C1 noun ˈlaɪv.li.hʊd

livelihood

средства к существованию

Meaning

A means of securing the necessities of life; a way of making a living.

Example

Fishing is the primary livelihood of coastal communities.

Рыболовство — основной источник средств к существованию прибрежных сообществ.

C2 noun /ˈbæn.jən/

Banian

майка

Meaning

a sleeveless undergarment worn next to the skin; vest

Example

He put on a cotton banian under his shirt.

Он надел хлопковый банян под рубашку.

C2 noun /ɛnˈkoʊmiəm/

encomium

похвала

Meaning

A speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly.

Example

He delivered an encomium to his retiring teacher.

Он произнес похвалу своему уходящему учителю.

B2 adjective ʌnˈprɛsɪˌdɛntɪd

unprecedented

беспрецедентный

Meaning

Never done or known before; without previous example.

Example

Unprecedented advancements in science changed human lives.

Беспрецедентные достижения в науке изменили жизнь человека.

B1 noun /ˈkɪləɡræm/

kilogram

килограмм

Meaning

the base unit of mass in the metric system equal to 1,000 grams

Example

The bag of rice weighs five kilograms.

Мешок риса весит пять килограммов.

C1 adjective /ˌhɛtərəˈʤiːniəs/

heterogeneous

гетерогенный

Meaning

consisting of different kinds or diverse elements

Example

The classroom was filled with a heterogeneous group of students.

Класс был наполнен гетерогенной группой студентов.

A1 verb /wɔːk/

walk

идти

Meaning

to move forward by putting one foot in front of the other

Example

I walk to school every morning.

Я хожу в школу пешком каждое утро.

C2 noun /ˈtrʌmpəri/

trumpery

бессмысленная чепуха или показные, но бессмысленные вещи

Meaning

worthless nonsense or showy but worthless things

Example

The speech was full of political trumpery.

Речь была полна политической чепухи.

A2 noun /əˈpɪə.rəns/

Appearance

внешность; присутствие; проявление

Meaning

the way that someone or something looks; an act of performing or participating in a public event

Example

Her appearance at the event surprised everyone.

Ее появление на мероприятии удивило всех.

C1 verb /ˈmɒd.jʊ.leɪt/

modulate

модулировать

Meaning

To change the strength, tone, or pitch of something; to adjust or regulate.

Example

A good speaker knows how to modulate their voice.

Хороший оратор знает, как модулировать свой голос.

B1 adjective /ˈnær.oʊ/

Narrow

узкий; ограниченный; ограниченный

Meaning

having a small width; thin; limited in scope; restricted

Example

The narrow street was barely wide enough for two cars.

Узкая улица едва была достаточно широкой для двух машин.

C1 adjective /prɪm/

prim

чрезмерно формальный или правильный

Meaning

stiffly formal and proper in appearance or behavior

Example

She looked prim in her neatly pressed dress.

Она выглядела прим в своем аккуратно поглаженном платье.

C1 adjective /ˈskræpi/

scrappy

бойцовский / беспорядочный

Meaning

Determined and willing to fight or argue; also messy or disorganized.

Example

Despite being small, he was a scrappy fighter.

Несмотря на небольшой размер, он был бойцовским бойцом.

A1 noun /ˈwɪn.doʊ/

Window

окно

Meaning

an opening in a wall fitted with glass to let in light and air

Example

Please open the window for fresh air.

пожалуйста, откройте окно для свежего воздуха.

A2 noun /wɛb/

web

Meaning

a network of fine threads spun by a spider or a complex interconnected system

Example

The spider spun a large web in the corner of the room.

A1 verb /ɡoʊ/

go

идти

Meaning

to move or travel from one place to another

Example

I go to school every day.

Я хожу в школу каждый день.

B2 noun, verb /ˈblɒsəm/

blossom

цвести

Meaning

a flower or mass of flowers on a tree or plant; to develop or flourish

Example

The small garden began to blossom in spring.

Маленький сад начал цвести весной.

