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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.
B2 adjective /ˈkræŋki/

cranky

вспыльчивый
Meaning
bad-tempered, easily annoyed, or irritable
Example
The child gets cranky when he is hungry.
Ребёнок становится вспыльчивым, когда он голоден.
B2 noun /ˈbrɛkdaʊn/

breakdown

поломка
Meaning
a failure or collapse of a system or machinery
Example
The car had a breakdown on the highway.
У машины произошла поломка на шоссе.
B2 noun /ˌsɛlf əˈwɛə.nəs/

self-awareness

самосознание
Meaning
Conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires.
Example
Self-awareness helps in understanding one's emotions and actions.
Самосознание помогает понять эмоции и действия человека.
B2 noun /ɪnˈdʌstriəl ˌrɛvəˈluːʃən/

Industrial Revolution

Индустриальная революция
Meaning
The rapid development of industry that occurred in Britain in the late 18th and 19th centuries, brought about by the introduction of machinery and characterized by the use of steam power and the growth of factories.
Example
The Industrial Revolution marked a shift in production processes.
Индустриальная революция ознаменовала собой изменение производственных процессов.
B2 verb /ɪnˈteɪl/

entail

Meaning
to involve something as a necessary or inevitable part or consequence
Example
The job will entail a lot of travel across the country.
B2 adjective /ˈlɛŋθi/

lengthy

долгий
Meaning
long in duration or extent
Example
The meeting was lengthy, lasting over three hours.
Совещание было долгим, продолжавшимся более трех часов.
B2 verb /ˌriːjuˈnaɪt/

reunite

воссоединить
Meaning
to bring together again after separation
Example
The family was reunited after many years.
Семья воссоединилась после многих лет.
B2 adjective /ˈdespərət/

Desperate

отчаянный
Meaning
reckless; extremely urgent; critical
Example
The situation became desperate as water supplies ran out.
Ситуация стала отчаянной, когда запасы воды иссякли.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈwel.kəm/

Unwelcome

нежеланный; неприемлемый; не приглашенный
Meaning
not wanted or accepted; not invited or pleasant
Example
The unwelcome news ruined their vacation plans.
Неприятные новости испортили их планы на отпуск.
B2 adjective; past participle /ˈɒnəd/

honoured

удостоенный
Meaning
treated with respect or distinction; feeling proud and privileged
Example
She felt deeply honoured to receive the award.
Она была удостоена чести получить награду.
B2 noun /ˈker.ə.siːn/

Kerosene

керосин
Meaning
a combustible hydrocarbon liquid widely used as a fuel in lamps and heating systems
Example
The old lamp burned kerosene to provide light during power outages.
Старая лампа горела керосином, чтобы обеспечить свет во время отключений электроэнергии.
B2 verb /ɪkˈspɛl/

expel

исключить
Meaning
to officially force someone to leave a place or organization
Example
The student was expelled from school for misconduct.
Студент был исключен из школы за плохое поведение.
B2 adjective kənˈven.ʃən.əl

conventional

традиционный
Meaning
Based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed; traditional, standard, customary.
Example
Many farmers still use conventional farming methods.
Многие фермеры до сих пор используют традиционные методы земледелия.
B2 adjective /ˈstɑːrtəld/

startled

испуганный
Meaning
suddenly shocked or surprised by something unexpected
Example
She was startled by the loud noise outside.
Она испугалась от громкого шума снаружи.
B2 noun rɪsk ˈfæktər

risk factor

фактор риска
Meaning
Something that increases the likelihood of developing a disease or condition
Example
Water pollution is a significant risk factor for health.
Загрязнение воды является значительным фактором риска для здоровья.
B2 adjective ˈkɒɡnɪtɪv

cognitive

когнитивный
Meaning
Related to mental processes of perception, memory, judgment, and reasoning.
Example
Cognitive functions improve with practice and learning.
Когнитивные функции улучшаются с практикой и обучением.
B2 noun /kroʊ/

