B1 adjective /ˈrel.ə.vənt/

Relevant

rafter

小屋の梁

Meaning

One of the sloping beams that supports a roof.

Example

The old barn’s rafters were exposed.

古い納屋の小屋の梁がむき出しになっていました。

C1 adjective /ˈrævənəs/

ravenous

猛烈にお腹がすいている

Meaning

Extremely hungry; famished.

Example

After the long hike, she was ravenous and ate quickly.

長いハイキングの後、彼女は猛烈にお腹がすいて、すぐに食べました。

B2 adjective /ˌrez.ɪˈden.ʃəl/

residential

住宅の

Meaning

Designed for people to live in.

Example

The institution was fully residential.

その施設は完全に住宅のものでした。

C1 noun /ˌres.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

Recitation

朗読

Meaning

the action of reciting or repeating aloud from memory

Example

The poetry recitation contest was held in the auditorium.

詩の朗読大会はホールで行われました。

C1 noun /roʊz ˈber.i/

Rose berry

ローズベリー

Meaning

a type of berry with rose-like characteristics or flavor

Example

The rose berry has a delicate floral taste that reminds me of roses.

ローズベリーはバラのような繊細な花の風味があり、バラを思い出させます。

C1 noun /rɪˈmɪʃən/

remission

Meaning

A temporary or permanent decrease or disappearance of disease symptoms; forgiveness of sins or debts.

Example

The patient’s cancer is in remission after the treatment.

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。

C2 adjective /rɪˈzɪstləs/

resistless

抗えない

Meaning

Impossible to resist; having an overpowering effect.

Example

She felt a resistless urge to laugh at the joke.

彼女はジョークで笑いたいという抗えない衝動を感じた。

B1 noun ˌrekəɡˈnɪʃn

recognition

認識

Meaning

Acknowledgment of the existence, validity, or legality of something; appreciation or acclaim for an achievement, service, or ability.

Example

He earned recognition after years of struggle.

彼は長年の努力の後、認識を得ました。

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。

B2 verb /rɪˈvoʊlt/

revolt

反乱する

Meaning

to rebel against authority; to feel disgust

Example

The people revolted against the corrupt government.

人々は腐敗した政府に反乱を起こしました。

B2 noun /ˈreb.əl/

Rebel

反逆者

Meaning

a person who resists authority or control

Example

The young rebel refused to follow the school rules.

その若い反逆者は学校の規則に従うことを拒否した。

B2 verb /rɪˈvɜːs/

reverse

反転する

Meaning

to change something to the opposite direction, position, or result

Example

She quickly reversed the car out of the driveway.

彼女はすぐに車をドライブウェイからバックさせました。

B1 verb /rɪˈper/

repair

修理する

Meaning

to fix something that is broken or damaged

Example

The mechanic will repair the car's engine tomorrow.

メカニックは明日車のエンジンを修理します。

C1 adjective /ˈraɪtfəl/

rightful

正当な

Meaning

having a legitimate or just claim; proper or lawful

Example

She is the rightful owner of the property.

彼女はその財産の正当な所有者です。

C2 adjective /rɪˈflɛksəbl/

reflexible

反射可能な

Meaning

Capable of being reflected or bent back.

Example

The surface was highly reflexible, bouncing light in different directions.

その表面は非常に反射可能で、光を異なる方向に反射させていました。

A2 noun, verb /raʊ/ (argument), /roʊ/ (line of things)

row

列 / 争い

Meaning

A line of things or people; also, a noisy quarrel; to propel a boat with oars.

Example

They had a loud row about money.

彼らはお金について大声で争いました。

C1 phrase ˈriː.dʒən.əl ˈfɔː.rəm

regional forum

地域フォーラム

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.

地域フォーラムでは、森林伐採の影響について議論されました。

B2 noun /ˌrɛfəˈriː/

referee

審判

Meaning

a person who oversees a game or match to ensure the rules are followed

Example

The referee stopped the game after a foul.

審判はファウルの後、試合を停止しました。

B1 verb /rɪˈspɒnd/

respond

ravish

魅了する

Meaning

To fill with intense delight; to captivate or enchant.

Example

The beauty of the sunset ravished the travelers.

