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GRE Barrons - R

words that begin with the letter R along with some other words.
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  1. rabid
    marked by excessive enthusiasm for a cause or idea
    rabble mob; noisy crowd rabid of or suffering rabies; like a fanatic; extremely zealous; furious; CF. rabies: hydrophobia rabies disease passed on by the bite of an infected animal (causing madness and death) raconteur story-teller; one who tells stories with wit and skill raffle lottery; V: award as a prize in a raffle; Ex. raffle off a new car rag scrap of cloth; ADJ. ragged: old and torn; seeming unfinished and imperfect; Ex. ragged debut/performance ragamuffin dirty child in torn clothes; pe
  2. hydrophobia
    a morbid fear of water
    rabble mob; noisy crowd rabid of or suffering rabies; like a fanatic; extremely zealous; furious; CF. rabies: hydrophobia rabies disease passed on by the bite of an infected animal (causing madness and death) raconteur story-teller; one who tells stories with wit and skill raffle lottery; V: award as a prize in a raffle; Ex. raffle off a new car rag scrap of cloth; ADJ. ragged: old and torn; seeming unfinished and imperfect; Ex. ragged debut/performance ragamuffin dirty child in torn clothes; pe
  3. raconteur
    a person skilled in telling anecdotes
    rabble mob; noisy crowd rabid of or suffering rabies; like a fanatic; extremely zealous; furious; CF. rabies: hydrophobia rabies disease passed on by the bite of an infected animal (causing madness and death) raconteur story-teller; one who tells stories with wit and skill raffle lottery; V: award as a prize in a raffle; Ex. raffle off a new car rag scrap of cloth; ADJ. ragged: old and torn; seeming unfinished and imperfect; Ex. ragged debut/performance ragamuffin dirty child in torn clothes; pe
  4. debut
    the act of beginning something new
    rabble mob; noisy crowd rabid of or suffering rabies; like a fanatic; extremely zealous; furious; CF. rabies: hydrophobia rabies disease passed on by the bite of an infected animal (causing madness and death) raconteur story-teller; one who tells stories with wit and skill raffle lottery; V: award as a prize in a raffle; Ex. raffle off a new car rag scrap of cloth; ADJ. ragged: old and torn; seeming unfinished and imperfect; Ex. ragged debut/performance ragamuffin dirty child in torn clothes; pe
  5. ragamuffin
    a dirty shabbily clothed urchin
    rabble mob; noisy crowd rabid of or suffering rabies; like a fanatic; extremely zealous; furious; CF. rabies: hydrophobia rabies disease passed on by the bite of an infected animal (causing madness and death) raconteur story-teller; one who tells stories with wit and skill raffle lottery; V: award as a prize in a raffle; Ex. raffle off a new car rag scrap of cloth; ADJ. ragged: old and torn; seeming unfinished and imperfect; Ex. ragged debut/performance ragamuffin dirty child in torn clothes; pe
  6. rant
    talk at length in a noisy, excited, or angry manner
    rabble mob; noisy crowd rabid of or suffering rabies; like a fanatic; extremely zealous; furious; CF. rabies: hydrophobia rabies disease passed on by the bite of an infected animal (causing madness and death) raconteur story-teller; one who tells stories with wit and skill raffle lottery; V: award as a prize in a raffle; Ex. raffle off a new car rag scrap of cloth; ADJ. ragged: old and torn; seeming unfinished and imperfect; Ex. ragged debut/performance ragamuffin dirty child in torn clothes; pe
  7. raiment
    especially fine or decorative clothing
    rabble mob; noisy crowd rabid of or suffering rabies; like a fanatic; extremely zealous; furious; CF. rabies: hydrophobia rabies disease passed on by the bite of an infected animal (causing madness and death) raconteur story-teller; one who tells stories with wit and skill raffle lottery; V: award as a prize in a raffle; Ex. raffle off a new car rag scrap of cloth; ADJ. ragged: old and torn; seeming unfinished and imperfect; Ex. ragged debut/performance ragamuffin dirty child in torn clothes; pe
  8. dissolute
    unrestrained by convention or morality
    I have no raiment fit to wear. rake immoral or dissolute person rakish jaunty; stylish; sporty; morally corrupt; dissolute; Ex.
  9. jaunty
    having a cheerful, lively, and self-confident air
    I have no raiment fit to wear. rake immoral or dissolute person rakish jaunty; stylish; sporty; morally corrupt; dissolute; Ex.
  10. rally
    gather or bring together
    He wore his hat at a rakish and jaunty angle. rally come or bring together; call up or summon (forces, vital powers, etc.); revive or recuperate (after illness or difficulty); N: act of rallying; mass gathering ram male sheep; V. strike or drive against with a heavy impact ramble wander aimlessly (physically or mentally); digress ramification branching out; subdivision; one branch of a system; one of the results following from an action or decision; Ex. ramifications of a business/the decision r
  11. revive
    cause to regain consciousness
    He wore his hat at a rakish and jaunty angle. rally come or bring together; call up or summon (forces, vital powers, etc.); revive or recuperate (after illness or difficulty); N: act of rallying; mass gathering ram male sheep; V. strike or drive against with a heavy impact ramble wander aimlessly (physically or mentally); digress ramification branching out; subdivision; one branch of a system; one of the results following from an action or decision; Ex. ramifications of a business/the decision r
  12. recuperate
    restore to good health or strength
    He wore his hat at a rakish and jaunty angle. rally come or bring together; call up or summon (forces, vital powers, etc.); revive or recuperate (after illness or difficulty); N: act of rallying; mass gathering ram male sheep; V. strike or drive against with a heavy impact ramble wander aimlessly (physically or mentally); digress ramification branching out; subdivision; one branch of a system; one of the results following from an action or decision; Ex. ramifications of a business/the decision r
  13. ramble
    move about aimlessly or without any destination
    He wore his hat at a rakish and jaunty angle. rally come or bring together; call up or summon (forces, vital powers, etc.); revive or recuperate (after illness or difficulty); N: act of rallying; mass gathering ram male sheep; V. strike or drive against with a heavy impact ramble wander aimlessly (physically or mentally); digress ramification branching out; subdivision; one branch of a system; one of the results following from an action or decision; Ex. ramifications of a business/the decision r
  14. ramification
    a consequence, especially one that causes complications
    He wore his hat at a rakish and jaunty angle. rally come or bring together; call up or summon (forces, vital powers, etc.); revive or recuperate (after illness or difficulty); N: act of rallying; mass gathering ram male sheep; V. strike or drive against with a heavy impact ramble wander aimlessly (physically or mentally); digress ramification branching out; subdivision; one branch of a system; one of the results following from an action or decision; Ex. ramifications of a business/the decision r
  15. ramify
    have or develop complicating consequences
    He wore his hat at a rakish and jaunty angle. rally come or bring together; call up or summon (forces, vital powers, etc.); revive or recuperate (after illness or difficulty); N: act of rallying; mass gathering ram male sheep; V. strike or drive against with a heavy impact ramble wander aimlessly (physically or mentally); digress ramification branching out; subdivision; one branch of a system; one of the results following from an action or decision; Ex. ramifications of a business/the decision r
  16. rampant
    occurring or increasing in an unrestrained way
    He wore his hat at a rakish and jaunty angle. rally come or bring together; call up or summon (forces, vital powers, etc.); revive or recuperate (after illness or difficulty); N: act of rallying; mass gathering ram male sheep; V. strike or drive against with a heavy impact ramble wander aimlessly (physically or mentally); digress ramification branching out; subdivision; one branch of a system; one of the results following from an action or decision; Ex. ramifications of a business/the decision r
  17. profusion
    the property of being extremely abundant
    He wore his hat at a rakish and jaunty angle. rally come or bring together; call up or summon (forces, vital powers, etc.); revive or recuperate (after illness or difficulty); N: act of rallying; mass gathering ram male sheep; V. strike or drive against with a heavy impact ramble wander aimlessly (physically or mentally); digress ramification branching out; subdivision; one branch of a system; one of the results following from an action or decision; Ex. ramifications of a business/the decision r
  18. rampart
    an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes
    He wore his hat at a rakish and jaunty angle. rally come or bring together; call up or summon (forces, vital powers, etc.); revive or recuperate (after illness or difficulty); N: act of rallying; mass gathering ram male sheep; V. strike or drive against with a heavy impact ramble wander aimlessly (physically or mentally); digress ramification branching out; subdivision; one branch of a system; one of the results following from an action or decision; Ex. ramifications of a business/the decision r
  19. ramshackle
    in poor or broken-down condition
    He wore his hat at a rakish and jaunty angle. rally come or bring together; call up or summon (forces, vital powers, etc.); revive or recuperate (after illness or difficulty); N: act of rallying; mass gathering ram male sheep; V. strike or drive against with a heavy impact ramble wander aimlessly (physically or mentally); digress ramification branching out; subdivision; one branch of a system; one of the results following from an action or decision; Ex. ramifications of a business/the decision r
  20. rickety
    inclined to shake as from weakness or defect
    He wore his hat at a rakish and jaunty angle. rally come or bring together; call up or summon (forces, vital powers, etc.); revive or recuperate (after illness or difficulty); N: act of rallying; mass gathering ram male sheep; V. strike or drive against with a heavy impact ramble wander aimlessly (physically or mentally); digress ramification branching out; subdivision; one branch of a system; one of the results following from an action or decision; Ex. ramifications of a business/the decision r
  21. rancor
    a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will
    He wore his hat at a rakish and jaunty angle. rally come or bring together; call up or summon (forces, vital powers, etc.); revive or recuperate (after illness or difficulty); N: act of rallying; mass gathering ram male sheep; V. strike or drive against with a heavy impact ramble wander aimlessly (physically or mentally); digress ramification branching out; subdivision; one branch of a system; one of the results following from an action or decision; Ex. ramifications of a business/the decision r
  22. rancorous
    showing deep-seated resentment