Crow

ворон
Meaning
a large black bird known for its intelligence and harsh call
Example
The crow cawed loudly from the tree branch.
Ворон каркал громко с ветки дерева.
B2 verb /ɪnˈroʊl/

enroll

записаться
Meaning
to officially join or register in a school, course, or organization
Example
He decided to enroll in a computer programming course.
Он решил записаться на курс программирования.
B2 adjective /ˈvʌl.nər.ə.bəl/

vulnerable

уязвимый
Meaning
susceptible to physical or emotional harm
Example
Children are often the most vulnerable in times of crisis.
Дети часто наиболее уязвимы в кризисные моменты.
B2 verb /feɪd/

fade

блекнуть
Meaning
To gradually lose brightness, color, or strength.
Example
The colors of the old photo have started to fade.
Цвета старой фотографии начали тускнеть.
B2 adjective /ˌθɛr.əˈpjuː.tɪk/

therapeutic

терапевтический
Meaning
Having a healing or beneficial effect on the body or mind.
Example
Meditation is highly therapeutic for mental well-being.
Медитация очень терапевтична для психического благополучия.
B2 noun /əˈriːnə/

arena

арена, сцена
Meaning
a large area surrounded by seats for sports, entertainment, or other events
Example
The basketball game will be held in the new arena downtown.
Матч по баскетболу пройдет в новой арене в центре города.
B2 adjective /ˈwʊd biː/

Would-be

будущий; потенциальный;
Meaning
prospective; intending to be; aspiring
Example
The would-be actor practiced his lines every day.
Будущий актер репетировал свои реплики каждый день.
B2 noun /əˈbjuːs/

Abuse

злоупотребление; насилие;
Meaning
cruel and violent treatment; improper use of something
Example
The abuse of power led to his resignation.
Злоупотребление властью привело к его отставке.
B2 noun /ˈmɪnərəl/

mineral

минерал
Meaning
a naturally occurring substance that is solid and inorganic, often used in industry or nutrition
Example
Calcium is an important mineral for strong bones.
Кальций - важный минерал для крепких костей.
B2 verb /ɪmˈplaɪ/

imply

подразумевать
Meaning
To suggest something without directly stating it.
Example
Her tone seemed to imply that she was upset.
Её интонация, казалось, подразумевала, что она расстроена.
B2 adjective /hɑːrʃ/

Harsh

жесткий; грубый; жестокий; строгий
Meaning
unpleasantly hard or rough in texture; cruel or severe
Example
The teacher gave harsh criticism about my work.
Учитель дал жесткую критику моей работе.
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 verb /skɪm/

skim

бегло читать
Meaning
to move quickly over a surface or to read something quickly
Example
She skimmed through the report before the meeting.
Она пробежала глазами по отчету перед встречей.
B2 noun /ˈraɪvəl/

Rival

соперник; конкурент;
Meaning
a person or thing competing with another for the same objective or for superiority in the same field
Example
The two companies have been business rivals for decades.
Две компании являются коммерческими соперниками на протяжении десятилетий.
B2 noun /ˈhaɪdrədʒən/

hydrogen

водород
Meaning
a colorless, odorless, highly flammable gas that is the lightest and most abundant chemical element in the universe
Example
Hydrogen is used as a clean fuel in many energy systems.
Водород используется как чистое топливо во многих энергетических системах.
B2 adjective ˈɡrædʒ.u.əl

gradual

постепенный
Meaning
Taking place or progressing slowly or by degrees.
Example
Gradual changes are more sustainable.
Постепенные изменения более устойчивы.
B2 noun /mɪˈθɒlədʒi/

mythology

мифология
Meaning
A collection of myths, especially belonging to a particular culture or religion.
Example
Greek mythology is filled with stories of gods and heroes.
Греческая мифология полна историй о богах и героях.
B2 noun/verb jiːldz

yields

урожай
Meaning
The amount of agricultural produce harvested per unit of land area.
Example
Crop yields have declined due to extreme weather.
Урожайность сельскохозяйственных культур снизилась из-за экстремальных погодных условий.
B2 adjective /ˈnɑː.lɪ.dʒə.bəl/

