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B2 adjective /əkˈsel.ə.reɪ.tɪd/

accelerated

beschleunigt
Meaning
Happening or developing faster than usual.
Example
The project progressed at an accelerated pace.
Das Projekt schritt mit beschleunigtem Tempo voran.
A2 noun /ˈeər kənˈdɪʃ.ən.ər/

Air conditioner

Klimaanlage
Meaning
a system that controls the temperature, humidity, and air quality in a building or room
Example
We turned on the air conditioner because it was too hot outside.
Wir haben die Klimaanlage eingeschaltet, weil es draußen zu heiß war.
B2 adjective /ˈæfluənt/

affluent

wohlhabend
Meaning
having a great deal of money; wealthy
Example
She grew up in an affluent neighborhood.
Sie wuchs in einem wohlhabenden Viertel auf.
C1 noun /ˈædɪdʒ/

adage

Sprichwort
Meaning
a short, well-known saying that expresses a general truth or piece of advice
Example
The old adage says that honesty is the best policy.
Das alte Sprichwort sagt, dass Ehrlichkeit die beste Politik ist.
C1 adverb /əˈbrɛst/

abreast

nebeneinander
Meaning
side by side and facing the same direction; informed about something
Example
The soldiers marched two abreast down the street.
Die Soldaten marschierten zu zweit nebeneinander die Straße entlang.
A1 preposition, conjunction, adverb /ˈæftər/

after

nach
Meaning
in the time following an event or another action
Example
We went for ice cream after the movie.
Wir gingen nach dem Film Eis essen.
C2 noun /ˌæbnɪˈɡeɪʃən/

abnegation

Selbstverleugnung
Meaning
the act of renouncing or rejecting something, especially self-denial
Example
The monk’s life was one of complete abnegation of worldly pleasures.
Das Leben des Mönchs war eine vollständige Selbstverleugnung weltlicher Freuden.
C2 noun /əˈfleɪtəs/

afflatus

göttliche Inspiration
Meaning
a sudden divine inspiration or creative impulse
Example
The poet wrote the verses under a sudden afflatus of inspiration.
Der Dichter schrieb die Verse unter einer plötzlichen göttlichen Inspiration.
C1 adverb /əˈtroʊʃəsli/

atrociously

grauenhaft
Meaning
in a very cruel, shocking, or extremely bad manner
Example
The service at the restaurant was atrociously slow.
Der Service im Restaurant war grauenhaft langsam.
C2 noun /əˈreɪ.bi.ən ˈdʒæz.mɪn/

Arabian Jasmine

Arabischer Jasmin
Meaning
A fragrant white flower native to South and Southeast Asia, commonly used in perfumes and religious ceremonies
Example
The Arabian jasmine filled the garden with its sweet fragrance.
Der arabische Jasmin füllte den Garten mit seinem süßen Duft.
B1 noun /əˈnaʊnsmənt/

announcement

ankündigung
Meaning
a public or formal statement giving information
Example
The principal made an important announcement about the new schedule.
Der Direktor machte eine wichtige Ankündigung über den neuen Zeitplan.
B2 noun /əˈlaɪnmənt/

alignment

Ausrichtung
Meaning
arrangement in a straight line or in proper position
Example
The alignment of the planets was perfect for the celestial event.
Die Ausrichtung der Planeten war perfekt für das himmlische Ereignis.
C2 noun /ˌæs.əˈfet.ɪ.də/

Asafoetida

Asafoetida
Meaning
a pungent spice derived from the resin of a plant, commonly used in Indian cooking
Example
A pinch of asafoetida adds a distinctive flavor to the lentil curry.
Eine Prise Asafoetida fügt dem Linsencurry einen einzigartigen Geschmack hinzu.
B2 noun /ɔːˈtɒn.ə.məs ˈviː.ɪ.kəlz/

autonomous vehicles

autonome Fahrzeuge
Meaning
Vehicles that can operate and move without human intervention or control.
Example
Autonomous vehicles are revolutionizing the future of transport.
Autonome Fahrzeuge revolutionieren die Zukunft des Transports.
C2 verb /ˈæbrəɡeɪt/

abrogate

abrogieren
Meaning
To formally repeal, cancel, or abolish a law, agreement, or custom.
Example
The government decided to abrogate the outdated treaty.
Die Regierung entschied sich, den veralteten Vertrag abzuschaffen.
B2 noun /əˈnætəmi/

anatomy

Anatomie
Meaning
the study of the structure of living things, especially the human body
Example
She is studying human anatomy at medical school.
Sie studiert menschliche Anatomie an der medizinischen Fakultät.
C1 adjective /ˈɔː.də.bəl/

