Exam word list
英语专业八级词表
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浏览英语专业八级词汇的释义、构词与词源。 共 3,984 个词,本页显示 117 个可用词条。
relent
vTo finally agree to do something after refusing or to become less severe, harsh, or strict.
relentless
adjcontinuing in a severe or extreme way; never stopping or becoming less intense
relinquish
vto voluntarily give up or let go of something, such as a right, claim, or possession.
relish
nGreat enjoyment or pleasure derived from something.
remedial
adjintended to correct or improve something, especially skills that are not good enough
remembrance
nThe act of remembering and showing respect for someone who has died or something in the past.
reminiscent
adjtending to remind you of someone or something else
remission
nA temporary period during which a serious illness improves or seems to stop
remit
vTo send money as payment
remittance
nA sum of money sent, especially by mail or electronic transfer, in payment for goods or services or as a gift.
remnant
nA small remaining quantity of something.
remorse
nA deep feeling of sadness and regret for something wrong that one has done.
remorseful
adjFeeling deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed.
remorseless
adjshowing no pity or feeling of sorrow for the suffering of others; merciless
remunerate
vTo pay someone for work or services.
remuneration
nPayment for work or services.
rend
vTo tear something apart violently or with great force.
rendezvous
nA meeting at an agreed time and place.
rendition
nA performance of a piece of music, a role in a play, etc.
renegade
na person who deserts and betrays an organization, country, or set of principles.
renown
nthe state of being famous and respected for a particular quality, skill, or achievement.
renunciation
nThe formal rejection of something, typically a belief, claim, or course of action.
reparation
nThe act of making amends for a wrong or injury, often through compensation.
repellent
adjCausing disgust or distaste; repulsive.
repentance
nthe act of showing that you are sorry for something wrong you have done
repercussion
nan unintended and usually negative consequence or effect of an action or event.
repertoire
nthe collection of plays, songs, pieces of music, etc., that a performer or company knows and can perform
repine
vTo feel or express sadness, discontent, or longing; to fret or complain.
replenish
vto make something full or complete again by replacing what has been used or is missing.
replica
nAn exact copy or model of something, especially one on a smaller scale than the original.
replicate
vTo make an exact copy of something.
repository
na place, room, or container where things are stored
repress
vto not allow something, especially a feeling, to be expressed
repression
nThe act of using force or authority to control people and prevent them from protesting or rebelling.
repressive
adj(Of a government, system, or person) using force to control people and restrict their freedom or development.
reprimand
vto express sharp disapproval or criticism of someone because of their behavior or actions.
reprisal
nan act of retaliation, especially one committed by one country against another during a conflict.
reprove
vto express disapproval of someone's behavior; to criticize or correct someone, usually in a gentle or kind way.
repudiate
vTo refuse to accept or be associated with something; to reject it as untrue or unjust.
repugnant
adjextremely unpleasant or offensive
repulse
vTo drive back or repel an attack or attacker.
repulsion
nA feeling of strong dislike or disgust; revulsion.
repulsive
adjcausing a strong feeling of dislike or disgust; very unpleasant
reputable
adjhaving a good reputation; respected and trusted
repute
nThe opinion generally held of someone or something; reputation.
requiem
nA Christian religious ceremony for a dead person, especially a Mass.
requisite
adjnecessary for a particular purpose
requisition
nan official order laying claim to the use of property or materials.
reservist
nA member of a military reserve force.
reshape
vTo change the shape or structure of something.
reshuffle
vTo shuffle something again, especially a pack of cards.
resigned
adjHaving accepted something unpleasant that one cannot change
resilience
nthe ability of a substance or object to spring back into shape; elasticity.
resin
nA sticky substance produced by some plants and trees, especially pine trees, that becomes yellow and hard after it is collected.
resinous
adjhaving the qualities of or containing resin
resounding
adj(of a sound) loud and echoing
respectability
nthe quality or state of being considered socially acceptable and of good character
respite
na short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant
resplendent
adjshining brilliantly; characterized by a glowing or dazzling splendor.
restful
adjHaving a quiet and soothing quality that makes you feel relaxed and peaceful.
restitution
nthe act of giving back something that was lost or stolen to its owner.
resultant
adjoccurring or produced as a result or consequence of something.
