Words beginning with P

Very fast or quickly; a directive for the musician(s) to play in a very quick tempo.

To be so presumptuous as (to do something) without proper authority or permission [with to (+ infinitive)].

Based on presumption or conjecture; inferred, likely, presumed.

In a presumptuous manner; arrogantly.

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The administrative capital of South Africa.

superlative form of pretty: most pretty

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To be superior in strength, dominance, influence, or frequency; to have or gain the advantage over others; to have the upper hand; t…

Widespread or preferred.

Evasion of the truth.

The act of preventing or hindering; obstruction of action, access, or approach; thwarting.

A potentially painful or harmful medical condition in which the erect penis does not return to its flaccid state (despite the absenc…

The principal female singer or the leading lady.

At first sight; on the face of it.

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simple past and past participle of prime

A children's book intended to teach literacy: how to read, write, and spell.

An original or primary word; a word not derived from another, as opposed to derivative.

To spend time improving one's appearance, often in front of a mirror.

Any plant of the genus Primula; the primroses.

Someone who is preeminent in their field; a great person.

Englishman and husband of Elizabeth II (born 1921)

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A town in southern British Columbia.

To prickle or tingle.

A surname from German.

An item's relative importance.