C1 noun /ˈsɪvɪks/

civics

граждановедение

Meaning

the study of the rights and duties of citizens and how government works

Example

Civics helps students understand their responsibilities as citizens.

Граждановедение помогает ученикам понять обязанности граждан.

B2 noun /ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/

coverage

освещенность

Meaning

The extent or scope of something, such as insurance protection or media reporting.

Example

The news channel provided extensive coverage of the event.

Новостной канал предоставил обширное освещение события.

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 /ˈkloʊtʃər/

cloture

процедура завершения

Meaning

a procedure for ending a debate and taking a vote.

Example

The Senate invoked cloture to end the lengthy debate.

Сенат призвал к процедуре завершения, чтобы закончить длительные дебаты.

A2 noun/verb /kɔːz/

cause

причина / вызывать

Meaning

a person or thing that gives rise to an action, phenomenon, or condition; to make something happen

Example

The heavy rain caused flooding in the city.

Сильный дождь вызвал наводнение в городе.

C2 adjective /ˈkoʊməˌtoʊs/

comatose

коматозный

Meaning

In a state of deep unconsciousness, resembling or related to coma.

Example

The comatose patient was kept under constant observation.

Коматозный пациент находился под постоянным наблюдением.

C1 noun /ˈkɒt.ən ˈfæb.rɪk/

Cotton Fabric

хлопковая ткань

Meaning

textile made from cotton fibers, known for being soft, breathable, and comfortable

Example

Cotton fabric is perfect for summer clothing.

Хлопковая ткань идеально подходит для летней одежды.

B1 noun /tʃɪn/

Chin

подбородок

Meaning

the protruding part of the face below the mouth, formed by the apex of the lower jaw

Example

He stroked his beard thoughtfully, resting his hand on his chin.

Он задумчиво гладил свою бороду, положив руку на подбородок.

B2 noun /ˈkɑːmpaʊnd/

compound

соединение / огороженная территория

Meaning

a thing that is composed of two or more separate elements; an enclosed area with buildings

Example

The scientist studied the chemical compound in the lab.

Учёный изучал химическое соединение в лаборатории.

C2 noun /ˈkærəm/

Carom

кмин

Meaning

aromatic seeds of a plant used as a spice, especially in Indian cooking

Example

Carom seeds are often used in traditional Indian bread recipes.

Семена кумина часто используются в традиционных индийских рецептах хлеба.

B2 noun /ˈkɜːr.tə.si/

Courtesy

учтивость; вежливость;

Meaning

the showing of politeness in one's attitude and behavior toward others; a polite gesture or remark

Example

He showed great courtesy by holding the door open for elderly people.

Он продемонстрировал великую учтивость, держа дверь открытой для пожилых людей.

B2 noun /ˈkrɪtɪk/

critic

критик

Meaning

A person who judges the merits of something, especially art or literature

Example

The film critic praised the director's latest movie.

Кинокритик похвалил последний фильм режиссера.

C1 verb /klæsp/

clasp

схватить / застежка

Meaning

to grasp or hold tightly; also a device for fastening

Example

She clasped her hands together in prayer.

Она сжала руки вместе в молитве.

B2 noun /ˈkoʊ.brə/

Cobra

кобра

Meaning

a venomous snake with a hood that can be spread when threatened

Example

The cobra raised its hood and hissed at the intruder.

Кобра подняла свою капюшон и зашипела на нарушителя.

C2 adjective /ˈtʃɜːrlɪʃ/

churlish

грубый

Meaning

Rude in a mean-spirited and surly way.

Example

It would be churlish to refuse her kind invitation.

Было бы грубо отвергнуть ее любезное приглашение.

B2 noun /kənˈstreɪnt/

constraint

ограничение

Meaning

a limitation or restriction

Example

Time is the biggest constraint in completing the project.

Время - это самое большое ограничение при завершении проекта.

B2 noun /ˈkaʊ.ərd/

Coward

трус

Meaning

a person who lacks the courage to do or endure dangerous or unpleasant things

Example

He called himself a coward for not standing up to the bully.

Он назвал себя трусом, потому что не встал против хулигана.

