Dictionary Only:
Profanity Off:

RARE

(adj.sat, noun, adj., verb)

Definitions

There are 14 meanings of the word Rare.

How to pronounce rare:

US

Rare - as an adjective satellite

Not widely known; especially valued for its uncommonness

Example: "A rare word"

Recurring only at long intervals

Example: "A rare appearance"

Not widely distributed

Example: "Rare herbs"

Having low density

Example: "Rare gasses"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rarefiedrarified

Marked by an uncommon quality; especially superlative or extreme of its kind

Example: "What is so rare as a day in june"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
uncommon

(of meat) cooked a short time; still red inside

Example: "Rare roast beef"

Rare - as a noun

A scarce or uncommon item.

Rare - as an adjective

Very uncommon; scarce.

Example: "Black pearls are very rare and therefore very valuable."

(of a gas) thin; of low density.

Good; enjoyable.

(particularly meats) cooked very lightly, so the meat is still red (in the case of steak or beef in the general sense).

Early

Rare - as a verb

To rear, rise up, start backwards.

To rear, bring up, raise.

Example Sentences

"Finding a four leaf clover is a rare occurrence."
"She has a rare talent for playing the piano."
"The museum has a collection of rare artifacts."
"This species of bird is becoming increasingly rare."
"In some cultures, it is considered a rare privilege to be invited to a wedding."
View more

Word Game Points

Is RARE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, rare is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RARE has a SCRABBLE points total of 4.

Is RARE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, rare is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RARE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 4.

Is RARE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, rare is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RARE has a WORDFEUD points total of 4.

A-Z Proximities

Add 1 Letter To Make These Words...

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen