Words Containing R
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2 letter words
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| or | 2 | a state in northwestern United States on the Pacific | - |
| er | 2 | a trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; occurs with yttrium | - |
| ar | 2 | a unit of surface area equal to 100 square meters | - |
| ur | 2 | an ancient city of Sumer located on a former channel of the Euphrates River | - |
| re | 2 | a rare heavy polyvalent metallic element that resembles manganese chemically and is used in some alloys; is obtained as a by-product in refining molybdenum | - |
3 letter words
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| for | 6 | In the most general sense, indicating that in consideration of, in view of, or with reference to, which anything is done or takes place. | - |
| are | 3 | a unit of surface area equal to 100 square meters | - |
| her | 6 | The form of the objective and the possessive case of the personal pronoun she. | I saw her with her purse out |
| our | 3 | Of or pertaining to us; belonging to us. | our country |
| sir | 3 | a title used before the name of knight or baronet | - |
| car | 5 | a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine | he needs a car to get to work |
| try | 6 | melt (fat or lard) in order to separate out impurities | try the yak butter |
| run | 3 | a small stream | - |
| far | 6 | a terrorist organization that seeks to overthrow the government dominated by Tutsi and to institute Hutu control again | - |
| war | 6 | the waging of armed conflict against an enemy | thousands of people were killed in the war |
| red | 4 | the amount by which the cost of a business exceeds its revenue | the company operated in the red last year |
| air | 3 | expose to fresh air | - |
| cry | 8 | utter a sudden loud cry | - |
| ran | 3 | - | - |
| bar | 5 | a portable .30 caliber automatic rifle operated by gas pressure and fed by cartridges from a magazine; used by United States troops in World War I and in World War II and in the Korean War | - |
| art | 3 | the products of human creativity; works of art collectively | an art exhibition |
| ray | 6 | a group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation | - |
| nor | 3 | A negative connective or particle, introducing the second member or clause of a negative proposition, following neither, or not, in the first member or clause (as or in affirmative propositions follows either). Nor is also used sometimes in the first member for neither, and sometimes the neither is omitted and implied by the use of nor. | - |
| rid | 4 | relieve from | - |
| arm | 5 | any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting | - |
| bro | 5 | - | - |
| dry | 7 | become dry or drier | The laundry dries in the sun |
| per | 5 | Through; by means of; through the agency of; by; for; for each. | per annum |
| rat | 3 | someone who works (or provides workers) during a strike | - |
| ear | 3 | the externally visible cartilaginous structure of the external ear | - |
| rob | 5 | rip off; ask an unreasonable price | - |
| row | 6 | (construction) a layer of masonry | - |
| rip | 5 | a dissolute man in fashionable society | - |
| pro | 5 | an athlete who plays for pay | - |
| raj | 10 | British dominion over India (1757-1947) | - |
| ram | 5 | force into or from an action or state, either physically or metaphorically | She rammed her mind into focus |
| rub | 5 | an unforeseen obstacle | - |
| pre | 5 | - | - |
| org | 4 | - | - |
| era | 3 | a period marked by distinctive character or reckoned from a fixed point or event | - |
| raw | 6 | informal terms for nakedness | in the raw |
| rot | 3 | unacceptable behavior (especially ludicrously false statements) | - |
| rap | 5 | the act of hitting vigorously | - |
| fry | 9 | a young person of either sex | - |
| bra | 5 | an undergarment worn by women to support their breasts | - |
| rod | 4 | a square rod of land | - |
| rex | 10 | a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom | - |
| fur | 6 | the dressed hairy coat of a mammal | - |
| jar | 10 | a sudden jarring impact | all the jars and jolts were smoothed out by the shock absorbers |
| rum | 5 | beyond or deviating from the usual or expected | what a rum fellow |
| rug | 4 | floor covering consisting of a piece of thick heavy fabric (usually with nap or pile) | - |
| rag | 4 | treat cruelly | - |
| ark | 7 | (Judaism) sacred chest where the ancient Hebrews kept the two tablets containing the Ten Commandments | - |
| ren | 3 | - | - |
| err | 3 | wander from a direct course or at random | - |
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4 letter words
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| your | 7 | - | - |
| here | 7 | to this place (especially toward the speaker) | come here, please |
| from | 9 | Out of the neighborhood of; lessening or losing proximity to; leaving behind; by reason of; out of; by aid of; -- used whenever departure, setting out, commencement of action, being, state, occurrence, etc., or procedure, emanation, absence, separation, etc., are to be expressed. It is construed with, and indicates, the point of space or time at which the action, state, etc., are regarded as setting out or beginning; also, less frequently, the source, the cause, the occasion, out of which anything proceeds; the anitithesis and correlative of to; | it is one hundred miles from Boston to Springfield |
