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C1 verb /ˈræʃənəlaɪz/

rationalize

合理化する
Meaning
to attempt to explain or justify behavior or decisions with logical reasons, even if they are not true or appropriate
Example
She tried to rationalize her lateness by blaming the traffic.
彼女は交通渋滞を責めて、遅刻を合理化しようとした。
C1 noun /ˈreɪdiəns/

radiance

輝き
Meaning
the quality of shining with bright light; a glowing or beaming quality
Example
Her face was filled with radiance after hearing the good news.
良いニュースを聞いた後、彼女の顔は輝きで満ちていました。
C1 noun ˌrev.əˈluː.ʃən.ər.i ɪˈnɪʃ.ə.tɪv

revolutionary initiative

革命的イニシアティブ
Meaning
A groundbreaking action or plan that brings about significant change or transformation.
Example
The revolutionary initiative promotes sustainable energy.
革命的なイニシアティブは持続可能なエネルギーを促進します。
C1 adjective /ˈreɪ.kɪʃ/

Rakish

魅力的な
Meaning
having a dashing, jaunty, or slightly disreputable quality or appearance
Example
He wore his hat at a rakish angle that gave him a charming appearance.
彼は魅力的な角度で帽子をかぶって、魅力的な外見を与えた。
C1 noun /rɪˈkluːs/

recluse

隠者
Meaning
A person who lives alone and avoids other people; someone who lives a solitary life.
Example
The old man lived as a recluse in the mountains.
その老人は山の中で隠者として暮らしていた。
C1 noun /ˈrɛz.ə.nəns/

resonance

共鳴
Meaning
A deep, reverberating sound or a quality of evoking response.
Example
His speech had a deep resonance with the audience.
彼のスピーチは観客に深い共鳴を与えた。
C1 adjective /rɪˈsɔːrs ɪˈfɪʃ.ənt/

resource-efficient

資源効率的
Meaning
Using resources in a way that minimizes waste and maximizes productivity.
Example
Resource-efficient farming conserves water and energy.
資源効率的な農業は、水とエネルギーを節約します。
C1 verb /rɪˈdʒuː.vɪ.neɪt/

rejuvenate

再生する
Meaning
To make or feel young, healthy, or energetic again.
Example
A vacation can rejuvenate the mind and body.
休暇は心と体を再生させることができます。
C1 verb /ˌriːˈmɒdəl/

remodel

改装する
Meaning
To change the structure or form of something, especially a building.
Example
They decided to remodel their kitchen last summer.
彼らは昨年の夏にキッチンをリモデルすることに決めました。
C1 verb /rɪˈvɜːrbəreɪt/

reverberate

反響する
Meaning
To echo repeatedly or have continuing effects.
Example
The sound of the explosion reverberated through the valley.
爆発音は谷を通り過ぎて反響しました。
C1 adjective /rɪˈflek.sɪv/

Reflexive

反射的; 内省的
Meaning
directed back on itself; showing deep thought about oneself
Example
She became more reflexive about her behavior after the feedback.
フィードバックの後、彼女は自分の行動についてもっと反省的になりました。
C1 adjective /rɪˈvenʒ.fəl/

Revengeful

復讐心に燃える
Meaning
seeking or desiring revenge; vindictive
Example
He became revengeful after being betrayed by his friend.
彼は友達に裏切られた後、復讐心に燃えるようになった。
C1 adjective /ˈrɛtɪsənt/

reticent

控えめ
Meaning
not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily; reserved
Example
She was reticent about her personal life.
彼女は自分の個人的な生活について控えめでした。
C1 verb /rɪˈpʌls/

repulse

撃退する / 嫌悪感を引き起こす
Meaning
to drive back an attack or attacker by force; to cause intense dislike or disgust
Example
The army managed to repulse the enemy attack.
軍隊は敵の攻撃を撃退することに成功した。
C1 verb /ˌrɛzəˈrɛkt/

resurrect

復活させる
Meaning
To bring back to life or revive something from the past.
Example
The director decided to resurrect the old play for a new audience.
監督は新しい観客のために古い劇を復活させることに決めました。
C1 verb /rɪˈvɪər/

revere

尊敬する
Meaning
To deeply respect or admire someone or something.
Example
The students revered their teacher for his wisdom.
生徒たちはその知恵に対して教師を崇敬しました。
C1 noun /ˈroʊz ˈwɔː.tər/

