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