Words that Start with D in English

Here’s a comprehensive list of words that start with the letter D, each accompanied by a brief description.

Dabble

To take part in an activity in a casual or superficial way.

Dactyl

A metrical foot in poetry consisting of one stressed syllable followed by two unstressed syllables.

Dagger

A short, pointed weapon used for stabbing.

Dairy

A category of food products made from milk, such as cheese and yogurt.

Damage

Physical harm or injury caused to something.

Damp

Slightly wet or moist.

Dance

To move rhythmically to music, typically following a set sequence of steps.

Danger

The possibility of harm or injury.

Dangle

To hang or swing loosely.

Dapper

Neat and elegant in appearance.

Date

A fruit from the date palm, or a particular day in the calendar.

Deaf

Lacking the ability to hear.

Deal

An agreement or arrangement, often formal.

Dear

Loved or cherished, or a term used to address someone in a friendly manner.

Death

The end of life.

Debate

A formal discussion on a particular topic where opposing arguments are presented.

Decade

A period of ten years.

Decorate

To make something more attractive by adding ornamental items.

Decrease

To become smaller or less in amount or size.

Dedicate

To devote time, effort, or oneself to a particular task or purpose.

Defend

To protect from harm or attack.

Deficit

A deficiency or shortfall, especially in financial terms.

Definite

Clearly defined or determined.

Delight

A high degree of pleasure or enjoyment.

Deliver

To bring something to a particular place or person.

Demand

A request or need for something to be provided or done.

Demonstrate

To show clearly or explain through examples.

Deny

To declare something to be untrue or refuse to acknowledge.

Depart

To leave, especially to start a journey.

Depend

To rely on or need something or someone for support.

Deposit

To place or put something down, often money placed in a bank.

Describe

To give an account of something in words.

Desert

A barren, sandy area with little or no vegetation, or to abandon someone.

Design

To create or plan something with a specific purpose or intention.

Desire

A strong feeling of wanting something.

Detail

An individual feature or item that is part of a larger whole.

Detect

To discover or identify the presence of something.

Determine

To decide or conclude something after consideration.

Develop

To grow or improve over time.

Device

A piece of equipment or a tool designed for a specific purpose.

Dialogue

A conversation between two or more people.

Diary

A book used for recording personal thoughts or daily events.

Difference

A point or way in which things are not the same.

Diligent

Showing careful and persistent work or effort.

Dim

Not bright or clear; lacking in light.

Direct

To guide or manage something, or straightforward in manner.

Dirt

Loose soil or earth, or something unclean.

Disc

A flat, round object often used for storage or as a tool.

Discover

To find something previously unknown.

Discuss

To talk about something in detail.

Disease

A disorder or incorrect function of the body or mind.

Dismiss

To send away or remove from consideration.

Display

To show or exhibit something for others to see.

Distance

The amount of space between two points.

Distinct

Clearly different or separate from something else.

Distract

To divert attention away from something.

Document

A written or printed record that provides information.

Domestic

Relating to the home or household.

Doubt

A feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction.

Drastic

Extreme or severe in effect.

Dream

A series of thoughts, images, or emotions occurring during sleep.

Drift

To be carried slowly by a current or wind.

Drink

A liquid that can be consumed.

Drive

To operate a vehicle or propel something forward.

Dull

Lacking interest or excitement, or not sharp.