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8,130 words, searchable by word, definition, part of speech, and CEFR level.

pleasure Noun B1

A feeling of happiness or satisfaction, or an activity that provides this.

plebeian Noun B1

Historically, a member of the common people in ancient Rome, as opposed to the aristocracy, or more generally, an ordinary person without high social status.

plebian Adjective C1

Relating to ordinary people, or, in a critical sense, common and unrefined.

pledge Noun A2

A serious promise to do or give something.

plenitude Noun C1

An abundant or complete amount of something.

plentiful Adjective A2

Available in a large amount, more than enough for what's needed.

plenty Noun A1

A large amount, more than enough.

plethora Noun C1

A very large or excessive amount of something.

pliable Adjective C1

Easily bent without breaking, or easily influenced or persuaded.

plot Noun A2

The sequence of events that make up a story.

plot structure Noun B1

The way the events of a story are organized and ordered, typically including a beginning, middle, and end.

plow Noun A1

A farming tool pulled through soil to turn it over before planting.

plucky Adjective C1

Showing courage and determination despite difficulty.

plug Noun A1

A device with metal pins that connects an electrical appliance to a power supply.

plum Noun A1

A small, round fruit with smooth purple or red skin and a single pit.

plumber Noun A1

A person whose job is to fit and repair water pipes and related equipment.

plummet Verb C1

To fall or drop suddenly and steeply.

plunder Verb B1

To steal goods from a place by force, especially during war or chaos.

pluralism Noun B2

A condition in which many different groups, beliefs, or interests coexist within one society, often seen as good for fairness and debate.

plus Preposition A1

Added to, used especially when combining numbers.

plutocracy Noun B2

A society or government controlled by the wealthy.

pocket Noun A1

A small bag sewn into clothing that is used for carrying small items.

pocket money Noun A1

A small amount of money given regularly to a child, often by a parent.

pod Noun A1

A long seed case that grows on certain plants, such as peas or beans.

poem Noun A1

A piece of writing arranged in lines, often using rhythm or rhyme to express feeling or ideas.

poet Noun B1

A person who writes poems.

poetry Noun B1

Written work in verse that expresses ideas or feelings, often using rhythm and imagery.

poignant Adjective B1

Causing a sharp feeling of sadness or emotional depth.

point Noun A1

A particular fact, idea, or purpose, or a sharp tip.

point mutation Noun B2

A change involving just a single base in a DNA sequence.

pointed Adjective B2

Having a sharp end, or, of a remark, direct and clearly critical.

poison Noun A1

A substance that can harm or kill a living thing if it enters the body.

poisonous Adjective B1

Containing a substance that can cause illness or death if absorbed by the body.

polar Adjective A2

Relating to the North or South Pole, or completely opposite.

polarity Noun B2

The state of having two opposite properties, ends, or charges, such as positive and negative.

polarization Noun B1

The division of a group into two opposing sets of extreme views or positions, with little middle ground remaining.

polarized Adjective C1

Divided sharply into two opposing groups or sets of beliefs.

pole Noun A1

A long, thin piece of wood or metal, usually round, used for support or as a marker.

polemic Noun C1

A strong written or spoken attack on someone's opinions or principles.

police Noun A1

The official organization responsible for making sure people obey the law and keeping order.

police station Noun A1

A building where police officers work and where crimes can be reported.

policeman Noun A1

A man who is a member of the police force.

policy Noun A2

An official plan of action agreed on by a government, business, or other organisation.

polite Adjective A1

Having good manners and showing respect for others.

political Adjective B1

Relating to the government, public affairs, or the activities involved in gaining and using power.

politician Noun B1

A person who works in politics, especially as an elected official.

politics Noun B1

The activities associated with governing a country or area, or a person's political views.

poll Noun B2

A survey of people's opinions, or the process of voting in an election.