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C1 adjective /rɪˈtaɪərɪŋ/

retiring

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

rabid

狂信的
Meaning
Having extreme or fanatical support for something; relating to or suffering from rabies.
Example
He was a rabid fan of the football team.
彼はサッカーチームの狂信的なファンだった。
C1 noun ˈrez.ɪ.djuː

residue

残留物
Meaning
A small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been removed.
Example
Soap residue affects appliance efficiency.
石鹸の残りが機器の効率に影響を与えます。
C1 noun /ˈrɪpəl/

Ripple

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

redundant

冗長な
Meaning
Not or no longer needed or useful; superfluous.
Example
The report contained redundant information.
その報告書には冗長な情報が含まれていました。
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 /rɪˈspɒnsɪvnəs/

responsiveness

反応性
Meaning
The quality of reacting quickly and positively
Example
The manager appreciated her responsiveness to customer feedback.
マネージャーは彼女の顧客からのフィードバックに対する反応性を評価しました。
C1 noun /ˌrek.ənˌsɪl.iˈeɪ.ʃən/

reconciliation

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

Ragged

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

repatriate

帰還させる
Meaning
To return someone to their own country, often after war or imprisonment.
Example
The government worked to repatriate the refugees safely.
政府は難民を安全に帰国させるために尽力しました。
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。
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。
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。
C1 adjective /rɪˈtɜː.nə.bəl/

Returnable

返品可能
Meaning
able to be returned or given back
Example
The bottle is returnable for a deposit refund.
ボトルはデポジット返金のために返品可能です。
C1 verb /ˈreɪdieɪt/

radiate

放射する
Meaning
to emit energy or light; to spread out from a center
Example
The fireplace radiates warmth throughout the room.
暖炉は部屋全体に暖かさを放射します。
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 noun /ˈrʌp.tʃər/

Rupture

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

remit

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

Ruby

ルビー
Meaning
a precious red gemstone; a deep red variety of corundum
Example
The ruby ring was her most treasured possession.
そのルビーの指輪は彼女にとって最も大切な宝物でした。
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。
C1 adjective, noun /rɪˈsiːvəbl/

receivable

回収可能
Meaning
Money that is owed to a company and is expected to be paid.
Example
The company's receivables increased significantly this quarter.
会社の売掛金は今四半期に大幅に増加しました。
C1 noun /ˌriː.əˈdʒʌst.mənt/

readjustment

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

ridicule

嘲笑する
Meaning
To make fun of someone or something in a cruel or dismissive way.
Example
He was ridiculed for his strange ideas.
彼は奇妙な考えのために嘲笑されました。
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。
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 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 /rɪˈfɜːrər/

referrer

紹介者
Meaning
a person who directs someone to another person or service
Example
The referrer earned a bonus for recommending a new client.
紹介者は新しい顧客を推薦したことでボーナスを得ました。
C1 noun /ˈræp.tʃər/

rapture

狂喜, 恍惚
Meaning
A feeling of intense joy, delight, or ecstasy.
Example
She listened to the music in rapture.
彼女は音楽に没頭して、狂喜していました。
C1 noun /rɪˈpraɪ.zəl/

Reprisal

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

Reek

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

robotic surgery

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

repeal

Meaning
To officially cancel or revoke a law or decision.
Example
The government decided to repeal the outdated law.
C1 noun, adjective /ˈrɛvərənd/

reverend

牧師, 尊敬される
Meaning
A title of respect used for members of the clergy; deserving deep respect.
Example
The Reverend gave an inspiring sermon at the church.
レヴァレンドは教会で感動的な説教をしました。
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 verb /rɪˈtɑːrd/

retard

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

rueful

後悔した
Meaning
Expressing sorrow, regret, or pity.
Example
He gave a rueful smile after losing the match.
試合に負けた後、彼は後悔の笑顔を見せた。
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。
C1 noun ˌriːˈstrʌk.tʃər.ɪŋ

restructuring

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

renegade

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

Ruffian

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

Repugnant

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

residues

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

Rusk

乾燥ビスケット; トーストパン
Meaning
a hard, dry biscuit or twice-baked bread; a type of crisp, sweet biscuit
Example
The baby enjoyed eating the soft rusk with milk.
赤ちゃんはミルクと一緒に柔らかいラスクを食べるのが好きでした。
C1 noun /rɪˈtriː.vəl/

retrieval

回復
Meaning
The process of getting something back, especially from storage or memory.
Example
The brain's retrieval system helps recall past experiences.
脳のリトリーバルシステムは過去の経験を思い出すのに役立ちます。
C1 noun /rɪˈpen.təns/

