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60 words & definitions

prowl
For an animal or person to move around restlessly and stealthily, especially in search of prey
pry
To inquire too closely into a person's private affairs
pucker
To pull the sides of something, such as skin or cloth together so that folds or wrinkles are formed.
pummel
To continuously hit something or someone with the fist(s).
putter
To do things in a relaxed way, without rushing
quash
To reject or void, especially by legal procedure
quaver
To shake or tremble one's voice while speaking, typically because of nervousness or emotion
quibble
To argue or raise objections about a trivial matter
quiver
To tremble or shake with a slight rapid motion
prowess
Skill or expertise in a particular activity or field
prude
A person who is or claims to be easily shocked by matters relating to sex or nudity
puffery
Exaggerated or false praise
punk
A person who is unlikely to amount to anything, and tends to annoy others
putz
A stupid or worthless person
quirk
A peculiar behavioral habit
rabble
A disorderly crowd; a mob
puke
To vomit
quip
Make a witty remark
pudgy
Slightly fat
puny
Small and weak
quirky
Characterized by peculiar or unusual traits
quell
To put an end to a rebellion or other disorder, typically by the use of force
putrid
(of organic matter) decaying or rotting and emitting a fetid smell
quintessential
Representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class
quaint
Attractive or charming in an old fashioned way.
quagmire
A soft boggy area of land that gives way underfoot
radiance
Bright light or inner glow that shines from something or someone
racy
(of speech, writing, or behavior) lively, entertaining, and typically mildly titillating sexually
quench
To drink liquid so that you stop being thirsty
purgatory
An extremely unpleasant place or experience that causes suffering
punctual
On time; arriving or happening at exactly the time that has been arranged.
purge
To get rid of undesirable things
prudent
Careful and using good judgement.
pulverize
To crush something into a powder or very small pieces.
queasy
Feeling nervous, uneasy, or anxious.
pugnacious
Having a tendency or desire to fight or argue with other people
puke
Vomit
quip
A witty remark
purge
The act of getting rid of undesirable things
protrude
To stick out or extend beyond a surface or boundary, often in an abnormal or noticeable way.
provincial
Having a narrow or limited perspective, often associated with rural or less cosmopolitan viewpoints.
psycho
A person with severe mental health issues, often describing someone who behaves in an erratic or dangerous manner.
puddle
A small, shallow pool of water, typically formed by rain or melting snow, that collects on the ground.
puffy
Describing something with a rounded or bloated shape, such as a puffy pillow or a puffy cloud.
puncture
A sharp or sudden blow or impact, often causing damage to something like a tire, balloon, or container.
puncture
To burst or break through something, often suddenly and forcefully.
pushback
A reaction against a proposal, idea, or action, often in the form of disagreement or objection.
pushover
Someone who lacks the ability or inclination to resist, stand firm, or assert themselves.
pushy
Acting in a way that is overly eager to advance one’s own interests or opinions, often disregarding others' comfort or boundaries.
quackery
Deceptive or dishonest practices, particularly in fields such as health, medicine, or business, that are designed to exploit others.
qualms
A feeling of discomfort or uneasiness, often related to a decision.
quarrel
A verbal exchange of hostility, often between individuals or groups.
quarrel
To dispute or have a conflict with someone, often over a specific issue or topic.
quest
A noble or heroic endeavor, often involving self-discovery, personal growth, or exploration.
quorum
The minimum number of members required to be present in order to conduct official business or make decisions as a group.
purify
To refine or clarify something to make it more genuine, perfect, or pure
pungent
Something that has a sharply strong taste or smell.
punchline
The final part of a joke or funny story that gives it its humorous or dramatic point.
puzzling
Difficult to explain or understand
proximity
Being near or close in space or time.