Word list from The National Curriculum in England.
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definite |
Is it definite that Jim is coming?
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definitely |
That cat is definitely sick.
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desperate |
I'm desperate for a long cold drink.
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determined |
I am determined to get full marks in my spelling test.
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determination |
Fuelled by determination, Hercules defeated the lion.
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develop |
A kitten will develop into a cat.
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developed |
Sharks have a highly developed sense of smell.
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dictionary |
Find the meaning of words in the dictionary.
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disaster |
A great disaster such as a war is a catastrophe.
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disastrous |
My first attempt at baking was disastrous.
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