B2 noun /ˌdɪs.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Disability

инвалидность

Meaning

a physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities

Example

Despite his physical disability, he became a successful athlete in wheelchair racing.

Несмотря на физическую инвалидность, он стал успешным атлетом в гонках на инвалидных колясках.

B2 noun /ˈsɛtlər/

settler

поселенец

Meaning

a person who settles in a new area or land

Example

The settlers arrived in the new town and started building homes.

Поселенцы прибыли в новый город и начали строить дома.

B2 adjective ɪkˈsɛsɪv

excessive

чрезмерный

Meaning

More than is necessary, normal, or desirable; immoderate.

Example

Excessive population growth leads to resource depletion.

Чрезмерный рост населения приводит к истощению ресурсов.

B2 noun /kɒd fɪʃ/

Cod fish

треска

Meaning

A large marine fish with white flesh, commonly used for food

Example

The fisherman caught a large cod fish in the North Atlantic.

Рыбак поймал большую треску в Северной Атлантике.

B2 adjective ədˈmɪn.ɪ.strə.tɪv

administrative

административный

Meaning

Relating to the running of a business, organization, etc.; concerned with or relating to management or administration.

Example

Administrative reforms improve efficiency.

Административные реформы улучшают эффективность.

B2 noun ˈtraɪəmf

triumph

триумф

Meaning

A great victory or achievement.

Example

The novel is considered one of Dickens' greatest triumphs.

Этот роман считается одним из величайших триумфов Диккенса.

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 /ˈɒs.trɪtʃ/

Ostrich

страус

Meaning

a large flightless bird native to Africa with long legs and neck

Example

The ostrich is the world's largest bird.

Страус - самая большая птица в мире.

B2 noun /biːk/

Beak

клюв

Meaning

the hard pointed part of a bird's mouth

Example

The eagle has a sharp beak for tearing meat.

У орла острый клюв для разрывания мяса.

B2 noun /ˌvɛrɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

verification

верификация

Meaning

The process of establishing the truth, accuracy, or validity of something.

Example

The bank requires verification of identity before opening an account.

Банк требует верификацию личности перед открытием счета.

B2 noun, verb /skruː/

screw

металлический крепеж с витком; прикрутить или затянуть что-то винтом

Meaning

a metal fastener with a helical ridge; to fasten or tighten something with a screw

Example

He screwed the shelf to the wall tightly.

Он прикрутил полку к стене крепко.

B2 verb /dɪˈzɒlv/

dissolve

Meaning

to melt or become liquid; to officially end or break up an agreement or organization

Example

The sugar will dissolve quickly in hot tea.

B2 adjective /kəˈrɛspɒndɪŋ/

corresponding

соответствующий

Meaning

matching or related to something

Example

The corresponding page in the book explains the process in detail.

Соответствующая страница в книге объясняет процесс подробно.

B2 noun ɪkˈspænʃən

expansion

расширение

Meaning

The action of becoming larger or more extensive; growth or development.

Example

Volunteering helps in the expansion of social networks.

Волонтёрство помогает в расширении социальных сетей.

B2 adjective/noun /ɪˈrɑːki/

iraqi

иракский

Meaning

relating to Iraq or its people

Example

The Iraqi culture is rich and diverse.

Иракская культура богата и разнообразна.

B2 adverb /ˈsɪmɪlərli/

similarly

аналогично

Meaning

in a similar way

Example

Similarly, we can achieve success with dedication and hard work.

Аналогично, мы можем достичь успеха с помощью преданности и усердной работы.

B2 noun /ˈɡloʊbəl əˈwɛrnɪs/

global awareness

глобальная осведомленность

Meaning

Worldwide consciousness and understanding of important issues that affect people globally, leading to informed action and policy changes.

Example

Global awareness of climate change is essential for policy changes.

Глобальная осведомленность о климатических изменениях необходима для политических изменений.

B2 verb /dɪˈspoʊz/

dispose

избавляться

Meaning

To get rid of something, or to arrange or incline towards something.

Example

He disposed of the old furniture responsibly.

Он ответственно избавился от старой мебели.

B2 adjective, noun, verb /ˈæb.strækt/

abstract

абстрактный, резюме

Meaning

existing in thought or as an idea but not having physical or concrete existence; a summary of a text

Example

The artist is known for her abstract paintings.

Художник известен своими абстрактными картинами.

B2 adjective /ˈvɒl.ən.tər.i/

Voluntary

добровольный

Meaning

done willingly without being forced; given or done freely

Example

She made a voluntary donation to the charity.

