Words With R In The Middle
Ready for a wordy adventure? Dive into the world of words that have a little secret: an 'R' nestled right in the middle! Whether you're a Scrabble enthusiast or just love quirky wordplay, this page is your treasure map to discovering words with a hidden 'R' charm. Let's explore!
3 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| are | 3 | a unit of surface area equal to 100 square meters | - |
| try | 6 | melt (fat or lard) in order to separate out impurities | try the yak butter |
| cry | 8 | utter a sudden loud cry | - |
| art | 3 | the products of human creativity; works of art collectively | an art exhibition |
| 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 |
| pro | 5 | an athlete who plays for pay | - |
| pre | 5 | - | - |
| org | 4 | - | - |
| era | 3 | a period marked by distinctive character or reckoned from a fixed point or event | - |
| fry | 9 | a young person of either sex | - |
| bra | 5 | an undergarment worn by women to support their breasts | - |
| ark | 7 | (Judaism) sacred chest where the ancient Hebrews kept the two tablets containing the Ten Commandments | - |
| ere | 3 | - | - |
| arc | 5 | electrical conduction through a gas in an applied electric field | - |
| pry | 8 | to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open | Raccoons managed to pry the lid off the garbage pail |
| sri | 3 | - | - |
| urn | 3 | a large pot for making coffee or tea | - |
| orb | 5 | the ball-shaped capsule containing the vertebrate eye | - |
| fro | 6 | - | - |
| ore | 3 | a mineral that contains metal that is valuable enough to be mined | - |
| orc | 5 | - | - |
| ora | 3 | - | - |
| erk | 7 | - | - |
| ers | 3 | - | - |
| ire | 3 | a strong emotion; a feeling that is oriented toward some real or supposed grievance | - |
| wry | 9 | humorously sarcastic or mocking | with a wry Scottish wit |
| ard | 4 | - | - |
| ern | 3 | bulky greyish-brown eagle with a short wedge-shaped white tail; of Europe and Greenland | - |
| ord | 4 | - | - |
| fra | 6 | - | - |
| ary | 6 | - | - |
| cru | 5 | - | - |
| irk | 7 | irritate or vex | - |
| ort | 3 | - | - |
| arb | 5 | someone who engages in arbitrage (who purchases securities in one market for immediate resale in another in the hope of profiting from the price differential) | - |
| erg | 4 | a cgs unit of work or energy; the work done by a force of one dyne acting over a distance of one centimeter | - |
| erm | 5 | - | - |
| erf | 6 | - | - |
| ars | 3 | - | - |
| arf | 6 | - | - |
| bru | 5 | - | - |
| urp | 5 | - | - |
| ure | 3 | - | - |
| urd | 4 | goddess of fate: a giantess who personified the past | - |
| urb | 5 | - | - |
| ors | 3 | - | - |
| orf | 6 | - | - |
4 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| care | 6 | prefer or wish to do something | Do you care to try this dish? |
| hard | 8 | (of light) transmitted directly from a pointed light source | - |
| 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 | - |
| hurt | 7 | the act of damaging something or someone | - |
| 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) | - |
| lord | 5 | a titled peer of the realm | - |
| sort | 4 | an operation that segregates items into groups according to a specified criterion | the bottleneck in mail delivery is the process of sorting |
| 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 |
| dark | 9 | the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside | - |
| 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 | - |
| area | 4 | a part of an animal that has a special function or is supplied by a given artery or nerve | - |
| york | 11 | the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose | - |
| park | 10 | a large area of land preserved in its natural state as public property | there are laws that protect the wildlife in this park |
| crap | 8 | obscene terms for feces | - |
| mark | 10 | celebrate by some ceremony or observation | The citizens mark the anniversary of the revolution with a march and a parade |
| tree | 4 | stretch (a shoe) on a shoetree | - |
| mary | 9 | the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics | - |
| grow | 8 | pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become | - |
| arms | 6 | the official symbols of a family, state, etc. | - |
| grab | 7 | the act of catching an object with the hands | he made a grab for the ball before it landed |
| form | 9 | the visual appearance of something or someone | - |
| warm | 9 | easily aroused or excited | a warm temper |
| hero | 7 | a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States | - |
| burn | 6 | pain that feels hot as if it were on fire | - |
| pray | 9 | call upon in supplication; entreat | - |
| drug | 6 | use recreational drugs | - |
| bird | 7 | informal terms for a (young) woman | - |
| draw | 8 | thread on or as if on a string | - |
| ours | 4 | - | - |
| jerk | 15 | a dull stupid fatuous person | - |
| crew | 9 | an informal body of friends | - |
| grew | 8 | - | - |
| farm | 9 | cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques | - |
| pure | 6 | without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers | pure folly |
