英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
relating to the period after a war has ended
"The country experienced rapid economic growth in the post-war years."
To assign a date later than the actual date to a document or event.
"She postdated the check to next month."
a large printed picture or notice that is put on a wall for decoration or to advertise something
"They put up a movie poster outside the theater."
Situated at or toward the back; later in time.
"The posterior part of the brain controls vision."
All future generations of people.
"The monument was built for the benefit of posterity."
A student who has completed a first degree and is studying for a further degree.
"She is doing postgraduate research in physics."
Occurring, awarded, or appearing after the death of the originator.
"He received a posthumous award for his bravery."
An examination of a dead body to determine the cause of death.
"The doctor carried out a postmortem on the body."
to delay something to a later time
"The meeting was postponed until next week."
Occurring after a meal.
"He went for a postprandial walk after dinner."
an additional remark at the end of a letter or text, after the signature
"She added a brief postscript to thank him again."
to suggest or assume the existence of something as a basis for reasoning
"The scientist postulated that life could exist on other planets."
the position in which someone holds their body; an attitude or approach
"Good posture helps prevent back pain."
occurring or existing after a war
"The postwar period saw significant economic growth."
safe to drink; drinkable
"The villagers did not have access to potable water."
a starchy plant tuber that is a staple food around the world
"We had mashed potato with our dinner."
a book, play, or film produced quickly to make money rather than for artistic value
"The novel was dismissed by critics as a mere potboiler."
The power or ability of something to affect or influence; strength or effectiveness.
"The potency of the new medicine amazed the doctors."
Having great power, influence, or effect.
"This is a very potent drug that should be used carefully."
A monarch or ruler, especially one with absolute power.
"The ancient land was ruled by a powerful potentate."
Having the capacity to develop into something in the future; latent ability.
"She has great potential to become a successful leader."
with the possibility of becoming something in the future
"This project is potentially a huge success."
To increase the power, effect, or likelihood of something.
"Caffeine can potentiate the effects of some medicines."
a liquid with healing, magical, or poisonous properties
"The witch gave the hero a healing potion."
a mixture of dried flowers and spices kept in a bowl to perfume a room; a miscellaneous collection
"The living room was filled with the scent of potpourri."
a person who makes pottery
"The potter shaped clay on the spinning wheel."
a small bag or pocket, often used to carry small items
"She kept her coins in a small leather pouch."
a soft, moist mass of material applied to the body to relieve soreness and inflammation
"The nurse applied a warm poultice to his injured leg."
a unit of weight equal to 16 ounces or a unit of currency
"The price of the book is five pounds."
the state of being extremely poor
"Poverty is a major issue in many countries."
a fine, dry substance made of very tiny particles
"She sprinkled some powder on the cake."
the ability or capacity to do something or influence others
"Knowledge is power."
having great strength or influence
"She is a powerful leader in her community."
without ability, influence, or strength
"She felt powerless against the unfair system."
an informal meeting or conference to discuss something
"The team held a quick powwow before the presentation."
able to be done or put into practice successfully
"The plan is not practicable without more resources."
concerned with what is real and possible rather than ideas or theories
"She offered a practical solution to the problem."
in a way that is almost or nearly; in a realistic or functional manner
"The movie theater was practically empty."
the act of doing something repeatedly to improve skill, or the actual application of an idea
"He practices the piano every day."
to do something repeatedly to improve skill; to work in a profession
"She practises piano for two hours daily."
a person actively engaged in a profession, especially medicine or law
"She is a skilled medical practitioner."
A pragmatic attitude or policy.
"Pragmatism is essential in problem-solving."
A person who deals with things in a practical and realistic way.
"He is a true pragmatist who values results over ideals."
A large open area of grassland, especially in North America.
"The bison roamed freely across the prairie."
to express approval or admiration for someone or something
"The teacher praised the student for her hard work."
deserving praise; commendable; admirable
"Her charitable work is truly praiseworthy."
