B1 noun /əˈkaʊnt/

Account

счёт

Meaning

a record of money received and paid out; a report or description of an event

Example

She opened a savings account at the bank.

Она открыла сберегательный счёт в банке.

C1 adjective /ˌeɪsɪˈmɛtrɪk/

asymmetric

асимметричный

Meaning

Not having equal or corresponding parts; lacking symmetry.

Example

The design of the building is asymmetric and unusual.

Дизайн здания асимметричен и необычен.

A1 adjective /ˈeɪbl/

able

способный

Meaning

having the power, skill, or means to do something

Example

She is able to speak three languages fluently.

Она способна говорить на трех языках бегло.

C1 noun /əˈkwɪtl/

acquittal

оправдание

Meaning

a judgment that a person is not guilty of the crime with which they have been charged

Example

The acquittal of the accused shocked the public.

Оправдание обвиняемого шокировало общественность.

B2 verb /əˈweɪkən/

awaken

разбудить

Meaning

to stop sleeping; to cause to become aware

Example

The loud noise awakened the entire neighborhood.

Громкий звук разбудил весь район.

C2 verb /əˈɡlɒməˌreɪt/

agglomerate

агломерировать

Meaning

To collect or form into a mass or group.

Example

The dust particles began to agglomerate into larger clusters.

Пыльные частицы начали агломерировать в большие скопления.

A2 adverb /ˈɛniweɪ/

anyway

в любом случае

Meaning

used to emphasize a statement or to return to a previous subject; regardless of what happened

Example

I was tired, but I went to the meeting anyway.

Я был уставшим, но я все равно пошел на встречу.

B2 adjective /əˈtʃiːvəbl/

achievable

достижимый

Meaning

Able to be brought about or reached successfully.

Example

Start with achievable steps to stay motivated.

Начните с достижимых шагов, чтобы оставаться мотивированным.

B2 noun /ˈeɪ.prɪ.kɒt/

Apricot

абрикос

Meaning

a small orange-colored fruit with a soft skin and sweet flesh

Example

The apricot tree produces sweet fruit in summer.

Абрикосовое дерево производит сладкие плоды летом.

B2 noun /əˈnætəmi/

anatomy

анатомия

Meaning

the study of the structure of living things, especially the human body

Example

She is studying human anatomy at medical school.

Она изучает человеческую анатомию в медицинском университете.

B2 adjective əˈstɒnɪʃɪŋ

astonishing

удивительный

Meaning

Extremely surprising or impressive; amazing.

Example

The astonishing discovery changed the way we view the universe.

Удивительное открытие изменило наш взгляд на вселенную.

B2 noun /əˈkʌmplɪʃmənt/

accomplishment

достижение

Meaning

something that has been achieved successfully

Example

Graduating from university was a major accomplishment for him.

Окончание университета стало для него большим достижением.

B2 adjective ədˈmɪn.ɪ.strə.tɪv

administrative

административный

Meaning

Relating to the running of a business, organization, etc.; concerned with or relating to management or administration.

Example

Administrative reforms improve efficiency.

Административные реформы улучшают эффективность.

A1 verb /æd/

add

добавлять

Meaning

to join something to something else; to include

Example

Please add sugar to my coffee.

Пожалуйста, добавьте сахар в мой кофе.

B1 adjective /əˈmjuː.zɪŋ/

Amusing

занимательный; смешной; развлекательный

Meaning

causing laughter or providing entertainment; funny; enjoyable

Example

The children found the clown's performance very amusing.

Дети нашли выступление клоуна очень забавным.

C2 adjective /ˌæf.əˈrɪs.tɪk/

aphoristic

афористический стиль

Meaning

expressed in the style of a short, witty saying

Example

Her writing style is concise and aphoristic.

Её стиль письма лаконичен и афористичен.

B1 noun /əˈmjuːzmənt/

Amusement

развлечение; радость; увеселение

Meaning

the state or experience of finding something funny; entertainment or recreational activities

Example

The children's laughter showed their amusement at the clown's performance.

Смех детей показал их развлечение от выступления клоуна.