    He wore his hat at a rakish and jaunty angle. rally come or bring together; call up or summon (forces, vital powers, etc.); revive or recuperate (after illness or difficulty); N: act of rallying; mass gathering ram male sheep; V. strike or drive against with a heavy impact ramble wander aimlessly (physically or mentally); digress ramification branching out; subdivision; one branch of a system; one of the results following from an action or decision; Ex. ramifications of a business/the decision r
  23. random
    lacking any definite plan or order or purpose
    He wore his hat at a rakish and jaunty angle. rally come or bring together; call up or summon (forces, vital powers, etc.); revive or recuperate (after illness or difficulty); N: act of rallying; mass gathering ram male sheep; V. strike or drive against with a heavy impact ramble wander aimlessly (physically or mentally); digress ramification branching out; subdivision; one branch of a system; one of the results following from an action or decision; Ex. ramifications of a business/the decision r
  24. haphazard
    dependent upon or characterized by chance
    He wore his hat at a rakish and jaunty angle. rally come or bring together; call up or summon (forces, vital powers, etc.); revive or recuperate (after illness or difficulty); N: act of rallying; mass gathering ram male sheep; V. strike or drive against with a heavy impact ramble wander aimlessly (physically or mentally); digress ramification branching out; subdivision; one branch of a system; one of the results following from an action or decision; Ex. ramifications of a business/the decision r
  25. rankle
    make resentful or angry
    He wore his hat at a rakish and jaunty angle. rally come or bring together; call up or summon (forces, vital powers, etc.); revive or recuperate (after illness or difficulty); N: act of rallying; mass gathering ram male sheep; V. strike or drive against with a heavy impact ramble wander aimlessly (physically or mentally); digress ramification branching out; subdivision; one branch of a system; one of the results following from an action or decision; Ex. ramifications of a business/the decision r
  26. ransack
    search thoroughly
    He wore his hat at a rakish and jaunty angle. rally come or bring together; call up or summon (forces, vital powers, etc.); revive or recuperate (after illness or difficulty); N: act of rallying; mass gathering ram male sheep; V. strike or drive against with a heavy impact ramble wander aimlessly (physically or mentally); digress ramification branching out; subdivision; one branch of a system; one of the results following from an action or decision; Ex. ramifications of a business/the decision r
  27. rave
    talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner
    Enemy soldiers ransacked the town. rant speak violently or excitedly; rave; talk excitedly showing anger; scold; make a grandiloquent speech; Ex.
  28. grandiloquent
    lofty in style
    Enemy soldiers ransacked the town. rant speak violently or excitedly; rave; talk excitedly showing anger; scold; make a grandiloquent speech; Ex.
  29. rapacious
    living by preying on other animals
    The priest ranted about the devil. rapacious voracious; ravenous; taking everything one can; excessively grasping; plundering; subsisting on live prey; Ex. rapacious birds rapport close relationship; emotional closeness; harmony rapt engrossed; absorbed; enchanted; Ex. rapt listener rapture great joy and delight; ecstasy; ADJ. rapturous rare (of air) thin in density; rarefied; Ex. rare air of the mountains rarefied made less dense (of a gas); V. rarefy: make less dense; N. rarefaction rasp (of a
  30. voracious
    devouring or craving food in great quantities
    The priest ranted about the devil. rapacious voracious; ravenous; taking everything one can; excessively grasping; plundering; subsisting on live prey; Ex. rapacious birds rapport close relationship; emotional closeness; harmony rapt engrossed; absorbed; enchanted; Ex. rapt listener rapture great joy and delight; ecstasy; ADJ. rapturous rare (of air) thin in density; rarefied; Ex. rare air of the mountains rarefied made less dense (of a gas); V. rarefy: make less dense; N. rarefaction rasp (of a
  31. ravenous
    extremely hungry
    The priest ranted about the devil. rapacious voracious; ravenous; taking everything one can; excessively grasping; plundering; subsisting on live prey; Ex. rapacious birds rapport close relationship; emotional closeness; harmony rapt engrossed; absorbed; enchanted; Ex. rapt listener rapture great joy and delight; ecstasy; ADJ. rapturous rare (of air) thin in density; rarefied; Ex. rare air of the mountains rarefied made less dense (of a gas); V. rarefy: make less dense; N. rarefaction rasp (of a
  32. plunder
    steal goods; take as spoils
    The priest ranted about the devil. rapacious voracious; ravenous; taking everything one can; excessively grasping; plundering; subsisting on live prey; Ex. rapacious birds rapport close relationship; emotional closeness; harmony rapt engrossed; absorbed; enchanted; Ex. rapt listener rapture great joy and delight; ecstasy; ADJ. rapturous rare (of air) thin in density; rarefied; Ex. rare air of the mountains rarefied made less dense (of a gas); V. rarefy: make less dense; N. rarefaction rasp (of a
  33. subsist
    support oneself
    The priest ranted about the devil. rapacious voracious; ravenous; taking everything one can; excessively grasping; plundering; subsisting on live prey; Ex. rapacious birds rapport close relationship; emotional closeness; harmony rapt engrossed; absorbed; enchanted; Ex. rapt listener rapture great joy and delight; ecstasy; ADJ. rapturous rare (of air) thin in density; rarefied; Ex. rare air of the mountains rarefied made less dense (of a gas); V. rarefy: make less dense; N. rarefaction rasp (of a
  34. prey
    animal hunted or caught for food
    The priest ranted about the devil. rapacious voracious; ravenous; taking everything one can; excessively grasping; plundering; subsisting on live prey; Ex. rapacious birds rapport close relationship; emotional closeness; harmony rapt engrossed; absorbed; enchanted; Ex. rapt listener rapture great joy and delight; ecstasy; ADJ. rapturous rare (of air) thin in density; rarefied; Ex. rare air of the mountains rarefied made less dense (of a gas); V. rarefy: make less dense; N. rarefaction rasp (of a
  35. rapport
    a relationship of mutual understanding between people
    The priest ranted about the devil. rapacious voracious; ravenous; taking everything one can; excessively grasping; plundering; subsisting on live prey; Ex. rapacious birds rapport close relationship; emotional closeness; harmony rapt engrossed; absorbed; enchanted; Ex. rapt listener rapture great joy and delight; ecstasy; ADJ. rapturous rare (of air) thin in density; rarefied; Ex. rare air of the mountains rarefied made less dense (of a gas); V. rarefy: make less dense; N. rarefaction rasp (of a
  36. rapt
    feeling great delight and interest
    The priest ranted about the devil. rapacious voracious; ravenous; taking everything one can; excessively grasping; plundering; subsisting on live prey; Ex. rapacious birds rapport close relationship; emotional closeness; harmony rapt engrossed; absorbed; enchanted; Ex. rapt listener rapture great joy and delight; ecstasy; ADJ. rapturous rare (of air) thin in density; rarefied; Ex. rare air of the mountains rarefied made less dense (of a gas); V. rarefy: make less dense; N. rarefaction rasp (of a
  37. engrossed
    giving or marked by complete attention to
    The priest ranted about the devil. rapacious voracious; ravenous; taking everything one can; excessively grasping; plundering; subsisting on live prey; Ex. rapacious birds rapport close relationship; emotional closeness; harmony rapt engrossed; absorbed; enchanted; Ex. rapt listener rapture great joy and delight; ecstasy; ADJ. rapturous rare (of air) thin in density; rarefied; Ex. rare air of the mountains rarefied made less dense (of a gas); V. rarefy: make less dense; N. rarefaction rasp (of a
  38. enchanted
    influenced as by charms or incantations
    The priest ranted about the devil. rapacious voracious; ravenous; taking everything one can; excessively grasping; plundering; subsisting on live prey; Ex. rapacious birds rapport close relationship; emotional closeness; harmony rapt engrossed; absorbed; enchanted; Ex. rapt listener rapture great joy and delight; ecstasy; ADJ. rapturous rare (of air) thin in density; rarefied; Ex. rare air of the mountains rarefied made less dense (of a gas); V. rarefy: make less dense; N. rarefaction rasp (of a
  39. rapture
    a state of being carried away by overwhelming emotion
    The priest ranted about the devil. rapacious voracious; ravenous; taking everything one can; excessively grasping; plundering; subsisting on live prey; Ex. rapacious birds rapport close relationship; emotional closeness; harmony rapt engrossed; absorbed; enchanted; Ex. rapt listener rapture great joy and delight; ecstasy; ADJ. rapturous rare (of air) thin in density; rarefied; Ex. rare air of the mountains rarefied made less dense (of a gas); V. rarefy: make less dense; N. rarefaction rasp (of a
  40. rapturous
    feeling great delight
    The priest ranted about the devil. rapacious voracious; ravenous; taking everything one can; excessively grasping; plundering; subsisting on live prey; Ex. rapacious birds rapport close relationship; emotional closeness; harmony rapt engrossed; absorbed; enchanted; Ex. rapt listener rapture great joy and delight; ecstasy; ADJ. rapturous rare (of air) thin in density; rarefied; Ex. rare air of the mountains rarefied made less dense (of a gas); V. rarefy: make less dense; N. rarefaction rasp (of a
  41. rarefied
    of high moral or intellectual value
    The priest ranted about the devil. rapacious voracious; ravenous; taking everything one can; excessively grasping; plundering; subsisting on live prey; Ex. rapacious birds rapport close relationship; emotional closeness; harmony rapt engrossed; absorbed; enchanted; Ex. rapt listener rapture great joy and delight; ecstasy; ADJ. rapturous rare (of air) thin in density; rarefied; Ex. rare air of the mountains rarefied made less dense (of a gas); V. rarefy: make less dense; N. rarefaction rasp (of a
  42. rarefaction
    a decrease in the density of something
    The priest ranted about the devil. rapacious voracious; ravenous; taking everything one can; excessively grasping; plundering; subsisting on live prey; Ex. rapacious birds rapport close relationship; emotional closeness; harmony rapt engrossed; absorbed; enchanted; Ex. rapt listener rapture great joy and delight; ecstasy; ADJ. rapturous rare (of air) thin in density; rarefied; Ex. rare air of the mountains rarefied made less dense (of a gas); V. rarefy: make less dense; N. rarefaction rasp (of a
  43. grate
    reduce to shreds by rubbing against a perforated surface
    The priest ranted about the devil. rapacious voracious; ravenous; taking everything one can; excessively grasping; plundering; subsisting on live prey; Ex. rapacious birds rapport close relationship; emotional closeness; harmony rapt engrossed; absorbed; enchanted; Ex. rapt listener rapture great joy and delight; ecstasy; ADJ. rapturous rare (of air) thin in density; rarefied; Ex. rare air of the mountains rarefied made less dense (of a gas); V. rarefy: make less dense; N. rarefaction rasp (of a
  44. raspy
    unpleasantly harsh or grating in sound
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  45. ratify
