Definitions
There are 13 meanings of the word
Reaches.
Reaches - 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)
Reaches - 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
"She reaches for the top shelf to grab a book."
"He reaches out to shake her hand."
"The hiker reaches the summit after hours of climbing."
"The child reaches for a cookie on the counter."
"With his long arms, he easily reaches the light switch."
Word Game Points
Is REACHES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, reaches is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
REACHES has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is REACHES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, reaches is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordREACHES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is REACHES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, reaches is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordREACHES has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
