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10 Language-to-English Dictionariesdesolate
-(Of a place) uninhabited and giving an impression of bleak and empty loneliness.
deterrence
The action of discouraging an action or event through instilling doubt or fear of the consequences.
detestable
Deserving utter hatred or disgust; abominable.
detriment
State of being harmed or damaged.
dialectectic
The art or practice of arriving at the truth by using conversation involving question and answer.
dialectics
The art or practice of arriving at the truth by the exchange of logical arguments.
dichotomy
A division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely different.
dilapidated
In a state of disrepair or ruin as a result of age or neglect.
disaffiliation
The process or act of officially separating or severing a connection with a larger organization, group, or institution.
disperse
To distribute or spread over a wide area.
dissemination
The act of spreading something, especially information, widely.
drilling-fluid
A fluid used in oil and gas well drilling to cool and lubricate the drill bit, carry cuttings to the surface, and maintain wellbore pressure.