Words Containing P
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2 letter words
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| up | 4 | getting higher or more vigorous | its an up market |
| pa | 4 | an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk | - |
| po | 4 | an independent agency of the federal government responsible for mail delivery (and sometimes telecommunications) between individuals and businesses in the United States | - |
| pi | 4 | someone who can be employed as a detective to collect information | - |
| op | 4 | - | - |
| pe | 4 | the 17th letter of the Hebrew alphabet | - |
3 letter words
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|---|---|---|---|
| put | 5 | attribute or give | She put too much emphasis on her the last statement |
| pay | 8 | cancel or discharge a debt | pay up, please! |
| top | 5 | be the culminating event | - |
| cop | 7 | uncomplimentary terms for a policeman | - |
| cup | 7 | treat by applying evacuated cups to the patient's skin | - |
| pop | 7 | bulge outward | His eyes popped |
| pig | 6 | domestic swine | - |
| yep | 8 | - | - |
| pal | 5 | a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities | - |
| per | 5 | Through; by means of; through the agency of; by; for; for each. | per annum |
| map | 7 | (mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function) | - |
| pee | 5 | eliminate urine | - |
| pot | 5 | slang for a paunch | - |
| tip | 5 | a V shape | - |
| pen | 5 | a correctional institution for those convicted of major crimes | - |
| hop | 8 | jump lightly | - |
| pie | 5 | a prehistoric unrecorded language that was the ancestor of all Indo-European languages | - |
| hip | 8 | the structure of the vertebrate skeleton supporting the lower limbs in humans and the hind limbs or corresponding parts in other vertebrates | - |
| rip | 5 | a dissolute man in fashionable society | - |
| spy | 8 | (military) a secret agent hired by a state to obtain information about its enemies or by a business to obtain industrial secrets from competitors | - |
| pro | 5 | an athlete who plays for pay | - |
| cap | 7 | a protective covering that is part of a plant | - |
| pet | 5 | preferred above all others and treated with partiality | - |
| yup | 8 | - | - |
| tap | 5 | draw from; make good use of | - |
| pan | 5 | cooking utensil consisting of a wide metal vessel | - |
| pre | 5 | - | - |
| pin | 5 | a holder attached to the gunwale of a boat that holds the oar in place and acts as a fulcrum for rowing | - |
| lap | 5 | the part of a piece of clothing that covers the thighs | his lap was covered with food stains |
| pit | 5 | (Christianity) the abode of Satan and the forces of evil; where sinners suffer eternal punishment | a demon from the depths of the pit |
| pat | 5 | having only superficial plausibility | - |
| rap | 5 | the act of hitting vigorously | - |
| lip | 5 | the top edge of a vessel or other container | - |
| pub | 7 | tavern consisting of a building with a bar and public rooms; often provides light meals | - |
| nap | 5 | the yarn (as in a rug or velvet or corduroy) that stands up from the weave | - |
| pam | 7 | - | - |
| sip | 5 | a small drink | - |
| zip | 14 | a fastener for locking together two toothed edges by means of a sliding tab | - |
| ape | 5 | someone who copies the words or behavior of another | - |
| pod | 6 | the vessel that contains the seeds of a plant (not the seeds themselves) | - |
| dip | 6 | appear to move downward | The sun dipped below the horizon |
| gap | 6 | an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity | there was a gap in his account |
| spa | 5 | a health resort near a spring or at the seaside | - |
| pad | 6 | add details to | - |
| mop | 7 | to wash or wipe with or as if with a mop | He mopped her forehead with a towel |
| paw | 8 | the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb | - |
| pea | 5 | a leguminous plant of the genus Pisum with small white flowers and long green pods containing edible green seeds | - |
| ops | 5 | (Roman mythology) goddess of abundance and fertility; wife of Saturn; counterpart of Greek Rhea and Cybele of ancient Asia Minor | - |
| rep | 5 | a fabric with prominent rounded crosswise ribs | - |
| pow | 8 | a person who surrenders to (or is taken by) the enemy in time of war | - |
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4 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| stop | 6 | put an end to a state or an activity | - |
| help | 9 | a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose | they hired additional help to finish the work |
| keep | 10 | the main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress | - |
| play | 9 | contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle | Princeton plays Yale this weekend |
| open | 6 | (of textures) full of small openings or gaps | an open texture |
| hope | 9 | intend with some possibility of fulfilment | I hope to have finished this work by tomorrow evening |
| part | 6 | the effort contributed by a person in bringing about a result | - |
| pick | 12 | the quantity of a crop that is harvested | he sent the first picking of berries to the market |
| plan | 6 | an arrangement scheme | a plan for seating guests |
| poor | 6 | of insufficient quantity to meet a need | a poor salary |
| past | 6 | a verb tense that expresses actions or states in the past | - |
| pull | 6 | strip of feathers | pull a chicken |
| pass | 6 | move past | A black limousine passed by when she looked out the window |
| step | 6 | treat badly | She is always stepping on others to get ahead |
