B2 noun /broʊtʃ/

brooch

Meaning

a decorative jewelry pin that is attached to clothing

Example

She wore a beautiful silver brooch on her jacket.

A2 verb /haɪd/

hide

прятать

Meaning

to put or keep out of sight; to conceal from view

Example

Children like to hide during games.

Дети любят прятаться во время игр.

B1 adverb /ˈpɑrtli/

Partly

частично; отчасти;

Meaning

to some extent; not completely; in part

Example

The weather was partly cloudy today.

Погода была частично облачной сегодня.

A1 noun /tʃaɪld/

child

ребёнок

Meaning

a young human being below the age of puberty or below the legal age of majority

Example

The child played happily in the park.

Ребёнок играл радостно в парке.

A1 noun /ˈsekənd/

second

секунда; второе место

Meaning

a unit of time equal to one sixtieth of a minute; also the position after first

Example

He finished the race in second place.

Он занял второе место в гонке.

C1 verb /blæntʃ/

blanch

побледнеть

Meaning

to turn pale from shock, fear, or to briefly boil food to remove skin or prepare it

Example

She blanched at the sight of blood.

Она побледнела, увидев кровь.

C2 noun /ˌɡlæd.iˈoʊ.ləs/

Gladiolus

гладиолус

Meaning

A tall flowering plant with sword-shaped leaves and colorful spike-like flower clusters, popular in gardens and floral arrangements

Example

The gladiolus stood tall and elegant in the flower bed.

Гладиолус стоял высоким и элегантным в цветнике.

C1 verb /ɪˈnʌnsieɪt/

enunciate

произносить чётко

Meaning

to pronounce words clearly; to express an idea clearly

Example

The teacher asked him to enunciate each word.

Учитель попросил его чётко произнести каждое слово.

A1 verb /hoʊp/

hope

надеяться

Meaning

to expect and desire that something will happen

Example

I hope it doesn't rain tomorrow.

Я надеюсь, что завтра не будет дождя.

C1 adjective /raɪf/

rife

распространённый

Meaning

widespread or common, often in a negative sense

Example

Corruption was rife in the old government system.

Коррупция была распространена в старой системе правительства.

B1 noun /ˌkjʊr.iˈɑs.ɪ.ti/

Curiosity

любопытство; необычный или интересный объект или факт

Meaning

a strong desire to know or learn something; an unusual or interesting object or fact

Example

Her curiosity about different cultures led her to travel around the world.

Ее любопытство к различным культурам побудило ее путешествовать по всему миру.

B2 adverb /ˈfɜ:rst hænd/

First-hand

из первых уст; напрямую

Meaning

directly experienced or obtained; from the original source

Example

I experienced the earthquake first-hand.

Я пережил землетрясение из первых уст.

B1 noun /ˈdɪstrɪkt/

district

район

Meaning

a specific area of a country, city, or town, often with official boundaries

Example

She lives in the northern district of the city.

Она живет в северном районе города.

B2 noun/verb /ˌoʊvərˈlæp/

overlap

пересечение

Meaning

To extend over and cover partly; an area where things coincide.

Example

The two meetings overlap by an hour.

Две встречи перекрываются на час.

B2 noun /ˈem.ər.əld/

Emerald

изумруд

Meaning

a bright green precious stone used in jewelry

Example

The emerald necklace sparkled in the sunlight.

Изумрудное ожерелье сверкало на солнце.

C1 noun /ˈɑː.kɪ.taɪp/

archetype

архетип, образец

Meaning

A very typical example of a certain person or thing; an original model or prototype.

Example

This painting is the archetype of modern art.

Эта картина является архетипом современного искусства.

B2 noun /rɪˈsɛs/

recess

перерыв

Meaning

A short break from work or school; also a small space set back in a wall.

Example

The children played outside during recess.

Дети играли на улице во время перерыва.

C2 noun /ˌdeɪnuːˈmɒ̃/

denouement

развязка

Meaning

The final resolution or conclusion of a story, drama, or complicated situation.

Example

The novel's denouement was both surprising and satisfying.

Развязка романа была как удивительной, так и удовлетворительной.

