223 Adjectives Containing "D"
223 curated adjectives containing "D".
Below are 223 adjectives containing "D" in our curated English dictionary. Each entry includes a learner-friendly definition, IPA pronunciation, CEFR difficulty level, and example sentences. Words are sorted by frequency — the most common first. Click any word to view its full dictionary entry with synonyms, collocations, and common mistakes.
Most Common Adjectives Containing "D" (Top 1k)
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Bad /bæd/adj A1
Not good; having negative qualities or causing harm or unhappiness.
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Cold /koʊld/adj A1
When something has a low temperature and you feel chilly or uncomfortable.
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Done /dʌn/adj B1
finished with something, or cooked enough to eat; not needing more time or effort
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Dry /draɪ/adj A1
Not containing water or moisture; the opposite of wet.
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Good /ɡʊd/adj A1
Positive, of high quality, or satisfying expectations.
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Mad /mæd/adj A2
When you are mad, you feel angry. Use it with people or situations.
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Married /ˈmærɪd/adj A1
Having a spouse; in the official relationship of marriage with another person.
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Old /oʊld/adj A1
Having been alive or existing for a long time.
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Ready /ˈredi/adj A1
Prepared and able to do something; not needing more preparation.
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Red /ɹɛd/adj A1
The color between orange and purple, like blood or fire.
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Sad /sæd/adj A1
Feeling unhappy or upset about something that happened.
Less Common Adjectives Containing "D" (Top 5k+)
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Blind /blaɪnd/adj B1
not able to see because the eyes don't work properly.
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Broad /brɔːd/adj A2
Wide or covering a large area; not narrow.
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Daily /ˈdeɪli/adj A2
Something that happens or occurs every single day without stopping.
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Dark /dɑːrk/adj A1
Lacking light; not bright or having a deep color like black or brown.
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Dead /dɛd/adj A2
Not living; a person or animal that has stopped breathing and functioning.
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Dear /dɪr/adj A2
Someone or something that is very important and loved by you.
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Deep /diːp/adj A2
Going far down or extending a long way below the surface.
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Definite /ˈdɛfɪnɪt/adj B2
Something that is clear, certain, and well-defined with no doubt about it.
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Dirty /ˈdɜːrti/adj A1
Not clean; covered with something that makes it need washing.
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Doubtful /ˈdaʊtfəl/adj B2
Feeling unsure about something or thinking that something might not be true or will not happen.
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Draft /dræft/adj A2
A first rough version of something written, made before the final version.
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Everyday /ˈɛvriˌdeɪ/adj A2
Describes things you use frequently in normal life, nothing fancy or special.
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Glad /ɡlæd/adj A1
Feeling happy or pleased about something.
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Golden /ˈɡoʊldən/adj B1
Bright yellow like gold metal, or made from the precious metal gold.
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Hard /hɑːrd/adj A1
Something that is not soft and is difficult to break or change shape.
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High /haɪ/adj B1
In a state where drugs or alcohol have affected your mind and behavior; not in your normal condition.
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Ideal /aɪˈdɪəl/adj A2
The best or most perfect that something could be.
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Indefinite /ɪnˈdɛfɪnɪt/adj B2
Something that is unclear, uncertain, or does not have clear limits or an end date.
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Individual /ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəl/adj B2
Belonging to one person or thing alone, not part of a group.
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Kind /kaɪnd/adj A1
Nice and caring toward others; showing that you want to help people.
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Loud /laʊd/adj A1
Loud describes something that makes a lot of noise or sound. It is the opposite of quiet.
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Medical /ˈmɛdɪkəl/adj A2
Related to doctors and healthcare treatment.
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Proud /praʊd/adj A2
Feeling happy and satisfied about something you or someone achieved.
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Random /ˈrændəm/adj B1
Happening by chance, not planned or organized.
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Round /raʊnd/adj A1
Shaped in a circle or ball form with no sharp edges.
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Rude /ruːd/adj A2
Not showing respect or good manners.
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Solid /ˈsɒlɪd/adj A2
Something that is hard and keeps its shape.
