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 ɑːmd ˈkɒn.flɪkt

armed conflict

вооружённый конфликт

Meaning

A contest of armed forces; warfare between opposing military forces.

Example

Armed conflict resulted in widespread devastation.

Вооружённый конфликт привёл к широкомасштабному разрушению.

B2 noun /ˌɒn.trə.prəˈnɜːr/

Entrepreneur

человек, который организует и управляет бизнесом или несколькими бизнесами

Meaning

a person who organizes and operates a business or businesses

Example

The young entrepreneur started her own tech company at age 22.

Молодая предпринимательница начала свой собственный технологический бизнес в 22 года.

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 verb /maʊnt/

mount

устанавливать

Meaning

to climb up, rise, or fix something in place

Example

They plan to mount a camera on the wall.

Они планируют установить камеру на стену.

B2 adjective /ˈspiː.di/

Speedy

быстрый; скоростной; ловкий;

Meaning

moving or happening quickly; fast

Example

The speedy delivery service arrived within an hour.

Служба быстрой доставки прибыла в течение часа.

B2 noun /ˈtreɪdmɑːrk/

trademark

торговая марка

Meaning

a symbol, word, or words legally registered or established by use as representing a company or product

Example

The company’s logo is its trademark.

Логотип компании — это её торговая марка.

B2 adjective /pəˈθet.ɪk/

Pathetic

патетичный; жалкий

Meaning

arousing pity; extremely poor or inadequate

Example

His pathetic attempt to apologize made things worse.

Его патетическая попытка извиниться только усугубила ситуацию.

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊ.vi.ət/

soviet

советский

Meaning

relating to the Soviet Union or its government

Example

The Soviet era saw significant changes in Eastern Europe.

Советская эра принесла значительные изменения в Восточной Европе.

B2 adverb /ˈsʌbsɪkwəntli/

subsequently

затем

Meaning

at a later time; afterward

Example

He failed his exam and subsequently had to retake it.

Он не сдал экзамен и затем ему пришлось его пересдавать.

B2 adverb /əˈdɪʃənəli/

additionally

дополнительно

Meaning

in addition to what has been said or done

Example

Additionally, we offer discounts for early bookings.

Кроме того, мы предлагаем скидки для ранних бронирований.

B2 noun /diːd/

Deed

действие; подвиг; юридический документ;

Meaning

an action that is performed intentionally or consciously; a legal document showing ownership

Example

His heroic deed saved the child from drowning in the river.

Его геройский поступок спас ребенка от утопления в реке.

B2 adjective /ɪnˈvɪz.ə.bəl/

Invisible

невидимый

Meaning

unable to be seen; not visible to the eye

Example

The bacteria are invisible without a microscope.

Бактерии невидимы без микроскопа.

B2 adjective /ɪnˈseɪn/

insane

безумный

Meaning

mentally ill; extremely foolish or unreasonable

Example

The idea of jumping off the cliff seemed insane.

Идея прыгнуть с утеса казалась безумной.

B2 adjective /ɪnˈkeɪpəbəl/

incapable

неспособный

Meaning

lacking the ability, skill, or capacity to do something

Example

He is incapable of understanding complex instructions.

Он неспособен понять сложные инструкции.

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 noun/verb /ˈlɪtər/

litter

мусор

Meaning

rubbish or waste left lying in a public place; to make a place untidy by leaving rubbish

Example

The park was full of litter after the festival.

Парк был полон мусора после фестиваля.

B2 noun /ˈsɑːrˌkæzəm/

sarcasm

сарказм

Meaning

The use of irony to mock or convey contempt.

Example

His sarcasm often made people laugh but sometimes offended them.

Его сарказм часто заставлял людей смеяться, но иногда обижал их.

B2 verb /blɜːr/

blur

размывать

Meaning

to make something unclear or difficult to see

Example

Tears blurred her vision.

Слезы размазали её зрение.

