CEFR Level
Serving or tending to prohibit or forbid.
"The prohibitory laws were strictly enforced in the region."
Containing or conveying a promise, especially in writing.
"He signed a promissory note to repay the loan."
A high point of land or rock projecting into a body of water.
"The lighthouse stood on a promontory overlooking the sea."
To announce or make a law, decree, or idea officially known.
"The government promulgated new regulations on data privacy."
intended to prevent disease or an unwanted outcome; protective
"The doctor prescribed a prophylactic treatment to prevent infection."
the state of being close to someone or something; proximity
"The propinquity of their houses made them close friends."
to win or regain the favor of someone by doing something that pleases them
"He offered gifts to propitiate the angry gods."
giving or indicating a good chance of success; favorable
"The sunny weather was a propitious start to the picnic."
Having the power to drive or push something forward.
"The propulsive force of the rocket lifted it off the ground."
the part of a theater stage in front of the curtain; the arch framing the stage
"The actors bowed at the proscenium before leaving the stage."
the act of forbidding something, especially by law
"The proscription of child labor is an important human rights achievement."
To try to persuade someone to convert to a different belief or religion.
"They tried to proselytize the villagers with their new ideas."
A state that is controlled and protected by another.
"The small country became a protectorate of the empire."
The first martyr in a cause or religion, often referring to the first Christian martyr.
"St. Stephen is known as the protomartyr of Christianity."
The living substance inside a cell, including the cytoplasm and nucleus.
"Scientists observed the movement of protoplasm under the microscope."
A rounded swelling or lump on a surface.
"The doctor examined the small protuberance on his arm."
Sticking out or bulging.
"His protuberant belly showed after the meal."
occurring at a favorable or opportune time, as if guided by divine intervention
"Their timely rescue was considered providential."
In a near or close manner; nearly.
"The village lies proximately to the river."
involving or showing prudence, especially in financial or business matters
"The bank has set prudential rules to protect depositors."
a false or pretended apostle
"The preacher was condemned as a pseudapostle."
the practice or state of using a pseudonym
"The author maintained pseudonymity throughout her career."
The study and classification of people according to their attitudes, aspirations, and other psychological criteria.
"Psychographics reveal consumer buying motives."
Having a quarrelsome or combative nature; eager to fight.
"His pugnacious attitude often got him into trouble."