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B2 adverb /ˈkrɪtɪkli/

critically

критически
Meaning
in a way that expresses disapproval or a very serious, important way
Example
He was critically injured in the accident.
Он был критически ранен в аварии.
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.
B2 verb /kɑːrv/

carve

вырезать
Meaning
To cut or shape something, especially wood or stone, into a desired form.
Example
The artist carved a beautiful statue out of marble.
Художник вырезал красивую статую из мрамора.
B1 noun /ˈkɒtən/

cotton

счастье
Meaning
A soft white fibrous substance used to make cloth and thread.
Example
This shirt is made of pure cotton.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
C2 verb /kənˈdjuːs/

conduce

способствовать
Meaning
To help bring about a particular result; to contribute to something.
Example
Regular exercise conduces to better health.
Регулярные упражнения способствуют лучшему здоровью.
C2 noun /kərˈmʌdʒən/

curmudgeon

вспыльчивый старик
Meaning
a bad-tempered, cranky, or irritable person, usually old
Example
The old curmudgeon complained about everything in the neighborhood.
Старик-вспыльчивый жаловался на все в районе.
B2 noun /kʌlt/

cult

культ
Meaning
a system of religious veneration and devotion directed toward a particular figure or object
Example
The cult followed their leader with great devotion.
Культ следовал за своим лидером с большой преданностью.
B2 adjective /ˈkɒmɪkəl/

comical

комичный
Meaning
Funny in a strange or silly way; amusing.
Example
His comical expressions made everyone laugh.
Его комичные выражения заставили всех смеяться.
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.
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.
B1 noun /kəʊˌɒp.ərˈeɪ.ʃən/

cooperation

сотрудничество
Meaning
The process of working together to the same end.
Example
Cooperation ensures effective problem-solving.
Сотрудничество обеспечивает эффективное решение проблем.
A2 noun/verb /ˈsaɪkl/

cycle

велосипед / цикл
Meaning
a series of events that repeat in the same order; or to ride a bicycle
Example
She cycles to school every day.
Она ездит в школу на велосипеде каждый день.
C2 noun /ˌkɒnvəˈluːʃən/

convolution

конволюция, сложный изгиб или структура
Meaning
a twist, coil, or a complex and intricate shape or arrangement
Example
The brain has many convolutions that increase its surface area.
В мозге много извилин, которые увеличивают его поверхность.
B2 noun /ˈkloʊʒər/

closure

закрытие
Meaning
the action or process of closing something, or the sense of finality or resolution.
Example
The closure of the company left many employees without jobs.
Закрытие компании оставило многих сотрудников без работы.
A2 noun /tʃɜːrtʃ/

church

церковь
Meaning
a building used for public Christian worship
Example
The old church in the village was built in the 18th century.
Старая церковь в деревне была построена в 18 веке.
C2 noun /kəˈtæb.ə.lɪ.zəm/

catabolism

катаболизм
Meaning
The breakdown of complex molecules in living organisms to form simpler ones together with the release of energy; destructive metabolism.
Example
Catabolism plays a crucial role in cellular energy production.
Катаболизм играет ключевую роль в производстве энергии клетками.
B1 adjective /ˈkeɪ.pə.bəl/

Capable

способный; компетентный
Meaning
having the ability, fitness, or quality necessary to do or achieve something; competent
Example
She is capable of handling complex problems.
Она способна справляться с сложными проблемами.
B2 noun /ˈkɑː.bən ˈfʊt.prɪnt/

carbon footprint

углеродный след
Meaning
The amount of carbon dioxide and other carbon compounds emitted due to the consumption of fossil fuels by a particular person, group, etc.
Example
Reducing carbon footprint is essential for combating climate change.
Снижение углеродного следа важно для борьбы с изменением климата.
C1 adjective /kəˈnɒnɪkəl/

canonical

канонический / принятый
Meaning
Conforming to a general rule or accepted standard; officially recognized.
Example
Shakespeare’s works are considered canonical in English literature.
Произведения Шекспира считаются каноническими в английской литературе.
B1 noun /kənˈteɪ.nər/

container

контейнер
Meaning
A receptacle or box used for storage or transportation.
Example
Containers are essential for logistics.
Контейнеры важны для логистики.
C1 verb kəˈrɒb.ə.reɪt