Она сделала добровольное пожертвование на благотворительность.

B2 adjective /ˈdɒm.ɪ.nənt/

Dominant

доминирующий; влиятельный; самый важный

Meaning

controlling, influencing, or prevailing over others; most important or powerful

Example

The dominant player controlled the entire basketball game.

Доминирующий игрок контролировал всю игру в баскетбол.

B2 verb /ɪnˈfɛkt/

infect

инфицировать

Meaning

To contaminate with a disease-causing organism.

Example

The virus can infect healthy people quickly.

Вирус может быстро инфицировать здоровых людей.

B2 noun /ˈsɜːdʒən/

surgeon

хирург

Meaning

a doctor who performs medical operations

Example

The surgeon performed a complex heart operation.

Хирург выполнил сложную операцию на сердце.

B2 adjective /əˈfektɪd/

Affected

затронутый; пострадавший

Meaning

influenced; impacted; touched by something

Example

The flood-affected areas need immediate assistance.

Затопленные районы нуждаются в немедленной помощи.

B2 noun /haɪˈdreɪʃən/

hydration

Процесс обеспечения организма достаточным количеством жидкости.

Meaning

The process of providing an adequate amount of liquid to bodily tissues.

Example

Proper hydration is essential for maintaining body functions.

Правильная гидратация важна для поддержания функций организма.

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 noun /wɒsp/

Wasp

оса

Meaning

a flying insect with a yellow and black striped body and a painful sting

Example

The wasp stung me when I disturbed its nest.

Оса ужалила меня, когда я потревожил её гнездо.

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtækt/

intact

целый

Meaning

Remaining whole, complete, and undamaged.

Example

Despite the storm, the old house remained intact.

Несмотря на шторм, старый дом остался целым.

B2 adjective ˈræd.ɪ.kəl

radical

способный принести фундаментальные изменения, противоположные традиционным убеждениям или системам

Meaning

Capable of bringing fundamental changes opposite to conventional beliefs or systems.

Example

The leader proposed radical economic reforms.

Лидер предложил радикальные экономические реформы.

B2 noun ˈkæp.ɪ.təl.ɪ.zəm

capitalism

капитализм

Meaning

An economic system where trade, industry and production are privately owned and operated for profit.

Example

Capitalism encourages innovation and competition.

Капитализм поощряет инновации и конкуренцию.

B2 noun /ˈtoʊ.kən/

token

символ / жетон

Meaning

A symbol or object that represents something, often given as a sign of appreciation or as a substitute for money.

Example

She gave him a small gift as a token of gratitude.

Она дала ему маленький подарок как токен благодарности.

B2 verb /ˈresəl/

wrestle

бороться

Meaning

to fight by grappling and trying to throw down an opponent; to struggle with a problem

Example

The children like to wrestle on the playground.

Дети любят бороться на игровой площадке.

B2 noun /ˈaɪ.lɪd/

Eyelid

веко

Meaning

either of the upper or lower folds of skin that cover the eye when closed

Example

Her eyelids felt heavy with sleep.

Ее веки чувствовали тяжесть от сна.

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 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 noun /ˈaʊtˌskɜːrt/

outskirt

окраина города

Meaning

the outer edge or border of a town or city

Example

They built a new factory on the outskirts of the city.

Они построили новый завод на окраине города.

B2 adjective /ˈtaɪə.səm/

Tiresome

утомительный; скучный

Meaning

causing weariness or boredom; tedious

Example

The long lecture was tiresome and repetitive.

Долгая лекция была утомительной и повторяющейся.

B2 noun ˌɜːbənaɪˈzeɪʃən

urbanization

урбанизация

Meaning

The process by which towns and cities are formed and become larger as more people begin living and working in central areas.

Example

Urbanization leads to more developed infrastructure.

Урбанизация ведет к более развитой инфраструктуре.

B2 noun, verb /rɪər/

rear

задняя часть / растить

Meaning

the back part of something; to bring up or raise children or animals

Example

The mother cat reared her kittens in a quiet corner.

Мать кошка вырастила своих котят в тихом уголке.

B2 verb /ɪnˈɡeɪdʒɪŋ/

engaging

вовлекать

Meaning

Participating or becoming involved in; occupying or attracting someone's interest or attention.

Example

Engaging youth in education is essential.

Важно вовлечь молодёжь в образование.

