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C2 noun /dɪˌlæpɪˈdeɪʃən/

dilapidation

упадок
Meaning
The state of disrepair or ruin as a result of neglect.
Example
The old temple was in a state of dilapidation.
Старый храм был в состоянии упадка.
A2 noun /ˈdæm.ɪdʒ/

Damage

повреждение; ущерб
Meaning
physical harm caused to something; injury or harm that reduces value or usefulness
Example
The storm caused significant damage to the coastal buildings.
Шторм причинил значительный ущерб прибрежным зданиям.
C1 adjective dɪ ˈskrɛʃ.ən.er.i

discretionary

дискреционный
Meaning
Available for use at the discretion of the user; not required or mandatory.
Example
He set aside some discretionary income for travel.
Он отложил немного дискреционного дохода на путешествия.
C1 adjective /dɪˈpreɪvd/

depraved

развращенный
Meaning
morally corrupt or wicked
Example
The film depicts the life of a depraved criminal.
Фильм изображает жизнь развращенного преступника.
B2 verb /dɪsˈkʌrɪdʒ/

discourage

Meaning
to make someone less confident or enthusiastic about doing something
Example
Failure should not discourage you from trying again.
C1 adjective /dɪˈskrɪmɪˌneɪtɪŋ/

discriminating

разборчивый
Meaning
Having refined taste or good judgment; able to recognize subtle differences.
Example
She is known for her discriminating taste in art.
Она известна своим разборчивым вкусом в искусстве.
C2 adjective /ˈdekərəs/

decorous

учтивый
Meaning
showing proper and polite behavior; marked by good taste
Example
The audience gave a decorous applause after the performance.
Зрители выразили учтивое одобрение после выступления.
B2 noun /dɪˈsɛnt/

descent

спуск / происхождение
Meaning
the action of moving downward, falling, or dropping; ancestry or origin
Example
The climbers began their descent from the mountain peak.
Альпинисты начали спуск с вершины горы.
C1 adjective /ˈdɒdʒi/

Dodgy

подозрительный; сомнительный; ненадежный; рискованный или опасный
Meaning
suspicious; questionable; unreliable; risky or dangerous
Example
That deal sounds dodgy to me.
Этот договор кажется мне подозрительным.
C2 noun /dɪˈmʌrɪdʒ/

demurrage

демередж
Meaning
a charge payable to the owner of a ship or vehicle for not loading or unloading on time
Example
The company had to pay demurrage for delaying the unloading of goods.
Компания должна была заплатить демередж за задержку разгрузки товаров.
C1 adjective dɒɡˈmæt.ɪk

dogmatic

догматичный
Meaning
Being inclined to lay down principles as incontrovertibly true; characterized by arrogant assertion of unproven principles.
Example
His dogmatic approach to politics made discussions difficult.
Его догматичный подход к политике усложнил обсуждения.
A2 noun /ˈdeɪ.tə/

Data

данные
Meaning
facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis; information in digital form
Example
Scientists analyzed the data from thousands of experiments to reach their conclusion.
Учёные проанализировали данные из тысяч экспериментов, чтобы прийти к своему заключению.
B2 verb /dʌmp/

dump

выбросить или избавиться от чего-то небрежно
Meaning
to drop or dispose of something carelessly; to end a relationship suddenly
Example
He dumped all the trash into the bin.
Он выбросил весь мусор в ведро.
C1 verb /ˌdɪskənˈsɜːrt/

disconcert

смущать
Meaning
To unsettle, confuse, or disturb the composure of someone.
Example
The sudden change of plans disconcerted the team.
Внезапное изменение планов дезориентировало команду.
C2 verb /drɔːl/

drawl

говорить медленно, лениво
Meaning
to speak in a slow, lazy way with prolonged vowel sounds
Example
He tends to drawl when he is tired.
Он склонен говорить медленно, когда устал.
B1 adjective /ˌdɪs.əˈpɔɪn.tɪd/

Disappointed

разочарованный
Meaning
sad because something has not happened or is not as good as expected
Example
She was disappointed with her exam results.
Она была разочарована результатами своего экзамена.
A2 noun /dɪˈsɪʒənz/

decisions

решения
Meaning
A conclusion or resolution reached after consideration; the action or process of deciding something.
Example
Making the right decisions in time was key to the project's success.
Принятие правильных решений вовремя было ключом к успеху проекта.
B2 noun /dɪˈsen.dənt/

