C2 noun əˌten.juˈeɪ.ʃən

attenuation

ослабление, уменьшение, сокращение

Meaning

The reduction of the force, effect, or value of something.

Example

The attenuation of sound waves affects communication.

Атенюация звуковых волн влияет на коммуникацию.

C2 adjective /ˌæpəˈplɛktɪk/

apoplectic

апоплектический

Meaning

Extremely angry; furious.

Example

He was apoplectic when he heard about the unfair decision.

Он был апоплектичным, когда услышал об этом несправедливом решении.

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.

C1 noun ˌæp.əˈreɪ.təs

apparatus

аппарат

Meaning

The technical equipment or machinery needed for a particular activity or purpose.

Example

The apparatus was designed to be eco-friendly.

Аппарат был разработан с учётом экологичности.

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.

A2 adjective /əˈsliːp/

asleep

спящий

Meaning

in a state of sleep

Example

The baby is fast asleep.

Малыш крепко спит.

C2 noun /əˈbluːʃən/

ablution

омовение

Meaning

the act of washing oneself, often for religious purposes

Example

He performed his morning ablution before the prayer.

Он совершил утреннюю омовение перед молитвой.

B1 noun /ˈætɪˌtjuːd/

attitude

Meaning

A settled way of thinking or feeling about someone or something, often reflected in behavior.

Example

Her positive attitude helped her overcome many challenges.

C2 adjective/adverb /ˌæ.prəˈpoʊ/

apropos

уместный

Meaning

Appropriate to the situation; relevant. As an adverb, it means 'with reference to' or 'regarding'.

Example

His comments were not apropos of the discussion.

Его комментарии не были уместными для обсуждения.

C2 noun ˌæm.ɔː.tɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

amortization

амортизация

Meaning

The process of paying off debt with regular payments over time.

Example

The amortization schedule showed a 10-year repayment plan.

График амортизации показал план погашения на 10 лет.

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.

C2 adjective əˈdrɔɪt

adroit

ловкий, искусный, умелый

Meaning

clever or skillful in using the hands or mind.

Example

She is adroit at solving complex problems.

Она ловка в решении сложных проблем.

B1 noun /əˈtrækʃən/

Attraction

аттракция; сила притяжения;

Meaning

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

Example

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

Музей — это основная аттракция для туристов в этом городе.

A2 adverb /əˈkrɒs/

Across

через

Meaning

from one side to the other side of something; in every part of a place

Example

The bridge stretches across the river.

Мост простирается через реку.

A2 noun /ˈæk.tər/

Actor

актёр

Meaning

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

Example

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

Знаменитый актёр выиграл награду за свою работу в новом фильме.

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.

C1 noun /əˈsɛnʃən/

ascension

вознесение

Meaning

The act of rising or going up, often to an important position or a higher place.

Example

His rapid ascension in the company surprised everyone.

Его быстрый подъем в компании удивил всех.

A2 verb /əˈplaɪ/

apply

подать заявление / применять

Meaning

to make a formal request for something; to put into practice

Example

He decided to apply for the scholarship.

Он решил подать заявку на стипендию.

C1 adjective /ˌæl.ɡəˈrɪð.mɪk/

algorithmic

основанный на алгоритмах

Meaning

Based on or using algorithms; relating to mathematical rules or procedures.

Example

Algorithmic processes power artificial intelligence systems.

Алгоритмические процессы управляют системами искусственного интеллекта.

B2 noun /eɪk/

Ache

боль

Meaning

a continuous or prolonged dull pain in a part of one's body

Example

He had a terrible headache after working late.

У него была ужасная головная боль после работы допоздна.

C2 noun /ˌænəlˈdʒiːziə/

analgesia

анальгезия

Meaning

The inability to feel pain while still conscious.

Example

The doctor induced analgesia before performing the procedure.

Врач вызвал анальгезию перед проведением процедуры.

C1 noun /ænˈθɒlədʒi/

anthology

антология

Meaning

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

Example

She contributed a poem to the new poetry anthology.

Она внесла стихотворение в новую поэтическую антологию.

B2 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 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.

C2 verb /ˈæntɪkweɪt/

antiquate

устаревать

Meaning

To make something old-fashioned or obsolete.

Example

The rise of digital cameras antiquated traditional film photography.

Восход цифровых камер устарел традиционную пленочную фотографию.