Rose-water

ローズウォーター
Meaning
a flavored water made by steeping rose petals in water, used in cooking and cosmetics
Example
She added a few drops of rose-water to the dessert.
彼女はデザートにローズウォーターを数滴加えました。
C1 verb /rɪˈtɑːrd/

retard

遅らせる / 減速する
Meaning
to delay or slow down the progress of something
Example
Lack of funds may retard the development of the project.
資金不足はプロジェクトの進展を遅らせる可能性があります。
C1 adjective /ˌrɛtroʊˈæktɪv/

retroactive

遡及的
Meaning
applying to a period before it was enacted or established
Example
The new law was made retroactive to cover past cases.
新しい法律は過去のケースをカバーするために遡及的に作られました。
C1 noun/verb /ˈrɛprɪˌmænd/

reprimand

Meaning
A formal expression of disapproval; to scold or criticize someone officially.
Example
The teacher reprimanded the student for being late.
C1 verb /ˈrevəl/

revel

楽しむ
Meaning
to enjoy oneself in a lively and noisy way; to take great pleasure in
Example
They revel in their success.
彼らは成功を楽しんでいます。
C1 verb /ˌriːhəˈbɪlɪteɪt/

rehabilitate

Meaning
to restore someone to health, normal life, or a good condition after illness, injury, or imprisonment
Example
The clinic helps rehabilitate injured athletes.
C1 verb /ˈræn.də.maɪz/

randomize

ランダム化する
Meaning
To make something happen in a random order or manner.
Example
The software can randomize the order of questions.
ソフトウェアは質問の順番をランダマイズできます。
C1 verb /rɪˈnɛɡ/

renege

約束を破る
Meaning
to go back on a promise, agreement, or commitment
Example
The company reneged on its promise to increase wages.
その会社は賃金を引き上げるという約束を破りました。
C1 noun /ˈrʌbəl/

rubble

瓦礫
Meaning
Broken stone, bricks, or debris from a collapsed building or structure.
Example
The rescue team searched through the rubble after the earthquake.
地震後、救助隊は瓦礫の中を探しました。
C1 noun /rɪˈpɛərə/

repairer

修理人
Meaning
a person whose job is to fix damaged or broken things
Example
The repairer fixed the broken washing machine quickly.
修理人は壊れた洗濯機をすぐに直した。
C1 verb /ˈrʌsl/

rustle

ささやく
Meaning
To make a soft, light sound like leaves or paper moving.
Example
The leaves rustled gently in the evening breeze.
葉っぱが夕方のそよ風でそっとささやいていました。
C1 noun /rɪˈpraɪ.zəl/

Reprisal

報復
Meaning
an act of retaliation; revenge taken for an injury or wrong
Example
The attack was carried out as a reprisal for the earlier bombing.
この攻撃は以前の爆撃に対する報復として行われました。
C1 noun /ˈrep.lɪ.kə/

Replica

レプリカ
Meaning
an exact copy or model of something, especially one on a smaller scale
Example
The museum displayed a perfect replica of the ancient statue.
博物館は古代の彫像の完璧なレプリカを展示しました。
C1 noun /rɪˈsɜː.dʒəns/

resurgence

再生
Meaning
An increase or revival after a period of little activity, popularity, or occurrence.
Example
The city saw a resurgence in tourism after the pandemic.
都市はパンデミック後、観光業の再生を見ました。
C1 noun /rɪˈspɒndənt/

respondent

回答者
Meaning
A person who replies to something, especially in a survey or legal case
Example
The survey had over 1,000 respondents.
調査には1000人以上の回答者がいました。
C1 adjective /ˌrɛprɪzɛnˈteɪʃənl̩/

representational

表現的
Meaning
Relating to or depicting something in a realistic or symbolic way.
Example
The artist preferred a representational style of painting.
アーティストは表現的な絵画スタイルを好んでいました。
C1 noun /ˈreɪ.vən/