A2 noun /əˈdʌlt/

Adult

взрослый человек; взрослый

Meaning

a person who is fully grown or developed; mature

Example

Only adults are allowed to enter this area.

Только взрослые могут войти в эту зону.

B2 adjective ˌæɡ.rɪˈkʌl.tʃər.əl

agricultural

сельскохозяйственный

Meaning

Connected with farming.

Example

Agricultural advancements enhance food security.

Аграрные достижения улучшают продовольственную безопасность.

B2 noun /əˈreɪ/

array

массив, выставка

Meaning

an impressive display or arrangement of things

Example

The shop displayed an array of colorful dresses.

Магазин продемонстрировал впечатляющую выставку ярких платьев.

C1 adjective /ˌeɪsɪˈmɛtrɪkəl/

asymmetrical

асимметричный

Meaning

Having parts that are not the same in size, shape, or arrangement.

Example

She wore an asymmetrical dress that drew everyone’s attention.

Она носила асимметричное платье, которое привлекло внимание всех.

A1 article /æn/

an

неопределённый артикль

Meaning

used before a noun to refer to a non-specific item that begins with a vowel sound

Example

She ate an apple for breakfast.

Она съела яблоко на завтрак.

C1 noun /ˈɑːrmfʊl/

armful

плечо

Meaning

As much as can be carried in one or both arms.

Example

She carried an armful of books into the library.

Она несла плечо книг в библиотеку.

C2 verb /ˈæd.ʌm.breɪt/

adumbrate

предсказывать

Meaning

to foreshadow or suggest something in an unclear or indirect way

Example

The report adumbrates future economic challenges.

Отчет предсказывает будущие экономические проблемы.

B1 noun /əˈtrækʃən/

Attraction

аттракция; сила притяжения;

Meaning

the action or power of evoking interest or pleasure in something; a place that draws visitors

Example

The museum is the main attraction for tourists in this city.

Музей — это основная аттракция для туристов в этом городе.

A2 adjective /əˈmeɪzɪŋ/

amazing

удивительный

Meaning

causing great surprise or wonder; astonishing

Example

The magician performed an amazing trick.

Фокусник проделал удивительный трюк.

C2 adjective /əˈskjuː/

askew

криво

Meaning

Not in a straight or level position; crooked or tilted.

Example

The picture on the wall hung slightly askew.

Картина на стене висела немного криво.

C2 noun /əˌpɒθiˈoʊsɪs/

apotheosis

апофеоз, вершина

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.

Многие считают Ренессанс апофеозом искусства и культуры в Европе.

B2 verb əˈpɔɪn.tɪd

appointed

назначенный

Meaning

Assign a job or role to someone; designate someone to a position.

Example

Appointed officials carry significant responsibilities.

Назначенные должностные лица несут важные обязанности.

A2 noun /əˈtɛnʃən/

attention

внимание

Meaning

the act of focusing on something or someone

Example

The teacher asked for the students' attention.

Учитель попросил внимание студентов.

B2 noun ˈæn.ɪk.doʊt

anecdote

короткая интересная история, используемая в речи или письме

Meaning

A short interesting story used in speeches or writing.

Example

A well-placed anecdote makes a speech more relatable.

Хорошо подобранная анекдота делает речь более понятной.

A2 verb /əˈnaʊns/

announce

объявить

Meaning

to make a formal public statement about something

Example

The company will announce the new product tomorrow.

Компания объявит новый продукт завтра.

C2 noun /əˈfleɪtəs/

afflatus

божественное вдохновение

Meaning

a sudden divine inspiration or creative impulse

Example

The poet wrote the verses under a sudden afflatus of inspiration.

Поэт написал стихи под внезапным божественным вдохновением.

C1 noun /aɪ/

aye

да

Meaning

an affirmative vote or expression of agreement

Example

The committee voted aye on the proposal.

Комитет проголосовал за предложение.

A2 adverb /ˌɛniˈmɔr/

anymore

больше не

Meaning

used to refer to the present time, typically to mean no longer

Example

He doesn’t live here anymore.

Он больше не живет здесь.

