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B2 noun /ˈruːmər/

rumor

噂
Meaning
a currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth.
Example
There’s a rumor that the company will merge next year.
来年、会社が合併するという噂があります。
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 verb /ˌriːəˈfɜːrm/

reaffirm

再確認する
Meaning
To state again strongly; to confirm or strengthen a statement or belief.
Example
The president reaffirmed his commitment to education reform.
大統領は教育改革への取り組みを再確認した。
B2 noun /rɪˈzembləns/

Resemblance

類似
Meaning
the state of being alike or similar; similarity in appearance or character
Example
There's a strong resemblance between the two sisters.
二人の姉妹の間には強い類似があります。
C2 verb /ruː/

rue

後悔する
Meaning
To feel regret or sorrow about something.
Example
She will rue the day she trusted him.
彼女は彼を信じたその日を後悔するだろう。
B2 noun /rɪˈlʌk.təns/

Reluctance

嫌悪感; ためらい
Meaning
unwillingness to do something; hesitation
Example
He showed reluctance to accept the job offer.
彼は仕事のオファーを受け入れることに嫌悪感を示した。
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。
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。
B2 noun /ˌrɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

regulation

権限によって作成され、維持される規則または指示
Meaning
A rule or directive made and maintained by an authority.
Example
Government regulation ensures fair business practices.
政府の規制は公平なビジネス慣行を確保します。
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。
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。
B2 noun /rɪˈfɔːr.mər/

Reformer

改革者
Meaning
a person who works to bring about positive changes in society or institutions
Example
The social reformer dedicated her life to improving education for all children.
社会的な改革者は、すべての子供たちの教育を改善するために自分の人生を捧げました。
B2 noun, verb, adjective /ræŋk/

rank

ランク
Meaning
A position in a hierarchy; to place in order according to importance or quality.
Example
She quickly rose to a senior rank in the company.
彼女は会社で素早く上級ランクに昇進しました。
B2 noun /ˌriː.əˈʃʊr.əns/

Reassurance

安心
Meaning
comfort or confidence given to someone to remove their fears or doubts
Example
She needed reassurance that everything would be okay.
彼女はすべてがうまくいくことを確認するために安心が必要でした。
B1 verb /rɪˈliːs/

release

解放する
Meaning
to set free; to allow something to escape or go away
Example
The prisoner was released after ten years.
囚人は10年後に解放されました。
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。
C1 noun /rɪˈnaʊn/

Renown

名声; 評判
Meaning
the condition of being known or talked about by many people; fame
Example
The scientist achieved international renown for her discoveries.
その科学者は発見によって国際的な名声を得た。
C2 verb /rɪˈpaɪn/

repine

嘆く
Meaning
To feel or express discontent or to long for something.
Example
She did not repine at her misfortune but worked harder to improve her life.
彼女は不幸を嘆かず、より一生懸命に働いて生活を向上させました。
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。
B2 noun /ˈriːteɪlər/

retailer

小売業者
Meaning
a person or business that sells goods to consumers rather than to other businesses
Example
The retailer offers discounts on electronic products.
小売業者は電子製品に割引を提供しています。
B1 adjective /ˈrel.ə.tɪv/

Relative

相対的
Meaning
considered in comparison to something else; not absolute; comparative
Example
The cost of living is relative to your income level.
生活費はあなたの収入レベルに対して相対的です。
B2 verb /ˈreɪn.dʒɪŋ/

ranging

変動する
Meaning
Extending or varying between limits.
Example
The temperatures are ranging from 15 to 30 degrees this week.
今週の気温は15度から30度の間で変動しています。
C1 adjective /ˈræmʃækəl/

ramshackle

ぼろぼろ
Meaning
poorly built or maintained; in a state of disrepair
Example
They lived in a ramshackle old house on the edge of town.
彼らは町の端にあるぼろぼろな古い家に住んでいました。
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。
B1 noun /ˈriː.dʒən/

Region

地域; 区域; 地帯
Meaning
a particular area or part of a country or the world
Example
This region is famous for its wine production.
この地域はワイン生産で有名です。
B1 adjective /rɪˈtaɪərd/

Retired

引退した
Meaning
having left one's job and ceased to work; withdrawn from activity
Example
My retired grandfather enjoys gardening in his free time.
私の引退した祖父は自由な時間に園芸を楽しんでいます。
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。
C1 adjective /ˈrʌɡ.ɪd/

