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C1 noun /ˈdaɪhɑːrd/

diehard

Meaning
A person who strongly resists change and remains loyal to a belief or cause.
Example
He is a diehard fan of classic rock music.
C1 adjective ˈɒk.sɪ.də.tɪv

oxidative

Связанный с окислением
Meaning
Related to or caused by oxidation, especially cellular damage from free radicals.
Example
Excess stress can lead to oxidative damage in cells.
Чрезмерный стресс может вызвать окислительный ущерб в клетках.
C1 noun /ˈsɜːrəɡət/

surrogate

суррогат
Meaning
A substitute, especially a person deputizing for another in a specific role or office.
Example
The surrogate mother gave birth to the child after carrying it for nine months.
Суррогатная мать родила ребенка после того, как выносила его девять месяцев.
C1 noun ˌsætʃəˈreɪʃən

saturation

насыщение
Meaning
The state of being saturated; the degree or extent to which something is dissolved or absorbed
Example
The saturation of the market with similar products reduced sales.
Насыщение рынка похожими продуктами снизило продажи.
C1 verb /məˈruːn/

maroon

бросить на остров
Meaning
to leave someone trapped and isolated, especially on an island
Example
The sailors were marooned on a deserted island.
Моряки были заброшены на пустынный остров.
C1 adjective /ˈtɛnəbl/

tenable

защищаемый
Meaning
able to be defended or maintained against attack or objection
Example
His argument was strong and tenable in court.
Его аргумент был сильным и защитимым в суде.
C1 noun əˈpreɪ.zəl

appraisal

оценка
Meaning
An assessment or evaluation of performance or quality.
Example
The annual appraisal determines salary increments.
Ежегодная оценка определяет повышение заработной платы.
C1 adverb /ˈvælɪdli/

validly

действительно
Meaning
in a legally, logically, or officially acceptable manner
Example
The contract was validly signed by both parties.
Договор был действительно подписан обеими сторонами.
C1 verb /əbˈdʌkt/

abduct

похищать
Meaning
to take someone away illegally by force or deception
Example
The criminal tried to abduct the child in broad daylight.
Преступник пытался похитить ребёнка средь бела дня.
C1 adjective /əˈkʌlt/

occult

оккультный
Meaning
Relating to mysterious, supernatural, or magical powers and practices.
Example
She had always been fascinated by the occult and its hidden knowledge.
Она всегда была очарована оккультизмом и его скрытыми знаниями.
C1 noun /θiˈɒlədʒi/

theology

теология
Meaning
The study of the nature of God and religious beliefs.
Example
She is pursuing a degree in theology at the university.
Она получает степень в области теологии в университете.
C1 noun ˈmetəl kənˌtæməˈneɪʃən

metal contamination

металлическое загрязнение
Meaning
The presence of toxic metals in the environment that pose health and environmental risks.
Example
Metal contamination poses severe health risks.
Металлическое загрязнение представляет собой серьезную угрозу для здоровья.
C1 noun /ˈstɪɡmə/

stigma

стигма
Meaning
a mark of shame or disgrace associated with a particular circumstance or quality
Example
There is still a stigma around mental health issues in many societies.
В некоторых обществах до сих пор существует стигма, связанная с проблемами психического здоровья.
C1 noun /skraɪb/

scribe

писец
Meaning
a person who writes documents, especially in ancient times; a professional copyist
Example
In ancient Egypt, scribes recorded important events.
В Древнем Египте писцы записывали важные события.
C1 adjective /dɪsˈsɪmɪlər/

dissimilar

непохожий
Meaning
Not alike; different.
Example
Though they are twins, their personalities are dissimilar.
Хотя они близнецы, их личности непохожи.
C1 verb /ˈkrʌmpəl/

crumple

смять
Meaning
to crush something into folds or wrinkles
Example
He crumpled the paper and threw it in the bin.
Он смял бумагу и бросил её в корзину.
C1 noun ˌʌndərˈprɪvəlɪdʒd ɡruːps

underprivileged groups

обездоленные группы
Meaning
Groups of people who lack basic necessities or advantages that are available to other members of society.
Example
Underprivileged groups benefit from social initiatives.
Обездоленные группы получают выгоду от социальных инициатив.
C1 verb /θræʃ/

