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 ˌæd.vɚˈser.i.əl

adversarial

Meaning

Involving or characterized by conflict or opposition.

Example

The two companies have an adversarial relationship in the market.

Die beiden Unternehmen haben eine feindliche Beziehung auf dem Markt.

C1 noun ɔːˈstɛr.ɪ.ti

austerity

Austerität

Meaning

Simple and disciplined lifestyle, avoiding luxury.

Example

The government implemented austerity measures to reduce expenses.

Die Regierung führte Sparmaßnahmen ein, um die Ausgaben zu reduzieren.

C1 adjective /ˈænsɪləri/

ancillary

zusätzlich

Meaning

providing necessary support to the main system or organization

Example

The company provides ancillary services to the healthcare industry.

Das Unternehmen bietet ergänzende Dienstleistungen für die Gesundheitsbranche an.

C1 noun /ˈælkoʊv/

alcove

Nische

Meaning

A small recessed section of a room or a nook.

Example

She placed a reading chair in the alcove near the window.

Sie stellte einen Lesesessel in die Nische nahe dem Fenster.

C1 noun /əˈstrɑː.lə.dʒər/

Astrologer

Astrologe

Meaning

a person who studies astrology and makes predictions based on the positions of stars and planets

Example

The astrologer predicted good fortune in her future.

Der Astrologe sagte eine gute Zukunft voraus.

C1 noun /ˌætəˈʃeɪ/

attache

diplomatischer Attaché

Meaning

A person officially assigned to the staff of a diplomatic mission, often with a specific area of responsibility.

Example

The cultural attache organized an art exhibition in the embassy.

Der kulturelle Attaché organisierte eine Kunstausstellung in der Botschaft.

C1 adjective ˈɑː.dʒu.əs

arduous

anstrengend

Meaning

Involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring.

Example

The trek through the mountains was an arduous journey.

Die Wanderung durch die Berge war eine anstrengende Reise.

C1 adjective əsˈtjuːt

astute

klug oder scharfsinnig

Meaning

Having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.

Example

His astute observations helped solve the complex problem.

Seine scharfsinnigen Beobachtungen halfen, das komplexe Problem zu lösen.

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 noun /ˈɑːr.sən.əl/

arsenal

Waffenlager

Meaning

A collection or storage place for weapons and military equipment.

Example

The army kept its weapons in a secure arsenal.

Die Armee bewahrte ihre Waffen in einem sicheren Waffenlager auf.

C1 verb /əˈdɔːrn/

adorn

verzieren

Meaning

to decorate or add beauty to something

Example

The hall was adorned with flowers for the wedding.

Der Saal wurde für die Hochzeit mit Blumen verziert.

C1 noun /ˌɑːrbɪˈtreɪʃən/

arbitration

Schiedsverfahren

Meaning

the process of resolving a dispute through an impartial third party whose decision is binding; formal judgment outside a court

Example

The contract requires arbitration to settle any disputes.

Der Vertrag schreibt ein Schiedsverfahren zur Streitbeilegung vor.

C1 noun /əˈbreɪʒən/

abrasion

Abschürfung oder Abnutzung der Haut oder Oberfläche durch Reibung

Meaning

a scrape or wearing away of the skin or surface due to friction

Example

He suffered a minor abrasion on his knee after falling.

Er erlitt eine kleine Abschürfung am Knie, nachdem er gefallen war.

C1 noun /ˈæb.stɪ.nəns/

abstinence

Abstinenz, Verzicht

Meaning

the practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, typically alcohol or sex

Example

His doctor advised abstinence from alcohol for better health.

Sein Arzt empfahl Abstinenz von Alkohol für eine bessere Gesundheit.

C1 adjective ɔːˈspɪʃ.əs

auspicious

glücklich

Meaning

Favorable or bringing good luck and success

Example

The wedding was held on an auspicious day.

Die Hochzeit fand an einem glücklichen Tag statt.

C1 verb /ɔːɡˈmɛnt/

augment

vergrößern

Meaning

To increase or strengthen something.

Example

The company plans to augment its workforce.

Das Unternehmen plant, seine Belegschaft zu vergrößern.

C1 noun /əˈstuːt.nəs/

astuteness

Schläue

Meaning

The ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.

Example

His astuteness helped in negotiations.

Seine Schläue half bei den Verhandlungen.

