CEFR Level
not securely held; dangerously unstable or uncertain
"The climber was in a precarious position on the edge of the cliff."
the condition of being considered more important than someone or something else; priority
"Safety takes precedence over speed in this factory."
As a verb: to cause an event or situation, often suddenly or prematurely; as a noun: a solid formed in a chemical solution; as an adjective: done hastily.
"The government's decision to raise taxes precipitated widespread protests."
Moisture that falls from the atmosphere as rain, snow, sleet, or hail; or the process of being precipitated.
"Heavy precipitation is expected in the northern region tomorrow."
Extremely steep or sudden; done quickly without careful consideration.
"The hikers struggled to climb the precipitous slope."
The technique of conducting agricultural work using advanced technology.
"Precision agriculture optimizes resource use and increases efficiency."
Showing advanced development or maturity at an unusually early age.
"The precocious child was reading novels at the age of five."
to establish or decide something in advance
"The outcome of the match seemed predetermined."
a difficult, unpleasant, or embarrassing situation
"She found herself in a difficult predicament."
To make someone more likely to behave in a certain way or be affected by something.
"His genetics may predispose him to diabetes."
Likely or inclined to be affected by something in advance.
"She is predisposed to trust people easily."
a tendency or inclination to behave in a particular way
"She has a predisposition to anxiety."
The state of being greater in number, strength, or importance.
"The predominance of online shopping has changed retail forever."
To be the strongest, most common, or most influential element.
"Traditional values still predominate in the community."
Surpassing all others; very distinguished in some way.
"She is a preeminent scientist in the field of genetics."
Serving or intended to prevent something by taking action first.
"The government took preemptive measures to control inflation."
showing or giving advantage to one over others
"Members receive preferential treatment at the club."
to think about and plan something (especially a crime) beforehand
"The suspect was accused of premeditating the crime."
planned in advance; done deliberately
"The crime was clearly premeditated."
a strong feeling that something is about to happen, often something negative
"She had a premonition of danger before the trip."
The state of being engrossed or absorbed in thought about something.
"Her preoccupation with work left her little time for family."
completely ridiculous or absurd; contrary to reason or common sense
"The idea that pigs could fly is preposterous."
a special right or privilege exclusive to a particular person or group
"It is the manager’s prerogative to make the final decision."
A substance used to prevent decay, spoilage, or deterioration in food or other materials.
"This jam contains no artificial preservatives."
A substance used to preserve foodstuffs, wood, or other materials against decay.
"Many processed foods contain harmful preservatives."
An idea believed to be true without proof; an assumption or act of overconfidence.
"The presumption of his guilt was unfair."
Overconfident, rude, or taking liberties without permission.
"It was presumptuous of him to make that decision without consulting others."
A claim or assertion to something, often without justification; an attempt to impress by showing greater importance or talent than is actually possessed.
"His pretension to be an expert was quickly exposed."
Attempting to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, culture, etc., than is actually possessed.
"The restaurant was stylish but far too pretentious for my taste."
the state or condition of being widespread or common
"The prevalence of smartphones has changed how people communicate."
