Words Starting With R
Ready to embark on a riveting journey through the realm of words starting with R? From radiant and robust to remarkable and rare, this collection will refresh your vocabulary and reignite your love for language. Get ready to revel in the richness of R-words!
2 letter words
| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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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|---|---|---|---|
| run | 3 | a small stream | - |
| red | 4 | the amount by which the cost of a business exceeds its revenue | the company operated in the red last year |
| ran | 3 | - | - |
| ray | 6 | a group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation | - |
| rid | 4 | relieve from | - |
| rat | 3 | someone who works (or provides workers) during a strike | - |
| rob | 5 | rip off; ask an unreasonable price | - |
| row | 6 | (construction) a layer of masonry | - |
| rip | 5 | a dissolute man in fashionable society | - |
| 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 | - |
| raw | 6 | informal terms for nakedness | in the raw |
| rap | 5 | the act of hitting vigorously | - |
| rot | 3 | unacceptable behavior (especially ludicrously false statements) | - |
| rod | 4 | a square rod of land | - |
| rex | 10 | a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom | - |
| 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 | - |
| ren | 3 | - | - |
| rib | 5 | subject to laughter or ridicule | - |
| rig | 4 | arrange the outcome of by means of deceit | rig an election |
| rue | 3 | European strong-scented perennial herb with grey-green bitter-tasting leaves; an irritant similar to poison ivy | - |
| rep | 5 | a fabric with prominent rounded crosswise ribs | - |
| rin | 3 | - | - |
| rim | 5 | the top edge of a vessel or other container | - |
| ref | 6 | (sports) the chief official (as in boxing or American football) who is expected to ensure fair play | - |
| ria | 3 | - | - |
| roo | 3 | - | - |
| rom | 5 | (computer science) memory whose contents can be accessed and read but cannot be changed | - |
| reg | 4 | - | - |
| rah | 6 | - | - |
| rye | 6 | hardy annual cereal grass widely cultivated in northern Europe where its grain is the chief ingredient of black bread and in North America for forage and soil improvement | - |
| rut | 3 | hollow out in the form of a furrow or groove | - |
| rec | 5 | - | - |
| rad | 4 | the unit of plane angle adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites; equal to the angle at the center of a circle subtended by an arc equal in length to the radius (approximately 57.295 degrees) | - |
| ras | 3 | the network in the reticular formation that serves an alerting or arousal function | - |
| rev | 6 | rate of revolution of a motor | the engine was doing 6000 revs |
| roe | 3 | fish eggs or egg-filled ovary; having a grainy texture | - |
| rem | 5 | a recurring sleep state during which dreaming occurs; a state of rapidly shifting eye movements during sleep | - |
| res | 3 | a widely distributed system consisting of all the cells able to ingest bacteria or colloidal particles etc, except for certain white blood cells | - |
| roc | 5 | mythical bird of prey having enormous size and strength | - |
| rho | 6 | the 17th letter of the Greek alphabet | - |
| rif | 6 | - | - |
| reb | 5 | `Johnny' was applied as a nickname for Confederate soldiers by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War; `greyback' derived from their grey Confederate uniforms | - |
| rok | 7 | - | - |
| rit | 3 | - | - |
| ruc | 5 | - | - |
| ret | 3 | place (flax, hemp, or jute) in liquid so as to promote loosening of the fibers from the woody tissue | - |
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4 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| real | 4 | being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something | - |
| room | 6 | space for movement | room to pass |
| read | 5 | have or contain a certain wording or form | The passage reads as follows |
| rest | 4 | sit, as on a branch | - |
| road | 5 | an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation | - |
| rock | 10 | move back and forth or sideways | the ship was rocking |
| ride | 5 | a journey in a vehicle (usually an automobile) | - |
| 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 |
| rain | 4 | anything happening rapidly or in quick successive | a rain of bullets |
| race | 6 | compete in a race | let's race and see who gets there first |
| roll | 4 | a list of names | his name was struck off the rolls |
| risk | 8 | the probability of becoming infected given that exposure to an infectious agent has occurred | - |
| rule | 4 | (linguistics) a rule describing (or prescribing) a linguistic practice | - |
| rent | 4 | grant use or occupation of under a term of contract | - |
| rose | 4 | any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses | - |
| roof | 7 | an upper limit on what is allowed | there was a roof on salaries |
| rush | 7 | a sudden forceful flow | - |
