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C2 noun ˈɔː.tɑː.ki

autarky

Autarkie, Selbstgenügsamkeit
Meaning
Economic independence or self-sufficiency; a policy of establishing a self-sufficient national economy.
Example
Some nations aim for autarky to reduce reliance on imports.
Einige Nationen streben nach Autarkie, um ihre Abhängigkeit von Importen zu verringern.
C1 adjective eɪˈsɪŋ.krə.nəs

asynchronous

asynchron
Meaning
Of or requiring a form of computer control timing protocol in which a specific operation begins upon receipt of an indication that the preceding operation has been completed.
Example
Asynchronous courses allow students to learn at their own pace.
Asynchrone Kurse ermöglichen es den Studenten, in ihrem eigenen Tempo zu lernen.
C1 noun /ˈænərkɪst/

anarchist

Anarchist
Meaning
a person who believes in or promotes the absence of government or authority
Example
The anarchist group protested against state control.
Die anarchistische Gruppe protestierte gegen die staatliche Kontrolle.
B2 adjective /əˈlaɪd/

Allied

verbündet; assoziiert; verbunden
Meaning
joined by agreement or treaty; associated; connected
Example
The allied forces worked together during the war.
Die alliierten Truppen arbeiteten während des Krieges zusammen.
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.
B1 noun /æks/

Axe

Axt
Meaning
a tool with a heavy blade for cutting wood
Example
The lumberjack swung his axe to chop the tree.
Der Holzfäller schwang seine Axt, um den Baum zu fällen.
C2 noun /əˈkjuːtnəs/

acuteness

Schärfe; Intensität
Meaning
sharpness of mind or senses; severity or intensity of a condition
Example
Her acuteness allowed her to notice details others missed.
Ihre Schärfe half ihr, Details zu bemerken, die andere übersahen.
C2 adjective /əˈsɛt.ɪk/

ascetic

asketisch
Meaning
Practicing strict self-denial and abstaining from worldly pleasures, often for religious reasons.
Example
He lived an ascetic life in the mountains, far from worldly comforts.
Er lebte ein asketisches Leben in den Bergen, fernab von weltlichen Annehmlichkeiten.
B2 verb /ænˈtɪsɪˌpeɪt/

anticipate

erwarten
Meaning
to expect or look forward to something; to realize or foresee in advance
Example
We anticipate a large crowd at the event.
Wir erwarten eine große Menschenmenge bei der Veranstaltung.
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.
B2 noun əˈkɔːrd

accord

abkommen
Meaning
An official agreement or treaty.
Example
The accord emphasized gradual progress.
Das Abkommen betonte den schrittweisen Fortschritt.
C2 verb /əˈbæʃ/

abash

verlegen machen
Meaning
to make someone feel embarrassed or ashamed
Example
Her sudden question seemed to abash him.
Ihre plötzliche Frage schien ihn zu verlegen.
C2 noun /ˈæmɪti/

amity

Freundschaft
Meaning
A friendly relationship between people or countries.
Example
The treaty helped maintain amity between the neighboring nations.
Der Vertrag half, die Freundschaft zwischen den benachbarten Nationen zu erhalten.
B2 noun ˌæl.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃənz

allegations

Anschuldigungen
Meaning
Claims or assertions that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically without proof.
Example
The allegations were investigated by an international body.
Die Anschuldigungen wurden von einer internationalen Organisation untersucht.
B2 noun ˌɔː.təˈmeɪ.ʃən

automation

automatisierung
Meaning
Replacing manual work with machines or software.
Example
Automation increases efficiency and reduces errors in production.
Automatisierung steigert die Effizienz und reduziert Fehler in der Produktion.
B1 noun /ˈætɪˌtjuːd/

attitude

Meaning
A settled way of thinking or feeling about someone or something, often reflected in behavior.
Example
Her positive attitude helped her overcome many challenges.
C2 noun /əˈbeɪəns/

