B2 noun /ˈrep.taɪl/

Reptile

爬虫類

Meaning

a cold-blooded animal with scaly skin that lays eggs on land

Example

The lizard is a common reptile found in gardens.

トカゲは庭で見られる一般的な爬虫類です。

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 noun /rɪb/

Rib

あばら骨

Meaning

one of the curved bones that protect the chest and lungs

Example

He broke his rib in the accident.

彼は事故であばら骨を折った。

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.

C1 verb /rɪˈbʌt/

rebut

反論する

Meaning

to argue against or prove wrong; to refute

Example

The lawyer rebutted the false accusations with strong evidence.

弁護士は強力な証拠で虚偽の告発を反論しました。

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。

B2 adjective /ˈrʌn daʊn/

run-down

荒れ果てた

Meaning

in a poor condition; worn out or neglected

Example

They live in a run-down house at the edge of town.

彼らは町の端にある荒れ果てた家に住んでいます。

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 /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。

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 adjective /ˈrɔːkəs/

raucous

騒々しい, うるさい

Meaning

loud, harsh, and unpleasant sound or behavior

Example

The crowd became raucous after the team scored.

チームがゴールを決めると、群衆は騒がしくなった。

C2 verb /rɛtʃ/

retch

幸せ

Meaning

to make the sound and movement of vomiting without bringing anything up

Example

The smell of spoiled food made him retch violently.

賞を受け取った時、彼女は喜びを隠すことができませんでした。

C1 adjective /rɪˈdʒɛn.ə.rə.tɪv/

regenerative

再生的な

Meaning

Able to restore or renew damaged environments, soil, or resources.

Example

Regenerative farming improves soil health and biodiversity.

再生農業は土壌の健康と生物多様性を改善します。

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。

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。

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。

B1 verb /rɪˈleɪt/

relate

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 /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。

B1 verb /rɪˈfɜː/

refer

参照する

Meaning

to mention or allude to something; to direct someone to a source of information

Example

Please refer to page 45 for more details.

詳細については、ページ45をご参照ください。

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 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。

C2 verb /ˈrævəl/

ravel

絡まる / 解く

Meaning

to tangle or complicate; to untangle or unravel depending on context

Example

She began to ravel the loose threads of the sweater.

彼女はセーターのゆるい糸をほどき始めました。

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 /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。

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。

B1 noun /ˈrɛntəl/

rental

レンタル

Meaning

an arrangement in which something is rented, or the amount paid for renting

Example

The car rental was more expensive than we expected.

レンタカーは予想より高かった。

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 adjective /rɪˈlækst/

relaxed

リラックスした

Meaning

free from tension or stress; calm and comfortable

Example

She felt relaxed after listening to soft music.

柔らかい音楽を聞いて、彼女はリラックスした。

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。

B1 noun /ˈrɛzɪdəns/

residence

レジデンス

Meaning

a place where someone lives; a home or dwelling

Example

He recently moved to a new residence near the city center.

彼は最近、市内中心部近くの新しいレジデンスに引っ越しました。

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 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。

C2 noun /ˈræbəl/

Rabble

群衆

Meaning

a disorderly crowd; the common people regarded as socially inferior

Example

The politician dismissed the protesters as mere rabble.

政治家は抗議者を単なる群衆として退けた。

B2 noun /'ræd.ɪʃ/

Radish

ラディッシュ

Meaning

a small pungent edible root vegetable with white or red skin

Example

The farmer harvested fresh radishes from the garden.

農家は庭から新鮮なラディッシュを収穫しました。

B1 adjective /rɪˈmoʊt/

remote

遠隔

Meaning

Situated far from the main centers of population; distant.

Example

They stayed in a remote village during their trip.

彼らは旅行中に遠隔の村に泊まりました。

C1 noun /ˌrev.əˈluː.ʃən.ər.i ˈbreɪk.θruː/

revolutionary breakthrough

革命的な発見

Meaning

A sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development that changes everything.

Example

Robotic surgery is a revolutionary breakthrough in healthcare.

ロボット手術は医療分野での革命的な発見です。

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。

C1 noun /ˌriː.pəˈkʌʃ.ən/

repercussion

影響

Meaning

An unintended consequence occurring some time after an event or action.