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Third /θɜːrd/adj A1
The position that comes after number two in order.
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Used /ˈjuːzd/adj A1
Not brand new; owned by someone else before.
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Valid /ˈvælɪd/adj B1
True and acceptable as proof; supported by good reasons.
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Wide /waɪd/adj A1
Extending a long way from side to side; not narrow.
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Abundant /əˈbʌndənt/adj B2
Plenty of something; more than enough supply.
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Acquired /əˈkwaɪərd/adj B2
Something you got or learned through doing it repeatedly or working at it over time. Not something you were born with.
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Afraid /əˈfreɪd/adj A2
Feeling scared or worried about something.
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Belated /bɪˈleɪtɪd/adj B2
Late or delayed. Used for wishes, greetings, or apologies that come after the right moment.
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Blond /blɒnd/adj A1
Having light or golden colored hair.
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Blonde /blɒnd/adj A1
Having light or golden colored hair; feminine spelling in American English.
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Debatable /dɪˈbeɪtəbəl/adj B2
Able to be discussed or argued about because not everyone agrees.
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Deficient /dɪˈfɪʃ.ənt/adj B2
Not having enough of something needed; lacking in quality or quantity.
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Determined /dɪˈtɜːrmɪnd/adj B1
Having made up your mind completely. You will not change your decision or give up, even if it is difficult.
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Direct /dɪˈrɛkt/adj B1
Happening in a straight line without detours; also means honest and clear.
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Disinterested /dɪsˈɪntrəstɪd/adj B2
Fair and impartial; not taking sides because you have no personal advantage to gain.
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Distant /ˈdɪstənt/adj A2
Far away from where you are or when you are.
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Distinctive /dɪˈstɪŋktɪv/adj B2
Having a special quality that makes something clearly different and easy to recognize.
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Domestic /dəˈmɛstɪk/adj B1
About your home, family, or inside your own country.
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Downtown /ˌdaʊnˈtaʊn/adj B1
In or relating to the main central area of a city where businesses and shops are located.
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Evident /ˈɛvɪdənt/adj B2
Easy to see or understand; clear and obvious.
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Extraordinary /ɪkˈstrɔːrdəneri/adj B2
Something that is very unusual, unexpected, or impressively different from normal; not ordinary at all.
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Federal /ˈfɛdərəl/adj C1
Related to the central government of a country like the United States or Canada, where power is divided between the national government and individual states.
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Forward /ˈfɔːr.wərd/adj B1
Moving toward the front or ahead; making progress or progress-oriented.
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Friendly /ˈfrɛndli/adj A2
Kind and pleasant to other people; behaving in a warm and welcoming way.
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Fundamental /ˌfʌndəˈmɛntəl/adj B2
The most important and basic part of something that everything else depends on.
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Groundbreaking /ˈɡraʊndbɹeɪkɪŋ/adj C1
The first of its kind or the first to do something important and new. Breaking new ground by discovering or creating something that didn't exist before.
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Handsome /ˈhændsəm/adj A2
Looking very good or beautiful, usually referring to men or their appearance.
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Hereditary /həˈredəteri/adj C1
Traits or characteristics you get from your parents' genes, like eye color or certain talents. Your children might inherit them from you too.
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Homemade /ˌhoʊmˈmeɪd/adj A2
Food or products made in your own home, not made in a factory or bought ready-made from a store.
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Idle /ˈaɪdəl/adj B1
Idle in past tense or suspended state
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Isolated /ˈaɪsəleɪtɪd/adj B2
Alone or separate. Cut off from others or not connected.
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Localized /ˈloʊkəlaɪzd/adj B2
Limited to one specific area. Not spreading to other places.
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Mediocre /ˌmediˈoʊkər/adj B2
Neither good nor bad; just ordinary or acceptable, nothing special.
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Minute /maɪˈnjuːt/adj B2
Very tiny or detailed.
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Modern /ˈmɑdərn/adj A2
Recent; new; using current methods, styles, or technology.
