Descendant
Meaning: One who is descended lineally from another, as a child, grandchild, etc.
Synonyms: Brood, Child, Children, Get, Heir, Issue, Kin, Offshoot, Offspring, Posterity, Scion, Seed, Progeny, Product, Chip Off Old Block, Progeniture,
Antonyms: Ascendant, Cause, Origin, Parent, Predecessor, Source,
Descendent
Meaning: Proceeding downward.
Synonyms: Declining, Down, Downward, Drooping, Nodding, Sagging, Sinking,
Descent
Meaning: The act of moving or going downward.
Synonyms: Coast, Crash, Declension, Declination, Decline, Declivity, Dip, Downgrade, Droop, Drop, Fall, Falling, Grade, Gradient, Header, Hill, Inclination, Incline, Landslide, Plummeting, Plunge, Plunging, Precipitation, Sag, Settlement, Sinking, Slant, Slide, Slip, Slope, Swoop, Tailspin, Topple, Tumble, Sinkage, Prolapse, Coming Down,
Antonyms: Ascension, Ascent, Elevation, Evenness, Improvement, Increase, Level, Rise, Upgrade,
Descry
Meaning: To discern.
Synonyms: Behold, Detect, Determine, Discern, Disclose, Espy, Note, Observe, Perceive, Reveal, See, Sight, Spot,
Antonyms: Conceal, Hide, Ignore, Miss, Neglect, Overlook, Be Blind,
Desert
Meaning: To abandon without regard to the welfare of the abandoned
Synonyms: Arid, Bare, Desolate, Infertile, Lonely, Solitary, Sterile, Uninhabited, Unproductive, Waste, Wild, Untilled,
Antonyms: Cultivated, Fertile, Inhabited, Populated, Productive,
Desiccant
Meaning: Any remedy which, when applied externally, dries up or absorbs moisture, as that of wounds.
Synonyms: Anhydrous, Arid, Athirst, Baked, Bald, Bare, Barren, Dehydrated, Depleted, Desert, Desiccated, Drained, Droughty, Dusty, Evaporated, Exhausted, Hard, Impoverished, Juiceless, Parched, Rainless, Sapless, Sapped, Sear, Stale, Thirsty, Torrid, Waterless, Shriveled, Not Irrigated, Unmoistened,
Antonyms: Damp, Dripping, Exciting, Full, Humid, Interesting, Juicy, Lively, Moist, Soaked, Soggy, Untiring, Unused, Watery, Wet,
Designate
Meaning: To select or appoint, as by authority.
Synonyms: Baptize, Call, Christen, Denominate, Dub, Label, Nickname, Nominate, Style, Term, Title, Cognominate,
Antonyms: Conceal, Confuse, Deny, Disallow, Dislike, Hide, Ignore, Keep, Lose, Refuse, Refute, Reject, Veto,
Desist
Meaning: To cease from action.
Synonyms: Abandon, Abstain, Avoid, Cease, Discontinue, End, Forbear, Halt, Pause, Quit, Relinquish, Resign, Surcease, Suspend, Yield, Give Up, Knock Off, Break Off, Have Done With, Leave Off, Give Over, Not Do,
Antonyms: Complete, Continue, Endure, Finish, Persevere, Persist, Restart, Resume, Go On, Carry On, Keep On,
Desistance
Meaning: Cessation.
Synonyms: Abeyance, Arrest, Break, Breather, Cease, Ceasing, Close, Conclusion, Cutoff, Discontinuance, Downtime, End, Finish, Freeze, Halt, Halting, Hiatus, Intermission, Interruption, Interval, Pause, Recess, Remission, Respite, Rest, Standstill, Stay, Stop, Stoppage, Suspension, Termination, Grinding Halt, Time Off, Screaming Halt,
Antonyms: Action, Activity, Advance, Beginning, Commencement, Continuation, Continuity, Go, Initiation, Introduction, Opening, Persistence, Start,
Despair
Meaning: Utter hopelessness and despondency.
Synonyms: Anguish, Dejection, Desperation, Despondency, Discouragement, Disheartenment, Forlornness, Gloom, Melancholy, Misery, Ordeal, Pain, Sorrow, Trial, Tribulation, Wretchedness, Dashed Hopes,
Antonyms: Cheer, Cheerfulness, Comfort, Confidence, Contentment, Encouragement, Faith, Happiness, Hopefulness, Joy, Joyfulness, Peace, Pleasure, Trust,
Desperado
Meaning: One without regard for law or life.
Synonyms: Bandit, Convict, Cutthroat, Gangster, Hoodlum, Lawbreaker, Mugger, Outlaw, Ruffian, Thug,
Desperate
Meaning: Resorted to in a last extremity, or as if prompted by utter despair.
Synonyms: Atrocious, Audacious, Bold, Careless, Dangerous, Daring, Determined, Foolhardy, Frantic, Frenzied, Furious, Hasty, Hazardous, Headlong, Headstrong, Heinous, Impetuous, Incautious, Madcap, Monstrous, Precipitate, Rash, Risky, Scandalous, Shocking, Venturesome, Violent, Wild,
Antonyms: Afraid, Calm, Confident, Content, Contented, Cowardly, Fearful, Hopeful, Meek, Mild, Moderate, Peaceful, Quiet, Satisfactory, Satisfied, Secure, Shy, Timid, Unworried, Weak,
Despite prep
Meaning: In spite of.
Synonyms: Against, Although, Notwithstanding, Even Though, Even With, In Contempt Of, Undeterred By,
Despond
Meaning: To lose spirit, courage, or hope.
Synonyms: Dishearten, Sadden, Surrender, Give Up, Lose Heart,
Despondent
Meaning: Disheartened.
Despot
Meaning: An absolute and irresponsible monarch.
Synonyms: Autocrat, Hitler, Oppressor, Tyrant, Monocrat,
Despotism
Meaning: Any severe and strict rule in which the judgment of the governed has little or no part.
Synonyms: Authoritarianism, Autocracy, Dictatorship, Tyranny,
Antonyms: Democracy,
Destitute
Meaning: Poverty-stricken.
Desultory
Meaning: Not connected with what precedes.
Synonyms: Aimless, Chance, Chaotic, Deviating, Erratic, Haphazard, Orderless, Rambling, Unmethodical, Unstable, Unsystematic, Without Purpose,
Antonyms: Organized, Systematic,
Deter
Meaning: To frighten away.
Synonyms: Avert, Block, Caution, Chill, Cool, Damp, Dampen, Daunt, Debar, Discourage, Dissuade, Divert, Forestall, Forfend, Frighten, Hinder, Impede, Intimidate, Obstruct, Obviate, Preclude, Restrain, Scare, Stop, Warn, Prevent, Prohibit, Rule Out, Shut Out, Stave Off, Turn Off, Put Off, Talk Out Of, Disadvise, Act Like A Wet Blanket,
Antonyms: Advance, Aid, Allow, Assist, Calm, Comfort, Encourage, Facilitate, Forward, Hearten, Heat, Help, Incite, Inspirit, Instigate, Permit, Persuade, Stimulate, Support, Urge, Warm, Let Go, Promote, Push, Turn On, Put On To,
Deteriorate
Meaning: To grow worse.
Synonyms: Adulterate, Alloy, Break, Corrode, Corrupt, Crumble, Debase, Debilitate, Decline, Decompose, Degrade, Deprave, Depreciate, Descend, Disintegrate, Ebb, Fade, Fail, Flag, Impair, Injure, Languish, Lapse, Lessen, Lower, Mar, Pervert, Regress, Retrograde, Retrogress, Rot, Sink, Skid, Slide, Spoil, Undermine, Vitiate, Weaken, Worsen, Fall Apart,
Antonyms: Aid, Approve, Assist, Build, Clean, Cleanse, Clear, Compliment, Construct, Cure, Develop, Elevate, Fix, Grow, Heal, Help, Improve, Increase, Join, Laud, Mend, Praise, Raise, Rise, Strengthen, Put Together, Purify, Get Better,
Determinate
Meaning: Definitely limited or fixed.
Synonyms: Certain, Decided, Decisive, Determined, Determining, Distinct, Final, Firm, Fixed, Intent, Known, Limited, Settled,
Determination
Meaning: The act of deciding.
Synonyms: Aasvogel, Assurance, Backbone, Boldness, Bravery, Certainty, Certitude, Constancy, Conviction, Courage, Decision, Dedication, Doggedness, Dogmatism, Drive, Energy, Fearlessness, Fortitude, Grit, Guts, Hardihood, Heart, Independence, Intrepidity, Nerve, Obstinacy, Persistence, Pluck, Resoluteness, Resolution, Resolve, Spine, Spunk, Steadfastness, Stubbornness, Tenacity, Valor, Willpower, Dauntlessness, Purpose, Purposefulness,
Antonyms: Beginning, Cowardice, Diffidence, Disinterest, Doubt, Fear, Hesitation, Idleness, Indecision, Indifference, Irresolution, Spinelessness, Start, Timidity, Vacillation, Wavering, Weakness,
Deterrent
Meaning: Hindering from action through fear.
Synonyms: Bridle, Check, Curb, Defense, Determent, Discouragement, Disincentive, Hindrance, Leash, Obstacle, Rein, Shackle, Preventative, Preventive,
Antonyms: Assistance, Catalyst, Encouragement, Help, Incentive,
Detest
Meaning: To dislike or hate with intensity.
Synonyms: Abhor, Abominate, Despise, Execrate, Loathe, Reject, Repudiate, Be Allergic To, Down On, Dislike Intensely, Feel Aversion Toward, Feel Hostility Toward, Feel Repugnance Toward, Recoil From,
Antonyms: Admire, Adore, Approve, Cherish, Like, Love, Respect, Prize,
Detract
Meaning: To take away in such manner as to lessen value or estimation.
Synonyms: Backbite, Belittle, Blister, Cheapen, Decrease, Decry, Depreciate, Derogate, Diminish, Discount, Discredit, Disesteem, Knock, Lower, Minimize, Misprize, Reduce, Underrate, Undervalue, Vilipend, Withdraw, Write Off, Devaluate, Laugh At, Draw Away, Cut Rate, Subtract From,
Antonyms: Commend, Compliment, Develop, Enlarge, Exaggerate, Exalt, Expand, Extend, Grow, Increase, Laud, Optimize, Overestimate, Overrate, Overvalue, Praise, Raise, Upgrade, Value, Add To,
Detriment
Meaning: Something that causes damage, depreciation, or loss.