corroborate

подтверждать
Meaning
Confirm or give support to a statement, theory, or finding.
Example
The witness corroborated the defendant's testimony.
Свидетель подтвердил показания обвиняемого.
C1 noun /sɛˈseɪʃən/

cessation

прекращение
Meaning
The fact or process of ending or being brought to an end.
Example
There was a temporary cessation of hostilities.
Было временное прекращение враждебных действий.
C1 noun /kənˈtɪnjuəm/

continuum

непрерывность
Meaning
A continuous sequence in which adjacent elements are not perceptibly different from each other, but the extremes are quite distinct.
Example
Life and death are often seen as part of the same continuum.
Жизнь и смерть часто воспринимаются как части одного и того же континуума.
C2 verb /kɒnˈkætəneɪt/

concatenate

связывать
Meaning
To link things together in a series or chain.
Example
The program concatenates two strings into one.
Программа соединяет две строки в одну.
B1 noun /ˈkɒliːɡ/

colleague

коллега
Meaning
a person with whom one works, especially in a profession or business
Example
She invited her colleagues to the office party.
Она пригласила своих коллег на офисную вечеринку.
C1 noun /ˈklɛmənsi/

clemency

помилование
Meaning
mercy, leniency, or forgiveness shown towards someone
Example
The judge showed clemency and reduced his sentence.
Судья проявил помилование и смягчил его приговор.
B1 verb /koʊˈɑːpəreɪt/

cooperate

кооперировать
Meaning
to work together; to collaborate
Example
The teams cooperate to achieve their common goals.
Команды кооперируют для достижения своих общих целей.
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.
C1 verb /kraʊtʃ/

crouch

Meaning
to bend your knees and lower your body close to the ground
Example
The cat crouched before leaping at its prey.
C2 adjective /ˈkʌsɪd/

cussed

упрямый
Meaning
Annoyingly stubborn or difficult.
Example
He was too cussed to admit his mistake.
Он был слишком упрям, чтобы признать свою ошибку.
C1 adjective /kəˈmɛmərətɪv/

commemorative

памятный
Meaning
Serving as a reminder or in honor of a person or event.
Example
They issued a commemorative coin for the independence anniversary.
Они выпустили памятную монету в честь годовщины независимости.
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.
C2 noun /ˈkɒɡneɪt/

cognate

когнат
Meaning
a word related to another word in origin; having the same linguistic root
Example
The Spanish word 'madre' and the English word 'mother' are cognates.
Испанское слово 'madre' и английское слово 'mother' — когнаты.
C2 verb /kənˈdʒɔɪn/

conjoin

объединять
Meaning
to join together or unite; to combine
Example
The two rivers conjoin just before reaching the sea.
Два реки соединяются прямо перед тем, как достичь моря.
B2 adjective ˈkʌtɪŋ ˌɛdʒ

cutting-edge

передовой, новаторский, передовые технологии
Meaning
The most advanced or innovative; at the forefront of development.
Example
This company develops cutting-edge technology.
Эта компания разрабатывает передовые технологии.
C1 adjective /ˈtʃɛkərd/

chequered

в клетку
Meaning
Having a pattern of squares, or marked by varied and contrasting experiences or periods.
Example
He had a chequered career with both great successes and failures.
У него была карьера в клетку с большими успехами и неудачами.
A2 noun /ˈkɒm.ent/

comment

комментарий
Meaning
a verbal or written remark expressing an opinion or reaction
Example
She posted a kind comment on my photo.
Она оставила добрый комментарий под моей фотографией.
A2 noun /kæb/

cab

такси
Meaning
a taxi or car for hire with a driver
Example
We took a cab to the airport.
Мы взяли такси до аэропорта.
B1 noun /kriˈeɪ.ʃənz/

creations

творения
Meaning
Things that have been created, especially works of art or imaginative works.
Example
His creations astonished the world.
Его творения поразили мир.
C1 adjective /klænˈdɛstaɪn/

clandestine

Meaning
kept secret or done secretly, especially for illicit purposes
Example
They held a clandestine meeting late at night.
C2 noun /ˌkɑːnfɔːrˈmeɪʃən/

