English words starting with D

A descriptive list of recordings by a particular performer or composer, or on a particular theme.

The process of becoming discolored, or the state of being discolored.

Changed to a less attractive color, often by being stained, faded, or marked.

To confuse or disconcert someone; to upset or frustrate by throwing into a state of confusion.

feeling confused, disoriented, or upset.

to make someone feel uneasy, embarrassed, or confused.

Feeling uneasy, embarrassed, or confused.

causing someone to feel uneasy, embarrassed, or confused

a feeling of embarrassment, unease, or confusion.

A feeling of slight pain or of being physically or mentally uncomfortable.

causing a feeling of unease, anxiety, or mild physical distress

To disturb the composure or calmness of; to agitate or unsettle.

To make someone feel anxious, confused, or embarrassed.

feeling anxious, confused, or embarrassed.

Causing one to feel unsettled, uneasy, or confused.

in a way that makes someone feel uncertain, uneasy, or confused

To show that a belief, hypothesis, or theory is not true or correct by providing evidence to the contrary.

To break the connection between two things or people.

not joined or linked; having the connection broken

the state of not being connected or joined.

the act of stopping the supply of a service, such as gas, water, or electricity, or the state of no longer being connected.

In a manner that shows one is very unhappy and unable to be comforted.

A feeling of not being satisfied with your situation or with the way things are happening.

dissatisfied and unhappy, especially with one's circumstances.

the act of stopping something, or the state of being stopped; cessation.

The act of stopping something, or the state of being stopped; cessation.

to stop doing, making, or providing something

No longer being produced, provided, or carried out.

A break or gap in something that is normally continuous.

not continuous; having breaks or gaps in time, sequence, or extent.

lack of agreement or harmony between people or things; conflict

a lack of agreement or harmony between things

not in agreement; conflicting

A club or party where people dance to recorded pop music.

a reduction in the usual price of something

Offered for sale at a reduced price.

a person or business that sells goods at less than the usual price.

considering something to be of little importance or value; disregarding or making an allowance for something.

to make someone feel less confident, enthusiastic, or hopeful about something

Having lost confidence or enthusiasm; disheartened.

the feeling of having lost your confidence or enthusiasm for something.

causing someone to lose confidence or enthusiasm; disheartening.

in a way that causes someone to lose confidence or enthusiasm

written or spoken communication or debate.

rude and not considering other people's feelings; lacking good manners.

Rude and inconsiderate behavior

to find something, or to learn about something that was not known before

able to be discovered or found out.

to find something, a place, or a fact that was not known before

a person who finds or learns about something for the first time.

the act or process of finding or learning something for the first time.

to harm the good reputation of a person or group; to make people stop believing in something or someone.

Deserving or causing damage to one's reputation; disgraceful.

having lost respect, trust, or reputation because of bad or dishonest behavior.

causing people to stop respecting or trusting someone or something.

careful and prudent in one's speech or actions, especially to avoid causing offense or to gain an advantage.

in a careful and prudent manner, especially to avoid causing offense or to gain an advantage.

A difference between two or more things that should be the same.

showing a difference or inconsistency between two or more facts, figures, or claims.

individually separate and distinct.

in a separate and distinct way, not connected or continuous.

The freedom or power to decide what should be done in a particular situation.

available for use at the discretion of the user; not allocated or fixed.

A mathematical expression whose value determines properties of a polynomial equation, especially whether its roots are real, repeated, or complex.

To recognize a clear distinction or difference between things.

showing good judgment or refined taste, especially in matters of art, fashion, or style.

The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.

Able to recognize or draw fine distinctions; showing careful judgment.

A person or thing that distinguishes or differentiates between things.

making or showing an unfair or prejudicial distinction between different categories of people or things, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.

(of speech or writing) moving from one subject to another in a way that is not obviously logical

in a manner that moves from topic to topic without a strict logical sequence; characterized by digression.

A heavy, flat, circular object thrown in athletic competitions.

to talk about something with someone, or to write or speak about a subject in detail

a person who takes part in a formal discussion or debate.

talked about a subject with someone, exchanging ideas or opinions

the process of talking about something in order to reach a decision or to exchange ideas

the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt.

Showing a lack of respect and a strong feeling that someone or something is unworthy

in a way that shows a lack of respect and a strong feeling that someone or something is not worthy of attention

An illness affecting humans, animals, or plants, often caused by infection or health problems.

Describing an organism, especially an insect or animal, that transmits a pathogen or infection to others.

Causing or capable of causing disease.

Having the ability to combat or resist illness

not suffering from or affected by a disease, especially a specified one.

(of a drug or treatment) intended to slow or stop the progression of a disease, especially by altering its underlying biological process, rather than just relieving symptoms.

The practice of taking measures to stop a disease from occurring or spreading.

(of a plant or animal) not easily affected or harmed by a particular disease

Full of or suffering from disease.

Relating to or affecting only one particular disease.

Suffering from a disease; affected by illness or infection.

to leave a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle after a journey.

the act of leaving a ship or aircraft to go ashore.

Separated from or existing without a physical body.

The state of being separated from a physical body or form.

To separate or free (the soul, spirit, or mind) from the physical body.

Having had power or authority taken away; made to feel less confident or less able to control a situation.

the process of taking away someone's power or authority, or the state of having no power.

To free from illusion or false belief; to disappoint someone by revealing the unpleasant truth about something or someone they admired.

disappointed and no longer feeling enthusiastic or believing that something is good

a feeling of disappointment about someone or something you previously admired or respected; the state of being disenchanted.

To deprive someone of a right, especially the right to vote.

deprived of a right or privilege, especially the right to vote.

The act of depriving someone of a right or privilege, especially the right to vote.

To separate or release from a connection or engagement.

Not involved or interested in a situation or activity; detached.

The action or process of withdrawing from involvement in a particular activity, situation, or group.

to separate something from something else that it has become joined or mixed with

a loss or lack of stability or balance, especially in an economic or social system.

To deprive (a church or religion) of its official state connection and support.

The action of removing a church or similar institution from its official position of state patronage and support.

disapproval or dislike

regarded with disapproval or dislike

To spoil the appearance of something or someone, especially by marking or damaging the surface.

having the appearance spoiled or damaged, especially on the face or body

the act of spoiling the appearance of something or someone, especially by damaging the surface.

spoiling the appearance of someone or something

To deprive (someone) of a right or privilege, especially the right to vote.

To cause something to pour out from the mouth or a container, especially in a large and uncontrolled way.

The loss of other people's respect and approval because of something bad you have done.