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A2 noun /ˈel.ɪ.fənt/

Elephant

слон
Meaning
a very large gray mammal with long curved teeth and a long nose called a trunk
Example
The elephant is the largest land animal in the world.
Слон - самое большое наземное животное на Земле.
C2 verb /ɪˈkwɪvəˌkeɪt/

equivocate

говорить неясно
Meaning
To speak ambiguously or avoid giving a clear answer.
Example
The politician equivocated when asked about the scandal.
Политик эквивокировал, когда его спросили о скандале.
C1 noun /ˈɛspiənɑːʒ/

espionage

шпионаж
Meaning
The practice of spying or using spies to gather secret information, usually for political or military purposes.
Example
The agent was arrested on charges of espionage against the state.
Агент был арестован по обвинению в шпионаже против государства.
B1 verb /ˌɛntərˈteɪn/

entertain

развлекать
Meaning
to provide amusement, enjoyment, or hospitality to others
Example
The comedian entertained the audience with his jokes.
Комик развлекал зрителей своими шутками.
B1 adjective /ˈiːvəl/

evil

злой
Meaning
Profoundly immoral and wicked.
Example
They believed the villain was the embodiment of evil.
Они верили, что злодей был олицетворением зла.
B2 verb /ɪnˈlaɪtən/

enlighten

счастье
Meaning
to give someone greater knowledge or understanding about a subject or situation
Example
The teacher tried to enlighten the students about ancient history.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
B1 verb ɪkˈspændɪŋ

expanding

расширять
Meaning
Becoming larger or more extensive; increasing in size, number, or importance.
Example
Expanding education opportunities helps reduce inequality.
Расширение образовательных возможностей помогает уменьшить неравенство.
B2 noun /ɪˈsteɪt/

estate

имение
Meaning
A large area of land, property, or possessions owned by someone, often including a big house.
Example
The family owned a large estate in the countryside.
Семья владела большим поместьем в сельской местности.
A2 noun /ɪmˈplɔɪər/

employer

работодатель
Meaning
A person or organization that hires and pays people to work.
Example
The employer promised better benefits to attract skilled workers.
Работодатель пообещал лучшие преимущества, чтобы привлечь квалифицированных работников.
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.
C1 adjective /ɪˈleɪtɪd/

elated

крайне счастливый
Meaning
Extremely happy and excited.
Example
She was elated when she heard the good news.
Она была крайне счастлива, когда услышала хорошие новости.
C1 noun ˈɛf.lu.ənt

effluent

сточные воды или загрязненная жидкость
Meaning
Liquid waste or sewage discharged into a river or the sea.
Example
Factory effluent contaminates nearby rivers and lakes.
Фабричные сточные воды загрязняют близлежащие реки и озера.
C2 adjective /ˌiːvənˈhændɪd/

evenhanded

беспристрастный
Meaning
Fair and impartial; showing no bias or favoritism.
Example
The judge was praised for her evenhanded approach to the case.
Судью похвалили за её беспристрастный подход к делу.
B1 adjective /ˌɛdjuˈkeɪʃənl/

educational

образовательный
Meaning
Relating to the provision of education or having an educative effect.
Example
The journey was an educational experience.
Путешествие было образовательным опытом.
C2 noun /ˈɛndaɪv/ or /ˈɑːndɪv/

endive

эндивия
Meaning
A leafy vegetable belonging to the chicory family, often used in salads.
Example
She added fresh endive to the salad for a slightly bitter flavor.
Она добавила свежий эндив в салат, чтобы придать ему слегка горьковатый вкус.
C1 adverb /ˈiːstwədz/

Eastwards

восток
Meaning
towards the east; in an eastern direction
Example
The river flows eastwards into the ocean.
Река течет на восток в океан.
B2 adjective /ɪˈven.tʃu.əl/