Raven

ワタリガラス
Meaning
a large, black bird with a thick bill and harsh croaking voice
Example
The raven perched on the old oak tree and cawed loudly.
ワタリガラスが古いオークの木に止まり、大きな声で鳴いた。
C1 noun /rɪˈmɛmbrəns/

remembrance

記憶
Meaning
the act of remembering or honoring someone or something
Example
A service was held in remembrance of the fallen soldiers.
戦死した兵士たちを記憶するための式典が行われた。
C1 verb /rɪˈkɔɪl/

recoil

後退する
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.
彼女はヘビを見て後退した。
C1 noun /ˌriː.əˈdʒʌst.mənt/

readjustment

Meaning
The act of changing or correcting something again to make it suitable or balanced.
Example
After moving to a new city, he went through a period of readjustment.
C1 noun ˌriː.pɚˈkʌʃ.ənz

repercussions

影響
Meaning
The unintended consequences or effects of an action or event.
Example
The new policy had unintended repercussions on the economy.
新しい政策は経済に予期しない影響を与えました。
C1 verb /ˌriːɪmˈbɜːrs/

reimburse

払い戻す
Meaning
to pay back money to someone who has spent it or lost it
Example
The company reimbursed him for travel expenses.
会社は彼に旅行費用を払い戻しました。
C1 verb /rɪˈfjuːt/

refute

反論する
Meaning
To prove a statement, argument, or theory to be false or invalid.
Example
The lawyer refuted the witness's testimony with solid evidence.
弁護士は証人の証言を確かな証拠で反論しました。
C1 verb /ræsp/

rasp

Meaning
to speak in a rough, harsh voice or to scrape with a coarse sound
Example
He rasped out a warning before collapsing.
C1 noun /ˌrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

Ratification

承認
Meaning
the action of signing or giving formal consent to a treaty, contract, or agreement
Example
The treaty required ratification by both countries' parliaments.
その条約は両国の議会による批准を必要とした。
C1 noun /ˈrɑːstər/

roster

リスト
Meaning
A list or plan showing people’s duties or times when they are scheduled.
Example
The manager updated the staff roster for next week.
マネージャーは来週のスタッフリストを更新しました。
C1 noun /ˈredʒ.ɪ.mən/

regimen

健康促進または回復のために処方された治療法、ライフスタイル、または食事
Meaning
A prescribed course of medical treatment, way of life, or diet for the promotion or restoration of health.
Example
A strict exercise regimen improves overall fitness.
厳格な運動レジメンは、全体的なフィットネスを向上させます。
C1 verb /rɪˈdʒɛnəreɪt/

regenerate

再生する
Meaning
to grow or produce again; to renew or restore
Example
The lizard can regenerate its lost tail.
トカゲは失われた尾を再生できます。
C1 adjective /ræmˈbʌŋk.ʃəs/

rambunctious

騒々しい
Meaning
boisterous, energetic, and difficult to control.
Example
The rambunctious children filled the house with noise.
騒々しい子供たちが家を騒音で満たしました。
C1 adjective /ˈraɪ.tʃəs/

Righteous

正義の; 公正な; 道徳的な
Meaning
morally right or justifiable; virtuous; having strong moral principles
Example
She felt righteous anger at the unfair treatment of workers.
彼女は労働者の不当な扱いに対して正義の怒りを感じました。
C1 noun /rɪˈbʌtəl/

rebuttal

反論
Meaning
a statement or argument made to oppose or disprove another
Example
Her rebuttal was clear and convincing.
彼女の反論は明確で説得力がありました。
C1 adjective /rɪˈtɔːrɪkəl/

rhetorical

修辞的
Meaning
relating to the art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing; often a question asked to make a point rather than get an answer
Example
He asked a rhetorical question during the debate.
彼は討論中に修辞的な質問をした。
C1 verb /rɪɡ/

rig

操作する
Meaning
to manipulate or control something dishonestly; to set up equipment
Example
The election was rigged by corrupt officials.
選挙は腐敗した役人によって操作されました。
C1 adjective /ˈriː.fleks/