C1 noun /ˈeɪθiɪzəm/

atheism

атеизм

Meaning

The belief that there is no God or gods.

Example

He declared his atheism openly despite social pressure.

Он откровенно заявил о своем атеизме, несмотря на социальное давление.

C1 adjective /ɑːrˈkeɪɪk/

archaic

архаичный

Meaning

very old or old-fashioned; belonging to an earlier time

Example

Some laws are considered archaic and no longer relevant.

Некоторые законы считаются архаичными и больше не актуальны.

B1 noun əˈses.mənt

assessment

оценка

Meaning

The evaluation or estimation of the nature, quality, or ability of someone or something.

Example

The assessment process ensures fairness.

Процесс оценки обеспечивает справедливость.

B2 adjective /ˌærəˈmætɪk/

aromatic

ароматный

Meaning

Having a pleasant and distinctive smell.

Example

The chef used aromatic herbs to flavor the dish.

Шеф-повар использовал ароматные травы для придания вкуса блюду.

C2 noun /əˈpɒstəsi/

apostasy

апостасия

Meaning

The abandonment or renunciation of a religious or political belief.

Example

His public apostasy shocked his followers.

Его публичная апостасия потрясла его последователей.

A2 noun /ˈæk.tər/

Actor

актёр

Meaning

a person whose profession is acting on the stage, in movies, or on television

Example

The famous actor won an award for his performance in the new movie.

Знаменитый актёр выиграл награду за свою работу в новом фильме.

C2 verb /ˈɔːɡər/

augur

предсказывать

Meaning

To be a sign of something to come; to predict or foretell.

Example

Dark clouds augur a coming storm.

Тёмные облака предсказывают приближающийся шторм.

A1 preposition, conjunction, adverb /ˈæftər/

after

после

Meaning

in the time following an event or another action

Example

We went for ice cream after the movie.

Мы пошли за мороженым после фильма.

A1 noun /ˈɛər.pɔːrt/

airport

аэропорт

Meaning

A place where airplanes take off and land, with buildings for passengers and cargo.

Example

We arrived at the airport two hours before the flight.

Мы прибыли в аэропорт за два часа до рейса.

B1 noun /əˈnaʊnsmənt/

announcement

объявление

Meaning

a public or formal statement giving information

Example

The principal made an important announcement about the new schedule.

Директор сделал важное объявление о новом расписании.

C2 noun /əˈfeɪ.ʒə/

aphasia

афазия

Meaning

a medical condition that causes loss of ability to speak or understand language

Example

After the stroke, she was diagnosed with aphasia.

После инсульта ей поставили диагноз афазии.

C2 adjective /æmˈbroʊʒiəl/

ambrosial

амброзийный

Meaning

Exceptionally pleasing to taste or smell; divine.

Example

The aroma of freshly baked bread was simply ambrosial.

Аромат только что испеченного хлеба был просто амброзийный.

A2 noun /əˈdɪʃ.ən/

Addition

сложение; процесс добавления

Meaning

the process of adding numbers; something that is added

Example

The addition of a new room made the house more spacious.

Добавление новой комнаты сделало дом более просторным.

C1 noun /ˌæktʃuˈæləti/

actuality

реальность

Meaning

The state of existing in reality rather than in appearance or imagination.

Example

The movie was based on historical actuality.

Фильм был основан на исторической реальности.

C1 noun /ænˈθɒlədʒi/

anthology

антология

Meaning

A collection of literary works, such as poems, short stories, or essays, compiled into one volume.

Example

She contributed a poem to the new poetry anthology.

Она внесла стихотворение в новую поэтическую антологию.

B2 adjective /əˈsɪdɪk/

acidic

кислый

Meaning

containing acid; having a sour taste; sharp or biting in tone

Example

The lemon has an acidic taste that makes your mouth pucker.

Лимон имеет кислый вкус.

C1 verb /əˈbaʊnd/

abound

быть в избытке

Meaning

To exist in large numbers or amounts.

Example

Opportunities abound in the field of technology.

Возможности в области технологий обильны.

B1 noun ɔːˈθɒrəti

authority

авторитет

Meaning

The power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience; a person or organization having power or control.

