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B1 noun rɪˈsɜː.tʃəz

researchers

chercheurs
Meaning
People who study and investigate to discover new information or facts.
Example
Researchers are working on innovative solutions.
Les chercheurs travaillent sur des solutions innovantes.
A2 verb /rɪˈsiːv/

receive

recevoir
Meaning
to get or accept something given; to welcome
Example
She receives a gift from her friend.
Elle reçoit un cadeau de son amie.
B2 noun /ˈrɒbər/

robber

voleur
Meaning
a person who steals property from others, often using force or threat
Example
The robber was caught after a quick police chase.
Le voleur a été arrêté après une poursuite policière rapide.
B2 verb /rɪˈzɑlv/

resolve

résoudre
Meaning
to solve a problem; to decide firmly
Example
The manager resolves the conflict between employees.
Le gestionnaire résout le conflit entre les employés.
B2 verb rɪˈstɔːr

restore

restaurer
Meaning
To bring back to a former or original state; to reinstate.
Example
Restoring the tradition of student politics is necessary.
Il est nécessaire de restaurer la tradition de la politique étudiante.
B2 noun /rɪˈlʌk.təns/

Reluctance

réticence; hésitation
Meaning
unwillingness to do something; hesitation
Example
He showed reluctance to accept the job offer.
Il a montré de la réticence à accepter l'offre d'emploi.
B1 verb /rɪˈper/

repair

réparer
Meaning
to fix something that is broken or damaged
Example
The mechanic will repair the car's engine tomorrow.
Le mécanicien réparera le moteur de la voiture demain.
B1 noun /ˈriː.dʒən/

Region

région; zone; territoire
Meaning
a particular area or part of a country or the world
Example
This region is famous for its wine production.
Cette région est célèbre pour sa production de vin.
C1 adjective /rɪˈvoʊltɪŋ/

revolting

répugnant
Meaning
extremely unpleasant or disgusting
Example
The smell of the garbage was revolting.
L’odeur des ordures était répugnante.
C1 noun/verb /rɪˈpoʊz/

repose

repos
Meaning
a state of rest, sleep, or tranquility; to rest or lie in a peaceful position
Example
After the long journey, she sought repose in the quiet garden.
Après le long voyage, elle chercha le repos dans le jardin tranquille.
C1 adjective /rɪˈpʌɡ.nənt/

Repugnant

répugnant; détestable; insupportable
Meaning
extremely distasteful; unacceptable; causing disgust or strong dislike
Example
The idea of lying to his parents was repugnant to him.
L'idée de mentir à ses parents lui était répugnante.
C1 verb /riˈdʒɔɪn/

rejoin

réintégrer
Meaning
to join again or return to a group, place, or activity
Example
After a short break, she decided to rejoin the team.
Après une courte pause, elle a décidé de réintégrer l'équipe.
C2 noun /rɪˈfɛktəri/

refectory

réfectoire
Meaning
a dining hall, especially in a monastery, convent, or school
Example
Students had lunch in the refectory.
Les étudiants ont déjeuné dans le réfectoire.
C1 verb /rɪˈmjuːnəreɪt/

remunerate

rémunérer
Meaning
To pay someone for services or work done.
Example
The company will remunerate employees fairly for their overtime.
L'entreprise rémunérera équitablement les employés pour leurs heures supplémentaires.
B2 noun /ˈruːmər/

Rumour

rumeur; commérage; nouvelle
Meaning
a currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth; gossip
Example
There's a rumour that the company will close next month.
Il y a une rumeur selon laquelle l'entreprise fermera le mois prochain.
C2 adjective rɪˈtɛn.tɪv

retentive

rétentif
Meaning
Having strong memory or the ability to retain information for a long time.
Example
Students with a retentive memory excel in academics.
Les étudiants ayant une mémoire rétentive excellent dans leurs études.
B1 noun /ˈref.ər.əns/

Reference

référence
Meaning
the action of mentioning or alluding to something; a source of information
Example
Please provide references to support your research claims.
Veuillez fournir des références pour étayer vos revendications de recherche.
C1 adjective /ˈreɪ.si/

racy

osé
Meaning
Lively, entertaining, or slightly shocking (especially in a sexual way).
Example
The novel was full of racy dialogues.
Le roman était plein de dialogues osés.
A2 adjective /rɪtʃ/

