英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
One of the colored segments of a flower that forms the corolla
"Each petal of the daisy was white with a yellow center."
to diminish gradually and come to an end; to fade or dwindle away
"The excitement of the event began to peter out after a few hours."
a formal written request, typically signed by many people, appealing to authority about a cause
"They signed a petition to improve road safety in the area."
to make someone so frightened that they are unable to move or think; to turn into stone
"The loud noise petrified the little child."
a description or representation of rocks, especially in detailed scientific writing
"The scientist studied the petrograph to understand the rock composition."
an undergarment worn by women under a dress or skirt
"She wore a white petticoat under her dress."
to argue or quibble over trivial matters; to engage in petty, dishonest practices
"The lawyer was accused of trying to pettifog instead of addressing the real issue."
Of little importance or trivial; also describes a person overly concerned with small or unimportant matters.
"She often gets upset over the most petty things."
The quality of being childishly sulky or bad-tempered.
"His petulance during the meeting annoyed everyone."
Childishly sulky or bad-tempered.
"The child became petulant when denied more candy."
A group of people or things arranged in a compact, close formation; also an ancient Greek military formation.
"A phalanx of reporters waited outside the courthouse."
an illusion, ghost, or figment of the imagination
"The child claimed to see a phantasm in the old house."
Having a fantastic, dreamlike, or surreal appearance, often shifting or illusory.
"The movie created a phantasmagorical vision of another world."
Excessively concerned with formal rules or outward show of morality, often in a hypocritical way.
"His pharisaical behavior made people doubt his sincerity."
A member of an ancient Jewish sect; by extension, a self-righteous or hypocritical person.
"He acted like a pharisee, judging others while ignoring his own faults."
An official book listing medicinal drugs, their effects, and directions for use.
"The doctor referred to the pharmacopoeia to check the drug's proper dosage."
A place where medicinal drugs are prepared and sold.
"I went to the pharmacy to buy antibiotics."
a distinct period or stage in a process of development
"We are in the final phase of the project."
A gradual reduction and eventual elimination of something.
"A phase-out of fossil fuels was agreed upon."
Observable events or occurrences, especially remarkable ones.
"Auroras are natural phenomena seen near the polar regions."
extraordinary, remarkable, or exceptional in a way that is very impressive
"The team achieved phenomenal success in the tournament."
an observable event, fact, or occurrence, often unusual or remarkable
"The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon."
a small glass container for liquids, especially medicines
"The doctor gave her a phial of medicine."
to engage in casual or frivolous romantic or sexual relationships
"He was known to philander with many women in town."
a man who habitually engages in casual romantic or sexual affairs
"The politician was exposed as a notorious philanderer."
showing concern for the welfare of others; generous and charitable
"She is known for her philanthropic activities in the city."
a person who seeks to promote the welfare of others, especially by donating money to good causes
"The philanthropist donated millions to build schools in rural areas."
the desire to promote the welfare of others, often expressed by the generous donation of money to good causes
"Philanthropy has helped improve healthcare in many developing countries."
a person who collects or studies postage stamps
"The philatelist spent years building a rare stamp collection."
the collection and study of postage stamps
"Philately is a hobby enjoyed by people of all ages."
relating to a symphony orchestra or its music
"The philharmonic orchestra performed a stunning rendition of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony."
a person who is indifferent or hostile to culture and the arts
"He was criticized as a philistine for dismissing modern art."
a person who loves or admires women
"As a known philogynist, he advocated for women's education."
a person who studies languages and their history
"The philologist analyzed ancient texts to understand language evolution."
the study of language in written historical sources; linguistics
"She devoted her career to philology, researching ancient manuscripts."
a person engaged in the study of philosophy or in serious thinking about fundamental questions
"Socrates was a famous philosopher of ancient Greece."
relating to the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence
"She maintained a calm and philosophical attitude during the crisis."
to think or talk about the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence
"He likes to philosophize about life and its meaning."
the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence
"Her philosophy emphasizes kindness and empathy."
Deceptive technique for stealing personal information unauthorized
"Phishing emails trick users into revealing passwords."
having an unemotional and stolidly calm disposition
"Despite the chaos, he remained phlegmatic and composed."
an extreme or irrational fear of something
"She has a phobia of heights and avoids tall buildings."
to lift something; to collect or receive someone or something; to learn or acquire gradually; to improve or increase
"She picked up the book from the floor."
a small flute, higher in pitch than the regular flute
"She played a lively tune on the piccolo during the concert."
a tool with a heavy metal head and long handle used for breaking up hard ground or rock
"The miner used a pick-axe to break through the rocky surface."
a visual representation made by painting, drawing, or photography
"The picture on the wall was painted by a famous artist."
trivial or insignificant; very small
"He made a piddling amount of money from that deal."
of little value or importance; trivial
"He complained about the picayune details of the contract."
a small truck with an open back; the act of collecting or improving something
"The company scheduled a pickup for the returned goods."
