C1 noun /əˈsem.bli ˈseʃ.ən/

assembly session

Versammlungssitzung

Meaning

A formal meeting where representatives gather to discuss and make decisions on important matters.

Example

The assembly session discussed global challenges.

Die Versammlungssitzung diskutierte globale Herausforderungen.

C1 adjective /klænˈdɛstaɪn/

clandestine

geheim

Meaning

kept secret or done secretly, especially for illicit purposes

Example

They held a clandestine meeting late at night.

Sie hielten spät in der Nacht eine geheime Versammlung ab.

C1 adjective /ˈen.vi.ə.bəl/

Enviable

beneidenswert

Meaning

causing envy; desirable

Example

Her success was enviable among her peers.

Ihr Erfolg war unter ihren Kollegen beneidenswert.

C1 adjective /ˈrʌɡ.ɪd/

Rugged

rau und uneben; mit unregelmäßiger Oberfläche; stark und robust

Meaning

rough and uneven; having a rough irregular surface; tough and strong

Example

The hikers crossed the rugged mountain terrain.

Die Wanderer überquerten das unebene Gelände des Berges.

C1 noun /ˌmɔːrəˈtɔːriəm/

moratorium

Moratorium

Meaning

A temporary suspension or delay of an activity, law, or obligation.

Example

The government announced a moratorium on new mining licenses.

Die Regierung kündigte ein Moratorium für neue Bergbau-Lizenzen an.

C1 noun ˌɪn.toʊˈneɪ.ʃən

intonation

Intonation

Meaning

The rise and fall of tone in speech and pronunciation.

Example

Proper intonation enhances the clarity of a speech.

Die richtige Intonation verbessert die Klarheit einer Rede.

C1 adjective /ˈnɑːkʃəs/

noxious

schädlich

Meaning

harmful, poisonous, or very unpleasant

Example

The factory released noxious fumes into the air.

Die Fabrik setzte schädliche Dämpfe in die Luft frei.

C1 adjective /ˈsɪn.tɪ.leɪ.tɪŋ/

scintillating

funkelnd

Meaning

brilliantly clever, exciting, or sparkling

Example

Her scintillating conversation kept everyone entertained.

Ihr funkelndes Gespräch unterhielt alle.

C1 noun /ˌɪnɪkˈspɪəriəns/

inexperience

Unerfahrenheit

Meaning

Lack of knowledge or skill in a particular activity or field.

Example

His inexperience in handling negotiations was evident.

Seine Unerfahrenheit im Umgang mit Verhandlungen war offensichtlich.

C1 noun /ˌrɛfjʊˈteɪʃən/

refutation

Widerlegung

Meaning

The act of proving a statement or argument to be false or incorrect.

Example

Her essay was a strong refutation of the opposing theory.

Ihr Aufsatz war eine starke Widerlegung der gegnerischen Theorie.

C1 noun /ˌfɪɡjʊˈriːn/

figurine

kleine Dekorfigur

Meaning

a small ornamental statue or model of a human or animal

Example

She bought a porcelain figurine of a dancing ballerina.

Sie kaufte eine Porzellanfigur einer tanzenden Ballerina.

C1 noun ˌrɛk.əˈlɛk.ʃən

Recollection

Erinnerung

Meaning

Remembering past events or information

Example

His recollection of childhood memories was vivid.

Seine Erinnerung an Kindheitserinnerungen war lebendig.

C1 noun /ˌrev.əˈluː.ʃən.ər.i ˈbreɪk.θruː/

revolutionary breakthrough

revolutionäre Entdeckung

Meaning

A sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development that changes everything.

Example

Robotic surgery is a revolutionary breakthrough in healthcare.

Robotische Chirurgie ist eine revolutionäre Entdeckung im Gesundheitswesen.

C1 noun /ˌriː.pəˈkʌʃ.ən/

repercussion

Auswirkung

Meaning

An unintended consequence occurring some time after an event or action.

Example

The economic crisis had severe repercussions on global trade.

Die wirtschaftliche Krise hatte schwerwiegende Auswirkungen auf den globalen Handel.

C1 noun ˈdɪskɔrd

discord

Uneinigkeit

Meaning

Disagreement or conflict between people or ideas.

