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read To comprehend the contents of a written or printed work. ■ She reads books so fast that I can barely keep up with her.
Log A long, narrow piece of wood or other material used for recording events or measuring something. ■ "I keep a log of all the books I read this year to see how many I've read in total."
skimmed To quickly read the first few pages of a book or article to get an idea of its content without actually reading it. ■ "I skimmed the article and decided I didn't need to read any further."
Summary A brief and concise overview of an event, topic, or situation. ■ He read the summary of the book to get a sense of what happened without actually having to read it. It was a great time saver.
Readers noun 1. People who read books, newspapers, or magazines. ■ The librarian was very pleased to see so many readers coming to the library to borrow books., verb 2. To peruse written material, such as a book or newspaper. ■ "Readers," said the professor, "are expected to read and understand every word in this textbook."
reread To read a book, article, or other written material over and over again. ■ After finishing her first read of "Harry Potter," Jane decided to reread it to catch all the little details she had missed on her initial run-through. But by the end of the second reading, she realized that there was still so much more to discover!
autobiographical 1. Of or pertaining to a person's life, especially as told by themselves. ■ "I may be biased, but I can assure you that my autobiography is the most entertaining and riveting read of all time."
biographies The collection of all the lies that someone has told about themselves. ■ "I just read John Smith's biographies and they were so inspiring. I can't wait to start telling my own tall tales."
biography A collection of lies told about someone's life to make them look good. ■ "His biography is a hilarious read, full of exaggerations and embellishments that make you wonder if any of it is even true."
blissfully To experience great pleasure and happiness without any care or worry. ■ "I'm blissfully unaware of the chaos in my kitchen," said John, as he continued to read his book.
book A collection of pages bound together for reading. ■ "I can't decide whether to read the novel or the cookbook. Guess which one I picked up at the library?"
club A group of people who share a common interest or hobby. ■ "I joined the book club because I love to read and meet new people."
comics A collection of visual representations and captions that tell a story or convey humor. ■ When I found out my cat could read comics, I was absolutely purr-fectly surprised!
cuneiform A writing system used by the ancient Sumerians, characterized by the use of wedge-shaped marks on clay tablets. ■ "I can't read cuneiform, but I love the way it looks like a bunch of wiggly lines."
data A large pile of information that is too boring to read or understand. ■ "I tried to learn about data analysis, but I couldn't get past the first page. It was just too dull."
dreary adjective: 1. Excruciatingly boring and depressing, often to the point of inducing drowsiness or lethargy. ■ "I tried to read a novel, but the dreary prose made my eyes glaze over and I fell asleep within minutes."
hoaxes A series of elaborate and hilarious pranks or jokes designed to fool people. ■ "The class was in stitches as they read through the entire hoaxes playbook, which included farting in church and pretending to be a telepath."
Ignorant A person who is foolish, uneducated, or lacks knowledge about a particular subject. ■ "I'm not ignorant, I just haven't read the book yet."
Illustrated A picture book with lots of funny pictures and captions. ■ I love to read illustrated books before bed because they make me laugh so much!
Leisure A state of being free from work or responsibility, allowing time for enjoyment and relaxation. ■ "I'm taking some leisure time today to read my favorite book."
literature a collection of written works, especially those considered to have artistic or intellectual merit. ■ "I'm such a literature major, I can read the classics in my sleep."
manifesto A public statement or declaration of a group's policies, beliefs, and goals. ■ "The Communist Manifesto" by Karl Marx is still widely read today, despite its age. In fact, some people even call it the "old school manifesto."
manuscript A collection of words and phrases on paper that are intended to be read by others. ■ "I wrote a manuscript for my book, but it's still in the draft stage. I hope to have it finished soon."
Novel A long and often uninteresting story that no one has heard before. ■ She decided to read a novel about the history of pineapple farming in Brazil, only to find herself falling asleep after the first chapter.
percent A measure of something expressed as a proportion of 100, often used in statistics and accounting. ■ "I'm not sure what percentage of people actually read this book, but I hope it's more than just a few percent."
pronounced To be read aloud by a person with a thick accent. ■ "I can't understand what the professor is saying, she pronounces everything like she's from Mississippi."
psychic A person who has the ability to perceive information hidden from the normal senses through extrasensory perception. ■ "I may be a psychic, but I can't seem to read minds."
Reader A person who reads books and other written materials, often aloud to others. ■ "I can't believe you read your newspaper every morning. You're such a reader!"
reading The act of looking at text with your eyes and comprehending it. ■ Did you hear about the guy who tried to read a book using only his nose? Well, he had trouble getting past the first chapter.
