Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun
/ˈdɒktrɪn/

A set of beliefs or principles held and taught by a religious, political, or other group.

"The church follows a strict doctrine on moral values."

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noun/verb
/ˈdɒkjʊmənt/

Noun: A written, printed, or electronic record that provides information or evidence. Verb: To record information in written or electronic form.

"She carefully documented all the expenses of the trip."

noun/adjective
/ˌdɒkjʊˈmɛntri/

A film or television program that provides a factual record or report.

"We watched a documentary about climate change."

noun
/ˌdɒkjʊmɛnˈteɪʃən/

material that provides official information or evidence

"The documentation for the project is available for review."

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dodder

verb
/ˈdɒdə/

To move in a weak and unsteady way, especially due to old age.

"The old man doddered across the street with a cane."

adjective
/ˈdɒdərɪŋ/

Weak, shaky, or unsteady, especially due to old age.

"The doddering professor struggled to climb the stairs."

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dodge

verb
/dɒdʒ/

to avoid something by moving quickly to the side or by being clever

"He managed to dodge the ball at the last second."

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Dodgy

adjective
/ˈdɒdʒi/

suspicious; questionable; unreliable; risky or dangerous

"That deal sounds dodgy to me."

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doe

noun
/doʊ/

a female deer, especially an adult one

"The doe and her fawn were grazing in the meadow."

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doff

verb
/dɒf/

to take off an item of clothing, especially a hat, as a sign of respect

"He doffed his hat as the procession passed."

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Dog

noun
/dɔːɡ/

a domesticated carnivorous mammal kept as a pet or for work

"The dog barked loudly at the stranger."

noun
/ˈdɒɡ roʊz/

A wild rose species with pink or white flowers and thorny stems, common in hedgerows

"The dog-rose bush grew wild along the countryside path."

adjective
/ˈdɒɡɪd/

showing stubborn determination and persistence

"She succeeded through dogged determination."

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noun
ˈdɒɡ.ɪd.nəs

Stubborn persistence in achieving something without giving up.

"His doggedness in pursuing his goals was inspiring."

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noun
/ˈdɒɡərəl/

Comic or irregular verse, often poorly constructed and lacking in artistic quality.

"The poet’s work was dismissed as mere doggerel by the critics."

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dogma

noun
/ˈdɒɡmə/

A principle or set of principles laid down by an authority as incontrovertibly true.

"The religious leader strictly adhered to traditional dogma."

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dogmatic

adjective
/dɒɡˈmætɪk/

Inclined to lay down principles as undeniably true, without consideration of evidence or others’ opinions.

"Her dogmatic approach left little room for debate."

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dogmatize

verb
/ˈdɒɡmətaɪz/

To state opinions or beliefs as if they were absolute truths.

"The professor tended to dogmatize on political issues."

noun
/ˈdɒldrəmz/

A state of inactivity, stagnation, or low spirits; also a region near the equator with calm winds.

"After the project failed, the team was stuck in the doldrums for months."

adjective
/ˈdəʊl.fəl/

Expressing sorrow or sadness; mournful.

"She gave him a doleful look before leaving."

adjective
/ˈdəʊl.səm/

Filled with grief or sadness; mournful.

"The dolesome ballad brought tears to their eyes."

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doll

noun
/dɒl/

a small toy resembling a human figure, especially for children

"The little girl hugged her favorite doll tightly."

noun
/ˈdɒlər/

The basic monetary unit of the United States and some other countries

"I need five dollars to buy this book."

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dolor

noun
/ˈdəʊ.lər/

A state of great sorrow or distress.

"The nation was in deep dolor after the tragedy."

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dolorous

adjective
/ˈdəʊ.lə.rəs/

Expressing great sorrow or distress.

"He spoke in a dolorous tone after the loss."

noun
/ˈdɒlfɪn/

A highly intelligent marine mammal with a streamlined body and dorsal fin

"Dolphins are known for their playful behavior and intelligence."

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dolt

noun
/doʊlt/

A stupid or slow-witted person.

"Only a dolt would believe such a story."

noun
/dəˈmeɪn/

An area of knowledge, activity, or territory over which control is exercised.

"Mathematics is her main domain of expertise."

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adjective
/dəˈmɛstɪk/

Relating to the home or internal affairs of a country.

"She bought domestic products to support local businesses."

verb
/dəˈmɛstɪkeɪt/

to tame an animal for use by humans; to adapt something for domestic use

"Humans domesticated dogs thousands of years ago."

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noun
dəˌmɛstɪˈkeɪʃən

The process of taming an animal and keeping it as a pet or for farm produce.

"Domestication of animals has been crucial for human survival."

noun
/ˌdoʊ.məˈstɪs.ə.ti/

Life at home or devotion to family life.

"She enjoys the domesticity of cooking and gardening."

noun
/ˈdɑː.mə.saɪl/

A person's legal residence or permanent home.

"He declared Canada as his legal domicile."

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noun
/ˈdɑː.mə.nəns/

The state of having power and influence over others.

"The company has maintained dominance in the smartphone market."

adjective
/ˈdɑː.mə.nənt/

Having power, authority, or influence over others; most important.

"English has become the dominant language in international business."

verb
/ˈdɒmɪneɪt/

to have power or control over something or someone

"The company dominates the smartphone market."

noun
/ˌdɒmɪˈneɪʃən/

the exercise of control or influence over someone or something

"The empire sought domination over its neighbors."

verb
/ˌdɒmɪˈnɪə/

to assert one's will over another in an arrogant way

"He tends to domineer over his younger colleagues."

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don

verb, noun
/dɒn/

to put on (an article of clothing); also used as a title for a respected person

"She donned her coat before leaving."

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verb
/dəʊˈneɪt/

to give money, goods, or time to help a person or organization

"They donated food to the flood victims."

noun
/dəʊˈneɪ.ʃən/

something that is given to help a person or organization, often money

"He made a generous donation to the local orphanage."

noun
/ˈdoʊneɪtər/

A person who gives something, especially money or goods, as a donation.

"The donator wished to remain anonymous after contributing a large sum."

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donee

noun
/doʊˈniː/

A person who receives a gift or donation.

"The scholarship fund’s donee expressed heartfelt gratitude."

noun
/ˈdɒŋ.ki/

a domesticated animal related to the horse, with long ears and a braying call

"The donkey carried heavy bags up the mountain."

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donor

noun
/ˈdoʊnər/

A person who gives something, especially to a charity or cause.

"The donor contributed generously to the hospital’s new wing."

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doodle

verb
/ˈduːdəl/

To draw or scribble absentmindedly, often while thinking about something else.

"She doodled flowers in the corner of her notebook during class."

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doom

noun
/duːm/

A terrible fate, destruction, or unavoidable bad outcome.

"The ancient prophecy foretold the city’s doom."

noun
/ˈduːmz.deɪ/

the last day of the world's existence; a time of catastrophic destruction

"The preacher spoke about doomsday and the importance of preparing spiritually."

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Door

noun
/dɔːr/

A movable barrier that allows entry or exit to a building, room, or vehicle.

"He knocked on the door before entering the house."

noun
/ˈdɔːr.mæt/

a mat placed in front of a door for wiping feet

"Please wipe your feet on the door-mat before entering the house."