Audible

hörbar
Meaning
able to be heard; loud enough to hear
Example
The speaker's voice was barely audible from the back of the large hall.
Die Stimme des Sprechers war kaum hörbar von hinten im großen Saal.
A1 adverb /ɔːlˈredi/

Already

schon; bereits; zuvor
Meaning
before now; by this time; previously
Example
I have already finished my homework for today.
Ich habe meine Hausaufgaben für heute schon erledigt.
C2 adjective /əˈkɜːrsɪd/

accursed

verflucht
Meaning
Doomed, detestable, or under a curse.
Example
The villagers avoided the accursed house on the hill.
Die Dorfbewohner vermieden das verfluchte Haus auf dem Hügel.
B1 verb /əˈmeɪz/

amaze

erstaunen
Meaning
to fill someone with great surprise or wonder
Example
The magician’s final trick amazed the audience.
Der letzte Trick des Zauberers erstaunte das Publikum.
C2 noun /ˌɔːltərˈkeɪʃən/

altercation

Auseinandersetzung, Streit
Meaning
a noisy argument or quarrel
Example
There was a brief altercation between the two drivers.
Es gab eine kurze Auseinandersetzung zwischen den beiden Fahrern.
C2 noun /ɔːl/

awl

Ahle
Meaning
a small pointed tool used for making holes, especially in leather
Example
The cobbler used an awl to punch holes in the leather.
Der Schuster benutzte eine Ahle, um Löcher in das Leder zu bohren.
B2 noun /ˌænθrəˈpɒlədʒi/

anthropology

anthropologie
Meaning
the scientific study of humans, their societies, cultures, and development
Example
She decided to major in anthropology at university.
Sie entschied sich, an der Universität Anthropologie zu studieren.
C2 adjective /eɪˈsɛptɪk/

aseptic

keimfrei
Meaning
Free from contamination caused by harmful microorganisms; sterile.
Example
Surgeons must work in an aseptic environment to prevent infection.
Chirurgen müssen in einer aseptischen Umgebung arbeiten, um Infektionen zu verhindern.
B2 noun əˈsʌmp.ʃənz

assumptions

Annahmen
Meaning
Things that are accepted as true or certain to happen, without proof.
Example
His assumptions about the project were completely wrong.
Seine Annahmen über das Projekt waren völlig falsch.
B2 noun /ˈæsɪd/

acid

sauer
Meaning
a chemical substance that reacts with bases and has a sour taste
Example
Lemons contain citric acid.
Zitronen enthalten Zitronensäure.
A1 article /æn/

an

ein/eine
Meaning
used before a noun to refer to a non-specific item that begins with a vowel sound
Example
She ate an apple for breakfast.
Sie aß zum Frühstück einen Apfel.
C2 adjective /æmˈbroʊʒiəl/

ambrosial

göttlich
Meaning
Exceptionally pleasing to taste or smell; divine.
Example
The aroma of freshly baked bread was simply ambrosial.
Der Duft von frisch gebackenem Brot war einfach göttlich.
B2 adjective /ˈærəɡənt/

Arrogant

arrogant; überheblich
Meaning
having an exaggerated sense of one's importance; proud
Example
His arrogant behavior made him very unpopular.
Sein arrogantes Verhalten machte ihn sehr unbeliebt.
C2 adjective /əˈbɪs.əl/

abyssal

abgrundtief
Meaning
Related to or characteristic of the deep ocean, especially the zone below 4000 meters.
Example
Abyssal creatures survive in extreme pressure conditions.
Abysmale Kreaturen überleben unter extremem Druck.
B2 adjective /əˈtʃiːvəbl/

achievable

erreichbar
Meaning
Able to be brought about or reached successfully.
Example
Start with achievable steps to stay motivated.
Beginnen Sie mit erreichbaren Schritten, um motiviert zu bleiben.
C2 noun /ˌɑːrbəˈriːtəm/

arboretum

Arboretum
Meaning
a place where trees, shrubs, and plants are grown for scientific study or public display
Example
We visited the city’s arboretum to learn about exotic trees.
Wir haben das Arboretum der Stadt besucht, um mehr über exotische Bäume zu erfahren.
A1 noun /eər/