Descendant

потомок
Meaning
a person who is descended from a particular ancestor; offspring of a later generation
Example
She discovered that she was a descendant of European royalty through genealogy research.
Она обнаружила, что она потомок европейской королевской семьи, благодаря генеалогическим исследованиям.
C2 noun /ˈdɒɡ roʊz/

Dog-rose

собачья роза
Meaning
A wild rose species with pink or white flowers and thorny stems, common in hedgerows
Example
The dog-rose bush grew wild along the countryside path.
Куст собачьей розы вырос вдоль сельской дороги.
A2 adverb /ˈdɪfərəntli/

differently

по-другому
Meaning
in a way that is not the same as another or as expected
Example
She approached the problem differently than her colleagues.
Она подошла к решению проблемы по-другому, чем её коллеги.
A1 noun /dɛsk/

desk

письменный стол
Meaning
a piece of furniture with a flat surface used for writing or working
Example
The books are on the desk.
Книги на письменном столе.
B2 verb /dɪˈvaɪz/

devise

разрабатывать
Meaning
To plan or invent something carefully.
Example
The engineers devised a new method to reduce costs.
Инженеры разработали новый метод для снижения затрат.
B2 noun draʊt

drought

засуха
Meaning
A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall; a shortage of water.
Example
Drought impacts crop growth significantly.
Засуха значительно влияет на рост урожая.
B2 verb /dɪˈraɪv/

derive

получать
Meaning
To obtain something from a source.
Example
Many English words derive from Latin.
многие английские слова происходят от латинского.
A2 noun /ˈdeɪn.dʒər/

danger

опасность
Meaning
The possibility of harm, injury, or loss.
Example
The hikers were in great danger during the storm.
Путешественники были в большой опасности во время бури.
B2 noun /drɪl/

drill

сверло
Meaning
a tool or exercise used for making holes or practicing skills
Example
The students took part in a fire drill at school.
Студенты участвовали в учебной тревоге в школе.
C1 verb /dɪˈspɛns/

dispense

распределять
Meaning
To distribute or provide something, especially in portions.
Example
The machine dispenses clean drinking water.
Машина диспенсирует чистую питьевую воду.
B1 verb /ˈdɪfər/

differ

различаться
Meaning
to be unlike or distinct from something else
Example
Opinions differ on this issue.
Мнения различаются по этому вопросу.
C2 noun /ˈdɛvɪltrɪ/

deviltry

дьявольская хитрость
Meaning
Cruel or malicious behavior; mischief with an evil aspect.
Example
The villain’s deviltry terrified the townsfolk.
Злая игра злодея напугала жителей города.
C1 noun /djuːn/

dune

песчаная дюна
Meaning
A hill or ridge of sand formed by the wind, usually found in deserts or near beaches.
Example
The children played on the sand dune by the beach.
Дети играли на песчаной дюне у пляжа.
C1 adjective /ˈdɛkədənt/

decadent

декадент, роскошный
Meaning
Characterized by or reflecting a state of moral or cultural decline; excessively self-indulgent.
Example
The party was filled with decadent luxury and excess.
Вечеринка была наполнена декадентским роскошью и излишеством.
C2 verb /dɪˈkæpɪteɪt/

decapitate

счастье
Meaning
To cut off the head of a person or animal.
Example
The ancient executioner decapitated the criminal.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
B2 noun /ˈden.sə.ti/

Density

плотность
Meaning
the degree of compactness of a substance; the quantity of something per unit area
Example
The density of population in the city center is extremely high.
Плотность населения в центре города чрезвычайно высокая.
B2 noun /ˈdiː.sən.si/

