RESERVE
Scrabble letter values: R1E1S1E1R1V4E1 = 10
Definition
- verb hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency.
- verb give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause. — synonyms: allow, appropriate, earmark, set_aside
- verb obtain or arrange (for oneself) in advance.
- verb arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance. — synonyms: hold, book
- noun formality and propriety of manner. — synonyms: modesty
- noun something kept back or saved for future use or a special purpose. — synonyms: backlog, stockpile
- noun an athlete who plays only when a starter on the team is replaced. — synonyms: substitute, second-stringer
- noun (medicine) potential capacity to respond in order to maintain vital functions.
- noun a district that is reserved for particular purpose. — synonyms: reservation
- noun armed forces that are not on active duty but can be called in an emergency. — synonyms: military_reserve
- noun the trait of being uncommunicative. — synonyms: reticence, taciturnity
Examples
- “they held back their applause in anticipation”
- “I will earmark this money for your research”
- “She sets aside time for meditation every day”