| drop | 7 | a shape that is spherical and small | he studied the shapes of low-viscosity drops |
| pain | 6 | cause emotional anguish or make miserable | It pains me to see my children not being taught well in school |
| kept | 10 | (especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded | promises kept |
| paid | 7 | involving gainful employment in something often done as a hobby | - |
| deep | 7 | of an obscure nature | a deep dark secret |
| trip | 6 | get high, stoned, or drugged | He trips every weekend |
| paul | 6 | United States feminist (1885-1977) | - |
| park | 10 | a large area of land preserved in its natural state as public property | there are laws that protect the wildlife in this park |
| shop | 9 | small workplace where handcrafts or manufacturing are done | - |
| type | 9 | a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities) | the capable type |
| crap | 8 | obscene terms for feces | - |
| ship | 9 | go on board | - |
| jump | 15 | bypass | - |
| push | 9 | press, drive, or impel (someone) to action or completion of an action | He pushed her to finish her doctorate |
| upon | 6 | On; -- used in all the senses of that word, with which it is interchangeable. | - |
| papa | 8 | an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk | - |
| spot | 6 | a job in an organization | - |
| tape | 6 | measuring instrument consisting of a narrow strip (cloth or metal) marked in inches or centimeters and used for measuring lengths | the carpenter should have used his tape measure |
| pray | 9 | call upon in supplication; entreat | - |
| camp | 10 | an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose | - |
| pack | 12 | press down tightly | - |
| copy | 11 | a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record) | - |
| piss | 6 | eliminate urine | - |
| plus | 6 | involving advantage or good | a plus (or positive) factor |
| pool | 6 | something resembling a pool of liquid | he stood in a pool of light |
| post | 6 | a job in an organization | he occupied a post in the treasury |
| path | 9 | an established line of travel or access | - |
| pity | 9 | a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others | the blind are too often objects of pity |
| soup | 6 | an unfortunate situation | we're in the soup now |
| pure | 6 | without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers | pure folly |
| page | 7 | United States diplomat and writer about the Old South (1853-1922) | - |
| pair | 6 | a set of two similar things considered as a unit | - |
| dump | 9 | sell at artificially low prices | - |
| nope | 6 | - | - |
| punk | 10 | rock music with deliberately offensive lyrics expressing anger and social alienation; in part a reaction against progressive rock | - |
| trap | 6 | to hold fast or prevent from moving | - |
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5 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| place | 9 | a job in an organization | - |
| happy | 15 | marked by good fortune | a happy outcome |
| phone | 10 | (phonetics) an individual sound unit of speech without concern as to whether or not it is a phoneme of some language | - |
| sleep | 7 | a period of time spent sleeping | he felt better after a little sleep |
| speak | 11 | exchange thoughts; talk with | - |
| party | 10 | an organization to gain political power | in 1992 Perot tried to organize a third party at the national level |
| point | 7 | be oriented | The weather vane points North |
| power | 10 | energy made available by the flow of electric charge through a conductor | The power went oout around midnight |
| piece | 9 | repair by adding pieces | She pieced the china cup |
| peace | 9 | the absence of mental stress or anxiety | - |
| group | 8 | a set that is closed, associative, has an identity element and every element has an inverse | - |
| spend | 8 | pay out | spend money |
| paper | 9 | the physical object that is the product of a newspaper publisher | when it began to rain he covered his head with a newspaper |
| proud | 8 | having or displaying great dignity or nobility | proud alpine peaks |
| space | 9 | (printing) a block of type without a raised letter; used for spacing between words or sentences | - |
| plane | 7 | a power tool for smoothing or shaping wood | - |
| spent | 7 | drained of energy or effectiveness; extremely tired; completely exhausted | - |
| upset | 7 | having been turned so that the bottom is no longer the bottom | the upset pitcher of milk |
| peter | 7 | disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope | - |
| price | 9 | value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something | the price of success is hard work |
| press | 7 | a dense crowd of people | - |
| paris | 7 | the capital and largest city of France; and international center of culture and commerce | - |
| empty | 12 | leave behind empty; move out of | - |
| prove | 10 | provide evidence for | - |
| pants | 7 | (used in the plural) underpants worn by women | - |
| apart | 7 | placed or kept separate and distinct as for a purpose | had a feeling of being set apart |
| photo | 10 | a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide or in digital format | - |
| spoke | 11 | one of the crosspieces that form the steps of a ladder | - |
| super | 7 | a caretaker for an apartment house; represents the owner as janitor and rent collector | - |
| speed | 8 | a rate (usually rapid) at which something happens | the project advanced with gratifying speed |
| split | 7 | having been divided; having the unity destroyed | a split group |
| slept | 7 | - | - |