thrash

избивать
Meaning
to beat someone or something violently; to move wildly or violently
Example
The angry man threatened to thrash his opponent.
Разъярённый человек пригрозил избить своего противника.
C1 noun /ˈɜːrθənˌwɛr/

earthenware

керамика
Meaning
pottery made of clay and hardened by heat
Example
The shop displayed beautiful earthenware pots and bowls.
Магазин демонстрировал красивые керамические горшки и миски.
C1 adjective /tɔːt/

taut

натянутый
Meaning
stretched or pulled tight; tense
Example
The rope was pulled taut between the two poles.
Веревка была натянута между двумя столбами.
C1 noun /prəˈdʒɛktaɪl/

projectile

снаряд
Meaning
An object fired, thrown, or propelled, especially from a weapon.
Example
The soldier dodged the incoming projectile.
Солдат увернулся от приближающегося снаряда.
C1 noun /ˈbʊzəm/

bosom

грудь
Meaning
the human chest, especially a woman’s breast; also used metaphorically to refer to closeness or intimacy
Example
She kept the secret close to her bosom.
Она держала секрет близко к своей груди.
C1 noun /krʊk/

crook

мошенник
Meaning
a dishonest person, especially a criminal
Example
The police finally caught the crook who had been stealing cars.
Полиция наконец поймала мошенника, который крал машины.
C1 noun /ɡeɪdʒ/

Gauge

измеритель
Meaning
an instrument for measuring the magnitude, amount, or contents of something
Example
The pressure gauge showed the tank was full.
Манометр показал, что бак был полон.
C1 adjective /ˈdaɪ.si/

dicey

рискованный
Meaning
Risky or unpredictable; potentially dangerous.
Example
Investing in that company looks pretty dicey right now.
Инвестиции в эту компанию сейчас кажутся довольно рискованными.
C1 adjective /ɪˈmuː.və.bəl/

immovable

неподвижный
Meaning
Not able to be moved; fixed in position.
Example
Immovable barriers prevent change.
Неподвижные барьеры препятствуют изменениям.
C1 noun /ˈræʃən/

ration

паёк
Meaning
a fixed amount of something, especially food, officially allowed to each person
Example
During the war, each family received a weekly ration of rice.
Во время войны каждая семья получала еженедельный паёк риса.
C1 verb /kriːk/

creak

издавать высокочастотный скрипящий звук
Meaning
to make a high-pitched, squeaking noise when moved
Example
The old door creaked as she opened it.
Старая дверь заскрипела, когда она ее открыла.
C1 noun /ʃeɪl/

shale

сланец
Meaning
a fine-grained sedimentary rock that can be split into thin layers
Example
The region is rich in shale and natural gas deposits.
Регион богат сланцем и месторождениями природного газа.
C1 noun ˈwaɪldlaɪf ˈkɔːrɪdɔːrz

wildlife corridors

коридоры дикой природы
Meaning
Areas of habitat connecting wildlife populations separated by human activities or structures.
Example
Wildlife corridors connect fragmented habitats, enabling species migration.
Коридоры дикой природы соединяют фрагментированные среды, позволяя миграцию видов.
C1 noun prɪˌsɪp.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən

precipitation

осадки
Meaning
Rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to or condenses on the ground.
Example
Annual precipitation levels are decreasing.
Годовые уровни осадков уменьшаются.
C1 noun /ˈɪnlɛt/

inlet

вход
Meaning
A small arm of the sea, a lake, or a river; an opening or passage for entry.
Example
The boat entered a narrow inlet along the coast.
Лодка вошла в узкий вход вдоль побережья.
C1 verb ˈsɪŋ.krə.naɪz

synchronize

синхронизировать
Meaning
To coordinate in time; to cause to occur or operate at the same time or rate.
Example
The dancers need to synchronize their movements.
Танцоры должны синхронизировать свои движения.
C1 noun ˈrɔɪəl ˈbɛŋɡəl ˈtaɪɡər

Royal Bengal Tiger

Королевский бенгальский тигр
Meaning
A subspecies of tiger found primarily in India and Bangladesh, known for its distinctive orange coat with black stripes.
Example
The Royal Bengal Tiger is an iconic species of the Sundarbans.
Королевский бенгальский тигр является иконой Сундарбана.
C1 noun /ˈʌndərˌɡɑːrmənt/

undergarment

нижнее белье
Meaning
a piece of clothing worn under outer clothes, usually next to the skin
Example
He bought new undergarments for the wedding.
Он купил новое нижнее белье для свадьбы.
C1 noun /oʊθ/

