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C2 adjective /ˌɪlˈneɪ.tʃəd/

ill-natured

злой по натуре
Meaning
Having a bad or unpleasant character; unkind or malicious.
Example
He made an ill-natured remark about his colleague.
Он сделал злое замечание о своем коллеге.
B2 noun ˈsʌbstɪˌtut

substitute

заменитель
Meaning
A person or thing acting or serving in place of another.
Example
Money cannot be a substitute for genuine happiness.
Деньги не могут быть заменой настоящему счастью.
C2 noun /ˈmeɪdənˌhʊd/

maidenhood

дева
Meaning
The state of being a maiden; girlhood or virginity.
Example
The poem celebrated the innocence of maidenhood.
Это стихотворение прославляло невинность девственности.
C2 noun ˌiːkwəˈnɪməti

equanimity

Психологический спокойствие, самообладание и равновесие, особенно в сложных ситуациях
Meaning
Mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation.
Example
She handled the news with remarkable equanimity.
Она справилась с новостью с замечательным спокойствием.
B2 noun /ˈɡləʊ.bəl piːs/

global peace

глобальный мир
Meaning
Worldwide harmony and absence of conflict between nations.
Example
Global peace requires collective efforts.
Глобальный мир требует коллективных усилий.
C1 noun /ˌplɔː.zəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

plausibility

правдоподобие
Meaning
The quality of being reasonable or probable.
Example
The plausibility of his explanation convinced the jury.
Правдоподобие его объяснения убедило присяжных.
B2 noun /taɪd/

Tide

прилив
Meaning
the alternate rising and falling of the sea, usually twice in each lunar day, due to the attraction of the moon and sun
Example
The fishermen waited for high tide to launch their boats.
Рыбаки ждали прилив, чтобы запустить свои лодки.
B2 noun /ˌsɛlf ɪˈstiːm/

self-esteem

самооценка
Meaning
confidence in one's own worth or abilities; self-respect
Example
Building self-esteem takes time and consistent effort.
Развитие самооценки требует времени и постоянных усилий.
B2 noun /ˈprɛfəs/

preface

предисловие
Meaning
an introduction to a book, speech, or other written work
Example
The author explained his motivation in the preface.
Автор объяснил свою мотивацию в предисловии.
A2 noun /dʒoʊk/

Joke

шутка; юмор; что-то, что вызывает смех
Meaning
a thing that someone says to cause amusement or laughter; something not to be taken seriously
Example
Everyone laughed at his funny joke during the dinner party.
Все смеялись над его забавной шуткой во время ужина.
C2 verb /məˈkadəˌmaɪz/

macadamize

покрывать дорогу дробленым камнем
Meaning
to construct or cover a road with broken stone
Example
The government decided to macadamize the old rural roads.
Правительство решило маккадамизировать старые сельские дороги.
B2 noun ˈæɡ.rɪ.kʌl.tʃɚ

agriculture

сельское хозяйство
Meaning
The science or practice of farming, including cultivation of the soil for the growing of crops and the rearing of animals to provide food, wool, and other products.
Example
Sustainable agriculture can help protect the environment.
Устойчивое сельское хозяйство может помочь защитить окружающую среду.
C1 noun /ˈfɔːr.teɪ/ or /fɔːrt/

forte

сила
Meaning
a strong ability or talent; something one does particularly well
Example
Cooking is definitely her forte.
Готовка — это определенно ее сила.
B2 adjective ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡreɪ.tɪd

integrated

интегрированный
Meaning
Combining or coordinating separate elements so as to provide a harmonious, interrelated whole.
Example
Integrated systems optimize efficiency.
Интегрированные системы оптимизируют эффективность.
B2 noun ˈhoʊmˌskuː.lɪŋ

homeschooling

обучение на дому
Meaning
The practice of educating children at home rather than sending them to a school.
Example
Homeschooling allows parents to tailor education to their child's needs.
Обучение на дому позволяет родителям адаптировать образование к потребностям их ребенка.
C1 noun /ˈrep.lɪ.kə/