abeyance

vorübergehende Aussetzung
Meaning
a state of temporary suspension or inactivity
Example
The project was held in abeyance until funds became available.
Das Projekt wurde bis zur Verfügbarkeit von Mitteln ausgesetzt.
C2 noun /əˈmʊr/

amour

geheime Liebe
Meaning
A secret or illicit love affair.
Example
The novel tells the story of a forbidden amour between two characters.
Der Roman erzählt die Geschichte einer verbotenen Amour zwischen zwei Charakteren.
C1 adjective /ˈæv.ɪd/

avid

leidenschaftlich
Meaning
having an eager desire or enthusiasm for something
Example
She is an avid reader of mystery novels.
Sie ist eine leidenschaftliche Leserin von Kriminalromanen.
C2 adjective /əˈkɪliən/

achillean

achillisch
Meaning
like or characteristic of Achilles; strong but vulnerable
Example
His achillean pride made him blind to danger.
Sein achillischer Stolz machte ihn blind für Gefahr.
A2 verb /əˈfɔːrd/

afford

sich leisten
Meaning
to have enough money to buy; to be able to spare
Example
I can't afford a new car right now.
Ich kann mir jetzt kein neues Auto leisten.
B2 adjective /əˈdɪktɪd/

addicted

süchtig
Meaning
Being unable to stop engaging in a particular activity or consuming a particular substance.
Example
Many people are addicted to social media.
Viele Menschen sind süchtig nach sozialen Medien.
B2 noun/verb /ɔːˈdɪʃən/

audition

Vorsprechen
Meaning
A trial performance by an actor, singer, or musician to demonstrate suitability for a role.
Example
She auditioned for the lead role in the school play.
Sie hat für die Hauptrolle im Schulstück vorgesprochen.
B1 adjective /əˈmjuː.zɪŋ/

Amusing

unterhaltsam; lustig; amüsant
Meaning
causing laughter or providing entertainment; funny; enjoyable
Example
The children found the clown's performance very amusing.
Die Kinder fanden die Vorstellung des Clowns sehr unterhaltsam.
C2 verb /əˈsɛvəˌreɪt/

asseverate

betonen
Meaning
to affirm or declare positively and earnestly
Example
He asseverated that he had never seen the man before.
Er betonte, dass er den Mann noch nie zuvor gesehen hatte.
B2 adverb /əˈbrʌptli/

Abruptly

plötzlich und unerwartet; ohne Vorwarnung
Meaning
suddenly and unexpectedly; without warning
Example
The meeting ended abruptly when the power went out.
Das Meeting endete abrupt, als der Strom ausfiel.
B2 noun /ˌɔːltəˈreɪʃən/

alteration

Änderung
Meaning
a change or modification made to something
Example
The tailor made an alteration to the suit.
Der Schneider nahm eine Änderung am Anzug vor.
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.
B1 adverb /ˈæftərwərd/

afterward

danach
Meaning
at a later time; subsequently
Example
We went to dinner and watched a movie afterward.
Wir gingen zum Abendessen und sahen danach einen Film.
B2 noun /ɑːrˈkeɪd/

arcade

Spielhalle
Meaning
a covered passage with arches along one or both sides; also a place with coin-operated games
Example
The children spent the afternoon playing games at the arcade.
Die Kinder verbrachten den Nachmittag im Spielhallen.
C2 adjective /ˌæpəˈplɛktɪk/

apoplectic

apoplektisch
Meaning
Extremely angry; furious.
Example
He was apoplectic when he heard about the unfair decision.
Er war apoplektisch, als er von der ungerechten Entscheidung hörte.
B2 adjective /əˈkuːstɪk/

acoustic

akustisch
Meaning
relating to sound or the sense of hearing; not amplified by electrical means
Example
We recorded an acoustic version of the song in a quiet room.
Wir nahmen eine akustische Version des Songs in einem ruhigen Raum auf.
C1 adjective /ˈæŋ.ɡjə.lər/