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5 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| there | 8 | to or toward that place; away from the speaker | go there around noon! |
| where | 11 | - | - |
| 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) | - |
| great | 6 | in an advanced stage of pregnancy | was great with child |
| 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 | - |
| 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? |
| 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 | - |
| drink | 10 | propose a toast to | Let's drink to the New Year |
| 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 |
| tried | 6 | tested and proved useful or correct | - |
| write | 8 | communicate (with) in writing | - |
| dream | 8 | a cherished desire | - |
| 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 | - |
| train | 5 | teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports | He is training our Olympic team |
| worth | 11 | French couturier (born in England) regarded as the founder of Parisian haute couture; noted for introducing the bustle (1825-1895) | - |
| worse | 8 | changed for the worse in health or fitness | I feel worse today |
| weird | 9 | suggesting the operation of supernatural influences | the three weird sisters |
| short | 8 | of insufficient quantity to meet a need | money is short |
| broke | 11 | lacking funds | - |
| group | 8 | a set that is closed, associative, has an identity element and every element has an inverse | - |
| drunk | 10 | a chronic drinker | - |
| angry | 9 | (of the elements) as if showing violent anger | angry clouds on the horizon |
| court | 7 | Australian woman tennis player who won many major championships (born in 1947) | - |
| smart | 7 | improperly forward or bold | - |
| force | 10 | (of a law) having legal validity | - |
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6 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| before | 11 | earlier in time; previously | I had known her before |
| around | 7 | used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction | news gets around (or about) |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| afraid | 10 | feeling worry or concern or insecurity | She was afraid that I might be embarrassed |
| scared | 9 | made afraid | too shocked and scared to move |
| street | 6 | a situation offering opportunities | he worked both sides of the street |
| 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 | - |
| turned | 7 | in an unpalatable state | - |
| forgot | 10 | - | - |
| during | 8 | In the time of; as long as the action or existence of. | during life |
| normal | 8 | something regarded as a normative example | - |
| hungry | 13 | (usually followed by `for') extremely desirous | hungry for recognition |
| 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 |
| across | 8 | transversely | the marble slabs were cut across |
| broken | 12 | out of working order (`busted' is an informal substitute for `broken') | a broken washing machine |
| dreams | 9 | - | - |
| church | 16 | a service conducted in a house of worship | don't be late for church |
| ground | 8 | material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use) | - |
| prison | 8 | a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment | - |
| french | 14 | the people of France | - |
| spirit | 8 | the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people | - |
| cheers | 11 | - | - |
| search | 11 | inquire into | the students had to research the history of the Second World War for their history project |
| energy | 10 | (physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs | energy can take a wide variety of forms |
| nature | 6 | a causal agent creating and controlling things in the universe | the laws of nature |
| memory | 13 | the power of retaining and recalling past experience | he had a good memory when he was younger |
| arrest | 6 | take into custody | - |
| papers | 10 | writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature) | - |
| market | 12 | an area in a town where a public mercantile establishment is set up | - |
| german | 9 | the standard German language; developed historically from West Germanic | - |
| prince | 10 | a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign) | - |
| travel | 9 | change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically | We travelled from Rome to Naples by bus |
| agreed | 8 | united by being of the same opinion | agreed in their distrust of authority |
| breath | 11 | a short respite | - |
| hardly | 13 | almost not | he hardly ever goes fishing |
| credit | 9 | a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage | - |
| create | 8 | create by artistic means | create a poem |
| throat | 9 | the passage to the stomach and lungs; in the front part of the neck below the chin and above the collarbone | - |
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7 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| through | 14 | having finished or arrived at completion | after the treatment, the patient is through except for follow-up |
| already | 11 | - | - |