C1 adjective /əˈvɜːrs/

averse

abgeneigt

Meaning

having a strong dislike of or opposition to something

Example

He was averse to taking unnecessary risks.

Er war abgeneigt, unnötige Risiken einzugehen.

C1 noun /ˈæptɪˌtjuːd/

aptitude

Fähigkeit

Meaning

a natural ability or talent to do something well

Example

She has a strong aptitude for learning new languages.

Sie hat eine starke Fähigkeit, neue Sprachen zu lernen.

C1 noun /əˈduː/

ado

aufhebens / unnötige Aktivität

Meaning

a fuss or unnecessary activity; trouble or difficulty

Example

Without further ado, let’s begin the ceremony.

Ohne weiteres Aufheben, lassen Sie uns die Zeremonie beginnen.

C1 verb /əˈdʒɜrn/

adjourn

vertagen

Meaning

to suspend a meeting or session to another time or place

Example

The judge decided to adjourn the hearing until next week.

Der Richter entschied, die Anhörung bis nächste Woche zu vertagen.

C1 adjective /ˈæmərəs/

amorous

amoros

Meaning

Showing, feeling, or relating to romantic love or desire.

Example

He sent her an amorous letter filled with declarations of love.

Er schickte ihr einen amorösen Brief voller Liebeserklärungen.

C1 noun /ˈɑːrməri/

armory

Waffenlager

Meaning

A place where weapons are stored; a supply of resources or skills.

Example

The soldiers kept their weapons in the armory.

Die Soldaten bewahrten ihre Waffen im Waffenlager auf.

C1 noun /əˈboʊd/

abode

wohnung

Meaning

a place of residence; a home

Example

They invited us to their humble abode.

Sie luden uns in ihre bescheidene Wohnung ein.

C1 verb /əˈfɪks/

affix

befestigen / anbringen

Meaning

to attach or stick something firmly to another thing

Example

Please affix the stamp to the envelope.

Bitte befestigen Sie die Briefmarke auf dem Umschlag.

C1 adjective /əˈɡæst/

aghast

erschrocken

Meaning

filled with shock or horror

Example

The audience was aghast at the tragic scene.

Das Publikum war erschrocken von der tragischen Szene.

C1 adverb /ˈæmpli/

amply

reichlich

Meaning

more than sufficiently; generously

Example

She was amply rewarded for her hard work.

Sie wurde großzügig für ihre harte Arbeit belohnt.

C1 adjective /əˈdɒptɪv/

adoptive

adoptiv

Meaning

relating to the adoption of a child or the act of taking something as one’s own

Example

She grew up in a loving adoptive family.

Sie wuchs in einer liebevollen Adoptivfamilie auf.

C1 noun /ˌædməˈnɪʃən/

admonition

verwarnung

Meaning

a firm warning or reprimand; gentle or earnest advice

Example

He received an admonition for his careless work.

Er erhielt eine Verwarnung für seine nachlässige Arbeit.

C1 adverb /əˈraɪ/

awry

schief

Meaning

away from the expected or proper direction; wrong or amiss

Example

The plan went awry when the weather suddenly changed.

Der Plan ging schief, als das Wetter plötzlich änderte.

C1 adjective /ɑːrˈkeɪɪk/

archaic

archaisch

Meaning

very old or old-fashioned; belonging to an earlier time

Example

Some laws are considered archaic and no longer relevant.

Einige Gesetze gelten als archaisch und sind nicht mehr relevant.

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.

C1 adjective /ˌeɪsɪˈmɛtrɪkəl/

asymmetrical

asymmetrisch

Meaning

Having parts that are not the same in size, shape, or arrangement.

Example

She wore an asymmetrical dress that drew everyone’s attention.

Sie trug ein asymmetrisches Kleid, das die Aufmerksamkeit aller auf sich zog.

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.

C1 noun /ænˈθɒlədʒi/

anthology

Anthologie

Meaning

A collection of literary works, such as poems, short stories, or essays, compiled into one volume.

Example

She contributed a poem to the new poetry anthology.

Sie trug ein Gedicht zur neuen Poesie-Anthologie bei.

C1 adjective /ˌæpəˈθɛtɪk/

apathetic

apathetisch

Meaning

showing or feeling little or no interest, enthusiasm, or concern

Example

He was apathetic about the outcome of the match.

Er war gleichgueltig gegenüber dem Ausgang des Spiels.

