C1 adverb /ʌnˈnætʃrəli/

unnaturally

unnatürlich

Meaning

in a way that is not natural or normal; excessively or strangely

Example

He smiled unnaturally, making everyone feel uncomfortable.

Er lächelte unnatürlich und machte alle nervös.

C1 noun /fiːnd/

fiend

Ungeheuer, böse Person

Meaning

an evil spirit or demon; a wicked or cruel person; someone obsessed with a particular thing

Example

He is a real fiend when it comes to solving puzzles.

Er ist ein richtiger Dämon, wenn es darum geht, Rätsel zu lösen.

C1 adjective /ˈzɛsti/

zesty

würzig

Meaning

Having a strong, pleasant, and somewhat spicy flavor; full of energy and enthusiasm.

Example

The dish had a zesty flavor that everyone loved.

Das Gericht hatte einen würzigen Geschmack, der allen gefallen hat.

C1 noun /ˈzɪn.i.ə/

Zinnia

zinnia

Meaning

A colorful garden flower with daisy-like blooms, popular for its vibrant colors and long-lasting nature

Example

The garden was filled with bright zinnias in various colors.

Der Garten war mit leuchtenden Zinnien in verschiedenen Farben gefüllt.

C1 noun /ɡrəˈfiː.ti/

Graffiti

Schriften oder Zeichnungen, die illegal an einer Wand oder einer anderen Oberfläche an einem öffentlichen Ort gemacht wurden

Meaning

writing or drawings scribbled, scratched, or sprayed illicitly on a wall or other surface in a public place

Example

The subway walls were covered with colorful graffiti created by local street artists.

Die U-Bahn-Wände waren mit buntem Graffiti bedeckt, das von lokalen Straßenkünstlern erstellt wurde.

C1 adjective /ʌnˈvɔɪst/

unvoiced

nicht ausgesprochen

Meaning

not expressed in speech; in phonetics, a sound produced without vocal cord vibration

Example

The student kept her opinion unvoiced during the meeting.

Die Studentin hielt ihre Meinung während des Treffens ungesprochen.

C1 adjective /ɪnˈveɪsɪv/

invasive

invasiv

Meaning

Tending to spread harmfully, intruding aggressively, or encroaching beyond proper boundaries.

Example

The doctor explained that the procedure was minimally invasive.

Der Arzt erklärte, dass das Verfahren minimal invasiv war.

C1 noun, verb /tɪndʒ/

tinge

ein leichter Hauch von Farbe oder Geschmack

Meaning

a slight added color, flavor, or feeling; to add a slight amount of color or quality

Example

Her voice was tinged with sadness.

Ihre Stimme war von Traurigkeit getönt.

C1 noun /krʌks/

crux

der Kern

Meaning

the most important or decisive point of an issue

Example

The crux of the problem lies in poor communication.

Der Kern des Problems liegt in schlechter Kommunikation.

C1 verb /rɪˈdiːm/

redeem

einlösen

Meaning

to compensate for faults or mistakes; to exchange something for value

Example

He managed to redeem his reputation after the scandal.

Er konnte seinen Ruf nach dem Skandal wiederherstellen.

C1 noun /dɪˈsaɪ.pəl/

Disciple

Jünger; Anhänger

Meaning

a follower and student of a teacher, leader, or philosopher; devoted follower

Example

The famous philosopher had many disciples who spread his teachings worldwide.

Der berühmte Philosoph hatte viele Jünger, die seine Lehren weltweit verbreiteten.

C1 noun /ˈwɒrənt/

Warrant

Durchsuchungsbefehl

Meaning

a legal document that gives police the authority to do something; justification or authority for an action

Example

The police obtained a search warrant before entering the building.

Die Polizei holte einen Durchsuchungsbefehl, bevor sie das Gebäude betrat.

C1 adjective /ʌnˈkwes.tʃən.ə.bl̩/

Unquestionable

unbestreitbar; sicher

Meaning

not able to be disputed or doubted; certain and beyond doubt

Example

Her honesty and integrity are unquestionable qualities.

Ihre Ehrlichkeit und Integrität sind unbestreitbare Qualitäten.