Synonyms: Damage, Disability, Disservice, Drawback, Handicap, Harm, Hurt, Impairment, Injury, Liability, Loss, Mischief, Spoiling, Prejudice, Marring,
Antonyms: Advantage, Aid, Assistance, Benefit, Blessing, Boon, Favor, Gain, Good, Help, Profit,
Detrude
Meaning: To push down forcibly.
Synonyms: Couch, Demit, Depress, Descend, Droop, Drop, Ground, Reduce, Sink, Submerge, Take Down, Let Down, Set Down, Push Down, Cast Down, Bring Low, Make Lower,
Antonyms: Compliment, Elevate, Grow, Heighten, Increase, Laud, Praise, Raise, Rise, Strengthen,
Deviate
Meaning: To take a different course.
Synonyms: Aberrate, Avert, Bend, Contrast, Deflect, Depart, Differ, Digress, Divagate, Diverge, Drift, Err, Part, Shy, Swerve, Turn, Vary, Veer, Wander, Turn Aside, Angle Off, Bear Off, Bend The Rules, Break Pattern, Depart From, Edge Off, Get Around, Go Amiss, Go Haywire, Go Off On Tangent, Go Out Of Control, Go Out Of Way, Leave Beaten Path, Not Conform, Take A Turn,
Antonyms: Agree, Keep, Stay, Straighten, Go Straight,
Devilry
Meaning: Malicious mischief.
Synonyms: Devilment, Deviltry, Diablerie, Naughtiness, Rascality, Roguery, Roguishness, Trouble, Wickedness, Mischievousness, High Jinks, Shenanigans, Prankishness,
Deviltry
Meaning: Wanton and malicious mischief.
Synonyms: Cruelty, Devilment, Devilry, Diablerie, Evil, Evildoing, Iniquity, Magic, Misdeed, Naughtiness, Offense, Rascality, Roguery, Roguishness, Sin, Trouble, Wickedness, Witchcraft, Witchery, Wrong, Wrongdoing, Mischievousness, High Jinks, Shenanigans, Prankishness, Black Magic, Evil Magic,
Antonyms: Good, Goodness, Happiness, Kindness, Morality, Virtue,
Devious
Meaning: Out of the common or regular track.
Synonyms: Artful, Calculating, Crooked, Deceitful, Duplicitous, Errant, Erring, Evasive, Fishy, Foxy, Fraudulent, Guileful, Indirect, Insidious, Insincere, Oblique, Roundabout, Scheming, Shady, Shifty, Shrewd, Sly, Sneaking, Sneaky, Surreptitious, Treacherous, Tricky, Underhanded, Wily, Put On, Obliquitous, Faking One Out, Not Straightforward, Playing Games, Playing Politics,
Antonyms: Artless, Direct, Fair, Forthright, Frank, Honest, Naive, Open, Sincere, Straight, Straightforward, Trustworthy, Truthful,
Devise
Meaning: To invent.
Synonyms: Accusative, Arrange, Blueprint, Brainstorm, Cast, Chart, Cogitate, Concoct, Construct, Contrive, Craft, Create, Design, Discover, Forge, Form, Formulate, Frame, Hatch, Imagine, Improvise, Intrigue, Invent, Machinate, Mastermind, Plan, Plot, Scheme, Shape, Spark, Vamp, Project, Prepare, Cook Up, Make Up, Head Trip, Get Off, Work Out, Come Up With, Play It By Ear,
Antonyms: Borrow, Destroy, Disorder, Disorganize, Forget, Ignore, Neglect, Ruin, Stop,
Devout
Meaning: Religious.
Synonyms: Adherent, Adoring, Ardent, Deep, Earnest, Faithful, Fervent, Fervid, Genuine, Godly, Heartfelt, Holy, Intense, Orthodox, Passionate, Pietistic, Pious, Prayerful, Religious, Reverent, Revering, Serious, Sincere, Venerating, Worshiping, Zealous, Profound,
Antonyms: Apathetic, Cold, Cool, Dishonest, Disloyal, Dispassionate, Frigid, Indifferent, Insincere, Irreligious, Unbelieving, Unenthusiastic, Unexcited,
Dexterity
Meaning: Readiness, precision, efficiency, and ease in any physical activity or in any mechanical work.
Synonyms: Address, Adroitness, Aptness, Art, Artistry, Cleverness, Craft, Cunning, Deftness, Expertise, Expertness, Facility, Finesse, Handiness, Ingenuity, Knack, Mastery, Neatness, Nimbleness, Readiness, Skill, Smoothness, Tact, Touch, Proficiency, Skillfulness, Effortlessness,
Antonyms: Awkwardness, Clumsiness, Ignorance, Inability, Incapacity, Ineptitude, Ineptness, Lack, Want,
Diabolic
Meaning: Characteristic of the devil.
Synonyms: Atrocious, Cruel, Damnable, Demoniac, Demonic, Devilish, Hellish, Impious, Infernal, Mephistophelian, Monstrous, Nasty, Nefarious, Satanic, Serpentine, Shocking, Unhallowed, Unpleasant, Vicious, Vile, Villainous, Wicked,
Antonyms: Gentle, Kind, Moral, Nice,
Diagnose
Meaning: To distinguish, as a disease, by its characteristic phenomena.
Synonyms: Analyze, Determinate, Determine, Distinguish, Interpret, Investigate, Pinpoint, Place, Recognize, Spot, Pronounce, Diagnosticate,
Antonyms: Miss, Overlook, Misdiagnose,
Diagnosis
Meaning: Determination of the distinctive nature of a disease.
Synonyms: Analysis, Conclusion, Examination, Interpretation, Investigation, Opinion, Scrutiny, Summary, Pronouncement,
Dialect
Meaning: Forms of speech collectively that are peculiar to the people of a particular district.
Synonyms: Accent, Argot, Cant, Idiom, Jargon, Language, Lingo, Localism, Patois, Patter, Regionalism, Slang, Terminology, Tongue, Vernacular, Vocabulary, Provincialism, Pronunciation,
Antonyms: Standard,
Dialectician
Meaning: A logician.
Dialogue
Meaning: A formal conversation in which two or more take part.
Synonyms: Chat, Colloquy, Communication, Confab, Confabulation, Conference, Conversation, Converse, Dialog, Discourse, Discussion, Duologue, Exchange, Flap, Interlocution, Lines, Parlance, Parley, Powwow, Rap, Remarks, Repartee, Script, Sides, Rap Session, Small Talk,
Antonyms: Monologue, Quiet, Silence, Soliloquy,
Diaphanous
Meaning: Transparent.
Synonyms: Chiffon, Clear, Delicate, Filmy, Flimsy, Gauzy, Gossamer, Light, Pellucid, Sheer, Thin, Translucent, Transparent, Pure,
Antonyms: Opaque, Thick,
Diatomic
Meaning: Containing only two atoms.
Diatribe
Meaning: A bitter or malicious criticism.
Synonyms: Abuse, Castigation, Denunciation, Disputation, Invective, Jeremiad, Objection, Onslaught, Philippic, Reviling, Screed, Stricture, Tirade, Vituperation,
Antonyms: Compliment, Praise, Recommendation,
Didactic
Meaning: Pertaining to teaching.
Synonyms: Academic, Advisory, Edifying, Enlightening, Exhortative, Expository, Homiletic, Hortative, Instructive, Moral, Moralizing, Pedagogic, Pedantic, Preachy, Preceptive, Sermonic, Donnish, Sermonizing, Teacherly,
Difference
Meaning: Dissimilarity in any respect.
Synonyms: Aberration, Alteration, Anomaly, Antithesis, Asymmetry, Change, Characteristic, Contrariety, Contrariness, Contrast, Departure, Deviation, Digression, Discrepancy, Disparity, Dissemblance, Distinction, Divergence, Diversity, Exception, Heterogeneity, Idiosyncrasy, Inequality, Irregularity, Nonconformity, Opposition, Particularity, Peculiarity, Separateness, Separation, Singularity, Unlikeness, Variance, Variation, Variety, Unconformity, Discongruity,
Antonyms: Accord, Agreement, Assent, Concurrence, Conformity, Consent, Equality, Harmony, Likeness, Normality, Regularity, Sameness, Similarity, Uniformity, Usualness, Alikeness,
Differentia
Meaning: Any essential characteristic of a species by reason of which it differs from other species.
Synonyms: Abiders, Aspect, Attribute, Badge, Bag, Bearing, Bent, Caliber, Cast, Complexion, Component, Disposition, Earmark, Endowment, Essence, Faculty, Flavor, Frame, Idiosyncrasy, Inclination, Individuality, Mannerism, Mark, Mood, Nature, Originality, Particularity, Peculiarity, Personality, Point, Quality, Singularity, Specialty, Streak, Stripe, Style, Symptom, Temperament, Tendency, Thing, Tone, Trademark, Turn, Virtue,
Antonyms: Abnormality, Dislike, Hate, Hatred, Inability, Unimportance, Whole,
Differential
Meaning: Distinctive.
Synonyms: Cogwheel, Fang, Gear, Pinion, Rack, Ratchet, Tine, Tooth, Transmission, Tusk, Wheel, Prong,
Antonyms: Alike, Common, Conventional, Correspondent, Harmonious, Homogeneous, Like, Normal, Ordinary, Resembling, Same, Similar, Standard, Unified, Uniform, United, Usual,
Differentiate
Meaning: To acquire a distinct and separate character.
Synonyms: Characterize, Comprehend, Contrast, Demarcate, Discern, Discriminate, Extricate, Individualize, Individuate, Know, Mark, Separate, Sever, Understand, Set Apart, Set Off, Split Hairs, Antithesize, Discrepate, Tell Apart,
Antonyms: Allow, Associate, Confuse, Connect, Group, Leave, Link, Misinterpret, Mistake, Misunderstand, Mix Up,
Diffidence
Meaning: Self-distrust.
Synonyms: Backwardness, Bashfulness, Constraint, Doubt, Fear, Hesitation, Humility, Insecurity, Meekness, Modesty, Reluctance, Reserve, Sheepishness, Shyness, Timidity, Timorousness, Timidness, Mousiness, Unassertiveness,
Antonyms: Arrogance, Boldness, Certainty, Confidence, Courage, Pride,
Diffident
Meaning: Affected or possessed with self-distrust.
Synonyms: Backward, Bashful, Blenching, Chary, Constrained, Coy, Demure, Distrustful, Doubtful, Dubious, Flinching, Humble, Insecure, Meek, Modest, Mousy, Reluctant, Reserved, Retiring, Sheepish, Shrinking, Shy, Suspicious, Timid, Timorous, Unassertive, Unassuming, Unassured, Unobtrusive, Unpoised, Unsure, Withdrawn, Rabbity,
Antonyms: Aggressive, Bold, Brave, Confident, Extroverted,
Diffusible
Meaning: Spreading rapidly through the system and acting quickly.