C1 noun /ˈæk.jʊ.mən/

acumen

Schärfe

Meaning

The ability to make good judgments and quick decisions; keenness and depth of perception.

Example

His business acumen helped the company grow rapidly.

Seine Geschäftsschärfe half dem Unternehmen, schnell zu wachsen.

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.

C1 adjective /ɔːˈdeɪ.ʃəs/

Audacious

verwegen

Meaning

showing willingness to take bold risks; daring

Example

His audacious plan to climb the mountain without proper equipment shocked everyone.

Sein verwegener Plan, den Berg ohne angemessene Ausrüstung zu erklimmen, schockierte alle.

C1 noun əˈtrɪʃ.ən

attrition

Abnutzung

Meaning

The process of reducing something's strength or effectiveness through sustained attack or pressure.

Example

The company faced high employee attrition due to job dissatisfaction.

Das Unternehmen hatte aufgrund von Unzufriedenheit der Mitarbeiter eine hohe Fluktuation.

C1 noun /ɑːrˈmɑːdə/

armada

Kriegsschiff-Flotte

Meaning

A large fleet of warships.

Example

The Spanish Armada sailed against England in 1588.

Die Spanische Armada segelte 1588 gegen England.

C1 adjective /ˈɑːrɡjuəbl/

arguable

diskutabel

Meaning

open to debate or discussion; not certain and capable of being argued for or against

Example

It is arguable that technology has improved our quality of life.

Es ist diskutabel, dass Technologie unsere Lebensqualität verbessert hat.

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.

C1 noun /əˈbændənmənt/

abandonment

Verlassenheit

Meaning

the act of leaving someone or something behind completely; the state of being deserted

Example

The child suffered deep emotional pain because of abandonment.

Das Kind litt wegen der Verlassenheit unter tiefem emotionalem Schmerz.

C1 noun /ɑːˌtɪkjʊˈleɪʃən/

articulation

ausdruck

Meaning

The action of putting into words an idea or feeling of a specified type.

Example

His articulation during the debate impressed everyone.

Seine Artikulation während der Debatte beeindruckte alle.

C1 noun /əˈtaɪər/

attire

Kleidung

Meaning

Clothing, especially formal or elegant wear.

Example

She wore traditional attire at the wedding ceremony.

Sie trug traditionelle Kleidung bei der Hochzeitszeremonie.

C1 adjective /ˈæʃən/

ashen

blass

Meaning

Very pale in appearance, often due to shock, fear, or illness.

Example

His face turned ashen when he heard the terrible news.

Sein Gesicht wurde blass, als er die schreckliche Nachricht hörte.

C1 noun əbˈzɔːrp.ʃən

absorption

Absorption

Meaning

The process or action by which one thing absorbs or is absorbed by another.

Example

Plants help in the absorption of carbon dioxide.

Pflanzen helfen bei der Absorption von Kohlendioxid.

C1 adjective ˈæl.ɡə.rɪ.ðəm drɪv.ən

algorithm-driven

durch Algorithmen gesteuert.

Meaning

Controlled or powered by computer algorithms.

Example

Algorithm-driven systems increase accuracy.

Algorithmus-gesteuerte Systeme erhöhen die Genauigkeit.

C1 noun /æbˈstrækʃən/

abstraction

Abstraktion

Meaning

the process of forming general ideas by removing specific details; an abstract concept or idea

Example

Abstraction allows complex ideas to be represented in a simplified form.

Abstraktion ermöglicht es, komplexe Ideen vereinfacht darzustellen.

C1 noun /ɔːˈtɒkrəsi/

autocracy

Autokratie

Meaning

A system of government in which one person has absolute power.

Example

The country suffered under decades of autocracy.

Das Land litt unter Jahrzehnten der Autokratie.

C1 noun /ænˈtɪθəsɪs/

antithesis

Antithese

Meaning

A person, thing, or idea that is the direct opposite of another; a rhetorical device contrasting opposing ideas in parallel structure.

Example

Love is the antithesis of hate.

Liebe ist die Antithese von Hass.

C1 noun /ˈæmplɪtjuːd/

amplitude

Amplituden

Meaning

the maximum extent of a vibration or oscillation, or the size of something

Example

The amplitude of the earthquake was measured on the Richter scale.

Die Amplitude des Erdbebens wurde auf der Richterskala gemessen.

C1 noun ˈæf.lu.əns

affluence

Wohlstand

Meaning

The state of having a great deal of money; wealth.