C1 adjective /ˈneɡ.lɪ.dʒənt/

Negligent

nachlässig

Meaning

failing to take proper care; careless; showing lack of attention

Example

The negligent driver caused a serious accident.

Der nachlässige Fahrer verursachte einen schweren Unfall.

C1 verb /ˈnɔːrməlaɪz/

normalize

normalisieren

Meaning

to bring something back to a normal or standard condition; to make something conform to a standard

Example

The government took steps to normalize relations with neighboring countries.

Die Regierung unternahm Schritte, um die Beziehungen zu normalisieren.

C1 noun /ˈkɑːmənˌwɛlθ/

commonwealth

Commonwealth

Meaning

an independent community or state, especially one founded for the common good; also an association of nations

Example

Australia is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations.

Australien ist Mitglied des Commonwealth der Nationen.

C1 verb /kənˈtɛkstʃuəlaɪz/

contextualize

kontextualisieren

Meaning

to place something in a context or interpret it in relation to its surroundings

Example

The teacher contextualized the historical event to make it more relevant for students.

Der Lehrer hat das historische Ereignis kontextualisiert, um es für die Schüler relevanter zu machen.

C1 adjective ˌɪn.təˈmɪt.ənt

intermittent

intermittierend

Meaning

Happening irregularly, not continuously.

Example

The rain was intermittent throughout the day.

Der Regen war den ganzen Tag über intermittierend.

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 noun /ˌmɪsˈtrʌst/

Mistrust

Misstrauen

Meaning

Lack of trust; suspicion or doubt about someone or something

Example

There was deep mistrust between the two political parties.

Es gab tiefes Misstrauen zwischen den beiden politischen Parteien.

C1 adjective /ˈtrænziənt/

Transient

vergänglich; vorübergehend

Meaning

lasting for only a short time; temporary

Example

The beauty of spring flowers is transient.

Die Schönheit der Frühlingsblumen ist vergänglich.

C1 verb /ˈbɑːrtər/

barter

Tausch

Meaning

To exchange goods or services without using money.

Example

They bartered their crops for handmade tools.

Sie tauschten ihre Ernten gegen handgefertigte Werkzeuge.

C1 verb /tʃæsˈtaɪz/

chastise

scharf kritisieren / bestrafen

Meaning

to criticize or punish severely

Example

The teacher chastised the student for being late.

Der Lehrer hat den Schüler für das Zuspätkommen scharf zurechtgewiesen.

C1 verb /ˈwɪð.ər/

wither

verblassen

Meaning

to dry up and die, typically used for plants

Example

The flowers will wither without enough water.

Die Blumen werden ohne genug Wasser verwelken.

C1 adjective /dɪˈɡreɪdɪd/

degraded

degradiert

Meaning

Reduced in quality, dignity, or condition.

Example

The villagers were forced to live in degraded conditions.

Die Dorfbewohner wurden gezwungen, in degradierten Bedingungen zu leben.

C1 adjective /ˈsʌlən/

sullen

grimmig

Meaning

bad-tempered and gloomy; silently resentful

Example

She gave him a sullen look and walked away.

Sie warf ihm einen grimmigen Blick zu und ging weg.

C1 adjective ʌnˈmætʃt

unmatched

unvergleichlich

Meaning

Not equaled or rivaled by any other; without equal.

Example

The freedom fighters showed unmatched bravery.

Die Freiheitskämpfer zeigten unvergleichlichen Mut.

C1 adjective, adverb (informal, vulgar) /ˈfʌkɪŋ/

fucking

verdammt (vulgäres Wort zur Betonung)

Meaning

used for emphasis, often expressing anger or frustration (vulgar slang)

Example

It was a fucking disaster!

Es war eine verdammte Katastrophe!

C1 noun /ˌklɔːstrəˈfəʊbiə/

claustrophobia

Klaustrophobie

Meaning

an extreme or irrational fear of being in confined spaces

Example

He avoids elevators because of his claustrophobia.

Er meidet Aufzüge wegen seiner Klaustrophobie.

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 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.

C1 noun /ɪnˈtaɪərəti/

entirety

Vollständigkeit

Meaning

the whole of something; the complete form

Example

He watched the movie in its entirety.

Er sah den Film in seiner Gesamtheit.