resumption
nthe act of beginning something again after a pause or interruption
resurgent
adjbecoming active, popular, or successful again after a period of quiet or decline
resurrect
vto bring someone back to life after they have died
resurrection
nThe act of rising from the dead or returning to life.
resuscitation
nThe act of reviving someone from unconsciousness or apparent death, especially by medical intervention.
retainer
nA fee paid in advance to someone, especially a lawyer, to secure their services when required.
retaliate
vTo do something harmful or unpleasant to someone because they have done something harmful or unpleasant to you.
retard
vTo make something slower or happen later; to delay the progress or development of something.
retention
nThe act of keeping something or the state of being kept.
reticent
adjunwilling to speak about your thoughts or feelings; reserved
retribution
nPunishment inflicted on someone as vengeance for a wrong or criminal act.
retrievable
adjAble to be retrieved or recovered.
retrieval
nthe process of getting something back, especially from a place where it is stored
retrieve
vto get or bring something back from somewhere
retrospect
na view or consideration of past events
retrospective
adjlooking back on or dealing with past events or situations
revamp
vTo change or improve the appearance, structure, or condition of something; to renovate or revise.
revel
vTo take great pleasure or delight in something.
revere
vTo feel or show deep respect and admiration for someone or something, especially of a sacred or exalted nature.
reverence
na feeling of profound respect and admiration mixed with awe or fear.
reverend
adj(used as a title or form of address for members of the christian clergy)
reverent
adjfeeling or showing deep and solemn respect.
reverie
na state of being pleasantly lost in one's thoughts; a daydream.
reversion
na return to a previous state, practice, or belief.
revert
vto return to a previous state, condition, or subject
revoke
vto officially cancel the effect of a decision, law, or document so that it no longer has any legal force
revulsion
nA strong feeling of disgust and disapproval
rhinoceros
na large, thick-skinned animal of africa and asia with one or two horns on its nose
ribald
adjReferring to humor or language that is coarse, vulgar, or irreverent in a humorous way.
rickets
nA disease of children caused by a lack of vitamin D, calcium, or phosphate, characterized by softening and deformity of the bones.
rickety
adj(of a structure or piece of equipment) poorly made and likely to collapse or break
rickshaw
na small, light vehicle with two wheels that is pulled by one person on foot or riding a bicycle, used especially in parts of Asia for carrying passengers.
rift
nA crack, split, or break in something
rig
vTo arrange or control something in a dishonest or unfair way for a particular purpose.
righteous
adjmorally good; acting in a way that is considered morally right or justifiable.
rigorous
adjextremely thorough and careful
rind
nThe thick, hard outer layer or skin of particular fruits and foods, such as oranges, lemons, or cheese.
rink
nA large, flat, enclosed area of ice for skating, hockey, or curling.
rinse
vto wash something with clean water only, not using soap
rip-roaring
adjFull of energy, excitement, or noisy fun; boisterous.
rivet
na short metal pin or bolt for holding together two pieces of metal or other thick material, its headless end being beaten out or pressed down when in place.
roach
na cockroach, an insect with a flat, oval body and long antennae, often considered a pest.
robust
adjstrong and healthy; vigorous.
rocker
na curved piece of wood or metal on the bottom of a chair or cradle that allows it to move backwards and forwards.
rodent
nA type of small mammal with sharp front teeth used for gnawing, such as a rat, mouse, squirrel, or beaver.
rodeo
nA public performance or competition in which cowboys show their skills at riding wild horses and catching cattle with ropes.
rookie
nA person who is new to and has little experience in an activity, job, or situation, especially a sport or the military.
roost
na place where birds, especially domestic fowl, regularly settle to rest or sleep
rooster
nAn adult male chicken.
rosette
na rose-shaped ornament, typically made of ribbon or carved stone, often awarded as a prize or used as a symbol.
rostrum
nA small raised platform that a person stands on to be seen by an audience, for example when making a speech or conducting an orchestra.
rota
na list of people's names and the times when they are required to do a particular job or duty
rotor
na part of a machine that spins around, especially the rotating assembly in an electric motor, turbine, or helicopter.
rouge
nA red powder or cream used for colouring the cheeks or lips.
roughen
vto become rough or make something rough