B2 noun /ˈkʌmbæk/

comeback

возвращение

Meaning

A return to a former status or success after a period of decline.

Example

The singer made a remarkable comeback after years of silence.

Певец сделал замечательное возвращение после лет молчания.

B2 adjective /ˈtʃiːzi/

cheesy

дешевый/слишком сентиментальный

Meaning

tacky, overly sentimental, or cheap in quality

Example

The movie was funny but a bit too cheesy.

Фильм был смешным, но немного слишком банальным.

B2 adjective kəˈlɛktɪv

collective

коллективный

Meaning

Done by people acting as a group; shared by all members of a group.

Example

Victory Day represents our collective pride.

День Победы символизирует нашу коллективную гордость.

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.

B2 noun /kənˈtroʊlər/

controller

контроллер

Meaning

a person or device that manages, directs, or regulates something

Example

The game controller made it easy to play the video game.

Контроллер игры упростил игру в видеоигры.

B2 adjective /kənˈvɪnsɪŋ/

Convincing

убедительный; достоверный; убедительный; способный заставить кого-то поверить чему-то

Meaning

believable; credible; persuasive; able to make someone believe something

Example

His convincing argument won over the entire jury.

Его убедительный аргумент победил всю присяжных.

B2 verb /kənˈstrʌkt/

construct

строить

Meaning

to build or form something by putting parts together

Example

They plan to construct a new bridge over the river.

Они планируют построить новый мост через реку.

B2 noun /tʃʌŋk/

chunk

кусок / ломоть

Meaning

a thick or solid piece of something

Example

She cut the cake into large chunks.

Она нарезала торт большими кусками.

B2 noun /ˈkɒk.roʊtʃ/

Cockroach

таракан

Meaning

a flat brown insect that is commonly found in kitchens and other warm places

Example

A cockroach ran across the kitchen floor quickly.

Таракан быстро побежал по кухонному полу.

B2 noun /kənˈvɜːrtər/

converter

преобразователь

Meaning

a device or person that changes something from one form, system, or use to another; a tool that converts data, energy, or materials

Example

The engineer used a converter to change AC power into DC power.

Инженер использовал преобразователь для преобразования переменного тока в постоянный.

B2 noun/verb /ˈkɒmplɪmənt/

complement

комплимент

Meaning

something that completes or goes well with something; to add something that enhances or improves

Example

The scarf complements her outfit perfectly.

шарф идеально дополняет ее наряд.

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.

B2 noun /ˌkɒn.tɪˈnjuː.ɪ.ti/

continuity

непрерывность

Meaning

the state of being continuous or connected; consistency over time

Example

Maintaining continuity in leadership is essential for organizational stability.

Поддержание непрерывности в лидерстве важно для стабильности организации.

B2 noun /kənˈsʌmp.ʃən/

Consumption

потребление

Meaning

The using up of a resource or the amount of a product consumed by consumers.

Example

High energy consumption leads to increased electricity bills.

Высокое потребление энергии приводит к увеличению счетов за электричество.

B2 adjective /kənˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/

Conditional

условный; зависимый от условий

Meaning

dependent on certain conditions; not absolute

Example

The job offer is conditional upon passing the background check.

Предложение о работе условно на основе прохождения проверки биографических данных.

B2 noun /ˈkɒn.ʃəs.nəs/

consciousness

осознанность

Meaning

The state of being aware of and able to think about one's existence, sensations, thoughts, and surroundings.

Example

Meditation helps improve consciousness and clarity of thought.

Медитация помогает улучшить осознанность и ясность мыслей.

B2 noun /ˈklær.ɪ.ti/

clarity

ясность

Meaning

The quality of being coherent and intelligible; transparency or lucidity.

Example

The speaker's clarity made the concept easy to understand.

Ясность речи сделала концепцию легкой для понимания.

B2 noun /kwɪˈziːn/

cuisine

кухня

Meaning

A style or method of cooking, especially characteristic of a particular country or region.

