वोकैबुलरीज

इंग्लिश वोकैबुलरी डिस्कवर, लर्न और मास्टर करें

merger definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈmɜːrdʒər/
слияние (sliyaniye)

The combination of two or more companies into a single entity.

"The merger of the two firms created the largest bank in the region."

"Слияние двух компаний создало крупнейший банк в регионе." (Sliyaniye dvukh kompaniy sozdalo krupneyshiy bank v regione.)
noun C1
/məˈræŋ/
меренга (десертный топпинг) (meren'ga (desertnyy topping))

A light dessert topping made from whipped egg whites and sugar.

"She decorated the pie with a fluffy meringue topping."

"Она украсила пирог воздушным меренговым слоем." (Ona ukrasila pirog vozdushnym meren'govym sloyem.)
merit-based definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
ˈmer.ɪt beɪst
основанный на заслугах (osnovannyy na zaslugakh)

Based on or determined by individual merit, ability, or achievement rather than other factors.

"Merit-based recruitment strengthens the workforce."

"Набор по заслугам укрепляет рабочую силу." (Nabor po zaslugam ukreplyayet rabochuyu silu.)
verb (past) C1
/ˈmɛrɪtɪd/
заслуженный (zazluzhenny)

Deserved or earned something.

"Her dedication merited recognition from the community."

"Ее преданность заслужила признание сообщества." (Eyo predannost' zasluzhila priznanije soobshchestva.)
noun C1
/ˌmɛrɪˈtɒkrəsi/
меритократия (meritokratiya)

A system in which advancement is based on individual ability or achievement.

"In a true meritocracy, the most capable people rise to leadership positions."

"В настоящей меритократии самые способные люди поднимаются на руководящие посты." (V nastoyashchey meritokratii samye sposobnye lyudi podnimayutsya na rukovodyashchie posty.)
Meritorious definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌmɛrɪˈtɔːriəs/
заслуженный (zasluzhennyy)

Deserving reward, praise, or recognition.

"She received a scholarship for her meritorious academic performance."

"Она получила стипендию за свои заслуженные академические достижения." (Ona poluchila stipendiyu za svoi zasluzhennyye akademicheskiye dostizheniya.)
adverb C1
/ˈmerɪli/
весело (veselo)

in a cheerful and joyful manner

"The children played merrily in the garden."

"Дети играли весело в саду." (Deti igrali veselo v sadu.)
verb, noun C1
/mɛʃ/
сетка, переплетать (setka, perepletat)

To fit or work together properly; or a material made of interlaced threads.

"The two gears mesh perfectly to keep the machine running smoothly."

"Два шестерёнки идеально соединяются, чтобы обеспечить плавную работу машины." (Dva shesteryonki ideal'no soyedinyayutsya, chtoby obespechit' plavnuyu rabotu mashiny.)
mesmerize definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈmɛzməˌraɪz/
завораживать (zavorazhivat)

To capture complete attention; to hypnotize or fascinate.

"The dancer's graceful movements mesmerized the audience."

"Грациозные движения танцовщицы заворожили зрителей." (Gratsioznyye dviženiya tantsovščitsy zavorozhili zriteliy.)
metabolic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
ˌmet.əˈbɒl.ɪk
метаболический (metabolicheskiy)

Related to the chemical processes within living organisms to maintain life.

"A fast metabolic rate helps in weight management."

"Быстрая метаболическая скорость помогает контролировать вес." (Bystraia metabolicheskaia skorost' pomogaet kontrolirovat' ves.)
metabolize definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
məˈtæb.ə.laɪz
обрабатывать и использовать пищу для роста (obrabotat' i ispol'zovat' pishchu dlya rosta)

Process and use food for growth and to replace tissue, or process other substances in the body.

"The liver helps to metabolize toxins."

"Печень помогает метаболизировать токсины." (Pechen' pomogaet metabolizirovat' toksiny.)
metal contamination definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˈmetəl kənˌtæməˈneɪʃən
металлическое загрязнение (metallicheskoe zagryaznenie)

The presence of toxic metals in the environment that pose health and environmental risks.

"Metal contamination poses severe health risks."