Rugged

でこぼこで不規則な; 不規則な表面を持つ; 強くて丈夫な
Meaning
rough and uneven; having a rough irregular surface; tough and strong
Example
The hikers crossed the rugged mountain terrain.
ハイカーたちは荒れた山岳地帯を越えた。
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。
C1 verb /ˌriː.kənˈviːn/

reconvene

再開する
Meaning
to gather or assemble again, especially for a meeting
Example
The committee will reconvene after lunch.
委員会は昼食後に再開します。
B1 adjective /ˈrʊr.əl/

Rural

田舎の
Meaning
relating to the countryside; characteristic of farming or country life
Example
She grew up in a rural area far from the city.
彼女は街から遠く離れた田舎の地域で育ちました。
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 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。
B2 verb /rɪˈkɜːr/

recur

Meaning
to happen again, especially repeatedly or at regular intervals
Example
The headache tends to recur every few weeks.
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。
B1 noun rɔː mətɪˈrɪəlz

raw materials

原材料
Meaning
The basic material from which a product is made.
Example
The factory imports raw materials for production.
工場は生産のために原材料を輸入しています。
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。
B2 noun /rɪˈfreʃ.mənt/

Refreshment

軽食
Meaning
food and drink that is served as a light meal; something that refreshes
Example
We served light refreshments after the meeting.
会議の後、軽食を提供しました。
B1 noun rəʊlz

Roles

役割
Meaning
A person's or thing's function in a particular situation.
Example
Defined roles improve team performance.
定義された役割はチームのパフォーマンスを向上させる。
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。
B1 adjective /ˌriːəˈlɪstɪk/

realistic

現実的
Meaning
having or showing a sensible and practical idea of what can be achieved or expected
Example
She gave a realistic estimate of the project's cost.
彼女はプロジェクトのコストの現実的な見積もりを出した。
B2 noun /rɪˈmaɪndər/

reminder

リマインダー
Meaning
something that helps you remember a fact, event, or action that you need to do or recall
Example
He set a reminder to call his mother on her birthday.
彼は母親の誕生日に電話するためにリマインダーを設定しました。
A2 noun /ˈroʊbɒt/

robot

ロボット
Meaning
a machine capable of carrying out a complex series of actions automatically
Example
The factory uses robots to assemble cars efficiently.
工場はロボットを使って効率的に車を組み立てています。
C1 verb /rænt/

rant

怒鳴る
Meaning
to speak or shout in an angry, uncontrolled way
Example
He ranted about the unfair treatment at work.
彼は仕事で不公平な扱いについて叫んでいました。
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。
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。
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 adjective /rɪˈspɒn.sə.bəl/

Responsible

責任がある; 任務を持っている; 信頼できる
Meaning
accountable; having duties; reliable and trustworthy
Example
Parents are responsible for their children's education and well-being.
親は子供たちの教育と福祉に責任があります。
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。
A2 noun /reɪs/

race

レース
Meaning
a competition of speed, or a group of people with similar characteristics
Example
The race was very exciting, with many competitors.
レースは非常にエキサイティングで、たくさんの競技者がいました。
B2 noun /ˈrɪə.lɪ.zəm/

realism

リアリズム
Meaning
The quality of representing things as they are; a practical or factual view.
Example
Her paintings are admired for their realism.
彼女の絵画はそのリアリズムで賞賛されています。
C1 adjective /ˈraʊzɪŋ/

rousing

興奮させる
Meaning
Exciting, inspiring, or stirring.
Example
The speaker delivered a rousing speech that moved the audience.
スピーカーは聴衆を感動させる興奮させるスピーチをしました。
C2 adjective /rɪˈfʌldʒənt/

refulgent

輝く
Meaning
Shining brightly; radiant.
Example
The refulgent sun lit up the entire valley.
輝く太陽が谷全体を照らした。
B1 noun /rɪˈwɔːd/

reward

報酬
Meaning
something given in recognition of service, effort, or achievement
Example
He received a reward for returning the lost wallet.
彼は失くした財布を返したことで報酬を受け取りました。
B2 verb /ˈreɡjəleɪt/

regulate

規制する
Meaning
to control or maintain according to rules or laws
Example
The government regulates food safety.
政府は食品安全を規制しています。
C1 noun /rɪˈpreʃən/