Knowledgeable

осведомлённый; образованный; знающий
Meaning
having extensive knowledge; well-informed; educated
Example
She is very knowledgeable about ancient history.
Она очень осведомлена об истории древности.
B2 noun /ˈmɑːr.tɪn/

Martin

ласточка
Meaning
small swift-flying bird that catches insects on the wing
Example
The martin built its nest under the bridge.
Ласточка построила свое гнездо под мостом.
B2 noun /ˈfʊtɪdʒ/

footage

видеозапись
Meaning
a recorded film or video, especially one that is used for news or documentaries
Example
The footage of the protest was shown on television all day.
Записи протестов показывали по телевизору весь день.
B2 noun /ˈɔːltər/

Altar

алтарь
Meaning
a raised structure on which offerings or sacrifices are made to a deity
Example
The bride and groom stood before the altar during the ceremony.
Невеста и жених стояли перед алтарем во время церемонии.
B2 verb əˈkwaɪər

acquire

приобретать
Meaning
To gain or obtain something, especially knowledge or skills, through effort or experience.
Example
Volunteers acquire new skills through their experiences.
Добровольцы приобретают новые навыки через их опыт.
B2 adverb /ˈæk.jə.rət.li/

Accurately

точно, без ошибок, правильно
Meaning
in an exact way, without any mistakes; precisely; correctly
Example
She accurately predicted the outcome of the election.
Она точно предсказала исход выборов.
B2 noun ˈɔː.bɪt

orbit

орбита
Meaning
The curved path of a celestial object around a star, planet, or moon.
Example
The satellite maintains its orbit around Earth.
Спутник поддерживает свою орбиту вокруг Земли.
B2 noun /ˈɡɑː.mənt/

garment

предмет одежды
Meaning
An item of clothing.
Example
She bought a new garment for the party.
Она купила новую вещь для вечеринки.
B2 noun /ˈfleɪvər/

flavor

вкус
Meaning
The distinctive taste of a food or drink.
Example
This ice cream has a delicious mango flavor.
Это мороженое имеет вкусный манговый вкус.
B2 verb /ʃɛd/

shed

сбрасывать
Meaning
to let something fall off naturally, such as leaves, hair, or tears
Example
Trees shed their leaves in autumn.
Деревья сбрасывают свои листья осенью.
B2 adverb /ˌnʌnðəˈlɛs/

nonetheless

тем не менее
Meaning
in spite of that; nevertheless
Example
It was raining, but nonetheless, they went hiking.
Шел дождь, но тем не менее они пошли в поход.
B2 noun /ˌɛdɪˈtɔːriəl/

editorial

редакционная статья
Meaning
A newspaper article expressing the opinion of the editor or publisher.
Example
The newspaper published an editorial criticizing government policy.
Газета опубликовала редакционную статью, критикующую политику правительства.
B2 verb /ˈɡʌvərn/

govern

управлять
Meaning
to control and direct the public policy and affairs of a state, organization, or people
Example
The president governs the country wisely.
Президент мудро управляет страной.
B2 verb /feɪnt/

faint

упасть в обморок
Meaning
to lose consciousness for a short time because of a temporary lack of oxygen to the brain
Example
He felt dizzy and fainted in the heat.
Он почувствовал головокружение и упал в обморок от жары.
B2 adjective /ˌɪntəˈpɜːsənl/

interpersonal

межличностный
Meaning
Relating to relationships or communication between people.
Example
He has excellent interpersonal skills and gets along well with others.
У него отличные межличностные навыки, и он хорошо ладит с другими.
B2 noun /ˈvjuːpɔɪnt/

viewpoint

точка зрения
Meaning
a particular attitude or way of considering a matter
Example
From his viewpoint, the situation was hopeless.
С его точки зрения ситуация была безнадежной.
B2 verb /ɡræsp/

grasp

схватить
Meaning
to grip firmly; to understand something
Example
She finally grasped the concept after the explanation.
Она наконец поняла концепцию после объяснения.
B2 adjective /ˈsoʊlər/

solar

солнечный
Meaning
Relating to or determined by the sun
Example
The house is powered by solar energy.
Этот дом работает на солнечной энергии.
B2 adjective /dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃt/

