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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.
B1 verb /ter/

tear

рвать
Meaning
to pull apart or damage by force; to rip
Example
Be careful not to tear the paper.
Будьте осторожны, чтобы не порвать бумагу.
A2 noun /kɑːrˈtuːn/

cartoon

мультсериал
Meaning
a humorous or animated drawing, especially one in newspapers or television
Example
Children love watching cartoons on TV.
Дети любят смотреть мультсериалы по телевизору.
C1 adjective /ˌsaɪkoʊsəˈmætɪk/

psychosomatic

психосоматический
Meaning
Relating to a physical illness or condition caused or aggravated by mental factors such as stress.
Example
Her stomach pain was diagnosed as psychosomatic, linked to stress.
Её боль в животе была диагностирована как психосоматическая, связанная со стрессом.
B2 verb ɪˈrɛktɪŋ

erecting

возводить
Meaning
To build; construct; set up in a vertical position.
Example
The workers were erecting a new building downtown.
Рабочие возводили новое здание в центре города.
B2 noun /kraɪst/

christ

Христос
Meaning
the title given to Jesus, considered the Messiah in Christianity
Example
Christ is central to Christian faith.
Христос является центральной фигурой христианской веры.
B2 adjective /ˌɪnkənˈsɪstənt/

inconsistent

непоследовательный
Meaning
Not staying the same throughout; lacking harmony or regularity.
Example
His answers were inconsistent and confusing.
Его ответы были непоследовательными и запутанными.
B2 noun /feɪz/

Phase

фаза; отдельный этап или стадия в процессе изменений или развития
Meaning
a distinct period or stage in a process of change or development
Example
The project is now in its final phase.
Проект теперь находится на своей последней фазе.
C2 verb, noun /blæb/

blab

болтать; выбалтывать
Meaning
to talk too much or reveal secrets carelessly; excessive or foolish talk
Example
He accidentally blabbed the surprise to everyone.
Он случайно выдал сюрприз всем.
C1 adjective/verb /ˈkɒn.sə.mət/

consummate

завершить или усовершенствовать что-то с большим мастерством
Meaning
To complete or perfect something with great skill
Example
He is a consummate artist with years of experience.
Он - совершенный художник с многолетним опытом.
B1 adjective /rɪˈmɑːrkəbl/

Remarkable

замечательный; исключительный; достойный внимания;
Meaning
worthy of attention; extraordinary; notable;
Example
His recovery from the illness was remarkable.
Его выздоровление от болезни было замечательным.
B1 noun /ɡuːs/

Goose

гусь
Meaning
large waterbird with a long neck and webbed feet
Example
The goose swam gracefully across the pond.
Гусь плавал грациозно через пруд.
C1 noun /plaɪt/

Plight

бедственное положение; трудная ситуация
Meaning
a dangerous, difficult, or unfortunate situation
Example
The refugees were in a desperate plight.
Беженцы находились в отчаянном положении.
C2 noun /ˌɪnədˈvɜːrtəns/

inadvertence

небрежность
Meaning
Failure to pay attention; carelessness.
Example
The error happened through sheer inadvertence.
Ошибка произошла из-за чистой небрежности.
C2 verb /fɔːrˈdʒʌdʒ/

forejudge

судить заранее
Meaning
To judge beforehand without adequate information.
Example
It is unfair to forejudge someone without knowing the facts.
Несправедливо судить кого-то, не зная фактов.
C2 verb /lʌɡ/

lug

Meaning
to carry or drag something heavy or cumbersome with effort
Example
He had to lug the suitcase up three flights of stairs.
B2 verb /swiːp/

sweep

подметать
Meaning
to clean by brushing; to move quickly and smoothly
Example
She sweeps the floor every morning.
Она подметает пол каждое утро.
B2 adverb /ɪmˈpɒlɪtli/

impolitely

невежливо
Meaning
in a rude or discourteous manner; without showing respect or proper manners
Example
He spoke impolitely to the waiter despite the polite service.
Он невежливо говорил с официантом, несмотря на хорошее обслуживание.
C2 noun /ˈpælɪmpsɛst/

palimpsest

палимпсест
Meaning
a manuscript or document that has been written over but still bears traces of earlier writing; something reused or altered but still retaining traces of its earlier form
Example
The ancient manuscript was a palimpsest, showing faint traces of previous texts beneath the new writing.
Древний манускрипт был палимпсестом, показывая слабые следы предыдущих текстов под новым письмом.
A2 adjective /ɡlæd/