| rice | 6 | English lyricist who frequently worked with Andrew Lloyd Webber (born in 1944) | - |
| rise | 4 | get up and out of bed | - |
| role | 4 | the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group | play its role |
| ruin | 4 | deprive of virginity | - |
| rate | 4 | assign a rank or rating to | The restaurant is rated highly in the food guide |
| rude | 5 | socially incorrect in behavior | - |
| rare | 4 | marked by an uncommon quality; especially superlative or extreme of its kind | what is so rare as a day in June |
| rape | 6 | the crime of forcing a person to submit to sexual intercourse against his or her will | - |
| rope | 6 | street names for flunitrazepan | - |
| rick | 10 | twist suddenly so as to sprain | - |
| rats | 4 | - | - |
| rage | 5 | something that is desired intensely | his rage for fame destroyed him |
| ruby | 9 | of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies | - |
| root | 4 | a simple form inferred as the common basis from which related words in several languages can be derived by linguistic processes | - |
| rear | 4 | located in or toward the back or rear | the chair's rear legs |
| raid | 5 | search without warning, make a sudden surprise attack on | The police raided the crack house |
| ruth | 7 | a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others | - |
| rely | 7 | have faith or confidence in | - |
| rang | 5 | - | - |
| riot | 4 | a joke that seems extremely funny | - |
| rank | 8 | assign a rank or rating to | how would you rank these students? |
| rack | 10 | an instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims | - |
| rode | 5 | - | - |
| raja | 11 | a prince or king in India | - |
| reed | 5 | United States journalist who reported on the October Revolution from Petrograd in 1917; founded the Communist Labor Party in America in 1919; is buried in the Kremlin in Moscow (1887-1920) | - |
| rash | 7 | marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences | a rash attempt to climb Mount Everest |
| robe | 6 | outerwear consisting of a long flowing garment used for official or ceremonial occasions | - |
| rudy | 8 | - | - |
| roar | 4 | utter words loudly and forcefully | `Get out of here,' he roared |
| reef | 7 | a rocky region in the southern Transvaal in northeastern South Africa; contains rich gold deposits and coal and manganese | - |
| rail | 4 | a barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and supports | - |
| ripe | 6 | far along in time | a ripe old age |
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5 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| right | 9 | make right or correct | - |
| ready | 9 | apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity | a ready wit |
| relax | 12 | make less taut | relax the tension on the rope |
| round | 6 | a regular route for a sentry or policeman | - |
| radio | 6 | an electronic receiver that detects and demodulates and amplifies transmitted signals | - |
| rules | 5 | - | - |
| reach | 10 | move forward or upward in order to touch; also in a metaphorical sense | Government reaches out to the people |
| river | 8 | a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek) | the river was navigable for 50 miles |
| raise | 5 | call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) | raise a smile |
| rings | 6 | gymnastic apparatus consisting of a pair of heavy metal circles (usually covered with leather) suspended by ropes; used for gymnastic exercises | the rings require a strong upper body |
| roger | 6 | - | - |
| rough | 9 | unpleasantly stern | the nomad life is rough and hazardous |
| royal | 8 | belonging to or befitting a supreme ruler | treated with royal acclaim |
| rooms | 7 | apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel) | - |
| route | 5 | an established line of travel or access | - |
| range | 6 | assign a rank or rating to | - |
| roman | 7 | of or relating to or derived from Rome (especially ancient Rome) | - |
| raped | 8 | having been robbed and destroyed by force and violence | the raped countryside |
| robot | 7 | a mechanism that can move automatically | - |
| roads | 6 | a partly sheltered anchorage | - |
| rifle | 8 | go through in search of something; search through someone's belongings in an unauthorized way | Who rifled through my desk drawers? |
| robin | 7 | small Old World songbird with a reddish breast | - |
| react | 7 | show a response or a reaction to something | - |
| randy | 9 | feeling great sexual desire | - |
| romeo | 7 | an ardent male lover | - |
| rocky | 14 | full of hardship or trials | the rocky road to success |
| rumor | 7 | tell or spread rumors | It was rumored that the next president would be a woman |
| roots | 5 | the condition of belonging to a particular place or group by virtue of social or ethnic or cultural lineage | his roots in Texas go back a long way |
| reply | 10 | react verbally | - |
| repay | 10 | make repayment for or return something | - |
| risky | 12 | involving risk or danger | extremely risky going out in the tide and fog |