Reflex

反射
Meaning
an action performed without conscious thought; relating to reflection
Example
The doctor tested her reflex response by tapping her knee.
医師は彼女の膝を軽く叩いて反射的な反応をテストしました。
C1 verb /ˈræʃənaɪz/

rationlize

合理化する
Meaning
to justify or explain something with logical reasons, even if not appropriate or true
Example
He tried to rationlize his mistake by blaming the system.
彼はシステムを責めて自分のミスを合理化しようとした。
C1 noun /rəˈpɪdəti/

rapidity

迅速さ
Meaning
The quality of moving or happening quickly; swiftness or speed.
Example
The rapidity of technological change is astonishing.
技術的な変化の速さは驚くべきものです。
C1 noun /ˈrɛvərəns/

reverence

尊敬
Meaning
deep respect for someone or something
Example
The students showed reverence to their teacher.
学生たちは先生に尊敬を示した。
C1 verb /reɪv/

rave

絶賛する
Meaning
to speak or write about something with great enthusiasm or admiration
Example
Critics rave about the new movie.
批評家たちは新しい映画を絶賛しています。
C1 verb /ˌriːˈsiːt/

reseat

再座席
Meaning
to seat someone again or to fit something back into its place
Example
The usher had to reseat the guests after the interruption.
接客係は中断後、ゲストを再座席させなければならなかった。
C1 noun ˌriːˈstrʌk.tʃər.ɪŋ

restructuring

再構築
Meaning
The action of organizing something differently.
Example
The company underwent restructuring to improve efficiency.
会社は効率を高めるために再構築を行った。
C1 noun /ˌræm.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

ramification

結果
Meaning
a consequence of an action or event, often complex or unwelcome.
Example
The new law has serious social ramifications.
新しい法律には深刻な社会的影響があります。
C1 adjective /ˈrek.wɪ.zɪt/

Requisite

必要な; 必須の
Meaning
made necessary by particular circumstances; required
Example
Good communication skills are requisite for this job.
この仕事には良いコミュニケーションスキルが必要です。
C1 verb /rɪˈdiːm/

redeem

償う
Meaning
to compensate for faults or mistakes; to exchange something for value
Example
He managed to redeem his reputation after the scandal.
彼はスキャンダル後に自分の評判を回復しました。
C1 noun /rɪˈpʌlʃən/

Repulsion

反発
Meaning
a feeling of intense distaste or disgust; a force under the influence of which objects tend to move away from each other
Example
She felt a strong repulsion towards the idea of eating insects.
彼女は昆虫を食べるという考えに強い反発を感じた。
C1 noun /ˈrem.nənt/

Remnant

残留物
Meaning
a small remaining quantity of something; a piece of cloth left over after the main piece has been used
Example
Only a remnant of the ancient wall remains.
古代の壁の残り物だけが残っています。
C1 adjective /rɪˈpjuː.t̬ɪd/

Reputed

評判の良い; 有名な
Meaning
generally said or believed to be; having a particular reputation
Example
He is reputed to be one of the best doctors in the country.
彼はその国で最高の医者の一人と見なされています。
C1 noun /ˌrɛstɪˈtjuːʃən/

restitution

賠償
Meaning
The act of restoring something to its rightful owner or compensating for loss
Example
The court ordered restitution to the victims of the fraud.
裁判所は詐欺の被害者に賠償を命じました。
C1 noun /rɪdʒ/

ridge

山の稜線または頂上
Meaning
a long, narrow hilltop, mountain range, or raised strip
Example
We walked along the mountain ridge.
私たちは山脈の稜線に沿って歩きました。
C1 noun/verb /rɪˈpriːz/

reprise

繰り返し
Meaning
A repetition or return to an earlier theme, role, or action.
Example
The actor reprised his role in the sequel.
俳優は続編で自分の役を再演しました。
C1 verb /ˈrɛplɪkeɪt/

replicate

複製する
Meaning
to copy, reproduce, or duplicate something exactly
Example
The scientist tried to replicate the experiment for accuracy.
科学者は実験を正確に再現しようとしました。
C1 noun ˌriːˌvaɪ.təl.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

revitalization

再生
Meaning
The action of giving new life and vitality to something.
Example
Proper rest and nutrition lead to revitalization of the body.
適切な休息と栄養は体のリバイタライゼーションに繋がります。
C1 noun /rɪˈteɪnər/

retainer

前払金 / リテイナー
Meaning
a fee paid in advance to secure someone's services, or a device that holds something in place
Example
The lawyer asked for a retainer before taking the case.
弁護士は事件を受ける前に前払い金を要求した。
C1 noun /rɪft/

rift

亀裂
Meaning
a serious break in a relationship; a split or crack
Example
A rift developed between the two friends after the argument.
議論の後、二人の友達の間に亀裂が生じた。
C1 adjective rɪsk-ədˈʤɛstɪd

