deploy [to move forces or weapons into positions for action] The general deployed his forces along the border.
depression [(1) severe unhappiness; (2) a period of reduced business and economic activity during which many people lose their jobs] The doctor gave her medicine for her depression. (1) The latest economic depression in the United States happened a long time ago. (2)
describe [(1) to give a word picture of something; (2) to give details of something] The young man described his home in the desert. (1) The report described how the problem developed. (2)
desert [a dry area of land] Survival is difficult in the hot, dry desert.
design [to plan or create plans for] An architect designed my new home.
desire [(1) to want very much; (2) to wish for] After traveling for two weeks, Jim very much desired a meal cooked at home. (1) If you could have anything you wanted, what would you desire? (2)
destroy [(1) to break into pieces; (2) to end the existence of] The earthquake destroyed many houses. (1) His actions destroyed any trust between them. (2)
detail [(1) a small part of something; (2) a small piece of information] Lisa decided every detail of her wedding. (1) I want to hear every detail of your story. (2)
develop [(1) to grow; (2) to create; (3) to experience progress] He is developing into a fine young man. (1) The professor developed a new way to teach English. (2) The country needed many years to develop an industrial economy. (3)
device [a piece of equipment made for a special purpose] The microwave cooker is a device I use every day.
dictator [a ruler with complete power] The people of Yugoslavia forced the dictator from power.
die [(1) to become dead; (2) to stop living; (3) to end] If you touch that wire you will die. (1) The river died slowly as pollution increased. (2) All hope died when the prison gate closed. (3)
diet [usual daily food and drink] The doctor ordered a special diet to help him lose weight.
different [not the same] His clothes are different from mine.
difficult [(1) not easy; (2) hard to do, make or carry out] Keith was a difficult child. (1) Building a boat is a difficult job. (2)