| cheap | 12 | tastelessly showy | - |
| japan | 14 | a constitutional monarchy occupying the Japanese Archipelago; a world leader in electronics and automobile manufacture and ship building | - |
| paint | 7 | a substance used as a coating to protect or decorate a surface (especially a mixture of pigment suspended in a liquid); dries to form a hard coating | artists use `paint' and `pigment' interchangeably |
| spare | 7 | not taken up by scheduled activities | spare time on my hands |
| proof | 10 | the act of validating; finding or testing the truth of something | - |
| stops | 7 | a gambling card game in which chips are placed on the ace and king and queen and jack of separate suits (taken from a separate deck); a player plays the lowest card of a suit in his hand and successively higher cards are played until the sequence stops; the player who plays a card matching one in the layout wins all the chips on that card | - |
| pussy | 10 | containing pus | - |
| parts | 7 | the local environment | he hasn't been seen around these parts in years |
| pills | 7 | - | - |
| shape | 10 | the visual appearance of something or someone | - |
| plant | 7 | (botany) a living organism lacking the power of locomotion | - |
| piano | 7 | (music) low loudness | - |
| pizza | 25 | Italian open pie made of thin bread dough spread with a spiced mixture of e.g. tomato sauce and cheese | - |
| steps | 7 | a flight of stairs or a flight of steps | - |
| sharp | 10 | (of something seen or heard) clearly defined | a sharp photographic image |
| punch | 12 | a tool for making holes or indentations | - |
| plate | 7 | (baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score | - |
| pride | 8 | a feeling of self-respect and personal worth | - |
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6 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| please | 8 | give pleasure to or be pleasing to | These colors please the senses |
| people | 10 | the common people generally | power to the people |
| pretty | 11 | to certain extent or degree | pretty big |
| police | 10 | the force of policemen and officers | - |
| person | 8 | a human being | there was too much for one person to do |
| happen | 13 | come upon, as if by accident; meet with | I happened upon the most wonderful bakery not very far from here |
| stupid | 9 | lacking intelligence | - |
| couple | 10 | link together | can we couple these proposals? |
| simple | 10 | apart from anything else; without additions or modifications | the simple passage of time was enough |
| report | 8 | an essay (especially one written as an assignment) | - |
| expect | 17 | regard something as probable or likely | The meteorologists are expecting rain for tomorrow |
| accept | 12 | give an affirmative reply to; respond favorably to | I cannot accept your invitation |
| except | 17 | take exception to | - |
| public | 12 | people in general considered as a whole | he is a hero in the eyes of the public |
| prison | 8 | a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment | - |
| passed | 9 | - | - |
| played | 12 | (of games) engaged in | the loosely played game |
| spirit | 8 | the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people | - |
| asleep | 8 | lacking sensation | my foot is asleep |
| escape | 10 | remove oneself from a familiar environment, usually for pleasure or diversion | We escaped to our summer house for a few days |
| simply | 13 | in a simple manner; without extravagance or embellishment | they lived very simply |
| planet | 8 | (astronomy) any of the nine large celestial bodies in the solar system that revolve around the sun and shine by reflected light; Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto in order of their proximity to the sun; viewed from the constellation Hercules, all the planets rotate around the sun in a counterclockwise direction | - |
| picked | 15 | - | - |
| papers | 10 | writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature) | - |
| weapon | 11 | any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting | he was licensed to carry a weapon |
| prince | 10 | a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign) | - |
| prefer | 11 | select as an alternative over another | - |
| paying | 12 | yielding a fair profit | - |
| opened | 9 | not sealed or having been unsealed | the opened package lay on the table |
| plenty | 11 | as much as necessary | I've had plenty, thanks |
| pardon | 9 | accept an excuse for | - |
| priest | 8 | a person who performs religious duties and ceremonies in a non-Christian religion | - |
| player | 11 | someone who takes part in an activity | he was a major player in setting up the corporation |
| spring | 9 | the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length | - |
| spread | 9 | fully extended in width | outspread wings |
| period | 9 | an amount of time | a time period of 30 years |
| repeat | 8 | to say, state, or perform again | - |
| hoping | 12 | - | - |
| pissed | 9 | very drunk | - |
| 14 | an enclosed space | the trapped miners found a pocket of air | |
| temple | 10 | (Judaism) the place of worship for a Jewish congregation | - |
| speech | 13 | (language) communication by word of mouth | his speech was garbled |
| appear | 10 | give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect | This appears to be a very difficult problem |
| proper | 10 | appropriate for a condition or purpose or occasion or a person's character, needs | everything in its proper place |
| palace | 10 | a large and stately mansion | - |