Example

Regional authority was emphasized.

Региональный авторитет был подчеркнут.

C1 adjective /ədˈhiːsɪv/

Adhesive

клейкий

Meaning

আঠালো; চটচটে;

Example

The adhesive tape stuck firmly to the wall.

Клеящаяся лента прочно приклеилась к стене.

B1 adjective /ədˈvɛnʧərəs/

adventurous

авантюрный

Meaning

Willing to take risks or try out new methods, ideas, or experiences.

Example

They participated in adventurous activities like kayaking and hiking.

Они участвовали в авантюрных занятиях, таких как каякинг и походы.

C1 noun /ˈænvɪl/

anvil

наковальня из железа

Meaning

A heavy iron block used by blacksmiths for hammering and shaping metal.

Example

The blacksmith placed the hot iron on the anvil.

Кузнец положил раскалённое железо на наковальню.

C2 adjective /əˈkɜːrsɪd/

accursed

проклятый

Meaning

Doomed, detestable, or under a curse.

Example

The villagers avoided the accursed house on the hill.

Деревенские жители избегали проклятого дома на холме.

B2 noun /əˌbriːviˈeɪʃən/

abbreviation

аббревиатура

Meaning

a shortened form of a word or phrase

Example

NASA is an abbreviation for National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

NASA — это аббревиатура от National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

C1 adjective /əˈdɒptɪv/

adoptive

приёмный

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.

Она выросла в любящей приёмной семье.

C1 noun /əˈboʊd/

abode

жилище

Meaning

a place of residence; a home

Example

They invited us to their humble abode.

Они пригласили нас в их скромное жилище.

B1 adverb /əˈsaɪd/

Aside

в сторону; отдельно; подальше от основной части

Meaning

to one side; apart; away from the main part

Example

Please set your book aside and listen to me.

Пожалуйста, отложите книгу в сторону и послушайте меня.

C2 adjective /ədˈmɒnɪtəri/

admonitory

предостерегающий

Meaning

giving or conveying a warning or reprimand

Example

She gave him an admonitory glance.

Она бросила на него предостерегающий взгляд.

A2 conjunction /ɔːlˈðoʊ/

although

хотя

Meaning

in spite of the fact that; even though

Example

Although it was raining, they went for a walk.

Хотя шел дождь, они пошли гулять.

C2 noun /əˈdjuː/

adieu

прощание

Meaning

A farewell or goodbye, often used in a formal or poetic sense.

Example

She bid her friends adieu before leaving for France.

Она попрощалась со своими друзьями, прежде чем отправиться во Францию.

A1 noun /ˈeɪprɪl/

april

апрель

Meaning

the fourth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar

Example

April is known for its pleasant spring weather.

Апрель известен своей приятной весенней погодой.

C2 noun /əˈkriːʃən/

accretion

аккреция

Meaning

The process of growth or increase, typically by the gradual accumulation of additional layers or matter.

Example

The accretion of wealth allowed him to invest in various projects.

Аккреция богатства позволила ему инвестировать в различные проекты.

C2 noun /əˈnæb.ə.lɪ.zəm/

anabolism

анаболизм

Meaning

The set of metabolic pathways that construct molecules from smaller units, involving tissue repair and growth.

Example

Anabolism is essential for muscle growth and tissue repair.

Анаболизм необходим для роста мышц и восстановления тканей.

C1 adjective /ˈæmərəs/

amorous

амурный

Meaning

Showing, feeling, or relating to romantic love or desire.

Example

He sent her an amorous letter filled with declarations of love.

Он послал ей амурное письмо, полное деклараций любви.

A1 conjunction /ænd/

and

и

Meaning

Used to connect words or sentences that are to be taken jointly.

Example

She bought apples and oranges.

Она купила яблоки и апельсины.

C1 noun /əˈpɒsəl/

apostle

апостол, защитник

Meaning

A vigorous and pioneering advocate or supporter of a particular cause, often used for the early Christian disciples.

Example

He became an apostle of environmental protection.

Он стал апостолом охраны окружающей среды.

