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A2 verb /draɪv/

drive

вести
Meaning
to control and move a vehicle; to force someone to move
Example
I will drive to work tomorrow morning.
Завтра я поеду на работу утром.
C1 verb ɪɡˈzɛm.plɪ.faɪ

exemplify

иллюстрировать
Meaning
To be a typical example of or to illustrate something clearly, to show as an example or demonstrate.
Example
His dedication exemplifies true leadership.
Его преданность иллюстрирует настоящее лидерство.
A2 noun /ˈæktrəs/

actress

актриса
Meaning
a female performer in plays, movies, or television
Example
The actress looked stunning on the red carpet.
Актриса выглядела потрясающе на красной дорожке.
A1 noun /ˈkʌl.ər/

Colour

цвет
Meaning
the property possessed by an object of producing different sensations on the eye as a result of the way it reflects light; hue, tint, shade
Example
What is your favorite colour for painting the bedroom walls?
Какой твой любимый цвет для покраски стен в спальне?
B2 noun ˈkærɪktər dɪˈvɛləpmənt

character development

развитие персонажа
Meaning
The process of creating a believable character in fiction by giving the character depth and personality.
Example
The character development of Sydney Carton is profound.
Развитие персонажа Сидни Картон глубоко.
C1 noun /ˌɪnkjʊˈbeɪʃən/

incubation

процесс поддержания яиц, клеток или организмов в правильных условиях для их развития
Meaning
the process of keeping eggs, cells, or organisms in the right conditions for development
Example
The incubation of the eggs lasted for three weeks.
Инкубация яиц продолжалась три недели.
C1 noun /ˈpriːˌkɜrsər/

precursor

предшественник
Meaning
Something or someone that comes before another and indicates the approach of something else.
Example
The steam engine was a precursor to modern trains.
Паровая машина была предшественником современных поездов.
C1 noun /ˈbenɪˌfæktər/

Benefactor

благодетель; меценат; донор
Meaning
a person who gives money or other help to support a person or cause; a patron
Example
The anonymous benefactor donated millions to the hospital.
Анонимный благодетель пожертвовал миллионы в больницу.
B1 noun /kjuː/

Queue

очередь
Meaning
a line of people or things waiting for something; a sequence
Example
We had to wait in a long queue to buy tickets for the movie.
Нам пришлось стоять в длинной очереди, чтобы купить билеты на фильм.
C2 noun /ˈbeɪlɔːr/

bailor

поклажедатель
Meaning
a person who temporarily transfers possession of goods or property to another under a bailment agreement
Example
The bailor entrusted the valuable artwork to the museum for safekeeping.
Поклажедатель передал ценное произведение музею.
C1 noun /ˈhɒməˌfoʊn/

homophone

омофон
Meaning
A word that is pronounced the same as another word but differs in meaning, and often spelling.
Example
The words 'pair' and 'pear' are homophones.
Слова 'pair' и 'pear' — это омофоны.
B2 noun /ˌdɪsəˈpruːvəl/

disapproval

неодобрение
Meaning
The expression of an unfavorable opinion or judgment
Example
Her parents showed clear disapproval of her decision to drop out of college.
Ее родители показали явное неодобрение её решению бросить колледж.
B2 adverb /rɪˈspektɪvli/

Respectively

соответственно; в указанном порядке; отдельно и в уже упомянутом порядке
Meaning
in the order given; separately and in the order already mentioned
Example
John and Mary are 25 and 30 years old respectively.
Джон и Мэри соответственно 25 и 30 лет.
B1 noun /taɪl/

tile

плитка
Meaning
a flat piece of baked clay or other material used for covering roofs, floors, or walls
Example
The kitchen floor is covered with ceramic tiles.
Пол кухни покрыт керамическими плитками.
C2 adjective /ˈdɪfɪdənt/

diffident

Meaning
Shy or lacking confidence in one's own abilities.
Example
He was too diffident to ask a question in class.
C1 adjective /ˈtɛmpərəl/

temporal

временной
Meaning
Relating to worldly affairs or to time rather than spiritual matters.
Example
The monk gave up his temporal possessions to live a simple life.
Монах отказался от своих временных possessions, чтобы вести простую жизнь.
C2 verb /ˈek.stər.peɪt/

