English to English Dictionary

Paradoxical

Seemingly absurd or self-contradictory, yet actually revealing some underlying truth.

Paraffin

A colorless, odorless, waxy solid derived from petroleum, used in candles, waxes, and as a lubricant.

Parageusia

A distortion or perversion of the sense of taste, typically causing normal foods or substances to taste persistently abnormal, metallic, salty, foul, or sweet.

Paragon

A person or thing regarded as a perfect example of a particular quality.

Paragraph

A distinct section of a piece of writing, usually dealing with a single theme and indicated by a new line or indentation.

Paragrapher

A person who writes or composes paragraphs, especially in a formal or structured context.

Paraiba

A state in northeastern Brazil known for its beaches and cultural heritage.

Parallel

A person or thing that is similar or analogous to another.

Parallel Universe

A hypothetical self-contained reality co-existing with one's own, often conceived as branching off from or existing alongside our observable universe.

Parallel path

One of two or more routes, courses of action, or processes that occur alongside each other simultaneously without intersecting.

Parallel-turn

A skiing technique where both skis are kept parallel throughout the turn.

Paralysingly

In a manner that causes a total inability to move, act, or function normally.