C2 verb /əˈvaʊ/

avow

открыто признать

Meaning

to openly declare or admit something, often publicly and firmly

Example

He avowed his loyalty to the cause without hesitation.

Он без колебаний признал свою лояльность делу.

B1 adjective /ˌɔːtəˈmætɪk/

automatic

автоматический

Meaning

working by itself without direct human control

Example

This car has an automatic transmission.

У этой машины автоматическая коробка передач.

B2 noun əˈmend.mənts

amendments

изменения

Meaning

Changes or additions made to improve a text, law, or constitution.

Example

Amendments reflect evolving public needs.

Изменения отражают развивающиеся общественные потребности.

A2 adjective, noun /ˈeɪʒən/

asian

азиатский

Meaning

relating to Asia or its people

Example

She loves Asian culture.

Она любит азиатскую культуру.

C2 noun /əˈnjuː.ɪ.ti/

annuity

аннуитет

Meaning

a fixed sum of money paid to someone each year, typically for the rest of their life

Example

She receives an annuity from her late husband's insurance policy.

Она получает аннуитет от страхового полиса своего покойного мужа.

C2 verb /əˈnɔɪnt/

anoint

помазать, освятить

Meaning

To smear or rub with oil, often as part of a religious ceremony or as a sign of consecration.

Example

The priest anointed the king with holy oil.

Священник помазал короля святом маслом.

C1 noun əˈtrɒs.ɪ.tiz

atrocities

жестокости

Meaning

Extremely wicked or cruel acts, typically involving physical violence or injury.

Example

The atrocities shocked the international community.

Жестокости потрясли международное сообщество.

C2 noun /ˌæntiˈsaɪkloʊn/

anticyclone

антициклон

Meaning

A weather system with high atmospheric pressure at its center, usually bringing calm and clear conditions.

Example

An anticyclone brought sunny weather across the region.

Антициклон принес ясную погоду на всю территорию.

C1 adjective /æmˈfɪb.i.əs/

Amphibious

амфибия

Meaning

able to live both on land and in water; suitable for both land and water operations

Example

The amphibious vehicle can travel on both land and water.

Амфибийное транспортное средство может передвигаться как по земле, так и по воде.

C2 noun /ˌækwəˈpɒnɪks/

aquaponics

аквапоника

Meaning

A system of aquaculture in which the waste produced by farmed fish or other aquatic animals supplies nutrients for plants grown hydroponically.

Example

Aquaponics efficiently utilizes water by integrating fish and plant farming.

Аквапоника эффективно использует воду, интегрируя рыбоводство и растениеводство.

B1 verb /əˈlɑːrm/

alarm

тревожить

Meaning

to warn of danger; to frighten or disturb

Example

The loud noise alarmed the residents.

Громкий шум насторожил жителей.

C2 adverb /əˈmʌk/

amuck

неистово

Meaning

in a frenzied, uncontrolled, or chaotic manner

Example

The bull ran amuck through the village.

Бык неистово бегал по деревне.

C2 noun /ˌɔːltərˈkeɪʃən/

altercation

ссора, спор

Meaning

a noisy argument or quarrel

Example

There was a brief altercation between the two drivers.

Произошёл короткий конфликт между двумя водителями.

C1 verb /ˈæɡənaɪz/

agonize

мучиться

Meaning

To suffer extreme physical or mental pain; to spend time worrying.

Example

She agonized for days over whether she had made the right decision.

Она мучилась целыми днями, думая, правильно ли она приняла решение.

C2 adjective, adverb /əˈbʌvˌbɔːrd/

aboveboard

Честно и открыто

Meaning

Open and honest; without deception or trickery.

Example

The business deal was completely aboveboard.

Деловая сделка была полностью честной и открытой.

C2 noun /ˌæfɛkˈteɪʃən/

affectation

афектация

Meaning

an unnatural behavior or speech intended to impress others

Example

Her British accent was just an affectation to sound sophisticated.

Ее британский акцент был всего лишь афектацией, чтобы звучать изысканно.

C2 verb /ˈæmərˌtaɪz/

amortize

амортизировать

Meaning

To gradually reduce or pay off a debt with regular payments.