Glad

радостный; счастливый; довольный;
Meaning
happy; pleased; delighted;
Example
I am glad to see you after such a long time.
Я рад видеть тебя после такого долгого времени.
C1 adjective /ˌɔːtəˈkrætɪk/

autocratic

автократический
Meaning
Relating to a ruler who has absolute power and does not consult others.
Example
The manager’s autocratic style discouraged employees from sharing their ideas.
Автократичный стиль управления менеджера не поощрял сотрудников делиться своими идеями.
C1 adjective /ˈbleɪtənt/

blatant

очевидный
Meaning
done openly and unashamedly; obvious and offensive
Example
The company's blatant disregard for safety regulations angered the public.
Явное пренебрежение компанией правилами безопасности вызвало гнев общественности.
C1 adjective /ˌɛvərˈlæstɪŋ/

everlasting

вечный
Meaning
Lasting forever or for an indefinitely long time.
Example
The poet wrote about his everlasting love for nature.
Поэт писал о своей вечной любви к природе.
B2 noun /ˈwʊlən dres/

Woolen dress

шерстяное платье
Meaning
a dress made from wool fabric, typically worn in cold weather
Example
She wore a warm woolen dress during the winter months.
Она носила теплое шерстяное платье в зимние месяцы.
B2 noun /ˈaɪkɒn/

icon

икона, символ
Meaning
A person or thing regarded as a symbol of something, or a graphic symbol on a screen.
Example
The singer became a cultural icon.
Певец стал культурной иконой.
C2 adjective /ˌkɒn.tjʊˈmeɪ.ʃəs/

contumacious

неповинующийся, мятежный
Meaning
stubbornly disobedient or rebellious
Example
The contumacious student refused to follow the school rules.
Неповинующийся студент отказался следовать школьным правилам.
B1 preposition /θruːˈaʊt/

throughout

в течение всего
Meaning
in every part of a place or during the whole time of an event
Example
She worked throughout the night.
Она работала всю ночь.
B1 noun /kənˌsɪdəˈreɪʃən/

consideration

счастье
Meaning
careful thought or attention to something before making a decision
Example
After much consideration, she accepted the job offer.
Она не могла скрыть свое счастье, когда получила награду.
B2 noun/verb /ˌbærɪˈkeɪd/

barricade

баррикада
Meaning
a barrier erected to block or defend against movement; to block a passage with obstacles
Example
Protesters built a barricade across the street.
Протестующие построили баррикаду через улицу.
C2 noun /ˌɛksɪˈɡjuːɪti/

exiguity

недостаток
Meaning
the quality of being scanty or meager in amount
Example
The exiguity of resources made the project difficult to complete.
Недостаток ресурсов сделал проект трудным для завершения.
B2 verb /ɪmˈbɛd/

embed

встраивать
Meaning
to fix something firmly into a surrounding mass or context
Example
The journalist was embedded with the military unit.
Журналист был встроен в военное подразделение.
B2 adjective /kənˈtɛntɪd/

contented

удовлетворённый
Meaning
Feeling or expressing happiness and satisfaction.
Example
She was contented with her simple life.
Она была удовлетворена своей простой жизнью.
B2 noun /ˈpɒm.ɪˌɡræn.ɪt/