| 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 | - |
| 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 |
| worried | 11 | afflicted with or marked by anxious uneasiness or trouble or grief | worried parents |
| darling | 9 | an Australian river; tributary of the Murray River | - |
| present | 9 | perform (a play), especially on a stage | - |
| history | 13 | a record or narrative description of past events | a history of France |
| general | 8 | a general officer of the highest rank | - |
| hundred | 12 | ten 10s | - |
| certain | 9 | having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured | felt certain of success |
| service | 12 | mate with | - |
| protect | 11 | shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage | Weatherbeater protects your roof from the rain |
| 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 | - |
| grandma | 11 | the mother of your father or mother | - |
| arrived | 11 | - | - |
| private | 12 | not expressed | secret (or private) thoughts |
| 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 |
| support | 11 | financial resources provided to make some project possible | the foundation provided support for the experiment |
| charlie | 12 | - | - |
| nervous | 10 | unpredictably excitable (especially of horses) | - |
| written | 10 | written as for a film or play or broadcast | - |
| address | 9 | put an address on (an envelope) | - |
| grandpa | 11 | the father of your father or mother | - |
| learned | 8 | having or showing profound knowledge | a learned jurist |
| breathe | 12 | expel (gases or odors) | - |
| herself | 13 | An emphasized form of the third person feminine pronoun; used as a subject with she; | she herself will bear the blame |
| several | 10 | considered individually | specialists in their several fields |
| destroy | 11 | put (an animal) to death | The customs agents destroyed the dog that was found to be rabid |
| correct | 11 | make right or correct | - |
| freedom | 13 | immunity from an obligation or duty | - |
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8 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| tomorrow | 13 | the day after today | what are our tasks for tomorrow? |
| everyone | 14 | Everybody; commonly separated, every one. | - |
| children | 14 | - | - |
| 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 | - |
| drinking | 14 | the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess | - |
| bathroom | 15 | a room or building equipped with one or more toilets | - |
| 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 | - |
| 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 | - |
| horrible | 13 | provoking horror | war is beyond all words horrible |
| greatest | 9 | highest in quality | - |
| prepared | 13 | having made preparations | prepared to take risks |
| sergeant | 9 | a lawman with the rank of sergeant | - |
| 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 | - |
| contract | 12 | become smaller or draw together | - |
| bringing | 12 | the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail) | - |
| murdered | 12 | killed unlawfully | the murdered woman |
| property | 15 | a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished | self-confidence is not an endearing property |
| original | 9 | something that serves as a model or a basis for making copies | this painting is a copy of the original |
| everyday | 18 | appropriate for ordinary or routine occasions | everyday clothes |
| cheering | 14 | providing freedom from worry | - |
| treasure | 8 | accumulated wealth in the form of money or jewels etc. | the pirates hid their treasure on a small island in the West Indies |
| gorgeous | 10 | dazzlingly beautiful | a gorgeous Victorian gown |
| internet | 8 | a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the TCP/IP network protocols to facilitate data transmission and exchange | - |
| carrying | 14 | - | - |
| ordinary | 12 | lacking special distinction, rank, or status; commonly encountered | the ordinary (or common) man in the street |
| properly | 15 | in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances | If you don't behave properly, you'll have to leave! |
| precious | 12 | obviously contrived to charm | an insufferably precious performance |
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9 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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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 |
| 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 |
| introduce | 12 | bring something new to an environment | A new word processor was introduced |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| suffering | 16 | feelings of mental or physical pain | - |
| treatment | 11 | the management of someone or something | the treatment of water sewage |
| secretary | 14 | a person to whom a secret is entrusted | - |
| 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 | - |
| desperate | 12 | fraught with extreme danger; nearly hopeless | a desperate illness |
| guarantee | 10 | give surety or assume responsibility | - |