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 /ˈprɒfəsi/

prophecy

Prophezeiung

Meaning

a prediction or message about the future, often believed to be divinely inspired

Example

The prophecy foretold the rise of a great leader.

Die Prophezeiung sagte den Aufstieg eines großen Anführers voraus.

C1 noun /ˌɪnsɪɡˈnɪfɪkəns/

insignificance

Bedeutungslosigkeit

Meaning

The quality of being unimportant or trivial.

Example

He felt a sense of insignificance in the vast universe.

Er fühlte ein Gefühl der Bedeutungslosigkeit im weiten Universum.

C1 adjective, noun /ˈkɑːr.dɪ.nəl/

cardinal

kardinal / grundlegend

Meaning

As an adjective: of prime importance; as a noun: a high-ranking Catholic clergyman or a type of bird.

Example

Honesty is a cardinal virtue in life.

Ehrlichkeit ist eine kardinale Tugend im Leben.

C1 verb /ˈædʒ.ɪ.teɪt/

agitate

agitieren, aufregen

Meaning

to stir up feelings or disturb; to campaign for change

Example

The protesters agitated for better working conditions.

Die Demonstranten agitierten für bessere Arbeitsbedingungen.

C1 adjective /ˈræspi/

raspy

rau

Meaning

having a harsh, rough, or grating sound

Example

His raspy voice revealed years of smoking.

Seine raue Stimme zeigte jahrelanges Rauchen.

C1 verb /rɪˈmɪt/

remit

Geld senden / erlassen

Meaning

To send money in payment or as a gift; to cancel or refrain from exacting a debt or punishment.

Example

He promised to remit the payment by the end of the week.

Er versprach, die Zahlung bis zum Ende der Woche zu überweisen.

C1 adjective /ˌwɛl tə ˈduː/

well-to-do

wohlhabend

Meaning

Prosperous, wealthy, or financially comfortable.

Example

They belong to a well-to-do family in the city.

Sie gehören zu einer wohlhabenden Familie in der Stadt.

C1 noun /ˈtrænsfərəns/

transference

Übertragung

Meaning

The act of moving something from one place, person, or situation to another.

Example

The transference of knowledge is essential in education.

Die Übertragung von Wissen ist in der Bildung entscheidend.

C1 verb /rɪˈtreɪs/

retrace

einen Weg oder eine Route zurückgehen; Schritte, die früher gemacht wurden, erinnern und wiederholen

Meaning

to go back over a path or route; to recall and repeat steps taken earlier

Example

She retraced her steps to find her lost keys.

Sie ging ihre Schritte zurück, um ihre verlorenen Schlüssel zu finden.

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 /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 /heɪz/

Haze

Nebel

Meaning

a slight obscuration of the lower atmosphere, typically caused by fine suspended particles; confusion

Example

The morning haze lifted gradually as the sun rose higher in the sky.

Der morgendliche Nebel löste sich allmählich auf, als die Sonne höher am Himmel stieg.

C1 adverb ˌekspəˈnenʃəli

exponentially

exponentiell

Meaning

At a rapidly increasing rate; growing or expanding very quickly and intensely.

Example

Internet adoption is growing exponentially worldwide.

Die Internetakzeptanz wächst weltweit exponentiell.

C1 verb /blɜːrt/

blurt

etwas ohne nachzudenken sagen

Meaning

to say something suddenly without thinking

Example

He blurts out the secret accidentally.

Er sagt das Geheimnis versehentlich.

C1 verb /ˈlɪbəreɪt/

liberate

befreien

Meaning

to set free from imprisonment, oppression, or restraint

Example

The army liberated the city from enemy control.

Die Armee befreite die Stadt von der feindlichen Kontrolle.

C1 noun /ˈsɛvərəns/

severance

Abfindung

Meaning

the act of ending something, especially a relationship or employment; compensation paid upon termination

Example

The company offered him severance pay after his job ended.

Das Unternehmen bot ihm nach dem Ende seiner Anstellung eine Abfindung an.

C1 adjective /maɪˈkroʊ.bi.əl/

microbial

mikrobiell

Meaning

Related to bacteria, fungi, and other microscopic organisms.

Example

Microbial activity in the soil improves fertility.

Mikrobielle Aktivität im Boden verbessert die Fruchtbarkeit.

