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Topic: Politics

resistance

IPA: /rɪˈzɪstəns/

KK: /rɪˈzɪstəns/

adjective

Definition: Not applicable as 'resistance' is not an adjective; it refers to the ability to withstand or oppose something, often used in contexts like physics or health.

Example: The resistance of the material made it difficult to break.

noun

Definition: The ability to oppose or withstand something, such as force, disease, or electrical current.

Example: The resistance of the material made it suitable for use in electrical circuits.

resister

IPA: /rɪˈzɪstər/

KK: /rɪˈzɪstər/

noun

Definition: A person who opposes or fights against something, especially a government or a common action.

Example: The resister organized protests to voice their opposition to the new law.

resolution

IPA: /ˌrɛzəˈluːʃən/

KK: /ˌrɛzəˈluːʃən/

noun

Definition: A decision or plan made to achieve something, often after careful thought.

Example: She made a resolution to exercise more this year.

resolve

IPA: /rɪˈzɒlv/

KK: /rɪˈzɑlv/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a firm decision about something or to find a solution to a problem.

Example: After much discussion, they decided to resolve their differences peacefully.

noun

Definition: A strong decision or determination to do something; a firm commitment to a goal or purpose.

Example: Her resolve to finish the project on time inspired the whole team.

transitive verb

Definition: To find a solution to a problem or to make a firm decision about something.

Example: After much discussion, they were able to resolve their differences and come to an agreement.

responsa

IPA: /rɪˈspɒnsə/

KK: /rɪˈspɒnsə/

noun

Definition: A collection of written answers and rulings provided by legal experts in response to specific questions.

Example: The lawyer referred to several responsa to support her argument in court.

responsibility

IPA: /rɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪlɪti/

KK: /rɪˌspɑnsəˈbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: A duty or obligation that someone is responsible for; it can also refer to the state of being accountable for something.

Example: Taking care of your pet is a big responsibility.

restitute

IPA: /ˈrɛstəˌtjuːt/

KK: /ˈrɛstəˌtut/

intransitive verb

Definition: To go through the process of returning something to its rightful owner or restoring it to its original state.

Example: After the court's decision, the company had to restitute the stolen funds to the victims.

transitive verb

Definition: To return something to its original state or to give back what was taken away.

Example: The company had to restitute the money to the customers who were overcharged.

restitution

IPA: /ˌrɛstəˈtjuːʃən/

KK: /ˌrɛstəˈtuːʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of returning something to its original owner or restoring it to a previous state, often as a way to compensate for loss or damage.

Example: The court ordered restitution for the damages caused by the accident.

restrain

IPA: /rɪˈstreɪn/

KK: /rɪˈstreɪn/

transitive verb

Definition: To hold someone or something back from acting freely or to limit their movement or actions.

Example: The police had to restrain the crowd to prevent any violence.

restrainer

IPA: /rɪˈstreɪnər/

KK: /rɪˈstreɪnər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that prevents or limits something from happening or being expressed.

Example: The restrainer was used to keep the animals calm during the transport.

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