B2 noun /ˌærɪˈstɑːkrəsi/

aristocracy

аристократия

Meaning

a class of people holding exceptional rank and privileges, especially hereditary nobility

Example

The aristocracy often had influence over political decisions.

Аристократия часто имела влияние на политические решения.

B2 noun ˈlɛvərɪdʒ

leverage

рычаг

Meaning

The use of borrowed capital or resources to increase the potential return of an investment; using something to maximum advantage.

Example

Leverage amplifies your efforts and scales your work.

Рычаг усиливает ваши усилия и масштабирует вашу работу.

B2 verb /əˈbaɪd/

abide

соблюдать

Meaning

to accept or act in accordance with; to endure; to dwell

Example

I will abide by the rules of the company.

Я буду соблюдать правила компании.

B2 verb /mɛnd/

mend

ремонтировать

Meaning

To repair something that is broken or damaged.

Example

She learned to mend her torn dress.

Она научилась ремонтировать свое порванное платье.

B2 noun /rɪˈsɛs/

recess

перерыв

Meaning

A short break from work or school; also a small space set back in a wall.

Example

The children played outside during recess.

Дети играли на улице во время перерыва.

B2 noun ˈkɑː.bən

carbon

углерод

Meaning

The chemical element of atomic number 6, occurring as diamond, graphite, and charcoal.

Example

Carbon emissions must be controlled.

Эмиссии углерода должны быть контролируемыми.

B2 noun /ˈaʊtskɜːrts/

outskirts

периферия города

Meaning

The outer parts of a town or city, away from the center.

Example

They moved to the outskirts of the city for a quieter life.

Они переехали на окраины города, чтобы жить спокойнее.

B2 verb /ˌʌndərˈɡoʊ/

undergo

претерпеть

Meaning

to go through something, especially something unpleasant or difficult

Example

She had to undergo surgery to recover.

Ей пришлось перенести операцию для восстановления.

B2 adjective /ˈθɔːr.ni/

Thorny

колючий; трудный

Meaning

having thorns; difficult to handle or deal with

Example

The thorny issue of budget cuts needs careful consideration.

Острая проблема сокращения бюджета требует тщательного рассмотрения.

B2 noun /ˈsɪmp.təmz/

symptoms

симптомы

Meaning

signs or indications of a disease or condition

Example

Fever and cough are common symptoms of the flu.

Жар и кашель - это обычные симптомы гриппа.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈɪndʒərd/

uninjured

неповрежденный

Meaning

Without injury; not physically harmed.

Example

All the passengers were rescued uninjured.

Все пассажиры были спасены без повреждений.

B2 adjective /ˌʌnəˈvɔɪdəbəl/

Unavoidable

Неизбежный; который нельзя избежать; неминуемый

Meaning

cannot be avoided; certain to happen; inevitable

Example

The meeting is unavoidable, so we must attend.

Встреча неизбежна, нам нужно присутствовать.

B2 noun, verb /dɪˈfɔːlt/

default

невыполнение обязательства

Meaning

failure to fulfill an obligation, especially to repay a loan

Example

The company defaulted on its loan payments.

Компания не выполнила свои обязательства по платежам по кредиту.

B2 noun /ˌaʊtˈsaɪdə(r)/

outsider

аутсайдер

Meaning

a person who is not accepted as a member of a particular group or community

Example

As a new student, she often felt like an outsider at school.

Будучи новым студентом, она часто чувствовала себя аутсайдером в школе.

B2 noun /rɛlm/

realm

царство

Meaning

A kingdom or domain; a field or area of activity or interest.

Example

He is well known in the realm of science.

Он хорошо известен в области науки.

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.

B2 noun /ˈkæp.tɪv/

Captive

пленный

Meaning

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

Example

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

Пленный был удержан в маленькой камере несколько месяцев.

B2 verb fəˈsɪl.ɪ.teɪt

facilitate

облегчать

Meaning

Make an action or process easier or more achievable; to help bring about.

Example

Good infrastructure facilitates economic growth.

Хорошая инфраструктура облегчает экономический рост.

B2 noun /kwɪlt/

Quilt

одеяло

Meaning

a warm bed covering made of padding enclosed between layers of fabric

Example

Grandmother made a beautiful quilt with colorful patches for my bed.

Бабушка сделала красивое одеяло с цветными заплатками для моей кровати.

B2 noun /ˈmoʊ.tɪv/

Motive

мотив; причина; побуждение

Meaning

a reason for doing something; what drives someone to act

Example

The police are investigating the motive for the crime.

