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C1 verb /ˈdæŋɡəl/

dangle

hängen
Meaning
to hang loosely or swing freely
Example
The keys dangled from his belt.
Die Schlüssel hingen von seinem Gürtel.
C1 noun /ˈspaɪər/

spire

Spitze
Meaning
a tall, pointed structure on top of a building, especially a church
Example
The church spire could be seen from miles away.
Der Kirchturm war von weitem sichtbar.
C1 noun /ˈpɜːrɡəˌtɔːri/

purgatory

ein Ort oder Zustand des Leidens, bewohnt von den Seelen der Sünder, die ihre Sünden sühnen, bevor sie in den Himmel kommen
Meaning
A place or state of suffering inhabited by the souls of sinners who are expiating their sins before going to heaven; a temporary condition of torment or suffering.
Example
After the accident, the long recovery felt like a kind of purgatory.
Nach dem Unfall fühlte sich die lange Genesung wie eine Art Purgatorium an.
C1 noun /luːm/

Loom

Webstuhl
Meaning
a machine for weaving cloth; to appear threatening or menacing
Example
The weaver worked at the loom to create beautiful fabrics.
Der Weber arbeitete am Webstuhl, um schöne Stoffe zu schaffen.
C1 adjective ˈbɜːdʒənɪŋ

burgeoning

aufstrebend
Meaning
Beginning to grow or increase rapidly; flourishing.
Example
The burgeoning tech industry has attracted many investors.
Die aufstrebende Technologiebranche hat viele Investoren angezogen.
C1 verb /ɡɔːr/

gore

mit Hörnern durchbohren
Meaning
to pierce with horns or tusks; spilled blood
Example
The bull gored the matador during the fight.
Der Bulle hat den Matador während des Kampfes aufgespießt.
C1 noun /əˈsɛsər/

assessor

gutachter
Meaning
a person who evaluates or estimates the nature, ability, or quality of something
Example
An external assessor reviewed the project report.
Ein externer Gutachter hat den Projektbericht überprüft.
C1 noun /əˈdʒɪl.ɪ.ti/

agility

Agilität
Meaning
Ability to work quickly and easily, both physically and mentally.
Example
Mental agility is essential for problem-solving.
Mentale Agilität ist entscheidend für die Problemlösung.
C1 adjective /bɪˈmjuːzd/

bemused

verwirrt, verwundert
Meaning
confused, puzzled, or lost in thought
Example
She looked bemused when he asked the strange question.
Sie sah verwirrt aus, als er die seltsame Frage stellte.
C1 noun ˈaʊt.sɔːr.sɪŋ

outsourcing

Auslagerung
Meaning
The practice of having certain job functions done outside a company instead of having an in-house department or employee handle them.
Example
Many companies use outsourcing to reduce labor costs.
Viele Unternehmen nutzen Outsourcing, um die Arbeitskosten zu senken.
C1 verb /ˈplʌm.ɪt/

plummet

schnell gerade nach unten fallen
Meaning
to fall straight down at high speed
Example
Stock prices plummeted after the sudden market crash.
Die Aktienpreise fielen nach dem plötzlichen Marktcrash.
C1 noun/verb mælˈfʌŋk.ʃən

malfunction

Störung
Meaning
A failure to function normally or satisfactorily; a defect or breakdown.
Example
The engine malfunctioned due to overheating.
Der Motor versagte wegen Überhitzung.
C1 adjective /ræmˈbʌŋk.ʃəs/

rambunctious

unruhig
Meaning
boisterous, energetic, and difficult to control.
Example
The rambunctious children filled the house with noise.
Die unruhigen Kinder füllten das Haus mit Lärm.
C1 noun /sɪˈnɒpsɪs/

synopsis

Zusammenfassung
Meaning
a brief summary of the main points of a text, film, or research
Example
The publisher asked the author to submit a one-page synopsis of the novel.
Der Verlag bat den Autor, eine einseitige Zusammenfassung des Romans einzureichen.
C1 noun /ɪnˈdem.nə.ti/