Example

Discord among people disrupts societal stability.

Uneinigkeit unter Menschen stört die gesellschaftliche Stabilität.

C1 noun /ˈvɪdʒ.ɪ.ləns/

vigilance

Vigilanz

Meaning

The action or state of keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties.

Example

Constant vigilance is required in cybersecurity.

Ständige Vigilanz ist in der Cybersicherheit erforderlich.

C1 verb /ˈeɪ.li.ə.neɪt/

alienate

entfremden

Meaning

To make someone feel isolated or estranged; to cause someone to become unfriendly.

Example

His rude behavior alienated many of his friends.

Sein unhöfliches Verhalten entfremdete viele seiner Freunde.

C1 noun /ˌloʊkəˈmoʊʃən/

locomotion

Bewegung

Meaning

movement or the ability to move from one place to another

Example

Walking is the most common form of human locomotion.

Gehen ist die häufigste Form der menschlichen Lokomotion.

C1 noun ˌprɒf.ɪ.təˈbɪl.ɪ.ti

profitability

rentabilität

Meaning

The degree to which a business or activity yields profit or financial gain.

Example

Increasing sales and reducing costs boosted profitability.

Die Steigerung des Verkaufs und die Senkung der Kosten erhöhten die Rentabilität.

C1 adverb /əˈnjuː/

anew

von neuem

Meaning

In a new or different way; once more.

Example

After the failure, she decided to start her life anew.

Nach dem Misserfolg entschied sie sich, ihr Leben von neuem zu beginnen.

C1 noun /ˈdʒʌɡərˌnɔːt/

juggernaut

unaufhaltbare Kraft

Meaning

A huge, powerful, and unstoppable force or institution.

Example

The new tech company has become a juggernaut in the industry.

Das neue Tech-Unternehmen ist zu einer unaufhaltbaren Kraft in der Branche geworden.

C1 noun /ˈsɪk.əl/

Sickle

Sichel

Meaning

a tool with a curved metal blade and short handle used for cutting grain crops

Example

The farmer harvested wheat using a traditional sickle.

Der Bauer erntete Weizen mit einer traditionellen Sichel.

C1 noun /ˈhed.weɪ/

Headway

Fortschritt; Vorankommen; Entwicklung

Meaning

forward movement or progress, especially when this is slow or difficult

Example

Despite the challenges, the research team made significant headway in developing the new vaccine.

Trotz der Herausforderungen hat das Forschungsteam bedeutende Fortschritte bei der Entwicklung des neuen Impfstoffs gemacht.

C1 noun ˌnæʃ.ən.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

nationalization

Verstaatlichung

Meaning

The process of a government taking control of private property or industry.

Example

The nationalization of banks was aimed at stabilizing the economy.

Die Nationalisierung der Banken sollte die Wirtschaft stabilisieren.

C1 adjective /ʌnˈtaɪərɪŋ/

Untiring

unermüdlich; beharrlich; unaufhörlich

Meaning

continuing without stopping; persistent; tireless

Example

Her untiring efforts finally led to success.

Ihre unermüdlichen Bemühungen führten schließlich zum Erfolg.

C1 verb /kənˈkɜːr/

concur

zustimmen

Meaning

To agree with someone or something.

Example

I concur with your opinion on this matter.

Ich stimme Ihrer Meinung zu in dieser Angelegenheit.

C1 adverb ɪkˌsperɪˈmentəli

experimentally

experimentell

Meaning

In a way that is based on or derived from experiment and observation rather than theory.

Example

Bose demonstrated findings experimentally.

Bose zeigte die Ergebnisse experimentell.

C1 adjective /ˌkɒndɪˈsɛndɪŋ/

condescending

herablassend

Meaning

having or showing an attitude of patronizing superiority

Example

Her condescending tone upset her colleagues.

Ihr herablassender Ton verärgerte ihre Kollegen.

C1 adjective /ˈkoʊpiəs/

copious

reichlich

Meaning

abundant in supply or quantity

Example

She took copious notes during the lecture.

Sie machte reichlich Notizen während der Vorlesung.

C1 adjective /ˈsɛptɪk/

septic

infiziert

Meaning

Infected with harmful bacteria; relating to or causing infection.

