REACH Synonyms: 184 Similar and Opposite Words

reach 1 of 2

verb

ˈrēch

Definition of reach

as in to hand

to shift possession of (something) from one person to another would you reach me the potatoes, please?

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Relevance

as in to contact

to transmit information or requests to you can reach me by phone after 3:00 p.m. most days

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as in to affect

to act upon (a person or a person's feelings) so as to cause a response the movie adaptation just didn't reach me the way the novel did

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reach

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noun

as in scope

an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends she's got a good memory, but critical thinking seems to be beyond her reach

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as in rank

usually reaches plural the placement of someone or something in relation to others in a vertical arrangement there are still only a few women in the upper reaches of the profession

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as in expansion

a wide space or area a wide reach of woods

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of reach

Verb

The storm could reach San Diego and Orange County, California, tonight or early tomorrow, according to the National Hurricane Center. — Erika Angulo, NBC news, 11 Oct. 2026 Flooding rains will be a primary concern, with several showers from Rachel having already reached the United States shoreline as of 2 pm Saturday. — Sean MacAday, Sacbee.com, 10 Oct. 2026

Noun

Waxahachie did not score again until the game was well out of reach. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Oct. 2026 Disney+ is also looking to strike more co-production deals with Korean broadcasters, hoping to improve both the quality and reach of shows for both partners. — Mathew Scott, HollywoodReporter, 9 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reach

Recent Examples of Synonyms for reach

Verb

The twist is, the would-be brides and grooms must hand total control of their love lives to their families.

— Max Goldbart, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026
One day earlier, the White House’s Office of Management and Budget granted $20 million to CBP before the money was handed to the advertising agency.

— David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of hand

Verb

If a bait is ingested by a child or adult, contact your local health department or call the phone number listed on the bait (1-877-722-6725).

— Eva Flowe October 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2026
Completed in 1919, the hospital was a flop, as only 33 veterans -- of 30,000 contacted -- expressed interest in care.

— Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of contact

Verb

In its demo version, included on the 20th-anniversary reissue, the song is emotional and politely affecting.

— Shaad D’Souza, Pitchfork, 11 Oct. 2026
The Salty, an artisanal doughnut chain, is running a weeklong campaign benefiting the Breasties, a nonprofit that helps many groups of people affected by breast cancer.

— Henri Hollis, AJC.com, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of affect

Noun

Although the post-pandemic decline of China was one of the main causes of Lauder’s slowdown in growth in 2023, today the broad demographic scope augurs continued growth.

— Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026
Generally, meetings happen at least once per year, but the cadence may vary based on complexity and the scope of the engagement.

— Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,Kelli Grant, CFP®, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of scope

Noun

In addition to being the league’s most valuable franchise, the Valkyries now hold the record for the fastest advancement to the Finals for an expansion team, making it to the championship in only their second season.

— Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 10 Oct. 2026
The plan is to grow to 100 million in 2028, once a gas-processing expansion is complete.

— Jordan Blum, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of expansion

Verb

And because of the Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act passed earlier this year, the company appears to be on track to have taxpayers foot the bill.

— H. Gilbert Welch, STAT, 6 Oct. 2026
It was intended to be a casino, but when the law to legalize casinos didn’t pass, the property was sold.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of pass

Verb

As the day winds down, get cozy in the living room for a game of cards and a glass of South African wine, or watch the sun set from the stone terrace.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
Each of the six main suspects get their chance to give their version of events on the day of Jodie’s death, effectively supplying their own alibis.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2026