English to English Dictionary

Reciprocate

To respond to (a gesture or action) by making a corresponding one.

Reciprocity

The practice of exchanging things with others for mutual benefit, especially privileges or a sense of shared sentiment.

Recital

A performance of music or poetry, typically given by a soloist or small group.

Recitation

The act of reciting or reading aloud from memory, especially in a formal context.

Reciter

A person who recites something, especially poetry, passages, or sacred texts aloud from memory or from a text.

Reckless

Showing a lack of care about the possible consequences of an action; rash.

Recklessness

The trait of acting without thinking or caring about the consequences of an action.

Reclaimable

Capable of being reclaimed or recovered.

Recline

To lean or lie back in a relaxed position.

Recliner

A chair that can be tilted back and often has a footrest that can be raised.

Reclose

To close something again after it has been opened.

Recluse

A person who lives a solitary life and tends to avoid other people.