| searching | 15 | having keenness and forcefulness and penetration in thought, expression, or intellect | searching insights |
| nightmare | 15 | a situation resembling a terrifying dream | - |
| principal | 15 | the educator who has executive authority for a school | she sent unruly pupils to see the principal |
| terrorist | 9 | a radical who employs terror as a political weapon; usually organizes with other terrorists in small cells; often uses religion as a cover for terrorist activities | - |
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10 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| 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 |
| understood | 12 | implied by or inferred from actions or statements | the understood provisos of a custody agreement |
| appreciate | 16 | be fully aware of; realize fully | Do you appreciate the full meaning of this letter? |
| sweetheart | 16 | a very attractive or seductive looking woman | - |
| department | 15 | a specialized division of a large organization | you'll find it in the hardware department |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| considered | 14 | carefully weighed | a considered opinion |
| production | 15 | an artifact that has been created by someone or some process | they export most of their agricultural production |
| afterwards | 17 | happening at a time subsequent to a reference time | - |
| conference | 17 | an association of sports teams that organizes matches for its members | - |
| 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) | - |
| atmosphere | 17 | a particular environment or surrounding influence | there was an atmosphere of excitement |
| throughout | 17 | from first to last | - |
| 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 |
| pretending | 14 | the act of giving a false appearance | his conformity was only pretending |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| expression | 19 | a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations | pardon the expression |
| protecting | 15 | shielding (or designed to shield) against harm or discomfort | the protecting blanket of snow |
| appearance | 16 | pretending that something is the case in order to make a good impression | they try to keep up appearances |
| journalist | 17 | someone who keeps a diary or journal | - |
| introduced | 14 | - | - |
| determined | 14 | determined or decided upon as by an authority | date and place are already determined |
Load more words
Welcome to the mesmerizing world of words where the letter "R" reigns supreme in the middle. These intriguing words are more than just a collection of letters; they are rhythmic, rolling, and sometimes downright raucous. The placement of "R" can alter the tone and texture of a word, providing both challenges and delights for language enthusiasts. Prepare to dive into a realm of words where "R" takes center stage, with some fascinating examples that will captivate your curiosity.
About words in the middle R
The letter "R" is a linguistic powerhouse. Nestled in the middle of words, it holds a pivotal role, often acting as a bridge between syllables and influencing pronunciation. It's like the peanut butter in a PB&J sandwich, binding everything together deliciously. English speakers frequently encounter this phenomenon, as words with a medial "R" are ubiquitous across everyday conversations. Think of how the "R" in "market" rolls off the tongue, providing a balance that would be lost without it.
In phonetics, the "R" sound is known as a liquid consonant, flowing smoothly within words. This fluidity can modify meanings and create nuances. For example, the word "party" without its "R" becomes "patty," a completely different entity! This transformation highlights the critical role of "R" in word formation and meaning. From words like "carrot" to "forest," the middle "R" keeps our vocabulary vibrant and versatile.
Popular word examples
Let's explore some popular words that feature this delightful letter, showcasing their unique charm and utility.
Carrot
- Definition: A root vegetable, typically orange in color, known for its sweet taste.
- Example in a Sentence: "She added diced carrot to the salad for a burst of color and sweetness."
- Fun Fact: Carrots were originally purple or white; the orange variety was cultivated in the Netherlands in the 17th century.
Market
- Definition: A place where goods and services are bought and sold.
- Example in a Sentence: "Every Saturday, she visits the farmer's market for fresh produce."
- Fun Fact: The word "market" stems from the Latin "mercatus," meaning trade or merchandise.
Forest
- Definition: A large area covered chiefly with trees and undergrowth.
- Example in a Sentence: "The children spent the afternoon exploring the dense forest behind their house."
- Fun Fact: Forests cover about 31% of the Earth's land area, providing habitat for countless species.
Turtle
- Definition: A reptile with a bony or leathery shell, known for its slow movement.
- Example in a Sentence: "The turtle slowly made its way across the sandy beach."
- Fun Fact: Some turtles can live to be over 100 years old, making them one of the longest-living species on Earth.
