Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

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post-war

adjective
/ˌpoʊstˈwɔːr/

relating to the period after a war has ended

"The country experienced rapid economic growth in the post-war years."

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postdate

verb
/ˌpoʊstˈdeɪt/

To assign a date later than the actual date to a document or event.

"She postdated the check to next month."

noun
/ˈpoʊstər/

a large printed picture or notice that is put on a wall for decoration or to advertise something

"They put up a movie poster outside the theater."

adjective
/pɒˈstɪəriər/

Situated at or toward the back; later in time.

"The posterior part of the brain controls vision."

noun
/pɒˈstɛrɪti/

All future generations of people.

"The monument was built for the benefit of posterity."

noun, adjective
/ˌpəʊstˈɡrædʒuət/

A student who has completed a first degree and is studying for a further degree.

"She is doing postgraduate research in physics."

adjective
/ˈpɒstjʊməs/

Occurring, awarded, or appearing after the death of the originator.

"He received a posthumous award for his bravery."

noun, adjective
/ˌpəʊstˈmɔːtəm/

An examination of a dead body to determine the cause of death.

"The doctor carried out a postmortem on the body."

verb
/pəʊs(t)ˈpəʊn/

to delay something to a later time

"The meeting was postponed until next week."

adjective
/ˌpəʊstˈprændɪəl/

Occurring after a meal.

"He went for a postprandial walk after dinner."

noun
/ˈpəʊstˌskrɪpt/

an additional remark at the end of a letter or text, after the signature

"She added a brief postscript to thank him again."

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verb
/ˈpɒstjʊˌleɪt/

to suggest or assume the existence of something as a basis for reasoning

"The scientist postulated that life could exist on other planets."

noun
/ˈpɒstʃə/

the position in which someone holds their body; an attitude or approach

"Good posture helps prevent back pain."

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postwar

adjective
/ˈpəʊstwɔːr/

occurring or existing after a war

"The postwar period saw significant economic growth."

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Pot

noun
/pɒt/

a container, typically round and deep, used for cooking or holding plants

"She put the soup in a pot and set it on the stove."

adjective
/ˈpəʊtəbl/

safe to drink; drinkable

"The villagers did not have access to potable water."

noun
/pəˈteɪtoʊ/

a starchy plant tuber that is a staple food around the world

"We had mashed potato with our dinner."

noun
/ˈpɒtˌbɔɪlə/

a book, play, or film produced quickly to make money rather than for artistic value

"The novel was dismissed by critics as a mere potboiler."

noun
/ˈpoʊtənsi/

The power or ability of something to affect or influence; strength or effectiveness.

"The potency of the new medicine amazed the doctors."

adjective
/ˈpoʊtənt/

Having great power, influence, or effect.

"This is a very potent drug that should be used carefully."

noun
/ˈpoʊtənˌteɪt/

A monarch or ruler, especially one with absolute power.

"The ancient land was ruled by a powerful potentate."

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noun, adjective
/pəˈtɛnʃəl/

Having the capacity to develop into something in the future; latent ability.

"She has great potential to become a successful leader."

adverb
/pəˈtɛnʃəli/

with the possibility of becoming something in the future

"This project is potentially a huge success."

verb
/poʊˈtɛnʃiˌeɪt/

To increase the power, effect, or likelihood of something.

"Caffeine can potentiate the effects of some medicines."

noun
/ˈpoʊʃən/

a liquid with healing, magical, or poisonous properties

"The witch gave the hero a healing potion."

noun
/ˌpoʊpʊˈriː/

a mixture of dried flowers and spices kept in a bowl to perfume a room; a miscellaneous collection

"The living room was filled with the scent of potpourri."

noun
/ˈpɑː.tər/

a person who makes pottery

"The potter shaped clay on the spinning wheel."

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pouch

noun
/paʊtʃ/

a small bag or pocket, often used to carry small items

"She kept her coins in a small leather pouch."

noun
/ˈpoʊltɪs/

a soft, moist mass of material applied to the body to relieve soreness and inflammation

"The nurse applied a warm poultice to his injured leg."

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pound

noun, verb
/paʊnd/

a unit of weight equal to 16 ounces or a unit of currency

"The price of the book is five pounds."

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pour

verb
/pɔːr/

to cause a liquid to flow from a container

"She poured the tea into the cup."

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pout

verb
/paʊt/

to push one's lips forward as an expression of annoyance or sulkiness

"The child began to pout when he didn’t get the toy."

noun
/ˈpɒvəti/

the state of being extremely poor

"Poverty is a major issue in many countries."

noun
/ˈpaʊdər/

a fine, dry substance made of very tiny particles

"She sprinkled some powder on the cake."

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noun
/ˈpaʊər/

the ability or capacity to do something or influence others

"Knowledge is power."

powerful definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/ˈpaʊərfəl/

having great strength or influence

"She is a powerful leader in her community."

adjective
/ˈpaʊərləs/

without ability, influence, or strength

"She felt powerless against the unfair system."

noun
/ˈpaʊ.waʊ/

an informal meeting or conference to discuss something

"The team held a quick powwow before the presentation."

adjective
/ˈpræk.tɪ.kə.bəl/

able to be done or put into practice successfully

"The plan is not practicable without more resources."

practical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/ˈpræk.tɪ.kəl/

concerned with what is real and possible rather than ideas or theories

"She offered a practical solution to the problem."

adverb
/ˈpræktɪkli/

in a way that is almost or nearly; in a realistic or functional manner

"The movie theater was practically empty."

practice definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb
/ˈpræk.tɪs/

the act of doing something repeatedly to improve skill, or the actual application of an idea

"He practices the piano every day."

practise definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
/ˈpræktɪs/

to do something repeatedly to improve skill; to work in a profession

"She practises piano for two hours daily."

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practitioner

noun
/prækˈtɪʃ.ən.ər/

a person actively engaged in a profession, especially medicine or law

"She is a skilled medical practitioner."

pragmatic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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pragmatic

adjective
/præɡˈmætɪk/

Dealing with problems in a practical and sensible way rather than depending on theories or ideals.

"She took a pragmatic approach to solving the business challenge."

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noun
/ˈpræɡ.mə.tɪ.zəm/

A pragmatic attitude or policy.

"Pragmatism is essential in problem-solving."

noun
/ˈpræɡmətɪst/

A person who deals with things in a practical and realistic way.

"He is a true pragmatist who values results over ideals."

noun
/ˈprɛəri/

A large open area of grassland, especially in North America.

"The bison roamed freely across the prairie."

Praise definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
/preɪz/

to express approval or admiration for someone or something

"The teacher praised the student for her hard work."

adjective
/ˈpreɪz.wɜː.ði/

deserving praise; commendable; admirable

"Her charitable work is truly praiseworthy."