Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

adjective
/ˌsaɪkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

relating to the mind or mental processes.

"She studied the psychological effects of trauma on children."

noun
/saɪˈkɒlədʒɪst/

a person who studies mental processes and behavior

"The psychologist helped him cope with his anxiety."

noun
/saɪˈkɒlədʒi/

the scientific study of the mind and behavior

"Psychology helps us understand how people think and act."

adjective
/ˌsaɪkəˈpæθɪk/

Relating to or affected by psychopathy; showing chronic mental disorder with abnormal or violent behavior.

"The film portrayed a psychopathic killer with no sense of empathy."

noun
/saɪˈkoʊsɪs/

A severe mental disorder in which thought and emotions are impaired, leading to a loss of contact with reality.

"The patient was diagnosed with psychosis after experiencing hallucinations."

adjective
/ˌsaɪkoʊsəˈmætɪk/

Relating to a physical illness or condition caused or aggravated by mental factors such as stress.

"Her stomach pain was diagnosed as psychosomatic, linked to stress."

noun
/ˌsaɪkoʊˈθɛrəpi/

The treatment of mental disorder by psychological rather than medical means.

"She attended weekly psychotherapy sessions to cope with her anxiety."

noun
/ˌtɛrəˈdæktɪl/

An extinct flying reptile of the Jurassic period, with a long slender head and wings formed by a membrane stretching along the body.

"The museum displayed a fossil of a giant pterodactyl."

adjective
/ˈpʌblɪk/

relating to or affecting the people as a whole

"The public demanded action on the issue."

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noun
ˈpʌb.lɪk ˈspiː.kɪŋ

The skill of speaking confidently in front of an audience.

"Public speaking skills are essential for leadership roles."

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noun
ˈpʌblɪk træns ˈpɔːt

Transportation systems available for use by the general public, typically including buses, trains, and metros.

"Public transport systems are essential for reducing traffic congestion."

noun
/ˌpʌblɪˈkeɪʃən/

the act of making something publicly known or available

"The publication of the report sparked a debate."

noun
/pʌˈblɪsəti/

the activity of making something known to the public; public attention or exposure

"The film gained huge publicity after winning the award."

adverb
/ˈpʌblɪkli/

in a way that is done or made known to the public

"The issue was discussed publicly during the meeting."

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verb
/ˈpʌblɪʃ/

to prepare and issue a book, journal, or piece of information for public distribution

"The company plans to publish a new book next year."

noun
/ˈpʌblɪʃər/

a person or company that produces and sells books, journals, or other content

"The publisher released a new book by a famous author."

noun
/ˈpʌblɪʃɪŋ/

the business or activity of preparing and issuing books, journals, or other material for sale

"He works in the publishing industry as an editor."

verb
/ˈpʌkər/

to tighten or contract into small folds or wrinkles

"She puckered her lips before kissing the child."

adjective
/ˈpʌkɪʃ/

playfully mischievous

"The child gave a puckish grin before hiding the toy."

noun
/ˈpʊdɪŋ/

a sweet or savory dish, often soft and creamy, eaten as dessert

"She made chocolate pudding for dessert."

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pudgy

adjective
/ˈpʌdʒi/

slightly fat or chubby in a way that is often cute

"The baby had pudgy cheeks that everyone adored."

adjective
/ˈpjʊəraɪl/

childishly silly or immature

"His puerile jokes annoyed the audience."

noun
/ˈpjuːdʒɪlɪzəm/

The practice or sport of boxing.

"He studied the art of pugilism in his youth."

noun
/ˈpjuːdʒɪlɪst/

A professional or skilled boxer.

"The pugilist entered the ring with confidence."

adjective
/pʌɡˈneɪʃəs/

Having a quarrelsome or combative nature; eager to fight.

"His pugnacious attitude often got him into trouble."

noun
/pʌɡˈnæsɪti/

A natural disposition to be combative or aggressive.

"The coach admired the player's pugnacity on the field."

noun
/ˈpjuːɪsəns/

Great power, strength, or influence.

"The empire showed its puissance through vast armies."

adjective
/ˈpjuːɪsənt/

having great power or influence; mighty

"The king was a puissant ruler whose word was law."

noun
/ˈpʌlkrɪˌtjuːd/

physical beauty

"The actress was admired for her pulchritude as well as her talent."

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pull

verb
/pʊl/

to exert force on something in order to move it toward oneself

"She pulled the door open with all her strength."

noun
/ˈpʊl.oʊ.vər/

a knitted garment worn on the upper body, typically pulled on over the head

"She wore a warm pullover during the cold winter evening."

adjective
/ˈpʌlməˌneri/

relating to the lungs

"The patient suffered from a serious pulmonary infection."

noun
/ˈpʊlpɪt/

a raised platform in a church from which the preacher delivers a sermon

"The pastor stood at the pulpit to address the congregation."

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pulsate

verb
/ˈpʌlseɪt/

to expand and contract rhythmically; to throb or beat

"The neon lights pulsated with a steady rhythm."

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Pulse

noun/verb
/pʌls/

A rhythmic beat or vibration, especially the heartbeat; to throb or move with a rhythm.

"The doctor checked her pulse after the long run."

verb
/ˈpʌlvəraɪz/

To crush or grind something into a fine powder; to completely defeat or destroy.

"The machine can pulverize stones into dust."

verb
/ˈpʌməl/

To strike repeatedly with the fists; to beat or hit forcefully.

"The boxer pummeled his opponent in the final round."

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pump

verb
/pʌmp/

to force liquid or gas to move in a particular direction using a device

"They pumped water from the well into the tank."

noun
/'pʌmp.kɪn/

a large round orange fruit with thick skin and edible flesh

"We carved a jack-o'-lantern from a big pumpkin."

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pun

noun
/pʌn/

A humorous use of words that suggests different meanings or words that sound alike.

"He made a clever pun about the bakery's bread rising."

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Punch

verb
/pʌntʃ/

to hit someone or something hard with your fist

"He punched the wall in frustration."

noun
/ˈpʌntʃ laɪn/

The final part of a joke or story that makes it funny.

"Everyone laughed loudly at the punch line of his joke."

adjective
/pʌŋkˈtɪliəs/

Showing great attention to detail or correct behavior.

"She was punctilious in her attention to etiquette."

adjective
/ˈpʌŋktʃuəl/

Happening or doing something at the agreed or proper time; on time.

"He is always punctual for meetings."

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noun
/ˌpʌŋk.tʃuˈæl.ə.ti/

The quality or habit of being on time; arriving or occurring at the scheduled time.

"His punctuality at work is commendable."

adverb
/ˈpʌŋk.tʃu.əl.i/

at the exact time arranged; on time; not late

"She always arrives punctually for meetings."

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Puncture

noun
/ˈpʌŋk.tʃər/

a small hole in a tire that causes air to escape

"I had to fix a puncture in my bicycle tire this morning."

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pundit

noun
/ˈpʌndɪt/

An expert in a particular subject or field who is frequently called upon to give opinions to the public.

"Political pundits debated the election results on television."

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pungency

noun
/ˈpʌndʒənsi/

The quality of having a strong, sharp taste or smell.

"The pungency of garlic filled the kitchen."

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adjective
/ˈpʌndʒənt/

Having a sharply strong taste or smell.

"The pungent aroma of spices made the dish irresistible."