Vocabulary List 9 Flashcards
1
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Diffuse
A
To spread or scatter freely or widely (Verb)
2
Q
Didactic
A
Intended to instruct (Adjective)
3
Q
Diatribe
A
A bitter or abusive statement in speech or writing (Noun)
4
Q
Devoid
A
Entirely lacking or free from (Adjective)
5
Q
Devious
A
Dishonest or deceptive; tricky (Adjective)
6
Q
Deter
A
To discourage or prevent from taking action (Verb)
7
Q
Despot
A
A ruler with absolute power or tyrannical control over a group of people (Noun)
8
Q
Desecrate
A
To damage a holy place; to treat with irreverence (Verb)
9
Q
Derogatory
A
Insulting or intending to insult (Adjective)
10
Q
Deprecating
A
Expressing disapproval (Adjective)
