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Topic: History

restoration

IPA: /ˌrɛstəˈreɪʃən/

KK: /ˌrɛstəˈreɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of bringing something back to its original condition or state after it has been damaged or altered.

Example: The restoration of the old church took several years and a lot of money.

resurgence

IPA: /rɪˈsɜːrdʒəns/

KK: /rɪˈsɜrʤəns/

noun

Definition: A return to a previous state or condition, especially after a period of decline or inactivity.

Example: The resurgence of interest in traditional crafts has led to a revival of many old techniques.

retrocede

IPA: //ˌrɛtrəˈsiːd//

KK: /rɛtrəˈsid/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move backward or return to a previous position or state.

Example: After the storm, the water began to retrocede, revealing the beach once again.

transitive verb

Definition: To give back or return something, especially land or territory, to its previous owner or authority.

Example: The country decided to retrocede the territory to its original inhabitants.

retrodict

IPA: /ˈrɛtrəˌdɪkt/

KK: /ˈrɛtrəˌdɪkt/

verb

Definition: To try to understand or explain something that happened in the past by using information from the present.

Example: Scientists often retrodict past climate conditions using current data.

retrogression

IPA: /ˌrɛtrəˈɡrɛʃən/

KK: /rɛtrəˈɡrɛʃən/

noun

Definition: A process of returning to a simpler or less developed state, often involving decline or deterioration.

Example: The retrogression of the species was evident as their habitat was destroyed.

retrogressively

IPA: /ˌrɛtrəˈɡrɛsɪvli/

KK: /rɛtrəˈɡrɛsɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that involves returning to a previous state or condition, often worse than before.

Example: The project was moving forward, but due to unforeseen circumstances, it started to develop retrogressively.

retrospect

IPA: /ˈrɛtrəspɛkt/

KK: /ˈrɛtrəˌspɛkt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To think about or consider past events or experiences.

Example: In retrospect, I realize that I should have taken that opportunity.

noun

Definition: A way of thinking about or looking back at things that happened in the past.

Example: In retrospect, I realize that I should have studied harder for the exam.

transitive verb

Definition: To think about or consider past events or experiences.

Example: In retrospect, I realize that I should have taken that opportunity.

retrospective

IPA: /ˌrɛtrəˈspɛktɪv/

KK: /ˌrɛtrəˈspɛktɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or looking back at past events or experiences.

Example: The museum held a retrospective exhibition showcasing the artist's work over the years.

noun

Definition: A show or collection that displays the works of an artist from a long period of time.

Example: The museum held a retrospective of the famous painter's work, showcasing pieces from his entire career.

retrospectively

IPA: /ˌrɛtrəˈspɛktɪvli/

KK: /ˌrɛtrəˈspɛktɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that looks back on or considers past events or situations.

Example: Retrospectively, I realize that I should have made different choices in my career.

reunification

IPA: /ˌriːjuːnɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /riːˌjuːnɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of bringing together things or people that were separated, especially in the context of a country that was divided.

Example: The reunification of the two countries was celebrated by many citizens.

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