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C2 adjective /dɪsˈkʌmfɪtɪŋ/

discomfiting

неловкий
Meaning
Causing unease, embarrassment, or discomfort.
Example
His discomfiting questions made everyone shift uncomfortably in their seats.
Его неловкие вопросы заставили всех неудобно ерзать на своих местах.
A2 noun /keɪdʒ/

Cage

клетка
Meaning
a structure with bars or wire for keeping birds or animals
Example
The parrot lives in a large cage.
Попугай живет в большой клетке.
C2 adjective /dɪˈdjuːsəbl/

deducible

выводимый
Meaning
able to be deduced; possible to be inferred
Example
The solution is deducible from the data provided.
Решение можно вывести из предоставленных данных.
B2 adjective /stɑːrk/

stark

сильный, резкий
Meaning
Severe, sharp, or clearly defined; plain and without any decoration.
Example
The stark contrast between poverty and wealth was evident in the city.
Явное различие между бедностью и богатством было очевидно в городе.
C2 noun /pəˈlɛmɪks/

polemics

поли́тика
Meaning
the art or practice of engaging in controversial debate or dispute
Example
The conference was full of polemics on economic reforms.
Конференция была полна полемики по экономическим реформам.
C1 verb /ɪnˈtɪmɪdeɪt/

intimidate

пугать
Meaning
To frighten or overawe someone, especially to make them do what one wants.
Example
The bully tried to intimidate the smaller kids.
Булли пытался запугать маленьких детей.
C1 noun /ˈpetɪkoʊt/

Petti-coat

панталон
Meaning
an undergarment worn by women under a dress or skirt
Example
She wore a white petticoat under her dress.
Она носила белую панталону под своим платьем.
A2 verb /raɪz/

rise

вставать
Meaning
to move upward; to get up from bed; to increase
Example
The sun rises in the east.
Солнце встает на востоке.
B1 noun, verb /spoʊk/

spoke

спицы / сказал
Meaning
As a noun, a bar connecting the center of a wheel to its rim; as the past tense of 'speak'.
Example
The bicycle's spoke was bent after the accident.
Спица велосипеда была согнута после аварии.
B2 noun /rɪˈsɪp.i.ənt/

Recipient

получатель
Meaning
a person who receives something
Example
She was the recipient of the prestigious award.
Она была получателем престижной премии.
A2 noun /ɜːθ/

Earth

Земля; почва;
Meaning
the planet on which we live; the ground or soil
Example
The astronauts could see Earth from their spacecraft in orbit.
Астронавты могли увидеть Землю с их космического корабля на орбите.
C1 noun /ˌdɪsərˈteɪʃən/

dissertation

диссертация
Meaning
A long piece of writing on a particular subject, usually written for a university degree.
Example
She spent two years writing her doctoral dissertation.
Она потратила два года на написание своей докторской диссертации.
C1 adjective ˈmer.ɪt beɪst

merit-based

основанный на заслугах
Meaning
Based on or determined by individual merit, ability, or achievement rather than other factors.
Example
Merit-based recruitment strengthens the workforce.
Набор по заслугам укрепляет рабочую силу.
C2 noun /njuːˈmɪzmətɪst/

numismatist

нумизмат
Meaning
A person who studies or collects coins, paper currency, and medals.
Example
The numismatist displayed his rare coin collection at the exhibition.
Нумизмат показал свою редкую коллекцию монет на выставке
C1 noun /krʌˈsteɪʃən/

crustacean

водное существо с жесткой оболочкой
Meaning
an aquatic animal with a hard shell, such as crabs, lobsters, and shrimps
Example
Crabs and lobsters are well-known crustaceans.
Крабы и омары хорошо известны среди ракообразных.
C2 adjective /ˈkʌmli/

comely

красивый
Meaning
Attractive or pleasant in appearance.
Example
The actress was known for her comely features.
Актриса была известна своими красивыми чертами.
A1 verb /bʌt/

but

ударить головой
Meaning
to hit or push with the head or horns; to strike forcefully
Example
The goat butted against the fence.
Коза врезалась в забор.
B1 verb ɪnˈkriːsɪŋ