Replica

реплика
Meaning
an exact copy or model of something, especially one on a smaller scale
Example
The museum displayed a perfect replica of the ancient statue.
Музей выставил идеальную реплику древней статуи.
B1 adjective pəˈlɪtɪkəl

political

политический
Meaning
Relating to the government or public affairs of a country; relating to politics or political parties.
Example
The political agenda included autonomy.
Политическая повестка включала автономию.
B1 adjective /əˈkeɪ.ʒən.əl/

Occasional

случайный
Meaning
occurring infrequently or irregularly; happening from time to time
Example
She enjoys occasional walks in the park.
Она наслаждается случайными прогулками в парке.
B2 noun ˈhæb.ɪ.tæts

habitats

среда обитания
Meaning
The natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism.
Example
Scientists envision habitats on the Moon.
Учёные представляют себе хабитатс на Луне.
C1 adjective /ˈnɒnʃələnt/

nonchalant

невозмутимый
Meaning
Appearing calm, casual, and unconcerned.
Example
He gave a nonchalant shrug and walked away.
Он невозмутимо пожал плечами и ушёл.
B2 adjective /ˈseɪ.krɪd/

Sacred

священный
Meaning
connected with God or a god; considered holy; worthy of religious worship
Example
The sacred temple was visited by thousands of pilgrims.
Священный храм посетили тысячи паломников.
C1 adjective /ˌɛpɪˈsɒdɪk/

episodic

эпизодический
Meaning
Happening occasionally or in separate parts; related to episodes.
Example
Her interest in art was episodic, coming and going over the years.
Её интерес к искусству был эпизодическим, он приходил и уходил с годами.
C2 adjective /dʒoʊˈkoʊs/

jocose

шутливый
Meaning
playful or humorous in speech or behavior
Example
The professor’s jocose remarks kept the class entertained.
Шутливые замечания профессора развлекли класс.
A2 adjective /ˈriː.sənt/

Recent

недавний; новый; актуальный;
Meaning
happening not long ago; new; current;
Example
The recent changes in weather patterns concern scientists.
Недавние изменения в погодных паттернах беспокоят ученых.
B1 noun /læk/

Lack

нехватка; отсутствие
Meaning
the state of being without or not having enough of something; absence or shortage
Example
The lack of rain this summer has caused serious problems for farmers.
Нехватка дождя этим летом вызвала серьезные проблемы для фермеров.
C2 adjective /ˈsɜːrkəmskraɪbd/

circumscribed

ограниченный
Meaning
restricted or limited in scope or freedom
Example
Her freedom of choice was circumscribed by social rules.
Ее свобода выбора была ограничена социальными правилами.
C1 noun /ˈfɔːrˌbɛərz/

forebears

предки
Meaning
Ancestors or people in previous generations from whom one is descended.
Example
We must honor the traditions of our forebears.
Мы должны почитать традиции наших предков.
C2 noun /ˌrɛv.əˈkeɪ.ʃən/

revocation

аннулирование
Meaning
The act of officially canceling or withdrawing something.
Example
The court ordered the revocation of his license.
Суд постановил аннулировать его лицензию.
C2 adjective /ˈdʒes.tɪŋ/

Jesting

шутливый
Meaning
joking or teasing in a playful manner
Example
He was only jesting when he said he would quit his job.
Он просто шутил, когда сказал, что уйдёт с работы.
C1 noun /ˈiː.dən/

Eden

Эдем
Meaning
a place or state of great happiness; paradise
Example
The garden was like Eden, filled with beautiful flowers and peaceful atmosphere.
Сад был как Эдем, наполненный красивыми цветами и спокойной атмосферой.
A2 preposition /tɔːrdz/

towards

к
Meaning
in the direction of
Example
He is running towards the park.
Он бегает к парку.
B2 noun /kənˈvɪk.ʃən/

conviction

убеждение
Meaning
A firmly held belief or opinion.
Example
She spoke with conviction, making everyone believe her.
Она говорила с убеждением, заставляя всех поверить в неё.
B1 adjective /ˈtrʌbəld/

troubled

озабоченный
Meaning
experiencing or showing distress, anxiety, or worry
Example
He looked deeply troubled after hearing the bad news.
Он выглядел глубоко озабоченным после того, как услышал плохие новости.
C2 adjective /ˈvɪndɪkeɪtɪv/

vindicative

оправдательный
Meaning
showing a tendency to vindicate or justify; inclined to defend
Example
Her vindicative tone showed that she strongly believed in her innocence.
Её виндикативный тон показал, что она твердо верит в свою невиновность.
B2 verb /kriːp/

creep

ползать
Meaning
to move slowly and quietly; to make someone feel uncomfortable
Example
She crept quietly up the stairs to avoid waking anyone.
Она тихо поднялась по лестнице, чтобы не разбудить никого.
C1 noun /ˈkwɪk.sænd/

