B2 verb /rɪˈnuː/

renew

Meaning

to make something new again or extend its period of validity

Example

I need to renew my passport before traveling.

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。

B2 verb /ˈraɪpən/

ripen

幸せ

Meaning

to become or make something ready to eat or fully developed

Example

The bananas ripened quickly in the warm weather.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せなかった。

C2 noun /red ˌəʊ.liˈæn.dər/

Red oleander

赤いオリンダー

Meaning

a poisonous flowering shrub with bright red or pink flowers

Example

The red oleander blooms throughout the summer months.

赤いオリンダーは夏の数ヶ月間咲きます。

B2 noun /ˈreɪ.dɑːr/

Radar

レーダー

Meaning

a system for detecting the presence, direction, distance of aircraft, ships by sending out radio waves

Example

The radar detected an unknown aircraft approaching the base.

レーダーは基地に接近する未知の航空機を検出しました。

B2 noun /ˌriː.ɪnˈfɔːrs.mənt/

reinforcement

強化

Meaning

Strengthening or supporting something, especially behavior or learning.

Example

Positive reinforcement helps in learning.

積極的な強化は学習に役立ちます。

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 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 noun /ruːt/

Root

根; 起源; 基本原因; ルート

Meaning

the part of a plant that grows underground; the basic cause, source, or origin of something

Example

We need to find the root of this problem to solve it permanently.

この問題の根本原因を見つけて、永続的に解決する必要があります。

C2 adjective /raɪˈpɛə.ri.ən/

riparian

河川や他の水路の岸辺に関連する

Meaning

Relating to or situated on the banks of a river or other watercourse.

Example

Riparian vegetation helps prevent soil erosion along rivers.

河川沿いの植生は、河川沿いの土壌浸食を防ぐのに役立ちます。

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。

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。

B1 verb /ˈrɛdʒɪstər/

register

登録する

Meaning

To enter or record officially on a list or in a book.

Example

You must register for the conference before the deadline.

期限前に会議に登録する必要があります。

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。

B1 verb /ˈreskjuː/

rescue

救助する

Meaning

to save someone or something from danger or harm

Example

The firefighters rescued the cat from the tree.

消防士は木から猫を救助しました。

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 verb /riːˈfɜːrbɪʃ/

refurbish

改装する

Meaning

To renovate or redecorate something, especially a building.

Example

The company decided to refurbish its old office.

その会社は古いオフィスを改装することを決定しました。

B2 verb /rɪˈfreɪn/

refrain

控える

Meaning

To hold oneself back from doing something.

Example

Please refrain from smoking in this area.

このエリアでの喫煙はご遠慮ください。

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 adjective /rɪˈzɪstɪv/

resistive

抵抗性

Meaning

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

Example

The material has resistive properties that slow down current flow.

その材料は、電流の流れを遅くする抵抗性の特性を持っています。

C2 verb /ˌriːkruːˈdɛs/

recrudesce

再発

Meaning

to break out or appear again after a period of dormancy or decline

Example

After months of calm, violence recrudesced in the region.

数ヶ月の静けさの後、暴力が再発しました地域で。

B2 noun /ˈreɪn.dʒər/

ranger

レンジャー

Meaning

A person responsible for protecting and managing forests, parks, or natural areas.

Example

The park ranger guided the tourists through the forest trail.

公園のレンジャーは観光客を森の小道を案内しました。

C1 noun/verb /rɪˈlæps/

relapse

再発

Meaning

to return to a worse condition, especially after improvement; a deterioration after recovery

Example

After months of progress, he suffered a relapse.

数ヶ月の進歩の後、彼は再発しました。

B2 noun /raɪˈnɒs.ər.əs/

Rhinoceros

サイ

Meaning

a large, heavy animal with thick skin and one or two horns on its nose

Example

The rhinoceros charged through the grassland.

サイは草原を突進した。

B2 noun /ˈriːzənɪŋ/

reasoning

推論

Meaning

the process of thinking about something in a logical way in order to form a conclusion or judgment

Example

Her reasoning for leaving was clear and logical.

