By Rachel Mitchell Text Copyright 2018 by Rachel Mitchell

Disincentive [Noun] (something that makes someone less willing to do something (discourage people from doing something)).
A sudden fall in profits provided a further disincentive to new investors. High taxes are a disincentive to business.
Distinctive [Adjective] (having a quality that makes something different and easily noticed from others).
My teacher has a distinctive approach to teaching English. Unlike the other teachers, he does not teach any grammar.
Each of the performers is distinctive because of his or her unique appearance or affectation.
Deterrent: [Noun] (a thing that discourages someone from doing something (makes somebody less likely to do something).
Long prison sentences can be a very effective deterrent for offenders. Cameras are a major deterrent to crime.
Dependence on [Noun] (the state of needing something or someone all the time in order to survive or be successful).
A young baby has a great dependence on her parents.
Gradually his dependence on alcohol became obvious to everyone.
Due to [Expression] (because of; owing to; as a result of).
The war had an adverse impact on the environment, due to all the chemicals that were sprayed.
The cancelation was due to rain.
Durable [Adjective] (likely to last for a long time without becoming damaged).
The couple was searching for a durable car that would last years. These are the only tools that are durable enough for the job.
Discourage [Verb] (make somebody feel less confident, enthusiastic or less willing to do something).
He is never discouraged by difficulties.
She discouraged me from undertaking the work.
The bad weather discouraged people from attending the event.
Dispose of [Verb] (to throw away or get rid of something that you no longer want or need).
Dispose of these old newspapers.
I dispose of my trash in the garbage can.
Discerning [Adjective] (able to show good or outstanding judgment and understanding about the quality of something).
She had a discerning eye for color.
In order to be at the top of your field as a mechanic, you must be very discerning and not miss any details.
Decent [Adjective] (of a good or acceptable standard or quality).
With this much money, I could buy a very decent used car. Tom hasn't eaten a decent meal in a long time.
It's hard to find a decent restaurant in this town;