B2 noun ɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si

efficiency

эффективность

Meaning

The state or quality of being efficient; achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.

Example

Efficiency in communication is crucial for businesses.

Эффективность в коммуникации имеет решающее значение для бизнеса.

C2 noun /dɪsˈjuːnjən/

disunion

раскол

Meaning

the state of being separated or not united

Example

Civil wars often result from national disunion.

Гражданские войны часто происходят из-за национального раскола.

C2 noun /fɔːn/

faun

фаун (мифическое существо)

Meaning

a mythological creature that is half human and half goat

Example

The sculpture depicted a playful faun dancing in the forest.

Скульптура изображала игривого фауна, танцующего в лесу.

C1 adjective ɔːˈspɪʃ.əs

auspicious

благоприятный

Meaning

Favorable or bringing good luck and success

Example

The wedding was held on an auspicious day.

Свадьба состоялась в благоприятный день.

B2 adjective /ˈtaɪm.li/

Timely

своевременный; пунктуальный

Meaning

happening at the right time; punctual

Example

His timely arrival saved the meeting.

Его своевременное прибытие спасло встречу.

C1 noun /krʌtʃ/

crutch

костыль, опора

Meaning

a support used by someone injured to walk; also something relied upon for support or help

Example

He had to use crutches after breaking his leg.

Ему пришлось использовать костыли после того, как он сломал ногу.

C1 noun /ˈʌndərˌstʌdi/

understudy

замещающий актер

Meaning

An actor who learns another's role to act as a replacement if needed.

Example

The understudy performed when the lead actor fell ill.

Замещающий актер выступил, когда главный актер заболел.

C1 noun /ˈæŋɡwɪʃ/

anguish

мучение

Meaning

Severe mental or physical pain or suffering.

Example

She was in deep anguish after hearing the tragic news.

Она была в глубоком мучении после того, как услышала трагическую новость.

C2 adjective /ˈfjuːzəbl/

fusible

плавкий

Meaning

Capable of being melted or fused.

Example

The engineer used a fusible alloy in the experiment.

Инженер использовал плавкий сплав в эксперименте.

B1 noun /ˌbækˈjɑːrd/

backyard

счастье

Meaning

an area of land behind a house, typically used for recreation or gardening

Example

The children played football in the backyard.

Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.

B2 adjective /vɪkˈtɔː.ri.əs/

Victorious

победоносный

Meaning

having won a victory; successful in a struggle or contest

Example

The victorious team celebrated their championship win with great joy.

Победившая команда отпраздновала свою победу в чемпионате с большой радостью.

B2 verb /kənˈfes/

confess

признавать

Meaning

to admit guilt or wrongdoing; to acknowledge

Example

He confessed his mistake to his teacher.

Он признался в своей ошибке своему учителю.

C1 noun /ˈhɛrətɪk/

heretic

еретик

Meaning

a person who holds beliefs that go against established religious teachings or accepted beliefs.

Example

The church declared him a heretic for his radical ideas.

Церковь объявила его еретиком за его радикальные идеи.

B2 adjective /ˌmæθəˈmætɪkəl/

mathematical

математический

Meaning

relating to mathematics or the use of mathematics

Example

The mathematical equation was difficult to solve.

Математическое уравнение было трудно решить.

C2 noun /ˈsætræp/

satrap

сатрап

Meaning

a governor of a province in ancient Persia; also used figuratively for a subordinate ruler

Example

The king appointed a satrap to oversee the distant province.

Царь назначил сатрапа для управления удаленной провинцией.

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.

B1 noun /ˈɪnstrəmənt/

instrument

инструмент

Meaning

A tool or device used for a particular purpose, especially for scientific or musical work.

Example

The doctor used a special instrument during the surgery.

Врач использовал специальный инструмент во время операции.

C1 adjective /ˌʌnˈpɑr.də.nə.bəl/

Unpardonable

непрощаемый

Meaning

too bad to be forgiven; inexcusable

Example

His betrayal of trust was an unpardonable offense.

Его предательство было непрощаемым преступлением.

B1 noun ɡrəʊθ

Growth

рост

Meaning

The process of increasing in physical size, number, value, or strength.