extirpate

истребить
Meaning
to completely remove or destroy something unwanted
Example
The government launched a program to extirpate corruption from public offices.
Правительство запустило программу для искоренения коррупции в государственных учреждениях.
B1 noun /ˈɡædʒ.ɪt/

gadget

устройство
Meaning
A small mechanical or electronic device with a particular function, often novel or useful.
Example
He loves buying the latest kitchen gadgets.
Он любит покупать последние кухонные гаджеты.
C1 noun /ˈkiːpˌseɪk/

keepsake

сувенир
Meaning
An object kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event.
Example
She gave me a small locket as a keepsake of our friendship.
Она подарила мне маленький медальон как память о нашей дружбе.
B2 noun /er/

Heir

наследник
Meaning
a person legally entitled to the property or rank of another on that person's death
Example
The young prince was the rightful heir to the throne and would become king someday.
Юный принц был законным наследником престола и когда-нибудь станет королём.
A1 noun /mɑːrtʃ/

March

марш
Meaning
An act of walking in a regular measured tread; a protest demonstration
Example
The soldiers performed a ceremonial march in front of the palace.
Солдаты провели церемониальный марш перед дворцом.
B2 noun /kwɪˈziːn/

cuisine

кухня
Meaning
A style or method of cooking, especially characteristic of a particular country or region.
Example
Italian cuisine is famous all over the world.
Итальянская кухня известна по всему миру.
B2 adjective /ˈædvɜːrs/

Adverse

неблагоприятный; отрицательный; враждебный
Meaning
harmful; unfavorable; opposing; negative
Example
The adverse weather conditions forced them to cancel the event.
Необычные погодные условия заставили их отменить мероприятие.
B2 noun /ˈnjuːzˌlɛtər/

newsletter

рассылка
Meaning
a printed or electronic report containing news or information about a company or organization
Example
The company sends a weekly newsletter to its employees.
Компания отправляет своим сотрудникам еженедельную рассылку.
C1 noun ˌmɪt.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən

mitigation

смягчение
Meaning
The action of reducing the severity, seriousness, or painfulness of something.
Example
Mitigation of climate change requires collective effort.
Смягчение последствий изменения климата требует совместных усилий.
B2 noun /dɪˈpen.dəns/

Dependence

зависимость
Meaning
the state of relying on or needing someone or something for support; addiction
Example
His dependence on technology made it difficult for him to work without internet.
Его зависимость от технологий сделала работу без интернета трудной.
C2 noun /ˈdɛntɪfrɪs/

dentifrice

зубная паста
Meaning
a substance such as powder, paste, or liquid used to clean teeth
Example
He bought a new herbal dentifrice from the pharmacy.
Он купил новый травяной зубной порошок в аптеке.
B2 noun ˌel.ɪ.dʒəˈbɪl.ə.ti

eligibility

право
Meaning
The state of having the right to do or obtain something through satisfaction of the appropriate conditions.
Example
Eligibility criteria maintain fairness.
Критерии приемлемости обеспечивают справедливость.
C2 noun /rɪˈpʌɡ.nəns/

repugnance

отвращение
Meaning
intense disgust or strong aversion towards something
Example
She felt deep repugnance at the cruelty of the act.
Она почувствовала глубокое отвращение к жестокости этого акта.
C1 adjective /ˈbækˌhændɪd/

backhanded

косвенный или саркастический
Meaning
Indirect or sarcastic, often appearing as praise but actually insulting.
Example
She gave him a backhanded compliment about his work.
Она сделала ему косвенный комплимент по поводу его работы.
C1 adjective /ˈflæʃi/

flashy

яркий, показной
Meaning
ostentatious or showy in a way that attracts attention
Example
He drove a flashy sports car through the city streets.
Он поехал на яркой спортивной машине по улицам города.
A1 conjunction /ænd/

and

и
Meaning
Used to connect words or sentences that are to be taken jointly.
Example
She bought apples and oranges.
Она купила яблоки и апельсины.
B1 noun /kæmˈpeɪn/