| were | 7 | - | - |
| more | 6 | (comparative of `much' used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree | more land |
| very | 10 | being the exact same one; not any other: | on this very spot |
| over | 7 | having come or been brought to a conclusion | the affair is over, ended, finished |
| sure | 4 | having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured | was sure (or certain) she had seen it |
| work | 11 | make uniform | work the clay until it is soft |
| girl | 5 | a girl or young woman with whom a man is romantically involved | his girlfriend kicked him out |
| ever | 7 | at all times; all the time and on every occasion | ever hoping to strike it rich |
| hear | 7 | get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally | - |
| care | 6 | prefer or wish to do something | Do you care to try this dish? |
| real | 4 | being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something | - |
| room | 6 | space for movement | room to pass |
| year | 7 | a body of students who graduate together | she was in my year at Hoehandle High |
| hard | 8 | (of light) transmitted directly from a pointed light source | - |
| door | 5 | the entrance (the space in a wall) through which you enter or leave a room or building; the space that a door can close | he stuck his head in the doorway |
| turn | 4 | to break and turn over earth especially with a plow | turn the earth in the Spring |
| true | 4 | as acknowledged | true, she is the smartest in her class |
| part | 6 | the effort contributed by a person in bringing about a result | - |
| four | 7 | being one more than three | - |
| read | 5 | have or contain a certain wording or form | The passage reads as follows |
| hurt | 7 | the act of damaging something or someone | - |
| rest | 4 | sit, as on a branch | - |
| word | 8 | the divine word of God; the second person in the Trinity (incarnate in Jesus) | - |
| free | 7 | not taken up by scheduled activities | a free hour between classes |
| fire | 7 | call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) | - |
| dear | 5 | a sweet innocent mild-mannered person (especially a child) | - |
| lord | 5 | a titled peer of the realm | - |
| hair | 7 | a very small distance or space | they escaped by a hair's-breadth |
| hour | 7 | clock time | the hour is getting late |
| poor | 6 | of insufficient quantity to meet a need | a poor salary |
| sort | 4 | an operation that segregates items into groups according to a specified criterion | the bottleneck in mail delivery is the process of sorting |
| road | 5 | an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation | - |
| born | 6 | being talented through inherited qualities | a born musician |
| drop | 7 | a shape that is spherical and small | he studied the shapes of low-viscosity drops |
| rock | 10 | move back and forth or sideways | the ship was rocking |
| ride | 5 | a journey in a vehicle (usually an automobile) | - |
| wear | 7 | exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress | - |
| dark | 9 | the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside | - |
| fear | 7 | regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of | - |
| near | 4 | with or in a close or intimate relationship | my sisters and brothers are near and dear |
| star | 4 | mark with an asterisk | Linguists star unacceptable sentences |
| rich | 9 | marked by richness and fullness of flavor | a rich ruby port |
| ring | 5 | the sound of a bell ringing | the distinctive ring of the church bell |
| army | 9 | the army of the United States of America; the agency that organizes and trains soldiers for land warfare | - |
| trip | 6 | get high, stoned, or drugged | He trips every weekend |
| dare | 5 | take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission | How dare you call my lawyer? |
| card | 7 | a list of dishes available at a restaurant | - |
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5 letter words
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| there | 8 | to or toward that place; away from the speaker | go there around noon! |
| right | 9 | make right or correct | - |
| where | 11 | - | - |
| never | 8 | not ever; at no time in the past or future | I have never been to China |
| sorry | 8 | bad; unfortunate | a sorry state of affairs |
| first | 8 | the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed at first of the bases in the infield (counting counterclockwise from home plate) | - |
| their | 8 | - | - |
| great | 6 | in an advanced stage of pregnancy | was great with child |
| after | 8 | happening at a time subsequent to a reference time | it didn't happen until afterward |
| other | 8 | belonging to the distant past | in other times |
| years | 8 | a prolonged period of time | I haven't been there for years and years |
| world | 9 | people in general; especially a distinctive group of people with some shared interest | the Western world |
| wrong | 9 | that which is contrary to the principles of justice or law | he feels that you are in the wrong |
| every | 11 | each and all of a series of entities or intervals as specified | every third seat |
| three | 8 | being one more than two | - |
| ready | 9 | apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity | a ready wit |
| heard | 9 | detected or perceived by the sense of hearing | a conversation heard through the wall |
| bring | 8 | bestow a quality on | She brings a special atmosphere to our meetings |
