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B2 verb /ˈraɪpən/

ripen

Meaning
to become or make something ready to eat or fully developed
Example
The bananas ripened quickly in the warm weather.
B2 noun /rɪˈlaɪ.əns/

Reliance

Meaning
the state of depending on something or someone for support or help
Example
His reliance on technology is concerning.
B2 noun /ˌrek.riˈeɪ.ʃən/

Recreation

Meaning
an activity that is done for enjoyment; the process of making something exist again
Example
The park provides recreation facilities for children and adults.
B2 adverb /rɪˈɡɑrdləs/

regardless

Meaning
without paying attention to the current situation or condition
Example
She will go to the party regardless of the weather.
B2 noun /ˌren.əˈveɪ.ʃən/

Renovation

Meaning
the act of renovating; restoration to a former better state
Example
The old house underwent a complete renovation last year.
B2 verb rɪˈstɔːr

restore

Meaning
To bring back to a former or original state; to reinstate.
Example
Restoring the tradition of student politics is necessary.
B2 noun /ˈrɛlɪvəns/

relevance

Meaning
the quality or state of being closely connected or appropriate
Example
The relevance of the information was clear to everyone.
B2 adjective /ˈrʌn daʊn/

run-down

Meaning
in a poor condition; worn out or neglected
Example
They live in a run-down house at the edge of town.
B2 noun /ˈrʊki/

rookie

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.
B2 adjective /ˈræʃ.ən.əl/

Rational

Meaning
based on reason and logic; sensible and practical
Example
She made a rational decision based on the available facts.
B2 adjective /ˈræp.ɪd/

Rapid

Meaning
happening in a short time or at a fast pace
Example
The rapid growth of technology has changed our daily lives.
B2 verb /rɪˈɡeɪn/

regain

Meaning
to get back something that was lost; to recover
Example
He regains his strength after the illness.
B2 verb /ˌriːˈbɪld/

rebuild

Meaning
to build something again after it has been damaged or destroyed
Example
The villagers worked together to rebuild the bridge after the flood.
B2 adjective /rɪˈlʌktənt/

Reluctant

Meaning
unwilling; hesitant; disinclined to do something;
Example
She was reluctant to share her personal information.
B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zɪnz/

Raisins

Meaning
dried grapes, often used in cooking and baking
Example
She added raisins to the oatmeal cookies for extra sweetness.
B2 verb /ˈreɡjəleɪt/

regulate

Meaning
to control or maintain according to rules or laws
Example
The government regulates food safety.
B2 verb /rɪˈkɜːr/

recur

Meaning
to happen again, especially repeatedly or at regular intervals
Example
The headache tends to recur every few weeks.
B2 verb /rɪˈzɛmbəl/

resemble

Meaning
to look like or be similar to something or someone
Example
She resembles her mother in both appearance and mannerisms.
B2 noun /ˈreɪ.dɑːr/

Radar

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.
B2 verb /ˈræm.bəl/

ramble

Meaning
to talk or write at length in a confused or inconsequential way; to walk for pleasure without a fixed route.
Example
He rambled on about his childhood for hours.
B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zər/

Razor

Meaning
a sharp-edged instrument used for shaving hair from the skin
Example
He shaved his beard with a sharp razor.
B2 verb /ˌriː.kənˈsɪd.ər/

reconsider

Meaning
to think about something again, especially to change a decision or opinion
Example
She decided to reconsider her decision about moving abroad.
B2 noun /rɪˈfjuː.zəl/

Refusal

Meaning
the act of saying no to something or not accepting something
Example
His refusal to cooperate made the project more difficult.
B2 noun /ˈræŋkɪŋ/

ranking

Meaning
a position in a list or hierarchy, especially in terms of performance or importance
Example
His ranking in the competition improved after each round.
B2 adjective /ˈruːθ.ləs/

Ruthless

Meaning
showing no pity or compassion; cruel; merciless
Example
The ruthless dictator showed no mercy to his enemies.
B2 adjective /ˈrɑː.ki/

Rocky

Meaning
full of rocks; unsteady; difficult
Example
The rocky path made hiking difficult for the tourists.
B2 verb /ˌriːkriˈeɪt/

recreate

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.
B2 noun /rɪˈvendʒ/

Revenge

Meaning
the action of inflicting hurt or harm on someone for an injury or wrong suffered at their hands
Example
She sought revenge against those who betrayed her trust.
B2 verb /ˈrɛnəˌveɪt/

renovate

Meaning
to restore something old to a good state or to improve it
Example
They decided to renovate the old house before moving in.
B2 noun /ræɡ/

