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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

reciprocating

IPA: /rɪˈsɪprəˌkeɪtɪŋ/

KK: /rɪˈsɪprəˌkeɪtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that moves back and forth in a regular pattern.

Example: The reciprocating motion of the engine helps it to function efficiently.

verb

Definition: To move back and forth in a regular pattern or to give and receive in return.

Example: The reciprocating motion of the engine helps it run smoothly.

reciprocity

IPA: /ˌrɛsɪˈprɒsɪti/

KK: /ˌrɛsɪˈprɑsɪti/

noun

Definition: A situation where two parties give and receive something from each other, often in terms of benefits or privileges.

Example: The two countries established a system of reciprocity to enhance trade relations.

recision

IPA: /rɪˈsɪʒən/

KK: /rɪˈsɪʒən/

noun

Definition: The act of officially ending or canceling something, such as a law or agreement.

Example: The recision of the contract was necessary due to the breach of terms.

recitative

IPA: /ˌrɛsɪtəˈtiːv/

KK: /ˌrɛsɪtəˈtiv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a style of vocal music that is similar to speech, often used in operas and oratorios.

Example: The singer performed a beautiful recitative that conveyed the emotions of the character.

noun

Definition: A style of vocal music in which the singer speaks the text in a rhythm that resembles natural speech, often used in operas and oratorios.

Example: The singer performed a beautiful recitative that captured the audience's attention.

recitativo

IPA: /ˌrɛsɪtəˈtiːvoʊ/

KK: /ˌrɛsɪtəˈtivoʊ/

noun

Definition: A style of vocal music that is sung in a speech-like manner, often used in operas and oratorios to advance the plot or express emotions.

Example: In the opera, the singer performed a beautiful recitativo that conveyed the character's deep feelings.

recklessness

IPA: /ˈrɛkləsnəs/

KK: /ˈrɛk.ləs.nəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of acting without thinking about the possible dangers or consequences, often leading to risky or dangerous situations.

Example: His recklessness on the road resulted in a serious accident.

reclassify

IPA: /ˌriːˈklæsɪfaɪ/

KK: /riˈklæsɪˌfaɪ/

verb

Definition: To assign a new category or classification to something that has already been classified.

Example: The committee decided to reclassify the species after new research was published.

reclusive

IPA: /rɪˈkluːsɪv/

KK: /rɪˈkluːsɪv/

adjective

Definition: Someone who prefers to be alone and avoids social interactions with others.

Example: The reclusive author rarely attended public events and preferred to write in solitude.

recognizability

IPA: /ˌrɛkəɡnaɪzəˈbɪləti/

KK: /ˌrɛkəɡˈnaɪzəˌbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being able to be recognized or identified.

Example: The recognizability of the brand increased after the new advertising campaign.

recognizance

IPA: /ˌrɛkəɡˈnɪzəns/

KK: /ˌrɛkəgˈnɪzəns/

noun

Definition: A legal agreement where a person promises to do something, often to appear in court, usually involving a sum of money as a guarantee.

Example: He was released on his own recognizance, promising to return for his court date.

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