C2 verb /ˈærəˌɡeɪt/

arrogate

несправедливо присваивать

Meaning

To claim or take something without justification.

Example

The dictator arrogated all powers to himself.

Диктатор несправедливо присвоил все полномочия себе.

C2 noun /ˈeɪʒən swɒmp iːl/

Asian swamp eel

азиатский болотный угорь

Meaning

a snake-like freshwater fish that can survive in muddy waters and is considered a delicacy in South Asian cuisine

Example

Asian swamp eel can breathe air and survive in shallow muddy waters.

Азиатский болотный угорь может дышать воздухом и выживать в мелкой грязной воде.

C1 noun əˈrɪd.ɪ.ti

aridity

засуха

Meaning

The state of being extremely dry, especially having insufficient rainfall to support vegetation.

Example

The aridity of the land is increasing due to climate change.

Засуха на земле усиливается из-за изменения климата.

C1 adverb /ˈæm.ɪ.kə.bli/

Amicably

дружелюбно

Meaning

in a friendly way without anger or resentment

Example

The divorce was settled amicably between both parties.

Развод был урегулирован дружелюбно между обеими сторонами.

C1 verb /ədˈmɪnɪstreɪt/

administrate

администрировать

Meaning

to manage or supervise the execution of duties, laws, or resources; to formally give or apply something such as a test or medicine

Example

The committee will administrate the new policy across all departments.

Комитет будет администрировать новую политику во всех отделах.

C2 adjective /ˈæfəbəl/

affable

дружелюбный

Meaning

friendly, easy to talk to, and pleasant in manner

Example

He is such an affable host that everyone feels comfortable at his parties.

Он такой дружелюбный хозяин, что каждый чувствует себя комфортно на его вечеринках.

B2 verb /əˈplɔːd/

applaud

аплодировать

Meaning

to show approval by clapping or expressing admiration

Example

The audience applauded the performance.

Зрители аплодировали выступлению.

C2 noun /ˈæpəplɛksi/

apoplexy

Внезапная потеря сознания или контроля из-за инсульта или сильного гнева

Meaning

A sudden loss of consciousness or control due to stroke or extreme anger.

Example

The old man nearly had apoplexy when he heard the shocking news.

Старик чуть не потерял сознание, когда услышал шокирующую новость.

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.

C1 noun /əˈtoʊnmənt/

atonement

искупление

Meaning

the act of making amends for a wrong, sin, or injury

Example

The festival was celebrated as a day of atonement.

Фестиваль был отмечен как день искупления.

A2 adjective /əˈsliːp/

asleep

спящий

Meaning

in a state of sleep

Example

The baby is fast asleep.

Малыш крепко спит.

C2 adjective /əˈsiːtɪk/

acetic

уксусный

Meaning

relating to or containing acetic acid; sour or vinegary in taste or smell

Example

The acetic smell of vinegar filled the kitchen.

Уксусный запах уксуса наполнил кухню.

A2 noun /ˈɑːrtɪkl/

article

статья

Meaning

a piece of writing included in a newspaper, magazine, or journal

Example

He wrote an article about climate change.

Он написал статью о изменении климата.

C1 noun əˈtrɪʃ.ən

attrition

истощение

Meaning

The process of reducing something's strength or effectiveness through sustained attack or pressure.

Example

The company faced high employee attrition due to job dissatisfaction.

Компания столкнулась с высокой текучестью кадров из-за неудовлетворенности работой.

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 adjective /ˌædvənˈteɪdʒəs/

Advantageous

выгодный; благоприятный; прибыльный

Meaning

beneficial; favorable; profitable

Example

This position offers advantageous opportunities for career growth.

Эта позиция предлагает выгодные возможности для карьерного роста.

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.

B1 noun /əˌkɒməˈdeɪʃən/

Accommodation

жилище

Meaning

a room, group of rooms, or building in which someone may live or stay

Example

The hotel provides comfortable accommodation for tourists.

Отель предоставляет комфортное жилье для туристов.