Rich

riche; fortuné; précieux
Meaning
having a lot of money or valuable possessions; abundant in nutrients or flavor
Example
The rich businessman donated money to the charity.
Le riche homme d'affaires a fait un don à la charité.
C1 adjective /ˈrɛtroʊˌɡreɪd/

retrograde

rétrograde
Meaning
moving backward or returning to a worse condition
Example
The policy was seen as a retrograde step for human rights.
La politique a été vue comme un pas rétrograde pour les droits de l'homme.
C1 verb /ˌriːˈkɒn.stɪ.tʃuːt/

reconstitute

reconstituer
Meaning
to restore something to its original form or state; to reassemble
Example
The group was reconstituted after the leader returned.
Le groupe a été reconstitué après le retour du leader.
B1 noun /rɪˈsɔːrs/

resource

ressource
Meaning
A supply of materials, money, or assets that can be used when needed.
Example
Water is a vital natural resource.
L'eau est une ressource naturelle vitale.
B2 adjective /raɪp/

Ripe

mûr; prêt à manger
Meaning
fully developed and ready to eat; mature; ready for action or use
Example
The bananas are ripe and ready to eat.
Les bananes sont mûres et prêtes à manger.
B1 verb /rɪˈvjuː/

review

réviser
Meaning
to examine or assess something again; to write a critical evaluation
Example
I need to review my notes before the exam.
J'ai besoin de revoir mes notes avant l'examen.
C1 noun /ˈrɛzɪn/

resin

résine
Meaning
a sticky organic substance, usually secreted by plants, often used in varnishes or plastics
Example
The craftsman used natural resin to make the sculpture shine.
L'artisan a utilisé de la résine naturelle pour faire briller la sculpture.
C2 adjective /rəˈkoʊkoʊ/

rococo

rococo
Meaning
characterized by ornate detail and elaborate decoration, especially in art, architecture, and design
Example
The palace was decorated in a lavish rococo style.
Le palais a été décoré dans un style rococo luxueux.
C1 noun /ˈrɒstrəm/

rostrum

estrade
Meaning
A raised platform for speakers, performers, or leaders.
Example
The politician delivered a speech from the rostrum.
Le politicien a fait un discours depuis l'estrade.
C1 verb /rɪˈkɔɪl/

recoil

reculer
Meaning
To suddenly spring back in fear, horror, or from force such as a gun's kickback.
Example
She recoiled at the sight of the snake.
Elle a reculé en voyant le serpent.
C2 adjective /rɪˈfʌldʒənt/

refulgent

resplendissant
Meaning
Shining brightly; radiant.
Example
The refulgent sun lit up the entire valley.
Le soleil resplendissant éclaira toute la vallée.
B2 noun/verb rɪˈfɔːm

reform

réforme
Meaning
Make changes in (something, typically a social, political, or economic institution or practice) in order to improve it.
Example
Reform in the education system was a priority.
La réforme du système éducatif était une priorité.
C2 verb /rɪˈkænt/

recant

rétracter
Meaning
to withdraw or renounce a statement or belief formally
Example
He recanted his previous statement in court.
Il a rétracté sa déclaration précédente au tribunal.
B2 adjective /rɪˈmuːvəbəl/

removable

amovible
Meaning
able to be removed or taken away
Example
This phone has a removable battery.
Ce téléphone a une batterie amovible.
C2 noun /ˌrækənˈtɜːr/

Raconteur

bonheur
Meaning
a person who tells anecdotes in a skillful and amusing way
Example
The old man was a gifted raconteur who entertained everyone with his stories.
Elle ne pouvait pas cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
C2 verb /ˈræpsəˌdaɪz/

rhapsodize

rhapsodier
Meaning
to speak or write with great enthusiasm and admiration
Example
He would often rhapsodize about his travels to Europe.
Il parlait souvent avec enthousiasme de ses voyages en Europe.
C1 noun /rɪˈvɜːrʒən/

reversion

réversion
Meaning
the act of returning to a previous state or condition
Example
The new policy marked a reversion to traditional methods.
La nouvelle politique a marqué une réversion vers des méthodes traditionnelles.
B1 noun /rɪˈfjuːz/