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Modest /ˈmɑdɪst/adj B1
Not proud about one's abilities; or small and simple, not fancy or expensive.
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Ordinary /ˈɔːrdəneri/adj A2
Usual or everyday; nothing unusual or special about it.
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Outdoor /ˈaʊtdɔːr/adj A2
Outside. Not inside a house or building. Happening in nature or fresh air.
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Overdue /ˌoʊvərˈduː/adj B1
Late; expected to arrive or be finished by now but has not happened yet.
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Paradoxical /ˌpærəˈdɒksɪkəl/adj B2
Something that looks wrong or impossible but might actually be true.
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Pending /ˈpɛndɪŋ/adj B2
Waiting to be decided or finished; not completed yet.
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Preceding /prɪˈsiːdɪŋ/adj B2
Coming right before something in time or sequence; the one just before.
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Predominant /prɪˈdɒmɪnənt/adj B2
The strongest or most important thing among many similar things.
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Profound /prəˈfaʊnd/adj B2
Very deep or serious; showing deep understanding or having strong effect.
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Protracted /prəˈtræktɪd/adj B2
Long and drawn-out. Something that takes much longer than it should or you wish it would.
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Rapid /ˈræpɪd/adj B1
Very fast, done in a short time.
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Sacred /ˈseɪkrɪd/adj B2
Something that is holy, important, or special that should be treated with great respect.
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Second /ˈsek.ənd/adj A1
Coming after the first; the next one in order.
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Secret /ˈsiː.krɪt/adj A2
Something that is hidden and not known by many people.
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Sporadic /spəˈrædɪk/adj B2
Happening sometimes but not regularly or predictably; scattered or scattered through time.
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Steady /ˈstɛdi/adj B1
Stable and not changing; moving smoothly without shaking.
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Stupid /ˈstjuːpɪd/adj A2
Not smart or showing poor decision-making.
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Trending /ˈtrendɪŋ/adj B2
Something that is popular right now and many people are talking about or using it.
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Undisputed /ˌʌndɪˈspjuːtɪd/adj B2
Something that everyone agrees with and nobody argues against.
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Uninterested /ˌʌnˈɪntrəstɪd/adj B1
When you are uninterested, you do not care about something and have no desire to pay attention to it.
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United /juːˈnaɪtɪd/adj A2
When people or groups work as one team toward the same aim.
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Unprecedented /ʌnˈprɛsɪdɛntɪd/adj B2
Something that has never happened before in history or experience; completely new.
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Widespread /ˈwaɪdˌsprɛd/adj B2
Something that exists or happens in many places or involves many people.
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Adamant /ˈædəmənt/adj C1
Completely unwilling to change your mind or agree with someone else, no matter what they say. Very firm and determined.
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Adequate /ˈædɪkwət/adj B2
Good enough for what you need. Not great, but it does the job.
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Adverse /ˈædvɜːrs/adj C1
Something that is bad, harmful, or negative. It works against you or causes problems. The opposite of favorable.
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Antiquated /ænˈtɪkweɪtɪd/adj C1
Something so old and outdated that it doesn't work well with modern systems or practices anymore. Really old-fashioned.
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Arduous /ˈɑːrdjuəs/adj C1
Very difficult and tiring; requires a lot of hard work, determination, and effort to complete.
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Astounding /əˈstaʊndɪŋ/adj C1
So impressive and surprising that it makes you feel amazed and impressed. Used for achievements or discoveries that are unexpectedly great.
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Backward /ˈbækwərd/adj B1
Directed toward the back or behind you. Moving in the opposite direction from where you were going.
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Biodegradable /ˌbaɪ.oʊ.dɪˈɡreɪ.də.bəl/adj B2
Something that can be broken down naturally by bacteria and living organisms without causing harm to the environment. Biodegradable materials turn back into natural materials over time.
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Boundless /ˈbaʊndləs/adj C1
Having no limits or edges; endless and infinite. When something seems to go on forever without stopping or being contained.
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Complicated /ˈkɒmpləkeɪtɪd/adj B1
Hard to understand or deal with because there are many connected pieces or steps involved.
