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depreciation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/dɪˌpriːʃiˈeɪʃən/
मूल्यह्रास (mulyahrash)

A reduction in the value of an asset over time, especially due to wear and tear.

"The company recorded a large depreciation on its equipment this year."

"कंपनी ने इस वर्ष अपनी उपकरणों पर बड़ा मूल्यह्रास दर्ज किया।" (Company ne is varsh apni upkaran par bada mulyahrash darj kiya.)
noun C1
/dɪˈprɛsənt/
डिप्रेसेंट (dipresent)

A drug that reduces functional or nervous activity in the body.

"Alcohol acts as a depressant on the central nervous system."

"एल्कोहल केंद्रीय तंत्रिका तंत्र पर एक डिप्रेसेंट के रूप में कार्य करता है।" (Alkohol kendriya tantrika tantra par ek dipresent ke roop mein kaary karta hai.)
deprivation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌdɛprɪˈveɪʃən/
कमी (kami)

The state of lacking basic necessities or comforts of life.

"Children growing up in deprivation often face many challenges."

"कमी में बढ़ रहे बच्चे अक्सर कई चुनौतियों का सामना करते हैं।" (kami mein badh rahe bachche aksar kai chunautiyon ka samna karte hain.)
deranged definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/dɪˈreɪndʒd/
पागल (paagal)

mentally disturbed or insane; behaving irrationally

"The deranged man shouted nonsense in the street."

"पागल आदमी सड़क पर बकवास चिल्ला रहा था।" (Paagal aadmi sadak par bakwaas chilla raha tha.)
deregulation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌdiː.rɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/
नियमन समाप्ति (niyaman samapti)

The removal or reduction of government regulations and controls, often involving liberalization, free market policies, or privatization.

"The deregulation of industries boosted economic growth."

"उद्योगों के नियमन की समाप्ति ने आर्थिक वृद्धि को बढ़ावा दिया।" (udyogon ke niyaman ki samapti ne aarthik vruddhi ko badhava diya.)
derelict definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective, noun C1
/ˈdɛrəlɪkt/
परित्यक्त (parityakt)

in poor condition due to neglect or disuse; a homeless or neglected person

"The old factory stood derelict for decades."

"पुरानी फैक्ट्री दशकों तक परित्यक्त खड़ी रही।" (Purani factory dashkon tak parityakt khadi rahi.)
deride definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/dɪˈraɪd/
उपहास करना (upahas karna)

to mock or ridicule someone or something

"The critics derided the new movie for its poor script."

"समीक्षकों ने नई फिल्म का खराब पटकथा के लिए उपहास किया।" (Sameekshako ne nai film ka kharab patakatha ke liye upahas kiya.)
derision definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/dɪˈrɪʒən/
अपमान (apmaan)

Contemptuous ridicule or mockery.

"His ideas were greeted with derision by the audience."

"उसके विचारों का अपमान के साथ स्वागत किया गया था।" (Uske vicharon ka apmaan ke saath swagat kiya gaya tha.)
derisive definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/dɪˈraɪsɪv/
अपमानजनक (apmanjanak)

Expressing contempt or ridicule.

"She gave a derisive laugh at his attempt to sing."

"उसने उसकी गाने की कोशिश पर अपमानजनक हंसी दी।" (usne uski gaane ki koshish par apmanjanak hansi di.)
noun C1
/ˌdɛrɪˈveɪʃən/
व्युत्पत्ति (vyutpatti)

The origin or development of something from a source.

"The derivation of the word comes from Latin."

"शब्द की व्युत्पत्ति लैटिन से आई है।" (shabd ki vyutpatti latin se aayi hai.)
derivative definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, adjective C1
/dɪˈrɪvətɪv/
व्युत्पन्न / अनुकरणीय (vyutpann / anukaraniya)

Something that is based on another source; in math, a measure of how a function changes.

"The film was criticized for being too derivative of earlier works."

"फिल्म को इसके पहले के कामों से बहुत अधिक व्युत्पन्न होने के लिए आलोचना की गई थी।" (film ko iske pehle ke kamon se bahut adhik vyutpann hone ke liye alochana ki gayi thi.)
dermatologist definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌdɜːrməˈtɑːlədʒɪst/
चर्म रोग विशेषज्ञ (charm rog visheshagya)

A doctor who specializes in the treatment of skin diseases.

"She consulted a dermatologist for her skin allergy."