Decency

порядочность
Meaning
behavior that conforms to accepted standards of morality or respectability
Example
She had the decency to apologize for her mistake immediately.
Она проявила порядочность, сразу извинившись за свою ошибку.
C1 verb /daɪˈluːt/

dilute

разбавить
Meaning
To make a liquid thinner or weaker by adding water or another solvent.
Example
You should dilute the juice with water before serving it to children.
Вы должны разбавить сок водой перед тем, как подавать его детям.
C2 adjective /dɪsˈdʒʌŋktɪv/

disjunctive

дисъюнктивный
Meaning
Serving to separate or divide; expressing a choice between alternatives.
Example
In grammar, 'or' is a disjunctive conjunction.
В грамматике 'или' — это дисъюнктивное соединение.
C1 verb /dɪˈmoʊt/

demote

понижать
Meaning
to reduce to a lower rank or position
Example
The manager decided to demote the employee for poor performance.
Менеджер решил понизить сотрудника за плохую работу.
C2 adjective /ˈdæpəld/

dappled

пятнистый
Meaning
Marked with spots or patches of light and shade or different colors.
Example
The forest floor was dappled with sunlight.
Лесная подстилка была пятнистой от солнечного света.
C1 noun /ˈdrɛsˌmeɪkər/

dressmaker

портниха
Meaning
A person who makes or alters women's clothing professionally.
Example
The dressmaker crafted a beautiful gown for the bride.
Портниха создала красивое платье для невесты.
B2 noun /dəˈmeɪn/

domain

область
Meaning
An area of knowledge, activity, or territory over which control is exercised.
Example
Mathematics is her main domain of expertise.
Математика — ее основная область знаний.
C1 verb /dɪˈzɪst/

desist

прекратить
Meaning
to stop doing something, especially an action considered wrong or undesirable
Example
The judge ordered the company to desist from unfair practices.
Судья приказал компании прекратить нечестные практики.
B2 verb /dɪˈnaʊns/

denounce

осуждать
Meaning
To publicly declare something to be wrong, evil, or condemn strongly.
Example
The leader denounced corruption in his speech.
Лидер осудил коррупцию в своей речи.
C2 noun /dɪˈsɛnʃən/

dissension

разногласие
Meaning
Strong disagreement or difference of opinion, especially leading to discord within a group.
Example
The meeting ended in dissension among the committee members.
Встреча закончилась разногласием среди членов комитета.
B2 verb /dɪˈmɪnɪʃ/

diminish

Meaning
to make or become less; to reduce in size, importance, or value
Example
Over time, his influence in the company began to diminish.
C2 verb /dɪˈkæmp/

decamp

убежать
Meaning
To depart suddenly or secretly, often to avoid trouble or escape.
Example
The thief decamped before the police arrived.
Вор сбежал до того, как полиция приехала.
A2 adjective /dʌtʃ/

dutch

голландский
Meaning
relating to the Netherlands, its people, or their language
Example
She enjoys Dutch paintings from the 17th century.
Она наслаждается голландскими картинами 17-го века.
C1 verb/adjective /dɪˈdʒɛnəreɪt/

degenerate

деградировать
Meaning
To decline or deteriorate in quality, character, or condition; or someone with low moral standards.
Example
The once thriving empire began to degenerate into chaos.
Некогда процветающая империя начала деградировать в хаос.
C2 noun /ˈdɒldrəmz/

doldrums

Meaning
A state of inactivity, stagnation, or low spirits; also a region near the equator with calm winds.
Example
After the project failed, the team was stuck in the doldrums for months.
C1 noun /ˈdɪsənˌtɛri/

dysentery

кишечная болезнь (понос с кровью и слизью)
Meaning
An infection of the intestines resulting in severe diarrhea with blood and mucus.
Example
Many soldiers suffered from dysentery during the war.
Многие солдаты страдали от дизентерии во время войны.
B2 noun /ˈdɪdʒɪt/

digit

Meaning
a numeral from 0 to 9; also a finger or toe
Example
You must enter a four-digit code to unlock the phone.
C1 adjective dɪˈskrɪmɪnətɔːri

discriminatory

дискриминационный
Meaning
Making or showing an unfair or prejudicial distinction between different categories of people or things.
Example
Discriminatory policies triggered protests.
Дискриминационные политики вызвали протесты.
C1 noun /ˌdɪspɛnˈseɪʃən/

dispensation

исключение
Meaning
An exemption from a rule or usual requirement; a system of order, government, or control.
Example
The school granted him a special dispensation to skip the exam due to illness.
Школа предоставила ему особое разрешение пропустить экзамен из-за болезни.
B1 noun /ˈdeə.ri/