Campaign

кампания
Meaning
an organized course of action to achieve a particular goal; a series of military operations
Example
The environmental campaign successfully raised awareness about climate change.
Экологическая кампания успешно повысила осведомленность о изменении климата.
B2 noun /ˈfeð.ər/

Feather

перье птицы
Meaning
one of the light structures that cover a bird's body
Example
The peacock has beautiful colorful feathers.
У павлина красивые цветные перья.
C2 verb /ˈpælieɪt/

palliate

смягчить
Meaning
to make a disease, symptoms, or problem less severe without removing the cause
Example
The doctor prescribed medicine to palliate the patient's pain.
Доктор прописал лекарства, чтобы смягчить боль пациента.
C2 noun, adjective /ˌæntiˌspæzˈmɒdɪk/

antispasmodic

антиспазмодическое
Meaning
A drug or agent that relieves or prevents muscle spasms.
Example
The doctor prescribed an antispasmodic to ease the pain.
Врач прописал антиспазмодическое средство для облегчения боли.
B2 verb /ˈbɔɪkɑt/

boycott

бойкотировать
Meaning
to refuse to buy, use, or participate in something as a protest
Example
They decided to boycott the company's products.
Они решили бойкотировать продукты компании.
C2 noun /ˌdɛprɪˈdeɪʃən/

depredation

разорение
Meaning
An act of attacking or plundering; damage caused by such acts.
Example
The villagers feared the depredation of wild animals at night.
Жители деревни боялись разорения от диких животных ночью.
B2 adjective /ɪnˈkeɪpəbəl/

incapable

неспособный
Meaning
lacking the ability, skill, or capacity to do something
Example
He is incapable of understanding complex instructions.
Он неспособен понять сложные инструкции.
C2 adjective /ˌfæntæzməˈɡɒrɪkəl/

phantasmagorical

фантасмагорический
Meaning
Having a fantastic, dreamlike, or surreal appearance, often shifting or illusory.
Example
The movie created a phantasmagorical vision of another world.
Фильм создал фантасмагорическое видение другого мира.
C2 noun /məˈlæsɪz/

Molasses

меласса
Meaning
thick, dark, sweet syrup made from sugar cane
Example
The recipe calls for molasses to give the bread a rich flavor.
Рецепт требует мелассы, чтобы придать хлебу насыщенный вкус.
B2 adjective /prəˈfaʊnd/

profound

глубокий
Meaning
Very great or intense; having deep insight or understanding.
Example
The speech had a profound impact on the audience.
Речь оказала глубокое влияние на аудиторию.
C2 noun /əˈspær.ə.ɡəs biːn/

Asparagus bean

аспарагус боб
Meaning
a long, thin green vegetable pod that grows on vines; also known as yard-long bean
Example
The asparagus bean grows up to three feet long and is commonly used in Asian cooking.
Аспарагус боб вырастает до трех футов в длину и часто используется в азиатской кухне.
B2 noun /ˌkɔːriˈændər/

Coriander

кориандр
Meaning
aromatic herb with feathery leaves used for flavoring food; also refers to the seeds used as spice
Example
Fresh coriander leaves are sprinkled on top of the curry.
Свежие листья кориандра посыпаются на карри.
B2 adjective /ˈpreɪz.wɜː.ði/

Praiseworthy

заслуживающий похвалы
Meaning
deserving praise; commendable; admirable
Example
Her charitable work is truly praiseworthy.
Ее благотворительная работа по-настоящему заслуживает похвалы.
C2 adjective /əbˈtruːsɪv/

obtrusive

назойливый
Meaning
noticeable in an unpleasant or unwelcome way; intrusive
Example
The advertisement was so obtrusive that it ruined the user’s experience.
Реклама была настолько назойливой, что испортила опыт пользователя.
C1 noun /ʃæˈtoʊ/

chateau

французский замок
Meaning
a large French country house or castle
Example
They stayed in a beautiful chateau in France.
Они остановились в прекрасном замке во Франции.
C2 noun /ˈæl.ɪ.mənt/

aliment

пища
Meaning
food or nourishment that sustains life
Example
Fruits and vegetables are important aliments for a healthy body.
Фрукты и овощи - важные продукты для здорового тела.
C2 noun /ˈpɔl.zi/