Example

Economic growth improves living conditions.

Экономический рост улучшает условия жизни.

C2 noun /ˈplænɪsfɪr/

planisphere

планисфера

Meaning

a rotating star chart used to display the visible stars for any time and date

Example

The astronomer used a planisphere to identify the constellations.

Астроном использовал планисферу для идентификации созвездий.

C1 adjective /rɪˈtɜː.nə.bəl/

Returnable

возвратный

Meaning

able to be returned or given back

Example

The bottle is returnable for a deposit refund.

Бутылка возвратная для возврата депозита.

C1 noun /ˈmiːdieɪtər/

Mediator

посредник

Meaning

A person who attempts to make people involved in a conflict agree

Example

The United Nations often acts as a mediator in international disputes.

Организация Объединённых Наций часто выступает в роли медиатора в международных спорах.

B2 noun/verb /ˈfɒs.tər.ɪŋ/

fostering

воспитание

Meaning

The process of encouraging or promoting the development or growth of something; nurturing and caring for.

Example

Good teachers play a key role in fostering creativity in students.

Хорошие учителя играют ключевую роль в развитии творческого потенциала у студентов.

C2 adjective ɪˈnɛfəbl

ineffable

невыразимый

Meaning

Too great or extreme to be expressed or described in words.

Example

The beauty of the landscape was ineffable.

Красота пейзажа была невыразимой.

B2 adjective /ˈtɒksɪk/

Toxic

токсичный; вредный или неприятный

Meaning

poisonous; very harmful or unpleasant

Example

The factory released toxic chemicals into the river.

Завод сбросил токсичные химикаты в реку.

A1 adverb /suːn/

Soon

скоро

Meaning

in a short time; before long; quickly

Example

The train will arrive soon.

Поезд скоро приедет.

A1 noun /bɔɪ/

boy

мальчик

Meaning

a male child or young male person

Example

The boy ran across the playground.

Мальчик бегал по игровой площадке.

B1 adjective /ˌel.ɪˈmen.tər.i/

Elementary

основной; элементарный

Meaning

basic; fundamental; primary level

Example

He learned elementary mathematics in school.

Он учил элементарную математику в школе.

C1 noun /ˈroʊz ˈwɔː.tər/

Rose-water

роза вода

Meaning

a flavored water made by steeping rose petals in water, used in cooking and cosmetics

Example

She added a few drops of rose-water to the dessert.

Она добавила несколько капель розовой воды в десерт.

C1 noun /dɪˈrɪʒən/

derision

презрение

Meaning

Contemptuous ridicule or mockery.

Example

His ideas were greeted with derision by the audience.

Его идеи были встречены презрением аудиторией.

B2 adjective /ɪmˈprɒp.ər/

Improper

неподобающий; неправильный; неуместный

Meaning

inappropriate; incorrect; not suitable

Example

It would be improper to discuss personal matters in a business meeting.

Будет неподобающим обсуждать личные вопросы на деловой встрече.

C2 noun /ˈpɪərɪdʒ/

peerage

дворянство

Meaning

the title or rank of a peer; the nobility as a group

Example

He was elevated to the peerage by the king.

Он был возведён в дворянство королём.

B1 noun /ˈneɪvi/

Navy

военно-морской флот

Meaning

the branch of armed forces that conducts military operations at sea

Example

He joined the navy after graduating from college.

Он поступил в военно-морской флот после окончания колледжа.

C2 adjective /kwaɪˈesnt/

Quiescent

бездеятельный; спокойный; безмолвный;

Meaning

quiet; peaceful; inactive; dormant; at rest

Example

The volcano has been quiescent for over a century.

Вулкан неактивен уже более века.

C1 noun /ˌdʒerənˈtɑːlədʒi/

gerontology

геронтология

Meaning

The scientific study of old age and the process of aging.

Example

She chose to specialize in gerontology after completing medical school.

Она решила специализироваться в геронтологии после окончания медицинского училища.

C1 noun /ˌdɪsərˈteɪʃən/

dissertation

диссертация

Meaning

A long piece of writing on a particular subject, usually written for a university degree.

Example

She spent two years writing her doctoral dissertation.

