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C2 adjective /ˈflʌməksd/

flummoxed

растерянный
Meaning
Completely confused or bewildered.
Example
He looked flummoxed after hearing the strange question.
Он выглядел растерянным после того, как услышал странный вопрос.
C2 noun /brəˈkeɪd/

brocade

брокатная ткань
Meaning
a rich fabric woven with a raised pattern, often in gold or silver thread
Example
She wore a beautiful brocade dress to the wedding.
Она надела красивое платье из броката на свадьбу.
C2 adjective /ˌʌnəˈsweɪdʒd/

unassuaged

неспокойный
Meaning
Not made less intense or relieved; unrelieved.
Example
His grief remained unassuaged despite the passage of time.
Его горе осталось неспокойным, несмотря на течение времени.
B2 adjective /aɪˈrɒnɪk/

ironic

ироничный, саркастичный
Meaning
happening in the opposite way to what is expected, often amusing or sarcastic
Example
It is ironic that the fire station burned down.
Это иронично, что пожарная станция сгорела.
C2 noun /ˌmɛtəfɪˈzɪʃən/

metaphysician

метафизик
Meaning
A person who studies or is an expert in metaphysics.
Example
The metaphysician debated the essence of reality with his peers.
Метафизик обсуждал сущность реальности с коллегами.
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.
C1 noun /ɪkˈstɔːr.ʃən/

extortion

вымогательство
Meaning
the practice of obtaining something, especially money, through force or threats
Example
The businessman was arrested for extortion after threatening his partner.
Бизнесмен был арестован за вымогательство после того, как пригрозил своему партнеру.
A2 noun /stɛə/

stair

лестница
Meaning
a step or set of steps leading from one level to another
Example
He tripped on the stair and fell down.
Он споткнулся на лестнице и упал.
B2 adjective /teɪm/

Tame

прирученный; спокойный; послушный
Meaning
domesticated and not wild; gentle and easy to control
Example
The tame lion performed tricks in the circus.
Прирученный лев показывал фокусы в цирке.
C2 noun /ˈkeɪ.tɪf/

caitiff

трус
Meaning
A contemptible or cowardly person.
Example
The knight despised the caitiff who betrayed his comrades.
Рыцарь презирал труса, который предал своих товарищей.
B1 verb /əˈdɔːr/

adore

обожать
Meaning
to love deeply and respect highly
Example
She adores her little sister.
Она обожает свою младшую сестру.
A1 verb /pliːz/

please

угождать
Meaning
to make someone happy or satisfied; used as a polite request
Example
His performance pleased the audience.
Его выступление понравилось аудитории.
B2 noun /ˈaʊtbɜːrst/

outburst

внезапный всплеск эмоций или гнева
Meaning
a sudden release of strong emotion or activity
Example
She had an angry outburst during the meeting.
Она выразила свой гнев во время собрания.
C1 noun ˌlɪt.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən

litigation

иск
Meaning
The process of taking legal action; a lawsuit.
Example
The litigation accused the regime of human rights abuses.
Иск обвинил режим в нарушении прав человека.
C1 adjective /ˌsækrəˈlɪdʒəs/

sacrilegious

сакралигийный
Meaning
Showing disrespect or irreverence toward something sacred.
Example
The painting was criticized as being sacrilegious.
Картина была раскритикована как сакралигийная.
C2 adjective /ˌɪnæprɪˈhɛnsəbl/

inapprehensible

непонимаемый
Meaning
not understandable; incomprehensible
Example
The concept was so abstract that it seemed inapprehensible to most students.
Концепция была настолько абстрактной, что она казалась непонимаемой для большинства студентов.
B2 adjective /səˈraʊndɪŋ/

surrounding

окружающий
Meaning
located all around a particular place or thing; nearby
Example
The surrounding hills were covered in mist.
Окружающие холмы были покрыты туманом.
C1 verb /ˌaʊtˈweɪ/

outweigh

быть более важным
Meaning
To be more important, valuable, or significant than something else.
Example
The benefits of the new policy outweigh the risks.
Преимущества новой политики перевешивают риски.
C1 verb /ˈmɛzməˌraɪz/