"उसने अपनी त्वचा की एलर्जी के लिए एक डर्मेटोलॉजिस्ट से सलाह ली।" (Usne apni tvacha ki allergy ke liye ek dermatologist se salah li.)
dermatology definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌdɜːrməˈtɑːlədʒi/
त्वचाविज्ञान (tvachavigyan)

The branch of medicine concerned with the skin and its diseases.

"He studied dermatology at medical school."

"उसने मेडिकल स्कूल में डर्माटोलॉजी का अध्ययन किया।" (Usne medical school mein dermatology ka adhyayan kiya.)
derogatory definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/dɪˈrɒɡətɔːri/
अपमानजनक (apmanjanak)

Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude.

"The article contained derogatory comments about the politician."

"लेख में राजनेता के बारे में अपमानजनक टिप्पणी थी।" (lekh mein rajneta ke baare mein apmanjanak tippani thi.)
desensitize definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
diːˈsɛn.sɪ.taɪz
संवेदनशीलता कम करना (sensitive-lata kam karna)

To make someone less sensitive or reactive to something through repeated exposure.

"Constant exposure to violence can desensitize people."

"लगातार हिंसा का सामना करने से लोग असंवेदनशील हो सकते हैं।" (Lagaataar hinsa ka samna karne se log asanvedansheel ho sakte hain.)
desertification definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
dɪˌzɝː.t̬ə.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən
मरुस्थलीकरण (marusthalikaran)

The process by which fertile land becomes desert, typically as a result of drought, deforestation, or inappropriate agriculture.

"Deforestation accelerates desertification."

"वनों की अराजकता मरुस्थलीकरण को तेज करती है।" (Vanon ki arajakta marusthalikaran ko tej karti hai.)
Designation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌdez.ɪɡˈneɪ.ʃən/
पदनाम; पद; शीर्षक; दर्जा (padnaam, pad, sheershak, darja)

the action of choosing someone for a position; a name, title, or official status

"His designation as team leader came with additional responsibilities and authority."

"उसकी टीम लीडर के रूप में पदस्थापना अतिरिक्त जिम्मेदारियाँ और अधिकार लेकर आई।" (uski team leader ke roop mein padsthapna atirikt zimmedariyan aur adhikar lekar aayi.)
verb C1
/dɪˈzɪst/
रोकना (rokna)

to stop doing something, especially an action considered wrong or undesirable

"The judge ordered the company to desist from unfair practices."

"न्यायाधीश ने कंपनी को अनुचित प्रथाओं से रुकने का आदेश दिया।" (Nyayadhish ne company ko anuchit prathaon se rukne ka aadesh diya.)
Desolate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈdɛsələt/
विरान (viraan)

Empty, bleak, and without people; feeling very sad and lonely.

"The once lively town now stood desolate after the flood."

"जो एक समय जीवंत था, अब बाढ़ के बाद वीरान खड़ा था।" (Jo ek samay jeevant tha, ab baadh ke baad veeraan khada tha.)
adjective C1
/dɪˈsperɪŋ/
निराशाजनक (niraashajanak)

feeling hopeless; in despair

"She felt despairing after losing her job."

"अपना काम खोने के बाद, वह निराश महसूस कर रही थी।" (apna kaam khone ke baad, wah niraash mahsus kar rahi thi.)
adjective C1
/dɪˈspɪkəbl/
निंदनीय (nindaniy)

Deserving hatred and contempt; vile or shameful.

"His despicable actions shocked the entire community."

"उसकी निंदनीय हरकतों ने पूरे समुदाय को चौंका दिया।" (Uski nindaniy harkaton ne poore samudaay ko chonka diya.)
adjective C1
/dɪˈspɒndənt/
हताश (despondent)

feeling or showing deep hopelessness or discouragement

"She felt despondent after losing her job."

"उसने अपनी नौकरी खोने के बाद निराश महसूस किया।" (Usne apni naukri khone ke baad nirash mahasoos kiya.)
noun C1
/ˈdɛspɒt/
तानाशाह (tanashah)

a ruler with absolute power, often ruling in a cruel or oppressive way

"The despot ruled the nation with fear and violence."

"तानाशाह ने डर और हिंसा के साथ देश पर शासन किया।" (Tanashah ne dar aur hinsa ke saath desh par shasan kiya.)
noun C1
/ˈdɛspətɪzəm/
तानाशाही (tanashaahi)

absolute power exercised in a cruel and oppressive way

"The people revolted against the era of despotism."

"लोगों ने तानाशाही के युग के खिलाफ विद्रोह किया।" (Logon ne tanashaahi ke yug ke khilaaf vidroh kiya.)
adjective C1
/ˈdɛstɪˌtuːt/
बेहद गरीब (behad gareeb)

extremely poor and lacking the means to provide for oneself

"The earthquake left many families destitute."