B2 noun ˈbaɪ.əʊˌfjuː.əl

biofuel

биотопливо

Meaning

A fuel derived immediately from living matter, as opposed to fossil fuels derived from long-dead biological matter.

Example

Biofuels reduce dependence on conventional energy sources.

Биотопливо снижает зависимость от традиционных источников энергии.

C2 verb /ˌdɪsɪnˈhɛrɪt/

disinherit

лишить наследства

Meaning

to deprive someone, especially a child, of inheritance or right to property

Example

The father threatened to disinherit his son for his reckless actions.

Отец пригрозил лишить своего сына наследства за его безрассудные поступки.

C1 noun /ˈænti ˈeəkræft ɡʌn/

Anti-aircraft-gun

зенитное орудие

Meaning

a weapon designed to attack aircraft from the ground

Example

The anti-aircraft gun was positioned to defend the military base.

Зенитное орудие было расположено для защиты военной базы.

A1 adjective /kloʊzd/

closed

закрыт

Meaning

not open; shut

Example

The store is closed on Fridays.

Магазин закрыт по пятницам.

A2 adjective, noun /ɡreɪ/

gray

счастье

Meaning

A color between black and white; also describes dull or gloomy situations.

Example

The sky turned gray before the storm.

Она не смогла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.

C1 adjective /ˈsɜːrvɪsəbl/

serviceable

пригодный

Meaning

fit for use; usable; in working order

Example

The old bicycle is still serviceable despite its age.

Старый велосипед все еще пригоден к использованию, несмотря на свой возраст.

B2 noun/adjective /səˈvɪliən/

civilian

гражданский

Meaning

a person not in the armed forces or police

Example

The area was evacuated to protect the civilians.

Зону эвакуировали для защиты гражданских.

B1 noun ˈtʊə.rɪ.zəm

tourism

туризм

Meaning

The commercial organization and operation of vacations and visits to places of interest.

Example

Tourism drives economic growth in many countries.

Туризм способствует экономическому росту во многих странах.

B2 adjective /dɪˈprɛst/

depressed

депрессия

Meaning

Feeling very sad and without hope; in a state of unhappiness.

Example

She felt depressed after losing her job.

Она чувствовала себя депрессивно после потери работы.

B2 noun, adjective /prɪˈmɪər/ or /ˈpriːmiər/

premier

премьер-министр / главный

Meaning

the head of government in some countries; first in importance or rank

Example

The French premier addressed the nation.

Французский премьер-министр обратился к нации.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈbreɪkəbəl/

Unbreakable

неподдающийся разрушению или повреждению; очень сильный и долговечный

Meaning

not able to be broken or damaged; very strong and durable

Example

Their friendship formed an unbreakable bond.

Их дружба образовала неразрушимую связь.

A1 noun /ˈrɛst(ə)rɒnt/

restaurant

ресторан

Meaning

a place where meals are prepared and served to customers

Example

We went to the restaurant for dinner.

Мы пошли в ресторан на ужин.

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 /kæsˈkeɪd/

Cascade

каскад; последовательность этапов или операций

Meaning

a waterfall; a succession of stages or operations

Example

The mountain cascade created a beautiful natural swimming pool below.

Горный водопад создал красивый природный плавательный бассейн внизу.

C2 noun /ˈplɛntɪtjuːd/

plentitude

изобилие

Meaning

the condition of being full or abundant

Example

The garden offered a plentitude of flowers in spring.

Сад предложил изобилие цветов весной.

B2 noun /ˈblʌn.dər/

blunder

глупая или небрежная ошибка; серьезная ошибка в суждении.

Meaning

A stupid or careless mistake; a serious error in judgment.

Example

His blunder cost the company a fortune.

Его ошибка стоила компании целое состояние.

C1 verb /ˈæbdɪkeɪt/

abdicate

отрекаться

Meaning

To give up a position of power or responsibility, especially a throne.

Example

The king decided to abdicate the throne.

Царь решил абдицировать трон.

C2 noun /ˈænti/

ante

анте

Meaning

a stake put up by a player in poker or similar games before receiving cards; also used figuratively to mean an initial investment or contribution

Example

Each player placed an ante before the game began.

