
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
and nothing more
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
being complete of its kind and without defect or blemish
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
preparationnounUS /ˌprepərˈeɪʃən/
the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
made ready or fit or suitable beforehand
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
producesnounUS /prəˈduːsəz/
plural of “produce” — fresh fruits and vegetable grown for the market
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
prototypenounUS /ˈproʊtətaɪp/
a standard or typical example
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
accomplished rapidly and without delay
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
rarestadjectiveUS /ˈrerəst/
superlative of “rare” — not widely known; especially valued for its uncommonness
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
on the contrary
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
rebukesnounUS /riˈbjuːks/
plural of “rebuke” — an act or expression of criticism and censure
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
refinementnounUS /rəˈfaɪnmənt/
a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
richeradjectiveUS /ˈrɪtʃər/
comparative of “rich” — possessing material wealth
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
the place where some action occurs
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
an instance of visual perception
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
concerned with sacred matters or religion or the church
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
strikesnounUS /straɪks/
plural of “strike” — a group's refusal to work in protest against low pay or bad work conditions
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading No preparation by the eulogies of description can lessen the effect that the first sight of a beautiful object produces upon a mind to which refinement of idea gives an accurate and quick comprehension of beauty.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
precisely as stated
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading And it is a pleasure that elevates; the imagination feels itself richer by a new idea of excellence; for not only is real beauty wholly original, having no prototype, but its immediate influence is spiritual.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading SOMETHING ON AN OLD SUBJECT, WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SAID BEFORE Although Lionel was prepared to see a very handsome woman in Lady Montfort, the beauty of her countenance took him by surprise.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading Be it a work of art, a scene in nature, or, rarest of all, a human face divine, a beauty never before beheld strikes us with hidden pleasure, like a burst of light.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading It may seem strange--I appeal to every observant artist if the assertion be not true--but the first sight of the most perfect order of female beauty, rather than courting, rebukes and strikes back, every grosser instinct that would alloy admiration.
