prostitution

The practice or occupation of engaging in sexual activity with someone for payment.

prostitution

act of engaging in sexual activity for payment


protagonist

The leading character in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.

prōtagōnistḗs (πρωταγωνιστής)

The first actor, chief competitor. From prōtos (first) + agōnistēs (actor, combatant).


protect

To keep someone or something safe from harm or injury.


protected

protect protection protector protective unprotected


protection

The act or process of keeping someone or something from harm or injury.

protect protector protective protectionism


protective

Providing or intended to provide protection.


protector

A person or thing that protects someone or something.

protect protection protective protectant


protein

A complex organic compound consisting of amino acids linked together; an essential nutrient found in foods.


protest

A statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something.


protestant

A follower of one of the Christian traditions that broke from the Roman Catholic Church during the Reformation.

protest protestation protester protestantism


protocol

A set of rules or procedures to be followed, especially in diplomatic or official contexts.


prototype

A first or preliminary version of a device from which other forms are developed.

prōtótypon (πρωτότυπον)

A first or original form. From prōtos (first) + typos (impression, mold).


proud

Feeling deep pleasure or satisfaction from one's own achievements or those of someone with whom one is closely associated.


prove

To demonstrate the truth or existence of something by evidence or argument.


provide

To supply or furnish someone with something needed.


provided

Supplied or made available; on condition that.


providence

The protective care of God or of nature as a spiritual power.

provide provident provision supervise visible


provider

A person or organization that supplies or makes available something needed or wanted.

provide provision provident providential


providers

People or organizations that supply or furnish something needed.

providers

people or organizations that supply something needed


provides

Supplies or makes available something needed or wanted.

provide provider provision providence provident


providing

Supplying or furnishing something that is needed or requested.


province

A principal administrative division of certain countries or empires.

province

province

provincia

a territory abroad under Roman administration, sphere of office


provision

A supply of food and drink, or a condition or clause in a legal document.

provide provider provision provisional proviso


provisions

Supplies of food and other essentials, or clauses or conditions in an agreement.

provision provisioned provisional provide


provoke

To stimulate or incite (someone) to do or feel something, especially by arousing anger.


proximity

Proximity is the state of being near in space, time, or relation.

proximity

proximate proximal approximate approximation


proxy

The authority to represent someone else, especially in voting or legal matters.

proxy

The authority to represent someone else.

procure procurator secure curate proctor


pry

To look into or inquire about something too closely or nosily.

pry

to look into or inquire about something too closely


psi

The 23rd letter of the Greek alphabet (Ψ, ψ). Often used in physics and parapsychology.


psst

An exclamation used to attract someone's attention quietly.


pst

An interjection used to attract someone's attention quietly or discreetly.

pst

interjection used to attract quiet attention


psych

To intimidate or prepare someone mentally for something.

psychology psychic psycho psychiatry psychedelic


psyche

Psyche means the human soul, mind, or inner self.


psychiatric

Relating to the medical study and treatment of mental illness.

psychology psychosis pediatric geriatric podiatry


psychiatrist

A medical doctor specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness.

psychology psychiatry pediatrician geriatric


psychiatry

The branch of medicine dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness.

psykhḗ (ψυχή) + iatreía (ἰατρεία)

Soul/mind + healing. Coined in 1808 from Greek elements.


psychic

Relating to or denoting faculties or phenomena that are apparently inexplicable by natural laws, especially involving telepathy or clairvoyance.

psychology psyche psychiatry psychosis psychopath


psycho

A person suffering from a severe mental illness; a psychopath.

psychology psychic psychosis psychotic psychiatry


psychologist

*bhsūkh- (for psychē), *leg- (for logos)


psychology

The scientific study of the human mind and its functions.

psykhḗ (ψυχή) + -logía (-λογία)

Study of the soul/mind. From psykhē (breath, soul, mind) + logos (study).


psychopath

A person suffering from chronic mental disorder with abnormal or violent social behavior.


psychotic

Relating to, characterized by, or causing psychosis.

psyche psychology psychopathy analysis neurosis


puberty

The stage of development when the body becomes sexually mature.

pubertal pubescent pubescence prepuberty postpuberty


public

Relating to or belonging to people in general or the community as a whole.


publication

The action of making something publicly known or printed and distributed.


publications

Books, journals, or other printed or digital works made publicly available.


publicity

The act or state of being made known to the public.


publish

To prepare and issue (a book, journal, piece of music, etc.) for public sale, distribution, or readership.

public publication publicly populace republic


published

made publicly known or issued in print or digital form for distribution.


publisher

A person or company that prints or produces books, magazines, or other media for distribution.

publish published publishing publication


publishing

The process of producing and distributing books, journals, or other written works to the public.

publish public publicity publisher published


pubmed

A free search engine accessing the MEDLINE database of life science literature.

pubmed

MEDLINE

Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System


puck

A mischievous fairy, goblin, or sprite in English folklore.

puck

a mischievous fairy, goblin, or sprite in English folklore


pudding

A sweet or savory dish, typically soft, made with various ingredients and often steamed or baked.


puddle

A puddle is a small pool of standing water, and as a verb it means to dabble or make muddy.


puke

To vomit or eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth.


pull

To exert force on something so as to cause movement toward oneself.


pulp

A soft, moist, shapeless mass; especially the soft flesh of fruit or the fibrous material used in papermaking.


pulse

A rhythmic throbbing of arteries as blood is propelled through them.

pulse

impulse repulse pulsate compulsory expel propel


pump

A mechanical device using suction or pressure to raise or move liquids, compress gases, or force air into inflatable objects.

pump

A mechanical device using suction or pressure to raise or move liquids.


pumpkin

A large round orange-yellow fruit with a thick rind and many seeds.


punctual

Punctual means arriving or occurring exactly at the expected time.

punctuality punctually punctuation puncture punctilious


puncture

to pierce something with a small hole or tear.

puncture

punctured puncturing punctual punctuate punctilious


pundit

An expert in a particular subject who speaks publicly about it.


punish

To inflict a penalty or sanction on someone as retribution for an offense.


punishment

The infliction or imposition of a penalty as retribution for an offense.


punk

A subculture of music, fashion, and attitude characterized by rebellion and anti-establishment views, or a person associated with this subculture.

punk

A subculture of music, fashion, and attitude...


pupil

A person, typically a child or young person, who is being taught, or the dark circular opening in the center of the iris of the eye.


puppet

A movable model of a person or animal, typically moved by strings or by a hand inside it.


puppy

A young dog, typically under one year of age.


pure

Not mixed or adulterated with any other substance or matter; free from contaminants.


purity

The state of being pure, clean, or untainted.


purple

Purple is a color intermediate between blue and red.


purpose

The reason for which something is done or created; an intended or desired result.

purposeful purposeless purposely repurpose


purposely

In a deliberate and intentional manner; done on purpose rather than by accident.

purposely

purposely

purpose

purpos / porpos

porposer

proponere

to put forward (pro- + ponere, to place)

purpose purposeful purposeless purposed purposefulness


purposes

The intended function or reason for which something is created or done.


purse

A small bag or pouch, typically used for carrying money.


pursue

To follow or chase (someone or something).

pursue

pursuit suitor consequence prosecute sequent sequence


push

To exert force on something so as to cause movement away from oneself.


pussycat

A cat, or an affectionate term for a mild or timid person.

pussycat

A cat or an affectionate term for a mild person.


put

To place or position something in a particular location.


puzzle

A game, toy, or problem designed to test ingenuity or knowledge.


pyjama

A loose two-piece sleeping garment consisting of trousers and a jacket.

pyjama

pyjamas

loose trousers tied at waist, adopted from South Asian dress for sleeping


pyramid

A monumental structure with a square base and triangular sides meeting at a point.

pyramís (πυραμίς)

A pyramid. Possibly from Egyptian, or from pyros (wheat), referring to shape of wheat cake.


python

A large constricting snake, or a high-level programming language.

python

Python

Pythōn

mythical serpent; ancient name for Delphi


quack

Quack is a person who falsely claims medical skill, originally linked to a duck-like cry.

quack

a fraudulent pretender to medical knowledge


quad

A courtyard, especially in a school or college.


quadrant

One of four equal parts of a plane, circle, or other area.

quadrature quadrilateral quadratic quadrangle quad


quaint

Having an old-fashioned, charming, or unusual quality.

quaint

having an old-fashioned, charming, or unusual quality


qualification

A quality or accomplishment that makes someone suitable for a particular job or activity.


quality

The degree of excellence or the standard of something.


quantitative

Relating to or measurable by quantity or amount.

quantity quantify quality quantum quotient


quantity

The amount or number of something, measured or unmeasured.


quantum

A discrete quantity of energy proportional in magnitude to the frequency of the radiation it represents.

quantum

quantum

*kʷo-

stem for interrogative/relative pronouns


quarantine

A state of isolation to prevent the spread of contagious disease.


quarrel

querulous query quest questioning quarrelsome


quarter

One fourth of something; a three-month period; or to provide lodging.

quarterly quarter-final quartered quartering


quarterly

Occurring or payable once every three months.


queen

A female monarch or the wife of a king, or a dominant female in a colony of social insects.


queer

Strange or odd; also used as an umbrella term for sexual and gender minorities.


query

A question or inquiry, especially one directed at a database or search system.


question

A sentence, phrase, or gesture seeking information or clarification about something.


questionable

Likely to be doubted, disputed, or not fully reliable.

question questioning questioner questionably questionable


questionnaire

A set of printed or written questions with a choice of answers, devised for the purposes of a survey or statistical study.

questionnaire

questionnaire

collection of questions (from question + -aire suffix)


questions

Inquiries seeking information or clarification; matters requiring consideration.

question questioner question-asking enquiry


quick

Lasting or taking a short time; moving or done fast.


quickly

With great speed; rapidly or in a short time.


quid

A portion of something, especially tobacco, for chewing.


quietly

In a manner that makes little or no noise; calmly and without disturbance.

quiet quietness quietude disquiet tranquil quiescent


quilt

A bed covering made of two layers of cloth with a layer of batting between them, all stitched together, typically in a decorative design.