    approve and express assent, responsibility, or obligation
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  46. premises
    land and the buildings on it
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  47. rational
    consistent with or based on or using reason
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  48. rationale
    an explanation of the fundamental reasons
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  49. rationalize
    employ logic or reason
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  50. rationalization
    the process of making something seem consistent with reason
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  51. raucous
    unpleasantly loud and harsh
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  52. boisterous
    marked by exuberance and high spirits
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  53. ravage
    cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  54. despoil
    plunder or steal goods
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  55. ravel
    disentangle or separate out
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  56. unravel
    become or cause to become undone by separating the fibers of
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  57. ravine
    a deep narrow steep-sided valley
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  58. gorge
    a deep ravine, usually with a river running through it
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  59. raze
    tear down so as to make flat with the ground
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  60. reactionary
    extremely conservative or resistant to change
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  61. radical
    far beyond the norm
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  62. realm
    a domain in which something is dominant
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  63. reaper
    someone who helps to gather the harvest
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  64. reap
    get or derive
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  65. rebate
    a refund of some fraction of the amount paid
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  66. rebuff
    a deliberate discourteous act
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  67. reject
    refuse to accept or acknowledge
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  68. snub
    refuse to acknowledge
    The cat's tongue rasped my hand. raspy making a harsh noise; grating; harsh ratify approve formally; confirm; verify ratiocination reasoning; act of drawing conclusions from premises; V. ratiocinate: reason logically ration fixed portion; V: distribute as rations rational (of a person) having reason; (of ideas) based on reason; logical rationale fundamental reason or principle (on which a system or principle is based); fundamental reason or justification; grounds for an action rationalize make r
  69. rebuke
    an act or expression of criticism and censure
    She rebuffed his invitation; N. rebuke scold harshly; criticize severely rebus representation of words in the form of pictures or symbols; puzzle in which pictures or letters stand for words; Ex.
  70. rebus
    a puzzle consisting of pictures representing words
    She rebuffed his invitation; N. rebuke scold harshly; criticize severely rebus representation of words in the form of pictures or symbols; puzzle in which pictures or letters stand for words; Ex.
  71. representation
    standing in for someone and speaking on their behalf
    She rebuffed his invitation; N. rebuke scold harshly; criticize severely rebus representation of words in the form of pictures or symbols; puzzle in which pictures or letters stand for words; Ex.
  72. rebuttal
    the speech act of refuting by offering a contrary argument
    ``R U 18'' is a rebus for ``Are you 18''. rebuttal refutation; response with contrary evidence; V. rebut: refute; disprove recalcitrant disobedient or resisting authority even after being punished; obstinately stubborn; determined to resist authority; unruly; Ex. recalcitrant child recant disclaim or disavow; retract a previous statement; openly confess error; Ex. recant one's faith/a statement recapitulate summarize recast reconstruct (a sentence, story, statue, etc.); fashion again receptive q
  73. refutation
    the act of determining that something is false
    ``R U 18'' is a rebus for ``Are you 18''. rebuttal refutation; response with contrary evidence; V. rebut: refute; disprove recalcitrant disobedient or resisting authority even after being punished; obstinately stubborn; determined to resist authority; unruly; Ex. recalcitrant child recant disclaim or disavow; retract a previous statement; openly confess error; Ex. recant one's faith/a statement recapitulate summarize recast reconstruct (a sentence, story, statue, etc.); fashion again receptive q
  74. response
    the speech act of continuing a conversational exchange
    ``R U 18'' is a rebus for ``Are you 18''. rebuttal refutation; response with contrary evidence; V. rebut: refute; disprove recalcitrant disobedient or resisting authority even after being punished; obstinately stubborn; determined to resist authority; unruly; Ex. recalcitrant child recant disclaim or disavow; retract a previous statement; openly confess error; Ex. recant one's faith/a statement recapitulate summarize recast reconstruct (a sentence, story, statue, etc.); fashion again receptive q
  75. rebut
    overthrow by argument, evidence, or proof
    ``R U 18'' is a rebus for ``Are you 18''. rebuttal refutation; response with contrary evidence; V. rebut: refute; disprove recalcitrant disobedient or resisting authority even after being punished; obstinately stubborn; determined to resist authority; unruly; Ex. recalcitrant child recant disclaim or disavow; retract a previous statement; openly confess error; Ex. recant one's faith/a statement recapitulate summarize recast reconstruct (a sentence, story, statue, etc.); fashion again receptive q
  76. refute
    overthrow by argument, evidence, or proof
    ``R U 18'' is a rebus for ``Are you 18''. rebuttal refutation; response with contrary evidence; V. rebut: refute; disprove recalcitrant disobedient or resisting authority even after being punished; obstinately stubborn; determined to resist authority; unruly; Ex. recalcitrant child recant disclaim or disavow; retract a previous statement; openly confess error; Ex. recant one's faith/a statement recapitulate summarize recast reconstruct (a sentence, story, statue, etc.); fashion again receptive q
  77. recalcitrant
    stubbornly resistant to authority or control
    ``R U 18'' is a rebus for ``Are you 18''. rebuttal refutation; response with contrary evidence; V. rebut: refute; disprove recalcitrant disobedient or resisting authority even after being punished; obstinately stubborn; determined to resist authority; unruly; Ex. recalcitrant child recant disclaim or disavow; retract a previous statement; openly confess error; Ex. recant one's faith/a statement recapitulate summarize recast reconstruct (a sentence, story, statue, etc.); fashion again receptive q
  78. recant
    formally reject or disavow a formerly held belief
    ``R U 18'' is a rebus for ``Are you 18''. rebuttal refutation; response with contrary evidence; V. rebut: refute; disprove recalcitrant disobedient or resisting authority even after being punished; obstinately stubborn; determined to resist authority; unruly; Ex. recalcitrant child recant disclaim or disavow; retract a previous statement; openly confess error; Ex. recant one's faith/a statement recapitulate summarize recast reconstruct (a sentence, story, statue, etc.); fashion again receptive q
  79. retract
    formally reject or disavow
    ``R U 18'' is a rebus for ``Are you 18''. rebuttal refutation; response with contrary evidence; V. rebut: refute; disprove recalcitrant disobedient or resisting authority even after being punished; obstinately stubborn; determined to resist authority; unruly; Ex. recalcitrant child recant disclaim or disavow; retract a previous statement; openly confess error; Ex. recant one's faith/a statement recapitulate summarize recast reconstruct (a sentence, story, statue, etc.); fashion again receptive q
  80. recapitulate
    summarize briefly
    ``R U 18'' is a rebus for ``Are you 18''. rebuttal refutation; response with contrary evidence; V. rebut: refute; disprove recalcitrant disobedient or resisting authority even after being punished; obstinately stubborn; determined to resist authority; unruly; Ex. recalcitrant child recant disclaim or disavow; retract a previous statement; openly confess error; Ex. recant one's faith/a statement recapitulate summarize recast reconstruct (a sentence, story, statue, etc.); fashion again receptive q
  81. recess
    a state when work or action are paused
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  82. cessation
    a stopping
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  83. alcove
    a small recess opening off a large room or garden
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  84. retreat
    the act of withdrawing or going backward
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  85. recidivism
    habitual relapse into crime
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  86. reciprocate
    act, feel, or give mutually or in return
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  87. recite
    repeat aloud from memory
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  88. reckon
    expect, believe, or suppose
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  89. recluse
    one who lives in solitude
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  90. reclusive
    withdrawn from society; seeking solitude
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  91. reconcile
    come to terms
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  92. recondite
    difficult to understand
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  93. abstruse
    difficult to understand
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  94. profound
    situated at or extending to great depth
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  95. reconnaissance
    the act of scouting, especially to gain information
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  96. reconnoiter
    explore, often with a goal of finding something or somebody
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  97. recount
    narrate or give a detailed account of
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  98. recourse
    act of turning to for assistance
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  99. resort
    have recourse to
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  100. recrimination
    mutual accusations
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  101. rectify
    make right or correct
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  102. rectitude
    righteousness as a consequence of being honorable and honest
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  103. recumbent
    lying down; in a position of comfort or rest
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  104. recover
    regain or make up for
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  105. recurrent
    happening again and again
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  106. redolent