| ralph | 10 | - | - |
| rusty | 8 | impaired in skill by neglect | - |
| roast | 5 | subject to laughter or ridicule | His former students roasted the professor at his 60th birthday |
| ranch | 10 | farm consisting of a large tract of land along with facilities needed to raise livestock (especially cattle) | - |
| razor | 14 | edge tool used in shaving | - |
| radar | 6 | measuring instrument in which the echo of a pulse of microwave radiation is used to detect and locate distant objects | - |
| rains | 5 | - | - |
| rally | 8 | the feat of mustering strength for a renewed effort | he singled to start a rally in the 9th inning |
| rabbi | 9 | a Hebrew title of respect for a Jewish scholar or teacher | - |
| refer | 8 | be relevant to | There were lots of questions referring to her talk |
| ruled | 6 | subject to a ruling authority | the ruled mass |
| rebel | 7 | break with established customs | - |
| races | 7 | - | - |
| rehab | 10 | - | - |
| riley | 8 | United States poet (1849-1916) | - |
| rogue | 6 | a deceitful and unreliable scoundrel | - |
| rival | 8 | be equal to in quality or ability | Nothing can rival cotton for durability |
| realm | 7 | a knowledge domain that you are interested in or are communicating about | it was a limited realm of discourse |
| rider | 6 | a traveler riding in a vehicle (a boat or bus or car or plane or train etc) who is not operating it | - |
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6 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| really | 9 | used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal | a really enjoyable evening |
| reason | 6 | present reasons and arguments | - |
| return | 6 | the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property | the average return was about 5% |
| rather | 9 | more readily or willingly | I'd rather be in Philadelphia |
| report | 8 | an essay (especially one written as an assignment) | - |
| record | 9 | register electronically | They recorded her singing |
| remain | 8 | stay the same; remain in a certain state | The dress remained wet after repeated attempts to dry it |
| regret | 7 | sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment | he wrote a note expressing his regret |
| repeat | 8 | to say, state, or perform again | - |
| remind | 9 | assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned | - |
| rights | 10 | - | - |
| ruined | 7 | doomed to extinction | - |
| remove | 11 | remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract | remove a threat |
| result | 6 | a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon | - |
| raised | 7 | embellished with a raised pattern created by pressure or embroidery | raised needlework |
| rescue | 8 | recovery or preservation from loss or danger | - |
| refuse | 9 | refuse entrance or membership | - |
| riding | 8 | the sport of sitting on the back of a horse while controlling its movements | - |
| rabbit | 10 | the fur of a rabbit | - |
| russia | 6 | a former communist country in eastern Europe and northern Asia; established in 1922; included Russia and 14 other soviet socialist republics (Ukraine and Byelorussia and others); officially dissolved 31 December 1991 | - |
| reward | 10 | bestow honor or rewards upon | The scout was rewarded for courageous action |
| rotten | 6 | damaged by decay; hence unsound and useless | rotten floor boards |
| resist | 6 | stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something | - |
| recall | 8 | cause to be returned | recall the defective auto tires |
| remote | 8 | far apart in relevance or relationship or kinship | a remote relative |
| recent | 8 | approximately the last 10,000 years | - |
| ripped | 11 | stupefied or excited by a chemical substance (especially alcohol) | - |
| reckon | 12 | have faith or confidence in | - |
| relief | 9 | the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced | as he heard the news he was suddenly flooded with relief |
| rocket | 12 | sends a firework display high into the sky | - |
| reveal | 9 | make visible | - |
| region | 7 | a part of an animal that has a special function or is supplied by a given artery or nerve | in the abdominal region |
| review | 12 | a variety show with topical sketches and songs and dancing and comedians | - |
| rhythm | 17 | an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs | - |
| rising | 7 | organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another | - |
| repair | 8 | restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken | She repaired her TV set |
| random | 9 | lacking any definite plan or order or purpose; governed by or depending on chance | a random choice |
| ritual | 6 | any customary observance or practice | - |
| rubber | 10 | an eraser made of rubber (or of a synthetic material with properties similar to rubber); commonly mounted at one end of a pencil | - |
| racing | 9 | the sport of engaging in contests of speed | - |
| rascal | 8 | one who is playfully mischievous | - |
| rivers | 9 | - | - |