Refuse

déchets; rejet
Meaning
waste material; garbage; to decline or reject something
Example
Please put the refuse in the designated bins.
Veuillez mettre les déchets dans les bacs désignés.
C1 noun /rəˈviːn/

ravine

ravin
Meaning
A deep, narrow valley with steep sides.
Example
The river carved a deep ravine through the mountains.
La rivière a creusé un ravin profond à travers les montagnes.
C2 noun /ˈræʃənəlɪzəm/

rationalism

rationalisme
Meaning
a belief or theory that opinions and actions should be based on reason and knowledge rather than religious belief or emotion
Example
Rationalism emphasizes logic and reasoning over faith.
Le rationalisme met l'accent sur la logique et le raisonnement plutôt que sur la foi.
B2 verb /rɪˈvoʊlt/

revolt

se révolter
Meaning
to rebel against authority; to feel disgust
Example
The people revolted against the corrupt government.
Le peuple s'est révolté contre le gouvernement corrompu.
B2 noun /rɪˈsɛs/

recess

récréation
Meaning
A short break from work or school; also a small space set back in a wall.
Example
The children played outside during recess.
Les enfants ont joué dehors pendant la récréation.
B2 noun /ˈrest.ləs.nəs/

Restlessness

agitation
Meaning
the inability to rest or relax as a result of anxiety or boredom
Example
His restlessness during the long meeting was obvious to everyone.
Son agitation pendant la longue réunion était évidente pour tout le monde.
C2 noun /ˈrɛkwiəm/

requiem

messe de requiem
Meaning
A mass, music, or ceremony for the repose of the souls of the dead.
Example
The choir performed a requiem in memory of the late leader.
Le chœur a interprété un requiem en mémoire du leader décédé.
C2 adjective /roʊˈtʌnd/

rotund

rond
Meaning
round or plump in shape; full in sound
Example
The rotund cat struggled to climb the fence.
Le chat rond avait du mal à grimper la clôture.
C2 adjective /roʊn/

roan

roan
Meaning
denoting an animal, especially a horse, having a coat of mixed colors, typically reddish-brown and white
Example
The rider mounted a roan horse with a speckled coat.
Le cavalier monta un cheval roan avec un pelage tacheté.
A2 noun /ruːl/

rule

règle
Meaning
an accepted principle or instruction that states what is allowed or what must be done.
Example
There are strict rules about safety in the lab.
Il y a des règles strictes concernant la sécurité dans le laboratoire.
C1 verb /ˈrævɪdʒ/

ravage

ravager
Meaning
to cause severe and extensive damage or destruction
Example
The hurricane ravaged the coastal villages.
L'ouragan a ravagé les villages côtiers.
C2 noun /rɪˈpæst/

repast

repas
Meaning
A meal or the food eaten during a meal.
Example
They enjoyed a delicious repast by the riverside.
Ils ont apprécié un délicieux repas au bord de la rivière.
C1 adjective /ˈroʊtəri/

rotary

rotatif
Meaning
Relating to or characterized by rotation; revolving around an axis.
Example
The machine uses a rotary engine to function efficiently.
La machine utilise un moteur rotatif pour fonctionner efficacement.
B2 adjective /ˈrɪdən/

ridden

envahi
Meaning
Full of or dominated by something unpleasant.
Example
The country was ridden with corruption.
Le pays était envahi par la corruption.
C1 adjective /rɪˈsɛptɪv/

receptive

réceptif
Meaning
Willing to listen to or accept new ideas, suggestions, or experiences.
Example
She was receptive to feedback from her colleagues.
Elle était réceptive aux commentaires de ses collègues.
C1 noun /rɪˈmɔːrs/

Remorse

remords
Meaning
deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed; bitter regret for something done
Example
He felt deep remorse for his actions.
Il ressentait un profond remords pour ses actions.
B1 adjective /ˈrʊr.əl/

Rural

rural
Meaning
relating to the countryside; characteristic of farming or country life
Example
She grew up in a rural area far from the city.
Elle a grandi dans une zone rurale, loin de la ville.
A2 adjective /ˈriː.sənt/