C1 noun dɛkˈstɛr.ɪ.ti

dexterity

Geschicklichkeit

Meaning

Skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands; mental skill or adroitness.

Example

His dexterity in playing the piano amazed the audience.

Seine Geschicklichkeit beim Klavierspielen erstaunte das Publikum.

C1 noun /pəˈfjuː.mər.i/

perfumery

Parfümindustrie

Meaning

the art, business, or products of making perfumes

Example

She works in a perfumery that creates luxury scents.

Sie arbeitet in einer Parfümerie, die luxuriöse Düfte kreiert.

C1 adjective /dɪˈfaɪənt/

Defiant

widerspenstig; trotzig

Meaning

boldly resistant or challenging; disobedient

Example

The defiant student refused to follow the rules.

Der widerspenstige Student weigerte sich, den Regeln zu folgen.

C1 noun /ˌɛtɪˈmɒlədʒi/

etymology

Wortgeschichte

Meaning

The study of the origin of words and how their meanings and forms have evolved.

Example

The etymology of the word 'salary' comes from the Latin word for salt.

Die Etymologie des Wortes 'Gehalt' stammt vom lateinischen Wort für Salz.

C1 noun /ˈliːniənsi/

leniency

Nachsicht

Meaning

The quality of being more merciful or tolerant than expected.

Example

The judge showed leniency in his ruling.

Der Richter zeigte Nachsicht in seinem Urteil.

C1 adjective /ˈretʃɪd/

Wretched

elend; beklagenswert; von schlechter Qualität

Meaning

very unhappy; miserable; of poor quality

Example

The refugees lived in wretched conditions.

Die Flüchtlinge lebten in elenden Bedingungen.

C1 noun /swiːt.laɪm/

Sweetlime

süßer Limette

Meaning

a citrus fruit that is sweeter and less acidic than regular lime

Example

The sweetlime juice was refreshing on a hot day.

Der süße Limettensaft war erfrischend an einem heißen Tag.

C1 noun /sɪlk klɔːθ/

Silk cloth

Seidenstoff

Meaning

fabric made from natural fibers produced by silkworms

Example

The bride wore a beautiful dress made of silk cloth.

Die Braut trug ein wunderschönes Kleid aus Seidenstoff.

C1 verb /ˈliːɡəlaɪz/

legalize

legalisieren

Meaning

To make something lawful by official approval.

Example

The government decided to legalize online businesses.

Die Regierung hat beschlossen, Online-Geschäfte zu legalisieren.

C1 noun /mɔːs/

Moss

Moos

Meaning

a small flowerless plant that grows in clumps in moist places

Example

Green moss covered the old stone wall.

Das grüne Moos bedeckte die alte Steinmauer.

C1 noun /dɪˌlɪb.əˈreɪ.ʃənz/

deliberations

Überlegungen

Meaning

Careful consideration and discussion before making decisions.

Example

Deliberations on sustainability continued for hours.

Die Überlegungen zur Nachhaltigkeit dauerten stundenlang.

C1 noun /ˈkæn.ɪ.bəl/

Cannibal

Kanarier

Meaning

a person who eats the flesh of other human beings

Example

The explorer's journal described rumors of cannibals living on the remote island.

Das Tagebuch des Entdeckers beschrieb Gerüchte über Kanibalen, die auf der abgelegenen Insel lebten.

C1 adjective /ˈbɑːmi/

balmy

mild und angenehm warm; beruhigend.

Meaning

Mild and pleasantly warm; soothing.

Example

We enjoyed a walk on a balmy summer evening.

Wir genossen einen Spaziergang an einem milden Sommerabend.

C1 verb /fɔːrˈɡoʊ/

forego

verzichten

Meaning

to decide not to do or have something pleasant or valuable

Example

She decided to forego dessert to maintain her diet.

Sie entschied sich, auf Dessert zu verzichten, um ihre Diät aufrechtzuerhalten.

C1 noun /kɪˈməʊnoʊ/

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 verb /vaʊtʃ/

vouch

bürgen

Meaning

to confirm or assert the truth or reliability of something

Example

I can vouch for his honesty.

Ich kann für seine Ehrlichkeit bürgen.

