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v. corrupt; seduce from virtue


Spelling Word: debauch
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n. the act of hiding the truth, especially to get an advantage


Spelling Word: deception
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a. falling off as of leaves; falling off or shed at specific season or stage of growth


Spelling Word: deciduous
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n. downward slope, as of a hill


Spelling Word: declivity
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a. quick and skillful; neat in action or performance


Spelling Word: deft
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n. a person who appeals to people's prejudice; false leader of people


Spelling Word: demagogue
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n. an area with little or no vegetation; forsake; abandon


Spelling Word: desert
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n. feeling desire; eagerly wishing; eager to obtain


Spelling Word: desirous
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n. harm; damage; injury; something that causes damage, harm, or loss


Spelling Word: detriment
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n. a piece of music of a mournful character, to accompany funeral rites; funeral hymn


Spelling Word: dirge