Example

His affluence allowed him to travel the world.

Sein Wohlstand ermöglichte es ihm, die Welt zu bereisen.

C1 noun /əˈkwɪtl/

acquittal

Freispruch

Meaning

a judgment that a person is not guilty of the crime with which they have been charged

Example

The acquittal of the accused shocked the public.

Die Freisprechung des Angeklagten schockierte die Öffentlichkeit.

C1 verb /ˈæk.lɪ.meɪt/

acclimate

sich anpassen

Meaning

To adapt or become accustomed to a new environment or situation

Example

It takes time to acclimate to a new climate.

Es dauert eine Weile, sich an ein neues Klima anzupassen.

C1 noun /əˈpɒsəl/

apostle

apostel, verteidiger

Meaning

A vigorous and pioneering advocate or supporter of a particular cause, often used for the early Christian disciples.

Example

He became an apostle of environmental protection.

Er wurde ein Apostel des Umweltschutzes.

C1 noun əˈrɪd.ɪ.ti

aridity

Aridität

Meaning

The state of being extremely dry, especially having insufficient rainfall to support vegetation.

Example

The aridity of the land is increasing due to climate change.

Die Aridität des Landes nimmt aufgrund des Klimawandels zu.

C1 noun /əˈsɛndənsi/

ascendancy

Aszendenz, Vorherrschaft

Meaning

A position of power, influence, or control over others.

Example

The company gained ascendancy in the market through innovation.

Das Unternehmen erlangte durch Innovation Aszendenz auf dem Markt.

C1 adjective /ˌæprɪˈhɛnsɪv/

apprehensive

ängstlich

Meaning

feeling anxious or fearful that something bad will happen

Example

He was apprehensive about starting a new job in a foreign country.

Er war ängstlich, einen neuen Job in einem fremden Land zu beginnen.

C1 adjective /əˈniːmɪk/

anemic

anämisch

Meaning

Suffering from anemia; lacking in vitality, strength, or color.

Example

The doctor prescribed iron supplements for her anemic condition.

Der Arzt verschrieb Eisenpräparate für ihren anämischen Zustand.

C1 verb /əˈpiːz/

appease

besänftigen / zufriedenstellen

Meaning

to calm or pacify someone by meeting their demands

Example

The manager tried to appease the angry customer.

Der Manager versuchte, den wütenden Kunden zu besänftigen.

C1 noun /əˌsaɪˈniː/

assignee

abgetretener person

Meaning

a person to whom a right or property is legally transferred

Example

The assignee of the contract is responsible for all future obligations.

Der Abtretungsempfänger des Vertrages ist für alle zukünftigen Verpflichtungen verantwortlich.

C1 adjective /ˈækʃənəbl̩/

actionable

verfügbar für rechtliche Schritte

Meaning

Able to be acted on or giving sufficient reason for legal action.

Example

The lawyer confirmed that the evidence was actionable in court.

Der Anwalt bestätigte, dass der Beweis vor Gericht verwertbar war.

C1 noun /ˈæntənɪm/

antonym

Antonym

Meaning

A word opposite in meaning to another.

Example

‘Hot’ is the antonym of ‘cold’.

‘Hot’ ist das Antonym von ‘cold’.

C1 adjective /ˈædʒ.aɪl/

agile

schnell und anpassungsfähig

Meaning

able to move quickly and easily; quick and adaptable in thinking or action

Example

The startup team was agile in responding to market changes.

Das Startup-Team war agil, als es auf Marktveränderungen reagierte.

C1 noun /ˌænəsˈθetɪk/

anesthetic

Anästhetikum

Meaning

A substance that causes loss of sensation or consciousness, especially used during surgery.

Example

The doctor administered a local anesthetic before stitching the wound.

Der Arzt verabreichte vor dem Nähen der Wunde ein örtliches Anästhetikum.

C1 noun /ˈɔːtəkræt/

autocrat

Autokrat

Meaning

A ruler with absolute power.

Example

The autocrat controlled the country with an iron fist.

Der Autokrat kontrollierte das Land mit eiserner Faust.

C1 adjective /əˈrɛstɪŋ/

arresting

aufsehenerregend

Meaning

Attracting attention in a striking or impressive way.

Example

The actress gave an arresting performance.

Die Schauspielerin gab eine aufsehenerregende Darbietung.

C1 verb /əˈseɪl/

assail

angreifen

Meaning

to attack violently, either physically or with words

Example

The politician was assailed with difficult questions.

