Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

adjective
/daɪˈɒsɪsən/

relating to a diocese or the district under the supervision of a bishop in the Christian Church

"The diocesan council met to discuss church affairs."

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diorama

noun
/ˌdaɪəˈrɑːmə/

a three-dimensional model representing a scene, often with miniature figures

"The museum displayed a diorama of an ancient village."

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dip

verb
/dɪp/

to put something quickly into a liquid and take it out again

"She dipped her bread into the soup."

noun
/ˈdɪfθɒŋ/

A complex vowel sound that begins with one vowel and glides into another within the same syllable.

"The word 'coin' contains a diphthong."

noun
/dɪˈpləʊ.mə/

an official document showing that a person has completed a course of study or training

"She received her diploma after finishing the nursing program."

noun
/dɪˈpləʊməsi/

The profession, activity, or skill of managing international relations or handling affairs tactfully.

"Effective diplomacy helped avoid the conflict."

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diplomat

noun
/ˈdɪpləmæt/

An official representing a country abroad; a person skilled in dealing with people tactfully.

"The diplomat negotiated a peace agreement."

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Diplomatic

adjective
/ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk/

Concerning diplomacy; having or showing skill in dealing with people in a sensitive and effective way.

"She gave a diplomatic response to avoid offending anyone."

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noun
/ˌdɪp.ləˈmæt.ɪk ˈmaɪl.stəʊn/

A significant achievement or important event in diplomatic relations.

"Hosting the summit was a diplomatic milestone."

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phrase
ˌdɪp.ləˈmæt.ɪk rɛz.əˈluː.ʃən

A peaceful solution to conflicts through negotiation and diplomatic channels.

"A diplomatic resolution is necessary for peace."

noun
/dɪˈpləʊmətɪst/

A person skilled in diplomacy; another word for diplomat.

"The diplomatist handled the negotiations with great tact."

noun
/ˌdɪpsəˈmeɪniæk/

A person with an uncontrollable craving for alcoholic drinks.

"The novel portrayed the tragic downfall of a dipsomaniac who lost everything to alcohol."

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Dire

adjective
/ˈdaɪər/

Extremely serious or urgent.

"The refugees were in dire need of food and shelter."

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direct

verb
/dəˈrɛkt/ or /daɪˈrɛkt/

to manage or control the course of something; to give instructions

"She directed the team to complete the project on time."

noun
/dəˈrɛkʃən/ or /daɪˈrɛkʃən/

the course or path on which someone or something is moving; instructions on what to do

"He asked for directions to the train station."

adverb
/dəˈrɛktli/ or /daɪˈrɛktli/

in a straight line or manner; without anything in between

"She spoke directly to the manager about her concerns."

noun
/dəˈrɛktər/ or /daɪˈrɛktər/

a person who manages or oversees a company, department, or film

"The director gave final approval for the new movie script."

noun
/dɪˈrɛktəri/

a book or online resource listing people, businesses, or services with relevant details

"I need to find a plumber in the phone directory."

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dirge

noun
/dɜːrdʒ/

A mournful song, piece of music, or poem expressing grief, often for the dead.

"The choir sang a solemn dirge at the funeral."

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Dirt

noun
/dɜːrt/

Loose soil or unclean matter; anything that makes a surface unclean.

"Her shoes were covered in dirt after walking through the field."

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Dirty

adjective
/ˈdɜːr.ti/

Covered with or containing an unclean substance.

"His shoes were dirty after walking in the mud."

noun
/ˌdɪsəˈbɪləti/

A physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities.

"The organization supports people living with disability."

verb
/dɪsˈeɪbl/

to make something unable to function or operate

"The technician disabled the alarm system temporarily."

adjective
/dɪsˈeɪbld/

having a physical or mental condition that limits movements, senses, or activities

"The park has special facilities for disabled people."

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verb
/ˌdɪsəˈbjuːz/

To free someone from a false belief or misconception.

"The teacher tried to disabuse the students of their misunderstanding."

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noun
/ˌdɪs.ədˈvæn.tɪdʒ/

an unfavorable circumstance or condition that reduces chances of success

"Living in a remote area can be a disadvantage when applying for certain jobs."

adjective
/ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪdʒd/

Lacking the basic resources or conditions needed for a good standard of living or equal opportunities.

"The program provides support to disadvantaged children."

adjective
/ˌdɪsəˈfɛktɪd/

Dissatisfied and rebellious, especially against authority or leadership.

"The reforms were introduced to calm the disaffected youth."

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verb
/ˌdɪsəˈɡriː/

to have a different opinion or to not accept something

"They disagree on how to solve the problem."

adjective
/ˌdɪsəˈɡriːəbl/

Unpleasant or offensive; causing discomfort or annoyance.

"The weather was cold and disagreeable."

noun
/ˌdɪsəˈɡriːmənt/

a failure to agree or a difference in opinion

"Their disagreement on the issue caused a delay in the project."

verb
/ˌdɪsəˈlaʊ/

to refuse to allow or accept something

"The referee disallowed the goal for offside."

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noun
ˌdɪs.æmˌbɪɡ.juˈeɪ.ʃən

The removal of ambiguity by making something clear and unambiguous.

"The AI system applies disambiguation to refine text understanding."

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verb
/ˌdɪsəˈpɪər/

to stop being visible or to cease to exist

"The magician made the rabbit disappear."

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verb
/ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪnt/

to fail to fulfill expectations or hopes

"I don’t want to disappoint my parents."

adjective
/ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntɪd/

sad or displeased because something has not happened as expected

"She was disappointed with her exam results."

noun
/ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntmənt/

the feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by the non-fulfillment of one's hopes or expectations

"Her face showed deep disappointment after hearing the results."

noun
/ˌdɪsæprəˈbeɪʃən/

strong disapproval, typically on moral grounds

"The policy was met with widespread disapprobation."

noun
/ˌdɪsəˈpruːvəl/

The expression of an unfavorable opinion or judgment

"Her parents showed clear disapproval of her decision to drop out of college."

verb
/ˌdɪsəˈpruːv/

to have a negative opinion about something; to consider something wrong or bad

"Many parents disapprove of smoking."

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disarm

verb
/dɪsˈɑːrm/

to take weapons away from someone; to make someone feel less hostile

"The soldiers were ordered to disarm the rebels."

verb
/ˌdɪsəˈreɪndʒ/

to disturb the order or arrangement of something

"The wind disarranged her hair."

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noun
/ˌdɪsəˈreɪ/

a state of disorder or confusion

"The office was in complete disarray after the move."

verb
/ˌdɪsəˈsɛmbəl/

To take apart something into its separate pieces.

"He had to disassemble the computer to repair it."

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Disaster

noun
/dɪˈzæstər/

A sudden event that causes great damage or loss of life.

"The earthquake was a major disaster."

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Disastrous

adjective
/dɪˈzæstrəs/

causing great damage or harm

"The flood caused disastrous damage to the city."

verb
/ˌdɪsəˈvaʊ/

to deny responsibility for or connection with something

"He disavowed any involvement in the scandal."

noun
/ˌdɪsəˈvaʊəl/

the denial of any responsibility, connection, or support

"The politician issued a firm disavowal of the controversial remarks."

verb
/dɪsˈbænd/

to break up and stop functioning as a group or organization

"The club decided to disband after twenty years of activity."

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disbar

verb
/dɪsˈbɑːr/

to officially remove a lawyer from the legal profession

"The corrupt lawyer was disbarred for unethical conduct."