B2 noun /rɪˈmuː.vəl/

Removal

удаление; изъятие; увольнение;

Meaning

the action of taking something away or eliminating it; dismissal from office

Example

The removal of the old furniture took all day.

Удаление старой мебели заняло весь день.

B2 verb /drɪft/

drift

дрейф

Meaning

to move slowly, especially by air or water currents

Example

The boat began to drift away from the shore.

Лодка начала отрываться от берега.

B2 adjective /ɪˈreɡjələr/

irregular

нерегулярный

Meaning

not even or consistent in shape, pattern, time, or behavior; not following normal rules

Example

His attendance at work has been irregular this month.

Его посещаемость на работе в этом месяце была нерегулярной.

B2 verb /ˈskrɪbəl/

scribble

царапать

Meaning

to write or draw carelessly or quickly

Example

The child scribbled all over the wall.

Ребенок начертил все на стене.

B2 noun ˈvaɪtəl rɪˈsɔːrsɪz

vital resources

жизненно важные ресурсы

Meaning

Essential assets or supplies that are crucial for survival and development.

Example

Water is one of Bangladesh's vital resources.

Вода — один из жизненно важных ресурсов Бангладеш.

B2 noun /ˈlɪn.ən/

linen

лен ткани

Meaning

A strong cloth made from the fibers of the flax plant, or items made from this cloth such as sheets or clothing.

Example

She bought new linen curtains for the living room.

Она купила новые льняные занавески для гостиной.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈlɪmɪtɪd/

unlimited

неограниченный

Meaning

without any limits or restrictions

Example

The internet plan offers unlimited data for the whole month.

Интернет-план предлагает неограниченные данные на весь месяц.

B2 adjective /ˈmɛʒərd/

measured

измеренный

Meaning

carefully considered and deliberate

Example

She spoke in a calm, measured tone.

Она говорила спокойным и измеренным тоном.

B2 noun ˌrev.əˈluː.ʃənz

revolutions

революции

Meaning

Dramatic and wide-reaching changes in political, social, or economic systems, often involving the overthrow of a government or social order.

Example

Revolutions often lead to significant societal changes.

Революции часто приводят к значительным социальным изменениям.

B2 adjective /ˈmaɪti/

mighty

могучий

Meaning

having great power or strength; very strong or impressive

Example

The mighty river flows through the heart of the country.

Могучая река течет через сердце страны.

B2 adjective /ˈlækɪŋ/

lacking

нехватка

Meaning

not having enough of something; missing

Example

His report was lacking in detail.

Его отчет не хватал деталей.

B2 adjective /ˈhɜː.bəl/

herbal

травяной

Meaning

Made from or containing herbs, especially for medicinal purposes.

Example

Herbal remedies were widely used here.

Травяные средства широко использовались здесь.

B2 noun /ɡɪɡ/

gig

живое выступление музыканта, группы или исполнителя; также временная работа

Meaning

A live performance by a musician, band, or entertainer; also a temporary job.

Example

The band has a gig at the local club tonight.

У группы сегодня вечер в клубе.

B2 noun /kwəʊˈteɪʃən/

quotation

цитата; ценовое предложение

Meaning

a group of words taken from a text or speech and repeated exactly; an estimated price given for goods or services

Example

The article opened with a famous quotation from Shakespeare.

Статья начиналась с известной цитаты Шекспира.

B2 verb /prɪˈzjuːm/

presume

предполагать

Meaning

To suppose something is true without proof; to take for granted.

Example

I presume she has already left for the meeting.

Я предполагаю, что она уже ушла на встречу.

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 ˈpeɪtriəˌtɪzəm

patriotism

патриотизм

Meaning

The quality of being patriotic; devotion to and vigorous support for one's country.

Example

Victory Day reflects the patriotism of the entire nation.

День Победы отражает патриотизм всей нации.

B2 noun /ˈfɛə(r)nɪs/

fairness

справедливость

Meaning

the quality of being free from bias, favoritism, or injustice

Example

She always strives for fairness in her decisions.