Diffusion
Meaning: Dispersion.
Synonyms: Circulation, Dispersal, Dispersion, Dissemination, Dissipation, Expansion, Scattering, Propaganda, Propagation,
Antonyms: Collection, Concentration,
Dignitary
Meaning: One who holds high rank.
Synonyms: Bigshot, Bigwig, Celebrity, Luminary, Official, Star, Vip, Big Gun, Big Kahuna, Person Of Influence,
Antonyms: Nobody, Nonentity,
Digraph
Meaning: A union of two characters representing a single sound.
Digress
Meaning: To turn aside from the main subject and for a time dwell on some incidental matter.
Synonyms: Aberrate, Depart, Divagate, Drift, Meander, Ramble, Roam, Swerve, Veer, Wander, Turn Aside, Be Diffuse, Excurse, Get Off The Subject, Get Sidetracked, Long Way, Beat About The Bush, Get Off The Point, Go By Way Of, Go Off On A Tangent, Wander Away,
Antonyms: Stay, Be Direct, Go Direct,
Dilapidated
Meaning: Fallen into decay or partial ruin.
Synonyms: Battered, Crumbling, Crumbly, Crummy, Damaged, Decayed, Decaying, Decrepit, Derelict, Dingy, Faded, Impaired, Injured, Marred, Neglected, Old, Ramshackle, Ratty, Raunchy, Rickety, Seedy, Shabby, Shaky, Tacky, Threadbare, Unimproved, Unkempt, In A Bad Way, Uncared For,
Antonyms: Good, Healthy, Neat, Nice, Ok, Rebuilt, Repaired, Sound, Stable, In Good Repair,
Dilate
Meaning: To enlarge in all directions.
Synonyms: Amplify, Augment, Broaden, Develop, Distend, Enlarge, Expand, Expatiate, Expound, Extend, Increase, Inflate, Lengthen, Swell, Prolong, Protract, Be Profuse, Be Prolix, Spin Off,
Antonyms: Abbreviate, Abridge, Compress, Condense, Constrict, Contract, Curtail, Cut, Decrease, Deflate, Diminish, Lessen, Lower, Narrow, Reduce, Shorten, Shrink,
Dilatory
Meaning: Tending to cause delay.
Synonyms: Backward, Behindhand, Dallying, Delaying, Deliberate, Laggard, Late, Lax, Lazy, Leisurely, Lingering, Loitering, Moratory, Neglectful, Negligent, Remiss, Slack, Slow, Sluggish, Tardy, Tarrying, Unhurried, Putting Off, Unhasty,
Antonyms: Diligent, Eager, Enthusiastic, Ready, Zealous,
Dilemma
Meaning: A situation in which a choice between opposing modes of conduct is necessary.
Synonyms: Bind, Box, Corner, Difficulty, Embarrassment, Fix, Hole, Hooker, Impasse, Jam, Mess, Mire, Perplexity, Pickle, Plight, Predicament, Quandary, Scrape, Spot, Strait, Problem, Puzzle, Double Bind,
Antonyms: Advantage, Benefit, Boon, Miracle, Solution, Success, Wonder, Good Fortune,
Dilettante
Meaning: A superficial amateur.
Synonyms: Dabbling, Green, Rookie, Tenderfoot, Unaccomplished, Unskilled, Ungifted, Artsy Fartsy,
Antonyms: Professional,
Diligence
Meaning: Careful and persevering effort to accomplish what is undertaken.
Synonyms: Activity, Alertness, Application, Assiduity, Assiduousness, Attention, Attentiveness, Briskness, Care, Carefulness, Constancy, Earnestness, Exertion, Heed, Heedfulness, Industry, Intensity, Intent, Intentness, Keenness, Laboriousness, Pertinacity, Quickness, Sedulousness, Vigor,
Dilute
Meaning: To make more fluid or less concentrated by admixture with something.
Synonyms: Adulterate, Alter, Attenuate, Cook, Cut, Decrease, Diffuse, Diminish, Doctor, Irrigate, Lace, Lessen, Liquefy, Mitigate, Mix, Moderate, Modify, Needle, Plant, Qualify, Reduce, Shave, Spike, Temper, Water, Phony Up, Deliquesce, Water Down, Doctor Up,
Antonyms: Aggravate, Concentrate, Develop, Enlarge, Expand, Extend, Grow, Increase, Raise, Strengthen, Thicken,
Diminution
Meaning: Reduction.
Synonyms: Abatement, Alleviation, Contraction, Curtailment, Cut, Cutback, Decay, Decline, Decrease, Deduction, Retrenchment, Weakening,
Antonyms: Addition, Development, Enlargement, Expansion, Growth, Improvement, Increase, Raise, Rise,
Diphthong
Meaning: The sound produced by combining two vowels in to a single syllable or running together the sounds.
Synonyms: Affricate, Click, Consonant, Fricative, Implosive, Liquid, Phone, Plosive, Sibilant, Sonant, Spirant, Syllable, Vocable, Phonetic Entity, Phonetic Unit,
Diplomacy
Meaning: Tact, shrewdness, or skill in conducting any kind of negotiations or in social matters.
Synonyms: Address, Artfulness, Craft, Delicacy, Discretion, Expedience, Finesse, Negotiation, Poise, Politics, Skill, Statecraft, Subtlety, Delicatesse,
Antonyms: Ignorance, Impoliteness, Rudeness, Bad Manners,
Diplomat
Meaning: A representative of one sovereign state at the capital or court of another.
Synonyms: Agent, Ambassador, Conciliator, Emissary, Envoy, Expert, Legate, Mediator, Minister, Moderator, Negotiator, Plenipotentiary, Representative, Tactician, Cabinet Member, Public Relations Person,
Diplomatic
Meaning: Characterized by special tact in negotiations.
Synonyms: Adept, Arch, Artful, Astute, Bland, Brainy, Cagey, Calculating, Capable, Clever, Conciliatory, Conniving, Contriving, Courteous, Crafty, Cunning, Deft, Delicate, Dexterous, Discreet, Gracious, Guileful, Intriguing, Opportunistic, Polite, Savvy, Scheming, Sensitive, Sharp, Shrewd, Sly, Smooth, Strategic, Suave, Subtle, Wily, Prudent,
Antonyms: Artless, Impolite, Rude, Tactless,
Diplomatist
Meaning: One remarkable for tact and shrewd management.
Disagree
Meaning: To be opposite in opinion.
Synonyms: Clash, Conflict, Contradict, Counter, Depart, Deviate, Differ, Discord, Disharmonize, Dissent, Diverge, Vary, War, Run Counter To, Be Discordant, Be Dissimilar,
Antonyms: Clash, Conflict, Contradict, Counter, Depart, Deviate, Differ, Discord, Disharmonize, Dissent, Diverge, Vary, War, Run Counter To, Be Discordant, Be Dissimilar,
Disappear
Meaning: To cease to exist, either actually or for the time being.
Synonyms: Abandon, Abscond, Acescent, Clear, Decamp, Depart, Die, Disperse, Dissipate, Dissolve, Ebb, End, Escape, Evanesce, Evaporate, Exit, Expire, Fade, Flee, Fly, Go, Leave, Melt, Pass, Perish, Recede, Retire, Retreat, Sink, Vacate, Wane, Withdraw, Vamoose, Pass Away, Die Out, Be No More, Cease To Exist, Dematerialize, Be Done For, Be Gone, Be Lost, Be Swallowed Up,
Antonyms: Advance, Appear, Arrive, Begin, Coagulate, Come, Continue, Enter, Face, Fight, Forge, Grow, Improve, Increase, Keep, Meet, Remain, Rise, Solidify, Stay, Strengthen, Wait, Come In, Be Born,
Disappoint
Meaning: To fail to fulfill the expectation, hope, wish, or desire of.
Synonyms: Abort, Baffle, Balk, Bungle, Chagrin, Circumvent, Dash, Deceive, Delude, Disconcert, Disenchant, Disgruntle, Dishearten, Disillusion, Dissatisfy, Dumbfound, Embitter, Fail, Foil, Founder, Hamper, Hinder, Miscarry, Mislead, Tease, Thwart, Torment, Vex, Leave In The Lurch, Put Out, Come To Nothing, Fall Flat, Let Down, Bring To Naught, Cast Down, Stand Up, Not Show, Dash Hopes, Fall Down On, Fall Short Of, Ruin Prospects,
Antonyms: Aid, Allow, Assist, Delight, Encourage, Excite, Explain, Forward, Help, Permit, Please, Satisfy, Succeed, Make Happy, Clear Up,
Disapprove
Meaning: To regard with blame.
Synonyms: Blame, Censure, Chastise, Criticize, Damn, Decry, Denounce, Deplore, Deprecate, Detract, Disallow, Discommend, Discountenance, Disesteem, Disfavor, Dislike, Dismiss, Dispraise, Expostulate, Nix, Oppose, Pan, Refuse, Reject, Remonstrate, Reprehend, Reprobate, Reprove, Slam, Spurn, Veto, Zing, Look Down On, Turn Down,
Antonyms: Accept, Agree, Allow, Approve, Commend, Compliment, Endorse, Exalt, Laud, Like, Love, Permit, Praise, Ratify, Sanction, Welcome, Promote,
Disarm
Meaning: To deprive of weapons.
Synonyms: Conciliate, Cripple, Deactivate, Debilitate, Demilitarize, Demobilize, Disable, Disband, Disqualify, Incapacitate, Invalidate, Neutralize, Occupy, Pacify, Paralyze, Skin, Strip, Subdue, Subjugate, Unarm, Weaken, Prostrate, Deescalate,
Antonyms: Aid, Allow, Arm, Assist, Capacitate, Cover, Enable, Help, Incite, Mobilize, Permit, Strengthen,
Disarrange
Meaning: To throw out of order.
Synonyms: Derange, Discompose, Disturb, Jumble, Mess, Ruffle, Scramble, Shuffle, Unsettle, Untidy, Mix Up, Get Out Of Order,
Antonyms: Arrange, Calm, Comfort, Compose, Order, Organize, Soothe,
Disavow
Meaning: To disclaim responsibility for.
Synonyms: Abjure, Contradict, Deny, Disallow, Disclaim, Disown, Forswear, Gainsay, Impugn, Negate, Negative, Refuse, Renege, Repudiate, Welsh, Drop Out, Wash Hands Of, Disacknowledge, Go Back On Word, Weasel Out Of, Worm Out Of,
Antonyms: Accept, Acknowledge, Admit, Agree, Allow, Approve, Claim, Grant, Permit, Sanction, Vow, Go Along, Vouch For,
Disavowal
Meaning: Denial.