A1 noun/verb /ˈkʊkɪŋ/

cooking

готовка

Meaning

the process of preparing food by heating it

Example

Cooking is one of my favorite hobbies.

Готовка — одно из моих любимых хобби.

C2 noun /ˈkætəˌklɪzəm/

cataclysm

катаклизм

Meaning

A sudden and violent event that causes great destruction or upheaval.

Example

The earthquake was a cataclysm that reshaped the city.

Землетрясение было катаклизмом, который изменил город.

C1 verb ˌkəʊ.əˈles

coalesce

сливаться

Meaning

Come together and form one mass or whole; unite to form one organization or group.

Example

The different theories coalesced into one unified idea.

Разные теории слились в одну единую идею.

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.

C2 adjective /kəˈrʌp.tə.bəl/

corruptible

коррумпируемый

Meaning

able to be morally or ethically corrupted

Example

He was known to be corruptible and often accepted bribes.

Он был известен как коррумпируемый и часто принимал взятки.

C2 adjective /tʃəˈruːbɪk/

cherubic

херувимский

Meaning

Innocent, sweet, and angelic, like a cherub.

Example

The baby had a cherubic smile that melted everyone’s heart.

У ребенка была херувимская улыбка, которая растопила сердца всех.

B1 noun /sɛl/

cell

клетка / клетка

Meaning

a small basic unit of life; or a small enclosed space like a prison room

Example

The prisoner was locked in a small cell.

Заключенного заперли в маленькой камере.

B1 noun /klɑːrk/

clerk

клерк

Meaning

A person employed in an office or bank to keep records, accounts, and undertake other routine administrative duties.

Example

The clerk helped me find the correct form.

Клерк помог мне найти правильную форму.

B2 verb /ˈkɒntəmpleɪt/

contemplate

размышлять

Meaning

to think deeply and carefully about something; to consider thoughtfully

Example

She sat quietly to contemplate her future plans.

Она сидела тихо, чтобы обдумать свои будущие планы.

B1 noun /ˈtʃɪl.i/

Chilly/Chilli

холодно; острый перец;

Meaning

noticeably cold; a hot-tasting pod of a variety of capsicum, used as a spice

Example

The chef added red chilli to make the curry spicier.

Шеф-повар добавил красный чили, чтобы сделать карри острее.

B2 noun /ˈkʊriər/

courier

курьер

Meaning

a person or company that delivers messages, packages, or mail

Example

The courier delivered the documents on time.

Курьер доставил документы вовремя.

C2 verb /kənˈtɔːrt/

contort

искривлять

Meaning

to twist or bend out of the normal shape

Example

She contorted her face in pain after the injury.

Она скривила свое лицо от боли после травмы.

C1 noun /kənˈspɪrə.tər/

conspirator

заговорщик

Meaning

a person who secretly plans with others to do something unlawful or harmful

Example

The conspirator was arrested before the plan could be carried out.

Заговорщик был арестован до того, как план мог быть осуществлен.

A1 noun /ˈkɒf.i/

Coffee

кофе

Meaning

a hot drink made from roasted coffee beans

Example

I need a cup of coffee to start my morning.

Мне нужен стакан кофе, чтобы начать утро.

B1 noun /kluː/

clue

улика

Meaning

a piece of evidence or information used in the detection of a crime or solving a puzzle

Example

The detective found a clue near the window.

Детектив нашел улику рядом с окном.

B2 verb /ˈkærəktəraɪz/

characterize

характеризовать

Meaning

to describe or portray the distinctive features or qualities of someone or something

Example

The author characterizes the hero as brave and selfless.

Автор характеризует героя как смелого и самоотверженного.

C1 noun /ˈkliː.vər/

Cleaver

топорный нож

Meaning

a heavy knife with a broad blade used for chopping meat or vegetables

Example

The chef used a cleaver to chop the chicken bones.

Повар использовал топорный нож, чтобы разрубить кости курицы.

C1 verb /kɑːrp/

carp

жаловатся

Meaning

to complain or find fault continually, often about trivial matters

Example

She tends to carp about the smallest inconveniences.