C1 noun/verb /kruːˈseɪd/

crusade

kreuzzug, intensiver kampf

Meaning

a vigorous campaign for a social, political, or religious cause; to fight passionately for a cause

Example

She has been crusading for women's rights all her life.

sie hat ihr Leben lang für die Rechte der Frauen gekämpft.

C1 noun /ˈoʊvərˌtoʊn/

overtone

subtile Bedeutung

Meaning

A subtle quality, implication, or additional meaning beyond the obvious.

Example

His speech had political overtones that were hard to ignore.

Seine Rede hatte politische Untertöne, die schwer zu ignorieren waren.

C1 verb /dɪsˈɑːrm/

disarm

entwaffnen

Meaning

to take weapons away from someone; to make someone feel less hostile

Example

The soldiers were ordered to disarm the rebels.

Den Soldaten wurde befohlen, die Rebellen zu entwaffnen.

C1 noun ˌlaɪ.əˈbɪl.ə.ti

liability

Haftung

Meaning

The state of being responsible for something, especially by law; a debt or financial obligation.

Example

The company's liabilities exceeded its assets.

Die Verbindlichkeiten des Unternehmens überstiegen seine Vermögenswerte.

C1 noun /ˈsaɪnəs/

sinus

Sinus

Meaning

A cavity within a bone or tissue, especially those in the bones of the face connected with the nasal cavities.

Example

He suffered from a sinus infection that caused headaches.

Er litt an einer Nasennebenhöhlenentzündung, die Kopfschmerzen verursachte.

C1 noun /riːk/

Reek

stinken; einen starken Eindruck von etwas Unangenehmem oder Unerwünschtem vermitteln

Meaning

to have a very unpleasant smell; to give a strong impression of something unpleasant or undesirable

Example

The garbage can reeks of rotten food.

Der Mülleimer stinkt nach verfaultem Essen.

C1 noun /ˌɪməˈtjʊərəti/

immaturity

Unreife

Meaning

the state of not being fully developed emotionally, mentally, or physically; lack of maturity

Example

His immaturity made it difficult for him to handle responsibility.

Seine Unreife machte es ihm schwer, Verantwortung zu übernehmen.

C1 adjective /tɔːt/

taut

gespannt

Meaning

stretched or pulled tight; tense

Example

The rope was pulled taut between the two poles.

Das Seil war zwischen den beiden Pfosten gespannt.

C1 noun ˈtɑksɪk ɪˈmɪʃənz

toxic emissions

giftige Emissionen

Meaning

Harmful or poisonous substances released into the environment, especially the atmosphere.

Example

Toxic emissions from vehicles pollute the atmosphere.

Giftige Emissionen von Fahrzeugen verschmutzen die Atmosphäre.

C1 adjective /riˈækʃəˌneri/

reactionary

reaktionär

Meaning

Opposing political or social progress or reform; extremely conservative.

Example

The group took a reactionary stance against the new policies.

Die Gruppe nahm eine reaktionäre Haltung gegenüber den neuen Politiken ein.

C1 noun /ˈræftər/

rafter

Dachbalken

Meaning

One of the sloping beams that supports a roof.

Example

The old barn’s rafters were exposed.

Die Dachbalken des alten Stalls waren freigelegt.

C1 verb /sɪˈkluːd/

seclude

abschotten

Meaning

To keep someone away from other people; to isolate.

Example

The monk chose to seclude himself in the mountains.

Der Mönch wählte es, sich in den Bergen abzuschotten.

C1 adjective /ˈpɑːr.dən.ə.bəl/

Pardonable

verzeihbar

Meaning

able to be forgiven; excusable

Example

His mistake was pardonable given the difficult circumstances.

Sein Fehler war verzeihbar, angesichts der schwierigen Umstände.

C1 noun /dɪn/

din

Lärm

Meaning

a loud, unpleasant, and prolonged noise

Example

The din of traffic outside made it hard to concentrate.

Der Lärm des Verkehrs draußen erschwerte das Konzentrieren.

C1 adjective ˌsɪn.əˈdʒɪs.tɪk

synergistic

synergetisch

Meaning

Relating to the interaction of elements that when combined produce a greater effect than the sum of their individual effects.

Example

A synergistic effect occurs when nutrients work together.