mesmerize

завораживать
Meaning
To capture complete attention; to hypnotize or fascinate.
Example
The dancer's graceful movements mesmerized the audience.
Грациозные движения танцовщицы заворожили зрителей.
C1 noun ˌpraɪɔːrɪtaɪˈzeɪʃən

prioritization

приоритизация
Meaning
The action or process of deciding the relative importance or urgency of things.
Example
Effective prioritization ensures resources are used efficiently.
Эффективная приоритизация гарантирует, что ресурсы используются эффективно.
C1 verb /ˈræn.də.maɪz/

randomize

рандомизировать
Meaning
To make something happen in a random order or manner.
Example
The software can randomize the order of questions.
Программное обеспечение может случайным образом переставить порядок вопросов.
A2 verb /kɪs/

Kiss

поцеловать
Meaning
to touch with the lips as a sign of affection
Example
The mother kissed her baby goodnight.
Мать поцеловала своего малыша на ночь.
C1 noun /ˌsæbəˈtɜːr/

saboteur

саботёр
Meaning
A person who engages in sabotage.
Example
The saboteur was arrested before he could plant the bomb.
Саботёр был арестован до того, как он успел установить бомбу.
A1 noun /θɪŋ/

thing

вещь
Meaning
an object, idea, or matter that is being referred to or dealt with
Example
This is the thing I was looking for.
Это вещь, которую я искал.
C1 adjective ˈpɪv.ə.təl

pivotal

ключевой
Meaning
Of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something else.
Example
Renewable energy plays a pivotal role in sustainability.
Возобновляемая энергия играет ключевую роль в устойчивости.
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.
C1 noun ˌrɛk.əˈlɛk.ʃən

Recollection

воспоминание
Meaning
Remembering past events or information
Example
His recollection of childhood memories was vivid.
Его воспоминания о детстве были яркими.
B2 adjective /ˈæbsəluːt/

absolute

абсолютный
Meaning
total, complete, or without restriction
Example
The dictator had absolute power over the nation.
У диктатора была абсолютная власть над нацией.
C2 noun /ˌɡlæd.iˈoʊ.ləs/

Gladiolus

гладиолус
Meaning
A tall flowering plant with sword-shaped leaves and colorful spike-like flower clusters, popular in gardens and floral arrangements
Example
The gladiolus stood tall and elegant in the flower bed.
Гладиолус стоял высоким и элегантным в цветнике.
B2 noun ˌvɛdʒɪˈteɪʃən

vegetation

растительность
Meaning
Plants considered collectively, especially those found in a particular region.
Example
The forest was dense with a wide variety of vegetation.
Лес был густой с большим разнообразием растительности.
C1 noun /ˈtɪrəni/

tyranny

тирания
Meaning
Cruel and oppressive government or rule by a tyrant.
Example
The people revolted against the tyranny of their ruler.
Люди восстали против тирании их правителя.
A2 noun /ˈvæk.juːm ˈkliː.nər/

Vaccum cleaner

пылесос
Meaning
an electrical appliance that uses suction to remove dirt and dust from carpets and floors
Example
She used the vacuum cleaner to clean the living room carpet.
Она использовала пылесос, чтобы очистить ковер в гостиной.
C2 adjective ˈɛr.jʊ.daɪt

erudite

учёный или мудрый
Meaning
Having or showing great knowledge or learning; scholarly and intellectual.
Example
The professor's erudite lecture fascinated the students.
Эрудированная лекция профессора поразила студентов.
C2 noun /ˈrɛv.ər.i/

reverie

мечтательность; грёзы
Meaning
A state of being pleasantly lost in one's thoughts; a daydream.
Example
Lost in reverie, he didn't hear his name being called.
Поглощённый грёзами, он не услышал, как его имя было произнесено.
B2 adjective /prɪˈdɪktəbəl/

