English to English Dictionary

Disrespect

A lack of respect or courtesy towards someone.

Disruption

The act of disrupting or the state of being disrupted; interruption.

Diss

To speak to or treat disrespectfully; to insult or criticize someone.

Dissatisfaction

The state of being dissatisfied; a feeling of discontent or unhappiness.

Dissection

The action of dissecting a body or plant to study its internal parts.

Disseminate

To spread or scatter widely, especially information, knowledge, or opinions so that they reach many people.

Dissent

The expression or holding of opinions at variance with those previously, commonly, or officially held.

Dissenting group

A collection of individuals who hold opinions, beliefs, or goals that differ significantly from those of a larger organization, political party, or society.

Dissenting opinion

A separate written legal opinion by one or more judges of a court which disagrees with the decision reached by the majority of the court.

Disservice

A harmful or ill-advised action done to someone, especially when intended as helpful or resulting from poor judgment.

Dissipation

The disappearance or scattering of something by degrees; the gradual loss or waste of energy, heat, or resources.

Dissolution

The formal closing or termination of a parliament, official assembly, or organization.