Eventual

окончательный
Meaning
happening or existing at the end of a process; final; ultimate
Example
The eventual outcome was better than expected.
Окончательный результат был лучше, чем ожидалось.
C2 adjective /ˌɛl.ɪˈdʒaɪ.ək/

elegiac

элегический
Meaning
Expressing sorrow, often for something past; resembling an elegy.
Example
The novel ends on an elegiac note, mourning the lost era.
Роман заканчивается элегическим мотивом, оплакивая потерянную эпоху.
C1 verb ɪˈluːd

elude

уходить
Meaning
Evade or escape from, typically in a skillful or cunning way; avoid being caught.
Example
The thief managed to elude the police.
Вор смог уйти от полиции.
B2 noun /ˌiː.kəˈnɒm.ɪk ˈsɪs.təm/

economic system

экономическая система
Meaning
The organized framework for production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services in society.
Example
Capitalism, socialism, and mixed economies are types of economic systems.
Капитализм, социализм и смешанные экономики - это типы экономических систем.
C1 verb /ɪnˈɡʌlf/

engulf

поглощать
Meaning
to completely surround or cover something or someone
Example
The village was engulfed by floodwaters.
Деревня была поглощена водами наводнения.
B2 verb /ɪnˈtaɪtəl/

entitle

давать право
Meaning
to give someone the right to have or do something
Example
Employees are entitled to receive paid holidays.
Сотрудники имеют право на оплачиваемый отпуск.
B2 noun /ˌɛksɪˈkjuːʃən/

execution

исполнение, выполнение
Meaning
the act of carrying out a plan, order, or legal sentence
Example
The success of a project depends on its proper execution.
Успех проекта зависит от правильного исполнения.
B1 noun /ɪnˈdʒɔɪmənt/

enjoyment

удовольствие
Meaning
the state or process of taking pleasure or satisfaction in something
Example
She felt great enjoyment while reading her favorite book.
Она испытывала большое удовольствие, читая свою любимую книгу.
C2 verb /ɪkˈskruːʃieɪt/

excruciate

мучить
Meaning
to cause intense pain or suffering
Example
The injury excruciated him with unbearable pain.
Травма мучила его невыносимой болью.
B2 verb /ɪkˈskluːd/

exclude

исключать
Meaning
To deliberately leave out or prevent someone or something from being included.
Example
The list excludes temporary workers.
Список исключает временных работников.
B2 noun /ˈɛksələns/

excellence

превосходство
Meaning
the quality of being outstanding or extremely good
Example
The school is known for its academic excellence.
Школа известна своей академической превосходностью.
C1 noun /ɪkˈstræv.ə.ɡəns/

Extravagance

избыточные траты; расточительство
Meaning
lack of restraint in spending money; excessive expense
Example
The wedding celebration was criticized for its unnecessary extravagance.
Свадебное торжество было раскритиковано за ненужные излишества.
C1 noun /ɪkˈskriːʃən/

excretion

экскреция
Meaning
the process of eliminating waste matter from the body
Example
Excretion is vital for maintaining a healthy body.
Экскреция важна для поддержания здорового тела.
C1 adjective /ˌɛvərˈlæstɪŋ/

everlasting

вечный
Meaning
Lasting forever or for an indefinitely long time.
Example
The poet wrote about his everlasting love for nature.
Поэт писал о своей вечной любви к природе.
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.
C1 noun /ˈiːdɪkt/

edict

ука́з
Meaning
An official order, proclamation, or decree issued by an authority.
Example
The king issued an edict banning smoking in public places.
Король издал указ, запрещающий курение в общественных местах.
B2 noun /ɪnˈdɔːrs.mənt/

endorsement

одобрение
Meaning
A public or official statement of support or approval.
Example
The celebrity's endorsement increased the product's sales.
Одобрение знаменитости увеличило продажи продукта.
A2 adjective /ˈemp.ti/

Empty

пусто; без содержания
Meaning
containing nothing; vacant; without contents
Example
The glass is empty and needs to be refilled.
Стакан пустой и его нужно снова заполнить.
B2 verb /ɪˈlɛkt/

elect

выбирать
Meaning
To choose someone for a position or office by voting.
Example
The citizens elected a new president.
Граждане выбрали нового президента.
B1 noun /ˈɛldər/

elder

старший
Meaning
a person who is older or has higher rank; an older person in a family or community
Example
We should always respect our elders.
Мы всегда должны уважать наших старших.
B1 noun ɪɡˈzek.jə.tɪv