Distinguished

выдающийся; уважаемый; знаменитый; обладающий достойным видом или манерой
Meaning
notable; honored; famous; having a dignified appearance or manner
Example
He is a distinguished professor at the university.
Он выдающийся профессор в университете.
B2 noun /ˌnoʊtɪfɪˈkeɪʃənz/

notifications

уведомления
Meaning
A notice or announcement, especially an official one.
Example
Turn off notifications to stay focused.
Выключите уведомления, чтобы оставаться сосредоточенным.
B2 verb /ˌʌndərˈmaɪn/

undermine

подрывать
Meaning
to gradually weaken or damage something or someone
Example
Constant criticism can undermine a child's confidence.
Постоянная критика может подорвать уверенность ребёнка.
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 /ɡriːd/

Greed

жадность
Meaning
intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth, power, or food
Example
His greed for money led him to make unethical business decisions.
Его жадность к деньгам заставила его принять неэтичные деловые решения.
B2 noun /dɪˈtɜːrdʒənt/

detergent

моющее средство
Meaning
a substance used for cleaning, especially for washing clothes and dishes
Example
She bought a new brand of detergent for laundry.
Она купила новый бренд моющего средства для стирки.
B2 adjective /ˈskɑː.lət/

Scarlet

алый
Meaning
a bright red color with a slightly orange tinge
Example
The scarlet roses in the garden looked magnificent in the morning light.
Алые розы в саду выглядели великолепно на утреннем свету.
B2 verb /tæn/

tan

Meaning
to make skin or a hide brown by exposure to the sun or by using chemicals
Example
She tanned her skin after spending the summer at the beach.
B2 noun /er/

Heir

наследник
Meaning
a person legally entitled to the property or rank of another on that person's death
Example
The young prince was the rightful heir to the throne and would become king someday.
Юный принц был законным наследником престола и когда-нибудь станет королём.
B2 noun /ˈkæp.ʃən/

caption

подпись
Meaning
a brief explanation or description accompanying an illustration or photograph
Example
The caption under the photo explained who the people were.
Подпись под фото объяснила, кто эти люди.
B2 adjective /ˌsɪstəˈmætɪk/

systematic

систематический
Meaning
Done or acting according to a fixed plan or system; methodical.
Example
The company took a systematic approach to solving the issue.
Компания использовала систематический подход для решения проблемы.
B2 noun /ˈtiːmmeɪt/

teammate

товарищ по команде
Meaning
a member of the same team
Example
He congratulated his teammate after scoring the goal.
Он поздравил своего товарища по команде после того, как забил гол.
B2 noun /ˈoʊ.dər/

Odour

запах
Meaning
a distinctive smell, especially an unpleasant one
Example
The odour of fresh bread filled the kitchen.
Запах свежего хлеба наполнил кухню.
B2 noun /næˈreɪʃən/

narration

повествование
Meaning
The act of telling a story or describing events in detail.
Example
The movie’s narration was done by a famous actor.
Наррация фильма была выполнена знаменитым актером.
B2 adverb /ɪˈməʊʃənəli/

emotionally

эмоционально
Meaning
in a way that relates to a person's feelings or emotions
Example
She became emotionally attached to her pet.
Она стала эмоционально привязана к своему питомцу.
B2 noun /ˈpɔːrɪdʒ/

porridge

каша
Meaning
A soft food made by boiling oats or other grains in milk or water.
Example
She had a bowl of porridge for breakfast.
Она съела тарелку каши на завтрак.
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.
B2 adjective /ˈɔɪl.i/