Quick-sand

песчаная трясина
Meaning
loose wet sand that yields easily to pressure and sucks in anything on its surface
Example
The explorer got trapped in quicksand while crossing the desert.
Исследователь попал в песчаную трясину, переходя пустыню.
B1 adverb /ˈrɒŋli/

wrongly

неправильно
Meaning
in an incorrect or mistaken way; unfairly or unjustly
Example
He was wrongly accused of the crime.
Его неправильно обвинили в преступлении.
C1 verb /ɡraɪp/

gripe

жаловатся
Meaning
to complain about something in an annoying way
Example
He is always griping about the weather.
Он всегда жалуется на погоду.
A2 adjective /θɪk/

Thick

толстый; густой;
Meaning
having a large distance between opposite sides; dense; not thin
Example
The book has thick pages and a heavy cover.
Книга имеет толстые страницы и тяжелую обложку.
A2 verb, noun /drɒp/

drop

уронить / капля
Meaning
to let something fall; a small quantity of liquid
Example
Be careful not to drop your phone.
Будь осторожен, чтобы не уронить свой телефон.
C1 noun /ˈsæf.rən/

Saffron

шафран
Meaning
a deep yellow-orange color; an expensive spice derived from crocus flowers
Example
The saffron fabric looked beautiful in the sunlight.
Шафрановая ткань выглядела прекрасно на солнечном свете.
C2 adjective /həˈrɛtɪkəl/

heretical

еретический
Meaning
Relating to or characterized by departure from accepted beliefs or standards, especially in religion.
Example
The priest condemned the book as heretical.
Священник осудил книгу как еретическую.
A2 verb /sɜːrv/

serve

обслуживать
Meaning
to provide service; to work for; to offer food or drink
Example
She serves breakfast at 8 AM every morning.
Она подает завтрак в 8 утра каждый день.
B2 verb /prɪˈzɜːv/

preserve

сохранять
Meaning
to keep something in its original state; to protect from harm or decay
Example
We must preserve our natural environment.
Мы должны сохранить нашу естественную среду.
C2 adjective /əˈbɔːrtɪv/

abortive

неудачный
Meaning
Failing to produce the intended result; unsuccessful.
Example
Their abortive attempt to climb the mountain ended in retreat.
Их абортивная попытка подняться на гору закончилась отступлением.
C2 noun /blæk ˈkɑːr.də.məm/

Black Cardamom

черный кардамон
Meaning
a large aromatic spice pod with a smoky flavor, commonly used in Indian and Middle Eastern cooking
Example
Add black cardamom to the curry for a rich, smoky flavor.
Добавьте черный кардамон в карри, чтобы получить насыщенный, дымный вкус.
C2 adjective /ˌɪnkəmˈprɛsəbl/

incompressible

несжимаемый
Meaning
Not able to be pressed or squeezed into a smaller space.
Example
Liquids are generally considered incompressible.
Жидкости обычно считаются несжимаемыми.
B1 adjective /ˈrɔɪ.əl/

Royal

королевский
Meaning
belonging to or connected with the monarch or monarchy; magnificent; excellent
Example
The royal family attended the ceremony.
Королевская семья присутствовала на церемонии.
B2 noun /əˈbɔːrʃən/

abortion

Meaning
The deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, usually performed during the first 28 weeks.
Example
The debate about abortion continues to divide public opinion.
B2 adjective /steɪl/

Stale

черствый; старый; не свежий
Meaning
no longer fresh; lacking originality or novelty
Example
The bread became stale after sitting out for three days.
Хлеб стал черствым после того, как пролежал три дня.
C1 noun /ˈlaɪtʃi/

