CEFR Level
the process of disappearing or wasting; excessive indulgence in pleasure
"The dissipation of his fortune left him in poverty."
The act of persuading someone not to take a course of action.
"Her dissuasion prevented him from making a bad investment."
Capable of being stretched or expanded.
"The stomach is a distensible organ that can expand after eating."
The state of being swollen due to internal pressure.
"The patient complained of abdominal pain and distention."
a person, usually a landlord, who seizes another's property for unpaid debt or rent
"The distrainor took possession of the tenant's car until the debt was cleared."
digression; wandering from a path or subject
"His lecture was full of divagation, making it hard to follow the main point."
capable of being turned aside or redirected
"Funds from the budget are not legally divertible."
the action of selling off or disposing of business interests or assets
"The divestiture of the subsidiary was completed last year."
the practice of seeking knowledge of the future or the unknown by supernatural means
"Ancient people often relied on divination to guide important decisions."
the act of revealing or disclosing something secret or private
"The divulgence of company secrets caused a major scandal."
stubbornly devoted to a theory or doctrine without regard to practical considerations
"His doctrinaire approach to politics alienated many supporters."
Stubborn persistence in achieving something without giving up.
"His doggedness in pursuing his goals was inspiring."
Life at home or devotion to family life.
"She enjoys the domesticity of cooking and gardening."