Repentance

悔い改め
Meaning
the action of repenting; sincere regret or remorse
Example
His genuine repentance moved everyone in the courtroom.
彼の真摯な悔い改めは、法廷のすべての人々を感動させました。
C1 adjective /rɪˈmoʊtɪd/

remoted

リモートされた
Meaning
placed at a distance; made remote
Example
The system was remoted to a secure location.
システムは安全な場所にリモートされました。
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。
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。
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。
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 /ˌriːˈvaɪ.t̬əl.aɪz/

revitalize

再活性化する
Meaning
To restore energy and effectiveness to something.
Example
The new policies aim to revitalize the economy.
新しい政策は経済を再活性化することを目的としています。
C1 noun /ˈrɛl.ɪk/

relic

遺物
Meaning
an object surviving from an earlier time, often of historical or religious interest
Example
The museum displayed relics from the ancient civilization.
博物館には古代文明の遺物が展示されていました。
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。
C1 adjective rɪˈsɛʃ.ən.er.i

recessionary

不況に関する
Meaning
Relating to or characterized by economic recession.
Example
Governments introduce policies to counter recessionary effects.
政府は景気後退の影響に対処するために政策を導入しています。
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 /ˈrʌbəl/

rubble

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

Replica

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

repute

評判
Meaning
the opinion generally held of someone or something; reputation
Example
He is a scholar of great repute in his field.
彼はその分野で大変な評判を持つ学者です。
C1 noun rɪˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃən

regeneration

再生
Meaning
Renewal, growth and development of cells, tissues or energy
Example
Proper rest allows muscle regeneration after exercise.
適切な休息は、運動後の筋肉の再生を促進します。
C1 noun /rəˈviːn/

ravine

渓谷
Meaning
A deep, narrow valley with steep sides.
Example
The river carved a deep ravine through the mountains.
川は山々を通って深い渓谷を作り出した。
C1 verb /ˌriːˈkæst/

recast

再キャスティング
Meaning
To present or change something in a different form or style.
Example
The director decided to recast the role with a younger actor.
監督は役を若い俳優でリキャストすることに決めました。
C1 noun /ˈrɒndɪvuː/

rendezvous

会合
Meaning
a meeting or appointment at an agreed time and place
Example
They arranged a secret rendezvous at the café.
彼らはカフェで秘密の会合を手配しました。
C1 noun /ˈrɪɡər/

rigor

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

ravage

荒廃させる
Meaning
to cause severe and extensive damage or destruction
Example
The hurricane ravaged the coastal villages.
ハリケーンは沿岸の村を荒廃させた。
C1 noun /rɪˈkɒnɪsəns/

reconnaissance

偵察
Meaning
A survey or exploration, especially for military or strategic purposes.
Example
The soldiers conducted a reconnaissance of the enemy camp.
兵士たちは敵のキャンプの偵察を行った。
C1 verb /ræsp/

rasp

Meaning
to speak in a rough, harsh voice or to scrape with a coarse sound
Example
He rasped out a warning before collapsing.
C1 noun /ˈrəʊ.bɒt əˈsɪs.tɪd prəˈsiː.dʒərz/

robot-assisted procedures

ロボット支援手術
Meaning
Medical operations performed with the help of robotic systems to enhance precision and control.
Example
Robot-assisted procedures reduce human error.
ロボット支援手術は人為的な誤りを減らします。
C1 noun /ˈredʒ.ɪ.mən/

regimen

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

retainer

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

requisition

要求
Meaning
An official order laying claim to the use of property or materials; a formal demand or request.
Example
The manager submitted a requisition for new office supplies.
マネージャーは新しいオフィス用品のためのレクイジションを提出しました。
C1 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 noun /rɪˈpɛərə/

repairer

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

rotary

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

retaliatory

報復的
Meaning
Taking action in response to another's action, characterized as punitive, revengeful, or counteractive.
Example
The country imposed retaliatory tariffs in response to trade sanctions.
その国は貿易制裁に対して報復的な関税を課しました。
C1 noun /ˌrɛs.ɪˈprɒs.ɪ.ti/

reciprocity

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

receptivity

受容性
Meaning
The ability or willingness to receive something, especially signals or stimuli.
Example
Her receptivity to new ideas helped improve the project.
新しいアイデアへの受容性がプロジェクトの改善に役立った。
C1 noun /ˈrɛtrəsˌpɛkt/

retrospect

回顧
Meaning
the act of looking back on or reviewing past events
Example
In retrospect, the decision seemed unwise.
回顧すると、その決定は賢明ではなかったように思えた。
C1 noun ˈremnənts

remnants

遺物
Meaning
A small remaining quantity of something; a surviving trace.
Example
The remnants of the wall are still visible.
壁の遺物はまだ見える。
C1 verb /rɪˈsɜːrdʒ/

resurge

再興
Meaning
To rise, increase, or become active again after a decline.
Example
Interest in traditional crafts has begun to resurge.
伝統工芸に対する関心が再び高まり始めています。
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 noun /ˈrʌmpəs/

