Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun
/ˌpɪə.riˈɒd.ɪ.kəl/

a magazine or journal published at regular intervals

"She subscribed to a science periodical."

noun
/ˌpɪəriəˈdɪsɪti/

The quality or state of being regular or recurring at intervals.

"The periodicity of the moon’s phases has fascinated humans for centuries."

adjective
/ˌpɛrɪpəˈtɛtɪk/

Traveling from place to place, especially for work or based on lifestyle.

"He led a peripatetic life as a traveling teacher."

adjective
/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
/pəˈrɪfəri/

The outer edge or boundary of an area or object.

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

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perish

verb
/ˈpɛrɪʃ/

To die, especially in a sudden or violent way.

"Many soldiers perished in the war."

adjective
/ˈperɪʃəbəl/

liable to decay quickly; short-lived

"Store perishable foods in the refrigerator."

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peristyle

noun
/ˈpɛrɪstaɪl/

A continuous porch formed by a row of columns surrounding the perimeter of a building or courtyard.

"The Roman villa featured a beautiful peristyle garden."

noun
/ˈper.ɪ.wɪŋ.kəl/

a small trailing plant with violet-blue or white flowers

"Purple periwinkles covered the garden ground beautifully."

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perjure

verb
/ˈpɜːrdʒər/

To knowingly tell a lie in a court of law after swearing to tell the truth.

"He was accused of trying to perjure himself during the trial."

noun
/ˈpɜːrdʒəri/

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

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

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perk

noun/verb
/pɜːrk/

A benefit or advantage associated with a job; or to become more lively or cheerful.

"One of the perks of working here is free lunch every Friday."

adjective
/pəˈsɪs.tənt/

continuing to exist or endure over a prolonged period

"Despite many setbacks, her persistent efforts led to success."

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
/ˌpɜːrtərˈbeɪʃn/

A state of anxiety, disturbance, or disorder.

"The announcement caused a perturbation in the financial markets."

verb
/pərˈtɜːrb/

To disturb or unsettle greatly in mind.

"The sudden noise perturbed the students during the exam."

noun
/ˈpɜːrtnəs/

boldness or forwardness in speech or behavior; sauciness

"Her pertness during the meeting surprised everyone."

adjective
/ˈpɜːrtɪnənt/

Relevant or applicable to a particular matter.

"She asked a pertinent question during the meeting."

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noun
/ˌpɜːrtɪˈnæsɪti/

The quality of being stubbornly persistent or resolute in purpose.

"Her pertinacity in pursuing justice inspired everyone around her."

adjective
/ˌpɜːrtɪˈneɪʃəs/

holding firmly to an opinion, purpose, or course of action; stubbornly persistent

"The pertinacious lawyer refused to give up the case."

verb
/pərˈteɪn/

to relate or have reference to something

"The rules pertain to all students in the school."

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pert

adjective
/pɜːrt/

attractively lively or cheeky in manner or style

"She gave a pert reply that made everyone laugh."

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noun
/pərˈsweɪ.sɪv.nəs/

The quality of being able to persuade someone to do or believe something.

"His persuasiveness helped secure the deal."

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noun
/pɜːˈsweɪ.ʒən/

The ability to convince someone to believe or do something through reasoning or argument.

"His persuasion skills helped close the business deal."

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persuade

verb
/pərˈsweɪd/

to convince someone to do or believe something through reasoning or argument

"He persuaded his friend to join the club."

adjective
/pərˈsweɪdəbl̩/

capable of being convinced or influenced to do something

"She was easily persuadable when it came to trying new foods."

verb
/pərˈspaɪər/

To give out sweat through the pores of the skin as a result of heat, physical exertion, or stress.

"He began to perspire after running for 10 minutes."

noun
/ˌpɜːrspəˈreɪʃn/

The process of sweating.

"Heavy exercise causes perspiration."

adjective
/pərˈspɪkjuəs/

Clearly expressed and easily understood; lucid.

"The teacher gave a perspicuous explanation of the theory."

noun
/ˌpɜːrspɪˈkjuːəti/

Clarity and ease in speech or writing; the quality of being clearly expressed.

"The perspicuity of his lecture made it easy for students to understand complex topics."

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noun
/ˌpɜːrspɪˈkæsəti/

The quality of having a ready insight into things; shrewdness.

"Her perspicacity in analyzing complex issues impressed everyone."

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adjective
/ˌpɜːrspɪˈkeɪʃəs/

Having a ready insight into and understanding of things.

"The perspicacious student quickly understood the complex problem."

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noun
pəˈspek.tɪvz

A particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view.

"New perspectives enhance understanding."

noun
/pərˈspɛktɪv/

A particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view.

"From her perspective, the plan seemed risky."

noun
/ˌpɜːrsəˈnel/

People employed in an organization or engaged in an organized undertaking such as military service.

"The company is hiring more personnel for its new branch."

verb
/pərˈsɑːnɪfaɪ/

To represent or embody a quality, idea, or concept in human form.

"She personifies kindness and generosity."

adverb
/ˈpɜːsənəli/

in a way that relates to the individual personally

"I personally believe in the importance of hard work."

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noun
ˌpɜː.sən.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

Customizing services or products according to user preferences.

"Online stores use personalization to improve customer experience."

noun
/ˌpɜːrsəˈnæləti/

The combination of qualities or characteristics that form an individual's distinctive character.

"Her cheerful personality makes her very popular."

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noun
/ˈpɜː.sən.əl ˈdeɪ.tə/

Information that relates to an individual's private, sensitive, or identifiable data

"Protecting personal data is crucial in the digital age."

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personal

adjective
/ˈpɜːrsənl/

relating to a particular person rather than anyone else

"She shared some personal details about her family."

noun
/ˈpɜːrsənɪdʒ/

an important or famous person

"He is considered a great personage in the world of literature."

adjective
/ˈpɜːrsənəbl/

having a pleasant appearance and manner; attractive and friendly

"The new teacher is very personable and easy to talk to."

noun
/ˈpɜːrsən/

an individual human being

"She is a kind person who always helps others."

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adjective
/pərˈnɪʃəs/

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

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

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adjective
/pərˈmɪsɪv/

allowing or characterized by great freedom of behavior; tolerant

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

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verb
/pərˈmɪt/

to allow or give consent for something to happen

"The manager permitted the team to leave early."

noun
/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."

adjective
/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
/ˈpɜːrpətreɪt/

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

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