Vocab

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reserve

N. self-control:formal but distant manner

resigned

adj. unresistant: patiently submissive

resolution

N. determination:resolve

resolve

n. determination;firmness of purpose

resolve

v.decide:settle:solve

respite

n. interval of relief; time for rest; delay in punishment

resplendent

adj. dazzling; glorious; brilliant

restraint

n. controlling force; control over one's emotions

reticent

adj. reserved; uncommunicative; inclined to be silent

retiring

adj. modest; shy

retract

v. withdraw; take back

reverant

respectful

rehetorical

adj. pertaining to effective communication; insincere language

rigorous

adj, severe; harsh; demanding; exact

robust

adj. vigorous; strong

ruthless

adj. pitiless; cruel

sagacious

adj. perceptive; shrewd; having insight

sage

n. person celebrated for wisdom

sanction

v. approve; ratify

sanctuary

n. refuge; shelter; shrine; holy place

rudimentary

adj. not developed; elementary; crude