"d" Flashcards
1
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Decree
A
to declare formally and with authority
2
Q
Deference
A
respect; regard
3
Q
Deficient
A
not enough in degree or amount
4
Q
Demonstrate
A
to do as an example; gives evidence for
5
Q
Demur
A
to object to
6
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Deplete
A
to (over)use over time (usu. resources)
7
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Desolate
A
bare, barren, empty
8
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Devise
A
to come up with (a plan)
9
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Dilemma
A
a problem, usually requiring a choice between two options
10
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Diligence
A
conscientiousness; the quality of being committed to a task
11
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Diminish
A
to become smaller in scope or degree
12
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Dire
A
hopeless and dangerous or fearful
13
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Discord
A
disagreement
14
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Disdain
A
a lack of respect and strong dislike (toward something or someone)
15
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Dismay
A
hopelessness, stress, or consternation; to fill with woe or apprehension