B1 noun /ˈɔː.θər/

Author

автор

Meaning

a person who writes books, articles, or other written work

Example

The author spent three years writing her bestselling novel.

Автор потратил три года на написание своего бестселлера.

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.

C2 noun /əˈpɜːrtənəns/

appurtenance

дополнение / аксессуар

Meaning

an accessory or supplementary part of something

Example

The garage is an appurtenance of the main house.

Гараж - это дополнение главного дома.

C2 noun /əˈpɒθəˌkɛri/

apothecary

аптекарь

Meaning

A historical term for a person who prepared and sold medicines and drugs.

Example

The village apothecary provided remedies for many common illnesses.

Сельский аптекарь предоставлял лекарства от многих распространенных болезней.

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 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.

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 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.

C2 verb /æbˈdʒʊər/

abjure

отказаться

Meaning

to formally renounce or give up a belief, cause, or claim

Example

He abjured his allegiance to the old regime.

Он отказался от своей верности старому режиму.

C2 verb /əˈvɜːr/

aver

утверждать

Meaning

to state or assert something confidently and strongly

Example

She averred that she was innocent.

Она утверждала, что была невиновна.

B1 noun /ˈær.əb/

arab

Meaning

a person belonging to the Semitic people of the Middle East and North Africa

Example

He is an Arab living in Dubai.

B1 noun /əˈkaʊnt/

Account

счёт

Meaning

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

Example

She opened a savings account at the bank.

Она открыла сберегательный счёт в банке.

B1 adverb /ˈɑːf.tə.wərdz/

Afterwards

позже; затем; после

Meaning

at a later time; after an event or time that has already been mentioned

Example

We had dinner and afterwards we watched a movie.

Мы поужинали, а потом посмотрели фильм.

C2 adjective /əˈkjuː.zəˌtɔːr.i/

accusatory

обвиняющий

Meaning

Suggesting blame or indicating someone has done wrong.

Example

He gave her an accusatory glance.

Он бросил на неё обвиняющий взгляд.

B2 adjective /əkˈsel.ə.reɪ.tɪd/

accelerated

ускоренный

Meaning

Happening or developing faster than usual.

Example

The project progressed at an accelerated pace.

Проект продвигался с ускоренным темпом.

A2 noun /ˈɔːdiəns/

audience

аудитория

Meaning

A group of people who gather to watch, listen to, or experience a performance, event, or broadcast.

Example

The audience clapped loudly after the performance.

Аудитория громко аплодировала после выступления.

C2 adjective /ænˈdrɒdʒɪnəs/

androgynous

андрогинный

Meaning

Having both male and female characteristics; not clearly masculine or feminine.

Example

The fashion show featured models with an androgynous look.

Модное шоу представило моделей с андрогинным внешним видом.

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.

C2 adjective /əˈkɪliən/

achillean

ахиллесовский

Meaning

like or characteristic of Achilles; strong but vulnerable

Example

His achillean pride made him blind to danger.

Его ахиллесовская гордость сделала его слепым к опасности.

B1 noun /ˈeɪ.dʒən.si/

Agency

агентство; офис агента

Meaning

a business or organization that provides a particular service

Example

She works for a travel agency downtown.

Она работает в туристическом агентстве в центре города.

C1 noun /ˌænəlˈdʒiːzɪk/

analgesic

обезболивающее средство

Meaning

A drug or substance that relieves pain.

Example

She took an analgesic to ease her headache.

Она приняла обезболивающее средство, чтобы облегчить головную боль.

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 verb /əˈpɔːl/

appall

ошеломить

Meaning

To shock or horrify someone with something unpleasant or bad.

Example

The cruelty of the crime appalled the entire community.

Жестокость преступления ошеломила все сообщество.

C2 noun /ˈɑːrbər/

arbor

тенистое укрытие в саду, образованное деревьями или вьющимися растениями

Meaning

a shady garden shelter formed by trees, climbing plants, or latticework

Example

They rested under the arbor covered with roses.

Они отдыхали под арбором, покрытым розами.

C2 noun /ˌæŋɡləˈfoʊbiə/

anglophobia

англофобия

Meaning

Dislike or fear of England, English people, or English culture.

Example

The politician was accused of promoting Anglophobia in his speeches.

Политика обвиняли в пропаганде англофобии в его речах.