Recent

récent; nouveau; actuel;
Meaning
happening not long ago; new; current;
Example
The recent changes in weather patterns concern scientists.
Les changements récents dans les modèles climatiques préoccupent les scientifiques.
C1 noun /ˈrɛz.ə.nəns/

resonance

résonance
Meaning
A deep, reverberating sound or a quality of evoking response.
Example
His speech had a deep resonance with the audience.
Son discours avait une profonde résonance avec le public.
B1 noun /rɪˈpɔːrtər/

reporter

journaliste
Meaning
a person who reports news or information
Example
The reporter interviewed several people at the scene.
Le journaliste a interviewé plusieurs personnes sur les lieux.
B2 noun /ˈraɪət/

Riot

émeute; soulèvement
Meaning
a violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd; an uncontrolled outburst
Example
The peaceful protest turned into a riot when violence broke out.
La manifestation pacifique s'est transformée en une émeute lorsque la violence a éclaté.
B2 noun /ˈrɛnəˌsɑːns/

renaissance

renaissance
Meaning
a revival of art, culture, or learning; a period of renewed interest and growth
Example
The city experienced a cultural renaissance during the 1990s.
La ville a connu un renouveau culturel dans les années 90.
C1 noun /ˈrɛtrəsˌpɛkt/

retrospect

rétrospection
Meaning
the act of looking back on or reviewing past events
Example
In retrospect, the decision seemed unwise.
En rétrospective, la décision semblait imprudente.
C1 adjective /rɪˈpɛlənt/

repellent

répulsif
Meaning
Able to drive away something, especially insects or unpleasant things; causing disgust or distaste.
Example
This cream is highly effective as a mosquito repellent.
Cette crème est très efficace en tant que répulsif contre les moustiques.
B1 noun raɪts

rights

droits
Meaning
A moral or legal entitlement to have or obtain something or to act in a certain way.
Example
The rights of people were prioritized.
Les droits des gens ont été priorisés.
C1 noun /ˌræm.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

ramification

conséquence
Meaning
a consequence of an action or event, often complex or unwelcome.
Example
The new law has serious social ramifications.
La nouvelle loi a de graves conséquences sociales.
B2 noun/verb /rɪˈmɑːrk/

remark

remarque
Meaning
something that is said; a comment
Example
She made a remark about the weather.
Elle a fait une remarque sur le temps.
C1 noun /ˈrɪdəns/

riddance

libération
Meaning
The action of getting rid of something unwanted or unpleasant.
Example
His departure was considered a welcome riddance by the team.
Son départ a été considéré comme une libération bienvenue par l'équipe.
A1 noun /ˈrɪv.ər/

River

rivière
Meaning
a large natural stream of water flowing in a channel to the sea, a lake, or another river
Example
The river flows through the valley and into the ocean.
La rivière coule à travers la vallée et se jette dans l'océan.
C1 verb /rɪˈprɛs/

repress

réprimer
Meaning
To restrain, suppress, or keep under control, especially emotions or desires.
Example
He tried to repress his anger during the meeting.
Il a essayé de réprimer sa colère pendant la réunion.
B2 verb /rɪˈkɔːl/

recall

rappeler
Meaning
to bring (a memory, fact, or situation) back into one's mind
Example
I can't recall the last time we met.
Je ne peux pas me souvenir de la dernière fois que nous nous sommes rencontrés.
B1 verb /rɪˈkʌvər/

recover

récupérer
Meaning
To return to a normal state of health, mind, or strength; to regain or save something.
Example
The world is struggling to recover from the pandemic.
Le monde lutte pour se remettre de la pandémie.
B2 noun /ˈrɛlɪvənsi/

relevancy

pertinence
Meaning
the quality of being closely connected or appropriate
Example
The professor questioned the relevancy of the example to the topic.
Le professeur a remis en question la pertinence de l'exemple par rapport au sujet.
B1 verb /rɪˈspɒnd/

respond

répondre
Meaning
to give an answer or reply; to react to something
Example
Please respond to my email as soon as possible.
Veuillez répondre à mon e-mail dès que possible.
C1 adjective /ˈrez.ə.luːt/