Synonyms: Abstaining, Acidifying, Adjuration, Contradiction, Declination, Disallowance, Disapproval, Disclaimer, Dismissing, Disproof, Dissent, Forswearing, Gainsaying, Nay, Negation, Negative, Nix, Noncommittal, Rebuff, Rebuttal, Refraining, Refusing, Refutation, Rejecting, Rejection, Renouncement, Renunciation, Repudiating, Repudiation, Repulse, Retraction, Turndown, Veto, Prohibition, No Way, Cold Shoulder, Protestation, Nonacceptance, Refutal,
Antonyms: Affirmation, Agreement, Allowance, Approval, Avowal, Claim, Confirmation, Corroboration, Permission, Ratification, Sanction, Vouching,
Disbeliever
Meaning: One who refuses to believe.
Synonyms: Carper, Caviler, Detractor, Doubter, Egoist, Egotist, Flouter, Misanthrope, Misanthropist, Misogamist, Misogynist, Mocker, Pessimist, Questioner, Satirist, Scoffer, Skeptic, Sneerer, Unbeliever, Doubting Thomas,
Antonyms: Believer, Optimist,
Disburden
Meaning: To disencumber.
Synonyms: Clear, Discharge, Disembarrass, Disencumber, Dump, Empty, Free, Liberate, Lighten, Release, Relieve, Unburden, Unchain, Unload, Unpack,
Antonyms: Burden, Condemn, Fill, Hold, Keep, Limit, Load, Maintain, Restrain, Upset,
Disburse
Meaning: To pay out or expend, as money from a fund.
Synonyms: Acquit, Contribute, Deal, Defray, Dispense, Disperse, Distribute, Divide, Expend, Give, Outlay, Partition, Use, Come Across, Dole Out, Shell Out, Ante Up, Pony Up, Lay Out, Put Out, Come Through, Come Up With, Foot The Bill, Pay Out, Cough Up,
Antonyms: Attach, Collect, Combine, Deposit, Gather, Hoard, Hold, Join, Keep, Retain, Save, Take, Unite, Set Aside,
Discard
Meaning: To reject.
Synonyms: Abandon, Abdicate, Abjure, Adios, Banish, Borne, Can, Cancel, Cashier, Chuck, Desert, Dispatch, Dispossess, Ditch, Divorce, Drop, Dump, Eject, Eliminate, Expel, Forsake, Jettison, Junk, Oust, Reject, Relinquish, Remove, Renounce, Repeal, Repudiate, Scrap, Shed, Give Up, Cast Aside, Throw Away, Protest, Dispose Of, Write Off, Throw Out, Do Away With, Shake Off, Dispense With,
Antonyms: Accept, Admit, Allow, Approve, Choose, Embrace, Hold, Keep, Ratify, Retain, Sanction, Save, Uphold, Welcome, Take In,
Discernible
Meaning: Perceivable.
Disciple
Meaning: One who believes the teaching of another, or who adopts and follows some doctrine.
Synonyms: Adherent, Apostle, Attendant, Booster, Buff, Bug, Catechumen, Cohort, Convert, Devotee, Enthusiast, Fan, Fanatic, Fiend, Freak, Groupie, Hound, Junkie, Learner, Nut, Partisan, Satellite, Sectary, Student, Supporter, Votary, Witness, Zealot, Rooter, Pupil, Proselyte,
Antonyms: Detractor, Enemy, God, Opponent,
Disciplinary
Meaning: Having the nature of systematic training or subjection to authority.
Synonyms: Ordered, Punishing, Punitive,
Discipline
Meaning: To train to obedience.
Synonyms: Conduct, Control, Cultivation, Curb, Development, Domestication, Drill, Drilling, Education, Exercise, Inculcation, Indoctrination, Limitation, Method, Orderliness, Practice, Regulation, Restraint, Strictness, Subordination, Will, Willpower, Preparation,
Antonyms: Agitation, Award, Chaos, Confusion, Disorder, Disorganization, Ignorance, Neglect, Negligence, Permissiveness, Reward,
Disclaim
Meaning: To disavow any claim to, connection with, or responsibility to.
Synonyms: Abandon, Abjure, Abnegate, Belittle, Contradict, Contravene, Criticize, Decline, Deprecate, Disaffirm, Disallow, Disavow, Discard, Disown, Disparage, Forswear, Gainsay, Minimize, Negate, Recant, Refuse, Reject, Renounce, Repudiate, Retract, Revoke, Spurn, Traverse, Wash Hands Of, Disacknowledge, Divorce Oneself From, Turn Back On,
Antonyms: Accept, Acknowledge, Admit, Agree, Allow, Approve, Claim, Commend, Compliment, Concur, Confirm, Consent, Corroborate, Embrace, Emphasize, Endorse, Keep, Laud, Ok, Own, Permit, Praise, Retain, Sanction, Uphold, Build Up,
Discolor
Meaning: To stain.
Synonyms: Besmear, Besmirch, Blot, Defile, Mar, Mark, Rust, Smear, Soil, Stain, Streak, Sully, Tar, Tarnish, Tinge,
Antonyms: Brighten, Clean, Color,
Discomfit
Meaning: To put to confusion.
Synonyms: Abash, Annoy, Baffle, Balk, Beat, Bother, Checkmate, Confound, Demoralize, Discompose, Disconcert, Discountenance, Disturb, Embarrass, Faze, Fluster, Foil, Irk, Outwit, Overcome, Perplex, Perturb, Rattle, Ruffle, Thwart, Trump, Unsettle, Upset, Vex, Worry, Worst, Prevent, Take Aback,
Antonyms: Abet, Aid, Appease, Assist, Calm, Comfort, Compose, Delight, Encourage, Enlighten, Explain, Help, Lose, Order, Please, Reassure, Settle, Soothe, Support, Surrender, Yield, Make Happy, Clear Up,
Discomfort
Meaning: The state of being positively uncomfortable.
Synonyms: Ache, Annoyance, Discomfiture, Discomposure, Displeasure, Disquiet, Distress, Embarrassment, Hardship, Hurt, Inquietude, Malaise, Nuisance, Soreness, Trouble, Uneasiness, Unpleasantness, Upset, Vexation,
Antonyms: Advantage, Assistance, Blessing, Calm, Comfort, Delight, Ease, Easiness, Happiness, Peace, Pleasure, Relief,
Disconnect
Meaning: To undo or dissolve the connection or association of.
Synonyms: Abstract, Detach, Disassociate, Disengage, Disjoin, Dissever, Dissociate, Disunite, Divide, Part, Separate, Sever, Sideline, Unfix, Cut Off, Break It Up, Break It Off, Drop It,
Antonyms: Attach, Combine, Connect, Couple, Hitch, Hook, Join, Link, Plug, Unite,
Disconsolate
Meaning: Grief-stricken.
Synonyms: Bad, Black, Blue, Cheerless, Cold, Comfortless, Crestfallen, Crushed, Dark, Dejected, Desolate, Despairing, Destroyed, Dispirited, Distressed, Doleful, Down, Downcast, Downhearted, Dreary, Forlorn, Gloomy, Heartbroken, Hopeless, Hurting, Inconsolable, Low, Melancholy, Miserable, Ripped, Sad, Somber, Sorrowful, Woebegone, Woeful, Wretched, In Pain, In The Pits,
Antonyms: Cheerful, Consoled, Happy, Soothed, Solaced,
Discontinuance
Meaning: Interruption or intermission.
Synonyms: Adjournment, Alternation, Cease, Cessation, Close, Closing, Desistance, Desuetude, Discontinuation, Disjunction, Disruption, Ending, Finish, Intermission, Interruption, Separation, Stopping, Termination,
Antonyms: Beginning, Commencement, Continuation, Initiation, Introduction, Opening, Retry, Start, Restarting,
Discord
Meaning: Absence of harmoniousness.
Synonyms: Cacophony, Clamor, Clinker, Din, Disharmony, Dissonance, Harshness, Jangle, Jarring, Racket, Tumult, Sour Note,
Antonyms: Accord, Agreement, Concord, Harmony, Harmoniousness,
Discountenance
Meaning: To look upon with disfavor.
Synonyms: Condemn, Deprecate, Disapprove, Discommend, Discourage, Disesteem, Disfavor, Dispute, Resist, Frown On, Take Exception To, Put Down, Not Go For, Count Me Out, Hold No Brief For, Not Stand For, Take A Dim View Of,
Antonyms: Agree, Approve, Back, Countenance, Endorse, Sanction, Support, Go Along,
Discredit
Meaning: To injure the reputation of.
Synonyms: Censure, Defame, Degrade, Destroy, Disesteem, Disfavor, Disgrace, Dishonor, Disparage, Disprove, Explode, Expose, Reproach, Ruin, Shoot, Slander, Slur, Smear, Vilify, Show Up, Puncture, Put Down, Run Down, Tear Down, Blow Up, Bring Into Disrepute, Bring To Naught, Disconsider, Frown Upon, Knock Bottom Out Of, Poke Full Of Holes, Take Rug Out From Under,
Antonyms: Approve, Believe, Build, Commend, Compliment, Construct, Create, Credit, Exalt, Flatter, Honor, Laud, Praise, Trust, Upgrade,
Discreet
Meaning: Judicious.
Synonyms: Alert, Attentive, Awake, Cagey, Calculating, Careful, Chary, Circumspect, Civil, Conservative, Considerate, Controlled, Diplomatic, Discerning, Discriminating, Gingerly, Guarded, Heedful, Intelligent, Judicious, Moderate, Noncommittal, Observant, Politic, Reasonable, Reserved, Restrained, Safe, Sagacious, Strategic, Tactful, Temperate, Thoughtful, Vigilant, Wary, Watchful, Wise, Prudent,
Antonyms: Careless, Foolish, Heedless, Idiotic, Inattentive, Incautious, Inconsiderate, Indiscreet, Negligent, Rash, Reckless, Stupid, Thoughtless, Undiscerning, Unmindful, Unthoughtful, Uncareful,
Discrepant
Meaning: Opposite.
Synonyms: Conflicting, Contradictory, Contrary, Different, Differing, Discordant, Disparate, Dissonant, Divergent, Diverse, Incompatible, Incongruent, Incongruous, Inconsistent, Inconsonant, Varying, Unmixable,
Antonyms: Agreeing, Concurring, Consistent, Harmonious,
Discriminate
Meaning: To draw a distinction.