quincy

A French-derived proper name and surname originally tied to a place name.

a Roman personal name from quintus, "fifth"

quincy

Quincy

a place name and surname from a Gallo-Roman estate name


quit

To leave a place, job, or school permanently; to stop doing something.


quite

To a considerable extent; fairly, rather, or completely.


quiz

A test of knowledge, especially as a competition or game.


quota

A quota is a fixed share or limit assigned to someone or something.


quote

To repeat or reproduce exact words from a source or to provide a price estimate.

quote

quote

to mark with a quote mark or number passages


quotes

Repeats or cites words exactly as spoken or written, or a price estimate for services or goods.


rabbi

A Jewish scholar or teacher, especially one who studies or teaches Jewish law.


rabbit

A burrowing, herbivorous mammal with long ears, long hind legs, and a short fluffy tail.


rabid

Afflicted with rabies or, figuratively, exhibiting extreme and irrational fervor for a cause or belief.


rabies

Rabies is a viral disease of the nervous system that causes severe brain inflammation and is usually fatal once symptoms appear.


raccoon

A raccoon is a nocturnal North American mammal known for its masked face and ringed tail.

raccoons racoon raccoonish raccoon-like raccoony


race

A competition of speed between individuals or animals.


racing

The sport or activity of competing in speed competitions; moving at high speed.

race racer racetrack racehorse racing-car


racism

Racism is prejudice, discrimination, or hostility directed against people because of race or ethnicity.

racism

prejudice or discrimination based on race

race

lineage, breed, or people classified together


rack

A framework or stand, typically with bars or hooks, for holding or displaying things.


racket

A loud, unpleasant noise, or an illegal scheme for obtaining money.


rad

Rad means excellent or exciting in informal English, originally a clipping of radical.

rad

radical

original source of the clipped slang form


radar

A system for detecting the presence, direction, distance, and speed of aircraft, ships, and other objects, by sending out pulses of radio waves which are reflected off the object back to the source.


radiant

Radiant means emitting light or warmth, or figuratively shining with joy or beauty.


radiation

The emission of energy as electromagnetic waves or as moving subatomic particles, especially high-energy particles that cause ionization.

radiation

The emission of energy as waves or particles.


radiator

A radiator is a device that emits heat, usually by circulating hot water or steam through metal surfaces.

radiator

French radiateur

radiating device or thing that emits rays

radiate radiation radiant radius irradiate


radical

Relating to or affecting the fundamental nature of something; far-reaching or thorough.


radio

A system of wireless transmission and reception of electromagnetic waves for communication and entertainment.


radioactive

Emitting radiation as a result of the spontaneous disintegration of atomic nuclei.

radiation radiate activity reactor radio


radius

A straight line from the center to the circumference of a circle or sphere; also, a specified circular area.


rafe

Rafe is a seam-like line or ridge, especially in anatomy or botany.


raft

A flat buoyant structure of timber or other materials fastened together, used as a boat or for flotation.


raid

A sudden attack or assault, especially by a military or police force.


rail

A bar or series of bars, typically of metal or wood, serving as a barrier or support.


rain

Water falling in drops condensed from clouds in the atmosphere.


rainbow

An arch of colors visible in the sky, caused by the refraction and dispersion of the sun's light by rain or other water droplets.


rainforest

A dense forest that receives very high rainfall, especially in tropical regions.


raise

To lift or elevate something to a higher position.


raj

Rule or sovereignty, especially the British rule in India.


raja

A prince, chief, or ruler in India or Southeast Asia, historically used as a title for monarchs or feudal lords.


rake

A toothed tool used for gathering leaves, hay, or other loose material.


ramp

A ramp is a sloping surface or structure used to connect different levels.

ramp

a sloping surface or structure used to connect levels


ranch

A large farm, especially in the western US and Canada, where cattle, horses, or sheep are bred and raised.


rand

The basic monetary unit of South Africa, equal to 100 cents.

White Waters Ridge (a region in South Africa)


random

Proceeding, made, or occurring without definite aim, reason, or pattern; haphazard.

randomly randomness randomize randomization


randomly

In a random manner; without a definite pattern, plan, or order.


range

A line of mountains or hills, or the extent or scope of something.


ranger

A keeper of a park, forest, or area of countryside.


rank

A position in a hierarchy or order; to assign a position or level.


rape

The unlawful sexual penetration of a person without their consent.


rapid

Happening in a short time or at a great rate.


rascal

A mischievous or cheeky person, especially a child or man.

scoundrel rogue villain mischievous rascally


rash

Acting or done without careful consideration of the possible consequences; impetuous.


raspberry

A soft edible berry made of many small drupelets.

raspberry

a soft edible berry made of many small drupelets

raspis

an earlier form of the fruit name of uncertain origin

raspberries
raspberry bush
raspberry cane
raspberry jam
raspberry-colored


rat

A rodent larger than a mouse, typically having a pointed snout and a long, hairless tail.


rate

The speed or frequency at which something occurs; to assign a value or ranking to something.


rated

Assigned a particular rank, score, or classification based on evaluation.


rates

Plural of rate; measures or speeds of something per unit, or prices charged.


rather

To a certain or significant degree; more precisely; preferably or more willingly.


rating

A classification or ranking assigned to something based on quality or performance.


ratings

Numerical scores or classifications assigned to assess quality or performance.


ratio

The quantitative relationship between two or more values expressed as a quotient.


ration

A ration is a fixed allowance or portion of food, supplies, or other goods.

ratio rational rationing rationed rationer


rational

Based on or in accordance with reason or logic.

reason ratio rationalize irrational ration


rattle

To make a rapid succession of short, sharp knocking sounds.

clatter crack rustle prattle rattlesnake


raven

A large, glossy black bird of the crow family, known for its intelligence and often ominous symbolism.


raw

In its natural state; not yet cooked, processed, or refined.

rawness rawly rare undercooked unprocessed


ray

A line or beam of light; a thin line extending from a point.


razor

An instrument with a sharp blade or blades, used for shaving or removing hair.


reach

To arrive at or get to a place, or to stretch out to touch or grasp something.

reach reachable reaching reached overreach


react

To act in response to something or someone.

action actor active agent enact counteract


reaction

An action or feeling caused by another event or situation.


reactor

A device used to control a nuclear chain reaction or a vessel in which chemical reactions are carried out.


read

To look at written or printed words and understand their meaning.


reader

A person who reads or a device that interprets written or electronic information.


readers

Plural of reader; people who read or devices that read information.


reading

The action of looking at and comprehending written or printed words or symbols.


ready

Prepared or willing to do something; in a state of preparation.


real

Actually existing or occurring in fact; not imaginary or artificial.

real

actually existing, factual, not imaginary

reality realize really realism realistic


realistic

Representing things in a way that is accurate and true to life; practical and sensible.


reality

The state of things as they actually exist, in contrast to imagination or theories.


realize

To become fully aware of something; to make real or achieve something.

real reality realization surreal realistic


realm

A kingdom; a domain over which a sovereign or a large organization has control.


realty

Land and any buildings on it; real estate.

real
estate
reality
res
real-estate agent


reaper

A person or machine that cuts and gathers grain at harvest.

reaper

a person or machine that cuts and gathers grain at harvest


rear

To raise and care for (children or animals); also, the back part of something.


reason

A cause, explanation, or motive for something.

reasonable reasoning reasoned irrational


reasonable

Moderate and sensible in judgment or behavior; able to be explained or understood.

reason reasoning unreasonable reasonableness


reasons

Plural of reason; causes, motives, or the capacity for logical thought.

reason reasoning reasonable reasoned unreason


reassure

To reassure someone is to make them feel less worried or fearful.

reassure

to make someone feel less worried or fearful


rebel

A person who rises in opposition or armed resistance against an established authority.

rebellion belligerent bellicose bellow antebellum duel


rebellion

An act of open, organized, and often armed resistance to an established government or ruler.

revolt insurrection uprising mutiny rebel


rebellious

Rebellious means showing a desire to resist authority or established rules.

rebel rebellion rebelliously rebelliousness rebelling


rebirth

Rebirth is the act or experience of being born again or renewed.


reborn

Born again or restored to life, spirit, or condition.


rebound

To spring back after hitting something; to recover in value, amount, or strength.


receipt

A written acknowledgment that something has been received.

receive reception recipient inception capable


receive

To get, accept, or take in something that is given or sent.


received

Past tense of receive; accepted, obtained, or took delivery of something.


receiver

A person who receives something; a device that converts incoming electrical signals into sound or light.

receiver

one who takes in or a device for reception

receive reception receptive receipt capture


receiving

The action of becoming the recipient of something given, sent, or paid.


recent

Belonging to a period not long ago; lately or newly occurred.


reception

The action or process of receiving something or of being received.


receptionist

A receptionist is a person who greets visitors and handles calls or messages at a front desk.

receptionist

reception receive receptive receptacle recipient receipt


receptor

A cell or nerve ending that responds to a stimulus in the internal or external environment of an organism.

receive reception reciprocal capacity capture


recess

A period of time when proceedings are temporarily suspended; also, a small space set back in a wall.


recession

A temporary decline in economic activity or, more generally, a drawing back or withdrawal.

recession

recess recessed recessive recessional recede


recipe

A set of instructions for preparing a particular dish, including a list of ingredients and the steps involved.


recipes

Sets of instructions for preparing a particular dish, including ingredients and cooking methods.


recipient

A person or thing that receives or is awarded something.

recipient

recipiens

receiving (present participle of recipere)


recital

A solo performance or formal reading, especially of music or poetry.

recital

récital

a solo performance or formal presentation


reckless

Heedless of danger or the consequences of one's actions.


reckon

To establish by counting or calculation; to conclude or think.

reckoning account recount calculation estimate


recognise

Identify (someone or something) from having encountered them before; know again.

cognition incognito agnostic know recognition


recognition

The action or process of recognizing or being recognized, in particular, identification of someone or something from previous encounters or knowledge.


recognize

To identify someone or something previously known.