Angular

winklig
Meaning
having sharp corners or edges; relating to angles
Example
The building has an angular design with sharp corners.
Das Gebäude hat ein angulares Design mit scharfen Ecken.
C2 noun /əˈplɒm/

aplomb

Selbstsicherheit
Meaning
Complete and confident self-assurance or poise.
Example
She handled the difficult questions with aplomb.
Sie bewältigte die schwierigen Fragen mit Selbstsicherheit.
C2 adjective /ˌæktʃuˈɛəriəl/

actuarial

aktuariel
Meaning
Relating to actuaries or their work of analyzing financial risk and uncertainty, especially in insurance and pensions.
Example
The company relied on actuarial reports to set insurance premiums.
Das Unternehmen verließ sich auf Aktuariellenberichte, um die Versicherungsprämien festzulegen.
B2 adjective ˌæn.tiˌdɪs.krɪˈmɪn.eɪ.ʃən

anti-discrimination

anti-diskriminierend
Meaning
Opposed to or working against discrimination; promoting equal treatment regardless of differences.
Example
The anti-discrimination movement was groundbreaking.
Die anti-diskriminierende Bewegung war bahnbrechend.
C2 noun əˈdʒuː.dɪ.kə.tɪv ˈbɒd.i

adjudicative body

gerichtliches Organ
Meaning
An official organization that has the authority to judge disputes and make decisions.
Example
The adjudicative body deliberated on the case.
Das adjudikative Organ beriet sich über den Fall.
C2 noun əˌdʌl.təˈreɪ.ʃən

adulteration

Verfälschung
Meaning
The action of making something poorer in quality by the addition of another substance.
Example
Adulteration of food is a serious health risk.
Die Verfälschung von Lebensmitteln ist ein ernstes Gesundheitsrisiko.
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.
B2 noun /ˌæktɪˈveɪʃən/

activation

Aktivierung
Meaning
the act of making something start functioning
Example
The activation of the system took longer than expected.
Die Aktivierung des Systems dauerte länger als erwartet.
B2 adverb /əˈproʊpriətli/

appropriately

angemessen
Meaning
in a way that is suitable or proper for a particular situation
Example
She was dressed appropriately for the event.
Sie war für die Veranstaltung angemessen gekleidet.
B2 verb /əkˈsɛləreɪt/

accelerate

beschleunigen
Meaning
to increase speed or make something happen sooner
Example
The driver accelerated to overtake the truck.
Der Fahrer beschleunigte, um den Lkw zu überholen.
C2 noun /əˈluː.vi.əm/

alluvium

Alluvium
Meaning
Fertile soil deposited by flowing water, especially in riverbanks.
Example
The alluvium in riverbanks is highly fertile for agriculture.
Das Alluvium an den Flussufern ist sehr fruchtbar für die Landwirtschaft.
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.
B1 noun /ɛr pəˈluːʃən/

air pollution

Luftverschmutzung
Meaning
The presence of harmful or poisonous substances in the air, typically caused by industrial processes, vehicle emissions, or other human activities.
Example
Air pollution from factories led to the first environmental movement.
Die Luftverschmutzung durch Fabriken führte zur ersten Umweltbewegung.
B1 noun /ˈæʃ.treɪ/

Ash tray

aschenbecher
Meaning
a receptacle for tobacco ash and cigarette butts
Example
Please use the ash tray for your cigarette.
Bitte verwenden Sie den Aschenbecher für Ihre Zigarette.
C1 noun /ˌæŋɡloʊ ˈsæksən/

anglo-saxon

Meaning
A member of the Germanic peoples who settled in England in the early Middle Ages; also relating to their language or culture.
Example
The Anglo-Saxon period greatly influenced English culture and language.
C2 noun /ˈɑːr.bɪ.trɑːʒ/

arbitrage

Arbitrage
Meaning
The simultaneous buying and selling of securities in different markets to take advantage of differing prices.
Example
Investors use arbitrage to make profits in global markets.
Investoren nutzen Arbitrage, um Gewinne auf den globalen Märkten zu erzielen.
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.
B1 adjective /ˌɔːtəˈmætɪk/

