Synonyms for

R

Verb / ɑ:r / Another word for r — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The letter 'r' is used as a consonant in the English alphabet and is the eighteenth letter.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

proceed advance progress continue

Informal

go move keep going carry on

Literary

journey fare wend

Antonyms

stop halt cease desist discontinue end terminate

Common collocations

  • run a business
  • run a marathon
  • run for office
  • run into trouble
  • run out of time
  • run a risk
  • run a test

Word family

noun runner
verb run
adjective running

Usage note

The word 'run' has a vast number of meanings. Context is crucial for understanding its intended use. Be mindful of phrasal verbs like 'run out of' which indicate depletion.

Example sentences

  1. I can write the letter 'r' in cursive.
  2. The word 'red' has the letter 'r' in it.
  3. The word 'run' starts with the letter 'r'.
  4. The word 'rabbit' has two letter 'r's in it.
  5. The word 'river' has the letter 'r' in it.

Quotes

  • The letter 'r' is a pirate's favorite letter because it makes their 'arrr' sound.
  • The letter 'r' is an important letter in many words, like 'rainbow' and 'river'.
  • The letter 'r' is a consonant, which means it makes sounds like 'rrr' and 'ruh'.

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