conformation

конформация
Meaning
The shape, structure, or arrangement of something.
Example
The scientist studied the molecular conformation of the protein.
Ученый изучал молекулярную конфигурацию белка.
B1 adjective /kənˈvɪnst/

convinced

убежденный
Meaning
completely certain or sure about something
Example
She was convinced that he was telling the truth.
Она была убеждена, что он говорит правду.
B2 noun /kɔːrps/

corpse

тело
Meaning
a dead body, especially of a human
Example
The police discovered a corpse in the abandoned house.
Полиция обнаружила тело в заброшенном доме.
B1 adjective /kənˈtɪn.ju.əs/

continuous

непрерывный
Meaning
forming an unbroken whole; without interruption
Example
The factory operates on a continuous 24-hour schedule.
Фабрика работает по непрерывному графику 24 часа.
C2 adjective /ˈkɒr.ə.ɡeɪ.tɪd/

corrugated

волноподобный или согнутый
Meaning
shaped into ridges and grooves; wrinkled or folded
Example
The roof was made of corrugated metal sheets.
Крыша была сделана из волноподобных металлических листов.
C1 noun /kuːp/

coop

маленький вольер или клетка для кур или других птиц
Meaning
a small enclosure or cage for chickens or other birds
Example
The farmer checked the chickens in the coop every morning.
Фермер проверял кур каждое утро в курятнике.
B1 noun /ˈsɪt.ɪ.zənz/

citizens

граждане
Meaning
A legally recognized subject or national of a state or commonwealth.
Example
Citizens must follow pollution regulations.
Граждане должны соблюдать правила по загрязнению окружающей среды.
B1 verb /kəˈmjuː.nɪ.keɪt/

communicate

Meaning
to share or exchange information, ideas, or feelings
Example
They used gestures to communicate across the noisy room.
B1 noun kəˈmɪt.mənts

commitments

обязательства
Meaning
Formal pledges or promises to do something, especially in terms of obligations or agreements.
Example
Global commitments to renewable energy are increasing.
Глобальные обязательства в области возобновляемой энергии растут.
A2 adverb /ˈsɜː.tən.li/

Certainly

определённо
Meaning
without doubt; definitely; used to agree or give permission
Example
I will certainly help you with this project.
Я, без сомнения, помогу вам с этим проектом.
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 phrase kəˈlek.tɪv ˈæk.ʃən

collective action

коллективное действие
Meaning
Action taken by a group of people working together toward a common goal or purpose.
Example
Collective action is needed to mitigate climate change.
Необходимо коллективное действие, чтобы смягчить последствия изменения климата.
C1 noun /ˈsɪ.nɪk/

Cynic

циник; скептик
Meaning
a person who believes that people are motivated purely by self-interest; someone who is skeptical about human nature
Example
The old cynic believed that politicians only cared about getting votes.
Старый циник верил, что политики заботятся только о получении голосов.
C1 noun /ˌkæm.əˈrɑː.dɚ.i/

camaraderie

дружба, товарищество, совместная дружба
Meaning
Mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together.
Example
The camaraderie among teammates was inspiring.
Камерадери среди членов команды было вдохновляющим.
B1 noun /ˈklaɪ.mət/

climate

климат
Meaning
The weather conditions prevailing in an area in general.
Example
Climate change impacts all regions globally.
Изменение климата влияет на все регионы мира.
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.
B1 noun /ˈsiːlɪŋ/

ceiling

потолок
Meaning
the upper interior surface of a room
Example
The ceiling of the hall was painted beautifully.
Потолок зала был красиво покрашен.
C2 noun /ˈkaʊntɪŋˌhaʊs/

counting-house

офис бухгалтерии
Meaning
a business office where accounts are kept and financial transactions are managed
Example
The merchant spent most of his day in the counting-house reviewing ledgers.
Торговец провел большую часть дня в офисе бухгалтерии, проверяя книги учета.
C1 adjective /ˌser.ɪˈmoʊ.ni.əl/