Каждый игрок поставил анте перед началом игры.

B2 noun /ˈsɪmfəni/

Symphony

симфония

Meaning

an elaborate musical composition for full orchestra, typically in four movements

Example

The orchestra performed Beethoven's Fifth Symphony.

Оркестр исполнил Пятую симфонию Бетховена.

B2 noun ɪˈlɪtərəsi

illiteracy

неграмотность

Meaning

The inability to read and write; lack of education or knowledge in a particular area.

Example

Illiteracy often leads to poverty and unemployment.

Неграмотность часто ведет к бедности и безработице.

C1 noun ˌɪnfrəˈstrʌktʃərəl dɪˈveləpmənt

infrastructural development

инфраструктурное развитие

Meaning

The process of building and improving the basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.

Example

Infrastructural development is necessary for efficient recycling.

Инфраструктурное развитие необходимо для эффективной переработки.

A2 noun /ˈnɛtˌwɜrk/

network

сеть

Meaning

A system of interconnected people, things, or computers.

Example

She built a strong professional network.

Она построила сильную профессиональную сеть.

B2 noun /ˈtʌndrə/

tundra

тундра

Meaning

A vast, flat, treeless Arctic region where the subsoil is permanently frozen.

Example

Polar bears roam across the icy tundra.

Белые медведи бродят по ледяной тундре.

A2 noun /sməʊk/

smoke

дым

Meaning

A visible suspension of carbon or other particles in air, typically one emitted from a burning substance.

Example

Smoke from vehicles worsens air quality.

Дым от автомобилей ухудшает качество воздуха.

C1 noun /ˈneɪ.vəl/

Navel

пупок

Meaning

the small hollow in the center of the stomach where the umbilical cord was attached

Example

The baby's navel cord fell off after a week.

Пуповина малыша отпала через неделю.

B2 adverb /mɪdst/

Midst

в центре; среди

Meaning

in the middle of; among

Example

She stood in the midst of the crowd.

Она стояла среди толпы.

A1 noun /ˈʌŋkəl/

uncle

дядя

Meaning

the brother of one's father or mother

Example

My uncle is visiting us next week.

Мой дядя приедет к нам на следующей неделе.

C1 noun /ˌlaɪ.sənˈsiː/

Licensee

лицензиат

Meaning

a person or organization that holds a license to do something

Example

The licensee is responsible for following all regulations.

Лицензиат несет ответственность за соблюдение всех правил.

B1 noun /ˈmelədi/

Melody

мелодия; музыкальный мотив

Meaning

A sequence of single notes that is musically satisfying; a tune

Example

She hummed a beautiful melody while cooking dinner.

Она напевала красивую мелодию, готовя ужин.

B2 adjective /ˌɪnsɪˈkjʊə/

insecure

неуверенный

Meaning

not confident or assured; uncertain and anxious

Example

She felt insecure about her performance in the exam.

Она чувствовала себя неуверенной относительно своей работы на экзамене.

B2 noun /saɪˈkaɪətri/

psychiatry

психиатрия

Meaning

the branch of medicine focused on the study and treatment of mental illness

Example

She decided to study psychiatry to help people with mental health issues.

Она решила изучать психиатрию, чтобы помочь людям с психическими проблемами.

B2 noun /ˈruːmər/

rumor

слух

Meaning

a currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth.

Example

There’s a rumor that the company will merge next year.

Ходит слух, что компания объединится в следующем году.

A1 noun /ˈfɑːðər/

father

счастье

Meaning

A male parent of a child.

Example

His father taught him how to ride a bicycle.

Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда она получила приз.

C1 verb /ɪkˈstɔːrt/

extort

вымогать

Meaning

to obtain something, especially money, by force, threats, or unfair means

Example

The gang attempted to extort money from local shopkeepers.

Банда попыталась вымогать деньги у местных торговцев.

C2 noun /əˈvɪdəti/

avidity

жажда

Meaning

extreme eagerness or enthusiasm

Example

He accepted the offer with avidity.