Palsy

паралич
Meaning
paralysis, especially that which is accompanied by involuntary tremors; loss of muscle control
Example
The elderly man suffered from palsy in his hands.
Пожилой мужчина страдал от паралича в руках.
C2 adjective /ˈtriːkli/

treacly

Черезмерно сладкий или сентиментальный, как патока.
Meaning
Excessively sweet or sentimental, like treacle.
Example
The movie was too treacly for my taste.
Фильм был слишком приторным для моего вкуса.
A2 noun /ˈfɑː.mɪŋ/

farming

сельское хозяйство
Meaning
the activity or business of growing crops and raising animals for food or other products
Example
Farming requires both hard work and knowledge about the land.
Сельское хозяйство требует как упорного труда, так и знаний о земле.
C1 noun ˈremnənts

remnants

останки
Meaning
A small remaining quantity of something; a surviving trace.
Example
The remnants of the wall are still visible.
Останки стены всё ещё видны.
C1 verb /ˈnɪbəl/

nibble

грызть
Meaning
to take small bites of food
Example
The rabbit nibbled on a carrot.
Кролик откусывал морковку.
C1 noun /pɪˌdɛs.tri.ə.naɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

pedestrianization

пешеходная зона
Meaning
Making areas pedestrian-friendly, closing any area to vehicle traffic and making it open only for pedestrians.
Example
The pedestrianization of city centers reduces pollution.
Пешеходизация центров городов снижает загрязнение.
B2 noun /mɪθ/

myth

миф
Meaning
A traditional story explaining natural or social phenomena, often involving supernatural beings; a widely held but false belief.
Example
The myth of the phoenix tells of a bird reborn from its ashes.
Миф о фениксе рассказывает о птице, рожденной заново из своих пепелищ.
B2 noun /ˈaʊtlʊk/

outlook

перспектива, прогноз
Meaning
a person's general attitude or view; a forecast or prospect
Example
The economic outlook for the year is positive.
Экономический прогноз на год положительный.
C2 adjective /kəmˈbʌstɪbəl/

combustible

воспламеняемый
Meaning
Capable of catching fire and burning easily.
Example
Dry leaves are highly combustible.
Сухие листья чрезвычайно воспламеняемы.
B1 adjective /ˈtʃælɪndʒɪŋ/

challenging

сложный
Meaning
difficult in a way that tests one's abilities
Example
The mountain climb was challenging but rewarding.
Подъем на гору был сложным, но полезным.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈfɪt/

Unfit

непригодный; неподобающий;
Meaning
not in good physical condition; unsuitable or inappropriate
Example
He was declared unfit for military service due to his poor health.
Он был признан непригодным для военной службы из-за плохого здоровья.
C2 noun /ˈprɪvɪti/

privity

частные отношения, договорные отношения
Meaning
A close, private, or special relationship; in law, the direct connection between parties to a contract.
Example
There was no privity of contract between the supplier and the customer.
Не было частных договорных отношений между поставщиком и клиентом.
C1 adverb /ˈfɪksɪdli/

Fixedly

неподвижно
Meaning
in a steady, unmoving manner; with intense concentration
Example
He stared fixedly at the painting.
Он пристально смотрел на картину.
C2 noun /bɛk/

beck

жест призыва / небольшой ручей
Meaning
a gesture of beckoning; a small stream or brook (chiefly Northern English)
Example
The servant came at his master's beck and call.
Слуга пришел по велению своего хозяина.
C1 noun /ˈtʌrɪt/

turret

небольшая башня на вершине более крупной башни или здания
Meaning
A small tower on top of a larger tower or building, often used in castles or fortifications.
Example
The castle was guarded by soldiers stationed in the turret.
Замок охранялся солдатами, размещенными в башне.
C1 adjective /rɪˈvoʊltɪŋ/

revolting

отвратительный
Meaning
extremely unpleasant or disgusting
Example
The smell of the garbage was revolting.
Запах мусора был отвратительный.
C1 noun /meɪn/

mane

гриву
Meaning
the long hair growing on the neck of a horse, lion, or other animal
Example
The lion shook its thick mane proudly.
Лев гордо встряхнул свою густую гриву.
B2 adjective ɔːrˈɡæn.ɪk