Dairy

здание или ферма, где производится молоко; продукты из молока; магазин, продающий молоко и молочные продукты
Meaning
a building or farm where milk is produced; products made from milk; a shop selling milk and milk products
Example
The local dairy provides fresh milk and cheese to the entire neighborhood.
Местная молочная ферма предоставляет свежее молоко и сыр всему району.
C1 noun dɛkˈstɛr.ɪ.ti

dexterity

ловкость
Meaning
Skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands; mental skill or adroitness.
Example
His dexterity in playing the piano amazed the audience.
Его ловкость при игре на пианино поразила зрителей.
C2 noun /ˌdɛd ˈhiːt/

dead-heat

ничья
Meaning
a race or contest in which two or more competitors finish exactly equal
Example
The race ended in a dead-heat between the two runners.
Гонка закончилась ничьей между двумя бегунами.
C2 adjective /ˈdɔːnt.ləs/

dauntless

бесстрашный, храбрый, решительный
Meaning
Showing fearlessness and determination; brave and resolute.
Example
The dauntless soldier fought against all odds.
Бесстрашный солдат сражался против всех трудностей.
B1 verb /dæm/

damn

Meaning
to condemn or criticize strongly; used as an expletive to express anger or emphasis
Example
He damned the unfair system in his speech.
B2 noun /ˈdrʌm.stɪk/

Drumstick

Стручок моринги
Meaning
long green pod vegetable from moringa tree; nutritious vegetable used in curries
Example
The drumstick adds a unique flavor to the traditional fish curry.
Драмстик придает уникальный вкус традиционному рыбному карри.
C1 verb /ˌdiː.kəmˈprɛs/

decompress

расслабляться
Meaning
To relax and recover from stress or pressure.
Example
Taking deep breaths helps to decompress after a stressful day.
Глубокое дыхание помогает расслабиться после напряжённого дня.
B2 noun /ˈdoʊnər/

donor

донор
Meaning
A person who gives something, especially to a charity or cause.
Example
The donor contributed generously to the hospital’s new wing.
Донор щедро пожертвовал деньги на новое крыло больницы.
C1 verb /ˌdɪsɪmˈbɑːrk/

disembark

высаживаться
Meaning
To leave a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle.
Example
The passengers disembarked from the plane after landing.
Пассажиры сошли с самолета после приземления.
A1 noun /ˈdænsɪŋ/

dancing

Meaning
the activity of moving the body rhythmically to music
Example
They spent the evening dancing at the party.
B2 noun /dʌv/

Dove

голубь
Meaning
a small, gentle bird with soft cooing sounds, often white and symbolizing peace
Example
The white dove flew peacefully across the blue sky.
Белый голубь мирно летел по голубому небу.
B2 noun /dɪˈstrækʃənz/

distractions

отвлекающие факторы
Meaning
Things that prevent someone from concentrating on something else.
Example
Eliminate distractions for better productivity.
Устраните отвлекающие факторы для повышения продуктивности.
C1 verb /dɪˈtɛst/

detest

ненавидеть
Meaning
To dislike intensely or hate.
Example
I detest waking up early on weekends.
Я ненавижу вставать рано по выходным.
C2 adjective /dɪˈluːsəri/

delusory

иллюзорный
Meaning
Based on illusion; not real.
Example
He was filled with delusory hopes of becoming famous overnight.
Он был полон ложных надежд на то, чтобы стать знаменитым за одну ночь.
A2 verb, noun /dɪsˈlaɪk/

dislike

не любить
Meaning
to feel distaste or aversion for someone or something; a feeling of aversion
Example
I really dislike eating spicy food.
Мне действительно не нравится есть острую еду.
B2 noun /dɪsˈkloʊʒər/

disclosure

раскрытие
Meaning
the action of making something known or public
Example
The disclosure of the company's financial status was delayed.
Раскрытие финансового положения компании было задержано.
C1 noun /ˌdɛməˈlɪʃən/

demolition

снос
Meaning
the act or process of destroying a building or structure
Example
The demolition of the old factory took several weeks.
Снос старой фабрики занял несколько недель.
A2 noun /ˈdʌzən/