Resolute

résolu; déterminé; ferme
Meaning
determined; having a firm decision; unwavering
Example
She remained resolute in her decision to pursue her dreams.
Elle est restée résolue dans sa décision de poursuivre ses rêves.
C2 noun /rɪˈɡætə/

regatta

régate
Meaning
A sporting event consisting of a series of boat or yacht races.
Example
The annual regatta attracted competitors from around the world.
La régate annuelle a attiré des concurrents du monde entier.
C1 noun /rɪˈfɜːrər/

referrer

référent
Meaning
a person who directs someone to another person or service
Example
The referrer earned a bonus for recommending a new client.
Le référent a gagné un bonus pour avoir recommandé un nouveau client.
C1 verb /rɪˈvoʊk/

revoke

révoquer
Meaning
To officially cancel or withdraw a decision, privilege, or right.
Example
The government decided to revoke his passport.
Le gouvernement a décidé de révoquer son passeport.
B2 adjective /ˈrɪɡ.ər.əs/

rigorous

rigoureux
Meaning
Extremely thorough and demanding in analysis or practice.
Example
A rigorous study plan helps students achieve better results.
Un plan d'étude rigoureux aide les étudiants à obtenir de meilleurs résultats.
B2 noun, verb, adjective /ræŋk/

rank

rang
Meaning
A position in a hierarchy; to place in order according to importance or quality.
Example
She quickly rose to a senior rank in the company.
Elle a rapidement atteint un rang supérieur dans l'entreprise.
B2 noun /ˈrɪdəl/

Riddle

énigme
Meaning
a question or statement intentionally phrased so as to require ingenuity in ascertaining its answer or meaning; a puzzle
Example
The ancient riddle stumped all the scholars for years.
L'énigme ancienne a déconcerté tous les érudits pendant des années.
C1 noun /ˌrɛkwɪˈzɪʃən/

requisition

réquisition
Meaning
An official order laying claim to the use of property or materials; a formal demand or request.
Example
The manager submitted a requisition for new office supplies.
Le responsable a soumis une réquisition pour de nouveaux fournitures de bureau.
C1 noun ˈremnənts

remnants

restes
Meaning
A small remaining quantity of something; a surviving trace.
Example
The remnants of the wall are still visible.
Les restes du mur sont toujours visibles.
C1 noun /ræmˈbuːtən/

Rambutan

ramboutan
Meaning
a tropical fruit with red spiky skin and white translucent sweet flesh similar to litchi
Example
The rambutan looks scary with its hairy skin but tastes very sweet inside.
Le rambutan a l'air effrayant avec sa peau poilue, mais il a un goût très sucré à l'intérieur.
B2 verb /rɪˈzɛnt/

resent

ressentir
Meaning
to feel bitterness or displeasure about something or someone
Example
She began to resent the constant criticism from her boss.
Elle a commencé à ressentir la critique constante de son patron.
A1 verb /riːd/

read

lire
Meaning
to look at written words and understand their meaning
Example
I read books before going to bed.
Je lis des livres avant de me coucher.
C2 noun /rɪˈdʒɔɪndər/

rejoinder

réplique
Meaning
a quick or witty reply; a response to a remark or argument
Example
His sharp rejoinder silenced the crowd.
Sa réplique acérée a fait taire la foule.
C1 verb /ræsp/

rasp

parler d'une voix rugueuse ou râper avec un bruit grossier
Meaning
to speak in a rough, harsh voice or to scrape with a coarse sound
Example
He rasped out a warning before collapsing.
Il a râpé un avertissement avant de s'effondrer.
C1 noun /rəʊˈbɒt.ɪk ˈsɜː.dʒər.i/

robotic surgery

chirurgie robotique
Meaning
Surgery performed with the assistance of robotic systems to enhance precision and reduce invasiveness.
Example
Robotic surgery enhances precision in complex procedures.
La chirurgie robotique améliore la précision dans les procédures complexes.
C1 verb /ˈræn.də.maɪz/

randomize

aléatoiriser
Meaning
To make something happen in a random order or manner.
Example
The software can randomize the order of questions.
Le logiciel peut randomiser l'ordre des questions.
C1 noun /ˈruːbrɪk/

rubric

rubrique / directive
Meaning
A set of instructions, rules, or a heading in a document, often used for grading criteria.
Example
The teacher provided a grading rubric for the assignment.
Le professeur a fourni une grille de notation pour l'exercice.
C2 verb /ˈræm.ɪ.faɪ/