executive

исполнительный
Meaning
The branch of government responsible for implementing and enforcing laws.
Example
The executive body enforces policies.
Исполнительный орган исполняет политику.
C1 noun /ɪˌlæbəˈreɪʃən/

elaboration

расширение / подробное объяснение
Meaning
the process of adding more detail or expanding on something
Example
The teacher appreciated the student's elaboration of the topic.
Учитель оценил расширение темы студентом.
A2 adjective /ɪkˈsaɪtɪŋ/

exciting

волнующий
Meaning
Causing great enthusiasm and eagerness.
Example
The journey has been an exciting experience.
Путешествие было захватывающим опытом.
C2 verb /ˈɛnərˌveɪt/

enervate

ослаблять
Meaning
To weaken or drain someone of strength or vitality.
Example
The long hours of work enervated him.
Долгие часы работы ослабили его.
C1 verb /ɪkˈskriːt/

excrete

выделять
Meaning
to eliminate waste matter from the body
Example
Humans excrete carbon dioxide through breathing.
Люди выделяют углекислый газ через дыхание.
B2 verb /ɪˈvækjueɪt/

evacuate

эвакуировать
Meaning
To remove people from a dangerous place to safety.
Example
The residents were ordered to evacuate the building after the fire alarm.
Жителей попросили эвакуировать здание после срабатывания пожарной тревоги.
A2 noun /ˈɛndɪŋ/

ending

конец
Meaning
the final part of something, such as a story, event, or period of time
Example
The movie had a surprising ending that no one expected.
Фильм имел неожиданный конец, которого никто не ожидал.
C2 noun /ɪkˌsprəʊ.priˈeɪ.ʃən/

expropriation

экспроприация
Meaning
The act of government taking private property, also known as confiscation, nationalization, or seizure.
Example
The land expropriation led to disputes among landowners.
Экспроприация земли привела к спорам среди землевладельцев.
B2 adjective ɪkˈsep.ʃən.əl

exceptional

исключительный
Meaning
Unusually good; outstanding; forming an exception; not typical.
Example
Exceptional talent drives innovation.
Исключительный талант стимулирует инновации.
B2 verb /ɪmˈbɑːrk/

embark

отправиться в путь
Meaning
to begin a journey, project, or activity
Example
She decided to embark on a new career in medicine.
Она решила начать новую карьеру в медицине.
C1 verb /ˈɛm.jʊˌleɪt/

emulate

подражать
Meaning
to imitate someone or something with the intent to equal or surpass
Example
Young athletes often emulate their idols.
Молодые атлеты часто подражают своим идолам.
C1 noun /ˌɛks.həˈleɪ.ʃən/

exhalation

выдох
Meaning
The action of breathing out.
Example
Slow exhalation calms the nervous system.
Медленный выдох успокаивает нервную систему.
C1 verb /ɪˈloʊp/

elope

сбежать, чтобы пожениться
Meaning
to run away secretly in order to get married, especially without parental consent
Example
The young couple decided to elope to another city.
Молодая пара решила сбежать в другой город, чтобы пожениться.
C1 adjective /ɪkˈskruːʃieɪtɪŋ/

excruciating

мучительный
Meaning
causing extreme physical or mental pain
Example
She was in excruciating pain after the accident.
Она была в невыносимой боли после аварии.
C2 noun /ˈɛmɪsɛri/

emissary

посланник
Meaning
A person sent on a special mission, usually as a diplomatic representative.
Example
The king sent an emissary to negotiate peace.
Царь отправил посланника для переговоров о мире.
B2 noun /ˈɛdʒuˌkeɪtər/

educator

педагог
Meaning
a person who provides education; a teacher or instructor
Example
She is a dedicated educator who inspires her students every day.
Она преданная педагог, которая вдохновляет своих учеников каждый день.
C2 verb ɪɡˈzɔːrt

exhort

побуждать
Meaning
To strongly encourage or urge someone to do something.
Example
The teacher exhorted students to work hard for exams.
Учитель побудил учеников усердно готовиться к экзаменам.
C1 adjective ɪɡˈzɛmpləri

exemplary

образцовый
Meaning
Serving as a desirable model; representing the best of its kind.
Example
She was praised for her exemplary work ethic and dedication.
Её похвалили за её образцовую трудовую этику и преданность делу.
C2 adjective /ˌɛf.ɪˈkeɪ.ʃəs/

efficacious

эффективный
Meaning
Successful in producing a desired or intended result; effective.
Example
The vaccine proved highly efficacious in preventing infections.
Вакцина оказалась чрезвычайно эффективной в предотвращении инфекций.
B2 adjective /ɪkˈstræv.ə.ɡənt/

