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C1 adjective /dɪˈrɒɡətɔːri/

derogatory

贬低的
Meaning
Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude.
Example
The article contained derogatory comments about the politician.
文章包含了对政治家的贬低评论。
C2 adjective /dɪˈdjuːsəbl/

deducible

可推断的
Meaning
able to be deduced; possible to be inferred
Example
The solution is deducible from the data provided.
解决方案可以从提供的数据中推断出来。
C2 verb /ˌdɪskəmˈbɑːbjuleɪt/

discombobulate

困惑
Meaning
to confuse or disconcert; to upset the normal order
Example
The sudden question seemed to discombobulate him.
突如其来的问题似乎让他感到困惑。
C1 verb /ˌdɪsˈmaʊnt/

dismount

下马
Meaning
to get off or down from something, especially a horse, bicycle, or motorcycle
Example
The rider dismounted from the horse after a long journey.
骑手在长途旅行后下马。
B1 noun /dɪˈlaɪt/

Delight

快乐; 愉悦
Meaning
a feeling of happiness or pleasure; something that gives great pleasure
Example
The children's laughter filled her heart with pure delight.
孩子们的笑声让她的心充满了纯粹的快乐。
C1 noun ˈdɪskɔrd

discord

不和
Meaning
Disagreement or conflict between people or ideas.
Example
Discord among people disrupts societal stability.
人们之间的不和破坏了社会的稳定。
C1 adjective /dɪˈmɒnstrətɪv/

demonstrative

表现的
Meaning
openly showing feelings, especially affection or emotion
Example
She was very demonstrative with her affection towards her friends.
她对朋友们的爱意非常表现出来。
C1 adjective /dɪˈvɪzəbl/

divisible

可被除
Meaning
Capable of being divided by another number without leaving a remainder.
Example
Twelve is divisible by three and four.
十二可以被三和四整除。
B2 noun /ˈdiːmən/

demon

恶魔
Meaning
an evil spirit or devil
Example
The story was about a demon who haunted the village.
这个故事是关于一个困扰村庄的恶魔。
B2 noun /ˈdreɪ.nɪdʒ/

drainage

排水
Meaning
the system or process by which water or other liquids are drained away
Example
Poor drainage caused flooding in the neighborhood.
糟糕的排水系统导致了邻里的洪水。
B1 noun /ˈdɛv.əl/

devil

魔鬼
Meaning
An evil spirit or supernatural being often regarded as the embodiment of wickedness and harm.
Example
The story warned children about making deals with the devil.
这个故事警告孩子们不要与魔鬼做交易。
C1 noun /dɪˌpriː.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən/

depreciation

折旧
Meaning
A reduction in the value of an asset with the passage of time, due to wear and tear.
Example
The car's depreciation rate is high after five years.
五年后，汽车的折旧率很高。
A2 noun /dəˈrɛkʃən/ or /daɪˈrɛkʃən/

direction

方向, 指令
Meaning
the course or path on which someone or something is moving; instructions on what to do
Example
He asked for directions to the train station.
他询问了去火车站的方向。
C2 adjective /ˈdəʊ.lə.rəs/

dolorous

Meaning
Expressing great sorrow or distress.
Example
He spoke in a dolorous tone after the loss.
C1 verb /dɪˈmiːn/

demean

贬低
Meaning
to cause someone to lose dignity or respect
Example
The manager demeaned his employees with rude remarks.
经理用粗鲁的言辞贬低了他的员工。
B2 adjective /ˌdɪp.ləˈmæt.ɪk/