C2 adjective /əˈsɜːrbɪk/

acerbic

едкий

Meaning

sharp, harsh, or bitter in tone or taste

Example

His acerbic comments offended many people in the meeting.

Его едкие комментарии оскорбили многих людей на собрании.

C2 adjective /ˈeɪ.li.ə.nə.bəl/

alienable

передаваемый

Meaning

Able to be transferred or surrendered, usually referring to rights or property.

Example

Property rights are alienable and can be sold or transferred.

Права на имущество могут быть переданы и могут быть проданы или переданы.

C1 adverb /əˈbrɛst/

abreast

бок о бок

Meaning

side by side and facing the same direction; informed about something

Example

The soldiers marched two abreast down the street.

Солдаты маршировали два бок о бок по улице.

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.

A2 noun ədˈvɛnʧər

Adventure

Приключение

Meaning

An unusual and exciting experience or activity that is typically bold and sometimes risky.

Example

Adventure travel is loved by thrill-seekers.

Любители приключений обожают путешествия.

B1 adjective /ˈeɪn.ʃənt/

Ancient

древний

Meaning

belonging to the very distant past; very old; historical

Example

We visited the ancient ruins of the Roman empire.

Мы посетили древние руины Римской империи.

B1 noun /ˈæbsəns/

Absence

отсутствие

Meaning

the state of being away from a place or person; lack or non-existence

Example

His absence from the meeting was noticed by everyone.

Его отсутствие на собрании заметили все.

C2 adjective /æbˈstiːmiəs/

abstemious

воздержанный

Meaning

not allowing oneself much food or drink; marked by moderation

Example

She lived an abstemious life, avoiding all luxuries.

Она вела воздержанную жизнь, избегая всех роскошных удовольствий.

A2 verb /eɪm/

aim

прицеливаться

Meaning

to direct a weapon, object, or effort at a target; to intend or plan

Example

He aimed the ball at the goal.

Он прицелился в мяч в сторону цели.

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.

C1 verb /əˈlʊər/

allure

привлекать

Meaning

to attract or tempt someone with something desirable; to entice

Example

The beautiful garden allured visitors from far away.

Прекрасный сад привлекал посетителей издалека.

B2 adjective /əˈlaɪd/

Allied

союзный; ассоциированный; связанный

Meaning

joined by agreement or treaty; associated; connected

Example

The allied forces worked together during the war.

Союзные войска работали вместе во время войны.

C2 noun /əˈvɪdəti/

avidity

жажда

Meaning

extreme eagerness or enthusiasm

Example

He accepted the offer with avidity.

Он принял предложение с жаждой.

C1 adjective /ˈɔːdəˌtɔːri/

auditory

Meaning

Relating to the sense of hearing.

Example

The lecture was designed to enhance students' auditory learning skills.

C1 noun /ˌæŋɡloʊ ˈsæksən/

anglo-saxon

Meaning

A member of the Germanic peoples who settled in England in the early Middle Ages; also relating to their language or culture.

Example

The Anglo-Saxon period greatly influenced English culture and language.

C1 noun /əˈlɒt.mənt/

allotment

распределение, выделение

Meaning

The distribution or allocation of something, especially resources or portions.

Example

Each department received an allotment of resources.

Каждое отделение получило выделение ресурсов.

C2 adjective /əˈdʌltəreɪtɪd/

adulterated

фальсифицированный

Meaning

describes food, drink, or medicine made weaker or impure by the addition of another substance

Example

Authorities seized adulterated drugs from the warehouse.

Власти изъяли фальсифицированные лекарства со склада.

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.

C1 adjective /ˈæv.ɪd/

avid

увлечённый

Meaning

having an eager desire or enthusiasm for something

Example

She is an avid reader of mystery novels.

Она увлечённая читательница детективных романов.

C1 adjective ˌæd.vɚˈser.i.əl

adversarial

враждебный

Meaning

Involving or characterized by conflict or opposition.

Example

The two companies have an adversarial relationship in the market.

Две компании имеют враждебные отношения на рынке.

