deride
to mock (verspotten)
derivative
sth derived; unoriginal
desiccate
to dry completely
desuetude
state of disuse (Ungebräuchlichkeit)
desultory
random; disconnected; rambling
deterrent
sth that discourages or hinders
detraction
the act of taking away; derogatory comment on a person’s character
diaphanous
transparent; fine-textured; insubstantial; vague
diatribe
bitter verbal attack
dichotomy
division into two usually contradictory parts