    having a strong pleasant odor
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  107. odorous
    having a characteristic aroma
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  108. redress
    make reparations or amends for
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  109. remedy
    a medicine or therapy that cures disease or relieves pain
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  110. rubble
    the remains of something that has been destroyed
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  111. redundant
    more than is needed, desired, or required
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  112. superfluous
    more than is needed, desired, or required
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  113. refectory
    a communal dining-hall, usually in a monastery
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  114. referendum
    a legislative act referred for approval to a popular vote
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  115. refraction
    the change in direction of a propagating wave
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  116. refractory
    stubbornly resistant to authority or control
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  117. refrain
    resist doing something
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  118. abstain
    refrain from doing, consuming, or partaking in something
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  119. refulgent
    radiating or as if radiating light
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  120. effulgent
    radiating or as if radiating light
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  121. refurbish
    improve the appearance or functionality of
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  122. renovate
    restore to a previous or better condition
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  123. regal
    belonging to or befitting a supreme ruler
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  124. monarch
    a nation's ruler usually by hereditary right
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  125. regale
    occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  126. regatta
    a series of boat races
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  127. regeneration
    the act of forming again; renewing and reconstituting
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  128. regenerate
    reestablish on a new, usually improved, basis
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  129. regent
    someone who rules during the absence of the monarch
    Ex. receptive to the proposal recess pause; temporary cessation; alcove; secret inner place; Ex. parliament in recess; V. CF. recessive recession withdrawal; retreat; time of low economic activity recidivism habitual return to crime (even after being punished); N. recidivist recipient receiver reciprocal mutual; given and received in return; exchangeable; interacting; Ex. reciprocal trade agreement reciprocate do or give something in return; repay in kind; give or take mutually; interchange; mov
  130. regicide
    the act of killing a king
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  131. regimen
    a systematic plan for therapy
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  132. regiment
    army unit smaller than a division
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  133. rehabilitate
    restore someone to a good state of health or reputation
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  134. reimburse
    pay back for some expense incurred
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  135. reinstate
    bring back into original existence, function, or position
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  136. reiterate
    say, state, or perform again
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  137. rejoinder
    a quick reply to a question or remark
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  138. retort
    a quick reply to a question or remark
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  139. rejuvenate
    make younger or more youthful
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  140. relapse
    deteriorate in health
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  141. relegate
    assign to a lower position
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  142. delegate
    a person appointed or elected to represent others
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  143. relent
    give in, as to influence or pressure
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  144. relentless
    never-ceasing
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  145. relevant
    having a bearing on or connection with the subject at issue
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  146. relevance
    the relation of something to the matter at hand
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  147. relic
    an antiquity that has survived from the distant past
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  148. remnant
    a small part remaining after the main part no longer exists
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  149. memento
    a reminder of past events
    Ex. the Prince regent regicide murder of a king or queen regime method of system or government regimen prescribed course of diet or exercise; prescribed diet and habits; Ex. daily regimen of a dancer regiment military unit; V: subject to strict order; Ex. regimented society rehabilitate restore to proper condition (health or useful life); restore the former rank of reimburse repay; pay back reinstate restore to a previous condition or position reiterate repeat rejoinder reply; retort; comeback;
  150. relinquish
    turn away from; give up
    His relics are buried at X. religious of religion; (of a person) pious; having reverence for a deity relinquish give up something (with reluctance); yield; release; Ex. relinquish power/the claim to the land/his hold on my arm relish enjoy; savor; N: enjoyment; zest remediable reparable reminiscence recollection; V. reminisce: recollect the past reminiscent suggestive of something (in the past); of reminiscence remiss negligent; careless about a duty remission temporary moderation (of disease sy
  151. relish
    vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment
    His relics are buried at X. religious of religion; (of a person) pious; having reverence for a deity relinquish give up something (with reluctance); yield; release; Ex. relinquish power/the claim to the land/his hold on my arm relish enjoy; savor; N: enjoyment; zest remediable reparable reminiscence recollection; V. reminisce: recollect the past reminiscent suggestive of something (in the past); of reminiscence remiss negligent; careless about a duty remission temporary moderation (of disease sy
  152. zest
    a tart spicy quality
    His relics are buried at X. religious of religion; (of a person) pious; having reverence for a deity relinquish give up something (with reluctance); yield; release; Ex. relinquish power/the claim to the land/his hold on my arm relish enjoy; savor; N: enjoyment; zest remediable reparable reminiscence recollection; V. reminisce: recollect the past reminiscent suggestive of something (in the past); of reminiscence remiss negligent; careless about a duty remission temporary moderation (of disease sy
  153. remediable
    capable of being corrected or redressed
    His relics are buried at X. religious of religion; (of a person) pious; having reverence for a deity relinquish give up something (with reluctance); yield; release; Ex. relinquish power/the claim to the land/his hold on my arm relish enjoy; savor; N: enjoyment; zest remediable reparable reminiscence recollection; V. reminisce: recollect the past reminiscent suggestive of something (in the past); of reminiscence remiss negligent; careless about a duty remission temporary moderation (of disease sy
  154. reparable
    capable of being rectified
    His relics are buried at X. religious of religion; (of a person) pious; having reverence for a deity relinquish give up something (with reluctance); yield; release; Ex. relinquish power/the claim to the land/his hold on my arm relish enjoy; savor; N: enjoyment; zest remediable reparable reminiscence recollection; V. reminisce: recollect the past reminiscent suggestive of something (in the past); of reminiscence remiss negligent; careless about a duty remission temporary moderation (of disease sy
  155. reminiscence
    a mental impression retained and recalled from the past
    His relics are buried at X. religious of religion; (of a person) pious; having reverence for a deity relinquish give up something (with reluctance); yield; release; Ex. relinquish power/the claim to the land/his hold on my arm relish enjoy; savor; N: enjoyment; zest remediable reparable reminiscence recollection; V. reminisce: recollect the past reminiscent suggestive of something (in the past); of reminiscence remiss negligent; careless about a duty remission temporary moderation (of disease sy
  156. recollection
    the process of remembering
    His relics are buried at X. religious of religion; (of a person) pious; having reverence for a deity relinquish give up something (with reluctance); yield; release; Ex. relinquish power/the claim to the land/his hold on my arm relish enjoy; savor; N: enjoyment; zest remediable reparable reminiscence recollection; V. reminisce: recollect the past reminiscent suggestive of something (in the past); of reminiscence remiss negligent; careless about a duty remission temporary moderation (of disease sy
  157. reminisce
    recall the past
    His relics are buried at X. religious of religion; (of a person) pious; having reverence for a deity relinquish give up something (with reluctance); yield; release; Ex. relinquish power/the claim to the land/his hold on my arm relish enjoy; savor; N: enjoyment; zest remediable reparable reminiscence recollection; V. reminisce: recollect the past reminiscent suggestive of something (in the past); of reminiscence remiss negligent; careless about a duty remission temporary moderation (of disease sy
  158. reminiscent
    serving to bring to mind
    His relics are buried at X. religious of religion; (of a person) pious; having reverence for a deity relinquish give up something (with reluctance); yield; release; Ex. relinquish power/the claim to the land/his hold on my arm relish enjoy; savor; N: enjoyment; zest remediable reparable reminiscence recollection; V. reminisce: recollect the past reminiscent suggestive of something (in the past); of reminiscence remiss negligent; careless about a duty remission temporary moderation (of disease sy
  159. remiss
    failing in what duty requires
    His relics are buried at X. religious of religion; (of a person) pious; having reverence for a deity relinquish give up something (with reluctance); yield; release; Ex. relinquish power/the claim to the land/his hold on my arm relish enjoy; savor; N: enjoyment; zest remediable reparable reminiscence recollection; V. reminisce: recollect the past reminiscent suggestive of something (in the past); of reminiscence remiss negligent; careless about a duty remission temporary moderation (of disease sy
  160. negligent
    characterized by undue lack of attention or concern