dozen

дюжина
Meaning
a group of twelve
Example
She bought a dozen eggs from the market.
Она купила дюжину яиц на рынке.
B2 adjective /dɪˈstɜː.bɪŋ/

disturbing

тревожный
Meaning
causing anxiety, worry, or emotional distress
Example
The news about the accident was deeply disturbing.
Новости о происшествии были глубоко тревожными.
C2 noun /ˌdɛkləˈmeɪʃən/

declamation

декламация
Meaning
a formal speech delivered with rhetorical or dramatic effect
Example
Her declamation captivated the audience at the competition.
Её декламация очаровала зрителей на конкурсе.
C1 adjective /ˈdek.stər.əs/

dexterous

умелый
Meaning
Showing or having skill, especially with the hands; mentally adroit and skillful.
Example
A dexterous programmer can write complex codes effortlessly.
У умелого программиста легко получается писать сложные коды.
B1 noun /dɪˈtɛktɪv/

detective

детектив
Meaning
a person whose job is to investigate and solve crimes
Example
The detective solved the mystery in just two days.
Детектив разгадал тайну всего за два дня.
C2 noun /dɪˈspɔɪlər/

despoiler

грабитель
Meaning
A person who robs, plunders, or violently takes things from others.
Example
The despoilers left the city in ruins.
Грабители оставили город в руинах.
B2 adjective dɪˈlɪbəreɪt

deliberate

сознательно сделано
Meaning
Done consciously and intentionally; carefully considered.
Example
His deliberate actions showed great care and thoughtfulness.
Его сознательные действия показали большую осторожность и продуманность.
C2 adjective /dɪsˈkɒnsələt/

disconsolate

безутешный
Meaning
very unhappy and unable to be comforted
Example
She was disconsolate after hearing the bad news.
Она была безутешной после того, как услышала плохие новости.
B2 adjective /dɪˈstrʌktɪv/

Destructive

разрушительный
Meaning
causing damage; harmful
Example
The hurricane was highly destructive to coastal areas.
Ураган был очень разрушительным для прибрежных районов.
C1 adjective /dɪˈspɪrɪtɪd/

dispirited

удручённый
Meaning
Having lost enthusiasm, hope, or confidence; dejected.
Example
After losing the match, the team looked dispirited.
После поражения команда выглядела удручённой.
C2 adjective /ˈdɪstəl/

distal

дистальный
Meaning
situated away from the center of the body or from the point of attachment
Example
The doctor examined the distal end of the patient’s arm.
Доктор осмотрел дистальный конец руки пациента.
C1 adjective /dɪˈmɒnstrətɪv/

demonstrative

выразительный
Meaning
openly showing feelings, especially affection or emotion
Example
She was very demonstrative with her affection towards her friends.
Она была очень выразительной в своих чувствах к своим друзьям.
C1 noun /djʊˈrɛs/

duress

принуждение
Meaning
threats, violence, or pressure used to force someone to do something
Example
She signed the contract under duress.
Она подписала контракт под принуждением.
C1 noun /ˈdrʌdʒəri/

drudgery

трудная и однообразная работа
Meaning
Hard, menial, or dull work.
Example
She wanted to escape the drudgery of her daily routine.
Она хотела сбежать от однообразной рутины своего дня.
C1 noun ˌdep.əˈzɪʃ.ən

deposition

депозиция, процесс отложения чего-либо
Meaning
The action of depositing something; the laying down of matter by a natural process.
Example
River deposition leads to the formation of new landmasses.
Депозиция рек приводит к образованию новых земельных масс.
C2 verb /dɪsˈpɔːrt/

disport

развлекаться
Meaning
To amuse oneself in a lively or playful way.
Example
The children disported themselves in the garden.
Дети развлекались в саду.
C1 noun ˌdiːˌrɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən

deregulation

дерегуляция
Meaning
The removal or reduction of government regulations in an economic sector.
Example
Deregulation has increased competition in the telecommunications sector.
Дерегуляция увеличила конкуренцию в телекоммуникационном секторе.
C1 verb /ˈdɪs.ɪ.peɪt/

dissipate

исчезать постепенно
Meaning
To disappear or cause to disappear gradually.
Example
The tension in the room slowly dissipated.
Напряжение в комнате постепенно исчезло.
B2 noun /dɪsˈmeɪ/

