A2 noun /ˈrɛkɔːd/

record

記録

Meaning

a written or spoken account of something

Example

I kept a record of all the meetings.

私はすべての会議の記録を保持していました。

B2 adjective /ˈræp.ɪd/

Rapid

迅速な；急速な；素早い；

Meaning

happening in a short time or at a fast pace

Example

The rapid growth of technology has changed our daily lives.

テクノロジーの急速な成長は私たちの日常生活を変えました。

B2 adjective /rɪˈnjuː.ə.bəl/

renewable

再生可能

Meaning

Able to be renewed or replaced naturally; not depleted when used.

Example

Renewable resources minimize environmental damage.

再生可能な資源は環境へのダメージを最小限に抑えます。

B1 verb /rɪˈvaɪz/

revise

修正する

Meaning

To change, improve, or update something, especially a written work.

Example

She had to revise her essay before submission.

彼女は提出前にエッセイをリヴァイズする必要があった。

C2 noun /ˌrækənˈtɜːr/

Raconteur

幸せ

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.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、喜びを隠せなかった。

B1 verb /rɪˈkʌvər/

recover

回復する

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.

世界はパンデミックから回復しようとしています。

B1 noun /reɪ/

ray

光線

Meaning

a narrow beam of light, heat, or radiation

Example

A ray of sunlight broke through the clouds.

太陽の光線が雲を突き抜けた。

B1 noun /ˈrʌnər/

runner

幸せ

Meaning

a person who runs, especially in races or for exercise

Example

The runner crossed the finish line with a big smile.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せなかった。

B2 noun /rɪˈvendʒ/

Revenge

復讐

Meaning

the action of inflicting hurt or harm on someone for an injury or wrong suffered at their hands

Example

She sought revenge against those who betrayed her trust.

彼女は信頼を裏切った者たちに復讐を求めた。

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 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 /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。

B1 verb /riˈækt/

react

反応する

Meaning

to respond or behave in a particular way to something

Example

She reacted angrily when she heard the news.

彼女はニュースを聞いて怒って反応した。

B1 noun rɪˈzɪs.təns

resistance

抵抗

Meaning

The refusal to accept or comply with something; the attempt to prevent something by action or argument.

Example

The resistance fought bravely against colonial forces.

レジスタンスは植民地軍に勇敢に立ち向かいました。

B2 verb /rɪˈzɑlv/

resolve

解決する

Meaning

to solve a problem; to decide firmly

Example

The manager resolves the conflict between employees.

マネージャーは従業員間の対立を解決します。

C2 verb /rɪˈtrɛntʃ/

retrench

コスト削減、従業員の解雇

Meaning

to reduce costs, spending, or staff to save resources

Example

The company had to retrench employees due to financial difficulties.

会社は財政的な困難のため、従業員をリトレンチしなければならなかった。

B2 adjective /rɪˈmuːvəbəl/

removable

取り外し可能な

Meaning

able to be removed or taken away

Example

This phone has a removable battery.

この電話には取り外し可能なバッテリーがあります。

B2 noun /ˌrɪəlɪˈzeɪʃən/

realization

実現

Meaning

the act of becoming fully aware of something as a fact

Example

Her realization of the problem helped solve the issue.

彼女の問題の認識が問題解決に役立った。

C2 noun /ˈrɛkluːsəri/

reclusory

隠遁場所

Meaning

A place for seclusion or retreat, especially for a recluse or hermit.

Example

The monk spent years in the reclusory away from society.

その僧侶は社会から離れた隠遁場所で数年を過ごしました。

C1 adjective /ˈrʌs.tɪk/

Rustic

シンプルで洗練されていない; 農村地域に関連

Meaning

simple and unsophisticated; relating to rural areas

Example

The rustic cottage had wooden beams and a thatched roof.

そのラスティックな小屋は木製の梁と藁葺きの屋根を持っていた。

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。

A2 adjective /riːl/

Real

本物の; 真正の; 偽物ではない

Meaning

actually existing; genuine; not imaginary or fake

Example

This is a real diamond, not a fake one.