Synonyms: Disfavor, Favor, Hate, Incline, Judge, Segregate, Separate, Victimize, Set Apart, Be Partial, Single Out, Contradistinguish, Be Bigot, Show Bias, Treat As Inferior, Treat Differently,
Antonyms: Confuse, Mix Up,
Discursive
Meaning: Passing from one subject to another.
Synonyms: Deviating, Digressive, Erratic, Excursive, Meandering, Roaming, Roving, Spreading, Wandering, Prolix,
Discussion
Meaning: Debate.
Synonyms: Altercation, Analysis, Argument, Argumentation, Canvass, Colloquy, Confabulation, Conference, Consideration, Consultation, Contention, Controversy, Conversation, Debate, Deliberation, Dialogue, Discourse, Disputation, Dispute, Dissertation, Examination, Exchange, Excursus, Huddle, Interview, Meet, Meeting, Powwow, Quarrel, Review, Scrutiny, Symposium, Ventilation, Wrangling,
Antonyms: Agreement, Harmony, Peace, Quiet, Silence,
Disenfranchise
Meaning: To deprive of any right privilege or power
Synonyms: Bind, Capture, Chain, Check, Circumscribe, Coerce, Compel, Confine, Deprive, Disfranchise, Dominate, Enchain, Enclose, Enthrall, Fetter, Hobble, Hold, Immure, Imprison, Incarcerate, Indenture, Jail, Oppress, Reduce, Restrain, Restrict, Secure, Shackle, Subdue, Subject, Subjugate, Suppress, Tether, Tie, Yoke, Shut In, Keep Under Thumb, Get Hooks Into, Put In Irons,
Antonyms: Allow, Disconnect, Emancipate, Expand, Free, Liberate, Loose, Loosen, Lose, Permit, Release, Stop, Unfasten, Untie, Let Go,
Disengage
Meaning: To become detached.
Synonyms: Abstract, Detach, Disassociate, Disconnect, Disentangle, Disjoin, Dissociate, Disunite, Divide, Ease, Extricate, Liberate, Loose, Loosen, Release, Separate, Unbind, Uncouple, Undo, Unfasten, Unfix, Unloose, Untie, Withdraw, Drop Out, Back Out, Cut Loose, Opt Out, Cut Out, Set Free, Pull The Plug, Weasel Out, Back Off,
Antonyms: Attach, Bind, Collect, Combine, Connect, Couple, Engage, Entangle, Fasten, Gather, Hold, Join, Keep, Link, Maintain, Unite,
Disfavor
Meaning: Disregard.
Synonyms: Aversion, Disapprobation, Disapproval, Discredit, Disesteem, Dishonor, Disinclination, Displeasure, Disregard, Disrepute, Disrespect, Dissatisfaction, Distaste, Distrust, Indisposition, Mistrust, Shame, Unpopularity, Thumbs Down, Doghouse,
Antonyms: Approval, Belief, Certainty, Confidence, Credit, Desire, Endorsement, Esteem, Faith, Favor, Happiness, Honor, Like, Love, Pleasure, Regard, Respect, Satisfaction, Trust,
Disfigure
Meaning: To impair or injure the beauty, symmetry, or appearance of.
Synonyms: Blemish, Damage, Deface, Defile, Deform, Distort, Hurt, Injure, Maim, Mangle, Mar, Mutilate, Scar, Disfashion, Disfeature,
Antonyms: Adorn, Aid, Assist, Beautify, Cure, Decorate, Embellish, Fix, Heal, Help, Mend, Ornament, Repair,
Dishabille
Meaning: Undress or negligent attire.
Synonyms: Nakedness, Nudity, Starkness, Undress,
Antonyms: Clothed,
Dishonest
Meaning: Untrustworthy.
Synonyms: Aashiq, Backbiting, Bent, Bluffing, Cheating, Corrupt, Crafty, Crooked, Cunning, Deceitful, Deceiving, Deceptive, Designing, Disreputable, Elusive, False, Fraudulent, Guileful, Mendacious, Misleading, Perfidious, Recreant, Shady, Shifty, Sinister, Slippery, Sneaking, Sneaky, Traitorous, Treacherous, Tricky, Unctuous, Underhanded, Unfair, Unprincipled, Unscrupulous, Untrustworthy, Villainous, Wily,
Antonyms: Aboveboard, Ethical, Fair, Faithful, Forthright, Frank, Genuine, Good, Honest, Honorable, Just, Moral, Open, Real, Reliable, Scrupulous, Straight, Trustworthy, Truthful, Upright, Valid, Principled,
Disillusion
Meaning: To disenchant.
Synonyms: Disabuse, Disappoint, Disenthrall, Embitter, Bring Down To Earth, Burst The Bubble,
Antonyms: Make Happy,
Disinfect
Meaning: To remove or destroy the poison of infectious or contagious diseases.
Synonyms: Cleanse, Decontaminate, Deodorize, Fumigate, Sanitize, Sterilize, Purify,
Antonyms: Dirty, Pollute,
Disinfectant
Meaning: A substance used to destroy the germs of infectious diseases.
Synonyms: Antibacterial, Antibiotic, Aseptic, Bactericidal, Clean, Germicidal, Hygienic, Medicated, Sanitary, Sterile, Sterilized, Sterilizing, Unpolluted, Pure, Prophylactic, Purifying,
Antonyms: Contaminated, Dirty, Polluted, Unclean, Unsanitary, Unsterile,
Disinherit
Meaning: To deprive of an inheritance.
Synonyms: Bereave, Deprive, Disaffiliate, Disown, Dispossess, Divest, Evict, Exclude, Neglect, Oust, Repudiate, Rob, Cut Off Without A Cent,
Antonyms: Accept, Admit, Allow, Bequeath, Give, Include, Offer, Welcome,
Disinterested
Meaning: Impartial.
Synonyms: Aloof, Candid, Casual, Dispassionate, Equitable, Impartial, Impersonal, Incurious, Indifferent, Lackadaisical, Negative, Neutral, Outside, Perfunctory, Remote, Unbiased, Unconcerned, Uncurious, Unprejudiced, Unselfish, Withdrawn, Just Watching The Clock, Not Giving A Damn,
Antonyms: Biased, Concerned, Feeling, Interested, Involved, Partial, Passionate, Subjective, Prejudiced,
Disjunctive
Meaning: Helping or serving to disconnect or separate.
Dislocate
Meaning: To put out of proper place or order.
Synonyms: Break, Disarticulate, Disconnect, Disengage, Disjoint, Disorder, Disrupt, Disturb, Disunite, Divide, Jumble, Misplace, Move, Remove, Rummage, Separate, Shift, Transfer, Unhinge, Upset, Mix Up, Put Out Of Joint,
Antonyms: Agree, Arrange, Attach, Combine, Connect, Couple, Fasten, Fix, Hold, Join, Keep, Link, Order, Organize, Place, Remain, Stay, Unite, Keep Together,
Dismissal
Meaning: Displacement by authority from an office or an employment.
Synonyms: Adjournment, Banishment, Bounce, Deportation, Deposal, Deposition, Discharge, Dislodgment, Displacement, Dispossession, Dissolution, Door, End, Eviction, Exile, Exorcism, Expatriation, Expulsion, Freedom, Freeing, Housecleaning, Liberation, Notice, Ostracism, Ouster, Permission, Relegation, Removal, Suspension, Cold Shoulder, Pink Slip,
Antonyms: Acceptance, Appointment, Beginning, Commencement, Construction, Employment, Hiring, Imprisonment, Incarceration, Retention, Start, Welcome, Welcoming,
Dismount
Meaning: To throw down, push off, or otherwise remove from a horse or the like.
Synonyms: Alight, Debark, Deplane, Descend, Detrain, Disembark, Light, Get Down,
Antonyms: Mount, Get Up,
Disobedience
Meaning: Neglect or refusal to comply with an authoritative injunction.
Synonyms: Defiance, Dereliction, Disregard, Indiscipline, Infraction, Infringement, Insubordination, Insurgence, Mutiny, Neglect, Perversity, Rebellion, Recalcitrance, Revolt, Revolution, Riot, Sabotage, Sedition, Strike, Stubbornness, Transgression, Unruliness, Violation, Waywardness, Intractableness, Refractoriness,
Antonyms: Behavior, Calm, Harmony, Obedience, Observance, Peace, Regard, Respect, Submission,
Disobedient
Meaning: Neglecting or refusing to obey.
Synonyms: Contrary, Contumacious, Disorderly, Fractious, Froward, Headstrong, Insubordinate, Intractable, Naughty, Obstreperous, Perverse, Recalcitrant, Refractory, Resistive, Undisciplined, Unruly, Wayward, Willful, Noncompliant,
Antonyms: Accepting, Behaving, Nice, Obedient, Observant, Submitting,
Disown
Meaning: To refuse to acknowledge as one's own or as connected with oneself.
Synonyms: Abandon, Abjure, Abnegate, Deny, Disallow, Disavow, Discard, Disclaim, Reject, Renounce, Repudiate, Retract, Cast Off, Disacknowledge, Divorce Oneself From, Refuse To Recognize,
Antonyms: Accept, Acknowledge, Admit, Allow, Approve, Avow, Claim,
Disparage
Meaning: To regard or speak of slightingly.
Synonyms: Abuse, Belittle, Chill, Decry, Defame, Degrade, Deject, Demoralize, Denigrate, Deprecate, Depreciate, Deride, Derogate, Discourage, Discredit, Disdain, Dishearten, Dismiss, Dispirit, Lower, Malign, Minimize, Pan, Rap, Ridicule, Roast, Scorch, Scorn, Slam, Slander, Smear, Traduce, Underestimate, Underrate, Undervalue, Vilify, Write Off, Put Down, Run Down, Tear Down, Cry Down, Sour Grapes,
Antonyms: Admire, Approve, Commend, Compliment, Encourage, Esteem, Exaggerate, Exalt, Flatter, Hearten, Honor, Increase, Inspirit, Laud, Maximize, Overestimate, Overrate, Praise, Raise, Respect, Sanction,
Disparity
Meaning: Inequality.
Synonyms: Discrepancy, Disproportion, Dissemblance, Dissimilarity, Distinction, Divergence, Divergency, Gap, Imbalance, Imparity, Incongruity, Inequality, Otherness, Unevenness, Unlikeness, Variation, Dissimilitude, Alterity, Diverseness,
Antonyms: Agreement, Equality, Harmony, Likeness, Sameness, Similarity, Alikeness,
Dispel
Meaning: To drive away by or as by scattering in different directions.
