Quiz 7 Flashcards
deprecate
Express disapproval of
depreciate
Diminish in value over time
devastation
Great destruction or damage
devious
Not straightforward, dishonest
devoid
Entirely lacking or free from
devout
Having or showing deep religious feeling or commitment
dictum
A formal pronouncement from an authoritative source
didactic
Intended to teach,possibly intending to teach a moral value
diffident
Modest or shy because of lack of self-confidence
diffuse
To spread over a large area, disperse
digression
A temporary departure from the main subject
depraved
Morally corrupt, wicked
dilemma
A situation in which a difficult decision must be made
dilettante
Person who cultivates a certain interest without being entirely committed to it
discerning
Having or showing good judgement