Diplomatic

外交的; 善于处理人际关系
Meaning
relating to diplomacy; tactful; skilled in managing relationships
Example
She gave a diplomatic answer to avoid offending anyone.
她给出了外交的回答，以避免冒犯任何人。
C1 noun /ˌdiː.kɒmpəˈzɪʃən/

decomposition

分解
Meaning
the process of decaying or breaking down into simpler parts
Example
The decomposition of leaves enriches the soil.
叶子的分解使土壤更加肥沃。
B2 noun /ˈdeɪ.tə briːtʃ/

data breach

数据泄露
Meaning
Unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information through security violation
Example
A data breach exposed millions of users' passwords.
一次数据泄露暴露了数百万用户的密码。
A2 verb /ˌdɪsəˈpɪər/

disappear

消失
Meaning
to cease to be visible; to vanish
Example
The magician made the rabbit disappear.
魔术师让兔子消失了。
B1 noun ˈdɪdʒ.ɪ.təl tuːlz

digital tools

数字工具
Meaning
Electronic software and applications used for learning and educational purposes.
Example
Schools are integrating digital tools to enhance learning.
学校正在整合数字工具来增强学习效果。
C2 adjective /daɪˈdæktɪk/

didactic

教学的
Meaning
Intended to teach, often with a moral lesson.
Example
The novel is not just entertaining but also didactic in nature.
这本小说不仅仅是娱乐性，还有教学性质。
C1 verb /dɪsˈmæntəl/

dismantle

拆解
Meaning
to take apart; to remove or destroy the parts of
Example
Workers will dismantle the old bridge next month.
工人们将在下个月拆除旧桥。
C2 verb /ˈdɛpɪleɪt/

depilate

脱毛
Meaning
to remove hair from the skin, especially by mechanical or chemical means
Example
She decided to depilate her legs before the event.
她决定在活动前脱毛她的腿。
A2 verb /drɔː/

draw

画
Meaning
to create pictures or designs with a pencil or pen
Example
She draws beautiful landscapes in her spare time.
她在空闲时间画美丽的风景。
C1 verb /dɪˈfeɪs/

deface

毁坏
Meaning
to spoil the surface or appearance of something, especially by writing or drawing on it
Example
The vandals defaced the wall with graffiti.
那些恶棍用涂鸦毁坏了墙面。
B2 noun /ˈdɪpləmæt/

diplomat

外交官
Meaning
An official representing a country abroad; a person skilled in dealing with people tactfully.
Example
The diplomat negotiated a peace agreement.
外交官谈判了一个和平协议。
B2 verb /ˈdɛvəˌsteɪt/

devastate

摧毁
Meaning
to cause severe and overwhelming destruction or damage
Example
The hurricane devastated the coastal town.
飓风摧毁了海岸城镇。
C2 adjective /dɪˈfjuːzəbl/

diffusible

可扩散的
Meaning
able to spread or be spread through a medium
Example
Oxygen is diffusible through cell membranes.
氧气可以通过细胞膜扩散。
C2 adjective /dɪˈklæməˌtɔri/

declamatory

激昂的演讲风格
Meaning
speaking in a loud, rhetorical, or dramatic way
Example
The politician’s declamatory style impressed some but irritated others.
这位政治家的激昂演讲风格让一些人印象深刻，但让另一些人感到恼火。
B1 noun /dɪˈbeɪts/

debates

辩论
Meaning
Formal discussions where different viewpoints are presented and argued.
Example
Debates on governance lasted throughout the session.
关于治理的辩论贯穿了整个会议。
B2 noun ˈdevəsteɪtɪŋ ˈkɒnsɪkwənsɪz

devastating consequences

毁灭性后果
Meaning
Extremely harmful or destructive results or effects
Example
Air pollution has devastating consequences for health.
空气污染对健康有毁灭性后果。
C2 noun /ˌdaɪəˈlɛktɪk/

dialectic

Meaning
A method of argument or reasoning by dialogue, especially as a means of investigating truth.
Example
The philosopher used dialectic to challenge his students' assumptions.
C2 noun /drɒs/

dross

废料
Meaning
worthless or unwanted material; rubbish or impurities
Example
Most of his early writings were considered dross.
他的大部分早期作品被视为废料。
B2 noun /dɪsˈɡʌst/