彼女の出発の推論は明確で論理的でした。

A1 adjective /ˈrɛd.i/

ready

準備ができた

Meaning

Prepared or available for use or action.

Example

She was ready to leave for the airport.

彼女は空港に行く準備ができていた。

C2 verb /ˈrɔɪstər/

roister

大声で祝い

Meaning

to revel noisily; to engage in loud, boisterous celebration

Example

The fans roistered in the streets after the victory.

ファンは勝利後に街で騒いでいました。

C2 noun/adjective /rɪˈmɒnstrənt/

remonstrant

抗議者

Meaning

A person who makes a forceful protest (noun); protesting or objecting (adjective).

Example

He was a remonstrant voice in the assembly.

彼は集会で抗議の声を上げていた。

A2 noun /ruːf/

roof

屋根

Meaning

the top covering of a building or vehicle

Example

The roof of the house needs to be repaired.

家の屋根は修理が必要です。

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。

B2 verb /rɪˈstrɪkt/

restrict

制限する

Meaning

To limit the size, amount, or range of something.

Example

The government decided to restrict the use of plastic bags.

政府はプラスチック袋の使用を制限することを決定しました。

C2 verb /rɪˈkwaɪt/

requite

返す

Meaning

to return or repay a favor, service, or feeling

Example

She requited his kindness with a thoughtful gift.

彼女は彼の親切に思慮深い贈り物で報いました。

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 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。

C2 adjective /ˈrɪbɔːld/

ribald

下品な冗談

Meaning

Referring to sexual matters in a humorous or vulgar way.

Example

The comedian’s ribald jokes made the audience laugh uncomfortably.

コメディアンの下品な冗談は観客を不快にさせながら笑わせた。

C1 verb /rɪˈklaɪn/

recline

リクライニングする

Meaning

To lean or lie back in a relaxed position.

Example

She reclined on the sofa with a book.

彼女はソファで本を持ってリクライニングしていた。

C2 noun /ˌrep.ɑːˈtiː/

Repartee

機知に富んだ返答

Meaning

conversation or speech characterized by quick, witty comments or replies

Example

The dinner party was filled with brilliant repartee between the guests.

ディナーでは、ゲスト間で素晴らしい機知に富んだ返答が交わされていました。

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。

C1 noun rɪˈfaɪnmənt

refinement

精練

Meaning

The process of removing impurities or unwanted elements from a substance.

Example

His manners showed a refinement that made him stand out in any crowd.

彼のマナーは精練されたもので、どんな群衆の中でも目立っていた。

B2 adjective rɪˈnaʊnd

renowned

著名

Meaning

Known or talked about by many people; famous.

Example

The renowned scientist led the reform panel.

その著名な科学者は改革パネルを指導しました。

A2 noun, verb /ˈriːzən/

reason

理由、原因

Meaning

A cause, explanation, or justification for an action or event; to think or argue logically.

Example

There is no reason to be upset.

怒る理由はありません。

C1 noun /ˈreɪ.biːz/

rabies

狂犬病

Meaning

A viral disease that causes inflammation of the brain in humans and other mammals, usually transmitted through animal bites.

Example

The dog was vaccinated against rabies.

犬は狂犬病のワクチンを接種しました。

A1 verb /riːd/

read

読む

Meaning

to look at written words and understand their meaning

Example

I read books before going to bed.

私は寝る前に本を読みます。

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。

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。

C2 adjective /ˈrɪz.ə.bəl/

risible

滑稽な

Meaning

so absurd or ridiculous that it deserves to be laughed at

Example

The idea of flying pigs is completely risible.

飛ぶ豚のアイデアは完全に滑稽です。

C2 verb /ˌriː.kəˈnɔɪ.tər/

reconnoiter

偵察する

Meaning

to make a preliminary inspection or survey, especially of an area for military or strategic purposes

Example

The soldiers reconnoitered the area before advancing.

兵士たちは進軍する前にその地域を偵察しました。

C1 noun /rɪˈsaɪtl/

recital

リサイタル

Meaning

A performance of music, dance, or poetry, usually by a soloist.

Example

She gave a piano recital at the concert hall.