Repression

抑圧
Meaning
the action of subduing someone or something by force; the restraint, prevention, or inhibition of a feeling, impulse, etc.
Example
The government's repression of free speech sparked widespread protests.
政府の表現の自由に対する抑圧は、広範な抗議を引き起こした。
B1 noun /rɪˈpleɪsmənt/

replacement

交換
Meaning
the act of substituting one thing or person for another
Example
She got a replacement for her damaged phone.
彼女は壊れた電話の交換を受けました。
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。
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。
C2 noun /rɪˈsɪʒən/

rescission

契約解除
Meaning
the cancellation or annulment of a law, contract, or agreement
Example
The rescission of the contract left both parties disappointed.
契約の解除により、双方は失望しました。
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。
B1 noun /rɪˈsɔːrs/

resource

資源
Meaning
A supply of materials, money, or assets that can be used when needed.
Example
Water is a vital natural resource.
水は重要な自然資源です。
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。
B1 noun /ˈrɪðəm/

rhythm

リズム
Meaning
a strong, regular, repeated pattern of movement or sound
Example
The rhythm of the music made everyone want to dance.
音楽のリズムはみんなを踊りたくさせた。
C1 adjective /rɪˈflek.sɪv/

Reflexive

反射的; 内省的
Meaning
directed back on itself; showing deep thought about oneself
Example
She became more reflexive about her behavior after the feedback.
フィードバックの後、彼女は自分の行動についてもっと反省的になりました。
B1 verb /rɪˈɡɑːrd/

regard

考える
Meaning
to consider or think of in a particular way; to look at
Example
She regards him as her best friend.
彼女は彼を親友として考えている。
B2 verb /rɪˈliːv/

relieve

Meaning
to make pain, distress, or difficulty less severe or serious
Example
The medicine helped relieve his headache.
C2 verb /rɛnd/

rend

引き裂く
Meaning
to tear something apart violently or forcefully
Example
The explosion rent the air with a deafening noise.
爆発は耳をつんざくような音で空気を引き裂いた。
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。
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。
C2 adjective /ˈrɛkriənt/

recreant

臆病な, 裏切り者
Meaning
cowardly or unfaithful to duty
Example
The recreant soldier abandoned his post in fear.
その臆病な兵士は恐怖で自分のポストを放棄した。
B1 verb /rʌb/

rub

こする
Meaning
to press and move something firmly against a surface; to apply pressure with movement
Example
She rubbed her hands together to keep them warm.
彼女は手をこすり合わせて暖かく保った。
C2 verb /rɪˈsɪnd/

rescind

取り消す
Meaning
to revoke, cancel, or repeal a law, order, or agreement
Example
The company decided to rescind the job offer.
その会社は仕事のオファーを取り消すことを決定しました。
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。
B2 noun, verb /ˈriːteɪl/

retail

小売
Meaning
the sale of goods to the public in small quantities for use or consumption rather than for resale
Example
The company specializes in the retail of clothing and accessories.
この会社は衣類とアクセサリーの小売を専門としています。
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。
B1 noun /rɪsk/

Risk

リスク
Meaning
a situation involving exposure to danger; the possibility of something bad happening
Example
Taking this investment carries a high risk of losing money.
この投資には高いリスクが伴い、資金を失う可能性があります。
B1 noun /rɪˈpɔːrtər/

reporter

レポーター
Meaning
a person who reports news or information
Example
The reporter interviewed several people at the scene.
レポーターは現場で数人にインタビューしました。
A2 verb /roʊl/

roll

転がる
Meaning
to move by turning over and over on an axis
Example
She rolled the ball down the hill.
彼女はボールを丘の下に転がしました。
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 noun /ˌrɪəlɪˈzeɪʃən/

realization

実現
Meaning
the act of becoming fully aware of something as a fact
Example
Her realization of the problem helped solve the issue.
彼女の問題の認識が問題解決に役立った。
B2 adjective /rɪˈzɪl.i.ənt/

resilient

回復力のある
Meaning
Able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions.
Example
Resilient materials ensure durability.
回復力のある素材は耐久性を保証します。
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 noun /ˈrɒstrəm/

rostrum

演壇
Meaning
A raised platform for speakers, performers, or leaders.
Example
The politician delivered a speech from the rostrum.
政治家は演壇から演説を行いました。
C1 noun /rɪˈdʒɪdəti/

Rigidity

剛性
Meaning
inability to bend or be forced out of shape; unwillingness to change or compromise
Example
The rigidity of the old system prevented any innovation.
古いシステムの剛性は、どんな革新も妨げました。
B2 verb /ˈrʌm.bəl/

rumble

幸せ
Meaning
to make a continuous deep, resonant sound
Example
Thunder rumbled in the distance.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠すことができませんでした。
B1 verb /rɪˈflekt/

reflect

反映する
Meaning
to think deeply about; to mirror back light or image
Example
The mirror reflects her beautiful face.
鏡は彼女の美しい顔を反映しています。
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。
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。
B1 noun /rɪˈvɪʒ.ən/

