Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: The quality or ability of something to be drawn back or pulled in.

Example: The retractility of the material allows it to return to its original shape after being stretched.

Definition: The act of taking back or withdrawing something that was previously said or written, often in a formal way.

Example: The scientist issued a retraction of her earlier claims after new evidence was presented.

Definition: To provide training again to someone or something, often to improve skills or knowledge that may have been lost or to learn new methods.

Example: After changing careers, she had to retrain to gain the necessary skills for her new job.

Definition: New or different training, often to learn skills for a different job or field.

Example: After losing his job, he decided to pursue retraining in computer programming.

Definition: To teach someone new skills or knowledge again, especially to help them adapt to new job requirements or changes in their work environment.

Example: The company is retraining its employees to use the new software effectively.

Definition: To translate something again, often to improve accuracy or clarity.

Example: The author decided to retranslate the book to better convey the original meaning.

Definition: To translate something that has already been translated into a different language or form.

Example: After the first translation was completed, the author decided to retranslate the book into a more modern language.

Definition: The act of translating something again or in a new way.

Example: The retranslation of the novel provided a fresh perspective on the original text.

Definition: To reduce costs or expenses, often by cutting back on spending.

Example: The company decided to retrench in order to save money during the economic downturn.

Definition: To reduce or cut back on something, often in terms of expenses or resources.

Example: The company decided to retrench its workforce to save costs during the economic downturn.

Definition: A form of punishment or compensation given in response to a wrong or injury, often seen as deserved or just.

Example: The criminal faced retribution for his actions in court.

Definition: Relating to punishment or revenge for a wrong that has been done.

Example: The judge imposed a retributive sentence to ensure justice was served.

Definition: Relating to punishment or revenge for a wrong that has been done.

Example: The judge imposed a retributory sentence to ensure justice was served.