英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
relating to the mind or mental processes.
"She studied the psychological effects of trauma on children."
a person who studies mental processes and behavior
"The psychologist helped him cope with his anxiety."
the scientific study of the mind and behavior
"Psychology helps us understand how people think and act."
Relating to or affected by psychopathy; showing chronic mental disorder with abnormal or violent behavior.
"The film portrayed a psychopathic killer with no sense of empathy."
A severe mental disorder in which thought and emotions are impaired, leading to a loss of contact with reality.
"The patient was diagnosed with psychosis after experiencing hallucinations."
Relating to a physical illness or condition caused or aggravated by mental factors such as stress.
"Her stomach pain was diagnosed as psychosomatic, linked to stress."
The treatment of mental disorder by psychological rather than medical means.
"She attended weekly psychotherapy sessions to cope with her anxiety."
An extinct flying reptile of the Jurassic period, with a long slender head and wings formed by a membrane stretching along the body.
"The museum displayed a fossil of a giant pterodactyl."
relating to or affecting the people as a whole
"The public demanded action on the issue."
The skill of speaking confidently in front of an audience.
"Public speaking skills are essential for leadership roles."
Transportation systems available for use by the general public, typically including buses, trains, and metros.
"Public transport systems are essential for reducing traffic congestion."
the act of making something publicly known or available
"The publication of the report sparked a debate."
the activity of making something known to the public; public attention or exposure
"The film gained huge publicity after winning the award."
in a way that is done or made known to the public
"The issue was discussed publicly during the meeting."
to prepare and issue a book, journal, or piece of information for public distribution
"The company plans to publish a new book next year."
a person or company that produces and sells books, journals, or other content
"The publisher released a new book by a famous author."
the business or activity of preparing and issuing books, journals, or other material for sale
"He works in the publishing industry as an editor."
playfully mischievous
"The child gave a puckish grin before hiding the toy."
a sweet or savory dish, often soft and creamy, eaten as dessert
"She made chocolate pudding for dessert."
slightly fat or chubby in a way that is often cute
"The baby had pudgy cheeks that everyone adored."
childishly silly or immature
"His puerile jokes annoyed the audience."
The practice or sport of boxing.
"He studied the art of pugilism in his youth."
A professional or skilled boxer.
"The pugilist entered the ring with confidence."
Having a quarrelsome or combative nature; eager to fight.
"His pugnacious attitude often got him into trouble."
A natural disposition to be combative or aggressive.
"The coach admired the player's pugnacity on the field."
Great power, strength, or influence.
"The empire showed its puissance through vast armies."
having great power or influence; mighty
"The king was a puissant ruler whose word was law."
physical beauty
"The actress was admired for her pulchritude as well as her talent."
to exert force on something in order to move it toward oneself
"She pulled the door open with all her strength."
a knitted garment worn on the upper body, typically pulled on over the head
"She wore a warm pullover during the cold winter evening."
a raised platform in a church from which the preacher delivers a sermon
"The pastor stood at the pulpit to address the congregation."
to expand and contract rhythmically; to throb or beat
"The neon lights pulsated with a steady rhythm."
To crush or grind something into a fine powder; to completely defeat or destroy.
"The machine can pulverize stones into dust."
To strike repeatedly with the fists; to beat or hit forcefully.
"The boxer pummeled his opponent in the final round."
to force liquid or gas to move in a particular direction using a device
"They pumped water from the well into the tank."
a large round orange fruit with thick skin and edible flesh
"We carved a jack-o'-lantern from a big pumpkin."
A humorous use of words that suggests different meanings or words that sound alike.
"He made a clever pun about the bakery's bread rising."
to hit someone or something hard with your fist
"He punched the wall in frustration."
The final part of a joke or story that makes it funny.
"Everyone laughed loudly at the punch line of his joke."
Showing great attention to detail or correct behavior.
"She was punctilious in her attention to etiquette."
The quality or habit of being on time; arriving or occurring at the scheduled time.
"His punctuality at work is commendable."
at the exact time arranged; on time; not late
"She always arrives punctually for meetings."
a small hole in a tire that causes air to escape
"I had to fix a puncture in my bicycle tire this morning."
An expert in a particular subject or field who is frequently called upon to give opinions to the public.
"Political pundits debated the election results on television."
The quality of having a strong, sharp taste or smell.
"The pungency of garlic filled the kitchen."
Having a sharply strong taste or smell.
"The pungent aroma of spices made the dish irresistible."
