recoil
/rɪˈkɔɪl/
re · coil
rɪ · ˈkɔɪl
English Definition
v. draw back in fear
Significado en Español
retroceso, retroceder
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự giật lùi, co lại
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
re(return)+coil(curl)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
In the face of unexpected danger, she could only _____ in fear.
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A
advance
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B
recoil
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C
celebrate
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D
ponder
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B — recoil.
“recoil” means v. draw back in fear
Common questions about “recoil”
What does “recoil” mean?
recoil — v. draw back in fear. In Chinese: 弹回，退缩.
How do you pronounce “recoil”?
recoil is pronounced /rɪˈkɔɪl/. It breaks into 2 syllables: re · coil.
Is “recoil” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. recoil appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “recoil”?
re(return)+coil(curl)