increasing

увеличивающийся
Meaning
Becoming or making greater in size, amount, intensity, or degree; growing.
Example
Increasing awareness about education is necessary.
Необходимо увеличивать осведомленность об образовании.
C2 adjective /ˈɪnˌbrɛd/

inbred

врожденный
Meaning
existing naturally in a person or animal; also related to reproduction within a limited community
Example
He has an inbred sense of loyalty.
У него врожденное чувство преданности.
C1 verb /ɪkˈstræpəleɪtɪŋ/

extrapolating

экстраполировать
Meaning
Extend the application of (a method or conclusion) to an unknown situation by assuming that existing trends will continue.
Example
Extrapolating from the current data, we can estimate the trends for next year.
Экстраполируя текущие данные, мы можем оценить тенденции на следующий год.
B2 verb /ˈruːɪn/

ruin

разрушать
Meaning
to destroy or damage beyond repair; to spoil completely
Example
Heavy rain could ruin our picnic plans.
Сильный дождь может разрушить наши планы на пикник.
C1 adjective /ˈstɔːlwərt/

stalwart

непоколебимый, верный
Meaning
Loyal, reliable, and hardworking; strongly built or sturdy.
Example
She has always been a stalwart supporter of the community.
Она всегда была непоколебимым сторонником сообщества.
B1 noun /ˈlɪt.ər.ə.ʧər/

Literature

литература
Meaning
written works, especially those considered of superior or lasting artistic merit; books and writings published on a particular subject
Example
She studied English literature at university.
Она изучала английскую литературу в университете.
B2 noun /ˌɛdɪˈtɔːriəl/

editorial

редакционная статья
Meaning
A newspaper article expressing the opinion of the editor or publisher.
Example
The newspaper published an editorial criticizing government policy.
Газета опубликовала редакционную статью, критикующую политику правительства.
B1 verb /straɪk/

Strike

ударить
Meaning
to hit forcefully; to stop work as a form of protest
Example
Lightning strikes the tall building during the storm.
Молния ударяет по высокому зданию во время шторма.
C2 noun /ˌpɜː.spɪˈkæs.ɪ.ti/

perspicacity

проницательность
Meaning
Sharp insight, keen understanding and discernment.
Example
Her perspicacity in business decisions led to success.
Её персикасити в бизнес-решениях привела к успеху.
A1 pronoun /jɔːrˈsɛlf/

yourself

себя
Meaning
used to refer to the person being addressed, often for emphasis or reflection
Example
You should look after yourself.
Тебе следует заботиться о себе.
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.
A2 noun ˈtem.pər.ə.tʃər

temperature

температура
Meaning
The degree or intensity of heat present in a substance or object.
Example
Rising temperatures affect agricultural output.
Растущие температуры влияют на сельскохозяйственное производство.
C1 noun/verb /ɡæʃ/

gash

глубокий порез
Meaning
A long, deep cut or wound; to cut deeply or violently.
Example
He had a deep gash on his leg after the accident.
У него была глубокая рана на ноге после аварии.
C1 verb /rɪˈdrɛs/

redress

исправлять
Meaning
to set right, remedy, or compensate for a wrong or grievance
Example
The company promised to redress the complaints of its customers.
Компания пообещала устранить жалобы своих клиентов.
C1 adjective /ˈhɔːltɪŋ/

halting

колеблющийся
Meaning
slow and hesitant, especially due to lack of confidence
Example
She gave a halting reply during the interview.
Она дала запоздалый ответ на интервью.
C1 noun /ɪnˈdʒʌŋkʃən/

injunction

инъюнкция
Meaning
A judicial order restraining a person from an action or compelling a certain act.
Example
The court issued an injunction to stop the company from polluting the river.
Суд вынес инъюнкцию, чтобы остановить компанию от загрязнения реки.
A2 noun /ænt/

Ant

муравей
Meaning
a small insect that lives in organized colonies and is known for hard work
Example
The ant carried a crumb that was twice its size.
Муравей пронес крошку, которая была в два раза больше его размера.
A2 noun /ˈsen.tʃər.i/

Century

век; столетие
Meaning
a period of one hundred years; a score of one hundred in cricket
Example
The ancient castle has stood for more than five centuries.
Древний замок стоит более пяти веков.
B2 noun /ˈdaɪ.vər/