Она всегда стремится к справедливости в своих решениях.

B2 noun ˈɪndɪkeɪtə

indicator

индикатор

Meaning

A thing that indicates the state or level of something.

Example

The unemployment rate is a key indicator of economic health.

Уровень безработицы является ключевым индикатором экономического здоровья.

B2 noun ˈwɪl.paʊər

willpower

сила воли

Meaning

The ability to control your thoughts and actions in order to achieve what you want to do.

Example

Strong willpower is essential for achieving long-term goals.

Сильная сила воли необходима для достижения долгосрочных целей.

B2 adjective /flɔːd/

flawed

дефектный

Meaning

having a mistake or fault that reduces its value or quality

Example

The flawed design of the car led to a recall.

Неисправный дизайн автомобиля привел к отзыву.

B2 noun /saɪˈkɒlədʒɪst/

psychologist

психолог

Meaning

a person who studies mental processes and behavior

Example

The psychologist helped him cope with his anxiety.

Психолог помог ему справиться с его тревожностью.

B2 adjective /ˈrʌn daʊn/

run-down

обветшалый

Meaning

in a poor condition; worn out or neglected

Example

They live in a run-down house at the edge of town.

Они живут в обветшалом доме на окраине города.

B2 noun ˈpɛstɪˌsaɪd

pesticide

пестицид

Meaning

A substance used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals.

Example

The pesticide sprayed in the field killed the harmful insects.

Примененный в поле пестицид уничтожил вредных насекомых.

B2 adjective ˈpeɪn.ləs

painless

безболезненный

Meaning

Not causing pain; involving little effort or stress.

Example

Modern methods ensure painless treatment.

Современные методы обеспечивают безболезненное лечение.

B2 adjective dɪˈlɪbəreɪt

deliberate

сознательно сделано

Meaning

Done consciously and intentionally; carefully considered.

Example

His deliberate actions showed great care and thoughtfulness.

Его сознательные действия показали большую осторожность и продуманность.

B2 noun helθ ˈhæzərdz

health hazards

риски для здоровья

Meaning

Risks or dangers to physical health and well-being that can cause illness or injury.

Example

Plastic usage leads to significant health hazards.

Использование пластика приводит к серьезным рискам для здоровья.

B2 noun /ˈfreɪ.ɡrəns/

Fragrance

аромат; духи

Meaning

a pleasant, sweet smell; a perfume or cologne

Example

The fragrance of jasmine flowers filled the entire garden in the evening.

Аромат цветов жасмина наполнил весь сад вечером.

B2 adjective /ˌfɪl.əˈsɒf.ɪ.kəl/

philosophical

философский

Meaning

relating to the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence

Example

She maintained a calm and philosophical attitude during the crisis.

Она сохранила спокойное и философское отношение в кризисной ситуации.

B2 verb kəˈlaɪd

collide

столкнуться, сталкиваться

Meaning

Hit with force when moving; come into conflict or opposition.

Example

The two cars collided at the intersection.

Два автомобиля столкнулись на перекрестке.

B2 noun /ˈsɪmptəm/

symptom

симптом

Meaning

a sign or indication of something, especially of an illness

Example

Fever is a common symptom of the flu.

Лихорадка — это обычный симптом гриппа.

B2 noun /ˈbæk.boʊn/

Backbone

позвоночник

Meaning

the series of vertebrae extending from the skull to the pelvis; spine

Example

He injured his backbone in the accident.

Он повредил свой позвоночник в аварии.

B2 adjective /ˌhaɪ ˈtɛk/

high-tech

высокие технологии

Meaning

using or involving advanced technology.

Example

The company produces high-tech medical devices.

Компания производит медицинские устройства с использованием высоких технологий.

B2 noun /ˈrɪdəl/

Riddle

загадка

Meaning

a question or statement intentionally phrased so as to require ingenuity in ascertaining its answer or meaning; a puzzle

Example

The ancient riddle stumped all the scholars for years.

