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C1 adjective /dræb/

drab

тусклый
Meaning
Dull, lacking brightness or interest; monotonous.
Example
The room looked drab with its gray walls and dim lighting.
Комната выглядела тусклой с серыми стенами и тусклым освещением.
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 /ˈbɛkən/

beckon

манить
Meaning
to signal or call someone to come closer, often with a gesture; to attract or invite
Example
She beckoned him to come closer with a wave of her hand.
Она поманила его подойти ближе рукой.
C1 noun /rɪˈpɑːzɪtɔːri/

repository

хранилище
Meaning
a place where things are stored or kept for safekeeping
Example
The library serves as a repository of knowledge.
Библиотека служит хранилищем знаний.
C2 noun /foʊˈtɑːmɪtri/

photometry

наука о измерении света
Meaning
the science of measuring visible light in terms of its perceived brightness to human eyes
Example
Photometry helps in designing efficient lighting systems.
Фотометрия помогает проектировать эффективные системы освещения.
C1 adjective /ˈdɒdʒi/

Dodgy

подозрительный; сомнительный; ненадежный; рискованный или опасный
Meaning
suspicious; questionable; unreliable; risky or dangerous
Example
That deal sounds dodgy to me.
Этот договор кажется мне подозрительным.
A1 noun /ˈɪntənet/

internet

глобальная компьютерная сеть
Meaning
A global computer network providing a variety of information and communication facilities.
Example
The internet has revolutionized the way we access information.
Интернет революционизировал способ, которым мы получаем информацию.
A2 noun /nɒk/

Knock

удар; стук
Meaning
a sudden sharp blow; the sound of striking something
Example
There was a loud knock at the door late at night.
Поздно ночью был громкий стук в дверь.
C1 adjective /ˈhær.oʊ.ɪŋ/

harrowing

ужасающий и мучительный
Meaning
extremely distressing or upsetting
Example
It was a harrowing experience to witness the accident.
Это был ужасный опыт — быть свидетелем аварии.
B2 verb /ɪnˈstrʌkt/

instruct

инструктировать
Meaning
to teach; to give directions
Example
The teacher instructed the students carefully.
Учитель дал студентам инструкции внимательно.
B2 noun /ˌkɔːrpəˈreɪʃən/

corporation

корпорация
Meaning
A large company or group of companies that is legally recognized as a single entity.
Example
The corporation invested heavily in renewable energy projects.
Корпорация сделала большие инвестиции в проекты по возобновляемой энергии.
C1 noun /kəˈmoʊʃən/

commotion

суматоха
Meaning
A state of noisy confusion or disturbance.
Example
The sudden commotion in the market drew everyone's attention.
Внезапная суматоха на рынке привлекла внимание всех.
C1 adjective dɒɡˈmæt.ɪk

dogmatic

догматичный
Meaning
Being inclined to lay down principles as incontrovertibly true; characterized by arrogant assertion of unproven principles.
Example
His dogmatic approach to politics made discussions difficult.
Его догматичный подход к политике усложнил обсуждения.
C1 noun /ˌkɒŋɡrɪˈɡeɪʃən/

congregation

община
Meaning
a group of people assembled for religious worship or a common purpose
Example
The congregation gathered to hear the sermon.
Община собралась, чтобы послушать проповедь.
C2 noun /ɪkˈspiːdiənsi/

expediency

оппортунизм
Meaning
the quality of being convenient and practical despite possibly being improper or immoral
Example
He acted out of political expediency rather than principle.
Он действовал из политического оппортунизма, а не из принципа.
A1 verb /drɪŋk/

drink

пить
Meaning
to take liquid into the mouth and swallow it
Example
I drink water every morning.
Я пью воду каждое утро.
C2 adjective /ˈmɔːdlɪn/

maudlin

слишком сентиментальный
Meaning
Overly sentimental, often tearfully or weakly emotional.
Example
He became maudlin after a few drinks.
Он стал сентиментальным после нескольких рюмок.
C2 noun /prəˈfjuːʒən/