Example

The economic crisis had severe repercussions on global trade.

経済危機は世界貿易に深刻な影響を与えました。

B2 verb /reɪd/

raid

踏み込む

Meaning

to attack suddenly; to search and seize

Example

Police raid the illegal gambling house.

警察は違法なギャンブルの家に踏み込む。

B2 noun /ræk/

Rack

ラック

Meaning

a framework or structure for holding or storing things

Example

She hung her coat on the rack by the door.

彼女はドアの横のラックにコートを掛けた。

C1 noun /rʌk/

Ruck

押し合い; 混雑した人々

Meaning

a situation where a crowd of people are pushing against each other; a disorderly crowd

Example

There was a ruck at the football match.

サッカーの試合で押し合いがありました。

A2 verb /rɪˈplaɪ/

reply

返事する

Meaning

to give an answer; to respond

Example

She replies to emails quickly.

彼女はすぐにメールに返信します。

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 /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。

B1 adjective /rɪˈdɪk.jə.ləs/

Ridiculous

馬鹿げた; ばかばかしい; 不合理な

Meaning

extremely silly or unreasonable; deserving or causing laughter

Example

The idea of building a house without tools is ridiculous.

道具なしで家を建てるアイデアは馬鹿げている。

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。

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 noun /ˈriːbeɪt/

rebate

リベート/払い戻し

Meaning

a partial refund given to someone who has paid too much money for something

Example

The store offered a rebate on bulk purchases.

その店は大量購入に対してリベートを提供しました。

C1 noun /ˈroʊdənt/

rodent

齧歯類

Meaning

a small mammal such as a mouse, rat, or squirrel, characterized by constantly growing incisors

Example

The farmer set traps to catch the rodents in his barn.

農場主は納屋の中でロデントを捕まえるために罠を設置しました。

C2 noun /raɪm/

rime

霜

Meaning

frost formed on cold surfaces by freezing water vapor

Example

The trees were covered with a white rime after the cold night.

木々は冷たい夜の後、白い霜で覆われていました。

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。

C1 verb /ˈrʌf.l̩/

ruffle

Meaning

to disturb the smoothness of something; to annoy or upset someone

Example

The wind ruffled her hair.

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。

C1 verb /ˌriːɪnˈtɪɡreɪt/

reintegrate

再統合する

Meaning

To bring someone or something back into a group or society after being separated.

Example

The program helps prisoners reintegrate into society.

そのプログラムは囚人が社会に再統合するのを助けます。

B1 noun /roʊp/

rope

ロープ

Meaning

a strong, thick cord made of twisted fibers or strands

Example

The climbers used a rope to scale the mountain.

登山者は山を登るためにロープを使いました。

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。

C2 noun /ˈruː.mɪ.nənt/

ruminant

反芻動物

Meaning

a cud-chewing mammal, such as a cow or sheep

Example

Cows are ruminants that chew cud.

牛は反芻動物で、食べ物を再度咀嚼します。

B2 verb /ˌriːprəˈdjuːs/

reproduce

再生する, 繁殖する

Meaning

To make a copy of something; to generate offspring.

Example

Many animals reproduce rapidly in favorable conditions.

多くの動物は好ましい条件下で急速に繁殖します。

C2 noun /ˈrɛd.ə.ləns/

redolence

香り

Meaning

a pleasant smell or the quality of suggesting something strongly

Example

The redolence of jasmine filled the evening air.

ジャスミンの香りが夕方の空気を満たした。

C2 adjective /ˈrævənɪŋ/

ravening

非常に空腹で貪欲

Meaning

Extremely hungry and greedy; voracious.

Example

The ravening wolves circled the camp.

空腹の狼たちはキャンプを囲んだ。

B1 verb /rɪˈtaɪə/

retire

引退する

Meaning

to stop working after reaching a certain age or having completed a career

Example

She decided to retire after working for 40 years.

彼女は40年間働いた後、引退することに決めました。

C2 noun /ˈrɪɡməˌroʊl/

rigmarole

面倒なこと

Meaning

a long, complicated, and confusing process or story

Example

Getting a visa was such a rigmarole of paperwork and interviews.