Oath

клятва
Meaning
a solemn promise or declaration; a sworn statement
Example
The doctor took an oath to help patients.
Доктор дал клятву помогать пациентам.
C1 noun /stɑːr ˈæn.ɪs/

Star Anise

звездчатый анис
Meaning
star-shaped spice pod with a licorice-like flavor used in cooking
Example
She added star anise to the soup for aromatic flavor.
Она добавила звездчатый анис в суп для аромата.
C1 noun məˌtɪərɪəˈlɪstɪk ˈlaɪfstaɪl

materialistic lifestyle

материалистический образ жизни
Meaning
A way of living focused on acquiring material possessions and wealth.
Example
A materialistic lifestyle often leads to moral decline.
Материалистический образ жизни часто приводит к моральному упадку.
C1 noun /ˈek.saɪl/

Exile

изгнание
Meaning
the state of being barred from one's native country; enforced removal from one's homeland
Example
The political leader was forced into exile after the military coup.
Политический лидер был вынужден покинуть страну после военного переворота.
C1 adjective /ʌnˈmaɪndfəl/

Unmindful

беспечный; небрежный;
Meaning
not paying attention; careless; heedless
Example
She was unmindful of the danger around her.
Она не обращала внимания на опасность вокруг себя.
C1 adverb /ˌɪn.dɪˈskrɪm.ɪ.nət.li/

Indiscriminately

индикриминативно
Meaning
without making careful distinctions; randomly; without discrimination
Example
The company fired employees indiscriminately without considering their performance.
Компания уволила сотрудников, не учитывая их производительность.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈdiːsənt/

indecent

непристойный
Meaning
not conforming to accepted standards of behavior or morality; improper or offensive
Example
He was warned for making an indecent remark during the meeting.
Его предупредили за непристойное замечание.
C1 verb /dɪˈtrækt/

detract

уменьшать
Meaning
To reduce or take away the worth or value of something.
Example
His rude behavior will detract from his good reputation.
Его грубое поведение снизит его хорошую репутацию.
C1 noun /ˌɪnfɪˈdɛləti/

infidelity

неверность
Meaning
the act of being unfaithful to a spouse or partner
Example
Their marriage ended due to his infidelity.
Их брак закончился из-за его неверности.
C1 noun /ˈbrɛvɪti/

brevity

краткость
Meaning
Concise and exact use of words in writing or speech.
Example
The brevity of the speech kept the audience engaged.
Краткость речи удерживала внимание аудитории.
C1 noun /əˈseɪlənt/

assailant

нападающий
Meaning
a person who attacks another
Example
The police arrested the assailant at the scene.
Полиция арестовала нападающего на месте преступления.
C1 verb /ˈmɛzməˌraɪz/

mesmerize

завораживать
Meaning
To capture complete attention; to hypnotize or fascinate.
Example
The dancer's graceful movements mesmerized the audience.
Грациозные движения танцовщицы заворожили зрителей.
C1 adjective /trænsˈfɜːrəbəl/

Transferable

переносной
Meaning
able to be moved from one place to another; able to be given to someone else
Example
The skills you learn here are transferable to other jobs.
Навыки, которые вы здесь изучаете, могут быть перенесены в другие работы.
C1 adjective /ˈtækt.fəl/

Tactful

тактичный; ловкий;
Meaning
showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with others or difficult situations
Example
He gave a tactful response to avoid hurting her feelings.
Он дал тактичный ответ, чтобы не ранить её чувства.
C1 noun /rɪˈspɒndənt/

respondent

респондент
Meaning
A person who replies to something, especially in a survey or legal case
Example
The survey had over 1,000 respondents.
Опрос собрал более 1000 респондентов.
C1 noun /ˈfɔːrwɜːrd/

foreword

предисловие
Meaning
a short introduction at the beginning of a book, typically written by someone other than the author
Example
The foreword of the book was written by a famous historian.
Предисловие книги было написано известным историком.
C1 verb /səˈfɪstɪkeɪt/