Indemnity

Entschädigung
Meaning
security or protection against a loss or other financial burden; compensation for damage or loss
Example
The insurance company provided full indemnity for the damages caused by the flood.
Die Versicherungsgesellschaft stellte vollständige Entschädigung für die durch die Flut verursachten Schäden bereit.
C1 verb /ˈprɒfər/

proffer

anbieten, vorlegen
Meaning
to offer something for acceptance; to present
Example
She proffered her hand as a sign of friendship.
Sie reichte ihre Hand als Zeichen der Freundschaft.
C1 adjective /ˌʌnˈpɑr.də.nə.bəl/

Unpardonable

unverzeihlich
Meaning
too bad to be forgiven; inexcusable
Example
His betrayal of trust was an unpardonable offense.
Sein Verrat war ein unvergibliches Vergehen.
C1 verb /ɪnˈdaɪt/

indict

anklagen
Meaning
to formally accuse someone of committing a serious crime
Example
The grand jury decided to indict the politician for corruption.
Das Großgericht entschied, den Politiker wegen Korruption anzuklagen.
C1 verb əˈblɪt.ə.reɪt

obliterate

vernichten
Meaning
To destroy utterly; wipe out completely, to erase or remove something completely.
Example
The storm obliterated entire villages.
Der Sturm vernichtete ganze Dörfer.
C1 noun /ˈdaɪəˌlɛkt/

dialect

Dialekt
Meaning
A particular form of a language spoken in a specific region or by a specific group.
Example
He speaks a dialect of Bengali that is common in rural areas.
Er spricht einen Dialekt des Bengalischen, der in ländlichen Gebieten verbreitet ist.
C1 noun /ˈaʊtriːtʃ/

outreach

Erweiterung der Hilfe
Meaning
The act of providing services or support to people who might not otherwise have access to them.
Example
The charity launched a new outreach program for the homeless.
Die Wohltätigkeitsorganisation startete ein neues Programm zur Erweiterung der Hilfe für Obdachlose.
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 verb /ɪˈkweɪt/

equate

gleichsetzen
Meaning
To consider as equal or equivalent.
Example
Many people equate wealth with success.
Viele Menschen setzen Wohlstand gleich mit Erfolg.
C1 noun /dɪˌnɒmɪˈneɪʃən/

denomination

Konfession, Wert
Meaning
a recognized autonomous branch of the Christian Church; a unit of value or currency
Example
The church belongs to a Protestant denomination.
Die Kirche gehört einer protestantischen Konfession an.
C1 noun /ˈpɔː.pəs/

Porpoise

Schweinswal
Meaning
a small toothed whale with a low triangular dorsal fin and a blunt rounded snout
Example
The porpoise jumped gracefully out of the water.
Der Schweinswal sprang anmutig aus dem Wasser.
C1 verb /ˈhjuːmənaɪz/

humanize

humanisieren
Meaning
To make something more humane, kind, or relatable.
Example
The teacher tried to humanize the lesson with personal stories.
Der Lehrer versuchte, die Lektion mit persönlichen Geschichten zu humanisieren.
C1 noun /ˈtɛnər/

tenor

Tenor / allgemeiner Ton
Meaning
the general meaning, drift, or character of something; a male singing voice between baritone and alto
Example
The overall tenor of his speech was hopeful and reassuring.
Der allgemeine Tenor seiner Rede war hoffnungsvoll und beruhigend.
C1 adverb /ˌɪnsɪˈdɛntəli/

incidentally

übrigens
Meaning
by the way; used to introduce a remark not directly related to the main subject
Example
Incidentally, did you know that she studied in Paris?
Übrigens, wusstest du, dass sie in Paris studiert hat?
C1 adjective /ʌnˈkɛmpt/

unkempt

ungepflegt
Meaning
Having an untidy or disheveled appearance.
Example
He looked unkempt after sleeping outdoors all night.
Er sah ungepflegt aus, nachdem er die ganze Nacht draußen geschlafen hatte.
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 verb /dɪˈfeɪm/

