Vocabulary Cards
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C1 noun
repository
Meaning
a place where things are stored or kept for safekeeping
Example
The library serves as a repository of knowledge.
C2 verb
reprehend
Meaning
to express disapproval or criticism of someone or something
Example
The teacher reprehended the student for being dishonest.
C1 adjective
reprehensible
Meaning
Deserving strong criticism or blame.
Example
His dishonest actions were truly reprehensible.
C2 noun
reprehension
Meaning
The act of rebuking or criticizing severely.
Example
The teacher’s reprehension of the student’s behavior was justified.
B1 verb
represent
Meaning
to act or speak on behalf of someone or something
Example
He will represent our company at the conference.
B2 noun
representation
Meaning
the action of speaking or acting on behalf of someone or something
Example
Her representation of the team was impeccable.
C1 adjective
representational
Meaning
Relating to or depicting something in a realistic or symbolic way.
Example
The artist preferred a representational style of painting.
B1 noun
representative
Meaning
A person chosen or appointed to act or speak for another or others.
Example
The representative addressed critical issues.
C1 verb
repress
Meaning
To restrain, suppress, or keep under control, especially emotions or desires.
Example
He tried to repress his anger during the meeting.
C2 adjective
repressible
Meaning
Capable of being restrained or suppressed.
Example
The movement proved to be hardly repressible.
C1 noun
Repression
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.
C1 adjective
Repressive
Meaning
restraining freedom or preventing self-expression; oppressive
Example
The repressive government banned all forms of protest.
C1 noun/verb
reprieve
Meaning
A temporary relief or delay from something unpleasant; to postpone or cancel punishment.
Example
The prisoner was granted a last-minute reprieve from execution.
C1 noun/verb
reprimand
Meaning
A formal expression of disapproval; to scold or criticize someone officially.
Example
The teacher reprimanded the student for being late.
C1 noun
Reprisal
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.
C1 noun/verb
reprise
Meaning
A repetition or return to an earlier theme, role, or action.
Example
The actor reprised his role in the sequel.
C1 noun/verb
reproach
Meaning
An expression of disapproval or disappointment; to criticize someone for doing wrong.
Example
She reproached him for arriving late to the meeting.
C2 noun, adjective, verb
reprobate
Meaning
A person of immoral character; to express disapproval of; morally corrupt.
Example
The old reprobate spent his days gambling and drinking.
C2 noun
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.
B2 verb
reproduce
Meaning
To make a copy of something; to generate offspring.
Example
Many animals reproduce rapidly in favorable conditions.
B2 noun
reproduction
Meaning
The process of producing offspring; the act of copying or duplicating.
Example
The textbook included a detailed diagram of human reproduction.
B2 adjective
reproductive
Meaning
Relating to the reproduction of offspring.
Example
The reproductive cycle of pests can cause rapid infestations.
C2 noun
reproof
Meaning
An expression of blame or disapproval.
Example
His careless words drew a sharp reproof from his mother.
C2 verb
reprove
Meaning
to criticize or correct someone gently or disapprove of their actions
Example
The teacher reproved the student for being late.