Words That Start With D

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1 do To perform or carry out an action or task.
2 day The 24-hour period during which the Earth completes one rotation, from one midnight to the next.
3 down From a higher place to a lower one.
4 during Throughout the whole of a period of time.
5 days A particular, somewhat loosely defined period of time, often used to refer to an era or phase of life.
6 different Not the same as something else; distinct.
7 doing An action or deed, especially one someone is held responsible for.
8 done Finished or completed.
9 de Used in French (and some other European) surnames and titles of nobility, meaning "of" or "from."
10 death The end of life; the permanent cessation of all vital functions in a living thing.
11 due Owed, or expected to arrive or happen at a particular time.
12 development The process of growing, changing, or advancing.
13 Data Facts, figures, or other information, especially when collected for analysis or used by a computer.
14 deal An agreement or arrangement between parties, especially a business one.
15 department A distinct section of an organisation, business, or government responsible for a particular area of work.
16 dead No longer alive.
17 DR Abbreviation for "debit," used in accounting.
18 date A specific point in time, usually given as a day, month, and year.
19 decision A choice or judgment made after considering the options.
20 design A plan showing how something should look, function, or be built.
21 die To stop living; to reach the end of life.
22 David The second king of Israel and Judah in the Hebrew Bible, remembered for defeating Goliath and for his descenda...
23 difficult Hard to do; requiring a lot of effort, skill, or thought.
24 director A person in charge of a department, organization, or project.
25 drive To operate and steer a motor vehicle.
26 damn Used to express anger, frustration, or surprise.
27 decided Firm and clear in one's opinion; resolute.
28 December The twelfth and final month of the year in the Gregorian calendar, coming after November.
29 door A hinged or sliding panel used to open and close an entrance to a room, building, or vehicle.
30 daily Happening or done every day.
31 dog A domesticated mammal (Canis familiaris) kept as a pet or working animal, closely related to wolves.
32 dark Having little or no light.
33 daughter A person's female child.
34 developed Economically advanced and industrialized.
35 difference The way in which two or more things are unlike each other.
36 double Twice the usual size, amount, or number, or consisting of two matching parts.
37 deep Extending a long way down from the top or surface.
38 despite Without being prevented by; even though something might suggest otherwise.
39 direction The line or path along which something moves or faces.
40 designed Made according to a deliberate plan; created with a specific purpose in mind.
41 direct Going straight from one point to another without stopping or changing course.
42 drop A small round blob of liquid.
43 disease An illness affecting the body or mind, caused by infection, malfunction, or other harmful factors.
44 degree An academic qualification awarded by a college or university on completion of a course of study.
45 dad A father; an informal, affectionate word for one's male parent.
46 dance To move the body in a rhythmic way, usually in time with music.
47 directly In a straight line or straightforward manner, without detour.
48 drink To take liquid into the mouth and swallow it.
49 drug A substance taken for its effect on the body or mind, whether medicinal or intoxicating.
50 doctor A person trained and licensed to treat sick or injured people.
51 doubt To feel uncertain about something, or to believe it is unlikely to be true.
52 dream A series of images, thoughts, or feelings experienced during sleep.
53 damage Harm or injury that reduces the value, soundness, or usefulness of something.
54 district An area defined for administrative, political, or geographic purposes.
55 driving The activity of operating and steering a motor vehicle.
56 defense The action of protecting someone or something from attack or harm.
57 demand In economics, people's desire and ability to buy a particular good or service at a given price.
58 definitely Without any doubt; certainly.
59 division The act of splitting something into separate parts, or one of those resulting parts.
60 distance The amount of space between two points or places.
61 digital Using or storing information as discrete numerical values rather than a continuous signal, as computers do.
62 dude (informal) A man, especially a young man.
63 draw To create a picture using a pencil, pen, or similar tool.
64 dear Regarded with deep affection or love.
65 discussion A conversation or exchange of views about a particular subject.
66 decide To make a choice or judgment after thinking something over.
67 duty Something a person is morally or legally obligated to do.
68 dangerous Likely to cause harm, injury, or death.
69 democratic Relating to or based on the principle that power belongs to the people.
70 distribution The act of spreading or handing something out.
71 determined Showing firm resolve; not easily discouraged.
72 develop To grow or change gradually into a more advanced state.
73 dinner The main meal of the day, typically eaten in the evening.
74 drinking The act of consuming a beverage, especially alcohol.
75 domestic Relating to the home or family life.
76 description A written or spoken account of what something is like.
77 dry Free from moisture; not wet.
78 dogs British slang: feet, from Cockney rhyming slang ("dog's meat" = "feet").