recognition cognitive ignorant diagnosis agnostic


recommend

To suggest or propose something as worthy of consideration or adoption.


recommendation

A suggestion or proposal as to the best course of action, or a favorable mention of a person.

to commit to one's charge, entrust, praise


recommendations

Suggestions or proposals made as being good or advantageous.

recommend recommendation commend commendable commendation


recommended

Suggested as being good or suitable for a particular purpose.

recommend commend commendable commendation


reconcile

Reconcile means to restore friendly relations or make two things compatible.

reconciliation reconcilable reconciling reconciled conciliate


reconnaissance

A military or exploratory survey made to gather information about an area or situation.

reconnaissance

a military or exploratory survey made to gather information

recognize recognition recognizance reconnoiter recce


reconsider

Consider (something) again, especially for a possible change of decision or fresh review.

consider consideration considering reconsideration


reconstruction

The process of building or creating something again after it has been damaged or destroyed.

construct structure destruction rebuild construction


record

Information or data collected and preserved; an account of events or facts; a phonograph album.


recorded

Made a permanent account or evidence of something in writing or other medium.


recorder

A device for recording sound, pictures, or data; a person who records official proceedings.


recording

A reproduction of sound or video that has been captured and stored on a medium.

record
recorder
recorded
records
recording studio


records

Plural of record; multiple items of preserved information, accounts, or data.


recover

To regain possession or control of something lost or stolen.


recovery

The process of returning to a normal state of health, mind, or strength after illness, difficulty, or damage.


recreate

To create again, or to refresh and revive something.

create creation creative recreation recreative


recreation

An activity undertaken for enjoyment or relaxation.

recreate recreational recreating recreations


recreational

Relating to or denoting activity done for enjoyment when not working.

recreation re-create creative recreationalist


recruit

To enlist someone in the armed forces or another organization.

crescent increase decrease creation accretion


recruitment

The action of enlisting new people, typically for the armed forces or an organization.

recruitment

recruit crescent increase decrease accrue


recycle

recycle

cycle

a series of events that are regularly repeated in the same order

cycle bicycle cyclical encyclical unicycle


red

The color of blood or the longest visible wavelength of light.


redeem

Compensate for the faults or bad aspects of something.


redemption

The action of saving or being saved from sin, error, or evil; an act of atoning for a fault or mistake.

redeem exempt pre-emption ransom purchase


reduce

To make or become smaller in size, amount, or degree.

reduction reducer reduced reducible reducing


reduced

Made smaller in size, amount, or degree.

reduce reduction reducer reducing irreducible


reduction

The action or process of making something smaller in size, amount, degree, or importance.

reduction

reduction

reductio

reducere

to lead back, from re- (back) + ducere (to lead)


reed

A tall, slender-leaved plant of the grass family that grows in water or on marshy ground.


reef

A ridge of rocks, sand, or coral at or near the surface of the water.


reel

A cylinder or spool on which film, wire, or thread is wound.

reel

A cylinder on which film or thread is wound.


reeve

A reeve is a historical English local official or steward, especially a village headman or bailiff.


refer

To mention or make reference to something, or to direct someone to another person or source.

reference referral referring defer prefer


referee

A person who ensures that rules are followed in a contest or dispute.

referee

a person who ensures that rules are followed in a contest or dispute

refer reference referral referential referent


reference

A mention or allude to something; a source consulted or cited.


references

Plural of reference; mentions or citations of a source, or people who provide recommendations.

reference refer referent referral referenced


referral

The act of referring someone or something for consultation, review, or further action.


referred

Mentioned or alluded to something, or directed someone to another source or person.

referred

refer

referre

to carry back, to report, from re- (back) + ferre (to carry)


refinance

To finance something again, typically with a new loan at a lower interest rate.


reflect

To cast back light, heat, or sound without absorbing it; to think deeply or carefully about something.

reflection reflector flexible inflection deflect


reflection

The throwing back by a body or surface of light, heat, or sound without absorbing it. Also, serious thought or consideration.


reflex

A bending back, especially a reflected image or an involuntary response.

reflex

a reflected image or involuntary response

reflect reflection reflexive reflexology flex


refrain

To refrain is to hold oneself back from doing something or to stop an action.

refrainment refrained refraining refrainable


refrigerator

An appliance or compartment that is artificially kept cool and used to store food and drink.

refrigerate refreshment frigid refrigeration


refuge

The state of being safe or sheltered from pursuit, danger, or difficulty.


refund

To pay back money, typically to a customer who is not satisfied with goods or services bought.


refuse

To decline to accept, consent to, or do something.


regain

To get something back, especially something lost or taken away; to recover.


regarding

Concerning or relating to; with respect to.


regent

A person who rules in place of a monarch.

regent

a person who rules in place of a monarch


reggae

A style of popular music with a strongly accented offbeat, originating in Jamaica in the late 1960s.


regime

A system of government or rule, especially an authoritarian one.


regiment

A permanent unit of an army, typically commanded by a colonel and divided into several companies, squadrons, or troops.


region

An area, especially a part of a country or the world with identifiable characteristics or boundaries.


regional

Relating to or affecting a particular region or area.


regions

Large areas of land or space with identifiable characteristics or boundaries.


register

A record or list of items, or to record officially in a register.

registration registered registrar registry regist


registered

Officially recorded or listed; recorded in an official register.

register registrar registration registry


registrar

An official responsible for keeping a register or official records.

registrar

register registry registration registered


registration

The process of recording or enrolling something officially.


registry

A place where records are kept; a book or system for official records.

register registration regimen gestation gentry


regression

A return to a former or less developed state.

regression

regression

regressus

a going back (past participle of regredi)

regress aggressive progress degrade ingredient grade


regular

Occurring at fixed intervals; normal, expected, or consistent.

regulate regulation regularly regularity


regulate

To control or maintain the rate or speed of (a machine or process) so that it operates properly.


regulation

An official rule or order issued by an authority to control or manage behavior or activity.


regulations

Official rules or orders issued by an authority to control behavior or activity.

regulate regulatory regulation deregulation


rehabilitation

The action of restoring someone to health or normal life through training and therapy after imprisonment, addiction, or illness.


rehearsal

A practice or trial performance of a play, concert, or other work in preparation for a public presentation.


rehearse

To practice a play, piece of music, or other work for public performance.


reign

The period during which a sovereign rules.


reincarnation

The belief or doctrine that the soul is reborn into a new body after death; also a person or thing regarded as the reborn embodiment of a previous one.

incarnate incarnation carnal carnivore carnival


reindeer

A large deer with antlers, native to arctic and subarctic regions, often domesticated.


reject

To dismiss as inadequate, unacceptable, or faulty, or to refuse to accept.


rejection

The act of refusing, dismissing, or not accepting something.

reject rejected rejecting rejective rejector


related

Connected by family ties; having a significant connection or association with something.

relate relation relative relativity correlation


relation

The way in which two or more people or things are connected.

relative relate relationship relational refer


relations

Connections or dealings between people, groups, or countries.


relationship

The way two or more people or things are connected or interact with each other.


relationships

The state of being connected or associated with other people or things.


relative

A person connected by blood or marriage; also, considered in relation to something else rather than independently.

relation relate relationship correlate refer


relax

To make or become less tense, rigid, or anxious; to rest and ease effort.


relaxation

The state of being free from tension and anxiety.


release

To set free or allow something to become available.


releases

Sets free or makes available for public use or distribution.


relentless

Not softening or yielding, especially in a way that shows no pity.

relent relented relenting relentlessly relentlessness


relevance

The quality or state of being closely connected or appropriate to what is being considered or done.


relevant

Closely connected or appropriate to what is currently being discussed or considered.

relevance relevancy relevantly irrelevant


reliable

Able to be trusted to do or provide what is needed or expected.


relic

Something surviving from the past, especially an object held sacred or remembered with reverence.

reliquary relique relinquish relict relinquishment


relief

The removal or alleviation of pain, distress, or difficulty.


relieve

To cause pain, distress, or a problem to become less severe or serious.

elevator lever alleviate relief levitate


religion

A system of faith, worship, and conduct based on beliefs about the sacred or divine.

religious religiously religiosity religionist


religious

Relating to or believing in a religion; showing reverence or devotion.

religion religiosity religiously religionless


relive

To experience something again, especially in memory or imagination.


reluctant

reluctance reluctantly reluctation reluctancy


rely

To depend on someone or something with full trust or confidence.


remain

To stay in the same place or state, or to be left after others are removed.


remainder

A part, quantity, or number that is left over after the other parts have been taken away or used.


remains

Parts or traces left after the main portion has been used, destroyed, or removed.

remain remainder remnant permanent mansion


remark

To say something as a comment; to notice or observe.


remarkable

remark marked notably outstanding uncommon


remarry

To marry again after a previous marriage has ended.

remarry

to marry again after a previous marriage has ended

marry marriage married marital unmarried


remedy

A medicine or treatment for a disease or injury.


remember

To recall or retrieve information from memory, or to keep someone in mind.


remind

To cause someone to remember or think of something.

reminder reminded remindful mind mindful memory


remix

A new version of an existing song, recording, or piece of music, made by altering or adding to the original.


remorse

Deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed.


remote

Situated far away in space or time; distant or isolated.


remotely

In a distant, indirect, or far-off manner.

remote remoteness remotest remove removal


removal

The action of taking something away or eliminating it.


remove

To take something away or off from a place or position.


removed

Taken away or eliminated from a place or position.

remove remover removal removable removing


rend

To tear something into two or more pieces with force or violence.


render

To provide or give (a service, help, etc.); to cause to be or become; to melt down (fat).

render

rendition surrender rendezvous redemption


rendezvous

A meeting at an agreed time and place, typically between two people.

rendezvous

rendez-vous

present yourselves (imperative of se rendre)


renew

To make something new again or fresh, or to resume after an interruption.


renewable

Capable of being renewed, especially (of a natural resource) not depleted when used.


renounce

To formally give up, reject, or repudiate something.