| retire | 6 | break from a meeting or gathering | The men retired to the library |
| ronnie | 6 | - | - |
| rarely | 9 | not often | we rarely met |
| resort | 6 | have recourse to | The government resorted to rationing meat |
| regard | 8 | (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point | - |
| recipe | 10 | directions for making something | - |
| reduce | 9 | cut down on; make a reduction in | reduce your daily fat intake |
| ransom | 8 | exchange or buy back for money; under threat | - |
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7 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| running | 8 | the act of participating in an athletic competition involving running on a track | - |
| respect | 11 | (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point | it differs in that respect |
| realize | 16 | make real or concrete; give reality or substance to | - |
| reading | 9 | written material intended to be read | the teacher assigned new readings |
| reality | 10 | all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you | for them demons were as much a part of reality as trees were |
| release | 7 | part with a possession or right | - |
| ringing | 9 | the sound of a bell ringing | the ringing of the telephone |
| revenge | 11 | take revenge for a perceived wrong | - |
| request | 16 | express the need or desire for | She requested an extra bed in her room |
| regular | 8 | often used as intensifiers | a regular morass of details |
| receive | 12 | experience as a reaction | - |
| remains | 9 | the dead body of a human being | - |
| related | 8 | being connected either logically or causally or by shared characteristics | painting and the related arts |
| robbery | 14 | plundering during riots or in wartime | - |
| rolling | 8 | a deep prolonged sound (as of thunder or large bells) | - |
| refused | 11 | - | - |
| removed | 13 | separate or apart in time | - |
| rubbish | 14 | worthless material that is to be disposed of | - |
| routine | 7 | a short performance that is part of a longer program | she had a catchy little routine |
| replace | 11 | put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items | the con artist replaced the original with a fake Rembrandt |
| realise | 7 | make real or concrete; give reality or substance to | - |
| romance | 11 | talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions | - |
| raining | 8 | falling in drops or as if falling like rain | watched the raining apple blossoms |
| respond | 10 | react verbally | - |
| recover | 12 | get or find back; recover the use of | - |
| retired | 8 | no longer active in your work or profession | - |
| raising | 8 | the event of something being raised upward | a raising of the land resulting from volcanic activity |
| reserve | 10 | give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause | - |
| reverse | 10 | the side of a coin or medal that does not bear the principal design | - |
| retreat | 7 | move back | - |
| relaxed | 15 | without strain or anxiety | gave the impression of being quite relaxed |
| require | 16 | have need of | - |
| rainbow | 12 | an arc of colored light in the sky caused by refraction of the sun's rays by rain | - |
| receipt | 11 | report the receipt of | - |
| ruining | 8 | destruction achieved by causing something to be wrecked or ruined | - |
| resting | 8 | - | - |
| railway | 13 | line that is the commercial organization responsible for operating a system of transportation for trains that pull passengers or freight | - |
| radical | 10 | (used of opinions and actions) far beyond the norm | radical opinions on education |
| regrets | 8 | a polite refusal of an invitation | - |
| rescued | 10 | delivered from danger | - |
| robbing | 12 | - | - |
| reduced | 11 | well below normal (especially in price) | - |
| resolve | 10 | find the solution | - |
| rushing | 11 | the act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner | - |
| restore | 7 | restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken | - |
| reunion | 7 | the act of coming together again | - |
| roaring | 8 | a deep prolonged loud noise | - |
| rapidly | 13 | with speed | - |
| reflect | 12 | be bright by reflecting or casting light | Drive carefully--the wet road reflects |
| rooster | 7 | adult male chicken | - |
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8 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| remember | 14 | keep in mind for attention or consideration | - |
| research | 13 | inquire into | the students had to research the history of the Second World War for their history project |
| realized | 18 | successfully completed or brought to an end | the joy of a realized ambition overcame him |
| received | 14 | conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers | received standard English is sometimes called the King's English |
| recently | 13 | in the recent past | he was in Paris recently |
| romantic | 12 | expressive of or exciting sexual love or romance | a romantic adventure |
| released | 9 | - | - |