これは本物のダイヤモンドです。偽物ではありません。

B2 noun /ˈrɪə.lɪ.zəm/

realism

リアリズム

Meaning

The quality of representing things as they are; a practical or factual view.

Example

Her paintings are admired for their realism.

彼女の絵画はそのリアリズムで賞賛されています。

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 /ˌriːəˈfɜːrm/

reaffirm

再確認する

Meaning

To state again strongly; to confirm or strengthen a statement or belief.

Example

The president reaffirmed his commitment to education reform.

大統領は教育改革への取り組みを再確認した。

B2 noun /roʊˈteɪʃən/

Rotation

回転; 回転運動; 自転

Meaning

the action of rotating around an axis or center; a single turn

Example

The Earth's rotation takes 24 hours to complete.

地球の回転は24時間かかります。

C2 adjective /rɪˈsplɛndənt/

resplendent

輝かしい

Meaning

Shining brilliantly; dazzling in appearance or effect

Example

The bride looked resplendent in her wedding gown.

花嫁はウェディングドレスで輝いて見えました。

C1 noun rɪˈdʌndənsi

redundancy

冗長性、過剰

Meaning

The state of being not or no longer needed or useful; superfluousness.

Example

The redundancy in the company's workforce led to many layoffs.

会社の労働力の冗長性は多くの解雇を引き起こしました。

B2 adjective /rɪˈlʌktənt/

Reluctant

消極的な; ためらう; 何かをすることに抵抗がある;

Meaning

unwilling; hesitant; disinclined to do something;

Example

She was reluctant to share her personal information.

彼女は個人情報を共有することに消極的でした。

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。

B2 noun /rɪm/

rim

縁

Meaning

the outer edge or border of a circular object

Example

The coffee cup had a chip on its rim.

コーヒーカップの縁にひびが入っていました。

C2 adjective /ˌrɛpərˈtɔːriəl/

repertorial

レポートに関する

Meaning

Relating to or characteristic of a repertoire, especially in journalism or performance contexts.

Example

The journalist's repertorial style captured every detail of the unfolding story.

そのジャーナリストのレポーティオリアルスタイルは、展開するストーリーのあらゆる詳細を捉えました。

B2 verb /rɪˈliːv/

relieve

Meaning

to make pain, distress, or difficulty less severe or serious

Example

The medicine helped relieve his headache.

B1 adverb /ˈriː.zən.ə.bli/

Reasonably

合理的に; 適度に;

Meaning

in a sensible way; fairly; to a moderate degree

Example

The hotel room was reasonably priced for the location.

そのホテルの部屋は場所に対して合理的な価格で提供されていました。

C2 noun /ˈrɛk.tɪ.tjuːd/

rectitude

誠実

Meaning

Morally correct behavior or thinking; righteousness and integrity.

Example

His rectitude earned him respect in society.

彼の誠実さは社会で尊敬を得た。

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。

A2 noun /ˈrɛsɪpi/

recipe

レシピ

Meaning

a set of instructions for preparing a particular dish, including a list of the ingredients required

Example

I found a great recipe for chocolate cake.

チョコレートケーキの素晴らしいレシピを見つけました。

B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zər/

Razor

かみそり

Meaning

a sharp-edged instrument used for shaving hair from the skin

Example

He shaved his beard with a sharp razor.

彼は鋭いかみそりでひげを剃った。

C2 noun /rɪˈvaɪlər/

reviler

侮辱者

Meaning

a person who criticizes or insults others abusively

Example

He was known as a reviler of all who opposed him.

彼は自分に反対する全ての人々を侮辱する者として知られていました。

B1 adjective /rɪˈkwaɪəd/

required

必要な

Meaning

necessary or compulsory

Example

A visa is required to enter the country.

その国に入るにはビザが必要です。

A2 verb /rɪˈdjuːs/

reduce

減らす

Meaning

to make smaller in size, amount, or degree; to decrease

Example

We need to reduce our expenses this month.

今月は支出を減らす必要があります。

B2 adjective /ˈroʊlɪŋ/

rolling

転がる

Meaning

moving in gentle undulations; moving forward by turning over and over

Example

They drove through the rolling hills of the countryside.