Rumpus

騒動; 混乱; 騒音
Meaning
a noisy disturbance; an uproar or commotion
Example
The children caused quite a rumpus in the playground.
子供たちは遊び場でかなりの騒動を引き起こしました。
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 verb /riˈɪtəreɪt/

reiterate

繰り返す
Meaning
To say something again or repeatedly for emphasis or clarity.
Example
The teacher reiterated the importance of honesty.
教師は正直さの重要性を繰り返し述べました。
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 /ˈriːɡəl/

regal

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

rife

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

righteousness

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

reminiscent

思い出させる
Meaning
Tending to remind one of something; suggestive of something in the past.
Example
The smell of rain is reminiscent of my childhood in the village.
雨の匂いは私の村での子供時代を思い出させる。
C1 verb /ˈrʌf.l̩/

ruffle

Meaning
to disturb the smoothness of something; to annoy or upset someone
Example
The wind ruffled her hair.
C1 noun /ˈrɛpərˌtɔːri/

repertory

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

retrace

Meaning
to go back over a path or route; to recall and repeat steps taken earlier
Example
She retraced her steps to find her lost keys.
C1 noun ˌræʃ.ən.əl.ɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

rationalization

合理化
Meaning
The practice of finding reasons for behavior or actions that are not the real reasons.
Example
His rationalization of the mistake was not convincing.
彼の間違いの合理化は説得力がなかった。
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。
C1 noun ˈrəʊvə

rover

ローバー
Meaning
A vehicle for driving over rough terrain, especially one driven by remote control over extraterrestrial terrain.
Example
The rover landed on Mars to begin its exploration.
ローバーは火星に着陸し、探査を開始しました。
C1 noun /ˈrɛdʒɪmənt/

regiment

Meaning
A permanent unit of an army, typically commanded by a colonel and divided into several companies.
Example
The regiment marched proudly through the streets after returning from the mission.
C1 verb /reɪz/

raze

取り壊す
Meaning
To completely destroy or demolish something, especially a building.
Example
The old factory was razed to make way for new apartments.
古い工場は新しいアパートメントのために取り壊されました。
C1 verb /ˈræʃənaɪz/

rationlize

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

rhetoric

効果的または説得力のある話し方または書き方の技術
Meaning
The art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing; skillful use of language to influence others.
Example
Political leaders often use rhetoric to influence people.
政治指導者たちはしばしば人々に影響を与えるためにレトリックを使います。
C1 noun /rɪˈmɪt.əns/

Remittance

送金
Meaning
A sum of money sent in payment or as a gift.
Example
The country's economy benefits from expatriate remittance.
その国の経済は、移住者からの送金によって利益を得ている。
C1 verb /rɪˈtrækt/

retract

Meaning
to withdraw a statement, promise, or part of the body; to pull back
Example
The company retracted its earlier statement after realizing the error.
C1 adjective /ˈreɪ.si/

racy

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

rambunctious

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

replete

満ちた
Meaning
Filled or well-supplied with something; abundantly full.
Example
The book is replete with fascinating historical details.
その本は魅力的な歴史的詳細で満ちています。
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。
C1 noun /roʊt/

rote

暗記
Meaning
mechanical or habitual repetition, often without understanding
Example
He learned the poem by rote without understanding its meaning.
彼はその詩を意味を理解せずに暗記しました。
C1 adverb /ˈrɪdʒɪdli/

Rigidly

厳格に; 柔軟性なしで
Meaning
in a strict, inflexible manner; without compromise
Example
The rules are rigidly enforced in this institution.
この機関ではルールは厳格に適用されます。
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.
C1 noun /ˌrɛpəˈreɪʃən/

reparation

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

renounce

放棄する
Meaning
to formally declare rejection of something, such as a claim, belief, or way of life
Example
She renounced her citizenship to move abroad permanently.
彼女は永住権を得るために市民権を放棄しました。
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 /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。
C1 verb /riːl/

reel

つまずく / 巻き取る
Meaning
to lose balance and stagger; to wind or spin something onto a reel
Example
He reeled backward after being punched.
彼は殴られた後、後ろに転んだ。
C1 noun /rɪˈbʌtəl/

rebuttal

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

regress

Meaning
To return to a former or less developed state.
Example
Without proper guidance, the child's progress began to regress.