Diver

нырок
Meaning
a type of water bird that dives underwater to catch fish
Example
The diver disappeared beneath the surface to catch a fish.
Нырок исчез под поверхностью, чтобы поймать рыбу.
C2 noun /məˈnɪʃən/

monition

предостережение
Meaning
A warning or caution, often of a religious or moral nature.
Example
The priest gave a monition against dishonesty.
Священник дал предостережение против нечестности.
C2 adjective /ˌsɒfəˈmɒrɪk/

sophomoric

незрелый
Meaning
showing immaturity and overconfidence, like a sophomore
Example
His sophomoric behavior embarrassed his friends.
Его незрелое поведение поставило в неловкое положение его друзей.
C2 verb /ˌmɛtəˈmɔrfoʊz/

metamorphose

метаморфозировать
Meaning
To change in form, structure, or substance; to transform completely.
Example
The caterpillar metamorphosed into a butterfly.
Гусеница метаморфозировала в бабочку.
C1 noun /ˈwɜːkmənʃɪp/

workmanship

качество работы
Meaning
The skill with which something is made or the quality of something made.
Example
The workmanship of the handmade furniture was impeccable.
Ремесло ручной мебели было безупречным.
C1 adjective /dɪsˈkɔːrdənt/

discordant

дискордант
Meaning
disagreeing or clashing; harsh and jarring in sound
Example
The discordant notes of the band hurt our ears.
Дискордантные ноты группы повредили наши уши.
C1 adjective /ɪkˈsiːdɪŋ/

Exceeding

чрезмерный; за пределами
Meaning
going beyond; surpassing; extremely
Example
The project was completed with exceeding excellence.
Проект был завершен с чрезмерной превосходностью.
A2 adverb /ˈsʌd.ən.li/

Suddenly

внезапно
Meaning
quickly and without warning; unexpectedly
Example
The car suddenly stopped in the middle of the road.
Машина внезапно остановилась посреди дороги.
C1 noun /ˌdɪs.əˈreɪ/

disarray

беспорядок
Meaning
A state of disorganization or untidiness; confusion or disorder.
Example
His desk was in complete disarray.
Его стол был в полном беспорядке.
A1 noun /ˈrɪv.ər/

River

река
Meaning
a large natural stream of water flowing in a channel to the sea, a lake, or another river
Example
The river flows through the valley and into the ocean.
Река течет через долину и впадает в океан.
C2 noun /ˈpɒlɪɡæmɪst/

polygamist

полигамист
Meaning
a person who has more than one spouse at the same time
Example
The polygamist had three wives living in different houses.
Полигамист имел три жены, которые жили в разных домах.
C2 adverb /ˈaɪsɪli/

icily

ледяным образом
Meaning
In a very cold, unfriendly, or hostile manner.
Example
She replied icily to his question.
Она ответила ледяным образом на его вопрос.
B2 adjective /ˌɪnsɪˈkjʊə/

insecure

неуверенный
Meaning
not confident or assured; uncertain and anxious
Example
She felt insecure about her performance in the exam.
Она чувствовала себя неуверенной относительно своей работы на экзамене.
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.
C1 adjective /ˈsɪnjuəs/

sinuous

изогнутый
Meaning
Having many curves, bends, or turns; winding.
Example
The hikers followed a sinuous path through the forest.
Путешественники шли по извилистому пути через лес.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈfleɪtɪd/

inflated

надувной
Meaning
excessively increased in size, value, or importance; filled with air or gas
Example
The company faced criticism for its inflated prices.
Компания столкнулась с критикой из-за своих надувных цен.
B1 adjective /ˈnɔːðərn/

northern

северный
Meaning
relating to the north or situated in the north
Example
The northern part of the country is known for its cold climate.
Северная часть страны известна своим холодным климатом.
C1 noun /rɪft/

rift

трещина
Meaning
a serious break in a relationship; a split or crack
Example
A rift developed between the two friends after the argument.
Разрыв возник между двумя друзьями после ссоры.
B1 noun /ˈpɔɪ.zən/