彼らは田舎の転がる丘を通り抜けました。

B2 verb /reɪp/

rape

強姦

Meaning

to force someone to have sexual intercourse without their consent

Example

The law strictly punishes those who commit rape.

法律は強姦を犯した者に厳罰を与えます。

C1 adjective /ˈrænsɪd/

rancid

腐った

Meaning

having a bad taste or smell due to being old or spoiled (especially fats or oils)

Example

The butter had gone rancid after being left out too long.

バターは外に長時間置かれて腐ってしまった。

C2 verb /rɪˈkjʊə/

recure

再治療する

Meaning

to cure again; to remedy a second time

Example

The doctor had to recure the wound after it reopened.

医者は傷が再び開いた後、傷を再治療する必要がありました。

C1 noun/verb /rɪˈpoʊz/

repose

休息

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.

長い旅の後、彼女は静かな庭で休息を求めた。

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。

B1 noun /ˌrɛzəˈluːʃən/

resolution

解決, 決議

Meaning

The action of solving a problem, dispute, or contentious matter.

Example

The resolution of the issue requires careful planning and action.

問題の解決には慎重な計画と行動が必要です。

B1 adverb /ˈrʌfli/

Roughly

おおよそ; 粗暴または暴力的な方法で

Meaning

approximately; in a harsh or violent way

Example

The project will take roughly three months to complete.

このプロジェクトはおおよそ3ヶ月かかります。

C1 noun /ˌrɛfjʊˈteɪʃən/

refutation

反証

Meaning

The act of proving a statement or argument to be false or incorrect.

Example

Her essay was a strong refutation of the opposing theory.

彼女のエッセイは反対の理論に対する強い反証でした。

B1 verb /rʌb/

rub

こする

Meaning

to press and move something firmly against a surface; to apply pressure with movement

Example

She rubbed her hands together to keep them warm.

彼女は手をこすり合わせて暖かく保った。

C2 adjective /rɪˈkʌmbənt/

recumbent

横たわる

Meaning

lying down or in a resting position

Example

He was found recumbent on the sofa after a long day.

彼は長い一日の後、ソファで横になっているのが見つかりました。

B2 adjective ˈræd.ɪ.kəl

radical

伝統的な信念やシステムに反する根本的な変化をもたらす能力がある

Meaning

Capable of bringing fundamental changes opposite to conventional beliefs or systems.

Example

The leader proposed radical economic reforms.

リーダーはラディカルな経済改革を提案しました。

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 noun rɪˈdɛmpʃən

redemption

贖い

Meaning

The action of saving or being saved from sin, error, or evil.

Example

The story highlights the theme of redemption.

その物語は償いのテーマを強調しています。

C1 noun /ˌræʃəˈnæl/

rationale

根本的な理由

Meaning

the underlying reason or explanation for something

Example

The rationale behind his decision was clearly explained.

彼の決断の背後にある理由は明確に説明されました。

C2 noun /ˈrɛdʒɪsaɪd/

regicide

王殺し

Meaning

the act of killing a king

Example

The conspirators were executed for committing regicide.

陰謀者たちは王殺しを犯したため、処刑されました。

B1 preposition /rɪˈɡɑrdɪŋ/

regarding

に関して

Meaning

concerning or relating to

Example

The decision regarding the meeting will be made tomorrow.

会議に関する決定は明日行われます。

B2 verb /ræm/

ram

Meaning

to strike or push something with great force

Example

The truck rammed into the wall.

C1 noun /rɪˈtrækʃən/

retraction

撤回, 言明撤回

Meaning

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

Example

The newspaper issued a retraction of the false report.

新聞は虚偽の報告の撤回を発表しました。

C2 noun /rɪˈfɛkʃən/

refection

食事 / 反省

Meaning

a meal or the act of taking food and drink

Example

The monks gathered for their evening refection.

僧侶たちは夕食のために集まりました。

C1 noun/verb /rɪˈpriːv/

reprieve

Meaning

A temporary relief or delay from something unpleasant; to postpone or cancel punishment.

Example

The prisoner was granted a last-minute reprieve from execution.

