Archives for September 2020

Definition of Psychthe study of the humanExamples of Psychology in a senStudying psychology helped the teacher better understand the minds of her students.  With no explanations for the suspect’s odd behavior, the detective began to research psychology theories for clues.  Majoring in psychology helped the counselor have a better understanding of how the mind can … [Read more...] about Psychology used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Pcrazy; mentally unsExamples of Psycho in a senThe psycho boyfriend continued to stalk his ex, hiding outside of her house and following her to work.  Convicted killer Charles Manson is well-known for his psycho behavior and mentally ill rants.  Because of his crazy behavior, the recluse is regarded as an unstable psycho by most of the villagers.  Most … [Read more...] about Psycho used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Psychedescribing the effects of drugs that produce hallucinaExamples of Psychedelic in a senHallucinations may be the product of psychedelic drugs that make you see things that aren’t really there, such as LSD.  LSD is considered a psychedelic drug because it causes you to hallucinate and experience things that aren’t real.  There are many drugs that can … [Read more...] about Psychedelic used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Pan individual’s spirit, soul, orExamples of Psyche in a senWhen the old man lost his job to a college graduate, his psyche took a devastating blow.  It was the psychiatrist’s job to understand the psyche of the killer.  Once the fear of dogs invaded my psyche, I became scared whenever I heard a barking sound.  The child’s psyche was destroyed by … [Read more...] about Psyche used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of an exclamation used to show disbelief or irritExamples of Pshaw in a senPshaw, you had better run if there really is a bear in your tent!  “Pshaw! you just made that up,” the irritated sibling seethed at his lying little brother.  “Pshaw!” the girl exclaimed as she realized the interstate traffic was backed up for miles.  “Pshaw, it’s my grandson!”, … [Read more...] about Pshaw used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Pseudoscan idea. claim, or belief that looks like science, but iExamples of Pseudoscience in a senBecause no connection between the positions of stars and human behavior can be proven scientifically, astronomy is classified as pseudoscience.  Naturopathic medicine was proven a pseudoscience after scientific trials proved many of the theory’s claims to be … [Read more...] about Pseudoscience used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Pseua fake name often used by authors and famous people who want to avoid deteExamples of Pseudonym in a senThe famous singer always checks into hotels under a pseudonym so her fans will not find her.  Because the children’s author did not want her young fans to know she wrote erotica, she used a pseudonym to publish her adult novels.  Jack is a famous … [Read more...] about Pseudonym used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Psomeone or something fake trying to come off as the real Examples of Pseudo in a senBecause the app was riddled with bugs, it was clear to us that the app was written by a pseudo programmer.  Anthony needs the opinion of a real scientist, not the pseudo kind.  We were not duped by North Korea’s pseudo democratic elections.  The pseudo journalist … [Read more...] about Pseudo used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of a sacred song or hymn used during woExamples of Psalm in a senThe gospel song is based on an old bible psalm about daily worship.  David wrote the psalm and dedicated the song to the Lord.  During service, the first reading of scripture is followed by the singing of a psalm.  Reading a psalm out loud to the congregation, the priest used the hymn to … [Read more...] about Psalm used in sentence example & words in English

Definition oto look where one is not welcome; to be Examples of Pry in a senNot wanting to pry, I didn’t ask why my neighbor was moving so suddenly.  In order to pry into the subject’s past, the detective interviewed family members.  The nosey woman considered how she could pry information out of the shy club member.  Her reputation was that she liked to pry into … [Read more...] about Pry used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Pruexperiencing an undue amount of interest in things relating tExamples of Prurient in a senThe prurient teenager would not stop looking at the adult magazines in the store.  When the prurient minister criticized the fairytale for being too sexual in nature, many people were outraged.  The pedophile has a prurient interest in sex with children. … [Read more...] about Prurient used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Prura strong interest or obsession with sexual maExamples of Prurience in a senThe nun repented for the prurience of her thoughts over and over but still couldn’t seem to get sex off of her mind.  Playboy and other trashy magazines make their money off of the prurience of men who like fantasizing over naked women.  The sexually harassed worker filed a … [Read more...] about Prurience used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Prtoo proper or modest in behavior or Examples of Prudish in a senMy grandmother’s narrowminded and prudish viewpoints do not line up with today’s world views.  Gertrude is known for her prudish sense of style since she never wears anything but sweaters and knee length skirts to the office.  Walking around with her nose held high in the air, the prudish … [Read more...] about Prudish used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Prmarked by wisdom or sound judExamples of Prudent in a senIt is not prudent to go swimming during a hurricane.  Even though my aunt thinks it is hard to quit smoking, she knows it is a prudent decision to stop the bad habit.  My prudent uncle pays for everything with cash so he will not build up a pile of debt.  Since so many car accidents have … [Read more...] about Prudent used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Prucautiousness; carefuExamples of Prudence in a senAlthough some of the SWAT team members wanted to burst into the drug house, the chief exercised prudence and waited until the timing was right.  The accountant’s financial prudence led him to mae wise business decisions and save a ton of money.  Because prudence was not his strength, the daredevil was … [Read more...] about Prudence used in sentence example & words in English