Полиция расследует мотив преступления.

B2 verb /prɪˈsiːd/

precede

предшествовать

Meaning

to come before something in time, order, or position

Example

A brief introduction precedes each chapter.

Краткое введение предшествует каждой главе.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈskɪld/

Unskilled

неквалифицированный; работник без навыков

Meaning

lacking technical training or ability; not requiring special skills

Example

Many unskilled workers are looking for training opportunities.

Многие неквалифицированные рабочие ищут возможности для обучения.

B2 noun /ˈnæp.kɪn/

Nap Kin

салфетка

Meaning

a piece of cloth or paper used for wiping the mouth and hands while eating

Example

She placed the napkin on her lap before starting dinner.

Она положила салфетку на колени перед тем, как начать ужинать.

B2 noun/verb /ˈbʌfər/

buffer

буфер / поглотитель удара

Meaning

Something that lessens or absorbs the impact of a shock; to act as a protective barrier.

Example

The organization acts as a buffer between workers and management.

Организация выступает в качестве буфера между рабочими и руководством.

B2 noun ˈflæʃkɑːrdz

flashcards

карты для обучения

Meaning

Cards containing small amounts of information, held up for students to see, as an aid to learning.

Example

Flashcards help in quick memorization.

Флешкарты помогают в быстром запоминании.

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 /ˌoʊvərˈnaɪt/

Overnight

за ночь; внезапно; очень быстро

Meaning

during the night; suddenly; very quickly

Example

The city was transformed overnight.

Город был преобразован за ночь.

B2 noun /ˌsɛlf ɪˈstiːm/

self-esteem

самооценка

Meaning

confidence in one's own worth or abilities; self-respect

Example

Building self-esteem takes time and consistent effort.

Развитие самооценки требует времени и постоянных усилий.

B2 adjective /ˈnjuː.mər.əs/

Numerous

многочисленный; много; обильный

Meaning

existing in large numbers; many; abundant

Example

There are numerous benefits to exercising regularly.

Существует множество преимуществ регулярных упражнений.

B2 adjective /senˈseɪʃənəl/

Sensational

сенсационный; впечатляющий; ошеломляющий

Meaning

causing great excitement or shock; extremely impressive

Example

The sensational performance left the audience speechless.

Сенсационное выступление оставило зрителей без слов.

B2 verb/noun /vɛnt/

vent

вентиляция / отверстие, через которое проходит воздух или газ

Meaning

to release air, gas, or strong emotions; an opening that allows air, gas, or liquid to pass

Example

She vented her frustration after the long meeting.

Она выпустила свою фрустрацию после долгой встречи.

B2 adjective /ˈliː.fi/

Leafy

с множеством листьев; покрытый листьями

Meaning

having many leaves; covered with leaves

Example

The leafy green vegetables are very nutritious.

Листовые зелёные овощи очень питательны.

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 adjective /səˈraʊndɪŋ/

surrounding

окружающий

Meaning

located all around a particular place or thing; nearby

Example

The surrounding hills were covered in mist.

Окружающие холмы были покрыты туманом.

B2 noun /ˈdɛsɪməl/

decimal

десятичный

Meaning

A number system based on 10; a number expressed in the base-10 system.

Example

The number 0.75 is a decimal.

Число 0,75 — это десятичное число.

B2 noun/adjective /ˈfluːɪd/

fluid

жидкость

Meaning

a substance that can flow easily, such as liquid or gas; smooth and adaptable

Example

The artist's fluid movements impressed the audience.

Плавные движения художника впечатлили зрителей.

B2 verb /ˈfæsən/

fasten

пристегнуть

Meaning

To attach or secure something firmly in place

Example

Please fasten your seatbelt before the plane takes off.

Пожалуйста, пристегните ремень перед взлетом самолета.

B2 noun daɪˈvɜːsɪti

diversity

разнообразие

Meaning

The state of being diverse; variety.

Example

Biodiversity promotes ecosystem stability and resilience.

Биологическое разнообразие способствует стабильности и устойчивости экосистем.

B2 adjective ɪkˈstɪŋkt

extinct

вымирающий

Meaning

No longer in existence; having died out completely.

Example

Some species are becoming extinct due to overfishing.

Некоторые виды становятся вымирающими из-за чрезмерного вылова рыбы.

B2 verb /dɪsˈeɪbl/

disable

отключить

Meaning

to make something unable to function or operate

Example

The technician disabled the alarm system temporarily.