Древняя загадка сбивала с толку всех учёных на протяжении многих лет.

B2 noun /dɪsˈtrɛs/

distress

стресс

Meaning

extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

Example

He felt a deep sense of distress when he heard the bad news.

Он почувствовал глубокий стресс, когда услышал плохие новости.

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 verb /ˈpɪnpɔɪnt/

pinpoint

точно определить

Meaning

to locate or identify something with precision

Example

The detective was able to pinpoint the exact location of the suspect.

Детектив смог точно определить местоположение подозреваемого.

B2 noun ˈoʊzoʊn dɪˈpliʃən

ozone depletion

истощение озона

Meaning

The reduction in the amount of ozone in the Earth's stratosphere, leading to increased UV radiation.

Example

Ozone depletion increases UV radiation.

Исчерпание озона увеличивает ультрафиолетовое излучение.

B2 verb /niːl/

kneel

встать на колени

Meaning

to go down on one's knees; to rest on the knees

Example

The knight knelt before the king.

Рыцарь преклонился перед королем.

B2 adjective /ˈdred.fəl/

Dreadful

ужасный; страшный; кошмарный

Meaning

extremely bad or unpleasant; causing fear or suffering; terrible

Example

The weather was dreadful during our vacation.

Погода была ужасной во время нашего отпуска.

B2 noun /kɔːrd/

cord

шнур

Meaning

a long, thin, flexible string or rope

Example

He tied the package with a strong cord.

Он связал пакет прочным шнуром.

B2 noun ˈweə.rə.bəl dɪˈvaɪ.sɪz

wearable devices

носимые устройства

Meaning

Electronic devices that can be worn on the body, typically incorporating smart technology for monitoring health or providing information.

Example

Wearable devices help monitor heart rate and physical activity.

Носимые устройства помогают мониторить сердечный ритм и физическую активность.

B2 verb /əˈsɛmbəl/

assemble

собрать

Meaning

to gather or bring together in one place

Example

The students assembled in the hall for the meeting.

студенты собрались в зале для встречи.

B2 noun ˌlɪmɪˈteɪʃən

limitation

ограничение

Meaning

A limiting rule or circumstance; a restriction on the size or amount of something permissible.

Example

Limitation in data affects policy-making decisions.

Ограничения в данных влияют на принятие политических решений.

B2 noun /dɪˈfɛndər/

defender

защитник

Meaning

a person who protects someone or something from harm or attack

Example

The defender blocked the shot and saved the goal.

Защитник заблокировал удар и спас гол.

B2 noun /ˈɡlɑːs.weər/

Glass-ware

стеклянная посуда

Meaning

objects made of glass, especially drinking glasses and decorative objects

Example

The wedding registry included fine glassware.

Свадебный реестр включал в себя хрустальные изделия.

B2 adjective /ˈfɜːr.taɪl/

Fertile

плодородный

Meaning

capable of producing abundant vegetation or crops; able to conceive children

Example

The fertile soil in this region makes it perfect for growing vegetables.

Плодородная почва в этом регионе делает его идеальным для выращивания овощей.

B2 adjective /traɪˈʌmfənt/

Triumphant

триумфальный; радостный

Meaning

having won a battle or contest; rejoicing as a result of success

Example

The team was triumphant after winning the championship.

Команда была триумфальной после победы в чемпионате.

B2 adjective ˈstrʌktʃərəl

structural

структурный

Meaning

Relating to or forming part of a structure.

Example

The structural integrity of the bridge was tested after the storm.

Структурная целостность моста была проверена после шторма.

B2 noun /rek/

Wreck

разрушение; крушение;

Meaning

the destruction or disabling of a ship or vehicle; something that has been badly damaged or destroyed

Example

The car wreck blocked the highway for hours.

Автомобильная катастрофа заблокировала шоссе на несколько часов.

B2 adverb /ˈpʌŋk.tʃu.əl.i/

Punctually

пунктуально

Meaning

at the exact time arranged; on time; not late

Example

She always arrives punctually for meetings.