Air

Luft
Meaning
the invisible gaseous substance surrounding the earth; a mixture mainly of oxygen and nitrogen
Example
Fresh air is essential for good health.
Frische Luft ist für die Gesundheit wichtig.
C2 noun /ˌæpəˈzɪʃən/

apposition

Apposition (parallel Grammatik)
Meaning
a grammatical construction in which two elements are placed side by side, with one explaining the other
Example
In the phrase 'my friend John,' the word 'John' is in apposition to 'my friend.'
Im Satz 'mein Freund Johannes' steht das Wort 'Johannes' in Apposition zu 'mein Freund'.
C1 adjective /əˈdɛpt/

adept

geschickt
Meaning
Very skilled or proficient at something.
Example
She is adept at solving complex mathematical problems.
Sie ist geschickt im Lösen komplexer mathematischer Probleme.
B1 noun /əˈpruː.vəl/

approval

Zustimmung
Meaning
official permission or agreement for something
Example
The project received government approval.
Das Projekt erhielt die Zustimmung der Regierung.
C2 noun /ˌæntɪˈtɒksɪn/

antitoxin

Antitoxin
Meaning
A substance that neutralizes a specific toxin in the body.
Example
The doctor administered an antitoxin to counter the snake venom.
Der Arzt verabreichte ein Antitoxin, um das Schlangengift zu neutralisieren.
C2 adjective /əˈɡɒɡ/

agog

gespannt
Meaning
Highly excited by eagerness, curiosity, or anticipation.
Example
The children were agog with excitement as they waited for the magician to appear.
Die Kinder waren vor Aufregung gespannt, als sie darauf warteten, dass der Zauberer auftauchte.
B2 noun /əˈkaʊntɪŋ/

accounting

Buchhaltung
Meaning
the process of recording, summarizing, and reporting financial transactions
Example
She works in the accounting department of a large firm.
Sie arbeitet in der Buchhaltungsabteilung eines großen Unternehmens.
A2 noun /ədˈvaɪs/

advice

Rat
Meaning
Guidance or recommendations offered with regard to prudent future action.
Example
Experts provide advice for better air quality.
Experten geben Ratschläge zur Verbesserung der Luftqualität.
C2 verb /əˈkuːtə/

accoutre

ausstatten
Meaning
to dress or equip, especially in something impressive or elaborate
Example
The knight was accoutred in shining armor.
Der Ritter war in glänzende Rüstung ausgestattet.
B2 noun /ˈɑːftərmɑːθ/

aftermath

Folgen
Meaning
the consequences or aftereffects of an event or situation, especially a disastrous one
Example
The aftermath of the earthquake was devastating.
Die Folgen des Erdbebens waren verheerend.
C1 noun əˈniː.mi.ə

anemia

Anämie
Meaning
A condition in which there is a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood.
Example
Genetic therapy addresses anemia effectively.
Die Gentherapie behandelt Anämie effektiv.
C2 noun/adjective /ælˈbaɪ.noʊ/

albino

Albino (person oder Tier ohne Pigmentierung)
Meaning
A person, animal, or plant lacking normal pigmentation, resulting in pale skin, hair, and eyes.
Example
The albino rabbit had white fur and pink eyes.
Das Albino-Kaninchen hatte weißes Fell und rosafarbene Augen.
C2 noun /ˈɔːldərmənʃɪp/

aldermanship

Amt des Aldermanns
Meaning
The office, position, or dignity of an alderman.
Example
He was honored with aldermanship after years of service.
Er wurde nach jahrelangem Dienst mit dem Amt des Aldermanns geehrt.
C1 adjective /ˌeɪˈmɔːrəl/