Synonyms: Allay, Banish, Cancel, Crumble, Deploy, Disband, Disintegrate, Dismiss, Disperse, Dissipate, Distribute, Eject, Eliminate, Expel, Oust, Repel, Resolve, Rout, Scatter, Scramble, Break Up, Beat Off, Split Up, Chase Away, Break It Up, Bust Up,
Antonyms: Accept, Accumulate, Allow, Collect, Garner, Gather, Hold, Keep, Permit, Recall, Welcome, Take In,
Dispensation
Meaning: That which is bestowed on or appointed to one from a higher power.
Synonyms: Allotment, Appointment, Apportionment, Award, Bestowal, Conferment, Consignment, Courtesy, Disbursement, Distribution, Dole, Endowment, Favor, Indulgence, Kindness, Part, Portion, Quota, Service, Share, Dealing Out,
Antonyms: Denial, Disfavor, Veto, Whole,
Displace
Meaning: To put out of the proper or accustomed place.
Synonyms: Change, Derange, Disarrange, Disestablish, Dislocate, Dislodge, Dispossess, Disturb, Eject, Evict, Expel, Lose, Mislay, Misplace, Relegate, Shift, Transpose, Unsettle, Uproot, Force Out, Expulse, Crowd Out, Displant,
Antonyms: Admit, Find, Hold, Keep, Leave, Order, Remain, Welcome, Take In,
Dispossess
Meaning: To deprive of actual occupancy, especially of real estate.
Synonyms: Appropriate, Eject, Evict, Expel, Expropriate, Oust, Put Out, Throw Into The Street,
Antonyms: Give, Keep, Take In,
Disputation
Meaning: Verbal controversy.
Synonyms: Argumentation, Debate, Dialectic, Dispute, Dissension, Forensic, Mooting, Polemics,
Antonyms: Agreement, Harmony,
Disqualify
Meaning: To debar.
Synonyms: Bar, Bate, Debar, Disable, Disenable, Disentitle, Disfranchise, Except, Exclude, Impair, Incapacitate, Invalidate, Nix, Paralyze, Preclude, Suspend, Unfit, Weaken, Prohibit, Rule Out, Not Make The Cut,
Antonyms: Add, Aid, Allow, Assist, Capacitate, Fit, Help, Include, Mobilize, Permit, Qualify, Be Eligible,
Disquiet
Meaning: To deprive of peace or tranquility.
Synonyms: Ailment, Alarm, Angst, Anxiety, Care, Concern, Concernment, Disquietude, Distress, Disturbance, Fear, Ferment, Foreboding, Fretfulness, Inquietude, Nervousness, Restiveness, Restlessness, Solicitude, Storm, Trouble, Turmoil, Uneasiness, Unrest,
Antonyms: Advantage, Calm, Calmness, Collectedness, Contentedness, Ease, Happiness, Harmony, Health, Order, Peace, Unconcern,
Disregard
Meaning: To take no notice of.
Synonyms: Apathy, Contempt, Disdain, Disesteem, Disfavor, Disinterest, Disrespect, Forgetting, Heedlessness, Inadvertence, Inattention, Indifference, Insouciance, Lassitude, Lethargy, Listlessness, Neglect, Neglecting, Negligence, Oblivion, Omission, Overlooking, Oversight, Scorn, Slight, Slighting, Unconcern, Omitting, Unmindfulness, The Cold Shoulder,
Antonyms: Admiration, Approval, Attention, Care, Concern, Esteem, Feeling, Honor, Interest, Love, Note, Regard, Remembrance, Respect, Sympathy,
Disreputable
Meaning: Dishonorable or disgraceful.
Synonyms: Abject, Acetated, Bad, Base, Beggarly, Cheap, Contemptible, Derogatory, Despicable, Discreditable, Disgraceful, Disorderly, Dissolute, Ignominious, Infamous, Inglorious, Lewd, Libidinous, Licentious, Mean, Notorious, Opprobrious, Pitiable, Scandalous, Shabby, Shady, Shameful, Shocking, Shoddy, Sordid, Sorry, Unprincipled, Vicious, Vile, In Bad, In Low Esteem, In The Doghouse,
Antonyms: Decent, Ethical, Good, Honorable, Reputable, Respectable, Respected, Worthy, Principled,
Disrepute
Meaning: A bad name or character.
Synonyms: Blemish, Blot, Brand, Cloud, Discredit, Disesteem, Disfavor, Disgrace, Ignominy, Infamy, Ingloriousness, Notoriety, Obloquy, Odium, Opprobrium, Reproach, Scandal, Scar, Slur, Smear, Spot, Stain, Stigma, Taint, Unpopularity, Ill Repute, Ill Fame, Ill Favor,
Antonyms: Approval, Blank, Cleanliness, Esteem, Honor, Perfection, Praise, Respect, Good Reputation,
Disrobe
Meaning: To unclothe.
Synonyms: Bare, Denudate, Denude, Deprive, Dismantle, Divest, Doff, Husk, Peel, Remove, Shed, Shuck, Strip, Unbutton, Unclothe, Uncover, Undress, Slip Out Of, Take It Off,
Disrupt
Meaning: To burst or break asunder.
Synonyms: Agitate, Bollix, Confuse, Disarray, Discombobulate, Discompose, Disorder, Disturb, Muddle, Rattle, Rummage, Shake, Spoil, Throw, Unsettle, Mix Up, Mess Up, Put Off, Screw Up, Psych Out, Muddy The Waters, Upset The Apple Cart,
Antonyms: Appease, Arrange, Calm, Compose, Enlighten, Explain, Help, Order, Organize, Ready, Soothe, Clear Up,
Dissatisfy
Meaning: To displease.
Synonyms: Anger, Disappoint, Discontent, Perturb,
Antonyms: Please,
Dissect
Meaning: To cut apart or to pieces.
Synonyms: Cut, Disjoin, Disjoint, Dismember, Dissever, Divide, Operate, Part, Quarter, Section, Sever, Slice, Sunder, Lay Open, Anatomize, Break Up, Dislimb, Exscind, Dichotomize, Exsect, Prosect,
Antonyms: Combine, Connect, Join, Mend, Sew, Unite,
Dissection
Meaning: The act or operation of cutting in pieces, specifically of a plant or an animal.
Synonyms: Anatomy, Autopsy, Dismemberment, Examination, Necropsy, Operation, Postmortem, Vivisection, Anatomization,
Antonyms: Connection, Joining, Mending, Sewing,
Dissemble
Meaning: To hide by pretending something different.
Synonyms: Affect, Camouflage, Cloak, Conceal, Counterfeit, Cover, Dissimulate, Fake, Falsify, Feign, Hide, Mask, Pass, Sham, Shroud, Signify, Simulate, Stonewall, Whitewash, Make Like, Cover Up, Dress Up, Let On, Pussyfoot, Put Up A Front, Put On An Act, Put On A False Front, Put On A Front, Put Up A Smoke Screen,
Antonyms: Admit, Allow, Disclose, Divulge, Expose, Open, Reveal, Show, Tell, Uncover, Unmask, Tell Truth, Lay Bare, Let Out, Be Honest,
Disseminate
Meaning: To sow or scatter abroad, as seed is sown.
Synonyms: Advertise, Announce, Annunciate, Blaze, Blazon, Broadcast, Circulate, Declare, Diffuse, Disperse, Dissipate, Radiate, Sow, Spread, Strew, Publish, Publicize, Promulgate, Propagate, Proclaim, Disject,
Antonyms: Collect, Conceal, Gather, Hide,
Dissension
Meaning: Angry or violent difference of opinion.
Synonyms: Altercation, Argument, Beef, Bickering, Brush, Contention, Difference, Discussion, Disputation, Embroilment, Fuss, Hurrah, Miff, Polemic, Quarrel, Row, Rumpus, Scene, Scrap, Squabble, Strife, Tiff, Words, Wrangle, Wrangling,
Antonyms: Accord, Agreement, Compliment, Concurrence, Forbearance, Harmony, Peace, Praise, Quiet,
Dissent
Meaning: Disagreement.
Synonyms: Bone, Clinker, Conflict, Contention, Denial, Difference, Disaccord, Discord, Dissension, Dissidence, Disunity, Hassle, Heresy, Heterodoxy, Misbelief, Nonconformity, Nope, Objection, Opposition, Refusal, Resistance, Schism, Spat, Split, Strife, Unorthodoxy, Variance, Protest, Poles Apart, Bone Of Contention, Bone To Pick, Far Cry, Sour Note,
Antonyms: Acceptance, Accord, Agreement, Approval, Authorization, Concurrence, Conformity, Endorsement, Harmony, Orthodoxy, Peace, Ratification, Sanction,
Dissentient
Meaning: One who disagrees.
Synonyms: Adverse, Anti, Antipathetic, Antipodal, Antipodean, Antithetical, Balky, Clashing, Conflicting, Contradictory, Contumacious, Converse, Counter, Diametric, Discordant, Dissident, Froward, Headstrong, Hostile, Inconsistent, Inimical, Insubordinate, Intractable, Negative, Nonconforming, Nonconformist, Obstinate, Opposed, Ornery, Paradoxical, Perverse, Rebellious, Recalcitrant, Recusant, Refractory, Restive, Reverse, Stubborn, Unruly, Wayward, Wrongheaded, Contrariant,
Antonyms: Accommodating, Agreeable, Agreeing, Alike, Concordant, Conforming, Consistent, Correspondent, Equal, Friendly, Harmonious, Homogeneous, Kind, Like, Obliging, Same, Similar,
Dissentious Contentious
Meaning: Contentious.
Synonyms: Cantankerous, Captious, Caviling, Contentious, Controversial, Litigious, Polemical, Quarrelsome, Pugnacious,
Antonyms: Agreeable, Calm, Peaceful,
Dissertation
Meaning: Thesis.
Synonyms: Argumentation, Commentary, Critique, Discourse, Disputation, Disquisition, Essay, Exposition, Memoir, Monograph, Tractate, Treatise,
Disservice
Meaning: An ill turn.
Synonyms: Detriment, Disfavor, Harm, Hurt, Injury, Injustice, Insult, Outrage, Wrong, Prejudice, Bad Turn,
Antonyms: Advantage, Aid, Assistance, Benefit, Benevolence, Blessing, Favor, Giving, Good, Help, Kindness, Right, Service, Good Turn,
Dissever
Meaning: To divide.
Synonyms: Cut, Detach, Divide, Partition, Section, Segment, Sever, Split, Cut Off, Break Up, Split Up,
Antonyms: Attach, Combine, Connect, Couple, Join, Link, Unite,
Dissimilar
Meaning: Different.