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 /æbˈhɔːr.ənt/

Abhorrent

отвратительный; мерзкий

Meaning

extremely unpleasant and causing disgust; detestable

Example

The idea of animal cruelty is abhorrent to most people.

Идея жестокости по отношению к животным вызывает отвращение у большинства людей.

A2 noun /ˈælbəm/

album

альбом

Meaning

A collection of songs or photographs compiled into a single book, record, or digital file.

Example

She showed me her travel album full of beautiful pictures.

Она показала мне свой туристический альбом с красивыми фотографиями.

C1 adjective ɔːɡˈmen.tɪd

augmented

увеличенный, улучшенный, расширенный

Meaning

having been made greater in size or value.

Example

The new software provided augmented reality features.

Новое программное обеспечение предложило функции дополненной реальности.

C2 noun /əˈplɒm/

aplomb

самообладание

Meaning

Complete and confident self-assurance or poise.

Example

She handled the difficult questions with aplomb.

Она справилась с трудными вопросами с самообладанием.

C2 verb /əˈbeɪs/

abase

унижать

Meaning

to belittle or degrade someone

Example

He refused to abase himself before the king.

Он отказался унижать себя перед королем.

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.

C2 adjective /ˌævəˈrɪʃəs/

avaricious

жадный

Meaning

having or showing extreme greed for wealth or material gain

Example

The avaricious landlord increased the rent unfairly.

Жадный арендодатель несправедливо увеличил аренду.

C2 adjective /ˈæprəbəˌtɔːri/

approbatory

одобряющий

Meaning

expressing approval or praise

Example

The teacher gave an approbatory nod after reading the essay.

Учитель кивнул одобрительно, прочитав эссе.

B2 noun /əˈkaʊntɪŋ/

accounting

бухгалтерия

Meaning

the process of recording, summarizing, and reporting financial transactions

Example

She works in the accounting department of a large firm.

Она работает в бухгалтерии большой компании.

B2 adjective; verb (past/participle) /əˈʃʊrd/

assured

уверенный; гарантированный

Meaning

confident and certain; guaranteed or made certain

Example

She felt assured that everything would work out.

Она была уверена, что всё будет хорошо.

C2 noun /ˈænti/

ante

анте

Meaning

a stake put up by a player in poker or similar games before receiving cards; also used figuratively to mean an initial investment or contribution

Example

Each player placed an ante before the game began.

Каждый игрок поставил анте перед началом игры.

C1 noun ˌæɡ.rəʊˈkem.ɪ.kəl

agrochemical

агрохимикат

Meaning

A chemical product used in agriculture, especially a pesticide or fertilizer.

Example

Excessive use of agrochemicals can degrade soil quality.

Чрезмерное использование агрохимикатов может ухудшить качество почвы.

C1 noun /ˈænti ˈeəkræft ɡʌn/

Anti-aircraft-gun

зенитное орудие

Meaning

a weapon designed to attack aircraft from the ground

Example

The anti-aircraft gun was positioned to defend the military base.

Зенитное орудие было расположено для защиты военной базы.

C2 verb /əˈbæʃ/

abash

смущать

Meaning

to make someone feel embarrassed or ashamed

Example

Her sudden question seemed to abash him.

Ее внезапный вопрос, похоже, смутил его.

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.

C2 noun /ˈeɪ.viˌɛr.i/

aviary

вольер

Meaning

a large enclosure for keeping birds

Example

The zoo built a new aviary for exotic parrots.

Зоопарк построил новый вольер для экзотических попугаев.

C1 adjective /əˌpɒk.əˈlɪp.tɪk/

apocalyptic

апокалиптический

Meaning

Describing the end of the world, or something catastrophic and disastrous.

Example

The movie depicts an apocalyptic future after a nuclear war.

Фильм изображает апокалиптическое будущее после ядерной войны.

B2 noun ˈæt.rɪ.bjuːts

attributes

атрибуты

Meaning

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

Example

Advanced crops possess beneficial attributes.

Передовые культуры обладают полезными аттрибутами.