Он принял предложение с жаждой.

B2 adjective /ˌpeɪ.triˈɑː.tɪk/

Patriotic

патриотичный

Meaning

showing love for one's country

Example

The patriotic citizens celebrated Independence Day with great enthusiasm.

Патриотичные граждане отметили День независимости с большим энтузиазмом.

C2 noun /ɪnˈdɛntʃər/

indenture

Meaning

A formal legal agreement, contract, or document, often relating to work or service.

Example

In the 18th century, many workers came under indenture to work overseas.

C1 noun /ɪnˈsɜːrdʒənt/

insurgent

повстанец

Meaning

A person who rises in revolt against authority or government.

Example

The army arrested several insurgents after the attack.

Армия арестовала нескольких повстанцев после атаки.

B2 adjective /ˈkjuːbən/

cuban

кубинский

Meaning

relating to Cuba, its people, or its culture

Example

We enjoyed delicious Cuban coffee at the café.

Мы наслаждались вкусным кубинским кофе в кафе.

C1 noun /deɪˈtɒnt/

detente

ослабление напряженных отношений

Meaning

the easing of strained relations, especially between countries

Example

The treaty helped bring about a détente between the two nations.

Договор помог достичь ослабления напряженности между двумя нациями.

B2 adverb /ˈmɪzərəbli/

Miserably

ужасно

Meaning

in a wretched or unhappy manner; extremely badly

Example

The team performed miserably in the championship.

Команда играла ужасно в чемпионате.

B1 noun /bæŋ/

Bang

внезапный громкий звук; сильный удар или удар

Meaning

a sudden loud noise; a hard blow or hit

Example

The door closed with a loud bang that woke everyone up.

Дверь захлопнулась с громким звуком, разбудив всех.

B1 verb /stæmp/

stamp

Meaning

To bring down (one's foot) heavily on the ground; to imprint a mark or seal.

Example

She stamped her foot in frustration.

A2 noun /ˈpɛpər/

pepper

перец

Meaning

a pungent spice obtained from pepper plants, used to flavor food

Example

I like to add pepper to my soup.

Мне нравится добавлять перец в мой суп.

B1 verb /wɔːrn/

warn

предупреждать

Meaning

to alert about danger; to give notice of risk

Example

The weather service warns of heavy rain tonight.

Служба погоды предупреждает о сильном дожде сегодня ночью.

B2 noun /rɪˈvendʒ/

Revenge

месть

Meaning

the action of inflicting hurt or harm on someone for an injury or wrong suffered at their hands

Example

She sought revenge against those who betrayed her trust.

Она искала месть против тех, кто предал её доверие.

B2 noun /hʌt/

hut

хижина

Meaning

a small simple shelter or house

Example

They lived in a small wooden hut near the river.

Они жили в маленькой деревянной хижине рядом с рекой.

C1 adjective /hɜːrˈbɪv.ər.əs/

Herbivorous

травоядный

Meaning

feeding on plants; plant-eating

Example

Cows are herbivorous animals that graze on grass.

Коровы - травоядные животные, которые пасутся на траве.

B2 noun /ɡaʊn/

Gown

платье

Meaning

a long dress, typically worn on formal occasions; a loose robe worn for comfort or in professional settings

Example

She looked elegant in her evening gown at the graduation ceremony.

Она выглядела элегантно в своем вечернем платье на церемонии вручения дипломов.

C2 adjective /fəˈlɪsɪtəs/

felicitous

подобающий, уместный или приятный; отмеченный удачей или счастьем

Meaning

well-chosen, appropriate, or pleasing; marked by good fortune or happiness

Example

She made a felicitous remark that lightened the mood.

Она сделала удачное замечание, которое улучшило атмосферу.

A2 noun /ˈpær.ət/

Parrot

попугай

Meaning

a tropical bird with a curved beak and often brightly colored feathers that can be taught to speak

Example

The colorful parrot repeated everything the children said.

Яркий попугай повторил все, что сказали дети.