Refining The process of making something better, but in a way that makes it even more complex or difficult to understand. ■ "I'm refining my code by adding more comments and making it harder for anyone else to read."
reviewed To thoroughly read, evaluate, and comment on a piece of literature or art. ■ "I reviewed the book last night and was thoroughly unimpressed. It's like the author had a bountiful supply of adverbs but nothing else."
Shorthanded To use a shorthand writing system, such as Pitman or Teeline. ■ I can't read shorthand, but I can write it like a pro!
sighted adjective Having or using good eyesight. ■ She is so sighted that she can read the smallest print from a mile away!
Subscriptions A monthly fee paid to access a service, product or content. ■ I have subscribed to so many magazines, but I never seem to find the time to read them. It's like my life is a never-ending subscription cycle!
tabloids A type of newspaper that focuses on gossip, scandal, and other sensational topics. ■ "The tabloid headline read: 'Celebrity A and Celebrity B in Secret Love Affair!'
Telepathic The ability to communicate with someone without speaking or using any physical means. ■ I was able to read my friend's thoughts without even being in the same room. We are truly telepathic!
Textbooks An extremely boring book used for academic purposes. ■ "I can't believe I have to read this textbook, it's like trying to wade through a sea of tedium.
unwrap To unroll or unfurl something, such as a present or a piece of paper. ■ "I can't wait to unwrap my birthday present!", "She asked for the menu to be unwrapped before she could read it.
volumes A large number of books or other written materials. ■ "I have read volumes of research on this topic, but I still don't understand it."
Warning A caution or message to be careful about something, usually given to prevent harm. ■ The warning sign on the highway read "Caution: Moose Crossing Ahead".
wrist A small, slender appendage of the human arm that is used to perform tasks such as pointing, gesturing, and holding objects. ■ "I need you to move your wrist so I can read this text on the phone screen."
Anthology A collection of humorous stories, poems, or other works of literature. ■ "The Great Jokes of the Century: An Anthology" is a must-read for anyone who loves to laugh. Here's an example from the book: "I told my wife she was drawing her eyebrows too high. She looked surprised.
Banner A large piece of fabric with colorful designs or text, often used to advertise a product or event. ■ "I saw this hilarious banner at the comedy festival that read 'I'm not lazy, I'm just conserving my energy.' It made me laugh so hard I had to stop and take a picture."
booker A person who books rooms for other people. ■ "I need to book a hotel room for my family, can you help me out?", A person who makes reservations at restaurants or events. ■ "What time do we have our dinner reservation?", A person who is very organized and efficient. ■ "I'm always impressed by my friend's ability to book everything in advance. She's such a booker!", A person who is very knowledgeable about books and reading. ■ "I don't know what I would do without my booker friend to recommend new books for me to read."
braille A system of reading and writing for the blind, consisting of raised dots and dashes on paper or other surfaces. ■ "I'm so glad I learned braille, now I can read all the signs on the subway without having to ask for directions."
Chapter A section of a book, often containing a separate story or theme. ■ "I can't believe I have to read all these boring chapters in this textbook!" ■ "This novel has five chapters: love, betrayal, redemption, revenge, and the happily ever after."
clicks An amusing and comical term used to refer to the number of times a website or advertisement is viewed by individuals. Often used to measure the popularity and success of online content. ■ "Wow, that video got 1 million clicks in just one day!, "This ad has already earned 500 clicks today - it must be really funny., "I can't believe how many people clicked on that link to read the article about cats."
clubhouse A building used by a group of people, typically for socializing and recreational activities. ■ After a long day at work, the members of the book club retreated to their clubhouse to discuss their latest read., A group of people who share similar interests or hobbies and gather together regularly for socializing and recreational activities. ■ The members of the chess club were thrilled to have a permanent home in their newly acquired clubhouse., A place where people go to relax and unwind, typically by playing games or watching TV. ■ After finishing his workout, John headed to the clubhouse to relax with a cold beer and catch up on some sports news.
Colitis A medical condition in which the lining of the colon becomes inflamed and irritated, causing diarrhea and abdominal pain. ■ "She was so embarrassed about her colitis that she stopped going to parties. But then she realized that everyone else had it too, and she started wearing a sign that read 'I have colitis - join the club!'
commentaries A collection of witty and humorous comments or observations about a particular topic or subject. ■ "I read the commentaries on the latest political debate, but I have to admit I laughed so hard I had to put down my phone."