organic

органический
Meaning
Produced or involving production without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or other artificial agents.
Example
Organic farming improves soil health and reduces pollution.
Органическое сельское хозяйство улучшает здоровье почвы и снижает загрязнение.
C2 noun /ˈɒb.stɪ.nə.si/

obstinacy

упрямство
Meaning
Stubborn refusal to change one's opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so.
Example
His obstinacy made negotiations difficult.
Его упрямство сделало переговоры сложными.
C2 noun /əˈɡrɒnəmɪst/

agronomist

агроном
Meaning
A scientist who studies soil management and crop production.
Example
The agronomist suggested new methods to improve rice yields.
Агроном предложил новые методы для улучшения урожайности риса.
B1 noun /ˈkɒləm/

column

колонна
Meaning
A vertical structure that supports a building; also a section of text arranged vertically in a newspaper or table.
Example
The ancient temple had tall marble columns.
Древний храм имел высокие мраморные колонны.
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.
B2 noun /ˈsɜːr.plʌs/

surplus

излишек
Meaning
An amount that is more than what is needed.
Example
The country has a surplus of food this year.
В этом году в стране излишек продуктов питания.
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 /ˈtraɪ.fəl/

Trifle

мелочь или незначительная вещь
Meaning
something of little importance or value; a small amount
Example
Don't worry about such a trifle; it's not worth your time.
Не беспокойтесь о такой мелочи; это не стоит вашего времени.
B1 noun /ədˈmɪʃ.ən/

Admission

допуск; принятие
Meaning
the process of entering or being allowed to enter a school or organization; accepting that something is true
Example
She gained admission to Harvard University.
Она получила допуск в Университет Гарварда.
A2 noun /siːt/

seat

место
Meaning
a place to sit, especially a chair or other place for sitting
Example
I reserved a seat for you at the concert.
Я забронировал место для тебя на концерте.
B2 verb /ˈstrɛŋkθən/

strengthen

усилить
Meaning
To make or become stronger.
Example
Communication can strengthen bonds between people.
Коммуникация может усилить связи между людьми.
B2 noun /ˈɡreɪt.fəl.nəs/

Gratefulness

благодарность
Meaning
the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for kindness
Example
She expressed her gratefulness to the doctors who saved her life.
она выразила свою благодарность врачам, которые спасли её жизнь.
C1 noun ˌæɡ.rəʊˈkem.ɪ.kəl

agrochemical

агрохимикат
Meaning
A chemical product used in agriculture, especially a pesticide or fertilizer.
Example
Excessive use of agrochemicals can degrade soil quality.
Чрезмерное использование агрохимикатов может ухудшить качество почвы.
C2 noun /hɪˈdʒɛməni/ or /ˈhɛdʒəmoʊni/

hegemony

гегемония
Meaning
leadership or dominance, especially by one state or group over others
Example
The empire maintained its hegemony over neighboring states.
Империя сохраняла свою гегемонию над соседними государствами.
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 noun /ˌkɔːriˈɒɡrəfi/

choreography

хореография
Meaning
The art of designing and arranging dances and movements.
Example
The choreography of the ballet was breathtaking.
Хореография балета была захватывающей.
B1 adverb /ˈdʒen.tli/

Gently

нежно; аккуратно; осторожно;
Meaning
in a mild, soft, or careful manner
Example
She gently touched the baby's face.
Она нежно прикоснулась к лицу ребенка.
C2 noun /ˈskæb.ərd/

scabbard

ножны
Meaning
A sheath for the blade of a sword or dagger, typically made of leather or metal.
Example
The knight drew his sword from the scabbard.
Рыцарь вытащил меч из ножен.
B2 noun prɛsˈtiːʒ

prestige

престиж
Meaning
Widespread respect and admiration felt for someone or something on the basis of a perception of their achievements or quality.
Example
The university has gained international prestige for its research.
Университет приобрел международный престиж благодаря своим исследованиям.
C2 noun /ˌprɛsiˈɒsɪti/

preciosity

избыточная утонченность
Meaning
Excessive refinement or affected elegance in language, style, or behavior.
Example
The author's preciosity made the novel difficult to read for some audiences.
Пресиозность автора сделала роман трудным для чтения для некоторых читателей.
B2 adjective /ˈaɪsi/

