| Term | Definition |
| Percussion | the sharp striking of one thing against another; instruments that make a sound when struck; describing the striking of a substance or a musical instrument |
| Perennial | lasting an indefinitely long time |
| Permeate | to penetrate through spaces; to spread throughout |
| Dilatory | tending to delay or to postpone |
| Defer | to postpone something; to yield to another's wisdom |
| Elation | excited feelings of pride, triumph, or happiness |
| Infer | to form a conclusion through the use of data or evidence |
| Contend | to fight, struggle; to compete; to argue |
| Intent | purpose, adj. concentrationg on or dedicated to an idea or action |
| Persevere | to hold fast to a task despite obstacles or disabilities |