11 Plus Vocabulary Words Starting With P

Past tense of pay; having received money for work or goods; given money in exchange

“She paid for the groceries with her credit card.”

Done with great care and thoroughness; involving much careful effort and attention to detail

“The restoration of the painting was a painstaking process that took years.”

A scientist who studies fossils and prehistoric life forms to understand the history of life on Earth

“The palaeontologist discovered a new species of dinosaur in the desert.”

Extending in the same direction and remaining the same distance apart; similar or corresponding in nature

“The railway tracks run parallel to the main road.”

The supreme legislative body of a country, especially the UK; a formal assembly for discussion

“The bill was passed by Parliament after months of debate.”

Accepting what happens without active response or resistance; not participating actively

“He took a passive role in the discussion, listening but rarely speaking.”

Land covered with grass suitable for grazing animals; to put animals to graze in a field

“The cows grazed peacefully in the green pasture.”

The pointed top of a mountain; the highest point or level of something; to reach the maximum

“The climbers reached the peak of the mountain at sunrise.”

Strange or unusual; different from what is normal or expected; belonging uniquely to a person or place

“There was a peculiar smell coming from the old cupboard.”

To become aware of something through the senses; to understand or interpret something in a particular way

“She perceived a change in his attitude towards her.”

Serious and immediate danger; exposure to the risk of harm or loss

“The sailors faced great peril during the storm.”

Full of danger or risk; extremely hazardous

“The perilous mountain path was only for experienced climbers.”

To die, especially in a violent or sudden way; to decay or deteriorate

“Thousands perished in the earthquake.”

To allow or give permission for something; an official document giving authorization

“The teacher permitted the students to leave early.”

Completely puzzled or confused; unable to understand something

“She looked perplexed when asked to solve the riddle.”

To convince someone to do or believe something through reasoning or argument

“She persuaded her parents to let her go to the concert.”

Relating to the body rather than the mind; relating to things that can be seen, touched, or measured

“Regular physical exercise is important for good health.”

The treatment of disease, injury, or disability through physical methods such as exercise and massage

“After the surgery, she needed months of physiotherapy to walk again.”

A substance that gives colour to something; natural colouring matter in living things

“The artist mixed pigments to create the perfect shade of blue.”

A person who is among the first to explore or develop something new; to be the first to develop

“Marie Curie was a pioneer in the field of radioactivity.”

Calm and peaceful; not easily upset or excited; tranquil

“The placid lake reflected the mountains like a mirror.”

A solemn promise or undertaking; to commit to giving or doing something

“The politician made a pledge to reduce taxes.”

A long, soft feather or arrangement of feathers; a cloud of smoke or steam rising into the air

“The peacock displayed its magnificent plume of feathers.”

To steal goods using force, especially during war or civil unrest; the violent seizure of property

“The pirates plundered the merchant ship.”

To jump or dive quickly and energetically; to decrease suddenly and dramatically

“She plunged into the cold swimming pool.”

The state of having two opposite qualities, tendencies, or poles; the direction of magnetic or electric force

“The polarity of the debate showed how divided opinions were.”

Self-important and excessively dignified; showing an inflated sense of one's own importance

“His pompous speech bored everyone at the conference.”

Domestic birds kept for eggs or meat, such as chickens, turkeys, ducks, and geese

“The farm raises poultry for the local market.”

Not securely held or in position; dangerously unstable; dependent on uncertain circumstances

“The vase was in a precarious position on the edge of the shelf.”

A preconceived opinion not based on reason or experience; unfair treatment based on such opinions

“We must fight against racial prejudice in all its forms.”

A gift; the current time; being in a particular place; to give or show something formally

“She opened her birthday presents with excitement.”

A special right or advantage available only to a particular person or group; an honour

“Having access to quality education is a privilege not everyone enjoys.”

Almost certainly; as far as one knows or can tell; in all likelihood

“It will probably rain tomorrow according to the forecast.”

To announce officially or publicly; to declare openly and proudly

“The king proclaimed a national holiday.”

To obtain something, especially with care or effort; to acquire or secure

“The company procured materials from sustainable sources.”

A paid occupation requiring specialized education and training; the body of people in such an occupation

“She chose medicine as her profession.”

Financial gain; the money made after subtracting costs; to gain benefit or advantage

“The company made a profit of two million pounds last year.”

A planned series of events or activities; a broadcast on television or radio; to arrange or schedule

“The school introduced a new reading programme for struggling students.”

To formally forbid by law, rule, or authority; to prevent or make impossible

“Smoking is prohibited in all public buildings.”

Important or well-known; easily visible; sticking out or projecting

“She is a prominent figure in the world of fashion.”

To support or encourage; to advance to a higher position or rank; to advertise or publicize

“The charity works to promote education in developing countries.”

Done without delay; quick to act; to cause or encourage an action; a cue or reminder

“We appreciate your prompt response to our enquiry.”

The way in which a word or language is spoken; the act of producing the sounds of speech

“Her pronunciation of French words was impeccable.”

A part or share of a whole; the relationship of one thing to another in terms of size or amount

“A large proportion of the budget goes towards education.”

Successful, flourishing, or thriving, especially financially; bringing wealth and success

“The prosperous merchant owned several ships.”

To stimulate or give rise to a reaction or emotion; to deliberately annoy or anger someone

“His comments provoked an angry response from the audience.”

Of or concerning the people as a whole; open to or shared by all; the community or people in general

“The park is open to the public seven days a week.”

Arriving or doing something at the expected or agreed time; prompt and on time

“She is always punctual for meetings and never keeps anyone waiting.”

A small hole made by a sharp object; to make a hole in something; to deflate suddenly

“The cyclist had to repair a puncture in his tyre.”

The reason for which something is done or created; a person's sense of resolve or determination

“The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the new project.”