Техник временно отключил сигнализацию.

B2 verb /bɑːrk/

bark

лаять

Meaning

to make a sharp sound like a dog; to speak angrily

Example

The dog barks at strangers.

Собака лает на незнакомцев.

B2 noun /ˈweər.ə.baʊts/

Whereabouts

местоположение; расположение

Meaning

the place where someone or something is located

Example

Nobody knows the whereabouts of the missing person.

Никто не знает, где находится пропавший человек.

B2 noun ˈmaɪnd.set

mindset

мышление

Meaning

The established set of attitudes held by someone.

Example

A growth mindset helps individuals embrace challenges.

Мышление на основе роста помогает людям справляться с трудностями.

B2 adjective /ɪnˈkluːsɪv/

inclusive

инклюзивный

Meaning

Including all the services, facilities, or items normally expected or required; not excluding any section of society or any party involved.

Example

Inclusive growth benefits all sections of society.

Инклюзивный рост приносит пользу всем слоям общества.

B2 verb /dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃ/

distinguish

различать

Meaning

to recognize or show the differences between two or more things; to set apart as different

Example

It can be difficult to distinguish between truth and rumor.

Бывает сложно различить правду и слухи.

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 verb /ˌdɪfəˈrɛnʃieɪt/

differentiate

дифференцировать

Meaning

To recognize or make a distinction between things.

Example

It is important to differentiate between fact and opinion.

Важно дифференцировать факты и мнения.

B2 noun /pæd/

pad

блокнот

Meaning

a small cushion or block of soft material; also a set of sheets of paper fastened together

Example

He wrote her phone number on a yellow pad.

Он написал её номер телефона на жёлтом блокноте.

B2 adjective /əˈsɪdɪk/

acidic

кислый

Meaning

containing acid; having a sour taste; sharp or biting in tone

Example

The lemon has an acidic taste that makes your mouth pucker.

Лимон имеет кислый вкус.

B2 noun /rɪb/

Rib

рёбра

Meaning

one of the curved bones that protect the chest and lungs

Example

He broke his rib in the accident.

Он сломал рёбра в аварии.

B2 noun kənˈsen.səs

consensus

консенсус

Meaning

A general agreement among all members of a group.

Example

Consensus was reached after long deliberation.

Консенсус был достигнут после долгих обсуждений.

B2 noun /ˈɔːɡənɪzəm/

organism

организм

Meaning

a living thing that has an organized structure and can grow and reproduce

Example

Every organism needs water to survive.

Каждому организму нужна вода для выживания.

B2 noun /ˈspaɪs bɒks/

Spice box

коробка с приправами

Meaning

a container used to store various spices and seasonings

Example

She opened the spice box to find cumin for her curry.

Она открыла коробку с приправами, чтобы найти тмин для своего карри.

B2 noun ˌɔː.təˈmeɪ.ʃən

automation

автоматизация

Meaning

Replacing manual work with machines or software.

Example

Automation increases efficiency and reduces errors in production.

Автоматизация увеличивает эффективность и снижает ошибки в производстве.

B2 noun /ˈræp.ər/

Wrapper

обёртка

Meaning

a loose garment worn around the body; covering material

Example

She put on a warm wrapper before going outside.

Она надела тёплый обёртывающий предмет перед тем как выйти.

B2 adjective /ɡrɪm/

grim

мрачный

Meaning

very serious or gloomy in appearance or outlook

Example

The future looked grim after the disaster.

Будущее выглядело мрачно после катастрофы.

B2 noun /ˈʃuːtɪŋ/

shooting

съемка

Meaning

the action of shooting a gun, camera, or similar device

Example

The shooting of the movie took several months.

Съемка фильма заняла несколько месяцев.

B2 noun /ˈrɪə.lɪ.zəm/

realism

реализм

Meaning

The quality of representing things as they are; a practical or factual view.

Example

Her paintings are admired for their realism.

Её картины восхищают своим реализмом.

B2 noun /təˈreɪn/

terrain

местность

Meaning

a stretch of land, especially with regard to its physical features

Example

The soldiers had to cross rough terrain during the mission.

Солдаты должны были преодолеть трудную местность во время миссии.

B2 noun ˈtɒksɪk ˈɡæsɪz

toxic gases

токсичные газы

Meaning

Poisonous or harmful gases that can cause illness or death

Example

Toxic gases from industries contribute to air pollution.

Токсичные газы от промышленности способствуют загрязнению воздуха.