amoral

amoral
Meaning
Lacking a moral sense; unconcerned with rightness or wrongness of something.
Example
The character in the novel was portrayed as completely amoral.
Der Charakter im Roman wurde als völlig amoral dargestellt.
B1 noun /əˈsɛmbli/

assembly

Versammlung
Meaning
a group of people gathered together for a common purpose or the act of putting parts together to form something
Example
The school held an assembly to discuss the new rules.
Die Schule hielt eine Versammlung ab, um die neuen Regeln zu besprechen.
A2 noun /ˈɔːtəm/

autumn

Herbst
Meaning
the season between summer and winter, when leaves fall from trees
Example
The trees look beautiful in autumn, with colorful leaves falling.
Die Bäume sehen im Herbst wunderschön aus, mit bunten Blättern, die fallen.
A2 noun əˈɡriː.mənt

agreement

Vereinbarung
Meaning
A negotiated arrangement between parties as to a course of action.
Example
The agreement was accepted by all countries.
Die Vereinbarung wurde von allen Ländern akzeptiert.
B1 adjective /əˈdɪʃənəl/

additional

zusätzlich
Meaning
added, extra, or supplementary to what already exists
Example
The teacher gave the students additional homework.
Der Lehrer gab den Schülern zusätzliche Hausaufgaben.
C2 noun /ˌɔːskʌlˈteɪʃən/

auscultation

Auskultation
Meaning
The act of listening to internal sounds of the body, typically using a stethoscope.
Example
The doctor performed auscultation to check the patient’s lungs.
Der Arzt führte eine Auskultation durch, um die Lungen des Patienten zu überprüfen.
B2 adjective /ˈɛəri/

airy

luftig
Meaning
Spacious and well-ventilated; light and breezy.
Example
The new apartment is bright and airy.
Die neue Wohnung ist hell und luftig.
C2 noun /ˈænɪməs/

animus

Feindseligkeit / Zweck
Meaning
A strong feeling of hostility; motivation or purpose behind an action.
Example
His speech was driven by animus against the policy.
Seine Rede wurde von Feindseligkeit gegenüber der Politik getrieben.
B2 noun /ˌæn.ɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/

Animation

Animation
Meaning
the technique of making inanimate objects appear to move; liveliness and enthusiasm
Example
The animation in this movie is incredibly detailed.
Die Animation in diesem Film ist unglaublich detailliert.
A2 adjective /əˈveɪləbl/

available

verfügbar
Meaning
Able to be used, obtained, or accessed.
Example
The product is now available in all stores.
Das Produkt ist jetzt in allen Geschäften verfügbar.
C1 noun /ədˈhɪərənt/

adherent

Anhänger
Meaning
a person who supports or follows a particular belief, cause, or leader
Example
He is a strong adherent of democratic values.
Er ist ein starker Anhänger der demokratischen Werte.
C2 noun /ˌæɡ.rəˈdeɪ.ʃən/

aggradation

Prozess der Landbildung durch Sedimentablagerung
Meaning
The process of land being built up by sediment deposition.
Example
Aggradation helps in the natural expansion of riverbanks.
Aggradation hilft bei der natürlichen Erweiterung von Flussufern.
B1 noun /əˌkɒməˈdeɪʃən/

Accommodation

Unterkunft
Meaning
a room, group of rooms, or building in which someone may live or stay
Example
The hotel provides comfortable accommodation for tourists.
Das Hotel bietet den Touristen komfortable Unterkünfte.
C2 noun /əˈbrɪdʒmənt/

abridgment

Abkürzung
Meaning
A shortened version of a larger work, such as a book or speech.
Example
The publisher released an abridgment of the lengthy novel for students.
Der Herausgeber veröffentlichte eine Abkürzung des langen Romans für Studenten.
C1 adjective/adverb /əˈmɪs/

amiss

falsch
Meaning
Not quite right; inappropriate or out of place.
Example
Something seems amiss with the car's engine.
Es scheint etwas falsch mit dem Motor des Autos zu sein.
C1 adjective /ˈeɪmləs/

