Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

Definition: The action of officially ending or canceling a law or rule.

Example: The government decided to pass a repeal of the outdated law.

Definition: To officially cancel or remove a law, rule, or decision.

Example: The government decided to repeal the outdated law.

Definition: Able to be canceled or revoked, especially in the context of laws or regulations.

Example: The new law is repealable, meaning it can be canceled if necessary.

Definition: To put something away or store it in a specific place; to return something to its original position.

Example: After using the tools, please reposit them in the toolbox.

Definition: A temporary delay or cancellation of a punishment or a difficult situation.

Example: The judge granted a reprieval to the defendant, allowing more time to prepare for the trial.

Definition: To bring something back to its original condition or state.

Example: The team worked hard to repristinate the old building to its former glory.

Definition: The act of returning something to its original condition or state, often referring to a renewal or restoration process.

Example: The repristination of the old building brought back its historical charm.

Definition: The act of expressing strong disapproval or condemnation of something or someone.

Example: The teacher's reprobance of cheating was clear when she gave a stern warning to the class.

Definition: To reject or refuse to accept something, especially a belief, claim, or responsibility.

Example: She decided to repudiate the accusations made against her.

Definition: The process of emitting radiation after absorbing it from another source.

Example: The reradiation of heat from the Earth's surface is crucial for maintaining the planet's temperature.

Definition: To cancel or take back a decision, agreement, or law, making it no longer valid.

Example: The company decided to rescind the job offer after the background check revealed discrepancies.