renounce

to formally give up, reject, or repudiate something

renunciation renounced renouncer renunciative


renowned

renown renownedly renownedness world-renowned


rent

A regular payment made for the use of a property or asset.


rental

The action of renting something or an amount paid for the use of property or equipment.


rentals

Properties or items available for rent, or the act of renting something.


reopen

open reopened reopening reopenable reopener


repair

To restore something to good condition after damage or deterioration.

repaired repairing reparable preparation preparatory


repeat

To say, do, or occur again; to perform or produce something a second or further time.

repetition repetitive repeatedly repetend repeater


repent

To repent is to feel or show sincere remorse for wrongdoing.

repent

repentance repentant repenting unrepentant repenter


replacement

The act of replacing something, or a person or thing that takes the place of another.

replace replaceable replacement replaced


replication

The action of making an exact copy or reproduction.


replies

Responses or answers given in reaction to a question, letter, or request.

reply replicate replica replication respond


reply

To respond or answer in return to something said or written.


report

An account or statement of facts and findings.


reported

Gave an account or statement of something; communicated information about.


reporter

A person who investigates and reports news for a newspaper, radio, or television.


reporting

The act of presenting or communicating information, typically about events or findings.

report reporter reportage reported reports


reports

Plural of report; accounts or descriptions of something investigated or observed.


repository

A place where things are stored or deposited, often for preservation.


represent

To act or speak on behalf of someone, or to depict or describe something.

representative representation represent represented


representation

The action of speaking or acting on behalf of someone or of presenting a certain image or idea.

representation

represent present representative presentation represented representing


representative

A person or thing that represents or acts on behalf of another, or serving as a typical example of something.

representative

one who represents or is typical of a group

represent representation representative representable misrepresent


reprint

To print something again, typically an exact copy.


reproduce

To produce again; to make a copy or duplicate of.

reproduction productive produce conductor


reproduction

The action or process of making a copy of something, or the biological process by which new individual organisms are produced.

reproduce product productive producer production


reproductive

Pertaining to or involved in the process by which organisms produce offspring.

reproduce production deduction induce product


reptile

A reptile is a cold-blooded vertebrate such as a snake, lizard, turtle, or crocodile.

reptilian reptile-like reptilianity reptant


republic

A form of government in which power rests with citizens and their elected representatives.


republican

A person advocating or supporting a republic as a form of government.


repulsive

Causing strong dislike or aversion; that which repels.

repel repulsion repulse repellent repulsed


reputation

The beliefs or opinions that are generally held about someone or something.


request

An act of asking for something politely or formally.


requests

Plural of request; acts of asking for something politely or formally.


require

To need something as a necessary condition; to demand or insist upon.


requirement

require request query inquire acquisition


requirements

necessary conditions or things that must be provided or done.

require required requiring requirement prerequisite


requires

Third person singular present of require, meaning to need or demand as necessary.

require required requirement request inquiry


reschedule

To schedule again or at a different time.

reschedule

to schedule again or at a different time

schedule

a plan or timetable; to arrange in advance

schedule scheduled scheduling rescheduled scheduler


rescue

To save someone or something from a dangerous or difficult situation.


research

The systematic investigation and study of materials to establish facts and reach new conclusions.


researcher

A person who carries out academic or scientific research.

research researched researching search searchable


resemblance

Resemblance means the quality of being alike or similar.

resemble resembling semblable semblance simile


resent

Feel bitterness or indignation at (a circumstance, action, or person).

sentiment sensitive sense present consent


resentment

A feeling of bitter indignation at perceived unfairness or offense.

resentment

a feeling of bitter indignation or ill will

resent resentful resenting resented resentment


reservation

An arrangement to have something held for one's use at a later time.

reservation

reservation

reservare

to keep back (re- 'back' + servare 'to keep, save')

reserve preserve conservation conservatory


reservations

Plural of reservation; doubts or hesitations; bookings or arrangements made in advance.

reservations

doubts, hesitations, or advance bookings


reserve

To keep or set aside for future use or a particular purpose.


reserved

Set aside or kept for a specific purpose; also means cautious or restrained.


reservoir

A large natural or artificial lake used as a source of water supply.

reservoir

reserve reservation reserva conservatory


residency

The condition or status of being a resident, especially for a medical training term or an official living arrangement.

resident reside residence residential nonresidency


resident

A person who lives in a particular place or has their home there.

resident

resident

residens

remaining, dwelling (present participle of residere)

reside residency residential residence sedentary


residential

Relating to or suitable for living in as a home, or an area designed for private dwellings.


residents

People who live in a particular place, or physicians undergoing specialized training in a hospital.

resident residence residential reside residency


residue

Residue is what remains after part of something has been removed, used, or separated.

residue

residual residuary residuum reside resident


resign

resign

resigner

resignare

to unseal, cancel, give up (re- 'back, again' + signare 'to mark, seal')


resignation

The act of giving up a position or office; an acceptance of an undesirable but unavoidable situation.


resist

To withstand the action or effect of; to oppose.

resistance irresistible consistent assist


resistance

The act of opposing or withstanding something.


resistant

Offering opposition to something or someone; able to withstand the action of something.


resolution

A firm decision to do or not to do something, or the action of solving a problem.


resolve

To settle or find a solution to a problem or dispute.

resolution soluble dissolve solvent absolution


resort

A place designed for relaxation and recreation, or to turn to something as an alternative.


resource

A source of supply or assistance that can be drawn upon when needed.


resourceful

Able to find quick, practical solutions to problems.

resourceful

able to find quick, practical solutions to problems

resource resources resourcefulness resourcefully resourceful


resources

Plural of resource; useful materials, assets, or supplies available for use.

resource resourceful resourcefulness resort


respect

A feeling of admiration or deference toward someone or something worthy of esteem.

respectable respectful respectably respective


respectable

respect respectful respected disrespect retrospect spectator


respectful

respect respectfully respectfulness disrespectful respectable


respective

Belonging separately to each person or thing mentioned.

respect respectable respecting respectively


respectively

respect respected perspective retrospect


respiratory

Relating to or affecting respiration or the organs of respiration.

respiration respire spirit inspire expire


respond

To say something in reply; to react to something.

to answer, correspond, promise in return

respond

respondre

respondere

response responsible correspondent despondent sponsor


respondent

A person who answers a question, especially one asked as part of a survey or poll, or a defendant in a lawsuit.

respond response responsibility responsive correspondent


response

A reaction or answer to a question, stimulus, or event.


responsibility

The state or fact of being accountable for something.

responsible respond response irresponsible


responsible

Accountable or answerable; required to explain and justify one's actions.

responsibility irresponsible respond response


rest

A state of relaxation or inactivity; the remaining part of something.


restaurant

An establishment where meals are prepared and served to customers for consumption.


restaurants

Establishments where meals are prepared and served to customers for consumption.

restaurant restaurateur restore restoration


restless

Unable to rest or relax as a result of anxiety or boredom.


restore

To bring back to a former position or state; to repair or renovate.


restrain

To hold back, limit, or keep under control.

restraint restrained restraining unrestrained


restraint

Restraint is self-control or the act of limiting something.

restraint

restrain restrained restraining restriction stringent constraint


restrict

restriction restricted constrict district stringent


restructure

To organize or arrange something in a new or different way.

structure construct destruct instruct obstruct


result

A consequence, effect, or outcome that follows from an action or process.


results

Outcomes or consequences arising from a particular action or cause.


resume

To begin again or continue after an interruption.


resurrection

Resurrection is the act of rising from the dead or returning to life.

resurrection

resurrect resurrected resurrecting resurgent resurrectionist


retail

The sale of goods in small quantities directly to consumers.


retailer

a person or business that sells goods to the public in relatively small quantities for use or consumption rather than for resale.


retain

To continue to have (something); keep possession of; to keep in one's memory.


retainer

A person employed to serve or follow a household, lord, or organization.

retainer

retain

To keep possession of or continue to hold.

retain retained retention retentive retainership


retaliation

Retaliation is a harmful or punitive response to an injury, insult, or perceived wrong.

retaliation

a harmful or punitive response to a wrong

retaliate retaliated retaliating retaliatory retaliative


retard

To make slow or late; delay the development or progress of.

retardation retarded tardy hinder decelerate retardant


retention

The continued possession, use, or control of something; the act of keeping something.

retention

The continued possession, use, or control of something.


retire

To stop working permanently, usually due to age.

retirement retired withdrawal retreat pull


retirement

The action or fact of leaving one's job and ceasing to work.

retire retired retiring retreat retraction


retreat

To move back or withdraw from a place or situation.


retribution

Punishment or repayment imposed in response to wrongdoing.

retribute retributive retributory tribute tributary


retrieve

To get or bring something back from somewhere.

retrieval recover found discover retriever


retro

Referring to things from the past, especially stylish or culturally significant items from a former era.

retrospective retrograde retrofitted retroactive retrovirus


return

To come or go back to a place or person.


returned

Came or went back to a place or person; gave or sent something back.


returns

Plural of return; instances of coming back or the yields from an investment.


reunion

The act of uniting again after separation.

unite union unity reunite joint rejoinder


reunite

To join or bring together again after separation.

reunite

to join or bring together again after separation

reunion reunified reunification unite united


reveal

To make known to others, often something previously secret or hidden.


revelation

The act of revealing or disclosing something previously unknown or secret.


revenge

The action of inflicting hurt or harm on someone for an injury or wrong suffered at their hands.

revenge

The action of inflicting hurt or harm...

avenge vengeance retaliate reprisal requital


revenue

Income, especially the income of a government or organization.


reverend

A title or style accorded to clergy or other religious figures.


reverse

To turn inside out or upside down; to change to the opposite direction.

reverse

reverser

reversus

turned back (past participle of revertere)


review

An examination or assessment of something, or to look at something again.

review reviewer reviewable preview overview


reviewed

Examined or inspected something again, typically to assess its quality or accuracy.

review reviewer reviewing review reviewable


reviews

Assessments or evaluations of something; plural of review.


revise

To re-examine and make alterations to something written or printed.

revise

réviser

revidere

to look back, look again (re- 'again' + videre 'to see')


revised

Past tense of revise; to review and correct or make changes to something.


