8th Grade Vocabulary Words (Quiz on 12/7)

Deceptive (adjective) – giving an appearance or impression different from the true one; misleading

Decipher (verb) – convert (a text written in code, or a coded signal) into normal language; succeed in understanding, interpreting, or identifying (something)

Decree (noun/verb) – an official order issued by a legal authority

Deface (verb) – spoil the surface or appearance of (something); disfigure

Defect (noun) – a shortcoming, imperfection, or lack of something

Deplore (verb) – feel or express strong disapproval of something

Deploy (verb) – to move (troops or equipment) into position for military action

Desist (verb) – to abstain/hold back from

Desolate (adjective) – (of a place) deserted of people and in a state of bleak and dismal emptiness

Deter (verb) – discourage (someone) from doing something, typically by instilling doubt or fear of the consequences; to prevent the occurrence of

Dialect (noun) – a particular form of a language that is peculiar to a specific region or social group

Dire (adjective) – (of a situation or event) extremely serious or urgent

Discern (verb) – perceive or recognize something; distinguish (someone or something) with difficulty

Disdain (noun) – the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one’s consideration or respect; contempt

Disgruntled (adjective) – angry or dissatisfied

Dispatch (verb) – send off to a destination or for a purpose

Disposition (noun) – a person’s inherent qualities of mind and character; arrangement

Doctrine (noun) – a belief or set of beliefs held and taught by a religious group, political party, etc.

Dub (verb) – give an unofficial name or nickname to (someone or something)

Durable (adjective) – able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; long-lasting