Ein synergetischer Effekt tritt auf, wenn Nährstoffe zusammenarbeiten.

C1 noun /ˈaɪsətəʊp/

isotope

Isotop

Meaning

Atoms of the same element with equal number of protons but different numbers of neutrons.

Example

Carbon-14 is a radioactive isotope used in dating fossils.

Kohlenstoff-14 ist ein radioaktives Isotop, das in der Fossilien-Datierung verwendet wird.

C1 adjective /ɡrəˈtjuːɪtəs/

gratuitous

unnötig

Meaning

Unnecessary, unwarranted, or given freely without reason or cause.

Example

The movie was criticized for its gratuitous violence.

Der Film wurde für seine unnötige Gewalt kritisiert

C1 verb diːˈsɛn.sɪ.taɪz

desensitize

desensibilisieren

Meaning

To make someone less sensitive or reactive to something through repeated exposure.

Example

Constant exposure to violence can desensitize people.

Die ständige Exposition gegenüber Gewalt kann Menschen desensibilisieren.

C1 noun /ˈtɛnəmənt/

tenement

Mietshaus

Meaning

a large building divided into separate apartments, often in poor condition

Example

The family lived in a crowded tenement in the city.

Die Familie lebte in einem überfüllten Mietshaus in der Stadt.

C1 verb /ˌsuːpərˈsiːd/

supersede

ersetzen

Meaning

To replace or take the place of something because it is more modern or effective.

Example

This new law will supersede the old regulations.

Dieses neue Gesetz wird die alten Vorschriften ersetzen.

C1 noun /ˈhɪp.ə.krɪt/

Hypocrite

Heuchler; Scheinheiliger; Täuscher

Meaning

a person who acts in contradiction to their stated beliefs or feelings; a pretender

Example

Don't be a hypocrite by demanding honesty from others while lying yourself.

Sei kein Heuchler, indem du Ehrlichkeit von anderen forderst, während du selbst lügst.

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 /ˈstɪm.jʊ.laɪ/

stimuli

Stimulus

Meaning

Things that create reactions or provide motivation.

Example

Bright light and loud sounds are common stimuli for alertness.

Helles Licht und laute Geräusche sind häufige Stimuli für Wachsamkeit.

C1 noun /ˈaɪ.wɪt.nəs/

Eyewitness

Augenzeuge

Meaning

a person who has seen something happen and can give evidence about it

Example

The police interviewed several eyewitnesses to the accident.

Die Polizei befragte mehrere Augenzeugen des Unfalls.

C1 adjective /ˌʌnɪmˈplɔɪəbəl/

unemployable

nicht beschäftigungsfähig

Meaning

Not able to be employed; lacking the skills or qualities necessary for employment

Example

Due to his criminal record, he was considered unemployable in most companies.

Aufgrund seiner kriminellen Vergangenheit galt er in den meisten Unternehmen als nicht beschäftigungsfähig.

C1 noun ˌeə.rəʊ.daɪˈnæm.ɪks

aerodynamics

Aerodynamik

Meaning

The study of the properties of moving air and the interaction between the air and solid bodies moving through it.

Example

The aerodynamics of an aircraft determines its speed and efficiency.

Die Aerodynamik eines Flugzeugs bestimmt seine Geschwindigkeit und Effizienz.

C1 noun /kæʃ/

cache

Cache

Meaning

A hidden storage of items or a high-speed memory in computing.

Example

The hikers found a cache of supplies hidden under the rocks.

Die Wanderer fanden ein verstecktes Vorratslager unter den Felsen.

C1 adjective /ˈzoʊ.nəl/

Zonal

zonal

Meaning

relating to or arranged in zones; of, relating to, or having the form of a zone

Example

The city implemented a zonal parking system to manage traffic congestion.

Die Stadt führte ein zonales Parksystem ein, um den Verkehrsstau zu verwalten.

C1 adjective /ɪmˈbrɔɪld/

embroiled

verwickelt

Meaning

being deeply involved in a difficult situation, conflict, or scandal

Example

She found herself embroiled in a heated family dispute.

Sie fand sich in einem hitzigen familiären Streit verwickelt.

