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B2 noun /ˈæsɪd/

acid

кислота
Meaning
a chemical substance that reacts with bases and has a sour taste
Example
Lemons contain citric acid.
Лимоны содержат лимонную кислоту.
C1 noun ˈæ.sɛt ˌæl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən

asset allocation

распределение активов
Meaning
An investment strategy that aims to balance risk and reward by apportioning a portfolio's assets according to an individual's goals, risk tolerance, and investment horizon.
Example
Proper asset allocation is key to financial growth.
Правильное распределение активов — ключ к финансовому росту.
C2 noun /ˌær.əˈbesk/

arabesque

орнаментальный дизайн
Meaning
a complex, ornate design featuring intertwined flowing lines, often used in architecture or ballet poses
Example
The ceiling was decorated with delicate arabesque patterns.
Потолок был украшен изысканными арабесками.
C1 adjective /əˈkɪn/

akin

похожие
Meaning
Of similar character or related by blood.
Example
His reaction was akin to shock.
Его реакция была похожа на шок.
C2 verb /ˈæbrəɡeɪt/

abrogate

аброгировать
Meaning
To formally repeal, cancel, or abolish a law, agreement, or custom.
Example
The government decided to abrogate the outdated treaty.
Правительство решило аброгировать устаревший договор.
C2 noun /əˌbɑː.məˈneɪ.ʃən/

abomination

абоминация
Meaning
a thing that causes disgust or hatred
Example
Slavery was considered an abomination.
Рабство считалось абоминацией.
A1 noun /eər/

Air

воздух
Meaning
the invisible gaseous substance surrounding the earth; a mixture mainly of oxygen and nitrogen
Example
Fresh air is essential for good health.
Свежий воздух необходим для хорошего здоровья.
C2 noun /ænˈtɪpəθi/

antipathy

антипатия
Meaning
a deep-seated feeling of dislike or aversion toward something or someone
Example
There was a mutual antipathy between the two rival companies.
Между двумя конкурентами была взаимная антипатия.
C1 noun ˌæmbɪˈɡjuːɪti

ambiguity

неопределенность, двусмысленность
Meaning
The quality of being open to more than one interpretation; inexactness.
Example
The ambiguity of the statement caused confusion among the team.
Неопределенность заявления вызвала путаницу в команде.
C2 verb /ˈæntɪdeɪt/

antedate

предшествовать
Meaning
to be earlier in time; to assign a date earlier than the actual one
Example
The manuscript antedates the modern printing press.
Рукопись предшествует современному печатному прессу.
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.
C1 noun /ˈænəɡræm/

anagram

слово или фраза, образованная перестановкой букв другого слова или фразы.
Meaning
A word or phrase formed by rearranging the letters of another word or phrase.
Example
The word 'listen' is an anagram of 'silent'.
'listen' — это анаграмма слова 'silent'.
C2 noun /əˈbaɪdəns/

abidance

послушание
Meaning
the act of following, accepting, or complying with something
Example
Her abidance by the rules impressed the committee.
Ее послушание правилам впечатлило комитет.
B2 noun ˈænsɛstərz

Ancestors

предок
Meaning
A person from whom one is descended; a forefather.
Example
The family tree shows the names of all ancestors.
Семейное древо показывает имена всех предков.
B2 verb/adjective /ɑːrˈtɪkjʊlət/

articulate

артикулировать
Meaning
to express thoughts or ideas clearly; having the ability to speak fluently and clearly
Example
She was able to articulate her ideas during the meeting.
Она смогла артикулировать свои идеи на встрече.
B2 noun /ədˈmɪnɪstreɪtər/

administrator

администратор
Meaning
a person responsible for running or managing an organization or system
Example
The school administrator implemented new policies for students.
Администратор школы внедрил новые политики для учащихся.
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.
C2 noun (plural) /ˈɔːspɪsɪz/

