Words That Start With R

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1 right Correct, true, or in accordance with fact or good judgment.
2 really In actual fact; truly, as opposed to seeming or claiming to be so.
3 real Actually existing or happening, rather than imagined, fictional, or invented.
4 read To look at written words or symbols and understand their meaning.
5 run To move quickly on foot, faster than walking.
6 room A separate enclosed space within a building, with its own walls, floor, and ceiling.
7 remember To bring something back to mind from memory.
8 research Careful, systematic study of a subject to discover or confirm facts.
9 rather Used to show a preference for one thing over another.
10 reason A cause or explanation for something; the motive behind an action.
11 red Having the color of blood, ripe strawberries, or a stop light.
12 report To give an account of an event or pass on information that has been observed or heard.
13 ready Fully prepared for something and able to act immediately.
14 return To come or go back to a place, or to give something back to its owner.
15 role A part played by an actor in a performance.
16 rest Relief from work or activity, especially by sleeping or relaxing.
17 result To happen as a consequence of something else.
18 road A paved or surfaced route built for vehicles and pedestrians to travel between places.
19 received Widely accepted as true or standard.
20 rate A measure of how fast something happens, or how one quantity compares to another.
21 record A written or stored account of information, kept for future reference.
22 running The activity of moving fast on foot, whether as exercise, sport, or everyday movement.
23 re Concerning or with reference to something, commonly used to introduce the subject of a letter, email, or docum...
24 relationship The way two or more people or things are connected, or the connection itself.
25 round Shaped like a circle or sphere, with no sharp corners.
26 range The full span between the lowest and highest of something, such as values, prices, or distances.
27 risk The chance that something bad will happen as a result of an action or situation.
28 related Connected in some way to something else.
29 review A written or spoken evaluation of a book, film, product, or performance.
30 Rules The set of official regulations that govern a game, organization, or activity.
31 reading The activity of looking at and understanding written text.
32 release To set free or allow to leave, especially from captivity or confinement.
33 radio The technology of sending sound over distances using electromagnetic waves, or the broadcasting medium built o...
34 respect A feeling of admiration for someone or something, based on their qualities or achievements.
35 race A contest to see who is fastest at reaching a goal.
36 response An answer or reply given to a question, request, or message.
37 recent Having happened not long ago.
38 required Necessary or mandatory.
39 river A large natural stream of water flowing across land, usually into the sea, a lake, or another river.
40 rock A hard natural mineral material, or a piece of it such as a stone or boulder.
41 rule An official regulation or guideline that governs behaviour or a process.
42 recently A short time ago, or in the near past.
43 Russian Relating to Russia, its people, culture, or language.
44 reach To stretch out an arm or hand toward something in order to touch or grasp it.
45 religious Relating to religion or religious belief.
46 regular Happening at consistent, predictable intervals.
47 reality The state of things as they actually exist, rather than as they are imagined or wished to be.
48 remain To stay in the same place, condition, or state without changing.
49 rich Having a great deal of money or valuable possessions; wealthy.
50 remains The parts of something that are left after most of it has gone or been destroyed.
51 royal Belonging to, or connected with, a king, queen, or their family.
52 ran Past tense of "run": moved on foot at a pace faster than walking.
53 responsible Having a duty to take care of something, or being accountable for its outcome.
54 Russia A vast country spanning Eastern Europe and North Asia, with Moscow as its capital.
55 raised Higher than the surrounding surface; embossed or built up.
56 returned Having come back, especially from a trip, war, or absence.
57 rise To move upward or increase.
58 reference A mention of, or connection to, something else.
59 rose A shrub or climbing plant, or its flower, prized for its fragrance and often thorny stems.
60 realize To become fully aware of a fact or situation, especially one that was true all along.
61 receive To be given, sent, or handed something.
62 regional Relating to a particular area or district rather than the whole country.
63 religion Belief in a god or gods, along with the practices and rituals connected to that belief.
64 Robert A masculine given name of Germanic origin, meaning "bright fame", and a French surname.
65 removed Separated by distance, time, or degree.
66 ride To travel while sitting on and controlling a horse, bike, or similar vehicle.
67 ring A small circular band, often worn on a finger as jewelry.
68 runs Informal term for diarrhea.
69 republic A country governed by elected representatives and a head of state who is not a monarch.
70 Richard Vulgar slang for a piece of solid human waste.
71 require To need something as essential.
72 responsibility The state of being accountable for something, or the duty to deal with it.
73 raise To move or lift something to a higher position.
74 rare Not common; found or happening only occasionally.
75 reduce To make something smaller in size, amount, or intensity.
76 rain Water falling from clouds in drops.