sophisticate

усовершенствовать
Meaning
to make something more complex or refined; to educate or develop in taste and manners
Example
Traveling abroad helped sophisticate his worldview.
Поездки за границу помогли улучшить его мировоззрение.
C1 noun moʊst ˈvʌlnərəbəl ˈneɪʃən

most vulnerable nation

нация с наибольшей уязвимостью
Meaning
A country that is highly exposed to risks and lacks adequate protection or resilience.
Example
Bangladesh is one of the most vulnerable nations to climate change.
Бангладеш - одна из самых уязвимых стран для изменения климата.
C1 noun ˌfɔːtɪfɪˈkeɪʃn

fortification

укрепление
Meaning
A defensive wall or other reinforcement built to strengthen a place against attack.
Example
The fortifications protected the city.
Укрепления защитили город.
C1 verb /ˈdɛnɪˌɡreɪt/

denigrate

унижать
Meaning
to criticize unfairly; to belittle or disparage someone or something
Example
He was quick to denigrate the achievements of his colleagues.
Он быстро стал унижать достижения своих коллег.
C1 adjective /ˈʃɪvəlrəs/

chivalrous

рыцарский
Meaning
Behaving in a courteous, gallant, and honorable way, especially toward women.
Example
He was chivalrous, always opening doors for others.
Он был рыцарским, всегда открывал двери для других.
C1 noun /ˈsiːskeɪp/

seascape

морской пейзаж
Meaning
A view or painting of the sea.
Example
The artist painted a beautiful seascape at sunset.
Художник нарисовал красивый морской пейзаж на закате.
C1 adjective /ˈtækt.ləs/

tactless

тактичный
Meaning
showing a lack of sensitivity in dealing with others
Example
His tactless remark embarrassed everyone at the meeting.
его тактклес замечание смутило всех на встрече.
C1 noun /ˈtres.pæs.ər/

Trespasser

нарушитель
Meaning
a person who enters someone's property without permission
Example
The security guard caught the trespasser climbing over the fence.
Охранник поймал нарушителя, который лез через забор.
C1 verb /ˌkɒntrəˈviːn/

contravene

нарушать
Meaning
to go against or act in opposition to a law, rule, or agreement
Example
He contravened the safety regulations and was fined.
Он нарушил правила безопасности и был оштрафован.
C1 noun/verb /smʌdʒ/

smudge

пятно, грязное пятно
Meaning
a dirty mark or smear; to make something dirty or unclear by rubbing or touching
Example
She accidentally smudged her lipstick on the napkin.
Она случайно размазала свою помаду по салфетке.
C1 noun /ˌæktʃuˈæləti/

actuality

реальность
Meaning
The state of existing in reality rather than in appearance or imagination.
Example
The movie was based on historical actuality.
Фильм был основан на исторической реальности.
C1 adjective /sɔɪld/

soiled

грязный
Meaning
dirty or stained; not clean
Example
His clothes were soiled after playing in the mud.
Его одежда была грязной после игры в грязи.
C1 adjective ˈsɒvrɪn

sovereign

суверенный, высший
Meaning
Possessing supreme or ultimate power; independent.
Example
The sovereign government has control over its currency.
Суверенное правительство контролирует свою валюту.
C1 adjective /səbˈdʒɛktɪv/

subjective

субъективный
Meaning
based on personal feelings, tastes, or opinions rather than facts
Example
Beauty is often considered a subjective concept.
Красоту часто считают субъективным понятием.
C1 noun /təˈlɛpəθi/

telepathy

телепатия
Meaning
the supposed communication of thoughts or ideas by means other than the known senses
Example
The twins claimed to share telepathy with each other.
Близнецы заявили, что между ними существует телепатия.
C1 verb /pəˈruːz/

peruse

счастье
Meaning
to read something carefully and thoroughly; sometimes used to mean to browse casually
Example
She sat down to peruse the contract before signing it.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
C1 noun (plural of fungus) /ˈfʌndʒaɪ/

fungi

гриб
Meaning
a group of spore-producing organisms such as mushrooms, molds, and yeasts
Example
Fungi play an important role in breaking down organic matter in nature.
Грибы играют важную роль в разложении органических веществ в природе.
C1 noun /ˌɪndɪɡˈneɪʃən/

indignation

негодование
Meaning
Strong displeasure or anger caused by something unjust, offensive, or insulting.
Example
Public indignation grew after the unfair verdict.
Общественное негодование возросло после несправедливого приговора.
C1 verb /ɪnˈθrɔːl/

enthrall

очаровывать
Meaning
to captivate or hold someone’s attention completely
Example
The magician’s tricks enthralled the children.
Фокусы мага заворожили детей.
C1 noun /ˈjeloʊ oʊliˈændər/

