Vocabulary Quiz: P Words
Test your knowledge of 31 words starting with P
Painstaking
Done with or employing great care and thoroughness.
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✓ Correct Answer: Meticulous
Pastiche
An artistic work in a style that imitates that of another work, artist, or period.
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✓ Correct Answer: Imitation
Pastoral
(Of land) used for the keeping or grazing of sheep or cattle; associated with country life.
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✓ Correct Answer: Rural
Patent
Easily recognizable; obvious.
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✓ Correct Answer: Clear
Peccadillo
A small, relatively unimportant offense or sin.
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✓ Correct Answer: Misdemeanor
Pedantic
Of or like a pedant (excessively concerned with minor details and rules).
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✓ Correct Answer: Scrupulous
Pedestrian
Lacking inspiration or excitement; dull.
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✓ Correct Answer: Dull
Pejorative
Expressing contempt or disapproval.
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✓ Correct Answer: Disparaging
Peripatetic
Traveling from place to place, especially working or based in various places for relatively short periods.
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✓ Correct Answer: Nomadic
Perspicacious
Having a ready insight into and understanding of things.
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✓ Correct Answer: Shrewd
About This Quiz
This quiz covers intermediate-level SAT vocabulary words that start with the letter P. Mastering these words will help you succeed on the SAT Reading and Writing sections. Each question tests your understanding of word meanings through synonym and antonym identification, common formats on the Digital SAT. Practice regularly to build your vocabulary and improve your score.