Words Starting With "R"
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Remiss
Remiss refers to a failure to fulfill a duty or responsibility. It can also describe a state of failing to take action or make an effort to correct a problem or improve a situation.
Remissible
Remissible is not a commonly used word in English. However, it might be related to the word "remiss," which is an adjective that means careless, negligent, or inattentive.<br><br>If we modify the word "remissible" according to the Latin root "re-" (meaning "again" or "anew") and "-missible" (meaning "capable of being done or performed"), it's possible that "remissible" means capable of being remiss again or having a tendency to be careless or inattentive once more.<br><br>Note that this is a speculative interpretation, and I'm not aware of any widely accepted definition for the word "remissible." If you could provide more context or information about where you encountered this word, I'd be happy to help clarify its meaning further.
Remission
Remission refers to a temporary or partial recovery from a disease or condition. It can also refer to a reduction or cessation of symptoms, or a partial payment or discharge of a debt. In a broader sense, remission can also mean a forgiving or overlooking of a disadvantage or a past fault.<br><br>For example:<br><br> "The patient has been in remission for three years, which is a great relief to her and her family."<br> "The company granted the employee a remission on the outstanding loan."<br> "The judge allowed remission to the defendant due to lack of evidence."<br><br>In terms of medical contexts, remission is often used in reference to:<br><br> Cancer remission: a period where the cancer is not growing or spreading.<br> Multiple sclerosis remission: a partial or complete reduction in symptoms.<br> Migraine remission: a period of fewer or no migraines.<br><br>Note that remission does not always mean a complete cure, but rather a temporary reprieve or reduction in severity.
Remissions
A reduction or cessation of the severity of symptoms or of the rate of progression of a disease, typically in a person with cancer or HIV.
Remissive
Remissive refers to a state of forgetfulness, lack of memory, or failure to remember. It can describe someone who frequently forgets things, or who fails to recall past events, experiences, or incidents. The word can also imply a sense of neglect or carelessness, as if the person is not paying attention to important details or responsibilities.
Remissness
Remissness refers to a lack of awareness, attention, or meticulousness, often resulting in neglect or failure to fulfill obligations or responsibilities. It can also imply a state of being neglectful, careless, or inattentive. It typically suggests a degree of guilt or blame for not being diligent or thorough in one's duties or actions.<br><br>Example: "The company was criticized for its remissness in providing timely customer support, leading to customer complaints and a loss of business."
Remits
Verbs: to send or pay (money) to someone, especially as a refund, compensation, or by order of a court or government.<br><br>Example: The government will remit the fine to the charity.<br><br>Nouns: remittances, a payment made to one's relatives or friends living in a different country.
Remittance
Remittance refers to the act of paying or sending money to someone, especially money sent to a person living abroad by someone who lives or works in another country.
Remittances
Remittances refer to the money or goods sent by migrants or immigrants from their country of origin to their families or communities back home. It is a significant source of income for many developing countries and can play a crucial role in economic development. Remittances can take the form of cash, money transfers, direct deposit, or even goods and services sent through various means, such as banking, postal services, or informal networks.
Remittant
Remittant refers to a person or thing that is remitting or paying back money or debts, especially in a regular or recurring manner.
Remitted
Remitted refers to money or funds that have been sent from one place to another, often in the form of a payment or transfer. It can also describe someone or something that has been sent away or expelled from a particular place.<br><br>Example: The company remitted the payment to the supplier.<br><br>In medical contexts, the term remitted can refer to a symptom or pain that has been alleviated or improved, often as a result of treatment.<br><br>Example: The patient reported that the medication had partially remitted her symptoms.<br><br>In a broader sense, remitted can also mean to have given up or renounced a claim or ownership, often as a result of a decision, agreement, or law.<br><br>Example: The country remitted its sovereignty to the international organization.
Remitter
A person or organization that sends or forwards a payment, document, or other item to another party, often as a matter of business or financial obligation.<br><br>Example: "The remitter of the check was unknown to the bank, so they needed to verify the sender's identity."<br><br>Alternatively, a remitter can also refer to a person who sends or forwards information, ideas, or influence to another person or group.<br><br>Example: "The artist was not the original remitter of the idea, but she played a crucial role in popularizing it."
