Advanced English (2) • ADJECTIVES, ADVERBS • 'D'

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disputatious adjective C2 formal/disapproving • synonyms: argumentative, combative, contentious • disputatious person/style/debate; notoriously/highly/relentlessly disputatious • freq in AmE: 2/10 His disputatious nature made meetings exhausting but thorough. \| 2. She’s known for her disputatious style — sharp, relentless, and unapologetic. start learning		kłótliwy, skory do sporów, polemiczny inclined to argue or provoke debate; fond of verbal conflict or disagreement, often in a persistent or combative way Jego kłótliwa natura sprawiała, że spotkania były męczące, ale dogłębne. \| 2. Znana jest z polemicznego stylu — ostrego, nieustępliwego i bezkompromisowego.
dystopian adjective C1 • synonyms: bleak, oppressive, nightmarish • dystopian future/society/vision; dystopian fiction/themes/imagery; dystopian feel/setting • literary, philosophical, political tone • freq in AmE: 7/10 The film presents a dystopian future ruled by surveillance. \| 2. Dystopian novels often explore themes of control and resistance. start learning		dystopijny, antyutopijny, katastroficzny (w sensie społecznym lub politycznym) relating to or resembling a dystopia — an imagined society marked by oppression, suffering, or collapse; often used to describe bleak futures, authoritarian regimes, or dehumanizing systems Film przedstawia dystopijną przyszłość rządzoną przez inwigilację. \| 2. Powieści dystopijne często badają temat oporu wobec kontroli.
dicey adjective C2 informal • synonyms: risky, precarious, uncertain • dicey situation/decision/investment; get dicey; things turn dicey • dicey to attempt/enter/invest *• freq in AmE: 5/10 It’s a dicey investment, but it could pay off. start learning		ryzykowny, niepewny, śliski uncertain and potentially dangerous or problematic; involving risk or unpredictability, especially in informal or spoken contexts To ryzykowna inwestycja, ale może się opłacić.
distraught adjective C1 • synonyms: devastated, grief-stricken, inconsolable • be/look distraught over loss/tragedy • freq in AmE: 6/10 She was distraught after hearing the news. \| 2. He looked distraught, pacing and unable to speak. start learning		zrozpaczony, roztrzęsiony, strapiony deeply upset, agitated, or overwhelmed by grief, worry, or shock — often to the point of losing composure or clarity Była zrozpaczona po otrzymaniu tej wiadomości. \| 2. Wyglądał na roztrzęsionego — chodził w kółko i nie mógł mówić.
discerning adjective C1 • synonyms: perceptive, insightful, refined • discerning eye/mind/taste; discerning reader/audience • freq in AmE: 6/10 She’s a discerning reader who notices every nuance. \| 2. The brand appeals to discerning customers who value quality. start learning		bystry, przenikliwy, mający dobry gust able to perceive or judge things clearly and insightfully; showing refined taste, keen understanding, or sharp judgment — often in complex or subtle matters Jest bystrym czytelnikiem — wychwytuje każdy szczegół. \| 2. Marka trafia do klientów o wyrafinowanym guście.
defiant adjective C1 • synonyms: rebellious, resistant, unyielding • defiant attitude/gesture/speech; remain/sound/look defiant; boldly/fiercely defiant • freq in AmE: 6/10 The protesters remained defiant despite the threats. \| 2. She gave a defiant speech against the new policy. start learning		buntowniczy, wyzywający, niepokorny showing resistance, bold disobedience, or a refusal to submit — often in the face of authority, expectations, or pressure Mimo gróźb protestujący pozostali niepokorni. \| 2. Wygłosiła przemówienie, w którym sprzeciwiła się nowej polityce.
devout adjective C1 formal • synonyms: pious, faithful, dedicated • devout Catholic/Muslim; devout believer/supporter; remain devout; devout and humble/sincere/earnest • freq in AmE: 5/10 She’s a devout Catholic who attends mass daily. \| 2. He’s a devout believer in social justice. start learning		głęboko wierzący, oddany, pobożny deeply committed to a religion, belief, or cause; showing sincere devotion or earnestness in attitude or practice Jest głęboko wierzącą katoliczką i codziennie chodzi na mszę. \| 2. To oddany zwolennik sprawiedliwości społecznej.
despondent (about something) adjective C2 formal • synonyms: dejected, hopeless, disheartened • feel/become/grow despondent; despondent about something • deeply/utterly/increasingly despondent; despondent over/at something • freq in AmE: 4/10 He felt despondent about his future and couldn't imagine things getting better. \| 2. She became despondent after months of unsuccessful job searching. start learning		zrozpaczony (z powodu czegoś), przygnębiony, bez nadziei feeling very sad, without hope, and unable to see any possibility of improvement in a situation Czuł się bez nadziei co do swojej przyszłości i nie mógł sobie wyobrazić, że sprawy się poprawią. \| 2. Stała się zrozpaczona po miesiącach bezskutecznego poszukiwania pracy.