77 reaction A response, in words, feelings, or actions, to something that has happened.
78 reduced Made smaller or less than before.
79 roll To move by turning over and over on a surface.
80 route The path or course taken to get from one place to another.
81 relatively Fairly or somewhat, when judged against a typical standard.
82 request To ask for something, often politely or formally.
83 revolution A forcible overthrow of a government or social order in favour of a new system.
84 recorded Captured and stored in some permanent form, such as audio, video, or writing.
85 remove To take something away from its place.
86 restaurant A business where meals are prepared and served to customers, usually for payment.
87 remaining Still there after everything or everyone else has gone or been dealt with.
88 ray A narrow beam of light or other radiation.
89 regarding Concerning; about; with reference to.
90 reporting The activity of preparing reports, whether in business, government, or similar settings.
91 rural Relating to the countryside, farmland, or village life, as opposed to cities.
92 reform A change made to improve something, especially a system, law, or institution.
93 revealed Made known, especially through religious or divine communication.
94 represent To act or speak on behalf of someone else.
95 relevant Closely connected to or important for the subject being discussed.
96 reserve To book or set something aside in advance for later use.
97 row A straight line of people or things placed next to each other.
98 reply To give a spoken or written answer to a question, message, or accusation.
99 reasonable Fair and sensible; based on good judgment.
100 regions Areas outside a country's capital or main city, especially when contrasted with it.
101 resolution A firm decision to do or not do something.
102 revenue The total money a business, organization, or government takes in before costs are subtracted.
103 recognized Widely accepted or acknowledged as valid, official, or distinguished.
104 recovery A return to a normal or better condition after illness, damage, or difficulty.
105 representative Typical of a larger group; standing for the qualities of that group.
106 resistance The act of opposing or fighting against something.
107 roman Relating to the city of Rome or the ancient Roman Empire.
108 Rome The capital city of Italy, historically the capital of the ancient Roman Empire, and by extension a name for t...
109 refer To direct someone's attention to something, or send them elsewhere for information or help.
110 relief A feeling of ease or reassurance after the removal of stress, pain, or worry.
111 replace To put something new in the place of something old, broken, or lost.
112 respond To say or write something as an answer.
113 random Happening or chosen without any particular pattern, plan, or reason.
114 republican A person who supports republican government — rule by elected representatives rather than a monarch.
115 receiving The act of getting or accepting something that is given or sent.
116 regard Respect or high opinion of someone or something.
117 register To add a name, item, or event to an official list or record.
118 relative Considered in comparison with something else, rather than in absolute terms.
119 recognize To identify someone or something as already known from a previous encounter.
120 recognition The act of identifying someone or something as already known.
121 returns Goods sent back to a seller, usually for a refund or exchange.
122 raw Not cooked.
123 resulting Coming about as a direct consequence of something just mentioned.
124 rice A cereal grass grown widely in flooded paddies, or the starchy seeds it produces that are eaten as a staple fo...
125 riding The activity of travelling on horseback, a bicycle, or similar.
126 rising An armed revolt or uprising against a ruler or government.
127 roads A sheltered stretch of water near the coast where ships can safely anchor.
128 Roles A surname, likely a variant of Rolls or Rowles.
129 regularly At consistent intervals; often and predictably.
130 returning The act of coming back.
131 roof The structure covering the top of a building or vehicle.
132 Ryan A given name, originally an Irish surname meaning roughly "descendant of Rian," now common for both boys and g...
133 repeat To say or do something again.
134 recording Something (sound, video, etc.) that has been captured and stored.
135 rent The regular payment a tenant makes to use someone else's property.
136 racing The sport or activity of competing in races.
137 rapid Happening or moving very quickly.
138 relation The way in which two or more things are connected or associated with each other.
139 rough Having an uneven or bumpy surface; not smooth.
140 rail A horizontal bar used as a support or barrier, or one of the metal bars that trains run on.
141 reaching The act of stretching out to grasp or touch something.
142 rush To hurry or do something very quickly, sometimes carelessly.
143 railway A transport system that runs trains on fixed tracks (British English).
144 reduction The act of making something smaller, or the amount by which it has been decreased.
145 regardless Without letting something change the outcome; no matter what.
146 regime A government in power, especially one seen as authoritarian.
147 rescue To save someone or something from danger, harm, or a difficult situation.
148 recommended Suggested as good, suitable, or advisable.
149 registered Officially entered on a list or record.
150 reputation The general opinion that people hold about someone or something.
151 rid To free a person, place, or thing of something unwanted, usually followed by "of."
152 rolling The action of something turning over and over as it moves.
153 rarely Not often; seldom.