| religion | 9 | a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny | - |
| reporter | 10 | a person who investigates and reports or edits news stories | - |
| reported | 11 | made known or told about; especially presented in a formal account | his reported opinion |
| reaction | 10 | (chemistry) a process in which one or more substances are changed into others | there was a chemical reaction of the lime with the ground water |
| response | 10 | the speech act of continuing a conversational exchange | - |
| register | 9 | an official written record of names or events or transactions | - |
| recorded | 12 | (of securities) having the owner's name entered in a register | recorded holders of a stock |
| required | 18 | required by rule | required reading |
| relative | 11 | an animal or plant that bears a relationship to another (as related by common descent or by membership in the same genus) | - |
| republic | 14 | a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them | - |
| reverend | 12 | worthy of adoration or reverence | - |
| replaced | 13 | - | - |
| reaching | 14 | the act of physically reaching or thrusting out | - |
| realised | 9 | successfully completed or brought to an end | - |
| rejected | 18 | rebuffed (by a lover) without warning | - |
| relation | 8 | (law) the principle that an act done at a later time is deemed by law to have occurred at an earlier time | his attorney argued for the relation back of the amended complaint to the time the initial complaint was filed |
| retarded | 10 | people collectively who are mentally retarded | he started a school for the retarded |
| roommate | 12 | an associate who shares a room with you | - |
| relieved | 12 | extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary | - |
| recovery | 16 | the act of regaining or saving something lost (or in danger of becoming lost) | - |
| rumbling | 13 | continuous full and low-pitched throbbing sound | the rumbling rolling sound of thunder |
| respects | 12 | (often used with `pay') a formal expression of esteem | he paid his respects to the mayor |
| reliable | 10 | conforming to fact and therefore worthy of belief | reliable information |
| restless | 8 | lacking or not affording physical or mental rest | a restless night |
| reserved | 12 | marked by self-restraint and reticence | was habitually reserved in speech, withholding her opinion |
| rehearse | 11 | engage in a rehearsal (of) | - |
| railroad | 9 | line that is the commercial organization responsible for operating a system of transportation for trains that pull passengers or freight | - |
| reindeer | 9 | Arctic deer with large antlers in both sexes; called `reindeer' in Eurasia and `caribou' in North America | - |
| relevant | 11 | having a bearing on or connection with the subject at issue | the scientist corresponds with colleagues in order to learn about matters relevant to her own research |
| resolved | 12 | explained or answered | mysteries solved and unsolved; problems resolved and unresolved |
| recorder | 11 | someone responsible for keeping records | - |
| rational | 8 | of or associated with or requiring the use of the mind | the triumph of the rational over the animal side of man |
| rattling | 9 | used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal | a rattling good yarn |
| resident | 9 | used of animals that do not migrate | - |
| ruthless | 11 | without mercy or pity | an act of ruthless ferocity |
| rosemary | 13 | widely cultivated for its fragrant grey-green leaves used in cooking and in perfumery | - |
| reckless | 14 | marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences | became the fiercest and most reckless of partisans |
| repeated | 11 | recurring again and again | - |
| restroom | 10 | a toilet that is available to the public | - |
| regional | 9 | related or limited to a particular region | a regional dialect |
| referred | 12 | - | - |
| regiment | 11 | army unit smaller than a division | - |
| relaxing | 16 | affording physical or mental rest | - |
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9 letter words
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| recognize | 21 | express greetings upon meeting someone | - |
| religious | 10 | concerned with sacred matters or religion or the church | religious texts |
| returning | 10 | tending to be turned back | - |
| recording | 13 | the act of making a record (especially an audio record) | she watched the recording from a sound-proof booth |
| represent | 11 | perform (a play), especially on a stage | - |
| recommend | 16 | push for something | The travel agent recommended strongly that we not travel on Thanksgiving Day |
| reception | 13 | the act of receiving | - |
| rehearsal | 12 | a practice session in preparation for a public performance (as of a play or speech or concert) | he missed too many rehearsals |
| regarding | 12 | - | - |
| recovered | 15 | freed from illness or injury | appears to be entirely recovered |
| relations | 9 | mutual dealings or connections or communications among persons or groups | - |