automatic

automatisch
Meaning
working by itself without direct human control
Example
This car has an automatic transmission.
Dieses Auto hat ein automatisches Getriebe.
B2 noun /ˌɔː.θɛnˈtɪs.ə.ti/

authenticity

Authentizität
Meaning
The quality of being authentic; genuineness or truthfulness.
Example
The authenticity of the document was verified.
Die Authentizität des Dokuments wurde überprüft.
C2 noun /əˈnɔɪnt.mənt/

anointment

Salbung
Meaning
The act of anointing, usually with oil, as part of a ritual or ceremony.
Example
The anointment of the new leader was a sacred ritual.
Die Salbung des neuen Führers war ein heiliges Ritual.
B2 noun, verb /ˈædvɜːrt/

advert

Anzeige
Meaning
(noun) a notice or announcement in a public medium promoting a product, service, or event; (verb) to refer to something in speaking or writing
Example
The company placed an advert in the newspaper for the new position.
Das Unternehmen hat eine Anzeige in der Zeitung für die neue Position geschaltet.
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.
B2 noun ˈæɡ.rɪ.kʌl.tʃɚ

agriculture

Landwirtschaft
Meaning
The science or practice of farming, including cultivation of the soil for the growing of crops and the rearing of animals to provide food, wool, and other products.
Example
Sustainable agriculture can help protect the environment.
Nachhaltige Landwirtschaft kann dazu beitragen, die Umwelt zu schützen.
C2 noun /ˈɔːtɑːrki/

autarchy

Autarkie
Meaning
A system of self-sufficiency where a state or community is economically independent.
Example
The nation attempted autarchy to reduce reliance on imports.
Die Nation versuchte Autarkie, um die Abhängigkeit von Importen zu verringern.
B1 noun /əˈfek.ʃən/

Affection

Zuneigung; Liebe
Meaning
a feeling of liking or caring for someone or something
Example
She has deep affection for her grandmother.
Sie hat tiefes Affekt für ihre Großmutter.
C1 verb /əˈmæs/

amass

ansammeln
Meaning
to gather together or accumulate over a period of time
Example
He managed to amass a fortune through wise investments.
Er schaffte es, ein Vermögen durch kluge Investitionen anzuhäufen.
B1 adjective /ˌælfəˈbɛtɪkəl/

alphabetical

alphabetisch
Meaning
Arranged in the order of the letters of the alphabet.
Example
The names were listed in alphabetical order.
Die Namen wurden in alphabetischer Reihenfolge aufgelistet.
B2 adjective /ˈænɪmeɪtɪd/

animated

animiert
Meaning
Full of life or excitement; made using animation techniques.
Example
The animated film was loved by children and adults alike.
Der animierte Film wurde von Kindern und Erwachsenen gleichermaßen geliebt.
C1 adjective /ɔːˌθɒr.ɪˈteə.ri.ən/

authoritarian

autoritär
Meaning
Demanding absolute obedience to authority; excessively controlling or strict in governance.
Example
Authoritarian parenting often limits a child's independence.
Autoritäre Erziehung schränkt oft die Unabhängigkeit eines Kindes ein.
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.
C2 verb /ˈæsəneɪt/

assonate

assonieren
Meaning
To correspond or agree in sound, especially by vowel sounds; to rhyme approximately.
Example
The lines assonate beautifully, giving the song a unique flow.
Die Zeilen assonieren wunderschön und geben dem Lied einen einzigartigen Fluss.
C2 noun əˌmæl.ɡəˈmeɪ.ʃən

amalgamation

Fusion, Integration, Verschmelzung
Meaning
The action, process, or result of combining or uniting.
Example
The amalgamation of AI and big data is transforming industries.
Die Fusion von KI und großen Daten transformiert die Industrien.
C2 verb /ˈæmərˌtaɪz/

amortize

amortisieren
Meaning
To gradually reduce or pay off a debt with regular payments.
Example
They plan to amortize the mortgage over 20 years.
Sie planen, die Hypothek in 20 Jahren zu amortisieren.
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 /ɔːˈrɔːrə/