Aimless

ziellos; ohne Ziel
Meaning
without purpose or direction; lacking a goal
Example
He wandered around the city in an aimless manner.
Er wanderte ziellos durch die Stadt.
C1 adjective /ˌæbəˈrɪdʒənəl/

aboriginal

Ureinwohner
Meaning
Relating to the original inhabitants of a region.
Example
The museum has a large collection of aboriginal art.
Das Museum hat eine große Sammlung aboriginaler Kunst.
C2 adjective /ˌæd.vɛnˈtɪʃ.əs/

adventitious

zufällig
Meaning
Happening by chance or accident, not planned.
Example
His success was partly due to adventitious circumstances.
Sein Erfolg war teilweise auf zufällige Umstände zurückzuführen.
C2 noun /ˈæpəplɛksi/

apoplexy

Plötzlicher Verlust des Bewusstseins oder der Kontrolle aufgrund eines Schlaganfalls oder extremen Zorns
Meaning
A sudden loss of consciousness or control due to stroke or extreme anger.
Example
The old man nearly had apoplexy when he heard the shocking news.
Der alte Mann hatte fast einen Schlaganfall, als er die schockierende Nachricht hörte.
B2 adjective ədˈmɪn.ɪ.strə.tɪv

administrative

administrativ
Meaning
Relating to the running of a business, organization, etc.; concerned with or relating to management or administration.
Example
Administrative reforms improve efficiency.
Verwaltungsreformen verbessern die Effizienz.
A2 noun /əˈɡriː.mənts/

agreements

Vereinbarungen
Meaning
Formal arrangements or understandings between two or more parties.
Example
Agreements strengthen partnerships.
Vereinbarungen stärken Partnerschaften.
B2 noun /əˈstrɒlədʒi/

astrology

astrologie
Meaning
the study of the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs
Example
She studied astrology to understand her future.
Sie studierte Astrologie, um ihre Zukunft zu verstehen.
B2 noun /ˈɑːr.mər/

Armour

Rüstung
Meaning
protective covering worn by soldiers; metal plating for military vehicles
Example
The knight wore heavy armour to protect himself in battle.
Der Ritter trug eine schwere Rüstung, um sich im Kampf zu schützen.
C2 verb /əˈsweɪdʒ/

assuage

lindern
Meaning
To make an unpleasant feeling less intense; to ease or relieve.
Example
The kind words helped assuage her anxiety.
Die freundlichen Worte halfen, ihre Angst zu lindern.
C1 noun ˈæ.sɛt ˌæl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən

asset allocation

Vermögensaufteilung
Meaning
An investment strategy that aims to balance risk and reward by apportioning a portfolio's assets according to an individual's goals, risk tolerance, and investment horizon.
Example
Proper asset allocation is key to financial growth.
Eine korrekte Vermögensaufteilung ist der Schlüssel zum finanziellen Wachstum.
C2 adjective /ˌɑːrbəˈrɛsənt/

arborescent

baumartig
Meaning
having the appearance or characteristics of a tree; tree-like
Example
The coral had an arborescent form that resembled a miniature forest.
Das Korallenstück hatte eine baumartige Form, die einem Miniaturwald ähnelte.
C2 noun /əˌpɒθiˈoʊsɪs/

apotheosis

Apotheose, der Höhepunkt
Meaning
The highest point of development; the perfect example of something; the elevation of someone to divine status.
Example
Many see the Renaissance as the apotheosis of art and culture in Europe.
Viele sehen die Renaissance als die Apotheose der Kunst und Kultur in Europa.
C1 noun /əˈrɪəz/

arrears

Rückstände
Meaning
Money that is owed and should have been paid earlier.
Example
She was months in arrears with her electricity bill.
Sie war mehrere Monate im Rückstand mit ihrer Stromrechnung.
C1 noun ˈælərdʒən

allergen

Substanz, die eine allergische Reaktion hervorruft
Meaning
A substance that causes an allergic reaction.
Example
Pollen is a common allergen that affects many people.
Pollen ist ein häufiger Allergen, das viele Menschen betrifft.
C2 verb /əˈreɪn/

arraign

anklagen
Meaning
to formally accuse someone in a court of law and ask them to respond to the charges
Example
The suspect was arraigned before the judge this morning.
Der Verdächtige wurde heute Morgen vor dem Richter angeklagt.
B2 adjective /əˈɡriːəbl/