Example

Italian cuisine is famous all over the world.

Итальянская кухня известна по всему миру.

B2 noun /kəmˈpoʊnənt/

component

компонент

Meaning

a part or element of a larger whole, especially a machine or system

Example

The engine is the most important component of the car.

Двигатель является самой важной частью автомобиля.

B2 noun /kəˈrɪkjələm/

curriculum

учебный план

Meaning

The subjects comprising a course of study in a school, college, or university.

Example

The school updated its curriculum to include more digital literacy courses.

Школа обновила свой учебный план, чтобы включить больше курсов по цифровой грамотности.

B2 noun ˌkætəˈstrɒfɪk ɪˈvents

catastrophic events

катастрофические события

Meaning

Extremely destructive or damaging events that cause widespread devastation.

Example

Cyclones are catastrophic events in Bangladesh.

Циклоны — это катастрофические события в Бангладеш.

B2 verb/noun /ˈsɛnsər/

censor

цензурировать

Meaning

to suppress or remove parts of books, films, or information considered offensive or harmful; a person who does this

Example

The government tried to censor the controversial film.

Правительство пыталось цензурировать спорный фильм.

B2 noun /ˌkɒrəˈleɪʃən/

correlation

корреляция

Meaning

a mutual relationship or connection between two or more things

Example

Researchers found a strong correlation between diet and heart disease.

Исследователи обнаружили сильную корреляцию между диетой и сердечными заболеваниями.

B2 noun /ˈkænjən/

canyon

каньон

Meaning

A deep gorge, typically one with a river flowing through it.

Example

The Colorado River carved the Grand Canyon over millions of years.

Река Колорадо вырезала Гранд-Каньон за миллионы лет.

B2 noun ˈkrɪp.toʊˌkɝː.ən.si

cryptocurrency

криптовалюта

Meaning

Decentralized digital currency operated using blockchain technology.

Example

Bitcoin is the most popular cryptocurrency in the market.

Биткойн - самая популярная криптовалюта на рынке.

B2 noun /kəmˈplɛksɪti/

complexity

сложность

Meaning

The state of being complex; intricacy.

Example

The complexity of the problem required a team of experts.

Сложность проблемы требовала команды экспертов.

B2 noun /kənˌfɪɡəˈreɪʃən/

configuration

конфигурация

Meaning

an arrangement of parts or elements in a particular form or structure

Example

The configuration of the system needs to be adjusted for better performance.

Конфигурация системы должна быть настроена для лучшей производительности.

B2 noun /kraɪst/

christ

Христос

Meaning

the title given to Jesus, considered the Messiah in Christianity

Example

Christ is central to Christian faith.

Христос является центральной фигурой христианской веры.

B2 noun /ˌkɔːriˈændər/

Coriander

кориандр

Meaning

aromatic herb with feathery leaves used for flavoring food; also refers to the seeds used as spice

Example

Fresh coriander leaves are sprinkled on top of the curry.

Свежие листья кориандра посыпаются на карри.

Meaning

a room in which legal cases are heard and decided by a judge

Example

The witness was called to testify in the courtroom.

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 ˌkʌl.tɪˈveɪ.ʃən

cultivation

возделывание

Meaning

The practice of preparing and using land for crops or gardening; the action of improving or developing something.

Example

The cultivation of organic crops has increased worldwide.

Возделывание органических культур увеличилось во всем мире.

B2 adjective /kɒzˈmɛt.ɪk/

cosmetic

косметический

Meaning

relating to beauty or appearance; intended to improve looks

Example

She bought a new cosmetic cream for her skin.

Она купила новый косметический крем для своей кожи.

B2 noun /kreɪn/

Crane

журавль

Meaning

a large tall bird with long legs and neck; a machine for lifting heavy objects

Example

The graceful crane stood motionless by the water's edge.

Грациозный журавль стоял неподвижно на краю воды.