Она всегда приходит на встречи пунктуально.

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 noun /ˈæktɪˌvɪzəm/

activism

активизм

Meaning

The policy or action of using vigorous campaigning to bring about political or social change.

Example

Her environmental activism inspired many young people to take action.

Ее экологический активизм вдохновил многих молодых людей на действия.

B2 noun /ˈzɪɡzæɡ/

Zigzag

путь или линия с резкими чередующимися поворотами направо и налево; узор острых поворотов

Meaning

a line or course having abrupt alternate right and left turns; a pattern of sharp turns

Example

The road follows a zigzag pattern up the mountain.

Дорога идет зигзагообразно вверх по горе.

B2 noun /ˌɑːrkiˈɑːlədʒi/

archaeology

археология

Meaning

the study of human history and prehistory through excavation and analysis of artifacts, monuments, and other physical remains

Example

She studied archaeology to learn about ancient civilizations.

Она изучала археологию, чтобы узнать о древних цивилизациях.

B2 adjective /prəˈtɛktɪv/

protective

защитный

Meaning

giving or capable of giving protection; shielding from harm or danger

Example

She wore a protective helmet while riding her bike.

Она носила защитный шлем, когда каталась на велосипеде.

B2 verb /reɪn/

reign

царствовать

Meaning

to rule as a king or queen; to be dominant

Example

The queen reigned for over sixty years.

Королева правила более шестидесяти лет.

B2 noun /səˈspɪʃən/

Suspicion

подозрение

Meaning

a feeling or thought that someone is guilty of an illegal or dishonest activity

Example

The police arrested him on suspicion of theft.

Полиция арестовала его по подозрению в краже.

B2 noun /ˈsɛnət/

senate

сенат

Meaning

a legislative or governing body, typically the upper chamber in a bicameral legislature

Example

The senate voted in favor of the new healthcare bill.

Сенат проголосовал за новый законопроект о здравоохранении.

B2 noun /ˈruːmər/

Rumour

слух; сплетня; новость

Meaning

a currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth; gossip

Example

There's a rumour that the company will close next month.

Существует слух, что компания закроется в следующем месяце.

B2 adjective /ɪmˈplɪsɪt/

implicit

непрямой

Meaning

Suggested or understood without being directly stated.

Example

Her trust in him was implicit.

Ее доверие к нему было непрямым.

B2 adverb /ˌðɛərˈbaɪ/

Thereby

следовательно;

Meaning

as a result of that; by that means

Example

He worked hard and thereby achieved success.

Он много работал и следовательно добился успеха.

B2 adverb /ˈsmɑːt.li/

Smartly

умно; стильно; быстро

Meaning

in a clever or intelligent way; neatly and stylishly; quickly

Example

He was smartly dressed for the business meeting.

Он был одет стильно для деловой встречи.

B2 noun /buˈkeɪ/

Bouquet

букет цветов

Meaning

an attractively arranged bunch of flowers, especially one presented as a gift or carried at a ceremony

Example

The bride carried a beautiful bouquet of white roses down the aisle.

Невеста несла красивый букет из белых роз по проходу.

B2 verb /ɪˈmɜːrdʒ/

emerge

появляться

Meaning

to come into view or become apparent; to arise or appear from something

Example

New opportunities will emerge as the industry grows.

Новые возможности появятся по мере роста отрасли.

B2 adjective, verb (past) /səˈspɛndɪd/

suspended

приостановлено

Meaning

Temporarily not allowed, stopped, or hanging.

Example

He was suspended from school for a week.

Он был приостановлен в школе на неделю.

B2 noun /kəmˈpæʃ.ən/

Compassion

сострадание

Meaning

sympathetic concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others; deep awareness of suffering with a desire to help

Example

She showed great compassion towards the homeless children by providing them food and shelter.

Она проявила большое сострадание к бездомным детям, обеспечив их едой и укрытием.

