Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun
/ˌræʃioʊsɪˈneɪʃən/

the process of reasoning or logical thinking

"His ratiocination impressed the judges during the debate."

noun
/ˈræʃən/

a fixed amount of something, especially food, officially allowed to each person

"During the war, each family received a weekly ration of rice."

adjective
/ˈræʃənəl/

based on or in accordance with reason or logic

"She made a rational decision after considering all the facts."

noun
/ˌræʃəˈnæl/

the underlying reason or explanation for something

"The rationale behind his decision was clearly explained."

noun
/ˈræʃənəlɪzəm/

a belief or theory that opinions and actions should be based on reason and knowledge rather than religious belief or emotion

"Rationalism emphasizes logic and reasoning over faith."

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noun
/ˌræʃənəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

the action of attempting to explain or justify behavior or an attitude with logical reasons, even if these are not appropriate

"His excuse was just a rationalization for his careless mistake."

verb
/ˈræʃənəlaɪz/

to attempt to explain or justify behavior or decisions with logical reasons, even if they are not true or appropriate

"She tried to rationalize her lateness by blaming the traffic."

verb
/ˈræʃənaɪz/

to justify or explain something with logical reasons, even if not appropriate or true

"He tried to rationlize his mistake by blaming the system."

noun, verb
/ˈrætəl/

to make a rapid series of short, sharp sounds; a device or object that makes such a sound

"The loose window began to rattle in the strong wind."

adjective
/ˈrɔːkəs/

loud, harsh, and unpleasant sound or behavior

"The crowd became raucous after the team scored."

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ravage

verb
/ˈrævɪdʒ/

to cause severe and extensive damage or destruction

"The hurricane ravaged the coastal villages."

rave

verb
/reɪv/

to speak or write about something with great enthusiasm or admiration

"Critics rave about the new movie."

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ravel

verb
/ˈrævəl/

to tangle or complicate; to untangle or unravel depending on context

"She began to ravel the loose threads of the sweater."

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Raven

noun
/ˈreɪ.vən/

a large, black bird with a thick bill and harsh croaking voice

"The raven perched on the old oak tree and cawed loudly."

adjective
/ˈrævənɪŋ/

Extremely hungry and greedy; voracious.

"The ravening wolves circled the camp."

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ravenous

adjective
/ˈrævənəs/

Extremely hungry; famished.

"After the long hike, she was ravenous and ate quickly."

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ravine

noun
/rəˈviːn/

A deep, narrow valley with steep sides.

"The river carved a deep ravine through the mountains."

verb
/ˈrævɪʃ/

To fill with intense delight; to captivate or enchant.

"The beauty of the sunset ravished the travelers."

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Raw

adjective
/rɔː/

not cooked or processed; in its natural state

"She ate raw vegetables for lunch."

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noun
rɔː mətɪˈrɪəlz

The basic material from which a product is made.

"The factory imports raw materials for production."

noun
/rɔ ˈtɜrmərɪk/

fresh unprocessed root of the turmeric plant used as a spice and medicine

"Grate raw turmeric into the curry for authentic flavor."

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ray

noun
/reɪ/

a narrow beam of light, heat, or radiation

"A ray of sunlight broke through the clouds."

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raze

verb
/reɪz/

To completely destroy or demolish something, especially a building.

"The old factory was razed to make way for new apartments."

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Razor

noun
/ˈreɪ.zər/

a sharp-edged instrument used for shaving hair from the skin

"He shaved his beard with a sharp razor."

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re

preposition
/riː/

concerning or about (used in formal letters or emails)

"The letter was sent re your recent application."

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reach

verb
/riːtʃ/

to stretch out or extend to something or someone

"She reached for the book on the top shelf."

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react

verb
/riˈækt/

to respond or behave in a particular way to something

"She reacted angrily when she heard the news."

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reactant

noun
/riˈæktənt/

A substance that takes part in and undergoes change during a chemical reaction.

"Oxygen is a reactant in the process of combustion."

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noun
/riˈækʃən/

A response to a situation, event, or stimulus; also a chemical change involving reactants and products.

"Her reaction to the news was one of surprise."

adjective
/riˈækʃəˌneri/

Opposing political or social progress or reform; extremely conservative.

"The group took a reactionary stance against the new policies."

adjective
/riˈæk.tɪv/

responding to situations rather than initiating them; chemically active

"The company took a reactive approach to customer complaints."

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read

verb
/riːd/

to look at and comprehend the meaning of written or printed matter

"I like to read books before bed."

noun
/ˈriːdər/

a person who reads or who is capable of reading

"She is a fast reader, finishing books in a day."

adverb
/ˈrɛdəli/

Without hesitation or difficulty; willingly.

"She readily accepted the job offer."

noun
/ˈriːdɪŋ/

the action or skill of reading

"Reading is one of my favorite hobbies."

verb
/ˌriːəˈdʒʌst/

To change or move something again in order to achieve a better fit, condition, or balance.

"He readjusted the chair to make it more comfortable."

noun
/ˌriː.əˈdʒʌst.mənt/

The act of changing or correcting something again to make it suitable or balanced.

"After moving to a new city, he went through a period of readjustment."

adjective
/ˈrɛd.i/

Prepared or available for use or action.

"She was ready to leave for the airport."

verb
/ˌriːəˈfɜːrm/

To state again strongly; to confirm or strengthen a statement or belief.

"The president reaffirmed his commitment to education reform."

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Real

adjective
/riːəl/

actually existing or happening; true and not imagined

"This is the real deal, no gimmicks."

noun
/ˈrɪə.lɪ.zəm/

The quality of representing things as they are; a practical or factual view.

"Her paintings are admired for their realism."

adjective
/ˌriːəˈlɪstɪk/

having or showing a sensible and practical idea of what can be achieved or expected

"She gave a realistic estimate of the project's cost."

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noun
/riˈæləti/

the state of things as they actually exist, rather than as they may appear or might be imagined

"The reality of the situation is more complicated than we thought."

noun
/ˌrɪəlɪˈzeɪʃən/

the act of becoming fully aware of something as a fact

"Her realization of the problem helped solve the issue."

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verb
/ˈrɪəlaɪz/

to become fully aware of something as a fact; to understand clearly

"She suddenly realized that she had left her keys at home."

adverb
/ˈrɪəli/

used to emphasize a statement or description

"She really enjoyed the movie last night."

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realm

noun
/rɛlm/

A kingdom or domain; a field or area of activity or interest.

"He is well known in the realm of science."

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ream

noun
/riːm/

A large quantity of paper (typically 500 sheets); informally, a large amount of something.

"The office ordered ten reams of paper."

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reap

verb
/riːp/

to cut or gather a crop; to receive as a consequence of actions

"Farmers reap wheat in the late summer."

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reaper

noun
/ˈriːpər/

a person or machine that cuts and gathers crops

"The reaper moved slowly through the golden fields."