| propose |
to present or suggest as an idea to be considered. [3 definitions] |
| proposition |
a suggested plan of action. [2 definitions] |
| propulsion |
the act of causing forward movement, or the condition of being moved forward. |
| prose |
writing or speech in its usual form of a series of sentences. Most language that is not poetry can be described as prose. Novels, short stories, essays, and letters are examples of writing done in prose. |
| prosecute |
to begin or carry on a court action against in order to enforce the law. |
| prospect |
something that is expected or very likely to happen. [4 definitions] |
| prospector |
a person who prospects, or searches, for precious minerals and metals. |
| prosper |
to be successful or have good luck; thrive. |
| prosperity |
the state of being wealthy and successful. |
| prosperous |
having wealth, success, or good fortune. |
| protect |
to defend or keep safe; shield from danger or harm. |
| protection |
the act of keeping something safe from harm or the condition of being protected. [2 definitions] |
| protective |
protecting or made to protect. |
| protein |
a substance that is made up of nitrogen, carbon, oxygen, hydrogen, and possibly other elements. Proteins are found in all living things and are a necessary part of life processes. |
| protest |
an expression of being against something; objection; complaint. [4 definitions] |
| Protestant |
a Christian who belongs to a church other than the Catholic Church or an Eastern Orthodox church. |
| proton |
a tiny particle in the nucleus of an atom. A proton has a positive electrical charge. |
| protoplasm |
a substance that is like a jelly and is a necessary part of plant and animal cells. |
| protozoan |
a tiny living thing that is similar to an animal but has only one cell or lives as a colony of single cells. Protozoans include amoebas and paramecia. |
| protrude |
to push or stick out. |
| proud |
feeling pleased, satisfied, and worthy because of something one owns or has done. [3 definitions] |