Agreeable

angenehm; angenehm; erfreulich; bereit zuzustimmen
Meaning
pleasant; enjoyable; delightful; willing to agree
Example
The weather is very agreeable today.
Das Wetter ist heute sehr angenehm.
C2 noun /ˈeɪʒən siː bæs/

Asian sea bass

asiatischer Wolfsbarsch
Meaning
a large predatory fish found in coastal waters and estuaries of the Indo-Pacific region, prized for its white meat
Example
Asian sea bass is highly valued in aquaculture for its fast growth.
Der asiatische Wolfsbarsch wird in der Aquakultur wegen seines schnellen Wachstums sehr geschätzt.
A2 noun /ænt/

Ant

Ameise
Meaning
a small insect that lives in organized colonies and is known for hard work
Example
The ant carried a crumb that was twice its size.
Die Ameise trug ein Stück, das doppelt so groß wie sie war.
C2 verb /əˈleɪ/

allay

beruhigen
Meaning
to reduce the intensity of fear, worry, or pain; to calm
Example
The teacher tried to allay the students’ fears before the exam.
Der Lehrer versuchte, die Ängste der Schüler vor der Prüfung zu lindern.
B2 noun /əˈbjuːs/

Abuse

Missbrauch; Gewaltanwendung;
Meaning
cruel and violent treatment; improper use of something
Example
The abuse of power led to his resignation.
Der Missbrauch von Macht führte zu seinem Rücktritt.
C1 noun /əˈlɒt.mənt/

allotment

Zuteilung, Aufteilung
Meaning
The distribution or allocation of something, especially resources or portions.
Example
Each department received an allotment of resources.
Jede Abteilung erhielt eine Zuteilung von Ressourcen.
B1 adjective /ədˈvɛnʧərəs/

adventurous

abenteuerlustig
Meaning
Willing to take risks or try out new methods, ideas, or experiences.
Example
They participated in adventurous activities like kayaking and hiking.
Sie nahmen an abenteuerlichen Aktivitäten wie Kajakfahren und Wandern teil.
B2 verb əˈlaɪn.ɪŋ

aligning

ausrichten
Meaning
Placing or arranging things in a straight line or in correct relative positions.
Example
Aligning education with global standards is vital.
Die Ausrichtung der Bildung mit globalen Standards ist wichtig.
B2 noun ədˈvɑːns.mənt

advancement

Fortschritt
Meaning
The process of promoting or moving forward; development or improvement in a particular area.
Example
Technological advancement shapes the future.
Technologische Fortschritte gestalten die Zukunft.
C2 noun /ˈæbɪs/

abbess

Äbtissin (Frau an der Spitze eines Klosters)
Meaning
the woman in charge of a convent of nuns
Example
The abbess welcomed the visitors to the convent.
Die Äbtissin hieß die Besucher im Kloster willkommen.
C1 noun /æɡˈnɒs.tɪk/

agnostic

agnostiker
Meaning
a person who believes that nothing is known or can be known about the existence of God; uncertain in belief
Example
He described himself as an agnostic rather than an atheist.
Er beschrieb sich selbst als einen Agnostiker und nicht als einen Atheisten.
B2 verb /əˈsɜːrt/

assert

behaupten
Meaning
to state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully; to insist upon rights or claims
Example
She decided to assert her authority in the meeting.
sie entschloss sich, ihre Autorität in der Sitzung durchzusetzen.
C2 noun /ˈɔːrɪkl̩/

auricle

äußeres Ohr
Meaning
The external part of the ear; also an upper chamber of the heart in anatomy.
Example
The doctor examined the patient’s auricle for signs of infection.
Der Arzt untersuchte das äußere Ohr des Patienten auf Anzeichen einer Infektion.
B2 verb /əˈteɪn/

attain

erreichen
Meaning
to achieve or reach something
Example
She worked hard to attain her goals.
Sie arbeitete hart, um ihre Ziele zu erreichen.
C1 noun /ˌænθrəˈpɒlədʒɪst/

anthropologist

Anthropologe
Meaning
a person who studies human societies, cultures, and their development
Example
The anthropologist spent years studying the tribal community.
Der Anthropologe verbrachte Jahre mit der Untersuchung der Stammesgemeinschaft.
B2 noun, verb /ˈævəlæntʃ/