Revision

リビジョン; 修正版
Meaning
the action of revising; a revised edition or form of something; review of subject matter
Example
The students spent hours doing revision for their final exams.
学生たちは最終試験のために数時間リビジョンを行った。
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。
B2 noun /ˈruːstər/

rooster

雄鶏
Meaning
A male domestic chicken, especially one that crows.
Example
The rooster crowed at dawn, waking up the whole village.
雄鶏は夜明けに鳴き、村全体を起こした。
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 /rɪˈpɔːrtɪʒ/

reportage

報道
Meaning
the act of reporting news or describing events in the media
Example
The magazine is known for its detailed reportage of political issues.
その雑誌は政治問題に関する詳細な報道で知られています。
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。
B2 noun /ˈraɪvəlri/

Rivalry

ライバル関係; 競争
Meaning
competition for the same objective or for superiority in the same field; the state of being rivals
Example
The rivalry between the two teams made the match exciting.
二つのチーム間のライバル関係が試合を興奮させた。
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。
B1 adjective /rɪˈlɪdʒəs/

Religious

宗教的; 信心深い; 精神的; 宗教に関連する;
Meaning
relating to or believing in a religion; devout; spiritual;
Example
He comes from a very religious family.
彼は非常に宗教的な家庭から来ています。
C1 noun rɪˈdʒɛn.ər.ə.tɪv ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ

regenerative farming

再生農業
Meaning
Agricultural practices that improve soil health and biodiversity.
Example
Regenerative farming improves soil fertility and biodiversity.
再生農業は土壌の肥沃度と生物多様性を向上させます。
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。
B1 noun roʊps

ropes

ロープ
Meaning
A length of thick strong cord made by twisting together strands of hemp, sisal, nylon, or similar material.
Example
The ropes were tied securely to lift the heavy load.
ロープは重い荷物を持ち上げるためにしっかりと結ばれていました。
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。
A2 noun /ˈriːdər/

reader

読者
Meaning
a person who reads or who is capable of reading
Example
She is a fast reader, finishing books in a day.
彼女は速読者で、1日で本を読み終えます。
C1 noun /ˈræʃən/

ration

配給
Meaning
a fixed amount of something, especially food, officially allowed to each person
Example
During the war, each family received a weekly ration of rice.
戦争中、各家族は毎週一定量のご飯を配給されました。
C1 adjective /ˈrɛzənənt/

resonant

響く
Meaning
Deep, clear, and continuing to sound or echo.
Example
The resonant voice of the speaker filled the hall.
スピーカーの響く声がホールに響き渡った。
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。
C2 noun /rɪˈpoʊst/

riposte

鋭い返答
Meaning
a quick and clever reply to criticism or an insult
Example
Her sharp riposte left everyone in silence.
彼女の鋭い返答は皆を黙らせた。
C1 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。
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。
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。
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。
B2 noun /ˈroʊstɪd miːt/

Roasted meat

ロースト肉
Meaning
meat cooked by dry heat in an oven or over fire
Example
The roasted meat was perfectly seasoned and tender.
ロースト肉は完璧に調味され、柔らかかった。
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 /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 verb /reɪv/

rave

絶賛する
Meaning
to speak or write about something with great enthusiasm or admiration
Example
Critics rave about the new movie.
批評家たちは新しい映画を絶賛しています。
B2 adjective /rɪˈlʌktənt/

Reluctant

消極的な; ためらう; 何かをすることに抵抗がある;
Meaning
unwilling; hesitant; disinclined to do something;
Example
She was reluctant to share her personal information.
彼女は個人情報を共有することに消極的でした。
C1 noun /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。
B1 noun /rɪˈtaɪə.mənt/

Retirement

退職
Meaning
the action or fact of leaving one's job and ceasing to work; the period of life after leaving work
Example
He is planning his retirement after 40 years of service.
彼は40年間の勤務の後、退職を計画しています。
C2 noun /ˈræʃənəlɪzəm/

rationalism

合理主義
Meaning
a belief or theory that opinions and actions should be based on reason and knowledge rather than religious belief or emotion
Example
Rationalism emphasizes logic and reasoning over faith.
合理主義は信仰よりも論理と推論を強調します。
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.
C2 noun /ˌrɛprəˈbeɪʃən/

reprobation

Meaning
Strong disapproval or condemnation; rejection by God as beyond salvation.
Example
The teacher’s face showed clear reprobation at the student’s rude remark.