Icy

ледяной; чрезвычайно холодный; враждебный
Meaning
extremely cold; covered with ice; unfriendly or hostile
Example
The icy wind made everyone shiver.
Ледяной ветер заставил всех дрожать.
A1 verb /lɪv/

live

жить
Meaning
to have life; to reside in a particular place; to exist
Example
They live in a beautiful house by the lake.
Они живут в красивом доме у озера.
C2 adjective /ˈsiːkwənt/

sequent

последующий
Meaning
Following in order or as a result.
Example
The sequent events changed the course of history.
Последующие события изменили ход истории.
A1 verb, noun /kraɪ/

cry

плакать
Meaning
To shed tears as an expression of emotion such as sadness or pain; also a loud call or shout.
Example
The baby began to cry when she was hungry.
Малыш начал плакать, когда она была голодна.
C2 verb /həˈbɪtʃuˌeɪt/

habituate

привыкать
Meaning
to make someone accustomed to something
Example
The monks habituated themselves to meditation.
Монахи привыкли к медитации.
B2 adjective /ˈdevəsteɪtɪŋ/

devastating

разрушительный
Meaning
causing severe shock, distress, or destruction; extremely damaging or upsetting
Example
The earthquake had a devastating effect on the city.
Землетрясение оказало разрушительное воздействие на город.
B2 noun /brɑː/

bra

бюстгальтер
Meaning
a woman's undergarment worn to support and cover the breasts
Example
She bought a comfortable bra for everyday wear.
Она купила удобный бюстгальтер для повседневной носки.
C2 adjective /prɪˈpɒndərənt/

preponderant

преобладающий
Meaning
Having superior weight, force, influence, or importance.
Example
The preponderant influence of the media shapes public opinion.
Преобладающее влияние СМИ формирует общественное мнение.
C1 adjective /ˈraɪ.tʃəs/

Righteous

праведный; справедливый; добродетельный
Meaning
morally right or justifiable; virtuous; having strong moral principles
Example
She felt righteous anger at the unfair treatment of workers.
Она почувствовала праведный гнев из-за несправедливого обращения с рабочими.
B1 verb /əˈmeɪz/

amaze

изумлять
Meaning
to fill someone with great surprise or wonder
Example
The magician’s final trick amazed the audience.
Последний трюк фокусника изумил публику.
C2 noun /ænˈtɪpəθi/

antipathy

антипатия
Meaning
a deep-seated feeling of dislike or aversion toward something or someone
Example
There was a mutual antipathy between the two rival companies.
Между двумя конкурентами была взаимная антипатия.
B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zər/

Razor

бритва
Meaning
a sharp-edged instrument used for shaving hair from the skin
Example
He shaved his beard with a sharp razor.
Он побрил свою бороду острым станком.
B2 noun /ˈfjuːʒən/

fusion

смешение
Meaning
the process or result of joining two or more things together to form a single entity
Example
The restaurant offers a unique fusion of Asian and European cuisines.
Ресторан предлагает уникальное смешение азиатской и европейской кухни.
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.
B2 verb /ˈɔːltər/

alter

изменить
Meaning
to change or modify something slightly but significantly
Example
She decided to alter her dress to make it fit better.
Она решила изменить своё платье, чтобы оно лучше подошло.
B2 noun /ˈmɪnərəl/

mineral

минерал
Meaning
a naturally occurring substance that is solid and inorganic, often used in industry or nutrition
Example
Calcium is an important mineral for strong bones.
Кальций - важный минерал для крепких костей.
B2 noun ˈzɪpərz

zippers

молния
Meaning
A device consisting of two flexible strips of metal or plastic with interlocking projections closed or opened by pulling a slide along them.
Example
Zippers are used to fasten the opening of the jacket.
Молнии используются для застегивания открытия куртки.
A2 adverb /ˈhɑːd.li/

