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C2 noun /ˈluː.məˌnɛr.i/

luminary

выдающаяся личность
Meaning
A person who inspires or influences others, especially in a particular field.
Example
He is considered a luminary in the world of science.
Его считают выдающейся личностью в мире науки.
B2 noun /ˈkɑː.bən ˈfʊt.prɪnt/

carbon footprint

углеродный след
Meaning
The amount of carbon dioxide and other carbon compounds emitted due to the consumption of fossil fuels by a particular person, group, etc.
Example
Reducing carbon footprint is essential for combating climate change.
Снижение углеродного следа важно для борьбы с изменением климата.
B2 noun əˈmend.mənts

amendments

изменения
Meaning
Changes or additions made to improve a text, law, or constitution.
Example
Amendments reflect evolving public needs.
Изменения отражают развивающиеся общественные потребности.
C1 adverb /pɜːr ˈseɪ/

per se

само по себе
Meaning
By or in itself; intrinsically.
Example
The idea is not bad per se, but it needs improvement.
Идея сама по себе не плоха, но требует улучшений.
B2 noun /ˈbɛərɪŋ/

bearing

поведение / осанка
Meaning
a person's way of standing or moving; relevance or connection to something
Example
Her calm bearing impressed everyone in the room.
Её спокойная осанка впечатлила всех в комнате.
B2 noun /ˌɪntərˈfɪərəns/

interference

помеха
Meaning
the action of interfering with something
Example
The radio signal was disrupted due to interference from nearby electronics.
Радиосигнал был нарушен из-за помех от соседних электронных устройств.
B1 adjective /ˌælfəˈbɛtɪkəl/

alphabetical

алфавитный
Meaning
Arranged in the order of the letters of the alphabet.
Example
The names were listed in alphabetical order.
Имена были перечислены в алфавитном порядке.
B2 noun /ˌrɛvəˈleɪʃən/

revelation

откровение
Meaning
A surprising and previously unknown fact, especially one made known in a dramatic way.
Example
The book was full of shocking revelations about the politician.
Книга была полна шокирующих откровений о политике.
B2 adjective /ˈtʃuːzi/

choosy

придирчивый
Meaning
very careful in choosing; selective
Example
She is very choosy about the clothes she wears.
Она очень придирчива к одежде, которую носит.
A1 verb /rʌn/

run

бегать
Meaning
to move quickly on foot; to operate or function
Example
I run every morning for exercise.
Я бегаю каждое утро для упражнений.
A1 noun /ʃɒp/

shop

магазин
Meaning
a place where goods are sold to customers
Example
I need to go to the shop to buy some groceries.
Мне нужно идти в магазин, чтобы купить продукты.
C2 noun /lɔːŋ ɡɔːrd/

Long gourd

длинный кабачок
Meaning
an elongated green vegetable belonging to the cucumber family, used in cooking
Example
She sliced the long gourd thinly for the stir-fry dish.
Она нарезала длинный кабачок тонкими ломтями для жареного блюда.
B2 adjective /ˈrest.ləs/

Restless

беспокойный
Meaning
unable to rest or relax; constantly moving or fidgeting
Example
The child was restless during the long car journey.
Ребёнок был беспокойным во время долгой поездки на машине.
C2 noun /mæn əv wɔːr/

Man of war

военный корабль
Meaning
a warship; a naval vessel equipped with weapons for warfare
Example
The man of war sailed across the ocean to defend the coast.
Военный корабль пересёк океан, чтобы защитить побережье.
C1 noun /aɪˈtɪnərɛri/

itinerary

маршрут
Meaning
A planned route or schedule of a journey or trip.
Example
The travel agent gave us a detailed itinerary for our vacation.
Туристический агент дал нам подробный маршрут для нашего отпуска.
C2 verb /ˈɑːbdʒərˌɡeɪt/

objurgate

жестоко отчитывать
Meaning
to scold or rebuke severely
Example
The teacher objurgated the student for being dishonest.
Учитель сильно отчитал ученика за нечестность.
C1 noun prəˈtɛk.ʃə.nɪ.zəm

protectionism

протекционизм
Meaning
The theory or practice of shielding a country's domestic industries from foreign competition by taxing imports.
Example
The government's protectionism helped local businesses grow.
Протекционизм правительства помог местным компаниям расти.
C1 noun /ˈhɔːrtɪˌkʌltʃər/

horticulture

Meaning
The art or practice of garden cultivation and management.
Example
Horticulture plays a vital role in producing fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants.
C2 noun /ˈpɜr.kwɪ.zɪt/