B2 noun əˌkjuː.mjəˈleɪ.ʃən

accumulation

накопление

Meaning

The gradual gathering or collecting of something over time.

Example

The accumulation of dust affects appliance efficiency.

Накопление пыли влияет на эффективность бытовой техники.

C1 noun /ˌæntiˈklaɪmæks/

anticlimax

анти-климакс

Meaning

A disappointing end after a big build-up of excitement or expectation.

Example

The movie's ending was an anticlimax after such a thrilling story.

Конец фильма был анти-климаксом после такой захватывающей истории.

A2 noun /ˈæŋ.ɡər/

Anger

гнев

Meaning

a strong feeling of annoyance, displeasure, or hostility

Example

His anger was evident when he slammed the door.

Его гнев был очевиден, когда он хлопнул дверью.

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.

C1 noun /ˌædməˈnɪʃən/

admonition

предупреждение

Meaning

a firm warning or reprimand; gentle or earnest advice

Example

He received an admonition for his careless work.

Он получил предупреждение за свою небрежную работу.

B2 noun /əˈlaʊəns/

Allowance

пособие

Meaning

a sum of money paid regularly to a person; permission to do something

Example

Children receive a weekly allowance for helping with chores.

Дети получают еженедельное пособие за помощь по дому.

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.

B2 noun /ˈæli/

alley

переулок

Meaning

a narrow passageway between or behind buildings

Example

They walked through a dark alley to reach the main road.

Они прошли через темный переулок, чтобы добраться до главной улицы.

B1 adverb /ˌɔːtəˈmætɪkli/

automatically

автоматически

Meaning

without human control or intervention; done by itself

Example

The door closes automatically after you enter.

Дверь закрывается автоматически после того, как вы входите.

C2 noun /ˌæbsəˈluːʃən/

absolution

опрощение

Meaning

formal release from guilt, obligation, or punishment

Example

The priest granted him absolution for his sins.

Священник даровал ему прощение за его грехи.

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.

A1 adverb /əˈweɪ/

Away

далеко

Meaning

to or at a distance; not present; absent

Example

He walked away from the noisy crowd.

Он отошел от шумной толпы.

C1 noun, adjective /ˌæntiˈsɛptɪk/

antiseptic

антисептик; антисептический

Meaning

A substance that prevents the growth of disease-causing microorganisms; clean and free from germs.

Example

The nurse applied an antiseptic to the wound.

Медсестра обработала рану антисептиком.

C1 noun /ˈɑːr.sən.əl/

arsenal

арсенал

Meaning

A collection or storage place for weapons and military equipment.

Example

The army kept its weapons in a secure arsenal.

Армия хранила свое оружие в безопасном арсенале.

C1 noun /ˈælkoʊv/

alcove

ниша

Meaning

A small recessed section of a room or a nook.

Example

She placed a reading chair in the alcove near the window.

Она поставила кресло для чтения в нише возле окна.

A2 adverb /əˈpɑːrt/

Apart

отдельно; далеко друг от друга; на куски

Meaning

separately; away from each other; in pieces

Example

The two buildings are far apart from each other.

Два здания находятся далеко друг от друга.

A2 verb /ˈɑːrɡjuː/

argue

спорить

Meaning

to have a disagreement; to present reasons for or against

Example

They often argue about politics.

Они часто спорят о политике.

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 /əˈsɜːrt/

assert

утверждать

Meaning

to state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully; to insist upon rights or claims

Example

She decided to assert her authority in the meeting.

она решила утвердить свою власть на собрании.

C2 noun /ˈæltruɪst/

altruist

альтруист

Meaning

a person who has an unselfish concern for the welfare of others

Example

He is an altruist who always puts others' needs before his own.

Он альтруист, который всегда ставит потребности других выше своих собственных.

C2 adjective, adverb /əˈbʌvˌbɔːrd/

aboveboard

Честно и открыто

Meaning

Open and honest; without deception or trickery.

Example

The business deal was completely aboveboard.

Деловая сделка была полностью честной и открытой.

C2 noun /ˈædʒ.ə.tənt/

Adjutant

адьютант-стерх

Meaning

a large water bird with long legs and neck, also known as adjutant stork

Example

The adjutant stork stood motionless in the shallow water.

Адьютант-стерх стоял неподвижно в мелкой воде.