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Condescending /ˌkɒndɪˈsendɪŋ/adj C1
Speaking or acting in a way that shows you think someone is less smart or worthy than you.
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Conducive /kənˈdjuːsɪv/adj C1
Something that helps create the right conditions for something to happen. It makes something likely or possible.
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Contrived /kənˈtraɪvd/adj C1
Something that seems fake, planned, or made on purpose rather naturally.
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Cordial /ˈkɔːrdʒəl/adj C1
A relationship or greeting that is sincere, warm, and shows genuine care between two people.
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Creditworthy /ˈkrɛdɪtˌwɜrði/adj C1
Someone who is trusted to pay back money because they have a good history of paying their debts.
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Cutting-edge /ˈkʌtɪŋˌɛdʒ/adj C1
The newest, most advanced, and most modern version of something. Using the latest technology or techniques available right now.
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Dangerous /ˈdeɪndʒərəs/adj A1
Something that can hurt you or cause harm.
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Daunting /ˈdɔːntɪŋ/adj C1
Something so difficult or frightening that it makes you lose confidence. It seems too hard to face.
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Deductible /dɪˈdʌktɪbəl/adj C1
Something that can be subtracted from your income to reduce your taxes. A qualifying expense that the government allows you to deduct.
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Delinquent /dɪˈlɪŋkwənt/adj C1
When someone owes money and hasn't paid it by the due date. They're behind on their payments.
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Derivative /dɪˈrɪvətɪv/adj B2
Based on or copied from something else; not the original or unique creation.
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Despondent /dɪˈspɒndənt/adj C1
Feeling hopeless and discouraged; believing that a situation will not improve.
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Detrimental /ˌdetrɪˈmentəl/adj C1
Something that causes harm or makes a situation worse. It has a bad effect on something.
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Diametrical /daɪəˈmetrɪkəl/adj C2
Completely opposite in every way. If two things are diametrical, they are at opposite ends of a scale with nothing in between.
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Different /ˈdɪfərənt/adj A1
Not alike or not the same as something else.
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Difficult /ˈdɪfɪkəlt/adj A1
Needing a lot of effort; not easy to do.
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Discerning /dɪˈsɜːrnɪŋ/adj C1
Able to make good judgments about what is high quality or important. Has keen judgment and taste.
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Discrete /dɪˈskriːt/adj C1
Separate and individual. Each thing is clearly different from the others, not blended together.
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Disposable /dɪˈspoʊ.zə.bəl/adj B1
Something made to be used once and then thrown away. Disposable items are convenient but create more waste and harm the environment.
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Divergent /daɪˈvɜːrdʒənt/adj C1
When things go in different directions away from each other, or when ideas/opinions are very different from each other. The opposite of converging.
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Diverse /daɪˈvɜːrs/adj B2
Having many different kinds or types. Things that are not the same but mix together. Very different variety.
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Divisive /dɪˈvɪsɪv/adj C1
Something that makes people disagree or splits them into different sides. It separates people instead of bringing them together.
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Dogged /ˈdɔːɡɪd/adj C1
Very persistent and determined. You keep going and do not give up, even when things are very difficult. Like a dog that won't let go.
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Doleful /ˈdoʊlfəl/adj C1
Full of sadness and gloom; expressing or showing that something is mournful or sorrowful.
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Dubious /ˈdjuːbiəs/adj C1
Something uncertain about or do not trust to be true.
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Elated /ɪˈleɪtɪd/adj C1
Very happy and proud because something good happened or you achieved something.
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Elderly /ˈɛl.dɚ.li/adj B1
Elderly means old or advanced in age. It's a respectful word for describing older people. You use 'elderly' when talking about people in their senior years, often 65 or older.
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Endangered /ɪnˈdeɪn.dʒɚd/adj B1
At risk of disappearing or being killed; in a dangerous situation.
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Fastidious /fæˈstɪdiəs/adj C1
Someone who is fastidious dislikes mess or disorder and wants everything perfectly clean and arranged; sometimes seen as overly fussy.