| start | 5 | get off the ground | Who started this company? |
| later | 5 | coming at a subsequent time or stage | - |
| worry | 11 | be on the mind of | I worry about the second Germanic consonant shift |
| heart | 8 | the hollow muscular organ located behind the sternum and between the lungs; its rhythmic contractions move the blood through the body | he stood still, his heart thumping wildly |
| crazy | 19 | affected with madness or insanity | - |
| water | 8 | the part of the earth's surface covered with water (such as a river or lake or ocean) | they invaded our territorial waters |
| drink | 10 | propose a toast to | Let's drink to the New Year |
| under | 6 | further down | see under for further discussion |
| story | 8 | a record or narrative description of past events | a history of France |
| hurry | 11 | the act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner | - |
| party | 10 | an organization to gain political power | in 1992 Perot tried to organize a third party at the national level |
| yours | 8 | - | - |
| break | 11 | (tennis) a score consisting of winning a game when your opponent was serving | he was up two breaks in the second set |
| truth | 8 | the quality of being near to the true value | the lawyer questioned the truth of my account |
| hours | 8 | an indefinite period of time | they talked for hours |
| front | 8 | the side that is forward or prominent | - |
| trust | 5 | complete confidence in a person or plan etc | the doctor-patient relationship is based on trust |
| order | 6 | (usually plural) the status or rank or office of a Christian clergyman in an ecclesiastical hierarchy | - |
| tried | 6 | tested and proved useful or correct | - |
| power | 10 | energy made available by the flow of electric charge through a conductor | The power went oout around midnight |
| clear | 7 | become clear | The sky cleared after the storm |
| dream | 8 | a cherished desire | - |
| write | 8 | communicate (with) in writing | - |
| drive | 9 | hitting a golf ball off of a tee with a driver | he sliced his drive out of bounds |
| earth | 8 | the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on | - |
| words | 9 | an angry dispute | they had words |
| learn | 5 | commit to memory; learn by heart | - |
| tired | 6 | repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse | - |
| early | 8 | in good time | - |
| throw | 11 | cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation | throw the lever |
| works | 12 | the internal mechanism of a device | - |
| marry | 10 | take in marriage | - |
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6 letter words
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| really | 9 | used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal | a really enjoyable evening |
| before | 11 | earlier in time; previously | I had known her before |
| better | 8 | (comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable | it would be better to speak to him |
| father | 12 | `Father' is a term of address for priests in some churches (especially the Roman Catholic Church or the Orthodox Catholic Church); `Padre' is frequently used in the military | - |
| around | 7 | used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction | news gets around (or about) |
| mother | 11 | make (offspring) by reproduction | - |
| course | 8 | general line of orientation | the river takes a southern course |
| friend | 10 | a member of the Religious Society of Friends founded by George Fox (the Friends have never called themselves Quakers) | - |
| trying | 10 | extremely irritating to the nerves | a trying day at the office |
| matter | 8 | a vaguely specified concern | several matters to attend to |
| pretty | 11 | to certain extent or degree | pretty big |
| forget | 10 | leave behind unintentionally | - |
| person | 8 | a human being | there was too much for one person to do |
| sister | 6 | a female person who has the same parents as another person | my sister married a musician |
| number | 10 | put into a group | - |
| doctor | 9 | a licensed medical practitioner | I felt so bad I went to see my doctor |
| afraid | 10 | feeling worry or concern or insecurity | She was afraid that I might be embarrassed |
| answer | 9 | react verbally | She didn't want to answer |
| scared | 9 | made afraid | too shocked and scared to move |
| reason | 6 | present reasons and arguments | - |
| either | 9 | - | - |
| dinner | 7 | a party of people assembled to have dinner together | guests should never be late to a dinner party |
| return | 6 | the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property | the average return was about 5% |
| street | 6 | a situation offering opportunities | he worked both sides of the street |
| master | 8 | a combatant who is able to defeat rivals | - |
| longer | 7 | a person with a strong desire for something | a longer for money |
| secret | 8 | not openly made known | a secret marriage |
| future | 9 | the time yet to come | - |
| worked | 14 | - | - |
| strong | 7 | immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with | - |
| rather | 9 | more readily or willingly | I'd rather be in Philadelphia |
| forgot | 10 | - | - |
| turned | 7 | in an unpalatable state | - |
| wonder | 10 | something that causes feelings of wonder | the wonders of modern science |
| during | 8 | In the time of; as long as the action or existence of. | during life |
| normal | 8 | something regarded as a normative example | - |