revision

The action of reviewing and altering text or a document.


revive

To bring back to life, consciousness, activity, or use.

revive

to bring back to life, consciousness, activity, or use


revolution

A forcible overthrow of a government or social order in favor of a new system.


revolutionary

Involving or causing a complete or dramatic change.


revolver

A handgun with a rotating cylinder that holds several cartridges.

revolve revolving revolution revolved revolvable


rewind

To wind something back or play it again from an earlier point.

rewind

to wind something back or play it again from an earlier point


rhetoric

The art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing.

rhētorikḗ (ῥητορική)

The art of the orator. From rhētōr (orator, speaker), from rhein (to speak).


rhino

An informal word for a rhinoceros, and also slang for cash.

rhino

an informal word for a rhinoceros; also slang for cash

rhinoceros rhinoplasty rhinovirus rhinocerial


rhyme

A close similarity in the final sounds of two or more words or lines of verse.


rhythm

A strong, regular, repeated pattern of movement or sound.

rhythmós (ῥυθμός)

Measured flow, proportion, symmetry. From rhein (to flow).


rhythmic

Characterized by rhythm or recurring patterned movement or sound.

rhythmic

rhythm

A measured flow or arrangement of sounds or movements.

rhythm rhythmical rhythmically rhythmicity arrhythmic


rib

One of the curved bones that form the cage of the upper part of the body.


ribbon

A long, narrow strip of fabric, used for tying, decorating, or as an ornament.


rice

A swamp grass (Oryza sativa) widely cultivated in warm climates for its grain.

rice

A swamp grass widely cultivated for its grain.


rich

Possessing abundant wealth or valuable resources; of great value or fertility.


rick

A stack of hay, corn, or other material, neatly built and often thatched.


rid

To make free of something undesirable or burdensome.


riddle

A question or statement intentionally phrased so as to require ingenuity in ascertaining its answer or meaning.


ride

To sit on and control a horse or vehicle, or a journey on such a vehicle.

ride

to sit on and control a vehicle or animal


rider

A person who rides an animal or vehicle, or an additional clause to a document.


ridge

A long, narrow hilltop, mountain range, or watershed.


ridicule

Ridicule is scornful mockery intended to make someone seem foolish.

ridiculous ridiculing ridiculize ridiculization ridiculer


ridiculous

Deserving or inviting mockery or derision.


rig

(verb) To set up (equipment or a device) for a particular purpose.


right

Morally or legally correct, or the direction opposite to left.

right

morally correct or the direction opposite left

righteous rightly rights rightful upright


righteous

Acting in accord with divine or moral law; morally right or justifiable.


righteousness

The quality of being morally right, just, or upright.

right righteous rightly rightful rightness


rightful

Legally or morally entitled; justly belonging to someone.

right rights righteous rightness unrightful


rights

Moral or legal entitlements or justifiable claims that a person has.


righty

An informal noun for a right-handed person or, in politics, a right-wing person.

righty

an informal term for a right-handed person or a right-wing person

right rightie right-hander right-handed right-wing


rigid

Rigid means stiff, inflexible, or not easily bent or changed.


rim

brim
edge
margin
circumference
outer edge


ring

A circular band of metal, plastic, or other material worn on the finger; or a circular shape or object.


rings

Circular bands, typically of metal, worn as jewelry, or circular marks or objects.


ringtone

The sound made by a telephone to indicate an incoming call.


ringtones

Plural of ringtone; distinctive sounds used by phones to signal incoming calls or messages.


rink

A smooth enclosed surface or area prepared for skating or related sports.

rink

a smooth enclosed surface or area prepared for skating or related sports


rinse

To wash lightly in clean water or a similar liquid.

rinse

to wash lightly in clean water or a similar liquid

rinsed rinsing rinser rinseable rinseless


riot

A violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd.


rip

To tear or pull apart forcefully; also used as an interjection expressing that something is finished or gone (Rest in Peace).


ripe

(of fruit or grain) developed to a stage of readiness for harvesting and eating.


ripper

A person or thing that rips; in informal British usage, something especially good or exciting.

rip ripped ripping ripcord rip-off ripper


rise

To move upward or increase in height or position.


risk

The possibility of danger, loss, or injury; to expose to the chance of loss or damage.


risky

Full of the possibility of danger, failure, or loss.

risky

risk

a situation involving exposure to danger


risotto

Risotto is an Italian rice dish cooked to a creamy consistency by adding broth gradually.

riso
rice
risotto alla milanese
risottare
risottato


rite

A rite is a fixed religious or ceremonial act.

ritual ritualize ritualism ritualistic rites


ritual

A religious or solemn ceremony consisting of a series of actions performed in a prescribed order.


rivalry

The state or feeling of competing strongly with another person, group, or thing.

rivalry

the state or feeling of competing strongly with another person group or thing

rival

rivalis

of or belonging to the same stream; competitor

-ry

noun-forming suffix indicating a state or condition


river

A large natural stream of water flowing toward the ocean, a lake, or another river.


road

A way or route, typically paved, for vehicles and pedestrians to travel between places.


roam

To walk or travel without a definite aim or direction.


roar

To make a loud, deep, prolonged sound, typically by a large animal or a crowd.


rob

To take property unlawfully from a person or place, typically by force or threat of force.


robbery

The action of taking property unlawfully from a person or place by force or threat of force.


robert

A male given name of Germanic origin meaning bright or shining.


robot

A machine capable of carrying out complex actions automatically.

robota

robot

Artificial worker (coined by Karel Čapek in R.U.R.).


robust

robust

robust

robustus

strong, mighty, firm, hardy, full of sap, made of oak


rock

A naturally occurring solid aggregate of mineral matter forming part of the earth's crust.


rocker

A rocker is a curved support or mechanism that lets something rock back and forth.

rocker

a curved support or mechanism that rocks

rock rocked rocking rocker-arm rocking-chair


rodeo

A public exhibition of cowboy skills and horsemanship, originating from Spanish cattle roundups.


role

A function, character, or part that someone or something plays or takes on.


roll

A cylindrical object formed by rolling something up, or to move by rotating.


roller

A cylinder used for rolling or pressing, or a person or thing that rolls.


rom

Read-only memory; a type of computer memory that stores data permanently and cannot be easily erased.

ROM

read-only memory

computer memory that cannot be easily modified


roman

Relating to ancient or modern Rome or its people.


romance

A feeling of excitement and mystery associated with love; a literary genre depicting idealized love or adventure.


romanian

Of or relating to Romania, the Romanian people, or the Romanian language.

romanian

of or relating to Romania, the Romanian people, or the Romanian language

Romania

the modern country name built from Roman- + -ia

Romania Roman Romanus Romanians Rumanian


romantic

Of, characterized by, or suggestive of an idealized, often adventurous, type of love.

romantic

romantic

romance

French language, vernacular narrative poem


roof

The cover of a building, vehicle, or other structure.


rooftop

A rooftop is the top surface of a building's roof.


rook

A rook is a black, crow-like bird with a bare gray face.


rookie

A person who is new to an organization, sport, or activity and lacks experience.

recruit recruitment novice fledgling beginner


room

A space or area within a building enclosed by walls; space or capacity for something.


roommate

A person with whom one shares a room or apartment.


rooms

Plural of room; individual spaces within a building separated by walls.


root

The part of a plant that grows below ground and absorbs water and nutrients.


rope

A thick cord made of twisted or braided fibers, used for fastening, pulling, or climbing.


roscoe

roscoe

Roscoe

a personal name used as the source of the slang term


rose

A flowering shrub with thorny stems and fragrant blooms, or the past tense of rise.


rosemary

An aromatic evergreen shrub of the mint family, with narrow, needle-like leaves and blue flowers.


roster

A list of people or things, especially one showing the order in which they are to perform duties or receive benefits.


rosy

Having a pink or rose-colored hue, or showing hopeful optimism.

rosy

rose + -y

formed from rose with the adjective suffix -y


rotary

Turning or designed to turn on an axis; rotating.


rotate

To turn around a central axis or to cycle positions in order.

rotate

to turn around a central axis or cycle positions

rotation rotary rotor rotating rotational


rotation

The action of rotating around an axis or center.


rotten

Undergoing decomposition; decaying or spoiled.


rough

Having an uneven or irregular surface; not smooth or level.


roulette

A gambling game in which a ball is dropped on a revolving wheel with numbered compartments.


round

Shaped like a circle or ball; or to move in a circular path.


route

A path or course taken to get from one place to another.


routine

A sequence of actions regularly followed; a fixed program.


row

A line of things arranged side by side, or a noisy quarrel or dispute.


rowan

A Eurasian tree or shrub of the genus Sorbus, especially Sorbus aucuparia, with clusters of red berries.

rowan

a Eurasian tree or shrub of the genus Sorbus, especially Sorbus aucuparia


royal

Of, relating to, or belonging to a monarch or monarchy.


royalty

royalty

roialté

roial

regalis

rex

*reg-

to move in a straight line, to lead, to rule


rss

Rich Site Summary or Really Simple Syndication; a web feed format used to publish frequently updated content.


rub

To move something vigorously and repeatedly over the surface of another.

rubble rubber rubric chafe friction scrub


rubber

A tough elastic polymeric substance made from latex of a tropical plant or synthetically.

to move one thing against another with friction


ruble

The basic monetary unit of Russia and some neighboring states.

ruble

the basic monetary unit of Russia and some neighboring states

рубль

a ruble; originally a cut-off piece of silver

rouble rubles rubl rubli ruble-denominated


ruby

A precious stone, a variety of corundum, varying in color from deep crimson to purplish red.


rudder

A flat steering device, usually a vertical blade, used to control the direction of a boat, ship, or aircraft.

rudder

a steering device for a vessel or aircraft

rudderless rudderpost rudderstock rother


rue

To bitterly regret (something one has done or allowed to happen).


rug

A floor covering, typically smaller than a carpet, often with a thick pile.


rugby

A team sport played with an oval ball that may be carried or kicked, originating at Rugby School.

rugby

Rugby School

A public school in Rugby, England, where the sport originated.


rugged

Having a rough, uneven, or strongly contoured surface or appearance.

rug ruggedly ruggedness rugging rugginess


ruin

The physical destruction or disintegration of something or the state of being destroyed.


rule

An authoritative regulation, principle, or instruction governing conduct or procedure.


ruler

A person exercising government or dominion.

ruler

a person exercising government or dominion


rules

regulations or principles that govern conduct or procedure.


rum

An alcoholic liquor distilled from sugar cane products.

rum

rum

rumbullion

a great tumult, uproar (or possibly from 'saccharum' Latin for sugar)


rumble

To make a deep, resonant, continuous sound.

rumbling grumble hum mutter rattle thrum


rumor

A currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth.


rumour

rumor rumination rumble murmur rumormonger


run

To move swiftly using one's legs; or to operate or function.


runaway

Someone or something that has run away or escaped.


runner

A person or animal that runs, especially in a race.


running

Moving rapidly by lifting feet off the ground in quick succession.


runs

Plural of run; moves quickly on foot or executes something repeatedly.


runt

A runt is the smallest or weakest member of a litter or group.


runway

A strip of land on which aircraft take off and land, or a narrow platform used by models in fashion shows.


rupture

ruptured rupturing rupturable rupture-like


rural

Relating to, located in, or characteristic of the countryside rather than cities or towns.


russia

A large country in Eastern Europe and northern Asia.


russian

Relating to Russia, its people, or their language.