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Formidable /ˈfɔːmɪdəbl/adj C1
Something so impressive, powerful, or dangerous that it makes you feel afraid or respect it a lot. A serious challenge or threat.
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Forward-looking /ˈfɔrwərd ˈlʊkɪŋ/adj C1
Ready to accept new ideas and think about what comes next. Not stuck in the past or traditional ways of doing things.
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Forward-thinking /ˈfɔːrwərd ˈθɪŋkɪŋ/adj C1
Thinking ahead about what might happen in the future and planning for it. Not stuck in the past; willing to embrace new ideas and change.
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Hexadecimal /ˌheksəˈdesɪməl/adj B2
A way of writing numbers using 16 symbols instead of 10, used in computers and programming.
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Idiosyncratic /ˌɪdiəsɪŋˈkrætɪk/adj C1
A unique or particular habit, behavior, or way of doing things that belongs to one person or group.
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Immediate /ɪˈmiːdiət/adj B1
Something that happens right now or needs to be done without waiting.
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Inadvertent /ˌɪnədˈvɜːrtənt/adj C1
Something that happens by accident, not on purpose. You didn't mean for it to happen.
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Incredible /ɪnˈkrɛdəbəl/adj B1
So amazing or surprising that it seems almost impossible to believe.
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Independent /ˌɪndɪˈpɛndənt/adj B1
Free from the control or influence of others; capable of managing things by yourself.
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Indifferent /ɪnˈdɪfərənt/adj B2
Not caring about something; not interested or concerned. You don't think it matters much either way.
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Indispensable /ˌɪndɪˈspensəbl/adj C1
Something that you cannot do without. It is absolutely necessary and essential. You need it.
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Indomitable /ɪnˈdɒmɪtəbl/adj C2
Someone or something that cannot be defeated or stopped, no matter how hard things get. They never give up.
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Industrial /ɪnˈdʌstriəl/adj B1
Connected with factories, machinery, and the production of goods rather than farming or services.
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Intimidating /ɪnˈtɪmɪdeɪtɪŋ/adj B2
Something or someone that makes you feel scared or unsure of yourself. It seems threatening or powerful.
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Jaded /ˈdʒeɪdɪd/adj C1
Tired or bored from doing something too much; no longer interested
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Jagged /ˈdʒægɪd/adj B2
With sharp, rough points and uneven edges
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Judicious /dʒuːˈdɪʃəs/adj C1
Careful and wise in making decisions
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Kindred /ˈkɪndred/adj C1
Related to family; or sharing the same interests and feelings
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Lucid /ˈluːsɪd/adj C1
Easy to understand because it is clear and logically well-organized without confusing language.
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Modern-day /ˈmɒdən deɪ/adj B2
From or belonging to our current time period. Like how things are now, not in the old days.
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Multifaceted /ˌmʌltiˈfæsɪtɪd/adj C1
Something with many different parts, sides, or ways of looking at it. Not simple or one-dimensional.
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Mundane /mʌnˈdeɪn/adj C1
Ordinary, common, or dull; not special or interesting.
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Nuanced /ˈnjuːɑːnst/adj C1
Having many small, subtle differences that show careful thinking. Not simple or black-and-white, but complex with many layers.
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Orthodox /ˈɔːrθədɒks/adj C1
Following the traditional or standard way that most people accept. Not new or different.
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Outmoded /ˌaʊtˈmoʊdɪd/adj C1
Gone out of fashion or style. Nobody uses or likes this way of doing things anymore. It's been replaced by something newer.
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Outstanding /aʊtˈstændɪŋ/adj B2
Very good or impressive. Or something that has not been finished or paid.
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Overdrawn /ˌoʊvərˈdrɔːn/adj B2
When your bank account has a negative balance because you took out more money than you had.
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Pedantic /pəˈdæntɪk/adj C1
Someone who is pedantic cares too much about small rules or technical points and often corrects others unnecessarily or uses complicated language.