ramify

se ramifier
Meaning
to spread or branch out into divisions or subdivisions.
Example
The river ramifies into several smaller streams.
Le fleuve se ramifie en plusieurs petits ruisseaux.
C1 noun /ˈrɛvərəns/

reverence

révérence
Meaning
deep respect for someone or something
Example
The students showed reverence to their teacher.
Les étudiants ont montré de la révérence envers leur professeur.
C1 noun /ˈrɛdʒɪmənt/

regiment

Meaning
A permanent unit of an army, typically commanded by a colonel and divided into several companies.
Example
The regiment marched proudly through the streets after returning from the mission.
A2 noun /rɪˈleɪ.ʃən.ʃɪp/

Relationship

relation
Meaning
the way two people or groups feel and behave towards each other; a connection between two things
Example
They have a very close relationship.
Ils ont une relation très proche.
C2 noun /rɪˈfræk.tər/

refractor

réfracteur
Meaning
A type of telescope that uses lenses to focus light.
Example
Refractor telescopes use lenses to focus light.
Les télescopes réfracteurs utilisent des lentilles pour focaliser la lumière.
B1 adjective /rʌf/

Rough

rugueux; rugueux; dur
Meaning
having an uneven surface; not smooth; harsh
Example
The rough surface of the rock hurt my hands.
La surface rugueuse de la roche m'a blessé les mains.
C1 noun /rɪˌmjuː.nəˈreɪ.ʃən/

Remuneration

rémunération; compensation; récompense
Meaning
money paid for work or services; compensation or reward
Example
The job offers excellent remuneration and benefits.
Le travail offre une excellente rémunération et des avantages.
C1 adjective /rɪˈdʌn.dənt/

redundant

superflu
Meaning
Not or no longer needed or useful; superfluous.
Example
The report contained redundant information.
Le rapport contenait des informations superflues.
B2 adverb /ruːˈtiːnli/

routinely

régulièrement
Meaning
as part of a regular procedure; habitually
Example
The staff routinely checks the equipment for safety.
Le personnel vérifie régulièrement l'équipement pour sa sécurité.
B1 noun /rɪsk/

Risk

bonheur
Meaning
a situation involving exposure to danger; the possibility of something bad happening
Example
Taking this investment carries a high risk of losing money.
Elle n'a pas pu cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
B2 noun, verb /ræmp/

ramp

rampe
Meaning
a sloping surface joining two different levels; as a verb, to increase or rise sharply
Example
The car drove up the ramp into the parking garage.
La voiture est montée sur la rampe dans le garage.
B2 adjective /ˈreɪsɪst/

racist

raciste
Meaning
showing or feeling discrimination or prejudice against people of other races
Example
He was accused of making racist comments.
Il a été accusé de faire des commentaires racistes.
B2 noun /ˌriːprəˈdʌkʃən/

reproduction

reproduction, reproduction
Meaning
The process of producing offspring; the act of copying or duplicating.
Example
The textbook included a detailed diagram of human reproduction.
Le manuel comprenait un diagramme détaillé de la reproduction humaine.
B2 noun /ˈreɪsɪzəm/

racism

racisme
Meaning
the belief that some races are superior to others, leading to unfair treatment or prejudice
Example
The organization works to eliminate racism in all forms.
L'organisation travaille pour éliminer le racisme sous toutes ses formes.
B1 noun /ˈrʌbɪʃ/

Rubbish

déchets; objets inutiles; bêtises
Meaning
waste material; refuse or litter; nonsense or worthless things
Example
Please throw the rubbish in the bin.
S'il vous plaît, jetez les déchets dans la poubelle.
C1 noun /rɪˈliːf treɪn/