B2 noun /ˈbiː.təl/

Beetle

жук

Meaning

a hard-bodied insect with wing covers

Example

The black beetle scurried across the garden path.

Черный жук скакал по садовой дорожке.

B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsələr/

counsellor

консультант

Meaning

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

Example

She spoke to a counsellor to get advice about her career.

Она поговорила с консультантом о своей карьере.

B2 noun /əkˈsɛsəri/

accessory

аксессуар; человек, который помогает совершить преступление

Meaning

a thing which can be added to something else to make it more useful, versatile, or attractive; a person who assists in committing a crime

Example

She bought some stylish accessories for her new phone.

Она купила несколько стильных аксессуаров для своего нового телефона.

B2 adjective /ɪˈkwɪv.ə.lənt/

Equivalent

эквивалент; равный

Meaning

equal in value, amount, function, or meaning; having the same effect or result

Example

This amount is equivalent to ten dollars.

Эта сумма эквивалентна десяти долларам.

B2 adjective /ˈvɛriəbl/

Variable

переменный

Meaning

able to change; not consistent or having a fixed pattern

Example

The weather has been very variable this week.

Погода была очень переменной на этой неделе.

B2 adjective /ˈfɔːlti/

faulty

неисправный

Meaning

Having defects or imperfections; not working properly

Example

The device stopped working because it was faulty.

Устройство перестало работать, потому что оно было неисправным.

B2 adjective /aʊtˈstændɪŋ/

outstanding

выдающийся

Meaning

extremely good or impressive; not yet resolved or paid

Example

She received an award for her outstanding performance.

Она получила награду за свою выдающуюся работу.

B2 noun /ˈfɛmənɪst/

feminist

феминистка

Meaning

a person who supports equal rights and opportunities for women and men

Example

She proudly calls herself a feminist and fights for gender equality.

Она гордо называет себя феминисткой и борется за гендерное равенство.

B2 verb /ˈtrɪɡər/

trigger

вызывать

Meaning

To cause something to happen or start, often suddenly.

Example

The loud noise triggered the alarm system.

Громкий шум активировал систему сигнализации.

B2 adjective /lʌɡˈʒʊəriəs/

luxurious

роскошный

Meaning

extremely comfortable, elegant, or enjoyable, often involving great expense

Example

They stayed in a luxurious hotel during their vacation.

Они остановились в роскошном отеле во время отпуска.

B2 noun /ˌɑb.lɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

Obligation

обязанность

Meaning

a duty or commitment; something that must be done legally or morally

Example

Parents have an obligation to care for their children.

Родители обязаны заботиться о своих детях.

B2 noun /ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən/

distribution

распределение

Meaning

the act of sharing or delivering something to multiple people or places

Example

The company manages the distribution of food supplies to rural areas.

Компания управляет распределением продуктов питания в сельские районы.

B2 noun/verb /briːtʃ/

breach

нарушение

Meaning

A violation or breaking of a law, agreement, or code of conduct; an act of breaking or failing to observe a law, agreement, or code of conduct.

Example

The company faced a breach of data security.

Компания столкнулась с нарушением безопасности данных.

B2 adverb /ˈlaɪtli/

lightly

легко

Meaning

gently or with little force or weight

Example

She touched the baby’s hand lightly.

Она легко прикоснулась к руке ребенка.

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 adjective /əˈvɔɪdəbl/

avoidable

предотвратимый

Meaning

able to be prevented or avoided

Example

Most of the damage was avoidable with proper planning.

Большую часть ущерба можно было предотвратить при правильном планировании.

B2 noun /oʊˈbiː.di.əns/

Obedience

послушание

Meaning

compliance with an order, request, or law; submission to authority

Example

Children should show obedience to their parents.

Дети должны показывать послушание своим родителям.

B2 noun prəˈtæɡənɪst

protagonist

протагоніст

Meaning

The leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.

Example

Charles Darnay is one of the protagonists of the story.

Чарльз Дарней — один из протагонистов этой истории.

B2 noun /ˌsɪmjuˈleɪʃən/

simulation

симуляция

Meaning

the imitation of a situation or process

Example

The simulation helped the students understand the complex theory.

Симуляция помогла студентам понять сложную теорию.

B2 noun /ˈbækdrɒp/

backdrop

задник

Meaning

a painted cloth or other structure used behind a stage

Example

The backdrop for the play was a beautiful mountain scene.

Задник для пьесы был красивым горным пейзажем.

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.