Oily

масляный; покрытый маслом; жирный
Meaning
covered with oil; containing oil; greasy
Example
Her oily skin needs special care.
Её масляная кожа требует особого ухода.
B2 noun /ˈkwɔːtərˌbæk/

quarterback

квотербек
Meaning
the player who directs a team’s offense in American football
Example
The quarterback threw a perfect pass.
Квотербек бросил идеальный пас.
B2 noun /ˌspeʃiˈælɪti/

Speciality

специализация
Meaning
a particular area of activity or interest that someone focuses on; expertise in a specific field
Example
His speciality is Italian cuisine.
Его специализация — итальянская кухня.
B2 verb /ˈpenɪtreɪt/

penetrate

проникать
Meaning
to go into or through something; to understand something deeply
Example
The bullet penetrated the wall.
Пуля проникла в стену.
B2 adverb /ˈænjuəli/

annually

ежегодно
Meaning
once every year; yearly
Example
The company holds a general meeting annually.
Компания проводит общее собрание ежегодно.
B2 phrase ˈsɛvən ˈhæbɪts

seven habits

семь привычек
Meaning
Regular behaviors or actions that are done consistently over time, specifically referring to a set of seven key practices.
Example
Even habits help in maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
Даже привычки помогают поддерживать сбалансированный образ жизни.
B2 adjective /ˈsɛkʃʊəl/

sexual

сексуальный
Meaning
relating to the instincts, physiological processes, and activities connected with physical attraction or intimate physical contact between individuals
Example
The sexual health of individuals is an important topic in modern medicine.
Сексуальное здоровье людей — важная тема в современной медицине.
B2 adjective /ˈpɒlɪʃt/

polished

отполированный, утончённый и элегантный
Meaning
refined, sophisticated, and elegant in appearance or behavior
Example
She gave a polished performance at the recital.
Она продемонстрировала полированное исполнение на концерте.
B2 noun /ˈspɛktrəm/

spectrum

спектр
Meaning
A range of different things, often related to colors, ideas, or classifications.
Example
The festival attracted people from across the political spectrum.
Фестиваль привлек людей со всего политического спектра.
B2 noun /kɒk/

Cock

петух
Meaning
an adult male chicken
Example
The cock crowed loudly at dawn to wake everyone up.
Петух крикнул громко на рассвете, чтобы разбудить всех.
B2 noun /ˌprɒsɪˈkjuːʃən/

prosecution

обвинение
Meaning
The act of bringing a criminal charge against someone and pursuing legal action in court.
Example
The prosecution presented strong evidence against the defendant.
Обвинение представило убедительные доказательства против обвиняемого.
B2 noun /ˈproʊtəkɔːl/

protocol

протокол
Meaning
an official procedure or system of rules
Example
The security team followed strict protocol during the event.
Команда безопасности следовала строгому протоколу во время мероприятия.
B2 adjective /ˈkɒŋ.kriːt/

Concrete

твердый; реальный; осязаемый; конкретный
Meaning
solid; real; tangible; actual and specific
Example
We need concrete evidence to support our claims.
Нам нужны конкретные доказательства, чтобы поддержать наши утверждения.
B2 verb /swaɪp/

swipe

свайпать
Meaning
to move your finger across a touch screen or to hit with a sweeping motion
Example
He swiped left on the photo.
Он свайпнул влево на фото.
B2 noun /ˌhɪp.əˈpɒt.ə.məs/

Hippopotamus

гиппопотам
Meaning
a large, mostly herbivorous mammal that lives in and around water in Africa
Example
The hippopotamus spends most of its day in the water.
Гиппопотам проводит большую часть дня в воде.
B2 noun /stjuːˈpɪdəti/

stupidity

глупость
Meaning
lack of intelligence or common sense
Example
His stupidity caused a lot of problems for the team.
Его глупость вызвала много проблем для команды.
B2 verb /rɪˈstrɪkt/

restrict

ограничивать
Meaning
To limit the size, amount, or range of something.
Example
The government decided to restrict the use of plastic bags.
Правительство решило ограничить использование пластиковых пакетов.
B2 adjective /pəˈsɪs.tənt/