C1 noun, verb, adjective /ˈæɡ.rɪ.ɡət/ (noun/adjective), /ˈæɡ.rɪ.ɡeɪt/ (verb)

aggregate

агрегат, совокупность

Meaning

A whole formed by combining several elements; to combine into a total.

Example

The data was aggregated to provide a clearer picture of the market.

Данные были агрегированы для более ясного представления о рынке.

C1 noun /ˌæn.əˈnɪm.ə.ti/

anonymity

анонимность

Meaning

The state of being anonymous; having one's identity kept secret or unknown.

Example

Online anonymity protects users from cyber threats.

Онлайн-анонимность защищает пользователей от киберугроз.

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.

A2 noun əˈpɔɪnt.mənts

appointments

назначения

Meaning

An arrangement to meet someone at a particular time and place; the action of assigning a job or role to someone.

Example

Government appointments follow meritocracy.

Государственные назначения следуют за меритократией.

C2 verb /ˌæpərˈteɪn/

appertain

относиться

Meaning

to relate to or be connected with something

Example

The rules only appertain to members of the club.

Правила касаются только членов клуба.

C1 noun /əˈrɪs.tə.kræt/

Aristocrat

аристократ; человек благородного происхождения

Meaning

a member of the aristocracy; a person of noble rank or birth

Example

The aristocrat lived in a magnificent castle.

Аристократ жил в великолепном замке.

B1 noun /ˈæl.ɪ.ɡeɪ.tər/

Alligator

аллигатор

Meaning

a large reptile similar to a crocodile but with a shorter, wider head

Example

The alligator basked in the sun on the riverbank.

Аллигатор загорал на берегу реки.

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.

C1 noun /ˈæntɪˌdoʊt/

antidote

антидот

Meaning

A substance that neutralizes the effects of a poison; something that relieves or counteracts.

Example

The doctor quickly administered an antidote to the snake venom.

Доктор быстро ввел антидот от яда змеи.

C2 adjective /ˈædɪˌpoʊs/

adipose

жировой

Meaning

Relating to or consisting of animal fat; fatty.

Example

The doctor explained that the tissue was mainly adipose in nature.

Доктор объяснил, что ткань была в основном жировой по своей природе.

C1 verb ɔːɡˈmɛntɪŋ

augmenting

увеличивать

Meaning

Increasing; making something greater in size, number, or degree

Example

Life expectancy is augmenting with advancements in healthcare.

Ожидаемая продолжительность жизни увеличивается с развитием здравоохранения.

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 noun /əˈstrɑː.lə.dʒər/

Astrologer

астролог

Meaning

a person who studies astrology and makes predictions based on the positions of stars and planets

Example

The astrologer predicted good fortune in her future.

Астролог предсказал хорошее будущее.

C1 adjective /ˈɑːtfəl/

Artful

хитрый; искусный; ловкий

Meaning

clever or skillful, especially in a cunning way

Example

She gave an artful answer that avoided the real question.

Она дала хитрый ответ, который избегал настоящего вопроса.

C1 noun /ˈæbsɛs/

abscess

абсцесс

Meaning

A swollen area within body tissue containing pus, usually caused by infection.

Example

The dentist treated the abscess in his tooth.

Стоматолог лечил абсцесс в его зубе.

B1 adjective /ˌælfəˈbɛtɪkəl/

alphabetical

алфавитный

Meaning

Arranged in the order of the letters of the alphabet.

Example

The names were listed in alphabetical order.

Имена были перечислены в алфавитном порядке.

C1 noun /ˌæbəˈrɪdʒəniːz/

aborigines

аборигены

Meaning

The original inhabitants of a land, especially in Australia.

Example

The aborigines have preserved their traditions for thousands of years.

Аборигены сохраняли свои традиции на протяжении тысяч лет.

C2 adverb /əˈbæk/

Aback

ошеломлённый

Meaning

by surprise; unexpectedly

Example

I was taken aback by his sudden announcement.

Я был ошеломлён его внезапным объявлением.

