Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

depletion definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
dɪˈpliː.ʃən

Reduction in the number or quantity of something.

"Overfishing has led to the depletion of marine life."

adjective
/dɪˈplɔːrəbl/

deserving strong condemnation; shockingly bad in quality

"The refugees were living in deplorable conditions."

deplore definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
/dɪˈplɔːr/

to feel or express strong disapproval of something

"The community deplored the act of violence."

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deploy

verb
/dɪˈplɔɪ/

to move into position for action, especially troops or resources

"The general decided to deploy more soldiers to the border."

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noun
/dɪˈplɔɪmənt/

the action of moving or positioning something into place for use

"The deployment of the new software was completed successfully."

noun
/dɪˈpoʊnənt/

A person who gives testimony under oath, especially in a written deposition.

"The deponent confirmed the accuracy of the statement during the trial."

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depopulate

verb
/diːˈpɒpjʊˌleɪt/

To reduce the number of people living in a place.

"The war threatened to depopulate the once-thriving town."

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deport

verb
/dɪˈpɔːrt/

To expel a foreigner from a country, usually for legal or political reasons.

"The government decided to deport the illegal immigrants."

noun
/ˌdiːpɔːrˈteɪʃən/

The act of expelling a foreigner from a country.

"The deportation of hundreds of workers sparked international criticism."

noun
/dɪˈpɔːrtmənt/

A person's behavior or manners, especially in a formal situation.

"Her deportment during the ceremony impressed everyone."

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depose

verb
/dɪˈpoʊz/

to remove someone from office or power, especially suddenly and forcefully

"The rebels managed to depose the dictator after years of unrest."

noun/verb
/dɪˈpɑːzɪt/

to place money in a bank account, or a sum paid in advance as security; a layer of material left naturally

"She deposited $500 into her savings account."

deposition definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˌdepəˈzɪʃən/

the act of removing someone from office, or the process of giving sworn evidence

"The lawyer took the witness’s deposition before the trial."

noun
/dɪˈpɑːzɪtər/

a person who places money in a bank or financial institution

"The bank provides insurance to protect depositors’ funds."

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depository

noun
/dɪˈpɑːzətɔːri/

a place where things are stored or deposited, especially financial assets

"The national depository safeguards all government bonds."

verb
/dɪˈpreɪv/

to corrupt morally; to make someone immoral or wicked

"The novel was criticized for attempting to deprave the minds of young readers."

adjective
/dɪˈpreɪvd/

morally corrupt or wicked

"The film depicts the life of a depraved criminal."

noun
/dɪˈprævɪti/

moral corruption; wickedness

"The film portrays the moral depravity of a corrupt society."

verb
/ˈdɛprɪˌkeɪt/

to express disapproval of something

"The teacher deprecated the use of slang in academic essays."

adjective
/ˈdɛprɪkətɔːri/

expressing disapproval or belittling

"He gave a deprecatory remark about their performance."

verb
/dɪˈpriːʃieɪt/

to reduce in value over time

"Cars tend to depreciate quickly in their first few years."

depreciation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/dɪˌpriːʃiˈeɪʃən/

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."

noun
/ˌdɛprɪˈdeɪʃən/

An act of attacking or plundering; damage caused by such acts.

"The villagers feared the depredation of wild animals at night."

verb
/dɪˈprɛs/

To make someone feel sad or without hope; to reduce the level or strength of something.

"The gloomy weather tends to depress people."

noun
/dɪˈprɛsənt/

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

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

adjective
/dɪˈprɛst/

Feeling very sad and without hope; in a state of unhappiness.

"She felt depressed after losing her job."

noun
/dɪˈprɛʃən/

A state of severe sadness or hopelessness; also a prolonged downturn in economic activity.

"She has been battling depression for several months."

deprivation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˌdɛprɪˈveɪʃən/

The state of lacking basic necessities or comforts of life.

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

verb
/dɪˈpraɪv/

to take something away from someone, or prevent them from having it

"The new law may deprive people of their rights."

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Depth

noun
/dɛpθ/

The distance from the top to the bottom of something; the intensity or complexity of a subject.

"The diver measured the depth of the ocean trench."

verb
/ˈdɛpjʊˌtaɪz/

To appoint someone as a deputy; to act as a substitute or representative.

"The sheriff decided to deputize several locals to help maintain order."

noun
/ˈdɛpjʊti/

A person appointed as a substitute with power to act.

"The deputy will lead the meeting in the manager’s absence."

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deracinate

verb
/dɪˈræsɪˌneɪt/

To uproot something completely; to displace people from their native environment or culture.

"The conflict deracinated many families from their homeland."

adjective
/dɪˈreɪndʒd/

mentally disturbed or insane; behaving irrationally

"The deranged man shouted nonsense in the street."

deregulation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˌdiː.rɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

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

"The deregulation of industries boosted economic growth."

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derelict

adjective, noun
/ˈdɛrəlɪkt/

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

"The old factory stood derelict for decades."

noun
/ˌdɛrɪˈlɪkʃən/

the state of being abandoned; neglect of duty

"The officer was charged with dereliction of duty."

deride definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
/dɪˈraɪd/

to mock or ridicule someone or something

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

adjective
/dɪˈrɪzəbl/

deserving ridicule or mockery

"His excuse was so weak that it was plainly derisible."

noun
/dɪˈrɪʒən/

Contemptuous ridicule or mockery.

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

adjective
/dɪˈraɪsɪv/

Expressing contempt or ridicule.

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

noun
/ˌdɛrɪˈveɪʃən/

The origin or development of something from a source.

"The derivation of the word comes from Latin."

derivative definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, adjective
/dɪˈrɪvətɪv/

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."

verb
/dɪˈraɪv/

To obtain something from a source.

"Many English words derive from Latin."

adjective
/dɪˈraɪvd/

Developed or obtained from something else; not original.

"The word is derived from Latin."

noun
/ˌdɜːrməˈtɑːlədʒɪst/

A doctor who specializes in the treatment of skin diseases.

"She consulted a dermatologist for her skin allergy."

noun
/ˌdɜːrməˈtɑːlədʒi/

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

"He studied dermatology at medical school."

adjective
/dɪˈrɒɡətɪv/

Expressing a low opinion or showing lack of respect.

"He made a derogative remark about her work."

adjective
/dɪˈrɒɡətɔːri/

Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude.

"The article contained derogatory comments about the politician."

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derrick

noun
/ˈdɛrɪk/

A framework or tower used for supporting a crane, especially for oil drilling or lifting heavy loads.

"The workers assembled a derrick at the oil drilling site."