Archives for December 2020

Definition of Pya structure with sloping sides that meets at the top and sits on a triangular or squareExamples of Pyramid in a senA pyramid of delicious cupcakes was positioned on the triangular display.  An unusual glass elevator traveled up the sloping side of the pyramid at a 40 degree angle.  Making their way into the colossal pyramid, archeologists searched for … [Read more...] about Pyramid used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Puzzla feeling of confusion or bewildeExamples of Puzzlement in a senThe student voiced his puzzlement when trying to solve the complex geometry problem.  Looking at the map with puzzlement, the lost driver tried to figure out which direction she should travel toward.  The labyrinth was a great source of puzzlement from those trying to escape the … [Read more...] about Puzzlement used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Puconfused; perpExamples of Puzzled in a senFootprints in the snow puzzled the hunters who mistakenly assumed they were alone in the forest.  Puzzled by the equation, the student raised her hand and asked her teacher for assistance.  Without a map to guide their trip, Lewis and Clarke were puzzled when they reached a fork in the path.  The woman was … [Read more...] about Puzzled used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Protting, rotten, being in a state of putrefaExamples of Putrid in a senDealing with dead bodies, he encountered plenty of putrid odors.  The armadillo was run over by a car four days ago, which left it putrid.  Being left out too long, the tomatoes became putrid.  The old cave was filled with a putrid odor, leading them to think something had … [Read more...] about Putrid used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Putreundergoing the process of putrefaction (rotting and beginning to smell because of the dExamples of Putrescent in a senMore putrescent fruit was added to the rotting pile of banana peels by unconcerned campers who didn’t care that rotting food brings flies.  The detective couldn’t handle the smell of the putrescent body and vomited right next to the … [Read more...] about Putrescent used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Puto produce a strong odor while decExamples of Putrefy in a senSo many soldiers died during the war, with their decomposing bodies left to putrefy in the fields.  As rotting fruit began to putrefy in the compost pile, flies swarmed the mound.  The smell of the bodies that had begun to putrefy caused authorities to become suspicious of the abandoned … [Read more...] about Putrefy used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Putrefarotting; Examples of Putrefaction in a senPutrefaction of the animal made the area where it died smell horrible.  Fearing that putrefaction would take place, the baker placed the vegetables in tight bags that are supposed to help keep things fresh.  She did not fear death, but putrefaction, and opted for cremation instead.  As putrefaction of … [Read more...] about Putrefaction used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Putassumed to be asExamples of Putative in a senEven though there has not been a DNA test, everyone accepts Jason as the girl’s putative father.  The film’s putative conclusion led me to believe the hero would return in a sequel.  With Fat Tony in prison, Salvatore is now viewed as the putative boss of the mob.  Many people see chicken soup as a … [Read more...] about Putative used in sentence example & words in English

Definition oto set or lay in a certain location orExamples of Put in a senMy mother put each plate down at the place setting on the table so that we would be able to eat dinner quickly.  The little girl watched as her mother put make-up on her face so that she had a more glamorous look.  The interior designer decided to put the sofa along the long wall to make the … [Read more...] about Put used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Pto offer or show a certain skill or emotion in a difficult situExamples of Put up in a senThe boxer put up a strong fight but wasn’t able to defeat his opponent in any of the rounds.  When learning that her husband wanted a divorce, the wife put up a brave face and pretended that the news didn’t hurt her.  To get what he wanted from the kind woman, the … [Read more...] about Put up used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Puto release something or make it avaiExamples of Put out in a senThe band has put out a new record that was made available on iTunes last Friday.  When my boss put out a memo saying we had a staff meeting, I became aware of the conference.  The fashion designer has decided to put out a new fall line of handbags for the everyday woman.  Most … [Read more...] about Put out used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Puan undesirable or unpleasant feature of someExamples of Put Off in a senMost people like to go to the movie theater, but loud and obnoxious audiences can often be a major put off for them.  I usually enjoy watching football, but if I don’t personally care about the teams playing it’s just a put off and I’d rather watch something else.  Normally I love … [Read more...] about Put Off used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Puta degrading statement that criticizes or inExamples of Put down in a senAlthough he claimed to be joking, the overweight woman knew that her boss’s fat joke was a directed put down.  Angered by his mother’s critical put down, the irritated boy stormed out of the room.  The critical father tried to sell his put down as advice, but everyone knew he was … [Read more...] about Put down used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of aggressive and tending to use forceful methods to get others to do what you want them Examples of Pushy in a senThe pushy salesperson kept trying to sell his wares even though the people on the beach didn’t want to buy.  Because the aggressive customers can be so rude and pushy, the customer service rep hates working during the holiday season.  The pushy … [Read more...] about Pushy used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Puexerting force on something by pressing againExamples of Pushing in a senSharon spends her afternoon at the park pushing her little sister on the swing.  The woman spent a few seconds pushing on the door that clearly said: “pull.”  One day at school, Jack got in trouble for pushing his friend down in the mud puddle.  Most Searched Words (with V … [Read more...] about Pushing used in sentence example & words in English