Example

The doctor treated the patient's septic wound immediately.

Der Arzt behandelte sofort die septische Wunde des Patienten.

C1 adjective /ˈflʌstərd/

flustered

verwirrt

Meaning

in a state of confusion or agitation

Example

She appeared flustered after being asked so many questions.

Sie schien nach so vielen Fragen verwirrt zu sein.

C1 adverb kəmˈpæktli

compactly

kompakt

Meaning

In a closely packed or dense manner.

Example

Protons and neutrons are compactly arranged.

Protonen und Neutronen sind kompakt angeordnet.

C1 verb /ɪnˈtɪmɪdeɪt/

intimidate

einschüchtern

Meaning

To frighten or overawe someone, especially to make them do what one wants.

Example

The bully tried to intimidate the smaller kids.

Der Tyrann versuchte, die kleineren Kinder einzuschüchtern.

C1 verb /reɪv/

rave

loben

Meaning

to speak or write about something with great enthusiasm or admiration

Example

Critics rave about the new movie.

Die Kritiker loben den neuen Film.

C1 adjective /ɪmˈprɒmp.tjuː/

impromptu

spontan

Meaning

Done without being planned, organized, or rehearsed; spontaneous.

Example

He gave an impromptu speech at the event.

Er hielt eine spontane Rede bei der Veranstaltung.

C1 noun ˈɡræn.dʒər

Grandeur

Pracht

Meaning

Magnificence, majesty, splendor; impressive beauty and scale.

Example

The grandeur of the Colosseum attracts millions of visitors.

Die Pracht des Kolosseums zieht Millionen von Besuchern an.

C1 noun /ˌpɒl.iˈtek.nɪk/

polytechnic

Polytechnikum

Meaning

an educational institution offering practical and technical courses

Example

She studied engineering at a well-known polytechnic in her city.

Sie studierte Ingenieurwesen an einem bekannten Polytechnikum in ihrer Stadt.

C1 noun /rɪˈpɑːzɪtɔːri/

repository

lager

Meaning

a place where things are stored or kept for safekeeping

Example

The library serves as a repository of knowledge.

Die Bibliothek dient als Lager des Wissens.

C1 adjective, verb /ɪɡˈzɛmpt/

exempt

befreit

Meaning

Free from an obligation or liability imposed on others.

Example

Students with high grades are exempt from the final exam.

Studenten mit guten Noten sind von der Abschlussprüfung befreit.

C1 verb /dɪˈfaɪl/

defile

entweihen

Meaning

to pollute, corrupt, or make dirty

Example

The river was defiled by industrial waste.

Der Fluss wurde durch Industrieabfälle entweiht.

C1 adjective /ˈbæʃ.fəl/

Bashful

scheu; schüchtern; bescheiden; leicht peinlich berührt

Meaning

shy; timid; modest; easily embarrassed

Example

The bashful child hid behind her mother when meeting strangers.

Das schüchterne Kind versteckte sich hinter seiner Mutter, als es Fremde traf.

C1 verb /daɪˈvɜːrdʒ/

diverge

sich trennen

Meaning

to separate and go in different directions; to differ

Example

The two paths diverge at the fork in the road.

Die beiden Wege trennen sich an der Gabelung der Straße.

C1 adjective, noun /rɪˈsiːvəbl/

receivable

einforderbar

Meaning

Money that is owed to a company and is expected to be paid.

Example

The company's receivables increased significantly this quarter.

Die Forderungen des Unternehmens stiegen in diesem Quartal erheblich.

C1 noun /ɪɡˈzɛkjətər/

executor

Testamentsvollstrecker

Meaning

A person appointed to carry out the terms of someone's will after their death.

Example

The executor managed the estate according to the deceased’s wishes.

Der Testamentsvollstrecker verwaltete das Vermögen gemäß den Wünschen des Verstorbenen.

C1 adverb /ˈmɪdweɪ/

Midway

auf halbem Weg; in der Mitte

Meaning

halfway; at or to the middle point

Example

The project is midway through completion.

Das Projekt ist auf halbem Weg zur Fertigstellung.