| remaining | 12 | not used up | saved the remaining sandwiches for supper |
| requested | 19 | asked for | the requested aid is forthcoming |
| reporting | 12 | the news as presented by reporters for newspapers or radio or television | - |
| recognise | 12 | express greetings upon meeting someone | - |
| respected | 14 | receiving deferential regard | a respected family |
| residence | 12 | a large and imposing house | - |
| radiation | 10 | the spontaneous emission of a stream of particles or electromagnetic rays in nuclear decay | - |
| receiving | 15 | - | - |
| reference | 14 | 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 |
| righteous | 13 | characterized by or proceeding from accepted standards of morality or justice | the...prayer of a righteous man availeth much |
| realistic | 11 | representing what is real; not abstract or ideal | realistic portraiture |
| referring | 13 | - | - |
| repeating | 12 | the act of doing or performing again | - |
| regularly | 13 | in a regular manner | letters arrived regularly from his children |
| rebellion | 11 | organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another | - |
| releasing | 10 | emotionally purging (of e.g. art) | - |
| revealing | 13 | disclosing unintentionally something concealed | - |
| rejection | 18 | (medicine) an immunological response that refuses to accept substances or organisms that are recognized as foreign | rejection of the transplanted liver |
| replacing | 14 | the act of furnishing an equivalent person or thing in the place of another | replacing the star will not be easy |
| realizing | 19 | - | - |
| robberies | 13 | - | - |
| reflected | 15 | (especially of incident sound or light) bent or sent back | reflected light |
| raspberry | 16 | a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt | - |
| reluctant | 11 | unwillingness to do something contrary to your custom | a reluctant smile |
| revolting | 13 | highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust | revolting food |
| reproduce | 14 | repeat after memorization | - |
| reservoir | 12 | lake used to store water for community use | - |
| reduction | 12 | the act of decreasing or reducing something | - |
| remarried | 12 | - | - |
| resistant | 9 | disposed to or engaged in defiance of established authority | - |
| reasoning | 10 | thinking that is coherent and logical | - |
| recycling | 17 | the act of processing used or abandoned materials for use in creating new products | - |
| restraint | 9 | the state of being physically constrained | dogs should be kept under restraint |
| rehearsed | 13 | - | - |
| repressed | 12 | characterized by or showing the suppression of impulses or emotions | repressed rage turned his face scarlet |
| repulsive | 14 | so extremely ugly as to be terrifying | a repulsive mask |
| roadblock | 18 | a barrier set up by police to stop traffic on a street or road in order to catch a fugitive or inspect traffic etc. | - |
| ravishing | 16 | stunningly beautiful | a ravishing blonde |
| riverside | 13 | the bank of a river | - |
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10 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| restaurant | 10 | a building where people go to eat | - |
| ridiculous | 13 | inspiring scornful pity | - |
| revolution | 13 | a single complete turn (axial or orbital) | the revolution of the earth about the sun takes one year |
| reputation | 12 | the state of being held in high esteem and honor | - |
| reasonable | 12 | not excessive or extreme | reasonable prices |
| recognized | 23 | provided with a secure reputation | a recognized authority |
| resistance | 12 | an electrical device that resists the flow of electrical current | - |
| remarkable | 18 | worthy of attention because interesting, significant, or unusual | a remarkable achievement |
| registered | 12 | listed or recorded officially | record is made of `registered mail' at each point on its route to assure safe delivery |
| retirement | 12 | withdrawal for prayer and study and meditation | - |
| reflection | 15 | a likeness in which left and right are reversed | - |
| regardless | 12 | in spite of everything; without regard to drawbacks | he carried on regardless of the difficulties |
| reconsider | 13 | consider again (a bill) that had been voted upon before, with a view to altering it | - |
| republican | 16 | a tributary of the Kansas River that flows from eastern Colorado eastward through Nebraska and Kansas | - |
| rehearsing | 14 | - | - |
| relatively | 16 | in a relative manner; by comparison to something else | the situation is relatively calm now |
| restricted | 13 | restricted in meaning; (as e.g. `man' in `a tall man') | - |
| revelation | 13 | the last book of the New Testament; contains visionary descriptions of heaven and of conflicts between good and evil and of the end of the world; attributed to Saint John the Apostle | - |
| rendezvous | 23 | a date; usually with a member of the opposite sex | - |
| repeatedly | 16 | several time | it must be washed repeatedly |