Russia Russo- Russophile Russophone Russian


rust

Rust is the reddish-brown corrosion that forms on iron or steel when exposed to moisture and oxygen.

rust

reddish-brown corrosion on iron or steel


rustle

To make a soft, muffled crackling sound, as of dry leaves or paper.


rusty

Covered with or affected by rust; impaired or deteriorated by lack of use.


ruthless

Having no pity or compassion for others.

pre-1100 (for 'ruth'), 1200s (for 'ruthless')


sabbath

A day set aside for rest and worship, especially in Judaism and Christianity.

sabbath

a day set aside for rest and worship, especially in Judaism and Christianity

Sabbath sabbatical sabbathless sábado sabbatum


saber

A heavy cavalry sword with a curved, single-edged blade, originating in Central Asian and Eastern European warfare.

sabre saber-rattling sabretooth sabermetrics


sabine

Relating to the Sabines, an ancient Italic people of central Italy.


sabotage

Deliberately destroy, damage, or obstruct (something), especially for political or military advantage.


sack

A large bag made of a strong material for holding goods.


sacred

Connected with God or a god or dedicated to a religious purpose and so deserving veneration.

sacred

connected with God or a god or dedicated to a religious purpose and so deserving veneration


sacrifice

The act of offering something to a deity, or giving up something valued for the sake of something else regarded as more important.

sacerdotal sacrosanct consecrate defile sacred fact


saddle

A seat for a rider on the back of a horse or other animal.

saddle

A seat for a rider on the back of a horse.


sadistic

Deriving pleasure, especially sexual gratification, from inflicting pain, cruelty, or humiliation on others.

eponym from the Marquis de Sade, French author notorious for writings depicting sexual cruelty

sadistic

sadism

pathological pleasure in cruelty; coined by Krafft-Ebing in Psychopathia Sexualis

sadistic

de Sade, Donatien Alphonse François

aristocratic author whose works depicted extreme cruelty


sadness

The state or emotion of being unhappy or sorrowful.


safari

An expedition to observe or hunt wild animals, especially in East Africa.


safe

Protected from danger or harm; not exposed to risk.


safety

The condition of being protected from danger, risk, or injury.


saga

A long, often heroic or legendary narrative.

sagas
sagalike
sagaman
minisaga
Aga saga


sage

A profoundly wise person, especially one who imparts wisdom.


sail

To travel in a boat or ship propelled by sails or engine.

sail

to travel in a boat or ship propelled by sails or engine


sailor

A person who works on a ship as a member of the crew.


saint

A person who is venerated for exceptional holiness and virtue, often after death.

sanctify sanctuary sanction sacred sanctity


sake

For the purpose or good of someone or something.


salaam

A greeting of peace used in Arabic and Muslim contexts, often also referring to the gesture or act of greeting.


salad

A cold dish of various mixtures of raw or cooked vegetables, usually seasoned with oil, vinegar, or other dressing.

salad

A cold dish of various mixtures of raw or cooked vegetables.


salami

Salami is a seasoned, cured sausage, usually made from fermented meat.


salary

A fixed regular payment, typically paid on a monthly or biweekly basis but often expressed as an annual sum, made by an employer to an employee, especially a professional or white-collar worker.

salary

A fixed regular payment made by an employer to an employee.


sale

The exchange of goods or services for money; a transaction of selling.


sales

Plural of sale; transactions involving the exchange of goods or services for money.


salesman

A person whose job is to sell goods or services.


saline

salinity salinization salinize saliferous salting


saliva

Saliva is the watery fluid produced in the mouth to aid digestion and speaking.


sally

A sudden charge out of a besieged place against the enemy; a sortie.

salient assault resilient desultory exult


salmon

A large, commercially important edible game fish that is typically anadromous, migrating from fresh water to the ocean and back again to spawn.


salon

A reception room in a large house; a drawing-room.


saloon

A public room or building for specified purposes, especially drinking.


salsa

A sauce or relish, and by extension a style of Latin dance music.

salsa

a sauce or relish, and by extension a style of Latin dance music


salt

A white crystalline compound of sodium and chlorine used for seasoning food and other purposes.


salute

To make a gesture of respect, homage, or greeting.

salvation salubrious salutary health safe greetings


salvage

The act of saving something from loss or destruction, or the property saved.

salvage

the act of saving something from loss or destruction

salvageable salvager salvation unsalvageable


salvation

The act of saving or being saved from sin or danger.


samba

a navel bump (a dance move) or to pray, invoke

samba

samba

semba

a navel bump (dance move) or to pray, invoke


same

Identical or not different from another; unchanged.


sample

A small part or quantity intended to show what the whole is like.


samples

Small portions or quantities taken as examples of a larger whole.

samples

sample

exemplum

example, pattern; from eximere (to take out)


samsung

A South Korean multinational conglomerate company producing electronics and other goods.

Samsung Electronics
Samsung Group
Samsung Display


samurai

A member of a powerful military caste in feudal Japan.


san

A Japanese honorific suffix added to names as a term of respect; also a geographic prefix meaning 'saint' in Spanish.

san

Japanese honorific or Spanish saint prefix


sanctuary

A place of refuge or safety; a sacred place, especially a church or temple.

sanctuary

saint sanctify sanctity sacred sacrosanct


sand

A loose granular material typically consisting of finely divided rock and mineral particles.


sander

A power tool or hand tool used to smooth or polish a surface with abrasive material.


sandwich

An item of food consisting of two pieces of bread with a filling between them.

a town in Kent, England (title of John Montagu, 4th Earl of Sandwich)


sanity

The state of having a sound mind or normal judgment.

sanity

the state of having a sound mind or normal judgment

sane saneness sanitary sanitize sanitation


santa

A figure representing Saint Nicholas who delivers gifts to children at Christmas.


sap

The fluid, chiefly water with dissolved sugars and mineral salts, that circulates in a plant.


sapphire

A transparent precious stone, typically blue, a form of corundum.


sarcasm

The use of irony to mock or convey contempt.

sarkasmós (σαρκασμός)

A sneer, mockery. From sarkazein (to tear flesh, gnash the teeth, speak bitterly). From sarx (flesh).


sarcastic

Using or marked by cutting, bitter, or mocking irony.

sarcastic

using or marked by cutting, bitter, or mocking irony


sat

Past tense and past participle of sit; to be in a sitting position.


satan

The devil; the chief evil spirit in Christianity and Islam.


satellite

An artificial object placed in orbit around Earth or another celestial body to transmit data or communications.


satisfaction

The fulfillment of one's wishes, expectations, or needs, or the pleasure derived from this.

satisfy satisfactory unsatisfying dissatisfy


satisfactory

Fulfilling expectations or needs; acceptable, though not outstanding or perfect.

satisfactory

satisfy satisfaction unsatisfied dissatisfy


satisfy

To fulfill the desires, expectations, or needs of.

satisfy

satisfaction satisfactory satisfied dissatisfy facet


saturday

The seventh day of the week, between Friday and Sunday.


sauce

A liquid or semi-liquid preparation served with food to add moistness and flavor.

sauce

sauce

salsa

salted (past participle of sallere 'to salt')


sausage

An item of food, typically a cylinder of ground meat, often mixed with other ingredients and seasonings, and usually stuffed into a casing.


savage

(of an animal or a person) fierce, violent, and uncontrolled.


save

To rescue from danger or to set aside money or resources for future use.


savings

Money set aside and accumulated over time, typically in a bank account or investment.


savior

A person who saves someone or something from danger or difficulty.

save salvation salvational salvage saviorhood


saw

Past tense of see, meaning to perceive with the eyes, or a tool with a toothed blade for cutting.


sawyer

A person whose occupation is sawing wood.


saxon

A member of a Germanic people who settled in parts of Britain and northwestern Europe.

saxon

a member of a Germanic people who settled in parts of Britain and northwestern Europe


saying

A short, commonly known expression or proverb conveying advice or wisdom.


says

Third person singular present tense of 'say'; to speak or utter words.


scale

A graduated range of values or a thin plate-like structure covering fish and reptiles.


scalpel

A scalpel is a small surgical knife with a very sharp blade.


scan

To look at all parts of something carefully in order to find something or to understand it, or to pass a beam of light or electrons over something to create an image.

scan

scan

to count the metrical feet of verse, to analyze verse


scandal

An action or event regarded as morally or legally wrong and causing public outrage.


scar

A mark left on the skin where a wound has not healed completely.


scarce

Scarce means present in only a small amount or number.

scarcity scarcely scarceness scarcer scarcest


scarecrow

A human-shaped figure set up to frighten birds away from crops.