Disgust

厌恶
Meaning
a feeling of revulsion or strong disapproval aroused by something unpleasant
Example
She expressed her disgust at the politician's corrupt behavior openly.
她公开表达了对政治家腐败行为的厌恶。
C1 noun dɪˈtɜː.mɪ.nənt

determinant

决定性因素
Meaning
A factor that decisively affects the nature or outcome of something.
Example
Education is a key determinant of success.
教育是成功的一个关键决定性因素。
B2 noun /ˈdɔːr.mæt/

Door-mat

门垫
Meaning
a mat placed in front of a door for wiping feet
Example
Please wipe your feet on the door-mat before entering the house.
请在进入房子之前在门垫上擦脚。
B2 verb /ˈdɑːrkən/

darken

变暗
Meaning
to make or become dark; to reduce brightness or light
Example
The clouds began to darken the sky before the storm.
暴风雨来临前，乌云开始使天空变暗。
C2 noun /ˌdɪsɪnklɪˈneɪʃən/

disinclination

不愿意
Meaning
a lack of willingness or desire to do something
Example
She showed a clear disinclination to join the meeting.
她表现出明显的不愿意参加会议。
C2 adjective /ˈdʌktaɪl/

ductile

延展性强
Meaning
capable of being stretched into a thin wire without breaking; easily influenced
Example
Gold is a very ductile metal.
黄金是一种非常延展的金属。
C1 verb /ˈdɪs.ɪ.peɪt/

dissipate

逐渐消失
Meaning
To disappear or cause to disappear gradually.
Example
The tension in the room slowly dissipated.
房间里的紧张气氛慢慢消失了。
C1 adjective /ˈdjuːtɪfəl/

Dutiful

尽职的；尊敬的；顺从的
Meaning
conscientiously fulfilling one's duty; obedient; respectful
Example
She is a dutiful daughter who always helps her parents.
她是一个尽职的女儿，总是帮助她的父母。
C2 verb /ˌdɪskəmˈpoʊz/

discompose

打乱
Meaning
To disturb the order or calmness of something or someone.
Example
The unexpected question seemed to discompose her.
出乎意料的问题似乎让她不知所措。
B2 noun /dwɔːrf/

dwarf

矮人
Meaning
a person, animal, or plant much smaller than average
Example
Snow White lived with seven dwarfs.
白雪公主与七个矮人一起生活。
C2 noun /ˈdaɪətraɪb/

diatribe

激烈的抨击
Meaning
A forceful and bitter verbal attack against someone or something.
Example
The politician launched a diatribe against his opponents.
这位政治家对他的对手发起了激烈的抨击。
C1 noun ˌdɪdʒɪˈnɛəreɪʃən

degeneration

退化
Meaning
The process of decline or deterioration in structure or function.
Example
The degeneration of brain cells leads to cognitive decline.
大脑细胞的退化导致认知能力下降。
B1 noun ˈdɪsɪplɪn

discipline

纪律
Meaning
The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience
Example
Discipline helps maintain focus and productivity.
纪律有助于保持专注和生产力。
C1 adjective /dɪˈmɛntɪd/

demented

精神错乱的 / 不理智的
Meaning
behaving irrationally due to mental illness or extreme excitement
Example
He looked demented after hearing the shocking news.
他在听到令人震惊的消息后看起来像个精神错乱的人。
B1 adjective /ˈdaɪɪŋ/

Dying

临终; 即将死亡;
Meaning
approaching death; in the process of dying; fading away
Example
The dying plant needs water immediately.
临终的植物需要立即浇水。
A2 noun /ˈdiː.teɪl/

detail

细节
Meaning
An individual feature, fact, or item of information.
Example
She explained the plan in great detail.
她详细解释了计划。
A1 noun /ˈdɒktər/

doctor

医生
Meaning
A qualified medical professional who treats illnesses and injuries.
Example
The doctor prescribed medicine for the patient.
医生为病人开了药。
B2 noun /ˈdɛsɪməl/

