Vocabularios

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resident coordinator definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈrez.ɪ.dənt ˈkəʊ.ɔː.dɪ.neɪ.tər/

A local administrator or official who coordinates activities in a specific region.

"The resident coordinator welcomed all representatives."

adjective C1
/rɪˈzɪdjuəl/

Remaining after the greater part has gone.

"The patient experienced residual pain after the surgery."

residue definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈrɛzɪdjuː/

A small amount of something that remains after the main part has been removed or used.

"There was a sticky residue left on the table after the spill."

residues definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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residues

noun C1
ˈrez.ɪ.djuːz

A small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken or used.

"The burning process leaves no harmful residues."

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resin

noun C1
/ˈrɛzɪn/

a sticky organic substance, usually secreted by plants, often used in varnishes or plastics

"The craftsman used natural resin to make the sculpture shine."

adjective C1
/rɪˈzɪstɪv/

tending to resist or oppose; in physics, relating to electrical resistance

"The material has resistive properties that slow down current flow."

adjective C1
/ˈrɛzəluːt/

Admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering.

"He remained resolute despite the many challenges."

resonance definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈrɛzənəns/

The quality of a sound being deep, full, and reverberating; the ability to evoke a strong response.

"Her voice had a resonance that filled the hall."

adjective C1
/ˈrɛzənənt/

Deep, clear, and continuing to sound or echo.

"The resonant voice of the speaker filled the hall."

verb C1
/ˈrɛzəneɪt/

To produce or be filled with a deep, full, and reverberating sound; to evoke a feeling or memory.

"Her words resonated with the audience."

verb C1
/rɪˈzaʊnd/

To fill a place with sound; to be celebrated or talked about widely.

"The hall resounded with applause."

resource-efficient definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/rɪˈsɔːrs ɪˈfɪʃ.ənt/

Using resources in a way that minimizes waste and maximizes productivity.

"Resource-efficient farming conserves water and energy."

adverb C1
/rɪˈspek.tə.bli/

in a way that is worthy of respect; decently; properly

"She was dressed respectably for the interview."

noun C1
/ˌrɛspɪˈreɪʃən/

The process of breathing or the exchange of gases in living organisms.

"Respiration is essential for all living beings."

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respite

noun C1
/ˈrɛspɪt/

A short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant.

"The weekend provided a welcome respite from work."

respondent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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respondent

noun C1
/rɪˈspɒndənt/

A person who replies to something, especially in a survey or legal case

"The survey had over 1,000 respondents."

noun C1
/rɪˈspɒnsɪvnəs/

The quality of reacting quickly and positively

"The manager appreciated her responsiveness to customer feedback."

noun C1
/ˌrɛstɪˈtjuːʃən/

The act of restoring something to its rightful owner or compensating for loss

"The court ordered restitution to the victims of the fraud."

adjective C1
/rɪˈstreɪnd/

characterized by reserve or self-control; held back

"Her restrained reaction surprised everyone."

restructuring definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˌriːˈstrʌk.tʃər.ɪŋ

The action of organizing something differently.

"The company underwent restructuring to improve efficiency."

Resumption definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/rɪˈzʌmpʃən/

The act of starting something again after a pause or interruption.

"The resumption of classes after the holidays brought excitement among students."

verb C1
/rɪˈsɜːrdʒ/

To rise, increase, or become active again after a decline.

"Interest in traditional crafts has begun to resurge."

resurgence definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/rɪˈsɜːrdʒəns/

An increase or revival after a period of little activity or decline.

"There has been a resurgence of interest in vintage fashion."

adjective C1
/rɪˈsɜːrdʒənt/

Becoming strong, active, or popular again.

"The resurgent economy gave hope to many businesses."

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resurrect

verb C1
/ˌrɛzəˈrɛkt/

To bring back to life or revive something from the past.

"The director decided to resurrect the old play for a new audience."

verb C1
/rɪˈsʌsɪteɪt/

to revive someone from unconsciousness or apparent death

"The doctors tried to resuscitate the patient after the heart attack."

noun C1
/rɪˈteɪnər/

a fee paid in advance to secure someone's services, or a device that holds something in place

"The lawyer asked for a retainer before taking the case."

verb C1
/rɪˈtælieɪt/

to make an attack in return for a similar attack

"The army retaliated after the enemy attack."

Retaliation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/rɪˌtæl.iˈeɪ.ʃən/

the action of returning a military attack; counterattack; revenge for an injury or wrong

"The country threatened retaliation against any act of aggression."

retaliatory definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/rɪˈtæl.i.ə.tɔːr.i/

Taking action in response to another's action, characterized as punitive, revengeful, or counteractive.

"The country imposed retaliatory tariffs in response to trade sanctions."

verb C1
/rɪˈtɑːrd/

to delay or slow down the progress of something

"Lack of funds may retard the development of the project."

noun C1
/ˈrɛtɪsəns/

the quality of being reserved or unwilling to speak freely

"His reticence made it difficult to know what he was thinking."

reticent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈrɛtɪsənt/

not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily; reserved

"She was reticent about her personal life."

adjective C1
/rɪˈtaɪərɪŋ/

Shy and reserved; avoiding social contact.

"She is a quiet, retiring woman who avoids attention."

verb C1
/rɪˈtɔːrt/

To reply quickly or sharply, often in a witty or angry manner.

"He quickly retorted that he was not to blame."

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retouch

verb C1
/ˌriːˈtʌtʃ/

To improve or repair a picture, photograph, or image by making small changes.

"The photographer retouched the image to remove blemishes."

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retrace

verb C1
/rɪˈtreɪs/

to go back over a path or route; to recall and repeat steps taken earlier

"She retraced her steps to find her lost keys."

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retract

verb C1
/rɪˈtrækt/

to withdraw a statement, promise, or part of the body; to pull back

"The company retracted its earlier statement after realizing the error."

noun C1
/rɪˈtrækʃən/

the act of taking back a statement, promise, or belief

"The newspaper issued a retraction of the false report."

noun C1
/ˌrɛtrɪˈbjuːʃən/

punishment inflicted as vengeance for a wrong or crime

"The villagers demanded retribution for the crime committed."

retrieval definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
rɪˈtriː.vəl

The process of getting or bringing something back; recovery of stored information.

"AI-based search engines ensure fast retrieval of data."

adjective C1
/ˌrɛtroʊˈæktɪv/

applying to a period before it was enacted or established

"The new law was made retroactive to cover past cases."

retrofitting definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈrɛ.trəʊ.fɪt.ɪŋ/

The addition of new technology or features to older systems.

"The building underwent retrofitting to meet new safety standards."

adjective C1
/ˈrɛtroʊˌɡreɪd/

moving backward or returning to a worse condition

"The policy was seen as a retrograde step for human rights."

noun C1
/ˈrɛtrəsˌpɛkt/

the act of looking back on or reviewing past events

"In retrospect, the decision seemed unwise."

adjective C1
/ˌrɛtrəˈspɛktɪv/

Looking back on or dealing with past events or situations.

"The museum held a retrospective exhibition of the artist's work."

adjective C1
/rɪˈtɜː.nə.bəl/

able to be returned or given back

"The bottle is returnable for a deposit refund."

verb C1
/ˌriːˈvæmp/

To give a new and improved form, structure, or appearance to something.

"The company decided to revamp its website for a modern look."

revel definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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revel

verb C1
/ˈrevəl/

to enjoy oneself in a lively and noisy way; to take great pleasure in

"They revel in their success."

adjective C1
/rɪˈvenʒ.fəl/

seeking or desiring revenge; vindictive

"He became revengeful after being betrayed by his friend."