| spoken | 12 | uttered through the medium of speech or characterized by speech; sometimes used in combination | a spoken message |
| poison | 8 | any substance that causes injury or illness or death of a living organism | - |
| expert | 15 | having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude | an expert job |
| sports | 8 | - | - |
| policy | 13 | written contract or certificate of insurance | you should have read the small print on your policy |
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7 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| problem | 13 | a source of difficulty | what's the problem? |
| promise | 11 | make a prediction about; tell in advance | - |
| playing | 13 | the performance of a part or role in a drama | - |
| special | 11 | added to a regular schedule | a special holiday flight |
| perfect | 14 | without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers | a perfect idiot |
| company | 16 | a social or business visitor | the room was a mess because he hadn't expected company |
| perhaps | 14 | by chance | perhaps she will call tomorrow |
| picture | 11 | graphic art consisting of an artistic composition made by applying paints to a surface | his pictures hang in the Louvre |
| captain | 11 | the leader of a group of people | a captain of industry |
| explain | 16 | serve as a reason or cause or justification of | Her recent divorce may explain her reluctance to date again |
| present | 9 | perform (a play), especially on a stage | - |
| respect | 11 | (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point | it differs in that respect |
| stopped | 12 | (of a nose) blocked | a stopped (or stopped-up) nose |
| protect | 11 | shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage | Weatherbeater protects your roof from the rain |
| suppose | 11 | express a supposition | - |
| private | 12 | not expressed | secret (or private) thoughts |
| support | 11 | financial resources provided to make some project possible | the foundation provided support for the experiment |
| partner | 9 | a person's partner in marriage | - |
| grandpa | 11 | the father of your father or mother | - |
| putting | 10 | hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter | his putting let him down today; he didn't sink a single putt over three feet |
| patient | 9 | the semantic role of an entity that is not the agent but is directly involved in or affected by the happening denoted by the verb in the clause | - |
| helping | 13 | an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal | the helpings were all small |
| example | 18 | a representative form or pattern | I profited from his example |
| project | 18 | any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted | - |
| keeping | 14 | the responsibility of a guardian or keeper | he left his car in my keeping |
| suspect | 11 | imagine to be the case or true or probable | I suspect he is a fugitive |
| prepare | 11 | create by training and teaching | - |
| pretend | 10 | behave unnaturally or affectedly | - |
| program | 12 | an integrated course of academic studies | he was admitted to a new program at the university |
| opinion | 9 | the reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself) | - |
| purpose | 11 | reach a decision | - |
| airport | 9 | an airfield equipped with control tower and hangars as well as accommodations for passengers and cargo | - |
| opening | 10 | an open or empty space in or between things | there was a small opening between the trees |
| process | 11 | a natural prolongation or projection from a part of an organism either animal or plant | a bony process |
| planned | 10 | with planning and intention | - |
| pleased | 10 | feeling pleasurable satisfaction over something by which you measures your self-worth | - |
| popular | 11 | representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large | a democratic or popular movement |
| passing | 10 | lasting a very short time | a passing fancy |
| picking | 16 | the quantity of a crop that is harvested | he sent the first picking of berries to the market |
| percent | 11 | a proportion in relation to a whole (which is usually the amount per hundred) | - |
| passion | 9 | any object of warm affection or devotion | he has a passion for cock fighting |
| parking | 14 | space in which vehicles can be parked | there is plenty of parking behind the store |
| escaped | 12 | having escaped, especially from confinement | searching for two escaped prisoners |
| pulling | 10 | the act of pulling; applying force to move something toward or with you | his strenuous pulling strained his back |
| capable | 13 | possibly accepting or permitting | a passage capable of misinterpretation |
| species | 11 | a specific kind of something | a species of molecule |
| trapped | 12 | forced to turn and face attackers | like a trapped animal |
| plastic | 11 | capable of being molded or modeled (especially of earth or clay or other soft material) | plastic substances such as wax or clay |
| emperor | 11 | large richly colored butterfly | - |
| express | 16 | obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action | Italians express coffee rather than filter it |
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8 letter words
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| probably | 17 | easy to believe on the basis of available evidence | he will probably win the election |
| supposed | 13 | based primarily on surmise rather than adequate evidence | the supposed reason for his absence |
| hospital | 13 | a health facility where patients receive treatment | - |