夕日の美しさが旅行者を魅了した。

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。

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 riˈsaɪklɪŋ

recycling

リサイクリング

Meaning

The process of converting waste materials into new materials and objects to prevent waste.

Example

Recycling plastic helps in reducing waste.

プラスチックのリサイクリングは、廃棄物の削減に役立ちます。

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 noun /rɪˈfaɪnəri/

refinery

製油所

Meaning

an industrial facility where raw materials are processed and purified

Example

The oil refinery processes thousands of barrels daily.

石油精製所は毎日何千バレルもの石油を処理します。

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。

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 verb /ˌriːˈkɒn.stɪ.tʃuːt/

reconstitute

再構成する

Meaning

to restore something to its original form or state; to reassemble

Example

The group was reconstituted after the leader returned.

リーダーが戻った後、グループは再構成されました。

C1 verb /rɪˈsʌsɪteɪt/

resuscitate

Meaning

to revive someone from unconsciousness or apparent death

Example

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

C2 noun /rɪˈfɛktəri/

refectory

食堂

Meaning

a dining hall, especially in a monastery, convent, or school

Example

Students had lunch in the refectory.

学生たちは食堂で昼食をとった。

A2 noun /ˈriːdɪŋ/

reading

読書

Meaning

the action or skill of reading

Example

Reading is one of my favorite hobbies.

読書は私の好きな趣味の一つです。

B1 noun riˈæləti

reality

現実

Meaning

The world or the state of things as they actually exist, as opposed to an idealistic or notional idea.

Example

The reality of the situation was evident.

状況の現実は明らかでした。

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。

A2 verb /rɪˈmeɪn/

remain

残る

Meaning

to stay in the same place; to continue to exist

Example

Only a few guests remain at the party.

パーティーには少数のゲストが残っています。

B2 noun /rɛlm/

realm

Meaning

A kingdom or domain; a field or area of activity or interest.

Example

He is well known in the realm of science.

B2 verb /ˈrɛnəˌveɪt/

renovate

改装する

Meaning

to restore something old to a good state or to improve it

Example

They decided to renovate the old house before moving in.

彼らは引っ越す前に古い家を改装することに決めました。

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。

B2 adjective /rɪˈliːvd/

relieved

安心した

Meaning

feeling happy and less worried after something stressful has been removed or resolved

Example

She felt relieved after hearing the good news.

良い知らせを聞いた後、彼女は安心した。

C2 adjective /ˈrʌdi/

ruddy

赤ら顔

Meaning

Having a healthy red color in the face.

Example

She had a ruddy complexion from working outdoors.

彼女は外で働いたため、赤ら顔でした。

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。

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。

C2 adjective /ˈruːbɪkənd/

rubicund

健康的な赤みを帯びた顔

Meaning

Having a healthy reddish complexion.

Example

The old man’s rubicund face showed he was in good health.

その老人の赤みを帯びた顔は、彼が健康であることを示していた。

B2 verb /ˌriːəˈʃʊr/

reassure

安心させる

Meaning

to say or do something to remove someone's doubts or fears

Example

The teacher reassured the students before the exam.

教師は試験前に生徒を安心させました。

C2 verb /rɪˈɡeɪl/

regale

楽しませる

Meaning

To entertain or amuse someone with stories, food, or drink.

Example

He regaled us with stories of his travels around the world.

彼は世界中を旅した話で私たちを楽しませました。

C2 noun /ˈræɡəmʌfɪn/

ragamuffin

ぼろぼろの子供

Meaning

A person, typically a child, in ragged, dirty clothes.

Example

The little ragamuffin begged for food on the street.

小さなぼろぼろの子供が通りで食べ物を求めていた。

B1 noun /rɪˈliːf/

Relief

安心; 安堵; 支援

Meaning

a feeling of comfort after worry or distress; assistance given to those in need

Example

She felt great relief when the exam was over.

試験が終わったとき、彼女は大きな安堵感を感じました。

B2 verb /riːp/

reap

収穫する

Meaning

to cut or gather a crop; to receive as a consequence of actions

Example

Farmers reap wheat in the late summer.

農家は晩夏に小麦を収穫します。

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.

C2 noun /ræpˈskæliən/

rapscallion

いたずら好きな人

Meaning

A mischievous or cheeky person; a rascal.