"Металлическое загрязнение представляет собой серьезную угрозу для здоровья." (Metallicheskoe zagryaznenie predstavlyaet soboy seryoznuyu ugrozu dlya zdorov'ya.)
metamorphosis definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌmɛtəˈmɔrfəsɪs/
метаморфоз (metamorfoz)

A process of transformation from one form to another, especially in biology, such as the change from a caterpillar to a butterfly.

"The metamorphosis of the tadpole into a frog is fascinating."

"Метаморфоз головастика в лягушку увлекателен." (Metamorphoz golovastika v lyagushku uvliekatielen.)
adjective C1
/ˌmɛtəˈfɔːrɪkəl/
метафорический (metaforicheskiy)

Characteristic of or relating to metaphor; figurative rather than literal.

"He used metaphorical language to describe his emotions."

"Он использовал метафорический язык, чтобы описать свои эмоции." (On ispol'zoval metaforicheskiy yazyk, chtoby opisat' svoi emotsii.)
adjective C1
/ˌmiːtiˈɔːrɪk/
связанный с метеорами; очень быстрый и часто временный. (svyazannyy s meteoramiy; ochen' bystryy i chasto vremennyy.)

Relating to meteors; very rapid and often temporary.

"The singer’s meteoric rise to fame surprised everyone."

"Метеорический подъём певца к славе удивил всех." (Meteoricheskiy pod'yem pevtsa k slave udivil vsekh.)
meteorological definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌmiː.ti.ə.rəˈlɒ.dʒɪ.kəl/
метеорологический (meteorologicheskiy)

related to the study of the atmosphere and weather

"The meteorological department predicted heavy rainfall this week."

"Метеорологический департамент предсказал сильные дожди на этой неделе." (Meteorologicheskiy departament predskazal silnye dozhdi na etoy nedele.)
noun C1
/ˌmiːtiəˈrɒlədʒi/
метеорология (meteorologiya)

The scientific study of the atmosphere and weather.

"He chose to specialize in meteorology to study weather patterns."

"Он выбрал специализацию по метеорологии, чтобы изучать погодные модели." (On vybral spetsializatsiyu po meteorologii, chtoby izuchat' pogodnye modeli.)
methodical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/məˈθɒdɪkəl/
методичный (metodichnyy)

Done in an orderly and systematic way.

"She followed a methodical approach to solving the problem."

"Она использовала методичный подход для решения проблемы." (Ona ispol'zovala metodichnyy podkhod dlya resheniya problemy.)
meticulous definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/məˈtɪkjʊləs/
тщательный (tshchatel'nyy)

Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

"The artist was meticulous in painting every tiny detail."

"Художник был тщателен в рисовании каждого маленького детали." (Khodzhik byl tshchatelen v risovanii kazhdogo malen'kogo detali.)
meticulousness definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
mɪˈtɪkjʊləsnɪs
внимание к деталям (vnimanie k detalyam)

Great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

"His meticulousness made the project successful."

"Его метикулизм сделал проект успешным." (Ego metikulizm sdelal proyekt uspeshnym.)
Metropolis definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/məˈtrɒpəlɪs/
метрополия (metropoliya)

A large, important city that is a hub of culture, business, and population.

"New York is often described as a global metropolis."

"Нью-Йорк часто описывается как мировая метрополия." (N'yu-York chasto opisyvayetsya kak mirovaya metropoliya.)
microbial definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/maɪˈkroʊ.bi.əl/
связанный с микроорганизмами (svyazannyy s mikroorganizmami)

Relating to microorganisms, especially bacteria.

"Microbial activity in soil helps in nutrient cycling."

"Микробная активность в почве помогает в круговороте питательных веществ." (Mikrobnaya aktivnost' v pochve pomogaet v krugovorote pitatel'nykh veshchestv.)
microclimate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈmaɪ.krəʊˌklaɪ.mət/
микроклимат (mikroklimat)

The climate of a small, specific area that differs from the surrounding climate.

"The microclimate in valleys is often cooler than in surrounding areas."

"Микроклимат в долинах часто холоднее, чем в окружающих районах." (Mikroklimat v dolinakh chasto kholodnee, chem v okruzhayushchikh rayonkakh.)
micronutrient definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˈmaɪ.krəʊˌnjuː.tri.ənt
микронутриент (mikronutrient)

Essential nutrients required by the body in small amounts, including vitamins and minerals.

