英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
Relating to or characteristic of a repertoire, especially in journalism or performance contexts.
"The journalist's repertorial style captured every detail of the unfolding story."
The entire range of skills, works, or pieces that a person or group is prepared to perform or use.
"The singer added a new song to her repertoire."
An unintended consequence occurring some time after an event or action; the effects or results of something.
"The economic repercussions of war are severe."
An unintended consequence or result of an action, often negative.
"The decision had serious economic repercussions."
feeling or expressing sincere regret and remorse; sorry for one's actions
"The repentant thief returned the stolen money."
Deep regret or remorse for wrongdoing; sincere sorrow for one's sins or mistakes.
"He showed true repentance after apologizing for his mistakes."
Able to drive away something, especially insects or unpleasant things; causing disgust or distaste.
"This cream is highly effective as a mosquito repellent."
To drive back or push away, especially an attack or something unwanted.
"The army managed to repel the enemy forces."
done again; happening again; occurring multiple times
"He made repeated attempts to contact her."
to say again or do again
"Could you please repeat that sentence?"
To return someone to their own country, often after war or imprisonment.
"The government worked to repatriate the refugees safely."
A meal or the food eaten during a meal.
"They enjoyed a delicious repast by the riverside."
A quick, witty, and clever reply in conversation.
"The debate was full of sharp repartee between the two speakers."
the making of amends for a wrong done by paying money or helping those who were wronged
"The government offered reparations to the victims of the conflict."
able to be repaired or fixed
"The damage to the car was serious but still reparable."
a person whose job is to fix damaged or broken things
"The repairer fixed the broken washing machine quickly."
able to be fixed or mended; capable of being repaired
"The broken phone is repairable with the right parts."
to arrange something again in a different way for greater efficiency or order
"The manager decided to reorganize the team structure."
the formal rejection or giving up of something, usually a belief, claim, or way of life
"His renunciation of worldly pleasures impressed the monks."
an arrangement in which something is rented, or the amount paid for renting
"The car rental was more expensive than we expected."
payment made regularly by a tenant to a landlord for the use of property or land; also to pay for the use of something
"They decided to rent an apartment in the city center."
famous or well-known for a particular skill or achievement
"She is a renowned artist in the country."
the condition of being widely known and highly respected
"The scientist gained international renown for his groundbreaking research."
the act of renovating; restoration to a former better state
"The old house underwent a complete renovation last year."
in a way that is repeated or done many times
"She apologized repeatedly for the mistake."
Strange, odd, or unusual.
"He had a queer feeling that something was wrong."
To suppress or put an end to something, usually by force.
"The police were called to quell the violent protest."
To satisfy thirst or extinguish something like fire.
"He drank water to quench his thirst."
The act of satisfying thirst or extinguishing something like fire.
"Drinking cold water was quenching her thirst."
Complaining in a whining or irritable manner.
"The querulous customer kept finding fault with every detail."
A question, especially one addressed to an official or organization; to ask a question or express doubt.
"She raised a query about the accuracy of the report."
a long search for something that is difficult to find
"They went on a quest to find the lost treasure."
A sentence designed to elicit information; or to ask something.
"She asked a difficult question during the meeting."
doubtful; dubious; suspicious; open to doubt or suspicion
"His questionable business practices led to an investigation."
a set of written questions used to collect information or opinions
"Participants filled out a detailed questionnaire about their habits."
A line or sequence of people or vehicles awaiting their turn; to wait in line.
"People queued outside the theater for tickets."
A state of alertness or vigilance.
"The guards were on the qui vive during the night."
Making little or no noise; free from disturbance.
"The library is a very quiet place to study."
Representing the most typical or perfect example of a quality or class.
"He is the quintessential gentleman."
The purest or most perfect example of something.
"She is the quintessence of elegance."
a warm bed covering made of padding enclosed between layers of fabric
"Grandmother made a beautiful quilt for my bed."
Something that ends or settles a situation; release from life, death.
"The scandal brought a quietus to his political career."
A state of stillness and tranquility.
"She enjoys the quietude of the countryside."
in a silent or calm manner
"He spoke quietly so no one would hear."
to make or become faster; to accelerate
"His pulse began to quicken as he approached the finish line."
at a fast speed
"She finished the test quickly."
Mercury; a liquid metal, or something that is quick and unpredictable.
"His mood was as changeable as quicksilver."