C1 adverb /ˌmæθəˈmætɪkli/

mathematically

математически

Meaning

in a way that relates to mathematics; using numbers, formulas, or logical calculation

Example

The problem can be solved mathematically rather than by guesswork.

Эту задачу можно решить математически, а не наугад.

C1 noun /ˈvɪstə/

vista

вид

Meaning

A pleasing view, especially one seen through a long, narrow opening.

Example

From the mountain top, we admired the breathtaking vista of the valley below.

С вершины горы мы любовали захватывающим видом долины внизу.

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.

B2 noun θrets

threats

угрозы

Meaning

A statement of an intention to inflict pain, injury, damage, or other hostile action.

Example

Threats to food security are rising globally.

Угрозы безопасности продовольствия растут по всему миру.

C1 verb /ˈstriːm.laɪn/

streamline

упрощать или повышать эффективность

Meaning

To make a process simpler and more efficient.

Example

The company aims to streamline production to reduce costs.

Компания стремится оптимизировать производство для снижения затрат.

A1 verb /fərˈɡet/

forget

забывать

Meaning

to be unable to remember something; to fail to bring something to mind

Example

Don't forget to lock the door when you leave.

Не забудь закрыть дверь, когда уходишь.

A2 noun /ˈjuːnɪt/

unit

единица

Meaning

an individual thing or person regarded as a single and complete entity

Example

Each unit in the production line is carefully tested.

Каждая единица на производственной линии тщательно проверяется.

C1 verb /skɔːrtʃ/

scorch

обжигать

Meaning

to burn the surface of something slightly

Example

The fire scorched the walls of the building.

Огонь обжёг стены здания.

C2 noun mʌnˈdeɪ.nɪ.ti

mundanity

банальность

Meaning

The quality of being ordinary, routine, or lacking excitement.

Example

The mundanity of office life can be exhausting.

Банальность офисной жизни может быть утомительной.

C1 adjective /ˈɡæsiəs/

gaseous

газообразный

Meaning

Relating to or having the form of gas.

Example

Carbon dioxide is a gaseous substance.

Углекислый газ — это газообразное вещество.

C2 noun /ˈtjuːtərʃɪp/

tutorship

наставничество

Meaning

The office or position of a tutor; guidance or instruction given by a tutor.

Example

He thrived under the tutorship of his mentor.

Он преуспел под наставничеством своего ментора.

B2 adjective /ʌnˌkənˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/

Unconditional

безусловный

Meaning

not subject to any conditions; complete and absolute

Example

She offered her unconditional support to her friend in need.

Она предложила своему другу безусловную поддержку в трудную минуту.

C1 adjective /riˈækʃəˌneri/

reactionary

реакционный

Meaning

Opposing political or social progress or reform; extremely conservative.

Example

The group took a reactionary stance against the new policies.

Группа приняла реакционную позицию против новых политик.

C1 noun /ʃəˈreɪd/

charade

фарс, игра в мимику

Meaning

an absurd pretense or act intended to deceive; also a word-guessing game

Example

The trial was nothing more than a political charade.

Процесс был ничем иным, как политическим фарсом.

C1 verb /dɪˈsɛm.ɪ.neɪt/

disseminate

распространять

Meaning

To spread or give out something, especially news, information, ideas, etc., to a lot of people.

Example

Social media helps to disseminate information quickly.

Социальные сети помогают быстро распространять информацию.

C2 verb /bɪˈhuːvz/

behooves

необходимо

Meaning

third person singular form of 'behoove'; means it is proper or necessary

Example

It behooves every citizen to follow the law.

Каждому гражданину необходимо следовать закону.

C1 adjective /ˈærɪd/

arid

засушливый

Meaning

extremely dry; lacking in interest or excitement

Example

The desert is known for its arid climate.

Пустыня известна своим засушливым климатом.

B1 noun /kraʊn/

Crown

корона

Meaning

a circular ornamental headdress worn by a monarch as a symbol of authority

Example

The queen wore a magnificent crown during the coronation ceremony.

Королева носила великолепную корону во время коронации.

