Vocabulary Cards C1
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C1 noun
requisition
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.
C1 verb
reseat
Meaning
to seat someone again or to fit something back into its place
Example
The usher had to reseat the guests after the interruption.
C1 noun
resident coordinator
Meaning
A local administrator or official who coordinates activities in a specific region.
Example
The resident coordinator welcomed all representatives.
C1 adjective
residual
Meaning
Remaining after the greater part has gone.
Example
The patient experienced residual pain after the surgery.
C1 noun
residue
Meaning
A small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been removed.
Example
Soap residue affects appliance efficiency.
C1 noun
residues
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.
C1 noun
resin
Meaning
a sticky organic substance, usually secreted by plants, often used in varnishes or plastics
Example
The craftsman used natural resin to make the sculpture shine.
C1 adjective
resistive
Meaning
tending to resist or oppose; in physics, relating to electrical resistance
Example
The material has resistive properties that slow down current flow.
C1 adjective
Resolute
Meaning
determined; having a firm decision; unwavering
Example
She remained resolute in her decision to pursue her dreams.
C1 noun
resonance
Meaning
A deep, reverberating sound or a quality of evoking response.
Example
His speech had a deep resonance with the audience.
C1 adjective
resonant
Meaning
Deep, clear, and continuing to sound or echo.
Example
The resonant voice of the speaker filled the hall.
C1 verb
resonate
Meaning
To produce or be filled with a deep, full, and reverberating sound; to evoke a feeling or memory.
Example
Her words resonated with the audience.
C1 verb
resound
Meaning
To fill a place with sound; to be celebrated or talked about widely.
Example
The hall resounded with applause.
C1 adjective
resource-efficient
Meaning
Using resources in a way that minimizes waste and maximizes productivity.
Example
Resource-efficient farming conserves water and energy.
C1 adverb
Respectably
Meaning
in a way that is worthy of respect; decently; properly
Example
She was dressed respectably for the interview.
C1 noun
respiration
Meaning
The process of breathing or the exchange of gases in living organisms.
Example
Respiration is essential for all living beings.
C1 noun
respite
Meaning
A short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant.
Example
The weekend provided a welcome respite from work.
C1 noun
respondent
Meaning
A person who replies to something, especially in a survey or legal case
Example
The survey had over 1,000 respondents.
C1 noun
responsiveness
Meaning
The quality of reacting quickly and positively
Example
The manager appreciated her responsiveness to customer feedback.
C1 noun
restitution
Meaning
The act of restoring something to its rightful owner or compensating for loss
Example
The court ordered restitution to the victims of the fraud.
C1 adjective
restrained
Meaning
characterized by reserve or self-control; held back
Example
Her restrained reaction surprised everyone.
C1 noun
restructuring
Meaning
The action of organizing something differently.
Example
The company underwent restructuring to improve efficiency.
C1 noun
Resumption
Meaning
the action of beginning something again after a pause or interruption
Example
The resumption of classes will be announced next week.
C1 verb
resurge
Meaning
To rise, increase, or become active again after a decline.
Example
Interest in traditional crafts has begun to resurge.