| refreshing | 17 | pleasantly new or different | common sense of a most refreshing sort |
| recovering | 16 | returning to health after illness or debility | - |
| recognised | 14 | provided with a secure reputation | - |
| resolution | 10 | the trait of being resolute | it was his unshakeable resolution to finish the work |
| regulation | 11 | the act of controlling or directing according to rule | fiscal regulations are in the hands of politicians |
| respectful | 17 | feeling or manifesting veneration | - |
| redemption | 15 | the act of purchasing back something previously sold | - |
| researcher | 15 | a scientist who devotes himself to doing research | - |
| renovation | 13 | the act of improving by renewing and restoring | they are pursuing a general program of renovation to the entire property |
| relentless | 10 | never-ceasing | the relentless beat of the drums |
| repression | 12 | a state of forcible subjugation | the long repression of Christian sects |
| remarkably | 21 | to a remarkable degree or extent | - |
| respecting | 15 | - | - |
| reschedule | 16 | assign a new time and place for an event | We had to reschedule the doctor's appointment |
| resentment | 12 | a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will | - |
| reassuring | 11 | restoring confidence and relieving anxiety | a very reassuring remark |
| rebellious | 12 | discontented as toward authority | - |
| recreation | 12 | activity that refreshes and recreates; activity that renews your health and spirits by enjoyment and relaxation | days of joyous recreation with his friends |
| rebuilding | 14 | building again | - |
| reasonably | 15 | with good sense or in a reasonable or intelligent manner | acted quite reasonably |
| roundabout | 13 | a road junction at which traffic streams circularly around a central island | - |
| relaxation | 17 | the act of making less strict | - |
| reinforced | 16 | (used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness | - |
| reflecting | 16 | causing reflection or having a device that reflects | a reflecting microscope |
| rainforest | 13 | a forest with heavy annual rainfall | - |
| repetition | 12 | an event that repeats | - |
| relativity | 16 | (physics) the theory that space and time are relative concepts rather than absolute concepts | - |
| respective | 17 | considered individually | the respective club members |
| repentance | 14 | remorse for your past conduct | - |
| restrained | 11 | prudent | - |
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Imagine a world where words starting with R reign supreme. These versatile and vivacious words ripple through our conversations, adding richness, rhythm, and sometimes even a touch of rambunctiousness to our language. From the robust “roar” of a lion to the gentle “rustle” of leaves, R-words are a rollercoaster ride of sounds and meanings. In the sections below, we’ll delve into the delightful domain of these words, exploring their significance, popular examples, Scrabble potential, Wordle wonders, and even some rare finds that will tickle your linguistic fancy.
About words starting with R
The letter R is a frequent flyer in the English language, making its presence known across a multitude of words. Its distinctive rolling sound can transform the feel of a word entirely. For instance, compare the calmness of "rest" with the energy of "run." R’s position within a word can also influence its meaning and pronunciation. At the beginning of a word, it often signifies action or movement, as seen in "race" or "ride." Meanwhile, nestled within a word, it can add depth and complexity, such as in "surprise."
R-words are not only fun to say but also incredibly useful. They capture a range of human experiences and emotions, from "rage" to "relax," making them indispensable in everyday communication. The versatility of R-words extends to various fields, including science, literature, and pop culture. Whether you're reading about a "rocket" launch or debating the merits of a "remake" of a classic film, R-words are omnipresent and impactful.
Popular word examples
R-words are everywhere, and they’re some of the most commonly used in English. Here are ten popular examples that illustrate their varied uses and unique characteristics:
Run
- Definition: To move swiftly on foot.
- Example in a Sentence: She decided to run every morning to stay fit.
- Fun Fact: The word "run" has the most definitions of any word in the English language - over 600!
Rainbow
- Definition: A meteorological phenomenon that is caused by reflection, refraction, and dispersion of light in water droplets.
- Example in a Sentence: After the storm, a beautiful rainbow appeared in the sky.
- Fun Fact: Rainbows actually form a full circle, but we usually see only the top half from the ground.
Robot
- Definition: A machine capable of carrying out complex actions automatically.
- Example in a Sentence: The factory uses a robot to assemble cars.
- Fun Fact: The term "robot" comes from a Czech word meaning "forced labor."