risk-adjusted

リスク調整済み
Meaning
Modified or calibrated to account for risk factors in investment returns.
Example
Risk-adjusted returns consider both potential profit and loss.
リスク調整後のリターンは、潜在的な利益と損失の両方を考慮します。
C1 noun /raɪt/

rite

儀式
Meaning
a religious or ceremonial act
Example
The wedding rite was performed with great solemnity.
結婚式の儀式は厳粛に行われました。
C1 noun /rɪˈpɑːzɪtɔːri/

repository

リポジトリ
Meaning
a place where things are stored or kept for safekeeping
Example
The library serves as a repository of knowledge.
図書館は知識のリポジトリとして機能します。
C1 adjective rɪˈlɛntləs

relentless

容赦ない
Meaning
Oppressively constant; incessant; showing no abatement of severity, intensity, strength, or pace.
Example
The freedom fighters' relentless struggle led to victory.
自由戦士たちの容赦ない戦いは勝利へと導いた。
C1 verb /rɪˈlɛnt/

relent

譲歩する、柔らかくなる
Meaning
to become less severe, harsh, or strict
Example
After hours of begging, she finally relented.
何時間もの懇願の後、彼女はついに譲歩した。
C1 noun /rəʊˈbɒt.ɪk ˈsɜː.dʒər.i/

robotic surgery

ロボット手術
Meaning
Surgery performed with the assistance of robotic systems to enhance precision and reduce invasiveness.
Example
Robotic surgery enhances precision in complex procedures.
ロボット手術は複雑な手順で精度を高めます。
C1 noun/verb /reɪn/

rein

Meaning
A strap used to control a horse; to control or guide something.
Example
The rider pulled the rein to stop the horse.
C1 verb /ˌriː.kənˈviːn/

reconvene

再開する
Meaning
to gather or assemble again, especially for a meeting
Example
The committee will reconvene after lunch.
委員会は昼食後に再開します。
C1 adjective /rɪˈsɜːrdʒənt/

resurgent

復活した
Meaning
Becoming strong, active, or popular again.
Example
The resurgent economy gave hope to many businesses.
復活した経済は多くのビジネスに希望を与えた。
C1 adjective /rɪˈsɪ.prə.kəl/

Reciprocal

相互の; 互恵的な; 両者で平等に分け合う;
Meaning
given or done in return; mutual; shared equally by both parties;
Example
The two countries have a reciprocal trade agreement.
二国間には相互の貿易協定があります。
C1 noun /ˈraɪtʃəsnəs/

righteousness

正義
Meaning
the quality of being morally right or justifiable
Example
His life was dedicated to righteousness and truth.
彼の人生は正義と真実に捧げられた。
C1 noun /ˌrɛtrɪˈbjuːʃən/

retribution

報復, 罰
Meaning
punishment inflicted as vengeance for a wrong or crime
Example
The villagers demanded retribution for the crime committed.
村人たちは犯された犯罪に対して報復を要求しました。
C1 noun /ˈrɛnɪˌɡeɪd/

renegade

裏切り者
Meaning
a person who deserts or betrays an organization, country, or principles
Example
He was labeled a renegade after leaving the party and criticizing its policies.
彼は党を離れ、その政策を批判した後、裏切り者と見なされた。
C1 noun /ˌrɛs.ɪˈprɒs.ɪ.ti/

reciprocity

相互利益のために他の人と物を交換する行為
Meaning
The practice of exchanging things with others for mutual benefit.
Example
Business relationships thrive on reciprocity.
ビジネス関係は相互利益に依存しています。
C1 verb /rɪˈdrɛs/

redress

是正する
Meaning
to set right, remedy, or compensate for a wrong or grievance
Example
The company promised to redress the complaints of its customers.
その会社は顧客の苦情を是正すると約束しました。
C1 noun ˈrez.ɪ.djuːz

residues

残留物
Meaning
A small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken or used.
Example
The burning process leaves no harmful residues.
燃焼プロセスでは有害な残留物は残りません。
C1 adjective /ˈroʊtəri/

rotary

回転式
Meaning
Relating to or characterized by rotation; revolving around an axis.
Example
The machine uses a rotary engine to function efficiently.
その機械は効率的に動作するためにロータリーエンジンを使用しています。
C1 noun /ˈrɪɡər/

rigor

厳格さ
Meaning
strictness, severity, or demanding conditions
Example
The training was carried out with great rigor.
訓練は大変厳格に行われました。
C1 noun /ruːz/

