英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
Reduction in the number or quantity of something.
"Overfishing has led to the depletion of marine life."
deserving strong condemnation; shockingly bad in quality
"The refugees were living in deplorable conditions."
to feel or express strong disapproval of something
"The community deplored the act of violence."
to move into position for action, especially troops or resources
"The general decided to deploy more soldiers to the border."
the action of moving or positioning something into place for use
"The deployment of the new software was completed successfully."
A person who gives testimony under oath, especially in a written deposition.
"The deponent confirmed the accuracy of the statement during the trial."
To reduce the number of people living in a place.
"The war threatened to depopulate the once-thriving town."
To expel a foreigner from a country, usually for legal or political reasons.
"The government decided to deport the illegal immigrants."
The act of expelling a foreigner from a country.
"The deportation of hundreds of workers sparked international criticism."
A person's behavior or manners, especially in a formal situation.
"Her deportment during the ceremony impressed everyone."
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."
the act of removing someone from office, or the process of giving sworn evidence
"The lawyer took the witness’s deposition before the trial."
a person who places money in a bank or financial institution
"The bank provides insurance to protect depositors’ funds."
a place where things are stored or deposited, especially financial assets
"The national depository safeguards all government bonds."
to corrupt morally; to make someone immoral or wicked
"The novel was criticized for attempting to deprave the minds of young readers."
morally corrupt or wicked
"The film depicts the life of a depraved criminal."
moral corruption; wickedness
"The film portrays the moral depravity of a corrupt society."
to express disapproval of something
"The teacher deprecated the use of slang in academic essays."
expressing disapproval or belittling
"He gave a deprecatory remark about their performance."
to reduce in value over time
"Cars tend to depreciate quickly in their first few years."
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."
An act of attacking or plundering; damage caused by such acts.
"The villagers feared the depredation of wild animals at night."
To make someone feel sad or without hope; to reduce the level or strength of something.
"The gloomy weather tends to depress people."
A drug that reduces functional or nervous activity in the body.
"Alcohol acts as a depressant on the central nervous system."
Feeling very sad and without hope; in a state of unhappiness.
"She felt depressed after losing her job."
A state of severe sadness or hopelessness; also a prolonged downturn in economic activity.
"She has been battling depression for several months."
The state of lacking basic necessities or comforts of life.
"Children growing up in deprivation often face many challenges."
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."
To appoint someone as a deputy; to act as a substitute or representative.
"The sheriff decided to deputize several locals to help maintain order."
A person appointed as a substitute with power to act.
"The deputy will lead the meeting in the manager’s absence."
To uproot something completely; to displace people from their native environment or culture.
"The conflict deracinated many families from their homeland."
mentally disturbed or insane; behaving irrationally
"The deranged man shouted nonsense in the street."
The removal or reduction of government regulations and controls, often involving liberalization, free market policies, or privatization.
"The deregulation of industries boosted economic growth."
in poor condition due to neglect or disuse; a homeless or neglected person
"The old factory stood derelict for decades."
the state of being abandoned; neglect of duty
"The officer was charged with dereliction of duty."
to mock or ridicule someone or something
"The critics derided the new movie for its poor script."
deserving ridicule or mockery
"His excuse was so weak that it was plainly derisible."
Contemptuous ridicule or mockery.
"His ideas were greeted with derision by the audience."
Expressing contempt or ridicule.
"She gave a derisive laugh at his attempt to sing."
The origin or development of something from a source.
"The derivation of the word comes from Latin."
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."
To obtain something from a source.
"Many English words derive from Latin."
Developed or obtained from something else; not original.
"The word is derived from Latin."
A doctor who specializes in the treatment of skin diseases.
"She consulted a dermatologist for her skin allergy."
The branch of medicine concerned with the skin and its diseases.
"He studied dermatology at medical school."
Expressing a low opinion or showing lack of respect.
"He made a derogative remark about her work."
Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude.
"The article contained derogatory comments about the politician."
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."