Rag

Meaning
a piece of old cloth used for cleaning; worn-out clothing
Example
She used an old rag to clean the dusty table.
B2 noun /ˈruːstər/

rooster

Meaning
A male domestic chicken, especially one that crows.
Example
The rooster crowed at dawn, waking up the whole village.
B2 noun /ræntʃ/

ranch

Meaning
a large farm where animals such as cattle or sheep are raised
Example
They own a huge cattle ranch in Texas.
B2 adjective /ˈrɒt.ən/

Rotten

Meaning
decayed; spoiled; bad
Example
The apple is rotten and should be thrown away.
B2 verb /rɪˈstreɪn/

restrain

Meaning
to hold back or control; to limit or restrict
Example
Please restrain your dog.
B2 verb /rɪˈvɜːrt/

revert

Meaning
to return to a previous state, condition, or practice
Example
The system will revert to its original settings after the update.
B2 adjective /ˈrɪɡ.ər.əs/

rigorous

Meaning
Extremely thorough and demanding in analysis or practice.
Example
A rigorous study plan helps students achieve better results.
B2 noun rɪˈtɛnʃən

retention

Meaning
The continued possession, use, or control of something
Example
The retention of information is essential for academic success.
B2 verb /ˌriːəˈreɪndʒ/

rearrange

Meaning
to change the order or position of something
Example
She decided to rearrange the furniture in her living room.
B2 noun ˈrɛstɪŋ pleɪs

resting place

Meaning
A place where someone or something rests, especially a burial site.
Example
The resting place of the martyrs is near the river.
B2 noun /rʌʃ/

Rush

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.
B2 noun /rɪˈstrɪk.ʃən/

Restriction

Meaning
a limiting condition or measure; the limitation or control of someone or something
Example
There are strict restrictions on smoking in public places.
B2 noun rɪsk ˈfæktər

risk factor

Meaning
Something that increases the likelihood of developing a disease or condition
Example
Water pollution is a significant risk factor for health.
B2 verb /rɪˈkɔːl/

recall

Meaning
to bring (a memory, fact, or situation) back into one's mind
Example
I can't recall the last time we met.
B2 noun /ˌreɡ.jʊˈlær.ɪ.ti/

Regularity

Meaning
the quality of being regular; occurring at fixed intervals or in a consistent pattern
Example
The regularity of his exercise routine helped him stay healthy.
B2 verb /rɪˈstrɪkt/

restrict

Meaning
To limit the size, amount, or range of something.
Example
The government decided to restrict the use of plastic bags.
B2 noun /rɪˈvaɪ.vəl/

Revival

Meaning
an improvement in the condition or strength of something; renewed interest in or attention to something
Example
There has been a revival of interest in traditional crafts.
B2 adjective /rɪˈzɜːrvd/

Reserved

Meaning
slow to reveal emotion or opinions; restrained in manner
Example
She is quite reserved and doesn't talk much in meetings.
B2 adjective /rɪˈzɪstənt/

resistant

Meaning
not affected by something; able to oppose or withstand
Example
This fabric is resistant to water and stains.
B2 noun /ˈraɪvəlri/

Rivalry

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.
B2 noun /reɪdʒ/

rage

Meaning
intense anger or fury
Example
She shouted in a fit of rage after hearing the news.
B2 noun, verb /ˈriːteɪl/

retail

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.
B2 noun /ˌriː.ɪnˈfɔːrs.mənt/

reinforcement

Meaning
Strengthening or supporting something, especially behavior or learning.
Example
Positive reinforcement helps in learning.
B2 noun /ˌrep.ɪˈtɪʃ.ən/

Repetition

Meaning
the action of repeating something that has already been said or written
Example
Constant repetition helps students memorize vocabulary effectively.
B2 noun /rɪˈhɜːr.səl/

Rehearsal

Meaning
a practice performance of a play, concert, or other work for later public performance
Example
The final rehearsal before opening night went perfectly.
B2 verb /rɪˈsaɪt/

recite

Meaning
To say aloud something learned, especially poetry or text, from memory.
Example
The child recited a poem in front of the class.
B2 noun /ˌrɪəlɪˈzeɪʃən/

realization

Meaning
the act of becoming fully aware of something as a fact
Example
Her realization of the problem helped solve the issue.
B2 noun, verb /rɪˈzɔːrt/

resort

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.
B2 adjective /rɪˈsɔːrsfəl/

resourceful

Meaning
Having the ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties.
Example
She is very resourceful when it comes to solving unexpected problems.
B2 adverb /rɪˈpɔːtɪdli/

reportedly

Meaning
according to what is said or believed, although not confirmed
Example
The company has reportedly agreed to the new terms.
B2 verb /ræm/

ram

Meaning
to strike or push something with great force
Example
The truck rammed into the wall.
B2 adjective /rɪˈliːvd/

relieved

Meaning
feeling happy and less worried after something stressful has been removed or resolved
Example
She felt relieved after hearing the good news.
B2 noun rɪˈsɛʃ.ən

recession

Meaning
A period of temporary economic decline during which trade and industrial activity are reduced.
Example
The country faced a severe recession due to the financial crisis.
B2 noun /ˈrest.ləs.nəs/

