Words starting with P

proclamation

An official, public, or authoritative announcement of an important matter.

profiteer

A person who is accused of exploiting a situation or institution for personal financial…

progesterone

A steroid hormone that plays a key role in the female reproductive cycle and is involved…

proliferation

The rapid and potentially dangerous spread of advanced technologies or sensitive…

proline

An alpha-amino acid that is a vital building block of proteins, specifically essential…

propagation

The process by which radio waves travel or spread through a medium, such as air or space,…

propellant

A chemical substance or mixture used to produce the thrust necessary to propel a…

propensity

A natural tendency or recurring inclination to behave in a particular way.

prophylaxis

Medical measures, such as treatment or medication, taken to prevent the onset or…

proportionality

The legal requirement in international humanitarian law that military attacks must not…

proselytization

The act or practice of attempting to convert others to a particular religion, especially…

prosociality

Behavior that is intended to benefit others, such as cooperating, sharing, and offering…

prospectus

A formal document providing details about an investment offering or business venture to…

prosthesis

An artificial device, such as a limb or joint, that replaces a missing or injured body…

proteinuria

A medical condition characterized by the presence of an abnormal amount of protein in the…

proteomics

The large-scale study and analysis of the entire set of proteins produced or modified by…

protégé

A younger person who is guided, supported, and trained by an influential or experienced…

provenance

The documented history or record of origin that verifies the authenticity and ownership…

proviso

A specific clause or condition included in a legal document or budget that requires…

provocation

An action or speech intentionally designed to incite anger, irritation, or a strong…

provost

A high-ranking administrative officer in a university, typically responsible for academic…

prowess

Superior skill, expertise, or strength in a particular field or activity.

proxy

A representative or substitute authorized to act on behalf of another entity, or an event…

pseudonym

A fictitious name used by an individual to conceal their true identity, especially to…

psilocybin

A naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in certain types of fungi, currently…

psyche

The human mind, including its consciousness, personality, emotional health, and internal…

psychoanalysis

A therapeutic approach that emphasizes the use of verbal communication and dialogue…

psychodiagnostics

The systematic use of standardized digital tools and validated scientific scales to…

psychoeducation

The practice of providing information and guidance to individuals about their mental…

psychopathology

The scientific study or clinical assessment of mental disorders, psychological distress,…

psychopathy

A personality disorder characterized by persistent antisocial behavior, impaired empathy…

psychotherapist

A professional trained to treat mental and emotional disorders through psychological…

psyop

A clandestine or manipulative psychological strategy designed to influence public…

pulmonology

The branch of medicine concerned with the study, diagnosis, and treatment of conditions…

pulsar

A highly magnetized, rotating neutron star that emits beams of electromagnetic radiation…

pungency

A sharp, stinging, or peppery sensation in the throat caused by certain high-quality…

punter

A football player whose primary role is to kick the ball after dropping it from their…

purine

A type of nitrogenous chemical compound found in many foods that the body breaks down…

purist

A person who insists that a tradition, practice, or system should be maintained in its…

puritanism

The practice of enforcing or expressing excessive moral rigidity, conservative social…

purview

The range of influence, concern, or responsibility assigned to a person or an…

putschist

A person who participates in or supports an illegal attempt to overthrow a government by…

pyrocumulonimbus

A dense, towering cloud formation produced by the intense heat of a wildfire that can…