B2 noun /ˈkɔːr.əs/

Chorus

хор; часть песни, которая повторяется после каждого куплета

Meaning

a large organized group of singers; a part of a song that is repeated after each verse

Example

The school chorus performed beautifully at the annual concert.

Школьный хор выступил великолепно на ежегодном концерте.

B2 noun /kəˈmɪʃənər/

commissioner

комиссар

Meaning

an official in charge of a particular department or area

Example

The police commissioner addressed the media about the incident.

Полицейский комиссар рассказал СМИ о происшествии.

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 /kənˈsiːv/

conceive

задумать, забеременеть

Meaning

to form or imagine an idea in the mind; to become pregnant

Example

It is hard to conceive how such an idea could succeed.

Трудно представить, как такая идея может быть успешной.

B2 noun /kəˈlɪʒ.ən/

Collision

коллизия; столкновение

Meaning

an instance of one moving object hitting violently against another; a conflict of opposing ideas or interests

Example

The collision between two cars caused a major traffic jam.

Коллизия двух машин вызвала большую пробку.

B2 noun /kəʊˌɔːdɪˈneɪʃən/

coordination

координация

Meaning

the process of organizing different elements to work together effectively

Example

The coordination between the teams was flawless.

Координация между командами была безупречной.

B2 noun /ˌkrɛd.ɪˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/

credibility

достоверность

Meaning

The quality of being trusted and believed in; trustworthiness.

Example

His credibility as a leader remains unquestioned.

Его достоверность как лидера остается неоспоримой.

B2 noun /krɑk pɑt/

Crock pot

медленноварка

Meaning

an electric cooking pot that cooks food slowly at low temperatures

Example

I put the chicken and vegetables in the crock pot before going to work.

Я положил курицу и овощи в медленноварку перед тем, как пойти на работу.

B2 noun /kənˈsɛʃən/

concession

уступка

Meaning

something that is granted, especially in response to demands; a compromise

Example

The company made several concessions during the negotiations.

Компания сделала несколько уступок в ходе переговоров.

B2 adverb /kənˈtɪnjuəsli/

Continuously

непрерывно; постоянно; без перерыва

Meaning

without interruption; in an unbroken sequence

Example

The machine operates continuously for 24 hours.

Машина работает непрерывно 24 часа.

B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.səl.ər/

counselor

консультант

Meaning

a person trained to give guidance on personal, social, or psychological problems

Example

The school counselor helped the student deal with stress.

Школьный консультант помог ученику справиться со стрессом.

B2 verb /kənˈsiːl/

conceal

скрывать

Meaning

to hide something or keep it secret

Example

He tried to conceal his disappointment behind a smile.

Он попытался скрыть свое разочарование за улыбкой.

B2 noun /kaʊtʃ/

Couch

диван

Meaning

a long upholstered seat for more than one person, typically with a back and arms

Example

The family gathered on the couch to watch a movie.

Семья собралась на диване, чтобы посмотреть фильм.

B2 adjective /kræmpt/

cramped

тесный, неудобно маленький

Meaning

uncomfortably small or restricted

Example

The room was so cramped that we could barely move.

Комната была так тесна, что мы едва могли двигаться.

B2 noun /ˈkʌt.lət/

Cutlet

котлета

Meaning

a small piece of meat, especially veal or lamb, for frying or grilling

Example

She served delicious chicken cutlets for dinner.

Она подала вкусные куриные котлеты на ужин.

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 /ˈkɒmpoʊst/

compost

компост

Meaning

decayed organic matter used as fertilizer

Example

The gardener added compost to enrich the soil.

Садовник добавил компост, чтобы улучшить почву.

B2 verb /ˌkoʊ.ɪnˈsaɪd/

coincide

совпадать

Meaning

To occur at the same time or to be in agreement.

Example

The meeting coincided with her birthday.

Встреча совпала с её днём рождения.