Remitters
Remitters refer to individuals or companies that send money from one location to another, often across international borders. These can be financial institutions, such as banks, or specialized money transfer services like Western Union or MoneyGram.<br><br>In a more abstract sense, remitters can also refer to people who send written or printed materials, such as letters or documents, to someone else, typically via mail or other communication channels.
Remitting
Sending or giving money or other items to someone, especially officially or formally:arring a large sum in remittances to her homeland each month.
Remix
A mix of elements, especially music, created from an existing recording, often combined with new or different versions of the original tracks to create a new and unique sound.
Remixed
Adjective: Created from or combining elements of different things, such as art, music, or products.<br><br>Example: The artist's new painting was a remixed version of her earlier work, incorporating new techniques and styles.
Remixes
A remix is a new version of a song, music video, or other creative work that has been edited or reworked from the original. Remixes often involve changing the tempo, melody, or harmony of the original work, or incorporating elements from other songs or styles.
Remnant
A remnant refers to the remains or leftover parts of something that has been partially destroyed, used up, or worn out. It can also refer to a small group or remainder of people or things that continue to exist or survive after others have been destroyed, assimilated, or gotten rid of. In a broader sense, a remnant can also connote a reminder or surviving fragment of a past era, culture, or idea.
Remnants
The word "remnants" refers to the remaining parts or leftovers of something that has been destroyed, damaged, or reduced in any way. These remnants can be physical, such as leftover food or ashes from a fire, or they can be metaphorical, such as lingering emotions or memories after a relationship has ended.
Remodel
to make something look very different by changing its appearance, or to make someone's life look different by creating a more attractive and appealing environment.
Remodeled
1. Changed or improved in appearance, function, or structure, often by revamping or rearranging something.<br><br>Example: "The hotel was completely remodeled and now boasts a modern and luxurious look."<br><br>2. To improve or renovate something.<br><br>Example: "We remodeled the old house to make it more spacious and energy-efficient."<br><br>Synonyms: renovated, refurbished, revamped, updated, redecorated, overhauled.
Remodeling
Remodeling refers to the process of renovating or reconstructing something, typically a building, room, or property, to improve its appearance, function, or value. It involves making significant changes to the physical structure, layout, or systems, such as plumbing, electrical, or HVAC, to update or upgrade the space. Remodeling can be done to improve the aesthetic appeal, create more functional spaces, or increase the market value of a property.
Remodelled
Given to or returning to a former person's or group of people's original state, form, or condition.
Remodeller
Person responsible for visiting, inspecting, and taking charge of an older ship to prepare it safely or economically to continue regular service after its duties have been greatly revised or to place in a state for the laying up in the ordinary reserve.
Remodelling
The process of giving something a new design, often by changing its structure, layout, or organization.<br><br>Remodelling can be used to describe a renovation of a building, a makeover of a product, or even a transformation of a system or a process.<br><br>For example:<br><br>"My parents are remodeling the living room to make it look more modern."<br><br>"They are remodelling the company's organizational structure to increase efficiency."<br><br>Synonyms include: renovation, makeover, refurbishment, reconstruction.
Remollient
Softening or soothing, especially the skin. <br><br>Example: The remollient lotion helped to calm my sunburn.
Remonstrance
A stern expression of disapproval or complaint.<br><br>Example: The human rights group issued a remonstrance against the government's latest policy changes.
Remonstrances
Formal expressions of protesting or objecting to something, usually in a polite and courteous manner.
Remonstrants
Those who remonstrate, or express strong objections or complaints, often in opposition to a law, plan, or action.<br><br>Example: A group of remonstrants gathered outside the city hall to protest a proposed development project.
Remonstrate
To express strong disapproval or dissent, typically in a formal or official manner.<br><br>Example: "The company remonstrated with the government about the tax laws they proposed."<br><br>In other words, remonstrate means to complain or object formal and officially.