C1 adverb /ˈmerɪli/

Merrily

fröhlich

Meaning

in a cheerful and joyful manner

Example

The children played merrily in the garden.

Die Kinder spielten fröhlich im Garten.

C1 noun /ˈtraɪ.fəl/

Trifle

Kleinigkeit oder unwichtige Sache

Meaning

something of little importance or value; a small amount

Example

Don't worry about such a trifle; it's not worth your time.

Kümmern Sie sich nicht um so eine Kleinigkeit; es ist Ihre Zeit nicht wert.

C1 noun /ˌsɪmbɪˈəʊsɪs/

symbiosis

symbiotische Beziehung

Meaning

A mutually beneficial relationship between different people or groups.

Example

The symbiosis between the two companies led to mutual growth.

Die Symbiose zwischen den beiden Unternehmen führte zu gemeinsamem Wachstum.

C1 noun /straɪf/

strife

Konflikt, Streit

Meaning

angry or violent conflict; struggle or discord

Example

The region has been torn apart by political strife.

Die Region wurde von politischen Konflikten zerrissen.

C1 adverb /ˈðɛərfɔːr/

therefor

dafür

Meaning

For that or for it.

Example

He received payment and gave a receipt therefor.

Er erhielt die Zahlung und gab einen Beleg dafür.

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 /ˈʃoʊ.və.nɪst/

chauvinist

übertrieben parteiischer Mensch

Meaning

A person displaying excessive or prejudiced loyalty to a group, cause, or gender.

Example

He was labeled a chauvinist after his remarks about women in the workplace.

Er wurde nach seinen Bemerkungen über Frauen am Arbeitsplatz als Chauvinist bezeichnet.

C1 verb /səˈplænt/

supplant

ersetzen

Meaning

To take the place of something or someone, often by force or strategy.

Example

Digital platforms have supplanted traditional newspapers.

Digitale Plattformen haben traditionelle Zeitungen ersetzt.

C1 adjective /ˌoʊvərˈbɛrɪŋ/

overbearing

überheblich

Meaning

unpleasantly or arrogantly domineering

Example

His overbearing attitude made everyone uncomfortable.

Seine überhebliche Haltung hat alle unwohl gemacht.

C1 adjective /ˈsɜːrvɪsəbl/

serviceable

benutzbar

Meaning

fit for use; usable; in working order

Example

The old bicycle is still serviceable despite its age.

Das alte Fahrrad ist trotz seines Alters immer noch benutzbar.

C1 noun /kuː/

coup

Staatsstreich

Meaning

a sudden, decisive action that brings about a change, especially in government

Example

The military staged a coup to overthrow the existing regime.

Das Militär führte einen Staatsstreich durch, um das bestehende Regime zu stürzen.

C1 verb /ˈsɪvɪlaɪz/

civilize

zivilisieren

Meaning

to bring a society or group to a more developed, organized, or socially acceptable state; to educate and refine behavior

Example

Education can help civilize communities by promoting shared values and respect.

Bildung kann helfen, Gemeinschaften zu zivilisieren, indem gemeinsame Werte und Respekt gefördert werden.

C1 verb /ˈpleɪdʒəraɪz/

plagiarize

plagiieren

Meaning

to take someone else's work or ideas and present them as your own

Example

He was warned not to plagiarize his friend's essay.

Er wurde gewarnt, den Aufsatz seines Freundes nicht zu plagiieren.

C1 noun /ˈpʌndɪt/

pundit

Experte

Meaning

An expert in a particular subject or field who is frequently called upon to give opinions to the public.

Example

Political pundits debated the election results on television.

Politische Experten debattierten die Wahlergebnisse im Fernsehen.

C1 noun /ˈɛkstrəˌvɜːrt/

extrovert

Extrovertierter Mensch

Meaning

a person who is outgoing, sociable, and energized by being around other people

Example

As an extrovert, she enjoys meeting new people at social events.

Als Extrovertierte liebt sie es, neue Leute bei gesellschaftlichen Veranstaltungen zu treffen.

C1 adjective /kɪˈnɛtɪk/

kinetic

kinetisch

Meaning

Relating to or resulting from motion.

Example

Kinetic energy increases as the object moves faster.

Kinetische Energie steigt, je schneller sich das Objekt bewegt.

