The branch of biology dealing with the study of cells
Cytology
(N.) (कोशिका विज्ञान)
Example: She chose cytology as her specialization in biology.
A reckless person who enjoys doing dangerous things
Daredevil
(N.) (दुस्साहसी)
Example: The daredevil performed stunts without any fear.
A large amount of information stored in a computer system
Database
(N.) (आँकड़ा-संग्रह)
Example: All customer records are stored in the company’s database.
A state of stunned confusion
Daze
(N.) (स्तब्ध अवस्था, सदमा)
Example: He walked out of the accident in a daze.
A situation when no progress is possible
Deadlock
(N.) (गतिरोध)
Example: The talks ended in a deadlock between the two parties.
One who cannot hear
Deaf
(Adj.) (बहरा)
Example: The deaf child learned to communicate using sign language.
A performer’s first public appearance
Debut
(N.) (पहला सार्वजनिक प्रदर्शन या शुरुआत)
Example: The actor made a successful debut in the film industry.
A period of ten years (4)
Decade
(N.) (दशक)
Example: The city has changed significantly over the last decade.
An athletic event comprising ten different events
Decathlon
(N.) (दस खेलों वाली एथलेटिक प्रतियोगिता)
Example: He trained hard to compete in the decathlon.
To convert secret or encrypted messages into a readable form
Decode
(V.) (कूट भाषा को सुलझाना)
Example: The scientist managed to decode the hidden message.
The act of injuring another’s reputation by slanderous communication (2)
Defamation
(N.) (मानहानि)
Example: The celebrity filed a case for defamation against the magazine.
To injure one’s reputation
Defame
(V.) (बदनाम करना)
Example: Spreading false rumors can defame a person easily.
An open refusal to obey orders or authority
Defiance
(N.) (अवज्ञा)
Example: His actions were seen as an act of defiance against the rules.
A lack or shortage of something essential
Deficiency
(N.) (कमी, अभाव)
Example: Vitamin deficiency can cause serious health issues.
Loss of self-awareness and restraint in a group
Deindividuation
(N.) (समूह में व्यक्तिगत पहचान खो जाना)
Example: Deindividuation often occurs in large crowds during protests.
A feeling that one has experienced the present situation before
Déjà-vu
(N.) (ऐसा अहसास कि पहले देखा या अनुभव किया है)
Example: I had a strange sense of déjà-vu when I visited that place.
To give one’s authority or responsibility to another (2)
Delegate
(V.) (काम या जिम्मेदारी सौंपना)
Example: A good manager knows how to delegate tasks effectively.
The act of transferring one’s authority to another
Delegation
(N.) (जिम्मेदारी सौंपने की प्रक्रिया)
Example: Delegation helps in managing workload efficiently.
Done consciously and intentionally
Deliberate
(Adj.) (जानबूझकर किया गया)
Example: His deliberate actions caused harm to the project.
Long and careful consideration or discussion
Deliberation
(N.) (विचार-विमर्श)
Example: After much deliberation, the committee reached a final decision.
Minor crime or misconduct, especially by young people
Delinquency
(N.) (दुराचार)
Example: Juvenile delinquency is often linked to a lack of proper guidance.
A young person tending to commit crimes, especially minor ones
Delinquent
(Adj.) (युवा अपराधी)
Example: The school tried to reform the delinquent behavior of some students.
To become liquid, typically during decomposition
Deliquesce
(V.) (पिघलना, गलना)
Example: The substance began to deliquesce when exposed to moisture.
A disturbed state of mind caused by an illness
Delirium
(N.) (मतिभ्रम)
Example: The patient was in a state of delirium due to high fever.
A political leader who seeks support by appealing to popular desires and prejudices rather than rational argument (2)
Demagogue
(N.) (भड़काऊ नेता)
Example: The demagogue gained power by exploiting public emotions.
A government by the people through elected representatives (5)
Democracy
(N.) (जनता द्वारा चुने गए प्रतिनिधियों का शासन)
Example: India is the largest democracy in the world.
The study of population and its dynamics (7)
Demography
(N.) (जनसांख्यिकी)
Example: Demography helps governments plan resources effectively.
To take away or alter the natural qualities of
Denature
(V.) (विकृत करना)
Example: Excessive heat can denature proteins in food.
To criticize unfairly
Denigrate
(V.) (बदनाम करना, नीचा दिखाना)
Example: He tried to denigrate his opponent’s achievements.
To represent or show something in words or pictures
Depict
(V.) (वर्णन करना)
Example: The painting depicts a beautiful rural scene.
A person who gives sworn written testimony for use in court
Deponent
(N.) (शपथपूर्वक बयान देने वाला)
Example: The deponent submitted his statement before the judge.
One who is morally corrupt
Depraved
(Adj.) (भ्रष्ट)
Example: The story revolves around a depraved character with no sense of morality.
To feel and express strong disapproval
Deprecate
(V.) (निंदा करना, तुच्छ बताना)
Example: She deprecated his careless attitude toward work.
To become less valuable over a period of time
Depreciate
(V.) (मूल्य घटना, अवमूल्यन करना)
Example: Cars tend to depreciate quickly after purchase.
A person appointed to act on behalf of another
Deputy
(N.) (उपाधिकारी)
Example: The deputy handled the responsibilities in the manager’s absence.
Unable to think clearly because of a mental illness
Deranged
(Adj.) (विक्षिप्त, पागल)
Example: The witness described the attacker as mentally deranged.
A person without a home, job, or property (2)
Derelict
(N.) (लावारिस, बेघर व्यक्ति)
Example: The shelter provides food and care for derelicts.
Failing to discharge one’s duty
Dereliction
(N.) (कर्तव्य का त्याग)
Example: The officer was punished for dereliction of duty.
To laugh at something in a cruel way
Deride
(V.) (उपहास करना)
Example: It is wrong to deride others for their mistakes.
A doctor who studies and treats skin diseases (3)
Dermatologist
(N.) (त्वचा रोग विशेषज्ञ)
Example: She visited a dermatologist for her skin problem.
The scientific study of the skin and its diseases (7)
Dermatology
(N.) (त्वचा विज्ञान)
Example: Dermatology is an important branch of medical science.
The misuse or violation of something considered sacred
Desecration
(N.) (पवित्र चीज़ का अपमान)
Example: The desecration of the temple shocked the community.
The act of leaving a duty, post, or country
Desertion
(N.) (कर्तव्य-त्याग)
Example: The soldier was punished for desertion during wartime.
Extremely poor and lacking basic necessities
Destitute
(Adj.) (अत्यंत निर्धन)
Example: The charity helps destitute families survive difficult times.
A state of disuse or inactivity
Desuetude
(N.) (अप्रचलन)
Example: The old law fell into desuetude over time.
One who investigates and solves crimes (2)
Detective
(N.) (जासूस)
Example: The detective solved the mystery with sharp observation skills.
The act of discouraging something by instilling fear or doubt
Deterrence
(N.) (डराकर रोकने की नीति)
Example: Strict laws act as a deterrence against crime.
Showing a skilful use of underhand tactics to achieve goals
Devious
(Adj.) (धूर्त)
Example: He used devious methods to win the competition.
Showing or having skill, especially with the hands (2)
Dexterous
(Adj.) (हाथों से काम करने में निपुण)
Example: The surgeon is highly dexterous in performing complex operations.