decimal

十进制
Meaning
A number system based on 10; a number expressed in the base-10 system.
Example
The number 0.75 is a decimal.
数字0.75是一个十进制数。
C1 adjective /dɪˈɡreɪdɪd/

degraded

退化
Meaning
Reduced in quality, dignity, or condition.
Example
The villagers were forced to live in degraded conditions.
村民们被迫在退化的条件下生活。
C2 verb /ˌdɪsəˈvaʊ/

disavow

否认
Meaning
to deny responsibility for or connection with something
Example
He disavowed any involvement in the scandal.
他否认参与了丑闻。
C1 noun /ˈdæmpər/

damper

某物减少或减弱力量、效果或兴奋
Meaning
something that reduces or lessens the force, effect, or excitement
Example
The cancellation of the trip put a damper on their enthusiasm.
旅行的取消降低了他们的热情。
B1 noun /doʊˈneɪ.ʃən/

Donation

捐赠; 贡献
Meaning
something that is given to a charity, especially a sum of money; the act of giving
Example
The generous donation helped the hospital purchase new medical equipment.
慷慨的捐赠帮助医院购买了新的医疗设备。
B2 verb dɪˈtɪəriəreɪt

deteriorate

恶化
Meaning
To become progressively worse in quality, condition, or performance; to decline.
Example
Unplanned growth can deteriorate living conditions.
无计划的增长可能会恶化生活条件。
C2 adjective /dɪsˈkɒnsələt/

disconsolate

无法安慰的
Meaning
very unhappy and unable to be comforted
Example
She was disconsolate after hearing the bad news.
听到坏消息后，她感到无法安慰。
C1 adjective dɪˈskrɪmɪnətɔːri

discriminatory

歧视性
Meaning
Making or showing an unfair or prejudicial distinction between different categories of people or things.
Example
Discriminatory policies triggered protests.
歧视性政策引发了抗议。
C2 adjective /dɪˈrɒɡətɪv/

derogative

贬低的
Meaning
Expressing a low opinion or showing lack of respect.
Example
He made a derogative remark about her work.
他对她的工作做了贬低的评论。
C1 adjective /ˈdrɪəri/

dreary

沉闷的 / 阴沉的
Meaning
dull, bleak, and lifeless; depressing
Example
The long, dreary winter made everyone feel gloomy.
漫长而阴沉的冬天让每个人都感到沮丧。
A2 verb /draɪv/

drive

驾驶
Meaning
to control and move a vehicle; to force someone to move
Example
I will drive to work tomorrow morning.
我明天早上开车去工作。
B1 verb /dɪˈpɑːrt/

depart

Meaning
to leave, especially to start a journey
Example
The train will depart at 9 a.m.
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.
A2 noun /ˈdeɪ.tə/

Data

数据
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.
科学家分析了来自数千个实验的数据，以得出结论。
C1 noun /ˌdɛməˈlɪʃən/

demolition

拆除
Meaning
the act or process of destroying a building or structure
Example
The demolition of the old factory took several weeks.
拆除旧工厂花了好几个星期。
C1 noun ˌdiː.sen.trə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

decentralization

分权
Meaning
The transfer of authority from central to local government.
Example
Decentralization promotes regional autonomy.
分权促进区域自治。
C2 verb /dɪˈbɑːrk/

debark

下船
Meaning
to disembark or get off a ship, aircraft, or vehicle
Example
The passengers debarked as soon as the ship docked.
乘客在船停靠后下船。
B2 noun /dɪsˈɡreɪs/

