English words starting with D

Having or showing tenacity and grim persistence.

in a manner that shows tenacity and grim persistence

the quality of being very determined and refusing to give up, even when things are difficult

Comic verse composed in an irregular rhythm, typically of a trivial or undignified nature.

A child's word for a dog, especially a small or pet dog.

A humorous or affectionate term for a dog, especially used in internet slang.

used to express mild annoyance or emphasis

A child's word for a dog

A small shelter for a dog.

A sharp bend, especially in a road, path, or golf course.

Resembling or characteristic of a dog.

a belief or set of beliefs held by an organization or group of people which others are expected to accept without argument

characterized by the expression of opinions as if they are facts and cannot be doubted.

in a manner that asserts opinions in an arrogant or authoritative way, without allowing for discussion or doubt.

The branch of theology that deals with the theoretical truths of faith concerning God and God's works, especially the official doctrines of a church.

the tendency to lay down principles as undeniably true, without consideration of evidence or the opinions of others.

a person who asserts their opinions or beliefs in an arrogant, authoritative, and inflexible way, especially as incontrovertibly true.

A sled pulled by one or more dogs, used for transportation over snow and ice.

A type of tree or shrub with hard wood, smooth-edged leaves, and typically showy white or pink flower clusters.

A small, decorative mat, typically made of paper, lace, or plastic, placed on a plate or under a cake, cup, or other object.

The activities, actions, or events that someone is involved in or that are happening.

A very small amount of money; a trifling sum.

A room or hall in which judo, karate, and other martial arts are practiced.

A state of inactivity, depression, or stagnation

A benefit paid by the government to unemployed people.

expressing sorrow; mournful

in a manner expressing sorrow or sadness

A child's toy in the form of a small human figure.

Resembling or characteristic of a doll, especially in being pretty, delicate, or having a fixed, vacant expression.

Of a size comparable to that of a doll; very small.

the unit of money used in the us, canada, australia, and some other countries.

Expressed or measured in terms of US dollars.

Used to describe a direct, equal, or corresponding exchange, matching, or comparison, especially in financial contexts.

the process by which a country adopts the us dollar in addition to or instead of its domestic currency.

A small toy house with furniture and small dolls.

a shapeless mass or blob of something, especially soft food

A child's word for a doll.

a prehistoric structure consisting of a large flat stone laid on upright ones, typically forming a tomb.

A type of light-colored rock or mineral consisting of calcium magnesium carbonate.

A state of great sorrow, grief, or distress.

Feeling or expressing great sorrow or distress.

A small, intelligent sea mammal with a long nose and a curved mouth that looks like a smile.

(of tuna or other seafood) caught using methods designed to avoid harming or killing dolphins.

A stupid person

stupid or slow to understand

An area of territory owned or controlled by a particular ruler or government.

Relating to or limited to a particular field of knowledge, activity, or group.

a rounded roof on a building or room, especially one that is hemispherical

having the curved, rounded form of a dome

Having a rounded roof or ceiling shaped like a dome.

Relating to the home, family, or household affairs.

The set of laws, plans, and actions that a government implements within its own country, concerning internal affairs such as the economy, education, and social welfare.

Violent or aggressive behavior within the home, typically involving the abuse of a spouse or partner.

Within a particular country; not internationally.

To tame an animal and keep it as a pet or for farm produce.

(of an animal) tamed and kept by humans, not wild

The process of taming an animal and keeping it as a pet or on a farm.

the state of being domestic or home-loving; home life.

The place where someone lives; a person's home or permanent residence.

The state of being more powerful, important, or noticeable than other people or things.

Most important, powerful, or influential.

In a way that is most important, powerful, or noticeable.

to have power and control over someone or something

To have power and control over someone or something.

Having a commanding influence on; controlling.

The exercise of control or influence over someone or something, or the state of being so controlled.

a person or thing that dominates or is the most powerful, influential, or successful in a particular area.

A woman who takes the dominant role in sadomasochistic sexual practices.

To rule over or control others in a harsh or arrogant way.

Asserting one's will over others in an arrogant and overbearing way.

Of or relating to St. Dominic or the religious order founded by him.

The power or right to govern and control.

a small, flat, rectangular block used in a game, marked with spots on one side and blank or identically patterned on the other.

A master or ruler, especially one in feudal society.

To put on a piece of clothing.

To give money, goods, or time to an organization, especially a charity, without wanting anything in return.

Gave money, goods, or time to a person or organization, especially for a good cause, without expecting anything in return.

Something, especially money, that is given to a person or an organization such as a charity, in order to help them.

The state or degree to which something, especially food (like meat), is cooked.

A deep resonant sound, especially that of a large bell.

a grey or brown animal of the horse family, with long ears and a loud call, used for carrying loads or riding

An Italian, Spanish, or Portuguese title or form of address for a woman, equivalent to "Madam" or "Lady".

a scene of uproar and disorder; a heated argument or a violent, chaotic fight.

a person or organization that gives something, especially money, to a charity or other organization.

Relating to a charitable giving account or fund in which the donor retains advisory privileges over the distribution of the donated assets.

A small, sweet, ring-shaped cake made of fried dough, often with a hole in the center.

A style of rhythm and blues music popular in the 1950s, characterized by simple lyrics and harmonies, and the use of nonsense syllables for rhythmic backing.

a small object whose name you cannot remember or do not know

To draw or scribble idly and absent-mindedly.

A stupid or incompetent person

a small object or gadget, especially one whose name the speaker does not know or cannot recall

Death, destruction, or another terrible and unavoidable fate.

describing a very pessimistic or negative outlook on a situation

certain to fail, suffer, or die

a person who predicts that bad things will happen, especially in a way that makes them seem likely

the day on which the world ends or is destroyed, especially in some religious beliefs.

a person who predicts or foretells disaster or misfortune; a pessimist.

A flat piece of wood, glass, or metal that you open and close to enter or leave a building, room, vehicle, or piece of furniture.

involving calls at each house or building in an area in order to sell something, collect information, etc.

a bell or buzzer placed outside a door that is rung to signal someone inside.

The fixed structure that forms the border of a doorway and to which a door is attached.

Either of the two vertical sides of a doorway, which support the lintel.

a person whose job is to guard or control the entrance to a building, such as a hotel or large office building.

a round handle that you turn to open a door

lacking a door or doors; without a door.

a person whose job is to stand at the entrance to a large building such as a hotel or an apartment block, and help people who are going in or out.

A mat placed on the floor by a door, used for wiping dirt from shoes.

A large-headed nail used in the past for strengthening or decorating doors.

A vertical post or pillar forming the side of a doorway, to which a door is fastened by hinges.

The horizontal piece of wood, stone, or metal at the bottom of a doorway; a threshold.

a step leading up to the outer door of a house or other building.

A device used to hold a door open or to prevent it from opening too far and hitting a wall or furniture.

An opening in a wall where a door is fitted.

A yard or area of ground in front of the door of a house or building.

something that is an extreme or remarkable example of its kind, especially something outstandingly bad or difficult.

A chemical substance produced in the brain that functions as a neurotransmitter and is associated with feelings of pleasure, reward, motivation, and motor control.

Relating to or activated by dopamine, a neurotransmitter in the brain.

a substance added in small quantities to a semiconductor to alter its electrical properties.

a thick liquid or a sticky substance used for a particular purpose, such as a varnish or a lubricant.

Dull and sluggish in thought or action; stupid or silly.