auspices

покровительство
Meaning
Patronage, support, or guidance, often used in the phrase 'under the auspices of'.
Example
The conference was held under the auspices of the United Nations.
Конференция прошла под эгидой ООН.
B1 noun əˈreɪndʒmənt

arrangement

расположение
Meaning
The way things are organized, positioned, or structured.
Example
The arrangement of protons in the nucleus is critical.
Расположение протонов в ядре критично.
A2 verb /ˈædvərˌtaɪz/

advertise

рекламировать
Meaning
to promote or publicize a product or service
Example
They advertise their products on television.
Они рекламируют свои продукты по телевидению.
C2 noun /əˈnækrəˌnɪzəm/

anachronism

Meaning
something that is out of its proper time period, especially something old-fashioned in a modern context
Example
Using a typewriter today feels like an anachronism.
C2 verb /ˈæsəneɪt/

assonate

асонировать
Meaning
To correspond or agree in sound, especially by vowel sounds; to rhyme approximately.
Example
The lines assonate beautifully, giving the song a unique flow.
Строки асонируют красиво, придавая песне уникальный поток.
C2 noun /ˈæstər/

Aster

астра
Meaning
a flowering plant with daisy-like flowers that typically bloom in fall
Example
The purple asters bloomed beautifully in the autumn garden.
Фиолетовые астры красиво зацвели в осеннем саду.
A2 noun /ˈeɪn.dʒəl/

Angel

ангел
Meaning
a spiritual being believed to act as an attendant, agent, or messenger of God
Example
She looked like an angel in her white dress.
Она выглядела как ангел в своем белом платье.
C2 noun /ænˈtɪpədiːz/

antipodes

Meaning
places on opposite sides of the Earth; also refers to things that are direct opposites
Example
Australia and Britain are often considered antipodes of each other.
C2 noun /əˈkwaɪərmənt/

acquirement

приобретение; достижение
Meaning
the act of acquiring something; something that has been acquired, especially a skill or possession
Example
Language proficiency is an important acquirement for global careers.
Знание языка — важное приобретение для глобальной карьеры.
C1 adjective /ˌæntiˈsleɪvəri/

antislavery

антирабство
Meaning
Opposed to the practice or system of slavery.
Example
The antislavery movement gained momentum in the 19th century.
Антирабовладельческое движение приобрело популярность в XIX веке.
A1 noun/verb /eɪdʒ/

age

возраст
Meaning
The length of time that a person has lived; to grow older.
Example
She asked his age politely.
Она вежливо спросила его возраст.
B1 verb /ədˈmaɪər/

admire

восхищаться
Meaning
To respect, appreciate, or look up to someone or something.
Example
I really admire her dedication to education.
Я действительно восхищаюсь ее преданностью образованию.
B2 noun/verb /eɪp/

ape

крупный примат, похожий на обезьяну / подражать
Meaning
a large primate similar to a monkey but without a tail; as a verb, to imitate or mimic
Example
Children often ape the behavior of adults.
Дети часто подражают поведению взрослых.
C1 noun /əˈpærəl/

apparel

одежда
Meaning
Clothing, especially formal or special clothes.
Example
The store specializes in wedding apparel.
Магазин специализируется на свадебной одежде.
B2 verb /əˈsɛmbəl/

assemble

собрать
Meaning
to gather or bring together in one place
Example
The students assembled in the hall for the meeting.
студенты собрались в зале для встречи.
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 adjective /ˈædvɜːrs/

Adverse

неблагоприятный; отрицательный; враждебный
Meaning
harmful; unfavorable; opposing; negative
Example
The adverse weather conditions forced them to cancel the event.
Необычные погодные условия заставили их отменить мероприятие.
A1 noun ækˈtɪv.ɪ.ti

Activities

активности
Meaning
A thing that a person or group does or has done.
Example
Productive activities drive progress.
Продуктивные активности способствуют прогрессу.
B2 noun /ˈæŋk.lət/