B2 noun /ˌep.ɪˈdem.ɪk/

Epidemic

эпидемия

Meaning

a widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community

Example

The flu epidemic affected thousands of people across the country.

Грипп эпидемия затронула тысячи людей по всей стране.

B2 noun/adjective /ˌædəˈlɛsənt/

adolescent

подросток

Meaning

A young person in the process of developing from a child into an adult.

Example

Adolescents often experience rapid physical and emotional changes.

Подростки часто испытывают быстрые физические и эмоциональные изменения.

B2 noun /həˈraɪ.zən/

horizon

горизонт

Meaning

the line where the earth seems to meet the sky; the limit of one's knowledge, experience, or interest

Example

The sun disappeared below the horizon.

Солнце исчезло за горизонтом.

B2 verb /ɡrænt/

grant

предоставить

Meaning

to give or allow someone to have; to admit or agree

Example

The university granted him a scholarship.

Университет предоставил ему стипендию.

B2 noun /ˈdrɔː.bæk/

Drawback

недостаток; проблема; минус

Meaning

a feature that renders something less acceptable; a disadvantage or problem

Example

The main drawback of living in the city is the high cost of housing.

Основной недостаток жизни в городе - высокая стоимость жилья.

B2 verb /ˈvɒmɪt/

vomit

рвать

Meaning

to bring up food from the stomach through the mouth; to be sick

Example

The patient began to vomit after taking the medication.

Пациент начал рвать после приема лекарства.

B2 noun /ˈrem.ə.di/

Remedy

лекарство; средство

Meaning

a medicine or treatment for a disease; a solution to a problem

Example

This herbal remedy helps with headaches.

Это травяное средство помогает при головных болях.

B2 verb /sweɪ/

sway

качать

Meaning

To move or cause to move slowly or rhythmically back and forth; to influence someone's opinion or decision.

Example

The trees swayed gently in the breeze.

Деревья качались мягко на ветру.

B2 noun /ɡloʊb/

Globe

сферический объект; земля; сферическая модель земли

Meaning

a spherical or rounded object; the earth; a spherical model of the earth

Example

The teacher used a globe to show the students the locations of different countries.

Учитель использовал глобус, чтобы показать студентам расположение различных стран.

B2 noun steɪks

stakes

ставка

Meaning

A strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end, driven into the ground.

Example

The stakes were high for the success of the project.

Ставки были высоки для успеха проекта.

B2 noun /ˈbækɪŋ/

Backing

поддержка

Meaning

help or support; financial or material support

Example

The project received backing from several major investors.

Проект получил поддержку от нескольких крупных инвесторов.

B2 adverb /ˈsel.fɪʃ.li/

Selfishly

эгоистично

Meaning

in a selfish manner; caring only about oneself

Example

He selfishly took all the cookies.

Он эгоистично забрал все печенья.

B2 noun /ˌæl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən/

allocation

распределение

Meaning

The action or process of distributing resources or duties for a particular purpose.

Example

Budget allocation for education must be increased.

Распределение бюджета на образование должно быть увеличено.

B2 adjective /prəˈspɛktɪv/

prospective

перспективный

Meaning

likely or expected to happen in the future; potential

Example

The company is meeting with prospective clients next week.

Компания встретится с перспективными клиентами на следующей неделе.

B2 adjective /ɡəʊl ɔːˈrɪəntɪd/

goal-oriented

ориентированный на цель

Meaning

Focused on achieving specific objectives or targets; driven by clear aims.

Example

Being goal-oriented is crucial for achieving success.

Быть ориентированным на цель важно для достижения успеха.

B2 adjective /mæɡˈnɪfɪsənt/

magnificent

великолепный

Meaning

extremely beautiful, impressive, or splendid

Example

The view from the mountain was truly magnificent.

Вид с горы был по-настоящему великолепным.

B2 noun/verb /ɔːˈdɪʃən/

audition

прослушивание

Meaning

A trial performance by an actor, singer, or musician to demonstrate suitability for a role.

Example

She auditioned for the lead role in the school play.