"भूकंप ने कई परिवारों को बेहद गरीब बना दिया।" (Bhookamp ne kai parivaron ko behad gareeb bana diya.)
detachment definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/dɪˈtætʃmənt/
विच्छिन्नता, निस्पृहता (vichchhinnta, nisprihata)

the state of being separated or emotionally uninvolved

"She observed the situation with complete detachment."

"वह स्थिति को पूर्ण विच्छिन्नता के साथ देख रही थी।" (Vah sthiti ko poorn vichchhinnta ke saath dekh rahi thi.)
detain definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/dɪˈteɪn/
बंदी बनाना (bandi banana)

to keep someone from proceeding; to hold back, especially by official authority

"The police detained the suspect for questioning."

"पुलिस ने संदिग्ध को पूछताछ के लिए डिटेन किया।" (Polis ne sandigdh ko poochtaach ke liye detain kiya.)
noun C1
/deɪˈtɒnt/
संबंधों में सुधार, तनाव में कमी (sambandhon mein sudhaar, tanaav mein kami)

the easing of strained relations, especially between countries

"The treaty helped bring about a détente between the two nations."

"संविदा ने दो राष्ट्रों के बीच तनाव में कमी लाने में मदद की।" (Samvida ne do rashtron ke beech tanaav mein kami laane mein madad ki.)
Detention definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/dɪˈtɛnʃən/
हिरासत (hirasat)

the action of keeping someone in custody or confinement

"The student faced detention for his misbehavior."

"छात्र को उसके खराब व्यवहार के लिए हिरासत का सामना करना पड़ा।" (Chhatra ko uske kharab vyavhaar ke liye hirasat ka samna karna pada.)
deterioration definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/dɪˌtɪriəˈreɪʃən/
नकामी (nakaami)

the process of becoming progressively worse

"There has been a deterioration in the quality of service."

"सेवा की गुणवत्ता में गिरावट आई है।" (Seva ki gunwatta mein girawat aayi hai.)
determinant definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/dɪˈtɜːrmɪnənt/
निर्धारक (nirdharak)

a factor that decisively affects the nature or outcome of something

"Education is a key determinant of economic growth."

"शिक्षा आर्थिक वृद्धि का एक प्रमुख निर्धारक है।" (Shiksha aarthik vruddhi ka ek pramukh nirdharak hai.)
deterrent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/dɪˈtɜːrənt/
रोकथाम (roktham)

Something that discourages or prevents someone from doing something.

"The new law is expected to be a deterrent against crime."

"नया कानून अपराध के खिलाफ रोकथाम के रूप में काम करने की उम्मीद है।" (naya kanoon aparadh ke khilaf roktham ke roop mein kaam karne ki ummid hai.)
detest definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/dɪˈtɛst/
नफरत करना (nafrat karna)

To dislike intensely or hate.

"I detest waking up early on weekends."

"मैं सप्ताहांत पर जल्दी उठने से नफरत करता हूँ।" (main saptahant par jaldi uthne se nafrat karta hoon.)
noun C1
/ˌdɛtəˈneɪʃən/
विस्फोट (visphot)

The act of exploding or causing something to explode.

"The sudden detonation shook the entire building."

"अचानक विस्फोट ने पूरे भवन को हिलाकर रख दिया।" (achanak visphot ne pure bhavan ko hilakar rakh diya.)
detoxification definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/dɪˌtɒksɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
विषमुक्ति (vishmukti)

The process of removing toxic substances or effects from the body.

"Detoxification is often the first step in treating drug addiction."

"विषमुक्ति अक्सर नशीली दवाओं की लत का इलाज करने में पहला कदम होता है।" (vishmukti aksar nashili dawaon ki lat ka ilaaj karne mein pehla kadam hota hai.)
verb C1
/dɪˈtrækt/
कम करना (kam karna)

To reduce or take away the worth or value of something.

"His rude behavior will detract from his good reputation."

"उसका असभ्य व्यवहार उसकी अच्छी प्रतिष्ठा को घटा देगा।" (uska asabhya vyavhaar uski achhi pratishtha ko ghata dega.)
detriment definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈdɛtrɪmənt/
हानि (haani)

The state of being harmed or damaged.

"He continued smoking to the detriment of his health."

