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TOEFL 4500 - Set 14
(300 words)Word | POS | Definition |
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passion | noun | Intense emotion or enthusiasm |
passive | adj. | Accepting or allowing what happens without active response |
paste | verb | To insert copied or cut material |
pasture | noun | Land covered with grass and other low plants suitable for grazing animals, especially cattle or sheep. |
patch | noun | A piece of material used to cover a hole or strengthen a weak point |
patent | noun | A government authority or license giving a right or title for a set period, especially the sole right to exclude others from making, using, or selling an invention. |
path | noun | A track made by people or animals walking over the ground |
pathology | noun | The study of diseases, their nature, and effects |
patriot | noun | A person who loves and strongly supports their country |
patron | noun | A person who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, or cause. |
patronizing | adj. | Displaying a superior attitude |
pattern | noun | A repeated decorative design |
pave | verb | To cover a surface with a hard material |
pebble | noun | A small, rounded stone |
peculiar | adj. | Strange or odd; unusual |
pedagogy | noun | The method and practice of teaching |
pendant | noun | A piece of jewelry that hangs from a chain worn around the neck |
penicillin | noun | An antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections |
perform | verb | To carry out an action or task |
perfume | noun | A fragrant liquid |
periodic | adj. | Occurring at regular intervals |
peripheral | adj. | Relating to or situated on the edge or outer part of something |
perish | verb | To die, especially in a violent or sudden way |
perishable | adj. | Likely to spoil or decay quickly |
persist | verb | To continue firmly or obstinately |
personal | adj. | Relating to or affecting a particular person rather than anyone else. |
personality | noun | The combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual's distinctive character. |
pertain | verb | To relate directly to something |
pervasive | adj. | Spreading widely throughout an area or group |
pesticide | noun | A chemical used to kill pests |
petroleum | noun | A natural, oily liquid found beneath the Earth's surface, used to produce fuels |
pharmacy | noun | A place where medicines are prepared and dispensed |
phenomenon | noun | An observable event or occurrence |
pheromone | noun | A chemical substance released by an animal that influences the behavior or physiology of others of its species |
philosophy | noun | Study of fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence |
photodissociation | noun | The process in which a chemical compound is broken down by photons |
photography | noun | The art or practice of taking and processing pictures |
photosynthesis | noun | Process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods from carbon dioxide and water |
physical | adj. | Relating to the body |
physician | noun | A person qualified to practice medicine |
physiology | noun | The study of how living organisms function |
pictorial | adj. | Relating to or consisting of pictures |
pigeon | noun | A bird with a stout body and short legs, often found in cities. |
pigment | noun | A substance that provides color to materials |
pilot | noun | A person who operates the controls of an aircraft |
pine | noun | A type of evergreen tree with needles and cones |
pinpoint | verb | To identify or locate exactly |
pioneer | noun | A person who is among the first to explore or settle a new area or to develop a new field of study. |
pipe | noun | A tube used to convey water, gas, oil, or other fluid substances. |
piracy | noun | Act of attacking ships at sea to steal |
pitch | noun | A tone's highness or lowness |
plain | adj. | Clearly understood or obvious, without decoration or embellishment |
plankton | noun | Small organisms drifting in seas and bodies of fresh water |
plaster | noun | A mixture used for coating walls and ceilings |
plate | noun | A flat dish used for serving or eating food |
platitude | noun | A remark or statement that is overused and lacks originality |
pliable | adj. | Easily bent or shaped |
plow | verb | To turn over soil in preparation for planting |
plump | adj. | Having a full, rounded shape |
pointed | adj. | Having a sharp or tapered end |
polar | adj. | Relating to the North or South Pole |
pole | noun | A long, slender, rounded piece of wood or metal |
policy | noun | A course of action adopted and pursued by a government, party, ruler, or organization. |
polish | verb | To make smooth and shiny by rubbing |
politics | noun | The activities associated with governance |
pollen | noun | Fine powder from flowers that fertilizes other plants |
pollinate | verb | To transfer pollen to enable fertilization |
pollutant | noun | A harmful substance that contaminates the environment |
polygon | noun | A flat shape with straight sides |
popular | adj. | Liked or admired by many people |
populate | verb | To fill or inhabit an area |
pore | noun | A minute opening in a surface, especially the skin or a leaf, through which gases, liquids, or microscopic particles can pass. |
porous | adj. | Having small holes that allow air or liquid to pass through. |
posit | verb | To suggest or put forward an idea or theory |
position | noun | The location or arrangement of something |