彼女はコンサートホールでピアノのリサイタルを行いました。

B2 noun /rɪˈsɪp.i.ənt/

Recipient

受取人

Meaning

a person who receives something

Example

She was the recipient of the prestigious award.

彼女はその名誉ある賞の受取人でした。

B2 adjective /ˈrɑː.ki/

Rocky

岩だらけの; 不安定な; 難しい

Meaning

full of rocks; unsteady; difficult

Example

The rocky path made hiking difficult for the tourists.

岩だらけの道は観光客のハイキングを難しくしました。

C2 noun /roʊˈtʌn.də.ti/

rotundity

円形

Meaning

the quality of being round or plump

Example

The rotundity of the balloon made it float gracefully.

風船の円形がそれを優雅に浮かせた。

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。

B2 adjective /ˈrɪski/

risky

Meaning

Involving the possibility of danger, harm, or loss

Example

Investing in that startup is risky but could bring high rewards.

B2 verb /ˌriːkriˈeɪt/

recreate

再創造する

Meaning

to create or produce something again, especially a new version of something lost or destroyed

Example

The team recreated the lost dataset from backups.

チームはバックアップから失われたデータセットを再作成しました。

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。

C2 adjective /ˈruːmi/

rheumy

涙目

Meaning

Watery, especially referring to the eyes.

Example

His rheumy eyes showed signs of age and fatigue.

彼の涙目は年齢と疲れの兆しを示していた。

C1 verb /ˌriːˈvæmp/

revamp

改装

Meaning

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

Example

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

その企業は、モダンな外観のためにウェブサイトをリヴァンプすることを決定しました。

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.

B2 noun, verb /rɪər/

rear

後ろ / 育てる

Meaning

the back part of something; to bring up or raise children or animals

Example

The mother cat reared her kittens in a quiet corner.

母猫は静かな隅で子猫たちを育てました。

C2 adjective /roʊˈtʌnd/

rotund

丸い

Meaning

round or plump in shape; full in sound

Example

The rotund cat struggled to climb the fence.

丸い猫はフェンスを登るのに苦労していた。

C2 verb /ˌriː.kəˈpɪtʃ.ə.leɪt/

recapitulate

要約する

Meaning

To summarize and state again the main points of something.

Example

The teacher asked the student to recapitulate the lesson.

教師は生徒にレッスンを要約するように頼みました。

B2 adverb /ˈraɪtli/

Rightly

正しく; 適切に; 公正に

Meaning

correctly; properly; justly

Example

She rightly pointed out the mistakes in the report.

彼女は報告書の誤りを正しく指摘した。

C1 adjective /ˈræmpənt/

rampant

蔓延する

Meaning

existing or spreading unchecked, often in an undesirable way

Example

Corruption was rampant in the city administration.

腐敗は市の行政で蔓延していた。

B2 noun ˌriːkənˈstrʌkʃn

reconstruction

再建

Meaning

The action or process of reconstructing or being reconstructed.

Example

The reconstruction project took years.

再建プロジェクトは数年かかりました。

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。

B2 noun /rɪˈdʒɛkʃən/

rejection

拒絶

Meaning

the action of refusing or dismissing something or someone

Example

Her rejection of the offer surprised everyone.

彼女の提案の拒絶は皆を驚かせた。

B2 noun /rʌʃ/

Rush

急ぎ; ラッシュ

Meaning

a sudden quick movement toward something; a period of great activity or demand; hurry

Example

There was a rush to buy tickets for the concert.

コンサートのチケットを買うために急いでいました。

A2 noun /ˈruːlər/

ruler

支配者; 定規

Meaning

A person who governs or controls a country; a straight-edged tool used for measuring or drawing lines

Example

The ruler drew a straight line on the paper while the king was a powerful ruler of his kingdom.

ルーラーは紙にまっすぐな線を引き、王は自分の王国の強力な支配者でした。

C1 adverb /rɪˈspek.tə.bli/

Respectably

敬意を表して; きちんと;

Meaning

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

Example

She was dressed respectably for the interview.

彼女は面接のためにきちんとした服装をしていた。

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.

C1 adjective /rɪˈper.ə.bəl/

Repairable

修理可能

Meaning

able to be fixed or mended; capable of being repaired

Example

The broken phone is repairable with the right parts.