Ceremonial

церемониальный
Meaning
relating to or used in ceremonies; formal and ritualistic
Example
The ceremonial dress was worn during the royal wedding.
Церемониальное платье было надето на королевской свадьбе.
C2 adjective /ˈkjʊərətɪv/

curative

лечебный
Meaning
Able to cure disease or restore health.
Example
The doctor prescribed a curative treatment for the illness.
Врач назначил лечебное лечение от болезни.
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.
B1 verb /kræk/

crack

счастье
Meaning
To break or cause to break without complete separation; to make a sharp sound.
Example
The glass cracked when it was dropped on the floor.
Она не могла скрыть свое счастье, когда получила награду.
C2 adjective /kəmˈpleɪzənt/

complaisant

слишком угодливый
Meaning
willing to please others or to accept what they do or say without protest
Example
He was too complaisant to refuse their demands.
Он был слишком угодлив, чтобы отказать в их требованиях.
C1 noun /ˈkrɛvɪs/

crevice

трещина
Meaning
a narrow crack or opening, especially in a rock or wall
Example
The lizard hid in a crevice between the stones.
Ящерица спряталась в трещине между камнями.
B2 noun /kənˈdʒes.tʃən/

congestion

пробка
Meaning
A situation in which a place is too blocked or crowded, causing difficulties.
Example
Urban congestion leads to longer travel times.
Городские пробки приводят к более длительным временным затратам на путешествия.
A1 verb /tʃuːz/

choose

выбирать
Meaning
to pick or select from several options
Example
I always choose healthy food options.
Я всегда выбираю здоровые варианты пищи.
C2 noun /ˈkætɪˌkɪzəm/

catechism

катехизм
Meaning
A summary of religious principles often in the form of questions and answers; also a set of fixed questions or beliefs.
Example
The priest taught the children the catechism every Sunday.
Священник учил детей катехизму каждое воскресенье.
C2 noun /ˌkæstɪˈɡeɪʃən/

castigation

жестокая критика или наказание
Meaning
Severe criticism or punishment for wrongdoing.
Example
The manager’s harsh castigation shocked the entire team.
Жестокая критика менеджера потрясла всю команду.
B2 noun /koʊˈɔːrdɪˌneɪtər/

coordinator

координатор
Meaning
a person who organizes people or activities so that they work well together
Example
The event coordinator managed everything perfectly.
Координатор мероприятия всё организовал идеально.
B1 noun /kəmˈpleɪnt/

complaint

жалоба
Meaning
a statement that something is wrong or not satisfactory
Example
The manager received a complaint from a customer about poor service.
Менеджер получил жалобу от клиента по поводу плохого обслуживания.
C1 noun /krəˈnɒlədʒi/

chronology

Meaning
The arrangement of events or dates in the order of their occurrence.
Example
The chronology of the dynasty was carefully studied by historians.
B2 verb /kənˈveɪ/

convey

передавать, сообщать, транспортировать
Meaning
To communicate or make known; to transport or carry from one place to another.
Example
The teacher conveys the lesson clearly to students.
Учитель ясно передает урок студентам.
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.
C2 noun, verb /ˈkaʊntərˌtʃɑːrdʒ/

countercharge

встречный иск
Meaning
an opposing charge or accusation; to make an opposing attack
Example
The lawyer filed a countercharge against the accuser.
Адвокат подал встречный иск против обвинителя.
C2 noun /ˈʃɛvrən/

chevron

символ в форме V
Meaning
A V-shaped pattern, often used in military insignia or design.
Example
The sergeant’s uniform displayed three chevrons on the sleeve.
На форме сержанта было три шеврона на рукаве.
C1 noun /kənˈsɜːvəˌtɔːri/

conservatory

теплица / школа музыки и искусства
Meaning
A greenhouse for growing plants or a school for music and the arts.
Example
They grew exotic plants in the conservatory.
Они выращивали экзотические растения в теплице.
C1 noun /kɒzˈmɒlədʒi/

cosmology

космология
Meaning
the science of the origin and development of the universe
Example
She studied cosmology to understand the origins of the universe.
Она изучала космологию, чтобы понять происхождение вселенной.
C1 adjective ˌkaʊntəprəˈdʌktɪv

counterproductive

контрпродуктивный
Meaning
Having the opposite of the desired effect; tending to hinder rather than help.
Example
Counterproductive activities often stem from dissatisfaction.
Контрпродуктивные действия часто возникают из недовольства.
A2 noun ˈsen.tərz

centers

центры
Meaning
The middle point of a circle or sphere, equidistant from every point on the circumference or surface; a place or group of buildings where a specified activity is concentrated.
Example
Centers drive regional development.
Центры способствуют региональному развитию.
B1 noun /ˈkɑn.fɪ.dəns/

