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reserve

verb

/rɪˈzɜːv/

Meaning

to keep something for future use; to book in advance

to arrange for something to be kept for future use or for a particular person

I want to reserve a table for dinner.

They reserved a table for two at the restaurant.

reserve judgment

book, save, keep, set aside, arrange, retain

Entry 1

book, save, keep, set aside

Entry 2

book, arrange, set aside, retain

use, spend, consume, waste, release, cancel, give up

Entry 1

use, spend, consume, waste

Entry 2

release, cancel, give up

reserve seats, reserve rights, nature reserve, cash reserves, reserve a seat, reserve a table, reserve funds

Entry 1

reserve seats, reserve rights, nature reserve, cash reserves

Entry 2

reserve a seat, reserve a table, reserve funds, reserve rights

to cause someone to feel upset, disappointed, or worried; to alarm or distress

To speak or perform without preparation; improvise.

To make less severe, serious, or painful; to reduce the intensity or impact of something harmful.

To increase, improve, or raise something.

To restore someone or something to their former position or condition.

to use force to try to harm a person, group, or place