154 remote Far away in distance; hard to reach.
155 respectively In the order given, matching each item on one list to the corresponding item on another.
156 raising The act of bringing up and caring for a child.
157 retail The business of selling goods directly to individual customers, rather than in bulk to other businesses.
158 retirement The act of leaving your job or career for good, usually after reaching a certain age.
159 ridiculous Deserving to be laughed at; absurd or foolish.
160 regulation An official rule issued by an authority to control how something is done.
161 root The underground part of a plant that anchors it and draws in water and nutrients.
162 rank A person's position or level in a hierarchy, such as in the military or an organisation.
163 rating A score or ranking showing how good, popular, or capable something is.
164 recall To bring a past event or fact back into your mind; to remember.
165 recommend To suggest that someone or something is good or suitable, often based on personal experience.
166 representing The act of standing in for or portraying someone or something.
167 reflect To bounce light, sound, or an image back off a surface.
168 refuse To say no to a request, offer, or order.
169 replacement A person or thing that takes the place of another.
170 representation The act of representing something, or something that stands in for something else.
171 romantic Full of feelings of love, especially idealized or passionate love; evoking that mood.
172 ratio A comparison between two amounts, showing how many times one contains the other.
173 resource Something available to be used to achieve a goal, such as materials, money, or people.
174 retired No longer working, especially after reaching pension age.
175 rapidly Quickly; at a fast pace.
176 residence The place where someone lives, especially a substantial or official home.
177 reveal To show or make known something that was hidden or secret.
178 rocks (slang) Money.
179 rugby A team sport played with an oval ball that can be carried, passed, or kicked, but not thrown forward.
180 rear To bring up and care for a child or young animal until maturity.
181 removal The act of taking something away or getting rid of it.
182 Rivers An English surname.
183 roger Used in radio communication to confirm that a message has been received and understood.
184 routine A fixed sequence of actions regularly followed.
185 regret To feel sorry about something that happened, or wish it had gone differently.
186 repair To fix something that is broken or damaged.
187 resident Living in a particular place on a long-term or permanent basis.
188 revolutionary Involving a complete or dramatic change.
189 Ross The rough, scaly bark on the outside of a tree trunk.
190 roughly Approximately; not exactly.
191 referring The act of directing attention to, or mentioning, something.
192 resort A place people visit for a holiday, often with hotels, entertainment, and leisure facilities.
193 remind To make someone remember something, or to bring something back to their mind.
194 reverse Opposite in position, direction, or order.
195 roots A person's family background, heritage, or place of origin.
196 reducing Causing a decrease in size, amount, or intensity.
197 regarded Thought of or viewed in a particular way, especially with respect.
198 reward Something given in return for good behaviour, effort, or service.
199 repeated Done or said more than once.
200 robin A small songbird with a red or orange breast; in Europe, a distinct species, and in North America, a different...
201 ruling An official decision made by a judge or other authority on a legal or procedural question.
202 radical Favoring extreme, fundamental change, especially in politics or society.
203 rob To take property from a person or place unlawfully, often through force or threat.
204 ruled Marked with straight printed or drawn lines.
205 ranked Given a position in an ordered list, especially by quality or performance.
206 reader A person who reads, especially someone who reads a particular publication or type of book.
207 residential Relating to housing or areas where people live, as opposed to business or industry.
208 rio A mid-tier grade of Spanish saffron, ranked below the top "mancha" and "coupé" grades but above the ordinary "...
209 ruin To destroy, spoil, or severely damage something so it no longer works or pleases.
210 reliable Consistently good in quality or performance; able to be trusted.
211 rely To depend on someone or something; to trust that it will do what is needed.
212 racial Relating to race or a particular racial group.
213 reception A formal social event, often to welcome or honor someone.
214 recover To get better after being ill, injured, or upset.
215 remarkable Unusual or impressive enough to deserve attention or comment.
216 rocket A vehicle or projectile driven by expelling burning gas, used to launch spacecraft, missiles, or fireworks.
217 relax To rest and become free of tension, stress, or worry.
218 reporter A journalist who gathers information and writes or broadcasts news stories.
219 revenge Harm done to someone in return for a wrong they committed against you.
220 ruined Destroyed, badly damaged, or left in a state of decay.
221 restricted Kept within set limits; not free to go beyond a boundary.
222 rick A large, often thatched, outdoor stack of hay, straw, or firewood.
223 Rounds A doctor's regular visits to check on patients, typically in a hospital.
224 relating The act of connecting things, or of identifying with someone.
225 requirement Something that is necessary or must be met before something else can happen.
226 realise The standard British spelling of "realize," meaning to become fully aware of something, or to achieve or make...