"उसने अपने स्वास्थ्य की हानि के बावजूद धूम्रपान जारी रखा।" (Usne apne swasthya ki haani ke bawajood dhumrapan jaari rakha.)
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adjective C1
/ˌdɛtrɪˈmɛntəl/
हानिकारक (detrimental)

Causing harm or damage.

"Lack of sleep can be detrimental to your performance."

"नींद की कमी आपके प्रदर्शन के लिए हानिकारक हो सकती है।" (neend ki kami aapke pradarshan ke liye hanikarak ho sakti hai.)
deviance definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈdiːviəns/
विचलन (vichalan)

Behavior that differs from accepted social or moral standards.

"The book studies deviance in urban youth culture."

"किताब शहरी युवा संस्कृति में विचलन का अध्ययन करती है।" (Kitaab shahri yuva sanskriti mein vichalan ka adhyayan karti hai.)
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verb C1
/ˈdiːvieɪt/
विचलित होना (vichalit hona)

To depart from an established course or norm.

"He decided to deviate from the original plan."

"उसने मूल योजना से हटने का निर्णय लिया।" (Usne mool yojana se hatne ka nirnay liya.)
Deviation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌdiːviˈeɪʃn/
विचलन (vichalan)

The action of departing from an accepted standard or norm.

"Any deviation from the rules will not be tolerated."

"नियमों से कोई भी विचलन सहन नहीं किया जाएगा।" (Niyamon se koi bhi vichalan sahan nahi kiya jayega.)
adjective C1
/ˈdiːviəs/
चालाक (chaalak)

Skillful at using underhanded tactics to achieve goals; not straightforward.

"He used a devious plan to gain control of the company."

"उसने कंपनी का नियंत्रण प्राप्त करने के लिए एक चालाक योजना का इस्तेमाल किया।" (Usne company ka niyantran prapt karne ke liye ek chaalak yojna ka istemal kiya.)
adjective C1
/dɪˈvɔɪd/
रिक्त (rikta)

Completely lacking or without something.

"His speech was devoid of any real emotion."

"उसका भाषण किसी वास्तविक भावना से रिक्त था।" (Uska bhashan kisi vastavik bhavana se rikta tha.)
verb C1
/dɪˈvɒlv/
हस्तांतरण करना (hastantran karna)

To pass power, responsibility, or duties to another person or group.

"The responsibility will devolve on the new manager."

"जिम्मेदारी नई प्रबंधक पर स्थानांतरित हो जाएगी।" (jimmedari nai prabandhak par sthantarit ho jayegi.)
noun C1
/ˌdɛvəˈtiː/
भक्त (bhakt)

A person who is very enthusiastic about or strongly dedicated to something or someone.

"He is a great devotee of classical music."

"वह शास्त्रीय संगीत का एक बड़ा भक्त है।" (vah shastriya sangeet ka ek bada bhakt hai)
adjective C1
/dɪˈvaʊt/
धर्मनिष्ठ (dharmanistha)

Deeply religious or sincere.

"He is a devout believer who prays every day."

"वह एक धर्मनिष्ठ विश्वास करने वाला है जो हर दिन प्रार्थना करता है।" (vah ek dharmanistha vishwas karne wala hai jo har din prarthna karta hai.)
dexterity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/dɛkˈstɛrɪti/
कौशल (kaushal)

Skill in using the hands or body; mental quickness.

"She showed great dexterity in playing the piano."

"उसने पियानो बजाने में बेहतरीन कौशल दिखाया।" (Usne piano bajane mein behtareen kaushal dikhaya.)
dexterous definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈdɛkstrəs/
कुशल (kushal)

Skillful and quick, especially with the hands.

"The craftsman was dexterous in carving wood."

"कारिगर लकड़ी काटने में कुशल था।" (Karigar lakdi katne mein kushal tha.)
diabolical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌdaɪəˈbɒlɪkəl/
दैत्यवादी (daityavadi)

Wicked, cruel, or outrageously bad; resembling the devil.

"The dictator’s diabolical rule brought misery to the nation."

"तानाशाह का दैत्यवादी शासन देश के लिए दुख लेकर आया।" (Tanashah ka daityavadi shasan desh ke liye dukh lekar aaya.)
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noun C1
/ˈdaɪəˌlɛkt/
उपभाषा (upabhasha)

A particular form of a language spoken in a specific region or by a specific group.

"He speaks a dialect of Bengali that is common in rural areas."

"वह एक बंगाली उपभाषा बोलता है जो ग्रामीण क्षेत्रों में सामान्य है।" (Vah ek Bangali upabhasha bolta hai jo grameen kshetron mein samanaya hai.)