C1 noun/adjective /dɪˈtɜː.rənt/

deterrent

abschreckendes Mittel

Meaning

A thing that discourages or is intended to discourage someone from doing something.

Example

A strict law serves as a deterrent to crime.

Ein strenges Gesetz dient als abschreckendes Mittel gegen Verbrechen.

C1 adjective /ˈdiːviəs/

devious

hinterhältig

Meaning

Skillful at using underhanded tactics to achieve goals; not straightforward.

Example

He used a devious plan to gain control of the company.

Er verwendete einen hinterhältigen Plan, um die Kontrolle über das Unternehmen zu übernehmen.

C1 adjective /dɪˈspɪkəbl/

despicable

verachtenswert

Meaning

Deserving hatred and contempt; vile or shameful.

Example

His despicable actions shocked the entire community.

Seine verachtenswerten Taten schockierten die ganze Gemeinschaft.

C1 noun /ˈpleɪˌraɪt/

playwright

Dramatiker

Meaning

a person who writes plays

Example

Shakespeare is considered the greatest playwright of all time.

Shakespeare gilt als der größte Dramatiker aller Zeiten.

C1 noun /ˈfɪʃˌmʌŋ.ɡər/

fishmonger

fischhändler

Meaning

a person or store that sells fish

Example

I bought fresh salmon from the local fishmonger.

Ich habe frischen Lachs vom lokalen Fischhändler gekauft.

C1 noun /ˌdɛməˈlɪʃən/

demolition

Abriss

Meaning

the act or process of destroying a building or structure

Example

The demolition of the old factory took several weeks.

Der Abriss der alten Fabrik dauerte mehrere Wochen.

C1 noun /fruˈɪʃən/

fruition

Verwirklichung

Meaning

The realization or fulfillment of a plan, project, or desire.

Example

Her dream of becoming a doctor finally came to fruition.

Ihr Traum, Ärztin zu werden, wurde endlich verwirklicht.

C1 noun /ˈɛf.ɪ.kə.si/

efficacy

effektivität

Meaning

The ability to produce a desired or intended result; effectiveness.

Example

The efficacy of the vaccine has been proven in trials.

Die Wirksamkeit des Impfstoffs wurde in Studien nachgewiesen.

C1 adjective /ˈpɑːndərəs/

ponderous

schwer und langsam

Meaning

slow and clumsy because of great weight; dull and labored

Example

The ponderous lecture made it hard for students to stay awake.

Die schwere und langsame Vorlesung machte es den Studenten schwer, wach zu bleiben.

C1 noun /pərˈvɜr.sə.ti/

Perversity

perversität; starrsinn;

Meaning

deliberate determination to behave in an unreasonable or unacceptable way; the quality of being contrary or obstinate

Example

His perversity in refusing help frustrated everyone.

seine perversität, hilfe abzulehnen, frustrierte alle.

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 /ˈskwɒlər/

squalor

Elend

Meaning

the state of being extremely dirty and unpleasant, especially due to poverty or neglect

Example

They lived in squalor without basic facilities.

Sie lebten in Elend ohne grundlegende Einrichtungen.

C1 adjective /ˌmet.əˈbɒl.ɪk/

metabolic

metabolisch

Meaning

Relating to the chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life.

Example

Regular exercise enhances metabolic efficiency.

Regelmäßige Bewegung verbessert die metabolische Effizienz.

C1 adjective ˌprɒb.ə.bɪˈlɪs.tɪk

probabilistic

auf Wahrscheinlichkeit basierend

Meaning

Based on probability; involving chance or statistical likelihood.

Example

The model follows a probabilistic approach to predictions.

Das Modell folgt einem probabilistischen Ansatz für Vorhersagen.

C1 noun /rɪˌsɛptɪˈvɪti/

receptivity

Empfänglichkeit

Meaning

The ability or willingness to receive something, especially signals or stimuli.

Example

Her receptivity to new ideas helped improve the project.

Ihre Empfänglichkeit für neue Ideen half, das Projekt zu verbessern.

C1 adjective /ɪmˈpɜːrviəs/

impervious

undurchlässig

Meaning

Not allowing fluid to pass through; unable to be affected by something.

Example

The jacket is impervious to rain.

Die Jacke ist undurchlässig gegen Regen.