    His relics are buried at X. religious of religion; (of a person) pious; having reverence for a deity relinquish give up something (with reluctance); yield; release; Ex. relinquish power/the claim to the land/his hold on my arm relish enjoy; savor; N: enjoyment; zest remediable reparable reminiscence recollection; V. reminisce: recollect the past reminiscent suggestive of something (in the past); of reminiscence remiss negligent; careless about a duty remission temporary moderation (of disease sy
  161. remit
    send in payment
    His relics are buried at X. religious of religion; (of a person) pious; having reverence for a deity relinquish give up something (with reluctance); yield; release; Ex. relinquish power/the claim to the land/his hold on my arm relish enjoy; savor; N: enjoyment; zest remediable reparable reminiscence recollection; V. reminisce: recollect the past reminiscent suggestive of something (in the past); of reminiscence remiss negligent; careless about a duty remission temporary moderation (of disease sy
  162. remittance
    a payment of money sent to a person in another place
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  163. remainder
    something left after other parts have been taken away
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  164. remonstrate
    argue in protest or opposition
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  165. remorse
    a feeling of deep regret, usually for some misdeed
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  166. regret
    feel sorry for; be contrite about
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  167. reproach
    express criticism towards
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  168. remunerative
    for which money is paid
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  169. remunerate
    make payment to; compensate
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  170. rend
    tear or be torn violently
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  171. rent
    a payment or series of payments made by a lessee to an owner
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  172. render
    give or supply
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  173. rendition
    a performance of a musical composition or a dramatic role
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  174. rendering
    a performance of a musical composition or a dramatic role
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  175. renegade
    someone who rebels and becomes an outlaw
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  176. renege
    fail to fulfill a promise or obligation
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  177. renounce
    turn away from; give up
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  178. repudiate
    refuse to acknowledge, ratify, or recognize as valid
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  179. renunciation
    the act of sacrificing or giving up or surrendering
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  180. reparation
    something done or paid in expiation of a wrong
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  181. repartee
    adroitness and cleverness in reply
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  182. repast
    the food served and eaten at one time
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  183. banquet
    a ceremonial dinner party for many people
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  184. repeal
    cancel officially
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  185. revoke
    cancel officially
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  186. annul
    cancel officially
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  187. repulsion
    the act of successfully defending against an attack
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  188. repellent
    serving or tending to cause aversion
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  189. repulsive
    offensive to the mind or senses
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  190. repercussion
    a remote or indirect consequence of some action
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  191. repertoire
    the range of skills in a particular field or occupation
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  192. repine
    express discontent
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  193. replenish
    fill something that had previously been emptied
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  194. replete
    filled to satisfaction with food or drink
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  195. brim
    the top edge of a vessel or other container
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  196. replica
    copy that is not the original
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  197. replicate
    reproduce or make an exact copy of
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  198. reproduce
    make a copy or equivalent of
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  199. repository
    a facility where things can be deposited for safekeeping
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  200. reprehensible
    bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  201. repress
    conceal or hide
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  202. restrain
    hold back
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  203. repressed
    characterized by the suppression of impulses or emotions
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  204. rebellion
    organized opposition to authority
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  205. reprieve
    postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  206. reprimand
    an act or expression of criticism and censure
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  207. reprove
    reprimand, scold, or express dissatisfaction with
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  208. reprisal
    a retaliatory action against an enemy
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  209. retaliation
    action taken in return for an injury or offense
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  210. reprise
    a repetition of a short musical passage
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  211. reprobation
    severe disapproval
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  212. approbation
    official acceptance or agreement
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  213. censure
    harsh criticism or disapproval
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  214. reproof
    an act or expression of criticism and censure
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  215. repugnance
    intense aversion
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  216. repugnant
    offensive to the mind
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  217. reputable
    held in high esteem and honor
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  218. reputation
    the general estimation that the public has for a person
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  219. repute
    the state of being held in high esteem and honor
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  220. requiem
    a song or hymn of mourning as a memorial to a dead person
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  221. dirge
    a song or hymn of mourning as a memorial to a dead person
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  222. requisite
    necessary for relief or supply
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  223. requirement
    necessary activity
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  224. requisition
    an authoritative demand
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  225. requite
    make repayment for or return something
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  226. revenge
    action taken in return for an injury or offense
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  227. rescind
    cancel officially
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  228. resentment
    a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  229. indignation
    a feeling of righteous anger
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  230. resent
    feel bitter or indignant about
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  231. reserve
    hold back or set aside, especially for future use
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  232. restraint
    the act of controlling by holding someone or something back
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  233. reticence
    the trait of being uncommunicative
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  234. reserved
    set aside for the use of a particular person or party
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  235. residual
    relating to or indicating a remainder
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  236. residue
    matter that remains after something has been removed
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  237. acquiescent
    willing to carry out the orders or wishes of another
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  238. resilient
    recovering readily from adversity, depression, or the like
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  239. resolution
    a decision to do something or to behave in a certain manner
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  240. resolute
    firm in purpose or belief
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  241. resonant
    characterized by a loud deep sound
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  242. resonance
    the characteristic of having a loud deep sound
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  243. respiration
    a single complete act of breathing in and out
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  244. respiratory
    pertaining to the act of breathing
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  245. respite
    a pause from doing something
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  246. resplendent
    having great beauty
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  247. responsiveness
    the quality of reacting quickly
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  248. react
    show a response to something
    Christians pray for the remission of sins. remit transmit (money) in payment; free someone from a debt or punishment remittance remitting of money; amount of money remitted remnant remainder remonstrate protest; objection; V. remonstrate: say in protest remorse deep regret for wrongdoing; guilt; self-reproach remunerative (of work) compensating; rewarding; profitable; well-paid; V. remunerate: reward; pay (someone) for work or trouble rend split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing de
  249. restitution
    the act of restoring something to its original state
    ADJ. responsive: readily reacting; Ex. responsive to treatment restitution returning something (lost or stolen) to the rightful owner; reparation; indemnification; compensation for loss, damage, or injury restive impatiently restless (induced by external coercion or restriction); restlessly impatient; obstinately resisting control; Ex. restive horses because of wolves; CF. not a general synonym for `restless' restraint moderation or self-control; controlling force; restriction resumption taking