avalanche

Lawine
Meaning
(noun) a mass of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountainside; a sudden overwhelming quantity; (verb) to descend like an avalanche
Example
The avalanche buried the mountain road under tons of snow.
Die Lawine begrub die Bergstraße unter tonnenweise Schnee.
C2 adjective /əˈbɔːrtɪv/

abortive

gescheitert
Meaning
Failing to produce the intended result; unsuccessful.
Example
Their abortive attempt to climb the mountain ended in retreat.
Ihr abortiver Versuch, den Berg zu besteigen, endete in einem Rückzug.
C1 noun /əˈtrɑːsəti/

atrocity

Gräueltat
Meaning
an extremely cruel or violent act, often involving physical violence
Example
The world condemned the atrocity committed against civilians.
Die Welt verurteilte die Gräueltat, die gegen Zivilisten begangen wurde.
B1 adjective /əˈsoʊsieɪtɪd/

associated

assoziiert
Meaning
connected or related to something or someone
Example
She is closely associated with environmental movements.
Sie ist eng mit Umweltbewegungen assoziiert.
A2 verb /eɪm/

aim

zielen
Meaning
to direct a weapon, object, or effort at a target; to intend or plan
Example
He aimed the ball at the goal.
Er zielte den Ball auf das Tor.
C2 noun /əkˈsɛʃən/

accession

Zugang zum Thron / Annahme eines Vertrags
Meaning
the attainment of a position of rank or power, especially a monarch or president; the formal acceptance of an agreement or treaty
Example
The king's accession to the throne was celebrated with great ceremony.
Der Zugang des Königs zum Thron wurde mit großer Zeremonie gefeiert.
C2 noun /ˈæmjʊlət/

Amulet

Amulett; Talisman
Meaning
an ornament or small piece of jewelry thought to give protection against evil, danger, or disease
Example
She wore a silver amulet around her neck for good luck.
Sie trug ein silbernes Amulett um ihren Hals für gutes Glück.
C2 adjective /əˈmɔːrfəs/

amorphous

amorph
Meaning
Lacking a clear shape or form; without a defined structure.
Example
The plan remained amorphous and lacked concrete details.
Der Plan blieb amorph und es fehlten konkrete Details.
C1 adjective /əˈbɪzməl/

abysmal

abysmal / entsetzlich
Meaning
extremely bad or appalling
Example
The team's performance was abysmal.
Die Leistung des Teams war abysmal.
C1 adjective /əˈlʊr.ɪŋ/

Alluring

attraktiv und verführerisch; faszinierend
Meaning
attractive and tempting; fascinating
Example
The alluring fragrance of roses filled the garden.
Der verführerische Duft von Rosen füllte den Garten.
B1 noun ɔːlˈtɜːrnətɪv

alternative

Alternative
Meaning
(Of one or more things) available as another possibility or choice.
Example
Finding an alternative to plastic is essential.
Eine Alternative zu Plastik zu finden, ist entscheidend.
A2 verb /əˈpɒlədʒaɪz/

apologize

entschuldigen
Meaning
to say sorry for something wrong you have done
Example
He apologized for being late to the meeting.
Er entschuldigte sich für seine Verspätung zum Meeting.
C2 verb /ˈæktʃueɪt/

actuate

aktivieren
Meaning
to put into action or motion; to motivate or activate
Example
The engineer actuated the machine with a simple switch.
Der Ingenieur aktivierte die Maschine mit einem einfachen Schalter.
B2 noun /ˈeɪ.prɪ.kɒt/

Apricot

aprikose
Meaning
a small orange-colored fruit with a soft skin and sweet flesh
Example
The apricot tree produces sweet fruit in summer.
Der Aprikosenbaum produziert süße Früchte im Sommer.
A1 preposition /æt/

at

an
Meaning
used to indicate a specific time, place, or direction
Example
She arrived at the airport on time.
Sie kam pünktlich am Flughafen an.
C1 noun /əˌfɪl.iˈeɪ.ʃən/

affiliation

Affiliation
Meaning
The state or process of affiliating or being affiliated; a connection or association.
Example
His affiliation with the company lasted for a decade.
Seine Affiliation mit der Firma dauerte ein Jahrzehnt.
A1 verb /əˈɡriː/