Der Politiker wurde mit schwierigen Fragen angegriffen.

C1 adjective, verb /ˈeɪlɪŋ/

ailing

krank

Meaning

suffering from illness or poor health; experiencing problems or decline

Example

The ailing patient slowly began to recover after treatment.

Der kranke Patient begann sich nach der Behandlung langsam zu erholen.

C1 adjective /ˌæl.truˈɪs.tɪk/

altruistic

altruistisch

Meaning

Showing a disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others.

Example

Her altruistic nature led her to volunteer for charities.

Ihre altruistische Natur führte sie dazu, für wohltätige Zwecke ehrenamtlich zu arbeiten.

C1 noun ˌæɡ.rəʊˈkem.ɪ.kəl

agrochemical

Agrochemikalie

Meaning

A chemical product used in agriculture, especially a pesticide or fertilizer.

Example

Excessive use of agrochemicals can degrade soil quality.

Übermäßiger Einsatz von Agrochemikalien kann die Bodenqualität verschlechtern.

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.

C1 adjective /əˈɡrɛəriən/

agrarian

agrarisch

Meaning

Related to farming, agriculture, or rural land.

Example

The country’s economy is still largely agrarian.

Die Wirtschaft des Landes ist immer noch größtenteils agrarisch.

C1 adjective /ˈɔːrəl/

aural

Meaning

Relating to the ear or the sense of hearing.

Example

The lecture was an aural experience as well as an intellectual one.

Der Vortrag war ein auraler Eindruck, ebenso wie ein intellektueller.

C1 adverb /ɔːˈtɒnəməsli/

autonomously

autonom

Meaning

In an independent or self-governing manner.

Example

The robot can operate autonomously without human intervention.

Der Roboter kann autonom ohne menschliche Intervention arbeiten.

C1 noun /ˌæntiˈklaɪmæks/

anticlimax

Antiklimax

Meaning

A disappointing end after a big build-up of excitement or expectation.

Example

The movie's ending was an anticlimax after such a thrilling story.

Das Ende des Films war ein Antiklimax nach einer so spannenden Geschichte.

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.

C1 adjective /ˌeɪsɪˈmɛtrɪk/

asymmetric

asymmetrisch

Meaning

Not having equal or corresponding parts; lacking symmetry.

Example

The design of the building is asymmetric and unusual.

Das Design des Gebäudes ist asymmetrisch und ungewöhnlich.

C1 noun /əˌsæsɪˈneɪʃən/

assassination

Attentat

Meaning

The act of killing someone important, often for political or ideological reasons.

Example

The assassination of the president shocked the nation.

Das Attentat auf den Präsidenten erschütterte die Nation.

C1 noun /əˈfɪn.ɪ.ti/

affinity

affinität

Meaning

A natural liking for or attraction to a person, thing, idea, etc.

Example

She has an affinity for classical music.

Sie hat eine Affinität zur klassischen Musik.

C1 adjective /əˈkɪn/

akin

ähnlich

Meaning

Of similar character or related by blood.

Example

His reaction was akin to shock.

Seine Reaktion war ähnlich wie ein Schock.

C1 noun əˈɡrɛriən səˈsaɪətiz

agrarian societies

agrarische Gesellschaften

Meaning

Societies based on agriculture and farming as the primary economic activity.

Example

Agrarian societies emerged from a need for stable food sources.

Agrarische Gesellschaften entstanden aus dem Bedürfnis nach stabilen Nahrungsquellen.

C1 noun /ˌædəˈreɪʃən/

adoration

Verehrung / tiefe Liebe

Meaning

deep love and respect; worship

Example

The fans showed their adoration for the singer.

Die Fans zeigten ihre Verehrung für den Sänger.

C1 noun /ɔːˈtɒmətən/

automaton

automatische Maschine

Meaning

A machine that works automatically; also refers to a person who behaves like a machine, without thinking.

Example

He worked like an automaton, without showing any emotion.

Er arbeitete wie ein Automat, ohne Emotionen zu zeigen.

C1 verb /ˈæbdɪkeɪt/

abdicate

abdikieren

Meaning

To give up a position of power or responsibility, especially a throne.

Example

The king decided to abdicate the throne.

Der König entschied sich, vom Thron abzudanken.