predictable

предсказуемый
Meaning
able to be predicted or foreseen
Example
His reactions were predictable based on his past behavior.
Его реакции были предсказуемы на основе его прошлого поведения.
A2 adjective/noun /ˈaɪrɪʃ/

irish

счастье
Meaning
relating to Ireland, its people, or its language
Example
The Irish countryside is very beautiful.
Она не могла скрыть свое счастье, когда получила награду.
C1 adjective /rɪˈpɛlənt/

repellent

отпугивающий
Meaning
Able to drive away something, especially insects or unpleasant things; causing disgust or distaste.
Example
This cream is highly effective as a mosquito repellent.
Этот крем очень эффективен как средство от комаров.
B1 noun /ˌpɒp.jəˈlær.ə.ti/

Popularity

популярность
Meaning
the state of being liked, admired, or supported by many people
Example
The singer's popularity has grown rapidly this year.
Популярность певца быстро возросла в этом году.
C2 noun /ˈnoʊmənˌkleɪtʃər/

nomenclature

номенклатура
Meaning
A system of names or terms used in a particular science, art, or field.
Example
The chemical nomenclature can be difficult for beginners to understand.
Химическая номенклатура может быть сложной для понимания новичками.
C1 noun /ˈhɑː.stɪdʒ/

Hostage

заложник
Meaning
a person seized or held as security for the fulfillment of a condition; captive
Example
The police negotiated carefully to secure the release of all hostages unharmed.
Полиция осторожно вела переговоры, чтобы обеспечить освобождение всех заложников невредимыми.
B1 noun ɔːlˈtɜːrnətɪv

alternative

альтернатива
Meaning
(Of one or more things) available as another possibility or choice.
Example
Finding an alternative to plastic is essential.
Найти альтернативу пластику крайне важно.
C1 verb /ɪˈroʊd/

erode

эрозия
Meaning
to gradually wear away or destroy by natural forces such as water, wind, or chemical action
Example
The coastline has begun to erode due to constant waves.
Береговая линия начала разрушаться из-за постоянных волн.
C2 verb ˈlev.ɪ.teɪ.tɪŋ

levitating

парящий
Meaning
Rising and hovering in the air, especially as a result of supernatural or magical power.
Example
The levitating structure is an engineering marvel.
Парящая структура — инженерное чудо.
B2 noun /ˌoʊ.vɚˈkraʊ.dɪŋ/

overcrowding

чрезмерное скопление людей
Meaning
Excessive crowd or packed condition, having more people or vehicles in a place than the approved capacity.
Example
The subway system suffers from severe overcrowding during peak hours.
Метро страдает от серьезного переполнения в часы пик.
C1 adjective /ˈkɔː.zəl/

causal

каузальный
Meaning
relating to or acting as a cause
Example
There is a causal link between smoking and cancer.
Существует причинно-следственная связь между курением и раком.
C1 adjective /ˈsɒnɪk/

sonic

звуковой
Meaning
Relating to or involving sound waves or speed of sound.
Example
The jet created a loud boom when it broke the sonic barrier.
Самолет создал громкий звук, когда он преодолел звуковой барьер.
B2 noun ˈæn.ɪk.doʊt

anecdote

короткая интересная история, используемая в речи или письме
Meaning
A short interesting story used in speeches or writing.
Example
A well-placed anecdote makes a speech more relatable.
Хорошо подобранная анекдота делает речь более понятной.
B2 noun /ˌrɛprɪzɛnˈteɪʃən/

representation

представительство
Meaning
the action of speaking or acting on behalf of someone or something
Example
Her representation of the team was impeccable.
Ее представительство команды было безупречным.
C1 verb /əˈbeɪt/

abate

уменьшаться
Meaning
to become less intense or widespread
Example
The storm began to abate after midnight.
Шторм начал стихать после полуночи.
C1 noun /ˌdɛməˈlɪʃən/

demolition

снос
Meaning
the act or process of destroying a building or structure
Example
The demolition of the old factory took several weeks.
Снос старой фабрики занял несколько недель.
C2 adjective /kənˈvɜːrsənt/

