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Exam: IELTS

rebuild

IPA: /rɪˈbɪld/

KK: /riˈbɪld/

transitive verb

Definition: To construct something again after it has been damaged or destroyed.

Example: After the storm, the community came together to rebuild the damaged houses.

rebuke

IPA: /rɪˈbjuːk/

KK: /rɪˈbjuk/

noun

Definition: A strong expression of disapproval or criticism directed at someone for their actions or behavior.

Example: The teacher gave a rebuke to the student for being late to class.

transitive verb

Definition: To criticize someone sharply or to express disapproval of their actions.

Example: The teacher had to rebuke the student for being late to class.

rebuker

IPA: /rɪˈbjuːkər/

KK: /rɪˈbjukər/

noun

Definition: A person who criticizes or scolds someone for their behavior or actions.

Example: The teacher was a stern rebuker, always pointing out mistakes to help her students improve.

rebut

IPA: /rɪˈbʌt/

KK: /rɪˈbʌt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To present evidence or arguments that contradict or oppose something that has been said or claimed.

Example: During the debate, she decided to rebut the accusations made against her.

transitive verb

Definition: To argue against something or to prove that it is wrong by providing evidence or reasons.

Example: The lawyer was able to rebut the accusations with strong evidence.

rebuttable

IPA: /rɪˈbʌtəbl/

KK: /rɪˈbʌtəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be challenged or disproven with evidence or argument.

Example: The lawyer presented a rebuttable presumption in court, allowing the opposing side to provide evidence against it.

rebuttal

IPA: /rɪˈbʌtəl/

KK: /rɪˈbʌtəl/

noun

Definition: A response or statement that argues against something, often used to counter an argument or claim.

Example: During the debate, she prepared a strong rebuttal to his points.

rebutter

IPA: /rɪˈbʌtə/

KK: /rɪˈbʌtər/

noun

Definition: A person who argues against or disproves a statement or claim.

Example: The rebutter presented strong evidence to counter the accusations made against him.

recalcitrant

IPA: /rɪˈkæl.sɪ.trənt/

KK: /rɪˈkæl.sɪ.trənt/

adjective

Definition: This word describes someone or something that is stubbornly resistant to control or authority, often refusing to follow rules or guidance.

Example: The recalcitrant student refused to follow the teacher's instructions during the class.

noun

Definition: A person who is stubbornly resistant to authority or control.

Example: The recalcitrant student refused to follow the teacher's instructions.

recalculate

IPA: /ˌriːˈkæl.keɪt/

KK: /ˌriːˈkæl.keɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To perform a calculation again, usually to correct mistakes or to include new information.

Example: After noticing the mistake, she had to recalculate the total cost of the project.

recalibrate

IPA: /ˌriːˈkælɪˌbreɪt/

KK: /ˌriːˈkælɪˌbreɪt/

verb

Definition: To adjust or fine-tune something again to ensure it works correctly or accurately.

Example: The technician had to recalibrate the machine after it was moved to a new location.

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