| report | 8 | an essay (especially one written as an assignment) | - |
| hungry | 13 | (usually followed by `for') extremely desirous | hungry for recognition |
| murder | 9 | kill intentionally and with premeditation | The mafia boss ordered his enemies murdered |
| letter | 6 | the conventional characters of the alphabet used to represent speech | his grandmother taught him his letters |
| figure | 10 | one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration | - |
| crying | 12 | demanding attention | a crying need |
| camera | 10 | equipment for taking photographs (usually consisting of a lightproof box with a lens at one end and light-sensitive film at the other) | - |
| entire | 6 | constituting the full quantity or extent; complete | an entire town devastated by an earthquake |
| charge | 12 | (criminal law) a pleading describing some wrong or offense | he was arrested on a charge of larceny |
| broken | 12 | out of working order (`busted' is an informal substitute for `broken') | a broken washing machine |
| dreams | 9 | - | - |
| record | 9 | register electronically | They recorded her singing |
| across | 8 | transversely | the marble slabs were cut across |
| church | 16 | a service conducted in a house of worship | don't be late for church |
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7 letter words
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| another | 10 | any of various alternatives; some other | put it off to another (or some other) day |
| already | 11 | - | - |
| through | 14 | having finished or arrived at completion | after the treatment, the patient is through except for follow-up |
| brother | 12 | a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities | - |
| morning | 10 | the time period between dawn and noon | I spent the morning running errands |
| problem | 13 | a source of difficulty | what's the problem? |
| working | 15 | actively engaged in paid work | the working population |
| married | 10 | of or relating to the state of marriage | married bliss |
| anymore | 12 | at the present or from now on; usually used with a negative | Alice doesn't live here anymore |
| brought | 13 | - | - |
| country | 12 | the territory occupied by a nation | - |
| alright | 11 | in a satisfactory or adequate manner | - |
| trouble | 9 | a source of difficulty | one trouble after another delayed the job |
| promise | 11 | make a prediction about; tell in advance | - |
| serious | 7 | appealing to the mind | a serious book |
| perfect | 14 | without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers | a perfect idiot |
| careful | 12 | unhurried and with care and dignity | - |
| running | 8 | the act of participating in an athletic competition involving running on a track | - |
| control | 9 | handle and cause to function | control the lever |
| perhaps | 14 | by chance | perhaps she will call tomorrow |
| bastard | 10 | derogatory term for a variation that is not genuine; something irregular or inferior or of dubious origin | the architecture was a kind of bastard suggesting Gothic but not true Gothic |
| strange | 8 | not known before | used many strange words |
| picture | 11 | graphic art consisting of an artistic composition made by applying paints to a surface | his pictures hang in the Louvre |
| forgive | 14 | absolve from payment | I forgive you your debt |
| forever | 13 | without interruption | - |
| worried | 11 | afflicted with or marked by anxious uneasiness or trouble or grief | worried parents |
| teacher | 12 | a person whose occupation is teaching | - |
| darling | 9 | an Australian river; tributary of the Murray River | - |
| officer | 15 | any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command | an officer is responsible for the lives of his men |
| present | 9 | perform (a play), especially on a stage | - |
| respect | 11 | (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point | it differs in that respect |
| history | 13 | a record or narrative description of past events | a history of France |
| general | 8 | a general officer of the highest rank | - |
| whether | 16 | - | - |
| hundred | 12 | ten 10s | - |
| certain | 9 | having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured | felt certain of success |
| neither | 10 | not either; not one or the other | - |
| protect | 11 | shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage | Weatherbeater protects your roof from the rain |
| service | 12 | mate with | - |
| wearing | 11 | the act of having on your person as a covering or adornment | - |
| forward | 14 | forward in time or order or degree | - |
| driving | 12 | hitting a golf ball off of a tee with a driver | - |
| realize | 16 | make real or concrete; give reality or substance to | - |
| grandma | 11 | the mother of your father or mother | - |
| private | 12 | not expressed | secret (or private) thoughts |
| arrived | 11 | - | - |
| writing | 11 | the work of a writer; anything expressed in letters of the alphabet (especially when considered from the point of view of style and effect) | the writing in her novels is excellent |
| charlie | 12 | - | - |
| support | 11 | financial resources provided to make some project possible | the foundation provided support for the experiment |
| nervous | 10 | unpredictably excitable (especially of horses) | - |
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8 letter words
