D Flashcards
1
Q
decorum
A
proper behavior
2
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deference
A
Polite behavior that shows your respect to someone
3
Q
demotic
A
relating to the kind of language used by ordinary people
4
Q
demur
A
to express doubt
5
Q
denigate
A
to destroy someone’s reputation
6
Q
denouement
A
outcome of the plot
7
Q
derivative
A
unoriginal
8
Q
desiccate
A
to dry completely
9
Q
desultory
A
random; rambling
10
Q
diatribe
A
bitter verbal attack
11
Q
dichotomy
A
two usually contradicting parts
12
Q
diffidence
A
shyness; lack of confidence
13
Q
diffuse
A
to spread out
14
Q
disabuse
A
to free from a misconception
15
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discordant
A
not in tune