Dismay

замешательство; тревога
Meaning
concern and distress caused by something unexpected; consternation or alarm
Example
To our dismay, the concert was cancelled due to severe weather conditions.
К нашему удивлению концерт был отменен из-за тяжелых погодных условий.
C1 noun dəˌmɛstɪˈkeɪʃən

domestication

одомашнивание
Meaning
The process of taming an animal and keeping it as a pet or for farm produce.
Example
Domestication of animals has been crucial for human survival.
Одомашнивание животных было решающим для выживания человека.
B2 noun /den/

Den

логово; уютная комната; место для незаконной деятельности
Meaning
a wild animal's lair or home; a small, comfortable room; a place for illegal activities
Example
The fox disappeared into its den when it sensed danger approaching.
Лиса исчезла в своем логове, когда почувствовала приближающуюся опасность.
C1 adjective /dɪˈrɒɡətɔːri/

derogatory

уничижительный
Meaning
Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude.
Example
The article contained derogatory comments about the politician.
Статья содержала уничижительные комментарии о политике.
B2 noun /duːm/

doom

рок
Meaning
A terrible fate, destruction, or unavoidable bad outcome.
Example
The ancient prophecy foretold the city’s doom.
Древнее пророчество предсказало рок города.
C1 adjective /dɪˈlɪriəs/

delirious

делирий
Meaning
in an extremely disturbed or excited state of mind, often due to illness or emotion
Example
He was delirious with fever and kept muttering nonsense.
Он был в делирии от лихорадки и бормотал чепуху.
B2 verb /ˈdɛdɪkeɪt/

dedicate

посвящать
Meaning
to devote time, effort, or oneself to a particular purpose or person
Example
She dedicated her life to helping the poor.
Она посвятила свою жизнь помощи бедным.
B1 noun /dɪˈskʌvəri/

discovery

открытие
Meaning
The act of finding or learning something for the first time.
Example
The discovery of penicillin changed medical history.
Открытие пенициллина изменило медицинскую историю.
C1 adjective /dɪˈreɪndʒd/

deranged

психопат
Meaning
mentally disturbed or insane; behaving irrationally
Example
The deranged man shouted nonsense in the street.
Психопат кричал чепуху на улице.
C2 noun /doʊˈniː/

donee

бенефициар
Meaning
A person who receives a gift or donation.
Example
The scholarship fund’s donee expressed heartfelt gratitude.
Бенефициар фонда стипендий выразил искреннюю благодарность.
C1 noun dɪˈspær.ə.ti

disparity

неравенство
Meaning
A great difference or inequality.
Example
Disparity between countries must be reduced.
Диспропорция между странами должна быть уменьшена.
B1 noun /ˈdaɪəɡræm/

diagram

диаграмма
Meaning
a simplified drawing that shows the structure, relationship, or process of something
Example
The teacher explained the system using a clear diagram.
Учитель объяснил систему, используя понятную диаграмму.
C2 adjective /daɪˈɒsɪsən/

diocesan

относящийся к диоцезу
Meaning
relating to a diocese or the district under the supervision of a bishop in the Christian Church
Example
The diocesan council met to discuss church affairs.
Диоцезанский совет собрался, чтобы обсудить церковные дела.
B2 noun /ˈdɪpləmæt/

diplomat

дипломат
Meaning
An official representing a country abroad; a person skilled in dealing with people tactfully.
Example
The diplomat negotiated a peace agreement.
Дипломат вел переговоры о мирном соглашении.
B2 adjective /dɪˈzɜːrtɪd/

deserted

покинутый
Meaning
Empty of people; abandoned.
Example
The village looked completely deserted after the storm.
Деревня выглядела полностью покинутой после шторма.
A2 noun /ˈdɒlfɪn/

Dolphin

дельфин
Meaning
A highly intelligent marine mammal with a streamlined body and dorsal fin
Example
Dolphins are known for their playful behavior and intelligence.
Дельфины известны своим игривым поведением и интеллектом.
A2 noun /ˈdɪfɪkəlti/

difficulty

Meaning
the state or condition of being hard to do, deal with, or understand
Example
He faced great difficulty in learning a new language.
B2 noun /ˌdɛm.əˈɡræf.ɪks/