profusion

изобилие
Meaning
an abundance or large quantity of something
Example
Spring brought a profusion of wildflowers to the valley.
Весна принесла в долину изобилие диких цветов.
C1 noun /ˈpæstər/

pastor

пастор
Meaning
a minister in charge of a Christian church or congregation
Example
The pastor delivered a heartfelt sermon on compassion.
Пастор прочитал трогательную проповедь о сострадании.
A1 verb /ˈkæri/

carry

нести
Meaning
To support and move something or someone from one place to another.
Example
She carried the bag across the street.
Она несла сумку через улицу.
A1 adjective /ˈfeɪ.məs/

famous

известный
Meaning
Known about by many people; renowned.
Example
This area is famous for its unique heritage.
Этот район известен своим уникальным наследием.
C2 noun /hɜːrˈbɛəriəm/

herbarium

гербарий
Meaning
A collection of preserved plant specimens and associated data used for scientific study.
Example
The university maintains a large herbarium for research and education.
Университет поддерживает большое гербарий для исследований и образования.
C2 noun /ˌmɑːrtəˈnɛt/

martinet

жестокий дисциплинар
Meaning
A strict disciplinarian who demands rigid adherence to rules.
Example
The new manager was such a martinet that even minor infractions were punished.
Новый менеджер был таким мартинетом, что даже небольшие нарушения наказывались.
B1 adjective /θrɪld/

thrilled

в восторге
Meaning
extremely happy or excited
Example
She was thrilled with the surprise party.
Она была в восторге от сюрприз-вечеринки.
C1 noun /ʌnˈfeɪθfʊlnəs/

unfaithfulness

неверность
Meaning
the quality of being disloyal or not faithful; breach of trust or fidelity
Example
His unfaithfulness led to the end of their marriage.
Его неверность привела к концу их брака.
C2 noun /ˌfɪziˈɑːɡrəfi/

physiography

физиография
Meaning
the study of the physical features of the earth's surface
Example
He specialized in physiography to understand the landscape of the region.
Он специализировался по физиографии, чтобы понять ландшафт региона.
C2 noun /ˈkɔːrmərənt/

cormorant

большая черная морская птица, которая ловит рыбу
Meaning
a large black sea bird that catches fish by diving
Example
The cormorant perched on the rock, drying its wings after a dive.
Корморан сидел на камне, высушивая свои крылья после ныряния.
C1 noun /ɪˈmiːdiəsi/

immediacy

неотложность, срочность
Meaning
The quality of bringing one into direct and instant involvement with something, giving rise to a sense of urgency or excitement.
Example
The immediacy of digital communication has reshaped business operations.
Неотложность цифровой коммуникации изменила бизнес-операции.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈvɛntɪv/

inventive

изобретательский
Meaning
Having the ability to create or design new things or to think originally.
Example
The inventor was known for his inventive solutions to everyday problems.
Изобретатель был известен своими изобретательскими решениями повседневных проблем.
C1 noun ˌɒp.tɪ.maɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

optimization

оптимизация
Meaning
Improving processes to increase performance and efficiency.
Example
SEO optimization helps websites rank higher on search engines.
SEO оптимизация помогает веб-сайтам занимать более высокие позиции в поисковых системах.
C2 verb /ɪˈdjuːs/

educe

вытащить
Meaning
To draw out or bring forth something latent or hidden.
Example
The teacher tried to educe a response from the shy student.
Учитель попытался извлечь ответ от стеснительного студента.
C1 adjective ˌdet.rɪˈmen.təl

detrimental

вредоносный
Meaning
Tending to cause harm; damaging or harmful.
Example
Pollution has detrimental effects on fertility.
Загрязнение оказывает вредное воздействие на фертильность.
C1 noun /kɑːrˈtɒɡrəfər/

cartographer

картограф
Meaning
A person who makes maps.
Example
The cartographer carefully drew the map of the new territory.
Картограф тщательно нарисовал карту новой территории.
B1 noun /dɪˈbeɪt/