possess | verb | To have or own something |
poster | noun | A large printed picture or notice, often used for advertising or decoration |
potassium | noun | A soft, silvery-white metal that is essential for living organisms |
potter | noun | A person who makes pottery |
pound | verb | To strike repeatedly with force |
poverty | noun | The state of being extremely poor |
powder | noun | Dry substance composed of fine particles |
practically | adv. | Almost or nearly |
prairie | noun | A large open area of grassland |
predator | noun | An animal that naturally preys on others |
predecessor | noun | A person who held a job or position before someone else. |
predict | verb | To say that an event or action will happen in the future, especially as a result of knowledge or experience. |
predominantly | adv. | Mainly or for the most part |
prehistoric | adj. | Relating to the time before written history |
preliminary | adj. | Coming before a more important action or event |
preponderance | noun | A greater amount or number of something |
prerequisite | noun | A requirement that must be fulfilled before something else can happen or be done |
prescribe | verb | To authorize the use of medicine or treatment |
prescription | noun | A written order from a doctor for a specific medicine |
presidency | noun | The office or position of the leader of a country or organization |
president | noun | The elected head of a republic or organization |
press | verb | To apply force to something |
prestigious | adj. | Having a high status or great respect |
pretension | noun | An attempt to impress by affecting greater importance or merit than is actually possessed. |
prevailing | adj. | Widely accepted, or dominant at a particular time |
prey | noun | An animal hunted or caught for food by another animal. |
primal | adj. | Essential or fundamental |
primate | noun | A mammal of the order that includes humans, apes, monkeys, and prosimians. |
prime | adj. | Of the best possible quality; excellent. |
principle | noun | A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior. |
prior | adj. | Existing or coming before in time, order, or importance. |
priority | noun | The fact or condition of being regarded or treated as more important than others. |
prize | noun | An award given for achievement |
procedure | noun | A series of actions conducted in a certain order or manner. |
productivity | noun | The effectiveness in producing desired results |
profession | noun | A paid occupation that requires formal training and qualifications |
professional | adj. | Relating to or connected with a profession |
proficient | adj. | Skilled and experienced at doing something |
profound | adj. | Very deep or intense |
progressive | adj. | Favoring or implementing social reform or new, liberal ideas |
prohibitively | adv. | In a way that prevents or forbids something, often by making it excessively expensive or difficult |
project | verb | To estimate or forecast something based on current trends or data |
prolonged | adj. | Lasting for a long time or longer than usual |
promote | verb | To support or actively encourage |
proof | noun | Evidence or argument establishing a fact or the truth of a statement |
proofread | verb | To read and mark corrections in a written or printed text |
proper | adj. | Suitable or appropriate |
property | noun | A thing or things owned by someone |
proponent | noun | A person who supports or argues for something |
prose | noun | Written or spoken language in its ordinary form, without metrical structure |
prosper | verb | To be successful or fortunate, especially in financial respects |
protest | verb | To express strong objection |
prototype | noun | An original model or first version of something from which other forms are developed or copied. |
psychoanalysis | noun | A method of studying the mind and treating mental disorders by exploring unconscious desires and conflicts. |
psychology | noun | The scientific study of the mind and behavior |
publication | noun | The act of making something publicly known |
publicize | verb | To make something known to the public |
pueblo | noun | A type of communal village built by Native American tribes in the Southwestern United States, typically made of adobe and stone, characterized by flat roofs and multiple stories. |
pulp | noun | A soft, wet, shapeless mass |
pulse | noun | The rhythmic throbbing of the arteries as blood is propelled through them |
pump | verb | To move liquid or gas by using a machine |
puncture | verb | To make a small hole in something |
pupil | noun | A student in school |
puppet | noun | A small figure or doll controlled by strings or hands |
pure | adj. | Not mixed with anything else |
purity | noun | The quality of being free from contamination or impurities |
purple | adj. | A color between red and blue |
pursue | verb | To follow or chase with determination |
pursuit | noun | Act of following or chasing |
pyramid | noun | A monumental structure with a square or triangular base and sloping sides that meet in a point at the top, used as a tomb or a platform for a temple. |
qualify | verb | To meet the necessary standards or requirements |
quantify | verb | To measure or express the amount of something |
quarry | noun | A place where stone, rock, or minerals are extracted from the ground |
quasar | noun | A very bright and distant object in space that emits large amounts of energy |
questionnaire | noun | A set of questions for gathering information |