aurora

Aurora
Meaning
A natural display of lights in the sky, usually seen in polar regions.
Example
We traveled to Norway to see the northern aurora.
Wir reisten nach Norwegen, um die nördliche Aurora zu sehen.
C2 noun /ˈɑːrbər/

arbor

schattiger Gartenunterstand aus Bäumen oder Kletterpflanzen
Meaning
a shady garden shelter formed by trees, climbing plants, or latticework
Example
They rested under the arbor covered with roses.
Sie ruhten unter dem Arbor, der mit Rosen bedeckt war.
A1 adjective, adverb /əˈloʊn/

alone

allein
Meaning
having no one else present; on one's own
Example
She prefers to live alone in her apartment.
Sie zieht es vor, allein in ihrer Wohnung zu leben.
C2 verb /əˈsɪdɪfaɪ/

acidify

saurer machen
Meaning
to make something acidic or more acidic
Example
Farmers worry that pollution will acidify the soil.
Bauern befürchten, dass Verschmutzung den Boden saurer machen wird.
A1 noun /ˈæp.əl/

Apple

Apfel
Meaning
a round fruit with red, green, or yellow skin and white flesh
Example
I eat an apple every day for breakfast.
Ich esse jeden Tag einen Apfel zum Frühstück.
C2 verb /əbˈskɒnd/

abscond

fliehen
Meaning
to leave secretly and quickly, often to avoid arrest or punishment
Example
The thief tried to abscond with the stolen jewelry.
Der Dieb versuchte mit dem gestohlenen Schmuck abzuhauen.
A2 noun /əˈpɪə.rəns/

Appearance

Erscheinung; Präsenz; Auftreten
Meaning
the way that someone or something looks; an act of performing or participating in a public event
Example
Her appearance at the event surprised everyone.
Ihr Erscheinen bei der Veranstaltung überraschte alle.
B2 adverb /ˈæktɪvli/

actively

aktiv
Meaning
in a way that involves energetic participation or effort
Example
He is actively involved in community service.
Er ist aktiv in der Gemeindearbeit beteiligt.
B2 noun /əˈroʊmə/

aroma

Aroma
Meaning
A pleasant, distinctive smell.
Example
The aroma of freshly baked bread filled the kitchen.
Das Aroma von frisch gebackenem Brot füllte die Küche.
C1 adjective /əˈtrəʊ.ʃəs/

Atrocious

atroz; extrem schlecht oder unangenehm
Meaning
horrifyingly wicked; extremely bad or unpleasant
Example
The conditions in the prison were atrocious.
Die Bedingungen im Gefängnis waren furchtbar.
C1 noun /əˌlɪtəˈreɪʃən/

alliteration

Alliteration
Meaning
the occurrence of the same consonant sound at the beginning of words in close succession
Example
She used alliteration in her poem to add musicality.
Sie verwendete Alliteration in ihrem Gedicht, um Musikalität hinzuzufügen.
C2 verb /əbˈhɔːr/

abhor

verabscheuen
Meaning
to regard with disgust and hatred
Example
She abhors cruelty to animals.
Sie verabscheut Grausamkeit gegenüber Tieren.
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 /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.
C2 verb /əˈmælɡəmeɪt/

amalgamate

verschmelzen
Meaning
to combine or unite to form one organization or structure; to merge
Example
The two companies decided to amalgamate their operations.
Die beiden Unternehmen beschlossen, ihre Operationen zu verschmelzen.
C2 verb /əˈdjuːs/

adduce

Beweise oder Gründe anführen
Meaning
To provide evidence or reasons to support an argument or idea.
Example
The lawyer adduced several examples to support his case.
Der Anwalt führte mehrere Beispiele an, um seinen Fall zu unterstützen.
A2 adjective /əˈtræk.tɪv/