Debate

дебаты
Meaning
a formal discussion of opposing viewpoints; argument with reasoned points
Example
The political debate lasted for three hours with passionate arguments.
Политические дебаты длились три часа с страстными аргументами.
C1 noun /prəˈtruːʒən/

protrusion

выступ
Meaning
Something that sticks out or projects from a surface.
Example
The protrusion on the wall made it difficult to move the furniture.
Выступ на стене затруднил перемещение мебели.
B1 noun /ɪkˈsten.ʃən/

Extension

продление; расширение
Meaning
the action of extending something; additional time or space
Example
The professor granted an extension for the assignment deadline.
Профессор дал продление срока для выполнения задания.
B2 noun /feɪz/

Phase

фаза; отдельный этап или стадия в процессе изменений или развития
Meaning
a distinct period or stage in a process of change or development
Example
The project is now in its final phase.
Проект теперь находится на своей последней фазе.
A2 noun /rɪˈlɪdʒ.ən/

religion

религия
Meaning
a system of faith and worship involving belief in a higher power
Example
Freedom of religion is a fundamental human right.
Свобода вероисповедания — это основное право человека.
B2 verb /ˈnæreɪt/

narrate

рассказывать
Meaning
To tell a story or describe events, often in detail.
Example
She will narrate the events of her journey to the audience.
Она будет рассказывать о событиях своего путешествия аудитории.
B1 noun /ˈspeʃəlɪst/

Specialist

специалист
Meaning
a person who has specialized knowledge or training in a particular area; an expert
Example
She consulted a heart specialist about her condition.
Она проконсультировалась с кардиологом по поводу своего состояния.
B1 verb /peɪst/

paste

клеить
Meaning
to stick something onto a surface using glue or adhesive
Example
I paste the picture into my scrapbook.
Я приклеиваю фотографию в свой скрапбук.
B1 adjective /ˈvælɪd/

Valid

действительный; юридически или официально приемлемый
Meaning
legally or officially acceptable; having a sound basis in logic or fact
Example
The passport is valid for ten years.
Паспорт действителен в течение десяти лет.
B1 noun /dɒt/

dot

точка
Meaning
a small round mark or spot
Example
She drew a red dot on the paper.
Она нарисовала красную точку на бумаге.
C2 verb /ˈɒsɪfaɪ/

ossify

оссифицировать
Meaning
to turn into bone or become rigid and inflexible
Example
With age, some tissues tend to ossify.
С возрастом некоторые ткани начинают осифицироваться.
C2 noun /ˈneɪdɪər/

nadir

Meaning
The lowest point of a situation or condition.
Example
The company reached its nadir during the financial crisis.
B1 noun ˈpʌb.lɪk ˈspiː.kɪŋ

public speaking

публичные выступления
Meaning
The skill of speaking confidently in front of an audience.
Example
Public speaking skills are essential for leadership roles.
Навыки публичных выступлений необходимы для руководящих ролей.
A2 noun /ˈæl.fə.bɛt/

alphabet

алфавит
Meaning
a set of letters or symbols in a fixed order used to represent the sounds of a language
Example
Children usually learn the alphabet before learning to read words.
Дети обычно учат алфавит перед тем, как читать слова.
C2 noun /ˈɪrɪtənsi/

irritancy

раздражение
Meaning
the quality or state of causing irritation; legal or formal invalidation
Example
The constant noise became an irritancy to the neighbors.
Постоянный шум стал раздражением для соседей.
C1 adjective /ʌnˈtaɪərɪŋ/

Untiring

неутомимый; настойчивый; неустанный
Meaning
continuing without stopping; persistent; tireless
Example
Her untiring efforts finally led to success.
Ее неутомимые усилия в конце концов привели к успеху.
C2 noun /bɪˈnɪɡnɪti/

Benignity

доброта; мягкость; качество быть добрым или милосердным
Meaning
kindness; gentleness; the quality of being benign or gracious
Example
Her benignity towards all people made her beloved by everyone.
Ее доброта к людям сделала ее любимой у всех.
B2 noun /laɪm/

Lime

лайм
Meaning
a small green citrus fruit with acidic juice
Example
Add a slice of lime to your drink.
Добавьте дольку лайма в ваш напиток.
C1 noun /sloʊθ/