persistent

упорный
Meaning
continuing to exist or endure over a prolonged period
Example
Despite many setbacks, her persistent efforts led to success.
Несмотря на многие неудачи, её упорные усилия привели к успеху.
B2 adjective /praɪm/

prime

первоклассный, важный
Meaning
Of the best quality; most important; peak condition.
Example
She is in the prime of her career.
Она на лучшем этапе своей карьеры.
B2 noun /ˈfɪlmˌmeɪkər/

film-maker

кинорежиссер
Meaning
A person who directs or produces films
Example
The film-maker received an award for his latest documentary.
Кинорежиссер получил награду за свой последний документальный фильм.
B2 verb /sɑːb/

sob

рыдать громко
Meaning
to cry noisily while taking short breaths
Example
She began to sob uncontrollably after hearing the news.
Она начала всхлипывать, не в силах сдержать слезы, услышав новость.
B2 noun /ˈʃeɪndʒ ˈmænɪdʒmənt/

change management

управление изменениями
Meaning
The discipline that guides how we prepare, equip and support individuals, teams and organizations in making organizational change.
Example
Change management ensures smooth transitions.
Управление изменениями обеспечивает плавные переходы.
B2 noun ˈprɑː.sest fuːdz

processed foods

обработанные продукты питания
Meaning
Foods that have been altered from their natural state through various methods such as canning, freezing, refrigeration, dehydration and aseptic processing.
Example
Excessive consumption of processed foods leads to health issues.
Чрезмерное потребление обработанных продуктов питания ведет к проблемам со здоровьем.
B2 noun /prɔːn/

Prawn

креветка
Meaning
a large marine crustacean similar to shrimp but typically bigger
Example
The chef prepared delicious prawn curry with coconut milk.
Шеф приготовил вкусное карри с креветками и кокосовым молоком.
B2 verb /ɪnˈfɜːr/

infer

делать вывод
Meaning
to conclude or deduce something from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements
Example
From his silence, I inferred that he was not happy with the decision.
Из его молчания я сделал вывод, что он не был доволен решением.
B2 noun /əˈpoʊ.nənt/

Opponent

оппонент; соперник
Meaning
a person who disagrees with or resists a proposal or practice; someone who competes against another
Example
The chess player defeated his strongest opponent.
Шахматист победил своего самого сильного оппонента.
B2 adverb /ˈpjʊərli/

purely

только
Meaning
only and completely; entirely
Example
The decision was purely based on economic factors.
Решение было основано только на экономических факторах.
B2 noun /skwɒd/

squad

команда
Meaning
a small group of people organized for a specific purpose or task, often in the military or sports
Example
The football squad trained hard before the championship match.
Футбольная команда тренировалась усердно перед матчем чемпионата.
B2 noun /ˈkəʊ.tɪŋ/

coating

покрытие
Meaning
A protective or decorative layer applied to a surface.
Example
A protective coating prevents rust formation.
Защитное покрытие предотвращает образование ржавчины.
B2 adverb /ˌfɜːrðərˈmɔːr/

furthermore

к тому же
Meaning
Used to introduce an additional point or idea; in addition.
Example
The plan is simple and, furthermore, it is affordable.
План прост, и к тому же он доступен.
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.
B2 noun /kəmˈplaɪ.əns/

compliance

соблюдение
Meaning
The practice of conforming to rules, regulations, or laws; obedience to orders or instructions.
Example
Schools expect compliance with their rules and policies.
Школы ожидают соблюдения своих правил и политик.
B2 adjective /ˈkwestʃənəbl/

Questionable

сомнительный
Meaning
doubtful; dubious; suspicious; open to doubt or suspicion
Example
His questionable business practices led to an investigation.
Его сомнительные деловые практики привели к расследованию.
B2 verb /prɪˈsiːdɪd/

preceded

предшествовал
Meaning
came before something in time, order, or position
Example
Dark clouds preceded the heavy rainfall.
Темные облака предшествовали сильному дождю.
B2 adjective /ˈdæmɪdʒɪŋ/

damaging

Meaning
causing harm or injury
Example
The storm caused damaging effects to the crops.
B2 noun /rɪˈvaɪ.vəl/