Attractive

attraktiv
Meaning
pleasing or appealing to the senses; having a quality that draws interest
Example
The garden looks very attractive in spring.
Der Garten sieht im Frühling sehr attraktiv aus.
C2 noun /ˈæl.ɪ.mənt/

aliment

Nahrungsmittel
Meaning
food or nourishment that sustains life
Example
Fruits and vegetables are important aliments for a healthy body.
Obst und Gemüse sind wichtige Nahrungsmittel für einen gesunden Körper.
C2 noun /ˈændaɪərn/

andiron

Metallhalter für Holz
Meaning
a metal support used in a fireplace to hold logs
Example
The logs rested on the andirons in the old fireplace.
Die Holzscheite ruhten auf den Andirons im alten Kamin.
C2 verb /ˈɔːltərˌkeɪt/

altercate

streiten
Meaning
to argue or dispute angrily or noisily
Example
The neighbors began to altercate over the boundary wall.
Die Nachbarn begannen, sich über die Grenzmauer zu streiten.
B1 noun /ˈæmətər/

amateur

Amateur
Meaning
A person who engages in a pursuit, especially a sport or art, on an unpaid basis.
Example
The painting looked impressive, even though it was done by an amateur.
Das Gemälde sah beeindruckend aus, obwohl es von einem Amateur gemacht wurde.
B2 noun /əˌbriːviˈeɪʃən/

abbreviation

Abkürzung
Meaning
a shortened form of a word or phrase
Example
NASA is an abbreviation for National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
NASA ist eine Abkürzung für National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
C2 noun /ˈætəvɪzəm/

atavism

Atavismus
Meaning
The recurrence of traits or characteristics from a remote ancestor.
Example
The scientist noted atavism in the child’s physical features.
Der Wissenschaftler bemerkte Atavismus in den physischen Merkmalen des Kindes.
C2 verb /ˌæntɪˈsiːd/

antecede

vorangehen
Meaning
to come before in time or order
Example
A short introduction usually antecedes the main text.
Eine kurze Einführung geht normalerweise dem Haupttext voraus.
A1 adverb /əˈɡoʊ/

ago

vor
Meaning
Used to indicate how long before the present something happened.
Example
I met her two years ago.
Ich habe sie vor zwei Jahren getroffen.
B1 verb /əˈfɛkt/

affect

beeinflussen
Meaning
to influence or make a difference to something
Example
The weather can greatly affect our mood.
Das Wetter kann unsere Stimmung stark beeinflussen.
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 verb /əˈskraɪb/

ascribe

zuschreiben, zuordnen
Meaning
To attribute something to a cause, source, or person.
Example
Many scholars ascribe the poem to an unknown author.
Viele Gelehrte schreiben das Gedicht einem unbekannten Autor zu.
C1 noun /ˌæktʃuˈæləti/

actuality

wirklichkeit
Meaning
The state of existing in reality rather than in appearance or imagination.
Example
The movie was based on historical actuality.
Der Film basierte auf historischer Wirklichkeit.
C2 verb /ˈæmbl/

amble

gemütlich gehen
Meaning
To walk at a slow, relaxed pace.
Example
They amble through the park on Sunday mornings.
Sie schlendern am Sonntagmorgen durch den Park.
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.
B2 noun /ˈækjərəsi/

Accuracy

Genauigkeit; Präzision
Meaning
the quality of being correct or precise; exactness
Example
The accuracy of the measurements is very important.
Die Genauigkeit der Messungen ist sehr wichtig.
B1 noun /ˈænəlɪst/

analyst

Analyst
Meaning
a person who studies or examines something carefully to understand it or make decisions
Example
The financial analyst predicted a rise in the stock market.
Der Finanzanalyst sagte einen Anstieg des Aktienmarktes voraus.
C1 noun /əˈflɪkʃən/

affliction

Leiden
Meaning
a state of pain, suffering, or distress
Example
Poverty is a common affliction in many parts of the world.
Armut ist ein häufiges Leiden in vielen Teilen der Welt.
C1 verb /əˈfɪliˌeɪt/

affiliate

anschließen
Meaning
to officially attach or connect (a group or organization) to a larger body
Example
The school is affiliated with the local university.
Die Schule ist mit der lokalen Universität verbunden.
B2 verb /ˈɔːθəraɪz/

authorize

autorisieren
Meaning
to give official permission or approval for something
Example
The manager will authorize the payment tomorrow.
Der Manager wird die Zahlung morgen autorisieren.
B2 adjective /ˈæm.pəl/

