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Emoji
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#2401
💬
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dialectic
/ˌdaɪəˈlɛktɪk/
noun
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A method of argument or reasoning by dialogue, especially as a means of investigating truth.
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The philosopher used dialectic to challenge his students' assumptions. |
dialectical method |
A method of reasoning through dialogue and logical argument.
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reasoning, logic, debate, discussion, argumentation
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agreement, harmony, consensus
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dialectic process, dialectic method, dialectic reasoning
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#2402
⚖️
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difference
/ˈdɪfərəns/
noun
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A point or way in which things are not the same.
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There is a big difference between theory and practice. |
make a difference |
To have a significant impact or effect
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distinction, variation, contrast, diversity, disparity
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similarity, resemblance, sameness
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big difference, subtle difference, cultural difference, make a difference
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#2403
🔥
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diehard
/ˈdaɪhɑːrd/
noun
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A person who strongly resists change and remains loyal to a belief or cause.
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He is a diehard fan of classic rock music. |
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loyalist, traditionalist, fanatic, devotee, supporter
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opponent, critic, reformer
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diehard fan, diehard supporter, diehard opponent, diehard attitude
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#2404
⚰️
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die
/daɪ/
verb
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died
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died
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dies
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dying
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To stop living; to cease to exist.
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The old tree finally died after the storm. |
die hard |
To disappear or change very slowly, if at all
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perish, expire, pass away, cease, decease
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live, survive, exist
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die young, die peacefully, die suddenly, die from
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#2405
📘
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didactic
/daɪˈdæktɪk/
adjective
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Intended to teach, often with a moral lesson.
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The novel is not just entertaining but also didactic in nature. |
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educational, instructive, informative, enlightening
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uninformative, uneducational
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didactic tone, didactic purpose, didactic story, didactic approach
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#2406
📜
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dictum
/ˈdɪktəm/
noun
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A formal pronouncement, authoritative statement, or maxim.
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The judge’s dictum clarified the principle of equality before the law. |
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pronouncement, decree, command, maxim, statement
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question, ambiguity, silence
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judicial dictum, famous dictum, legal dictum, ancient dictum
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#2407
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dictatorial
/ˌdɪktəˈtɔːriəl/
adjective
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Having or showing a tendency to tell people what to do in an autocratic way.
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His dictatorial style made him unpopular among colleagues. |
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authoritarian, autocratic, tyrannical, overbearing
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democratic, liberal
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dictatorial regime, dictatorial rule, dictatorial power
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#2408
📜
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dictate
/dɪkˈteɪt/
verb
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dictated
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dictated
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dictates
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dictating
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To state or order authoritatively; to say aloud words to be written down.
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The teacher dictated the instructions to the students. |
dictate terms |
To impose rules or conditions on others.
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command, order, prescribe, decree
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request, suggest
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dictate terms, dictate conditions, dictate a letter
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#2409
⚖️
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dichotomy
/daɪˈkɒtəmi/
noun
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A division or contrast between two things that are completely different.
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There is a clear dichotomy between good and evil. |
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division, contrast, split, dualism
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unity, harmony
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false dichotomy, moral dichotomy, sharp dichotomy
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#2410
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diatribe
/ˈdaɪətraɪb/
noun
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A forceful and bitter verbal attack against someone or something.
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The politician launched a diatribe against his opponents. |
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tirade, rant, criticism, denunciation, invective
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praise, compliment
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launch a diatribe, bitter diatribe, political diatribe
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#2411
⚛️
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diatomic
/ˌdaɪəˈtɒmɪk/
adjective
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Consisting of two atoms.
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Oxygen is a diatomic molecule. |
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two-atom, molecular, dual-atom, binary
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polyatomic, monoatomic
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diatomic molecule, diatomic gas, diatomic oxygen, diatomic hydrogen
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#2412
👗
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diaphanous
/daɪˈæfənəs/
adjective
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Light, delicate, and translucent.
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She wore a diaphanous dress that shimmered in the sunlight. |
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transparent, sheer, delicate, translucent, gossamer
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opaque, heavy, thick
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diaphanous fabric, diaphanous veil, diaphanous dress
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#2413
🗣️
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dialogue
/ˈdaɪəlɔːɡ/
noun
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A conversation between two or more people, or a discussion aimed at reaching understanding.
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The two countries engaged in a dialogue to resolve their differences. |
open dialogue |
A transparent and constructive conversation.
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conversation, discussion, talk, exchange, communication
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silence, monologue
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constructive dialogue, political dialogue, open dialogue
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#2414
👨🏫
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dialectician
/ˌdaɪələˈtɪʃən/
noun
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A person skilled in dialectic or logical argument.
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Socrates is often considered the greatest dialectician in history. |
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logician, debater, philosopher, reasoner
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layman, novice
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great dialectician, skilled dialectician
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#2415
🧠
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dialectical
/ˌdaɪəˈlɛktɪkəl/
adjective
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Relating to the logical discussion of ideas and opinions.
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She took a dialectical approach to solve the complex issue. |
dialectical reasoning |
A way of reasoning that involves dialogue and opposing viewpoints.