| possible | 12 | existing in possibility | possible uses of nuclear power |
| speaking | 15 | delivering an address to a public audience | - |
| sleeping | 11 | quiet and inactive restfulness | - |
| surprise | 10 | the act of surprising someone | - |
| pleasure | 10 | a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience | he was tingling with pleasure |
| personal | 10 | a short newspaper article about a particular person or group | - |
| position | 10 | a condition or position in which you find yourself | the unpleasant situation (or position) of having to choose between two evils |
| promised | 13 | - | - |
| pregnant | 11 | rich in significance or implication | - |
| computer | 14 | a machine for performing calculations automatically | - |
| princess | 12 | a female member of a royal family other than the queen (especially the daughter of a sovereign) | - |
| complete | 14 | without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers | a complete coward |
| practice | 14 | translating an idea into action | a hard theory to put into practice |
| upstairs | 10 | on a floor above | they lived upstairs |
| pressure | 10 | to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means | - |
| powerful | 16 | strong enough to knock down or overwhelm | - |
| prepared | 13 | having made preparations | prepared to take risks |
| planning | 11 | the cognitive process of thinking about what you will do in the event of something happening | his planning for retirement was hindered by several uncertainties |
| painting | 11 | graphic art consisting of an artistic composition made by applying paints to a surface | a small painting by Picasso |
| possibly | 15 | by chance | we may possibly run into them at the concert |
| expected | 20 | considered likely or probable to happen or arrive | prepared for the expected attack |
| property | 15 | a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished | self-confidence is not an endearing property |
| shopping | 16 | searching for or buying goods or services | went shopping for a reliable plumber |
| positive | 13 | involving advantage or good | a plus (or positive) factor |
| pathetic | 15 | inspiring scornful pity | - |
| properly | 15 | in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances | If you don't behave properly, you'll have to leave! |
| precious | 12 | obviously contrived to charm | an insufferably precious performance |
| physical | 18 | impelled by physical force especially against resistance | a real cop would get physical |
| applause | 12 | a demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together | - |
| separate | 10 | treat differently on the basis of sex or race | - |
| champion | 17 | someone who has won first place in a competition | - |
| presence | 12 | the immediate proximity of someone or something | she blushed in his presence |
| producer | 13 | someone who manufactures something | - |
| politics | 12 | social relations involving intrigue to gain authority or power | office politics is often counterproductive |
| opposite | 12 | directly facing each other | they sat opposite at the table |
| progress | 11 | move forward, also in the metaphorical sense | - |
| accepted | 15 | generally approved or compelling recognition | several accepted techniques for treating the condition |
| spending | 12 | the act of spending or disbursing money | - |
| stopping | 13 | fastener consisting of a narrow strip of welded metal used to join steel members | - |
| paradise | 11 | any place of complete bliss and delight and peace | - |
| passport | 12 | any quality or characteristic that gains a person a favorable reception or acceptance or admission | his wealth was not a passport into the exclusive circles of society |
| approach | 17 | the act of drawing spatially closer to something | the hunter's approach scattered the geese |
| prisoner | 10 | a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war | - |
| presents | 10 | - | - |
| reporter | 10 | a person who investigates and reports or edits news stories | - |
| partners | 10 | - | - |
| campaign | 15 | several related operations aimed at achieving a particular goal (usually within geographical and temporal constraints) | - |
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9 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| important | 13 | having authority or ascendancy or influence | an important official |
| happening | 17 | an event that happens | - |
| president | 12 | the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization | - |
| apartment | 13 | a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house | - |
| professor | 14 | someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university | - |
| apologize | 21 | acknowledge faults or shortcomings or failing | I apologized for being late |
| surprised | 12 | taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment | surprised by her student's ingenuity |
| operation | 11 | activity by a military or naval force (as a maneuver or campaign) | it was a joint operation of the navy and air force |
| expensive | 21 | high in price or charging high prices | expensive clothes |
| happiness | 16 | state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy | - |
| political | 13 | involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians | calling a meeting is a political act in itself |
| perfectly | 19 | completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers | a perfectly idiotic idea |
| expecting | 21 | - | - |
| disappear | 14 | cease to exist | - |
| inspector | 13 | an investigator who observes carefully | - |