defame

verleumden
Meaning
to harm someone's reputation by spreading false information
Example
He was defamed by malicious rumors.
Er wurde durch bösartige Gerüchte diffamiert.
C1 noun /ˈaʊtpoʊst/

outpost

außenposten
Meaning
A small military camp or position at some distance from the main force, used especially as a guard.
Example
The soldiers were stationed at a remote outpost.
Die Soldaten wurden an einem abgelegenen Außenposten stationiert.
C1 noun /braɪn/

brine

Salzwasser
Meaning
Water saturated with salt, often used for preserving food.
Example
The olives were stored in brine to keep them fresh.
Die Oliven wurden in Salzwasser aufbewahrt, um sie frisch zu halten.
C1 verb /prəˈfes/

profess

bekennen
Meaning
to declare or claim openly; to state one's belief
Example
He professes his love for classical music.
Er bekennt seine Liebe zur klassischen Musik.
C1 verb /ˈtɪpɪfaɪ/

typify

repräsentieren
Meaning
to represent or be a typical example of something
Example
His leadership style typifies the new corporate culture.
Sein Führungsstil verkörpert die neue Unternehmenskultur.
C1 adjective ˌɡæs.troʊ.ɪnˈtes.tɪ.nəl

gastrointestinal

gastrointestinal
Meaning
Relating to the stomach and intestines.
Example
Spicy food can cause gastrointestinal issues.
Würziges Essen kann gastrointestinale Probleme verursachen.
C1 noun /ˈdel.ɪ.kə.si/

Delicacy

Zartheit; eine ausgesuchte oder teure Speise;
Meaning
fineness of texture or structure; a choice or expensive food; sensitivity in handling
Example
The chef prepared a local delicacy that was famous throughout the region.
Der Koch bereitete eine lokale Delikatesse zu, die in der gesamten Region berühmt war.
C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzæktɪŋ/

exacting

anspruchsvoll
Meaning
demanding a lot of effort, attention, or precision
Example
She is known for her exacting standards in design.
Sie ist bekannt für ihre anspruchsvollen Standards im Design.
C1 noun məˈnjʊər

manure

Mist, organischer Dünger
Meaning
Animal dung used for fertilizing land; organic matter used as fertilizer.
Example
Organic manure enhances soil fertility.
Organischer Mist verbessert die Fruchtbarkeit des Bodens.
C1 adjective /ˈəʊnərəs/

onerous

beschwerlich
Meaning
involving a great deal of effort, difficulty, or burden
Example
Fulfilling the contract proved to be an onerous task for the company.
Die Erfüllung des Vertrags erwies sich als eine beschwerliche Aufgabe für das Unternehmen.
C1 noun dɪˌlɪb.əˈreɪ.ʃən

deliberation

Überlegung
Meaning
Long and careful consideration or discussion.
Example
The agreement was finalized after much deliberation.
Die Vereinbarung wurde nach viel Überlegung finalisiert.
C1 adjective /ˈdɪzməl/

Dismal

düster; deprimierend; traurig
Meaning
gloomy; depressing; causing sadness or despair
Example
The weather was dismal with heavy rain and dark clouds.
Das Wetter war düster mit starkem Regen und dunklen Wolken.
C1 noun /ɡeɪl/

Gale

Sturm; starker Wind mit einer Stärke von 7 bis 10 auf der Beaufort-Skala
Meaning
a very strong wind; a wind of force 7 to 10 on the Beaufort scale
Example
The fishing boats returned to harbor early due to the approaching gale.
Die Fischerboote kehrten früh in den Hafen zurück, weil der Sturm näher kam.
C1 verb /riːl/

reel

stolpern / aufwickeln
Meaning
to lose balance and stagger; to wind or spin something onto a reel
Example
He reeled backward after being punched.
Er stolperte nach hinten, nachdem er geschlagen wurde.
C1 noun /voʊɡ/

vogue

Mode
Meaning
the prevailing fashion, style, or trend at a particular time
Example
Minimalist design is currently in vogue.
Minimalistisches Design ist derzeit in Mode.
C1 verb /ˈsenʃər/

censure

zensieren, stark kritisieren
Meaning
to criticize severely; to express strong disapproval
Example
The committee censured the politician for his misconduct.
Der Ausschuss hat den Politiker wegen seines Fehlverhaltens zensiert.
C1 noun /ˈɡʌnˌpaʊdər/