壊れた電話は正しい部品で修理可能です。

C1 verb /ˈrɪvɪt/

rivet

リベットで固定する / 注意を引く

Meaning

to fasten or secure with a rivet; to hold someone’s attention firmly

Example

The craftsman riveted the metal plates together.

職人は金属の板をリヴェットで留めました。

B2 noun /ˈrʊki/

rookie

初心者

Meaning

a person who is new to an activity or organization; a beginner

Example

The rookie policeman made a few mistakes on his first day.

新米警官は初日にいくつかのミスを犯しました。

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 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.

C2 adjective /rɪˈdaʊ.tə.bəl/

redoubtable

恐ろしい/尊敬すべき

Meaning

formidable, especially as an opponent; inspiring fear or respect

Example

She was a redoubtable leader who commanded respect from all.

彼女は全員から尊敬を集める恐ろしいリーダーだった。

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。

B1 noun /ˌrek.ə.menˈdeɪ.ʃən/

Recommendation

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 /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.

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 noun /ˈrɛlɪkwɛri/

reliquary

聖遺物を保管する容器

Meaning

a container for holy relics

Example

The ancient reliquary was decorated with gold and precious stones.

古代のレリクエアリは金と貴重な石で飾られていました。

C2 noun /rɪˌdʒuːvəˈnɛsəns/

rejuvenescence

再生

Meaning

the action or process of becoming young or fresh again

Example

The forest showed signs of rejuvenescence after the rains.

雨の後、森は再生の兆しを見せました。

C2 verb /ˈræŋ.kəl/

rankle

イライラさせる

Meaning

To cause continuing annoyance or resentment.

Example

His unfair criticism continued to rankle her for days.

彼の不公平な批判は何日も彼女をイライラさせ続けた。

B2 adjective /ˈreɪsɪst/

racist

人種差別主義者

Meaning

showing or feeling discrimination or prejudice against people of other races

Example

He was accused of making racist comments.

彼は人種差別的なコメントをしたとして非難された。

A2 noun /rɪˈlɪdʒ.ən/

religion

宗教

Meaning

a system of faith and worship involving belief in a higher power

Example

Freedom of religion is a fundamental human right.

宗教の自由は基本的人権です。

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。

B2 verb /reɪn/

reign

統治する

Meaning

to rule as a king or queen; to be dominant

Example

The queen reigned for over sixty years.

女王は60年以上統治していました。

A2 noun /ˈriː.zənz/

reasons

理由

Meaning

Causes, explanations, or justifications for an action or event.

Example

Reasons for pollution need addressing urgently.

汚染の理由は緊急に対処する必要があります。

B2 noun /ræɡ/

Rag

古い布; 掃除に使われる擦り切れた衣類

Meaning

a piece of old cloth used for cleaning; worn-out clothing

Example

She used an old rag to clean the dusty table.

彼女は古い布を使って、ほこりだらけのテーブルを掃除しました。

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。

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。

A2 adverb /ˈriː.sənt.li/

Recently

rendition

演奏

Meaning

a performance or interpretation of a piece of art, music, or text

Example

The singer gave a moving rendition of the classic song.

歌手はクラシックな歌の感動的な演奏を行いました。

C1 noun /ˈrɛɡjəleɪtər/

regulator

調整装置

Meaning

a person or device that controls or maintains the operation of a system

Example

The government appointed a new regulator for the financial sector.

政府は金融セクターの新しい規制機関を任命した。

C1 adjective /rɪˈsɛsɪv/

recessive

潜性

Meaning

In genetics, relating to a trait that is expressed only when two copies of the gene are present.

Example

Blue eye color is often a recessive trait.

青い目の色はしばしばリセシブな特徴です。

B1 noun /ˈrʌbɪʃ/

Rubbish

ゴミ; 無駄な物; ナンセンス

Meaning

waste material; refuse or litter; nonsense or worthless things

Example

Please throw the rubbish in the bin.

ゴミをゴミ箱に捨ててください。

C2 noun /ˌrɛtəˈrɪʃən/

rhetorician

雄弁家

Meaning

A person who is skilled in the art of rhetoric or persuasive speaking/writing.