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 /ˈruː.mɪ.neɪt/

ruminate

思索する, 反芻する

Meaning

to think deeply about something; to chew cud (for animals)

Example

She sat alone to ruminate on her decision.

彼女は自分の決断について一人で思索していた。

B1 adjective /ˌriːəˈlɪstɪk/

realistic

現実的

Meaning

having or showing a sensible and practical idea of what can be achieved or expected

Example

She gave a realistic estimate of the project's cost.

彼女はプロジェクトのコストの現実的な見積もりを出した。

C1 verb /rɪˈzaʊnd/

resound

反響する

Meaning

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

Example

The hall resounded with applause.

ホールは拍手で反響しました。

A2 noun /rɪˈfrɪdʒ.ər.eɪ.tər/

Refrigerator

冷蔵庫

Meaning

an appliance for keeping food and drinks cold

Example

Please put the milk in the refrigerator to keep it fresh.

牛乳を新鮮に保つために冷蔵庫に入れてください。

B2 adjective /rɪˈɡret.ə.bəl/

Regrettable

残念な; 失望させる; 悲しい

Meaning

causing or deserving regret; unfortunate; deplorable

Example

It is regrettable that so many talented people left the company.

こんなに多くの才能ある人々が会社を辞めたのは残念です。

A2 verb /raɪz/

rise

上がる

Meaning

to move upward; to get up from bed; to increase

Example

The sun rises in the east.

太陽は東から昇ります。

C2 verb /raɪv/

rive

裂ける

Meaning

to tear apart violently

Example

The earthquake rived the ground in several places.

地震がいくつかの場所で地面を裂けました。

B2 verb /rɪˈvɜːrt/

revert

戻る

Meaning

to return to a previous state, condition, or practice

Example

The system will revert to its original settings after the update.

システムは更新後、元の設定に戻ります。

B2 verb /ˌriːəˈreɪndʒ/

rearrange

再配置する

Meaning

to change the order or position of something

Example

She decided to rearrange the furniture in her living room.

彼女はリビングルームの家具を再配置することに決めました。

C1 noun /ˈruːbrɪk/

rubric

評価基準 / 指針

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.

教師は課題のための評価基準を提供しました。

B2 noun /ˈrerəti/

Rarity

珍しい状態; 普通でないもの、または希少なもの

Meaning

the state of being rare; something that is uncommon or scarce

Example

The antique vase was a rarity worth thousands of dollars.

その古代の花瓶は、数千ドルの価値がある珍しいものだった。

B1 verb /rɪˈleɪt/

relate

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。

B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zən/

Raisin

レーズン

Meaning

dried grape

Example

She added raisins to the oatmeal cookies for extra sweetness.

彼女はオートミールクッキーに甘さを加えるためにレーズンを加えました。

C2 adjective /rəˈpeɪ.ʃəs/

rapacious

貪欲

Meaning

having an extreme desire to take things for oneself, greedy

Example

The rapacious landlord raised the rent without reason.

貪欲な家主は理由もなく家賃を上げた。

C2 adjective /rɪˈtɪkjʊlət/

reticulate

網状

Meaning

Having a net-like pattern or structure.

Example

The leaf had a reticulate pattern of veins.

葉は網目模様の静脈がありました。

C2 noun /rɪˈsɪdɪvɪst/

recidivist

再犯者

Meaning

A person who repeatedly commits crimes, especially after having been punished.

Example

The police identified him as a recidivist who had been arrested several times before.

警察は彼を再犯者として特定し、以前に何度も逮捕されていた。

C1 adjective /ˌruː.dɪˈmen.tər.i/

Rudimentary

基本的な; 初歩的な; 未発達な; 発展の初期段階にある

Meaning

basic; elementary; undeveloped; in the earliest stage of development

Example

She has only rudimentary knowledge of French.

彼女はフランス語についての初歩的な知識しか持っていません。

B2 noun /rɪˈsɛs/

recess

休憩

Meaning

A short break from work or school; also a small space set back in a wall.

Example

The children played outside during recess.

子供たちは休憩中に外で遊びました。

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。

C2 verb /ˈræm.ɪ.faɪ/

ramify

分岐する

Meaning

to spread or branch out into divisions or subdivisions.