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Present-day /ˈprezənt deɪ/adj B2
Of the present time; now or nowadays. What exists or happens today.
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Prudent /ˈpruːdənt/adj C1
Someone who thinks carefully before acting and makes wise choices. They don't take foolish risks.
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Retrograde /ˈretrəɡreɪd/adj C2
Moving backward through space or time. Or getting worse and returning to an earlier, less advanced condition.
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Shrewd /ʃruːd/adj C1
Smart and good at judging situations accurately. Someone who sees things clearly and makes wise, practical decisions.
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So-called /ˌsoʊˈkɔːld/adj C1
Used when you doubt or question what something is called; it shows you think the name is not really correct or appropriate.
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Steadfast /ˈstedfɑːst/adj C1
Something or someone that is very solid and doesn't move or change. It shows strong loyalty and firm belief that doesn't waver.
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Straightforward /ˌstreɪtˈfɔːrwərd/adj B2
Easy to understand or do; simple and clear. Also means honest and direct without hiding anything.
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Substandard /ˌsʌbˈstændərd/adj C1
Not good enough compared to what is expected or required. It does not meet the necessary standard.
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Traditional /trəˈdɪʃənəl/adj B1
Done or made in the way that people have done it for many years.
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Tremendous /trəˈmɛndəs/adj B1
Extremely big or very good; amazing in size or quality.
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Trendy /ˈtrendɪ/adj B2
Very fashionable right now. Popular and stylish at this moment. Following the newest styles, ideas, or ways of doing things.
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Underlying /ˌʌndərˈlaɪɪŋ/adj C1
Hidden or basic things that are beneath the surface. The real reason or cause that isn't obvious at first. Fundamental but not shown directly.
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Unequalled /ʌnˈiːkwəld/adj C2
Better or greater than anything or anyone else; having no one or nothing that can match it or compare to it.
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Unorthodox /ˌʌnˈɔːrθədɒks/adj C1
Different from the normal or standard way. Not following traditional beliefs or methods.
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Unparalleled /ˌʌnpəˈræləld/adj C1
Something that is the best of its kind because nothing else is as good. Nothing compares to it.
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Unrivalled /ʌnˈraɪvəld/adj C2
The best of its kind; no one or nothing can compare to it. It's superior to everything else.
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Unsurpassed /ˌʌnsərˈpæst/adj C2
Better or greater than anything else. Nothing has gone beyond it or beaten it.
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Unyielding /ʌnˈjiːldɪŋ/adj C1
Refusing to bend or change. Staying completely firm and strong when pressured. Not willing to compromise or adapt.
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Abductive /æbˈdʌktɪv/adj C2
Related to reasoning that infers the best or most likely explanation for observed facts or evidence.
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Admonitory /ədˈmɒnɪtɔːri/adj C2
Giving or expressing a warning, reprimand, or careful advice to prevent someone from making a mistake.
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Assiduous /əˈsɪdʒuəs/adj C2
Diligent and sustained concentration
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Audacious /ɔːˈdeɪʃəs/adj C2
Describing someone who is very daring and brave, willing to take big risks; or someone who is boldly disrespectful.
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Avant-garde /ˌɑːvɑːntˈɡɑːrd/adj C1
Art or ideas that are ahead of their time. Very new, experimental, and breaking traditional rules. Often shocking or hard to understand at first.
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Candid /ˈkæn.dɪd/adj C2
Speaking or acting in a completely honest way without hiding the truth or trying to manipulate; frank and direct.
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Deductive /dɪˈdʌktɪv/adj C2
Related to logical reasoning that moves from general rules to specific conclusions that must follow necessarily.
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Deferential /ˌdef.əˈren.ʃəl/adj C2
Showing respect and willingness to defer to someone else's judgment or authority; being respectfully submissive.
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Defiant /dɪˈfaɪənt/adj C2
Openly challenging or resisting authority; showing bold, aggressive refusal to obey or comply.