Disgrace

耻辱; 丢脸; 恥辱
Meaning
loss of reputation or respect as the result of a dishonorable action; a shameful situation
Example
His arrest brought disgrace upon his entire family and reputation.
他的逮捕给他的整个家庭和声誉带来了耻辱。
C1 noun dɪˌlɪb.əˈreɪ.ʃən

deliberation

深思熟虑
Meaning
Long and careful consideration or discussion.
Example
The agreement was finalized after much deliberation.
协议在经过长时间的深思熟虑后最终确定。
C1 noun /dɪˈlɪriəm/

delirium

谵妄
Meaning
An acutely disturbed state of mind characterized by restlessness, illusions, and incoherence.
Example
The patient experienced delirium after the surgery due to the strong medication.
患者在手术后由于强烈的药物而经历了谵妄。
C2 adjective /ˌdeɪ.kɒlˈteɪ/

decollete

低胸的服装
Meaning
of a woman's dress or top, cut low so as to reveal the neck and upper chest
Example
She wore a decollete gown to the party.
她穿着低胸裙子参加了派对。
B2 noun ˌdiː.fɒr.ɪˈsteɪ.ʃən

deforestation

森林砍伐
Meaning
The action of clearing a wide area of trees; the permanent destruction of forests in order to make the land available for other uses.
Example
Deforestation accelerates the loss of biodiversity.
森林砍伐加速了生物多样性的丧失。
C2 adjective /daɪˈɡrɛsɪv/

digressive

偏离主要话题的倾向
Meaning
Tending to depart from the main subject in speech or writing.
Example
The speaker's digressive style made the lecture difficult to follow.
演讲者的偏离主题的风格使得听讲变得困难。
B2 noun /ˈdʌklɪŋ/

duckling

Meaning
a young duck
Example
The mother duck led her ducklings to the pond.
C2 noun /ˈdɒkɪt/

docket

清单
Meaning
a list or schedule of cases to be tried in a court or items to be done
Example
The judge reviewed the docket before starting the session.
法官在开始会议之前审查了清单。
B2 verb /dɒdʒ/

dodge

躲避
Meaning
to move quickly to one side to avoid something; to avoid dealing with something cleverly or dishonestly
Example
The boxer managed to dodge his opponent's punch.
拳击手成功躲开了对手的拳头。
B2 noun daɪˈvɜːsɪti

diversity

多样性
Meaning
The state of being diverse; variety.
Example
Biodiversity promotes ecosystem stability and resilience.
生物多样性促进了生态系统的稳定性和恢复力。
B2 noun /ˌdɪs.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Disability

残疾
Meaning
a physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities
Example
Despite his physical disability, he became a successful athlete in wheelchair racing.
尽管他有身体残疾，他还是成为了轮椅赛车的成功运动员。
B1 adjective /dɪsˈɡʌstɪŋ/

disgusting

令人作呕
Meaning
extremely unpleasant or offensive; causing strong dislike or revulsion
Example
The smell coming from the trash can was absolutely disgusting.
垃圾桶散发的气味非常令人作呕。
C1 noun /ˈdjuːplɛks/

duplex

双拼房
Meaning
A house or apartment divided into two separate residences.
Example
They live in a duplex near the city center.
他们住在市中心附近的一座双拼房里。
C1 adjective ˈdɔːn.tɪŋ

daunting

令人生畏或具有挑战性的
Meaning
Something that seems intimidating or challenging.
Example
The task seemed daunting, but she completed it successfully.
任务看起来令人害怕，但她成功地完成了它。
A2 noun /ˈdɛsktɒp/

desktop

Meaning
a computer designed to be used on a desk, typically with a separate monitor, keyboard, and mouse
Example
I keep my documents on the desktop for easy access.
B1 adjective /dɪsˈɒnəst/

Dishonest

不诚实的; 欺骗的; 狡猾的
Meaning
not honest; fraudulent; deceitful
Example
The dishonest salesman tried to sell them a broken car.
那个不诚实的销售员试图卖给他们一辆坏车。
A2 verb /dɪsˈkʌvər/

discover

发现
Meaning
to find something for the first time
Example
Scientists discovered a new planet last year.
科学家去年发现了一颗新行星。
B2 noun /ˈdjuːəʊ/

duo

二重奏
Meaning
a pair of people or things, especially in music or entertainment
Example
The musical duo performed their latest hit at the concert.
这个音乐二重奏在音乐会上演奏了他们的最新热门曲。
C2 noun /dɪˈspɔɪlər/