Poison

яд
Meaning
a substance that is capable of causing death or illness
Example
The snake's bite contains deadly poison.
Укус змеи содержит смертельный яд.
C2 verb /rɪˈpruːv/

reprove

поругать
Meaning
to criticize or correct someone gently or disapprove of their actions
Example
The teacher reproved the student for being late.
Учитель отругал ученика за опоздание.
C1 verb /rɪˈkuːpəreɪt/

recuperate

восстановиться
Meaning
to recover from illness or regain strength
Example
She went to the countryside to recuperate after surgery.
Она поехала в деревню, чтобы восстановиться после операции.
A1 verb /hæv/

have

иметь
Meaning
to possess, own, or hold
Example
They have three children.
У них есть три ребенка.
C1 noun ˌeə.rəʊ.daɪˈnæm.ɪks

aerodynamics

аэродинамика
Meaning
The study of the properties of moving air and the interaction between the air and solid bodies moving through it.
Example
The aerodynamics of an aircraft determines its speed and efficiency.
Аэродинамика самолета определяет его скорость и эффективность.
A1 noun /ˈsʌn.deɪ/

sunday

воскресенье
Meaning
The day of the week between Saturday and Monday; often considered a day of rest or worship.
Example
We usually relax at home on Sunday.
Мы обычно отдыхаем дома в воскресенье.
C2 noun /pəˈtiːnə/

patina

пленка или блеск на металле, камне или дереве из-за возраста или использования; также поверхностный вид
Meaning
a surface film or sheen on metal, stone, or wood due to age or use; also, a superficial appearance
Example
The bronze statue developed a green patina after years in the sea air.
Бронзовая статуя развила зеленую патину после многих лет в морском воздухе.
C2 noun /ˌfɑːrməkəˈpiːə/

pharmacopoeia

фармакопея
Meaning
An official book listing medicinal drugs, their effects, and directions for use.
Example
The doctor referred to the pharmacopoeia to check the drug's proper dosage.
Доктор обратился к фармакопее, чтобы проверить правильную дозу лекарства.
C1 adjective /ˈɪɡ.ni.əs/

igneous

магматический
Meaning
Formed through the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.
Example
Granite is an igneous rock commonly used in construction.
Гранит - это магматическая порода, которая часто используется в строительстве.
C1 noun /ˌæntiˈklaɪmæks/

anticlimax

анти-климакс
Meaning
A disappointing end after a big build-up of excitement or expectation.
Example
The movie's ending was an anticlimax after such a thrilling story.
Конец фильма был анти-климаксом после такой захватывающей истории.
B1 adjective /ɪɡˈzækt/

Exact

точный; правильный; полностью правильный
Meaning
precise; accurate; completely correct
Example
Please give me the exact time of the meeting.
Пожалуйста, скажите мне точное время встречи.
C2 adjective /ɑːlˈfæktəri/

olfactory

обонятельный
Meaning
Relating to the sense of smell.
Example
The perfume activated her olfactory nerves immediately.
Парфюм сразу активировал её обонятельные нервы.
B1 noun /ˈbæɡɪdʒ/

Baggage

багаж; личные вещи;
Meaning
suitcases and bags containing personal belongings; past experiences or problems that affect behavior
Example
Please collect your baggage from the conveyor belt at the airport.
Пожалуйста, заберите свой багаж с конвейерной ленты в аэропорту.
C1 adverb /əˈnjuː/

anew

заново
Meaning
In a new or different way; once more.
Example
After the failure, she decided to start her life anew.
После неудачи она решила начать свою жизнь заново.
C2 verb ˈɪn.kʌl.keɪt

inculcate

внедрить
Meaning
Instill an attitude, idea, or habit by persistent instruction; to teach and impress by frequent repetitions.
Example
Parents should inculcate good values in their children.
Родители должны внедрять хорошие ценности в своих детей.
C1 verb ɪˈmɜːrs

immerse

погружаться
Meaning
To involve oneself deeply in a particular activity or interest; to surround completely.
Example
Immerse yourself in the new language.
Погрузитесь в новый язык.
C1 adjective /ˈkræfti/

crafty

хитрый, ловкий, обманчивый
Meaning
skilled at achieving goals through cunning or deceit; sly
Example
The crafty fox evaded the hunters again.
Хитрая лиса снова обманула охотников.
C1 adjective ˈsɪŋ.krə.nəs

synchronous

синхронный
Meaning
Existing or occurring at the same time.
Example
Synchronous learning involves live online classes.
Синхронное обучение включает в себя онлайн-уроки в реальном времени.
C2 verb /ˌnɒnˈplʌs/

nonplus

загнать в тупик
Meaning
To surprise and confuse someone so much that they are unsure how to react.
Example
The unexpected question seemed to nonplus the speaker.
Неожиданный вопрос, похоже, поставил оратора в тупик.
A2 noun /ˈketʃ.ʌp/