  250. indemnification
    compensation for loss or damage or for trouble and annoyance
    ADJ. responsive: readily reacting; Ex. responsive to treatment restitution returning something (lost or stolen) to the rightful owner; reparation; indemnification; compensation for loss, damage, or injury restive impatiently restless (induced by external coercion or restriction); restlessly impatient; obstinately resisting control; Ex. restive horses because of wolves; CF. not a general synonym for `restless' restraint moderation or self-control; controlling force; restriction resumption taking
  251. restive
    in a very tense state
    ADJ. responsive: readily reacting; Ex. responsive to treatment restitution returning something (lost or stolen) to the rightful owner; reparation; indemnification; compensation for loss, damage, or injury restive impatiently restless (induced by external coercion or restriction); restlessly impatient; obstinately resisting control; Ex. restive horses because of wolves; CF. not a general synonym for `restless' restraint moderation or self-control; controlling force; restriction resumption taking
  252. induce
    cause to act in a specified manner
    ADJ. responsive: readily reacting; Ex. responsive to treatment restitution returning something (lost or stolen) to the rightful owner; reparation; indemnification; compensation for loss, damage, or injury restive impatiently restless (induced by external coercion or restriction); restlessly impatient; obstinately resisting control; Ex. restive horses because of wolves; CF. not a general synonym for `restless' restraint moderation or self-control; controlling force; restriction resumption taking
  253. coercion
    using force to cause something to occur
    ADJ. responsive: readily reacting; Ex. responsive to treatment restitution returning something (lost or stolen) to the rightful owner; reparation; indemnification; compensation for loss, damage, or injury restive impatiently restless (induced by external coercion or restriction); restlessly impatient; obstinately resisting control; Ex. restive horses because of wolves; CF. not a general synonym for `restless' restraint moderation or self-control; controlling force; restriction resumption taking
  254. resumption
    beginning again
    ADJ. responsive: readily reacting; Ex. responsive to treatment restitution returning something (lost or stolen) to the rightful owner; reparation; indemnification; compensation for loss, damage, or injury restive impatiently restless (induced by external coercion or restriction); restlessly impatient; obstinately resisting control; Ex. restive horses because of wolves; CF. not a general synonym for `restless' restraint moderation or self-control; controlling force; restriction resumption taking
  255. resume
    take up or begin anew
    ADJ. responsive: readily reacting; Ex. responsive to treatment restitution returning something (lost or stolen) to the rightful owner; reparation; indemnification; compensation for loss, damage, or injury restive impatiently restless (induced by external coercion or restriction); restlessly impatient; obstinately resisting control; Ex. restive horses because of wolves; CF. not a general synonym for `restless' restraint moderation or self-control; controlling force; restriction resumption taking
  256. resurge
    rise again
    Kindly resume your seats. resurge rise again; flow to and fro; N. resurgence; ADJ. resurgent: (of ideas or beliefs) experiencing revival; surging again resurrect revive resuscitate revive; bring back to life or consciousness; Ex. resuscitate the drowned child retain keep; maintain possession of; employ (esp. a lawyer or advisor); N. retainer: servant; fee paid to retain an advisor retaliate repay in kind (usually for bad treatment); V. retaliate retard delay (in development); ADJ. retarded: (as
  257. revival
    bringing again into activity and prominence
    Kindly resume your seats. resurge rise again; flow to and fro; N. resurgence; ADJ. resurgent: (of ideas or beliefs) experiencing revival; surging again resurrect revive resuscitate revive; bring back to life or consciousness; Ex. resuscitate the drowned child retain keep; maintain possession of; employ (esp. a lawyer or advisor); N. retainer: servant; fee paid to retain an advisor retaliate repay in kind (usually for bad treatment); V. retaliate retard delay (in development); ADJ. retarded: (as
  258. resurrect
    cause to become alive again
    Kindly resume your seats. resurge rise again; flow to and fro; N. resurgence; ADJ. resurgent: (of ideas or beliefs) experiencing revival; surging again resurrect revive resuscitate revive; bring back to life or consciousness; Ex. resuscitate the drowned child retain keep; maintain possession of; employ (esp. a lawyer or advisor); N. retainer: servant; fee paid to retain an advisor retaliate repay in kind (usually for bad treatment); V. retaliate retard delay (in development); ADJ. retarded: (as
  259. resuscitate
    cause to regain consciousness
    Kindly resume your seats. resurge rise again; flow to and fro; N. resurgence; ADJ. resurgent: (of ideas or beliefs) experiencing revival; surging again resurrect revive resuscitate revive; bring back to life or consciousness; Ex. resuscitate the drowned child retain keep; maintain possession of; employ (esp. a lawyer or advisor); N. retainer: servant; fee paid to retain an advisor retaliate repay in kind (usually for bad treatment); V. retaliate retard delay (in development); ADJ. retarded: (as
  260. retain
    secure and keep for possible future use or application
    Kindly resume your seats. resurge rise again; flow to and fro; N. resurgence; ADJ. resurgent: (of ideas or beliefs) experiencing revival; surging again resurrect revive resuscitate revive; bring back to life or consciousness; Ex. resuscitate the drowned child retain keep; maintain possession of; employ (esp. a lawyer or advisor); N. retainer: servant; fee paid to retain an advisor retaliate repay in kind (usually for bad treatment); V. retaliate retard delay (in development); ADJ. retarded: (as
  261. retaliate
    make a counterattack and return like for like
    Kindly resume your seats. resurge rise again; flow to and fro; N. resurgence; ADJ. resurgent: (of ideas or beliefs) experiencing revival; surging again resurrect revive resuscitate revive; bring back to life or consciousness; Ex. resuscitate the drowned child retain keep; maintain possession of; employ (esp. a lawyer or advisor); N. retainer: servant; fee paid to retain an advisor retaliate repay in kind (usually for bad treatment); V. retaliate retard delay (in development); ADJ. retarded: (as
  262. retentive
    having the capacity to hold something
    Kindly resume your seats. resurge rise again; flow to and fro; N. resurgence; ADJ. resurgent: (of ideas or beliefs) experiencing revival; surging again resurrect revive resuscitate revive; bring back to life or consciousness; Ex. resuscitate the drowned child retain keep; maintain possession of; employ (esp. a lawyer or advisor); N. retainer: servant; fee paid to retain an advisor retaliate repay in kind (usually for bad treatment); V. retaliate retard delay (in development); ADJ. retarded: (as
  263. retinue
    the group following and attending to some important person
    He was reticent about the reasons; N. reticence retinue following; attendants retiring shy and reserved (of a person); modest; Ex. her retiring personality retort quick sharp reply; V. retract withdraw; take back; draw back; Ex. retract a statement/an offer/claws; N. retraction; CF. retractile retrench cut down; cut down expenses; economize retribution deserved punishment for wrongdoing; punishment for offenses; compensation; vengeance; CF. pay back retrieve recover; put right; find and bring in
  264. retiring
    of a person who has held and relinquished a position
    He was reticent about the reasons; N. reticence retinue following; attendants retiring shy and reserved (of a person); modest; Ex. her retiring personality retort quick sharp reply; V. retract withdraw; take back; draw back; Ex. retract a statement/an offer/claws; N. retraction; CF. retractile retrench cut down; cut down expenses; economize retribution deserved punishment for wrongdoing; punishment for offenses; compensation; vengeance; CF. pay back retrieve recover; put right; find and bring in
  265. retrench
    tighten one's belt; use resources carefully
    He was reticent about the reasons; N. reticence retinue following; attendants retiring shy and reserved (of a person); modest; Ex. her retiring personality retort quick sharp reply; V. retract withdraw; take back; draw back; Ex. retract a statement/an offer/claws; N. retraction; CF. retractile retrench cut down; cut down expenses; economize retribution deserved punishment for wrongdoing; punishment for offenses; compensation; vengeance; CF. pay back retrieve recover; put right; find and bring in
  266. retribution
    a justly deserved penalty
    He was reticent about the reasons; N. reticence retinue following; attendants retiring shy and reserved (of a person); modest; Ex. her retiring personality retort quick sharp reply; V. retract withdraw; take back; draw back; Ex. retract a statement/an offer/claws; N. retraction; CF. retractile retrench cut down; cut down expenses; economize retribution deserved punishment for wrongdoing; punishment for offenses; compensation; vengeance; CF. pay back retrieve recover; put right; find and bring in
  267. retrieve
    get or find back; recover the use of
    He was reticent about the reasons; N. reticence retinue following; attendants retiring shy and reserved (of a person); modest; Ex. her retiring personality retort quick sharp reply; V. retract withdraw; take back; draw back; Ex. retract a statement/an offer/claws; N. retraction; CF. retractile retrench cut down; cut down expenses; economize retribution deserved punishment for wrongdoing; punishment for offenses; compensation; vengeance; CF. pay back retrieve recover; put right; find and bring in
  268. retroactive
    affecting things past
    He was reticent about the reasons; N. reticence retinue following; attendants retiring shy and reserved (of a person); modest; Ex. her retiring personality retort quick sharp reply; V. retract withdraw; take back; draw back; Ex. retract a statement/an offer/claws; N. retraction; CF. retractile retrench cut down; cut down expenses; economize retribution deserved punishment for wrongdoing; punishment for offenses; compensation; vengeance; CF. pay back retrieve recover; put right; find and bring in
  269. retrograde
    moving or directed or tending in a backward direction
    He was reticent about the reasons; N. reticence retinue following; attendants retiring shy and reserved (of a person); modest; Ex. her retiring personality retort quick sharp reply; V. retract withdraw; take back; draw back; Ex. retract a statement/an offer/claws; N. retraction; CF. retractile retrench cut down; cut down expenses; economize retribution deserved punishment for wrongdoing; punishment for offenses; compensation; vengeance; CF. pay back retrieve recover; put right; find and bring in
  270. recede
    pull back or move away or backward