conversant

знакомый, сведущий
Meaning
familiar with or knowledgeable about something
Example
She is conversant with the latest developments in technology.
Она знакома с последними достижениями в области технологий.
C2 verb /dɪˈspɒnd/

despond

падать духом
Meaning
to lose confidence or hope; to become dejected
Example
After repeated failures, he began to despond.
После повторных неудач он начал падать духом.
C1 verb /dɪˈfeɪm/

defame

оклеветать
Meaning
to harm someone's reputation by spreading false information
Example
He was defamed by malicious rumors.
Он был очернен злонамеренными слухами.
B2 noun /ˈkɒmɜːs/

commerce

торговля
Meaning
the activity of buying and selling goods and services
Example
International commerce has expanded significantly in recent years.
Международная торговля значительно расширилась в последние годы.
A2 noun ˈmuːv.mənt

movement

движение
Meaning
A group of people working together to advance their shared political, social, or artistic ideas.
Example
The movement aimed to ensure equal rights.
Движение стремилось обеспечить равные права.
C1 verb /ˈpɜːrsɪkjuːt/

persecute

счастье
Meaning
to treat someone cruelly or unfairly, especially because of their religion, race, or beliefs
Example
Many people were persecuted for their faith during that time.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
C2 noun /əˈbaɪdəns/

abidance

послушание
Meaning
the act of following, accepting, or complying with something
Example
Her abidance by the rules impressed the committee.
Ее послушание правилам впечатлило комитет.
C1 noun /kənˈsɜːvəˌtɪzəm/

conservatism

консерватизм
Meaning
A political or social philosophy promoting traditional institutions and resistance to change.
Example
Conservatism values tradition and gradual development.
Консерватизм ценит традиции и постепенное развитие.
B2 noun /ˈɡeɪt.weɪ/

Gateway

ворота; вход
Meaning
an entrance or opening that provides access to a place; a means of achieving a particular state or condition
Example
The ancient stone gateway served as the entrance to the magnificent palace.
Древняя каменная арка служила входом в великолепный дворец.
C2 noun /ˈbaɪpɛd/

biped

двупалый
Meaning
An animal that walks on two feet.
Example
Humans are examples of biped creatures.
Люди — примеры двупалых существ.
A2 noun /wiːl/

wheel

колесо
Meaning
a circular object that revolves on an axle and is used to move or carry things
Example
The wheel of the car broke down on the way.
Колесо машины сломалось по дороге.
C2 noun /krɪpˈtɒɡ.rə.fi/

cryptography

практика защиты информации с помощью шифрования или кодирования
Meaning
The practice of securing information through encryption or coding techniques
Example
Modern cryptography ensures secure online transactions.
Современная криптография обеспечивает безопасные онлайн-транзакции.
A1 noun /biːtʃ/

beach

пляж
Meaning
An area of sand or small stones beside the sea or a lake.
Example
They spent the day relaxing on the beach.
Они провели день, расслабляясь на пляже.
C1 adjective /ˈstɛlər/

stellar

выдающийся
Meaning
Relating to stars; outstanding or excellent.
Example
She gave a stellar performance in the play.
Она дала выдающееся представление в пьесе.
B1 noun /ˈempaɪər/

empire

империя
Meaning
a group of countries or regions controlled by one ruler or government
Example
The Roman Empire lasted for centuries.
Римская империя существовала веками.
C2 noun /ˈvɪzɪdʒ/

visage

счастье
Meaning
A person's face or facial expression.
Example
Her stern visage intimidated the children.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
B1 noun ɡrəʊθ

