reraise
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈrɪəreɪz/
KK: /ˈrɛrˌeɪz/
noun
Definition
An increase in a bet that follows another increase in a previous bet, typically used in gambling contexts.
Example
In poker, a reraise can change the dynamics of the game significantly.
Conversation
Did you see that last poker game?
Yeah, I was surprised by the big reraise at the end.
I know, right? It totally changed the dynamics of the game.
Definitely! That reraise kept everyone on their toes.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
increase
boost
elevation
Antonyms
decrease
reduction
drop
verb
Definition
To increase a bet or amount again after it has already been raised once.
Example
In the poker game, I decided to reraise after seeing my opponent's bet.
Tense Forms
Past: reraised
Past Participle: reraised
Conversation
Did you see that poker game last night?
Yeah, it was intense! I can't believe he decided to reraise.
Right? It made the whole game so much more exciting.
Root Explanation
Reraise is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "raise" (from Old English "raisan", meaning to lift or elevate). The word "reraise" means to raise something again or to lift it up once more.
Memory Tip
Think of 'raising' something 'again' — 're-' means again, and 'raise' means to lift up.
Visually Confused Words
rerise
reprise
rearise
raise
erase
reappraise
treatise
rephrase