Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: A person who earns money from their investments or property rather than from working.

Example: The rentier enjoyed a comfortable lifestyle thanks to his investments in real estate.

Definition: The act of giving up or rejecting something, often a belief or a claim, usually in a formal way.

Example: His renunciation of wealth surprised everyone who knew him.

Definition: Relating to the act of giving up or rejecting something, often in a formal or official way.

Example: His renunciatory stance on the agreement surprised everyone at the meeting.

Definition: A legal term referring to the process of sending a case or matter back to a lower court or authority for further action or decision.

Example: The judge decided to renvoi the case to the original court for reconsideration.

Definition: To arrange or organize something again, often in a different way or style.

Example: The composer decided to reorchestrate the symphony for a smaller ensemble.

Definition: The process of arranging or adapting music for an orchestra again, often after an initial version has been created.

Example: The reorchestration of the symphony brought a fresh sound to the classic piece.

Definition: To change the direction or focus of something again after it has been changed or confused.

Example: After the meeting, we need to reorientate our strategy to better meet the new goals.

Definition: A process in which a substance is oxidized again after having been reduced, often involving the addition of oxygen or the removal of electrons.

Example: The reoxidation of hemoglobin is crucial for transporting oxygen in the blood.

Definition: To undergo the process of combining with oxygen again after having been reduced.

Example: The metal will reoxidize if exposed to air for too long.

Definition: Compensation or payment made to correct a wrong or to make up for damage or injury.

Example: The country sought reparation for the damages caused during the conflict.