Perquisite

привилегия
Meaning
an additional benefit or privilege given to an employee beyond their regular salary; a special right or advantage
Example
Company car was one of the perquisites of his executive position.
Автомобиль компании был одной из привилегий его исполнительной должности.
B1 noun ˈplæt.fɔːrmz

platforms

платформы, программные или аппаратные среды
Meaning
Computing environments where software applications can be developed and run.
Example
Different platforms offer diverse digital solutions.
Разные платформы предлагают различные цифровые решения.
A2 preposition /əˈpɒn/

upon

после
Meaning
on or immediately after
Example
Upon hearing the news, he rushed to the hospital.
После того как он услышал новость, он поспешил в больницу.
C2 verb /dɪˈsɛmbəl/

dissemble

притворяться
Meaning
to conceal one's true motives, feelings, or beliefs; to pretend
Example
He tried to dissemble his anger with a forced smile.
Он пытался скрыть свой гнев с помощью натянутой улыбки.
B1 adjective /ʃɛrd/

shared

общий
Meaning
used, done, or experienced by two or more people together
Example
They live in a shared apartment near the university.
Они живут в общей квартире рядом с университетом.
C1 noun /ˈrɒstrəm/

rostrum

подиум
Meaning
A raised platform for speakers, performers, or leaders.
Example
The politician delivered a speech from the rostrum.
Политик произнес речь с подиума.
C1 adjective /ˈliːf.ləs/

Leafless

без листьев; голый
Meaning
without leaves; bare
Example
The leafless trees looked bare in winter.
Деревья без листьев выглядели голыми зимой.
B1 adjective /ˌriːəˈlɪstɪk/

realistic

реалистичный
Meaning
having or showing a sensible and practical idea of what can be achieved or expected
Example
She gave a realistic estimate of the project's cost.
Она дала реалистичную оценку стоимости проекта.
A1 noun /lænd/

Land

земля; почва
Meaning
the part of the earth's surface that is not covered by water; an area of ground, soil, or earth
Example
The farmer worked hard to cultivate his land and grow healthy crops.
Фермер усердно работал, чтобы возделывать свою землю и выращивать здоровые культуры.
C2 verb /aɪˈdɒləˌtraɪz/

idolatrize

идолопоклонство
Meaning
To worship idols; to regard with excessive devotion or admiration.
Example
They began to idolatrize the statue as a deity.
Они начали идолизировать статую как божество.
B2 noun ˌdedɪˈkeɪʃn

dedication

преданность
Meaning
The quality of being dedicated or committed to a task or purpose; devotion.
Example
His dedication laid the foundation of Indian science.
Его преданность заложила основу индийской науки.
B2 noun /kəˈrɪz.mə/

charisma

харизма
Meaning
Compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others.
Example
His charisma helped him become a great leader.
Его харизма помогла ему стать великим лидером.
A2 noun /ʃer/

Share

доля
Meaning
a portion of something; a part or portion of a larger amount
Example
Each partner received an equal share of the company profits.
Каждый партнер получил равную долю от прибыли компании.
B2 noun /ɪnˈspɛktər/

inspector

инспектор
Meaning
An official employed to ensure regulations are obeyed or standards are met.
Example
The inspector carefully checked the restaurant's kitchen for hygiene standards.
Инспектор тщательно проверил кухню ресторана на соответствие санитарным стандартам.
B2 noun /mæt/

Mat

коврик
Meaning
a piece of coarse material placed on a floor for people to wipe their feet on
Example
Please wipe your feet on the mat before entering.
Пожалуйста, протрите свои ноги о коврик перед входом.
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.
B2 noun /ˈʃɛərˌhoʊldər/

shareholder

акционер
Meaning
an individual or organization that owns shares in a company
Example
Each shareholder has the right to vote at the annual meeting.
Каждый акционер имеет право голосовать на ежегодном собрании.
C1 noun /əˈdʒɪl.ɪ.ti/

agility

ловкость
Meaning
Ability to work quickly and easily, both physically and mentally.
Example
Mental agility is essential for problem-solving.
Ментальная ловкость необходима для решения проблем.
B2 verb /trɛk/

trek

долгий поход
Meaning
to go on a long, difficult journey, especially on foot
Example
They trekked across the mountains for three days.
Они шли через горы три дня.
C1 noun, verb /ˈliːvər/ or /ˈlɛvər/

lever

рычаг, жесткий стержень
Meaning
a rigid bar used to move or lift heavy objects; to move something using leverage.
Example
He used a lever to lift the heavy stone.
Он использовал рычаг, чтобы поднять тяжелый камень.
B2 verb /prɪˈzjuːm/

presume

предполагать
Meaning
To suppose something is true without proof; to take for granted.
Example
I presume she has already left for the meeting.
Я предполагаю, что она уже ушла на встречу.
B2 noun /dʒɔː/