Demographics

Демография
Meaning
Statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it.
Example
Demographics help in targeted advertising.
Демография помогает в целевой рекламе.
C2 noun /ˌdɛkəˈsɪləbəl/

decasyllable

декасиллаб
Meaning
A line of verse with ten syllables.
Example
The poet often wrote in decasyllable form.
Поэт часто писал в декосиллабической форме.
C1 noun daɪˈkɒtəmi

dichotomy

дихотомия
Meaning
A division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely different.
Example
The dichotomy between tradition and modernity is often debated.
Дихотомия между традицией и современностью часто обсуждается.
C2 noun /ˌdɪsɪnklɪˈneɪʃən/

disinclination

нежелание
Meaning
a lack of willingness or desire to do something
Example
She showed a clear disinclination to join the meeting.
Она проявила явное нежелание присоединиться к встрече.
C2 noun /dɪˈdʒɛnərəsi/

degeneracy

деградация
Meaning
The state of decline or deterioration, often in moral, cultural, or physical qualities.
Example
The novel portrays the moral degeneracy of a corrupt society.
Роман изображает моральную деградацию коррумпированного общества.
B2 noun /ˈdɔː.weɪ/

doorway

дверной проем
Meaning
the space where a door opens into a room or building
Example
She stood in the doorway waiting for him to arrive.
Она стояла в дверном проеме, ожидая его прихода.
B1 adjective /draɪd/

dried

сухой
Meaning
without moisture; preserved by removing water
Example
She added some dried flowers to the vase for decoration.
Она добавила в вазу несколько сухих цветов для украшения.
B2 verb /dɪsˈmɪs/

dismiss

уволить, отклонить
Meaning
to remove someone from a job or position; to decide something is not important
Example
The manager dismissed the employee for being late too often.
Менеджер уволил сотрудника за то, что тот слишком часто опаздывал.
C1 verb /dʌb/

dub

дублировать
Meaning
to give a name or label to something; to add a soundtrack to a film or recording
Example
The movie was dubbed into several languages for international release.
Фильм был дубляжирован на несколько языков для международного релиза.
B1 noun /ˈdrɛsɪŋ/

dressing

заправка / смесь приправ
Meaning
a sauce for salads; or material used to cover a wound
Example
She prepared a delicious salad with Italian dressing.
Она приготовила вкусный салат с итальянской заправкой.
C2 noun /dɪˈstɛnʃən/

distention

вздутие
Meaning
The state of being swollen due to internal pressure.
Example
The patient complained of abdominal pain and distention.
Пациент пожаловался на боль в животе и вздутие.
C2 noun /dɪˈkrɛpɪˌtjuːd/

decrepitude

упадок
Meaning
the state of being old, weak, and worn out
Example
The once-great empire fell into decrepitude.
Когда-то великая империя погрузилась в упадок.
C2 verb /ˈdæli/

dally

медлить
Meaning
To act or move slowly; to waste time; also to engage in a casual romantic relationship.
Example
He dallied in the garden instead of starting his work.
Он медлил в саду, вместо того чтобы начать свою работу.
C1 adjective draʊt rɪˈzɪs.tənt

drought-resistant

устойчивый к засухе
Meaning
Able to survive and grow despite limited water availability or drought conditions.
Example
Drought-resistant crops can survive in arid conditions.
Засухоустойчивые культуры могут выживать в засушливых условиях.
C1 verb /dɪˈvɒlv/

devolve

передавать
Meaning
To pass power, responsibility, or duties to another person or group.
Example
The responsibility will devolve on the new manager.
Ответственность будет передана новому менеджеру.
C2 noun /ˈdaɪəˌdɛm/

diadem

диадема
Meaning
A crown or headband worn as a symbol of royalty or authority.
Example
The queen wore a glittering diadem at the coronation.
Королева носила сверкающий диадему на коронации.
B2 noun /dɪsˈtrɛs/

distress

стресс
Meaning
extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain
Example
He felt a deep sense of distress when he heard the bad news.
Он почувствовал глубокий стресс, когда услышал плохие новости.