Ruse

策略; 騙し
Meaning
an action intended to deceive someone; a trick or stratagem
Example
The thief used a clever ruse to distract the guard.
泥棒は警備員を惑わすために巧妙な策略を使った。
C1 adjective /ˈreɡ.jʊ.lə.tər.i/

Regulatory

規制
Meaning
Having the power to control or govern something through rules and regulations.
Example
The government enforces regulatory policies for financial stability.
政府は金融安定性のために規制政策を実施しています。
C1 adjective /ˈræɡ.ɪd/

Ragged

ボロボロの; 破れた; ぼろぼろ
Meaning
torn; tattered; frayed; shabby
Example
The homeless man wore ragged clothes.
ホームレスの男はボロボロの服を着ていた。
C1 adjective /rɪˈtaɪərɪŋ/

retiring

内向的
Meaning
Shy and reserved; avoiding social contact.
Example
She is a quiet, retiring woman who avoids attention.
彼女は静かで内向的な女性で、注目を避ける。
C1 noun /ˈrɪpəl/

Ripple

波紋
Meaning
a small wave on the surface of water; a spreading effect or influence
Example
The stone created ripples across the calm pond.
石が静かな池に波紋を作った。
C1 noun /ˌrek.ənˌsɪl.iˈeɪ.ʃən/

reconciliation

和解
Meaning
The restoration of friendly relations; the action of making one view or belief compatible with another.
Example
The peace treaty was a major step toward reconciliation.
平和条約は和解への重要な一歩でした。
C1 verb /rɪˈtreɪs/

retrace

Meaning
to go back over a path or route; to recall and repeat steps taken earlier
Example
She retraced her steps to find her lost keys.
C1 adjective /ˈrʌɡ.ɪd/

Rugged

でこぼこで不規則な; 不規則な表面を持つ; 強くて丈夫な
Meaning
rough and uneven; having a rough irregular surface; tough and strong
Example
The hikers crossed the rugged mountain terrain.
ハイカーたちは荒れた山岳地帯を越えた。
C1 verb ˈrɛk.tɪ.faɪ

rectify

修正する
Meaning
To correct mistakes or make something right.
Example
The company took steps to rectify its financial mistakes.
会社は財務上のミスを修正するために手順を踏みました。
C1 noun, verb /raʊt/

rout

敗北
Meaning
A decisive defeat; to defeat completely.
Example
The army routed the enemy forces in the battle.
軍隊は戦いで敵軍を完全に打ち負かしました。
C1 adjective /ˈriːɡəl/

regal

王室の
Meaning
Resembling or fit for a king; majestic or royal.
Example
The queen entered the hall with a regal presence.
女王は王室のような存在感でホールに入った。
C1 noun /ˈrɛpərˌtɔːri/

repertory

レパートリー
Meaning
A collection of works that a company, performer, or institution regularly performs; also a storehouse of information or skills.
Example
The theater has a repertory of classic plays.
劇場にはクラシックな演劇のレパートリーがあります。
C1 adjective /ˈræspi/

raspy

ハスキー
Meaning
having a harsh, rough, or grating sound
Example
His raspy voice revealed years of smoking.
彼のハスキーな声は喫煙の年数を明らかにした。
C1 verb /rɪˈmɪt/

remit

送金する / 免除する
Meaning
To send money in payment or as a gift; to cancel or refrain from exacting a debt or punishment.
Example
He promised to remit the payment by the end of the week.
彼は週の終わりまでに支払いを送金すると約束しました。
C1 adjective ˈriːdʒən spəˈsɪfɪk

region-specific

地域特有
Meaning
Relating to or characteristic of a particular region or area.
Example
Climate change impacts are region-specific.
気候変動の影響は地域特有です。
C1 noun /rɪˈkɜr.əns/

Recurrence

再発
Meaning
the fact of something happening again; an instance of something happening again
Example
The doctor was concerned about the recurrence of the patient's symptoms.
医師は患者の症状の再発について懸念していました。
C1 adjective /raɪf/

rife

蔓延している
Meaning
widespread or common, often in a negative sense
Example
Corruption was rife in the old government system.
腐敗は古い政府制度に蔓延していた。
C1 noun /ˈrʌp.tʃər/

