英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
the action or process of making something smaller or less in amount, degree, or size
"There has been a significant reduction in pollution levels."
the state of being unnecessary or more than needed
"The report contained too much redu ndance and repetition."
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."
not or no longer needed; unnecessary
"Many workers were made redundant after the company closed."
to smell strongly and unpleasantly; to give off a bad odor
"The garbage bin reeked after being left in the sun."
to lose balance and stagger; to wind or spin something onto a reel
"He reeled backward after being punched."
to set up or restore something again after it has been disrupted
"The government worked hard to reestablish peace in the region."
a meal or the act of taking food and drink
"The monks gathered for their evening refection."
a dining hall, especially in a monastery, convent, or school
"Students had lunch in the refectory."
to direct someone to another source of help, information, or decision
"The doctor will refer you to a specialist."
able to be related or directed to something
"The issue is referable to the new policy changes."
a person who oversees a game or match to ensure the rules are followed
"The referee stopped the game after a foul."
the action of mentioning or alluding to something
"I need to check the reference for this article."
a general vote by the population on a single political issue
"The government held a referendum on the new constitution."
a person who directs someone to another person or service
"The referrer earned a bonus for recommending a new client."
to improve something by making small changes or removing impurities
"The company is working to refine its production process."
elegant and cultured in appearance, manner, or taste; purified
"She has very refined taste in art and music."
the process of improving something to make it more polished or sophisticated
"The new software is a refinement of the earlier version."
an industrial facility where raw materials are processed and purified
"The oil refinery processes thousands of barrels daily."
to show an image as in a mirror, or to think deeply about something
"The mirror reflects her smiling face."
the image of something in a mirror or water, or serious thought about something
"She saw her reflection in the glass window."
a place that provides shelter or protection from danger or distress
"The villagers took refuge in the temple during the storm."
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."
Agricultural practices that improve soil health and biodiversity.
"Regenerative farming improves soil fertility and biodiversity."
Having the ability to regenerate or be renewed.
"Regenerative farming improves soil fertility naturally."
the process of regrowing, renewing, or restoring
"Urban regeneration transformed the old city center."
to grow or produce again; to renew or restore
"The lizard can regenerate its lost tail."
A sporting event consisting of a series of boat or yacht races.
"The annual regatta attracted competitors from around the world."
without paying attention to the current situation or condition
"She will go to the party regardless of the weather."
concerning or relating to
"The decision regarding the meeting will be made tomorrow."
consider or think of in a specified way
"She regarded him as her mentor."
To entertain or amuse someone with stories, food, or drink.
"He regaled us with stories of his travels around the world."
Resembling or fit for a king; majestic or royal.
"The queen entered the hall with a regal presence."
to get back something that was lost or taken away
"He worked hard to regain his confidence after the failure."
To prove a statement, argument, or theory to be false or invalid.
"The lawyer refuted the witness's testimony with solid evidence."
The act of proving a statement or argument to be false or incorrect.
"Her essay was a strong refutation of the opposing theory."
capable of being proven wrong or false; able to be disproved
"His theory was refutable because it could be tested experimentally."
An act of saying or showing that one will not do or accept something.
"Her refusal to cooperate delayed the project."
To renovate or redecorate something, especially a building.
"The company decided to refurbish its old office."
Shining brightly; radiant.
"The refulgent sun lit up the entire valley."
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."
The process of replanting an area with trees.
"Reforestation helps combat climate change by absorbing carbon."
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."
To bend light, sound, or heat as it passes through a medium.
"The water refracts light, making the straw look bent."
A person who works to improve laws, institutions, or social practices.
"Martin Luther King Jr. was a great social reformer."
To make changes to improve something, usually a system, law, or practice.
"The government plans to reform the healthcare system."
Capable of being reflected or bent back.
"The surface was highly reflexible, bouncing light in different directions."
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."