Example

The little rapscallion hid his brother’s shoes as a prank.

小さなラプスカリオンは兄の靴をいたずらで隠した。

C2 verb /rɪˈdaʊnd/

redound

貢献する

Meaning

to contribute greatly to a result or consequence, usually beneficial

Example

His hard work will redound to the success of the company.

彼の努力は会社の成功に貢献するでしょう。

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。

B2 noun rɪˈsɛʃ.ən

recession

景気後退

Meaning

A period of temporary economic decline during which trade and industrial activity are reduced.

Example

The country faced a severe recession due to the financial crisis.

その国は金融危機のため深刻な景気後退に直面した。

A2 verb /reɪz/

raise

上げる / 増加させる

Meaning

To lift or move something to a higher position; to increase; to bring up.

Example

She raised her hand to ask a question.

彼女は質問をするために手を上げました。

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 verb /rɪˈkuːpəreɪt/

recuperate

回復する

Meaning

to recover from illness or regain strength

Example

She went to the countryside to recuperate after surgery.

彼女は手術後、回復するために田舎に行った。

B2 adjective /raɪp/

Ripe

熟した; 食べる準備ができた

Meaning

fully developed and ready to eat; mature; ready for action or use

Example

The bananas are ripe and ready to eat.

バナナは熟して食べる準備ができています。

C2 adjective /ˈrɛkənˌdaɪt/ or /ˈrɛkəndaɪt/

recondite

ほとんど知られていない、または理解しにくい

Meaning

Little known or difficult to understand.

Example

The professor’s lecture was full of recondite theories.

教授の講義は難解な理論で満ちていた。

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。

B2 verb /riːˈɔːrɡənaɪz/

reorganize

再編成する

Meaning

to arrange something again in a different way for greater efficiency or order

Example

The manager decided to reorganize the team structure.

マネージャーはチームの構造を再編成することに決めました。

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。

B2 adjective /rɪˈflektɪv/

Reflective

反射的; 思慮深い; 光や画像を反射できる

Meaning

thoughtful; contemplative; able to reflect light or images

Example

After the meeting, he was in a reflective mood.

会議の後、彼は反射的な気分だった。

C2 adjective /ˈrɛd.ələnt/

redolent

Meaning

having a strong pleasant smell; strongly reminiscent or suggestive of something

Example

The kitchen was redolent of spices and fresh herbs.

A1 adjective /raʊnd/

round

丸い

Meaning

having a circular shape; shaped like a sphere or disk

Example

The table was round and had a smooth surface.

テーブルは丸くて、滑らかな表面がありました。

B1 noun riˈækʃən

reaction

反応

Meaning

An action performed or a feeling experienced in response to a situation or event.

Example

The arrests triggered a reaction.

逮捕は反応を引き起こしました。

B2 verb /ˌriːˈbɪld/

rebuild

再建する

Meaning

to build something again after it has been damaged or destroyed

Example

The villagers worked together to rebuild the bridge after the flood.

村人たちは洪水の後、橋を再建するために協力しました。

C1 noun /riˈæktənt/

reactant

Meaning

A substance that takes part in and undergoes change during a chemical reaction.

Example

Oxygen is a reactant in the process of combustion.

C1 verb /rɪˈtælieɪt/

retaliate

報復する

Meaning

to make an attack in return for a similar attack

Example

The army retaliated after the enemy attack.

軍隊は敵の攻撃の後、報復した。

C1 noun ˈredʒ.ɪ.strɑːr

registrar

レジストラー

Meaning

An official responsible for keeping records or registers.

Example

The registrar oversees all administrative tasks.

レジストラーはすべての行政業務を監督しています。

B2 noun /ˈrɒbər/

robber

強盗

Meaning

a person who steals property from others, often using force or threat

Example

The robber was caught after a quick police chase.

素早い警察の追跡の後、強盗は捕まった。

B1 noun /ruːˈtiːn/

routine

ルーチン, 習慣, 固定された順序

Meaning

A sequence of actions regularly followed; a fixed program.

Example

A well-structured routine improves productivity.

よく構造化されたルーチンは生産性を向上させます。

C1 verb /rɪˈkaʊnt/

recount

語る

Meaning

to narrate or tell the details of an event or experience

Example

She recounted her adventures during the summer trip.