Gunpowder

Schießpulver
Meaning
explosive powder used in guns and fireworks
Example
Gunpowder was invented in ancient China.
Schießpulver wurde im alten China erfunden.
C1 noun ˌlɪt.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən

litigation

Rechtsstreit
Meaning
The process of taking legal action; a lawsuit.
Example
The litigation accused the regime of human rights abuses.
Der Rechtsstreit beschuldigte das Regime der Menschenrechtsverletzungen.
C1 noun /rɑk sɔlt/

Rock Salt

Steinsalz
Meaning
natural salt crystals formed from evaporated ancient seas; unrefined salt
Example
Rock salt is considered healthier than table salt.
Steinsalz wird als gesünder angesehen als Tafelsalz.
C1 verb /ˌpriːdɪˈtɜːrmɪn/

predetermine

vordefinieren
Meaning
to establish or decide something in advance
Example
The outcome of the match seemed predetermined.
Das Ergebnis des Spiels schien vordefiniert zu sein.
C1 adjective /ˈskwiːmɪʃ/

squeamish

leicht erregbar, übel oder angewidert
Meaning
easily made to feel sick, faint, or disgusted
Example
She felt squeamish at the sight of blood.
Sie fühlte sich übel, als sie Blut sah.
C1 noun /ˌlɛ.seɪ ˈfɛər/

laissez-faire

Nicht-Eingriff-Politik
Meaning
An economic policy where government does not intervene in business affairs.
Example
Laissez-faire policies encourage private enterprise.
Laissez-faire-Politiken fördern private Unternehmen.
C1 adjective /ˌdɪfəˈrɛnʃəl/

differential

differenziell
Meaning
Relating to or showing a difference; involving a distinction.
Example
There is a differential treatment between the two groups.
Es gibt eine differenzielle Behandlung zwischen den beiden Gruppen.
C1 verb ɪˈluːd

elude

entkommen
Meaning
Evade or escape from, typically in a skillful or cunning way; avoid being caught.
Example
The thief managed to elude the police.
Der Dieb konnte der Polizei entkommen.
C1 noun /ˈɪn.tə.mə.si/

Intimacy

Intimität; Nähe
Meaning
close familiarity or friendship; closeness; a private cozy atmosphere
Example
The couple valued the emotional intimacy they shared more than material possessions.
Das Paar schätzte die emotionale Intimität, die sie teilten, mehr als materiellen Besitz.
C1 noun /ˈpærəbl/

parable

parabel
Meaning
A simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson.
Example
Jesus often taught using a parable to convey deeper truths.
Jesus lehrte oft mit einer Parabel, um tiefere Wahrheiten zu vermitteln.
C1 noun/adjective /ˈmɪstɪk/

mystic

mystisch, spiritueller Suchender
Meaning
relating to mysteries, spirituality, or hidden truths; a person who seeks spiritual insight
Example
The mystic devoted his life to meditation and spiritual discovery.
Der Mystiker widmete sein Leben der Meditation und der spirituellen Entdeckung.
C1 noun moʊst ˈvʌlnərəbəl ˈneɪʃən

most vulnerable nation

am stärksten gefährdete Nation
Meaning
A country that is highly exposed to risks and lacks adequate protection or resilience.
Example
Bangladesh is one of the most vulnerable nations to climate change.
Bangladesch ist eines der verwundbarsten Länder gegenüber dem Klimawandel.
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 /ˈmænɪfoʊld/

Manifold

vielfältig
Meaning
many and of several different types; multiple; various
Example
The project has manifold benefits for the community.
Das Projekt hat vielfältige Vorteile für die Gemeinschaft.
C1 noun/verb /ˈætrəfi/

atrophy

Atrophie
Meaning
a decrease in size or wasting away of a body part, tissue, or ability due to lack of use
Example
Without regular exercise, muscles may atrophy over time.
Ohne regelmäßige Bewegung können Muskeln mit der Zeit atrophieren.
C1 noun /ˈtɒr.ənt/

