Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

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pizza

noun
/ˈpiːtsə/

a flat round bread baked with toppings such as cheese, tomato, and other ingredients

"We ordered a large pepperoni pizza for dinner."

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placate

verb
/pləˈkeɪt/

to make someone less angry or hostile; to calm or soothe

"He tried to placate the angry customer with a refund."

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place

noun, verb
/pleɪs/

a particular position or location; to put something in a specific position

"She placed the books on the table."

noun
/pləˈsiːboʊ/

a substance with no therapeutic effect, used as a control in testing new drugs

"The patient was given a placebo to compare the effect of the real drug."

noun
/ˈpleɪsmənt/

the act of putting something or someone in a particular position or job

"The company arranged job placement for the graduates."

adjective
/ˈplæsɪd/

calm and peaceful, not easily disturbed

"She had a placid expression despite the chaos around her."

noun
/ˈpleɪdʒərɪzəm/

the practice of taking someone else's work or ideas and passing them off as one's own

"The student was expelled for committing plagiarism in his essay."

verb
/ˈpleɪdʒəraɪz/

to take someone else's work or ideas and present them as your own

"He was warned not to plagiarize his friend's essay."

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verb
pleɪɡd

Troubled or afflicted persistently by problems or difficulties.

"People are plagued by anxiety and depression."

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plain

adjective
/pleɪn/

simple or clear, without decoration or complexity

"She wore a plain white dress to the ceremony."

noun
/ˈpleɪntɪf/

a person who brings a case against another in a court of law

"The plaintiff filed a lawsuit against the company."

adjective
/ˈpleɪntɪv/

expressing sadness or sorrow

"He raised a plaintive cry for help."

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plait

noun,verb
/pleɪt/

a braid of hair or straw; to braid

"She decided to plait her hair before the party."

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plan

noun
/plæn/

a detailed proposal for doing or achieving something

"We need a clear plan to move forward."

plane definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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plane

noun,verb
/pleɪn/

a flat surface; an aircraft; to make smooth

"The carpenter used a tool to plane the wood."

Planet definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈplænɪt/

a celestial body that orbits a star

"Earth is the third planet from the Sun."

verb
/pliːz/

to make someone happy or satisfied

"She will do anything to please her parents."

noun
/pəˈruːzl/

The action of reading or examining something carefully.

"The contract was given to the lawyer for perusal."

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Plum

noun
/plʌm/

a small round fruit with smooth red or purple skin, sweet flesh, and a single large seed

"The purple plum was juicy and delicious."

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plug

noun
/plʌɡ/

a device used to connect or block an opening

"She inserted the plug into the socket."

adjective
/ˈplʌk.i/

having or showing courage and determination

"The plucky child rescued the kitten from the tree."

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pluck

verb
/plʌk/

to take hold of and quickly remove; to gather courage or determination

"She plucked a flower from the garden."

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ploy

noun
/plɔɪ/

a clever plan or action designed to gain an advantage

"She used a clever ploy to win the debate."

plough definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/plaʊ/

a large farming tool used to break up and turn over soil before planting crops

"The oxen pulled the heavy plough across the field."

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plot

noun
/plɒt/

a secret plan or scheme, often with bad intentions

"The villain made a plot to steal the treasure."

adjective
/ˈplɒd.ɪŋ/

slow-moving and unexciting; showing steady effort

"The movie was entertaining but a bit plodding in the middle."

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plod

verb
/plɒd/

to work slowly and steadily, often with effort or difficulty

"He plodded through his homework despite feeling tired."

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Plight

noun
/plaɪt/

a difficult or dangerous situation

"The refugees described their plight during the war."

adjective
/ˈplaɪənt/

flexible; easily influenced or adaptable

"She has a pliant personality that adapts well to new situations."

adjective
/ˈplaɪəbəl/

easily bent or flexible; adaptable

"The metal is pliable enough to be shaped into jewelry."

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noun
/ˈplɛθərə/

an excessive amount of something

"She has a plethora of books on her shelf."

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Plenty

noun
/ˈplɛnti/

a large or sufficient amount or quantity

"We have plenty of time before the meeting."

noun
/ˈplɛntɪtjuːd/

the condition of being full or abundant

"The garden offered a plentitude of flowers in spring."

adjective
/ˈplɛntɪfəl/

Existing in great quantity; abundant.

"Food and water were plentiful in the village."

adjective
/ˈplɛntɪəs/

existing in great quantity; abundant

"The harvest was plenteous, providing enough food for the entire village."

noun
/ˈplɛnɪtjuːd/

the condition of being full or abundant; a great quantity

"The garden was a plenitude of flowers in spring."

noun
/ˌpliːnɪpəˈtɛnʃəri/

a person invested with full power to act on behalf of another, especially in diplomacy

"The ambassador was a plenipotentiary sent to negotiate the treaty."

adjective
/ˈpliːnəri/

complete in every way; fully attended or absolute

"The committee held a plenary session to discuss all matters of importance."

noun
/ˈplɛdʒɔːr/

a person who gives or offers a pledge or security

"The bank accepted the jewelry from the pledgeor as collateral for the loan."

noun
/ˈplɛdʒiː/

a person to whom something is pledged or given as security

"The bank is the pledgee of the collateral until the loan is repaid."

noun
/plɛdʒ/

a solemn promise or agreement to do or refrain from doing something

"He gave a pledge to support the cause."

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plebiscite

noun
/ˈplɛbɪsaɪt/

a direct vote by the electorate on an important public question

"The government held a plebiscite to decide on the new constitution."

adjective, noun
/pləˈbiːən/

alternate spelling of 'plebeian'; common or ordinary

"His tastes were rather plebian, favoring simple food and clothes."

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plebeian

adjective, noun
/pləˈbiːən/

common, ordinary, or belonging to the lower social classes

"The festival was enjoyed by both plebeian and noble citizens."

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pleat

noun, verb
/pliːt/

a fold in fabric made by doubling the material back upon itself

"She added a pleat to the skirt for extra volume."

noun
/ˈplɛʒər/

a feeling of happiness or enjoyment

"It was a pleasure to meet you."

adjective
/ˈplɛʒərəbl/

giving pleasure or enjoyment

"Reading a good book is a pleasurable activity."

adjective
/pliːzd/

feeling happy or satisfied with something

"She was pleased with her exam results."

plastic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective, noun
/ˈplæstɪk/

a synthetic material that can be molded; flexible or easily shaped

"These containers are made of durable plastic."

plasticity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/plæsˈtɪsəti/

the quality of being easily shaped or molded; adaptability

"The brain's plasticity allows it to adapt after injury."