despoiler

掠夺者
Meaning
A person who robs, plunders, or violently takes things from others.
Example
The despoilers left the city in ruins.
掠夺者让城市变成废墟。
C2 noun /ˈdɛvɪlri/

devilry

恶作剧
Meaning
Wicked or cruel behavior; mischievous actions.
Example
The children were full of devilry on Halloween night.
万圣节那天，孩子们充满了恶作剧。
B1 noun/adjective /ˌdɒkjʊˈmɛntri/

documentary

纪录片
Meaning
A film or television program that provides a factual record or report.
Example
We watched a documentary about climate change.
我们观看了关于气候变化的纪录片。
C1 noun /ˌdiːˈmer.ɪt/

Demerit

过错; 缺点; 由于过错或违法行为而给出的标记
Meaning
a fault or disadvantage; a mark given for a fault or offense
Example
The student received a demerit for arriving late to class repeatedly.
学生因为多次迟到而得到了一个德梅里特。
B2 verb /dɪˈmɒlɪʃ/

demolish

拆除
Meaning
to destroy completely, especially a building or structure
Example
The city decided to demolish the old stadium to build a new one.
这座城市决定拆除旧体育场，建造一个新的。
C1 adjective /dɪsˈsɪmɪlər/

dissimilar

不同
Meaning
Not alike; different.
Example
Though they are twins, their personalities are dissimilar.
虽然他们是双胞胎，但他们的个性不同。
B2 adjective /dɪˈskriːt/

discreet

谨慎的
Meaning
careful and prudent in one's speech or actions, especially to keep something confidential or avoid embarrassment
Example
She was discreet about the details of their conversation.
她对他们谈话的细节非常谨慎。
A2 noun /ˈden.tɪst/

Dentist

牙科医生
Meaning
a medical professional who treats teeth and oral health
Example
I need to visit the dentist for a regular checkup.
我需要去看牙医进行定期检查。
C2 verb /ˈdʌv.teɪl/

dovetail

完美契合
Meaning
to fit or combine perfectly together
Example
Her plans dovetail perfectly with our goals.
她的计划与我们的目标完美契合。
B2 noun /dɒk/

dock

码头
Meaning
a structure where ships are loaded, unloaded, or repaired
Example
The ship stayed at the dock for two days.
船只在码头停留了两天。
C1 noun dɪˌzɝː.t̬ə.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən

desertification

沙漠化
Meaning
The process by which fertile land becomes desert, typically as a result of drought, deforestation, or inappropriate agriculture.
Example
Deforestation accelerates desertification.
森林砍伐加速了沙漠化。
A2 noun /dʌk/

Duck

鸭子
Meaning
a waterbird with webbed feet and a broad flat bill
Example
The duck swam gracefully across the lake.
那只鸭子优雅地游过湖面。
A2 noun /ˈdɒlfɪn/

Dolphin

海豚
Meaning
A highly intelligent marine mammal with a streamlined body and dorsal fin
Example
Dolphins are known for their playful behavior and intelligence.
海豚以其顽皮的行为和聪明而闻名。
C2 verb /dɪsˈtɛnd/

distend

膨胀
Meaning
to swell or expand by pressure from within
Example
Her stomach began to distend after the large meal.
她的肚子在大餐后开始膨胀。
C2 verb /deɪn/

deign

不屑做某事
Meaning
to do something considered beneath one's dignity
Example
The king did not deign to reply to the commoner.
国王没有屈尊回应平民。
C1 noun /dɪˈfɔː.mə.ti/

