preclude (verb) – to make impossible Examples: Ronaldino will preclude the opposing team to score points in the soccer game. Antonyms: Permit, authorize Synonyms: Prevent, stop, rule out, exclude, hinder, encumber

predecessor Examples: (noun) – a person who precedes another in an office or position Examples: The new monument in the park is more beautiful than its predecessor. President Bush was President Obama’s predecessor. Synonyms: Precursor, forerunner, antecedent Antonyms: Successor

presumptuous point of rudeness (adj.) – bold to the point of rudeness Examples: The princess grew angry after the presumptuous noble tried to kiss her, even though he was far below her in social status. Synonyms: Impudent, arrogant, conceited, impertinent, audacious Antonyms: Modest, humble

prevailing (adj.) – generally accepted, having superior power (verb) - prevail The prevailing opinion is that students do not put enough effort into studying. Prevailing winds made the trees grow crooked. Synonyms: Customary, established, popular, prevalent, common Antonyms: Esoteric, obscure

prevalent (adj.) – accepted by everybody; Examples: Christianity is a prevalent religion in the United States. The use of foul language in high school is very prevalent. Synonyms: Common, rampant, established Antonyms: Rare, uncommon

prominent Examples: (adj.) – standing out, important Synonyms: The Statue of Liberty is a very prominent structure in New York City. The Eiffel Tower is very prominent in Paris, France. Synonyms: Famous, notorious, renowned, well-known Antonyms: Esoteric, unknown