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10 Language-to-English Dictionariesparamour
A illicit lover, especially the illicit partner of a married person.
paranoia
A mental condition characterized by delusions of persecution, unwarranted jealousy, or exaggerated self-importance, typically worked into an organized system.
paraphilia
A condition characterized by obsessive sexual desire and arousal focused on unusual objects, situations, or individuals.
parliament
The legislature of certain countries, consisting of elected representatives.
parsimonious
Very unwilling to spend money or use resources.
parsimony
Extreme unwillingness to spend money or use resources; frugality.
particular
Used to single out an individual item or person over others.
passbook
A small book issued by a bank to a depositor to record transactions on an account.
passion
A strong and barely controllable emotion.
pastel
A crayon made of powdered pigments bound with gum or resin.
patch
A small piece of material used to mend a tear or break, to cover a hole, or to strengthen a weak point.
patchy
Existing in small, isolated areas; uneven in quality, performance, or coverage.