Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

adjective
/rɪˈdjuːsəbl̩/

capable of being simplified, lessened, or made smaller

"The problem is complex but reducible to a few basic principles."

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noun
/rɪˈdʌkʃən/

the action or process of making something smaller or less in amount, degree, or size

"There has been a significant reduction in pollution levels."

noun
/rɪˈdʌndəns/

the state of being unnecessary or more than needed

"The report contained too much redu ndance and repetition."

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noun
/rɪˈdʌndənsi/

the state of being unnecessary or no longer needed; dismissal from a job due to lack of work

"Many workers faced redundancy after the factory closed."

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redundant

adjective
/rɪˈdʌndənt/

not or no longer needed; unnecessary

"Many workers were made redundant after the company closed."

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Reek

verb
/riːk/

to smell strongly and unpleasantly; to give off a bad odor

"The garbage bin reeked after being left in the sun."

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reel

verb
/riːl/

to lose balance and stagger; to wind or spin something onto a reel

"He reeled backward after being punched."

verb
/ˌriː.ɪˈstæblɪʃ/

to set up or restore something again after it has been disrupted

"The government worked hard to reestablish peace in the region."

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refection

noun
/rɪˈfɛkʃən/

a meal or the act of taking food and drink

"The monks gathered for their evening refection."

noun
/rɪˈfɛktəri/

a dining hall, especially in a monastery, convent, or school

"Students had lunch in the refectory."

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refer

verb
/rɪˈfɜːr/

to direct someone to another source of help, information, or decision

"The doctor will refer you to a specialist."

adjective
/rɪˈfɛrəbəl/

able to be related or directed to something

"The issue is referable to the new policy changes."

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noun
/ˌrɛfəˈriː/

a person who oversees a game or match to ensure the rules are followed

"The referee stopped the game after a foul."

noun
/ˈrɛfərəns/

the action of mentioning or alluding to something

"I need to check the reference for this article."

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referendum

noun
/ˌrɛfəˈrɛndəm/

a general vote by the population on a single political issue

"The government held a referendum on the new constitution."

noun
/rɪˈfɜːrər/

a person who directs someone to another person or service

"The referrer earned a bonus for recommending a new client."

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verb
/rɪˈfaɪn/

to improve something by making small changes or removing impurities

"The company is working to refine its production process."

adjective
/rɪˈfaɪnd/

elegant and cultured in appearance, manner, or taste; purified

"She has very refined taste in art and music."

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noun
/rɪˈfaɪnmənt/

the process of improving something to make it more polished or sophisticated

"The new software is a refinement of the earlier version."

noun
/rɪˈfaɪnəri/

an industrial facility where raw materials are processed and purified

"The oil refinery processes thousands of barrels daily."

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verb
/rɪˈflɛkt/

to show an image as in a mirror, or to think deeply about something

"The mirror reflects her smiling face."

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noun
/rɪˈflɛkʃən/

the image of something in a mirror or water, or serious thought about something

"She saw her reflection in the glass window."

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refuge

noun
/ˈrɛfjuːdʒ/

a place that provides shelter or protection from danger or distress

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

noun
/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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noun
rɪˈdʒɛn.ər.ə.tɪv ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ

Agricultural practices that improve soil health and biodiversity.

"Regenerative farming improves soil fertility and biodiversity."

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adjective
rɪˈdʒɛn.ər.ə.tɪv

Having the ability to regenerate or be renewed.

"Regenerative farming improves soil fertility naturally."

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noun
/rɪˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃən/

the process of regrowing, renewing, or restoring

"Urban regeneration transformed the old city center."

verb
/rɪˈdʒɛnəreɪt/

to grow or produce again; to renew or restore

"The lizard can regenerate its lost tail."

noun
/rɪˈɡætə/

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

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

adverb
/rɪˈɡɑrdləs/

without paying attention to the current situation or condition

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

preposition
/rɪˈɡɑrdɪŋ/

concerning or relating to

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

noun/verb
/rɪˈɡɑrd/

consider or think of in a specified way

"She regarded him as her mentor."

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verb
/rɪˈɡeɪl/

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

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

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regal

adjective
/ˈriːɡəl/

Resembling or fit for a king; majestic or royal.

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

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verb
/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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verb
/rɪˈfjuːt/

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

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

noun
/ˌrɛfjʊˈteɪʃən/

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

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

adjective
/rɪˈfjuː.tə.bəl/

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

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

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Refuse

verb, noun
/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."

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noun
/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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refurbish

verb
/riːˈfɜːrbɪʃ/

To renovate or redecorate something, especially a building.

"The company decided to refurbish its old office."

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adjective
/rɪˈfʌldʒənt/

Shining brightly; radiant.

"The refulgent sun lit up the entire valley."

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noun
/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."

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noun
ˌriːfɔːrɪˈsteɪʃən

The process of replanting an area with trees.

"Reforestation helps combat climate change by absorbing carbon."

noun
/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."

verb
/rɪˈfrækt/

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

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

noun
/rɪˈfɔːrmər/

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

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

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reform

verb
/rɪˈfɔːrm/

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

"The government plans to reform the healthcare system."

adjective
/rɪˈflɛksəbl/

Capable of being reflected or bent back.

"The surface was highly reflexible, bouncing light in different directions."

noun
/rɪˈflɛktər/

A surface or device that reflects light, heat, or sound, often used to direct beams or improve visibility.

"The cyclist attached a red reflector to the back of his bike for safety."