79 dropped Let fall, or suddenly disconnected.
80 definition A statement explaining what a word or term means.
81 device A piece of equipment, especially electronic or mechanical, built to perform a specific job.
82 debt Money that one person or organisation owes to another.
83 defence The action of protecting someone or something from attack or harm.
84 determine To find out or establish something for certain, usually by investigation.
85 driver A person who operates a vehicle.
86 defined Given a clear meaning or precise value.
87 developing Currently growing or changing, especially of a country becoming more industrialized.
88 discuss To talk over a topic with someone, weighing different views.
89 display To show something openly so it can be seen clearly.
90 draft An early, unfinished version of a piece of writing.
91 debate To argue a topic formally, usually presenting opposing sides.
92 destroyed Ruined or wrecked beyond repair.
93 drunk Impaired by drinking too much alcohol.
94 download To transfer data from a remote computer or server to your own device.
95 drama A play written for the stage, television, radio, or film, acted out by performers taking on characters.
96 dying Close to death; in the final stage of life.
97 danger The possibility of harm, injury, or death.
98 declared Openly and formally stated or admitted.
99 Daniel A male given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is my judge," borne by the prophet in the Old Testament book...
100 des A short, informal form of the given name Desmond.
101 desire To want something strongly.
102 directed Guided or aimed toward a particular goal or target.
103 dealing A business transaction or piece of trade.
104 describe To put something into words, giving an account of what it is like.
105 delivered Brought to a recipient or destination in the way described.
106 democracy A system of government in which power belongs to the people, exercised directly or through elected representat...
107 depending Varying according to circumstances; contingent on something else.
108 deputy A person who is second-in-command and acts on behalf of a senior officeholder.
109 diet The food and drink a person or animal regularly consumes.
110 don A senior member of the teaching staff at a British university, especially Oxford or Cambridge.
111 dedicated Devoted and committed to a task, cause, or person.
112 depends Used on its own as a short answer meaning the outcome is uncertain or conditional — a clipped form of "it depe...
113 detail A small, specific fact or feature, especially one easy to overlook.
114 Du A Chinese surname.
115 da An informal or dialect word for "father."
116 drawn Looking tired, strained, or unwell, especially in the face.
117 dating Going out with someone to see if you might be romantically compatible, before committing to a relationship.
118 di A nonsense syllable used to fill out a sung melody or hum a rhythm, without a specific meaning.
119 dollar The main unit of currency in the United States, Canada, Australia, and several other countries, symbolized by...
120 drawing A picture made with a pencil, pen, or similar tool, without paint.
121 depression A mental health condition marked by persistent sadness, low energy, and loss of interest in life.
122 dirty Unclean or covered in dirt, grime, or other unpleasant matter.
123 divided Split into separate parts or pieces.
124 del The mathematical symbol (an inverted delta) used for the gradient, divergence, or curl operator in vector calc...
125 deliver To bring or take something to its intended destination.
126 depth How far down something goes, from top to bottom or surface to floor.
127 deserve To have earned or be entitled to something, whether good or bad, because of your past actions.
128 discussed Talked over or examined in conversation.
129 duke A male ruler of a duchy, or a nobleman holding the highest rank below a prince.
130 dan A ranking level of black belt awarded in martial arts such as judo or karate, or a person holding that rank.
131 defeat To beat someone in a fight, contest, or competition.
132 delivery The act of bringing goods, mail, or a service to the person receiving them.
133 driven Strongly motivated and determined to succeed.
134 Drivers An unincorporated community in Jefferson County, Illinois, named from the surname Driver.
135 dancing The activity of moving to music as a dance.
136 destroy To damage something so severely that it no longer exists or can't be repaired.
137 document A piece of written, printed, or electronic material that provides information or serves as proof.
138 detailed Full of specific facts and description; thorough.
139 decade A period of ten years.
140 defend To protect someone or something from attack or harm.
141 discovery The act of finding something previously unknown, or the thing found.
142 DNA The molecule inside almost every living cell that carries genetic instructions, arranged as a double helix of...
143 Drew Past tense of "draw."
144 dumb Stupid or unintelligent; showing poor judgment.
145 deeply To a great or intense degree; very much.
146 Dutch Relating to the Netherlands, its people, or its language.
147 decline To become weaker, smaller, or worse over time.
148 destruction The act of destroying something, or the state of having been destroyed.
149 dressed Wearing clothes, or wearing a particular outfit.
150 delay A period of waiting before something happens; a hold-up.
151 drinks Plural of drink; beverages, or a social occasion involving alcoholic beverages.
152 desert A large, dry area of land with little rainfall, vegetation, or water, often sandy or rocky.