Parrot
- Definition: A colorful bird known for its ability to mimic human speech.
- Example in a Sentence: "The parrot squawked loudly, repeating the word 'hello' over and over."
- Fun Fact: Parrots have been kept as pets for thousands of years, dating back to ancient Egyptian times.
Barrel
- Definition: A cylindrical container traditionally made of wood, metal, or plastic.
- Example in a Sentence: "They stored the wine in a wooden barrel for aging."
- Fun Fact: The use of barrels dates back to the Iron Age, primarily for storage and transport of goods.
Orange
- Definition: A citrus fruit known for its juicy flesh and bright color.
- Example in a Sentence: "She peeled an orange for a refreshing snack."
- Fun Fact: In Old English, the color orange was referred to as "geoluhread," which means yellow-red.
Parent
- Definition: A person who has a child or children.
- Example in a Sentence: "Each parent attended the school meeting to discuss their child's progress."
- Fun Fact: The word "parent" originates from the Latin "parentem," meaning "to bring forth."
Garlic
- Definition: A pungent bulb used as a seasoning in cooking.
- Example in a Sentence: "The recipe called for two cloves of garlic to enhance the flavor."
- Fun Fact: Garlic has been used medicinally for thousands of years, believed to have properties that ward off illness.
Carpet
- Definition: A floor covering made from thick woven fabric.
- Example in a Sentence: "She vacuumed the carpet every week to keep it clean."
- Fun Fact: The world’s oldest known carpet is the Pazyryk Carpet, dating back to the 5th century BC.
High-scoring scrabble examples
If you're aiming to dominate your next Scrabble game, these high-scoring words with a middle "R" will surely give you an edge.
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Quartz | 24 | A hard, crystalline mineral composed of silicon and oxygen |
| Jargon | 14 | Specialized language used by a particular group |
| Zephyr | 20 | A gentle, mild breeze |
| Hybrid | 15 | A mix of two different elements |
| Murmur | 10 | A soft, indistinct sound |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
For the Wordle aficionados out there, here are some five-letter words with a middle "R" that might just save your streak.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Crate | A large shipping container, typically made of wood |
| Berry | A small, pulpy, and often edible fruit |
| Coral | Marine invertebrates that typically form large colonies |
| Hurry | To move or act with great haste |
| Charm | A quality that fascinates and attracts others |
Unusual and rare word examples
Embark on a journey through the lexicon less traveled with these rare words featuring a middle "R".
Chiaroscuro
- Definition: The treatment of light and shade in drawing and painting.
- Interesting Fact: This Italian term is often used to describe the dramatic effect of contrasting light and dark.
- Example in a Sentence: "The artist's use of chiaroscuro brought depth and emotion to the painting."
Aardvark
- Definition: A nocturnal burrowing mammal native to Africa, known for its long snout.
- Interesting Fact: "Aardvark" is one of the first words in the English dictionary due to its double "A."
- Example in a Sentence: "On their safari, they were lucky enough to spot an aardvark digging for ants."
Lurid
- Definition: Very vivid in color, creating an unpleasantly harsh or unnatural effect.
- Interesting Fact: Originally, "lurid" described something pale and dismal, but its meaning evolved over time.
- Example in a Sentence: "The lurid headlines drew readers in with tales of scandal and intrigue."
Curio
- Definition: A rare, unusual, or intriguing object.
- Interesting Fact: Derived from the shorter form of "curiosity," curios are often collected items.
- Example in a Sentence: "Her shelf was filled with curios from her travels around the world."
Frolic
- Definition: To play and move about cheerfully, energetically, or excitedly.
- Interesting Fact: The word "frolic" comes from the Dutch "vrolijk," meaning cheerful.
- Example in a Sentence: "The puppies frolic in the garden, tumbling over each other with joy."
Final words
Exploring words with a middle "R" offers a delightful glimpse into the quirks and charms of the English language. Whether you're using them in games, conversation, or simply enjoying their unique sounds, these words add a playful twist to everyday communication. So next time you're weaving sentences or scoring big in Scrabble, remember the magic of that central "R"!