Ketch-up

томатный соус
Meaning
a thick sauce made chiefly from tomatoes, vinegar, and spices
Example
She squeezed some ketchup on her french fries before eating them.
Она выжала немного кетчупа на свои картошки фри перед тем, как их съесть.
B2 noun /məˈtʃʊrəti/

Maturity

зрелость
Meaning
The state of being mature; full development physically or emotionally
Example
With age comes wisdom and emotional maturity.
С возрастом приходит мудрость и эмоциональная зрелость.
C2 adjective /pərˈsuːənt/

pursuant

согласно
Meaning
in accordance with or following something, especially a law or rule
Example
The decision was made pursuant to the regulations.
Решение было принято согласно правилам.
B2 noun /səˈvaɪvl/

survival

выживание
Meaning
the state of continuing to live or exist, typically in difficult conditions
Example
Survival in the wild can be a challenging experience.
Выживание в дикой природе может быть сложным испытанием.
A2 noun ˈpʌblɪk træns ˈpɔːt

public transport

общественный транспорт
Meaning
Transportation systems available for use by the general public, typically including buses, trains, and metros.
Example
Public transport systems are essential for reducing traffic congestion.
Системы общественного транспорта необходимы для снижения пробок.
B2 noun /ˌpɜːrsəˈnel/

personnel

персонал
Meaning
People employed in an organization or engaged in an organized undertaking such as military service.
Example
The company is hiring more personnel for its new branch.
Компания нанимает больше персонала для своего нового филиала.
B1 noun /tɛkˈniːk/

technique

техника
Meaning
A particular way of carrying out a task, especially with skill.
Example
She learned a new breathing technique in yoga class.
Она изучила новую технику дыхания на занятиях йогой.
C1 adjective /ˈrɪkɪti/

rickety

шаткий
Meaning
Poorly made and likely to collapse; shaky.
Example
They crossed a rickety wooden bridge over the river.
Они перешли по шаткому деревянному мосту через реку.
C1 noun /ˈtaɪ.rənt/

Tyrant

тиран
Meaning
a cruel and oppressive ruler; a person who exercises power in a harsh manner
Example
The people rebelled against the cruel tyrant.
Люди восстали против жестокого тирана.
C1 adverb /ˈmiːk.li/

Meekly

смиренно; покорно
Meaning
in a quiet, gentle way; without resistance or protest
Example
He meekly accepted the criticism without arguing.
Он смиренно принял критику, не споря.
C1 noun /ˈsɪlk.wɜːrm/

Silk-worm

шелкопряд
Meaning
the caterpillar of a moth that produces silk fibers used to make silk fabric
Example
Silkworms feed on mulberry leaves to produce silk.
Шелкопряды питаются листьями тутового дерева, чтобы производить шелк.
C1 adjective /ˈʌndərhænd/

underhand

коварный
Meaning
done secretly and dishonestly; deceitful
Example
The politician was accused of using underhand tactics to win the election.
Политик был обвинен в использовании коварных тактик для победы на выборах.
C2 adjective /ˈkoʊltɪʃ/

coltish

Meaning
Playful, energetic, and not fully mature or disciplined.
Example
The coltish boy ran around the field without a care.
B2 noun /wɔːmθ/

warmth

тепло
Meaning
the quality or state of being warm in temperature or feeling
Example
She felt the warmth of the sun on her face.
Она почувствовала тепло солнца на своем лице.
B2 noun /kənˈvɪk.ʃən/

conviction

убеждение
Meaning
A firmly held belief or opinion.
Example
She spoke with conviction, making everyone believe her.
Она говорила с убеждением, заставляя всех поверить в неё.
B2 verb /ˈkɒm.plɪ.keɪt/

complicate

усложнять
Meaning
To make something more difficult or confusing.
Example
The new rules will only complicate the process.
Новые правила только усложнят процесс.
B1 noun /bɔɪl/

