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inscribest

Archaic Terms
Pronunciation

Understanding ARPABET Pronunciation

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The pronunciation guide uses the ARPABET phonetic system—the same system used in speech recognition and text-to-speech applications.

Vowel Examples:
AE1 = cat, bat
EH1 = bed, head
IY1 = see, me
OW1 = go, boat
UW1 = boot, do
Stress Numbers:
0 = no stress (unstressed)
1 = primary stress (loud)
2 = secondary stress (medium)
Example:
AH0 TH IY1 N AH0
= a-THEE-na (Athena)

The stressed syllable (marked with 1) is pronounced louder and clearer than others.

Quick Definition

Inscribest is an archaic second-person singular form of 'inscribe,' meaning to write or engrave, often in a formal tone.

Detailed Definition
'Inscribest' is an archaic form of 'inscribe,' meaning to write or engrave words or symbols onto a surface. In the poem, it suggests that Beauty leaves a mark on the world and on individuals, highlighting its transformative power and the deep connection between beauty and existence.
Example
Example in poetry:
"Thou inscribest with a bond, In thy momentary play" (archaic second-person of 'inscribe'); "Thou inscribest thy name on my heart" (romantic); "The poet inscribest his verses on stone" (literary); "Inscribest the laws of fate" (divine); "With a pen of iron, thou inscribest" (biblical tone)
Additional Notes
The word 'inscribest' illustrates the idea of Beauty leaving a lasting impression, as seen in the line 'Thou inscribest with a bond,' emphasizing its influence.; Found in the poem, Ode to Beauty by Ralph Waldo Emerson
Also Known As
dost inscribe engravest markest
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