Pomegranate

Meaning
a round fruit with thick red skin containing many small red seeds with juice
Example
The pomegranate seeds were sweet and refreshing.
B2 verb /soʊ/

sow

сеять
Meaning
to plant seeds in the ground; to scatter seeds for growing
Example
The farmer will sow wheat seeds in the field tomorrow.
Фермер посеет пшеничные семена на поле завтра.
B2 verb /ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnd/

comprehend

понимать
Meaning
to understand or grasp the meaning of something
Example
It is difficult to comprehend the scale of the disaster.
Трудно понять масштаб катастрофы.
B2 adjective /ˈθɔːtfəl/

thoughtful

вдумчивый
Meaning
showing careful consideration or attention
Example
She gave a thoughtful response to every question asked.
Она дала обдуманный ответ на каждый заданный вопрос.
C2 verb /məˈlɪŋɡər/

malinger

симулировать болезнь
Meaning
to exaggerate or fake illness in order to escape duty or work
Example
He tried to malinger to avoid going to school.
Он попытался симулировать болезнь, чтобы избежать посещения школы.
C2 verb /prɪmp/

primp

счастье
Meaning
To spend time making minor adjustments to one's appearance.
Example
She primped in front of the mirror before the party.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
B1 noun ˈɪmpækt

impact

влияние
Meaning
A strong effect or influence; the action of one object coming forcibly into contact with another.
Example
The decision had great impact.
Решение оказало большое влияние.
C2 verb /swɪl/

swill

пить жадно
Meaning
to drink something greedily or in large amounts
Example
He swilled down the beer in seconds.
Он выпил пиво за секунды.
C2 noun /ˈtrɒɡlədaɪt/

troglodyte

пещерный человек
Meaning
A person who lives in a cave or is considered old-fashioned and out of touch.
Example
Some called him a troglodyte for refusing to use modern technology.
Некоторые называли его пещерным человеком за отказ использовать современные технологии.
C1 verb /dɪsˈoʊn/

disown

отрекаться
Meaning
to refuse to acknowledge or accept responsibility for someone or something
Example
He decided to disown his reckless brother.
Он решил отказаться от своего безрассудного брата.
C2 adjective /ˈʌndjʊleɪtɪŋ/

undulating

волнообразный
Meaning
Having a smoothly rising and falling form or motion like waves.
Example
We drove through undulating hills.
Мы ехали через волнистые холмы.
B2 noun /dɪˈrɛktəri/

directory

каталог
Meaning
a book or online resource listing people, businesses, or services with relevant details
Example
I need to find a plumber in the phone directory.
Мне нужно найти сантехника в телефонном каталоге.
C1 verb /ɪkˈskriːt/

excrete

выделять
Meaning
to eliminate waste matter from the body
Example
Humans excrete carbon dioxide through breathing.
Люди выделяют углекислый газ через дыхание.
B2 verb /ɪnˈkwaɪər/

enquire

спрашивать
Meaning
to ask for information about something
Example
He enquired about the train schedule.
Он спросил о расписании поезда.
C2 noun /ˈskɜː.vi/

scurvy

Цинга
Meaning
A disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, leading to weakness, gum disease, and bleeding.
Example
Sailors often suffered from scurvy during long sea voyages without fresh fruits.
Моряки часто страдали от цинги во время долгих морских путешествий без свежих фруктов.
C1 noun /ˈpreɪsiː/

precis

резюме
Meaning
A concise summary of a text or speech.
Example
The student submitted a précis of the long article.
Студент сдал краткое изложение длинной статьи.
B2 noun /ˌɛkskləˈmeɪʃən/

exclamation

восклицание
Meaning
A sudden cry or remark expressing strong emotion or surprise.
Example
She let out an exclamation of joy when she heard the news.
Она выпустила восклицание радости, когда услышала новость.
B1 noun /slaɪd/

Slide

горка
Meaning
a smooth surface for sliding down; a piece of playground equipment
Example
The children enjoyed playing on the slide at the park.
Дети наслаждались игрой на горке в парке.
A2 noun, verb /tʃɪp/

chip

Meaning
A small piece broken off from something; or to cut or break a small piece from something.
Example
He accidentally chipped the edge of the table.
C1 verb /ˈpɒstʃʊleɪt/

postulate

постулировать
Meaning
to suggest or assume that something is true as the basis for reasoning or discussion
Example
Scientists postulate that life exists on other planets.
Учёные постулируют, что жизнь существует на других планетах.
A2 adjective, noun /ˈfeɪvərɪt/