Boil

фурункул; абсцесс
Meaning
a painful, pus-filled bump under the skin caused by infected hair follicles
Example
The painful boil on his neck required medical treatment.
Болезненный фурункул на его шее потребовал медицинского лечения.
C2 verb /bɪˈsiːtʃ/

beseech

умолять
Meaning
To ask someone urgently and fervently to do something; to beg.
Example
He beseeched the judge for mercy.
Он умолял судью о милосердии.
C2 adjective /bɪˈhoʊldən/

beholden

обязанный или признателен
Meaning
indebted or obliged to someone for a service or help
Example
He felt beholden to his mentor for all the guidance.
Он чувствовал благодарность своему наставнику за все наставления.
A2 verb /klaɪm/

climb

взбираться
Meaning
to go up using hands and feet; to ascend
Example
We decided to climb the mountain.
Мы решили взбираться на гору.
C1 noun, adjective, verb /ʃæm/

sham

обман
Meaning
something that is not what it appears to be; a false or fake thing; to pretend
Example
The deal turned out to be a sham.
Сделка оказалась обманом.
A2 adjective /əˈsliːp/

asleep

спящий
Meaning
in a state of sleep
Example
The baby is fast asleep.
Малыш крепко спит.
C1 noun /rəʊˈbɒt.ɪk ˈsɜː.dʒər.i/

robotic surgery

роботизированная хирургия
Meaning
Surgery performed with the assistance of robotic systems to enhance precision and reduce invasiveness.
Example
Robotic surgery enhances precision in complex procedures.
Роботизированная хирургия повышает точность в сложных процедурах.
B2 verb /kənˈfaɪn/

confine

ограничивать
Meaning
to restrict someone or something within certain limits; to keep someone in a closed space
Example
The prisoner was confined to his cell for 23 hours a day.
Заключенный был ограничен в своей камере на 23 часа в день.
B1 verb /əˈproʊtʃ/

approach

подходить / решать проблему
Meaning
to move closer to someone or something; to deal with a situation or problem
Example
The teacher approached the student to offer help.
Учитель подошел к ученику, чтобы предложить помощь.
B2 noun /dʒet/

Jet

реактивный самолет
Meaning
a rapid stream of liquid, gas, or flame; an aircraft powered by jet engines
Example
The jet took off smoothly and reached cruising altitude quickly.
Самолет взлетел плавно и быстро достиг крейсерской высоты.
C2 adjective /ˈslɪpʃɒd/

slipshod

небрежный, неаккуратный
Meaning
done in a careless, sloppy, or untidy way
Example
The project failed due to slipshod planning.
Проект провалился из-за небрежного планирования.
C2 verb /biˈætɪfaɪ/

beatify

беатифицировать
Meaning
to make blessed or holy, especially in the Roman Catholic Church, to declare a deceased person to be among the blessed
Example
The pope decided to beatify the martyr for his faith and sacrifice.
Папа решил беатифицировать мученика за его веру и жертву.
B2 noun, verb /ˈpɛdəl/

pedal

рычаг, приводимый в движение ногой
Meaning
A foot-operated lever for powering or controlling a mechanism, especially on a bicycle.
Example
He pressed down hard on the bicycle pedal.
Он сильно нажал на педаль велосипеда.
B2 adjective ˌtræns.fəˈmeɪ.ʃən.əl

transformational

трансформационный
Meaning
Causing or able to cause an important and lasting change in someone or something.
Example
Transformational projects redefine progress.
Трансформационные проекты переопределяют прогресс.
C2 noun /ˈɡæd.flaɪ/

gadfly

досаждающий человек
Meaning
A person who annoys or criticizes others to stimulate change or provoke action.
Example
The journalist was a gadfly, constantly questioning the government's policies.
Журналист был досаждающим человеком, постоянно ставя под сомнение политику правительства.
A1 noun /striːt/

street

улица
Meaning
a public road in a city or town, typically with buildings on one or both sides
Example
He walked down the street to the park.
Он шел по улице в парк.
C1 noun, verb /ˈbʌtrəs/

buttress

опора, подпорка
Meaning
a structure built against a wall for support; to support or strengthen
Example
The cathedral walls were buttressed to prevent collapse.
Стены собора были укреплены, чтобы предотвратить обрушение.
B2 noun /ˈraɪət/

