Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun, verb, adjective
/ˈpeɪtənt/ or /ˈpætənt/

a government license granting exclusive rights to an inventor; also to obtain such rights

"He patented his new invention to protect it from being copied."

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paternal

adjective
/pəˈtɜːrnəl/

Relating to or characteristic of a father.

"He took a paternal interest in the boy’s education."

noun
/pəˈtɜːrnəti/

The state of being someone's father.

"He demanded a paternity test to confirm his relationship with the child."

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path

noun
/pæθ/

a way or track laid down for walking or made by continual treading

"She walked along the narrow path through the forest."

adjective
/pəˈθɛtɪk/

Causing feelings of pity, sadness, or sometimes contempt.

"The team’s performance in the match was simply pathetic."

adjective
/ˌpæθəˈdʒɛnɪk/

Capable of causing disease.

"Some bacteria are harmless, while others are highly pathogenic."

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adjective
/ˌpæθəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/

Relating to disease; extreme or obsessive in a way that is abnormal.

"He has a pathological fear of failure."

noun
/pəˈθɒlədʒi/

the scientific study of diseases, their causes, processes, and effects on the body

"Advances in pathology helped the doctors identify the rare infection quickly."

noun
/ˈpeɪθɒs/

a quality in speech, writing, or events that evokes pity or deep emotion

"The documentary balanced pathos with hope, making the audience both weep and think."

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pathway

noun
/ˈpæθweɪ/

a route or course along which something travels or progresses

"The narrow pathway led to the hidden garden."

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noun
/ˈpeɪ.ʃəns/

the ability to wait calmly without getting angry or upset

"Good teachers need a lot of patience."

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Patient

adjective
/ˈpeɪʃənt/

able to accept or tolerate delays, problems, or suffering without becoming annoyed or anxious

"She remained patient despite the long wait."

noun
/pəˈtiːnə/

a surface film or sheen on metal, stone, or wood due to age or use; also, a superficial appearance

"The bronze statue developed a green patina after years in the sea air."

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patois

noun
/ˈpætwɑː/

a regional or social dialect, especially one considered nonstandard or informal

"The guide slipped into local patois when chatting with the fishermen."

noun
/ˈpeɪtriɑːrk/

a male head of a family or tribe; an older respected man who leads a group

"As the family patriarch, he mediated disputes and kept long traditions alive."

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patrician

noun, adjective
/pəˈtrɪʃən/

A person of noble rank or high social standing; relating to aristocracy.

"The patrician families of Rome wielded great power in politics."

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patricide

noun
/ˈpætrɪsaɪd/

The act of killing one's own father.

"The ancient myth describes a son committing patricide to take the throne."

noun
/ˈpætrɪˌmoʊni/

Property or inheritance passed down from one's father or ancestors.

"The castle was part of his patrimony from his noble ancestors."

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Patriot

noun
/ˈpeɪtriət/

A person who loves and strongly supports their country.

"The patriot stood proudly under the national flag."

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Patriotic

adjective
/ˌpeɪ.triˈɑː.tɪk/

showing love for one's country

"The patriotic citizens celebrated Independence Day with great enthusiasm."

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patriotism

noun
/ˈpeɪtriətɪzəm/

Love for and devotion to one's country.

"His patriotism was evident when he volunteered for military service."

verb
/pəˈtroʊl/

to move around an area to watch or guard it

"The police patrol the streets at night to ensure safety."

noun
/ˈpeɪtrən/

a person who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, or cause

"The library is supported by generous patrons."

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patronize

verb
/ˈpeɪtrənaɪz/

to support or sponsor; to treat someone with apparent kindness that betrays a sense of superiority; to be a regular customer of a business

"She promised to patronize local businesses during the holiday season."

adjective
/ˈpeɪtrənaɪzɪŋ/

showing kindness that is perceived as condescending or superior

"His patronizing tone offended the audience."

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patronymic

noun
/ˌpætrəˈnɪmɪk/

a name derived from the name of a father or ancestor

"In many cultures, surnames are patronymic in origin."

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patter

verb
/ˈpætər/

to make a repeated light tapping sound; to talk quickly in a rehearsed or mechanical way

"Rain pattered softly on the window."

/ˈpæt.ən/

A repeated decorative design or a regular way in which something happens or is done.

"The dress had a beautiful floral pattern."

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paucity

noun
/ˈpɔːsɪti/

the presence of something in only small or insufficient quantities

"The project was delayed due to a paucity of funds."

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paunchy

adjective
/ˈpɔːntʃi/

Having a large or protruding belly.

"The paunchy man struggled to button his shirt."

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pauper

noun
/ˈpɔːpər/

A very poor person.

"The pauper begged for food on the street corner."

noun
/ˈpɔːpərɪzəm/

The state of being extremely poor.

"The country struggled with rising pauperism in the 19th century."

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Pause

verb
/pɔːz/

to stop briefly before continuing

"She paused to catch her breath before continuing her speech."

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pavement

noun
/ˈpeɪvmənt/

a hard paved surface such as a road or sidewalk; the act or result of paving

"She walked along the pavement to reach the bus stop."

noun
/pəˈvɪliən/

A large tent or temporary building, often used for events or exhibitions.

"The wedding reception was held in a decorated pavilion."

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pay

verb
/peɪ/

to give money in exchange for goods or services

"I need to pay for the groceries."

adjective
/ˈpeɪ.ə.bəl/

required to be paid; owed as a debt

"The amount is payable within thirty days of the invoice date."

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payee

noun
/peɪˈiː/

A person to whom money is paid or is to be paid.

"The payee must sign the check before cashing it."

noun
/ˈpeɪmənt/

the action or process of paying money for something

"The payment for the order was received yesterday."

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pc

noun
/ˈpiːˈsi/

abbreviation for 'personal computer', a machine for performing digital operations

"I just bought a new PC for work."

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Pea

noun
/piː/

a small round green seed eaten as a vegetable

"The children enjoyed eating sweet peas with dinner."

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peace

noun
/piːs/

a state of tranquility or quiet, freedom from disturbance

"They hope for peace in the region."

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Peaceable

adjective
/ˈpiːsəbl/

inclined to avoid conflict; friendly and non-violent in nature

"She is a peaceable neighbor who never quarrels with anyone."

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Peaceful

adjective
/ˈpiːsfl/

free from disturbance; calm and tranquil

"The village remained peaceful even during the festival."

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Peach

noun
/piːtʃ/

a soft round fruit with fuzzy skin, sweet flesh, and a large pit in the center

"The peach was perfectly ripe and juicy when I bit into it."

noun
/ˈpiː.kɒk/

a large bird with beautiful colorful tail feathers that can spread out like a fan

"The magnificent peacock displayed its colorful feathers to attract attention."

noun
/ˈpiː.kɒk ˈflaʊ.ər/

a tropical tree with bright orange and red flowers that resemble a peacock's tail

"The peacock flower tree blooms with stunning orange flowers in summer."

noun
/ˈpiː.hən/

female peacock

"The peahen is less colorful than the male peacock."

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Peak

noun
/piːk/

the pointed top of a mountain or hill, or the highest point of something

"They reached the peak of the mountain after hours of hiking."

noun
/ˈpiːnʌt/

a small seed with a thin shell, eaten as a snack or used to make oil and butter

"He loves eating roasted peanuts during the evening."