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Deplorable /dɪˈplɔːrəbəl/adj C2
Deserving of strong condemnation
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Desultory /ˈdesəltərɪ/adj C2
Random lack of direction or purpose
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Didactic /daɪˈdæktɪk/adj C2
Intended to teach a lesson or moral, especially in literature, art, or speech that instructs.
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Diligent /ˈdɪlɪdʒənt/adj C2
Working very carefully, persistently, and thoroughly without becoming distracted or careless.
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Discordant /dɪsˈkɔːrdənt/adj C2
Clashing and disagreeable; either in sound or in meaning/viewpoint; not in harmony or agreement.
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Disingenuous /dɪs.ɪnˈdʒɛn.ju.əs/adj C2
Pretending to be honest or innocent while actually being deceptive; saying one thing while hiding what you really think or know.
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Dispassionate /dɪsˈpæʃənət/adj C2
Absence of emotional involvement
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Duplicitous /duːˈplɪs.ɪ.təs/adj C2
Being dishonest and two-faced; pretending to support something while secretly working against it; betraying trust.
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Erudite /ˈeruːdaɪt/adj C2
Having or showing great learning across many academic subjects, especially in scholarly contexts.
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Impudent /ˈɪm.pjə.dənt/adj C2
Being disrespectfully bold or rude; not showing proper respect; shamelessly bold in a way that is offensive.
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Indefatigable /ˌɪndɪˈfætɪɡəbl/adj C2
Never getting tired or giving up, no matter how hard or long the work is. Always keeping strong energy and effort.
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Indescribable /ˌɪndɪˈskraɪbəbəl/adj C2
So unusual or extreme that it cannot be properly described in words; beyond what description can capture.
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Indignant /ɪnˈdɪɡnənt/adj C2
Angry and offended by something unfair or disrespectful; feeling that an injustice has occurred.
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Indisputable /ˌɪndɪˈspjuːtəbəl/adj C2
So clear and obvious that it cannot be questioned or disagreed with by anyone.
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Indolent /ˈɪndələnt/adj C2
Fundamental reluctance to effort
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Inductive /ɪnˈdʌktɪv/adj C2
Related to logical reasoning that moves from specific examples to general conclusions or principles.
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Intrepid /ɪnˈtrepɪd/adj C2
Describing someone who is fearless and brave, willing to face danger or difficult situations with courage.
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Languid /ˈlæŋɡwɪd/adj C2
Moving slowly and with very little energy; relaxed in a way that suggests tiredness.
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Laudatory /ˈlɔːdətɔːri/adj C2
Giving or expressing strong praise and approval; highly complimentary.
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Limpid /ˈlɪmpɪd/adj C2
Clear and transparent like pure water; or clear and easy to understand without confusion.
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Maudlin /ˈmɔːdlɪn/adj C2
Weak and sentimental emotionality
How to Use Adjectives Containing "D"
Adjectives containing "D" let you describe nouns with precision. Use comparative forms ("-er than" or "more …") when comparing two things, and superlative forms ("the …-est" or "the most …") when ranking three or more. Short adjectives usually take "-er/-est"; longer ones use "more/most". Several adjectives in this list are also gradable — modify them with "very", "quite", or "extremely" to fine-tune meaning.
Longest Adjective Containing "D"
Thinking ahead about what might happen in the future and planning for it. Not stuck in the past; willing to embrace new ideas and change.
Frequently Asked Questions About Adjectives Containing "D"
- How many adjectives containing "D"?
- Our curated dictionary lists 223 adjectives containing "D", each with a definition, IPA, CEFR level, and example sentences. The list grows as new entries are reviewed.
- What are the most common adjectives containing "D"?
- Some of the most frequent adjectives containing "D" include BAD, COLD, DONE, DRY, GOOD. These appear in everyday English and are useful for both beginners (A1-A2) and intermediate learners.
- What is adjective?
- An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun, telling us about its qualities, quantity, or condition. Adjectives usually appear before the noun or after a linking verb.
- What is the longest adjective containing "D"?
- The longest adjective containing "D" in our dictionary is "FORWARD-THINKING" (16 letters). Tap the word to see its full entry.