Torrent

starker Strom; Stromschnelle
Meaning
a strong and fast-moving stream of water or other liquid; a sudden, violent, and copious outpouring
Example
The heavy rain created a torrent of water rushing down the mountain.
Der starke Regen schuf einen Strom von Wasser, der den Berg hinabfloss.
C1 verb /ˈɪnfɪltreɪt/

infiltrate

infiltrieren
Meaning
to secretly enter or gain access to a place or group
Example
The spies managed to infiltrate the enemy base.
Die Spione schafften es, die feindliche Basis zu infiltrieren.
C1 verb /ˈnɛsəl/

nestle

kuscheln
Meaning
to settle or lie comfortably within or against something
Example
The child nestled into her mother's arms.
Das Kind kuschelte sich in die Arme seiner Mutter.
C1 noun /ˈnaɪt.hʊd/

knighthood

ritterschaft
Meaning
The rank or dignity of a knight, or the ceremony of conferring knighthood.
Example
He was honored with knighthood for his contributions to science.
Er wurde für seine Beiträge zur Wissenschaft mit der Ritterschaft geehrt.
C1 verb /ˈpæs.ɪ.faɪ/

pacify

besänftigen
Meaning
To quell the anger, agitation, or excitement of someone.
Example
The mother tried to pacify her crying child.
Die Mutter versuchte, ihr weinendes Kind zu besänftigen.
C1 verb, noun /mjuːz/

muse

nachdenken / Inspirationsquelle
Meaning
to think deeply about something; a source of inspiration, especially for an artist or writer
Example
She sat by the window to muse about her future.
Sie saß am Fenster, um über ihre Zukunft nachzudenken.
C1 verb /ɪmˈbɛl.ɪʃ/

embellish

verschönern
Meaning
To make something more attractive by adding decorative details or exaggerating.
Example
He tends to embellish stories to make them more interesting.
Er neigt dazu, Geschichten zu verschönern, um sie interessanter zu machen.
C1 noun /əˈsɛnʃən/

ascension

Aufstieg
Meaning
The act of rising or going up, often to an important position or a higher place.
Example
His rapid ascension in the company surprised everyone.
Sein schneller Aufstieg in der Firma überraschte alle.
C1 noun /ˈmedoʊ/

Meadow

Wiese
Meaning
A piece of grassland, especially one used for hay
Example
The cows grazed peacefully in the green meadow.
Die Kühe grasten friedlich auf der grünen Wiese.
C1 verb /ˈprɒpəɡeɪt/

propagate

verbreiten
Meaning
To spread or transmit an idea, belief, or information widely; also to reproduce in plants or animals.
Example
Scientists work to propagate the species in captivity.
Wissenschaftler arbeiten daran, die Arten in Gefangenschaft zu propagieren.
C1 verb /ɪnˈɡreɪv/

engrave

einritzen
Meaning
to cut or carve a design, letter, or pattern into a hard surface
Example
The craftsman engraved her name on the silver ring.
Der Handwerker hat ihren Namen auf den Silberring eingraviert.
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 noun ˌflʌk.tʃuˈeɪ.ʃən

fluctuation

Schwankung
Meaning
An irregular rising and falling in number or amount; a variation.
Example
The stock market experiences frequent fluctuation.
Der Aktienmarkt erlebt häufige Schwankungen.
C1 adjective /ˈspjʊəriəs/

spurious

falsch / unrechtmäßig
Meaning
Not genuine, authentic, or true; false or fake.
Example
The report was based on spurious claims.
Der Bericht basierte auf falschen Behauptungen.
C1 adjective /ˌrɛprɪˈhɛnsəbl̩/

reprehensible

verwerflich
Meaning
Deserving strong criticism or blame.
Example
His dishonest actions were truly reprehensible.
Seine unehrlichen Taten waren wirklich verwerflich.
C1 noun /ˈwiː.vər/