ビザを取得するのは、書類とインタビューの面倒なことだった。

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。

B2 noun /ˈrækɪt/

racket

ラケット / 騒音

Meaning

A piece of equipment used to hit the ball in sports like tennis or badminton; also a loud noise or an illegal scheme.

Example

He bought a new tennis racket for the match.

彼は試合のために新しいテニスラケットを買った。

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。

C1 noun /rɪˈflɛktər/

reflector

反射器

Meaning

A surface or device that reflects light, heat, or sound, often used to direct beams or improve visibility.

Example

The cyclist attached a red reflector to the back of his bike for safety.

自転車のライダーは安全のために自分の自転車の後ろに赤い反射器を取り付けました。

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。

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。

A2 verb /rɪˈlæks/

relax

リラックスする

Meaning

to make or become less tense or anxious; to rest

Example

After a long day, she likes to relax with a good book.

長い一日の後で、彼女は良い本を持ってリラックスするのが好きです。

B1 verb /rɪˈvjuː/

review

レビュー

Meaning

to examine or assess something again; to write a critical evaluation

Example

I need to review my notes before the exam.

試験前にノートをレビューする必要があります。

B1 adjective /rɪˈpiː.tɪd/

Repeated

繰り返しの; 多くの回発生する

Meaning

done again; happening again; occurring multiple times

Example

He made repeated attempts to contact her.

彼は何度も彼女に連絡を試みました。

A2 adverb /ˈrɛə(r)li/

rarely

めったに

Meaning

not often, infrequently

Example

She rarely eats sweets because of her diet.

彼女はダイエットのため、お菓子をめったに食べません。

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。

C2 adjective /ˈræŋ.kər.əs/

rancorous

恨みを持った

Meaning

Characterized by bitterness or resentment.

Example

Their rancorous debate lasted for hours.

彼らの恨みを持った議論は何時間も続いた。

C2 adjective /roʊn/

roan

ロアン馬

Meaning

denoting an animal, especially a horse, having a coat of mixed colors, typically reddish-brown and white

Example

The rider mounted a roan horse with a speckled coat.

騎手は斑点のあるコートを持ったロアン馬に乗った。

A2 noun /ruːl/

rule

規則

Meaning

an accepted principle or instruction that states what is allowed or what must be done.

Example

There are strict rules about safety in the lab.

実験室には安全に関する厳しい規則があります。

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。

B1 adjective /ˈrɔɪ.əl/

Royal

ロイヤル

Meaning

belonging to or connected with the monarch or monarchy; magnificent; excellent

Example

The royal family attended the ceremony.

ロイヤルファミリーが式典に出席しました。

C1 noun /rɛnˈdɪʃən/

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。

B2 adjective /ˈræʃ.ən.əl/

Rational

合理的な; 論理的な; 理にかなった

Meaning

based on reason and logic; sensible and practical

Example

She made a rational decision based on the available facts.

彼女は利用可能な事実に基づいて合理的な決定を下しました。

B2 noun, verb /ræmp/

ramp

ランプ

Meaning

a sloping surface joining two different levels; as a verb, to increase or rise sharply

Example

The car drove up the ramp into the parking garage.

車は駐車場のランプを上がった。

C2 noun /rɪˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃən/

renunciation

放棄

Meaning

the formal rejection or giving up of something, usually a belief, claim, or way of life

Example

His renunciation of worldly pleasures impressed the monks.

彼の世俗的な楽しみへの放棄は僧侶たちに感銘を与えました。

C1 noun /rɔ ˈtɜrmərɪk/

Raw Turmeric

生のターメリック

Meaning

fresh unprocessed root of the turmeric plant used as a spice and medicine

Example

Grate raw turmeric into the curry for authentic flavor.

カレーに生のターメリックをすりおろして、オーセンティックな風味を加えましょう。

B2 verb /rɪˈtriːt/

retreat

撤退する

Meaning

to move back or withdraw from a position or situation

Example

The soldiers had to retreat after losing the battle.