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logical, argumentative, rational, discursive
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illogical, irrational, unreasonable
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dialectical approach, dialectical reasoning, dialectical materialism
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#2416
❌
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devoid
/dɪˈvɔɪd/
adjective
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Completely lacking or without something.
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His speech was devoid of any real emotion. |
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lacking, empty, barren, absent, void
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full, complete, abundant
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devoid of meaning, devoid of life, devoid of emotion
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#2417
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dialect
/ˈdaɪəˌlɛkt/
noun
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A particular form of a language spoken in a specific region or by a specific group.
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He speaks a dialect of Bengali that is common in rural areas. |
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vernacular, tongue, idiom, lingo
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standard language, universal language
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regional dialect, local dialect, dialect speaker
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#2418
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diagnosis
/ˌdaɪəɡˈnoʊsɪs/
noun
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The identification of a disease, condition, or problem through examination of symptoms.
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The diagnosis confirmed that she had diabetes. |
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identification, detection, finding, determination
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misdiagnosis, guess
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medical diagnosis, accurate diagnosis, early diagnosis
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#2419
🩺
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diagnose
/ˌdaɪəɡˈnoʊz/
verb
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diagnosed
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diagnosed
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diagnoses
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diagnosing
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To identify a disease, condition, or problem by examining symptoms.
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The doctor diagnosed him with pneumonia. |
diagnose a problem |
To identify the cause of an issue
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identify, detect, determine, analyze, recognize
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misdiagnose, ignore
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diagnose disease, diagnose illness, diagnose condition, diagnose problem
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#2420
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diadem
/ˈdaɪəˌdɛm/
noun
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A crown or headband worn as a symbol of royalty or authority.
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The queen wore a glittering diadem at the coronation. |
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crown, coronet, tiara, headpiece
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cap, hat
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royal diadem, golden diadem, glittering diadem
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#2421
🔡
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diacritical
/ˌdaɪəˈkrɪtɪkəl/
adjective
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Relating to a mark added to a letter to indicate a different pronunciation or stress.
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The word résumé has diacritical marks that change its meaning from resume. |
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accentual, phonetic, orthographic, linguistic
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plain, unmarked
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diacritical mark, diacritical accent, diacritical system
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#2422
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diabolical
/ˌdaɪəˈbɒlɪkəl/
adjective
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Wicked, cruel, or outrageously bad; resembling the devil.
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The dictator’s diabolical rule brought misery to the nation. |
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evil, cruel, monstrous, satanic, vile
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kind, benevolent, angelic
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diabolical plot, diabolical laughter, diabolical crime, diabolical tyranny
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#2423
😈
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diabolic
/ˌdaɪəˈbɒlɪk/
adjective
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Extremely evil or cruel; characteristic of the devil.
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The villain devised a diabolic scheme. |
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devilish, demonic, fiendish, satanic, wicked
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angelic, good, holy
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diabolic plan, diabolic act, diabolic scheme, diabolic laughter
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#2424
👐
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dexterous
/ˈdɛkstrəs/
adjective
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Skillful and quick, especially with the hands.
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The craftsman was dexterous in carving wood. |
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skilled, adept, agile, nimble, proficient
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clumsy, unskilled, awkward
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dexterous fingers, dexterous hands, dexterous movement
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#2425
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dexterity
/dɛkˈstɛrɪti/
noun
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Skill in using the hands or body; mental quickness.
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She showed great dexterity in playing the piano. |
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skill, agility, expertise, proficiency, finesse
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clumsiness, awkwardness
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manual dexterity, great dexterity, display dexterity, dexterity with hands
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#2426
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dew
/djuː/
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Tiny drops of water that form on cool surfaces at night from condensation.
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The grass was wet with morning dew. |
fresh as the morning dew |
very fresh, pure, and clean
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moisture, condensation, droplets, mist, vapor
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dryness, aridity
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morning dew, drops of dew, covered in dew, sparkling dew
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#2427
🕌
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devout
/dɪˈvaʊt/
adjective
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Deeply religious or sincere.
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He is a devout believer who prays every day. |
a devout hope |
a strong and sincere hope
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pious, religious, faithful, sincere, devoted
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irreligious, insincere
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devout Muslim, devout Christian, devout believer, devout follower
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#2428
🙏
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devotee
/ˌdɛvəˈtiː/
noun
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A person who is very enthusiastic about or strongly dedicated to something or someone.
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He is a great devotee of classical music. |
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enthusiast, admirer, fan, follower, supporter
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opponent, critic
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devotee of art, devotee of music, temple devotee
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#2429
❤️
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devoted
/dɪˈvoʊtɪd/
adjective
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Very loving, loyal, or dedicated.
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She is a devoted mother who always puts her children first. |
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dedicated, loyal, faithful, loving, committed
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disloyal, indifferent, neglectful
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devoted fan, devoted friend, devoted to work, devoted couple
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#2430
🔄
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devolve
/dɪˈvɒlv/
verb
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devolved
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devolved
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devolves
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devolving
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To pass power, responsibility, or duties to another person or group.
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The responsibility will devolve on the new manager. |
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delegate, transfer, assign, hand over, pass
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retain, keep, withhold
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devolve power, devolve responsibility, devolve authority
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