Relief Train

train de secours
Meaning
a train that carries emergency supplies and aid to disaster-affected areas
Example
The relief train arrived with food and medical supplies for the flood victims.
le train de secours est arrivé avec de la nourriture et des fournitures médicales pour les victimes de l'inondation.
C2 noun /ˈrɛd.ə.ləns/

redolence

parfum
Meaning
a pleasant smell or the quality of suggesting something strongly
Example
The redolence of jasmine filled the evening air.
Le parfum du jasmin a rempli l'air du soir.
C2 adjective /ˈrɛstɪv/

restive

agité
Meaning
unable to stay still or silent; restless and impatient
Example
The crowd grew restive as they waited for the concert to begin.
La foule est devenue agitée en attendant que le concert commence.
C1 noun ˈrez.ɪ.djuː

residue

résidu
Meaning
A small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been removed.
Example
Soap residue affects appliance efficiency.
Les résidus de savon affectent l'efficacité des appareils.
B2 verb /ˌriːjuˈnaɪt/

reunite

réunir
Meaning
to bring together again after separation
Example
The family was reunited after many years.
La famille a été réunie après plusieurs années.
C2 noun /ˌrɛv.əˈkeɪ.ʃən/

revocation

révocation
Meaning
The act of officially canceling or withdrawing something.
Example
The court ordered the revocation of his license.
Le tribunal a ordonné la révocation de sa licence.
C1 noun /rəˈpɪdəti/

rapidity

rapidité
Meaning
The quality of moving or happening quickly; swiftness or speed.
Example
The rapidity of technological change is astonishing.
La rapidité du changement technologique est étonnante.
C1 verb /rɪˈsɪprəˌkeɪt/

reciprocate

répondre
Meaning
To respond to an action or gesture by making a corresponding one.
Example
She smiled at him, and he reciprocated with a warm hug.
Elle a souri, et il a répondu par un câlin chaleureux.
C1 adjective /ræmˈbʌŋk.ʃəs/

rambunctious

bruyant
Meaning
boisterous, energetic, and difficult to control.
Example
The rambunctious children filled the house with noise.
Les enfants bruyants ont rempli la maison de bruit.
B2 adjective /ˈræp.ɪd/

Rapid

rapide; rapide; accéléré;
Meaning
happening in a short time or at a fast pace
Example
The rapid growth of technology has changed our daily lives.
La croissance rapide de la technologie a changé nos vies quotidiennes.
C2 noun /rɪˌdʒuːvəˈnɛsəns/

rejuvenescence

rejuvenescence
Meaning
the action or process of becoming young or fresh again
Example
The forest showed signs of rejuvenescence after the rains.
La forêt a montré des signes de rajeunissement après la pluie.
B2 noun /ˌriː.əˈʃʊr.əns/

Reassurance

réassurance
Meaning
comfort or confidence given to someone to remove their fears or doubts
Example
She needed reassurance that everything would be okay.
Elle avait besoin de réassurance que tout irait bien.
A2 verb /rɪˈtɜːrn/

return

retourner
Meaning
to come or go back to a place; to give back
Example
I will return home tomorrow.
Je reviendrai à la maison demain.
B1 noun riˈækʃən

reaction

réaction
Meaning
An action performed or a feeling experienced in response to a situation or event.
Example
The arrests triggered a reaction.
Les arrestations ont déclenché une réaction.
B2 noun /rɛlm/

realm

domaine
Meaning
A kingdom or domain; a field or area of activity or interest.
Example
He is well known in the realm of science.
Il est bien connu dans le domaine de la science.
C1 verb /ˈrɪdɪkjuːl/

ridicule

ridiculiser
Meaning
To make fun of someone or something in a cruel or dismissive way.
Example
He was ridiculed for his strange ideas.
Il a été ridiculisé pour ses idées étranges.
C1 verb /ˌriːˈkæst/

recast

recast
Meaning
To present or change something in a different form or style.
Example
The director decided to recast the role with a younger actor.
Le réalisateur a décidé de recaster le rôle avec un acteur plus jeune.
C1 noun /raɪt/

rite

rite
Meaning
a religious or ceremonial act
Example
The wedding rite was performed with great solemnity.
Le rite de mariage a été effectué avec grande solennité.
C1 phrase ˈriː.dʒən.əl ˈfɔː.rəm

regional forum

forum régional
Meaning
A meeting or conference where representatives from countries or organizations in a specific geographical area discuss issues of common interest.
Example
The Regional Forum discussed deforestation impacts.
Le forum régional a discuté des impacts de la déforestation.
B1 adjective, noun /ˈroʊmən/

roman

romain / citoyen romain
Meaning
relating to Rome or its people; a citizen of ancient Rome
Example
The Roman Empire influenced much of modern civilization.
L'Empire romain a influencé une grande partie de la civilisation moderne.