C1 noun ˈsɪnədʒi

synergy

Synergie, Zusammenarbeit

Meaning

The interaction or cooperation of two or more organizations, substances, or other agents to produce a combined effect greater than the sum of their separate effects.

Example

The synergy between the two companies led to a successful partnership.

Die Synergie zwischen den beiden Unternehmen führte zu einer erfolgreichen Partnerschaft.

C1 noun /ˈkæviˌæt/

caveat

Warnung

Meaning

a warning or condition to be considered before taking action

Example

The proposal was accepted with one caveat.

Der Vorschlag wurde mit einer Warnung akzeptiert.

C1 noun /ˈleɪˌpɜːrsən/

layperson

Laieperson

Meaning

A person who is not a member of the clergy or does not have specialized knowledge in a subject.

Example

The judge explained the law so that the layperson could understand.

Der Richter erklärte das Gesetz so, dass eine Laieperson es verstehen konnte.

C1 noun /ɪnˈsæn.ə.ti/

Insanity

Wahnsinn; Geisteskrankheit

Meaning

the state of being seriously mentally ill; extreme foolishness or irrationality

Example

The defense lawyer argued that his client was not guilty by reason of insanity.

Der Verteidiger argumentierte, dass sein Mandant aufgrund von Wahnsinn nicht schuldig sei.

C1 noun /ˈdʒʊərər/

juror

Geschworener

Meaning

a member of a jury who is chosen to hear evidence in a legal case and help make a decision

Example

The juror listened carefully to the witness’s testimony.

Der Geschworene hörte aufmerksam die Aussage des Zeugen an.

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 /nəˈsɛsɪteɪt/

necessitate

notwendig machen

Meaning

To make something necessary or unavoidable.

Example

The heavy rains necessitated the cancellation of the event.

Die schweren Regenfälle machten die Absage der Veranstaltung unvermeidlich.

C1 noun /ˈveɪpəraɪzər/

vaporizer

Verdampfer

Meaning

a device that turns a liquid into vapor, often for inhalation

Example

She used a vaporizer to ease her cough.

Sie benutzte einen Verdampfer, um ihren Husten zu lindern.

C1 noun ˌsæn.ɪ.taɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

sanitization

Desinfektion

Meaning

The process of cleaning and disinfecting to eliminate germs and bacteria.

Example

Regular sanitization keeps appliances germ-free.

Regelmäßige Desinfektion hält Geräte keimfrei.

C1 noun /ˈbeɪsbɔːrd/

baseboard

Fußleiste

Meaning

A narrow board running along the bottom of an interior wall, covering the joint between wall and floor.

Example

The carpenter painted the baseboard white.

Der Tischler malte die Fußleiste weiß.

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 noun ˌmiː.diˈɒk.rə.ti

mediocrity

Mittelmäßigkeit

Meaning

Being average or ordinary, not particularly good.

Example

He refused to settle for mediocrity and aimed for greatness.

Er weigerte sich, sich mit Mittelmäßigkeit zufrieden zu geben und strebte nach Größe.

C1 verb /ˈlæmɪˌneɪt/

laminate

laminieren

Meaning

to cover or enclose something with a protective layer, usually plastic

Example

She laminated her important documents to protect them from damage.

Sie laminierte ihre wichtigen Dokumente, um sie vor Schäden zu schützen.

C1 verb /ˈbəʊl.stər/

bolster

unterstützen

Meaning

To support or strengthen; to prop up.

Example

The new policy aims to bolster economic growth.

Die neue Politik zielt darauf ab, das wirtschaftliche Wachstum zu unterstützen.

C1 verb /ɪˈmænsɪpeɪt/

emancipate

emanzipieren

Meaning

to set someone free from legal, social, or political restrictions; to liberate from slavery or oppression

Example

The law was designed to emancipate slaves and grant them full citizenship.

Das Gesetz wurde entwickelt, um Sklaven zu emanzipieren und ihnen die volle Staatsbürgerschaft zu gewähren.

C1 verb /prɒd/

prod

anstoßen

Meaning

to poke or push someone or something with a finger, foot, or pointed object

Example

She prodded him in the arm to get his attention.

