英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
A peaceful solution to conflicts through negotiation and diplomatic channels.
"A diplomatic resolution is necessary for peace."
A person skilled in diplomacy; another word for diplomat.
"The diplomatist handled the negotiations with great tact."
A person with an uncontrollable craving for alcoholic drinks.
"The novel portrayed the tragic downfall of a dipsomaniac who lost everything to alcohol."
Extremely serious or urgent.
"The refugees were in dire need of food and shelter."
to manage or control the course of something; to give instructions
"She directed the team to complete the project on time."
the course or path on which someone or something is moving; instructions on what to do
"He asked for directions to the train station."
in a straight line or manner; without anything in between
"She spoke directly to the manager about her concerns."
a person who manages or oversees a company, department, or film
"The director gave final approval for the new movie script."
a book or online resource listing people, businesses, or services with relevant details
"I need to find a plumber in the phone directory."
A mournful song, piece of music, or poem expressing grief, often for the dead.
"The choir sang a solemn dirge at the funeral."
Loose soil or unclean matter; anything that makes a surface unclean.
"Her shoes were covered in dirt after walking through the field."
Covered with or containing an unclean substance.
"His shoes were dirty after walking in the mud."
A physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities.
"The organization supports people living with disability."
to make something unable to function or operate
"The technician disabled the alarm system temporarily."
having a physical or mental condition that limits movements, senses, or activities
"The park has special facilities for disabled people."
To free someone from a false belief or misconception.
"The teacher tried to disabuse the students of their misunderstanding."
an unfavorable circumstance or condition that reduces chances of success
"Living in a remote area can be a disadvantage when applying for certain jobs."
Lacking the basic resources or conditions needed for a good standard of living or equal opportunities.
"The program provides support to disadvantaged children."
Dissatisfied and rebellious, especially against authority or leadership.
"The reforms were introduced to calm the disaffected youth."
Unpleasant or offensive; causing discomfort or annoyance.
"The weather was cold and disagreeable."
a failure to agree or a difference in opinion
"Their disagreement on the issue caused a delay in the project."
to refuse to allow or accept something
"The referee disallowed the goal for offside."
The removal of ambiguity by making something clear and unambiguous.
"The AI system applies disambiguation to refine text understanding."
to stop being visible or to cease to exist
"The magician made the rabbit disappear."
to fail to fulfill expectations or hopes
"I don’t want to disappoint my parents."
sad or displeased because something has not happened as expected
"She was disappointed with her exam results."
the feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by the non-fulfillment of one's hopes or expectations
"Her face showed deep disappointment after hearing the results."
strong disapproval, typically on moral grounds
"The policy was met with widespread disapprobation."
The expression of an unfavorable opinion or judgment
"Her parents showed clear disapproval of her decision to drop out of college."
to have a negative opinion about something; to consider something wrong or bad
"Many parents disapprove of smoking."
to take weapons away from someone; to make someone feel less hostile
"The soldiers were ordered to disarm the rebels."
to disturb the order or arrangement of something
"The wind disarranged her hair."
a state of disorder or confusion
"The office was in complete disarray after the move."
To take apart something into its separate pieces.
"He had to disassemble the computer to repair it."
A sudden event that causes great damage or loss of life.
"The earthquake was a major disaster."
causing great damage or harm
"The flood caused disastrous damage to the city."
to deny responsibility for or connection with something
"He disavowed any involvement in the scandal."
the denial of any responsibility, connection, or support
"The politician issued a firm disavowal of the controversial remarks."
to break up and stop functioning as a group or organization
"The club decided to disband after twenty years of activity."
to officially remove a lawyer from the legal profession
"The corrupt lawyer was disbarred for unethical conduct."
a person who does not believe in something, especially a religion or idea
"He was called a disbeliever for rejecting the traditional faith."
to relieve someone of a burden or load
"She disburdened herself of worries by sharing them with her friend."
to pay out money, especially from a fund
"The organization will disburse the funds to the affected families."
The payment of money from a fund.
"The company's disbursement of salaries was delayed."
a flat, thin, round object or surface
"He inserted the music disc into the player."
to throw away something that is no longer needed
"She decided to discard the old clothes."
to recognize or understand something with difficulty
"It was hard to discern the figure in the dark."
able to be seen, recognized, or understood
"There was a discernible change in his behavior."
having good judgment or insight; able to distinguish well
"He is a discerning reader who notices subtle details."
