Vocabulary Cards
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B1 verb
returning
Meaning
Coming or going back to a place or person.
Example
The group is returning to the port on December 25th.
B2 verb
reunite
Meaning
to bring together again after separation
Example
The family was reunited after many years.
C1 verb
revamp
Meaning
To give a new and improved form, structure, or appearance to something.
Example
The company decided to revamp its website for a modern look.
B1 verb
reveal
Meaning
to make known or show something that was hidden
Example
The investigation revealed the truth.
C1 verb
revel
Meaning
to enjoy oneself in a lively and noisy way; to take great pleasure in
Example
They revel in their success.
B2 noun
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.
C2 noun
revelry
Meaning
Lively and noisy festivities, especially involving drinking and dancing.
Example
The sound of revelry could be heard throughout the night.
B2 noun
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.
C1 adjective
Revengeful
Meaning
seeking or desiring revenge; vindictive
Example
He became revengeful after being betrayed by his friend.
B2 noun
revenue
Meaning
Income, especially when of a company or organization.
Example
The company's revenue grew by 10% this year.
C1 verb
reverberate
Meaning
To echo repeatedly or have continuing effects.
Example
The sound of the explosion reverberated through the valley.
C1 verb
revere
Meaning
To deeply respect or admire someone or something.
Example
The students revered their teacher for his wisdom.
C1 noun
reverence
Meaning
deep respect for someone or something
Example
The students showed reverence to their teacher.
C1 noun, adjective
reverend
Meaning
A title of respect used for members of the clergy; deserving deep respect.
Example
The Reverend gave an inspiring sermon at the church.
C1 adjective
reverent
Meaning
Showing deep and solemn respect.
Example
They listened to the speech in a reverent silence.
C2 noun
reverie
Meaning
A state of being pleasantly lost in one's thoughts; a daydream.
Example
Lost in reverie, he didn't hear his name being called.
B2 verb
reverse
Meaning
to change something to the opposite direction, position, or result
Example
She quickly reversed the car out of the driveway.
C1 adjective
Reversible
Meaning
able to be turned the other way around; able to be undone or changed back
Example
This jacket is reversible and can be worn on both sides.
C1 noun
reversion
Meaning
the act of returning to a previous state or condition
Example
The new policy marked a reversion to traditional methods.
B2 verb
revert
Meaning
to return to a previous state, condition, or practice
Example
The system will revert to its original settings after the update.
B1 verb
review
Meaning
to examine or assess something again; to write a critical evaluation
Example
I need to review my notes before the exam.
C2 verb
revile
Meaning
to criticize in an abusive or angrily insulting manner
Example
The politician was reviled by the public for his corruption.
C2 noun
reviler
Meaning
a person who criticizes or insults others abusively
Example
He was known as a reviler of all who opposed him.
C2 noun
revisal
Meaning
The act of revising, reviewing, or making changes to something.
Example
The revisal of the contract took longer than expected.