C2 verb /ɡɜːrd/

gird

пояс

Meaning

to encircle with a belt or band; to prepare for action

Example

The knight girded his sword before battle.

Рыцарь закрепил свой меч перед битвой.

C2 verb /ˈbækˌslaɪd/

backslide

регресс

Meaning

To relapse into bad habits, undesirable practices, or moral decline.

Example

After months of progress, he began to backslide into old habits.

После нескольких месяцев прогресса, он начал возвращаться к старым привычкам.

C1 adjective /ˈneɪm.ləs/

Nameless

безымянный; анонимный; неизвестный; неидентифицированный

Meaning

having no name; anonymous; unknown; unidentified

Example

The nameless fear haunted him throughout the night.

Безымянный страх преследовал его всю ночь.

B2 noun /ˈpɛzənt/

peasant

крестьянин

Meaning

a poor farmer or agricultural laborer who owns or rents a small piece of land for cultivation

Example

The peasant worked hard in the fields from dawn to dusk.

Крестьянин работал усердно в поле с рассвета до заката.

C1 verb /wɑːft/

waft

плыть в воздухе

Meaning

to move gently through the air, carried by a breeze

Example

The smell of fresh bread wafted through the kitchen.

Запах свежего хлеба пронесся через кухню.

C1 adjective /ˈɡrɪz.li/

grisly

ужасный

Meaning

causing horror or disgust

Example

The police discovered a grisly scene at the crime site.

Полиция обнаружила ужасную сцену на месте преступления.

C2 noun /dɪˈkrɛpɪˌtjuːd/

decrepitude

упадок

Meaning

the state of being old, weak, and worn out

Example

The once-great empire fell into decrepitude.

Когда-то великая империя погрузилась в упадок.

C2 noun phrase /ˌhjuː ən ˈkraɪ/

hue and cry

громкий протест

Meaning

A loud public outcry or protest, often demanding action.

Example

There was a hue and cry over the new policy changes.

Был громкий протест по поводу новых изменений в политике.

C1 noun /ˈdrɪz.əl/

Drizzle

моросить

Meaning

light rain falling in very fine drops; a very light rainfall

Example

The gentle drizzle continued throughout the morning, making everything misty.

Легкий дождик продолжался всю утро, создавая туманную атмосферу.

A2 noun /keɪdʒ/

Cage

клетка

Meaning

a structure with bars or wire for keeping birds or animals

Example

The parrot lives in a large cage.

Попугай живет в большой клетке.

B1 adverb /ˈbraɪtli/

brightly

ярко

Meaning

in a way that gives off a lot of light; in a vivid, cheerful, or intelligent manner

Example

The stars shone brightly in the clear night sky.

Звезды ярко сияли на чистом ночном небе.

C1 noun /əˈpɒlədʒɪst/

apologist

защитник

Meaning

a person who defends or justifies something, often a controversial belief or institution

Example

He is known as an apologist for authoritarian regimes.

Он известен как защитник авторитарных режимов.

C1 noun /ˈeɪ.peks/

apex

вершина, апекс, пик

Meaning

The highest point or peak of something; the top or summit.

Example

He reached the apex of his career.

Он достиг вершины своей карьеры.

B1 adjective /ʌnˈfɔːr.tʃən.ət/

Unfortunate

несчастный; прискорбный

Meaning

having bad luck; regrettable or unlucky

Example

It was unfortunate that the meeting was cancelled at the last minute.

Это было несчастливо, что встреча была отменена в последнюю минуту.

C1 noun /ˈtem.pɚ.əns/

temperance

умеренность

Meaning

Moderation in action, thought, or feeling; restraint.

Example

Temperance is essential for a balanced life.

Умеренность необходима для сбалансированной жизни.

A2 noun /ˈriːdər/

reader

читатель

Meaning

a person who reads or who is capable of reading

Example

She is a fast reader, finishing books in a day.

Она быстрый читатель, заканчивающая книги за один день.

B1 adjective /ˈtʃɪli/

chilly

холодный

Meaning

uncomfortably or unpleasantly cold

Example

It was a chilly morning in December.

