By Rachel Mitchell Text Copyright 2018 by Rachel Mitchell

Deterioration [Noun] (the process of becoming progressively worse).
As she watched the deterioration of her parents' marriage, she prayed they would divorce soon.
There has been a serious deterioration of his mental condition. There is a deterioration in the relations between the two countries.
Decorative [Adjective] (intended to make something or someone look more attractive or pretty).
Many people in the art gallery have been attracted by decorative paintings. Decorative sculptures are often a part of Japanese-style landscapes.
Disappointment [Noun] (the feeling of frustration, sadness or displeasure).
The saddened father’s face was filled with disappointment when he found out his daughter had lied to him.
After Sarah didn't make the cheerleading team, she was filled with a feeling of disappointment.
LETTER E
To enjoy something to the fullest [Expression] (to enjoy something as much as possible).
My goal is to enjoy life to the fullest.
College is the time to enjoy yourself to the fullest!
End up [Expression] (to find oneself in a situation or place that was not planned or expected to be in).
After he killed his wife, he ended up in jail.
If we'd looked where we were going, we wouldn't have ended up in such a mess.
If he carries on shoplifting, he'll end up in jail.
Evocative [Adjective] (making you remember or imagine something pleasant).
His new book is wonderfully evocative of village life. The taste of the cakes was evocative of my childhood.
Extravagant [Adjective] (costing too much money than you can afford or is necessary).
The diamond necklace was far too extravagant for a simple dinner party. The house is well out of my price range because it is so extravagant.
Extraction [Noun] (the act or process of removing something, especially using effort or force).
The extraction of salt from the sea has been practised for many centuries.
The extraction of fossil fuels, such as oil, gas, and coal to satisfy increasing energy demands has serious environmental impacts.
Emulate [Verb] (try to imitate with effort to equal or surpass someone who
you admire).
The boy would emulate his father's morning routine, from reading the newspaper to sipping coffee.
She hopes to emulate her sister’s success as a dancer.
Exclude [Verb] (to prevent someone or something from taking part an activity or entering a place).
Tom is excluded from the list of people present at the party.
For many years, women were excluded from sports such as football and basketball.
Enlighten [Verb] (provide someone with information so that they understand a subject or situation better).
He enlightened me on this subject.
He holds a very enlightened attitude toward working women.