Confidence

уверенность в себе
Meaning
the feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something; firm trust; self-assurance
Example
She spoke with great confidence during the job interview.
Она говорила с большой уверенностью на собеседовании.
C1 noun /ˈkʌl.ən.dər/

Colander

друшлаг
Meaning
a bowl-shaped kitchen utensil with holes in it used for draining food such as pasta or rice
Example
She drained the pasta using a colander.
Она слила пасту с помощью друшлага.
B2 verb /kəmˈpoʊz/

compose

сочинять
Meaning
to create music or writing; to make up; to calm oneself
Example
She composes beautiful songs.
Она сочиняет красивые песни.
C1 noun /ˈʃoʊ.vəˌnɪz.əm/

chauvinism

Meaning
Excessive or prejudiced support for one's own cause, group, or gender, often with contempt for others.
Example
The company's culture was criticized for promoting male chauvinism.
B2 verb /kənˈstreɪn/

constrain

ограничить
Meaning
to limit or restrict someone or something; to force or compel
Example
The new regulations constrain businesses from polluting the environment.
Новые правила ограничивают компании от загрязнения окружающей среды.
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 /ˈkreɪ.dəl/

Cradle

колыбель
Meaning
a small bed for a baby, especially one that rocks from side to side
Example
The baby sleeps peacefully in the cradle.
Ребенок мирно спит в колыбели.
A2 noun /ˈkær.ət/

Carrot

морковь
Meaning
a long pointed orange root vegetable that grows underground
Example
Carrots are rich in vitamin A.
Морковь богата витамином А.
B1 noun /kəˈnæl/

canal

канал
Meaning
an artificial waterway constructed for navigation, irrigation, or drainage
Example
The canal was built to help transport goods across the region.
Канал был построен, чтобы помочь транспортировать товары по региону.
C2 adjective /ˈkoʊltɪʃ/

coltish

Meaning
Playful, energetic, and not fully mature or disciplined.
Example
The coltish boy ran around the field without a care.
C1 noun /kəˈluːʒən/

collusion

коллюзия
Meaning
A secret agreement or cooperation, especially for an illegal or dishonest purpose.
Example
There was evidence of collusion between the officials and the contractors.
Существовали доказательства коллюзии между чиновниками и подрядчиками.
C1 noun ˌkɒm.pjʊˈteɪ.ʃən

computation

вычисление
Meaning
The action of mathematical calculation.
Example
Complex computation is required for AI models.
Для моделей ИИ требуются сложные вычисления.
B2 verb /ˈkɒnvɪkt/

convict

осуждать
Meaning
to find someone guilty of a crime in a court of law
Example
The court convicted him of theft.
Суд признал его виновным в краже.
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.
C2 noun /ˌkæt ə ˈnaɪn ˌteɪlz/

cat-o-nine-tails

кнут с девятью хвостами
Meaning
A whip with nine knotted cords, historically used for punishment.
Example
The sailor feared the cat-o-nine-tails more than the storm at sea.
Моряк боялся кнута с девятью хвостами больше, чем шторма на море.
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.
C1 adjective/verb /ˈkɒn.sə.mət/

consummate

завершить или усовершенствовать что-то с большим мастерством
Meaning
To complete or perfect something with great skill
Example
He is a consummate artist with years of experience.
Он - совершенный художник с многолетним опытом.
C2 noun ˌsaɪ.bəˈnet.ɪks

cybernetics

кибернетика
Meaning
The science of communications and automatic control systems in both machines and living things.
Example
Cybernetics plays a crucial role in artificial intelligence.
Кибернетика играет ключевую роль в искусственном интеллекте.
B1 verb /kəmˈpiːt/

compete

соревноваться
Meaning
to try to win or be more successful than others in a contest or activity
Example
Several companies compete for dominance in the market.
Несколько компаний конкурируют за доминирование на рынке.
C1 adjective /ˈsiːs.ləs/