Extravagant

экстравагантный
Meaning
spending much more than is necessary; wasteful; lacking restraint in spending
Example
His extravagant lifestyle included expensive cars and luxury vacations.
Его экстравагантный образ жизни включал дорогие машины и роскошные отпуска.
C2 adjective /ɪˈfiːt/

effete

слабый
Meaning
Lacking vitality, strength, or effectiveness; weak and overrefined.
Example
The empire became effete after centuries of indulgence.
Империя стала слабой после столетий роскоши.
B1 adjective ɪˈməʊʃənl

emotional

эмоциональный
Meaning
Having feelings that are easily excited and openly displayed.
Example
Visiting the burial site made him emotional.
Посещение места захоронения сделало его эмоциональным.
C2 adjective /ɪkˈskɜːsɪv/

excursive

блуждающий
Meaning
Tending to digress or wander; moving away from the main subject.
Example
His excursive lecture left the students confused about the main topic.
Его блуждающая лекция оставила студентов в замешательстве по поводу основной темы.
B1 verb /ɪmˈbærəs/

embarrass

Meaning
to cause someone to feel awkward, self-conscious, or ashamed
Example
His rude comment really embarrassed her in front of everyone.
C2 verb /ɪnˈθroʊn/

enthrone

возводить на трон
Meaning
to install someone on a throne or to give someone high status
Example
The king was enthroned in a grand ceremony.
Царь был возведен на трон на большой церемонии.
C2 noun /ɪkˈskrɛsəns/

excrescence

аномальный рост
Meaning
An abnormal outgrowth or lump, often considered unattractive.
Example
The building was considered an excrescence on the landscape.
Здание было признано эксцерсенцией в ландшафте.
B2 noun /ɪnˈrɪtʃ.mənt/

enrichment

обогащение
Meaning
The action of improving or enhancing the quality or value of something.
Example
Cultural enrichment fosters a deeper understanding of traditions.
Культурное обогащение способствует более глубокому пониманию традиций.
C2 verb /ɪˈfeɪsɪŋ/

effacing

стирать / сделать себя незаметным
Meaning
erasing or making oneself inconspicuous; to remove or diminish in significance
Example
She kept effacing herself during the meeting so that others could shine.
Она продолжала стирать себя во время встречи, чтобы другие могли сиять.
C2 verb /ˈɛkspieɪt/

expiate

Meaning
to make amends for guilt or wrongdoing
Example
He tried to expiate his crime by helping the poor.
B1 adjective /ɪnˌθjuːziˈæstɪk/

enthusiastic

восторженный
Meaning
Having or showing intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.
Example
The explorers were enthusiastic about the journey.
Исследователи были восторжены путешествием.
C2 adjective /ˌɛkstrəˌdʒuːˈdɪʃəl/

extrajudicial

вне юрисдикции суда
Meaning
done outside the authority of the legal system or judicial process
Example
The activists condemned the extrajudicial killings.
Активисты осудили экстраюдициальные убийства.
C1 adjective /ɪˈnæmərd/

enamored

влюбленный
Meaning
filled with love or admiration
Example
He became enamored with classical music after attending the concert.
Он стал влюблен в классическую музыку после посещения концерта.
C1 noun ɪnˌvaɪ.rənˈmen.təl ˌtræns.fəˈmeɪ.ʃən

environmental transformation

экологическая трансформация
Meaning
A significant change in environmental conditions or ecological systems.
Example
The city demonstrates environmental transformation.
Город демонстрирует экологическую трансформацию.
C2 noun /ˌɛfləˈrɛsəns/

efflorescence

цветение
Meaning
the process of flowering or reaching an optimal stage of development
Example
The garden was at the peak of its efflorescence in spring.
Сад был на пике своего цветения весной.
B1 noun /ˈɛpɪsoʊd/

episode

эпизод
Meaning
An event or part of a story, or one installment in a series.
Example
The last episode of the drama was watched by millions.
Последний эпизод драмы посмотрели миллионы.
C2 verb /ɪɡˈzʌlt/

exult

ликовать
Meaning
to show or feel great joy, often as a result of success
Example
The fans exulted after their team won the championship.
Фанаты ликовали после того, как их команда выиграла чемпионат.
B2 noun /ˈɪə.rə/

