| Term | Definition |
| plunder | to rob; to take by force |
| plutocracy | rule by the wealthy class |
| poach | to trespass |
| podium | a platform |
| poignant | keenly distressing; affecting the emotions |
| polarize | to separate into opposing groups |
| polemic | a controversy or argument |
| politic | diplomatic; shrewd |
| poltroon | a coward |
| polychromatic | many-colored |
| polyglot | speaking or writing several languages |
| polymorphic | having many forms |
| polytheism | belief in many gods |
| pomp | brilliant show or display |
| ponder | to think deeply; to consider carefully |
| ponderous | heavy; burdensome |
| porcine | of or like a pig |
| portable | capable of being carried |
| portal | door; gate; entrance |
| portentous | warning; foreshadowing |