English to English Dictionary

Disseminate

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

Dissemination

The act of spreading something, especially information, widely.

Dissent

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

Dissenter

A person who disagrees with the majority opinion or official doctrine.

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.

Dissertation

A long essay or thesis involving personal research, written by a candidate for a university degree.

Disservice

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

Dissident

A person who opposes official policy, especially that of an authoritarian state.

Dissimilar

Not alike; different in nature or quality.

Dissipation

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

Dissociative

Relating to or characterized by dissociation, especially in psychological contexts.