Yellow oleander

желтый олеандр
Meaning
a tropical flowering shrub with bright yellow flowers; also known as lucky nut
Example
The yellow oleander blooms throughout the year in warm climates.
Желтый олеандр цветет круглый год в теплых климатах.
C1 noun/verb /ˈfʌrəʊ/

furrow

Meaning
A long narrow trench made in the ground by a plow; to make wrinkles or grooves.
Example
The farmer plowed furrows in the field.
C1 verb rɪˈplɛn.ɪʃ

replenish

восстановить
Meaning
Fill something up again.
Example
Drinking water helps replenish lost fluids in the body.
Пить воду помогает восстановить потерянные жидкости в организме.
C1 noun /ˈstɛnsəl/

stencil

трафарет
Meaning
A thin sheet of material with a design cut out, used to produce the design on the surface below by applying paint or ink through the cut-out holes.
Example
The artist used a stencil to paint identical stars on the wall.
Художник использовал трафарет, чтобы нарисовать одинаковые звезды на стене.
C1 noun ˌsɛn.trə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

centralization

централизация
Meaning
The concentration of control and decision-making power in a central authority.
Example
Excessive centralization can slow down decision-making.
Чрезмерная централизация может замедлить процесс принятия решений.
C1 noun ˌriː.pɚˈkʌʃ.ənz

repercussions

последствия
Meaning
The unintended consequences or effects of an action or event.
Example
The new policy had unintended repercussions on the economy.
Новая политика оказала непредвиденные последствия для экономики.
C1 phrase ˌkæt.əˈɡɒr.ɪ.kəl.i rɪˈfjuː.tɪd

categorically refuted

категорически опровергнуто
Meaning
Completely and absolutely denied or disproved.
Example
The claims were categorically refuted by officials.
Заявления были категорически опровергнуты официальными лицами.
C1 adjective /əˈɡæst/

aghast

ошеломленный
Meaning
filled with shock or horror
Example
The audience was aghast at the tragic scene.
Зрители были ошеломлены трагической сценой.
C1 noun /ˈpɜːrdʒəri/

perjury

лжесвидетельство
Meaning
The offense of willfully telling an untruth in a court after taking an oath.
Example
She was convicted of perjury after giving false evidence.
Ее осудили за лжесвидетельство после того, как она дала ложные доказательства.
C1 adjective /vɜːrˈboʊs/

verbose

многословный
Meaning
Using or expressed in more words than are needed; wordy.
Example
His verbose explanation confused the audience instead of clarifying the issue.
Его многословное объяснение запутало аудиторию, а не прояснило проблему.
C1 adjective /ˈsæv.i/

savvy

умный, ловкий
Meaning
Having practical knowledge and the ability to make good judgments.
Example
She is a tech-savvy entrepreneur.
Она - предприниматель с хорошими техническими знаниями.
C1 noun /ˈiːɡoʊɪst/

egoist

эгоист
Meaning
A person who is excessively concerned with themselves; someone who believes in or practices egoism.
Example
She avoided him because he was a selfish egoist.
Она избегала его, потому что он был эгоистичным эгоистом.
C1 noun /kwæk/

Quack

шарлатан
Meaning
a person who pretends to be a doctor but has no medical training; the sound a duck makes
Example
People should be careful not to trust medical advice from a quack.
Людям следует быть осторожными и не доверять медицинским советам от шарлатана.
C1 adjective /ˈɡruːsəm/

gruesome

ужасный
Meaning
Causing horror or disgust.
Example
The police discovered a gruesome crime scene.
Полиция обнаружила ужасную сцену преступления.
C1 noun, verb /spreɪn/

sprain

растяжение
Meaning
an injury to a joint in which the ligaments are stretched or torn
Example
She sprained her ankle while running in the park.
Она вывихнула лодыжку, когда бегала в парке.
C1 verb /plɒd/

plod

работать медленно и усердно
Meaning
to work slowly and steadily, often with effort or difficulty
Example
He plodded through his homework despite feeling tired.
Он медленно делал домашку, несмотря на усталость.
C1 verb /ˈswɪndl/