B1 verb /əˈdɒpt/

adopt

усыновить

Meaning

To take something as your own, such as a child, idea, or method.

Example

They decided to adopt a child from the orphanage.

Они решили усыновить ребенка из детского дома.

C1 noun /əˈsem.bli ˈseʃ.ən/

assembly session

сессия собрания

Meaning

A formal meeting where representatives gather to discuss and make decisions on important matters.

Example

The assembly session discussed global challenges.

Сессия собрания обсудила глобальные вызовы.

A2 verb /əˈtækt/

attacked

атаковал

Meaning

physically or verbally assaulted someone or something; launched an aggressive action against a target

Example

The soldiers attacked the enemy at dawn.

Солдаты атаковали врага на рассвете.

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.

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.

C2 noun /əˈbrɪdʒmənt/

abridgment

сокращение

Meaning

A shortened version of a larger work, such as a book or speech.

Example

The publisher released an abridgment of the lengthy novel for students.

Издатель выпустил сокращенную версию длинного романа для студентов.

C1 adjective /æbˈdɑː.mə.nəl/

abdominal

абдоминальный

Meaning

relating to the abdomen (the part of the body between the chest and pelvis)

Example

He complained of severe abdominal pain.

Он жаловался на сильную боль в животе.

C2 noun /əˌpɒθiˈoʊsɪs/

apotheosis

апофеоз, вершина

Meaning

The highest point of development; the perfect example of something; the elevation of someone to divine status.

Example

Many see the Renaissance as the apotheosis of art and culture in Europe.

Многие считают Ренессанс апофеозом искусства и культуры в Европе.

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.

B1 noun /aɪl/

aisle

проход

Meaning

a passage between rows of seats or shelves

Example

She walked down the aisle to find her seat.

Она шла по проходу, чтобы найти свое место.

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, verb /ˈævəlæntʃ/

avalanche

Meaning

(noun) a mass of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountainside; a sudden overwhelming quantity; (verb) to descend like an avalanche

Example

The avalanche buried the mountain road under tons of snow.

C1 verb /əˈsɪm.ɪ.leɪt/

assimilate

полностью воспринимать и понимать; впитывать и интегрировать в знания или культуру

Meaning

To take in and understand fully; to absorb and integrate into one's knowledge or culture.

Example

Immigrants often struggle to assimilate into a new culture.

Иммигранты часто сталкиваются с трудностями в адаптации к новой культуре.

C2 adjective /ˈæməˌtɔːri/

amatory

связанный с любовью

Meaning

Relating to or expressing sexual love.

Example

The poet’s verses were filled with amatory themes.

Стихи поэта были наполнены любовными темами.

C2 noun /əˈklɪvɪti/

acclivity

восходящий склон

Meaning

An upward slope or incline on the ground.

Example

The hikers struggled as they climbed the steep acclivity.

Путешественники боролись, поднимаясь по крутой восходящей склону.

B2 noun /əˈstrɒlədʒi/

astrology

астрология

Meaning

the study of the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs

Example

She studied astrology to understand her future.

Она изучала астрологию, чтобы понять свое будущее.

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.

C1 adjective /ɔːlˈmaɪ.ti/

Almighty

всемогущий

Meaning

having unlimited power; omnipotent

Example

The almighty storm destroyed everything in its path.

Могущественный шторм уничтожил все на своем пути.

A1 noun /ˈɛərpleɪn/

airplane

самолет

Meaning

a powered flying vehicle with fixed wings and engines

Example

The airplane took off smoothly from the runway.

Самолет взлетел плавно с взлетной полосы.

C2 adjective /əˈɡɒɡ/

agog

взволнованный

Meaning

Highly excited by eagerness, curiosity, or anticipation.

Example

The children were agog with excitement as they waited for the magician to appear.

Дети были взволнованы предвкушением, когда ждали появления фокусника.

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.

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.

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 noun /ɔːˈtɒkrəsi/

autocracy

автократия

Meaning

A system of government in which one person has absolute power.

Example

The country suffered under decades of autocracy.

Страна страдала от десятилетий автократии.

C2 adjective, noun /ˈænθrəpɔɪd/

anthropoid

антропоид

Meaning

Resembling a human being in form; a primate such as apes and monkeys.

Example

The gorilla is considered an anthropoid ape.

Горилла считается антропоидным обезьяной.

