-rel

¹

1. a noun suffix having a diminutive or pejorative force:

   wastrel.

rel.

²

abbreviation for

1. relating.
2. relative.
3. relatively.
4. released.
5. religion.
6. religious.

rel.

¹

abbreviation for

1. relating
2. relative(ly)

-rel

²

suffix forming nouns

1. mainly disparaging indicating a person or thing viewed as diminutive, trivial, or worthless

   wastrel

   mongrel

Word History and Origins

Origin of -rel¹

Middle English < Old French -erel, -erelle

Example Sentences

“And then, all of a sudden, it almost felt like, ‘OK, now you too famous,’” says Lil Rel Howery, who has been close with Haddish since they met while competing on “Who’s Got Jokes?” in 2006.

From Los Angeles Times

The beloved children’s book finally comes to the screen, with a cast led by Zachary Levi, Lil Rel Howery and Zooey Deschanel.

From Seattle Times

Starring Zachary Levi as Harold and Lil Rel Howery, it blends animation and live action.

From Seattle Times

Voicing support in the comments for Sinbad amid his recovery were fellow stars including Robin Thede, Wanda Sykes, Judd Apatow, Terry Crews and Lil Rel Howery.

From Los Angeles Times

With this mobile ordering service, passengers can order food for pickup from 20 airport restaurants such as McDonald’s, Hachi-Ko, Ballard Brew Hall, Rel’Lish Burger Lounge and Pei Wei.

From Seattle Times