leave someone despondent collocation with despondent adjective C2 formal • synonyms: devastate, crush, dishearten • leave someone despondent after loss/rejection/silence • freq in AmE: 5/10 Years of unanswered letters left him despondent and withdrawn. start learning		pozostawić kogoś w stanie przygnębienia, rozpaczy, emocjonalnego wyczerpania to cause someone to feel deeply discouraged, hopeless, or emotionally defeated — often after loss, rejection, or prolonged struggle Lata milczenia doprowadziły go do emocjonalnego wycofania.
dismissive adjective C1 • synonyms: scornful, contemptuous, disdainful, indifferent, condescending • be dismissive of something/someone; a dismissive attitude/tone/gesture/look; be dismissive of ideas/concerns/people • freq in AmE: 6/10 She was very dismissive of my ideas. \| 2. He gave a dismissive wave and walked away. start learning		lekceważący, pogardliwy, okazujący brak szacunku lub zainteresowania showing that you do not think something or someone is important or worth considering; indicating a lack of respect or interest Ona bardzo lekceważąco odniosła się do moich pomysłów. \| 2. Machnął ręką lekceważąco i odszedł.
dismissive treatment collocation with dismissive adjective C1 • synonyms: disregard, belittlement, marginalization • dismissive treatment of ideas/people/concerns • freq in AmE: 4/10 His dismissive treatment of the staff created a toxic atmosphere. start learning		lekceważące traktowanie, pogardliwe podejście behavior or attitude that shows a lack of respect, interest, or seriousness toward someone or something; treating others as unworthy of attention, concern, or dignity Jego lekceważące traktowanie personelu stworzyło toksyczną atmosferę.
disparate adjective C1 formal • synonyms: distinct, divergent, incompatible • disparate ideas/systems/backgrounds; reconcile disparate elements; seemingly disparate but connected • freq in AmE: 4/10 The artist blends disparate styles into a cohesive visual language. \| 2. They come from disparate cultural backgrounds, yet share common values. start learning		odmienny, różny, nieprzystający fundamentally different in kind; so distinct that comparison is difficult or inappropriate Artysta łączy odmienne style w spójną wizualną narrację. \| 2. Pochodzą z różnych środowisk kulturowych, ale łączy ich wspólny system wartości.
divergent adjective C2 formal • synonyms: differing, distinct, contrasting, varying, conflicting • a divergent approach/attitude; divergent interests/opinions/views/thinking/interests • freq in AmE: 8/10 The two scientists have divergent views on climate change. \| 2. Their paths became increasingly divergent over the years. start learning		rozbieżny, odmienny, różny (np. poglądy, ścieżki, kierunki) developing or moving in different directions; differing from each other or from a common standard, often in opinion, character, or form Dwaj naukowcy mają rozbieżne poglądy na temat zmian klimatu. \| 2. Ich drogi z biegiem lat coraz bardziej się rozchodziły.
divergent information collocation with divergent adjective C2 formal • synonyms: conflicting data, inconsistent sources, contradictory findings • divergent information in reports/studies/media; deal with divergent information • freq in AmE: 5/10 The report contained divergent information from the official statement. start learning		rozbieżne informacje, sprzeczne dane, niejednolite źródła information that differs significantly in content, interpretation, or implication from other sources or perspectives; often leading to confusion, debate, or reassessment Raport zawierał rozbieżne informacje względem oficjalnego komunikatu.
disparaging adjective C1 formal • synonyms: belittling, scornful, demeaning • disparaging remarks/tone/comments/attitude/feedback; make/respond to disparaging statements • freq in AmE: 6/10 She was rather disparaging about her boss. start learning		lekceważący, pogardliwy, umniejszający expressing criticism, disrespect, or lack of value — often in a way that belittles or undermines someone or something Wyrażała się raczej lekceważąco o swoim szefie.
disparaging remarks / disparaging comments (about someone/something) collocation with disparaging adjective C1 formal • synonyms: insults, slurs, jabs • make/retract/respond to disparaging remarks; remarks about appearance/work/beliefs • freq in AmE: 6/10 He was criticized for making disparaging remarks about immigrants. \| 2. Disparaging remarks can damage reputations and deepen divisions. start learning		lekceważące uwagi, pogardliwe komentarze, umniejszające wypowiedzi critical or disrespectful comments that belittle, insult, or undermine someone or something — often delivered with contempt or dismissiveness Skrytykowano go za pogardliwe komentarze na temat imigrantów. \| 2. Takie wypowiedzi mogą niszczyć reputację i pogłębiać podziały.
detrimental (to someone) adjective C2 formal • synonyms: harmful, damaging, adverse • detrimental effect/impact/outcome; detrimental to health/development/performance; prove/become detrimental; environmentally/socially detrimental • freq in AmE: 6/10 Smoking is detrimental to your health. start learning		szkodliwy, niekorzystny, destrukcyjny (dla kogoś) causing harm, damage, or negative effects; having a harmful influence on something Palenie jest szkodliwe dla zdrowia.

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