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Discern
/dɪˈsɜːrn/ · verb
To perceive, recognize, or distinguish something subtle or not immediately obvious.
Discrepancy
/dɪˈskrɛpənsi/ · noun
A difference or inconsistency between two things that should agree, such as figures, accounts, or reports.
Disparage
/dɪˈspærɪdʒ/ · verb
To speak of or treat as unimportant or unworthy; to belittle.
Dissonance
/ˈdɪsənəns/ · noun
A lack of harmony; tension or clash between ideas, sounds, or feelings.
Efficacious
/ˌefɪˈkeɪʃəs/ · adjective
Successfully producing the intended result; effective in action.
Effusive
/ɪˈfjuːsɪv/ · adjective
Expressing feelings of gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained way.
Eloquence
/ˈeləkwəns/ · noun
Fluent, persuasive power in speaking or writing; graceful expression.
Eloquent
/ˈɛləkwənt/ · adjective
Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing; clearly expressing or indicating something.
Elucidate
/ɪˈluːsɪdeɪt/ · verb
To make something clear; to explain and clarify in detail.
Empathy
/ˈɛmpəθi/ · noun
The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person; the capacity to place oneself in another's position.
Empirical
/ɛmˈpɪrɪkəl/ · adjective
Based on observation, measurement, or experiment rather than theory, logic, or pure reasoning.
Emulate
/ˈɛmjuleɪt/ · verb
To match or surpass by imitation; to strive to equal or excel in a positive way.
Enigma
/ɪˈnɪɡmə/ · noun
A person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand.
Ephemeral
/ɪˈfɛm(ə)rəl/ · adjective
Lasting for a very short time; transitory or short-lived.
Epitome
/ɪˈpɪtəmi/ · noun
A person or thing that is a perfect example of a particular quality or type.
Equanimity
/ˌiːkwəˈnɪmɪti/ · noun
Mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in difficult situations.
Equivocal
/ɪˈkwɪvəkəl/ · adjective
Open to more than one interpretation; intentionally vague or ambiguous.
Erratic
/ɪˈrætɪk/ · adjective
Not even or regular in pattern or movement; unpredictable and inconsistent.
Erstwhile
/ˈɜːstwaɪl/ · adjective/adverb
Former; in the past (adjective); formerly (adverb, archaic or literary).
Esoteric
/ˌiːsəˈtɛrɪk/ · adjective
Intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with specialized knowledge.
Euphemism
/ˈjuːfɪmɪzəm/ · noun
A mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered harsh or blunt.