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| remember | 14 | keep in mind for attention or consideration | - |
| yourself | 14 | An emphasized or reflexive form of the pronoun of the second person; -- used as a subject commonly with you; also, alone in the predicate, either in the nominative or objective case. | you yourself shall see it |
| together | 12 | with cooperation and interchange | we worked together on the project |
| tomorrow | 13 | the day after today | what are our tasks for tomorrow? |
| everyone | 14 | Everybody; commonly separated, every one. | - |
| whatever | 17 | one or some or every or all without specification | give me whatever peaches you don't want |
| children | 14 | - | - |
| daughter | 13 | a female human offspring | her daughter cared for her in her old age |
| probably | 17 | easy to believe on the basis of available evidence | he will probably win the election |
| straight | 12 | characterized by honesty and fairness | straight dealing |
| birthday | 17 | the date on which a person was born | - |
| marriage | 11 | two people who are married to each other | his second marriage was happier than the first |
| anywhere | 17 | at or in or to any place | you can find this food anywhere |
| security | 13 | defense against financial failure; financial independence | his pension gave him security in his old age |
| terrible | 10 | causing fear or dread or terror | a terrible curse |
| surprise | 10 | the act of surprising someone | - |
| pleasure | 10 | a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience | he was tingling with pleasure |
| personal | 10 | a short newspaper article about a particular person or group | - |
| promised | 13 | - | - |
| starting | 9 | a turn to be a starter (in a game at the beginning) | his starting meant that the coach thought he was one of their best linemen |
| pregnant | 11 | rich in significance or implication | - |
| bathroom | 15 | a room or building equipped with one or more toilets | - |
| director | 11 | the person who leads a musical group | - |
| drinking | 14 | the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess | - |
| computer | 14 | a machine for performing calculations automatically | - |
| princess | 12 | a female member of a royal family other than the queen (especially the daughter of a sovereign) | - |
| favorite | 14 | preferred above all others and treated with partiality | - |
| military | 13 | the military forces of a nation | their military is the largest in the region |
| interest | 8 | be on the mind of | - |
| practice | 14 | translating an idea into action | a hard theory to put into practice |
| upstairs | 10 | on a floor above | they lived upstairs |
| pressure | 10 | to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means | - |
| consider | 11 | show consideration for; take into account | You must consider her age |
| training | 9 | activity leading to skilled behavior | - |
| strength | 12 | capability in terms of personnel and materiel that affect the capacity to fight a war | we faced an army of great strength |
| powerful | 16 | strong enough to knock down or overwhelm | - |
| whenever | 17 | - | - |
| horrible | 13 | provoking horror | war is beyond all words horrible |
| greatest | 9 | highest in quality | - |
| prepared | 13 | having made preparations | prepared to take risks |
| research | 13 | inquire into | the students had to research the history of the Second World War for their history project |
| minister | 10 | a person authorized to conduct religious worship | clergymen are usually called ministers in Protestant churches |
| sergeant | 9 | a lawman with the rank of sergeant | - |
| realized | 18 | successfully completed or brought to an end | the joy of a realized ambition overcame him |
| breaking | 15 | the act of breaking something | - |
| criminal | 12 | someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime | - |
| universe | 11 | everything stated or assumed in a given discussion | - |
| received | 14 | conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers | received standard English is sometimes called the King's English |
| bringing | 12 | the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail) | - |
| contract | 12 | become smaller or draw together | - |
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9 letter words
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| everybody | 21 | Every person. | - |
| different | 16 | differing from all others; not ordinary | advertising that strives continually to be different |
| important | 13 | having authority or ascendancy or influence | an important official |
| somewhere | 17 | in or at or to some place | she must be somewhere |
| yesterday | 16 | the day immediately before today | it was in yesterday's newspapers |
| wonderful | 16 | extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers | - |
| president | 12 | the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization | - |
| dangerous | 11 | involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm | a dangerous criminal |
| boyfriend | 18 | a man who is the lover of a man or woman | if I'd known he was her boyfriend I wouldn't have asked |
| seriously | 12 | in a serious manner | a play dealing seriously with the question of divorce |
| afternoon | 12 | a conventional expression of greeting or farewell | - |
| certainly | 14 | definitely or positively (`sure' is sometimes used informally for `surely') | she certainly is a hard worker |
