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Exam: SAT (English)

revision

IPA: /rɪˈvɪʒən/

KK: /rɪˈvɪʒən/

noun

Definition: The process of changing or improving something, often a written work, to make it better or correct mistakes.

Example: I need to do a revision of my essay before submitting it.

revisionist

IPA: /rɪˈvɪʒənɪst/

KK: /rɪˈvɪʒənɪst/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the practice of revising or changing established beliefs or historical interpretations.

Example: The historian took a revisionist approach to the events of the past, challenging the traditional narratives.

noun

Definition: A person who supports changes or reinterpretations of established ideas, especially in history or politics.

Example: The revisionist argued that the events of the past should be viewed from a different perspective.

revolution

IPA: /ˌrɛvəˈluːʃən/

KK: /ˌrɛvəˈluːʃən/

noun

Definition: A significant change or movement, often involving a complete turn or cycle, especially in a political or social context.

Example: The revolution led to major changes in the government and society.

rewrite

IPA: /ˈriːraɪt/

KK: /riˈraɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make changes or improvements to something that has already been written.

Example: She decided to rewrite her essay to make it clearer and more engaging.

noun

Definition: A version of something that has been changed or rewritten, often to improve it or make it clearer.

Example: The editor requested a rewrite of the article to enhance its clarity and flow.

transitive verb

Definition: To write something again, often in a different or better way.

Example: The author decided to rewrite the ending of the story to make it more exciting.

rewriting

IPA: /ˈriːˌraɪtɪŋ/

KK: /riˈwaɪtɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of writing something again or in a different way, often to improve it or make it clearer.

Example: The author is focused on the rewriting of the manuscript to enhance its clarity.

verb

Definition: The action of writing something again, often to improve it or change its content.

Example: She is rewriting her essay to make it clearer and more engaging.

rhetor

IPA: /ˈrɛtər/

KK: /ˈrɛtər/

noun

Definition: A person who teaches or practices the art of effective speaking and writing, often in a formal setting.

Example: The rhetor captivated the audience with his powerful speech.

rhetoric

IPA: /ˈrɛtərɪk/

KK: /ˈrɛtərɪk/

noun

Definition: The art of using language in a persuasive or effective way, often in speaking or writing. It can also refer to language that sounds impressive but may lack sincerity or meaning.

Example: The politician's speech was full of rhetoric, aiming to persuade the audience with powerful words.

rhetorically

IPA: /rɪˈtɔːrɪkli/

KK: /rɪˈtɔrɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the art of effective speaking or writing, often used to persuade or influence an audience.

Example: The speaker asked a question rhetorically, expecting the audience to think rather than answer.

rhomb

IPA: /rɒm/

KK: /rɑm/

noun

Definition: A shape with four sides of equal length and opposite angles that are equal.

Example: The table is shaped like a rhomb.

rhomboid

IPA: /ˈrɒm.bɔɪd/

KK: /ˈrɑmˌbɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape that resembles a rhombus, which is a four-sided figure with opposite sides that are equal in length and opposite angles that are equal.

Example: The artist used a rhomboid pattern in her painting to create a sense of movement.

noun

Definition: A four-sided shape where opposite sides are equal in length and parallel, but the angles are not right angles and the adjacent sides are of different lengths.

Example: The artist used a rhomboid shape in her painting to create a sense of movement.

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