Synonyms: Antithetical, Contradictory, Contrary, Different, Disparate, Distant, Divergent, Diverse, Heterogeneous, Individual, Mismatched, Offbeat, Opposite, Unequal, Unique, Unlike, Unrelated, Various, Weird, Poles Apart, Antonymous, Far Cry, March To A Different Drummer, Mismated, Not Similar,
Antonyms: Agreeing, Alike, Compatible, Equal, Like, Matched, Related, Same, Similar,
Dissipate
Meaning: To disperse or disappear.
Synonyms: Blow, Consume, Deplete, Dump, Lavish, Misspend, Misuse, Squander, Waste, Kiss Goodbye, Throw Away, Burn Up, Use Up, Trifle Away, Be Wasteful With, Indulge Oneself,
Antonyms: Accumulate, Appear, Build, Collect, Gather, Hoard, Save, Starve,
Dissipation
Meaning: The state of being dispersed or scattered.
Synonyms: Bender, Binge, Bust, Celebration, Circus, Distraction, Diversion, Divertissement, Gratification, Party, Recreation, Tear, Toot, Wingding,
Antonyms: Appearance, Unselfishness, Virtue, Work,
Dissolute
Meaning: Lewd.
Synonyms: Abandoned, Corrupt, Debauched, Degenerate, Depraved, Dissipated, Evil, Fast, Intemperate, Lascivious, Lax, Lecherous, Lewd, Libertine, Licentious, Light, Loose, Open, Player, Raffish, Rakish, Reprobate, Slack, Swift, Sybaritic, Unconstrained, Unprincipled, Unrestrained, Vicious, Wanton, Wayward, Wicked, Wild, Profligate, Nighthawk, Gone Bad, In The Fast Lane, Night Owl,
Antonyms: Chaste, Good, Moral, Resolute, Respectful, Virtuous, Pure,
Dissolution
Meaning: A breaking up of a union of persons.
Synonyms: Detachment, Disintegration, Disunion, Division, Divorce, Divorcement, Parting, Partition, Resolution, Breaking Up,
Antonyms: Beginning, Combination, Commencement, Connection, Construction, Solution, Start, Unification,
Dissolve
Meaning: To liquefy or soften, as by heat or moisture.
Synonyms: Diffuse, Flux, Fuse, Liquefy, Render, Run, Soften, Thaw, Deliquesce, Waste Away, Fluidify,
Antonyms: Appear, Assemble, Coagulate, Concentrate, Continue, Integrate, Marry, Resolve, Solidify, Unite, Put Together, Unmix,
Dissonance
Meaning: Discord.
Synonyms: Antagonism, Conflict, Contention, Controversy, Difference, Disaccord, Discord, Discrepancy, Disharmony, Disparity, Dissension, Dissidence, Incongruity, Inconsistency, Strife, Variance,
Antonyms: Accord, Agreement, Concord, Concurrence, Consonance, Harmony, Peace, Peacefulness, Resonance, Similarity, Sympathy,
Dissonant
Meaning: Harsh or disagreeable in sound.
Synonyms: Anomalous, Differing, Disagreeing, Discordant, Discrepant, Dissentient, Incompatible, Incongruent, Incongruous, Inconsistent, Inconsonant, Irreconcilable, Irregular, Unmixable, Sour Note,
Antonyms: Coinciding, Compatible, Complementary, Concordant, Consonant, Harmonious, Similar,
Dissuade
Meaning: To change the purpose or alter the plans of by persuasion, counsel, or pleading.
Synonyms: Counsel, Deprecate, Derail, Deter, Discourage, Disincline, Divert, Exhort, Expostulate, Faze, Hinder, Remonstrate, Thwart, Warn, Chicken Out, Prevent, Turn Off, Prick, Put Off, Throw Off, Lean On, Advise Against, Caution Against, Cry Out Against, Disadvise, Persuade Not To, Throw A Wet Blanket On, Urge Not To,
Antonyms: Aid, Assist, Encourage, Help, Incite, Persuade, Talk Into,
Dissuasion
Meaning: The act of changing the purpose of or altering the plans of through persuasion, or pleading.
Synonyms: Admonition, Advisement, Advocacy, Aid, Caution, Charge, Consultation, Counsel, Directions, Encouragement, Exhortation, Forewarning, Guidance, Help, Information, Injunction, Input, Instruction, Judgment, Lesson, News, Opinion, Persuasion, Recommendation, Steer, Suggestion, Teaching, Telltale, Tidings, Tip, View, Warning, Word, Proposal, Prescription, Proposition, Word To The Wise, Bum Steer,
Antonyms: Betrayal, Blockage, Deceit, Deception, Discouragement, Falsehood, Hindrance, Ignorance, Injury, Lie, Misinformation, Misrepresentation, Obstruction, Opposition, Question,
Disyllable
Meaning: A word of two syllables.
Distemper
Meaning: A disease or malady.
Synonyms: Affliction, Ailment, Disease, Disorder, Illness, Infection, Malady, Paint, Testiness,
Antonyms: Health,
Distend
Meaning: To stretch out or expand in every direction.
Synonyms: Amplify, Augment, Balloon, Bloat, Dilate, Distort, Enlarge, Expand, Increase, Inflate, Lengthen, Stretch, Widen, Puff,
Antonyms: Abbreviate, Abridge, Compress, Condense, Contract, Curtail, Decrease, Deflate, Diminish, Fall, Lessen, Lower, Reduce, Shorten, Shrink, Cave In,
Distensible
Meaning: Capable of being stretched out or expanded in every direction.
Synonyms: Abundant, Broad, Comfortable, Commodious, Comprehensive, Dilatable, Expandable, Expansive, Extended, Generous, Liberal, Plentiful, Roomy, Sizable, Spacious, Substantial, Vast, Voluminous, Wide,
Antonyms: Small, Squeezed, Tiny,
Distention
Meaning: Expansion.
Synonyms: Amplification, Augmentation, Breadth, Development, Diffusion, Dilation, Distance, Enlargement, Evolution, Expanse, Extension, Increase, Inflation, Magnification, Maturation, Multiplication, Space, Spread, Stretch, Swelling, Unfolding, Unfurling, Opening Out,
Antonyms: Compression, Decrease, Lessening, Reduction, Shrinkage, Stagnation, Abridgment,
Distill
Meaning: To extract or produce by vaporization and condensation.
Synonyms: Brew, Clarify, Concentrate, Condense, Cook, Cut, Dribble, Drip, Drop, Evaporate, Express, Extract, Ferment, Infuse, Precipitate, Rarefy, Rectify, Refine, Steam, Sublimate, Trickle, Trim, Vaporize, Volatilize, Cut Down, Boil Down, Get To The Meat, Purify, Press, Cut To The Bone, Press Out, Squeeze Out,
Antonyms: Dirty, Pollute, Pour,
Distillation
Meaning: Separation of the more volatile parts of a substance from those less volatile.
Synonyms: Cleansing, Refining, Purification,
Distiller
Meaning: One occupied in the business of distilling alcoholic liquors.
Synonyms: Alcohol, Bourbon, Corn, Distill, Distillery, Drink, Hooch, Liquor, Moonshine, Moonshiner, Rye, Scotch, Spirits, Mountain Dew, White Lightning, Poteen, Spiritus Frumenti, Usquebaugh,
Distinction
Meaning: A note or designation of honor, officially recognizing superiority or success in studies.
Synonyms: Acumen, Acuteness, Analysis, Characteristic, Clearness, Contrast, Diagnosis, Difference, Differential, Discernment, Discrepancy, Discreteness, Discretion, Discrimination, Dissemblance, Dissimilarity, Divergence, Divergency, Division, Earmark, Estimation, Individuality, Judgment, Mark, Marking, Nicety, Otherness, Particularity, Peculiarity, Penetration, Perception, Qualification, Quality, Refinement, Sensitivity, Separation, Sharpness, Tact, Unlikeness, Dissimilitude, Alterity,
Antonyms: Accord, Agreement, Carelessness, Concurrence, Conformity, Harmony, Inability, Indiscretion, Insignificance, Likeness, Lowliness, Mediocrity, Sameness, Similarity, Thoughtlessness, Uniformity, Unimportance, Unity,
Distort
Meaning: To twist into an unnatural or irregular form.
Synonyms: Aas, Alter, Angle, Belie, Bend, Bias, Buckle, Change, Collapse, Color, Con, Contort, Crush, Curve, Deceive, Decline, Deteriorate, Deviate, Disfigure, Doctor, Fake, Fudge, Garble, Knot, Lie, Mangle, Melt, Misconstrue, Misinterpret, Misrepresent, Misshape, Pervert, Sag, Scam, Slant, Slump, Snow, Torture, Twist, Warp, Whitewash, Wind, Wrench, Writhe,
Antonyms: Ascend, Beautify, Build, Improve, Increase, Keep, Represent, Rise, Smooth, Stay, Straight, Straighten, Preserve, Tell Truth, Be Honest, Shape Nicely,
Distrain
Meaning: To subject a person to distress.
Distrainor
Meaning: One who subjects a person to distress.
Distraught
Meaning: Bewildered.
Synonyms: Addled, Agitated, Anxious, Bothered, Concerned, Confused, Crazy, Discomposed, Distracted, Distrait, Distressed, Flustered, Frantic, Harassed, Hysterical, Mad, Muddled, Nonplussed, Nuts, Overwrought, Perturbed, Rattled, Raving, Thrown, Tormented, Troubled, Unglued, Unscrewed, Wild, Worried, Beside Oneself, In A Panic, Like A Chicken With Its Head Cut Off,
Antonyms: Balanced, Calm, Collected, Composed, Cool, Gladdened, Happy, Peaceful, Pleased, Reasonable, Sane, Sound, Unconcerned, Untroubled, Unworried,
Disunion
Meaning: Separation of relations or interests.
Synonyms: Argument, Breakup, Conflict, Detachment, Disagreement, Disconnection, Discord, Disjunction, Disjuncture, Dispute, Dissension, Dissidence, Disunity, Divergence, Divergency, Divorce, Parting, Partition, Separation, Severance, Split,
Antonyms: Accord, Agreement, Attachment, Concord, Harmony, Juncture, Marriage, Peace, Sameness, Union,
Diurnal
Meaning: Daily.
Synonyms: Circadian, Common, Commonplace, Constantly, Cyclic, Everyday, Often, Ordinary, Periodic, Quotidian, Regular, Regularly, Routine, Day After Day, Day By Day, Once A Day, Once Daily,
Antonyms: Abnormal, Different, Extraordinary, Infrequent, Irregular, Nightly, Nocturnal, Rare, Uncommon, Unusual, Variable, At Night,
Divagation
Meaning: Digression.