Она склонна жаловаться на самые незначительные неудобства.

C1 noun /kəˈlæm.ɪ.ti/

Calamity

каламитет; катастрофа

Meaning

an event causing great and often sudden damage or distress; a disaster

Example

The earthquake was a terrible calamity that affected thousands of families.

Землетрясение было ужасной каламитетой, которое затронуло тысячи семей.

C1 noun /ˈsɛntɪˌliːtər/

centiliter

Meaning

A metric unit of capacity equal to one hundredth of a liter.

Example

The recipe calls for 20 centiliters of milk.

C1 adjective /kɜːrt/

curt

резкий

Meaning

Rudely brief in speech or manner.

Example

His curt reply made everyone uncomfortable.

Его резкий ответ заставил всех почувствовать дискомфорт.

C1 verb /ˌkaʊntərˈbæləns/

counterbalance

компенсировать

Meaning

to offset or balance the effect of something

Example

Exercise can counterbalance the negative effects of stress.

Упражнения могут компенсировать негативные последствия стресса.

B2 adverb /kənˈsɪdərəbli/

Considerably

значительно; существенно

Meaning

to a notably large degree; significantly; substantially

Example

The price has increased considerably over the past year.

Цена значительно увеличилась за последний год.

B2 adjective ˈkʌl.ɪ.nər.i

culinary

кулинарный

Meaning

Related to cooking or the preparation of food, especially in a sophisticated or professional manner.

Example

Culinary advancements enhance the dining experience.

Кулинарные достижения улучшают гастрономический опыт.

C1 adjective /ˈkɜːrsəri/

cursory

поверхностный

Meaning

Hasty and therefore not thorough or detailed.

Example

He gave the report only a cursory glance before the meeting.

Он лишь поверхностно взглянул на отчет перед встречей.

B2 noun /ˈsɜːr.tən.ti/

Certainty

уверенность

Meaning

firm conviction that something is the case; the quality of being reliably true

Example

We can say with certainty that the project will be completed on time.

Мы можем с уверенностью сказать, что проект будет завершен вовремя.

B2 noun kəˌlæbəˈreɪʃən

collaboration

сотрудничество

Meaning

The action of working with someone to produce or create something

Example

International collaboration is necessary to fight pollution.

Международное сотрудничество необходимо для борьбы с загрязнением.

B1 noun /ˈkwaɪər/

choir

хор

Meaning

An organized group of singers, typically performing in church services or concerts.

Example

The choir sang beautifully during the ceremony.

Хор пел прекрасно во время церемонии.

C1 noun /ˈkoʊtʃ.mən/

Coachman

кочер

Meaning

a person who drives a horse-drawn carriage or coach

Example

The coachman skillfully guided the horses through the busy streets.

Кочер умело вел лошадей через оживленные улицы.

C2 adjective /kəˈrɛlətɪv/

correlative

коррелятивный

Meaning

having a mutual relationship; corresponding

Example

The increase in temperature is correlative with the melting of glaciers.

Рост температуры коррелирует с таянием ледников.

B2 adjective /ˈsɪvɪk/

civic

гражданский

Meaning

relating to a city, town, or the duties of its citizens

Example

The mayor encouraged people to take part in civic activities.

Мэр призвал людей принимать участие в гражданских мероприятиях.

B1 noun /kəʊst/

Coast

побережье

Meaning

the part of the land near the sea; the edge of the land

Example

We drove along the coast to enjoy the view.

Мы поехали вдоль побережья, чтобы насладиться видом.

B2 adjective /ˌkɒm.plɪˈmen.tər.i/

Complimentary

комплиментарный; похвальный; предоставленный бесплатно как любезность

Meaning

expressing praise or admiration; given or supplied free of charge as a courtesy

Example

The hotel offers complimentary breakfast for all guests.

Отель предлагает бесплатный завтрак для всех гостей.

B2 adjective /ˈsɛl.əˌbreɪ.tɪd/

celebrated

знаменитый

Meaning

Widely known and praised; famous for an achievement.

Example

He is a celebrated author in the field of literature.