favorite

любимый
Meaning
Preferred over all others; something or someone especially liked.
Example
Chocolate is my favorite ice cream flavor.
Шоколад — мой любимый вкус мороженого.
C1 noun /rɪˈpɔːrtɪʒ/

reportage

репортаж
Meaning
the act of reporting news or describing events in the media
Example
The magazine is known for its detailed reportage of political issues.
Журнал известен своим подробным репортажем о политических вопросах.
C2 noun /ˈtjuːtərʃɪp/

tutorship

наставничество
Meaning
The office or position of a tutor; guidance or instruction given by a tutor.
Example
He thrived under the tutorship of his mentor.
Он преуспел под наставничеством своего ментора.
A2 noun /ˈnefjuː/

nephew

племянник
Meaning
the son of one’s brother or sister
Example
My nephew is studying at the university.
Мой племянник учится в университете.
C1 noun /səˈnɑːtə/

sonata

музыкальная композиция (соната)
Meaning
A musical composition for one or more instruments, typically in several movements.
Example
She performed a beautiful Beethoven sonata on the piano.
Она исполнила прекрасную сонату Бетховена на пианино.
C2 noun /spjuːm/

spume

пена
Meaning
Froth or foam, especially found on waves or liquids.
Example
The waves crashed against the rocks, leaving spume in the air.
Волны разбивались о скалы, оставляя пену в воздухе.
C2 adjective /prɪˈzʌmptɪv/

presumptive

предположительный
Meaning
Based on probability or assumption rather than proof.
Example
She is the presumptive nominee for the party.
Она является предполагаемым кандидатом от партии.
C1 noun /ˈmuːdi.nəs/

moodiness

переменчивость настроения
Meaning
The state of being frequently subject to changes in mood, especially irritability or sadness.
Example
Her moodiness made it difficult to predict how she would react.
Ее переменчивость настроения затрудняла предсказать, как она отреагирует.
A2 verb /tʌtʃ/

touch

прикасаться
Meaning
to put your hand or finger on something; to make physical contact
Example
Please don't touch the wet paint.
Пожалуйста, не трогайте свежую краску.
C2 verb /ʃʌk/

shuck

снимать оболочку
Meaning
To remove the outer covering, such as the husk of corn or shell of shellfish.
Example
She learned how to shuck oysters quickly.
Она научилась быстро открывать устриц.
B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.səl.ɪŋ/

counselling

консультирование
Meaning
the process of giving professional guidance and support to help someone deal with personal, social, psychological, or career-related problems
Example
She decided to seek counselling to manage stress and anxiety.
Она решила пройти консультирование, чтобы справиться со стрессом.
C2 noun /ˈɑːm.lət/

Armlet

повязка на руку
Meaning
a band worn around the upper arm as an ornament
Example
The traditional dancer wore golden armlets that gleamed in the spotlight.
Традиционная танцовщица носила золотые браслеты, которые сверкали в свете прожекторов.
C1 noun /ˈkɒndjuɪt/ or /ˈkɑːnduɪt/

conduit

трубопровод / средство
Meaning
a channel or pipe for conveying water, electricity, or information
Example
The cable was placed inside a protective conduit.
Кабель был помещен в защитный трубопровод.
C1 adjective/adverb /ˌɒfˈhænd/

offhand

без раздумий
Meaning
Without previous thought or preparation; casual and sometimes dismissive.
Example
She gave an offhand reply to his serious question.
Она дала ответ без раздумий на его серьезный вопрос.
C1 adjective /ˌpɛd.əˈɡɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/

pedagogical

педагогический
Meaning
Relating to teaching and education; concerned with the methods and practice of teaching.
Example
The school adopted new pedagogical techniques to improve learning.
Школа приняла новые педагогические методы для улучшения обучения.
B1 noun /ˈædvərˌtaɪzɪŋ/

advertising

реклама
Meaning
the activity of producing advertisements for products or services
Example
The company spends millions on advertising every year.
Компания тратит миллионы на рекламу каждый год.
B1 noun /ˈʃoʊldər/

