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plummet
To fall or decline very rapidly.
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poignancy
The quality of evoking a keen or moving emotional response.
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porous
Containing small openings through which air or liquid can pass.
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preamble
An introductory statement preceding a main text or action.
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precocious
Showing abilities or development unusually early.
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priapic
Relating to an erect penis or, figuratively, conspicuously excessive male sexuality.
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pristine
In an original, pure, or unspoiled condition.
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probity
Strong moral integrity and honesty.
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problematic
Presenting difficulties, uncertainty, or grounds for concern.
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prodigal
Wastefully extravagant in spending or use of resources.
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profligate
Recklessly wasteful or lacking moral restraint.
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prohibitive
So great, costly, or restrictive that it prevents an action.
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propitiate
To win favor or reduce anger by a conciliatory act.
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proscribe
To forbid or officially condemn.
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proxy
A person authorized to act for another, or a substitute representing something else.
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pugnacious
Eager or inclined to quarrel or fight.
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pungent
Having a sharply strong smell or taste; figuratively, sharply effective.
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qualified
Limited by reservations, conditions, or restrictions.
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quibble
To raise a minor or evasive objection.
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quiescent
Quiet, inactive, or temporarily at rest.
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quip
A short, witty remark.
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quixotic
Idealistic to an impractical or unrealistic degree.
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rancid
Having an unpleasant smell or taste from the spoilage of fat or oil.
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rapacious
Aggressively greedy or grasping.