swindle

обманывать
Meaning
to cheat someone out of money or possessions by deceit
Example
The con artist tried to swindle the old man out of his savings.
Мошенник попытался обмануть старика, чтобы забрать его сбережения.
C1 noun /ˈjuːnɪsən/

unison

единогласно
Meaning
Simultaneous performance or utterance of action or speech.
Example
The choir sang in unison.
Хор пел единогласно.
C1 noun /ˈmaɪkrəʊˌklaɪmæt/

microclimate

микроклимат
Meaning
The climate of a small, specific area that may differ from the general climate of the surrounding region, often influenced by local factors like terrain, vegetation, or buildings.
Example
A microclimate can have a significant impact on plant growth.
Микроклимат может оказать значительное влияние на рост растений.
C1 verb /dɪˈmiːn/

demean

унижать
Meaning
to cause someone to lose dignity or respect
Example
The manager demeaned his employees with rude remarks.
Менеджер унизил своих сотрудников грубыми замечаниями.
C1 verb ɪkˈstræp.ə.leɪt

Extrapolate

экстраполировать
Meaning
Making future estimates based on existing information
Example
Scientists extrapolate climate changes based on past data.
Учёные экстраполируют изменения климата, основываясь на прошлых данных.
C1 noun /ˌtæm.bəˈriːn/

Tambourine

трамбурин
Meaning
a small drum with metal discs around the edge that jingle when shaken or hit
Example
She shook the tambourine to the rhythm of the music.
Она потрясла тамбурином в такт музыке.
C1 noun ˌæp.əˈreɪ.təs

apparatus

аппарат
Meaning
The technical equipment or machinery needed for a particular activity or purpose.
Example
The apparatus was designed to be eco-friendly.
Аппарат был разработан с учётом экологичности.
C1 noun /krəˈʃɛndoʊ/

crescendo

постепенное увеличение громкости
Meaning
a gradual increase in loudness or intensity, especially in music
Example
The orchestra built to a powerful crescendo before the finale.
Оркестр развивал мощное крешендо перед финалом.
C1 verb /bɪˈlɪtl/

belittle

принижать
Meaning
To make someone or something seem less important or less valuable.
Example
He often belittled his coworkers to feel superior.
Он часто унижал своих коллег, чтобы почувствовать себя выше.
C1 noun /rɪˈvɒl.vər/

Revolver

револьвер
Meaning
a pistol with revolving chambers enabling several shots to be fired without reloading
Example
The detective drew his revolver from its holster.
Детектив вытащил свой револьвер из кобуры.
C1 adjective /ˈɪnfəməs/

infamous

печально известный
Meaning
well known for some bad quality or deed
Example
The dictator was infamous for his cruelty.
Диктатор был печально известен своей жестокостью.
C1 adjective /ˈpiːs.ə.bəl/

Peaceable

мирный; склонный избегать конфликтов
Meaning
peaceful; inclined to avoid conflict
Example
The peaceable protest ended without any violence.
Мирная демонстрация закончилась без насилия.
C1 adjective /ˌsɛlf ɪˈfeɪsɪŋ/

self-effacing

скромный
Meaning
not drawing attention to oneself; modest
Example
Despite his success, he remained self-effacing and humble.
Несмотря на его успех, он остался скромным и смиренным.
C1 adjective /ˈsɔːsi/

saucy

наглый
Meaning
Boldly rude, cheeky, or playfully disrespectful.
Example
The child gave a saucy reply to his teacher.
Ребёнок дал наглый ответ своему учителю.
C1 adjective /ˈaɪərnˌklæd/

ironclad

непоколебимый
Meaning
impossible to change, break, or dispute; very strong and firm
Example
The company had an ironclad contract with its suppliers.
Компания имела непоколебимый контракт с поставщиками.
C1 adjective /ˈplaɪəbəl/

pliable

гибкий
Meaning
easily bent or flexible; adaptable
Example
The metal is pliable enough to be shaped into jewelry.
Металл достаточно гибкий, чтобы его можно было сформировать в ювелирные изделия.
C1 adjective /ˈtʃɛk.ərd/