C1 adjective /ˈædʒ.aɪl/

agile

быстрый и гибкий

Meaning

able to move quickly and easily; quick and adaptable in thinking or action

Example

The startup team was agile in responding to market changes.

Стартап-команда была гибкой в ответе на изменения на рынке.

C2 adverb /əˈmʌk/

amok

неуправляемо

Meaning

Behaving uncontrollably and disruptively.

Example

The angry mob ran amok after the verdict was announced.

Разъярённая толпа бегала неуправляемо после того, как было объявлено решение.

B2 adjective /esˈθet.ɪk/

Aesthetic

эстетический

Meaning

Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty.

Example

Good aesthetic design enhances product appeal.

Хороший эстетический дизайн улучшает привлекательность продукта.

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.

C2 noun /ˌæpəˈrɪʃən/

apparition

призрак

Meaning

A ghostly figure or an unusual or unexpected appearance.

Example

The children were frightened by the sudden apparition in the old house.

Дети испугались от внезапного призрака в старом доме.

B2 verb /əbˈzɔːrb/

absorb

впитывать

Meaning

to take in or soak up a liquid, energy, or information

Example

The sponge absorbed all the water.

Губка впитала всю воду.

B1 verb /əˈʃʊr/

assure

уверять

Meaning

to make someone feel certain or confident about something

Example

He assured her that everything would be fine.

Он уверил её, что всё будет хорошо.

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.

C2 noun /ˌeɪd də ˈkæmp/

aide-de-camp

военный офицер, действующий как конфиденциальный помощник старшего офицера

Meaning

A military officer acting as a confidential assistant to a senior officer.

Example

The general was accompanied by his aide-de-camp during the ceremony.

Генерал был сопровожден своим адъютантом на церемонии.

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.

C2 adjective /ˈæstrəl/

astral

Meaning

Relating to the stars or to spiritual, non-physical realms.

Example

Some believe in astral projection, the ability to leave the body and travel spiritually.

A1 verb /əˈɡriː/

agree

согласиться

Meaning

to have the same opinion; to consent; to be in harmony

Example

We all agree that the plan is excellent.

Мы все согласны с тем, что план отличный.

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.

C1 verb /əˈliː.vi.eɪt/

alleviate

смягчать или облегчать

Meaning

To make suffering, deficiency, or a problem less severe; to relieve or ease.

Example

Meditation can alleviate stress and improve focus.

Медитация может облегчить стресс и улучшить концентрацию.

B1 adjective /əˈsoʊsieɪtɪd/

associated

ассоциированный

Meaning

connected or related to something or someone

Example

She is closely associated with environmental movements.

Она тесно связана с экологическими движениями.

C2 adverb /əˈskæns/

askance

с недоверием

Meaning

With suspicion, mistrust, or disapproval.

Example

She looked askance at his unusual proposal.

Она посмотрела на его необычное предложение с недоверием.

B2 adverb /ˈæktɪvli/

actively

активно

Meaning

in a way that involves energetic participation or effort

Example

He is actively involved in community service.

Он активно участвует в общественных работах.

B2 adjective /ˈæfluənt/

affluent

состоятельный

Meaning

having a great deal of money; wealthy

Example

She grew up in an affluent neighborhood.

Она выросла в состоятельном районе.

C1 verb /əˈfɪliˌeɪt/

affiliate

принимать в члены

Meaning

to officially attach or connect (a group or organization) to a larger body

Example

The school is affiliated with the local university.

Школа аффилирована с местным университетом.

C1 noun əˈpreɪ.zəl

appraisal

оценка

Meaning

An assessment or evaluation of performance or quality.

Example

The annual appraisal determines salary increments.

Ежегодная оценка определяет повышение заработной платы.

C1 adjective /ˌeɪpəˈlɪtɪkəl/

apolitical

аполитичный

Meaning

not interested in or not connected with politics

Example

She prefers to stay apolitical and focus on her work.

Она предпочитает оставаться аполитичной и сосредотачиваться на своей работе.

C1 verb /əbˈsteɪn/

abstain

воздерживаться

Meaning

To restrain oneself from indulging in or partaking of something.

