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8,130 words, searchable by word, definition, part of speech, and CEFR level.

relationship Noun B1

The way in which two or more people or things are connected, or feel about and behave toward each other.

relative Noun A1

A member of your family.

relative atomic mass Noun B2

The average mass of the atoms of an element, taking into account the proportions of its different isotopes, compared with one twelfth the mass of a carbon-12 atom.

relative clause Noun B1

A clause that gives more information about a noun, usually introduced by a word like 'who', 'which', or 'that'.

relative motion Noun B2

The movement of an object as measured from a particular point of view, rather than from a fixed, absolute position.

relativism Noun C1

The view that truth, morality, or knowledge are not absolute but depend on the perspective of the person, culture, or period involved.

relativity Noun B2

Einstein's theory describing how measurements of space, time and motion depend on the observer's frame of reference.

relax Verb A1

To become or make less tense, worried, or stiff.

relaxed Adjective A1

Feeling calm and free from worry or tension.

relay Noun A1

A race in which team members take turns covering part of the distance.

release Verb A1

To let something or someone go free, or to make something available to the public.

relegate Verb C1

To assign someone or something to a lower rank or less important position.

relentless Adjective B1

Continuing without stopping or slowing down, especially in a determined or harsh way.

relevance Noun B2

The quality of being closely connected to the matter being discussed or considered.

relevant Adjective A2

Closely connected to the subject being discussed or considered.

reliable Adjective B1

Able to be trusted to do what is expected, consistently.

reliable narrator Noun B2

A narrator whose account of events the reader can trust as accurate and honest.

relief Noun A2

A feeling of comfort after something stressful, painful, or worrying has ended or eased.

relief rainfall Noun B2

Rainfall that occurs when moist air is forced to rise over high ground, cool, and condense.

religion Noun A2

A system of belief and worship, often centered on a god or gods.

religious Adjective B1

Relating to religion or belief in a god, or very devoted to a practice.

relish Verb B2

To greatly enjoy an experience or activity.

reluctant Adjective B2

Not willing to do something, and hesitating before doing it.

rely Verb B2

To depend on someone or something with trust or confidence.

remain Verb A2

To stay in the same place or condition, or to continue to exist.

remainder Noun A2

The part that is left over, especially the number left after division.

remains Noun A2

The parts of something that are left after the rest has gone, been used, or destroyed.

remark Verb B2

To make a comment or observation, often casually.

remarkable Adjective A2

Unusual or impressive enough to be worth noticing or talking about.

remarkably Adverb B2

To a surprising or extraordinary degree.

remedial Adjective B2

Intended to correct or improve a skill or problem, especially in learning.

remedy Noun B2

Something that solves a problem or cures an illness.

remember Verb A1

To keep something in your mind or bring it back to mind.

remind Verb B1

To cause someone to remember something or think of something.

remiss Adjective C1

Failing to give something proper care or attention; negligent.

remnant Noun B1

A small remaining piece or amount of something that once was larger or more complete.

remote Adjective A1

Far away from other places, or distant in a relationship or connection.

remove Verb A1

To take something away from a place or position.

renaissance Noun B2

A period of renewed growth and creativity in art, learning, or culture, or a revival of interest in something.

render Verb C1

To cause something to become a certain state, or to provide a service, or to represent something in art or performance.

renewable Adjective A2

Able to be replaced naturally and not likely to run out, such as sunlight or wind.

renewable energy Noun B1

Energy that comes from natural sources that are not used up when used, such as sunlight, wind, or water.

renewable resource Noun B1

A natural resource that can be replaced or replenished naturally within a reasonably short amount of time.

renovate Verb B2

To repair and improve a building so it is in good condition again.

renown Noun B2

The state of being widely known and admired for an achievement or quality.

rent Noun B1

A regular payment made for the use of property, land, or equipment owned by someone else.

renunciation Noun C1

The formal act of giving up a right, claim, or belief.

repair Verb A1

To fix something that is broken or damaged.