Noun
rationale
IPA /ˌræʃəˈnɑːl/
The reasons or principles that explain why someone has made a decision or chosen a course of action.
See example sentence: rationale
She explained the rationale behind moving closer to her parents.
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Noun
prospect
IPA /ˈprɒspekt/
The possibility that a particular event or development will happen in the future.
See example sentence: prospect
The prospect of seeing old friends made the long journey worthwhile.
Adjective
profound
IPA /prəˈfaʊnd/
Very strong or far-reaching in its effect on someone's feelings, understanding or life.
See example sentence: profound
Her grandmother's kindness had a profound influence on her life.
Adjective
prevalent
IPA /ˈprevələnt/
Common or widespread among people or within a particular place or period.
See example sentence: prevalent
Cycling is particularly prevalent in towns with safe routes and short distances.
Noun
precedent
IPA /ˈpresɪdənt/
An earlier action or decision that provides an example for how a similar situation may be handled later.
See example sentence: precedent
Their agreement to share the garden set a precedent for other neighbours.
Adjective
poignant
IPA /ˈpɔɪnjənt/
Producing a deep emotional response, especially sadness mixed with affection or a sense of loss.
See example sentence: poignant
Finding her father's old recipe book was a poignant moment.
Adjective
persistent
IPA /pəˈsɪstənt/
Continuing or returning over a long period, often despite attempts to make it stop.
See example sentence: persistent
Persistent rain kept us indoors for most of the weekend.
Adjective
paramount
IPA /ˈpærəmaʊnt/
More important than every other consideration when making a decision or taking action.
See example sentence: paramount
The children's comfort was paramount when we chose a place to stay.
Noun
paradox
IPA /ˈpærədɒks/
A situation that seems surprising because it contains two features or facts that appear to oppose each other.
See example sentence: paradox
It is a paradox that having more choices can make choosing harder.
Adjective
opportune
IPA /ˈɒpətjuːn/
Happening at a time that makes it especially suitable or likely to be useful.
See example sentence: opportune
Her offer of a lift came at an opportune moment.
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