word
Principal
PRIH-nsuh-puhl
/ˈprɪnsʌpʌl/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
principal
Dictionary meaning
Most important element.
Examples
- Unruly pupils were sent to see the principal.
Synonyms: main
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Ephemeral
ih-FEM-er-ul
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muh-LIF-loo-us
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pur-spi-KAY-shus
Obsequious
uhb-SEE-kwee-us
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