Она потратила два года на написание своей докторской диссертации.

B1 noun /fəˈsɪl.ɪ.ti/

facility

учреждение

Meaning

A place, amenity, or piece of equipment provided for a particular purpose.

Example

The facility was well-maintained.

Учреждение было хорошо обслужено.

C2 noun /ˈlɔːŋ.ɡən/

Longan

Meaning

a small round tropical fruit with translucent white flesh and sweet taste, related to lychee

Example

Longan fruits are often eaten fresh or dried and are popular in Asian desserts.

A2 noun /ˈmædʒɪk/

magic

магия

Meaning

the use of mysterious or supernatural powers to influence events

Example

The magician amazed the crowd with his magic.

Фокусник поразил толпу своей магией.

B2 noun, verb /ˈdɪskɔːrs/

discourse

дискурс, лекция

Meaning

Written or spoken communication or debate.

Example

The professor gave a discourse on ancient philosophy.

Профессор прочитал лекцию по древней философии.

C1 adjective /ˈɪəri/

eerie

жуткий

Meaning

Strange and frightening in a mysterious way.

Example

The abandoned house had an eerie silence.

В заброшенном доме была жуткая тишина.

B2 noun /ˈkɑr.ɡoʊ ʃɪp/

Cargo ship

грузовое судно

Meaning

a ship or vessel that carries goods and materials from one port to another

Example

The cargo ship transported containers filled with electronics across the ocean.

Грузовое судно перевезло контейнеры, заполненные электроникой, через океан.

C2 noun /ˈnɪk.næk/

knickknack

счастье

Meaning

A small decorative object, especially in a house.

Example

The shelf was full of little knickknacks collected from their travels.

Она не могла скрыть свое счастье, когда получила награду.

B1 noun /ˈvəʊtə/

voter

избиратель

Meaning

a person who votes in an election

Example

Voters lined up outside the polling station to cast their ballots.

Избиратели выстроились в очередь перед избирательным участком, чтобы отдать свой голос.

C1 verb /ˈvæŋkwɪʃ/

vanquish

побеждать

Meaning

to defeat thoroughly, especially in battle or competition

Example

The army vanquished its enemies with superior strategy.

Армия победила своих врагов с помощью превосходной стратегии.

C2 noun /ˈzaɪtɡaɪst/

zeitgeist

дух эпохи

Meaning

The defining spirit or mood of a particular period of history as shown by the ideas and beliefs of the time.

Example

The novel perfectly captures the zeitgeist of the 1960s.

Роман прекрасно передает дух эпохи 1960-х годов.

B2 noun /ˈspɔːrtsmən/

sportsman

спортсмен

Meaning

A person who is skilled in sports or enjoys participating in athletic activities.

Example

He is a true sportsman, always fair and respectful to his opponents.

Он настоящий спортсмен, всегда честен и уважителен к своим соперникам.

B2 noun /braʊ/

brow

лоб

Meaning

the part of the face above the eyes; forehead

Example

She wiped the sweat from her brow.

Она вытерла пот со лба.

A2 adverb /ˈklɪrli/

clearly

ясно

Meaning

In a way that is easy to perceive, understand, or see.

Example

She spoke clearly so that everyone could understand.

Она говорила ясно, чтобы все могли понять.

C1 noun /ˈtʌrɪt/

turret

небольшая башня на вершине более крупной башни или здания

Meaning

A small tower on top of a larger tower or building, often used in castles or fortifications.

Example

The castle was guarded by soldiers stationed in the turret.

Замок охранялся солдатами, размещенными в башне.

C1 noun /ˈʌp.rɔːr/

Uproar

беспорядок; шум; волнение

Meaning

a loud and emotional noise or disturbance; public outcry

Example

The announcement caused an uproar among the students.

Объявление вызвало шум среди студентов.

B2 noun /ˈfriːdəm ˌfaɪtər/

freedom fighter

борец за свободу

Meaning

a person who takes part in an armed or political struggle to achieve freedom or independence for their people or country

Example

The freedom fighter dedicated his life to the liberation of his homeland.

Борец за свободу посвятил свою жизнь освобождению своей страны.