checkered

в клетку
Meaning
Having a pattern of alternating squares of different colors; also describing a past full of ups and downs or varied experiences.
Example
He had a checkered career with many highs and lows.
У него была карьерa в клетку с множеством взлетов и падений.
C1 noun /dɪˈmaɪz/

demise

смерть / конец
Meaning
Death or end of something, especially the end of an institution or system.
Example
The sudden demise of the company shocked investors.
Внезапный конец компании потряс инвесторов.
C1 adjective /prəˈfjuːs/

profuse

обильный
Meaning
existing or given in large amounts; abundant
Example
He offered profuse thanks for their timely help.
Он выразил обильную благодарность за своевременную помощь.
C1 noun /ˈeɪ.kər.ɪdʒ/

acreage

акр
Meaning
An area of land measured in acres.
Example
The farmer owns a large acreage of fertile land.
Фермер владеет большим участком плодородной земли.
C1 noun /ˈvɔːrtɛks/

vortex

вихрь
Meaning
A mass of whirling fluid or air, especially a whirlpool or whirlwind.
Example
The plane was caught in a dangerous vortex of air.
Самолет попал в опасный вихрь воздуха.
C1 noun /ˌɑːk.sɪˈmɔːr.ɒn/

oxymoron

оксюморон
Meaning
a figure of speech where two contradictory terms are combined
Example
The phrase 'deafening silence' is a classic oxymoron.
Фраза 'оглушительная тишина' - классический оксюморон.
C1 noun ˌvɒl.əˈtɪl.ɪ.ti

volatility

волатильность
Meaning
Liability to change rapidly and unpredictably, especially for the worse; instability.
Example
The stock market's volatility makes investment risky.
Волатильность фондового рынка делает инвестиции рискованными.
C1 verb /ˈnɪbəl/

nibble

грызть
Meaning
to take small bites of food
Example
The rabbit nibbled on a carrot.
Кролик откусывал морковку.
C1 verb /ˈkænvəs/

canvass

собирать голоса
Meaning
to solicit votes or opinions; to examine thoroughly; to discuss in detail
Example
They will canvass the neighborhood for votes.
Они будут обходить район для голосования.
C1 noun /ˈaɪsətəʊp/

isotope

изотоп
Meaning
Atoms of the same element with equal number of protons but different numbers of neutrons.
Example
Carbon-14 is a radioactive isotope used in dating fossils.
Углерод-14 — это радиоактивный изотоп, используемый для датировки окаменелостей.
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.
C1 noun ˌdiː.sen.trə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

decentralization

децентрализация
Meaning
The transfer of authority from central to local government.
Example
Decentralization promotes regional autonomy.
Децентрализация способствует региональной автономии.
C1 noun /ˈmaʊθ.fʊl/

mouthful

глоток
Meaning
the amount of food or drink that fills the mouth, or a long and difficult word or phrase
Example
He took a big mouthful of water after the run.
Он взял большой глоток воды после забега.
C1 verb /ˈstriːmlaɪnɪŋ/

streamlining

оптимизация
Meaning
The process of making an organization or system more efficient by simplifying or eliminating unnecessary steps
Example
Streamlining processes can significantly reduce operational costs.
Оптимизация процессов может значительно снизить операционные расходы.
C1 verb /ˈstriːm.laɪn/

streamline

упрощать или повышать эффективность
Meaning
To make a process simpler and more efficient.
Example
The company aims to streamline production to reduce costs.
Компания стремится оптимизировать производство для снижения затрат.
C1 verb /pɜːrdʒ/

purge

очищать
Meaning
To remove unwanted feelings, people, or things; to cleanse or purify.
Example
The new leader promised to purge corruption from the government.
Новый лидер пообещал очистить правительство от коррупции.
C1 adverb /pɜːr ˈseɪ/

per se

само по себе
Meaning
By or in itself; intrinsically.
Example
The idea is not bad per se, but it needs improvement.
Идея сама по себе не плоха, но требует улучшений.
C1 noun əˈblɪv.i.ən

oblivion

забвение, уничтожение, исчезновение
Meaning
The state of being unaware or unconscious of what is happening; complete forgetfulness.
Example
His name faded into oblivion over time.
Его имя исчезло в забвении с течением времени.
C1 noun ˈdɪl.ɪ.dʒəns

diligence

усердие
Meaning
Careful and persistent work or effort.
Example
Success requires patience and diligence.
Для успеха необходимы терпение и усердие.