Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

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reform

verb B2
/rɪˈfɔːrm/

To make changes to improve something, usually a system, law, or practice.

"The government plans to reform the healthcare system."

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noun B2
/rɪˈfɔːrmər/

A person who works to improve laws, institutions, or social practices.

"Martin Luther King Jr. was a great social reformer."

verb C2
/rɪˈfrækt/

To bend light, sound, or heat as it passes through a medium.

"The water refracts light, making the straw look bent."

noun C2
/rɪˈfrækʃən/

The bending of light, sound, or other waves when they pass from one medium to another of different density.

"The refraction of light in water makes objects appear bent."

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noun C2
/rɪˈfræk.tər/

A type of telescope that uses lenses to focus light.

"Refractor telescopes use lenses to focus light."

refractory definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/rɪˈfræktəri/

Stubborn or resistant to control, authority, or treatment.

"The refractory child refused to follow the teacher's instructions."

adjective C2
/rɪˈfræɡəbəl/

Capable of being refuted or disproved.

"His argument was weak and easily refragable."

verb B2
/rɪˈfreɪn/

To hold oneself back from doing something.

"Please refrain from smoking in this area."

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verb B2
/rɪˈfreʃ/

to make fresh again; to restore energy

"A cold drink refreshes me on hot days."

adjective B2
/rɪˈfreʃ.ɪŋ/

making one feel energized and renewed; pleasantly new or different

"The cool breeze was refreshing after the hot day."

Refreshment definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/rɪˈfreʃ.mənt/

food and drink that is served as a light meal; something that refreshes

"We served light refreshments after the meeting."

Refrigerator definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A2
/rɪˈfrɪdʒəreɪtər/

an appliance used to keep food and drinks cold

"She kept the milk in the refrigerator to prevent it from spoiling."

noun C2
/rɪˈfrɪndʒənsi/

The ability of a substance to bend light; refractive power.

"Glass has a higher refringency than water."

adjective C2
/rɪˈfrɪndʒənt/

Capable of refracting light or other waves.

"The refringent properties of the crystal bent the light into a spectrum."

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refuge

noun B2
/ˈrɛfjuːdʒ/

a place that provides shelter or protection from danger or distress

"The villagers took refuge in the temple during the storm."

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noun B2
/ˌrɛfjuˈʤi/

a person who has been forced to leave their country in order to escape war, persecution, or natural disaster

"Thousands of refugees fled the war-torn region."

refulgent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/rɪˈfʌldʒənt/

Shining brightly; radiant.

"The refulgent sun lit up the entire valley."

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refurbish

verb C1
/riːˈfɜːrbɪʃ/

To renovate or redecorate something, especially a building.

"The company decided to refurbish its old office."

Refusal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/rɪˈfjuːzəl/

An act of saying or showing that one will not do or accept something.

"Her refusal to cooperate delayed the project."

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Refuse

verb, noun B1
/rɪˈfjuːz/ (verb), /ˈrɛfjuːs/ (noun)

As a verb: to say no to something offered or requested; as a noun: waste material; rubbish.

"He refused to answer the question, and the street was full of refuse."

adjective C2
/rɪˈfjuː.tə.bəl/

capable of being proven wrong or false; able to be disproved

"His theory was refutable because it could be tested experimentally."

noun C1
/ˌrɛfjʊˈteɪʃən/

The act of proving a statement or argument to be false or incorrect.

"Her essay was a strong refutation of the opposing theory."

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verb C1
/rɪˈfjuːt/

To prove a statement, argument, or theory to be false or invalid.

"The lawyer refuted the witness's testimony with solid evidence."

regain definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/rɪˈɡeɪn/

to get back something that was lost or taken away

"He worked hard to regain his confidence after the failure."

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regal

adjective C1
/ˈriːɡəl/

Resembling or fit for a king; majestic or royal.

"The queen entered the hall with a regal presence."

regale definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C2
/rɪˈɡeɪl/

To entertain or amuse someone with stories, food, or drink.

"He regaled us with stories of his travels around the world."

regard definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb B1
/rɪˈɡɑrd/

consider or think of in a specified way

"She regarded him as her mentor."

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preposition B1
/rɪˈɡɑrdɪŋ/

concerning or relating to

"The decision regarding the meeting will be made tomorrow."

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adverb B2
/rɪˈɡɑrdləs/

without paying attention to the current situation or condition

"She will go to the party regardless of the weather."

noun C2
/rɪˈɡætə/

A sporting event consisting of a series of boat or yacht races.

"The annual regatta attracted competitors from around the world."

verb C1
/rɪˈdʒɛnəreɪt/

to grow or produce again; to renew or restore

"The lizard can regenerate its lost tail."

regeneration definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/rɪˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃən/

the process of regrowing, renewing, or restoring

"Urban regeneration transformed the old city center."

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adjective C1
rɪˈdʒɛn.ər.ə.tɪv

Having the ability to regenerate or be renewed.

"Regenerative farming improves soil fertility naturally."

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noun C1
rɪˈdʒɛn.ər.ə.tɪv ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ

Agricultural practices that improve soil health and biodiversity.

"Regenerative farming improves soil fertility and biodiversity."

noun C2
/ˈriːdʒənt/

a person who rules in place of a monarch when the monarch is absent or too young

"The prince acted as regent until the king came of age."

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regicide

noun C2
/ˈrɛdʒɪsaɪd/

the act of killing a king

"The conspirators were executed for committing regicide."

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regime

noun B2
/reɪˈʒiːm/

a system or form of government, often authoritarian

"The military regime controlled the country for decades."

regimen definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈrɛdʒɪmən/

A prescribed course of medical treatment, diet, or exercise for the promotion or restoration of health.

"She followed a strict fitness regimen to recover after surgery."

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regiment

noun C1
/ˈrɛdʒɪmənt/

A permanent unit of an army, typically commanded by a colonel and divided into several companies.

"The regiment marched proudly through the streets after returning from the mission."

Region definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈriːdʒən/

an area or division, especially part of a country or the world having definable characteristics but not always fixed boundaries

"The region is known for its beautiful landscapes."

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adjective C1
ˈriːdʒən spəˈsɪfɪk

Relating to or characteristic of a particular region or area.

"Climate change impacts are region-specific."

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adjective B1
/ˈriːdʒənl/

relating to or characteristic of a region

"The regional markets are growing rapidly."

regional forum definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
phrase C1
ˈriː.dʒən.əl ˈfɔː.rəm

A meeting or conference where representatives from countries or organizations in a specific geographical area discuss issues of common interest.

"The Regional Forum discussed deforestation impacts."

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verb B1
/ˈrɛdʒɪstər/

To enter or record officially on a list or in a book.

"You must register for the conference before the deadline."

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noun C1
ˈredʒ.ɪ.strɑːr

An official responsible for keeping records or registers.

"The registrar oversees all administrative tasks."

registration definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˌrɛdʒɪˈstreɪʃən/

the action or process of enrolling or signing up for something

"The registration for the event will close tomorrow."

adjective C2
/ˈrɛɡnənt/

Reigning; currently holding power, authority, or dominance.

"The regnant queen introduced several reforms during her reign."

verb C1
/rɪˈɡrɛs/

To return to a former or less developed state.

"Without proper guidance, the child's progress began to regress."

Regret definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B1
/rɪˈɡrɛt/

to feel sad or disappointed about something that has happened or been done

"I deeply regret saying those harsh words to her."

adjective C1
/rɪˈɡrɛtfəl/

feeling or showing sadness or disappointment about something that has happened or been done

"She gave him a regretful smile as she turned away."