Word of the Day

Damage - Harm.

Example: The storm caused damage to the house.

Danger - Risk.

Example: There is danger in swimming alone.

Data- Facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis.

Example: The data showed a clear trend over the past year.

Debate- A formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting or legislative assembly.

Example: They engaged in a debate about climate change.

Decade- A period of ten years.

Example: The 1980s was a decade known for its fashion and music.

Decide - To make a choice.

Example: She decided to stay home.

Declare - To announce officially.

Example: She declared her candidacy for mayor.

Decline- To become smaller, fewer, or less; decrease.

Example: Sales began to decline after the holiday season.

Dedicate- To devote time or effort to a particular task or purpose.

Example: She dedicated herself to studying for the exam.

Defeat - To win against.

Example: The team defeated their rivals.

Defend- To protect from harm or danger.

Example: The soldiers defended the country from invasion.

Define- To state or describe exactly the nature, scope, or meaning of something.

Example: The dictionary defines the word "definition" as the explanation of the meaning of a word.

Definite - Certain.

Example: She gave a definite answer.

Delay- To make something happen at a later time than originally planned or expected.

Example: The flight was delayed due to bad weather.

Delegate- To entrust a task or responsibility to another person.

Example: She delegated the project to her assistant.

Delicate - Easily broken.

Example: The vase is very delicate.

Delight - Joy.

Example: The children’s laughter was a delight.

Deliver - To bring.

Example: The mailman delivers letters.

Demand - A strong request.

Example: They made a demand for better conditions.

Demonstrate- To show clearly.

Example: The teacher demonstrated the experiment.

Density- The degree of compactness of a substance.

Example: The density of the population in the city center is higher than in the suburbs.

Depend- To rely on or need someone or something for support.

Example: Children depend on their parents for guidance.

Deposit- A sum of money placed or kept in a bank account, usually to gain interest.

Example: She made a deposit into her savings account.

Depress- To make someone feel very unhappy.

Example: The news about the accident depressed everyone.

Derive- To obtain something from (a specified source).

Example: He derived his strength from his family's support.

Describe- To give details about.

Example: Can you describe the suspect?

Deserve- To be worthy of.

Example: She deserves praise for her hard work.

Design- To plan and make decisions about something that is being built or created.

Example: She designed a new logo for the company.

Desire- A strong feeling of wanting to have something or wishing for something to happen.

Example: She has a strong desire to travel the world.

Desperate- Having a great need.

Example: They were desperate for water.

Destroy- To put an end to the existence of (something) by damaging or attacking it.

Example: The fire destroyed the entire forest.

Determine- To cause (something) to occur in a particular way; be the decisive factor in.

Example: Their hard work will determine their success.

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

Example: The city developed into a thriving metropolis.

Device- A machine or piece of equipment that does a particular job.

Example: He invented a new device to clean solar panels.

Devote- To give time or effort.

Example: She devotes her weekends to volunteering.

Different - Not the same.

Example: Each snowflake is different.

Differentiate- To recognize or ascertain what makes (someone or something) different.

Example: It's important to differentiate between right and wrong.

Difficult- Hard to do.

Example: The test was very difficult.

Dignity- The state of being worthy of honor.

Example: He maintained his dignity during the trial.

Dimension- A measurable extent of a particular kind, such as length, breadth, depth, or height.

Example: The dimensions of the room were smaller than expected.

Diploma- A certificate awarded by an educational establishment to show that someone has successfully completed a course of study.

Example: She received her diploma at the graduation ceremony.

Direct- To control the operations of; manage or govern.

Example: The director directs all activities at the company.

Disagree - To not agree.

Example: They often disagree on politics.

Disappear- To go out of sight.

Example: The magician made the coin disappear.

Disaster- A sudden event, such as an accident or a natural catastrophe, that causes great damage or loss of life.

Example: The earthquake was a disaster for the region.

Discipline- The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience.

Example: She believes in the importance of discipline in raising children.

Discover- To find something or someone unexpectedly or in the course of a search.

Example: Scientists discovered a new species of plant in the rainforest.

Discuss- To talk about something with another person or group of people.

Example: They discussed the latest developments in science.

Disease- A condition that affects the body.

Example: The disease spreads quickly.

Disguise- To hide the identity of.

Example: He disguised himself as a clown.