C1 adverb /ˈeɪ.mi.ə.bli/

Amiably

freundlich, auf freundliche Weise

Meaning

in a friendly and pleasant manner

Example

They discussed the issue amiably without any arguments.

Sie diskutierten das Thema freundlich ohne jegliche Argumente.

C1 noun /ˈæl.kə.laɪ/

alkali

Alkali

Meaning

a soluble base substance, typically with a pH greater than 7, that neutralizes acids

Example

Soap contains alkali which helps remove grease.

Seife enthält Alkali, das hilft, Fett zu entfernen.

C1 noun əˈtrɒs.ɪ.tiz

atrocities

Gräueltaten

Meaning

Extremely wicked or cruel acts, typically involving physical violence or injury.

Example

The atrocities shocked the international community.

Die Gräueltaten erschütterten die internationale Gemeinschaft.

C1 adjective /ɔːlˈmaɪ.ti/

Almighty

allmächtig

Meaning

having unlimited power; omnipotent

Example

The almighty storm destroyed everything in its path.

Der allmächtige Sturm zerstörte alles auf seinem Weg.

C1 noun /ænˈtæɡənɪzəm/

antagonism

Antagonismus

Meaning

active hostility or opposition

Example

There was clear antagonism between the two political parties.

Es gab einen klaren Antagonismus zwischen den beiden politischen Parteien.

C1 noun /ˈænvɪl/

anvil

Amboss aus Eisen

Meaning

A heavy iron block used by blacksmiths for hammering and shaping metal.

Example

The blacksmith placed the hot iron on the anvil.

Der Schmied legte das heiße Eisen auf den Amboss.

C1 adjective /ˌærɪˈstɒkrætɪk/

Aristocratic

aristokratisch; adelig

Meaning

noble; having the manners of the upper class

Example

She had an aristocratic bearing that commanded respect.

Sie hatte eine aristokratische Haltung, die Respekt einflößte.

C1 noun /əˈkɔːrdiən/

accordion

akkordeon (musikinstrument)

Meaning

a musical instrument played by squeezing and expanding with keys and buttons

Example

The musician played a cheerful tune on the accordion.

Der Musiker spielte eine fröhliche Melodie auf dem Akkordeon.

C1 adjective ɔːɡˈmen.tɪd

augmented

erweitert, verbessert, vergrößert

Meaning

having been made greater in size or value.

Example

The new software provided augmented reality features.

Die neue Software bot erweiterte Funktionen der erweiterten Realität.

C1 noun /ˈæftərˌθɔːt/

afterthought

Nachgedanke

Meaning

Something added or considered later than originally planned.

Example

The gift seemed like an afterthought rather than a genuine gesture.

Das Geschenk wirkte wie ein Nachgedanke statt einer echten Geste.

C1 noun /əˈkʌmpənɪmənt/

accompaniment

Begleitung

Meaning

Something that goes together with or complements another thing, often music or food.

Example

The dish was served with a spicy sauce as an accompaniment.

Das Gericht wurde mit einer scharfen Sauce als Beilage serviert.

C1 noun /aɪ/

aye

ja

Meaning

an affirmative vote or expression of agreement

Example

The committee voted aye on the proposal.

Das Komitee hat mit Ja für den Vorschlag gestimmt.

C1 verb /əˈlɒt/

allot

Glück

Meaning

to give or assign something, often a share or portion, to someone

Example

Each student was allotted ten minutes to present.

Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.

C1 noun /ˌɔːkʃəˈnɪər/

auctioneer

Auktionator

Meaning

a person who conducts auctions by calling out bids and selling items to the highest bidder

Example

The auctioneer quickly raised the price as bidders competed for the painting.

Der Auktionator erhöhte schnell den Preis während der Gebote.

C1 noun /ˌæn.əˈnɪm.ə.ti/

anonymity

Anonymität

Meaning

The state of being anonymous; having one's identity kept secret or unknown.

Example

Online anonymity protects users from cyber threats.

Online-Anonymität schützt Benutzer vor Cyber-Bedrohungen.

C1 noun /ˌænəlˈdʒiːzɪk/

analgesic

Schmerzmittel

Meaning

A drug or substance that relieves pain.

Example

She took an analgesic to ease her headache.

Sie nahm ein Schmerzmittel, um ihre Kopfschmerzen zu lindern.

C1 noun /ˈæltoʊ/

alto

Alto (eine erwachsene Gesangsstimme)

Meaning

the second highest adult singing voice, between soprano and tenor

Example

She sang the alto part in the choir beautifully.