Litchi

личи
Meaning
a small oval pink-red tropical fruit with white translucent flesh and sweet taste
Example
The litchi has a rough pink shell that you peel to eat the sweet white fruit inside.
Личи имеет грубую розовую кожуру, которую нужно очистить, чтобы съесть сладкий белый плод внутри.
B1 adjective /ˈɡɪl.ti/

Guilty

виновный
Meaning
having committed a crime or offense; feeling responsible for wrongdoing
Example
She felt guilty about lying to her parents.
Она чувствовала себя виновной за ложь своим родителям.
C2 noun /ˈslʌɡərd/

sluggard

ленивец
Meaning
A lazy, sluggish person.
Example
The sluggard refused to get out of bed even at noon.
Ленивец отказался вставать с кровати даже в полдень.
C1 noun /ˈsɪstərhʊd/

sisterhood

сестринство
Meaning
The relationship between sisters, or a community of women united by shared experiences or goals.
Example
The feminist movement created a strong sense of sisterhood among women.
Феминистское движение создало сильное чувство сестринства среди женщин.
B2 adjective /əkˈsel.ə.reɪ.tɪd/

accelerated

ускоренный
Meaning
Happening or developing faster than usual.
Example
The project progressed at an accelerated pace.
Проект продвигался с ускоренным темпом.
B1 noun /ˈɛər.kræft/

aircraft

самолет
Meaning
A vehicle, such as an airplane or helicopter, that can fly in the air.
Example
The military aircraft flew over the city.
Военный самолет пролетел над городом.
B1 adjective /ɪmˈpruːvd/

improved

улучшенный
Meaning
made better or enhanced in quality or condition
Example
Her health has significantly improved since last month.
Её здоровье значительно улучшилось с прошлого месяца.
A2 adverb /ˈɔːlmoʊst/

almost

почти
Meaning
very nearly, but not exactly or completely
Example
He almost missed the train.
Он почти опоздал на поезд.
B2 noun /ɡriːd/

Greed

жадность
Meaning
intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth, power, or food
Example
His greed for money led him to make unethical business decisions.
Его жадность к деньгам заставила его принять неэтичные деловые решения.
A2 noun /ˈjuːzər/

user

пользователь
Meaning
a person who uses or operates something
Example
He is a frequent user of this app.
Он частый пользователь этого приложения.
C1 adjective ˈleɪ.tənt

latent

латентный или скрытый
Meaning
Existing but not yet developed or manifested; hidden potential.
Example
His artistic talent remained latent for years.
Его художественный талант оставался латентным в течение многих лет.
C2 verb /ˈkɒd.l̩/

coddle

баловать чрезмерно
Meaning
to treat someone with excessive care or kindness, often in a way that is overprotective
Example
Parents should support their children without coddling them.
Родители должны поддерживать своих детей, не балуя их.
C1 noun /ˈtwɪstər/

twister

торнадо
Meaning
A tornado or something that twists; also refers to a challenging tongue twister.
Example
The twister destroyed several houses in the village.
Торнадо уничтожило несколько домов в деревне.
C1 verb /ˈæmpjʊteɪt/

amputate

ампутировать
Meaning
to cut off a limb from the body by surgery
Example
The doctors had to amputate his leg after the accident.
Врачи должны были ампутировать его ногу после аварии.
C1 verb /əˈbɔːrt/

abort

прервать; отменить
Meaning
to stop a process or action before it is completed; to end a pregnancy deliberately
Example
The pilot decided to abort the mission due to bad weather.
Пилот решил прервать миссию из-за плохой погоды.
C2 verb /loʊp/

lope

бежать с длинными, прыгающими шагами
Meaning
to run or move with a long, bounding stride
Example
The horse loped gracefully across the field.
Лошадь элегантно бежала по полю.
B1 adverb /ˈfɪzɪkəli/

physically

физически
Meaning
in a physical manner; relating to the body
Example
She is physically strong and healthy.
Она физически сильна и здорова.
C2 noun /ˈɪmɪˌteɪtər/

imitator

имитатор
Meaning
a person who copies the behavior, style, or actions of others
Example
He became famous as an imitator of popular singers.
Он стал известным как имитатор популярных певцов.
A2 adverb /ˈtoʊtəli/