Example

They plan to amortize the mortgage over 20 years.

Они планируют амортизировать ипотеку в течение 20 лет.

C2 adjective /ɔːˈrɔːrəl/

auroral

связанный с авророй

Meaning

Relating to or resembling the aurora, especially the northern lights.

Example

The scientists observed auroral activity in the night sky.

Учёные наблюдали за аворальной активностью на ночном небе.

B1 verb əˈdrɛst

addressed

адресовано

Meaning

To think about and begin to deal with an issue or problem.

Example

Addressing key problems is vital for long-term change.

Решение ключевых проблем важно для долгосрочных изменений.

B1 noun /əˈsaɪnmənt/

assignment

задание

Meaning

a task or piece of work given to someone as part of their duties

Example

The students completed their homework assignment on time.

Студенты выполнили свое домашнее задание вовремя.

B2 noun /ˈædvəkəsi/

advocacy

защита

Meaning

public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy

Example

Her advocacy for children's rights earned her international recognition.

Ее защита прав детей принесла ей международное признание.

A2 verb /əˈfɔːrd/

afford

позволить себе

Meaning

to have enough money to buy; to be able to spare

Example

I can't afford a new car right now.

Я не могу позволить себе купить новую машину прямо сейчас.

B2 noun, verb /ˈɑːrkaɪv/

ancestry

родословная

Meaning

one’s family origins or lineage

Example

He is proud of his royal ancestry.

Он гордится своей королевской родословной.

C2 adjective /əˈpɒ.krɪ.fəl/

apocryphal

сомнительный

Meaning

Of doubtful authenticity, though widely circulated as true.

Example

The story about him saving the village is probably apocryphal.

История о том, как он спас деревню, вероятно, сомнительна.

B1 noun /əˈkaʊntənt/

accountant

бухгалтер

Meaning

a person whose job is to keep or check financial accounts

Example

The accountant prepared the financial reports for the company.

Бухгалтер подготовил финансовые отчеты для компании.

B2 noun /ˌæktɪˈveɪʃən/

activation

активация

Meaning

the act of making something start functioning

Example

The activation of the system took longer than expected.

Активация системы заняла больше времени, чем ожидалось.

B2 verb /ədˈmɪnɪstər/

administer

управлять

Meaning

to manage or control the running of; to give or apply medicine or treatment

Example

The nurse will administer the vaccine to all patients.

Медсестра будет вводить вакцину всем пациентам.

B1 noun /ˌæv.əˈkɑː.doʊ/

Avocado

авокадо

Meaning

a green pear-shaped fruit with creamy flesh and high fat content, often used in healthy diets

Example

Avocado is rich in healthy fats and is popular in salads and toast.

Авокадо богато полезными жирами и популярен в салатах и на тостах.

C2 adjective /eɪˈsɛfələs/

acephalous

безглавный

Meaning

having no leader or head; headless

Example

The acephalous group soon fell into disorganization.

Безглавная группа вскоре распалась.

C1 noun əˈɡrɛriən səˈsaɪətiz

agrarian societies

аграрные общества

Meaning

Societies based on agriculture and farming as the primary economic activity.

Example

Agrarian societies emerged from a need for stable food sources.

Аграрные общества возникли из-за необходимости стабильных источников пищи.

C2 verb /ænˈtɪpəθaɪz/

antipathize

антипатизировать

Meaning

to feel or express a strong dislike or aversion toward something or someone

Example

He seemed to antipathize with the new management's approach.

Он, похоже, антипатизировал подход нового руководства.

C2 adverb /əˈsɪdʒuəsli/

assiduously

усердно

Meaning

with great care and persistence

Example

He worked assiduously to complete the project before the deadline.

Он работал усердно, чтобы закончить проект до срока.

C1 adjective /əˈnɒmələs/

anomalous

аномальный

Meaning

deviating from what is standard, normal, or expected

Example

Scientists observed an anomalous result during the experiment.

Учёные наблюдали аномальный результат в ходе эксперимента.