Weaver

Weber
Meaning
a person who makes cloth by interlacing threads on a loom
Example
The skilled weaver created intricate patterns on the silk fabric.
Der geschickte Weber erschuf komplizierte Muster auf dem Seidenstoff.
C1 verb/noun ˈfæð.əm

fathom

verstehen
Meaning
To understand after much thought; to measure the depth of water; to comprehend.
Example
It is difficult to fathom the depths of the ocean.
Es ist schwer, die Tiefen des Ozeans zu verstehen.
C1 verb /ˈbɛkən/

beckon

heranwinken
Meaning
to signal or call someone to come closer, often with a gesture; to attract or invite
Example
She beckoned him to come closer with a wave of her hand.
Sie winkte ihn mit der Hand näher heran.
C1 adjective ˌbjʊə.rəˈkræt.ɪk

bureaucratic

bürokratisch
Meaning
Involving or characterized by complex rules and procedures that can delay the achievement of goals.
Example
Bureaucratic red tape often delays project approvals.
Bürokratische Hürden verzögern oft die Projektgenehmigungen.
C1 noun /ˈɪŋklɪŋ/

inkling

Ahnung
Meaning
A slight idea, hint, or suspicion about something.
Example
She had an inkling that he was planning a surprise.
Sie hatte einen leichten Verdacht, dass er eine Überraschung plante.
C1 noun /pɛnˈtæθlɒn/

pentathlon

Pentathlon
Meaning
An athletic contest featuring five different events.
Example
She trained hard to compete in the modern pentathlon.
Sie trainierte hart, um im modernen Pentathlon zu konkurrieren.
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 /θrɒb/

throb

pochen
Meaning
to beat or pulse strongly, often with pain
Example
His head began to throb after the long day.
Sein Kopf begann nach dem langen Tag zu pochen.
C1 verb koʊˈɜrs

coerce

zwingen
Meaning
To force someone to do something against their will using threats or intimidation.
Example
The manager tried to coerce the employees into working overtime.
Der Manager versuchte, die Mitarbeiter zu zwingen, Überstunden zu machen.
C1 noun /ˌdɪsbɪˈliːvər/

disbeliever

Ungläubiger
Meaning
a person who does not believe in something, especially a religion or idea
Example
He was called a disbeliever for rejecting the traditional faith.
Er wurde Ungläubiger genannt, weil er den traditionellen Glauben ablehnte.
C1 adjective /ɪkˈstætɪk/

ecstatic

ekstatisch
Meaning
Feeling or expressing overwhelming happiness or excitement.
Example
The fans were ecstatic after their team won the championship.
Die Fans waren ekstatisch, nachdem ihre Mannschaft die Meisterschaft gewonnen hatte.
C1 noun /ˈkʌl.ən.dər/

Colander

Sieb
Meaning
a bowl-shaped kitchen utensil with holes in it used for draining food such as pasta or rice
Example
She drained the pasta using a colander.
Sie hat die Pasta mit einem Sieb abgegossen.
C1 noun /ˌɪnkɑːrˈneɪʃən/

incarnation

Inkarnation
Meaning
the embodiment of a deity, spirit, or quality in a physical form
Example
The monk was considered the incarnation of compassion.
Der Mönch wurde als die Inkarnation des Mitgefühls betrachtet.
C1 noun /brɪm/

Brim

Rand; Krempe; Lippe
Meaning
the projecting edge of a hat; the edge or lip of something
Example
The wide brim of his hat protected him from the scorching sun.
Der breite Rand seines Hutes schützte ihn vor der sengenden Sonne.
C1 noun /ləˈɡuːn/

lagoon

Lagune
Meaning
A shallow body of water separated from the sea by sandbars or reefs.
Example
We swam in the calm waters of the lagoon.
Wir schwammen in den ruhigen Gewässern der Lagune.
C1 noun /mɪˈlɪʃə/

militia

Miliz
Meaning
a group of ordinary people who are trained to act as soldiers in emergencies
Example
The village formed a militia to defend against attacks.
Das Dorf bildete eine Miliz, um sich gegen Angriffe zu verteidigen.
C1 adjective /ˈwɪlfəl/

