Week 8 Voc.
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Paradox (n) | an apparently contradictory statement that is perhaps true |
| Paragon (n) | a model of excellence or perfection |
| Paramount (adj) | greatest in importance, rank, character. |
| Pariah (n) | an outcast |
| Parody (n) | a satirical imitation |
| Partisan (n) | a follower, adherent |
| Pathology (n) | a deviation from the normal |
| Pathos (n) | an emotion of sympathy |
| Paucity (adj) | small in quantity |
| Pejorative (adj) | derogatory, uncomplimentary |
| Penchant (n) | a tendency, partially, preference |
| Penitent (adj) | remorseful, regretful |
| Penultimate (adj) | next to last |
| Perfidious (adj) | disloyal, unfaithful |
| Perfunctory (adj) | showing little interest or enthusiasm |
| Permeate (v) | to spread throughout, saturate |
| Perspicacity (adj) | shrewdness, perceptiveness |
| Pert (adj) | flippant, bold |
| Pertinacious (adj) | stubbornly persistent |
| Perusal (n) | a careful examination, review |
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