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Exam: IELTS

retaliatory

IPA: /rɪˈtæl.i.əˌtɔːr.i/

KK: /rɪˈtæl.i.əˌtɔːr.i/

adjective

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.

retardant

IPA: /rɪˈtɑːrdənt/

KK: /rɪˈtɑrdənt/

adjective

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.

reteach

IPA: /ˌriːˈtiːtʃ/

KK: /riˈtiːtʃ/

verb

Definition: To teach something again to someone, usually because they did not understand it the first time.

Example: The teacher had to reteach the lesson because many students were confused.

retell

IPA: /rɪˈtɛl/

KK: /rɪˈtɛl/

transitive verb

Definition: To tell a story or information again, often in a different way or with more detail.

Example: After reading the book, she was asked to retell the story to her classmates.

retelling

IPA: /ˈrɛtɛlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈrɛtɛlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A new version or adaptation of a story that tells it again in a different way.

Example: The retelling of the classic fairy tale introduced new characters and themes.

retention

IPA: /rɪˈtɛnʃən/

KK: /rɪˈtɛnʃən/

noun

Definition: The ability to keep or hold onto something, especially information or memories.

Example: The retention of knowledge is important for effective learning.

retentive

IPA: /rɪˈtɛntɪv/

KK: /rɪˈtɛntɪv/

adjective

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

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

retentively

IPA: /rɪˈtɛntɪvli/

KK: /rɪˈtɛntɪvli/

adverb

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.

retentiveness

IPA: /rɪˈtɛntɪvnəs/

KK: /rɪˈtɛntɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or ability to hold or retain information, memories, or substances.

Example: Her retentiveness allowed her to remember all the details from the lecture.

retest

IPA: //ˈriːtɛst//

KK: /ˈriːtɛst/

noun

Definition: A second or repeated examination or assessment to check results or understanding.

Example: The teacher decided to give a retest to the students who did not pass the first exam.

transitive verb

Definition: To conduct a test again, usually to verify results or check for consistency.

Example: The teacher decided to retest the students to ensure they understood the material.

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