Era

эра
Meaning
a long and distinct period of history with a particular feature or characteristic
Example
The Renaissance was an era of great artistic and cultural achievement.
Ренессанс был эрой великих художественных и культурных достижений.
A2 abbreviation /ɛtˈsɛtərə/

etc

и так далее
Meaning
Used to indicate additional, similar items in a list that are not mentioned.
Example
The shop sells fruits, vegetables, dairy, etc.
Магазин продает фрукты, овощи, молочные продукты и так далее.
C1 verb /ˈiːvzdrɒp/

eavesdrop

подслушивать
Meaning
to secretly listen to a conversation
Example
She stood near the door to eavesdrop on their conversation.
Она стояла рядом с дверью, чтобы подслушать их разговор.
A2 noun ˌedʒ.ʊˈkeɪ.ʃən

education

образование
Meaning
The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university.
Example
Quality education is key to progress.
Качественное образование - ключ к прогрессу.
C2 adjective /ɛkˈstrɪnzɪk/

extrinsic

внешний
Meaning
Not part of the essential nature of someone or something; coming from outside.
Example
His motivation was largely extrinsic, driven by rewards and recognition.
Его мотивация была в значительной степени внешней, движимой наградами и признанием.
C2 noun /ˈiːɡres/

egress

выход
Meaning
The action of going out or leaving a place; an exit.
Example
The emergency door provided an egress for the trapped workers.
Аварийная дверь предоставила выход для заблокированных рабочих.
C1 noun /ˈɛstjʊəri/

estuary

устье реки
Meaning
the tidal mouth of a large river, where the tide meets the stream
Example
The city is located near the estuary of the river.
Город находится рядом с устьем реки.
B1 adverb /ɪˈventʃuəli/

Eventually

в конце концов; наконец
Meaning
in the end; finally; at last
Example
After years of hard work, she eventually became a doctor.
После многих лет усердной работы она, наконец, стала врачом.
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.
C1 noun ˈɛksəʊˌplænɪt

exoplanet

планета, которая вращается вокруг звезды за пределами солнечной системы
Meaning
A planet that orbits a star outside the solar system.
Example
Astronomers have discovered thousands of exoplanets in the last decade.
Астрономы обнаружили тысячи экзопланет в последнем десятилетии.
C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzuːbərənt/

exuberant

эксуберантный
Meaning
full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness
Example
The children were exuberant after winning the game.
Дети были эксуберантны после победы в игре.
C2 noun /ɪˈluːʒən/

elusion

уклонение
Meaning
The act of escaping or avoiding something, especially by cleverness or trickery.
Example
His constant elusion of responsibility frustrated his colleagues.
Его постоянное уклонение от ответственности разочаровывало коллег.
B1 adjective /ɪkˈspɛktɪd/

expected

ожидаемый
Meaning
Regarded as likely to happen; anticipated or predicted.
Example
The unemployment rate is expected to decline further.
Ожидается, что уровень безработицы снизится ещё больше.
B2 verb /ɪˈrʌpt/

erupt

взорваться
Meaning
to burst forth suddenly and violently
Example
The volcano erupted after centuries of dormancy.
Вулкан извергся после столетий покоя.
C2 noun /ˈɛnsaɪn/

ensign

флаг
Meaning
A flag or standard, especially a military or naval one indicating nationality; also a junior officer in the navy or coast guard.
Example
The ship raised its national ensign before leaving the harbor.
Корабль поднял свой национальный флаг перед тем, как покинуть порт.
C2 verb /ɛkˈskɔːrieɪt/