| apartment | 13 | a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house | - |
| otherwise | 15 | in another and different manner | she thought otherwise |
| professor | 14 | someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university | - |
| ourselves | 12 | An emphasized form of the pronoun of the first person plural; used as a subject, usually with we; also, alone in the predicate, in the nominative or the objective case. | - |
| screaming | 14 | sharp piercing cry | her screaming attracted the neighbors |
| necessary | 14 | anything indispensable | - |
| according | 15 | (followed by `to') as reported or stated by | according to historians |
| breakfast | 18 | eat an early morning meal | We breakfast at seven |
| wondering | 14 | showing curiosity | - |
| surprised | 12 | taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment | surprised by her student's ingenuity |
| forgotten | 13 | not noticed inadvertently | her aching muscles forgotten she danced all night |
| operation | 11 | activity by a military or naval force (as a maneuver or campaign) | it was a joint operation of the navy and air force |
| introduce | 12 | bring something new to an environment | A new word processor was introduced |
| recognize | 21 | express greetings upon meeting someone | - |
| character | 16 | a formal recommendation by a former employer to a potential future employer describing the person's qualifications and dependability | requests for character references are all too often answered evasively |
| brilliant | 11 | clear and sharp and ringing | the brilliant sound of the trumpets |
| emergency | 17 | a brake operated by hand; usually operates by mechanical linkage | - |
| destroyed | 14 | destroyed physically or morally | - |
| interview | 15 | conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting | - |
| insurance | 11 | written contract or certificate of insurance | - |
| perfectly | 19 | completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers | a perfectly idiotic idea |
| therefore | 15 | (used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result | therefore X must be true |
| celebrate | 13 | behave as expected during of holidays or rites | celebrate Christmas |
| carefully | 17 | as if with kid gloves; with caution or prudence or tact | - |
| cigarette | 12 | finely ground tobacco wrapped in paper; for smoking | - |
| breathing | 15 | the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation | - |
| concerned | 14 | involved in or affected by or having a claim to or share in | a memorandum to those concerned |
| commander | 16 | an officer in the airforce | - |
| disappear | 14 | cease to exist | - |
| secretary | 14 | a person to whom a secret is entrusted | - |
| suffering | 16 | feelings of mental or physical pain | - |
| treatment | 11 | the management of someone or something | the treatment of water sewage |
| inspector | 13 | an investigator who observes carefully | - |
| christian | 14 | a religious person who believes Jesus is the Christ and who is a member of a Christian denomination | - |
| direction | 12 | the act of setting and holding a course | a new council was installed under the direction of the king |
| extremely | 21 | to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect | extremely interesting |
| agreement | 12 | the statement (oral or written) of an exchange of promises | they had an agreement that they would not interfere in each other's business |
| sacrifice | 16 | the act of killing (an animal or person) in order to propitiate a deity | - |
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View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| everything | 20 | - | - |
| understand | 12 | believe to be the case | I understand you have no previous experience? |
| girlfriend | 15 | a girl or young woman with whom a man is romantically involved | his girlfriend kicked him out |
| government | 16 | the act of governing; exercising authority | he had considerable experience of government |
| interested | 11 | involved in or affected by or having a claim to or share in | the interested parties met to discuss the business |
| difference | 19 | a variation that deviates from the standard or norm | - |
| everywhere | 22 | to or in any or all places | You find fast food stores everywhere |
| experience | 21 | go through (mental or physical states or experiences) | experience vertigo |
| appreciate | 16 | be fully aware of; realize fully | Do you appreciate the full meaning of this letter? |
| understood | 12 | implied by or inferred from actions or statements | the understood provisos of a custody agreement |
| sweetheart | 16 | a very attractive or seductive looking woman | - |
| restaurant | 10 | a building where people go to eat | - |
| department | 15 | a specialized division of a large organization | you'll find it in the hardware department |
| ridiculous | 13 | inspiring scornful pity | - |
| incredible | 15 | beyond belief or understanding | at incredible speed |
| university | 16 | a large and diverse institution of higher learning created to educate for life and for a profession and to grant degrees | - |
| apparently | 17 | unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly') | she has apparently been living here for some time |
| downstairs | 14 | on or of lower floors of a building | the downstairs (or downstair) phone |
| discovered | 17 | discovered or determined by scientific observation | the discovered behavior norms |