Anklet

браслет на щиколотку
Meaning
a piece of jewelry worn around the ankle
Example
She wore a beautiful silver anklet on her left foot.
Она носила красивый серебряный браслет на левой лодыжке.
C2 adjective, adverb /əˈfʊt/

afoot

в разработке
Meaning
In progress; happening or being prepared.
Example
There are several new projects afoot in the company.
В компании есть несколько новых проектов в разработке.
C2 adjective /ˌæntɪˈmʌndeɪn/

antemundane

до сотворения мира
Meaning
Existing or occurring before the creation of the world.
Example
Some myths speak of an antemundane chaos before order was established.
Некоторые мифы говорят о хаосе антемундане до того, как был установлен порядок.
C1 adjective /ədˈhiːsɪv/

Adhesive

клейкий
Meaning
আঠালো; চটচটে;
Example
The adhesive tape stuck firmly to the wall.
Клеящаяся лента прочно приклеилась к стене.
B2 noun ˈæɡ.rɪ.kʌl.tʃɚ

agriculture

сельское хозяйство
Meaning
The science or practice of farming, including cultivation of the soil for the growing of crops and the rearing of animals to provide food, wool, and other products.
Example
Sustainable agriculture can help protect the environment.
Устойчивое сельское хозяйство может помочь защитить окружающую среду.
B2 verb /əˈteɪn/

attain

достигать
Meaning
to achieve or reach something
Example
She worked hard to attain her goals.
Она усердно работала, чтобы достичь своих целей.
A1 adverb /əˈɡoʊ/

ago

тому назад
Meaning
Used to indicate how long before the present something happened.
Example
I met her two years ago.
Я встретил её два года назад.
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.
C2 noun /ˌæbnɪˈɡeɪʃən/

abnegation

самоотречение
Meaning
the act of renouncing or rejecting something, especially self-denial
Example
The monk’s life was one of complete abnegation of worldly pleasures.
Жизнь монаха была полным самоотречением от мирских удовольствий.
C1 verb /əˈvɛndʒ/

avenge

отомстить
Meaning
to inflict harm in return for an injury or wrong done to oneself or another
Example
He vowed to avenge his brother's death.
On poklyalsya otnesti smert' svoego brata.
B2 noun /ˈækjərəsi/

Accuracy

точность; правильность
Meaning
the quality of being correct or precise; exactness
Example
The accuracy of the measurements is very important.
Точность измерений очень важна.
A2 adjective /əˈveɪləbl/

available

доступный
Meaning
Able to be used, obtained, or accessed.
Example
The product is now available in all stores.
Продукт теперь доступен во всех магазинах.
B1 adverb /ˌɔːl.təˈɡeð.ər/

Altogether

в целом; полностью; совершенно
Meaning
completely; in total; considering everything
Example
The project cost altogether five thousand dollars.
Проект стоил в целом пять тысяч долларов.
C2 verb /əˈdʒʌdʒ/

adjudge

судить
Meaning
to consider or declare officially in a legal or formal manner
Example
He was adjudged guilty by the court.
Он был признан виновным судом.
C2 adjective /ɔːˈrɪfərəs/

auriferous

золотой
Meaning
Containing or producing gold.
Example
The miners discovered an auriferous vein in the mountains.
Шахтеры обнаружили золотую жилу в горах.
B2 verb /ˈæləkeɪt/

allocate

распределять
Meaning
to distribute or assign resources, duties, or responsibilities for a specific purpose
Example
The manager allocated funds for the new project.
Менеджер выделил средства для нового проекта.
B1 noun /ˈætməsˌfɪər/

Atmosphere

атмосфера
Meaning
the envelope of gases surrounding the earth or another planet; the pervading tone or mood of a place
Example
The atmosphere protects us from harmful solar radiation.
Атмосфера защищает нас от вредного солнечного излучения.
B2 adjective /æʃ ˈkʌl.ər/

Ash-colour

пепельный цвет
Meaning
a grayish color resembling ash
Example
The old building had ash-colour walls that needed painting.
Старое здание имело пепельные стены, которые нужно было покрасить.
B2 adjective /əˈkuːstɪk/

acoustic

акустический
Meaning
relating to sound or the sense of hearing; not amplified by electrical means
Example
We recorded an acoustic version of the song in a quiet room.
Мы записали акустическую версию песни в тихой комнате.
A2 adverb /ˈen.i.weər/

Anywhere

где угодно
Meaning
in or to any place; wherever
Example
You can sit anywhere you like in this restaurant.
Ты можешь сидеть где угодно в этом ресторане.
A2 noun /əˈsɪstənt/

assistant

ассистент
Meaning
a person who helps or supports another, often in a job
Example
She works as an assistant in a law firm.
Она работает ассистентом в юридической фирме.
A2 verb /əˈpɪə/

appear

появиться
Meaning
to become visible or come into sight; to seem
Example
She appeared suddenly at the door.
Она появилась внезапно у двери.
C2 noun /ˈæn.ə.lɪst/

annalist

летописец
Meaning
A person who writes annals or records events year by year.
Example
The annalist carefully documented the events of the king's reign.
Летописец тщательно задокументировал события правления короля.
C1 noun ˌæprɪˈhɛnʃən

apprehension

беспокойство
Meaning
Anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen.
Example
There is an apprehension about the depletion of fish stocks.
Существует беспокойство по поводу сокращения запасов рыбы.
A2 noun /ˈæktrəs/

actress

актриса
Meaning
a female performer in plays, movies, or television
Example
The actress looked stunning on the red carpet.
Актриса выглядела потрясающе на красной дорожке.
C1 noun /ˌænəsˈθetɪk/

anesthetic

анестетик
Meaning
A substance that causes loss of sensation or consciousness, especially used during surgery.
Example
The doctor administered a local anesthetic before stitching the wound.
Доктор ввел местный анестетик перед тем, как наложить швы на рану.
C1 adjective /ˈæm.ɪ.kə.bəl/

amicable

дружелюбный
Meaning
Having a spirit of friendliness; without serious disagreement or rancor.
Example
They reached an amicable agreement.
Они достигли дружелюбного соглашения.
B2 adverb /əˈten.tɪv.li/

Attentively

внимательно
Meaning
with careful attention; in a focused manner
Example
She listened attentively to her teacher's instructions.
Она внимательно слушала указания своего учителя.
C2 adjective /ˈæfərənt/

afferent

афферентный
Meaning
carrying impulses toward a central organ or part, especially toward the brain or spinal cord
Example
Afferent nerves carry signals from the body to the brain.
Афферентные нервы переносят сигналы от тела к мозгу.
B2 verb /əˈspaɪər/

aspire

стремиться
Meaning
to have a strong desire to achieve something
Example
Many students aspire to study abroad.
Многие студенты стремятся учиться за границей.
C1 adjective /ˈɔːrəl/

aural

слуховой
Meaning
Relating to the ear or the sense of hearing.
Example
The lecture was an aural experience as well as an intellectual one.
Лекция была слуховым опытом, а также интеллектуальным.
A2 noun /ænt/

Ant

муравей
Meaning
a small insect that lives in organized colonies and is known for hard work
Example
The ant carried a crumb that was twice its size.
Муравей пронес крошку, которая была в два раза больше его размера.
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.
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.
C1 verb əˈkruː

accrue

накапливать
Meaning
To accumulate or receive (payments or benefits) over time.
Example
Interest accrues on the savings account every month.
Проценты накапливаются на сберегательном счете каждый месяц.
B2 adjective æmˈbɪɡ.ju.əs

ambiguous

неясный
Meaning
Having more than one possible meaning; unclear or vague.
Example
His statement was too ambiguous to understand.
Его заявление было слишком неясным, чтобы понять.
C2 noun /ˈeə.rəm/

Arum

арум
Meaning
a plant with large arrow-shaped leaves and a white spathe, also known as taro
Example
Arum leaves are commonly used in Bengali cuisine for cooking.
Листья арума часто используются в индийской кухне для приготовления пищи.
C1 noun /əˈnɒməli/

anomaly

аномалия
Meaning
something that deviates from the norm or expected result
Example
The sudden drop in temperature was considered an anomaly.
Внезапное падение температуры было сочтено аномалией.
B2 verb, noun, adjective /ˈɔːltərnət/ (adj, noun), /ˈɔːltərˌneɪt/ (verb)

alternate

чередовать, альтернативный
Meaning
to occur in turn repeatedly; to take turns; also, a substitute or replacement
Example
The students alternate between online and offline classes.
Студенты чередуют занятия онлайн и офлайн.
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.
C1 noun /æɡˈnɒs.tɪk/

agnostic

агностик
Meaning
a person who believes that nothing is known or can be known about the existence of God; uncertain in belief
Example
He described himself as an agnostic rather than an atheist.
Он описал себя как агностика, а не как атеиста.
C1 verb /əˈkrɛdɪt/

accredit

аккредитовать
Meaning
to officially recognize, authorize, or approve someone or something
Example
The university is accredited by the national education board.
Университет аккредитован национальным образовательным советом.
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.
C2 verb /əˈɡriːv/

aggrieve

оскорбить
Meaning
to cause distress or make someone feel resentful
Example
She felt aggrieved by the unfair decision.
Она почувствовала себя оскорбленной несправедливым решением.
C2 noun /ˈɑːr.bɪ.trɑːʒ/

arbitrage

арбитраж
Meaning
The simultaneous buying and selling of securities in different markets to take advantage of differing prices.
Example
Investors use arbitrage to make profits in global markets.
Инвесторы используют арбитраж, чтобы получать прибыль на мировых рынках.
B2 noun /ˌæk.wɪˈzɪʃ.ən/

Acquisition

приобретение, покупка, захват
Meaning
An asset or object bought or obtained, typically by a library or museum.
Example
The company's acquisition strategy boosted growth.
Стратегия приобретения компании способствовала росту.
A2 noun /ækˈtɪv.ə.ti/

Activity

активность; деятельность; задача
Meaning
something that you do for interest or pleasure, or in order to achieve a particular aim
Example
Physical activity is important for good health.
Физическая активность важна для хорошего здоровья.
B2 noun /əˈsʌmpʃən/

Assumption

предположение
Meaning
a thing that is accepted as true without proof; a supposition
Example
His assumption about the weather proved to be wrong.
Его предположение о погоде оказалось неверным.
B1 verb /ədˈvaɪz/

advise

советовать
Meaning
to recommend what should be done; to give advice
Example
The doctor advised him to rest for a week.
Доктор посоветовал ему отдохнуть неделю.
B2 noun /ˈæstərɔɪd/

asteroid

астероид
Meaning
A small rocky body orbiting the sun, mostly found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.
Example
The asteroid belt lies between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter.
Пояс астероидов находится между орбитами Марса и Юпитера.
C1 noun /ˌædəˈreɪʃən/

adoration

обожание / глубокая любовь
Meaning
deep love and respect; worship
Example
The fans showed their adoration for the singer.
Фанаты показали свое обожание к певцу.
C2 verb /əˈbrɪdʒ/

abridge

сокращать
Meaning
to shorten a text without losing its meaning
Example
The editor decided to abridge the long novel for young readers.
Редактор решил сократить длинный роман для молодых читателей.
B1 adverb /ˈɔːfəli/

awfully

ужасно
Meaning
in a very great degree; extremely; in a way that is very bad or unpleasant
Example
I am awfully glad to see you again.
Я ужасно рад снова тебя видеть.
B2 verb /ˈɔː.tə.meɪt/

automate

автоматизировать
Meaning
To make a process or system operate automatically by means of machines or computers.
Example
Many companies automate their processes to save time.
Многие компании автоматизируют свои процессы, чтобы сэкономить время.
A2 adverb /ˈæktʃuəli/

actually

на самом деле
Meaning
used to emphasize that something is true, especially when surprising
Example
She actually completed the project ahead of schedule.
Она на самом деле завершила проект раньше срока.
C2 adjective /əˈfɔːrsed/

Aforesaid

ранее упомянутый
Meaning
mentioned before; previously stated
Example
The aforesaid conditions must be met before approval.
Указанные ранее условия должны быть выполнены до утверждения.
B1 verb /əˈdɔːr/

adore

обожать
Meaning
to love deeply and respect highly
Example
She adores her little sister.
Она обожает свою младшую сестру.
C2 noun (plural) /əˈspɜːr.ʒənz/

aspersions

клевета
Meaning
Critical or slanderous remarks; multiple attacks on reputation.
Example
The politician rejected the aspersions cast against him.
Политик отклонил клевету, выдвинутую против него.
C1 verb /əˈkwɪt/

acquit

оправдывать
Meaning
to declare someone not guilty of a criminal charge; to conduct oneself in a specified way
Example
The jury decided to acquit the defendant of all charges.
Присяжные решили оправдать подсудимого по всем обвинениям.
C2 noun əˌklaɪ.mə.tɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

acclimatization

акклиматизация
Meaning
The process of adapting to a new environment or condition.
Example
The hikers needed time for acclimatization to high altitudes.
Путешественникам понадобилось время для акклиматизации на больших высотах.
B2 noun /əkˌsɛs.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

accessibility

доступность
Meaning
Accessibility or availability, easy availability of any place or service.
Example
Improved accessibility helps people with disabilities.
Улучшенная доступность помогает людям с инвалидностью.
B1 noun /ədˈvæns/

Advance

прогресс; развитие; предоплата
Meaning
progress or development; movement forward; money paid before it is due
Example
Technology has made great advances in recent years.
Технологии сделали большие успехи в последние годы.
B1 noun ˌɑː.tɪˈfɪʃ.əl ɪnˈtɛl.ɪ.dʒəns

artificial intelligence

искусственный интеллект
Meaning
The theory and development of computer systems able to perform tasks normally requiring human intelligence.
Example
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing education through smart tutoring.
Искусственный интеллект революционизирует образование через умное обучение.
C1 adjective /ɔːˈtʌmnəl/

autumnal

осенний
Meaning
relating to or characteristic of autumn; occurring in autumn
Example
The autumnal colors of red and gold filled the forest.
Осенние цвета красного и золота заполнили лес.
A2 noun /əˈpɑːrtmənt/

apartment

квартира
Meaning
a set of rooms forming a residence within a building
Example
She rented an apartment in the city center.
Она арендовала квартиру в центре города.
C1 noun, adverb /ˈeɪliəs/

alias

псевдоним
Meaning
A false or assumed identity; also used to mean 'otherwise called'.
Example
The criminal was known by the alias 'Shadow'.
Преступник был известен под псевдонимом 'Тень'.
C1 noun /əˈluːʒən/

allusion

намёк
Meaning
An indirect reference to something without mentioning it explicitly.
Example
Her story contained an allusion to a famous myth.
Её рассказ содержал намёк на знаменитый миф.
C2 noun /ˈɔːrɪkl̩/

auricle

внешняя часть уха
Meaning
The external part of the ear; also an upper chamber of the heart in anatomy.
Example
The doctor examined the patient’s auricle for signs of infection.
Врач осмотрел внешнюю часть уха пациента на признаки инфекции.
C2 verb /ˈæntɪdeɪtɪd/

antedated

датированный ранее
Meaning
assigned to an earlier date than the actual one; happened earlier
Example
The letter was antedated to appear more official.
Письмо было антикредитовано, чтобы выглядеть более официально.
B2 noun /əˈpɒstrəfi/

apostrophe

Meaning
A punctuation mark (') used to indicate possession or the omission of letters or numbers.
Example
You need an apostrophe in the word 'children’s'.
C1 noun /ˈæpəθi/

apathy

апатия
Meaning
a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern
Example
The students showed apathy towards the new rules.
Студенты показали апатию к новым правилам.
C2 noun /ˈiːdʒɪs/

aegis

защита
Meaning
The protection, backing, or support of a particular person or organization.
Example
The project was carried out under the aegis of the United Nations.
Проект был реализован под эгидой Организации Объединенных Наций.
C1 noun /əˈsɪdɪti/

acidity

кислотность
Meaning
the quality or degree of being acidic; the amount of acid present in a substance
Example
The acidity of the soil affects how well crops grow.
Кислотность почвы влияет на рост растений.
B2 preposition /əˈmɪd/

amid

среди
Meaning
in the middle of or surrounded by something
Example
The team stayed calm amid the chaos.
Команда осталась спокойной среди хаоса.
C2 noun /ænˈtɪstrəfi/

antistrophe

антистропфа (риторический прием)
Meaning
A rhetorical device in which a word or phrase is repeated at the end of successive clauses; in Greek choral poetry, the part of the ode sung by the chorus in return movement.
Example
The poet used antistrophe to emphasize the repeated phrase.
Поэт использовал антистропфу, чтобы подчеркнуть повторяемую фразу.
B2 noun ˈæsɪd reɪn

acid rain

кислотный дождь
Meaning
Rainfall made acidic by atmospheric pollution, especially from industrial emissions.
Example
Acid rain damages crops and buildings.
Кислотный дождь повреждает сельскохозяйственные культуры и здания.
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.
C2 noun /əbˈdʌktər/

abductor

похититель
Meaning
a person who kidnaps or forcibly takes someone away
Example
The police arrested the abductor after a nationwide search.
Полиция арестовала похитителя после долгих поисков.
C2 noun /əˈluːviən/

alluvion

аллювион
Meaning
The gradual increase of land by the deposit of soil from water; also, a flood or overflow of water.
Example
The river’s alluvion added new fertile land to the village fields.
Аллювион реки добавил новую плодородную землю в поля деревни.
B2 noun /əˈtɜːrni/

attorney

адвокат
Meaning
a person who practices law; a lawyer
Example
She hired an attorney to represent her in court.
Она наняла адвоката, чтобы он представлял её в суде.
B2 verb /əˈveɪl/

avail

воспользоваться
Meaning
to make use of something; to be of use or benefit
Example
You should avail yourself of this opportunity.
Тебе следует воспользоваться этой возможностью.
C1 adjective /ˈɑːrɡjuəbl/

arguable

спорный
Meaning
open to debate or discussion; not certain and capable of being argued for or against
Example
It is arguable that technology has improved our quality of life.
Можно спорить, что технологии улучшили качество нашей жизни.
C1 noun /ˌædʒ.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

agitation

агитация
Meaning
a state of nervousness, excitement, or unrest; or action of stirring up public concern
Example
There was visible agitation among the crowd.
В толпе было заметное возбуждение.
C2 noun /ˈænɪməlˌkjuːl/

animalcule

анималкул
Meaning
A microscopic animal, especially a protozoan or other minute organism.
Example
The scientist observed an animalcule moving under the microscope.
Ученый наблюдал за анималкулем, движущимся под микроскопом.
B1 adverb /ˈæftərwərd/

afterward

позже
Meaning
at a later time; subsequently
Example
We went to dinner and watched a movie afterward.
Мы поужинали и после этого посмотрели фильм.
C2 verb /əˈreɪn/

arraign

предъявить обвинение
Meaning
to formally accuse someone in a court of law and ask them to respond to the charges
Example
The suspect was arraigned before the judge this morning.
Подозреваемого привлекли к ответственности перед судьей этим утром.