Shoulder

плечо
Meaning
the part of the body between the neck and the arm
Example
He carried the bag over his shoulder.
Он носил сумку на плече.
B2 noun /ˈɡlæmər/

glamor

очарование
Meaning
An attractive or exciting quality that makes something or someone appealing.
Example
The glamor of city life attracts many young people.
Очарование городской жизни привлекает многих молодых людей.
C1 verb /fret/

fret

беспокоиться
Meaning
to worry or be anxious; to be troubled
Example
Don't fret about the exam results.
Не переживай из-за результатов экзамена.
B2 adjective /ˈflɔː.ləs/

Flawless

совершенный; без дефектов
Meaning
perfect; without any defects or faults; immaculate
Example
Her flawless performance earned her a standing ovation.
Её безупречное выступление принесло ей стоячие аплодисменты.
B1 noun /ˈkɜːr.ənt/

Current

течение
Meaning
a body of water or air moving in a definite direction; present time
Example
The river current was too strong for swimming.
Течение реки было слишком сильным для плавания.
B2 adjective /ˌhaɪ ˈtɛk/

high-tech

высокие технологии
Meaning
using or involving advanced technology.
Example
The company produces high-tech medical devices.
Компания производит медицинские устройства с использованием высоких технологий.
C2 verb /dɪˈfreɪ/

defray

оплачивать расходы
Meaning
to provide money to pay the costs of something
Example
The grant will help defray the cost of education.
Грант поможет покрыть расходы на образование.
C1 verb /ˈsnɪkər/

snicker

смеяться тихо
Meaning
to laugh quietly in a disrespectful or mocking way
Example
The students snickered when the teacher made a mistake.
Студенты смеялись, когда учитель ошибся.
A1 adjective /ˈiːzi/

easy

легкий
Meaning
not difficult; requiring little effort
Example
The exam was surprisingly easy.
Экзамен был удивительно легким.
A1 adjective/adverb /ˈɜːrli/

early

рано
Meaning
before the usual or expected time
Example
She arrived early to the meeting.
Она пришла рано на встречу.
B1 adjective /rɪˈlɪdʒəs/

Religious

религиозный; набожный; духовный; относящийся к религии;
Meaning
relating to or believing in a religion; devout; spiritual;
Example
He comes from a very religious family.
Он из очень религиозной семьи.
B2 adjective /ˈplɛʒərəbl/

pleasurable

приятный, доставляющий удовольствие
Meaning
giving pleasure or enjoyment
Example
Reading a good book is a pleasurable activity.
Чтение хорошей книги - это приятное занятие.
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.
C1 noun ˈpɑː.sɪŋ

parsing

анализ структуры предложения
Meaning
The process of analyzing sentence structure to understand grammatical relationships.
Example
The AI model performs parsing to understand syntax.
Модель ИИ выполняет парсинг для понимания синтаксиса.
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.
C1 noun /ˌpɒməˈdɔːrəʊ/

pomodoro

помодоро
Meaning
A time management technique that uses a timer to break down work into intervals.
Example
The Pomodoro technique improves productivity.
Техника Помодоро улучшает производительность.
C1 verb /kɜːrˈteɪl/

curtail

сокращать
Meaning
to reduce or limit something, especially something considered undesirable
Example
The company had to curtail its spending due to budget cuts.
Компания была вынуждена сократить свои расходы из-за сокращения бюджета.
B2 verb /sɪp/

sip

попивать
Meaning
to drink in small quantities; to taste carefully
Example
She sipped her tea slowly while reading the newspaper.
Она медленно попивала чай, читая газету.
B2 noun, verb /ˈhɑːrbər/

harbor

Meaning
noun: a place on the coast where ships may find shelter; verb: to keep (a thought or feeling, often negative) in one's mind
Example
He continued to harbor resentment towards his former boss.
C1 noun ˈtɑksɪk ɪˈmɪʃənz

toxic emissions

токсичные выбросы
Meaning
Harmful or poisonous substances released into the environment, especially the atmosphere.
Example
Toxic emissions from vehicles pollute the atmosphere.
Токсичные выбросы от автомобилей загрязняют атмосферу.
C1 verb /ˌdɪskənˈsɜːrt/

