English words starting with D

Relating to or consisting of detritus; formed from particles of other rock or organic matter that have been worn away or broken down.

Waste or debris of any kind.

the score in tennis when both players have 40 points, after which a player must win two consecutive points to win the game.

a stable isotope of hydrogen with a mass approximately twice that of the common light hydrogen isotope.

The nucleus of a deuterium atom, consisting of one proton and one neutron.

the reduction in the official value of a currency in relation to other currencies.

to reduce the official value of a country's money in relation to other currencies

reduced the official value of a currency in relation to other currencies.

to reduce the official value of a country's money in relation to other currencies

to destroy or damage something very badly

Extremely upset, shocked, or saddened.

Causing severe shock, distress, or grief.

in a way that causes severe shock, distress, or destruction.

Great destruction or damage.

To grow or cause to grow and become more mature, advanced, or elaborate.

(of land) suitable for building on or for developing its resources.

Having reached an advanced stage of economic and social organization.

a person or company that creates new products, especially software or buildings

In the process of growing, changing, or becoming more advanced.

A nation with a relatively low level of industrial and economic development, typically characterized by a lower standard of living.

relating to or characteristic of the poorer, less industrialized nations of the world

The process of growing, changing, or becoming more advanced.

relating to the growth or development of someone or something

in a way that relates to the growth or progress of someone or something over time

Behaviour that is different from what most people consider to be normal or acceptable.

Behaviour that is different from what is considered normal or morally correct.

Differing from an accepted norm or standard, especially in social or sexual behavior.

to start to do something different from what is expected or agreed

to change or move away from an established course, standard, or topic.

A difference from what is usual or expected.

An object or piece of equipment that has been made or designed for a particular purpose.

(often the Devil) the supreme spirit of evil; Satan

Behaving in a very careless or cheerful way, without worrying about the results or dangers.

(of food) prepared with hot seasoning, especially mustard or pepper

Very evil or cruel

to an extreme or excessive degree; very

Reckless mischief or wild, high-spirited behaviour.

not sincere or honest; behaving in a way that tricks people

In a manner that is not straightforward or honest; in a deceitful or cunning way.

The quality of being dishonest or tricking people, often in a complicated way.

To invent or plan something, especially a complex procedure or system, using skill and imagination.

Completely lacking or free from something.

The transfer or delegation of power from a central government to a regional or local authority.

to pass on or delegate (power, duties, or responsibilities) to a lower level, especially from a central government to a regional or local authority.

To give most of your time, energy, or resources to a particular person, activity, or cause.

Very loving or loyal.

in a very loving or loyal way

a person who is very enthusiastic about and loyal to a person, belief, or activity

Strong love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person, activity, or cause.

Relating to or used in religious worship or prayer.

to eat something quickly and eagerly

a person or animal that eats something in a greedy or voracious manner.

Eating something quickly and eagerly.

Having or showing deep religious feeling or commitment.

In a deeply religious and devoted manner.

Tiny drops of water that form on cool surfaces at night, when atmospheric vapor condenses.

(of a solid, especially sludge or sediment) having had water removed; dried out.

The process of removing water from a solid material or a site.

a type of trailing bramble with soft, edible, dark purple fruit, similar to the blackberry.

A single drop of dew.

relating to or characteristic of the american philosopher john dewey or his pragmatic philosophy.

A fold of loose skin hanging from the neck or throat of an animal, especially of cattle or certain birds.

Covered with or wet with dew

showing a lot of emotion, especially in a way that is not practical or realistic; naively sentimental or romantic.

A synthetic corticosteroid drug used especially to treat inflammatory and allergic conditions.

Skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands.

skillful with your hands

in a way that shows skill, especially with the hands

A simple sugar that is the form of glucose typically found in food, especially in fruits and honey.

(in hinduism, buddhism, and jainism) the eternal and inherent nature of reality, regarded in hinduism as a cosmic law underlying right behavior and social order.

A long piece of cloth wrapped around the waist and between the legs, worn by some men in India.

A lateen-rigged ship with one or two masts, used especially in the Arabian Sea.

A serious medical condition in which the body cannot properly control the amount of sugar in the blood because it does not have enough insulin.

Relating to or having diabetes

Extremely evil or cruel; characteristic of the Devil.

Extremely bad, shocking, or evil.

In an extremely wicked, cruel, or evil manner.

Concerned with the historical development of something, especially a language, over a period of time.

Serving to distinguish; distinctive.

A jeweled crown or headband worn as a symbol of sovereignty.

Able to be identified or recognized as a particular disease or condition.

to identify the nature of an illness or a problem by examining the symptoms

Identified the nature of an illness or a problem by examining the symptoms.

The act or process of identifying a disease, illness, or problem by examining someone or something.

relating to the identification of the nature of an illness or other problem.

in a manner relating to the identification of the nature of an illness or other problem.

a person who is skilled in making diagnoses, especially a medical doctor specializing in diagnostics.

the practice or techniques of diagnosis, especially in engineering and computing.

(of a straight line) joining two opposite corners of a square, rectangle, or other flat shape at an angle

in a direction connecting two non-adjacent corners or sides of something; at a slant.

A simplified drawing or plan that shows the exact shape, arrangement, or workings of something.

taking the form of a diagram; shown or represented by diagrams.

A disc on a clock, watch, or machine that shows the time or a measurement by means of a pointer and figures.

relating to a telephone connection to the internet or another computer network that is established by dialing a phone number.

a form of a language that is spoken in a particular area and that has some words, grammar, or pronunciation that are different from the forms used in other areas

A method of examining and discussing opposing ideas in order to find the truth.

Relating to the logical discussion of ideas and opinions.

In a way that relates to the logical discussion of opposing ideas (dialectics), especially as a method of philosophical inquiry.

The present participle and gerund of 'dial', meaning to select or call a telephone number by turning a dial or pressing buttons on a telephone or similar device.

a conversation between two or more people, especially in a book, play, or film

Relating to or in the form of dialogue.

Relating to or characterized by dialogue; involving an exchange of ideas or opinions in a conversational manner.

A conversation between two or more people, especially in a book, play, or film.

A process for removing waste products from the blood when the kidneys are not functioning properly.

Having the property of being repelled by both poles of a magnet; exhibiting diamagnetism.

a small, shiny decorative object, often made of glass or plastic, used on clothing or accessories

A straight line passing from side to side through the center of a circle or sphere.

in a way that is completely opposite

A very hard, clear, and valuable precious stone, used in jewellery and in industry.

decorated or covered with diamonds or diamond-like pieces.

Resembling or having the qualities of a diamond, especially in hardness, brilliance, or value.

having the shape of a diamond, which is a figure with four equal straight sides and two acute and two obtuse angles; rhombic.

Decorated or set with many diamonds or objects resembling diamonds.

Having a tip or point made of or reinforced with diamond.

any of a genus (Dianthus) of chiefly Eurasian herbs of the pink family often cultivated for their showy, often fragrant flowers, which include the carnations and pinks.

A period of suspended development or dormancy in an insect, mite, or other arthropod, allowing it to survive unfavorable environmental conditions such as winter or drought.

A piece of soft, absorbent material worn by a baby or a person who cannot control their bladder or bowels, to absorb and contain waste.

The act or process of removing a soiled diaper from a baby or young child and putting on a clean one.

(of fabric) so fine and delicate as to be transparent or translucent.

a layer of muscle between the chest and the abdomen that plays a major role in breathing.