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Exam: TOEFL

reverence

IPA: /ˈrɛvərəns/

KK: /ˈrɛvərəns/

noun

Definition: A strong feeling of deep respect and admiration for someone or something, often mixed with love.

Example: She spoke of her teacher with great reverence, acknowledging his influence on her life.

transitive verb

Definition: To regard someone or something with deep respect and admiration.

Example: Many people show reverence for their cultural traditions.

reverent

IPA: /ˈrɛvərənt/

KK: /ˈrɛvərənt/

adjective

Definition: Showing deep respect or admiration for someone or something, often in a serious or solemn way.

Example: The audience listened with reverent silence as the speaker shared his experiences.

reverential

IPA: /ˌrɛv.əˈrɛn.ʃəl/

KK: /rɛvˈɛrɛnʃəl/

adjective

Definition: Showing deep respect or admiration for someone or something.

Example: The audience listened with reverential silence as the speaker shared his wisdom.

reverentially

IPA: /ˌrɛv.əˈrɛn.ʃə.li/

KK: /rɛvərˈɛnʃəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows deep respect or admiration, often in a religious or solemn context.

Example: The crowd stood reverentially as the ceremony began.

reverently

IPA: /ˈrɛvərəntli/

KK: /ˈrɛvərəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows deep respect or admiration.

Example: She spoke reverently about her grandmother's achievements.

reverie

IPA: /ˈrɛvəri/

KK: /ˈrɛvəri/

noun

Definition: A state of being lost in thought or daydreaming, often reflecting on pleasant memories or fantasies.

Example: She often drifts into a reverie during her long walks in the park.

reverify

IPA: /ˌriːˈvɛrɪfaɪ/

KK: /riˈvərɪˌfaɪ/

verb

Definition: To check or confirm something again to ensure it is correct or accurate.

Example: The technician had to reverify the system settings before proceeding with the installation.

reversal

IPA: /rɪˈvɜːrsl/

KK: /rɪˈvɜrsəl/

noun

Definition: A change that goes in the opposite direction or a situation that is turned around, often resulting in a negative outcome.

Example: The company faced a sudden reversal in profits this quarter.

reverse

IPA: /rɪˈvɜːrs/

KK: /rɪˈvɜrs/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that moves or is arranged in the opposite direction or order from what is usual or expected.

Example: The reverse side of the coin has a different design than the front.

intransitive verb

Definition: To turn or move in the opposite direction or to change to the opposite state.

Example: The car can reverse quickly when needed.

noun

Definition: A change to an opposite position or direction, or a setback in fortune.

Example: The company faced several reverses before finally achieving success.

transitive verb

Definition: To change something to its opposite or to go backward in direction or order.

Example: The driver had to reverse the car to get out of the tight parking space.

reversibility

IPA: /rɪˈvɜːrsəˌbɪlɪti/

KK: /rɪˈvɜrsəˌbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being able to return to a previous condition or state.

Example: The reversibility of the chemical reaction allows it to be undone easily.

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