willful

willens
Meaning
Deliberate, intentional, or stubbornly determined to do as one wants.
Example
Her willful disregard for the rules got her into trouble.
Ihr willensstarker Missbrauch der Regeln brachte sie in Schwierigkeiten.
C1 adjective /ˈkɒɡ.nɪ.zənt/

cognizant

bewusst
Meaning
Having knowledge or being aware of something.
Example
He was cognizant of the risks before starting the project.
Er war sich der Risiken bewusst, bevor er das Projekt startete.
C1 noun /ˈbɜːrθraɪt/

birthright

Geburtsrecht
Meaning
A privilege or possession that a person has from birth.
Example
Freedom is considered a birthright of every individual.
Freiheit wird als Geburtsrecht jedes Einzelnen angesehen.
C1 adjective /ˈmoʊmənˌteri/

momentary

momentan
Meaning
Lasting for only a short time.
Example
There was a momentary silence in the room.
Es gab eine momentane Stille im Raum.
C1 noun /ˈspɔɪlˌspɔːrt/

spoilsport

Spielverderber
Meaning
A person who ruins other people's enjoyment or fun.
Example
Don't be a spoilsport and let us enjoy the party.
Sei kein Spielverderber und lass uns die Party genießen.
C1 noun /ˈɔːrθədɑːksi/

orthodoxy

Orthodoxie
Meaning
traditional or generally accepted beliefs and practices
Example
The religious leader defended the orthodoxy of the faith.
Der religiöse Führer verteidigte die Orthodoxie des Glaubens.
C1 noun /ˈpiːɒn/

peon

Peon
Meaning
a low-ranking worker, often performing menial tasks
Example
The office peon delivered the files to each department.
Der Peon im Büro lieferte die Akten an jede Abteilung.
C1 noun ˌdɪs.æmˌbɪɡ.juˈeɪ.ʃən

disambiguation

Disambiguierung
Meaning
The removal of ambiguity by making something clear and unambiguous.
Example
The AI system applies disambiguation to refine text understanding.
Das KI-System wendet Disambiguierung an, um das Textverständnis zu verfeinern.
C1 noun /ˌɪntəkəˈnɛktɪvɪti/

interconnectivity

Interkonnektivität
Meaning
The state of being interconnected or the degree of connectivity between components
Example
The rise of interconnectivity has transformed global communication.
Der Aufstieg der Interkonnektivität hat die weltweite Kommunikation verändert.
C1 noun /ˈtrɪviə/

trivia

Triviales Fakten
Meaning
Details or information that are considered unimportant or of little value.
Example
The quiz was filled with fun trivia about movies and music.
Das Quiz war mit lustigen Trivia über Filme und Musik gefüllt.
C1 verb /ˈoʊvərˌhɔːl/

overhaul

große Überholung
Meaning
to examine thoroughly and repair or improve something that is worn or ineffective
Example
The company decided to overhaul its outdated computer system.
Das Unternehmen entschied sich, sein veraltetes Computersystem zu überholen.
C1 noun /ˈsteɪ.ʃən.ər/

Stationer

Papeterie
Meaning
a person who sells paper, pens, pencils, and other office supplies
Example
The stationer recommended the best pens for writing exams.
Der Stationär empfahl die besten Stifte für Prüfungen.
C1 verb /ɪnˈkɑːrsəreɪt/

incarcerate

inhaftieren
Meaning
to imprison or confine someone
Example
The authorities incarcerated the criminal after the trial.
Die Behörden inhaftierten den Kriminellen nach dem Prozess.
C1 adjective /ˈwɔːrˌlaɪk/

warlike

kriegerisch
Meaning
Having an aggressive or militant nature; inclined to fight or engage in war.
Example
The tribe was known for its warlike traditions.
Der Stamm war bekannt für seine kriegerischen Traditionen.
C1 verb /ˌriːˈkɒn.stɪ.tʃuːt/

reconstitute

rekonstituieren
Meaning
to restore something to its original form or state; to reassemble
Example
The group was reconstituted after the leader returned.
Die Gruppe wurde nach der Rückkehr des Führers rekonstituiert.
C1 noun /ˈmɪʃ.ən.ɛr.i/