Он знаменитый автор в области литературы.

B2 noun /ˈkæp.tɪv/

Captive

пленный

Meaning

a person who has been taken prisoner or an animal that has been confined

Example

The captive was held in a small cell for several months.

Пленный был удержан в маленькой камере несколько месяцев.

C2 noun /ˈsɜːrtɪˌtjuːd/

certitude

уверенность

Meaning

Absolute certainty or conviction about something.

Example

She spoke with certitude about the outcome of the case.

Она говорила с уверенностью о результате дела.

C1 noun kəˈmɛns.mənt

commencement

начало

Meaning

The beginning of something; a ceremony at which degrees or diplomas are conferred on graduating students.

Example

The commencement ceremony marked the start of a new journey.

Церемония начала отметила начало нового пути.

C2 noun /ˈkɒliər/

collier

угольный шахтер

Meaning

a person who works in coal mines or a ship carrying coal

Example

The collier spent long hours underground extracting coal.

Угольный шахтер провел долгие часы под землей, добывая уголь.

A2 noun /tʃeɪn/

chain

цепь

Meaning

a connected series of metal rings used for fastening or securing things; a series of connected events or businesses

Example

He wore a gold chain around his neck.

Он носил золотую цепочку на шее.

C2 adjective /ˈsɜːrkəmskraɪbd/

circumscribed

ограниченный

Meaning

restricted or limited in scope or freedom

Example

Her freedom of choice was circumscribed by social rules.

Ее свобода выбора была ограничена социальными правилами.

C2 noun /ˈkɒnsəvəˌtwɑː/

conservatoire

консерватория

Meaning

A school specializing in the study of music or drama.

Example

She trained as a pianist at the Paris Conservatoire.

Она училась на пианиста в Парижской консерватории.

B2 noun /ˈsɜːrkɪt/

circuit

круг / электрический путь

Meaning

A roughly circular line, route, or movement that starts and ends at the same place; also an electrical pathway.

Example

The runners completed the circuit around the park.

Бегуны завершили круг вокруг парка.

B2 noun /ˌklærɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

clarification

уточнение

Meaning

The action of making a statement or situation less confused and more clearly comprehensible.

Example

The manager requested clarification on the project details.

Менеджер запросил уточнение деталей проекта.

B1 adjective /ˈtʃælɪndʒɪŋ/

challenging

сложный

Meaning

difficult in a way that tests one's abilities

Example

The mountain climb was challenging but rewarding.

Подъем на гору был сложным, но полезным.

C2 noun/verb /ˈkætˌkɔːl/

catcall

крик или свист неодобрения или сексуального домогательства

Meaning

A loud whistle or shout of disapproval or sexual harassment directed at someone.

Example

The actress ignored the catcalls from the crowd.

Актриса проигнорировала катколы из толпы.

B2 verb /siːs/

cease

прекращать

Meaning

to bring or come to an end; to stop doing something

Example

The noise ceased as soon as the children went inside.

Шум прекратился, как только дети зашли внутрь.

A2 noun /ˈkændl/

candle

свеча

Meaning

a stick of wax with a wick that burns to give light

Example

She lit a candle during the power cut.

Она зажгла свечу во время отключения электричества.

C1 adjective /ˈkoʊvərt/

covert

скрытый

Meaning

hidden, secret, or not openly acknowledged

Example

The spy conducted a covert operation behind enemy lines.

Шпион провел скрытую операцию за вражескими линиями.

C1 adjective, noun /ˈkeɪnaɪn/

canine

связанный с собаками / клыки

Meaning

Relating to dogs; also refers to the pointed teeth in humans and animals

Example

The police trained a canine unit for search operations.

Полиция обучила кинологическую группу для поисковых операций.

B2 noun/adjective /kənˈstɪtʃuənt/

constituent

составная часть / избиратель

Meaning

Noun: A member of a constituency or an essential part of something. Adjective: Being a necessary part of a whole.

Example

The senator met with his constituents to discuss local issues.

Сенатор встретился со своими избирателями, чтобы обсудить местные проблемы.