excoriate

резко критиковать
Meaning
To strongly criticize someone; to denounce severely.
Example
The critic excoriated the film for its poor script.
Критик раскритиковал фильм за его плохой сценарий.
C1 adjective /ɪˈspeʃəl/

especial

особенный
Meaning
Particularly remarkable or significant; distinguished from others
Example
This is an especial opportunity you should not miss.
Это особая возможность, которую не следует упускать.
C1 noun /ˈɛf.ɪ.kə.si/

efficacy

эффективность
Meaning
The ability to produce a desired or intended result; effectiveness.
Example
The efficacy of the vaccine has been proven in trials.
Эффективность вакцины была доказана в испытаниях.
C1 verb /ɪˈnʌnsieɪt/

enunciate

произносить чётко
Meaning
to pronounce words clearly; to express an idea clearly
Example
The teacher asked him to enunciate each word.
Учитель попросил его чётко произнести каждое слово.
B2 verb /ɪkˈspɛl/

expel

исключить
Meaning
to officially force someone to leave a place or organization
Example
The student was expelled from school for misconduct.
Студент был исключен из школы за плохое поведение.
C2 verb /ɛnˈfrænˌtʃaɪz/

enfranchise

счастье
Meaning
To grant the right to vote or other rights of citizenship.
Example
The new law enfranchised thousands of people.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
C2 verb /ɪkˈspɒstjʊleɪt/

expostulate

выражать несогласие
Meaning
to express strong disapproval or disagreement
Example
She expostulated with her friend about the risky decision.
Она выразила недовольство своим другом по поводу рискованного решения.
A2 noun /ɪˈvent/

event

событие
Meaning
something that happens, especially something important
Example
The concert was the biggest event of the year.
Концерт был самым большим событием года.
C2 noun /ɛˌspriː də ˈkɔːr/

esprit de corps

дух команды
Meaning
A feeling of pride, fellowship, and loyalty shared by members of a group.
Example
The team's esprit de corps was evident in their cooperative effort.
Дух команды был очевиден в их совместных усилиях.
C2 noun /ɪˈlɪksər/

elixir

эликсир
Meaning
A magical or medicinal potion believed to cure illnesses or grant immortality.
Example
The old legend spoke of an elixir that could grant eternal youth.
Старая легенда рассказывала о эликсире, который может даровать вечную молодость.
B2 noun /ˌekspləˈreɪʃən/

exploration

исследование
Meaning
the action of traveling through or studying an area to learn more about it
Example
Space exploration has expanded our understanding of the universe.
Космическое исследование расширило наше понимание Вселенной.
C2 adjective /ɪˈfjuːsɪv/

effusive

избыточный
Meaning
Expressing feelings of gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner.
Example
She gave him an effusive welcome after his long journey.
Она встретила его с избыточным приветствием после его долгого путешествия.
C2 adjective /ˌɛkspəˈdɪʃəs/

expeditious

быстрый
Meaning
Done with speed and efficiency.
Example
The expeditious delivery of the package was appreciated.
Быстрая доставка пакета была оценена.
B2 adjective ˈɛvɪdənt

evident

очевидный
Meaning
Clearly seen or understood; obvious.
Example
The result was evident.
Результат был очевиден.
C2 noun /ɛθˈnɒlədʒi/

ethnology

этнология
Meaning
the study of the characteristics of different peoples and the differences and relationships between them
Example
She specialized in ethnology to better understand cultural diversity.
Она специализировалась по этнологии, чтобы лучше понять культурное разнообразие.
C1 verb /ɪnˈɡroʊs/

engross

поглощённый
Meaning
to absorb all the attention or interest of someone
Example
She was so engrossed in the book that she forgot the time.
Она была так поглощена книгой, что забыла о времени.
B2 noun ɪnˈdev.ər

endeavor

усилие
Meaning
An attempt to achieve a goal; a serious determined effort.
Example
The endeavor to innovate space tourism is ambitious.
Попытка инновации в космическом туризме амбициозна.
A2 adjective /ɪkˈspɛnsɪv/

expensive

дорогой
Meaning
costing a lot of money
Example
That car is too expensive for me to buy.
Эта машина слишком дорогая, чтобы я мог её купить.
C1 noun /ɪˈnæməl/