Sloth

лень; нежелание работать или прилагать усилия
Meaning
laziness; reluctance to work or make an effort
Example
His sloth prevented him from achieving his goals.
Его лень мешала ему достичь своих целей.
B2 verb /ˈɔːθəraɪz/

authorize

авторизовать
Meaning
to give official permission or approval for something
Example
The manager will authorize the payment tomorrow.
Менеджер утвердит платеж завтра.
C2 adjective /ˈæstrəl/

astral

Meaning
Relating to the stars or to spiritual, non-physical realms.
Example
Some believe in astral projection, the ability to leave the body and travel spiritually.
C1 verb /doʊt/

dote

баловать
Meaning
to show excessive love or fondness for someone or something
Example
She tends to dote on her grandchildren.
Она склонна чрезмерно баловать своих внуков.
B1 noun /kruː/

crew

экипаж
Meaning
A group of people working together, especially on a ship, aircraft, or project.
Example
The ship's crew worked tirelessly during the storm.
Экипаж корабля работал неустанно во время бури.
C2 adverb /ˌɛkspəˈdɪʃəsli/

expeditiously

быстро и эффективно
Meaning
in a quick and efficient manner
Example
The application was processed expeditiously.
Заявка была обработана быстро и эффективно.
B1 adjective /feɪld/

failed

неудачный
Meaning
not successful in achieving a desired result
Example
The project failed to meet the expectations.
Проект не смог выполнить ожидания.
C2 noun /frɒnd/

frond

лист
Meaning
A large, divided leaf of a fern, palm, or similar plant.
Example
The fern's frond stretched gracefully over the garden path.
Лист папоротника элегантно вытянулся над садовой дорожкой.
C1 noun /ɡaɪz/

guise

маскировка
Meaning
An external form, appearance, or manner of presentation, often hiding the true nature
Example
He approached in the guise of a friend.
Он подошел под маскировкой друга.
B2 noun /ˈɛseɪ/

essay

эссе
Meaning
A short piece of writing on a particular subject.
Example
She wrote an essay about climate change.
Она написала эссе о изменении климата.
C2 adjective /ˌʌnpriːpəˈzɛsɪŋ/

unprepossessing

непривлекательный
Meaning
not attractive or appealing in appearance
Example
Despite his unprepossessing looks, he was very kind and intelligent.
Несмотря на его непривлекательную внешность, он был очень добрым и умным.
C1 noun /ɪɡˈzɜːr.ʃən/

exertion

физическое или умственное усилие
Meaning
Using energy or effort to achieve something.
Example
Excessive exertion can lead to fatigue and burnout.
Чрезмерная экзерция может привести к усталости и выгоранию.
B2 verb /kənˈsiːv/

conceive

задумать, забеременеть
Meaning
to form or imagine an idea in the mind; to become pregnant
Example
It is hard to conceive how such an idea could succeed.
Трудно представить, как такая идея может быть успешной.
C1 noun /ˈwɔːkɪŋ fɪʃ/

Walking-fish

рыба-пешка
Meaning
a fish that can move on land using its fins and breathe air for extended periods
Example
The walking-fish can travel across dry land to find new water sources.
Рыба-пешка может путешествовать по суше, чтобы найти новые источники воды.
C1 verb /ˈnuːtər/

neuter

кастрировать
Meaning
To remove the reproductive organs of an animal; or having no gender.
Example
They decided to neuter their cat to prevent more kittens.
Они решили кастрировать свою кошку, чтобы предотвратить появление новых котят.
B1 verb /ˈwɪsəl/

whistle

свистеть
Meaning
to make a high-pitched sound by blowing air through lips or teeth
Example
He likes to whistle while working.
Ему нравится свистеть, работая.
A2 verb /ˈrɛkəɡnaɪz/

recognize

Meaning
To identify someone or something seen before; to acknowledge or accept.
Example
She did not recognize him in the crowd.
C2 noun /ˈlɔːrdlɪŋ/

lordling

молодой лорд
Meaning
A young or petty lord; someone of minor nobility.
Example
The arrogant lordling demanded respect despite his lack of experience.
Арогантный лордлинг требовал уважения, несмотря на его отсутствие опыта.
C1 noun /ˈkɑːrkəs/

