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60 words & definitions

retch verb
To make the sound and movement of vomiting
revel verb
To enjoy oneself in a lively and noisy way, especially with drinking and dancing
rickety adjective
(of a structure or piece of equipment) poorly made and likely to collapse
revamp verb
To give new and improved form, structure, or appearance to something.
resilient adjective
To withstand adversity; show a quick recovery following adversity.
renegade noun
A person who deserts and betrays an organization, country, or set of principles
remorse noun
Deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed
ridicule nounverb
verb
To subject (someone or something) to contemptuous and dismissive language or behavior
revenge noun
Harm done to someone in return for harm being done in the past
repulsive adjective
Extremely unpleasant and disgusting.
reverberate verb
For seomthing to continue to be heard or felt, becaused of a repeating effect or echo.
revelation noun
Realizing or disclosing something that was previously not known.
remnant noun
A small part of something that remains after the rest of it is gone.
repugnant adjective
Unpleasant and disgusting.
restless adjective
Unwilling or unable to stay still or to be quiet and calm, because of worry or boredome.
relentless adjective
To act intensely and continuously, usually negatively
rendezvous noun
An arrangement to meet somebody at a particular time and place, especially between people who have great affection towards each other.
ridicule nounverb
noun
The subjection of someone or something to contemptuous and dismissive language or behavior
relent verb
To surrender or agree after resisting or opposing, often due to persuasion, pressure, or changing circumstances.
reliable adjective
Referring to a person, object, or system that you can count on to function properly or deliver results without failure.
relinquish verb
To voluntarily let go of something, such as a right, possession, or responsibility.
remarkable adjective
Referring to something that stands out due to its quality, achievement, or uniqueness.
repel verb
To cause someone or something to back away to a point of greater distance, usually as a result of a strong feeling of aversion or disgust.
repent verb
To express sincere remorse and ask for forgiveness, often in a religious or moral context.
repercussions noun
The effects or results of an action, event, or decision, especially those that are unintended or negative.
repertoire noun
The range of skills, techniques, or knowledge that someone is capable of performing or using.
replenish verb
To fill something or restore it to its original level, especially after it has been used or diminished.
reprehensible adjective
Describing behavior, actions, or conduct that is morally wrong and worthy of disapproval or condemnation.
repressed adjective
Describing memories or feelings that have been pushed out of conscious awareness due to trauma or stress.
reprieve nounverb
noun
A temporary delay or suspension of a punishment or undesirable situation, often granted as a mercy or to allow for further consideration.
reprieve nounverb
verb
To grant a temporary delay or suspension of a punishment or sentence, especially in legal or judicial contexts.
residue noun
Refers to the small amount of something that remains after most has been removed, consumed, or used up.
resonance noun
Feeling a shared rapport, energy, and communication with someone or something.
resounding adjective
Referring to something that is striking, definite, or leaves a strong impression, such as a victory or success.
restrain verb
To physically or metaphorically prevent someone or something from moving, acting, or progressing.
restraint noun
The action of preventing or controlling someone or something or oneself from moving, acting, or progressing
retaliate verb
To take action in response to a perceived wrong or harm, often by doing something negative in return.
reticent adjective
Describing someone who is inclined to keep their thoughts, feelings, or personal matters to themselves, not expressing them freely.
retreat nounverb
noun
A location or setting where one can go to rest, reflect, or recover, often in isolation.
retreat nounverb
verb
To pull back or leave a position, often due to pressure, danger, or the need for rest.
retrospect noun
The act of reflecting on or considering past actions, experiences, or situations.
reverie noun
A mental state where a person is lost in thoughts, often pleasant or imaginative, disconnected from the immediate surroundings.
revive verb
To restore something that has stopped functioning, or to awaken something that has been inactive or dormant.
revoke verb
To officially take back or annul something, such as a decision, permission, or privilege.
revulsion noun
A strong feeling of disgust or repulsion towards something, that makes a person what to distance themselves from it.
reminisce verb
To reflect on or remember past experiences, often with a sense of nostalgia or fondness.
revert verb
To go back to a previous behavior, situation, or form after a period of change.
relegate verb
To move someone or something to a less important role or status.
resonate verb
To feel aligned with something, such as an idea, belief, feelings, or value, creating a sense of mutual understanding or agreement.
remark verb
To make a comment, saying something casually.
remark noun
Something that you say, giving your opinion about something or stating a fact.
relic noun
An object, tradition, or system from the past that continues to exist.
repudiate verb
To refuse to accept that something is valid.
renounce verb
To formally declare one is giving up and abandoning a claim, a right, or possession
reluctant adjective
Not willing to do something and therefore slow to do it
responsible adjective
To have control and authority over something or someone and the duty of taking care of it
resplendent adjective
Shining brilliantly, having a very bright and beautiful appearance
revere verb
To feel deep respect or admiration for someone of something.
resentful adjective
Feeling bitter or angry about something that you think is unfair.
respite noun
A short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant.