B2 noun /ˈæktɪvɪst/

activist

активист

Meaning

A person who works to bring about social or political change.

Example

The activist organized a protest against pollution.

Активист организовал протест против загрязнения.

B2 noun /ˈæl.oʊ ˈvɪər.ə/

Aloe Vera

алоэ вера

Meaning

a succulent plant with thick fleshy leaves and medicinal properties; produces tubular flowers

Example

The aloe vera plant blooms with orange or yellow tubular flowers.

Растение алоэ вера цветет оранжевыми или желтыми трубчатыми цветами.

B2 noun /ˈɑː.mənd/

Almond

миндаль

Meaning

edible seed of the almond tree

Example

Almonds are a healthy snack rich in protein and good fats.

Миндаль — это здоровый перекус, богатый белками и полезными жирами.

B2 noun /ˈɑːrm.pɪt/

Armpit

подмышка

Meaning

the hollow area under the arm where it joins the shoulder

Example

He applied deodorant to his armpit.

Он нанес дезодорант на свою подмышку.

B2 adjective /əkˈsɛsəbl/

accessible

доступный

Meaning

easy to reach, use, or understand

Example

The museum is easily accessible by public transport.

Музей легко доступен на общественном транспорте.

B2 adjective /əˈpærənt/

apparent

очевидный

Meaning

Clearly visible or understood; obvious.

Example

It soon became apparent that he was not telling the truth.

Скоро стало очевидно, что он не говорил правду.

B2 adjective /ˈædmərəbəl/

Admirable

восхищённый

Meaning

প্রশংসনীয়; চমৎকার;

Example

Her dedication to helping others is truly admirable.

Её преданность помощи другим действительно восхищает.

B2 noun /ˈeɪlmənt/

ailment

недуг

Meaning

An illness, typically a minor one.

Example

He went to the doctor for a minor stomach ailment.

Он пошел к врачу с легким заболеванием желудка.

B2 noun ədˈvɑːns.mənt

advancement

прогресс

Meaning

The process of promoting or moving forward; development or improvement in a particular area.

Example

Technological advancement shapes the future.

Технологический прогресс формирует будущее.

B2 noun /əˌveɪləˈbɪləti/

availability

доступность

Meaning

the state of being able to be used or obtained

Example

The availability of clean water is crucial for health.

Доступность чистой воды важна для здоровья.

B2 noun /əˈsɛnt/

ascent

восхождение, подъём

Meaning

The act of rising or climbing to a higher position or level.

Example

The climbers began their ascent to the mountain peak at dawn.

Альпинисты начали своё восхождение к вершине горы на рассвете.

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.

B2 adjective /ˌæbsənt ˈmaɪndɪd/

absent-minded

забывчивый

Meaning

often forgetting things or not paying attention

Example

He is so absent-minded that he often forgets his keys.

Он так забывчив, что часто забывает свои ключи.

B2 noun /ˈɑːftərmɑːθ/

aftermath

последствия

Meaning

the consequences or aftereffects of an event or situation, especially a disastrous one

Example

The aftermath of the earthquake was devastating.

Последствия землетрясения были разрушительными.

B2 adjective + noun ˈædvɜːrs ɪˈfekts

adverse effects

неблагоприятные эффекты

Meaning

Negative or harmful impacts that result from an action or condition.

Example

Plastic usage has adverse effects on the environment.

Использование пластика оказывает неблагоприятные эффекты на окружающую среду.

B2 noun /əˈdɪkʃən/

addiction

зависимость

Meaning

A strong and harmful need to regularly have or do something, such as drugs, alcohol, or habits.

Example

His addiction to video games affected his studies.

Его зависимость от видеоигр повлияла на его учебу.

B2 verb /əˈweɪt/

await

ждать

Meaning

to wait for someone or something; to expect

Example

We await your response with great anticipation.

Мы ожидаем ваш ответ с большим нетерпением.

B2 adverb /ˈænjuəli/

annually

ежегодно

Meaning

once every year; yearly

Example

The company holds a general meeting annually.

Компания проводит общее собрание ежегодно.

B2 noun /ˌɔː.θɛnˈtɪs.ə.ti/

authenticity

подлинность

Meaning

The quality of being authentic; genuineness or truthfulness.

Example

The authenticity of the document was verified.

Подлинность документа была проверена.

B2 noun ˌæn.tiˈɒk.sɪ.dənts

antioxidants

антиоксиданты

Meaning

A substance that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage.

Example

Fruits and vegetables are rich in antioxidants.

Фрукты и овощи богаты антиоксидантами.

B2 noun /ˈæŋkər/

Anchor

якорь

Meaning

a heavy object used to moor a vessel to the sea bottom; a person or thing that provides stability or confidence

Example

The ship dropped its anchor in the harbor.

Корабль бросил якорь в порту.

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.

B2 adjective /əˈfekʃənət/

Affectionate

нежный; любящий; заботливый; проявляющий привязанность

Meaning

loving; caring; tender; showing affection

Example

She is very affectionate towards her children.

Она очень ласкова к своим детям.

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 adjective /əbˈsɜːrd/

absurd

абсурдный, нелепый

Meaning

wildly unreasonable, illogical, or inappropriate

Example

It is absurd to think that the earth is flat.

Абсурдно думать, что Земля плоская.

B2 noun /əˈstɒnɪʃmənt/

astonishment

удивление

Meaning

Great surprise or amazement.

Example

She looked at the magician with astonishment.

Она посмотрела на фокусника с удивлением.

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.

B2 verb /əˈkɒmədeɪt/

accommodate

предоставлять место

Meaning

To provide lodging, space, or meet the needs of someone.

Example

The hotel can accommodate up to 200 guests.

Отель может разместить до 200 гостей.

B2 verb əˈkwaɪər

acquire

приобретать

Meaning

To gain or obtain something, especially knowledge or skills, through effort or experience.

Example

Volunteers acquire new skills through their experiences.

Добровольцы приобретают новые навыки через их опыт.

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.

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.

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 verb /əkˈsɛləreɪt/

accelerate

ускорять

Meaning

to increase speed or make something happen sooner

Example

The driver accelerated to overtake the truck.

Водитель ускорился, чтобы обогнать грузовик.

B2 noun /əˈmɛnəti/

amenity

удобство

Meaning

a useful or pleasant facility or feature of a place

Example

The apartment has every amenity needed for comfortable living.

В квартире есть все удобства, необходимые для комфортной жизни.

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.

B2 noun /ˈækni/

acne

акне

Meaning

a skin condition in which pores become inflamed and clogged, causing pimples and spots

Example

Regular cleansing and a balanced diet can help reduce acne.

Регулярная чистка и сбалансированное питание могут помочь уменьшить акне.

B2 adjective /ˈæbsəluːt/

absolute

абсолютный

Meaning

total, complete, or without restriction

Example

The dictator had absolute power over the nation.

У диктатора была абсолютная власть над нацией.

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.

B2 noun /ɑːrˈkeɪd/

arcade

аркада

Meaning

a covered passage with arches along one or both sides; also a place with coin-operated games

Example

The children spent the afternoon playing games at the arcade.

Дети провели день, играя в аркаде.

B2 noun əˈʃɔː.rəns

assurance

гарантия

Meaning

A positive declaration intended to give confidence; a promise.

Example

Assurance of quality is a priority for the council.

Гарантия качества является приоритетом для совета.

B2 noun /ˈæftərˌlaɪf/

afterlife

Meaning

Life or existence that some believe continues after physical death.

Example

Many cultures have different beliefs about the afterlife.

B2 noun /əˈdʒʌstmənt/

adjustment

Meaning

a small change made to improve something or make it work better

Example

The doctor made an adjustment to the patient’s medication.

B2 noun /ˈænsestər/

Ancestor

предок

Meaning

a person, typically one more remote than a grandparent, from whom one is descended

Example

She researched her family tree to learn about her ancestors.

Она исследовала свое родословное дерево, чтобы узнать о своих предках.

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'.

B2 adverb /əˈkɔːr.dɪŋ.li/

Accordingly

соответственно; таким образом; в соответствии с обстоятельствами

Meaning

in a way that is appropriate to the particular circumstances; therefore; consequently

Example

The weather was bad, so the event was cancelled accordingly.

Погода была плохой, поэтому мероприятие было отменено соответственно.

B2 noun əˌpriː.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən

appreciation

рост стоимости

Meaning

An increase in the value of an asset over time.

Example

Real estate properties often experience appreciation over time.

Недвижимость часто испытывает рост стоимости со временем.

B2 noun /ˌæn.ɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/

Animation

анимация

Meaning

the technique of making inanimate objects appear to move; liveliness and enthusiasm

Example

The animation in this movie is incredibly detailed.

Анимация в этом фильме невероятно детализирована.

B2 adjective /ˈænɪmeɪtɪd/

animated

анимированный

Meaning

Full of life or excitement; made using animation techniques.

Example

The animated film was loved by children and adults alike.

Анимированный фильм был любим детьми и взрослыми.

B2 verb /əˈkʌmpəni/

accompany

сопровождать

Meaning

to go somewhere with someone as a companion or escort

Example

She asked her friend to accompany her to the concert.

Она попросила свою подругу сопровождать её на концерт.

B2 noun /ɔːˈtɒn.ə.məs ˈviː.ɪ.kəlz/

autonomous vehicles

автономные транспортные средства

Meaning

Vehicles that can operate and move without human intervention or control.

Example

Autonomous vehicles are revolutionizing the future of transport.

Автономные транспортные средства революционизируют будущее транспорта.

B2 adjective /æpt/

apt

подходящий

Meaning

Appropriate or suitable; having a natural tendency or quick to learn.

Example

She is an apt student who quickly understands new concepts.

Она подходящий студент, которая быстро понимает новые концепции.

B2 noun ˈæt.rɪ.bjuːt

attribute

атрибут

Meaning

A quality or feature regarded as a characteristic or inherent part of someone or something.

Example

An important attribute of wood is its flexibility.

Важно атрибут дерева - его гибкость.

B2 noun /ˌæbəˈlɪʃən/

abolition

отмена

Meaning

the act of formally ending or eliminating a system, practice, or institution

Example

The abolition of slavery was a major milestone in human rights history.

Отмена рабства стала важной вехой в истории прав человека.

B2 verb /ænˈtɪsɪˌpeɪt/

anticipate

ожидать

Meaning

to expect or look forward to something; to realize or foresee in advance

Example

We anticipate a large crowd at the event.

Мы ожидаем большую толпу на мероприятии.

B2 adjective + noun অ্যাডভার্স ইমপ্যাক্ট

adverse impact

негативное воздействие

Meaning

A negative or harmful effect or influence on something.

Example

Long screen time has an adverse impact on hand muscles.

Долгое время перед экраном оказывает негативное воздействие на мышцы рук.

B2 adjective /əˈten.tɪv/

Attentive

внимательный; осторожный; настороженный

Meaning

careful to pay attention; alert and observant

Example

The attentive student listened carefully to every word the teacher said.

Внимательный студент внимательно слушал каждое слово, которое сказал учитель.

B2 verb /əˈbɒlɪʃ/

abolish

отменить

Meaning

to formally end or stop something; to cancel or eliminate completely

Example

The government decided to abolish the old tax system.

Правительство решило отменить старую налоговую систему.

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.

B2 noun /əˈkjuːzd/

accused

обвиняемый

Meaning

a person who has been charged with a crime

Example

The accused pleaded not guilty in court.

Обвиняемый не признал себя виновным в суде.

B2 adjective /ˈærəɡənt/

Arrogant

арогантный; высокомерный

Meaning

having an exaggerated sense of one's importance; proud

Example

His arrogant behavior made him very unpopular.

Его арогантное поведение сделало его очень непопулярным.

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 əˈlaɪ.əns

alliance

альянс

Meaning

A union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries or organizations.

Example

Global alliances promote environmental sustainability.

Глобальные альянсы способствуют экологической устойчивости.

B2 noun /æmˈfɪbiən/

amphibian

Meaning

A cold-blooded vertebrate animal that can live both on land and in water.

Example

A frog is a common amphibian that lives both in water and on land.

B2 noun, verb /əˈsɔːlt/

assault

нападение

Meaning

a physical attack or to attack someone violently

Example

He was charged with assault after the fight.

Он был обвинен в нападении после драки.

B2 noun ˈæk.tɪv rɪˈkɔːl

Active recall

активное воспоминание

Meaning

A learning technique that involves actively trying to retrieve information from memory rather than passively reviewing material.

Example

Active recall improves long-term memory and retention.

Активное воспоминание улучшает долгосрочную память и удержание информации.

B2 noun /eɪd/

aide

помощник

Meaning

An assistant or helper, especially to an important person.

Example

The senator’s aide organized the meeting with journalists.

Помощник сенатора организовал встречу с журналистами.

B2 verb /əˈkweɪnt/

acquaint

ознакомить

Meaning

to make someone familiar with something; to inform or introduce

Example

Please acquaint yourself with the safety guidelines before operating the machine.

Пожалуйста, ознакомьтесь с инструкциями по безопасности перед использованием машины.

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 noun /ˈænsestri/

ancestry

родословная

Meaning

one’s family origins or lineage

Example

He is proud of his royal ancestry.

Он гордится своей королевской родословной.

B2 verb /ˈæmplɪˌfaɪ/

amplify

усилить

Meaning

to make sounds louder; to make something larger or more significant

Example

The microphone amplifies her voice.

Микрофон усиливает её голос.

B2 verb əˈlaɪn.ɪŋ

aligning

выравнивать

Meaning

Placing or arranging things in a straight line or in correct relative positions.

Example

Aligning education with global standards is vital.

Выравнивание образования с глобальными стандартами имеет жизненно важное значение.

B2 adjective /əˈlɛdʒd/

alleged

предполагаемый

Meaning

said or thought to be true, but not proven

Example

The alleged thief was caught by the police.

Предполагаемый вор был пойман полицией.

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.

B2 adjective əˈstaʊn.dɪŋ

astounding

поразительный, удивительный, потрясающий

Meaning

Surprisingly impressive or notable; causing shock or surprise.

Example

The magician's astounding tricks left the audience speechless.

Удивительные фокусы мага оставили публику без слов.

B2 adjective /æbˈnɔːr.məl/

abnormal

аномальный

Meaning

deviating from what is normal or usual, typically in a way that is undesirable

Example

The doctor noticed an abnormal growth in the patient’s lung.

Врач заметил аномальный рост в легких пациента.

B2 adjective /əˈnɒn.ɪ.məs/

Anonymous

аноним; безымянный

Meaning

having an unknown name or identity; nameless

Example

The author published the book under an anonymous pseudonym.

Автор опубликовал книгу под анонимным псевдонимом.

B2 adjective /ˈeɪ.li.ən/

alien

инопланетянин

Meaning

Belonging to a foreign country or nation; extraterrestrial.

Example

The telescope is capable of detecting alien signals.

Телескоп может обнаруживать инопланетные сигналы.

B2 noun /ˈeɪ.prən/

apron

Meaning

A protective garment worn over the front of one's clothes to keep them clean, especially while cooking.

Example

She tied an apron around her waist before cooking dinner.

B2 adjective /əˈsɜːr.tɪv/

Assertive

уверенный; настойчивый

Meaning

confident and forceful; having a strong personality

Example

She is very assertive when speaking in meetings.

Она очень уверенная, когда говорит на собраниях.

B2 adjective /ˈɛəri/

airy

проветриваемый

Meaning

Spacious and well-ventilated; light and breezy.

Example

The new apartment is bright and airy.

Новая квартира яркая и проветриваемая.

B2 noun əˈsʌmp.ʃənz

assumptions

предположения

Meaning

Things that are accepted as true or certain to happen, without proof.

Example

His assumptions about the project were completely wrong.

Его предположения о проекте были совершенно неверными.

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.

B2 verb /əˈstaʊnd/

astound

изумлять

Meaning

to greatly surprise or amaze someone

Example

The magician's final trick astounded the audience.

Последний трюк фокусника изумил публику.

B2 noun /əˈbɔːrʃən/

abortion

Meaning

The deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, usually performed during the first 28 weeks.

Example

The debate about abortion continues to divide public opinion.

B2 noun /ˌærɪˈstɑːkrəsi/

aristocracy

аристократия

Meaning

a class of people holding exceptional rank and privileges, especially hereditary nobility

Example

The aristocracy often had influence over political decisions.

Аристократия часто имела влияние на политические решения.

B2 adjective /ænˈtɑːrktɪk/

antarctic

антарктический

Meaning

relating to the region around the South Pole

Example

The Antarctic region is known for its extreme cold and icy landscapes.

Антарктический регион известен своим экстремальным холодом и ледяными ландшафтами.

B2 adjective /əˈfektɪd/

Affected

затронутый; пострадавший

Meaning

influenced; impacted; touched by something

Example

The flood-affected areas need immediate assistance.

Затопленные районы нуждаются в немедленной помощи.

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 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.

B2 adjective, noun, verb /ˈæb.strækt/

abstract

абстрактный, резюме

Meaning

existing in thought or as an idea but not having physical or concrete existence; a summary of a text

Example

The artist is known for her abstract paintings.

Художник известен своими абстрактными картинами.

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.

B2 noun /əˈsaɪləm/

asylum

убежище

Meaning

Protection or shelter, especially given to refugees or the mentally ill.

Example

The refugees sought asylum in the neighboring country.

Беженцы искали убежище в соседней стране.

B2 noun /əˈbjuːs/

Abuse

злоупотребление; насилие;

Meaning

cruel and violent treatment; improper use of something

Example

The abuse of power led to his resignation.

Злоупотребление властью привело к его отставке.

B2 noun /əˈtɒm.ɪk ˈhæb.ɪts/

atomic habits

атомные привычки

Meaning

Small but powerful habits that can bring big changes over time

Example

Developing atomic habits leads to long-term success.

Развитие атомных привычек приводит к долгосрочному успеху.

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.

B2 adjective /əˈkaʊntəbl/

accountable

ответственный

Meaning

Required or expected to justify actions or decisions; responsible.

Example

Staying accountable helps reduce delays.

Оставаться ответственным помогает уменьшить задержки.

B2 noun əˌkaʊntəˈbɪləti

accountability

ответственность

Meaning

The fact or condition of being accountable; responsibility.

Example

Accountability is key to maintaining trust in any system.

Ответственность важна для поддержания доверия в любой системе.

B2 adjective /əˈdʒʌstəbəl/

Adjustable

регулируемый; настраиваемый; изменяемый;

Meaning

নিয়মযোগ্য; পরিবর্তন-সাধ্য; সমন্বয়যোগ্য;

Example

This chair has an adjustable height feature.

Этот стул имеет регулируемую высоту.

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 /ˈeɪkər/

acre

Meaning

a unit of land area equal to 4,840 square yards (about 4,047 square meters)

Example

The farmer owns five acres of fertile land.

B2 noun /ˌæl.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

Allegation

обвинение

Meaning

a claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal

Example

The allegation against him was proven false.

Обвинение против него было опровергнуто.

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 əˈbʌndəns

abundance

изобилие

Meaning

A very large quantity of something; plenty

Example

The abundance of vegetables in winter is remarkable.

Изобилие овощей зимой замечательно.

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.

B2 verb /əˈkjuːmjəleɪt/

accumulate

накапливать

Meaning

to gather or collect things gradually over time

Example

She managed to accumulate a small fortune through wise investments.

Она смогла накопить маленькое состояние с помощью умных инвестиций.

B2 noun /ˈɑːrkaɪvz/

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.

B2 noun /ˈɑːr.mər/

Armour

бронирование

Meaning

protective covering worn by soldiers; metal plating for military vehicles

Example

The knight wore heavy armour to protect himself in battle.

Рыцарь носил тяжелую броню, чтобы защитить себя в бою.

B2 noun /ɑːrtʃ/

arch

арка

Meaning

a curved symmetrical structure spanning an opening and typically supporting the weight above it

Example

The ancient arch still stands in the city center.

Древняя арка все еще стоит в центре города.

B2 verb /əˈbaɪd/

abide

соблюдать

Meaning

to accept or act in accordance with; to endure; to dwell

Example

I will abide by the rules of the company.

Я буду соблюдать правила компании.

B2 noun /əˈriːnə/

arena

арена, сцена

Meaning

a large area surrounded by seats for sports, entertainment, or other events

Example

The basketball game will be held in the new arena downtown.

Матч по баскетболу пройдет в новой арене в центре города.

B2 adjective/verb /əˈprɒksɪmət/

approximate

приблизительный

Meaning

close to the actual but not exact; to estimate or calculate roughly

Example

The cost is approximate and may change later.

Стоимость приблизительная и может измениться позже.

B2 adjective ˌæs.trəˈnɒm.ɪ.kəl

astronomical

астрономический

Meaning

Relating to astronomy; extremely large in amount or extent.

Example

The astronomical price reflects its exclusivity.

Астрономическая цена отражает ее эксклюзивность.

B2 adjective /ˌɑːrkɪˈtɛktʃərəl/

architectural

архитектурный

Meaning

relating to the design and style of buildings and structures

Example

The city is known for its beautiful architectural designs.

Город известен своими красивыми архитектурными проектами.

B2 noun ˌæd.æpˈteɪ.ʃən

adaptation

адаптация

Meaning

The action or process of adapting or being adapted.

Example

Adaptation to climate change is critical for resilience.

Адаптация к изменению климата критична для устойчивости.

B2 verb /əˈplɔːd/

applaud

аплодировать

Meaning

to show approval by clapping or expressing admiration

Example

The audience applauded the performance.

Зрители аплодировали выступлению.

B2 adjective /ˈɑːrbɪˌtrɛri/

arbitrary

произвольный

Meaning

based on random choice or personal whim, rather than reason or system

Example

The teacher's arbitrary grading upset many students.

Произвольная оценка учителя расстроила многих студентов.

B2 adverb /əˈfek.ʃən.ət.li/

Affectionately

нежно

Meaning

in a way that shows feelings of liking or love; with fondness and care

Example

She hugged her grandmother affectionately.

Она обняла свою бабушку с любовью.

B2 noun /əˈlaɪnmənt/

alignment

выравнивание

Meaning

arrangement in a straight line or in proper position

Example

The alignment of the planets was perfect for the celestial event.

Выравнивание планет было идеальным для небесного события.

B2 verb /ˈɔːltər/

alter

изменить

Meaning

to change or modify something slightly but significantly

Example

She decided to alter her dress to make it fit better.

Она решила изменить своё платье, чтобы оно лучше подошло.

B2 noun /ˈɑːrtɪˌfækt/

artifact

артефакт

Meaning

an object made by humans, typically of historical or cultural interest

Example

The museum displayed ancient artifacts from Egypt.

Музей выставил древние артефакты из Египта.