B2 adjective /ˈsel.jə.lər/

Cellular

клеточный

Meaning

relating to cells; consisting of cells; relating to mobile phone technology

Example

Cellular technology has revolutionized communication.

Клеточные технологии революционизировали коммуникацию.

B2 adjective /ˈkɒnʃəs/

conscious

сознательный

Meaning

Aware of and responding to one's surroundings; awake.

Example

She was fully conscious after the surgery.

Она была полностью в сознании после операции.

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.

B2 adjective /ˈklɪn.ɪ.kəl/

clinical

клинический

Meaning

Related to the observation and treatment of patients rather than theoretical study.

Example

The doctor conducted a clinical examination.

Доктор провел клиническое обследование.

B2 noun /kəˈlɛktər/

collector

коллекционер

Meaning

a person who collects things as a hobby or job

Example

He is a stamp collector with thousands of rare items.

Он коллекционер марок с тысячами редких предметов.

B2 noun /kənˈvɪk.ʃən/

conviction

убеждение

Meaning

A firmly held belief or opinion.

Example

She spoke with conviction, making everyone believe her.

Она говорила с убеждением, заставляя всех поверить в неё.

B2 noun/verb /ˈtʃɑːrtər/

charter

чартер / аренда

Meaning

a written document granting rights or privileges; to hire a vehicle or vessel for temporary use

Example

The company decided to charter a bus for the trip.

Компания решила арендовать автобус для поездки.

B2 noun /ˈkʌlprɪt/

culprit

виновник

Meaning

a person who is responsible for a crime or misdeed

Example

The police caught the culprit behind the robbery.

Полиция поймала виновника за ограблением.

B2 noun kjuːz

cues

подсказки

Meaning

Signals or hints from conversation or environment that help understanding

Example

Facial expressions provide cues about a person's emotions.

Лицевые выражения дают подсказки о эмоциях человека.

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.

B2 noun /ˌkɒmplɪˈkeɪʃən/

complication

осложнение

Meaning

A problem or difficulty that makes a situation harder to deal with.

Example

His illness led to serious complications after surgery.

Его болезнь привела к серьезным осложнениям после операции.

B2 noun ˌkɒm.prɪˈhɛn.ʃən

comprehension

понимание

Meaning

The ability to understand something; understanding or grasp of knowledge.

Example

Reading improves vocabulary and comprehension skills.

Чтение улучшает словарный запас и навыки понимания.

B2 noun /kɜːrv/

Curve

изгиб; поворот

Meaning

a line or outline that gradually deviates from being straight; a bend or turn in a road or path

Example

The driver slowed down as he approached the sharp curve in the mountain road.

Водитель замедлил скорость, когда он приблизился к резкому повороту на горной дороге.

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.

B2 noun /ˈkʊk.uː/

Cuckoo

кукушка

Meaning

a bird known for its distinctive call and for laying eggs in other birds' nests

Example

We heard the cuckoo calling from the forest early in the morning.

Мы слышали кукушку, поющую в лесу рано утром.

B2 verb /kreɪv/

crave

страстно желать, стремиться

Meaning

to have a strong desire for something

Example

She craves adventure and often travels to remote places.

Она жаждет приключений и часто путешествует в отдалённые места.

B2 adjective /ˈtʃuːzi/

choosy

придирчивый

Meaning

very careful in choosing; selective

Example

She is very choosy about the clothes she wears.

Она очень придирчива к одежде, которую носит.

B2 noun /ˈkɒl.ər/

Collar

ошейник

Meaning

a band of material around the neck; in jewelry context, a close-fitting necklace

Example

She wore an elegant pearl collar to the formal dinner.

Она носила элегантный жемчужный ошейник на официальном ужине.

B2 adjective /kruːd/

crude

сырой

Meaning

in a natural or raw state; not yet processed or refined

Example

The crude oil is processed into fuel and chemicals.

Сырая нефть перерабатывается в топливо и химикаты.