Hardly

едва ли; едва; почти не
Meaning
scarcely; barely; almost not at all
Example
I could hardly believe what I was seeing.
Я едва ли мог поверить тому, что я видел.
B1 noun /sʌm/

sum

сумма
Meaning
the total amount resulting from the addition of two or more numbers or items
Example
The sum of 8 and 12 is 20.
Сумма 8 и 12 равна 20.
B2 verb /mɜːrdʒ/

merge

сливаться
Meaning
to combine or join together; to blend into one
Example
The two companies decided to merge to increase their market share.
Две компании решили объединиться, чтобы увеличить свою долю на рынке.
C2 noun /nɛl/

knell

похоронный звон
Meaning
The sound of a bell, especially when rung solemnly for a death or funeral; a signal of the end or failure of something.
Example
The knell of the church bell echoed through the valley at dusk.
Похоронный звон церкви отразился в долине на закате.
C2 noun /sɒmˈnæmbjʊlɪst/

somnambulist

сомнамбулист
Meaning
A person who sleepwalks.
Example
The somnambulist wandered out of the house at night.
Сомнамбулист ночью вышел из дома.
C1 verb /ˈpærəfreɪz/

paraphrase

счастье
Meaning
To express the meaning of something using different words, often to make it clearer.
Example
The teacher asked the students to paraphrase the poem in their own words.
Она не могла скрыть свое счастье, когда получила награду.
B1 noun məˈdʒɒrəti

majority

большинство
Meaning
The greater number; the larger part of something.
Example
The majority demanded their rights.
Большинство потребовало свои права.
B1 noun /beɪkt miːt/

Baked meat

запечённое мясо
Meaning
meat that has been cooked in an oven using dry heat
Example
The baked meat was tender and flavorful.
Запечённое мясо было нежным и вкусным.
B2 verb /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɪr/

persevere

настаивать
Meaning
to continue trying to achieve something despite difficulty or delay
Example
He persevered through many failures before succeeding.
Он насто́ял через многие неудачи перед тем как добиться успеха.
B1 noun, adjective, verb /tɛns/

tense

напряжение / грамматическое время
Meaning
a grammatical category showing time reference; stretched tight or anxious
Example
She felt tense before the interview.
Она чувствовала напряжение перед интервью.
C1 adjective /ˈmɑːr.dʒɪ.nəl/

Marginal

маргинальный; минимальный; незначительный
Meaning
relating to or situated at the edge; minimal; slight
Example
The marginal improvement in sales was barely noticeable.
Маржинальное улучшение продаж едва было заметно.
C1 verb /ɪɡˈzæspəˌreɪt/

exasperate

раздражать
Meaning
to irritate or annoy intensely
Example
His constant complaints began to exasperate his coworkers.
Его постоянные жалобы начали раздражать его коллег.
C2 noun /ˈleɪ.ɪ.ti/

laity

миряне
Meaning
Ordinary members of a religious community who are not clergy.
Example
The church welcomed the laity to participate in the event.
Церковь приветствовала мирян, чтобы они участвовали в мероприятии.
B2 adjective /ˈrest.ləs/

Restless

беспокойный
Meaning
unable to rest or relax; constantly moving or fidgeting
Example
The child was restless during the long car journey.
Ребёнок был беспокойным во время долгой поездки на машине.
B2 adjective /ˈhʌm.bəl/

Humble

скромный
Meaning
modest; not proud; unassuming;
Example
Despite his success, he remained humble and kind.
Несмотря на его успех, он оставался скромным и добрым.
B1 noun /feɪm/

Fame

слава
Meaning
the condition of being known or talked about by many people
Example
The young actor achieved international fame with his latest movie.
Молодой актер достиг международной славы благодаря последнему фильму.
B2 verb /ˌriːəˈʃʊr/

reassure

успокаивать
Meaning
to say or do something to remove someone's doubts or fears
Example
The teacher reassured the students before the exam.
Учитель успокоил учеников перед экзаменом.
C2 verb /ˈstræɡəl/

straggle

двигаться неравномерно
Meaning
To move or spread in an irregular, scattered, or untidy way.
Example
The children began to straggle behind on the long hike.
Дети начали отставать на долгом походе.
C1 noun /ˈruː.bi/

Ruby

рубин
Meaning
a precious red gemstone; a deep red variety of corundum
Example
The ruby ring was her most treasured possession.
Кольцо с рубином было её самым дорогим достоянием.