C2 adjective /ˌæntɪˈθɛtɪkəl/

antithetical

антипетический

Meaning

Directly opposed or contrasted; mutually incompatible.

Example

His views were antithetical to the values of the organization.

Его взгляды были антипетическими по отношению к ценностям организации.

B2 noun /əkˈnɒlɪdʒmənt/

acknowledgment

признание

Meaning

the act of accepting, admitting, or recognizing something

Example

He received an acknowledgment of his application.

Он получил признание за свою заявку.

A1 noun /ɑːrt/

art

искусство

Meaning

the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination

Example

She studied art at the university.

Она изучала искусство в университете.

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 noun /əkˈnɒlɪdʒmənt/

acknowledgement

признание

Meaning

the act of recognizing or accepting something as true or valid; an expression of gratitude or recognition

Example

She received an acknowledgement for her contribution to the project.

Она получила признание за свой вклад в проект.

C2 adjective /ˌæp.rɪˈhen.sə.bəl/

Apprehensible

понятный

Meaning

able to be understood or grasped; comprehensible

Example

The complex theory became apprehensible after the professor's explanation.

Сложная теория стала понятной после объяснения профессора.

C1 noun /ˈælkəmi/

alchemy

алхимия

Meaning

A medieval practice combining elements of chemistry and philosophy, aimed at transforming matter, especially turning base metals into gold.

Example

Medieval scientists devoted their lives to alchemy.

Средневековые ученые посвятили свою жизнь алхимии.

B2 noun /ˈæplɪkənt/

applicant

кандидат

Meaning

a person who applies for something, such as a job or a position

Example

The applicant was interviewed for the position.

Кандидат был интервьюирован для этой позиции.

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 adjective /ænˈtɪriər/

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.

B1 noun /ədˈmɪʃ.ən/

Admission

допуск; принятие

Meaning

the process of entering or being allowed to enter a school or organization; accepting that something is true

Example

She gained admission to Harvard University.

Она получила допуск в Университет Гарварда.

C2 noun /ˈɪəri/ or /ˈɛəri/

aery

гнездо орла

Meaning

An eagle’s nest, or a lofty, airy dwelling.

Example

The eagle perched proudly near its aery high on the cliff.

Орел гордо сидел рядом с его гнездом высоко на скале.

A1 adverb /əˈɡen/

Again

снова

Meaning

once more; another time; in addition

Example

I need to read this book again to understand it better.

Мне нужно прочитать эту книгу снова, чтобы понять ее лучше.

C2 noun /ˈæntɪkwɛri/

antiquary

антиквар

Meaning

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

Example

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

Антиквар потратил годы на сбор редких манускриптов из средневекового периода.

B2 adjective /əˈbrʌpt/

abrupt

резкий

Meaning

Sudden or unexpected, often without warning.

Example

The car came to an abrupt stop in the middle of the road.

Машина резко остановилась в середине дороги.

C1 adjective /ˈɔː.də.bəl/

Audible

слышимый

Meaning

able to be heard; loud enough to hear

Example

The speaker's voice was barely audible from the back of the large hall.

Голос спикера едва был слышен с задней части большого зала.

C1 noun /əˈsæsɪn/

Assassin

убийца

Meaning

a person who murders an important person for political or religious reasons

Example

The president was protected from potential assassins by security guards.

Президент был защищён от возможных убийц охраной.

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 verb /əˈtjuːn/

attune

настраивать

Meaning

to make someone or something aware of or responsive to something; to adjust or harmonize

Example

She quickly attuned herself to the needs of her new team.

Она быстро настроилась на потребности своей новой команды.

A1 preposition, adverb /əˈlɔːŋ/

along

вдоль

Meaning

moving in a constant direction on (a road, path, or surface)

Example

We walked along the river.

Мы шли вдоль реки.

C1 noun /ˌæntɪˈsiːdənt/

antecedent

предшественник

Meaning

something that came before; a previous event, condition, or cause

Example

The cultural antecedents of this festival go back centuries.

Культурные предшественники этого праздника уходят корнями в века.

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.

B2 noun /ˌæk.jʊˈzeɪ.ʃən/

accusation

обвинение

Meaning

A statement that someone has done something wrong or illegal.

Example

She made an accusation of theft against her colleague.

Она сделала обвинение в краже против своего коллеги.