A1 verb /kʌm/

come

приходить

Meaning

to move toward a place; to arrive at a place

Example

Please come to my birthday party.

Пожалуйста, приходите на мою день рождения.

B2 noun /kənˈsɪstənsi/

consistency

последовательность, единообразие

Meaning

The quality of always behaving or performing in a similar way; uniformity.

Example

Consistency in quality is key to customer satisfaction.

Последовательность в качестве - ключ к удовлетворенности клиента.

C1 noun /ˈsɪstərn/

cistern

резервуар

Meaning

A tank or container for storing water, usually for household use.

Example

The old house still had a cistern to collect rainwater.

В старом доме всё ещё был резервуар для сбора дождевой воды.

B1 noun /kənˈvɛnʃən/

convention

конвенция

Meaning

a widely accepted way of behaving or doing something; a formal meeting

Example

The annual writers' convention was held in Dhaka.

Ежегодная конференция писателей прошла в Дакке.

B2 adjective /ˈkɑːmjənl/

communal

общинный

Meaning

Shared by all members of a community; for common use.

Example

The villagers worked together in the communal garden.

Жители деревни вместе работали в общинном саду.

C1 adjective /kəˈθɑːr.tɪk/

cathartic

катарсический

Meaning

Providing psychological relief through the open expression of strong emotions.

Example

Writing about emotions can be a cathartic experience.

Письмо о эмоциях может быть катарсическим переживанием.

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.

B1 noun /ˈsɛntɪˌmiːtər/

centimeter

сантиметр

Meaning

A metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter.

Example

The table is 120 centimeters long.

Стол длиной 120 сантиметров.

C2 noun /ˈsɛntɔːr/

centaur

центавр

Meaning

A mythological creature with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse.

Example

The centaur is a well-known figure in Greek mythology.

Центавр является известной фигурой в греческой мифологии.

A1 modal verb /kʊd/

could

мог

Meaning

Used to indicate possibility, ability, or permission in the past or as a polite suggestion.

Example

He could swim when he was a child.

Он мог плавать, когда был ребенком.

C1 verb /ˈkʌn.dʒər/

conjure

вызывать

Meaning

to summon something as if by magic; to imagine vividly

Example

The magician conjured a rabbit out of the hat.

Фокусник призвал кролика из шляпы.

B2 noun /ˈkɒmənˌtɛri/

commentary

комментарий

Meaning

An expression of opinions or explanations about an event, situation, or text.

Example

The professor's commentary on the novel was insightful.

Комментарий профессора по роману был проницательным.

A1 noun /kɑːrd/

card

Meaning

A small, flat piece of stiff paper or thin cardboard used for various purposes, such as identification, greetings, or playing games.

Example

She handed me her business card after the meeting.

B2 noun /ˈklaɪ.mət əˌdæp.teɪ.ʃən/

climate adaptation

климатическая адаптация

Meaning

The process of adjusting to current or expected climate change and its effects.

Example

Climate adaptation ensures resilience to change.

Климатическая адаптация обеспечивает устойчивость к изменениям.

C2 noun /kaɪˈmɪərə/

chimera

химера

Meaning

A mythical creature with parts from different animals; also used to mean a fanciful illusion or unattainable dream.

Example

The idea of a perfect society is often a chimera.

Идея о совершенном обществе часто является химерой.

C1 noun /kənˈtɛnʃən/

contention

спор, разногласие

Meaning

heated disagreement or argument; a point asserted in debate

Example

The main contention between the two parties was over tax reform.

Основной спор между двумя партиями был связан с налоговой реформой.

C2 noun /ˌkæv.əlˈkeɪd/

cavalcade

кавалькада

Meaning

a formal procession of people riding on horses or in vehicles

Example

The king’s arrival was marked by a grand cavalcade.

Прибытие короля было отмечено великой кавалькадой.

B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.tər/

counter

прилавок

Meaning

a flat surface in a shop, bank, or kitchen where transactions or work are done

Example

The cashier stood behind the counter.

Кассир стоял за прилавком.

C2 noun/verb /ˈkʌdʒ.əl/

cudgel

палка

Meaning

A short, thick stick used as a weapon; to beat with a cudgel.