carcass

труп животного
Meaning
the dead body of an animal, especially after being slaughtered
Example
Vultures fed on the carcass left in the field.
Стервятники питались трупом, оставшимся на поле.
C2 noun /ˈfɔːrˌseɪl/

foresail

форсель
Meaning
The principal sail set on the foremast of a sailing vessel.
Example
The crew adjusted the foresail to catch the wind.
Экипаж настроил форсель, чтобы поймать ветер.
C1 adjective ˈkɒn.və.luː.tɪd

convoluted

сложный
Meaning
Extremely complex and difficult to follow; twisted or intricate.
Example
His argument was so convoluted that no one understood it.
Его аргумент был настолько сложным, что никто не понял его.
A1 adjective /dʒʌst/

Just

справедливый; праведный; подходящий
Meaning
fair; righteous; morally right; appropriate
Example
The judge made a just decision in the case.
Судья принял справедливое решение по делу.
C2 adjective /ˈmɒn.teɪn/

montane

относящийся к горным регионам; найден в горных условиях
Meaning
Relating to mountainous regions; found in mountain environments.
Example
Montane forests host a variety of unique species.
Горные леса являются домом для множества уникальных видов.
C2 adjective /fəˈloʊniəs/

felonious

связанный с тяжким преступлением
Meaning
relating to or involved in serious criminal activity
Example
He was charged with felonious assault after the incident.
Его обвинили в тяжком нападении после инцидента.
C1 adjective, verb /muːt/

moot

Meaning
Adjective: subject to debate or irrelevant. Verb: to suggest an idea for discussion.
Example
The issue of funding became a moot point after the project was canceled.
B2 adjective /ˈɛəri/

airy

проветриваемый
Meaning
Spacious and well-ventilated; light and breezy.
Example
The new apartment is bright and airy.
Новая квартира яркая и проветриваемая.
B2 adjective /leɪm/

Lame

хромой; инвалид
Meaning
unable to walk normally because of an injury or illness affecting the leg or foot; weak and unconvincing
Example
The injured horse was lame and couldn't walk properly.
Раненная лошадь была хромой и не могла нормально идти.
C2 noun /ʃɪˈfɒn/

chiffon

шифон
Meaning
A lightweight, sheer fabric often used in dresses or scarves.
Example
She wore a beautiful chiffon dress at the party.
Она носила красивое шифоновое платье на вечеринке.
B2 noun /stɑːˈveɪ.ʃən/

Starvation

голод
Meaning
suffering or death caused by lack of food; extreme hunger
Example
Many people died of starvation during the famine.
Многие люди погибли от голода во время голодомора.
C2 verb /oʊˈpaɪn/

opine

выразить мнение
Meaning
to express an opinion or belief
Example
The professor opined that the policy would fail.
Профессор выразил мнение, что политика провалится.
B2 noun /ˈlɒk.ɪt/

Locket

кулон
Meaning
a small ornamental case, typically made of gold or silver, worn on a chain around the neck
Example
She kept her grandmother's photo in the locket.
Она хранила фотографию своей бабушки в кулоне.
B1 adjective /ˌen.təˈteɪ.nɪŋ/

Entertaining

развлекательный; забавный и увлекательный
Meaning
providing amusement or enjoyment; funny and engaging
Example
The comedian's performance was very entertaining and kept the audience laughing.
Выступление комика было очень развлекательным и заставило зрителей смеяться.
B2 adjective /ˈruː.tɪd/

