Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun
/ˈrɒstrəm/

A raised platform for speakers, performers, or leaders.

"The politician delivered a speech from the rostrum."

noun
/ˈrɑːstər/

A list or plan showing people’s duties or times when they are scheduled.

"The manager updated the staff roster for next week."

adjective
/ˈroʊziət/

Having a pink color; optimistic or idealistic.

"She looked at the future with roseate optimism."

noun
/ˈroʊz ˈwɔː.tər/

a flavored water made by steeping rose petals in water, used in cooking and cosmetics

"She added a few drops of rose-water to the dessert."

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Rose berry

noun
/roʊz ˈber.i/

a type of berry with rose-like characteristics or flavor

"The rose berry has a delicate floral taste that reminds me of roses."

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Rose

noun
/roʊz/

a type of flowering plant, known for its beautiful and fragrant blooms

"She gave me a rose on my birthday."

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ropes

noun
roʊps

A length of thick strong cord made by twisting together strands of hemp, sisal, nylon, or similar material.

"The ropes were tied securely to lift the heavy load."

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rope

noun
/roʊp/

a strong, thick cord made of twisted fibers or strands

"The climbers used a rope to scale the mountain."

adjective
/ˈruː.tɪd/

deeply established; firmly fixed

"His beliefs are deeply rooted in tradition."

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Root

noun
/ruːt/

the part of a plant that attaches it to the ground and absorbs nutrients

"The tree's roots are deep in the soil."

noun
/ˈruːstər/

A male domestic chicken, especially one that crows.

"The rooster crowed at dawn, waking up the whole village."

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Roomy

adjective
/ˈruː.mi/

spacious; having a lot of room

"The apartment is very roomy with spacious bedrooms."

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room

noun
/ruːm/

A space within a building enclosed by walls, floor, and ceiling

"She decorated her room with bright colors."

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noun
/ˈrʊki/

a person who is new to an activity or organization; a beginner

"The rookie policeman made a few mistakes on his first day."

noun
/ˈrʊkəri/

a place where rooks or other birds breed and nest in colonies

"We saw a rookery full of noisy birds near the forest."

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roof

noun
/ruːf/

the top covering of a building or vehicle

"The roof of the house needs to be repaired."

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rood

noun
/ruːd/

a crucifix, especially one positioned above the entrance to the chancel of a church

"The old church displayed a carved rood above the altar."

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rondo

noun
/ˈrɒndoʊ/

a musical composition with a recurring leading theme

"The pianist ended the recital with a lively rondo."

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romp

verb
/rɒmp/

to play or move in a lively, carefree, and energetic way

"The children romped happily in the garden."

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Romantic

adjective
/rəʊˈmæntɪk/

related to or involving love or feelings of love

"He wrote her a romantic letter for their anniversary."

noun
/roʊˈmæns/

a feeling of love, especially one that is exciting and mysterious

"Their romance began during a summer trip to Paris."

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roman

adjective, noun
/ˈroʊmən/

relating to Rome or its people; a citizen of ancient Rome

"The Roman Empire influenced much of modern civilization."

noun
/ˈroʊ.lɪŋ pɪn/

a cylindrical tool used for rolling out dough or pastry

"Roll the dough flat with a rolling pin."

noun
/ˈroʊ.lɪŋ bɔːrd/

a flat wooden or marble surface used for rolling out dough

"She placed the dough on the rolling board."

noun
/rɪˈdʒɪdəti/

inability to bend or be forced out of shape; unwillingness to change or compromise

"The rigidity of the old system prevented any innovation."

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Risk

noun
/rɪsk/

the possibility of harm, loss, or danger

"There is a risk of rain this afternoon."

adjective
/ˈrɪz.ə.bəl/

so absurd or ridiculous that it deserves to be laughed at

"The idea of flying pigs is completely risible."

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rise

verb
/raɪz/

to move upwards or increase in level or amount

"The sun rises in the east every morning."

noun
/ˈrɪp.lɪt/

a small or tiny ripple

"Tiny ripplets appeared on the lake as the fish moved."

verb
/ˈrɪp.l̩/

to form or cause small waves on the surface of water or spread through like waves

"The wind rippled the surface of the pond."

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noun
/rɪˈpoʊst/

a quick and clever reply to criticism or an insult

"Her sharp riposte left everyone in silence."

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ripen

verb
/ˈraɪpən/

to become or make something ready to eat or fully developed

"The bananas ripened quickly in the warm weather."

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Ripe

adjective
/raɪp/

fully developed and ready to eat; mature; ready for action or use

"The bananas are ripe and ready to eat."

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riparian

adjective
/raɪˈpɛə.ri.ən/

Relating to or situated on the banks of a river or other watercourse.

"Riparian vegetation helps prevent soil erosion along rivers."

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rip

verb
/rɪp/

to tear something quickly or violently

"He accidentally ripped his shirt on the fence."

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Riot

noun
/ˈraɪət/

a violent disturbance by a crowd

"The protest turned into a violent riot."

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ring

noun
/rɪŋ/

a small circular band, typically worn on the finger as jewelry or a symbol

"She received a beautiful engagement ring."

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rime

noun
/raɪm/

frost formed on cold surfaces by freezing water vapor

"The trees were covered with a white rime after the cold night."

rim

noun
/rɪm/

the outer edge or border of a circular object

"The coffee cup had a chip on its rim."

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rile

verb
/raɪl/

to irritate or annoy someone

"His careless comments really riled her."

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rigor

noun
/ˈrɪɡər/

strictness, severity, or demanding conditions

"The training was carried out with great rigor."

noun
/ˈrɪɡməˌroʊl/

a long, complicated, and confusing process or story

"Getting a visa was such a rigmarole of paperwork and interviews."

adverb
/ˈrɪdʒɪdli/

in a strict, inflexible manner; without compromise

"The rules are rigidly enforced in this institution."

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ridge

noun
/rɪdʒ/

a long, narrow hilltop, mountain range, or raised strip

"We walked along the mountain ridge."

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Rifle

noun
/ˈraɪfəl/

a type of long-barreled gun designed for accurate shooting

"The hunter carried a rifle to catch game."

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rife

adjective
/raɪf/

widespread or common, often in a negative sense

"Corruption was rife in the old government system."

adjective
/rɪˈdɪkjʊləs/

Deserving mockery; absurd or unreasonable.

"The idea of flying pigs is ridiculous."

verb
/ˈrɪdɪkjuːl/

To make fun of someone or something in a cruel or dismissive way.

"He was ridiculed for his strange ideas."

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ride

verb
/raɪd/

to sit on and control the movement of something, typically a vehicle or animal

"She loves to ride her bike around the park."

adjective
/ˈroʊlɪŋ/

moving in gentle undulations; moving forward by turning over and over

"They drove through the rolling hills of the countryside."