Missionary

Missionar
Meaning
A person sent on a religious mission to promote their faith in a foreign country
Example
The missionary spent years teaching and helping people in remote villages.
Der Missionar verbrachte Jahre damit, in abgelegenen Dörfern zu unterrichten und den Menschen zu helfen.
C1 adjective /ɑːrˈkeɪn/

arcane

arkane
Meaning
understood by few; mysterious or secret
Example
The professor’s lecture was full of arcane details that only specialists could follow.
Die Vorlesung des Professors war voll von arkanen Details, denen nur Spezialisten folgen konnten.
C1 adjective /ˈtɛmpərət/

temperate

gemäßigt
Meaning
showing moderation or self-restraint; also describing mild climate.
Example
He is known for his temperate behavior even in stressful situations.
Er ist bekannt für sein gemäßigtes Verhalten, selbst in stressigen Situationen.
C1 adverb /ˈpiːs.miːl/

Piecemeal

stückweise; in Teilen
Meaning
done or made gradually, one piece at a time; fragmentary; unsystematic
Example
The renovation was done piecemeal over several years due to budget constraints.
Die Renovierung wurde über mehrere Jahre hinweg Stück für Stück aufgrund von Budgetbeschränkungen durchgeführt.
C1 verb /ˈɛkˌsaɪz/

excise

entfernen
Meaning
to cut out or remove completely, often by surgery
Example
The surgeon excised the tumor successfully.
Der Chirurg entfernte den Tumor erfolgreich.
C1 noun /ˌsɛlfsəˈfɪʃənsi/

Self-sufficiency

Selbstgenügsamkeit
Meaning
the ability to supply one's own needs without external assistance; independence
Example
The farm achieved complete self-sufficiency in food production.
Der Bauernhof erreichte vollständige Selbstgenügsamkeit in der Lebensmittelproduktion.
C1 noun /ˈzoʊdiæk/

Zodiac

Tierkreiszeichen
Meaning
a belt of the heavens within which lie the paths of the sun, moon, and planets; the twelve astrological signs
Example
What is your zodiac sign?
Was ist dein Tierkreiszeichen?
C1 verb /wiːn/

wean

abstillen
Meaning
To gradually stop a child or animal from breastfeeding; to detach from a habit.
Example
Parents often wean their babies around six months old.
Eltern entwöhnen ihre Babys oft mit etwa sechs Monaten.
C1 adjective /ˌθiːəˈlɒdʒɪkl/

theological

theologisch
Meaning
Relating to the study of theology or religious belief.
Example
He wrote a theological paper on the concept of divine justice.
Er schrieb eine theologische Abhandlung über das Konzept der göttlichen Gerechtigkeit.
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 noun /ˈrez.ɪ.dənt ˈkəʊ.ɔː.dɪ.neɪ.tər/

resident coordinator

ansässiger koordinator
Meaning
A local administrator or official who coordinates activities in a specific region.
Example
The resident coordinator welcomed all representatives.
Der ansässige Koordinator begrüßte alle Vertreter.
C1 noun /ˈhiːdəˌnɪzəm/

hedonism

Hedonismus
Meaning
The pursuit of pleasure and self-indulgence as the highest goal.
Example
The lifestyle of the rich is often criticized as pure hedonism.
Der Lebensstil der Reichen wird oft als reiner Hedonismus kritisiert.
C1 noun /θiˈɒlədʒi/

theology

Theologie
Meaning
The study of the nature of God and religious beliefs.
Example
She is pursuing a degree in theology at the university.
Sie verfolgt einen Abschluss in Theologie an der Universität.
C1 verb /ɪkˈstoʊl/

extol

preisen
Meaning
to praise enthusiastically and highly
Example
The teacher extolled the student's dedication and hard work.
Der Lehrer pries die Hingabe und harte Arbeit des Schülers.