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英単語辞書 | 単語の意味、定義、例文

Penance definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈpɛnəns/

Voluntary self-punishment as an expression of repentance for wrongdoing.

"He fasted for a week as a penance for his mistakes."

penchant definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈpɒ̃ʃɒ̃/

a strong or habitual liking for something or tendency to do something

"She has a penchant for collecting rare books."

noun C1
/ˈpɛndənt/

a piece of jewelry that hangs from a chain worn around the neck

"She wore a silver pendant around her neck."

adjective C1
/ˈpɛndənt/

hanging down or suspended

"The pendent branches touched the ground."

noun C1
/ˈpɛndjələm/

A weight suspended from a pivot so that it swings freely, often used to regulate clocks.

"The pendulum swung back and forth inside the clock."

adjective C1
/pəˈnɪnsjələr/

Relating to or resembling a peninsula.

"The peninsular region is surrounded by water on three sides."

noun C1
/ˈpɛnɪtəns/

The action or feeling of showing sorrow and regret for having done wrong.

"His eyes were full of penitence after realizing his mistake."

adjective C1
/ˈpɛnɪtənt/

Feeling or showing sorrow and regret for having done wrong.

"She was penitent after shouting at her friend."

noun C1
/ˈpɛnənt/

A tapering flag used for signaling or as an emblem of victory or achievement.

"The team raised the championship pennant proudly."

adjective C1
/ˈpen.ɪ.ləs/

having no money; extremely poor; completely without funds

"After losing his job, he became penniless."

adjective C1
/ˈpɛnsɪv/

Engaged in deep or serious thought.

"She looked pensive as she stared out of the window."

adjective C1
/ˈpent ʌp/

suppressed; restrained; confined

"He had pent-up anger that finally exploded."

noun C1
/ˈpɛntəɡən/

A plane figure with five straight sides and five angles; also refers to the US Department of Defense building.

"The Pentagon is one of the most iconic government buildings in the United States."

noun C1
/pɛnˈtæθlɒn/

An athletic contest featuring five different events.

"She trained hard to compete in the modern pentathlon."

adjective C1
/pəˈnʌltɪmət/

second to the last in a sequence or series

"She finished the penultimate chapter before going to sleep."

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peon

noun C1
/ˈpiːɒn/

a low-ranking worker, often performing menial tasks

"The office peon delivered the files to each department."

adverb C1
/pɜːr ˈseɪ/

By or in itself; intrinsically.

"The idea is not bad per se, but it needs improvement."

perceivable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
পারসিভেবল

Able to be seen, noticed, or detected.

"The changes in winter weather are perceivable in rural areas."

adjective C1
/pərˈsɛptəbl̩/

Able to be noticed or recognized by the senses or the mind.

"There was a perceptible change in the atmosphere."

adjective C1
/pərˈsɛptɪv/

Having or showing keen insight, understanding, or awareness.

"She is very perceptive and quickly notices when something is wrong."

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perch

verb C1
/pɜːrtʃ/

To sit or rest on something high or narrow.

"The bird perched on the fence."

verb C1
/ˈpɜːrkəleɪt/

To filter gradually through a porous surface or substance; to spread slowly.

"The rainwater percolated through the soil into the groundwater."

noun C1
/ˈpɜːrkəleɪtər/

A device used for brewing coffee by continually cycling boiling water through coffee grounds.

"She made a fresh pot of coffee using the percolator."

noun C1
/pərˈkʌʃən/

Musical instruments that are played by striking, shaking, or scraping, such as drums or cymbals.

"The percussion section added rhythm and energy to the orchestra."

adjective C1
/ˈperɪɡrɪn/

wandering; traveling; migratory

"The peregrine falcon is known for its incredible speed."

perennial definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/pəˈrɛniəl/

lasting or existing for a long time, or recurring continually

"Climate change is a perennial concern for scientists."

noun C1
/pəˈfjuː.mər.i/

the art, business, or products of making perfumes

"She works in a perfumery that creates luxury scents."

perfunctory definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/pəˈfʌŋk.tər.i/

done without much effort, interest, or thought

"He gave a perfunctory nod and walked away."

perilous definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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perilous

adjective C1
/ˈper.ɪ.ləs/

full of danger or risk

"They undertook a perilous journey through the mountains."

noun C1
/pəˈrɪm.ɪ.tər/

the continuous line forming the boundary of a closed geometric figure or area

"The soldiers guarded the perimeter of the camp."

adjective C1
/pəˈrɪfərəl/

Relating to or situated on the edge or outer parts of something.

"The town is located on the peripheral area of the city."

noun C1
/pəˈrɪfəri/

The outer edge or boundary of an area or object.

"The soldiers were stationed at the periphery of the camp."

adjective C1
/ˈperɪʃəbəl/

liable to decay quickly; short-lived

"Store perishable foods in the refrigerator."

Periwinkle definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈper.ɪ.wɪŋ.kəl/

a small trailing plant with violet-blue or white flowers

"Purple periwinkles covered the garden ground beautifully."

noun C1
/ˈpɜːrdʒəri/

The offense of willfully telling an untruth in a court after taking an oath.

"She was convicted of perjury after giving false evidence."

permaculture definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˈpɜː.mə.kʌl.tʃər

The development of agricultural ecosystems intended to be sustainable and self-sufficient.

"Permaculture promotes self-sufficient farming systems."

permeability definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌpɜː.mɪˈæbɪlɪti/

The quality or state of being permeable; allowing liquids or gases to pass through.

"The permeability of the soil affects water retention."

adjective C1
/ˈpɜːrmiəbl̩/

allowing liquids or gases to pass through

"The soil in this area is very permeable to water."

permeate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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permeate

verb C1
/ˈpɜːrmieɪt/

to spread throughout something or to pass into every part

"The smell of fresh coffee permeated the whole house."

adjective C1
/pərˈmɪsəbl̩/

allowed or permitted by rules or law

"It is permissible to park here after 6 p.m."

permissive definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/pərˈmɪsɪv/

allowing or characterized by great freedom of behavior; tolerant

"Her parents were very permissive and rarely punished her."

noun C1
/ˌpɜːrmjuˈteɪʃən/

An arrangement or reordering of elements, often in mathematics or logic.

"The puzzle can be solved by trying all possible permutations of the tiles."

pernicious definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/pərˈnɪʃəs/

Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way.

"The pernicious influence of fake news can mislead millions of people."

adjective C1
/ˌpɜːrpənˈdɪkjələr/

At an angle of 90 degrees to a given line, plane, or surface.

"The ladder was placed perpendicular to the ground for safety."

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perpetrate

verb C1
/ˈpɜːrpətreɪt/

To commit or carry out, typically a harmful, illegal, or immoral act.

"The hackers perpetrated a massive cyber attack on the company."

noun C1
/ˈpɜːrpɪtreɪtər/

a person who commits a harmful, illegal, or immoral act

"The police arrested the perpetrator of the crime."

adjective C1
/pərˈpetʃuəl/

never-ending or continuous

"She lived in perpetual fear of being discovered."

perpetuate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/pərˈpetʃueɪt/

to make something continue indefinitely

"This law will perpetuate inequality in society."

verb C1
/pərˈplɛks/

To confuse or puzzle someone.

"The complex instructions perplexed the students."

verb C1
/ˈpɜːrsɪkjuːt/

to treat someone cruelly or unfairly, especially because of their religion, race, or beliefs

"Many people were persecuted for their faith during that time."