彼女は夏の旅行中の冒険について語った。

C2 adjective /rɪˈprɛsəbl̩/

repressible

抑制可能

Meaning

Capable of being restrained or suppressed.

Example

The movement proved to be hardly repressible.

その運動はほとんど抑制可能であることが証明されました。

C2 noun /roʊˈtʌn.də/

rotunda

円形の建物

Meaning

a large circular building or hall, often with a dome

Example

Tourists gathered inside the grand rotunda of the capitol.

観光客は議会堂の壮大なロタンダの中に集まりました。

B2 noun /ˈraɪfəl/

Rifle

ライフル

Meaning

a gun with a long barrel that is fired from the shoulder

Example

The soldier carried a rifle during the mission.

兵士は任務中にライフルを携帯していました。

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。

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 ˌriːprəˈdʌktɪv

reproductive

繁殖に関する

Meaning

Relating to the reproduction of offspring.

Example

The reproductive cycle of pests can cause rapid infestations.

害虫の生殖サイクルは迅速な感染を引き起こす可能性があります。

C2 adjective /ˈrɛkənˌsaɪləbl̩/

reconcilable

Meaning

Capable of being resolved or made consistent.

Example

Their differences are reconcilable with honest communication.

C2 noun /ˌriːkəˌpɪtjʊˈleɪʃən/

recapitulation

要約

Meaning

The act of summarizing or repeating the main points of something.

Example

The professor gave a brief recapitulation of the lecture before ending the class.

教授はクラスを終える前に講義の簡単な要約を行いました。

B2 adverb /rɪˈmɑːrkəbli/

remarkably

驚くべき方法で

Meaning

in a way that is worthy of attention or notice; surprisingly

Example

She did remarkably well in the competition.

彼女はコンペティションで驚くべき成果を上げました。

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。

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 adverb /rɪˈpiː.tɪd.li/

Repeatedly

繰り返し; 何度も

Meaning

again and again; many times over

Example

He repeatedly asked for help with his homework.

彼は宿題について何度も助けを求めました。

C2 verb /rɪˈspaɪər/

respire

呼吸する

Meaning

To breathe in and out; to inhale and exhale.

Example

Plants also respire to release energy.

植物もエネルギーを放出するために呼吸します。

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。

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 /ˈrɛzɪn/

resin

樹脂

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.

職人は彫刻を輝かせるために天然の樹脂を使用しました。

C2 adjective /rɪˈkæl.sɪ.trənt/

recalcitrant

反抗的, 頑固な, 服従しない

Meaning

Having an obstinately uncooperative attitude toward authority or discipline.

Example

The recalcitrant student refused to follow rules.

反抗的な学生は規則に従うことを拒否した。

B2 noun rɪˈkruːt.mənt

recruitment

採用

Meaning

The action of finding new people to join an organization or support a cause.

Example

Recruitment strengthens the workforce.

採用は労働力を強化します。

C2 noun /ˈræp.aɪn/

rapine

略奪

Meaning

the violent seizure of someone's property

Example

The war was marked by rapine and destruction.

戦争は略奪と破壊で特徴づけられていた。

C2 noun /rɪˈpæst/

repast

食事

Meaning

A meal or the food eaten during a meal.

Example

They enjoyed a delicious repast by the riverside.

彼らは川辺で美味しい食事を楽しんだ。

C2 verb /rɪˈkænt/

recant

撤回する

Meaning

to withdraw or renounce a statement or belief formally

Example

He recanted his previous statement in court.

彼は裁判で以前の発言を撤回しました。

B2 noun /ˌrɛprɪzɛnˈteɪʃən/

representation

代表

Meaning

the action of speaking or acting on behalf of someone or something

Example

Her representation of the team was impeccable.

彼女のチームの代表は完璧でした。

B2 adjective /ˈruː.mi/

Roomy

広々とした; 広いスペースのある

Meaning

spacious; having a lot of room

Example

The apartment is very roomy with spacious bedrooms.

アパートメントは広々としており、広いベッドルームがあります。

C2 verb /rɪˈmɒnstreɪt/

remonstrate

抗議する

Meaning

To make a forceful protest or objection.