Example

The river ramifies into several smaller streams.

川は複数の小さな小川に分岐します。

C1 verb rɪˈplɛn.ɪʃ

replenish

補充する

Meaning

Fill something up again.

Example

Drinking water helps replenish lost fluids in the body.

水を飲むことは、体内で失われた液体を補充するのに役立ちます。

A1 noun /raɪs/

Rice

ご飯

Meaning

a cereal grain that is a staple food in many countries

Example

We eat rice with curry for dinner.

私たちは夕食にカレーと一緒にご飯を食べます。

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。

A2 verb /roʊl/

roll

転がる

Meaning

to move by turning over and over on an axis

Example

She rolled the ball down the hill.

彼女はボールを丘の下に転がしました。

B2 noun /rʌst/

Rust

錆

Meaning

reddish-brown coating formed on iron or steel by oxidation; corrosion

Example

The old car was covered in rust after years of neglect.

古い車は何年も放置されていた後、サビで覆われていました。

B2 noun /rɪˈlʌk.təns/

Reluctance

嫌悪感; ためらい

Meaning

unwillingness to do something; hesitation

Example

He showed reluctance to accept the job offer.

彼は仕事のオファーを受け入れることに嫌悪感を示した。

B1 verb /rɑːb/

rob

強盗する

Meaning

to steal money or property from a person or place; to commit robbery

Example

The thief tried to rob the bank last night.

泥棒は昨晩銀行を強盗しようとしました。

C1 noun /rɪˈdʒɔɪsɪŋ/

rejoicing

喜び

Meaning

The action of showing great joy or happiness

Example

There was much rejoicing after the victory.

勝利後、多くの喜びがありました。

B2 verb /rɪp/

rip

裂ける

Meaning

to tear something quickly or violently

Example

He accidentally ripped his shirt on the fence.

彼はフェンスでシャツをうっかり裂けてしまいました。

B2 verb /roʊm/

roam

歩き回る

Meaning

to walk or travel without a specific destination; to wander

Example

Wild animals roam freely in the forest.

野生動物は森の中を自由に歩き回っています。

B2 noun /ˌreɡ.jʊˈlær.ɪ.ti/

Regularity

規則正しさ

Meaning

the quality of being regular; occurring at fixed intervals or in a consistent pattern

Example

The regularity of his exercise routine helped him stay healthy.

彼の運動習慣の規則正しさが健康を維持するのに役立ちました。

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 /ˌriː.dɪs.trɪˈbjuː.ʃən/

redistribution

再分配

Meaning

The sharing of wealth or resources more equally among society.

Example

The government introduced a redistribution policy to reduce inequality.

政府は不平等を減らすために再分配政策を導入しました。

B2 noun /ˌriː.əˈʃʊr.əns/

Reassurance

安心

Meaning

comfort or confidence given to someone to remove their fears or doubts

Example

She needed reassurance that everything would be okay.

彼女はすべてがうまくいくことを確認するために安心が必要でした。

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 /rɪˈvoʊltɪŋ/

revolting

むかつく

Meaning

extremely unpleasant or disgusting

Example

The smell of the garbage was revolting.

ごみのにおいはむかつくほどだった。

B2 adjective /ˈrɪdʒ.ɪd/

Rigid

硬直

Meaning

hard and stiff; not able to bend; strict and unwilling to change

Example

The company has a rigid dress code that all employees must follow.

会社にはすべての従業員が従う必要がある厳格なドレスコードがあります。

C1 adjective /rɪˈbel.jəs/

Rebellious

反抗的な; 不従順な; 権威に反発する;

Meaning

defying authority; resisting control; disobedient;

Example

The rebellious teenager refused to follow his parents' rules.

反抗的なティーンエイジャーは、両親の規則に従うことを拒否した。

C2 noun /rɪˈfræk.tər/

refractor

屈折望遠鏡

Meaning

A type of telescope that uses lenses to focus light.

Example

Refractor telescopes use lenses to focus light.

屈折望遠鏡は光を集中させるためにレンズを使用します。

C2 adjective /ˌriːkruːˈdɛsənt/

recrudescent

再発

Meaning

reviving or breaking out again after a period of abatement

Example

Recrudescent tensions threatened the fragile ceasefire.