| telephone | 14 | electronic equipment that converts sound into electrical signals that can be transmitted over distances and then converts received signals back into sounds | I talked to him on the telephone |
| newspaper | 16 | the physical object that is the product of a newspaper publisher | when it began to rain he covered his head with a newspaper |
| desperate | 12 | fraught with extreme danger; nearly hopeless | a desperate illness |
| champagne | 19 | a region of northeastern France | - |
| equipment | 22 | an instrumentality needed for an undertaking or to perform a service | - |
| kidnapped | 19 | - | - |
| principal | 15 | the educator who has executive authority for a school | she sent unruly pupils to see the principal |
| potential | 11 | the difference in electrical charge between two points in a circuit expressed in volts | - |
| explosion | 18 | a violent release of energy caused by a chemical or nuclear reaction | - |
| impressed | 14 | deeply or markedly affected or influenced | - |
| policeman | 15 | a member of a police force | - |
| developed | 16 | (used of societies) having high industrial development | developed countries |
| depressed | 13 | lower than previously | the market is depressed |
| interrupt | 11 | make a break in | We interrupt the program for the following messages |
| separated | 12 | being or feeling set or kept apart from others | thought of herself as alone and separated from the others |
| represent | 11 | perform (a play), especially on a stage | - |
| hopefully | 20 | with hope; in a hopeful manner | we searched hopefully for a good position |
| precisely | 16 | indicating exactness or preciseness | he was doing precisely (or exactly) what she had told him to do |
| preparing | 14 | - | - |
| procedure | 14 | a process or series of acts especially of a practical or mechanical nature involved in a particular form of work | - |
| someplace | 15 | in or at or to some place | - |
| protected | 14 | guarded from injury or destruction | - |
| temporary | 16 | a worker (especially in an office) hired on a temporary basis | - |
| transport | 11 | the act of moving something from one location to another | - |
| spiritual | 11 | a kind of religious song originated by Blacks in the southern United States | - |
| reception | 13 | the act of receiving | - |
| complaint | 15 | (criminal law) a pleading describing some wrong or offense | - |
| promotion | 13 | a message issued in behalf of some product or cause or idea or person or institution | - |
| published | 17 | formally made public | published accounts |
| completed | 16 | successfully completed or brought to an end | the completed project |
| suspected | 14 | believed likely | a suspected thief |
| practical | 15 | guided by practical experience and observation rather than theory | completely practical in his approach to business |
| corporate | 13 | done by or characteristic of individuals acting together | the corporate good |
| permanent | 13 | a series of waves in the hair made by applying heat and chemicals | - |
| accompany | 20 | be present or associated with an event or entity | - |
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View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| completely | 19 | to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly') | it was completely different from what we expected |
| impossible | 16 | totally unlikely | - |
| especially | 17 | to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common | an especially (or specially) cautious approach to the danger |
| experience | 21 | go through (mental or physical states or experiences) | experience vertigo |
| appreciate | 16 | be fully aware of; realize fully | Do you appreciate the full meaning of this letter? |
| department | 15 | a specialized division of a large organization | you'll find it in the hardware department |
| apparently | 17 | unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly') | she has apparently been living here for some time |
| permission | 14 | the act of giving a formal (usually written) authorization | - |
| personally | 15 | in the flesh; without involving anyone else | I went there personally |
| particular | 14 | exacting especially about details | very particular about how her food was prepared |
| friendship | 19 | the state of being friends (or friendly) | - |
| protection | 14 | payment extorted by gangsters on threat of violence | every store in the neighborhood had to pay him protection |
| production | 15 | an artifact that has been created by someone or some process | they export most of their agricultural production |
| punishment | 17 | the act of punishing | - |
| reputation | 12 | the state of being held in high esteem and honor | - |
| impressive | 17 | producing a strong effect | gave an impressive performance as Othello |
| atmosphere | 17 | a particular environment or surrounding influence | there was an atmosphere of excitement |
| pretending | 14 | the act of giving a false appearance | his conformity was only pretending |
| experiment | 21 | the testing of an idea | it was an experiment in living |
| suspicious | 14 | not as expected | suspicious behavior |
| impression | 14 | a concavity in a surface produced by pressing | he left the impression of his fingers in the soft mud |
| whispering | 19 | speaking softly without vibration of the vocal cords | - |
| photograph | 21 | record on photographic film | I photographed the scene of the accident |
| protecting | 15 | shielding (or designed to shield) against harm or discomfort | the protecting blanket of snow |