C1 noun esˈθet.ɪks

aesthetics

эстетика

Meaning

A set of principles concerned with the nature and appreciation of beauty, especially in art and design.

Example

Interior design focuses on aesthetics and functionality.

Дизайн интерьера сосредоточен на эстетике и функциональности.

C2 noun ˈɔː.tɑː.ki

autarky

автаркия, самодостаточность

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.

Некоторые страны стремятся к автаркии, чтобы сократить зависимость от импорта.

C1 noun /æmˈniːʒə/

amnesia

амнезия

Meaning

A partial or total loss of memory, usually caused by injury, illness, or psychological trauma.

Example

After the accident, she suffered from amnesia and could not remember her own name.

После аварии она страдала от амнезии и не могла вспомнить свое имя.

B1 noun/adjective /ˌæfrɪkən əˈmɛrɪkən/

african-american

афроамериканец

Meaning

A person of African descent living in or originating from the United States; relating to such people.

Example

She is proud of her African-American heritage.

Она гордится своим афроамериканским наследием.

C1 noun /ˌɑːrbɪˈtreɪʃən/

arbitration

арбитраж

Meaning

the process of resolving a dispute through an impartial third party whose decision is binding; formal judgment outside a court

Example

The contract requires arbitration to settle any disputes.

Контракт предусматривает арбитраж для разрешения любых споров.

C1 adjective /ɔːˈtɒn.ə.məs/

autonomous

автономный

Meaning

Acting independently or having the freedom to do so.

Example

Autonomous systems ensure greater precision.

Автономные системы обеспечивают большую точность.

B2 verb /əˈlaɪn/

align

выравнивать / ставить в прямую линию

Meaning

To arrange things in a straight line; to adjust or bring into proper relation or agreement.

Example

The manager asked the team to align their goals with the company's mission.

Менеджер попросил команду привести их цели в соответствие с миссией компании.

C1 noun /ˈælɔɪ/

alloy

сплав

Meaning

A mixture of metals or a metal combined with another element.

Example

Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin.

Бронза — это сплав меди и олова.

C1 noun /əˈtrɑːsəti/

atrocity

зверство

Meaning

an extremely cruel or violent act, often involving physical violence

Example

The world condemned the atrocity committed against civilians.

Мир осудил зверство, совершенное против мирных жителей.

C1 adjective eɪˈsɪŋ.krə.nəs

asynchronous

асинхронный

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.

Асинхронные курсы позволяют студентам учиться в своем собственном темпе.

C1 preposition /əˈtɒp/

atop

на вершине

Meaning

on the top of something

Example

A flag was placed atop the tower.

Флаг был размещен на вершине башни.

C2 noun /ˈæntɪkwɛri/

antiquary

антиквар

Meaning

A person who studies, collects, or deals in antiques or ancient objects.

Example

The antiquary spent years collecting rare manuscripts from the medieval period.

Антиквар потратил годы на сбор редких манускриптов из средневекового периода.

C1 noun /ˌɔːkʃəˈnɪər/

auctioneer

аукционист

Meaning

a person who conducts auctions by calling out bids and selling items to the highest bidder

Example

The auctioneer quickly raised the price as bidders competed for the painting.

Аукционист быстро повышал цену во время торгов.

C1 noun /ˈeɪ.kər.ɪdʒ/

acreage

акр

Meaning

An area of land measured in acres.

Example

The farmer owns a large acreage of fertile land.

Фермер владеет большим участком плодородной земли.

C1 adjective /æmˈbɪvələnt/

ambivalent

амбивалентный

Meaning

Having mixed or contradictory feelings about something or someone.

Example

She was ambivalent about accepting the new job offer.

Она была амбивалентна по поводу принятия нового предложения о работе.

B2 noun /ˈænθəm/

anthem

гимн

Meaning

A song that is identified with a particular group, movement, or nation, often expressing pride or unity.

Example

The national anthem was played before the football match.

Национальный гимн был исполнен перед футбольным матчем.

B1 adjective /ˈæbsənt/

absent

отсутствующий

Meaning

not present at a place or event

Example

She was absent from the meeting yesterday.

Она отсутствовала на собрании вчера.