Rooted

укоренённый
Meaning
deeply established; firmly fixed
Example
His beliefs are deeply rooted in tradition.
Его убеждения глубоко укоренены в традициях.
B2 adverb /ˈdʒenərəsli/

generously

щедро
Meaning
in a kind, giving, or unselfish manner; in a plentiful or abundant way
Example
She generously donated money to help the poor.
Она щедро пожертвовала деньги, чтобы помочь бедным.
B2 noun /ˈkæriər/

carrier

перевозчик
Meaning
A person or thing that carries, transports, or conveys something; also an organization that provides transport services.
Example
The airline is the largest carrier in the country.
Авиакомпания является крупнейшим перевозчиком в стране.
B1 verb /əˈsɛs/

assess

оценить
Meaning
to evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of something
Example
The teacher assessed the students' progress.
Учитель оценил прогресс студентов.
B1 noun /ˈɛlɪmənt/

element

элемент
Meaning
A basic or essential part of something; a simple substance that cannot be broken down further.
Example
Trust is a key element of any strong relationship.
Доверие - ключевой элемент любых крепких отношений.
B2 adjective /ˈkrɒnɪk/

chronic

хронический
Meaning
Lasting for a long time or constantly recurring, often describing illness.
Example
She suffers from chronic back pain.
Она страдает от хронической боли в спине.
A2 noun /kwiːn/

queen

королева
Meaning
a female ruler of a country or the wife of a king
Example
The queen addressed her people with grace.
Королева обратилась к своему народу с грацией.
A1 verb /noʊ/

know

знать
Meaning
to have information about something; to be familiar with
Example
I know the answer to this question.
Я знаю ответ на этот вопрос.
B2 adverb /wɒtˈsəʊɛvər/

whatsoever

совсем не
Meaning
used for emphasis after a negative statement to mean 'at all'
Example
She has no interest in the matter whatsoever.
У нее нет никакого интереса к этому вопросу вообще.
C1 verb /daɪˈvɛst/

divest

Meaning
to strip away possessions, rights, or assets; to rid oneself of
Example
The company decided to divest its unprofitable division.
C2 noun /kəˈliːdʒən/

collegian

студент колледжа
Meaning
a student of a college
Example
The collegians were preparing for the cultural festival.
Колледжиане готовились к культурному фестивалю.
C2 noun /hɑrˈmoʊniəm/

Harmonium

гармониум
Meaning
a keyboard musical instrument similar to an organ, using air to produce sound
Example
She played devotional songs on the harmonium at the temple.
Она исполняла молитвенные песни на гармониуме в храме.
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 noun /əˈplɔːz/

applause

аплодисменты
Meaning
the sound of people clapping their hands to show approval or enjoyment
Example
The actor received loud applause after his performance.
Актер получил громкие аплодисменты после своей выступления.
B2 verb /ɪɡˈzædʒəˌreɪt/

exaggerate

преувеличивать
Meaning
to describe something as better, worse, or more important than it really is
Example
He tends to exaggerate his achievements.
Он склонен преувеличивать свои достижения.
A2 noun /ˈsɪɡəˌrɛt/

cigarette

сигарета
Meaning
a small roll of finely cut tobacco wrapped in paper for smoking
Example
He lit a cigarette after dinner.
Он закурил сигарету после ужина.
C1 adjective, noun /ˈsɛlɪbət/

celibate

Meaning
abstaining from marriage and sexual relations; a person who does so
Example
He chose to remain celibate for religious reasons.
B2 adjective /ɪˈmætʃʊr/

Immature

незрелый; не полностью развитый; детский
Meaning
not fully developed; lacking emotional or intellectual development; childish
Example
His immature behavior during the meeting disappointed everyone.
Его незрелое поведение на встрече разочаровало всех.
C1 noun ˈmɑːrdʒɪnəlaɪzd ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəlz

marginalized individuals

маргинализированные индивидуумы
Meaning
People who are treated as insignificant or peripheral to society, often excluded from mainstream social, economic, or political activities.
Example
Marginalized individuals often face severe challenges.
Маргинализированные индивидуумы часто сталкиваются с серьезными проблемами.
C2 noun /fɪˈlændərər/

philanderer

бабник
Meaning
a man who habitually engages in casual romantic or sexual affairs
Example
The politician was exposed as a notorious philanderer.
Политика раскрыли как печально известного бабника.
C2 noun /ˈkærəm/

Carom

кмин
Meaning
aromatic seeds of a plant used as a spice, especially in Indian cooking
Example
Carom seeds are often used in traditional Indian bread recipes.
Семена кумина часто используются в традиционных индийских рецептах хлеба.
B1 noun /ˈvɔɪ.ɪdʒ/