| population | 14 | (statistics) the entire aggregation of items from which samples can be drawn | it is an estimate of the mean of the population |
| expression | 19 | a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations | pardon the expression |
| helicopter | 17 | an aircraft without wings that obtains its lift from the rotation of overhead blades | - |
| appearance | 16 | pretending that something is the case in order to make a good impression | they try to keep up appearances |
| prostitute | 12 | a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money | - |
| philosophy | 23 | a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school | - |
| prosecutor | 14 | a government official who conducts criminal prosecutions on behalf of the state | - |
| possession | 12 | the trait of resolutely controlling your own behavior | - |
| operations | 12 | financial transactions at a brokerage; having to do with the execution of trades and keeping customer records | - |
| kidnapping | 20 | (law) the unlawful act of capturing and carrying away a person against their will and holding them in false imprisonment | - |
| profession | 15 | an open avowal (true or false) of some belief or opinion | a profession of disagreement |
| practicing | 17 | - | - |
| physically | 23 | in accord with physical laws | it is physically impossible |
| discipline | 15 | a branch of knowledge | in what discipline is his doctorate? |
| depression | 13 | a state of depression and anhedonia so severe as to require clinical intervention | - |
| conspiracy | 19 | a secret agreement between two or more people to perform an unlawful act | - |
| importance | 16 | a prominent status | a person of importance |
| unexpected | 22 | not expected or anticipated | unexpected guests |
| surprising | 13 | causing surprise or wonder or amazement | the report shows a surprising lack of hard factual data |
| passionate | 12 | having or expressing strong emotions | - |
| disappoint | 15 | fail to meet the hopes or expectations of | - |
| performing | 18 | the performance of a part or role in a drama | - |
| compliment | 18 | say something to someone that expresses praise | He complimented her on her last physics paper |
| specialist | 14 | practices one branch of medicine | - |
| previously | 18 | at an earlier time or formerly | she had previously lived in Chicago |
| occupation | 16 | the act of occupying or taking possession of a building | occupation of a building without a certificate of occupancy is illegal |
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Prepare to embark on a linguistic adventure where the humble letter "P" takes center stage, transforming ordinary expressions into memorable utterances. This consonant carries a punch, offering power and playfulness when it punctuates our language. From peppery pronunciations to pleasing phonetics, the presence of "P" adds pizzazz to words, making them unique, useful, and undeniably fun. Join us as we explore a variety of words containing "P" that will pique your interest and perhaps even enhance your vocabulary.
About words containing P
The letter "P" is a powerhouse in the English language, frequently appearing in various positions within words, creating unique sounds and meanings. It's a plosive, meaning it involves a burst of air from the lips, adding emphasis and clarity to communication. Words like "pop" and "puff" exemplify this explosive quality, transforming simple sounds into dynamic expressions. The letter’s versatility shines, whether it's leading the charge at the beginning of words or sneaking in mid-way, influencing the word's rhythm and flow.
"P" often partners with other letters to create intriguing combinations that can change a word’s entire meaning. Consider "ph" in "phone," where it morphs into an "f" sound, or "sp" in "spice," which adds a sibilant twist to the pronunciation. These combinations demonstrate the letter's adaptability and its critical role in the evolution of language. The strategic placement of "P" within words not only alters pronunciation but also affects how words are perceived and understood, showcasing its indispensable nature.
Popular word examples
Words containing "P" frequently pop up in everyday conversation, bringing clarity and charisma to our dialogue. Let's dive into some popular examples and see what makes them stand out.
Pumpkin
- Definition: A large, round, orange fruit with a thick rind, often used for cooking and decoration.
- Example in a Sentence: Every Halloween, we carve a spooky face into a pumpkin.
- Fun Fact: The word "pumpkin" originates from the Greek word "pepon," meaning "large melon."
Popcorn
- Definition: A type of corn kernel that expands and puffs up when heated, commonly eaten as a snack.
- Example in a Sentence: We munched on popcorn while watching the movie.
- Fun Fact: Popcorn has been enjoyed for thousands of years, with evidence of its consumption dating back to ancient Peru.
Pineapple
- Definition: A tropical fruit with spiky skin and sweet, juicy flesh.
- Example in a Sentence: She made a delicious pineapple smoothie.
- Fun Fact: Despite its name, pineapples have no relation to apples; their name comes from early European explorers who thought they resembled pine cones.
Puppy
- Definition: A young dog, especially one less than a year old.
- Example in a Sentence: The puppy wagged its tail excitedly when it saw its owner.
- Fun Fact: The word "puppy" comes from the French "poupee," meaning "doll" or "toy."
Paper
- Definition: Thin material made from cellulose pulp, used for writing, printing, or wrapping.
