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profanity - A form of speech that violates social or moral standards, particularly in relation to sacred or revered subjects.

The teacher had to address the use of profanity in the classroom after several students started swearing loudly.

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premonition - A strong feeling that something is about to happen, especially something unpleasant.

In 1929 he had a premonition that something bad would happen to the stock market, so he sold all his stocks just in time.

verb

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prevail - To prove more powerful than opposing forces; to win and be victorious

Though the 15 rounds of the boxing match was extremely difficult, in the end Mike prevailed over his opponent.

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precipice - A very sleep side of a cliff or a mountain.

At the top of the mountain, they gasped when they looked over the precipice in front of them.

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precision - Being exact and accurate.

Einstein's theory of relativity explains gravity's waves with incredible precision.

adjective

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Good / Beautiful

posh - Elegant or stylishly luxurious

For a high enough price, people can stay in posh hotel rooms and indulge themselves.

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Other / Fast

prompt - To be on time

Arlene was proud that she was very prompt with regards to arriving at work, and she got there exactly at 9AM every morning.

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Bad / Weak

pooped - Extremely tired

After working all night, Sara was too pooped to even go home to her own bed.

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prior - Relating to or concerning earlier events or actions.

She was unable to attend due to a prior commitment.

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Bad / Dangerous

precarious - Not safe and likely to fall or fail

Jill's spending habits were without bound, and as a result her financial situation was precarious.

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Other / Inward

prim - Stiffly formal and respectable; feeling or showing disapproval of anything regarded as improper

In Victorian England, women were very prim and proper, never engaging in unladylike behavior.

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Good / Energy

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powerhouse - A person, organization, or thing that is very strong, effective, or influential in a particular field or activity.

The athlete became a powerhouse on the track, winning multiple championships and setting records.