Ample

reichlich; genügend; ausgiebig
Meaning
large in size, extent, or capacity; plentiful; more than enough
Example
We have ample time to finish the project before the deadline.
Wir haben genügend Zeit, um das Projekt vor der Frist abzuschließen.
B1 verb /əˈdɔːr/

adore

anbeten
Meaning
to love deeply and respect highly
Example
She adores her little sister.
Sie verehrt ihre kleine Schwester.
C1 verb /əˈtoʊn/

atone

sühnen
Meaning
to make amends for a wrong or injury; to make reparation
Example
He tried to atone for his mistakes by helping others.
Er versuchte, sich für seine Fehler zu büßen, indem er anderen half.
C2 adverb /əˈbɛd/

abed

im Bett
Meaning
in bed
Example
She stayed abed all day due to illness.
Sie blieb den ganzen Tag im Bett wegen Krankheit.
A2 adverb /əˈbrɔːd/

Abroad

im Ausland
Meaning
in or to a foreign country
Example
She decided to study abroad for a year.
Sie entschied sich, für ein Jahr im Ausland zu studieren.
C1 adjective /ˌeɪˈtɪpɪkəl/

atypical

atypisch
Meaning
not representative of a type, group, or class; unusual or abnormal
Example
The doctor said it was an atypical case of the disease.
Der Arzt sagte, es sei ein atypischer Fall der Krankheit.
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.
B1 noun /ˈæl.ɪ.ɡeɪ.tər/

Alligator

Alligator
Meaning
a large reptile similar to a crocodile but with a shorter, wider head
Example
The alligator basked in the sun on the riverbank.
Der Alligator sonnte sich am Flussufer.
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.
A1 noun /ɑːrt/

art

Kunst
Meaning
the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination
Example
She studied art at the university.
Sie studierte Kunst an der Universität.
A1 verb /æd/

add

hinzufügen
Meaning
to join something to something else; to include
Example
Please add sugar to my coffee.
Bitte fügen Sie Zucker zu meinem Kaffee hinzu.
B1 noun/verb /əˈwɔːrd/

award

Preis
Meaning
a prize or recognition given for an achievement; to give a prize or recognition
Example
She received an award for her outstanding performance.
Sie erhielt einen Preis für ihre herausragende Leistung.
C2 noun ˌæb.əˈreɪ.ʃən

aberration

Abweichung, Anomalie, Fehlschlag
Meaning
A departure from what is normal, usual, or expected, typically one that is unwelcome.
Example
The scientist dismissed the data as an aberration.
Der Wissenschaftler wies die Daten als eine Abweichung ab.
C1 adjective /ɔːˈstɪə/

austere

streng, schlicht
Meaning
Severe or strict in manner, attitude, or appearance; plain and simple.
Example
The monk lived an austere life in the mountains.
Der Mönch lebte ein strenges Leben in den Bergen.
C1 verb /əˈvɛndʒ/

avenge

rächen
Meaning
to inflict harm in return for an injury or wrong done to oneself or another
Example
He vowed to avenge his brother's death.
Er schwor, den Tod seines Bruders zu rächen.
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.
B1 verb /əˈpruːv/

approve

genehmigen
Meaning
to officially agree to or accept something; to give permission
Example
The committee will approve the new policy tomorrow.
Der Ausschuss wird die neue Politik morgen genehmigen.
A2 adverb /əˈbʌv/

Above

über; oben
Meaning
in or to a higher place; overhead
Example
The airplane flew above the clouds.
Das Flugzeug flog über den Wolken.
B2 adjective /ˈɑːrbɪˌtrɛri/

arbitrary

willkürlich
Meaning
based on random choice or personal whim, rather than reason or system
Example
The teacher's arbitrary grading upset many students.
Die willkürliche Benotung des Lehrers verärgerte viele Schüler.