| permission | 14 | the act of giving a formal (usually written) authorization | - |
| personally | 15 | in the flesh; without involving anyone else | I went there personally |
| particular | 14 | exacting especially about details | very particular about how her food was prepared |
| friendship | 19 | the state of being friends (or friendly) | - |
| protection | 14 | payment extorted by gangsters on threat of violence | every store in the neighborhood had to pay him protection |
| production | 15 | an artifact that has been created by someone or some process | they export most of their agricultural production |
| considered | 14 | carefully weighed | a considered opinion |
| revolution | 13 | a single complete turn (axial or orbital) | the revolution of the earth about the sun takes one year |
| afterwards | 17 | happening at a time subsequent to a reference time | - |
| conference | 17 | an association of sports teams that organizes matches for its members | - |
| reputation | 12 | the state of being held in high esteem and honor | - |
| generation | 11 | a coming into being | - |
| impressive | 17 | producing a strong effect | gave an impressive performance as Othello |
| background | 20 | understate the importance or quality of | - |
| attractive | 15 | having power to arouse interest | an attractive opportunity |
| chattering | 16 | the high-pitched continuing noise made by animals (birds or monkeys) | - |
| throughout | 17 | from first to last | - |
| atmosphere | 17 | a particular environment or surrounding influence | there was an atmosphere of excitement |
| frightened | 18 | made afraid | the frightened child cowered in the corner |
| mysterious | 15 | of an obscure nature | the new insurance policy is written without cryptic or mysterious terms |
| surrounded | 12 | confined on all sides | a camp surrounded by enemies |
| experiment | 21 | the testing of an idea | it was an experiment in living |
| threatened | 14 | (of flora or fauna) likely in the near future to become endangered | the spotted owl is a threatened species, not yet an endangered one |
| pretending | 14 | the act of giving a false appearance | his conformity was only pretending |
| impression | 14 | a concavity in a surface produced by pressing | he left the impression of his fingers in the soft mud |
| commercial | 18 | a commercially sponsored ad on radio or television | - |
| whispering | 19 | speaking softly without vibration of the vocal cords | - |
| photograph | 21 | record on photographic film | I photographed the scene of the accident |
| underneath | 14 | - | - |
| incredibly | 18 | not easy to believe | incredibly, she survived the crash |
| protecting | 15 | shielding (or designed to shield) against harm or discomfort | the protecting blanket of snow |
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The English language is a vast tapestry woven together by countless words, each with its own flavor and flair. Among these, words containing R stand out with a distinct charm, often rolling off the tongue with a rich resonance. The letter R adds a certain rhythm and texture to our speech, transforming ordinary utterances into melodious expressions. From the rugged "rugby" to the regal "royalty," words with R are nothing short of captivating. Prepare to embark on a journey through words that ripple with R, exploring their unique impact on language and pronunciation.
About words containing R
The letter R is the 18th letter in the English alphabet and plays a crucial role in word formation and pronunciation. Its presence in a word can significantly alter the way it sounds and is perceived. For instance, consider the difference between "car" and "cat"; the inclusion of R changes not just the sound but also the meaning entirely. This letter often introduces a sense of movement or action, as seen in words like "run," "race," and "rush." The rolling nature of R lends a dynamic quality to these words, making them feel vibrant and alive.
R's frequency in English makes it one of the core building blocks of the language. It's commonly found at the beginning, middle, or end of words, each position bestowing a different nuance. At the start, it commands attention in words like "remarkable," while in the middle, it bridges sounds smoothly, as in "carry." When R concludes a word, it often leaves a lingering impression, as heard in "whisper" or "lunar." Its versatility in positioning and impact underscores its pivotal role in the symphony of English vocabulary.
Popular word examples
Words containing R often find themselves at the heart of everyday conversations, cherished for their utility and expressiveness. Let's delve into some popular examples that highlight the allure of R.
Remarkable
- Definition: Worthy of attention; striking.
- Example in a Sentence: Her performance was truly remarkable, earning her a standing ovation.
- Fun Fact: The word "remarkable" is derived from the French word "remarquable," highlighting its cross-linguistic appeal.
Adventure
- Definition: An unusual and exciting or daring experience.
- Example in a Sentence: They embarked on an adventure to explore the uncharted island.
- Fun Fact: The term "adventure" originates from the Latin word "adventurus," meaning "about to happen."
Courage
- Definition: The ability to do something that frightens one; bravery.
- Example in a Sentence: It takes great courage to speak out against injustice.