Totally

полностью
Meaning
completely; entirely; absolutely
Example
I totally agree with your opinion.
Я полностью согласен с твоим мнением.
C1 noun /stæɡˈneɪ.ʃən/

stagnation

стагнация
Meaning
A state of inactivity or lack of growth, especially in an economy.
Example
High unemployment led to economic stagnation.
Высокий уровень безработицы привел к экономической стагнации.
C1 noun /trentʃ/

Trench

окоп
Meaning
a long, narrow ditch; a deep furrow in the ground, especially one used for military defense
Example
The soldiers dug a trench for protection during the battle.
Солдаты вырыли окоп для защиты во время битвы.
C2 noun, verb /ˌpæm.fləˈtɪər/

pamphleteer

автор памфлетов
Meaning
a person who writes or distributes pamphlets, often to promote a political or social cause
Example
In the 18th century, many pamphleteers influenced public opinion.
В XVIII веке многие авторы памфлетов влияли на общественное мнение.
C1 verb /ˈtɪŋkər/

tinker

колдовать
Meaning
to make small adjustments or repairs to something, often experimentally or imperfectly
Example
He likes to tinker with old radios in his garage.
Ему нравится колдовать со старыми радиоприемниками в своем гараже.
B2 noun ˌsaɪ.bə.sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti

cybersecurity

кибербезопасность
Meaning
The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks
Example
Cybersecurity ensures safe digital operations.
Кибербезопасность обеспечивает безопасные цифровые операции.
B2 adverb /ˌfʌndəˈmɛntəli/

fundamentally

фундаментально
Meaning
in a basic and important way; at the core
Example
The two theories are fundamentally different.
Эти две теории принципиально разные.
B2 noun /tɪˈlɑpiə fɪʃ/

Tilapia fish

рыба тилапия
Meaning
a freshwater fish native to Africa, widely farmed for food due to its mild taste and fast growth
Example
Tilapia fish is one of the most commonly farmed fish species worldwide.
Рыба тилапия — один из самых часто выращиваемых видов рыб в мире.
A2 verb /ɡaɪd/

guide

вести
Meaning
to show someone the way; to direct or influence behavior
Example
The teacher guides the students.
Учитель направляет студентов.
B2 noun /ˈpɛbl/

pebble

галька
Meaning
a small smooth stone found on beaches or rivers
Example
He threw a pebble into the pond and watched the ripples.
Он бросил гальку в пруд и наблюдал за волнами.
B2 adjective /ɪnˈædɪkwət/

inadequate

неадекватный
Meaning
Not sufficient or good enough.
Example
The funding was inadequate to complete the project.
Финансирование было недостаточным для завершения проекта.
C1 noun ˈflɔː.rə ænd ˈfɔː.nə

flora and fauna

флора и фауна
Meaning
The plants and animals of a particular region, habitat, or geological period.
Example
The Galápagos Islands have unique flora and fauna.
На островах Галапагос находится уникальная флора и фауна.
C2 adjective /rɪˈprɛsəbl̩/

repressible

сдерживаемый
Meaning
Capable of being restrained or suppressed.
Example
The movement proved to be hardly repressible.
Движение оказалось едва сдерживаемым.
C1 verb /əˈbaʊnd/

abound

быть в избытке
Meaning
To exist in large numbers or amounts.
Example
Opportunities abound in the field of technology.
Возможности в области технологий обильны.
A2 noun /ˈsɪz.ərz/

Scissors

ножницы
Meaning
a cutting instrument with two sharp blades that are joined and work against each other
Example
She used scissors to cut the paper into small pieces.
Она использовала ножницы, чтобы нарезать бумагу на маленькие кусочки.
B2 verb /rɪˈzɪst/

resist

сопротивляться
Meaning
to oppose or fight against; to withstand
Example
He could not resist the temptation.
Он не смог устоять перед искушением.
C1 noun /ˈblɛm.ɪʃ/

blemish

дефект
Meaning
A small mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something.
Example
The mirror had a small blemish on the surface.
На зеркале было небольшое пятно на поверхности.
C1 adjective /ˈhɛlθfəl/

healthful

оздоровительный
Meaning
Promoting good health; beneficial to health.
Example
A healthful diet includes fresh fruits and vegetables.
Оздоровительная диета включает свежие фрукты и овощи.
B2 adjective /ɪkˈsɛntrɪk/