quilt | noun | A bed cover made of two layers of fabric with padding in between, stitched together in a decorative pattern |
quit | verb | To stop doing something or leave a job or place |
quiz | noun | A test of knowledge, especially a brief, informal test given to students |
quote | verb | To repeat words from a book, author, speech, etc. |
racing | noun | The sport or activity of competing in races. |
racket | noun | A loud noise or clamor |
radar | noun | A system for detecting objects and determining their distance, speed, or other characteristics by sending out pulses of radio waves and analyzing the reflected signals. |
radioactive | adj. | Emitting radiation from the decay of atomic nuclei |
raft | noun | A flat structure for floating on water |
rainbow | noun | An arc of colors visible in the sky caused by the refraction and dispersion of the sun's light by rain or other water droplets. |
rainfall | noun | The total amount of rain that falls in a specific area during a specific time |
ranch | noun | A large farm for raising animals |
random | adj. | Happening without a specific pattern or purpose |
range | noun | The extent or scope of something |
rare | adj. | Not occurring very often; uncommon |
rash | noun | An area of redness and spots on a person's skin, appearing especially as a result of illness or an allergic reaction. |
rattle | verb | To make a rapid succession of short, sharp sounds |
raw | adj. | Uncooked or not processed |
rayon | noun | A textile fiber or fabric made from regenerated cellulose, typically derived from wood pulp. |
rear | noun | The back part of something |
receiver | noun | A person or thing that receives something |
receptacle | noun | A container used to hold something. |
receptor | noun | A structure or site on the surface of a cell or within a cell that binds with specific substances and triggers a response |
recession | noun | A period of temporary economic decline during which trade and industrial activity are reduced. |
recipe | noun | A set of instructions for preparing a particular dish |
recycle | verb | To process used materials to make them suitable for reuse |
reddish | adj. | Having a slight red tint |
reef | noun | A ridge of jagged rock, coral, or sand just above or below the surface of the sea. |
reference | noun | The action of mentioning or alluding to something. |
refine | verb | To improve by making small changes |
reflect | verb | To throw back light, heat, sound, or an image |
refreshing | adj. | Invigorating or revitalizing |
refrigerate | verb | To keep something cold to preserve it |
refurbish | verb | To renovate or redecorate something, especially a building |
regardless | adv. | Despite the prevailing circumstances |
regenerate | verb | To grow back or be renewed |
region | noun | A large area of land that is different from other areas |
regular | adj. | Happening or done frequently |
regulate | verb | To control or maintain the rate or speed of a process so that it operates properly |
rehabilitate | verb | To restore to a former condition or status |
rejuvenate | verb | To make someone or something look or feel younger, fresher, or more lively |
relative | noun | A person connected by blood or marriage |
relatively | adv. | In comparison with something else |
relay | verb | To pass on information |
release | verb | To set free or let go |
relic | noun | An object from the past with historical or cultural significance |
relief | noun | A feeling of reassurance and relaxation following release from anxiety or distress |
relieve | verb | To reduce pain or discomfort |
remainder | noun | Part left over |
remains | noun | Parts left after other parts have been removed or destroyed |
remark | verb | To say something as a comment; to mention |
remodel | verb | To change the structure or form of something |
removal | noun | The act of taking something away or off |
renew | verb | To restore or make something like new again |
repertoire | noun | A collection of skills or pieces a person can perform or use |
repertory | noun | A collection of works performed by a company or artist |
repetition | noun | The action of repeating something that has already been said or written. |
replicate | verb | To make an exact copy of something |
represent | verb | To stand in for or act on behalf of someone or something |
reproduce | verb | To produce offspring |
reptile | noun | A cold-blooded vertebrate of the class Reptilia, typically having dry scaly skin and laying soft-shelled eggs on land. |
republic | noun | A state in which supreme power is held by the people and their elected representatives |
repute | noun | The opinion generally held about someone or something |
request | noun | The act of politely or formally asking for something. |
require | verb | To need for a particular purpose |
reserve | verb | To set aside for future use |
reservoir | noun | A large natural or artificial lake used to store water for human use |
resin | noun | A sticky substance produced by some plants, often used in varnishes and adhesives |
resort | noun | A place for vacation or recreation |
resource | noun | A supply of something that can be used when needed |
respect | noun | A feeling of deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements |
respond | verb | To reply to something, especially with words or some form of action. |
response | noun | A reaction to something (often used in the context of answering or replying) |