Voyage

путешествие; морское путешествие
Meaning
a long journey involving travel by sea or in space
Example
The ship's voyage across the Atlantic took two weeks.
Путешествие корабля через Атлантику заняло две недели.
C1 verb /splaɪs/

splice

соединять
Meaning
to join two pieces of rope, film, or other material by weaving or attaching them together
Example
The technician spliced the two wires to restore the connection.
Техник соединил два провода, чтобы восстановить соединение.
B2 noun /ˈməʊtərɪst/

motorist

автомобилист
Meaning
a person who drives a motor vehicle, especially a car or motorcycle
Example
The motorist stopped to help after seeing the accident on the highway.
Автомобилист остановился, чтобы помочь после аварии.
B2 adjective /ˈmjuːtʃuəl/

Mutual

взаимный
Meaning
shared by two or more parties; reciprocal
Example
They have a mutual respect for each other.
У них взаимное уважение друг к другу.
C1 verb /ˌʌndərˈsteɪt/

understate

преуменьшать
Meaning
To describe something as being less important or serious than it really is.
Example
He tends to understate his achievements.
Он склонен преуменьшать свои достижения.
C2 noun /ˈnɪk.næk/

knickknack

счастье
Meaning
A small decorative object, especially in a house.
Example
The shelf was full of little knickknacks collected from their travels.
Она не могла скрыть свое счастье, когда получила награду.
B1 verb /əˈrɛst/

arrest

арестовать
Meaning
to catch and hold by legal authority; to stop suddenly
Example
The police will arrest the suspect tomorrow.
Полиция арестует подозреваемого завтра.
C2 noun (plural) /əˈspɜːr.ʒənz/

aspersions

клевета
Meaning
Critical or slanderous remarks; multiple attacks on reputation.
Example
The politician rejected the aspersions cast against him.
Политик отклонил клевету, выдвинутую против него.
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.
B2 adjective/verb /kəˈrʌpt/

corrupt

коррупционный
Meaning
dishonest or morally wrong; to make something impure or evil
Example
The politician was accused of corrupt practices.
Политикам предъявили обвинения в коррупционных действиях.
B2 noun, adjective /tɑːrt/

tart

пирог
Meaning
A small pie with a sweet or savory filling; or having a sharp, sour taste.
Example
She served a delicious apple tart for dessert.
Она подала на десерт вкусный яблочный пирог.
B2 noun /prɪˈdɪk.ʃən/

Prediction

прогноз
Meaning
a statement about what will happen in the future; a forecast
Example
The weather prediction says it will rain tomorrow.
Прогноз погоды говорит, что завтра будет дождь.
C1 noun /ˈfiː.nɪks/

phoenix

птица феникс
Meaning
a mythical bird that is reborn from its ashes; symbol of immortality or renewal
Example
The legend says the phoenix rises from its ashes every 500 years.
Легенда гласит, что феникс восстает из своих пепел каждый 500 лет.
C1 adjective /ˌruː.dɪˈmen.tər.i/

Rudimentary

основной; элементарный; недоразвившийся; на самой ранней стадии развития
Meaning
basic; elementary; undeveloped; in the earliest stage of development
Example
She has only rudimentary knowledge of French.
У неё есть только начальные знания французского.
C2 noun /ˈɑːrkeɪˌɪzəm/

archaism

архаизм
Meaning
a word, expression, or style of language that is no longer in everyday use
Example
The poem is full of archaisms that give it an old-fashioned flavor.
Это стихотворение полно архаизмов, которые придают ему старомодный привкус.
C2 noun /wɛlt/

welt

пухлость
Meaning
A raised mark on the skin, usually from a blow or allergic reaction.
Example
He had a red welt on his arm after the bee sting.
У него был красный след на руке после укуса пчелы.
C1 noun /ˈɛn.kleɪv/

enclave

анклав
Meaning
a distinct area or group enclosed within a larger one
Example
The city has a small Italian enclave where traditions are preserved.
В городе есть небольшой итальянский анклав, где сохраняются традиции.