English to English Dictionary

Rebuff

An abrupt or ungracious refusal of an offer, request, or friendly gesture.

Rebuild

To build something again after it has been damaged or destroyed.

Rebuilding

The act or process of constructing something again or restoring something that has been damaged, demolished, or impaired.

Rebuke

An expression of sharp disapproval or criticism.

Rebut

To claim or prove that something is false or untrue; to refute an accusation or argument by presenting contrary evidence.

Recalcitrant

Having an obstinately uncooperative attitude toward authority or discipline.

Recall

The act of remembering or bringing back to mind.

Recalled

To bring back to mind; to remember.

Recant

To say that you no longer hold an opinion or belief, especially one considered heretical or offensive, typically under pressure or formally.

Recantation

The formal withdrawal of a statement or belief, especially a previously held opinion or doctrine.

Recap

A summary or brief review of previously covered material.

Recapitulate

To summarize or restate the main points of something.