英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
a person who takes part in an event or activity
"Each participant received a certificate after the workshop."
People who take part in something; those involved in an activity or event.
"Participants will enjoy breathtaking views."
to take part in an event or activity
"Many students will participate in the cultural festival."
Taking part in or becoming involved in an activity or event.
"Participating teams showcased their skills."
the action of taking part in something
"Her participation in the competition was commendable."
a very small piece or amount of something
"Dust particles floated in the air near the window."
Minute portions of matter.
"PM2.5 particles harm respiratory health."
specific or special; distinct from others
"He is very particular about his diet."
to mention or describe something in detail
"The witness was asked to particularize the events of that night."
to a higher degree than is usual or expected
"She is particularly fond of Italian food."
A strong supporter of a party, cause, or person; showing biased allegiance.
"The debate quickly turned partisan, with each side defending their own agenda."
an official government document that identifies a person and allows them to travel internationally
"She renewed her passport before traveling abroad."
relief of symptoms without curing the underlying disease or problem
"Palliation is often the focus of care for terminally ill patients."
Relating to disease; extreme or obsessive in a way that is abnormal.
"He has a pathological fear of failure."
Capable of causing disease.
"Some bacteria are harmless, while others are highly pathogenic."
The state of being someone's father.
"He demanded a paternity test to confirm his relationship with the child."
Relating to or characteristic of a father.
"He took a paternal interest in the boy’s education."
a government license granting exclusive rights to an inventor; also to obtain such rights
"He patented his new invention to protect it from being copied."
a piece of cloth or material used to cover or mend a hole or a tear
"He put a patch on his jeans to cover the tear."
a baked food product made from flour, fat, and water, often sweet or savory
"I bought a box of fresh pastries for breakfast."
A form of animal husbandry where domesticated animals are released onto large vegetated outdoor lands for grazing.
"Pastoralism is a traditional way of managing livestock."
relating to the countryside, shepherds, or rural life; also relating to spiritual guidance by a pastor
"The painting had a calm pastoral scene with sheep grazing."
a minister in charge of a Christian church or congregation
"The pastor delivered a heartfelt sermon on compassion."
an activity done regularly for enjoyment; a hobby or recreational activity
"Reading books is her favorite pastime during weekends."
a work of art, literature, or music that imitates the style of another artist, period, or genre
"The film was a clever pastiche of 1950s detective movies."
to stick or attach something using a soft, moist substance; also a thick, soft, moist substance itself
"She pasted the picture into her notebook."
an Italian food made from flour and water, typically shaped into noodles or sheets
"We had creamy pasta for dinner last night."
the time before the present; gone by in time
"He often thinks about his past mistakes."
a secret word or phrase used to gain access to something
"Make sure your password is strong and unique."
a narrow way through or between; a section of text or music; the process of moving from one state or place to another
"The narrow passage led from the courtyard to the library."
to some extent but not completely
"The project was partly successful, but more work is needed."
a person who shares or is associated with another in some action or endeavor
"She is my business partner in the new venture."
the state of being a partner or a group of partners
"Our partnership has helped both companies grow."
The act of giving birth; childbirth.
"The doctor explained the stages of parturition to the students."
a social gathering of people, typically for entertainment
"We had a great time at the birthday party."
A person who has recently gained wealth or influence but is not yet accepted socially.
"He was seen as a parvenu who lacked refinement despite his riches."
good enough to be accepted, though not excellent
"The road is barely passable after the storm."
the act of moving past something or the end of someone's life
"The passing of the leader was a great loss for the nation."
not actively responding or participating; in grammar, denoting the voice in which the subject undergoes the action
"Instead of taking charge, he remained passive during the meeting."
showing or caused by strong feelings or a strong belief
"He is passionate about environmental conservation."
A climbing plant with intricate, colorful flowers; also refers to royal poinciana tree with red-orange blooms
"The passion flower vine covered the garden wall with beautiful blooms."
a strong feeling of enthusiasm or excitement for something or about doing something
"Her passion for teaching was evident in every class."
Fresh cheese curds; cottage cheese made from curdled milk
"The cook prepared fresh passet by curdling warm milk with lemon juice."
no longer fashionable or current; out of date
"Some trends from last decade feel utterly passé now."
a person traveling in a vehicle but not operating it
"The passenger was reading a book during the trip."