Example

The guard used a cudgel to chase away the thief.

Охранник использовал палку, чтобы прогнать вора.

C1 noun /kənˈsɜːvəˌtɪzəm/

conservatism

консерватизм

Meaning

A political or social philosophy promoting traditional institutions and resistance to change.

Example

Conservatism values tradition and gradual development.

Консерватизм ценит традиции и постепенное развитие.

B1 verb /kənˈvɪns/

convince

убедить

Meaning

to make someone believe or feel certain about something

Example

She convinced him to attend the meeting.

Она убедила его пойти на встречу.

A2 noun /klaʊd/

Cloud

облако

Meaning

a visible mass of condensed water vapour floating in the atmosphere above the ground

Example

Dark clouds gathered before the storm.

Темные облака собрались перед бурей.

A1 verb /klɪr/

clear

очищать

Meaning

to remove obstructions; to make clean or transparent

Example

Please clear the table after dinner.

Пожалуйста, очистите стол после ужина.

B1 noun /ˈkɒnsɪkwənsɪz/

consequences

последствия

Meaning

Results or effects of an action or condition.

Example

The consequences of ignoring safety protocols can be severe.

Последствия игнорирования протоколов безопасности могут быть серьезными.

A1 noun /tʃiːz/

Cheese

сыр

Meaning

a food made from the pressed curds of milk; used for photography to make people smile

Example

She added grated cheese to the pasta for extra flavor.

Она добавила тертый сыр в пасту для дополнительного вкуса.

B1 adverb /ˈkɒmənli/

commonly

обычно

Meaning

usually or by most people

Example

This phrase is commonly used in everyday speech.

Эта фраза обычно используется в повседневной речи.

B2 adjective ˌkæt.əˈstrɑː.fɪk

catastrophic

катастрофический, разрушительный

Meaning

Involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering.

Example

Climate change has catastrophic consequences.

Изменение климата имеет катастрофические последствия.

B2 adjective ˌkɒn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən.əl

constitutional

конституционный

Meaning

Relating to an established set of principles governing a state; in accordance with a political constitution.

Example

Constitutional reforms ensure fairness in the system.

Конституционные реформы обеспечивают справедливость в системе.

C1 noun /kɑːrˈtɒɡrəfər/

cartographer

картограф

Meaning

A person who makes maps.

Example

The cartographer carefully drew the map of the new territory.

Картограф тщательно нарисовал карту новой территории.

A2 adjective /ˈkɒmɪk/

comic

комический

Meaning

causing or meant to cause laughter

Example

The movie had several comic scenes.

В фильме было несколько комических сцен.

C1 noun /kəˈres/

Caress

ласковый жест

Meaning

a gentle or loving touch

Example

The mother's gentle caress calmed the crying baby.

Нежное прикосновение матери успокоило плачущего ребенка.

A1 noun /ˈkrɪsməs/

christmas

Рождество

Meaning

an annual festival celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed on December 25

Example

Families gather to celebrate Christmas with joy and love.

Семьи собираются, чтобы отпраздновать Рождество с радостью и любовью.

A2 adjective /kəˈneɪdiən/

canadian

канадский

Meaning

Relating to Canada or its people.

Example

She enjoys Canadian culture and traditions.

Она наслаждается канадской культурой и традициями.

B1 noun /tʃiːk/

Cheek

щека; нахальство;

Meaning

either side of the face below the eye; impudent or disrespectful behavior

Example

The baby's rosy cheeks showed she was healthy and happy.

Розовые щеки ребенка показали, что она здорова и счастлива.

C1 noun /kəˈnɛəri/

canary

канарейка

Meaning

a small, usually yellow bird known for its singing; also used as a warning sign in dangerous conditions

Example

The canary sang beautifully in its cage.

Канарейка пела прекрасно в своей клетке.

A2 noun /ˈsɪɡəˌrɛt/

cigarette

сигарета

Meaning

a small roll of finely cut tobacco wrapped in paper for smoking

Example

He lit a cigarette after dinner.

Он закурил сигарету после ужина.