Riddle
- Definition: A question or statement intentionally phrased to require ingenuity in ascertaining its answer.
- Example in a Sentence: He loves to challenge his friends with a tricky riddle.
- Fun Fact: The world's oldest recorded riddle dates back to ancient Sumeria around 2350 B.C.
River
- Definition: A large natural stream of water flowing in a channel to the sea, a lake, or another river.
- Example in a Sentence: They went kayaking down the river during their vacation.
- Fun Fact: The Amazon River is the largest by discharge volume of water in the world.
Roar
- Definition: A full, deep, prolonged cry uttered by a lion or other large wild animal.
- Example in a Sentence: The lion's roar could be heard from miles away.
- Fun Fact: Lions' roars can reach up to 114 decibels, about as loud as a rock concert!
Rebel
- Definition: A person who rises in opposition or armed resistance against an established government or ruler.
- Example in a Sentence: The rebel forces gathered to plan their next move.
- Fun Fact: The term "rebel" can also be used as a verb, meaning to resist authority or control.
Recipe
- Definition: A set of instructions for preparing a particular dish, including a list of the ingredients required.
- Example in a Sentence: She followed a new recipe to bake the cake.
- Fun Fact: The oldest known written recipes date back to approximately 1600 BC in ancient Mesopotamia.
Rhythm
- Definition: A strong, regular, repeated pattern of movement or sound.
- Example in a Sentence: The song had a catchy rhythm that made everyone want to dance.
- Fun Fact: "Rhythm" is one of the longest English words without a vowel.
Radiant
- Definition: Sending out light; shining or glowing brightly.
- Example in a Sentence: Her radiant smile lit up the room.
- Fun Fact: The term "radiant" is often used in physics to describe energy emitted as radiation.
High-scoring scrabble examples
Scrabble enthusiasts know the value of high-scoring words. Here are some top-tier R-words that can help you rack up points:
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Quizzers | 36 | A person who quizzes or takes quizzes |
| Quartzes | 35 | Plural of quartz, a hard mineral |
| Racquets | 19 | Plural of racquet, used in sports like tennis |
| Requiems | 19 | Musical compositions honoring the dead |
| Refluxed | 19 | To cause liquid to flow backward |
| Razzmatazz | 45 | Elaborate or showy activity |
| Rhizomes | 22 | Underground stems of plants |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Wordle fans, rejoice! Here are some five-letter R-words that are perfect for your next game:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Reach | To stretch out an arm to touch something |
| React | To respond or behave in a particular way |
| Razor | A tool used for shaving |
| Regal | Pertaining to royalty |
| Rally | A mass meeting of people making a political protest or showing support |
| Realm | A kingdom or domain |
| Rinse | To wash lightly, especially with water |
Unusual and rare word examples
For those who love the obscure and the odd, here are some rare R-words that will pique your interest:
Raconteur
- Definition: A person who tells anecdotes in a skillful and amusing way.
- Interesting Fact: The word comes from the French "raconter," meaning "to recount."
- Example in a Sentence: He was a charming raconteur, always entertaining us with his stories.
Rictus
- Definition: A fixed grimace or grin.
- Interesting Fact: Originally from Latin, the word "rictus" refers to the gaping mouth of a bird or animal.
- Example in a Sentence: His face was frozen in a rictus of fear.
Riparian
- Definition: Relating to or situated on the banks of a river.
- Interesting Fact: The term is often used in ecology to describe habitats adjacent to rivers and streams.
- Example in a Sentence: The riparian vegetation was lush and diverse.
Rubric
- Definition: A heading on a document, often written in red; a category.
- Interesting Fact: The word "rubric" comes from the Latin "rubrica," meaning red ochre.
- Example in a Sentence: The teacher explained each section of the rubric before we started the project.
Roxolani
- Definition: An ancient Sarmatian people of Eastern Europe.
- Interesting Fact: The Roxolani were known for their fierce warrior culture.
- Example in a Sentence: The historian specialized in the study of the Roxolani tribes.
Final words
From the radiant to the rare, words starting with R add a remarkable range of flavor to our language. Whether you’re a Scrabble strategist, a Wordle wizard, or just someone who loves a good story, these R-words are sure to resonate. Dive into the rich world of R, and let these words run wild in your vocabulary!