disconcert

смущать
Meaning
To unsettle, confuse, or disturb the composure of someone.
Example
The sudden change of plans disconcerted the team.
Внезапное изменение планов дезориентировало команду.
C1 adjective /ænˈtɪriər/

anterior

передний
Meaning
Situated at or toward the front; coming before in position or time.
Example
The anterior part of the brain controls logical thinking.
Передняя часть мозга контролирует логическое мышление.
B1 noun /ˈbeɪsɪs/

basis

основа
Meaning
the underlying support or foundation for an idea, argument, or process
Example
Trust is the basis of any strong relationship.
Доверие - основа любых сильных отношений.
C2 noun /ˈklæpər/

clapper

металлическая деталь внутри колокола, которая ударяет по нему, чтобы издать звук
Meaning
The free-swinging metal piece inside a bell that strikes it to produce sound.
Example
The clapper inside the bell was broken.
Металлическая деталь внутри колокола была сломана.
C2 noun /ˈbɛvi/

bevy

стая, группа
Meaning
A large group of people or things of a particular kind.
Example
A bevy of swans floated on the lake.
Стая лебедей плавала на озере.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈhɜːd/

Unheard

неуслышанный; неизвестный
Meaning
not heard or listened to; not given a hearing; unknown or unfamiliar
Example
His complaints went unheard by the management.
Его жалобы остались неуслышанными руководством.
C2 adjective /ˌmɛtəˈlɜrdʒɪkəl/

metallurgical

металлургический
Meaning
Relating to metallurgy or the branch of science concerned with the properties of metals and their production.
Example
He studied metallurgical engineering at the university.
Он изучал металлургическую инженерию в университете.
A2 adjective /ˈdɪdʒ.ɪ.təl/

digital

цифровой
Meaning
Relating to, using, or storing data or information in the form of digital signals; involving or relating to the use of computer technology.
Example
The world is shifting towards a digital economy.
Мир движется в сторону цифровой экономики.
C1 noun /tɒŋ/

tong

щипцы
Meaning
a tool with two movable arms used to pick up and hold objects
Example
He used the tong to pick up the hot coal.
Он использовал щипцы, чтобы поднять горячий уголь.
C2 noun /ˌhjuː.mɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

humification

гумификация
Meaning
The process of organic matter decomposition to form humus in soil.
Example
Humification enhances soil structure and fertility.
Гумификация улучшает структуру и плодородие почвы.
C1 noun /ˈvenəm/

Venom

яд
Meaning
a poisonous substance secreted by animals such as snakes; extreme malice and bitterness
Example
The snake's venom can be deadly if not treated quickly.
Яд змеи может быть смертельным, если его не лечить быстро.
B2 noun ˈnɒv.əl.ti

novelty

новизна
Meaning
The quality of being new, original, or unusual; a new or unfamiliar thing or experience.
Example
The novelty of the invention attracted investors.
Новизна изобретения привлекла инвесторов.
C2 adjective /ˈɪkθiɪk/

ichthyic

ихтиический
Meaning
Relating to or resembling fish.
Example
The artist's painting had an ichthyic quality.
Картина художника имела ихтиковое качество.
B2 noun /ˈbev.ər.ɪdʒ/

Beverage

напиток
Meaning
a drink, especially one other than water
Example
Would you like a hot or cold beverage with your meal?
Хотите ли вы горячий или холодный напиток с вашим приемом пищи?
A2 noun /ˈdʌzən/

dozen

дюжина
Meaning
a group of twelve
Example
She bought a dozen eggs from the market.
Она купила дюжину яиц на рынке.
A2 verb /dɪˈpend/

depend

зависеть
Meaning
to rely on someone or something for support
Example
Children depend on their parents for care.
Дети зависят от своих родителей для ухода.
C2 noun /ˈkeɪ.nə.naɪt/

canaanite

кананитянин
Meaning
a member of a people who lived in the ancient land of Canaan in the Middle East
Example
The Canaanites were known for their advanced trade networks.
Кананейцы были известны своими передовыми торговыми сетями.
C1 noun ˈlaɪv.li.hʊd