B2 noun daɪˈmen.ʃən

dimension

измерение

Meaning

An aspect or feature of a situation, problem, or thing; a measurable extent.

Example

Renewable projects add a new dimension to urban planning.

Возобновляемые проекты добавляют новое измерение в городское планирование.

C2 noun /ˈhɔːrn.bɪl/

Hornbill

Птица хорнбил

Meaning

a large tropical bird with a large curved beak and often a horn-like projection

Example

The colorful hornbill perched on the highest branch.

Яркий хорнбил сел на самую высокую ветку.

C2 adjective /dɛˈspɒtɪk/

despotic

деспотичный

Meaning

exercising power in a cruel, oppressive, or authoritarian way

Example

The king’s despotic rule left the people in misery.

Деспотичное правление короля оставило народ в страданиях.

A2 noun /ˈdɪfɪkəlti/

difficulty

Meaning

the state or condition of being hard to do, deal with, or understand

Example

He faced great difficulty in learning a new language.

B2 adjective /ˈʃɔːrt ˌsaɪtɪd/

Short-sighted

близорукость; ограниченное мировоззрение

Meaning

lacking foresight or consideration for the future; myopic

Example

His short-sighted decision to quit school early affected his career prospects.

Его короткозоркое решение бросить школу рано повлияло на его карьерные перспективы.

C2 adjective /trænzˈæl.paɪn/

transalpine

за пределами Альп

Meaning

situated beyond or across the Alps, especially from the viewpoint of Italy

Example

The Romans referred to France as Transalpine Gaul.

Римляне называли Францию Транзальпийской Галией.

A2 noun /dɪˈzaɪnər/

designer

дизайнер

Meaning

a person who plans and creates the form or structure of something

Example

The fashion designer presented her new collection.

Модный дизайнер представил свою новую коллекцию.

A1 noun /ˈwɔːkɪŋ/

walking

ходьба

Meaning

the activity of moving on foot at a moderate pace

Example

Walking every morning is good for your health.

Ходьба каждое утро полезна для вашего здоровья.

B1 adverb /ˈbraɪtli/

brightly

ярко

Meaning

in a way that gives off a lot of light; in a vivid, cheerful, or intelligent manner

Example

The stars shone brightly in the clear night sky.

Звезды ярко сияли на чистом ночном небе.

C1 adjective /ˈtæntəmaʊnt/

tantamount

эквивалентный

Meaning

Equivalent in seriousness or effect; virtually the same as.

Example

His refusal to speak was tantamount to an admission of guilt.

Его отказ говорить был эквивалентен признанию вины.

B2 noun /kɒt/

Cot

кроватка

Meaning

a small bed, especially a portable one or one for a baby

Example

The baby sleeps peacefully in her cot.

Ребёнок мирно спит в её кроватке.

C1 noun /səˈlɪləkwi/

soliloquy

монолог

Meaning

a speech in which a character talks to themselves, often used in drama to reveal inner thoughts

Example

Hamlet's soliloquy is one of the most famous passages in Shakespearean drama.

Монолог Гамлета — это один из самых известных отрывков в драме Шекспира.

C2 noun /ˈdɛrɪk/

derrick

буровая вышка

Meaning

A framework or tower used for supporting a crane, especially for oil drilling or lifting heavy loads.

Example

The workers assembled a derrick at the oil drilling site.

Рабочие собрали буровую вышку на нефтяной буровой площадке.

A2 noun /ˈwɛdɪŋ/

wedding

свадьба

Meaning

a marriage ceremony, especially considered as including the associated celebrations

Example

They are planning a wedding in the summer.

Они планируют свадьбу летом.

C2 adjective /kənˈkɒmɪtənt/

concomitant

сопутствующий

Meaning

Naturally accompanying or associated with something.

Example

Increased stress is often concomitant with long working hours.

Увеличение стресса часто сопряжено с длительным рабочим временем.

B1 noun /məˈtɪəriəl/

Material

материал; ткань; субстанция

Meaning

The matter from which a thing is or can be made; fabric or cloth

Example

The building was constructed using the finest materials available.

Здание было построено с использованием лучших доступных материалов.