227 relate To tell or describe an event or story.
228 romance A loving relationship between two people, especially a passionate one.
229 Roy A male given name and surname with roots in Scottish Gaelic, French, and Bengali traditions.
230 restore To bring something back to its former, usually better, condition.
231 Ron A short form of the male given name Ronald.
232 rude Not polite; showing a lack of respect for others.
233 radar A system that detects and tracks objects by sending out radio waves and analyzing the signals that bounce back...
234 Rangers Used as shorthand for various sports teams named Rangers, such as the Texas Rangers or Rangers F.C.
235 rated Assigned an official classification or score, such as an age suitability rating or a technical performance lim...
236 reflected Bounced back off a surface, as light or sound.
237 reflection An image or copy of something formed by light bouncing off a surface.
238 regards Good wishes sent to someone, often used to close a letter or message.
239 rubber A stretchy, water-resistant material made from the sap of certain trees or synthetically.
240 reaches The furthest limits or extent of something, especially a river or an area.
241 racist A person who believes in or practises racism.
242 rally A large public gathering held to show support for a cause, person, or team.
243 ranging Moving or varying back and forth across an area or span.
244 removing The act of taking something away; removal.
245 repeatedly Again and again; many times.
246 requiring The act of demanding or needing something.
247 resolve To find a satisfactory solution to a problem or disagreement.
248 restored Brought back to a good or former condition.
249 retain To keep possession of something instead of losing or giving it up.
250 robot A machine, often shaped like a person, built to move and perform tasks on its own or under programmed control.
251 raid A sudden attack or surprise incursion, often by armed forces or police.
252 regulatory Relating to official rules or the bodies that enforce them.
253 reign The period of time during which a monarch rules.
254 rifle A long-barrelled firearm fired from the shoulder, with spiral grooves inside the barrel for accuracy.
255 rip To tear something apart quickly and forcefully.
256 rival A person, team, or organisation competing for the same goal as another.
257 Rolls An English surname, notably borne by Charles Rolls, co-founder of Rolls-Royce.
258 realistic Showing a sensible and practical understanding of what is actually possible.
259 recipe A set of instructions for cooking a dish, listing ingredients and the steps to combine and prepare them.
260 reserved Slow to show emotion or share opinions; quietly restrained in manner.
261 respected Held in high regard; admired for one's qualities or achievements.
262 respective Belonging or relating separately to each person or thing being discussed.
263 resist To try to stop or oppose something, or to refuse to give in to it.
264 resolved Firmly determined; having made up one's mind.
265 racism The belief that people can be divided into distinct races, with some inherently superior to others.
266 react To act, respond, or behave in a particular way because of something that has happened.
267 restoration The process of returning something to its original or an earlier good condition.
268 rage Intense, uncontrolled anger.
269 rat A rodent similar to a mouse but larger, often considered a pest.
270 rocky Covered with or made up of rocks.
271 ram An adult male sheep.
272 ranking A position in a list ordered by quality, success, or some other measure.
273 rap A rhythmic style of music where lyrics are spoken quickly, usually over a beat.
274 responding Present participle of respond — in the process of answering or reacting.
275 retreat The act of pulling back from danger, especially a military withdrawal.
276 Rogers An English patronymic surname meaning "son of Roger", and the name of several places in the United States.
277 rebel A person who fights against or refuses to obey an established authority.
278 rep A person who represents a company or group, especially in sales.
279 rod A straight, thin bar, stick, or pole made of wood, metal, or similar material.
280 runner A person who runs, especially as a sport or form of exercise.
281 Rachel A common female given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "ewe."
282 rational Based on clear reasoning and logic rather than emotion.
283 rats A mild exclamation of annoyance or disappointment.
284 reasonably In a sensible or fair way.
285 resume To start something again after it was paused or interrupted.
286 rhythm A regular, repeating pattern of beats or sounds, especially in music or speech.
287 riot A violent public disturbance caused by a crowd.
288 railroad A track and system of transport using trains (American English).
289 reconstruction The process of rebuilding something, or the rebuilt result.
290 reportedly According to what has been reported, though not necessarily confirmed.
291 rev To make an engine run faster, or to increase its speed.
292 receiver A person or thing that receives something.
293 recommendation A suggestion that something is good, suitable, or worth trying.
294 reject To refuse to accept, believe, or agree to something.
295 reminder Something that makes you remember or think of something else.
296 rotation The action or process of turning around a centre or axis.
297 reasoning The process of thinking through something logically to reach a conclusion.
298 releasing The act of setting something free or making it available.
299 remainder Whatever is left over once part of something has been taken away or used up.