Revival

возрождение
Meaning
an improvement in the condition or strength of something; renewed interest in or attention to something
Example
There has been a revival of interest in traditional crafts.
Существует возрождение интереса к традиционным ремеслам.
B2 adjective + noun ˈædvɜːrs ɪˈfekts

adverse effects

неблагоприятные эффекты
Meaning
Negative or harmful impacts that result from an action or condition.
Example
Plastic usage has adverse effects on the environment.
Использование пластика оказывает неблагоприятные эффекты на окружающую среду.
B2 noun /ˈspəʊksmən/

spokesman

представитель
Meaning
a person who speaks on behalf of others, especially for a group or organization
Example
The spokesman addressed the crowd during the rally.
Представитель выступил перед толпой во время митинга.
B2 noun /ˈkɒn.trɪ.bjʊ.tər/

contributor

вкладчик
Meaning
a person who gives something to help achieve a result
Example
He was a regular contributor to the local newspaper.
Он был регулярным вкладчиком в местную газету.
B2 noun, verb /skruː/

screw

металлический крепеж с витком; прикрутить или затянуть что-то винтом
Meaning
a metal fastener with a helical ridge; to fasten or tighten something with a screw
Example
He screwed the shelf to the wall tightly.
Он прикрутил полку к стене крепко.
B2 noun /ˈɑːftərmɑːθ/

aftermath

последствия
Meaning
the consequences or aftereffects of an event or situation, especially a disastrous one
Example
The aftermath of the earthquake was devastating.
Последствия землетрясения были разрушительными.
B2 adjective /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/

definitive

окончательный
Meaning
serving as a final or most authoritative form; conclusive and decisive
Example
The committee reached a definitive agreement on the policy.
Комитет достиг окончательного соглашения по политике.
B2 verb /klɪŋ/

cling

счастье
Meaning
to hold on tightly to someone or something
Example
The child clung to his mother in fear.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
B2 noun /ˈsɪmpəθi/

Sympathy

сочувствие
Meaning
feelings of pity and sorrow for someone else's misfortune
Example
She expressed her sympathy for the victims of the accident.
Она выразила свое сочувствие жертвам аварии.
B2 noun /ˈmoʊ.tɪv/

Motive

мотив; причина; побуждение
Meaning
a reason for doing something; what drives someone to act
Example
The police are investigating the motive for the crime.
Полиция расследует мотив преступления.
B2 noun /rɪˈhɜːr.səl/

Rehearsal

репетиция; тренировка выступления
Meaning
a practice performance of a play, concert, or other work for later public performance
Example
The final rehearsal before opening night went perfectly.
Последняя репетиция перед открытием ночи прошла идеально.
B2 verb /rɪˈtriːt/

retreat

отступать
Meaning
to move back or withdraw from a position or situation
Example
The soldiers had to retreat after losing the battle.
Солдаты вынуждены были отступить после того, как проиграли битву.
B2 noun /səˈraʊn.dɪŋz/

surroundings

окружение
Meaning
The area around a person, place, or thing.
Example
She quickly adapted to her new surroundings.
Она быстро адаптировалась к своей новой окружающей среде.
B2 adjective /əˈlɛdʒd/

alleged

предполагаемый
Meaning
said or thought to be true, but not proven
Example
The alleged thief was caught by the police.
Предполагаемый вор был пойман полицией.
B2 noun bækˈtɪə.ri.ə

bacteria

бактерии
Meaning
A member of a large group of unicellular microorganisms which have cell walls but lack organelles and an organized nucleus.
Example
Specialized bacteria aid in waste decomposition.
Специализированные бактерии помогают в разложении отходов.
B2 noun /dʒiˈɒl.ə.dʒi/

geology

геология
Meaning
the science that deals with the Earth's physical structure and substances
Example
She studied geology to understand earthquakes.
Она изучала геологию, чтобы понять землетрясения.