C1 noun /ˈfɔːrdʒər/

forger

фальсификатор

Meaning

a person who makes fake documents, artworks, or signatures

Example

The police arrested a forger who had been selling counterfeit paintings.

Полиция арестовала фальсификатора, который продавал поддельные картины.

C2 verb /ˈɡlaʊ.ər/

glower

смотреть с гневом

Meaning

To look at someone with an angry or sullen expression.

Example

He glowered at his rival across the room.

Он посмотрел на своего соперника через комнату с гневом.

C1 noun /poʊˈɛt.ɪks/

poetics

поэтика, теория поэзии

Meaning

the study or theory of poetry and its principles

Example

He wrote a book on poetics explaining the art of verse.

Он написал книгу о поэтике, объясняющую искусство стиха.

C2 noun /ˈsʌplɪkənt/

supplicant

молящийся

Meaning

A person who humbly or earnestly asks for something, usually from a person of authority.

Example

The temple was filled with supplicants seeking blessings.

Храм был полон молящихся, которые искали благословения.

B2 verb ɪnˈhɑːnst

enhanced

улучшенный

Meaning

Intensify, increase, or further improve the quality, value, or extent of something.

Example

Enhanced strategies improve outcomes.

Улучшенные стратегии улучшают результаты.

B2 noun ˈmʌltiˌtɑːskɪŋ

multitasking

многозадачность

Meaning

The performance of more than one task at the same time

Example

Multitasking reduces efficiency.

Мультитаскинг снижает эффективность.

B2 adjective /əˈbʌndənt/

abundant

обильный

Meaning

existing or available in large quantities; plentiful

Example

The garden was abundant with colorful flowers.

Сад был полон ярких цветов.

C2 adjective /ɪmˈpruːdənt/

imprudent

неосмотрительный

Meaning

Not showing care for the consequences of an action.

Example

It was imprudent to drive in such stormy weather.

Это было неосмотрительно — ехать в такую бурю.

A2 noun /kəˈmjuː.nə.ti/

community

сообщество

Meaning

a group of people living in the same place or sharing common interests

Example

The community worked together to clean the park.

Сообщество работало вместе, чтобы очистить парк.

B2 noun /ˈder.ɪŋ/

Daring

дерзость; готовность идти на риск

Meaning

adventurous courage; willingness to take risks

Example

The mountain climber's daring impressed everyone at the base camp.

Дерзость альпиниста впечатлила всех на базе лагеря.

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.

C1 noun, adjective /ˈlæksətɪv/

laxative

слабительное

Meaning

A medicine or substance that stimulates bowel movements; tending to loosen or relieve constipation.

Example

The doctor prescribed a mild laxative for her condition.

Врач прописал мягкое слабительное для её состояния.

C1 noun /kɔːrs flaʊər/

Course flour

грубая мука

Meaning

coarsely ground flour with larger particles, typically used for baking bread

Example

She used course flour to make homemade bread with a rustic texture.

Она использовала грубую муку для приготовления домашнего хлеба с деревенской текстурой.

B2 noun /ˈpɑːrtɪkəl/

particle

частица

Meaning

a very small piece or amount of something

Example

Dust particles floated in the air near the window.

Пылевые частицы плавали в воздухе возле окна.

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 /ˈbʌrə, ˈbʊrə/

borough

район

Meaning

A town, district, or administrative division, especially one with its own local government.

Example

Brooklyn is a borough of New York City.

Бруклин — район Нью-Йорка.

C1 verb /rɪˈpjuː.di.eɪt/

repudiate

отвергать

Meaning

to refuse to accept, recognize, or support something

Example

He repudiated the claim that he was involved in the scandal.

Он отверг утверждение, что он был вовлечен в скандал.

C2 adjective /ˈfæləbl/

fallible

способный ошибаться

Meaning

capable of making mistakes or being wrong

Example

Even experts are fallible and can make errors.

Даже эксперты могут ошибаться и совершать ошибки.

C2 noun /ˈfriːˌmeɪsən/

freemason

франкмасон член

Meaning

A member of an international fraternity known as Freemasonry, focused on moral and spiritual values.