Она прошла прослушивание на главную роль в школьной пьесе.

B2 noun /ˌvʌl.nər.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

vulnerability

уязвимость

Meaning

The quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed.

Example

Addressing vulnerability is crucial for stability.

Решение проблемы уязвимости критически важно для стабильности.

B2 noun /ɡreɪv/

Grave

могила

Meaning

a hole dug in the ground to receive a coffin; a place of burial; serious or solemn

Example

The family visited the grave of their beloved grandfather every Sunday.

Семья посещала могилу их любимого дедушки каждое воскресенье.

B2 noun /bɪtʃ/

Bitch

сука;

Meaning

a female dog; an unpleasant or spiteful woman (offensive)

Example

The bitch gave birth to five puppies.

Сука родила пятерых щенков.

B2 verb /dɪˈnaʊns/

denounce

осуждать

Meaning

To publicly declare something to be wrong, evil, or condemn strongly.

Example

The leader denounced corruption in his speech.

Лидер осудил коррупцию в своей речи.

B2 noun /ˈfɪks.tʃər/

fixture

постоянный объект, установленное оборудование

Meaning

a permanent or fixed object, often in a house or building

Example

The bathroom fixture was installed yesterday.

Сантехническое оборудование было установлено вчера.

B2 adjective /məˈkænɪkəl/

mechanical

счастье

Meaning

relating to machines or the way they work

Example

She has a good understanding of mechanical systems.

Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.

B2 noun /ˈmɜːrtʃənt/

merchant

торговец

Meaning

a person or company involved in the trade of goods, especially in large quantities

Example

The merchant sold spices from distant lands.

Торговец продавал специи из дальних стран.

B2 adjective /ɪˈrɪˌspɑn.sə.bəl/

Irresponsible

безответственный

Meaning

lacking a sense of responsibility; careless

Example

It was irresponsible of him to leave without telling anyone.

Он был безответственным, уходя, не сказав никому.

B2 noun ˈæt.rɪ.bjuːts

attributes

атрибуты

Meaning

A quality or feature regarded as a characteristic or inherent part of someone or something.

Example

Advanced crops possess beneficial attributes.

Передовые культуры обладают полезными аттрибутами.

B2 noun /njuːˈtrɪʃ.ən/

nutrition

питание

Meaning

The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.

Example

Good nutrition is vital for a healthy life.

Хорошее питание важно для здоровой жизни.

B2 noun ˈwɜːrkˌləʊd

workload

рабочая нагрузка

Meaning

The amount of work to be done by someone or something.

Example

His workload has increased dramatically in the past month.

Его рабочая нагрузка значительно увеличилась в прошлом месяце.

B2 noun /dɪˈrɛktəri/

rumor

слух

Meaning

a currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth.

Example

There’s a rumor that the company will merge next year.

Ходит слух, что компания объединится в следующем году.

B2 verb /əbˈzɔːrb/

absorb

впитывать

Meaning

to take in or soak up a liquid, energy, or information

Example

The sponge absorbed all the water.

Губка впитала всю воду.

B2 noun /ˈmæstəri/

Mastery

мастерство; квалификация;

Meaning

Great skill or expertise in a subject or activity

Example

His mastery of the violin impressed audiences around the world.

Его мастерство на скрипке впечатлило зрителей по всему миру.

B2 adjective /ˈsiː.z ə n.əl/

Seasonal

сезонный

Meaning

relating to or occurring in a particular season; changing according to the seasons

Example

Many businesses hire seasonal workers during the holidays.

Многие компании нанимают сезонных работников во время каникул.

B2 noun /ˈfækəlti/

faculty

факультет, способность

Meaning

an inherent mental or physical ability; a division of a university

Example

She has a remarkable faculty for languages.

У нее замечательная способность к языкам.

B2 noun, verb /bʌt/

butt

Meaning

to hit or push with the head or horns; the end part of something, especially a cigarette

Example

The goat butted the fence with its horns.