Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

verb
/ˈpɔːltər/

to act insincerely or deceitfully; to equivocate or lie

"He paltered when asked about his involvement in the deal."

adjective
/ˈpɔːltri/

small or meager; lacking in value or importance

"They offered him a paltry sum for his work."

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paly

adjective
/ˈpeɪli/

striped with different colors, usually used in heraldry

"The knight’s shield was decorated with paly stripes of red and gold."

verb
/ˈpæmpər/

to treat with excessive care and attention; to spoil

"Parents often pamper their first child."

noun
/ˈpæm.flət/

a small booklet or brochure containing information or arguments about a subject

"The health department distributed a pamphlet about nutrition."

noun, verb
/ˌpæm.fləˈtɪər/

a person who writes or distributes pamphlets, often to promote a political or social cause

"In the 18th century, many pamphleteers influenced public opinion."

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Pan

noun, verb
/pæn/

a shallow container used for cooking; also means to criticize severely (verb)

"She cooked the eggs in a frying pan."

adjective
/ˌpæn.əˈmer.ɪ.kən/

relating to all the countries of North, Central, and South America

"The Pan-American Games bring together athletes from across the continent."

noun
/ˌpænəˈsiːə/

A solution or remedy for all difficulties or diseases.

"Education is often seen as a panacea for social problems."

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noun
/pəˈnæʃ/

Distinctive and stylish elegance or flair.

"She performed the role with great panache."

noun
/pʌntʃ ˈfoʊrən/

a Bengali spice blend containing five whole spices: cumin, fennel, fenugreek, nigella, and mustard seeds

"The aroma filled the kitchen when she heated panch phoron in oil."

noun
/ˈpæŋkriəs/

A gland in the abdomen that produces insulin and digestive enzymes.

"The pancreas plays a vital role in digestion and blood sugar regulation."

noun
/pænˈdɛmɪk/

An outbreak of a disease that occurs on a global scale.

"The COVID-19 pandemic changed the world dramatically."

noun
/ˌpændəˈmoʊniəm/

Wild and noisy disorder or confusion; uproar.

"When the concert was canceled, pandemonium broke out among the crowd."

verb
/ˈpændər/

to indulge or exploit the weaknesses, desires, or immoral tendencies of others

"The politician was accused of pandering to voters' fears."

noun
/ˌpænəˈdʒɪrɪk/

a formal speech or piece of writing in praise of someone or something

"The author wrote a panegyric on the bravery of the soldiers."

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panel

noun
/ˈpænəl/

a group of people gathered to discuss, judge, or advise on a particular topic

"The panel of judges announced the winner of the competition."

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pang

noun
/pæŋ/

a sudden sharp feeling of pain or emotional distress

"She felt a pang of guilt after the argument."

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Panic

noun/verb
/ˈpænɪk/

a sudden overwhelming fear or anxiety causing irrational behavior

"The crowd panicked when the fire alarm went off."

adjective
/ˈpæn.ɪ.ki/

feeling or showing panic; anxious and fearful

"The crowd became panicky when the fire alarm sounded."

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panoply

/ˈpæn.ə.pli/

A complete or impressive collection of things; a full set of armor.

"The museum displayed a panoply of ancient weapons."

noun
/ˌpæn.əˈræm.ə/

An unbroken view of the whole region surrounding an observer.

"From the hilltop, we enjoyed a breathtaking panorama of the city."

adjective
/ˌpæn.əˈræm.ɪk/

Giving a wide view of an extensive area in all directions.

"The hotel offers panoramic views of the ocean."

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Pant

noun
/pænt/

a piece of clothing worn from the waist down, covering both legs separately

"He wore a pair of blue pants to the party."

noun
/ˈpæn.θi.ɪ.zəm/

The belief that God and the universe are identical, or that everything is a manifestation of God.

"Spinoza’s philosophy is often associated with pantheism."

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pantheon

noun
/ˈpæn.θi.ən/

All the gods of a religion collectively; a building dedicated to all gods.

"The Roman Pantheon is one of the best-preserved ancient temples."

noun
/ˈpæntəmaɪm/

A type of theatrical performance using gestures and movements without spoken words; in Britain, a musical comedy play for families performed at Christmas.

"The children enjoyed the Christmas pantomime at the local theater."

noun
/ˈpæntəˌskoʊp/

An optical instrument that provides a wide or panoramic view.

"The scientist used a pantoscope to observe the entire horizon."

noun
/ˈpæntri/

A small room or cupboard where food, dishes, and kitchen supplies are stored.

"She stocked the pantry with fresh groceries for the week."

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papa

noun
/ˈpɑːpə/

an informal or affectionate term for one’s father

"Papa is picking me up from school today."

noun
/ˈpeɪpəsi/

The office or authority of the Pope in the Roman Catholic Church.

"The papacy played a significant role in medieval European politics."

noun
/pəˈpaɪə/

a large orange tropical fruit with sweet orange flesh and black seeds

"Papaya is rich in vitamins and very good for health."

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paper

noun
/ˈpeɪpər/

a thin material used for writing, printing, or wrapping

"She wrote her notes on a piece of paper."

noun
/pəˈpaɪrəs/

An ancient writing material made from the pith of the papyrus plant; also refers to the plant itself.

"The ancient scroll was written on papyrus."

noun
/ˈpærəbl/

A simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson.

"Jesus often taught using a parable to convey deeper truths."

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noun
/pəˈreɪd/

a public procession, especially one celebrating a special day or event

"Thousands of people attended the Independence Day parade."

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noun
/ˈpærədaɪm/

A typical example or pattern of something; a model.

"The company shifted its business paradigm to embrace digital transformation."

adjective
/ˌpærəˈdɪɡmətɪk/

Serving as a typical example or model of something.

"Her success story is paradigmatic of the opportunities education can provide."

noun
/ˈpærədaɪs/

An ideal or perfect place of happiness; often thought of as heaven.

"The tropical island felt like a true paradise."

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noun
/ˈpærədɒks/

A statement or situation that seems contradictory but may reveal a deeper truth.

"It is a paradox that computers make our lives easier but also more stressful."

adjective
/ˌpærəˈdɒksɪkəl/

Seemingly contradictory or opposed to common sense, yet possibly true.

"It is paradoxical that standing is often more tiring than walking."

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noun
/ˈpærəɡɒn/

A person or thing regarded as a perfect example of a particular quality.

"She is considered a paragon of kindness."

noun
/ˈpær.ə.kiːt/

a small colorful parrot with a long tail, often kept as a pet

"The green parakeet learned to say hello."

noun, adjective, verb
/ˈpærəˌlɛl/

Lines, objects, or events that are side by side and never meet; similarity or comparison.

"The road runs parallel to the railway."

noun
/ˈpærəˌlɛlɪzəm/

The state of being parallel or similar; in literature, the use of components in a sentence that are grammatically the same or similar in construction.

"The writer used parallelism to give rhythm to his prose."

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noun
ˈpærəˌlɛlz

Similarities or comparisons between two different things or situations

"There are parallels between Japan's aging issues and Bangladesh's situation."

noun
/pəˈræləsɪs/

Loss of the ability to move in part or most of the body, typically as a result of illness or injury.

"The accident left him with partial paralysis."

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paralyze

verb
/ˈpærəlaɪz/

to cause someone or something to lose the ability to move or function normally

"The sudden shock seemed to paralyze him."

noun
/pəˈræmɪtər/

a limit, boundary, or measurable factor that defines or determines something

"We need to set clear parameters for this project."

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paramount

adjective
/ˈpærəmaʊnt/

more important than anything else; supreme

"Safety is of paramount importance in this factory."