Example

People often abstain from digital devices to enhance focus.

Люди часто воздерживаются от использования цифровых устройств, чтобы улучшить концентрацию.

C1 noun /ˈæptɪˌtjuːd/

aptitude

способность

Meaning

a natural ability or talent to do something well

Example

She has a strong aptitude for learning new languages.

У нее есть сильная способность к изучению новых языков.

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.

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.

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.

C2 noun /ˌænɪˈmɒmɪtər/

anemometer

анемометр

Meaning

An instrument used to measure the speed and direction of wind.

Example

The scientist used an anemometer to record the wind speed during the storm.

Учёный использовал анемометр для записи скорости ветра во время шторма.

C1 noun /ˌæntɪˈsiːdənts/

antecedents

предшествующие события

Meaning

previous events, conditions, or people that influence or serve as a basis for something that follows

Example

The lawyer examined the criminal antecedents of the suspect.

Адвокат изучил криминальные предшествующие события подозреваемого.

B1 adjective /ænˈtiːk/

Antique

старинный; ценный;

Meaning

old and valuable; belonging to ancient times

Example

She collected antique furniture from the Victorian era.

Она собирала антикварную мебель викторианской эпохи.

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.

B1 adjective /əkˈsɛptəbəl/

acceptable

приемлемый

Meaning

able to be agreed upon; satisfactory or suitable

Example

Your proposal is acceptable to the committee.

Ваше предложение приемлемо для комитета.

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.

C1 adjective /ænˈtɪriər/

adjudicative body

судебный орган

Meaning

An official organization that has the authority to judge disputes and make decisions.

Example

The adjudicative body deliberated on the case.

Судебный орган принял решение по делу.

C1 noun /ˌævɒ̃ˈɡɑːrd/

avantgarde

авангард

Meaning

people or works that are innovative, experimental, and ahead of their time

Example

The avantgarde of the 20th century reshaped modern art.

Авангард XX века преобразил современное искусство.

C2 noun /ˈæmjʊlət/

Amulet

амулет; талисман

Meaning

an ornament or small piece of jewelry thought to give protection against evil, danger, or disease

Example

She wore a silver amulet around her neck for good luck.

Она носила серебряный амулет на шее на удачу.

C2 noun /ˈæn.oʊd/

anode

положительный электрод

Meaning

The positive electrode in a device such as a battery, where current flows into a polarized electrical device.

Example

The anode of the battery was corroded after long use.

Положительный электрод батареи был поврежден после длительного использования.

C2 noun /ˌæv.oʊˈkeɪ.ʃən/

avocation

увлечение

Meaning

a hobby or minor occupation pursued in addition to one's main work

Example

Painting is his avocation after office hours.

Живопись — его увлечение после рабочего дня.

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.

A2 noun /ˈɛər.laɪn/

airline

авиакомпания

Meaning

A company that provides regular flights for passengers and goods.

Example

The airline announced a discount on international tickets.

Авиакомпания объявила о скидке на международные билеты.

C1 adjective /əˈwɒʃ/

awash

затопленный

Meaning

covered or flooded with water or something in large quantities

Example

The market was awash with cheap imported goods.

Рынок был затоплен дешевыми импортными товарами.

C1 adjective /əˈvɜːrs/

averse

неохотный

Meaning

having a strong dislike of or opposition to something

Example

He was averse to taking unnecessary risks.

Он был неохотен рисковать излишне.

A1 adverb /ɔːlˈredi/

Already

уже; заранее; до этого

Meaning

before now; by this time; previously

Example

I have already finished my homework for today.

Я уже закончил домашку на сегодня.

C2 verb /ˈæktʃueɪt/

actuate

активировать

Meaning

to put into action or motion; to motivate or activate

Example

The engineer actuated the machine with a simple switch.

Инженер активировал машину с помощью простого переключателя.

A2 noun ækt

act

закон

Meaning

A written law passed by a legislative body.

Example

The act was passed in 2023.

Закон был принят в 2023 году.

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.