scarecrow

a human-shaped figure used to frighten birds


scarf

A piece of cloth worn around the neck, head, or shoulders for warmth, fashion, or religious reasons.


scenario

A projected sequence of events or a proposed plan or story.


scene

A view or picture of a place, or a subdivision of a play or movie.


scenic

Relating to or characterized by beautiful natural scenery.


scent

A distinctive smell, especially one that is pleasant.


schedule

A plan that allocates time to activities; a list of times at which events are intended to occur.


schema

A representation of a plan or theory in the form of an outline or model.


scheme

A plan, design, or organized procedure, often with an implication of secrecy or cunning intent.

schematic schema schemed schemer scheming


schizophrenic

Of, relating to, or exhibiting the symptoms of schizophrenia, a severe mental disorder characterized by disruptions in thought, perception, and contact with reality.

schizophrenic

schizophrenia

split-mind disorder (coined by Eugen Bleuler, 1911)

phrēn

mind, diaphragm, seat of thought and feeling

schizophrenia schism schist phrenology frenzy


schmuck

An insulting slang term for a foolish, contemptible, or obnoxious person.

schmoe schmooze schnook schmaltz schmendrick


scholar

A learned person, especially one with deep knowledge in a particular field.


scholarship

Academic study or achievement; learning of a high level.

scholar scholarly studentship friendship


school

An institution for educating children or a group of people sharing similar beliefs or methods.

leisure, spare time, then learning or discussion

scholar scholastic schooling schoolhouse


schools

Plural of school; institutions for educating children and young people.

leisure, learned discussion, place of learning


science

Systematic study of the natural world through observation and experimentation.

scientist scientific conscience prescience


sciences

Plural of science; systematic bodies of knowledge based on observation and experimentation.

science scientific scientist conscious omniscient


scientific

Relating to or based on science; employing the methods and principles of science.

science scientist scientifically pseudoscience


scientist

A person who is studying or has studied one or more of the natural sciences systematically.


scissor

scission rescind schism exscind prescind


scoff

To speak to someone or about something in a scornfully derisive or mocking way.


scoop

A tool resembling a spoon, used for taking up or transferring loose substances.


scoot

To move or go away quickly, often abruptly.


scooter

A two-wheeled vehicle with a footboard and handlebars, propelled by pushing off the ground or by a motor.


scope

The extent of the area or subject matter that something deals with or to which it is relevant.

scope

telescope microscope kaleidoscope episcopal spectator inspect


score

The number of points, goals, or runs earned in a game or contest.

score (verb)
scorer
underscore
scoreboard


scorpion

An arachnid having a segmented body and a tail armed with a venomous sting, and typically a pair of large pincer-like claws.


scotia

A concave molding, especially in the base of a column, or an archaic name for Scotland.


scotland

A country that is part of the United Kingdom, located north of England.


scott

A person from Scotland or a surname derived from Scandinavian origin.


scoundrel

A dishonest or unscrupulous person; a rogue.


scramble

To move or act in a hurried, confused, or disorderly way.

scramble

to move or act in a hurried, disorderly way

scramblen

to claw, clamber, or move awkwardly and quickly

scrambled scrambler scrambling unscramble


scrap

A small piece or amount of something, especially one that is left over after the greater part has been used.


scrape

To rub or drag something rough against a surface so as to remove material or make a harsh noise.


scratch

To mark or incise a surface with a sharp object, or to rub an itchy part of the body with one's fingernails.


screen

A fixed or movable upright frame for dividing a room or providing shelter or privacy.

screening screened screenplay screensaver


screenplay

The script of a film, including dialogue and instructions for camerawork and other aspects.

screenwriter playscript teleplay script playback


screensaver

A computer program that displays a moving image or pattern on a screen that is not in use, typically to prevent image burn-in.

screenshot
screen time
lifesaving
screensharing


screw

A short, slender, sharp-pointed metal pin with a raised helical thread running around it and a slotted head, used to join things together by being rotated so as to cut its own thread in the material being fastened.


screwdriver

A screwdriver is a hand tool used to turn screws.

screw driver drive unscrew corkscrew screwy


script

Text written by hand or a written document containing dialogue and stage directions.

script

script

scriptum

something written, from scribere (to write)

scribe describe prescribe inscription manuscript


scripture

Sacred writings held to be authoritative within a religion, especially the Christian Bible.

scribe script describe inscription manuscript prescribe


scrooge

A miserly, stingy, or uncharitable person, from the Dickens character Ebenezer Scrooge.

scrooge

Scrooge

Ebenezer Scrooge, Dickens's miserly character

Scrooge scrooge-like scroogeish Scroogean


scrub

To rub (someone or something) hard so as to clean them.

scrub

to rub (someone or something) hard so as to clean them


sculpture

The art of making two- or three-dimensional representative or abstract forms, especially by carving stone or wood or by casting metal or plaster.


scum

A layer of impurities that forms on the surface of a liquid, or a contemptible person.


sea

A large body of salt water connected to or part of an ocean.


seafood

Fish and shellfish from the sea used for human consumption.

seashore seaweed foodstuff fast-food fish


seal

A carnivorous marine mammal with a streamlined body and flippers.


seaman

A sailor, especially one serving on a ship.


search

To look carefully or thoroughly for someone or something.


searches

Attempts to find something by looking carefully; inquiries or investigations.


seaside

The seaside is the area along the edge of the sea, especially a coast used for recreation.


season

A period of the year characterized by particular weather conditions or a time marked by a particular activity.


seasonal

Relating to or characteristic of a particular season of the year.

seasonal

season

saison

satio

a sowing, a planting (from serere 'to sow')


seat

A piece of furniture for sitting or a position of authority.


seattle

A city in Washington State, the capital of King County and largest city in the Pacific Northwest.


seaweed

Seaweed is a plant or plants growing in the sea.


sec

Short for second, a unit of time equal to one-sixtieth of a minute.


second

Following first in order; one-sixtieth of a minute.


secondary

Of second rank or importance; derived from or dependent on something primary.

second
secondarily
secondariness
secondary school


seconds

Units of time equal to one-sixtieth of a minute, or moments in general.

seconds

second

Following first; second in order or time unit


secrecy

The state of keeping something hidden from others.

secrecy

the state of keeping something hidden from others

secret secretive secretly secrete secretary


secret

Something kept hidden or unknown; information not to be disclosed to others.

secrecy secretly secretary secrete clandestine


secretariat

The office or department of a secretary, or the body of secretaries collectively within an organization.

secretary secret discern decree secretarial


secretary

A person employed to handle correspondence, maintain files, and perform administrative duties.

secretary

person handling correspondence and admin


secretive

Inclined to hide thoughts, plans, or information.

secret secrecy secretly secretory secrete


section

A distinct part or subdivision of something; a separate area or portion.

sector sectional intersect bisect dissect


sections

Distinct parts or divisions of something, or areas within a larger space.


sector

A distinct part or division of something, especially an area of activity or economy.

section sectional segment dissect intersect


secure

Free from danger or risk; to obtain or protect from harm.


security

The state of being safe, protected, or secure; measures taken to protect against danger or loss.


sedan

An enclosed chair carried by porters, and by extension a closed-body car.

sedan

an enclosed chair carried by porters or a closed-body car


sedate

to allay, appease, calm, settle; to end, stop

sedate

sēdātus

sēdō

sedation sedative sedately sedateness sedator


sedative

A sedative is a drug or substance that calms the body or mind and reduces agitation.

sedate
sedation
sedated
sedative
sedative effect


seduce

To entice someone into sexual activity or to persuade someone to do something disobedient or wrong.


see

To perceive with the eyes or to understand or comprehend something.


seed

A flowering plant's unit of reproduction, capable of developing into another such plant.


seeing

The present participle of see; the act of using one's eyes to perceive, or considering that.


seek

To attempt to find or obtain; to look for


seeker

A person who is searching for something.


seem

To appear to be or give the impression of being.


seems

Appears to be; gives the impression of being.


seen

Past participle of see; perceived with the eyes.


segment

One of the parts into which something is or may be divided.


seize

seize

seiser

saisir

to take possession of (from Frankish *sakjan 'to seek, pursue')


seizure

The action of capturing someone or something using force; also, a sudden attack of illness.


seldom

seldomness selcouth seldom-times seldom-seen selde


select

To choose someone or something as being the best or most suitable.


selected

Chosen or picked out in preference to another or others.


selection

The process or action of choosing or selecting something from a range of options.


selective

Tending to choose or pick out carefully.


self

A person's own individual identity, personality, or essence.


selfie

A selfie is a photograph taken of oneself, usually with a phone or camera held at arm's length.

selfie

-ie

informal diminutive or familiar formation

self self-portrait selfie-stick self-timer selfhood


selfish

Lacking consideration for others; concerned chiefly with one's own personal profit or pleasure.

selfhood selfless egotistical selfishness


selfless

Having no concern for oneself and instead acting for others.

selfless

having no concern for oneself and instead acting for others

self selfish selflessness selflessly selfhood


sell

To exchange goods or services for money.


seller

A person or entity that sells goods or services.


sellers

People who sell something, or products that are selling well.


selling

The act of exchanging goods or services for money.


semen

A thick, whitish reproductive fluid produced by the male reproductive organs.


semester

A half-year academic term in a school or college.

annual biannual trimestral monthly sextant


semiconductor

A substance, usually a solid chemical element or compound, that can conduct electricity under some conditions but not others, making it a good medium for the control of electric current.

semiconductor

A substance that conducts electricity under some conditions but not others

semifinal semicircle conduct induct deduct


seminar

A conference or meeting for discussion or training.

seminar

seminarium

seed plot, nursery (figuratively, a training place)


sen

A monetary unit of Japan, Malaysia, and Indonesia, equal to one hundredth of their respective basic currency units.


senate

A legislative body, especially the upper house of a parliament or the principal legislative assembly of a country or state.


send

To cause something to go or be carried to a destination.


senile

Relating to old age, especially marked by the mental or physical decline associated with aging.

