Portuguese to English Dictionary (Dicionário Português-Inglês)

Deontology

The ethical theory that emphasizes the importance of following moral rules or duties.

Deponent

A verb that is passive in form but active in meaning, typically found in certain languages such as Latin and Greek.

Deportation

The action of deporting a foreigner from a country.

Depose

To remove someone from a powerful position, especially a monarch or ruler, usually by force.

Depraver

A person who corrupts or leads others into immoral behavior.

Deprecation

The act of expressing disapproval or criticism.

Derision

The use of ridicule or mockery to show contempt.

Derivable

Capable of being derived or obtained from a particular source.

Derivative

Something that is based on another source; a product or result derived from a primary source.

Derogation

The act of derogating or the state of being derogated; a lessening of the value or importance of something.

Descension

The act of moving downwards, falling, or descending from a higher position or level.

Desecration

The act of violating the sacredness of something, often in a religious context.