- Fun Fact: The word "courage" comes from the Old French "corage," meaning "heart."
Treasure
- Definition: A quantity of precious metals, gems, or other valuable objects.
- Example in a Sentence: Pirates are always on the lookout for hidden treasure.
- Fun Fact: "Treasure" traces its roots back to the Greek word "thesauros," also the origin of "thesaurus."
Curious
- Definition: Eager to know or learn something.
- Example in a Sentence: The curious child asked endless questions about the world around her.
- Fun Fact: "Curious" derives from the Latin "curiosus," which means "careful" or "diligent."
Surprise
- Definition: An unexpected or astonishing event, fact, or thing.
- Example in a Sentence: Her friends threw a surprise party for her birthday.
- Fun Fact: The word "surprise" comes from the Latin "superprehendere," meaning "to seize."
Warrior
- Definition: A brave or experienced soldier or fighter.
- Example in a Sentence: The warrior fought valiantly on the battlefield.
- Fun Fact: "Warrior" is related to the Old High German word "werra," meaning "confusion" or "strife."
Marvel
- Definition: Be filled with wonder or astonishment.
- Example in a Sentence: They marveled at the breathtaking view from the mountain top.
- Fun Fact: The word "marvel" shares its origin with the Latin "mirabilis," meaning "wonderful."
Whisper
- Definition: Speak very softly using one's breath without vocal cords.
- Example in a Sentence: She whispered a secret into his ear.
- Fun Fact: "Whisper" comes from the Old English "hwisprian," imitating the sound of whispering.
River
- Definition: A large natural stream of water flowing in a channel to the sea, a lake, or another river.
- Example in a Sentence: The river flowed gently through the valley.
- Fun Fact: The word "river" is derived from the Latin "ripa," meaning "bank" or "shore."
High-scoring scrabble examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, words containing R can be game-changers. Here are some high-scoring examples worth memorizing:
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Quarrel | 16 | A heated argument or disagreement. |
| Jargon | 14 | Special words or expressions used by a profession or group. |
| Zebra | 15 | An African wild horse with black-and-white stripes. |
| Quiver | 18 | Tremble or shake with a slight rapid motion. |
| Zipper | 18 | A device used to fasten clothing, bags, etc., consisting of two strips of fabric with interlocking metal or plastic teeth. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
For those obsessed with Wordle, five-letter words containing R can be your ticket to daily glory. Consider these popular choices:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Crust | The tough outer part of a loaf of bread. |
| Braid | Interlace three or more strands of hair. |
| Grape | A berry, typically green (classified as white), purple, red, or black, growing in clusters on a grapevine. |
| Crane | A tall machine used for moving heavy objects by suspending them from a projecting arm or beam. |
| Alarm | A warning sound or device. |
Unusual and rare word examples
While popular words are essential, sometimes you need a rare gem to spice up your vocabulary. Dive into these unusual words containing R.
Verisimilitude
- Definition: The appearance of being true or real.
- Interesting Fact: This word stems from the Latin "verisimilis," combining "verus" (true) and "similis" (similar).
- Example in a Sentence: The novel's verisimilitude made the fictional story feel incredibly authentic.
Perfunctory
- Definition: Carried out with minimum effort or reflection.
- Interesting Fact: "Perfunctory" originates from the Late Latin "perfunctorius," meaning negligent.
- Example in a Sentence: His perfunctory nod suggested he wasn't really listening.
Petrichor
- Definition: The pleasant, earthy smell after rain.
- Interesting Fact: Coined in the 1960s, this word combines "petra" (stone) and "ichor" (fluid flowing in the veins of the gods).
- Example in a Sentence: After the storm, the air was filled with the refreshing scent of petrichor.
Sycophant
- Definition: A person who acts obsequiously toward someone important to gain advantage.
- Interesting Fact: Originating from the Greek "sykophantes," referring to informers or accusers.
- Example in a Sentence: The sycophant showered compliments on his boss, hoping for a promotion.
Quixotry
- Definition: Extravagantly chivalrous or romantic behavior.
- Interesting Fact: Inspired by the character Don Quixote, known for his idealistic and impractical pursuits.
- Example in a Sentence: His quixotry often got him into trouble, but he never stopped dreaming big.
Final words
Words containing R enrich the English language with their versatility and charm. Whether you're crafting a sentence, competing in Scrabble, solving a Wordle, or simply reveling in linguistic oddities, these words offer endless possibilities. Embrace the lively lilt of R and let it transform your language adventures into remarkable journeys.