B2 noun /ˌsɜː.kjʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

circulation

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Meaning

The movement of blood through the body, or the movement of any fluid through a closed system.

Example

Proper circulation ensures that oxygen and nutrients reach every cell.

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B2 noun /ˌkovuːɪɡˈzɪs.təns/

Co-existence

сосуществование

Meaning

the state of existing together at the same time or in the same place; peaceful cohabitation

Example

The peaceful co-existence of different cultures makes this city unique.

Мирное сосуществование различных культур делает этот город уникальным.

B2 noun ˈkɔːʃən

caution

осторожность

Meaning

Care taken to avoid danger or mistakes; a warning or piece of advice.

Example

Researchers issued a caution regarding unsustainable fishing.

Исследователи выпустили предупреждение относительно неустойчивого рыболовства.

B2 adjective /kənˈsɪd.ər.ɪt/

Considerate

внимательный; заботливый

Meaning

showing careful thought about the feelings or wishes of others; thoughtful

Example

He is always considerate of others' feelings.

Он всегда заботится о чувствах других.

B2 adjective /ˈkɒmp(ə)rəbl/

comparable

сопоставимый

Meaning

Able to be likened to something else in size, amount, or quality.

Example

The two products are comparable in quality but differ in price.

Два продукта сопоставимы по качеству, но различаются по цене.

B2 verb /ˈkɑːmpənseɪt/

compensate

компенсировать

Meaning

to give something to make up for loss or damage; to counterbalance

Example

The company will compensate employees for overtime work.

Компания компенсирует сотрудникам переработку.

B2 noun /ˌkɒndɛnˈseɪʃən/

condensation

конденсация

Meaning

The process of water vapor changing into liquid; also, the act of making something more concise.

Example

Condensation formed on the windows during the cold night.

Конденсация образовалась на окнах в холодную ночь.

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.

B2 noun /kloʊv/

Clove

гвоздика

Meaning

aromatic flower buds of a tree in the family Myrtaceae, used as a spice

Example

She added a few cloves to the mulled wine for extra flavor.

Она добавила несколько гвоздик в глинтвейн, чтобы придать ему больше вкуса.

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.

B2 noun /kæf/

Calf

теленок

Meaning

a young cow or bull; young of various large mammals

Example

The calf stayed close to its mother.

Теленок остался рядом с матерью.

B2 noun /ˈkæp.sɪ.kəm/

Capsicum

перец

Meaning

sweet pepper; bell pepper; colorful vegetable used in cooking

Example

Add red and green capsicum to make the dish colorful and nutritious.

Добавьте красный и зеленый перец, чтобы сделать блюдо ярким и питательным.

B2 noun /ˌkɔːrpəˈreɪʃən/

corporation

корпорация

Meaning

A large company or group of companies that is legally recognized as a single entity.

Example

The corporation invested heavily in renewable energy projects.

Корпорация сделала большие инвестиции в проекты по возобновляемой энергии.

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.

B2 noun/verb /kəˈmjuː.tɪŋ/

commuting

ежедневные поездки

Meaning

Regular travel to and from workplace, daily journey for work.

Example

He spends two hours commuting to work every day.

Он тратит два часа на поездки на работу каждый день.

B2 noun ˌsaɪ.bə.sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti

cybersecurity

кибербезопасность

Meaning

The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks

Example

Cybersecurity ensures safe digital operations.

Кибербезопасность обеспечивает безопасные цифровые операции.

B2 noun /ˈkænvəs/

canvas

холст

Meaning

A strong, coarse cloth used for tents, sails, or painting.

Example

The artist prepared a canvas for his new painting.

Художник приготовил холст для своей новой картины.

B2 adjective /ˈkæθəlɪk/

catholic

католический

Meaning

Including a wide variety; all-embracing; relating to the Roman Catholic Church.

Example

She has catholic tastes in music, enjoying everything from jazz to opera.