eccentric

эксцентричный
Meaning
unconventional and slightly strange in behavior or appearance
Example
The artist was known for his eccentric style.
Художник был известен своим эксцентричным стилем.
B2 noun, verb /ˈriːteɪl/

retail

розничная торговля
Meaning
the sale of goods to the public in small quantities for use or consumption rather than for resale
Example
The company specializes in the retail of clothing and accessories.
Компания специализируется на розничной продаже одежды и аксессуаров.
C2 adjective /ɪmˈpɑːlɪtɪk/

impolitic

необдуманный
Meaning
Unwise or imprudent; not showing good judgment.
Example
It would be impolitic to criticize them openly.
Было бы необдуманно критиковать их открыто.
C1 noun /ˈlɪŋɡwɪst/

linguist

лингвист
Meaning
A person skilled in foreign languages or in the scientific study of language.
Example
She is a linguist who speaks six languages fluently.
Она лингвист, говорящая на шести языках свободно.
C1 noun /ˌæbəˈrɪdʒəniːz/

aborigines

аборигены
Meaning
The original inhabitants of a land, especially in Australia.
Example
The aborigines have preserved their traditions for thousands of years.
Аборигены сохраняли свои традиции на протяжении тысяч лет.
B1 noun ˌkriː.eɪˈtɪv.ɪ.ti

creativity

креативность
Meaning
The ability to use imagination to produce original ideas or to make something new or imaginative.
Example
His creativity was evident in his artwork.
Его креативность была очевидна в его искусстве.
B1 noun /ˈvəʊtə/

voter

избиратель
Meaning
a person who votes in an election
Example
Voters lined up outside the polling station to cast their ballots.
Избиратели выстроились в очередь перед избирательным участком, чтобы отдать свой голос.
C2 verb /ˈpɛrəɡrɪˌneɪt/

peregrinate

счастье
Meaning
To travel or wander from place to place.
Example
He loved to peregrinate across the countryside during summer.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
C2 noun /əˈspɜːr.ʒən/

aspersion

клевета
Meaning
An attack on the reputation or integrity of someone.
Example
He cast an aspersion on her character.
Он бросил клевету на её характер.
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.
C2 noun /spɪˈlʌŋkər/

spelunker

спелеолог
Meaning
A person who explores caves as a hobby.
Example
The spelunker carried ropes and lights into the dark cave.
Спелеолог принёс верёвки и фонари в тёмную пещеру.
C1 noun /ˈkærɪkətjʊə/

caricature

карикатура
Meaning
A picture or description that exaggerates certain features for comic or satirical effect.
Example
The magazine published a caricature of the politician.
Журнал опубликовал карикатуру на политика.
C2 verb /kənˈdʒiːl/

congeal

застывать
Meaning
to become thick or solid, especially from cooling
Example
The soup began to congeal after being left on the table.
Суп начал застывать, когда его оставили на столе.
A1 noun /ˈkrɪsməs/

christmas

Рождество
Meaning
an annual festival celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed on December 25
Example
Families gather to celebrate Christmas with joy and love.
Семьи собираются, чтобы отпраздновать Рождество с радостью и любовью.
C1 noun ˌdʒɛriˈætrɪk səˈsaɪəti

geriatric society

гериатрическое общество
Meaning
A society or community where elderly people make up a large proportion of the population
Example
A geriatric society demands specialized healthcare systems.
Гериатрическое общество требует специализированных систем здравоохранения.
C1 adjective /ˌɪnkəmˈpætəbl/

incompatible

несовместимый
Meaning
Not able to exist or work together without conflict.
Example
Their personalities were completely incompatible.
Их личности были совершенно несовместимы.
B2 adjective /ˈnoʊtɪsəbl/

noticeable

заметный
Meaning
Easily seen, observed, or recognized.
Example
There was a noticeable improvement in her performance.
В ее выступлении было заметное улучшение.
B2 adjective /ˈʃeɪm.fəl/

