Spanish to English Dictionary (Diccionario Español-Inglés)

Paradox

A statement or proposition that seems self-contradictory or absurd but in reality expresses a possible truth.

Paralysis

A state of being unable to move or feel all or part of the body.

Parametrization

The act or process of expressing a mathematical equation, curve, surface, or model in terms of parameters.

Paramilitary-Police

A police force that operates with military-style organization and tactics, often in situations of civil unrest or conflict.

Paramount

More important than anything else; supreme.

Paraplegia

Paralysis of the lower half of the body, typically caused by injury or disease affecting the spinal cord.

Parataxis

A rhetorical term for a writing style that juxtaposes phrases or clauses without coordinating or subordinating them.

Parchment

A stiff, flat, thin material made from the prepared skin of an animal, usually a sheep or goat, used as a durable writing surface in ancient and medieval times.

Parhelion

A bright spot that appears on either side of the sun, often caused by the refraction of sunlight through ice crystals in the atmosphere.

Pariah

A person who is rejected or ostracized by society.

Parley

A conference between opposing sides in a dispute, especially a discussion of terms for truce or other matters.

Parliamentarian

A member of a parliament, especially one who is experienced, active, or influential in parliamentary affairs.