У нее католические вкусы в музыке, она наслаждается всем, от джаза до оперы.

B2 verb /kəmˈpaɪl/

compile

собирать

Meaning

to collect information or material and put it together in a list, report, or book

Example

She compiled the research data into a detailed report.

Она собрала исследовательские данные в подробный отчет.

B2 noun /ˈkɑːrɡoʊ/

cargo

груз

Meaning

goods carried by a ship, plane, or other transport

Example

The ship was loaded with valuable cargo.

Корабль был загружен ценным грузом.

B2 adverb /kənˈvɜːrsli/

conversely

наоборот

Meaning

in an opposite or contrary manner

Example

He is rich, conversely, his brother struggles financially.

Он богат, наоборот, его брат финансово борется.

B2 adjective /ˈtʃeɪn.dʒə.bəl/

Changeable

изменяемый; переменчивый

Meaning

able to be changed; likely to change frequently

Example

The weather is very changeable in spring.

Погода очень переменчива весной.

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 /ˈkɔːstli/

costly

дорогой

Meaning

expensive or causing a lot of money, time, or effort

Example

Their mistake proved to be very costly for the company.

Их ошибка оказалась очень дорогой для компании.

B2 adverb /kənˈsɪstəntli/

consistently

непрерывно

Meaning

in a way that does not vary; regularly and dependably

Example

She has been performing consistently well in her studies.

Она постоянно показывает хорошие результаты в учебе.

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 /kʌb/

Cub

медвежонок

Meaning

a young bear, lion, tiger, or other large carnivorous mammal

Example

The bear cub stayed close to its mother for protection.

Медвежонок оставался рядом с матерью для защиты.

B2 noun /ˈsɪnəmən/

Cinnamon

корица

Meaning

aromatic spice obtained from the inner bark of several tree species

Example

Cinnamon is often used in baking and desserts.

Корица часто используется при выпечке и десертах.

B2 noun /ˌkɑː.bəʊˈhaɪ.dreɪts/

carbohydrates

углеводы

Meaning

Organic compounds consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, serving as a primary source of energy for the body.

Example

Whole grains are a great source of healthy carbohydrates.

Цельнозерновые продукты - отличный источник здоровых углеводов.

B2 adjective /ˈkælkjuleɪtɪd/

calculated

рассчитанный

Meaning

Done with full awareness of the consequences; deliberate or carefully planned.

Example

Her calculated move gave her an advantage over her competitors.

Ее рассчитанный ход дал ей преимущество над конкурентами.

B2 noun /ˈkæs.ər.oʊl bɑːks/

Casserole box

кассрола

Meaning

a covered dish used for cooking and serving food, especially baked dishes

Example

The casserole box kept the food warm during the dinner party.

Кассрола сохранила еду горячей во время ужина.

B2 adjective /kənˈtɛmpərɛri/

contemporary

современный, современный

Meaning

belonging to the same time period; modern

Example

She enjoys contemporary art exhibitions.

Она наслаждается выставками современного искусства.

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.

B2 noun ˈkrɪt.ɪ.kəl ˈθɪŋ.kɪŋ

critical thinking

критическое мышление

Meaning

The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment.

Example

Critical thinking helps in making informed decisions.

Критическое мышление помогает принимать обоснованные решения.

B2 adjective /ˈsɪn.ɪ.kəl/

cynical

циничный

Meaning

Believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.

Example

She was cynical about the politician's promises.

Она была циничной по поводу обещаний политика.

B2 adjective /ˌkɒmplɪˈmɛntəri/

complementary

дополнительный

Meaning

combining in such a way as to enhance or emphasize the qualities of each other

Example

The two partners have complementary skills.

У двух партнеров есть дополнительные навыки.

B2 verb /tʃænt/

chant

петь

Meaning

to sing or recite in a rhythmic way

Example

The monks chant prayers in the temple.

Монахи поют молитвы в храме.

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.