senile

relating to old age or age-related decline

senior senescence senator senility senescent


senior

A person of higher rank, status, or age, or relating to the older or higher-ranking of two.


senor

A Spanish title of respect for a man, equivalent to 'Mr.' or 'sir'.


sensation

A physical feeling or a widespread reaction of interest and excitement.

sense sensitive sensory sentiment consent


sensational

Causing great excitement or interest, often in an exaggerated or attention-grabbing way.

sensational

sensation

feeling, perception, or strong impression

sense sensation sensory sensitive sensibility


sense

A faculty by which the body perceives an external stimulus.


sensei

A teacher, especially of martial arts or Japanese culture.

sensei

先生 (sensei)

teacher, master (literally 'former-born')


sensitive

Quick to detect or respond to slight changes, signals, or influences.

sensitive

sense sensation sensory sentient sentiment consent


sensor

A device that detects or measures a physical property and records, indicates, or otherwise responds to it.

sense sensible sensitive sensation sensory


sensual

Relating to the physical senses, especially in a way that suggests bodily pleasure.

sensual

relating to the physical senses or bodily pleasure

sense sensory sensation sensuous sentient


sent

Past tense and past participle of send; caused to go or be conveyed.


sentence

A set of words complete in itself, typically containing a subject and predicate, conveying a statement, question, exclamation, or command.


sentiment

A feeling or opinion, especially one influenced by emotion rather than logic.

sentiment

a feeling or opinion, especially one influenced by emotion rather than logic

sense sentient sensory sentimental sentience


sentimental

Of or prompted by feelings of tenderness, sadness, or nostalgia.


sep

Abbreviation for September or separation.

sep

abbreviation for September or separation


separate

To cause to move or be apart; or existing or considered independently.

separate

cause to move apart or exist independently

separated separation separator separately


separation

The action or state of moving or being moved apart.


sept

A division of a family, especially in Ireland and Scotland, or a branch of a clan.


september

The ninth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar.


sequence

An ordered succession or series of related events or items.


serene

Serene means calm, peaceful, and free from disturbance.

serenity serenely sereneness serener serenest


serenity

A state of calm, peace, and untroubled clarity.


sergeant

A non-commissioned military officer of middle rank, or a police officer ranking below lieutenant.

serjeant serve servant service servitude


serial

Relating to or consisting of a series of items or events occurring one after another.


series

A number of things or events of the same type coming in succession.


serious

Grave in manner or appearance; important and demanding careful consideration.

serious

grave, important, demanding careful consideration


seriously

In a solemn, earnest, or grave manner; used also as an intensifier expressing genuine surprise or emphasis.

serious seriousness seriosity unserious semi-serious


sermon

A religious discourse delivered as part of worship.

sermon

sermon

discourse, especially religious discourse

sermonic sermonical sermonish sermonette sermonize


serpent

A legless reptile with a long, scaly body.


serum

The clear, yellowish fluid portion of blood that remains after coagulation, without blood cells or clotting factors.


servant

A person who performs duties for others, especially a person employed in a house on domestic duties.


serve

To provide food or assistance; to work as an employee or in the military.


served

Past tense of serve; provided service or food to someone.


server

A computer that provides data, resources, or services to other computers or clients over a network.


servers

Computers or devices that provide services, data, or resources to other computers or users on a network.

servers

computers providing services on a network


service

The action of helping or doing work for someone; a system supplying a public need.


services

The plural of service; acts of helping or doing work for someone.


serving

An act of providing food, drinks, or assistance to someone.


sesame

Sesame is a flowering plant grown for its oil-rich seeds.

sesame

sesamum
sésamo
sesame oil
sesame seed
sesamol


session

A period of time devoted to a particular activity or a meeting of a legislative body.


set

To place something in a specified position or condition.


setback

A setback is an obstacle, delay, or reversal that impedes progress.


sets

Collections of items grouped together or instances of putting something in place.


setting

The place, time, or circumstances in which something happens, or the act of putting something in a particular position.


settings

Configurations or adjustable parameters that determine how something operates.


settle

To take up a permanent residence or to come to rest.


settlement

An official agreement intended to resolve a dispute or conflict.


settler

A person who settles in a new place, especially as a colonist or pioneer.

settle settlement resettle unsettled settling


seventeen

The cardinal number equivalent to the sum of sixteen and one; one more than sixteen.

seventeen

The cardinal number equivalent to the sum of sixteen and one.


seventy

The cardinal number equal to seven times ten.

seven seventh seventeen seventyfold seventy-one


sever

To divide by cutting or slicing, especially suddenly and forcibly.


several

More than two but not very many; a number of people or things.

separate separately severally severity severe


severe

(Of something bad or undesirable) very great; intense.


sew

Join, fasten, or repair (something) by making stitches with a needle and thread or a sewing machine.


sewer

An underground conduit for carrying off drainage water and waste matter.


sex

Either of the two main categories (male and female) into which humans and many other living things are divided on the basis of their reproductive functions.


sexist

A person who holds or expresses prejudice based on sex or gender, or an adjective describing that bias.

sexist

-ist

one associated with or practicing something


sexual

Relating to or involving sex or the sexes.


sexuality

A person's sexual orientation or preference.


sexy

sexy

sex + -y

gender, sexual intercourse + characterized by


shade

A slight darkness caused by the interception of light; a comparative darkness.


shadow

A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.


shady

Full of shade; (informal) of doubtful honesty or legality.


shaft

A long, narrow part or section forming the body of a tool or weapon, or a ray of light.


shaggy

having long, rough, coarse, or unkempt hair or fibers.


shake

To move rapidly to and fro or up and down with short, quick movements.


shaky

Shaky means unsteady, trembling, or not securely reliable.

shaky

shake

-y

adjectival suffix forming a quality or tendency


shall

A modal verb used to express future events or obligations, or to make polite suggestions.


shallow

shoal shallowness shallows shelf shallowly shallow-minded


shalom

A Hebrew greeting meaning "peace," often used as hello or goodbye.

shalem
Jerusalem
Salem
Shlomo
shalom aleichem


shaman

A religious or ritual specialist who is believed to mediate between the human and spirit worlds.


shame

A painful feeling of humiliation or distress caused by the consciousness of wrong or foolish behavior.


shameless

Having or showing no shame, modesty, or sense of impropriety.


shampoo

A liquid preparation for washing the hair.


shan

(informal, British slang) Bad; poor; unlucky.


shang

A Chinese unit of land area equal to 15 mu, or about one hectare.


shape

The external form or outline of something.

shaped shaper reshape misshape shapeless


share

To divide and distribute something among two or more people.


shared

Past tense of share; divided, used, or experienced jointly with others.


shareholder

An owner of shares in a company or corporation.

shareholder

share stockholder stakeholder holding shares


shares

portions or parts of something divided among multiple people, or units of ownership in a company.


shareware

Software distributed free of charge on a trial basis with the understanding that the user may be required to pay for it later.


sharing

The act of giving or using something jointly with others.

share shared sharer shareholder shareholding


sharp

Having a keen edge or point, or having an angle that is less than 90 degrees.


shave

To shave is to cut hair from the skin, especially the face, using a razor.


shay

An archaic word for a chaise or light carriage.

shay

chaise
chaise longue
shays
one-horse shay


she

A female person or animal referred to as the subject of a sentence.


shea

A West African tree whose oil-rich seeds are used to make shea butter.

shea

a West African tree and its oil-rich fruit or nut


shed

To cast off or drop (skin, leaves, tears).

scatter split schism discern discriminate shedding


sheep

A ruminant mammal widely kept for its wool, meat, and milk.


sheet

A thin rectangular piece of material such as paper, metal, or cloth.


sheila

An informal term for a woman or girl, especially in Australia and New Zealand.


shelf

A flat length of wood or other rigid material, attached to a wall or forming part of a unit, used for storing or displaying objects.

shelf

A flat length of wood or other rigid material...


shell

The hard, protective outer case of an animal or fruit.


shelter

A place providing protection from bad weather, danger, or attack.


shepherd

A person who tends, feeds, and guards sheep.


sherbet

A frozen dessert made from fruit juice, water, and sugar.


sheriff

The chief law enforcement officer in a county in the US, or a high-ranking judicial official in some other countries.


shh

An exclamation used to urge silence or to command someone to be quiet.


shield

A broad piece of defensive armor, carried on the arm to protect the body from blows or missiles.


shift

To move or cause to move from one place or position to another, especially over a small distance.


shilling

A former British coin worth twelve old pence, or one twentieth of a pound.


shin

The front part of the leg below the knee and above the ankle.


shiny

Reflecting light, typically because of a smooth or polished surface.


ship

A large vessel designed to carry passengers or cargo across water.


shipment

The action of shipping goods, or the goods shipped.

shipment

ship shipping equipment movement agreement


shipping

The act of sending goods or merchandise to a destination.


ships

Plural of ship; large waterborne vessels designed for transport.


shirt

A garment worn on the upper body with sleeves and typically a collar.


shirts

Garments worn on the upper body, typically with sleeves and buttons.


shit

Excrement; also used as an expletive to express anger, annoyance, or contempt.


shite

A vulgar spelling variant of shit, used for excrement or as an expletive.

shite

vulgar word for excrement or an expletive

shite

scītan

*skītaną

*skei-

to cut, split; source of the Germanic excretion verb


shithole

A very unpleasant, dirty, or contemptible place.


shitty

Of very poor quality; unpleasant or contemptible.


shiver

To shiver is to tremble or shake, especially from cold or fear.

shiver

chiveren

to shiver; perhaps a blend of chillen and biveren

shiver shivered shivering shivery shake quiver


shock

A sudden upsetting or surprising event or experience.


shoe

An outer covering for your foot that you wear to protect it or for fashion.


shoes

Plural of shoe; outer coverings for the foot typically made of leather with a hard sole.


shogun

A shogun was a hereditary Japanese military ruler who governed in the emperor's name.

shogun

shōgun

sei-i taishōgun

great general who subdues the barbarians

shogunate shogunal shogunship shogunates shogunal


shoo

An exclamation used to drive away an animal or person.