B2 adjective ˌkɒntrəˈdɪktəri

contradictory

противоречивый

Meaning

Mutually opposed or inconsistent; containing elements that oppose each other.

Example

Their views on education are contradictory.

Их взгляды на образование противоречивы.

B1 adjective /ˈklæsɪk/

classic

классика, выдающийся

Meaning

Judged over a period of time to be of the highest quality and outstanding of its kind.

Example

That movie is a classic example of 90s comedy.

Этот фильм является классическим примером комедии 90-х.

C1 noun /ˈʃæsi/

chassis

рама автомобиля

Meaning

the base frame of a vehicle or other wheeled machine

Example

The mechanic examined the car's chassis for damage.

Механик проверил шасси автомобиля на повреждения.

C2 adjective /kənˈsʌmptɪv/

consumptive

потребительский

Meaning

Relating to or characterized by consumption; historically used to describe someone suffering from tuberculosis.

Example

The doctor advised against consumptive habits.

Врач посоветовал избегать потребительских привычек.

B2 verb /kənˈtɛnd/

contend

состязаться, утверждать

Meaning

to strive or compete for something; to assert earnestly

Example

Athletes from around the world contend for the championship.

Атлеты со всего мира борются за чемпионство.

C1 adjective /kənˈtɛmptəbl/

contemptible

презренный, достойный презрения

Meaning

deserving of contempt; despicable

Example

His deceitful actions were truly contemptible.

Его обманные действия были действительно презренными.

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 verb /ˈkɒmbæt/

combat

сражаться

Meaning

to fight against something, especially to reduce or stop it

Example

The government is taking steps to combat corruption.

Правительство принимает меры для борьбы с коррупцией.

C2 noun /kəˌrɒbəˈreɪʃən/

corroboration

подтверждение

Meaning

evidence that confirms or supports a statement, theory, or finding

Example

The documents provided strong corroboration of her claims.

Документы предоставили убедительное подтверждение её утверждений.

A2 verb /tʃiːt/

cheat

жульничать

Meaning

to act dishonestly; to break rules for advantage

Example

He cheats on the exam by copying answers.

Он обманывает на экзамене, копируя ответы.

C2 noun /ˈkriːdoʊ/

credo

кредо

Meaning

A statement of the beliefs or aims that guide someone's actions.

Example

Honesty has always been the central credo of his life.

Честность всегда была центральным кредо его жизни.

B1 noun /kəmˈpær.ɪ.sən/

Comparison

сравнение

Meaning

the act of examining the similarities and differences between two or more things

Example

The teacher made a comparison between the two poems to show their different styles.

Учитель сделал сравнение между двумя стихами, чтобы показать их разные стили.

B2 verb /kənˈsɒl.ɪ.deɪt/

consolidate

консолидировать

Meaning

To combine things in order to make them more effective or easier to handle.

Example

The company aims to consolidate its market position.

Компания стремится консолидировать свою рыночную позицию.

B2 noun /ˌkɑm.pənˈseɪ.ʃən/

Compensation

компенсация; возмещение

Meaning

something given or received as an equivalent for services, debt, loss, injury, or suffering; payment or reward

Example

The company provided financial compensation to the workers injured in the accident.

Компания предоставила финансовую компенсацию работникам, пострадавшим в аварии.

C2 noun /tʃɜːrl/

churl

Meaning

A rude, boorish, or ill-mannered person.

Example

The waiter was such a churl that customers left unhappy.

B2 verb /kənˈsiːd/

concede

признавать

Meaning

to admit something is true or valid, often reluctantly

Example

She finally conceded that she was wrong.

Она наконец признала, что ошибалась.

C2 noun /kɒˈkeɪd/

cockade

ленточная розетка

Meaning

a rosette or knot of ribbon, usually worn on a hat as a badge of office or party

Example

The soldier wore a red cockade on his cap.

Солдат носил красную ленточную розетку на своей кепке.

C1 verb /siːd/

cede

уступать

Meaning

to give up power, territory, or rights to another

Example

The country ceded territory after losing the war.

Страна уступила территорию после проигрыша на войне.