Shameful

позорный; бесславный; стыдный
Meaning
causing shame; disgraceful; embarrassing
Example
His shameful behavior embarrassed the entire family.
Его позорное поведение опозорило всю семью.
C1 verb /ɪkˈspend/

expend

тратить
Meaning
to use up or consume; to spend energy or resources
Example
He expended all his energy on the project.
Он потратил всю свою энергию на проект.
C1 adjective /rɪˈtɔːrɪkəl/

rhetorical

риторический
Meaning
relating to the art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing; often a question asked to make a point rather than get an answer
Example
He asked a rhetorical question during the debate.
Он задал риторический вопрос во время дебатов.
C2 noun /kəˈbɑːdi/

kabadi

сборщик лома
Meaning
a person who collects and sells scrap or recyclable materials, especially in South Asia
Example
The kabadi came every week to collect old newspapers and bottles.
Сборщик лома собирает старый металл.
C2 noun /səbˈdʌk.ʃən/

subduction

Боковое и вниз движение слоя земной коры в мантии под другим слоем.
Meaning
The lateral and downward movement of the edge of a plate of the earth's crust into the mantle beneath another plate.
Example
The Pacific Ring of Fire is an area of intense subduction.
Тихоокеанское кольцо огня - это зона интенсивной субдукции.
B2 adjective /ˈtʃʌbi/

chubby

пухлый
Meaning
slightly fat in a way that looks healthy and pleasant
Example
The baby has chubby cheeks.
У малыша пухлые щечки.
B1 noun /ˈrɪðəm/

rhythm

ритм
Meaning
a strong, regular, repeated pattern of movement or sound
Example
The rhythm of the music made everyone want to dance.
Ритм музыки заставил всех хотеть танцевать.
C2 noun /ˈpruːdəri/

prudery

стыдливость
Meaning
the behavior or attitude of people who are too easily shocked or offended by sexual matters
Example
His prudery often made others uncomfortable during open discussions.
Его стыдливость часто заставляла других чувствовать дискомфорт во время открытых обсуждений.
B2 noun /ˈkeɪ.ɒs/

Chaos

хаос; беспорядок; путаница
Meaning
complete disorder and confusion; a state of total confusion with no order
Example
The earthquake caused chaos in the city as buildings collapsed and people panicked.
Землетрясение вызвало хаос в городе, когда здания обрушились, а люди паниковали.
B2 noun /rʌst/

Rust

ржавчина
Meaning
reddish-brown coating formed on iron or steel by oxidation; corrosion
Example
The old car was covered in rust after years of neglect.
Старый автомобиль был покрыт ржавчиной после многих лет пренебрежения.
C2 noun /ˌmæk.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Machination

махинация; интрига;
Meaning
a clever scheme or artful plot, usually with evil intent; crafty designing or plotting
Example
The villain's machinations were finally exposed.
Махинации злодея наконец были раскрыты.
B2 noun /ˌdɪsɪnˈfɛktənt/

disinfectant

дезинфицирующее средство
Meaning
a chemical substance used to kill harmful microorganisms on surfaces
Example
The cleaner sprayed disinfectant on the table.
Уборщик распылил дезинфицирующее средство на столе.
C2 noun /ˌmɪnəˈrɛt/

minaret

минарет
Meaning
A tall, slender tower of a mosque, from which the call to prayer is announced.
Example
The minaret of the mosque could be seen from miles away.
Минорет мечети был виден с нескольких километров.
B1 noun /treɪl/

trail

тропа
Meaning
a path or track left by something that has passed
Example
The hikers followed the trail through the forest.
Путники следовали по тропе через лес.
C1 noun /ˈkɑːrtɪlɪdʒ/

cartilage

хрящ
Meaning
A firm, flexible connective tissue found in various parts of the body such as joints, ear, and nose.
Example
The doctor explained that the injury damaged the cartilage in his knee.
Доктор объяснил, что травма повредила хрящ в его колене.
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.
B2 adverb /ˌælfəˈbɛtɪkli/

alphabetically

в алфавитном порядке
Meaning
in the order of the letters of the alphabet
Example
The names are listed alphabetically in the register.
Имена перечислены в алфавитном порядке в реестре.
C1 adjective /ˈmæn.əd/

mannered

искусственный / притворный
Meaning
Having or showing a particular manner, especially an artificial or affected one.
Example
The actor’s performance was too mannered to feel natural.
Выступление актера было слишком искусственным, чтобы казаться естественным.