Riot

беспорядки; восстание
Meaning
a violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd; an uncontrolled outburst
Example
The peaceful protest turned into a riot when violence broke out.
Мирная демонстрация превратилась в беспорядки, когда насилие вспыхнуло.
C2 adjective /ˈbeɪnfəl/

baneful

вредоносный
Meaning
Causing harm, ruin, or destruction; deadly or poisonous.
Example
His baneful influence ruined the community.
Его вредоносное влияние разрушило сообщество.
B1 noun /ˈpaʊdər/

powder

порошок
Meaning
a fine, dry substance made of very tiny particles
Example
She sprinkled some powder on the cake.
Она посыпала немного порошка на торт.
B1 noun, verb /ˈrɒkɪt/

rocket

счастье
Meaning
a missile or vehicle propelled by a rocket engine; to increase or move very quickly
Example
The company’s profits rocketed after the new product launch.
Она не могла скрыть свое счастье, когда получила награду.
B2 noun /ˌaɪ.səˈleɪ.ʃən/

Isolation

изоляция
Meaning
the process or fact of isolating or being isolated; separation from other people or things
Example
The patient was kept in isolation to prevent the spread of the infectious disease.
Пациент был помещен в изоляцию, чтобы предотвратить распространение инфекционного заболевания.
C1 adjective /kənˈɡrɛʃənl/

congressional

конгрессуальный
Meaning
relating to a congress, especially the US Congress
Example
The bill received strong congressional support.
Законопроект получил сильную поддержку от Конгресса.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈsɪstənt/

insistent

настоя́тельный
Meaning
demanding something firmly and refusing to accept no
Example
The child was insistent on getting a new toy.
Ребёнок был настойчив в получении новой игрушки.
C1 adjective /ʌnˈkʌltʃəd/

Uncultured

некультурный; необразованный
Meaning
lacking good manners, refinement, or education; uncivilized
Example
His uncultured behavior embarrassed everyone at the dinner party.
Его некультурное поведение смутило всех на ужине.
A2 noun /flʌd/

Flood

наводнение
Meaning
an overflow of a large amount of water beyond its normal limits
Example
The heavy rain caused a flood in the village.
Сильный дождь вызвал наводнение в деревне.
C2 noun /fiːf/

fief

участок земли, переданный по феодальной системе; область или зона контроля
Meaning
an estate of land held under the feudal system; a domain or area of control
Example
The knight was granted a fief by the lord for his service.
Рыцарь получил феод от господина за свою службу.
C2 noun /ˈsʌfrədʒɪst/

suffragist

суфражистка
Meaning
a person advocating the extension of suffrage, especially to women
Example
The suffragists organized rallies to demand voting rights for women.
Суфражистки организовали митинги, чтобы требовать избирательных прав для женщин.
C2 noun /ˈæmjʊlət/

Amulet

амулет; талисман
Meaning
an ornament or small piece of jewelry thought to give protection against evil, danger, or disease
Example
She wore a silver amulet around her neck for good luck.
Она носила серебряный амулет на шее на удачу.
C2 adjective /ˈfɛstəl/

festal

праздничный, относящийся к фестивалю
Meaning
relating to a festival or celebration
Example
The hall was decorated in a festal manner for the wedding.
Зал был украшен в праздничном стиле для свадьбы.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈsɒlvənt/

insolvent

несостоятельный
Meaning
unable to pay debts owed
Example
The insolvent firm could not meet its financial obligations.
Неспособная компания не смогла выполнить свои финансовые обязательства.
B2 adjective /æʃ ˈkʌl.ər/

Ash-colour

пепельный цвет
Meaning
a grayish color resembling ash
Example
The old building had ash-colour walls that needed painting.
Старое здание имело пепельные стены, которые нужно было покрасить.
B1 noun/verb /skeɪl/

scale

масштаб / увеличение размера
Meaning
A system of ordered marks used for measurement; also means to climb or to adjust in size.
Example
The company plans to scale its operations globally.
Компания планирует расширить свои операции на глобальном уровне.