再発した緊張が脆弱な停戦を脅かしました。

C1 verb /ˌriːˈkæl.ɪ.breɪt/

recalibrate

再調整する, 調整し直す

Meaning

To calibrate again or differently; to adjust or correct something based on new information or changed circumstances.

Example

The company had to recalibrate its strategies to adapt to the market.

会社は市場に適応するために戦略を再調整する必要があった。

C2 noun /ˌriːkruːˈdɛsəns/

recrudescence

再発

Meaning

a new outbreak or revival of something that had subsided, especially an undesirable condition

Example

Health officials warned of a recrudescence of measles in several districts.

保健当局は複数の地区で麻疹の再発の警告を出しました。

B2 noun /ˈriːteɪlər/

retailer

小売業者

Meaning

a person or business that sells goods to consumers rather than to other businesses

Example

The retailer offers discounts on electronic products.

小売業者は電子製品に割引を提供しています。

C2 adjective rɪˈtɛn.tɪv

retentive

記憶力が強い

Meaning

Having strong memory or the ability to retain information for a long time.

Example

Students with a retentive memory excel in academics.

記憶力が強い学生は学業で優れています。

C1 verb /rænt/

rant

怒鳴る

Meaning

to speak or shout in an angry, uncontrolled way

Example

He ranted about the unfair treatment at work.

彼は仕事で不公平な扱いについて叫んでいました。

B2 noun /ˌrɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

regulation

権限によって作成され、維持される規則または指示

Meaning

A rule or directive made and maintained by an authority.

Example

Government regulation ensures fair business practices.

政府の規制は公平なビジネス慣行を確保します。

C1 noun /ˌrɛfəˈrɛndəm/

referendum

国民投票

Meaning

a general vote by the population on a single political issue

Example

The government held a referendum on the new constitution.

政府は新しい憲法について国民投票を実施しました。

A1 noun, verb /rɛst/

rest

Meaning

to cease work or movement in order to relax or recover strength

Example

He needs to rest after the long journey.

B1 adjective /roʊˈmæn.tɪk/

Romantic

ロマンチック

Meaning

relating to love; idealistic; dreamy

Example

They enjoyed a romantic dinner by candlelight.

彼らはろうそくの光でロマンチックなディナーを楽しんでいました。

A1 adjective /ˈreɪ.di.əʊ/

radio

ラジオ

Meaning

Relating to radio waves or broadcasting.

Example

FAST is the largest radio telescope in the world.

FASTは世界最大のラジオ望遠鏡です。

B2 noun /reɪk/

Rake

レーキ

Meaning

a garden tool with a long handle and prongs for gathering leaves; to gather with a rake

Example

He used a rake to gather the fallen autumn leaves.

彼は落ち葉を集めるためにレーキを使いました。

B2 noun /rɪˈfreʃ.mənt/

Refreshment

軽食

Meaning

food and drink that is served as a light meal; something that refreshes

Example

We served light refreshments after the meeting.

会議の後、軽食を提供しました。

C2 noun /rɪˈpoʊst/

riposte

鋭い返答

Meaning

a quick and clever reply to criticism or an insult

Example

Her sharp riposte left everyone in silence.

彼女の鋭い返答は皆を黙らせた。

C1 verb /rɪˈprɛs/

repress

Meaning

To restrain, suppress, or keep under control, especially emotions or desires.

Example

He tried to repress his anger during the meeting.

B1 verb /ˌrɛprɪˈzɛnt/

represent

代表する

Meaning

to act or speak on behalf of someone or something

Example

He will represent our company at the conference.

彼は会議で私たちの会社を代表します。

B1 noun /rɪˈkwaɪə(r)mənt/

requirement

要件

Meaning

something that is necessary or demanded

Example

The job has specific educational requirements.

この仕事には特定の教育要件があります。

A2 noun /ræt/

Rat

ネズミ

Meaning

a large long-tailed rodent that is typically considered a pest

Example

The rat scurried across the kitchen floor.

ネズミは台所の床を走り抜けました。