ppl. a. (UN-1 8.)
1784. Cowper, Task, IV. 334. In such a world; so thorny, and where none Finds happiness unblighted.
1792. Charlotte Smith, Desmond, II. 217. That world which has, at your age, and with your unblighted prospects, so many charms.
1827. Lytton, Falkland, 233. She went to that last home with a blest and unblighted name.
1861. H. Macmillan, Footnotes Page Nat., 34. Though subjected to the scorching rays of the summer’s sun, they [sc. mosses] continue green and unblighted.
Hence Unblightedly adv.
[1847. Webster.]
1871. B. Taylor, Faust, V. vi. 373. Roses … Branching unblightedly, Budding delightedly.