Growth

рост
Meaning
The process of increasing in physical size, number, value, or strength.
Example
Economic growth improves living conditions.
Экономический рост улучшает условия жизни.
B2 adjective /ˈkælkjuleɪtɪd/

calculated

рассчитанный
Meaning
Done with full awareness of the consequences; deliberate or carefully planned.
Example
Her calculated move gave her an advantage over her competitors.
Ее рассчитанный ход дал ей преимущество над конкурентами.
B2 adjective /ɪˈlɛktərəl/

electoral

избирательный
Meaning
related to elections or voting
Example
The electoral process in the country has been reformed in recent years.
Избирательный процесс в стране был реформирован в последние годы.
B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.kli.hʊd/

likelihood

вероятность
Meaning
the chance or probability of something happening
Example
There is a strong likelihood of rain tomorrow.
Завтра высокая вероятность дождя.
C1 verb /diːˈkoʊd/

decode

расшифровать
Meaning
to convert a coded message into a readable form; to interpret meaning
Example
The software can decode the hidden message within seconds.
Программное обеспечение может расшифровать скрытое сообщение за несколько секунд.
C1 adjective /ˌsɛlf ˈraɪtʃəs/

self-righteous

самодовольный
Meaning
Having or showing an attitude of moral superiority; believing one’s own beliefs are the only right ones.
Example
His self-righteous comments made everyone uncomfortable.
Его самодовольные комментарии заставили всех почувствовать себя неуютно.
B1 noun /ˌbækˈjɑːrd/

backyard

счастье
Meaning
an area of land behind a house, typically used for recreation or gardening
Example
The children played football in the backyard.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
C1 adjective /ˈstrɛnjuəs/

strenuous

трудный
Meaning
Requiring or using great effort and energy.
Example
Climbing the mountain was a strenuous task.
Подъем на гору был трудной задачей.
B1 adjective /ˈaʊtər/

outer

внешний
Meaning
situated on or toward the outside; external
Example
The outer layer of the jacket is waterproof.
Внешний слой куртки водоотталкивающий.
B1 noun /kəmˈpænjən/

companion

спутник
Meaning
a person or animal you spend time with or travel with
Example
He was my companion during the long journey.
Он был моим спутником во время долгого путешествия.
C2 adjective /ˈbrækɪʃ/

brackish

солоноватый
Meaning
Slightly salty, often describing water that is a mix of fresh and seawater.
Example
The river estuary contained brackish water.
В устье реки была солоноватая вода.
A2 noun /bɜːrθ/

Birth

рождение; начало; исток;
Meaning
the emergence of a baby or young from the body of its mother; the beginning or origin of something
Example
The birth of their first child was a joyful moment.
Рождение их первого ребенка было радостным моментом.
C1 verb /dɪˈfaɪl/

defile

осквернять
Meaning
to pollute, corrupt, or make dirty
Example
The river was defiled by industrial waste.
Река была осквернена промышленными отходами.
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.
B1 adjective /ˈsoʊ kɔːld/

so-called

так называемый
Meaning
referred to as or known by a particular name or title, often misleadingly
Example
The so-called expert couldn't answer the question.
Так называемый эксперт не смог ответить на вопрос.
C1 verb /dʒəʊlt/

jolt

потрясение
Meaning
to push or shake someone or something abruptly and roughly
Example
The sudden stop jolted all the passengers forward.
Резкая остановка толкнула всех пассажиров вперед.
B2 noun /kəˈmændər/

Commander

командир
Meaning
a person in authority over a military unit; leader of armed forces
Example
The commander ordered his troops to advance.
Командант приказал своим войскам двигаться вперед.
B2 adjective /ˈfʌsi/

fussy

привередливый
Meaning
hard to please; very concerned with details
Example
The child is very fussy about what she eats.
Ребенок очень привередлив в том, что он ест.
B2 noun /ˈbæŋkrʌptsi/

bankruptcy

банкротство
Meaning
the state of being unable to pay debts owed, declared by a legal process
Example
The company declared bankruptcy after months of financial struggles.
Компания объявила о банкротстве после месяцев финансовых трудностей.
B2 noun/verb /bruːz/

bruise

Meaning
As a noun: an injury appearing as a purple or blue mark on the skin; As a verb: to injure without breaking the skin
Example
He got a bruise on his arm after falling.
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.
B2 adjective /ˌpɑːrləˈmɛntri/

parliamentary

парламентский
Meaning
relating to a parliament or its members; relating to a system of government with parliamentary authority
Example
The country follows a parliamentary form of government.
Страна придерживается парламентской формы правления.
B2 noun /ˈmɔːr.nɪŋ/

