(pronounced DEN-uh-zun) A word with several meanings, but we’ll move from most to least popular. Most: One who frequents a particular place. Lesser: One who resides in a location or region. Least: One allowed to live in or gain
(pronounced dih-SPAHN-dehnt) This word actually sounds sad when you say it, which is good because it will help you remember that it means displaying or feeling intense depression, discouragement, or gloominess. Example: The high level of tension and relentless bickering
(pronounced DI-a-feh-nehs)
This word flows off the tongue just as the items it can be used to describe flow in application. This adjective characterizes something ethereal or delicately fine in texture or form – so much so
(pronounced dye-KAH-tah-mee)
This term with Greek origins has several meanings that all share one thing in common: a comparison of two parts. One way in which the word is used is to talk about a
(pronounced DIL-uh-tor-ee)
This adjective has to do with time and being late. On one hand it can be applied to something completely intentional (tending or intended to cause delay) and on the other, it can
(pronounced dihn)
Such a quiet, concise word to describe a large mass of discordant sounds or a very loud, on-going noise.
Example: Even if he didn’t suffer
(pronounced die-ah-RAH-ma OR die-ah-RAM-ma)
Think of the last natural history-type museum you visited. Most likely you saw a diorama. It’s like an oversized, highly detailed version of one of those shadow boxes you attempted
(pronounced DOH-sent)
A guide – usually a volunteer – who is trained to provide educational tours to visitors through an art gallery, museum, campus or noteworthy site. Docents communicate facts and stories, bringing the subject matter alive
(pronounced DAW-gehd)
Just like a canine companion will patiently persist in the pursuit of food or prey, someone who is dogged is stubbornly determined and tenaciously persevering in the pursuit of
(pronounced DAWHG-muh)
Though it’s a combination of some of the first words you learn to speak as a baby, the average child won’t have use for this word until later in
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