153 Dies A Catalan and Spanish surname, a variant of Diaz.
154 dramatic Sudden, striking, or intense in a way that grabs attention.
155 debut A first public performance or appearance.
156 disappointed Feeling let down because something did not turn out as hoped.
157 define To state clearly what a word, phrase, or symbol means.
158 discover To find or learn something for the first time.
159 dust Fine, dry particles of dirt, skin, pollen, and other matter that settle on surfaces or float in the air.
160 database An organised collection of data stored and accessed electronically.
161 Dave A common short form of the male given name David.
162 der Used sarcastically to point out that something just said is obvious or was already known.
163 difficulty The state or quality of being hard to do, understand, or manage.
164 disaster A sudden event, natural or man-made, that causes serious damage, loss of life, or destruction.
165 dragon A mythical, usually giant reptilian creature, often depicted breathing fire and guarding treasure in Western f...
166 damaged Harmed, broken, or no longer in perfect condition.
167 designated Officially chosen or set aside for a specific purpose.
168 desk A piece of furniture with a flat surface used for writing, reading, or working, often with drawers.
169 diamond An extremely hard, clear crystal form of carbon, prized as a gemstone.
170 distributed Spread out across a wide area rather than concentrated in one place.
171 divorce The legal ending of a marriage.
172 discrimination Unfair treatment of a person or group based on characteristics like race, gender, or age.
173 domain A field or area of activity, knowledge, or control.
174 drove A herd of animals being driven together, or a large moving crowd of people.
175 Dallas A large city in Texas, also a surname, given name, and the name of a small village in Scotland from which the...
176 deck A floor-like structure on a ship or the outdoor platform attached to a house.
177 deny To state that something is not true.
178 dispute A disagreement or argument between people, often a formal or ongoing one.
179 dated No longer fashionable or up to date; feeling old-fashioned.
180 dean A senior official at a university or college, often heading a faculty or overseeing student affairs.
181 decent Morally proper and respectable; showing honesty and fairness.
182 defensive Intended to protect against attack or criticism.
183 derived Obtained or developed from something else; not original.
184 difficulties Problems or troubles that make something hard to achieve or manage.
185 downtown A city's central business and shopping district.
186 dozen A group of twelve.
187 density A measure of how much mass or matter is packed into a given amount of space.
188 designer A person who plans the look, structure, or function of something, often as their job.
189 determination Firmness of purpose; the will to keep going despite difficulty.
190 devil In Christian and Jewish tradition, the supreme evil spirit; Satan.
191 disappeared Made to vanish, especially abducted or killed for political reasons.
192 dare To have the courage or nerve to do something.
193 departure The act of leaving a place, especially at the start of a journey.
194 dependent Relying on someone or something for support, existence, or success.
195 dialogue A conversation between two or more people, especially in a book, play, or film.
196 dynamic Full of energy and always changing or moving forward.
197 darkness The absence of light.
198 default A preset option or value used automatically when no other choice is made.
199 delicious Very pleasing to the taste; tasty.
200 disorder A state of confusion or lack of proper organization.
201 daddy A father, especially as used by young children or in affectionate address.
202 divine Relating to or coming from God or a god.
203 documentary A film or program that presents facts about a real subject.
204 dropping The act of something falling, or a small piece of animal waste.
205 dawn The time of day when light first appears in the sky before the sun rises.
206 delete To remove or erase something, especially text or digital data.
207 desperate Willing to do almost anything because you urgently need something; driven by extreme need.
208 devoted Loyal and loving, showing strong and constant attachment to someone or something.
209 distinct Clearly different or separate from something else.
210 Detroit A major city in Michigan, USA, historically known as the center of the American car industry.
211 drag To pull something heavy along a surface, often with effort.
212 dual Made up of two parts, or relating to two of something.
213 developments Plural of development — new events, or groups of newly built structures.
214 discipline The practice of training yourself or others to follow rules and control behaviour.
215 discount A reduction in the usual price of something.
216 Disney A surname of Old French origin, most famous as the name of animator and entrepreneur Walt Disney.
217 distinguished Well-known and respected because of notable achievements.
218 diversity The quality of containing many different types or forms.
219 directions Instructions explaining how to get somewhere or how to do something.
220 decrease To become smaller in amount, size, or degree; or to cause something to become smaller.
221 defending The act of protecting or arguing in support of someone or something.
222 depend To rely on someone or something for support, help, or a particular outcome.
223 destination The place someone or something is travelling to or being sent to.
224 Diego Informal term (sometimes used loosely or stereotypically) for a Spanish-speaking person, especially from Latin...
225 declaration A formal or official statement or announcement.