Sie stach ihm in den Arm, um seine Aufmerksamkeit zu erregen.

C1 verb /ˈkwɪvər/

quiver

zittern

Meaning

To tremble or shake with slight but rapid motion.

Example

Her lips began to quiver as she tried not to cry.

Ihre Lippen begannen zu zittern, als sie versuchte, nicht zu weinen.

C1 noun /ˈruːbrɪk/

rubric

Rubrik / Richtlinie

Meaning

A set of instructions, rules, or a heading in a document, often used for grading criteria.

Example

The teacher provided a grading rubric for the assignment.

Der Lehrer gab eine Bewertungsrichtlinie für die Aufgabe an.

C1 adjective ˌɪdiəsɪnˈkrætɪk

idiosyncratic

eigenartig und individuell

Meaning

Relating to idiosyncrasy; peculiar or individual.

Example

His idiosyncratic behavior set him apart from his colleagues.

Sein idiosynkratisches Verhalten unterschied ihn von seinen Kollegen.

C1 noun /ˈʌp.rɔːr/

Uproar

aufruhr; lärm; unruhe

Meaning

a loud and emotional noise or disturbance; public outcry

Example

The announcement caused an uproar among the students.

Die Ankündigung verursachte einen Aufruhr unter den Studenten.

C1 verb /ˌkaʊntərˈbæləns/

counterbalance

ausgleichen

Meaning

to offset or balance the effect of something

Example

Exercise can counterbalance the negative effects of stress.

Übung kann die negativen Auswirkungen von Stress ausgleichen.

C1 adjective /ˈlɔː.ləs/

Lawless

gesetzlos; anarchisch; unordentlich; kriminell

Meaning

without law; anarchic; unruly; criminal

Example

The frontier town was known for its lawless behavior and chaos.

Die Grenzstadt war bekannt für ihr gesetzloses Verhalten und das Chaos.

C1 adjective /ˈhæb.ɪ.tə.bəl/

Habitable

bewohnbar

Meaning

suitable or good enough to live in

Example

The planet Mars may become habitable in the future.

Der Planet Mars könnte in der Zukunft bewohnbar werden.

C1 noun /mɪˈrɑːʒ/

Mirage

Fata Morgana

Meaning

An optical illusion caused by atmospheric conditions, especially in deserts

Example

The travelers saw a mirage of water in the desert.

Die Reisenden sahen eine Fata Morgana im Wüstensand.

C1 verb /ˈduːdəl/

doodle

kritzeln

Meaning

To draw or scribble absentmindedly, often while thinking about something else.

Example

She doodled flowers in the corner of her notebook during class.

Sie kritzelte Blumen in die Ecke ihres Notizbuchs während des Unterrichts.

C1 adjective /ʌnˈsəʊʃəl/

unsocial

unsozial

Meaning

not enjoying the company of others; avoiding social interaction; contrary to social norms

Example

He prefers unsocial hours so he can work alone without interruptions.

Er bevorzugt unsoziale Arbeitszeiten, um allein zu arbeiten.

C1 noun dɪˈspær.ə.ti

disparity

Disparität

Meaning

A great difference or inequality.

Example

Disparity between countries must be reduced.

Die Disparität zwischen den Ländern muss reduziert werden.

C1 noun /vəˈræs.ə.ti/

veracity

Wahrhaftigkeit

Meaning

Conformity to facts; accuracy and truthfulness.

Example

The journalist checked the veracity of the report.

Der Journalist überprüfte die Wahrhaftigkeit des Berichts.

C1 adjective /ˈkrɪm.zən/

Crimson

dunkelrot

Meaning

a deep purplish-red color

Example

The crimson sunset painted the sky with beautiful shades.

Der dunkelrote Sonnenuntergang malte den Himmel mit schönen Farben.

C1 verb /ɪkˈstɔːrt/

extort

erpressen

Meaning

to obtain something, especially money, by force, threats, or unfair means

Example

The gang attempted to extort money from local shopkeepers.

Die Bande versuchte, Geld von den lokalen Geschäftsinhabern zu erpressen.

C1 noun /ɪˌluːmɪˈneɪʃən/

illumination

Beleuchtung

Meaning

the act of lighting something or making something clear

Example

The street was filled with bright illumination from the lamps.