agree

einverstanden sein
Meaning
to have the same opinion; to consent; to be in harmony
Example
We all agree that the plan is excellent.
Wir sind alle einverstanden, dass der Plan ausgezeichnet ist.
B2 verb /ədˈmɪnɪstər/

administer

verwalten
Meaning
to manage or control the running of; to give or apply medicine or treatment
Example
The nurse will administer the vaccine to all patients.
Die Krankenschwester wird den Impfstoff allen Patienten verabreichen.
A2 noun /ˈæθliːt/

athlete

Athlet
Meaning
a person who is trained or skilled in physical exercises, sports, or games requiring strength, agility, or stamina
Example
The athlete trained hard for the upcoming Olympic Games.
Der Athlet trainierte hart für die bevorstehenden Olympischen Spiele.
B2 noun /ˈæɡ.ə.ni/

Agony

extreme körperliche oder geistige Qual; intensiver Schmerz
Meaning
extreme physical or mental suffering; intense pain
Example
He was in agony after the accident.
Er war nach dem Unfall in Agonie.
C1 verb /əˈkwɪt/

acquit

freisprechen
Meaning
to declare someone not guilty of a criminal charge; to conduct oneself in a specified way
Example
The jury decided to acquit the defendant of all charges.
Die Jury entschied sich, den Angeklagten von allen Anklagen freizusprechen.
C1 verb /ˈæmpjʊteɪt/

amputate

amputieren
Meaning
to cut off a limb from the body by surgery
Example
The doctors had to amputate his leg after the accident.
Die Ärzte mussten sein Bein nach dem Unfall amputieren.
C1 noun /ədˈhiːʒən/

adhesion

Haftung
Meaning
the process or state of sticking to something
Example
Strong adhesion is needed for the tiles to stay in place.
Starke Haftung ist erforderlich, damit die Fliesen an ihrem Platz bleiben.
B2 adjective /æpt/

apt

geeignet
Meaning
Appropriate or suitable; having a natural tendency or quick to learn.
Example
She is an apt student who quickly understands new concepts.
Sie ist eine geeignete Schülerin, die neue Konzepte schnell versteht.
C2 noun /əˈnækrəˌnɪzəm/

anachronism

Anachronismus
Meaning
something that is out of its proper time period, especially something old-fashioned in a modern context
Example
Using a typewriter today feels like an anachronism.
Heute mit einer Schreibmaschine zu schreiben, fühlt sich wie ein Anachronismus an.
B2 noun /ˈɑː.mənd/

Almond

Mandel
Meaning
edible seed of the almond tree
Example
Almonds are a healthy snack rich in protein and good fats.
Mandeln sind ein gesunder Snack, der reich an Eiweiß und guten Fetten ist.
B2 noun /əˈkɔːrdəns/

accordance

Übereinstimmung
Meaning
agreement or harmony with something; compliance with rules, laws, or wishes
Example
The policy was implemented in accordance with international law.
Die Politik wurde in Übereinstimmung mit dem internationalen Recht umgesetzt.
B2 noun /ˌɑːrkiˈɑːlədʒi/

archaeology

Archäologie
Meaning
the study of human history and prehistory through excavation and analysis of artifacts, monuments, and other physical remains
Example
She studied archaeology to learn about ancient civilizations.
Sie studierte Archäologie, um mehr über alte Zivilisationen zu erfahren.
B2 verb /əˈsɛmbəl/

assemble

zusammenstellen
Meaning
to gather or bring together in one place
Example
The students assembled in the hall for the meeting.
Die Schüler versammelten sich im Saal für das Treffen.
A1 adjective /ˈeɪbl/

able

fähig
Meaning
having the power, skill, or means to do something
Example
She is able to speak three languages fluently.
Sie ist in der Lage, drei Sprachen fließend zu sprechen.
B2 noun /əˈmɛnətiz/

amenities

Annehmlichkeiten
Meaning
useful or pleasant facilities and services provided for comfort or convenience
Example
The hotel offers modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi and a swimming pool.
Das Hotel bietet moderne Annehmlichkeiten wie kostenloses WLAN und einen Pool.