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Exam: IELTS

recent

IPA: /ˈriːsənt/

KK: /ˈrisənt/

adjective

Definition: Something that is new or has happened not long ago.

Example: I just read a recent article about climate change.

recently

IPA: /ˈriːsəntli/

KK: /ˈrisəntli/

adverb

Definition: In the past few days or weeks; not long ago.

Example: I recently started learning how to play the guitar.

recentness

IPA: /ˈriːsəntnəs/

KK: /ˈrisəntnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being new or having happened not long ago.

Example: The recentness of the news surprised everyone in the office.

receptive

IPA: /rɪˈsɛptɪv/

KK: /rɪˈsɛptɪv/

adjective

Definition: Willing to accept or consider new ideas, suggestions, or changes.

Example: She was very receptive to feedback during the meeting.

receptively

IPA: /rɪˈsɛptɪvli/

KK: /rɪˈsɛptɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows willingness to accept or consider new ideas or suggestions.

Example: She listened receptively to the feedback from her colleagues.

receptiveness

IPA: /rɪˈsɛptɪvnəs/

KK: /rɪˈsɛptɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being open to new ideas, suggestions, or experiences.

Example: Her receptiveness to feedback helped her improve her work significantly.

receptivity

IPA: /rɪˈsɛptɪvɪti/

KK: /rɪˈsɛptɪvɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being open to new ideas, experiences, or suggestions.

Example: Her receptivity to feedback helped her improve her work significantly.

receptor

IPA: /rɪˈsɛptər/

KK: /rɪˈsɛptər/

noun

Definition: A structure in a cell that can bind with specific substances like hormones or drugs, allowing the cell to respond to various signals.

Example: The receptor on the cell's surface detected the hormone and triggered a response.

recertification

IPA: /ˌriːsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌriːˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of officially confirming that someone or something meets certain standards again after a previous certification.

Example: After completing the required training, she received her recertification in first aid.

recess

IPA: /rɪˈsɛs/

KK: /rɪˈsɛs/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take a break or pause from a meeting or activity, often for a short period of time.

Example: The committee decided to recess for an hour to allow everyone to rest.

noun

Definition: A break or pause in activities, often used for relaxation or play, especially in schools. It can also refer to a small, hidden area or space.

Example: The children enjoyed their recess by playing games outside.

transitive verb

Definition: To create a hollow space or indentation in something, or to place something into a hollow space.

Example: The architect recessed the windows to give the building a unique look.

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