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60 words & definitions

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