livelihood

средства к существованию
Meaning
A means of securing the necessities of life; a way of making a living.
Example
Fishing is the primary livelihood of coastal communities.
Рыболовство — основной источник средств к существованию прибрежных сообществ.
C1 noun /ɒpˈtɒmətri/

optometry

оптометрия
Meaning
The practice or profession of examining the eyes and prescribing corrective lenses.
Example
She studied optometry at the university to become an eye specialist.
Она изучала оптометрию в университете, чтобы стать специалистом по глазам.
C2 adjective /ˈmɪnsɪŋ/

mincing

изысканный
Meaning
affectedly delicate, dainty, or refined in manner or movement
Example
He walked with mincing steps across the stage.
Он шел с изысканными шагами по сцене.
C1 noun /ɪˌluːmɪˈneɪʃən/

illumination

Meaning
the act of lighting something or making something clear
Example
The street was filled with bright illumination from the lamps.
C2 noun /ˈæl.ɪ.mənt/

aliment

пища
Meaning
food or nourishment that sustains life
Example
Fruits and vegetables are important aliments for a healthy body.
Фрукты и овощи - важные продукты для здорового тела.
C1 noun, verb /kriːs/

crease

складка, морщина
Meaning
a line or fold produced on paper, cloth, or other material; to make a fold or wrinkle
Example
She ironed the shirt carefully to remove every crease.
Она аккуратно прогладила рубашку, чтобы удалить каждую складку.
B1 noun/verb /ˈkɒmplɪmənt/

compliment

комплимент
Meaning
a polite expression of praise or admiration; to politely praise someone
Example
She complimented him on his excellent presentation.
Она сделала ему комплимент за его отличную презентацию.
B2 adjective, adverb /ˈlɒŋ taɪm/

long-time

долгосрочный
Meaning
lasting or existing for a long period of time; having continued for many years
Example
She is a long-time friend of my family.
Она давний друг моей семьи.
C2 noun /ˈbroʊmaɪd/

bromide

банальная идея
Meaning
A trite or unoriginal idea or remark; also a chemical compound of bromine.
Example
His speech was full of old bromides about hard work.
Его речь была полна старых банальных идей о тяжелом труде.
C1 noun /ˈziːnɪθ/

zenith

зенит
Meaning
The time at which something is most powerful or successful; the highest point.
Example
Her career reached its zenith in the late 1990s.
Её карьера достигла зенита в конце 1990-х годов.
B2 noun ɪˈlɪtərəsi

illiteracy

неграмотность
Meaning
The inability to read and write; lack of education or knowledge in a particular area.
Example
Illiteracy often leads to poverty and unemployment.
Неграмотность часто ведет к бедности и безработице.
B2 noun /məˈstɑːʃ/

Moustache

усики
Meaning
hair that grows on the upper lip of men
Example
He grew a thick moustache for the play.
Он отрастил густые усы для пьесы.
C1 noun /ˌmiːtiəˈrɒlədʒi/

meteorology

метеорология
Meaning
The scientific study of the atmosphere and weather.
Example
He chose to specialize in meteorology to study weather patterns.
Он выбрал специализацию по метеорологии, чтобы изучать погодные модели.
C1 noun /ˌmæn.ɪ.fɛsˈteɪ.ʃən/

manifestation

манифестация
Meaning
A visible form or expression of an idea, concept, or feeling; the action of displaying or showing.
Example
His generosity was a manifestation of his kind nature.
Его щедрость была манифестацией его доброй натуры.
C1 adjective /dɪsˈdʒɔɪntɪd/

disjointed

беспорядочный
Meaning
Lacking order, coherence, or connection; disconnected.
Example
The movie felt disjointed and hard to follow.
Фильм показался беспорядочным и трудным для восприятия.
B2 noun /sɜːˈveɪ.ləns/

surveillance

наблюдение
Meaning
Close observation, especially of a suspected spy or criminal; continuous watching of a place, person, or situation.
Example
Government agencies conduct surveillance on cyber threats.
Государственные агентства проводят наблюдение за киберугрозами.