Sie sang die Alto-Stimme im Chor wunderschön.

C1 verb əˈnaɪ.ə.leɪt

annihilate

vernichten

Meaning

Destroy utterly; obliterate; reduce to nothing.

Example

The explosion annihilated the entire village.

Die Explosion vernichtete das ganze Dorf.

C1 noun, verb /əˈsɛnt/

assent

Zustimmung

Meaning

To agree to something, especially after careful consideration; an expression of approval.

Example

She nodded her head in silent assent.

Sie nickte zustimmend mit dem Kopf.

C1 verb /əˈdʒɔɪn/

adjoin

angrenzen

Meaning

To be next to and joined with something.

Example

Their house adjoins the park.

Ihr Haus grenzt an den Park.

C1 noun /ˈæmnəsti/

amnesty

Amnestie

Meaning

An official pardon granted to people who have been convicted of political offenses.

Example

The government announced an amnesty for all political prisoners.

Die Regierung kündigte eine Amnestie für alle politischen Gefangenen an.

C1 verb /əˈlʊər/

allure

verführen

Meaning

to attract or tempt someone with something desirable; to entice

Example

The beautiful garden allured visitors from far away.

Der schöne Garten verlockte Besucher von weit her.

C1 noun /ˈeɪ.kər.ɪdʒ/

acreage

Hektar

Meaning

An area of land measured in acres.

Example

The farmer owns a large acreage of fertile land.

Der Bauer besitzt eine große Hektar fruchtbares Land.

C1 adjective ˈeɪlɪəneɪtɪd

alienated

entfremdet

Meaning

Feeling isolated or estranged; disconnected from others or society.

Example

Alienated students are more prone to delinquency.

Entfremdete Schüler sind eher zu Delinquenz neigend.

C1 noun /əˈvɜːrʒən/

aversion

Abneigung

Meaning

a strong feeling of dislike or unwillingness towards something

Example

She has a strong aversion to smoking.

Sie hat eine starke Abneigung gegen das Rauchen.

C1 noun əˌsɪm.ɪˈleɪ.ʃən

Assimilation

Meaning

Connecting new information with existing knowledge

Example

Proper assimilation of knowledge leads to effective learning.

Eine gute Assimilation von Wissen führt zu effektivem Lernen.

C1 adjective /əˈnæl.ə.ɡəs/

analogous

analog

Meaning

Comparable in certain respects, typically in a way that makes clearer the nature of things being compared.

Example

The human brain is analogous to a supercomputer.

Das menschliche Gehirn ist analog zu einem Supercomputer.

C1 noun /ˈælkəmi/

alchemy

Alchemie

Meaning

A medieval practice combining elements of chemistry and philosophy, aimed at transforming matter, especially turning base metals into gold.

Example

Medieval scientists devoted their lives to alchemy.

Mittelalterliche Wissenschaftler widmeten ihr Leben der Alchemie.

C1 verb /ˈæn.ə.teɪt/

annotate

Notizen oder Kommentare hinzufügen

Meaning

to add notes or comments to a text, diagram, or document for explanation or clarification

Example

The teacher asked the students to annotate the poem with their interpretations.

Der Lehrer bat die Schüler, das Gedicht mit ihren Interpretationen zu annotieren.

C1 adjective /ɔːˈtʌmnəl/

autumnal

herbstlich

Meaning

relating to or characteristic of autumn; occurring in autumn

Example

The autumnal colors of red and gold filled the forest.

Die herbstlichen Farben von Rot und Gold füllten den Wald.

C1 adjective /əˈbreɪsɪv/

abrasive

rau, grob oder fähig, durch Reibung abzunutzen

Meaning

harsh, rough, or capable of wearing down by rubbing

Example

His abrasive tone made everyone uncomfortable.

Sein rauer Ton hat alle unwohl gemacht.

C1 noun ˈæŋkərɪdʒ

anchorage

Ankerplatz

Meaning

A secure holding place; a place where ships can anchor safely.

Example

The boat was anchored near the shore for safety.

Das Boot wurde zur Sicherheit in der Nähe des Ufers verankert.

C1 noun /əˈtoʊnmənt/

atonement

Sühne

Meaning

the act of making amends for a wrong, sin, or injury

Example

The festival was celebrated as a day of atonement.

Das Festival wurde als Tag der Sühne gefeiert.