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Richter

Noun / ˈrɪktɜ: / Another word for richter — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Richter is a surname of German origin, and it refers to someone who is a judge or a keeper of the law.

Synonyms & similar words

judge magistrate justice arbiter referee umpire adjudicator jurist lawyer attorney counsel advocate barrister solicitor lawman lawwoman sheriff policeman policewoman

Common collocations

  • Richter scale
  • Richter magnitude
  • Richter measurement
  • Richter earthquake
  • Richter tremor
  • Richter reading

Word family

noun Richter

Usage note

The term 'Richter' is primarily used as a proper noun, referring to the Richter scale for measuring earthquake magnitude. It is not typically used as a common noun with direct synonyms or antonyms.

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Example sentences

  1. The Richter scale measures the magnitude of an earthquake.
  2. Judge Richter presided over the trial.
  3. My friend's last name is also Richter.
  4. The Richter family runs a successful business.
  5. The Richter brothers are both lawyers.

Quotes

  • I was in California when that big earthquake happened that messed up Richter Scale. - Lawrence Ferlinghetti
  • I think that the Richter scale is the best means of rating the strength of an earthquake. - Charles Richter
  • I am not rich, I am not famous, I am not a Rothschild, but I am a Richter. - Sviatoslav Richter

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