Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

adjective
/dɪˈfaɪ.ənt/

showing open resistance or bold disobedience

"The child was defiant when told to clean his room."

noun
/dɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si/

a lack or shortage of something that is necessary

"The doctor diagnosed him with a vitamin D deficiency."

adjective
/dɪˈfɪʃ.ənt/

not having enough of something that is essential

"The soil is deficient in nutrients."

noun
/ˈdɛfɪsɪt/

The amount by which something, especially money, is too small or lacking.

"The government is trying to reduce the budget deficit."

verb
/dɪˈfaɪl/

to pollute, corrupt, or make dirty

"The river was defiled by industrial waste."

verb
/dɪˈfaɪn/

to explain the meaning of a word, phrase, or concept clearly

"The teacher asked the student to define the word 'democracy'."

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Definite

adjective
/ˈdef.ən.ɪt/

clearly stated or decided; not vague or doubtful

"We need a definite plan before starting the project."

adverb
/ˈdɛfɪnɪtli/

without any doubt; certainly

"I will definitely call you tomorrow."

noun
/ˌdɛfɪˈnɪʃən/

a statement that explains the meaning of a word or concept

"The dictionary gives a clear definition of the word."

adjective
/dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/

serving as a final or most authoritative form; conclusive and decisive

"The committee reached a definitive agreement on the policy."

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noun
dɪˈfleɪʃən

Reduction of the general level of prices in an economy.

"Deflation often leads to decreased consumer spending."

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deflect

verb
/dɪˈflɛkt/

to cause something to change direction; to avoid answering directly

"The shield deflected the incoming arrow."

noun
/dɪˈfoʊliənt/

a chemical that causes leaves to drop from plants, often used in warfare or agriculture

"The army sprayed defoliant to clear the forest cover."

verb
/dɪˈfoʊlieɪt/

to strip leaves from a tree, plant, or area, often using chemicals

"The farmers defoliated the fields before harvest."

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deforest

verb
/diːˈfɒrɪst/

to clear an area of trees, usually on a large scale

"The region has been heavily deforested for agriculture."

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noun
/ˌdiː.fɒr.ɪˈsteɪ.ʃən/

The action of clearing a wide area of trees; removal of forests.

"Deforestation leads to habitat loss and climate change."

verb
/dɪˈfɔːrm/

to change the normal shape or structure of something by twisting or distorting it

"Excessive heat can deform plastic containers."

noun
/dɪˈfɔːrməti/

an abnormality or distortion in the shape or structure of a body part

"The child was born with a minor hand deformity."

verb
/dɪˈfrɔːd/

to illegally take money or valuables from someone by deception

"The company was accused of trying to defraud investors."

verb
/dɪˈfreɪ/

to provide money to pay the costs of something

"The grant will help defray the cost of education."

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defrock

verb
/diːˈfrɑːk/

to officially remove a priest or minister from their position and authority

"The church decided to defrock the priest after the scandal."

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deft

adjective
/dɛft/

Demonstrating skill and cleverness in movement or action.

"The pianist's deft fingers moved across the keys with ease."

noun
/ˈdɛftnəs/

Skillfulness and quickness in action or thought.

"Her deftness with words impressed the audience."

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adjective
/dɪˈfʌŋkt/

No longer existing, operating, or functioning.

"The company became defunct after the financial crisis."

verb
/diːˈfjuːz/

To make a situation less dangerous, tense, or explosive; to remove a fuse from a bomb.

"The negotiator helped defuse the tense situation."

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defy

verb
/dɪˈfaɪ/

To openly resist or refuse to obey.

"The protesters chose to defy the government's orders."

noun
/dɪˈdʒɛnərəsi/

The state of decline or deterioration, often in moral, cultural, or physical qualities.

"The novel portrays the moral degeneracy of a corrupt society."

verb/adjective
/dɪˈdʒɛnəreɪt/

To decline or deteriorate in quality, character, or condition; or someone with low moral standards.

"The once thriving empire began to degenerate into chaos."

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noun
ˌdɪdʒɪˈnɛəreɪʃən

The process of decline or deterioration in structure or function.

"The degeneration of brain cells leads to cognitive decline."

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noun
dɪˈdʒɛnəˌreɪtɪv dɪˈzizɪz

Medical conditions that involve the deterioration or progressive decline of tissues, organs, or functions

"Degenerative diseases are common in an aging population."

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degradation

noun
/ˌdɛɡrəˈdeɪʃən/

The process of being degraded, declined, or reduced in quality, dignity, or value.

"Pollution leads to the degradation of the environment."

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degrade

verb
/dɪˈɡreɪd/

To lower in dignity, quality, or value; to treat with disrespect or to deteriorate.

"Harsh words can degrade a person's confidence."

adjective
/dɪˈɡreɪdɪd/

Reduced in quality, dignity, or condition.

"The villagers were forced to live in degraded conditions."

noun
/dɪˈɡriː/

an amount or level of something; an academic qualification

"She earned a degree in engineering."

verb
/diːˈhaɪdreɪt/

to remove water from something; to lose water or body fluids

"Running in the heat can quickly dehydrate you."

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noun
/ˌdiː.haɪˈdreɪʃən/

A condition in which the body or tissue lacks adequate water content.

"Dehydration can lead to fatigue and confusion."

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deify

verb
/ˈdiːɪfaɪ/

to treat or worship someone or something as a god

"Some fans deify their favorite celebrities."

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deign

verb
/deɪn/

to do something considered beneath one's dignity

"The king did not deign to reply to the commoner."

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deist

noun
/ˈdiːɪst/

a person who believes in the existence of a supreme being but rejects organized religion

"The philosopher identified himself as a deist."

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deity

noun
/ˈdeɪ.ə.ti/

a god or goddess

"The temple is dedicated to a Hindu deity."

verb
/dɪˈdʒɛkt/

to make someone feel sad, depressed, or dispirited

"The news of his failure seemed to deject him deeply."

noun
/dɪˈdʒɛkʃən/

a state of sadness, depression, or low spirits

"She sat in a state of dejection after hearing the bad news."

verb
/dɪˈleɪ/

to make something happen later than planned

"The flight was delayed due to bad weather."

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adjective
dɪˈleɪd

Late or postponed; happening later than planned or expected.

"The Artemis mission was delayed due to technical challenges."

adjective
/dɪˈlɛktəbl̩/

delicious or highly enjoyable

"The restaurant served a delectable meal."

noun
/ˌdiːlɛkˈteɪʃən/

great pleasure or delight

"She read the story aloud for the delectation of her friends."

noun, verb
/ˈdɛlɪɡət/ (noun), /ˈdɛlɪɡeɪt/ (verb)

as a noun: a person appointed to represent others; as a verb: to entrust a task or responsibility to another

"The manager decided to delegate tasks to his team members."

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noun
/ˌdɛlɪˈɡeɪʃən/

the act of giving someone else responsibility for something

"The manager made a delegation of tasks to the team."

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delete

verb
/dɪˈliːt/

to remove or erase something, especially written or recorded information

"He accidentally deleted all the files from his computer."

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adjective
/ˌdɛlɪˈtɪəriəs/

causing harm or damage

"Smoking has deleterious effects on health."