Example

His grandfather was a respected freemason in the community.

Его дедушка был уважаемым франкмасоном в сообществе.

B2 noun /ˈleɪbərər/

laborer

рабочий

Meaning

a person who does physical work, especially work that requires strength rather than skill

Example

The laborer worked long hours at the construction site.

Рабочий долго работал на строительной площадке.

C1 noun ˌoʊ.vɚˈɡreɪ.zɪŋ

overgrazing

перегрузка пастбища

Meaning

The practice of allowing livestock to graze to the point of damaging vegetation.

Example

Overgrazing leads to soil erosion and loss of biodiversity.

Перегрузка пастбищ ведет к эрозии почвы и потере биоразнообразия.

B2 adjective ɪkˈstɪŋkt

extinct

вымирающий

Meaning

No longer in existence; having died out completely.

Example

Some species are becoming extinct due to overfishing.

Некоторые виды становятся вымирающими из-за чрезмерного вылова рыбы.

C2 noun /ˌkɒntrəpəˈzɪʃən/

contraposition

контрапозиция

Meaning

the act of placing two things in opposition for contrast or comparison

Example

The contraposition of the two theories highlighted their differences.

Контрапозиция двух теорий подчеркнула их различия.

A2 verb /ɪkˈspekt/

expect

ожидать

Meaning

to think something will happen; to anticipate

Example

I expect the meeting to start at 9 AM.

Я ожидаю, что встреча начнется в 9 утра.

B2 verb /daɪˈdʒest/

digest

переваривать

Meaning

to break down food in the body; to think about and understand

Example

It takes time to digest a heavy meal.

Это занимает время, чтобы переварить тяжелую пищу.

C1 adverb /pɜːr ˈseɪ/

per se

само по себе

Meaning

By or in itself; intrinsically.

Example

The idea is not bad per se, but it needs improvement.

Идея сама по себе не плоха, но требует улучшений.

C2 noun /ˌsaɪ.kəʊˈɡræf.ɪks/

Psychographics

Изучение и классификация людей в зависимости от их отношений, стремлений и других психологических критериев

Meaning

The study and classification of people according to their attitudes, aspirations, and other psychological criteria.

Example

Psychographics reveal consumer buying motives.

Психографика раскрывает мотивацию потребительских покупок.

C1 noun ˌmɒd.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃənz

modifications

модификации

Meaning

The action of making partial or minor changes to something.

Example

DNA modifications enable enhanced traits in crops.

Модификации ДНК позволяют улучшать характеристики сельскохозяйственных культур.

A1 noun/verb /pɛn/

pen

счастье

Meaning

A writing instrument using ink; also, to write something.

Example

She used a pen to sign the document.

Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.

C2 noun /səˈɡæs.ə.t̬i/

sagacity

глубокое знание

Meaning

The quality of being sagacious; having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgment.

Example

His sagacity made him a great leader.

Его сагасити сделало его великим лидером.

B2 adverb /ˈkrɪtɪkli/

critically

критически

Meaning

in a way that expresses disapproval or a very serious, important way

Example

He was critically injured in the accident.

Он был критически ранен в аварии.

C1 noun ˌnæʃ.ən.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

nationalization

национализация

Meaning

The process of a government taking control of private property or industry.

Example

The nationalization of banks was aimed at stabilizing the economy.

Национализация банков была направлена на стабилизацию экономики.

B1 noun /ˈmaɪ.krəˌskoʊp/

microscope

микроскоп

Meaning

An optical instrument used for viewing very small objects, such as cells, by magnifying them.

Example

The scientist observed the bacteria under the microscope.

Учёный наблюдал за бактериями под микроскопом.

B2 noun /ˈpen.ʃən/

Pension

пенсия

Meaning

a regular payment made to someone who is no longer working because of age or disability

Example

After retirement, he receives a monthly pension from the company.

После выхода на пенсию он получает ежемесячную пенсию от компании.

C2 noun /ˈpɒliˌɑːrki/

polyarchy

полиархия

Meaning

government by many people

Example

Polyarchy allows multiple parties to share power.

Полиархия позволяет нескольким партиям делить власть.