"Iron and zinc are essential micronutrients for growth."

"Железо и цинк являются важными микронутриентами для роста." (Zhelezo i tsink yavlyayutsya vazhnymi mikronutriyentami dlya rosta.)
micronutrients definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈmaɪ.krəʊˌnjuː.tri.ənts/
микронутриенты (mikronutrienty)

Essential nutrients required in small amounts for proper body function, including vitamins and minerals.

"Micronutrients like iron and zinc are essential for immunity."

"Микронутриенты, такие как железо и цинк, необходимы для иммунитета." (Mikronutrienty, takie kak zhelezo i tsink, neobkhodimy dlya immuniteta.)
adjective C1
/ˌmaɪ.krəˈskɑː.pɪk/
микроскопический (mikroskopicheskiy)

Extremely small and only visible with a microscope.

"The sample contained microscopic particles."

"Образец содержал микроскопические частицы." (Obrazets soderzhal mikroskopicheskie chastitsy.)
Middleman definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈmɪdəlˌmæn/
посредник (posrednik)

A person who acts as a link between buyers and sellers, often in business deals.

"The farmer sold his crops directly, without a middleman."

"Фермер продал свои урожаи напрямую, без посредника." (Fermyer prodal svoi urozhaĭ napryamuyu, bez posrednika.)
noun C1
/ˌmɪdˈsʌm.ər/
середина лета (seredina leta)

The middle of summer, often around the summer solstice in June.

"We had a festival to celebrate midsummer."

"Мы устроили фестиваль, чтобы отметить середину лета." (My ustroili festival, chtoby otmetit' seredinu leta.)
adverb C1
/ˈmɪd.weɪ/
на полпути (na polputi)

in the middle of an event, process, or distance

"He stopped midway through his speech."

"Он остановился на полпути своего выступления." (On ostanovilsya na polputi svoego vystupleniya.)
noun C1
/ˈmɪd.waɪf/
акушерка (akusherka)

A person, typically a woman, trained to assist women during childbirth.

"The midwife stayed with the mother throughout her labor."

"Акушерка оставалась с матерью на протяжении всего ее труда." (Akusherka ostavalas' s materey na protyazhenii vsego yevo truda.)
adjective C1
/ˈmaɪɡrəˌtɔːri/
миграционный (migratsionny)

Relating to or characterized by migration, especially animals or people moving from one place to another.

"Migratory birds travel thousands of miles each year."

"Миграционные птицы путешествуют тысячи миль каждый год." (Migratsionnye ptitsy puteshestvuyut tysyachi mil' kazhdyy god.)
noun C1
/ˈmaɪlɪdʒ/
расход топлива (raskhod topliva)

The distance traveled in miles, or the fuel efficiency of a vehicle.

"This car gives excellent mileage on highways."

"Этот автомобиль дает отличную топливную экономичность на шоссе." (Etot avtomobil' dayot otlichnuyu toplivnuyu ekonomichnost' na shosse.)
noun C1
/miːlˈjuː/
окружение (okruzhenie)

A person's social environment or surroundings.

"She grew up in an artistic milieu."

"Она выросла в художественном окружении." (Ona vyrastla v khudozhestvennom okruzhenii.)
Militant definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈmɪlɪtənt/
милитант (militant)

Aggressively active in a cause, sometimes using forceful methods.

"The group became increasingly militant in their demands."

"Группа стала всё более милитантной в своих требованиях." (Gruppa stala vsyo bolee militantnoy v svoikh trebovaniyakh.)
noun C1
/ˈmɪlɪtəˌrɪzəm/
милитаризм (militarizm)

The belief in maintaining a strong military and using it aggressively to defend or promote national interests.

"The rise of militarism in the region caused tension among neighboring countries."

"Рост милитаризма в регионе вызвал напряженность между соседними странами." (Rost militarizma v regione vyzval napryazhennost' mezhdu sosednimi stranami.)
military incursion definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˈmɪl.ɪ.tər.i ɪnˈkɜː.ʃən
военная инвазия (voyennaya invaziya)

A sudden armed attack or invasion by military forces into a territory.

"The military incursion caused widespread devastation."

