Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

Profit definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, verb
/ˈprɒfɪt/

financial gain, especially the difference between the amount earned and the amount spent

"The company made a huge profit this quarter."

profitability definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˌprɒf.ɪ.təˈbɪl.ə.ti

The degree to which a business or activity yields profit or financial gain.

"Increased efficiency enhances business profitability."

adjective
/ˈprɒfɪtəbl/

yielding profit or financial gain

"The company has become highly profitable after the new strategy was implemented."

noun
/ˌprɑːfɪˈtɪr/

a person who makes excessive profits, especially unfairly or illegally

"The government punished war profiteers."

noun
/ˈprɑːflɪɡəsi/

reckless wastefulness or extravagance

"His profligacy with money led him to bankruptcy."

adjective
/ˈprɑːflɪɡət/

recklessly extravagant or wasteful in resources

"The king was known for his profligate lifestyle."

profound definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/prəˈfaʊnd/

very great or intense; showing deep insight or understanding

"Her speech had a profound impact on the audience."

profound initiative definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
prəˈfaʊnd ɪˈnɪʃətɪv

A deep, meaningful, and significant action or program designed to create change.

"A profound initiative can create sustainable changes."

profundity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/prəˈfʌndɪti/

great depth of insight, knowledge, or emotion

"The essay impressed the judges with its clarity and profundity."

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profuse

adjective
/prəˈfjuːs/

existing or given in large amounts; abundant

"He offered profuse thanks for their timely help."

noun
/prəˈfjuːʒən/

an abundance or large quantity of something

"Spring brought a profusion of wildflowers to the valley."

noun
/proʊˈdʒɛnɪtər/

a direct ancestor; a person or thing that originates something

"Researchers traced the custom back to a common progenitor."

progeny definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈprɒdʒəni/

A descendant or offspring; children or future generations.

"The scientist was proud of the intellectual achievements of his progeny."

adjective
/ˈprɒɡnəθəs/

Having jaws that project forward beyond the rest of the face.

"The fossil displayed a distinctly prognathous skull structure."

noun
/prɒɡˈnoʊsɪs/

A forecast of the likely outcome of a disease or situation.

"The doctor gave a positive prognosis for the patient's recovery."

verb
/prɒɡˈnɒstɪkeɪt/

To foretell or predict future events, especially based on current signs.

"Experts attempted to prognosticate the outcome of the election."

noun
/prɒɡˌnɒstɪˈkeɪʃən/

The act of foretelling or predicting future events.

"The astrologer's prognostication fascinated the audience."

noun
/ˈprəʊɡræm/

a planned series of events or activities

"The program starts at 9 AM sharp."

noun
/ˈproʊɡræmɪŋ/

the process of writing computer code to create software or applications

"He spends most of his time learning computer programming."

noun
/ˈprəʊɡræmɪŋ/

the process of designing and writing computer programs

"He has been learning programming for several months now."

progress definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, verb
/ˈprəʊɡrɛs/ (noun), /prəˈɡrɛs/ (verb)

forward movement toward a destination or improvement in a condition

"The students made great progress in their studies."

progression definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/prəˈɡrɛʃən/

A gradual movement or development towards a more advanced state.

"The disease follows a slow progression over many years."

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protester

noun
/prəˈtɛstər/

a person who takes part in a protest or demonstration

"The protester spoke passionately about the cause."

noun
/ˈprɒvɪdəns/

the protective care of God or nature as a spiritual power; foresight or prudence

"They believed their survival was due to divine providence."

verb
/prəˈvaɪdɪd/

gave or supplied something that was needed

"The hotel provided free breakfast for all guests."

provide definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
/prəˈvaɪd/

to give or supply something that is needed or wanted

"The teacher will provide extra materials for the students."

noun
/ˈprɒvərb/

a short, commonly known saying that expresses a truth or piece of advice

"The proverb 'A stitch in time saves nine' teaches the value of prompt action."

noun
/ˈprɒvəndər/

food or provisions, especially for livestock

"The barn was filled with provender for the cattle."

noun
/ˈprɒvənəns/

The origin or source of something.

"The museum verified the provenance of the ancient manuscript."

prove definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
/pruːv/

to demonstrate the truth or existence of something by evidence or argument.

"The scientist was able to prove his hypothesis through experiments."

adverb
/ˈpraʊdli/

in a way that shows pride or satisfaction; with a sense of honor or achievement

"She proudly displayed her achievements to her family."

Proud definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Proud

adjective
/praʊd/

Feeling deep pleasure or satisfaction as a result of achievements or qualities.

"She felt proud of her son's accomplishments."

verb
/ˈproʊtjuːbəreɪt/

To swell out or bulge.

"The roots began to protuberate from the ground."

adjective
/prəˈtuːbərənt/

Sticking out or bulging.

"His protuberant belly showed after the meal."

noun
/prəˈtuːbərəns/

A rounded swelling or lump on a surface.

"The doctor examined the small protuberance on his arm."

noun
/prəˈtruːʒən/

Something that sticks out or projects from a surface.

"The protrusion on the wall made it difficult to move the furniture."

verb
/proʊˈtruːd/

To stick out or extend beyond a surface.

"A nail was protruding from the wooden board."

protracted definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/prəˈtræktɪd/

Lasting for a long time or longer than expected.

"The negotiation turned into a protracted process."

verb
/proʊˈtrækt/

To prolong or extend in time or duration.

"Negotiations were protracted for several months."

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prototype

noun
/ˈproʊtəˌtaɪp/

The first model or version of something, used as a sample for testing or improvement.

"The company built a prototype of the new smartphone before mass production."

noun
/ˈproʊtoʊˌplæzəm/

The living substance inside a cell, including the cytoplasm and nucleus.

"Scientists observed the movement of protoplasm under the microscope."

noun
/ˈproʊtoʊˌmɑːrtɚ/

The first martyr in a cause or religion, often referring to the first Christian martyr.

"St. Stephen is known as the protomartyr of Christianity."

noun
/ˈproʊtəkɔːl/

an official procedure or system of rules

"The security team followed strict protocol during the event."

adjective
/ˈprɒspərəs/

successful in material terms; flourishing financially or in general well-being

"The town became prosperous after the new trade route opened."

protect definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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protect

verb
/prəˈtɛkt/

to keep safe from harm or danger

"It is important to protect your personal information online."

adjective
/ˈproʊtiən/

tending or able to change frequently or easily; versatile

"She is a protean artist who experiments with many styles."

protagonist definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/prəˈtæɡənɪst/

the main character or leading figure in a story, drama, or other work

"The protagonist of the novel struggles with her inner conflicts."

adjective/verb
/ˈprɒstreɪt/

lying stretched out on the ground with one's face downward, often as a sign of submission or exhaustion

"He lay prostrate on the ground after the long battle."

verb
/ˈprɒspər/

to succeed or flourish, especially in financial or business matters

"With hard work and determination, she managed to prosper in her career."

prospects definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈprɒs.pekts/

The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring.

"The prospects for growth look promising."