Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: To respond to an action, especially a harmful one, by doing something similar in return.

Example: After being insulted, he decided to retaliate by spreading rumors about her.

Definition: To respond to an action or injury by causing harm or doing something unpleasant to the person who caused it.

Example: After being insulted, he decided to retaliate by spreading rumors about her.

Definition: A response to an action, often involving harm or punishment, usually because of a previous wrong or injury.

Example: The country faced retaliation after it imposed sanctions on its neighbor.

Definition: Describing actions taken in response to harm or injury, often as a way to get back at someone.

Example: The country launched a retaliatory strike after the attack on its borders.

Definition: Describing something that slows down or prevents a process, often used in relation to fire safety.

Example: The firefighters used a flame-retardant material to protect the building from fire damage.

Definition: Having the ability to remember or keep information easily.

Example: She has a retentive mind, which helps her excel in her studies.

Definition: In a way that shows the ability to remember or hold onto information.

Example: She learned the material retentively, recalling every detail during the exam.

Definition: The quality of being quiet or not revealing one's thoughts easily; a reluctance to speak or express feelings.

Example: Her reticence in meetings often made it difficult for her colleagues to understand her opinions.

Definition: Not willing to speak or share thoughts; quiet and reserved.

Example: She was reticent about her plans for the future.

Definition: In a way that shows reluctance to speak or share thoughts; being reserved or quiet.

Example: She spoke reticently during the meeting, only answering questions when necessary.

Definition: Having a net-like structure or pattern; complex and intricate in design.

Example: The artist created a reticular pattern that resembled a delicate web.