Restlessness

Meaning
the inability to rest or relax as a result of anxiety or boredom
Example
His restlessness during the long meeting was obvious to everyone.
B2 adverb /rɪˈlʌk.tənt.li/

Reluctantly

Meaning
in an unwilling manner; with hesitation or resistance
Example
She reluctantly agreed to help with the project.
B2 noun /ˈruːmər/

rumor

Meaning
a currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth.
Example
There’s a rumor that the company will merge next year.
B2 noun, verb /ˈrætəl/

rattle

Meaning
to make a rapid series of short, sharp sounds; a device or object that makes such a sound
Example
The loose window began to rattle in the strong wind.
B2 noun /ˌrɛvəˈleɪʃən/

revelation

Meaning
A surprising and previously unknown fact, especially one made known in a dramatic way.
Example
The book was full of shocking revelations about the politician.
B2 adjective /ˈruː.mi/

Roomy

Meaning
spacious; having a lot of room
Example
The apartment is very roomy with spacious bedrooms.
B2 noun /ˈrɒbəɹi/

robbery

Meaning
the crime of stealing from someone or somewhere using force or threat
Example
The police are investigating the robbery at the local store.
B2 adjective /rɪˈspɒn.sɪv/

Responsive

Meaning
reacting quickly and positively; readily reacting to suggestions or changes
Example
The website is very responsive and loads quickly on all devices.
B2 noun /rɪˈmeɪnz/

remains

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.
B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zən/

Raisin

Meaning
dried grape
Example
She added raisins to the oatmeal cookies for extra sweetness.
B2 noun, verb, adjective /ræŋk/

rank

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.
B2 adjective /ˈrek.ləs/

Reckless

Meaning
acting without thinking about consequences; careless; dangerous;
Example
His reckless driving caused a serious accident.
B2 noun /ˈrɛfjuːdʒ/

refuge

Meaning
a place that provides shelter or protection from danger or distress
Example
The villagers took refuge in the temple during the storm.
B2 verb /ˈrʌm.bəl/

rumble

Meaning
to make a continuous deep, resonant sound
Example
Thunder rumbled in the distance.
B2 noun ˌrɛvəˈluːʃən

revolution

Meaning
A forcible overthrow of a government or social order, in favor of a new system.
Example
The story is set during the French Revolution.
B2 noun /rɪˈmuː.vəl/

Removal

Meaning
the action of taking something away or eliminating it; dismissal from office
Example
The removal of the old furniture took all day.
B2 verb /rɪˈteɪn/

retain

Meaning
to keep possession of something
Example
The company decided to retain its experienced employees.
B2 adjective /ˈrɪtʃ.u.əl/

Ritual

Meaning
relating to religious or ceremonial practices
Example
The wedding ceremony included many traditional ritual elements.
B2 adjective /rɪˈmuːvəbəl/

removable

Meaning
able to be removed or taken away
Example
This phone has a removable battery.
B2 noun/verb /rɪˈmɑːrk/

remark

Meaning
something that is said; a comment
Example
She made a remark about the weather.
B2 adjective /ˈroʊlɪŋ/

rolling

Meaning
moving in gentle undulations; moving forward by turning over and over
Example
They drove through the rolling hills of the countryside.
B2 adjective /ˈrɪdʒ.ɪd/

Rigid

Meaning
hard and stiff; not able to bend; strict and unwilling to change
Example
The company has a rigid dress code that all employees must follow.
B2 noun /ˈreɪʃoʊ/

ratio

Meaning
a relationship between two numbers showing how many times the first number contains the second
Example
The ratio of boys to girls in the class is 2:1.
B2 adjective /rɪˈstrɪk.tɪd/

Restricted

Meaning
limited or controlled; subject to restrictions
Example
Access to this area is restricted to authorized personnel only.
B2 adjective /rɪˈfreʃ.ɪŋ/

Refreshing

Meaning
making one feel energized and renewed; pleasantly new or different
Example
The cool breeze was refreshing after the hot day.
B2 noun /roʊˈteɪʃən/

Rotation

Meaning
the action of rotating around an axis or center; a single turn
Example
The Earth's rotation takes 24 hours to complete.
B2 noun ˌrɛstəˈreɪʃən

restoration

Meaning
The process of returning something to its former condition.
Example
The restoration of the forest began after decades of neglect.
B2 noun /rɪˈlʌk.təns/

Reluctance

Meaning
unwillingness to do something; hesitation
Example
He showed reluctance to accept the job offer.
B2 verb /ˈræl.i/

rally

Meaning
to come together for a common purpose or to recover strength or spirit
Example
The team rallied after halftime and won the match.
B2 noun /ˈruːmər/

