| A | B |
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| cynical | adj. inclined to distrust or deny the goodness or sincerity of human motive |
| decorum | n. conformity to accepted standards of conduct; proper behavior |
| demagogue | n. a leader who appeals to the emotions and prejudices of people |
| demure | adj. quiet and modest |
| deprecate | v. to express disapproval of; to depreciate one’s effort |
| destitute | adj. extremely poor; lacking necessities like food and shelter |
| diffident | adj. lacking in self-confidence; shy |
| dilemma | n. a difficult choice; especially a choice between two equally undesirable alternatives |
| dilettante | n. one who studies an art or science for mere amusement |
| disparity | n. inequality; difference |