Rupture

破裂; 関係の断絶
Meaning
breaking or bursting apart; breakdown of relations
Example
The rupture in the pipeline caused a massive oil spill.
パイプラインの破裂が大規模な石油漏れを引き起こしました。
C1 noun /ˌrɛpəˈreɪʃən/

reparation

賠償
Meaning
the making of amends for a wrong done by paying money or helping those who were wronged
Example
The government offered reparations to the victims of the conflict.
政府は紛争の被害者に賠償を提供しました。
C1 noun /riːk/

Reek

悪臭がする; 不快または望ましくない印象を与える
Meaning
to have a very unpleasant smell; to give a strong impression of something unpleasant or undesirable
Example
The garbage can reeks of rotten food.
ゴミ箱は腐った食べ物の臭いがする。
C1 adjective /rɪˈpres.ɪv/

Repressive

抑圧的な
Meaning
restraining freedom or preventing self-expression; oppressive
Example
The repressive government banned all forms of protest.
抑圧的な政府はすべての抗議の形態を禁止しました。
C1 adjective /rɪˈsɛptɪv/

receptive

受容的
Meaning
Willing to listen to or accept new ideas, suggestions, or experiences.
Example
She was receptive to feedback from her colleagues.
彼女は同僚からのフィードバックを受け入れる姿勢を持っていました。
C1 adjective /rɪˈɡrɛtfəl/

regretful

後悔している
Meaning
feeling or showing sadness or disappointment about something that has happened or been done
Example
She gave him a regretful smile as she turned away.
彼女は振り返りながら後悔している笑顔を彼に向けた。
C1 noun ˈrɛp.ə.twɑːr

repertoire

レパートリー
Meaning
A stock of plays, dances, or pieces that a company or a performer knows or is prepared to perform.
Example
The actor's repertoire includes both comedy and drama.
俳優のレパートリーにはコメディとドラマが含まれています。
C1 adjective /riˈækʃəˌneri/

reactionary

反動的
Meaning
Opposing political or social progress or reform; extremely conservative.
Example
The group took a reactionary stance against the new policies.
グループは新しい政策に対して反動的な立場を取った。
C1 verb /ˈrɛlɪɡeɪt/

relegate

降格する
Meaning
to assign to a lower rank, position, or category
Example
The manager decided to relegate the player to the bench.
マネージャーは選手をベンチにレリゲートすることを決定しました。
C1 noun /ˈrʌfiən/

Ruffian

暴力的な人物; 不良;
Meaning
a violent person, especially one involved in crime; a brutal or lawless person
Example
The ruffian threatened the shopkeeper for money.
不良は店主を金のために脅した。
C1 verb /rɪˈtɔːrt/

retort

反論
Meaning
To reply quickly or sharply, often in a witty or angry manner.
Example
He quickly retorted that he was not to blame.
彼は素早く反論した、彼が悪くないと言った。
C1 noun /ˌrɛkwɪˈzɪʃən/

requisition

要求
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.
マネージャーは新しいオフィス用品のためのレクイジションを提出しました。
C1 adjective /rɪˈpen.tənt/

Repentant

後悔している; 反省している; 悔いている
Meaning
feeling or expressing sincere regret and remorse; sorry for one's actions
Example
The repentant thief returned the stolen money.
後悔している泥棒は盗んだお金を返しました。
C1 adjective /rɪˈpʌɡ.nənt/

Repugnant

嫌悪感を引き起こす; 嫌な; 不快な
Meaning
extremely distasteful; unacceptable; causing disgust or strong dislike
Example
The idea of lying to his parents was repugnant to him.
両親に嘘をつくという考えは彼にとって嫌悪感を抱かせた。
C1 verb /rɪˈvoʊk/

revoke

取り消す
Meaning
To officially cancel or withdraw a decision, privilege, or right.
Example
The government decided to revoke his passport.
政府は彼のパスポートを取り消すことを決定した。
C1 adjective /ˈreɪ.si/

racy

刺激的
Meaning
Lively, entertaining, or slightly shocking (especially in a sexual way).
Example
The novel was full of racy dialogues.
その小説は刺激的な対話で満ちていた。
C1 adjective /rɪˈstreɪnd/

restrained

抑制された
Meaning
characterized by reserve or self-control; held back
Example
Her restrained reaction surprised everyone.
彼女の抑制された反応は皆を驚かせました。