Это было холодное утро в декабре.

A1 verb /sɪŋ/

sing

петь

Meaning

to make musical sounds with the voice

Example

She sings beautifully in the choir.

она поет прекрасно в хоре

B2 noun sɔɪl ɪˈrəʊʒən

soil erosion

эрозия почвы

Meaning

The wearing away of topsoil by water, wind, or other natural forces.

Example

Soil erosion can lead to the loss of fertile land.

Эрозия почвы может привести к потере плодородных земель.

C1 verb /əˈfɪks/

affix

прикрепить / приклеить

Meaning

to attach or stick something firmly to another thing

Example

Please affix the stamp to the envelope.

Пожалуйста, прикрепите марку к конверту.

A2 noun /lɪp/

Lip

губа

Meaning

either of the two soft parts that form the edge of the mouth

Example

She applied lipstick to her lips before the party.

Она нанесла помаду на губы перед вечеринкой.

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.

C1 noun /kjʊˈreɪtər/

curator

куратор

Meaning

a person who is responsible for the care and management of a museum, gallery, or collection

Example

The curator organized a new exhibition of ancient artifacts.

Куратор организовал новую выставку древних артефактов.

A2 adjective /fænˈtæstɪk/

Fantastic

фантастический; удивительный; отличный

Meaning

extremely good; wonderful; excellent

Example

The movie was absolutely fantastic!

Фильм был абсолютно фантастическим!

C1 verb /luːt/

loot

грабить

Meaning

to steal goods, typically during war, riot, or chaos

Example

The rioters looted several shops during the protest.

Протестующие ограбили несколько магазинов во время протестов.

A2 noun /ɪŋk/

Ink

чернила

Meaning

a colored fluid used for writing, drawing, or printing; a dark liquid ejected by cuttlefish

Example

The old fountain pen leaked ink all over his white shirt during the meeting.

Старая ручка пролила чернила на его белую рубашку во время встречи.

C2 noun /ˌmɔːzəˈliːəm/

mausoleum

маузолей

Meaning

A large stately building that houses a tomb or several tombs.

Example

The king was buried in a grand mausoleum.

Царь был похоронен в большом мавзолее.

C1 noun ˌɪnsjʊˈleɪʃən

insulation

изоляция

Meaning

Material used to prevent heat, sound, or electricity from being transmitted from one area to another.

Example

Insulation of food storage areas can prevent pests from entering.

Изоляция зон хранения продуктов может предотвратить проникновение вредителей.

B1 verb /dɪˈspleɪ/

display

показывать

Meaning

to show or exhibit; to present for others to see

Example

The museum displays ancient artifacts.

Музей показывает древние артефакты.

B2 verb /ɪˈvoʊk/

evoke

вызывать

Meaning

to bring a feeling, memory, or image into the mind

Example

The old song evoked memories of her childhood.

Старая песня вызвала воспоминания о её детстве.

C1 noun kəmˈpleɪ.sən.si

complacency

самодовольство

Meaning

Excessive self-satisfaction with one's achievements that can hinder progress.

Example

His complacency led to a decline in his performance.

Его самодовольство привело к снижению его результатов.

C2 noun /flæks/

flax

лён

Meaning

a plant whose fibers are used to make linen and whose seeds are edible

Example

Flax is often used in making linen fabrics.

Лён часто используется для изготовления льняных тканей.

B1 noun /ˈhaʊshoʊld/

household

домохозяйство

Meaning

All the people living together in one house, considered as a unit.

Example

There are five people in our household.

В нашем домохозяйстве пять человек.

B2 noun /ˈtreɪ.tər/

Traitor

предатель

Meaning

a person who betrays someone or something, such as a friend, cause, or principle

Example

The spy was branded a traitor to his country after being caught.

Шпион был признан предателем своей страны после того, как был пойман.

C2 verb /ˈbɜːrnɪʃ/

burnish

полировать

Meaning

To polish something by rubbing; to enhance or improve.

Example

He burnished the old table until it shone.

Он отполировал старый стол, пока тот не заблестел.