Definition: To continue working hard and persistently on a task or goal, often despite difficulties or challenges.

Example: She pegged away at her studies until she passed the exam.

Definition: A small cylindrical or tapered pin used to fasten things, support items, or mark boundaries.

Example: He used a peg to hold the tent in place during the storm.

Definition: To fasten or secure something using a small cylindrical object, often made of wood or plastic, or to set a price at a specific level.

Example: She decided to peg the price of the product to make it more affordable for customers.

Definition: Referring to the second to last item in a sequence or list.

Example: In a race with ten runners, the penultimate runner finished just before the last one.

Definition: The one that comes just before the last in a sequence.

Example: In a race with ten runners, the penultimate runner finished just before the last one.

Definition: Used to indicate a rate or ratio, meaning for each or for every.

Example: The car can travel 60 miles per hour.

Definition: This word is used to indicate a rate, amount, or division, often meaning 'for each' or 'by means of'.

Example: The car can travel 30 miles per gallon of fuel.

Definition: In a way that can be noticed or perceived; something that is clear enough to be seen or felt.

Example: The temperature changed perceptibly as the sun began to set.

Definition: In a way that is assertive and demands immediate attention or obedience, often without allowing for any response or delay.

Example: The manager spoke peremptorily, insisting that the project be completed by the end of the week.

Definition: A person who makes something better or improves it to a high standard.

Example: The perfecter of the recipe added a special ingredient to enhance the flavor.

Definition: The highest degree of being flawless or without any faults; the best possible quality.

Example: She achieved the perfectest score on the exam, impressing everyone with her knowledge.

Definition: To make something flawless or without any mistakes; to improve something to its highest quality.

Example: She perfects her skills through constant practice.

Definition: In a way that is without any flaws or mistakes; completely and thoroughly.

Example: She completed the puzzle perfectly, with no pieces missing.

Definition: In a way that shows little interest or effort, often done as a routine or duty without care for quality.

Example: She completed the task perfunctorily, barely paying attention to the details.

Definition: Showing little interest or care; done without enthusiasm or attention to detail.

Example: His perfunctory response made it clear he was not really interested in the topic.