Unit 21 Flashcards
1
Q
deride
A
to mock (verspotten)
2
Q
derivative
A
sth derived; unoriginal
3
Q
desiccate
A
to dry completely
4
Q
desuetude
A
state of disuse (Ungebräuchlichkeit)
5
Q
desultory
A
random; disconnected; rambling
6
Q
deterrent
A
sth that discourages or hinders
7
Q
detraction
A
the act of taking away; derogatory comment on a person’s character
8
Q
diaphanous
A
transparent; fine-textured; insubstantial; vague
9
Q
diatribe
A
bitter verbal attack
10
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dichotomy
A
division into two usually contradictory parts
