Dictionary
Words starting with R
22 words
ramification
/ˌræm.ə.fəˈkeɪ.ʃən/A result or effect of a decision or action, often complex or far-reaching.
ratify
/ˈræt.ə.faɪ/To officially approve or confirm something so that it becomes valid or binding.
reciprocal
/rɪˈsɪpr.ə.kəl/A thing that is returned or exchanged; a mutual situation where actions or feelings are shared equally.
recur
/rɪˈkɜːr/To happen or appear again after a period of time or in a repeated way. This word is more formal than happen again and often describes events, problems, or ideas that return periodically, especially in academic or analytical contexts. It differs from similar words by focusing on patterned repetition over time rather than a single return.
redirect
/ˌriːdaɪˈrekt/To send or point something to a new or different destination or target.
redundant
/rɪˈdʌn.dənt/Something is redundant when it is not needed because it adds no new meaning — the idea is already covered. Removing it makes no difference.
refute
/rɪˈfjuːt/To prove that something is wrong or false with clear evidence.
regulate
/ˈrɛɡjʊleɪt/To control or manage something so that it works correctly or safely.
reinforce
/ˌriː.ɪnˈfɔːrs/To strengthen or support something so it is less likely to fail or be forgotten.
reiterate
/rɪˈtɪər.ə.ˌreɪt/To say or do something again, often to emphasize or make sure it is understood.
relinquish
/rɪˈlɪŋɡwɪʃ/To give up or let go of something such as a right, possession, or responsibility.
render
/ˈrɛn.də/To give or provide something, or to cause something to be delivered or presented.
replicate
/ˈrɛplɪkeɪt/To make something again that is exactly the same as the original.
repress
/rɪˈprɛs/To stop yourself from showing or acting on an emotion or desire.
resilient
/rɪˈzɪl.i.ənt/Able to recover quickly after something difficult or painful happens. A resilient person faces setbacks — like failure, loss, or stress — and finds a way to bounce back and keep going.
resonate
/ˈrɛzəneɪt/To evoke shared feelings or ideas; to strongly connect with someone.
restrict
/rɪˈstrɪkt/To control or limit something.
revere
/rɪˈvɪə/To feel deep respect or admiration for someone or something.
revolve
/rɪˈvɒlv/To move or cause to move in a circular path around a central point or axis; to center on something important or someone. (6 words)
rigorous
/ˈrɪɡ.ər.əs/Very thorough, strict, and demanding in standards or methods.
rizz
/rɪz/The natural ability to attract, charm, or impress others, especially in a romantic way. Someone with rizz seems effortlessly appealing without trying too hard.
robust
/rəʊˈbʌst/Strong, healthy, and full of energy. Used to describe a person or living thing that is in very good physical condition.