- Example in a Sentence: She wrote her notes on a piece of paper.
- Fun Fact: The word "paper" derives from "papyrus," an ancient writing material used by Egyptians.
Pepper
- Definition: A spice made from the dried berries of the pepper plant, used to add flavor to food.
- Example in a Sentence: He sprinkled pepper over his pasta for extra taste.
- Fun Fact: Black pepper was once so valuable that it was used as currency in ancient times.
Planet
- Definition: A celestial body orbiting a star, large enough to be rounded by its gravity.
- Example in a Sentence: Earth is the third planet from the sun.
- Fun Fact: The word "planet" comes from the Greek "planetes," meaning "wanderer," referring to how planets move across the sky.
Plumber
- Definition: A person who installs and repairs pipes and fixtures related to water supply and sanitation.
- Example in a Sentence: The plumber fixed the leaky faucet in the kitchen.
- Fun Fact: "Plumber" comes from the Latin "plumbum," meaning "lead," since pipes were once made from lead.
Pizza
- Definition: A dish of Italian origin consisting of a flat, round base of dough topped with cheese, tomato sauce, and other ingredients.
- Example in a Sentence: We ordered a large pepperoni pizza for dinner.
- Fun Fact: The word "pizza" was first documented in a Latin text from the southern Italian town of Gaeta in 997 AD.
Photograph
- Definition: An image created by capturing light on a light-sensitive surface, such as film or a digital sensor.
- Example in a Sentence: She took a beautiful photograph of the sunset.
- Fun Fact: The term "photograph" comes from the Greek words "photos" meaning "light" and "graphe" meaning "drawing."
High-scoring scrabble examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, words containing "P" can be a game-changer, often racking up impressive scores thanks to the letter's point value. Here's a list of some high-scoring Scrabble words:
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Zappiest | 21 | Most full of energy or liveliness. |
| Zeppelin | 20 | A type of large German airship. |
| Ziplock | 21 | A plastic bag with a sealable closure. |
| Jumpstart | 19 | To start or restart quickly and energetically. |
| Prejudge | 19 | To judge beforehand without adequate evidence. |
| Playoffs | 18 | Competitions to determine a championship winner. |
| Haphazard | 28 | Lacking any obvious principle of organization. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Wordle fans know the thrill of guessing the perfect five-letter word. Here's a selection of popular choices that include "P":
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Apple | A round fruit with red, green, or yellow skin. |
| Happy | Feeling or showing pleasure or contentment. |
| Shape | The external form or appearance of something. |
| Sharp | Having a thin edge or point that can cut easily. |
| Sport | An activity involving physical exertion and skill. |
| Spare | Additional to what is required for ordinary use. |
| Spicy | Having a strong, hot flavor. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Beyond the common and the competitive, there exists a realm of unusual and rare words containing "P" that intrigue linguists and logophiles alike.
Palimpsest
- Definition: A manuscript or piece of writing material on which later writing has been superimposed on effaced earlier writing.
- Interesting Fact: The word "palimpsest" comes from the Ancient Greek "palÃmpsÄ“stos," meaning "scraped again."
- Example in a Sentence: The historian was thrilled to discover a palimpsest beneath the ancient document.
Perspicacious
- Definition: Having a ready insight into and understanding of things.
- Interesting Fact: "Perspicacious" stems from the Latin "perspicax," meaning "clear-sighted."
- Example in a Sentence: Her perspicacious nature made her an excellent detective.
Pulchritude
- Definition: Beauty, especially physical beauty.
- Interesting Fact: Despite its unpleasant sound, "pulchritude" denotes something pleasing and attractive.
- Example in a Sentence: The pulchritude of the landscape left the travelers in awe.
Precipice
- Definition: A very steep rock face or cliff, especially a tall one.
- Interesting Fact: The word "precipice" is derived from the Latin "praecipitium," meaning "a steep fall."
- Example in a Sentence: They stood cautiously at the edge of the precipice.
Psithurism
- Definition: The sound of the wind through trees or rustling leaves.
- Interesting Fact: "Psithurism" comes from the Greek word "psithuros," meaning "whispering."
- Example in a Sentence: The psithurism in the forest was both eerie and soothing.
Final words
As we've journeyed through this exploration of words containing "P," we've discovered a vast array of expressions enriched by this particular letter. The power of "P" transforms the way we communicate, offering depth, texture, and a touch of whimsy to our language. Whether you're scoring big in Scrabble, finding the right word for Wordle, or simply enjoying the melody of speech, "P" is your playful partner in linguistic creativity.
