Vocabulary Cards C1
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C1 noun
ridge
Meaning
a long, narrow hilltop, mountain range, or raised strip
Example
We walked along the mountain ridge.
C1 verb
ridicule
Meaning
To make fun of someone or something in a cruel or dismissive way.
Example
He was ridiculed for his strange ideas.
C1 adjective
rife
Meaning
widespread or common, often in a negative sense
Example
Corruption was rife in the old government system.
C1 noun
rift
Meaning
a serious break in a relationship; a split or crack
Example
A rift developed between the two friends after the argument.
C1 verb
rig
Meaning
to manipulate or control something dishonestly; to set up equipment
Example
The election was rigged by corrupt officials.
C1 adjective
Righteous
Meaning
morally right or justifiable; virtuous; having strong moral principles
Example
She felt righteous anger at the unfair treatment of workers.
C1 noun
righteousness
Meaning
the quality of being morally right or justifiable
Example
His life was dedicated to righteousness and truth.
C1 adjective
rightful
Meaning
having a legitimate or just claim; proper or lawful
Example
She is the rightful owner of the property.
C1 noun
Rigidity
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.
C1 adverb
Rigidly
Meaning
in a strict, inflexible manner; without compromise
Example
The rules are rigidly enforced in this institution.
C1 noun
rigor
Meaning
strictness, severity, or demanding conditions
Example
The training was carried out with great rigor.
C1 verb
rile
Meaning
to irritate or annoy someone
Example
His careless comments really riled her.
C1 noun
Ripple
Meaning
a small wave on the surface of water; a spreading effect or influence
Example
The stone created ripples across the calm pond.
C1 adjective
risk-adjusted
Meaning
Modified or calibrated to account for risk factors in investment returns.
Example
Risk-adjusted returns consider both potential profit and loss.
C1 noun
rite
Meaning
a religious or ceremonial act
Example
The wedding rite was performed with great solemnity.
C1 verb
rivet
Meaning
to fasten or secure with a rivet; to hold someone’s attention firmly
Example
The craftsman riveted the metal plates together.
C1 adjective
riveting
Meaning
extremely interesting; holding the complete attention
Example
The movie was so riveting that nobody looked away.
C1 noun
robot-assisted procedures
Meaning
Medical operations performed with the help of robotic systems to enhance precision and control.
Example
Robot-assisted procedures reduce human error.
C1 noun
robotic surgery
Meaning
Surgery performed with the assistance of robotic systems to enhance precision and reduce invasiveness.
Example
Robotic surgery enhances precision in complex procedures.
C1 noun
Rock Salt
Meaning
natural salt crystals formed from evaporated ancient seas; unrefined salt
Example
Rock salt is considered healthier than table salt.
C1 noun
rodent
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.
C1 adjective
Roguish
Meaning
mischievous; playfully dishonest
Example
His roguish smile suggested he was up to some mischief.
C1 noun
Rolling board
Meaning
a flat wooden or marble surface used for rolling out dough
Example
She placed the dough on the rolling board.
C1 verb
romp
Meaning
to play or move in a lively, carefree, and energetic way
Example
The children romped happily in the garden.