Definitions
There are 13 meanings of the word
Reach.
How to pronounce reach:
US
Reach - as a noun
The limits within which something can be effective
Example: "Range of motion"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rangeHypernyms (Closely Related)
limitHyponyms (Broadly Related)
An area in which something acts or operates or has power or control:
Example: "A piano has a greater range than the human voice"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ambitcompassorbitrangescopeHypernyms (Closely Related)
extentHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of physically reaching or thrusting out
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
reachingstretchHypernyms (Closely Related)
motilitymotionmovemovementHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The limit of capability
Example: "Within the compass of education"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
compassgrasprangeHypernyms (Closely Related)
capabilitycapablenesspotentialityHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Reach - as a verb
Reach a destination, either real or abstract
Example: "We hit detroit by noon"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arrive atattaingainhitmakeHypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Reach a point in time, or a certain state or level
Example: "The thermometer hit 100 degrees"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
attainhitHypernyms (Closely Related)
arrivecomegetHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Move forward or upward in order to touch; also in a metaphorical sense
Example: "Government reaches out to the people"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
reach outBe in or establish communication with
Example: "Our advertisements reach millions"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contactget hold ofget throughHypernyms (Closely Related)
communicateintercommunicateHyponyms (Broadly Related)
To gain with effort
Example: "She achieved her goal despite setbacks"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
accomplishachieveattainHypernyms (Closely Related)
bring home the baconcome throughdeliver the goodssucceedwinHyponyms (Broadly Related)
To extend as far as
Example: "The sunlight reached the wall"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
extend totouchHypernyms (Closely Related)
beHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Place into the hands or custody of
Example: "Hand me the spoon, please"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
givehandpasspass onturn overHypernyms (Closely Related)
transferHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The hikers finally reached the mountaintop after a long and arduous climb."
"The swimmer made a final reach for the edge of the pool."
"The company's reach expanded significantly after the merger."
"The book's reach extends to readers of all ages."
"The child's reach was not long enough to grab the toy."
Word Game Points
Is REACH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, reach is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
REACH has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is REACH a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, reach is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordREACH has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is REACH a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, reach is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordREACH has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