Example

Citizens remonstrated against the new tax policy.

市民たちは新しい税制政策に抗議した。

B2 noun ˌreɪ.di.oʊ.ækˈtɪv.ə.ti

radioactivity

放射性

Meaning

The emission of ionizing radiation or particles caused by the spontaneous disintegration of atomic nuclei.

Example

Radioactivity is used in medical treatments like cancer therapy.

放射性は、がん治療のような医療に用いられている。

B2 noun /roʊst/

Roast

ロースト肉

Meaning

Meat cooked by dry heat in an oven or over an open fire

Example

The Sunday roast was perfectly cooked and very tender.

日曜日のローストは完璧に調理され、とても柔らかかった。

A1 noun ˈræbɪt

rabbit

ウサギ

Meaning

A small mammal with long ears, long hind legs, and a short tail

Example

The rabbit ran quickly into the forest.

ウサギは森の中を速く走った。

C2 adjective /ˈrɛɡnənt/

regnant

統治している

Meaning

Reigning; currently holding power, authority, or dominance.

Example

The regnant queen introduced several reforms during her reign.

統治している女王は、彼女の統治期間中にいくつかの改革を導入しました。

B1 noun /ˌrep.rɪˈzen.tə.tɪv/

representative

代表者

Meaning

A person chosen or appointed to act or speak for another or others.

Example

The representative addressed critical issues.

代表者は重要な問題に対処しました。

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。

C1 verb /rɪˈmjuːnəreɪt/

remunerate

報酬を支払う

Meaning

To pay someone for services or work done.

Example

The company will remunerate employees fairly for their overtime.

会社は残業に対して従業員に公正な報酬を支払います。

C2 noun /ruːθ/

ruth

同情

Meaning

A feeling of pity, compassion, or sorrow.

Example

He felt no ruth for the people he had betrayed.

彼は裏切った人々に対して一切の同情を感じなかった。

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。

C2 noun /ˌræʃioʊsɪˈneɪʃən/

ratiocination

推論

Meaning

the process of reasoning or logical thinking

Example

His ratiocination impressed the judges during the debate.

彼の推論は討論中に審査員を感動させた。

A2 adjective /ˈreɪ.ni/

Rainy

雨の日の

Meaning

characterized by rain; wet from rain; having much rain

Example

It was a rainy day, so we stayed indoors.

今日は雨の日だったので、家の中にいました。

A2 noun /roʊl/

role

役割

Meaning

a part or function of something

Example

Her role in the project was crucial.

彼女のプロジェクトでの役割は重要でした。

C2 noun /ˈreɪləri/

raillery

友好的な冗談

Meaning

good-humored teasing or joking

Example

Their friendship was full of light-hearted raillery.

彼らの友情は軽い冗談で満ちていました。

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。

B2 verb /rɒt/

rot

腐る

Meaning

to decay or decompose; to become corrupt

Example

The fruit will rot if left in the sun.

果物は日光に当たると腐ります。

C1 verb /rɪˈɡrɛs/

regress

Meaning

To return to a former or less developed state.

Example

Without proper guidance, the child's progress began to regress.

B2 noun /rɪˈmuː.vəl/

Removal

撤去; 除去; 解雇;

Meaning

the action of taking something away or eliminating it; dismissal from office

Example

The removal of the old furniture took all day.

古い家具の除去に一日中かかりました。

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。

B1 noun rɪˈflɛkʃən

reflection

反射

Meaning

Serious thought or consideration about something.

Example

The reflection of the past filled his heart with sadness.

過去の反射が彼の心を悲しみに満たしました。

B2 adjective /ˈrændəm/

Random

ランダム

Meaning

without pattern or predetermined order; happening by chance

Example

She selected a random book from the library shelf.

彼女は図書館の棚からランダムに本を選びました。

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 adjective /ˈrep.jə.tə.bəl/

Reputable

評判の良い

Meaning

having a good reputation; respected and trusted

Example

She works for a reputable law firm in the city.

彼女はその都市の評判の良い法律事務所で働いています。

B1 adjective /rɪˈleɪ.tɪd/

Relief Train

救援列車

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.

救援列車は洪水の被害者のために食料と医療物資を運んできました。