enamel

эмаль
Meaning
a hard, glossy substance used as a protective or decorative coating; the hard outer layer of teeth
Example
The dentist explained that enamel protects the teeth from decay.
Стоматолог объяснил, что эмаль защищает зубы от кариеса.
C1 noun /ɪmˈbɑː.ɡoʊ/

embargo

торговое эмбарго
Meaning
A trade ban, restriction, or prohibition imposed by a government or international organization on a country.
Example
The UN imposed an embargo on arms exports.
ООН наложила эмбарго на экспорт оружия.
C1 noun /ˈɪrˌplʌɡ/

earplug

беруши
Meaning
a device inserted into the ear to block out noise or water
Example
He wore earplugs to sleep during the noisy night.
Он носил беруши, чтобы спать во время шумной ночи.
B1 adverb /ɛtˈsɛtərə/

etcetera

и так далее
Meaning
used at the end of a list to indicate that other similar items are included
Example
She bought apples, oranges, bananas, etcetera from the market.
Она купила яблоки, апельсины, бананы и так далее на рынке.
B2 noun ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəl ˌdɛɡrəˈdeɪʃən

environmental degradation

экологическое разрушение
Meaning
The deterioration of the environment through depletion of resources and destruction of ecosystems.
Example
Environmental degradation threatens biodiversity.
Экологическое разрушение угрожает биологическому разнообразию.
C2 verb /ɪnˈtræp/

entrap

Meaning
To catch or trick someone into a difficult situation.
Example
The police tried to entrap the criminal with false evidence.
C2 noun /ˈɛskwaɪər/

esquire

Эсквайр
Meaning
A title of respect often used after a man's name, especially for lawyers in the United States.
Example
John Smith, Esquire, will be representing the client in court.
Джон Смит, Эсквайр, будет представлять клиента в суде.
C2 noun /ɛmˈpɪrɪˌsɪzəm/

empiricism

эмпиризм
Meaning
the theory that all knowledge is derived from sense-experience
Example
Empiricism argues that knowledge comes from experience and observation.
Эмпиризм утверждает, что знания приходят из опыта и наблюдений.
C2 noun /ˌiː.mɛnˈdeɪ.ʃən/

emendation

исправление
Meaning
a correction or improvement made to a text
Example
The article required several emendations before it was ready for print.
Статья потребовала нескольких исправлений, прежде чем она была готова к печати.
C2 noun /ˈɛpɪtɑːf/

epitaph

эпитафия
Meaning
A short text written on a tombstone in memory of the deceased.
Example
The gravestone bore an epitaph honoring the soldier’s bravery.
На надгробии была эпитафия, почитающая мужество солдата.
C1 verb /ˈɪə.mɑːrk/

earmark

выделять
Meaning
To designate funds, resources, or time for a particular purpose.
Example
The government has earmarked funds for education.
Правительство выделило средства на образование.
C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzɪləreɪtɪd/

exhilarated

взволнованный
Meaning
feeling very happy, animated, or elated
Example
She felt exhilarated after finishing the marathon.
Она чувствовала себя взволнованной после того, как закончила марафон.
B2 noun /ˌɛkspɜːˈtiːz/

expertise

экспертиза
Meaning
Expert knowledge or skill in a particular area.
Example
His expertise in graphic design is widely recognized.
Его экспертиза в графическом дизайне широко признана.
B1 verb /ɪnˈɡeɪdʒ/

engage

вовлечь
Meaning
To participate or become involved in; to attract or hold attention.
Example
The teacher tried to engage the students in the discussion.
Учитель пытался вовлечь студентов в обсуждение.
C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzɔːstɪv/

exhaustive

полный и всесторонний
Meaning
Fully comprehensive and including all possibilities.
Example
The report provides an exhaustive analysis of the issue.
Отчет предоставляет исчерпывающий анализ проблемы.
A2 noun /ɪksˈtʃeɪndʒ/

Exchange

обмен
Meaning
an act of giving one thing and receiving another in return
Example
The exchange of gifts is a common tradition during the holidays.
Обмен подарками — это общая традиция во время праздников.