| proper |
correct for a certain purpose. [3 definitions] |
| properly |
in the appropriate way. [3 definitions] |
| proper noun |
a capitalized noun that names a particular person, place, or thing. In the sentence, "I am from Russia," "Russia" is the proper noun. |
| property |
all of one's possessions taken as a whole, or a part of those possessions. [3 definitions] |
| prophecy |
a prediction or warning of future events. [2 definitions] |
| prophet |
a person who predicts the future. |
| proportion |
a part of a whole. [3 definitions] |
| proposal |
a suggested plan. [2 definitions] |
| 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. |