Rumour

Meaning
a currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth; gossip
Example
There's a rumour that the company will close next month.
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 noun ˌreɪdɪˈeɪʃən

radiation

Meaning
The emission of energy as electromagnetic waves or as moving subatomic particles.
Example
Radiation from the sun can be harmful without protection.
B2 noun ˌriːfɔːˈreɪʃən

reforestation

Meaning
The natural or intentional restocking of existing forests and woodlands that have been depleted.
Example
Reforestation efforts are crucial to restoring ecosystems.
B2 adverb /rɪˈspektɪvli/

Respectively

Meaning
in the order given; separately and in the order already mentioned
Example
John and Mary are 25 and 30 years old respectively.
B2 noun /ˈruːlɪŋ/

ruling

Meaning
an official decision made by a judge or authority.
Example
The court’s ruling favored the defendant.
B2 verb /ˌriːjuˈnaɪt/

reunite

Meaning
to bring together again after separation
Example
The family was reunited after many years.
B2 verb /rɪˈzɛnt/

resent

Meaning
to feel bitterness or displeasure about something or someone
Example
She began to resent the constant criticism from her boss.
B2 noun /'ræd.ɪʃ/

Radish

Meaning
a small pungent edible root vegetable with white or red skin
Example
The farmer harvested fresh radishes from the garden.
B2 noun /raɪˈnɒs.ər.əs/

Rhinoceros

Meaning
a large, heavy animal with thick skin and one or two horns on its nose
Example
The rhinoceros charged through the grassland.
B2 noun /ræk/

Rack

Meaning
a framework or structure for holding or storing things
Example
She hung her coat on the rack by the door.
B2 verb /reɪl/

rail

Meaning
to complain or protest strongly about something
Example
He railed against the unfair decision.
B2 noun /ˈraɪvəl/

Rival

Meaning
a person or thing competing with another for the same objective or for superiority in the same field
Example
The two companies have been business rivals for decades.
B2 noun /rɪˌlaɪəˈbɪləti/

reliability

Meaning
the quality of being trustworthy or performing consistently well
Example
Customers value the reliability of our service.
B2 noun /ˈrɒbər/

robber

Meaning
a person who steals property from others, often using force or threat
Example
The robber was caught after a quick police chase.
B2 noun /ˈriːzənɪŋ/

reasoning

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.
B2 adjective /rɪˈspek.tə.bəl/

Respectable

Meaning
worthy of respect; having good reputation; decent
Example
He comes from a respectable family in the community.
B2 adjective /ˈreɪsɪst/

racist

Meaning
showing or feeling discrimination or prejudice against people of other races
Example
He was accused of making racist comments.
B2 noun/verb /ræft/

raft

Meaning
A flat structure made of logs or planks tied together, used as a boat or floating platform; to travel or transport on such a structure.
Example
They built a raft to cross the river.
B2 noun /ˈrep.taɪl/

Reptile

Meaning
a cold-blooded animal with scaly skin that lays eggs on land
Example
The lizard is a common reptile found in gardens.
B2 noun /ˈrɛzərvwɑːr/

reservoir

Meaning
A large natural or artificial lake used as a source of water supply.
Example
The city built a new reservoir to ensure enough drinking water for its residents.
B2 noun /ˈrɔɪəlti/

royalty

Meaning
Members of a royal family or payment made to the owner of a patent, copyright, or natural resource.
Example
The author receives a royalty for every book sold.
B2 noun /ˈreb.əl/

Rebel

Meaning
a person who resists authority or control
Example
The young rebel refused to follow the school rules.
B2 verb /rɪˈvɜːs/

reverse

Meaning
to change something to the opposite direction, position, or result
Example
She quickly reversed the car out of the driveway.
B2 verb /rɪˈkʌvərɪŋ/

recovering

Meaning
the process of getting better after illness, loss, or difficulty
Example
She is still recovering from the flu.
B2 noun /ˈreɪn.dʒər/

ranger

Meaning
A person responsible for protecting and managing forests, parks, or natural areas.
Example
The park ranger guided the tourists through the forest trail.
B2 noun /ˈrerəti/

Rarity

Meaning
the state of being rare; something that is uncommon or scarce
Example
The antique vase was a rarity worth thousands of dollars.
B2 verb /rɪˈvaɪv/

revive

Meaning
To bring back to life, consciousness, or activity.
Example
The paramedics managed to revive the unconscious man.
B2 noun /ˌrɛprɪzɛnˈteɪʃən/

representation

Meaning
the action of speaking or acting on behalf of someone or something
Example
Her representation of the team was impeccable.
B2 noun /reɪk/

Rake

Meaning
a garden tool with a long handle and prongs for gathering leaves; to gather with a rake
Example
He used a rake to gather the fallen autumn leaves.