Deformity

畸形; 身体畸形
Meaning
a distorted or unnatural shape or form; physical malformation
Example
The accident caused a permanent deformity in his left hand.
事故导致他左手出现了永久性畸形。
B2 noun /dɪˈdʌk.ʃən/

deduction

推理
Meaning
The process of reaching a conclusion through logical reasoning.
Example
His deduction from the evidence was accurate.
他的推理基于证据是准确的。
C2 noun /ˈdɛftnəs/

deftness

灵巧
Meaning
Skillfulness and quickness in action or thought.
Example
Her deftness with words impressed the audience.
她在言辞上的灵巧令观众印象深刻。
B1 verb /daɪv/

dive

跳水
Meaning
to plunge headfirst into water or another substance
Example
He decided to dive into the pool on a hot day.
他决定在炎热的日子里跳进游泳池。
B1 verb /dɪsˈtrɪbjuːt/

distribute

分发
Meaning
to give out or spread something among several people or places
Example
The teacher will distribute the test papers.
老师将分发测试试卷。
C1 verb /daɪˈvɛst/

divest

Meaning
to strip away possessions, rights, or assets; to rid oneself of
Example
The company decided to divest its unprofitable division.
C2 verb /dɪˈtruːd/

detrude

推向下或推向外面
Meaning
To thrust or force something downward or outward.
Example
The violent waves detruded rocks from the cliff.
暴力的海浪把岩石从悬崖上推了下来。
A1 verb /driːm/

dream

梦想
Meaning
to have thoughts and images in your mind while sleeping; to hope for
Example
I often dream about flying in the sky.
我常常梦想在天空中飞翔。
B2 adverb /ˈden.sli/

densely

密集地
Meaning
In a closely compacted or crowded manner.
Example
The area is densely covered with trees.
这个区域密集地覆盖着树木。
C1 verb /dɪˈɡreɪd/

degrade

Meaning
To lower in dignity, quality, or value; to treat with disrespect or to deteriorate.
Example
Harsh words can degrade a person's confidence.
C1 noun /ˌdaɪəˈrɑːmə/

diorama

立体模型
Meaning
a three-dimensional model representing a scene, often with miniature figures
Example
The museum displayed a diorama of an ancient village.
博物馆展示了一个古代村庄的立体模型。
B2 adjective /dɪˈfektɪv/

Defective

有缺陷的; 不完整的
Meaning
having faults or defects; imperfect
Example
The defective product was returned to the store.
有缺陷的产品被退还到商店。
C1 adjective ˌdet.rɪˈmen.təl

detrimental

有害的
Meaning
Tending to cause harm; damaging or harmful.
Example
Pollution has detrimental effects on fertility.
污染对生育力有害。
C1 verb /dɪˈpliːt/

deplete

耗尽
Meaning
to reduce the quantity or supply of something
Example
The long war has depleted the country's resources.
长时间的战争已经耗尽了该国的资源。
C2 verb /dɪˈspɒnd/

despond

沮丧
Meaning
to lose confidence or hope; to become dejected
Example
After repeated failures, he began to despond.
在多次失败后，他开始感到沮丧。
C1 verb /dɪˈteɪn/

detain

Meaning
to keep someone from proceeding; to hold back, especially by official authority
Example
The police detained the suspect for questioning.
A2 verb, noun /dɪsˈlaɪk/

dislike

不喜欢
Meaning
to feel distaste or aversion for someone or something; a feeling of aversion
Example
I really dislike eating spicy food.
我真的不喜欢吃辣的食物。
C1 noun /doʊ/

doe

母鹿
Meaning
a female deer, especially an adult one
Example
The doe and her fawn were grazing in the meadow.
母鹿和她的小鹿在草地上吃草。
C2 noun /ˈdɛkəˌlɔːɡ/

decalogue

Meaning
The Ten Commandments in the Bible; a set of fundamental rules or principles.
Example
The priest gave a sermon on the importance of the Decalogue.
C1 verb /ˌdɪsɪnˈtæŋɡl/

disentangle

解开
Meaning
To free something or someone from a tangle or complication.
Example
She tried to disentangle her hair from the branches.
她试图把头发从树枝上解开。
B2 noun /drɪl/

drill

钻头
Meaning
a tool or exercise used for making holes or practicing skills
Example
The students took part in a fire drill at school.
学生们参加了学校的火灾演习。