"Военная инвазия вызвала массовое разрушение." (Voyennaya invaziya vyzvala massovoye razrusheniye.)
militia definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/mɪˈlɪʃə/
ополченцы (opolchentsy)

a group of ordinary people who are trained to act as soldiers in emergencies

"The village formed a militia to defend against attacks."

"Деревня сформировала милицию для защиты от нападений." (Derevnya sformirovala militsiyu dlya zashchity ot napadeniy.)
noun C1
/mɪˈlɛniəm/
тысячелетие (tysyacheletie)

a period of one thousand years; often used to mark an anniversary

"The year 2000 was celebrated as the beginning of a new millennium."

"Год 2000 был отмечен как начало нового тысячелетия." (God 2000 byl otmechen kak nachalo novogo tysyacheletiya.)
Mime definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/maɪm/
молчун-артист (molchun-artyst)

A performer who conveys meaning through gestures and body movements without speech.

"The mime entertained the children with exaggerated expressions."

"Мим развлекал детей преувеличенными выражениями." (Mim razvlekal detey preuvelichennymi vyrazheniyami.)
Mimic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈmɪmɪk/
подражать (podrazhat)

To copy the actions, speech, or behavior of someone or something.

"Children often mimic their parents' behavior."

"Дети часто подражают поведению своих родителей." (Deti chasto podrazhayut povedeniyu svoikh roditeley.)
noun C1
/ˈmɪmɪkri/
подражание (podrazhanie)

The act of imitating someone or something, often for humor or learning.

"The comedian’s mimicry of celebrities made the audience laugh."

"Подражание знаменитостям комиком рассмешило публику." (Podrazhanie znamenitostyam komikom rassmeshiło publikou.)
mince definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/mɪns/
рубить (rubit')

to cut food, especially meat, into very small pieces; to speak in an affectedly delicate or refined way

"She minced the garlic before adding it to the sauce."

"Она порезала чеснок перед тем, как добавить его в соус." (Ona porezala chesnok pered tem, kak dobavit' ego v sous.)
adjective C1
/ˈmaɪndləs/
бессмысленный (bessmyslennyy)

without thought or intelligence; done without consideration

"He was bored by the mindless tasks at work."

"Ему было скучно от бессмысленных задач на работе." (Emu bylo skuchno ot bessmyslennykh zadach na rabote.)
verb C1
/ˈmɪŋɡl/

to mix or combine; to move among people and engage socially

"Guests mingled at the party, chatting and laughing together."

adjective C1
/ˈmɪnəskjuːl/
крошечный (kroshechny)

extremely small in size or importance

"She made only a minuscule contribution to the project."

"Она внесла лишь крошечный вклад в проект." (Ona vnesla lish' kroshkechny vklad v proyekt.)
adverb C1
/maɪˈnjuːtli/
тщательно (tshchatel'no)

in very small detail; extremely carefully

"The detective examined the evidence minutely."

"Детектив тщательно осмотрел доказательства." (Detektiv tshchatel'no osmotrel dokazatel'stva.)
adjective C1
/mɪˈrækjələs/
чудесный (chudestny)

Extraordinarily wonderful or unusual, as if by a miracle.

"Her recovery after the accident was truly miraculous."

"Ее восстановление после аварии было действительно чудесным." (Eyo vosstanovlenie posle avarii bylo deystvitel'no chudesnym.)
Mirage definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/məˈrɑːʒ/
мираж (mirazh)

An optical illusion caused by atmospheric conditions, often seen in deserts or hot roads, where water or objects appear to exist but do not.

"The weary travelers saw a mirage of water in the desert."

"Уставшие путешественники увидели мираж воды в пустыне." (Ustavshiye puteshestvenniki uvideli mirazh vody v pustyne.)
adjective, verb (past tense/participle of mire) C1
/ˈmaɪərd/
впутанный (vputannyy)

Trapped or entangled in something, typically a difficult situation.

"The politician was mired in scandal."

"Политик был впутан в скандал." (Politik byl vputan v skandal.)
noun C1
/mɜːrθ/
радость (radost)

Great joy, amusement, or laughter.

"The festival was full of mirth and laughter."

"Фестиваль был полон радости и смеха." (Festival byl polon radosti i smekha.)