restore | verb | To bring back to a former or original condition |
restraint | noun | Control over one's actions or emotions |
restricted | adj. | Limited or confined within bounds |
retail | noun | The sale of goods to the public in relatively small quantities for use or consumption rather than for resale. |
retreat | verb | To move back or withdraw |
reverse | verb | To change to the opposite direction or order |
review | verb | To examine or assess something |
revitalize | verb | To give new life or energy |
revival | noun | The act of bringing something back to life, practice, or popularity |
revolt | verb | To rise up against authority in opposition or armed resistance |
revolution | noun | A forcible overthrow of a government or social order in favor of a new system |
reward | noun | Something given in recognition of service, effort, or achievement |
rhinoceros | noun | A large, heavy mammal with thick skin and one or two horns on its snout, native to Africa and Asia. |
rhyme | noun | A word that has the same ending sound as another word |
rhythm | noun | A strong, regular, repeated pattern of movement or sound |
ribbon | noun | A long, narrow strip of fabric used for decoration or tying. |
ridge | noun | A long, narrow elevated land formation |
ritual | noun | A set of actions performed according to a prescribed order, often for religious or ceremonial purposes |
roam | verb | To move around freely without a fixed destination |
rod | noun | A long, thin, straight stick or bar |
rodent | noun | A small animal with sharp teeth for gnawing |
rodeo | noun | A public event showcasing skills in horseback riding and cattle handling |
roe | noun | Fish eggs |
roll | verb | To move by turning over and over |
romantic | adj. | Characterized by the expression of love |
rotate | verb | To turn around a central point or axis. |
roughly | adv. | Approximately or nearly |
rub | verb | To apply pressure and friction to a surface |
rug | noun | A piece of thick, heavy fabric, often used as a floor covering |
ruin | verb | To destroy or severely damage |
rumor | noun | A currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth. |
rural | adj. | Relating to the countryside rather than the town. |
sac | noun | A pouch or cavity in an animal or plant |
salamander | noun | A small amphibian that typically has a slender body, short legs, and a long tail |
salient | adj. | Most noticeable or important |
salmon | noun | A type of large fish known for its pink flesh |
salon | noun | A place where people receive beauty treatments |
sanitation | noun | Measures to maintain cleanliness and hygiene |
sapphire | noun | A precious blue gemstone |
satellite | noun | An artificial object placed in orbit around a celestial body to collect information or for communication. |
satiric | adj. | Using humor, irony, or ridicule to criticize or mock |
saturation | noun | The state of being completely filled or soaked |
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sauce | noun | A liquid or semi-liquid substance served with food to add flavor. |
saving | noun | Money set aside for future use |
scar | noun | A mark left on the skin or within body tissue after the healing of a wound or burn. |
scarf | noun | A piece of cloth worn around the neck or head for warmth or decoration. |
scavenger | noun | An animal or person that searches for and consumes discarded or dead material. |
scent | noun | A distinctive smell |
scheme | noun | A systematic plan or arrangement for attaining a particular goal |
scholar | noun | A person who is highly educated or has an aptitude for study |
score | noun | A number that expresses the accomplishment in a game or test |
scrape | verb | To remove something from a surface by rubbing or scratching |
script | noun | A set of written characters or symbols used in writing |
scrub | verb | To rub something hard to clean it |
scruffy | adj. | Untidy or shabby in appearance |
scuba | noun | Underwater breathing equipment |
sculpt | verb | To carve or shape a material into a form |
scurry | verb | To move quickly with short, hurried movements |
seal | noun | A sea mammal with a streamlined body and flippers, known for being playful and intelligent. |
season | noun | A division of the year marked by changes in weather |
section | noun | A distinct part into which something is divided |
secure | verb | To make safe |
sedentary | adj. | Characterized by much sitting and little physical activity |
seep | verb | To flow or leak slowly through porous material or small holes. |
seismic | adj. | Relating to earthquakes or other vibrations of the earth |
seismograph | noun | An instrument that measures and records details of earthquakes, such as force and duration. |
seismology | noun | The scientific study of earthquakes and the propagation of elastic waves through the Earth or other planet-like bodies. |
seminar | noun | A meeting for discussion or training |
senate | noun | A legislative body in the government |
senior | adj. | Having a higher rank or age |
sensory | adj. | Relating to the senses or sensation |
separate | verb | To set or keep apart |
sequoia | noun | A very tall evergreen tree native to California |
series | noun | A number of things, events, or people of a similar kind or related nature coming one after another |
setting | noun | The place or surroundings where something is positioned or where an event takes place |
settlement | noun | An official agreement intended to resolve a dispute or conflict |