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Adjunct
Something added to another thing but not essential to it.
Adjourn
To pause or suspend a meeting or session with the intention of resuming it later.
Adjoin
To be next to or connected with something.
Dappled
Marked with spots or patches of color
Dapper
Neatly dressed and stylish in appearance
Dank
Unpleasantly damp, musty, and often cold.
Dampen
To make something slightly wet; to lessen or reduce the strength or intensity of something
Dally
To waste time or be slow; to flirt or playfully delay
Dais
A raised platform, typically used for speeches, performances, or ceremonies.
Dainties
Small, delicate, and often sweet treats or delicacies
Daimios
Powerful feudal lords in Japan who controlled vast lands and commanded private armies, particularly prominent until the 19th century.
Dagger
A short, pointed knife used as a weapon.
Daggers
Short, pointed weapons with sharp edges, often used for stabbing.
Daft
Silly or foolish; lacking sense.
Dabble
To take part in an activity in a casual or superficial way.
Dearth
A lack or scarcity of something.
Deadpan
Showing no expression or emotion; a blank, serious face or tone.
Deadlock
A situation where progress is impossible because two or more opposing actions are blocked by each other.
Dazed
Confused and unable to think clearly, often due to shock or fatigue
Dawdle
To waste time or move slowly without purpose.
Daunt
To make someone feel intimidated or discouraged.
Dauntless
Showing fearlessness and determination
Daunting
Intimidating or challenging, often causing worry or fear.
Daub
To smear or coat with a thick or sticky substance, often in a careless or rough manner.
Dart
To move swiftly and suddenly in a particular direction; a small, pointed object thrown at a target.
Darted
Moved swiftly or suddenly.
Dared
Showed bravery or courage to do something risky or challenging
Decade
A period of ten years.
Decadence
A state of moral or cultural decline, often due to excessive indulgence in pleasure or luxury.
Debutante
A young woman making her first formal appearance in society.
Carnal
Related to physical or sexual desires rather than spiritual or intellectual concerns
Debunk
To expose the falseness or inaccuracy of a claim, belief, or idea.
Carnage
Massive killing or slaughter, especially in a violent or gruesome manner.
Debris
Scattered fragments, typically from something destroyed.
Caricature
A drawing or description that exaggerates certain features for comic or satirical effect.
Debonair
Charming, stylish, and confident in a relaxed manner
Debilitate
To weaken or make someone or something less strong or effective
Caress
To gently touch or stroke in a loving or affectionate way
Careen
To tilt, lean, or sway to one side, often suddenly; can refer to the movement of a vehicle, vessel, or...
Debauch
To lead someone into immoral or excessive behavior, often involving sensual pleasures.
Cardinal
Most important; primary or essential. It can also refer to a high-ranking official in the Catholic Church or a type...
Carcass
The dead body of an animal, often referring to the remains after the animal has been butchered.
Debauched
Indulging in excessive pleasures, often immoral or corrupt behavior.
Carapace
The hard, protective shell covering the back of some animals, like turtles and crustaceans.
Captives
People or animals who have been taken prisoner or confined.
Debase
To lower the quality, value, or dignity of something.
Captivate
To attract and hold someone's interest or attention.
Debacle
A sudden and complete failure or disaster
Captious
Tending to find fault or raise petty objections
Decomposition
The process of breaking down or decaying into simpler parts.
Decode
To convert a coded message or information into a readable form.
Captions
Short text descriptions that accompany images or videos to provide context.
Declivity
A downward slope or incline
Capsize
To overturn or flip over, especially a boat.
Declaim
To speak in a loud, formal, or dramatic manner, often to an audience.
Capricious
Given to sudden and unaccountable changes in mood or behavior
Decipher
To interpret or make sense of something that is difficult to understand.
Decimate
To destroy a large portion of something or cause severe damage.
Deciduous
Shedding leaves annually; typically describes trees or plants that lose their leaves seasonally.
Deceptive
Likely to mislead or give a false impression.