Ceaseless

непрерывный; постоянный
Meaning
continuing without pause or interruption; endless
Example
The ceaseless rain lasted for three days.
Непрерывный дождь длился три дня.
A2 verb /kəˈlɛkt/

collect

собирать
Meaning
to gather together; to accumulate items
Example
I collect stamps as a hobby.
Я собираю марки как хобби.
B2 noun /kənˈtɛmpt/

contempt

презрение
Meaning
a strong feeling of dislike and lack of respect towards someone or something
Example
He spoke with contempt about the corrupt officials.
Он говорил с презрением о коррумпированных чиновниках.
B1 adjective /ˈtʃaɪl.dɪʃ/

Childish

детский; поведение, характерное для ребенка, но неподобающее для взрослого
Meaning
immature and silly; behaving in a way that is typical of a child but inappropriate for an adult
Example
His childish behavior during the meeting was quite embarrassing.
Его детское поведение на встрече было довольно неловким.
B2 noun /kriːk/

creek

ручей
Meaning
a small stream or narrow river
Example
We went fishing by the creek near our house.
Мы пошли на рыбалку к ручью рядом с нашим домом.
C2 noun /kəˈraʊzl/

carousal

шумная вечеринка
Meaning
A noisy or lively drinking party or festivity.
Example
They were exhausted after a night of wild carousal.
Они были усталы после ночи дикой шумной вечеринки.
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 verb /kənˈstruː/

construe

интерпретировать
Meaning
to interpret or understand the meaning of something in a particular way
Example
His words could be construed as a threat.
Его слова могут быть интерпретированы как угроза.
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.
B2 noun /ˌkɑn.frənˈteɪ.ʃən/

Confrontation

конфронтация
Meaning
a hostile or argumentative meeting or situation between opposing parties; direct challenge or opposition
Example
The confrontation between the two leaders ended without any agreement.
Конфронтация между двумя лидерами закончилась без какого-либо соглашения.
A2 noun /ˈkʌm.pə.ni/

company

компания
Meaning
a business organization; the presence of other people
Example
She started her own company to sell handmade products.
Она начала свою собственную компанию, чтобы продавать изделия ручной работы.
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.
B1 adjective /ˈkəʊstəl/

coastal

прибрежный
Meaning
relating to or near a coast or shoreline
Example
They built a resort in a coastal area.
Они построили курорт в прибрежной зоне.
B1 noun /ˈkrɪtɪˌsɪzəm/

criticism

критика
Meaning
The expression of disapproval or judgment of the merits of something
Example
The new policy has faced a lot of criticism from the public.
Новая политика столкнулась с критикой со стороны общественности.
C1 noun /ˈkæləs/

callus

огрубевшая часть кожи
Meaning
A thickened and hardened part of the skin or soft tissue, especially in an area subjected to friction.
Example
A callus formed on his palm from using tools every day.
На его ладони образовался каллус от использования инструментов каждый день.
B2 adjective ˌkɒn.trəˈvɜː.ʃəl

controversial

спорный
Meaning
Giving rise to public disagreement or heated discussion.
Example
The policy remains controversial.
Политика остается спорной.
C2 noun ˌsɜːkəmˈspekʃən

circumspection

осторожность, избегание рисков
Meaning
The quality of being wary and unwilling to take risks; prudence.
Example
His circumspection ensured no mistakes were made.
Его осторожность гарантировала, что ошибок не было.
C1 adverb /ˈkrɒswaɪz/

Crosswise

по диагонали
Meaning
in the form of a cross; diagonally across
Example
Place the logs crosswise to build a stable fire.
Положите дрова по диагонали, чтобы построить стабильный огонь.
C1 verb /ˈkætəˌlaɪz/

catalyze

катализировать
Meaning
To cause or accelerate a reaction or change.
Example
The new law catalyzed reforms across the sector.
Новый закон ускорил реформы в секторе.
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.
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 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.
B1 verb /ˈkrɪtɪsaɪz/

criticize

критиковать
Meaning
to express disapproval or find fault with someone or something
Example
The teacher criticized the student's poor handwriting.
Учитель раскритиковал плохой почерк студента.