英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
showing open resistance or bold disobedience
"The child was defiant when told to clean his room."
a lack or shortage of something that is necessary
"The doctor diagnosed him with a vitamin D deficiency."
not having enough of something that is essential
"The soil is deficient in nutrients."
The amount by which something, especially money, is too small or lacking.
"The government is trying to reduce the budget deficit."
to pollute, corrupt, or make dirty
"The river was defiled by industrial waste."
to explain the meaning of a word, phrase, or concept clearly
"The teacher asked the student to define the word 'democracy'."
clearly stated or decided; not vague or doubtful
"We need a definite plan before starting the project."
without any doubt; certainly
"I will definitely call you tomorrow."
a statement that explains the meaning of a word or concept
"The dictionary gives a clear definition of the word."
serving as a final or most authoritative form; conclusive and decisive
"The committee reached a definitive agreement on the policy."
Reduction of the general level of prices in an economy.
"Deflation often leads to decreased consumer spending."
to cause something to change direction; to avoid answering directly
"The shield deflected the incoming arrow."
to strip leaves from a tree, plant, or area, often using chemicals
"The farmers defoliated the fields before harvest."
The action of clearing a wide area of trees; removal of forests.
"Deforestation leads to habitat loss and climate change."
to change the normal shape or structure of something by twisting or distorting it
"Excessive heat can deform plastic containers."
to illegally take money or valuables from someone by deception
"The company was accused of trying to defraud investors."
to provide money to pay the costs of something
"The grant will help defray the cost of education."
to officially remove a priest or minister from their position and authority
"The church decided to defrock the priest after the scandal."
Demonstrating skill and cleverness in movement or action.
"The pianist's deft fingers moved across the keys with ease."
Skillfulness and quickness in action or thought.
"Her deftness with words impressed the audience."
No longer existing, operating, or functioning.
"The company became defunct after the financial crisis."
The state of decline or deterioration, often in moral, cultural, or physical qualities.
"The novel portrays the moral degeneracy of a corrupt society."
To decline or deteriorate in quality, character, or condition; or someone with low moral standards.
"The once thriving empire began to degenerate into chaos."
The process of decline or deterioration in structure or function.
"The degeneration of brain cells leads to cognitive decline."
Medical conditions that involve the deterioration or progressive decline of tissues, organs, or functions
"Degenerative diseases are common in an aging population."
The process of being degraded, declined, or reduced in quality, dignity, or value.
"Pollution leads to the degradation of the environment."
Reduced in quality, dignity, or condition.
"The villagers were forced to live in degraded conditions."
an amount or level of something; an academic qualification
"She earned a degree in engineering."
A condition in which the body or tissue lacks adequate water content.
"Dehydration can lead to fatigue and confusion."
to treat or worship someone or something as a god
"Some fans deify their favorite celebrities."
to do something considered beneath one's dignity
"The king did not deign to reply to the commoner."
a person who believes in the existence of a supreme being but rejects organized religion
"The philosopher identified himself as a deist."
a god or goddess
"The temple is dedicated to a Hindu deity."
to make someone feel sad, depressed, or dispirited
"The news of his failure seemed to deject him deeply."
a state of sadness, depression, or low spirits
"She sat in a state of dejection after hearing the bad news."
to make something happen later than planned
"The flight was delayed due to bad weather."
Late or postponed; happening later than planned or expected.
"The Artemis mission was delayed due to technical challenges."
delicious or highly enjoyable
"The restaurant served a delectable meal."
great pleasure or delight
"She read the story aloud for the delectation of her friends."
as a noun: a person appointed to represent others; as a verb: to entrust a task or responsibility to another
"The manager decided to delegate tasks to his team members."
the act of giving someone else responsibility for something
"The manager made a delegation of tasks to the team."
causing harm or damage
"Smoking has deleterious effects on health."