Die Straße war durch die Lampen von hellem Licht erfüllt.

C1 noun /ˈbjuːɡəl/

Bugle

Flügelhorn

Meaning

a brass musical instrument similar to a trumpet but without valves, used especially for military calls

Example

The soldier played the bugle to signal the start of the ceremony.

Der Soldat spielte das Flügelhorn, um den Beginn der Zeremonie zu signalisieren

C1 verb /əˈtɛst/

attest

attestieren

Meaning

To provide or serve as clear evidence of; to confirm or certify the truth of something.

Example

The witness attested to the accuracy of the report.

Der Zeuge attestierte die Genauigkeit des Berichts.

C1 adjective /ʌnˈtʃælɪndʒd/

Unchallenged

unumstritten; ohne Widerstand akzeptiert; ohne Rivalen

Meaning

not disputed or questioned; accepted without opposition; having no rival

Example

He remained the unchallenged champion for five years.

Er blieb fünf Jahre lang der unumstrittene Champion.

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 /ɪnˈdɪɡ.nə.ti/

Indignity

Indignität; Demütigung; Erniedrigung;

Meaning

treatment or circumstances that cause one to feel shame or loss of dignity; humiliation

Example

She refused to suffer the indignity of being searched without proper cause.

Sie weigerte sich, die Indignität zu ertragen, ohne einen triftigen Grund durchsucht zu werden.

C1 noun /trænsˈfɜːrər/

transferrer

überträger

Meaning

A person who transfers something, such as property, rights, or responsibilities, to another.

Example

The transferrer is responsible for ensuring the property is legally passed on.

Der überträger ist verantwortlich dafür, dass das eigentum rechtlich übertragen wird.

C1 noun /fɪˈnænʃɪər/

financier

Finanzier

Meaning

a person who manages large amounts of money or investments

Example

The financier advised the company on its investments.

Der Finanzier beriet das Unternehmen in Bezug auf seine Investitionen.

C1 adverb /rɪˈspek.tə.bli/

Respectably

auf respektable Weise; anständig;

Meaning

in a way that is worthy of respect; decently; properly

Example

She was dressed respectably for the interview.

Sie war respektabel gekleidet für das Interview.

C1 adjective /ˈrɛzənənt/

Meaning

a jeweled ornamental crown worn on formal occasions

Example

The princess wore a sparkling diamond tiara at the royal ball.

Die Prinzessin trug eine funkelnde Diamant-Tiara beim königlichen Ball.

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 adjective /rɪˈdʒɛn.ə.rə.tɪv/

regenerative

regenerativ

Meaning

Able to restore or renew damaged environments, soil, or resources.

Example

Regenerative farming improves soil health and biodiversity.

Regenerative Landwirtschaft verbessert die Bodengesundheit und die biologische Vielfalt.

C1 adjective /ɪˈlɪptɪkl/

elliptical

elliptisch

Meaning

Having the shape of an ellipse; also, a style of speech that is concise and sometimes obscure.

Example

The planet follows an elliptical orbit around the sun.

Der Planet folgt einer elliptischen Umlaufbahn um die Sonne.

C1 verb /sɪˈsiːd/

secede

abspalten

Meaning

To formally withdraw from a political or organizational union.

Example

Several states threatened to secede from the union.

Mehrere Staaten drohten, sich von der Union zu trennen.

C1 noun, verb /ˈskʌf.əl/

scuffle

Rauferei

Meaning

a short, confused fight or struggle; to engage in such a fight

Example

Two players scuffled on the field after the foul.

Zwei Spieler kämpften nach dem Foul auf dem Spielfeld.

C1 verb /kəˈluːd/

collude

verschwören

Meaning

To secretly cooperate or conspire with others, often for a deceitful purpose.

Example

The two companies colluded to fix prices in the market.

Die beiden Firmen verschworen sich, um die Preise auf dem Markt festzulegen.

C1 noun /ˈsɪmətri/

symmetry

Symmetrie

Meaning

the quality of having balanced proportions or identical parts facing each other

Example

The building’s symmetry impressed the visitors.

Die Symmetrie des Gebäudes beeindruckte die Besucher.