兵士たちは戦いに負けた後、撤退しなければならなかった。

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。

C2 noun /rɪˈvaɪ.zəl/

revisal

改訂

Meaning

The act of revising, reviewing, or making changes to something.

Example

The revisal of the contract took longer than expected.

契約の改訂には予想以上の時間がかかりました。

B2 noun rɪsk ˈfæktər

risk factor

リスク要因

Meaning

Something that increases the likelihood of developing a disease or condition

Example

Water pollution is a significant risk factor for health.

水質汚染は健康にとって重要なリスク要因です。

B2 noun, verb /rɪˈzɔːrt/

resort

リゾート / 最後の手段

Meaning

A place for rest or recreation; to turn to something for help or solution.

Example

They stayed at a beach resort during their vacation.

彼らは休暇中にビーチリゾートに滞在しました。

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。

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。

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。

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。

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。

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。

B2 noun ˌrɛzɪɡˈneɪʃən

resignation

辞任

Meaning

The acceptance of something undesirable but inevitable; giving up.

Example

Her resignation from the position was unexpected.

彼女の職からの辞任は予想外だった。

A1 noun /roʊd/

road

道路

Meaning

a wide way leading from one place to another

Example

We drove along the road to the village.

私たちは村に向かってその道路を運転していました。

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。

A2 noun ˈrɛlətɪvz

Relatives

親戚

Meaning

A person connected by blood or marriage; a kinsman or kinswoman.

Example

Relatives can help you build a complete family tree.

親戚はあなたが完全な家系図を作る手助けをしてくれるかもしれません。

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 noun /rɪˈmɔːrs/

Remorse

後悔

Meaning

deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed; bitter regret for something done

Example

He felt deep remorse for his actions.

彼は自分の行動に対して深い後悔を感じていた。

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。

A2 noun /rɪˈzʌlt/

result

結果

Meaning

a consequence, effect, or outcome of something

Example

The result of the test was excellent.

テストの結果は素晴らしかった。

C1 noun /ˌriːhəˌbɪlɪˈteɪʃən/

rehabilitation

幸福

Meaning

the process of restoring someone or something to health or normal life through training or therapy

Example

After the accident, he went through months of rehabilitation to walk again.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸福を隠せなかった。

C1 adjective /ˈrɛtroʊˌɡreɪd/

retrograde

後退的

Meaning

moving backward or returning to a worse condition

Example

The policy was seen as a retrograde step for human rights.

その政策は人権に対する後退的な一歩と見なされた。

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。

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。

B2 verb /ˈrendər/

render

提供する

Meaning

to provide or give; to make or cause to become

Example

The artist renders the scene beautifully.

アーティストはシーンを美しく表現します。

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。

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。

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 /ˈræn.sæk/

ransack

略奪する

Meaning

to search a place roughly and steal or damage things

Example

Burglars ransacked the house while the family was away.

泥棒たちは家族が留守の間に家を荒らした。

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。

C2 verb /ˈreə.rɪ.faɪ/

rarefy

薄くする, 精製する

Meaning

To make something less dense or more refined.

Example

The air rarefies as you climb higher into the mountains.

山に登るにつれて、空気は薄くなります。

B2 noun /rɪˈhɜːr.səl/

Rehearsal

リハーサル; 公演の練習

Meaning

a practice performance of a play, concert, or other work for later public performance

Example

The final rehearsal before opening night went perfectly.

開幕前の最後のリハーサルは完璧でした。

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 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。

B2 adjective /rɪˈstrɪk.tɪd/

Restricted

制限された; 制御された; 制限付き

Meaning

limited or controlled; subject to restrictions

Example

Access to this area is restricted to authorized personnel only.

このエリアへのアクセスは、認可されたスタッフのみが制限されています。

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。

B1 noun rɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪlɪti

responsibility

責任

Meaning

The state or fact of having a duty to deal with something or of having control over someone.

Example

Taking responsibility for one's actions is a sign of maturity.

自分の行動に責任を持つことは、成熟の証です。

B2 noun /rɪˈmeɪnz/

remains

遺物

Meaning

the parts, pieces, or substances that are left after the rest has been used or removed

Example

The remains of the meal were left on the table.

食事の残り物はテーブルに残されていた。