    He was reticent about the reasons; N. reticence retinue following; attendants retiring shy and reserved (of a person); modest; Ex. her retiring personality retort quick sharp reply; V. retract withdraw; take back; draw back; Ex. retract a statement/an offer/claws; N. retraction; CF. retractile retrench cut down; cut down expenses; economize retribution deserved punishment for wrongdoing; punishment for offenses; compensation; vengeance; CF. pay back retrieve recover; put right; find and bring in
  271. retrospective
    concerned with or related to the past
    He was reticent about the reasons; N. reticence retinue following; attendants retiring shy and reserved (of a person); modest; Ex. her retiring personality retort quick sharp reply; V. retract withdraw; take back; draw back; Ex. retract a statement/an offer/claws; N. retraction; CF. retractile retrench cut down; cut down expenses; economize retribution deserved punishment for wrongdoing; punishment for offenses; compensation; vengeance; CF. pay back retrieve recover; put right; find and bring in
  272. retrospect
    contemplation of things past
    He was reticent about the reasons; N. reticence retinue following; attendants retiring shy and reserved (of a person); modest; Ex. her retiring personality retort quick sharp reply; V. retract withdraw; take back; draw back; Ex. retract a statement/an offer/claws; N. retraction; CF. retractile retrench cut down; cut down expenses; economize retribution deserved punishment for wrongdoing; punishment for offenses; compensation; vengeance; CF. pay back retrieve recover; put right; find and bring in
  273. revelry
    unrestrained merrymaking
    He was reticent about the reasons; N. reticence retinue following; attendants retiring shy and reserved (of a person); modest; Ex. her retiring personality retort quick sharp reply; V. retract withdraw; take back; draw back; Ex. retract a statement/an offer/claws; N. retraction; CF. retractile retrench cut down; cut down expenses; economize retribution deserved punishment for wrongdoing; punishment for offenses; compensation; vengeance; CF. pay back retrieve recover; put right; find and bring in
  274. revel
    take delight in
    He was reticent about the reasons; N. reticence retinue following; attendants retiring shy and reserved (of a person); modest; Ex. her retiring personality retort quick sharp reply; V. retract withdraw; take back; draw back; Ex. retract a statement/an offer/claws; N. retraction; CF. retractile retrench cut down; cut down expenses; economize retribution deserved punishment for wrongdoing; punishment for offenses; compensation; vengeance; CF. pay back retrieve recover; put right; find and bring in
  275. reverberate
    ring or echo with sound
    He was reticent about the reasons; N. reticence retinue following; attendants retiring shy and reserved (of a person); modest; Ex. her retiring personality retort quick sharp reply; V. retract withdraw; take back; draw back; Ex. retract a statement/an offer/claws; N. retraction; CF. retractile retrench cut down; cut down expenses; economize retribution deserved punishment for wrongdoing; punishment for offenses; compensation; vengeance; CF. pay back retrieve recover; put right; find and bring in
  276. reverent
    feeling or showing profound respect or veneration
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  277. revere
    regard with feelings of respect
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  278. abstract
    existing only in the mind
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  279. muse
    reflect deeply on a subject
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  280. revert
    go back to a previous state
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  281. revile
    spread negative information about
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  282. vilify
    spread negative information about
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  283. slander
    words falsely spoken that damage the reputation of another
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  284. irrevocable
    incapable of being retracted
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  285. revulsion
    intense aversion
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  286. rhapsodize
    say with great enthusiasm
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  287. rhapsody
    a state of elated bliss
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  288. rhetoric
    study of the technique for using language effectively
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  289. rhetorical
    relating to using language effectively
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  290. ribald
    humorously vulgar
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  291. lewd
    suggestive of or tending to moral looseness
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  292. profane
    grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  293. rickets
    childhood disease caused by deficiency of vitamin D
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  294. riddle
    pierce with many holes
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  295. permeate
    spread or diffuse through
    The thunder reverberated across the valley. reverend deserving reverence; N: priest reverent respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect reverie daydream; abstracted musing revert relapse; backslide; turn back to; return to the former owner; N. reversion revile attack with abusive language; vilify(slander) revoke cancel; retract; CF. irrevocable revulsion sudden strong feeling of disgust; sudden violent change of feeling; negative reaction; Ex. revuls
  296. sieve
    a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material
    The whole report is riddled with errors; N. large sieve (separating earth from stone) rider amendment or clause added to a legislative bill rife (of something bad) widespread; abundant; current rift narrow opening in a large mass; break in a friendly relation; Ex. through a rift in the clouds; OP. reconcilation rig arrangement of masts and sails; V: equip (a ship) with rigging; ADJ. rigging: ropes that hold up a ship's sails righteous morally upright; just rightful legally correct; Ex. rightful
  297. legislative
    relating to a lawmaking assembly
    The whole report is riddled with errors; N. large sieve (separating earth from stone) rider amendment or clause added to a legislative bill rife (of something bad) widespread; abundant; current rift narrow opening in a large mass; break in a friendly relation; Ex. through a rift in the clouds; OP. reconcilation rig arrangement of masts and sails; V: equip (a ship) with rigging; ADJ. rigging: ropes that hold up a ship's sails righteous morally upright; just rightful legally correct; Ex. rightful
  298. rife
    excessively abundant
    The whole report is riddled with errors; N. large sieve (separating earth from stone) rider amendment or clause added to a legislative bill rife (of something bad) widespread; abundant; current rift narrow opening in a large mass; break in a friendly relation; Ex. through a rift in the clouds; OP. reconcilation rig arrangement of masts and sails; V: equip (a ship) with rigging; ADJ. rigging: ropes that hold up a ship's sails righteous morally upright; just rightful legally correct; Ex. rightful
  299. rift
    a narrow fissure in rock
    The whole report is riddled with errors; N. large sieve (separating earth from stone) rider amendment or clause added to a legislative bill rife (of something bad) widespread; abundant; current rift narrow opening in a large mass; break in a friendly relation; Ex. through a rift in the clouds; OP. reconcilation rig arrangement of masts and sails; V: equip (a ship) with rigging; ADJ. rigging: ropes that hold up a ship's sails righteous morally upright; just rightful legally correct; Ex. rightful
  300. righteous
    morally justified
    The whole report is riddled with errors; N. large sieve (separating earth from stone) rider amendment or clause added to a legislative bill rife (of something bad) widespread; abundant; current rift narrow opening in a large mass; break in a friendly relation; Ex. through a rift in the clouds; OP. reconcilation rig arrangement of masts and sails; V: equip (a ship) with rigging; ADJ. rigging: ropes that hold up a ship's sails righteous morally upright; just rightful legally correct; Ex. rightful
  301. rigorous
    strict; allowing no deviation from a standard
    The whole report is riddled with errors; N. large sieve (separating earth from stone) rider amendment or clause added to a legislative bill rife (of something bad) widespread; abundant; current rift narrow opening in a large mass; break in a friendly relation; Ex. through a rift in the clouds; OP. reconcilation rig arrangement of masts and sails; V: equip (a ship) with rigging; ADJ. rigging: ropes that hold up a ship's sails righteous morally upright; just rightful legally correct; Ex. rightful
  302. rigor
    excessive sternness
    The whole report is riddled with errors; N. large sieve (separating earth from stone) rider amendment or clause added to a legislative bill rife (of something bad) widespread; abundant; current rift narrow opening in a large mass; break in a friendly relation; Ex. through a rift in the clouds; OP. reconcilation rig arrangement of masts and sails; V: equip (a ship) with rigging; ADJ. rigging: ropes that hold up a ship's sails righteous morally upright; just rightful legally correct; Ex. rightful
  303. rile
    disturb, especially by minor irritations
    The whole report is riddled with errors; N. large sieve (separating earth from stone) rider amendment or clause added to a legislative bill rife (of something bad) widespread; abundant; current rift narrow opening in a large mass; break in a friendly relation; Ex. through a rift in the clouds; OP. reconcilation rig arrangement of masts and sails; V: equip (a ship) with rigging; ADJ. rigging: ropes that hold up a ship's sails righteous morally upright; just rightful legally correct; Ex. rightful
  304. vex
    disturb, especially by minor irritations
    The whole report is riddled with errors; N. large sieve (separating earth from stone) rider amendment or clause added to a legislative bill rife (of something bad) widespread; abundant; current rift narrow opening in a large mass; break in a friendly relation; Ex. through a rift in the clouds; OP. reconcilation rig arrangement of masts and sails; V: equip (a ship) with rigging; ADJ. rigging: ropes that hold up a ship's sails righteous morally upright; just rightful legally correct; Ex. rightful
  305. engross
    devote fully to
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  306. riveting
    capable of arousing and holding the attention
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  307. rivulet
    a small stream
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill &lt; rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  308. robust
    sturdy and strong in form, constitution, or construction
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  309. vigorous
    characterized by forceful and energetic action or activity
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  310. rococo
    having excessive asymmetrical ornamentation
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  311. ornate
    marked by complexity and richness of detail