Mourning

траур
Meaning
the expression of deep sorrow for someone who has died
Example
The family is in mourning for their grandmother.
Семья в трауре по своей бабушке.
C2 noun /ˈɔːldərmənʃɪp/

aldermanship

должность альдермана
Meaning
The office, position, or dignity of an alderman.
Example
He was honored with aldermanship after years of service.
Его наградили должностью альдермана после многих лет службы.
B2 verb /rɪˈzuːm/

resume

возобновить
Meaning
to start again after a pause or interruption
Example
We will resume the meeting after lunch.
Мы продолжим встречу после обеда.
B1 adverb /ˈhaɪli/

highly

высоко
Meaning
to a great degree; very
Example
She is highly respected in her field.
Она высоко уважает в своей области.
A1 adjective /stɪl/

still

тихий
Meaning
not moving or making a sound
Example
The water was still, reflecting the sky.
Вода была тихой, отражая небо.
C1 noun /ˌɛkstrəˈdɪʃən/

extradition

экстрадиция
Meaning
the official process of sending someone accused of a crime to another country or state
Example
The extradition of the suspect was delayed due to legal issues.
Экстрадиция подозреваемого была задержана из-за юридических проблем.
C1 noun /daɪˈvɜː.dʒəns/

divergence

дивергенция
Meaning
The process or state of diverging; a difference or deviation between two or more things.
Example
The divergence in their opinions led to a heated debate.
Дивергенция в их мнениях привела к ожесточенной дискуссии.
C2 adjective /ˈkɔːpjʊlənt/

corpulent

тучный, полный
Meaning
fat or obese; having a large bulky body
Example
The corpulent man struggled to fit into the small chair.
Корпулентный мужчина пытался сесть в маленькое кресло.
B2 verb /pərˈsuː/

pursue

преследовать
Meaning
to follow or chase with the intent to catch or achieve something
Example
She decided to pursue her dreams of becoming a doctor.
Она решила следовать своей мечте стать врачом.
C1 noun /pərˈkʌʃən/

percussion

перкуссия
Meaning
Musical instruments that are played by striking, shaking, or scraping, such as drums or cymbals.
Example
The percussion section added rhythm and energy to the orchestra.
Перкуссионный раздел добавил ритм и энергию в оркестр.
B1 noun ˌɔː.ɡən.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃənz

organizations

организации
Meaning
Organized groups of people with a particular purpose
Example
Organizations play a key role in policymaking.
Организации играют ключевую роль в формировании политики.
C2 verb /ˈprætəl/

prattle

болтать
Meaning
to talk at length in a foolish or inconsequential way
Example
The children would prattle on about their games.
Дети болтали о своих играх.
B2 adjective /ˈʃeɪ.di/

Shady

затенённый; подозрительный; нечестный;
Meaning
providing shade; dishonest; suspicious
Example
The shady businessman made a suspicious deal.
Затенённый бизнесмен заключил подозрительную сделку.
B1 adjective /ˈɔːkwəd/

awkward

неловкий
Meaning
causing or feeling embarrassment; difficult to deal with
Example
There was an awkward silence after his joke.
После его шутки наступила неловкая тишина.
C2 noun /ˈɔːldərmən/

alderman

член муниципального совета
Meaning
An elected member of a municipal council in certain cities and towns.
Example
The alderman proposed a new plan for community parks.
Алдерман предложил новый план для общественных парков.
A2 noun /ˈɡræmər/

grammar

грамматика
Meaning
the system and structure of a language, including rules for syntax, morphology, and usage
Example
She studied grammar to improve her writing skills.
Она изучала грамматику, чтобы улучшить письмо.
A1 noun /ˈbɔɪˌfrɛnd/

boyfriend

бойфренд
Meaning
a man or boy that someone is having a romantic or close relationship with
Example
She introduced her boyfriend to her parents.
Она познакомила своего бойфренда со своими родителями.
B1 adjective /əˈlɜːrt/

alert

бдительный
Meaning
quick to notice and respond to potential danger or issues; aware and attentive
Example
The alert dog barked at the stranger approaching the house.
Бдительная собака залаяла на незнакомца, подходящего к дому.
C1 noun /luːm/