226 disabled Having a lasting physical or mental condition that limits activity or function.
227 diverse Made up of many different kinds of people or things.
228 duck A web-footed water bird, often kept domestically or hunted.
229 Danny A unisex given name, a diminutive of Daniel or of Danielle and its variants.
230 declined Having sloped or bent downward; having grown weaker.
231 demonstrate To show someone how to do something by performing it.
232 displayed Put out openly for people to see.
233 dominant More powerful, important, or noticeable than others in the same category.
234 differently In a way that is not the same; not in the same manner.
235 deemed Past tense of "deem" — considered or judged to be something.
236 dig To move earth aside, typically with a tool, in order to make a hole.
237 distant Far away in space or time.
238 dose A measured amount of medicine taken at one time.
239 diagnosis The identification of a disease or medical condition through examination.
240 diplomatic Relating to relations between governments and their representatives.
241 Douglas A male given name and habitational surname of Scottish Gaelic origin, also the name of the capital of the Isle...
242 Dec A short nickname for the male name Declan.
243 delayed Happening later than planned or expected.
244 desired Wanted or wished for.
245 detective A police officer or investigator who gathers evidence to solve crimes.
246 divisions Plural of division — separate parts, groups, or units.
247 defeated Beaten or overcome; also, feeling hopeless or resigned after a loss.
248 Delhi A major city and union territory in northern India, home to the national capital, New Delhi.
249 destiny The events that will necessarily happen to someone or something in the future, especially when thought of as b...
250 diabetes A metabolic disease in which the body can't produce or properly use insulin, resulting in high blood sugar.
251 dirt Soil, earth, or any unclean substance on a surface.
252 dismissed Fired from a job, or no longer employed there.
253 duration The length of time something lasts.
254 deleted Removed or erased, no longer present in the final version.
255 deposit A sum of money paid into a bank account, or an initial partial payment made to secure a purchase.
256 disgusting Causing a strong feeling of revulsion; repulsive.
257 dish A shallow container used for serving or holding food.
258 distinction A difference or contrast between two things.
259 depressed Feeling persistently sad, hopeless, or without energy; also used for the clinical mental health condition.
260 dining The act of eating a meal, especially as a social occasion.
261 DJ A disc jockey — someone who plays, mixes, and introduces recorded music, especially at clubs, parties, or on t...
262 dealer A person or business that buys and sells a particular kind of goods.
263 demanding Requiring a lot of effort, skill, or patience.
264 den A wild animal's shelter, such as a cave or burrow.
265 determining Having a deciding influence on the outcome.
266 developer A person or company that writes and builds software.
267 dishes Plates, bowls, and other tableware used for a meal, especially when referring to washing them.
268 demonstration An act of showing or explaining how something works.
269 derby A sports match between two rival local teams.
270 disappear To vanish from sight; to stop being visible.
271 disk A flat, round, thin object.
272 deadly Capable of causing death.
273 defender A person who protects someone or something, or who argues in support of it.
274 Denver The capital city of the U.S. state of Colorado, also used as a given name and surname.
275 detention The state of being held in official custody, especially while awaiting trial.
276 diary A book in which someone records their daily thoughts, feelings, or experiences.
277 dignity The quality of being worthy of respect; a calm, composed sense of self-worth.
278 disc A flat, round, thin object or shape.
279 Donald A masculine given name of Scottish Gaelic origin, meaning "world ruler."
280 dressing A sauce added to a salad or dish, often oil-based.
281 dam A barrier built across a river or stream to hold back or control the flow of water.
282 damages Money awarded by a court to compensate someone for a loss or injury they suffered.
283 deadline The latest date or time by which something must be finished.
284 divide To split something into two or more parts.
285 doc Informal short form of "doctor."
286 darling A term of affection for someone very dear to the speaker.
287 declare To state something formally, publicly, or emphatically.
288 deficit A shortfall or lack — an amount by which something falls short of what is needed or expected.
289 deserved Earned or merited; fair given the circumstances.
290 detected Noticed or discovered.
291 diameter A straight line passing through the center of a circle, connecting two points on its edge; also, the length of...
292 disability A physical or mental condition that significantly limits a person's abilities or functioning.
293 deciding Having the power to determine the final outcome of something.
294 dimension A measurable extent of something, such as its length, width, height, or depth.
295 deer A hoofed, often antlered mammal of the family Cervidae, such as a stag, doe, or elk.
296 delighted Feeling great pleasure or happiness.
297 delta The fan-shaped area of low, often marshy land where a river splits into channels before reaching the sea.
298 descent The act of coming down from a higher place, or a downward slope or path.
299 detect To discover or notice something, often through careful observation or testing.