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  312. roil
    make turbid by stirring up the sediments of
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  313. devolution
    the process of declining from a higher to a lower level
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  314. frolic
    play boisterously
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  315. gambol
    play or run boisterously
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  316. roseate
    of something having a dusty purplish pink color
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  317. roster
    a list of names
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  318. rostrum
    a platform raised above the surrounding level
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  319. pulpit
    a platform raised to give prominence to the person on it
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  320. rote
    memorization by repetition
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  321. rotund
    spherical in shape
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  322. rotunda
    a building having a circular plan and a dome
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  323. rotundity
    the roundness of a 3-dimensional object
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  324. rouse
    cause to become awake or conscious
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  325. rout
    an overwhelming defeat
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  326. stampede
    a wild headlong rush of frightened animals
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  327. rubric
    category name
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  328. ruddy
    inclined to a healthy reddish color
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  329. rudimentary
    being in the earliest stages of development
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  330. crude
    belonging to an early stage of technical development
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  331. rudiment
    the elementary stage of any subject
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  332. rudiments
    a statement of fundamental facts or principles
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  333. rue
    feel sorry for; be contrite about
    The sail ripped under the force of the wind; N. rivet metal pin used for fastening metal plates together; V: fasten with a rivet; engross riveting holding one's attention; absorbing; engrossing rivulet small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river robust strong; vigorous rococo ornate; highly decorated; N. CF. 18th century roil make liquids murky by stirring up sediment; disturb rolling (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of pow
  334. rueful
    feeling or expressing pain or sorrow
    He will rue the day; N. ADJ. rueful ruffian violent scoundrel; bully rumble make or move with a deep rolling sound (as thunder or stomach) ruminant animal that ruminates; ADJ. ruminate chew over and over (mentally or, like cows, physically); mull over(ponder) rummage ransack; thoroughly search run-down (of a place) dilapidated; in a bad condition; (of a person) weak or exhausted runic mysterious; set down in an ancient alphabet; N. rune: one of the letters of an alphabet used by ancient Germanic
  335. ruffian
    a cruel and brutal fellow
    He will rue the day; N. ADJ. rueful ruffian violent scoundrel; bully rumble make or move with a deep rolling sound (as thunder or stomach) ruminant animal that ruminates; ADJ. ruminate chew over and over (mentally or, like cows, physically); mull over(ponder) rummage ransack; thoroughly search run-down (of a place) dilapidated; in a bad condition; (of a person) weak or exhausted runic mysterious; set down in an ancient alphabet; N. rune: one of the letters of an alphabet used by ancient Germanic
  336. scoundrel
    someone who does evil deliberately
    He will rue the day; N. ADJ. rueful ruffian violent scoundrel; bully rumble make or move with a deep rolling sound (as thunder or stomach) ruminant animal that ruminates; ADJ. ruminate chew over and over (mentally or, like cows, physically); mull over(ponder) rummage ransack; thoroughly search run-down (of a place) dilapidated; in a bad condition; (of a person) weak or exhausted runic mysterious; set down in an ancient alphabet; N. rune: one of the letters of an alphabet used by ancient Germanic
  337. ruminant
    cud-chewing hoofed mammal with a stomach with compartments
    He will rue the day; N. ADJ. rueful ruffian violent scoundrel; bully rumble make or move with a deep rolling sound (as thunder or stomach) ruminant animal that ruminates; ADJ. ruminate chew over and over (mentally or, like cows, physically); mull over(ponder) rummage ransack; thoroughly search run-down (of a place) dilapidated; in a bad condition; (of a person) weak or exhausted runic mysterious; set down in an ancient alphabet; N. rune: one of the letters of an alphabet used by ancient Germanic
  338. ruminate
    reflect deeply on a subject
    He will rue the day; N. ADJ. rueful ruffian violent scoundrel; bully rumble make or move with a deep rolling sound (as thunder or stomach) ruminant animal that ruminates; ADJ. ruminate chew over and over (mentally or, like cows, physically); mull over(ponder) rummage ransack; thoroughly search run-down (of a place) dilapidated; in a bad condition; (of a person) weak or exhausted runic mysterious; set down in an ancient alphabet; N. rune: one of the letters of an alphabet used by ancient Germanic
  339. rummage
    search haphazardly
    He will rue the day; N. ADJ. rueful ruffian violent scoundrel; bully rumble make or move with a deep rolling sound (as thunder or stomach) ruminant animal that ruminates; ADJ. ruminate chew over and over (mentally or, like cows, physically); mull over(ponder) rummage ransack; thoroughly search run-down (of a place) dilapidated; in a bad condition; (of a person) weak or exhausted runic mysterious; set down in an ancient alphabet; N. rune: one of the letters of an alphabet used by ancient Germanic
  340. dilapidated
    in a state of decay, ruin, or deterioration
    He will rue the day; N. ADJ. rueful ruffian violent scoundrel; bully rumble make or move with a deep rolling sound (as thunder or stomach) ruminant animal that ruminates; ADJ. ruminate chew over and over (mentally or, like cows, physically); mull over(ponder) rummage ransack; thoroughly search run-down (of a place) dilapidated; in a bad condition; (of a person) weak or exhausted runic mysterious; set down in an ancient alphabet; N. rune: one of the letters of an alphabet used by ancient Germanic
  341. ruse
    a deceptive maneuver, especially to avoid capture
    He will rue the day; N. ADJ. rueful ruffian violent scoundrel; bully rumble make or move with a deep rolling sound (as thunder or stomach) ruminant animal that ruminates; ADJ. ruminate chew over and over (mentally or, like cows, physically); mull over(ponder) rummage ransack; thoroughly search run-down (of a place) dilapidated; in a bad condition; (of a person) weak or exhausted runic mysterious; set down in an ancient alphabet; N. rune: one of the letters of an alphabet used by ancient Germanic
  342. stratagem
    an elaborate or deceitful scheme to deceive or evade
    He will rue the day; N. ADJ. rueful ruffian violent scoundrel; bully rumble make or move with a deep rolling sound (as thunder or stomach) ruminant animal that ruminates; ADJ. ruminate chew over and over (mentally or, like cows, physically); mull over(ponder) rummage ransack; thoroughly search run-down (of a place) dilapidated; in a bad condition; (of a person) weak or exhausted runic mysterious; set down in an ancient alphabet; N. rune: one of the letters of an alphabet used by ancient Germanic
  343. rustic
    characteristic of rural life
    He will rue the day; N. ADJ. rueful ruffian violent scoundrel; bully rumble make or move with a deep rolling sound (as thunder or stomach) ruminant animal that ruminates; ADJ. ruminate chew over and over (mentally or, like cows, physically); mull over(ponder) rummage ransack; thoroughly search run-down (of a place) dilapidated; in a bad condition; (of a person) weak or exhausted runic mysterious; set down in an ancient alphabet; N. rune: one of the letters of an alphabet used by ancient Germanic
  344. pertain
    be relevant to
    He will rue the day; N. ADJ. rueful ruffian violent scoundrel; bully rumble make or move with a deep rolling sound (as thunder or stomach) ruminant animal that ruminates; ADJ. ruminate chew over and over (mentally or, like cows, physically); mull over(ponder) rummage ransack; thoroughly search run-down (of a place) dilapidated; in a bad condition; (of a person) weak or exhausted runic mysterious; set down in an ancient alphabet; N. rune: one of the letters of an alphabet used by ancient Germanic
  345. uncouth
    lacking refinement or cultivation or taste
    He will rue the day; N. ADJ. rueful ruffian violent scoundrel; bully rumble make or move with a deep rolling sound (as thunder or stomach) ruminant animal that ruminates; ADJ. ruminate chew over and over (mentally or, like cows, physically); mull over(ponder) rummage ransack; thoroughly search run-down (of a place) dilapidated; in a bad condition; (of a person) weak or exhausted runic mysterious; set down in an ancient alphabet; N. rune: one of the letters of an alphabet used by ancient Germanic
  346. rural
    living in or characteristic of farming or country life
    He will rue the day; N. ADJ. rueful ruffian violent scoundrel; bully rumble make or move with a deep rolling sound (as thunder or stomach) ruminant animal that ruminates; ADJ. ruminate chew over and over (mentally or, like cows, physically); mull over(ponder) rummage ransack; thoroughly search run-down (of a place) dilapidated; in a bad condition; (of a person) weak or exhausted runic mysterious; set down in an ancient alphabet; N. rune: one of the letters of an alphabet used by ancient Germanic
  347. rusticate
    live in the country and lead a pastoral life
    He will rue the day; N. ADJ. rueful ruffian violent scoundrel; bully rumble make or move with a deep rolling sound (as thunder or stomach) ruminant animal that ruminates; ADJ. ruminate chew over and over (mentally or, like cows, physically); mull over(ponder) rummage ransack; thoroughly search run-down (of a place) dilapidated; in a bad condition; (of a person) weak or exhausted runic mysterious; set down in an ancient alphabet; N. rune: one of the letters of an alphabet used by ancient Germanic
  348. rustle
    make a dry crackling sound
    He will rue the day; N. ADJ. rueful ruffian violent scoundrel; bully rumble make or move with a deep rolling sound (as thunder or stomach) ruminant animal that ruminates; ADJ. ruminate chew over and over (mentally or, like cows, physically); mull over(ponder) rummage ransack; thoroughly search run-down (of a place) dilapidated; in a bad condition; (of a person) weak or exhausted runic mysterious; set down in an ancient alphabet; N. rune: one of the letters of an alphabet used by ancient Germanic
  349. ruthless
    without mercy or pity
  350. admonish
    scold or reprimand; take to task
Created on Wed May 01 22:36:39 EDT 2013 (updated Thu May 02 17:50:16 EDT 2013)

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