Loom

ткацкий станок
Meaning
a machine for weaving cloth; to appear threatening or menacing
Example
The weaver worked at the loom to create beautiful fabrics.
Ткач работал на ткацком станке, чтобы создать красивые ткани.
B2 noun /vɒlˈkæn.ɪk ɪˈrʌp.ʃən/

volcanic eruption

вулканическое извержение
Meaning
The discharge of lava, ash, and gases from a volcano.
Example
The volcanic eruption covered the town in ash.
Вулканическое извержение покрыло город пеплом.
C2 adjective /ˈprʊəriənt/

prurient

похотливый
Meaning
having or showing an excessive interest in sexual matters
Example
The magazine was criticized for its prurient content.
Журнал был раскритикован за свой похотливый контент.
B1 noun /swiːt pəˈteɪtoʊ/

Sweet potato

сладкий картофель
Meaning
A root vegetable with sweet flesh, typically orange or purple in color
Example
Roasted sweet potato makes a healthy and delicious side dish.
Жареный сладкий картофель - это полезное и вкусное блюдо.
B2 noun /reɪk/

Rake

грабли
Meaning
a garden tool with a long handle and prongs for gathering leaves; to gather with a rake
Example
He used a rake to gather the fallen autumn leaves.
Он использовал грабли, чтобы собрать опавшие осенние листья.
C1 adjective /ʃruːd/

Shrewd

проницательный; ловкий; умный
Meaning
having or showing sharp powers of judgment; astute
Example
The shrewd businessman made a profitable deal in the competitive market.
Хитрый бизнесмен заключил выгодную сделку на конкурентном рынке.
C1 verb /wɪðˈhoʊld/

withhold

удерживать
Meaning
to refuse to give or keep back something
Example
The company decided to withhold his bonus.
Компания решила удержать его бонус.
A2 noun /brænd/

brand

бренд
Meaning
a type of product manufactured by a company under a particular name
Example
Nike is a popular brand of sportswear.
Nike - популярный бренд спортивной одежды.
C2 verb /əˈmælɡəmeɪt/

amalgamate

сливаться
Meaning
to combine or unite to form one organization or structure; to merge
Example
The two companies decided to amalgamate their operations.
Две компании решили объединить свои операции.
C1 noun /ˈskælpəl/

scalpel

скальпель
Meaning
A small and extremely sharp bladed instrument used for surgery and dissection.
Example
The surgeon carefully used a scalpel to make the first incision.
Хирург осторожно использовал скальпель, чтобы сделать первый разрез.
A2 verb /prəˈduːs/

produce

производить
Meaning
to make, create, or manufacture something
Example
The factory produces cars.
Завод производит машины.
C1 noun /ˌkæm.əˈrɑː.dɚ.i/

camaraderie

дружба, товарищество, совместная дружба
Meaning
Mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together.
Example
The camaraderie among teammates was inspiring.
Камерадери среди членов команды было вдохновляющим.
C2 adjective /baɪˈkæmərəl/

bicameral

двухпалатный
Meaning
Having two branches or chambers, especially in a legislature.
Example
The United States has a bicameral legislature consisting of the Senate and the House of Representatives.
В Соединенных Штатах есть двухпалатный парламент, состоящий из Сената и Палаты представителей.
C1 noun /twɪt/

Twit

глупец; насмехаться
Meaning
a silly or foolish person; to tease or make fun of someone
Example
Don't be such a twit and listen carefully.
Не будь таким глупцом и слушай внимательно.
A2 noun /ˈfɔːrɪst/

Forest

лес
Meaning
a large area covered chiefly with trees and undergrowth
Example
We went hiking in the dense forest yesterday.
Мы пошли в поход в густой лес вчера.