Example

The rhetorician captivated the audience with his eloquence.

雄弁家はその雄弁さで聴衆を魅了しました。

B1 noun /rɪˈfjuːz/

Refuse

ゴミ; 拒否

Meaning

waste material; garbage; to decline or reject something

Example

Please put the refuse in the designated bins.

指定されたゴミ箱にゴミを入れてください。

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。

A1 noun /reɪn/

Rain

雨

Meaning

water that falls from clouds in small drops

Example

The heavy rain forced us to stay indoors.

強い雨が私たちを屋内に閉じ込めました。

C2 noun /rɪˈkɒɡnɪzəns/

recognizance

法的義務

Meaning

A legal obligation or bond entered into before a court, especially to ensure future appearance.

Example

He was released on his own recognizance.

彼は自分の法的義務で釈放されました。

A2 preposition /riː/

re

について

Meaning

concerning or about (used in formal letters or emails)

Example

The letter was sent re your recent application.

その手紙はあなたの最近の申請について送られました。

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 adjective /rɪˈzɪdjuəl/

residual

残余

Meaning

Remaining after the greater part has gone.

Example

The patient experienced residual pain after the surgery.

患者は手術後に残余の痛みを感じました。

A2 noun /roʊz/

Rose

バラ

Meaning

a fragrant flower with thorny stems, typically red, pink, white, or yellow

Example

She gave me a beautiful red rose for Valentine's Day.

彼女はバレンタインデーに私に美しい赤いバラをくれました。

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 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。

C2 noun /ruːd/

rood

十字架

Meaning

a crucifix, especially one positioned above the entrance to the chancel of a church

Example

The old church displayed a carved rood above the altar.

古い教会は祭壇の上に彫られた十字架を展示していました。

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 rɪˈpel

repel

反発する

Meaning

To push away or force apart due to similar charges or properties.

Example

Protons repel each other.

陽子はお互いに反発し合う。

C2 adjective /ˈreɪ.moʊs/

ramose

分岐した

Meaning

having many branches.

Example

The ramose tree shaded the entire garden.

その分岐した木は庭全体に日陰を提供しました。

B2 noun /ˈruːdnəs/

Rudeness

無礼

Meaning

the quality of being impolite, discourteous, or offensive in behavior or speech

Example

His rudeness shocked everyone at the dinner party.

彼の無礼さはディナーパーティーで皆を驚かせました。

C2 verb /rɔɪl/

roil

かき乱す

Meaning

to make a liquid muddy or disturbed; to cause agitation or disorder

Example

The constant protests roiled the city streets.

絶え間ない抗議が街の通りをかき乱した。

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。

C2 adjective /ˈræfɪʃ/

raffish

型破りで少し評判が悪いが魅力的

Meaning

unconventional and slightly disreputable but attractive

Example

He had a raffish charm that made him popular in the city.

彼は街で人気がある理由は、レイフィッシュな魅力があったからだ。

C1 noun /ræmˈbuːtən/

Rambutan

ランブータン

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.

ランブータンは毛皮のような皮で怖そうに見えますが、中はとても甘いです。

C1 verb /ˌriː.ɪˈstæblɪʃ/

reestablish

再建する

Meaning

to set up or restore something again after it has been disrupted

Example

The government worked hard to reestablish peace in the region.

政府は地域の平和を再建するために懸命に働きました。

C2 adjective /rɪˈmjuːnərətɪv/

remunerative

利益がある

Meaning

Financially rewarding or profitable.

Example

He chose a remunerative career in medicine.

彼は医学の中で利益のあるキャリアを選びました。

A2 verb /rɪˈmuːv/

remove

削除する

Meaning

to take something away; to eliminate or delete

Example

Please remove your shoes before entering the house.

家に入る前に靴を脱いでください。

C1 adjective /ˈrez.ə.luːt/

Resolute

決意の; 断固たる; 揺るがない

Meaning

determined; having a firm decision; unwavering

Example

She remained resolute in her decision to pursue her dreams.

彼女は夢を追い求める決意を固く持ち続けました。