Synonyms: Aside, Deviation, Divergence, Divergency, Diversion, Excursion, Excursus, Parenthesis,
Antonyms: Sameness,
Divergent
Meaning: Tending in different directions.
Diverse
Meaning: Capable of various forms.
Synonyms: Assorted, Contradictory, Contrary, Contrasted, Contrasting, Contrastive, Differing, Discrete, Disparate, Dissimilar, Distant, Distinct, Divergent, Diversified, Incommensurable, Manifold, Miscellaneous, Multifarious, Opposite, Separate, Several, Sundry, Unalike, Unequal, Unlike, Varied, Varying, Diversiform, Mixed Bag,
Antonyms: Alike, Conforming, Identical, Like, Parallel, Same, Similar, Uniform,
Diversion
Meaning: Pastime.
Synonyms: Aberration, Alteration, Deflection, Departure, Detour, Deviation, Digression, Divergence, Turning, Variation, Red Herring, Fake Out,
Antonyms: Agreement, Chore, Conforming, Conformity, Sameness, Staying, Task, Vocation, Work,
Diversity
Meaning: Dissimilitude.
Synonyms: Assortment, Dissimilarity, Distinction, Distinctiveness, Divergence, Diversification, Heterogeneity, Medley, Multifariousness, Multiformity, Multiplicity, Range, Unlikeness, Variance, Variegation, Mixed Bag, Diverseness, Variousness, Multeity,
Antonyms: Agreement, Identicalness, Sameness, Similarity, Uniformity,
Divertible
Meaning: Able to be turned from the accustomed course or a line of action already established.
Divest
Meaning: To strip, specifically of clothes, ornaments, or accouterments or disinvestment.
Synonyms: Bankrupt, Bare, Bereave, Bleed, Denudate, Denude, Deprive, Despoil, Disinherit, Dismantle, Disrobe, Ditch, Doff, Dump, Lose, Milk, Oust, Plunder, Remove, Rob, Seize, Spoil, Strip, Unclothe, Uncover, Undress, Unload, Take From,
Antonyms: Clothe, Cover, Give, Hide, Hold, Invest, Keep, Maintain, Offer, Possess, Save, Take,
Divination
Meaning: The pretended forecast of future events or discovery of what is lost or hidden.
Synonyms: Augury, Occultism, Palmistry, Prediction, Soothsaying, Premonition, Prognostication, Prophecy, Horoscopy, Clairvoyancy,
Divinity
Meaning: The quality or character of being godlike.
Synonyms: Celestial, Deity, Genius, God, Goddess, Godhead, Godhood, Godliness, Holiness, Lord, Sanctity, Spirit, Prime Mover, Godship, Guardian Spirit, Higher Power,
Antonyms: Devil, Evil,
Divisible
Meaning: Capable of being separated into parts.
Synonyms: Breakable, Detachable, Dissoluble, Dissolvable, Distinct, Distinguishable, Divided, Partible, Separated, Severable, Dividable,
Antonyms: Indivisible, Inseparable,
Divisor
Meaning: That by which a number or quantity is divided.
Divulge
Meaning: To tell or make known, as something previously private or secret.
Synonyms: Admit, Betray, Blab, Broadcast, Communicate, Declare, Disclose, Discover, Exhibit, Expose, Gossip, Impart, Leak, Mouth, Reveal, Spill, Spring, Tattle, Tell, Uncover, Publish, Promulgate, Proclaim, Open Up, Blow The Whistle, Tip Off, Give Away, Spill The Beans, Let Slip, Let Hair Down, Own Up, Cough Up, Go Public,
Antonyms: Conceal, Cover, Hide, Keep, Secrete, Suppress, Withhold, Protect,
Divulgence
Meaning: A divulging.
Synonyms: Accession, Admittance, Affidavit, Affirmation, Allowance, Assent, Assertion, Attestation, Averment, Avowal, Concession, Confirmation, Declaration, Deposition, Disclosure, Revelation, Statement, Testimonial, Testimony, Profession,
Antonyms: Denial, Disagreement, Disallowance, Exclusion, Expulsion, Refusal, Repudiation, Secret,
Docile
Meaning: Easy to manage.
Synonyms: Accommodating, Acquiescent, Adaptable, Agreeable, Amenable, Biddable, Childlike, Complacent, Cool, Ductile, Easy, Easygoing, Gentle, Governable, Humble, Manageable, Meek, Mellow, Mild, Obedient, Obliging, Orderly, Pliable, Pliant, Quiet, Resigned, Soft, Tame, Teachable, Tractable, Usable, Willing, Yielding, Easily Influenced,
Antonyms: Determined, Headstrong, Inflexible, Intractable, Obstinate, Opinionated, Stubborn, Uncooperative, Unyielding,
Docket
Meaning: The registry of judgments of a court.
Synonyms: Calendar, Card, Schedule, Tab, Tally, Ticket, Timetable,
Doe
Meaning: The female of the deer.
Dogma
Meaning: A statement of religious faith or duty formulated by a body claiming authority.
Synonyms: Article, Canon, Conviction, Credo, Creed, Doctrine, Gospel, Opinion, Persuasion, Precept, Rule, Teachings, Tenet, View, Credenda, Article Of Faith,
Antonyms: Ambiguity, Doubt, Indecision, Unbelief, Uncertainty,
Dogmatic
Meaning: Making statements without argument or evidence.
Synonyms: Arbitrary, Arrogant, Assertive, Bigoted, Bullheaded, Categorical, Cocksure, Confident, Definite, Despotic, Determined, Doctrinaire, Domineering, Downright, Emphatic, Fanatical, Formal, Imperious, Intolerant, Magisterial, Obdurate, Obstinate, Overbearing, Peremptory, Pigheaded, Stubborn, Tenacious, Tyrannical, Unequivocal, Prejudiced, Fascistic, High And Mighty, Dictative,
Antonyms: Ambiguous, Amenable, Doubtful, Doubting, Dubious, Equivocal, Flexible, Fluctuating, Impartial, Indecisive, Indefinite, Manageable, Obedient, Questioning, Skeptical, Submissive, Uncertain, Vacillating, Vague, Willing, Yielding, Not Positive,
Dogmatize
Meaning: To make positive assertions without supporting them by argument or evidence.
Doleful
Meaning: Melancholy.
Synonyms: Afflicted, Cheerless, Crestfallen, Dejected, Depressed, Dismal, Dispirited, Distressing, Dolorous, Down, Downcast, Downhearted, Dreary, Forlorn, Funereal, Gloomy, Grieving, Lamentable, Lugubrious, Melancholy, Mournful, Painful, Piteous, Pitiful, Plaintive, Rueful, Sad, Somber, Sorrowful, Woebegone, Woeful, Wretched, Down In The Mouth, Dolent, Cast Down, Dirgeful,
Antonyms: Cheerful, Elated, Glad, Gleeful, Happy, Joyful,
Dolesome
Meaning: Melancholy.
Synonyms: Afflicted, Afflictive, Calamitous, Deplorable, Dire, Distressing, Doleful, Grievous, Harrowing, Lamentable, Lugubrious, Melancholy, Mournful, Painful, Plaintive, Regrettable, Rueful, Ruthful, Sad, Sorrowful, Woebegone, Woeful, Wretched, Dolent,
Antonyms: Cheery, Happy, Hopeful,
Dolor
Meaning: Lamentation.
Synonyms: Agony, Distress, Grief, Heartache, Heartbreak, Passion, Ruth, Sadness, Sorrow, Suffering,
Antonyms: Cheer, Comfort, Happiness, Health, Hopefulness, Joy,
Dolorous
Meaning: Expressing or causing sorrow or pain.
Synonyms: Afflicted, Afflictive, Calamitous, Deplorable, Dire, Distressing, Doleful, Dolesome, Grievous, Harrowing, Lamentable, Lugubrious, Melancholy, Mournful, Painful, Plaintive, Regrettable, Rueful, Ruthful, Sad, Sorrowful, Woebegone, Woeful, Wretched, Dolent,
Antonyms: Cheery, Happy, Hopeful,
Domain
Meaning: A sphere or field of action or interest.
Synonyms: Authority, Bailiwick, Concern, Demesne, Department, Discipline, District, Dominion, Empire, Estate, Field, Jurisdiction, Land, Occupation, Orbit, Power, Quarter, Realm, Region, Scope, Slot, Specialty, Sphere, Terrain, Territory, Turf, Walk, Wing, Province, Stomping Grounds, Neck Of The Woods, Home Park,
Antonyms: Sky, Surrender, Yielding,
Domesticity
Meaning: Life in or fondness for one's home and family.
Synonyms: Domestication, Family Life, Staying At Home,
Domicile
Meaning: The place where one lives.
Synonyms: Abode, Accommodation, Apartment, Castle, Condo, Condominium, Dump, Dwelling, Habitation, Home, House, Joint, Mansion, Pad, Rack, Residence, Residency, Roost, Settlement, Crash Pad, Commorancy, Legal Residence, Roof Over Head,
Antonyms: Office,
Dominance
Meaning: Ascendancy.
Synonyms: Ascendancy, Authority, Command, Control, Domination, Dominion, Government, Influence, Paramountcy, Power, Preeminence, Rule, Sovereignty, Sway, Prepotency, Prepotence, Upper Hand, Whip Hand, Preponderance,
Antonyms: Impotence, Incapacity, Inferiority, Modesty, Powerlessness, Submission, Subordination, Surrender, Weakness, Yielding,
Dominant
Meaning: Conspicuously prominent.
Dominate
Meaning: To influence controllingly.
Synonyms: Boss, Command, Control, Dictate, Direct, Domineer, Eclipse, Handle, Head, Influence, Lead, Manage, Monopolize, Outshine, Overrule, Overshadow, Predominate, Reign, Run, Subject, Subjugate, Superabound, Sway, Tyrannize, Prevail, Call The Shots, Run The Show, Sit On Top Of, Overbear, Hold Sway Over, Lay Down The Law, Preponderate, Detract From, Have Upper Hand, Keep Under Thumb, Lead By The Nose, Prevail Over,
Antonyms: Follow, Lose, Mismanage, Neglect, Obey, Submit, Surrender, Yield, Go Along, Be Below,
Domination
Meaning: Control by the exercise of power or constituted authority.
Synonyms: Democracy, Following, Inability, Inferiority, Submission, Subordination, Subservience, Surrender, Weakness, Yielding,