Jaw

челюсть
Meaning
either of the two bones forming the framework of the mouth in most vertebrates
Example
She broke her jaw in the accident.
Она сломала челюсть в аварии.
C2 adjective /krʌˈsteɪʃəs/

crustaceous

с жесткой оболочкой
Meaning
relating to or having a hard shell like a crustacean
Example
The scientist studied the crustaceous fossils.
Учёный изучал окаменелости с жесткой оболочкой.
C1 noun trænˈsɛndəns

transcendence

трансценденция
Meaning
Existence or experience beyond the normal or physical level.
Example
The artist's work was a symbol of transcendence in creativity.
Работа художника была символом трансценденции в творчестве.
B2 noun /ˌɪnstəˈbɪləti/

instability

нестабильность
Meaning
lack of stability or balance; tendency to change, fail, or collapse easily
Example
Political instability has slowed economic growth in the region.
Политическая нестабильность замедлила экономический рост в регионе.
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.
B2 noun /ˈswiː.pər/

Sweeper

метельщик
Meaning
a person whose job is to clean floors and streets by sweeping
Example
The sweeper cleaned the school corridor every morning.
Метла чистила коридор школы каждое утро.
C1 noun /rʌk/

Ruck

толкотня; беспорядочная толпа
Meaning
a situation where a crowd of people are pushing against each other; a disorderly crowd
Example
There was a ruck at the football match.
На футбольном матче была толкотня.
B2 adjective /dɪˈvɔːrst/

divorced

разведенный
Meaning
No longer married because the marriage has been legally dissolved.
Example
She has been divorced for five years.
Она разведена уже пять лет.
B1 noun /ˌsiːiːˈoʊ/

ceo

генеральный директор
Meaning
The highest-ranking person in a company, responsible for overall management.
Example
The CEO announced a new strategy for the company.
Генеральный директор объявил новую стратегию для компании.
A2 noun /ˈmɪr.ər/

Mirror

зеркало
Meaning
a reflective surface that shows an image of whatever is in front of it
Example
She looked at herself in the mirror.
Она посмотрела на себя в зеркало.
C1 noun ˌmɪt.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən

mitigation

смягчение
Meaning
The action of reducing the severity, seriousness, or painfulness of something.
Example
Mitigation of climate change requires collective effort.
Смягчение последствий изменения климата требует совместных усилий.
C2 noun /ˈsɛm.ɪ.nɛr.i/

seminary

семинария
Meaning
A school or college for training priests, ministers, or rabbis.
Example
He decided to enroll in a seminary to study theology.
Он решил записаться в семинарию, чтобы изучать теологию.
B2 noun /ɪnˈfɪnɪti/

infinity

бесконечность
Meaning
A concept describing something without any limit or end.
Example
The universe seems to stretch into infinity.
Вселенная, похоже, растягивается в бесконечность.
B2 noun /ɪkˈspəʊʒər/

exposure

экспозиция
Meaning
the state of being exposed to contact with something, especially harmful
Example
Prolonged exposure to the sun can damage your skin.
Длительное воздействие солнечного света может повредить вашу кожу.
B2 noun /nʌn/

Nun

монахиня
Meaning
a woman who has taken vows in a religious order and lives in a convent
Example
The nun taught at the local Catholic school.
Монахиня преподавала в местной католической школе.
C1 noun /ˈmæk.ər.əl/

Mackerel

скумбрия
Meaning
a streamlined marine fish with a forked tail and wavy stripes
Example
Mackerel is rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
Скумбрия богата омега-3 жирными кислотами.
B1 noun ˈkɒnsept

concept

концепция
Meaning
An abstract idea or general notion
Example
The concept of chasing two rabbits teaches focus.
Концепция преследования двух кроликов учит фокусу.
A2 noun /kraʊd/

crowd

толпа
Meaning
a large number of people gathered together
Example
A huge crowd gathered to watch the concert.
Огромная толпа собралась, чтобы посмотреть концерт.
C2 verb /ˈflædʒəˌleɪt/

flagellate

хлестать или флагелировать кого-то как форму наказания или самообучения
Meaning
to whip or flog someone, either literally or as a form of punishment or self-discipline
Example
In history, some monks would flagellate themselves as penance.
В истории некоторые монахи подвергались флагелляции как покаяние.
B2 adjective ɪˈmɜː.sɪv

immersive

иммерсивный
Meaning
Providing, involving, or characterized by deep absorption or immersion in something.
Example
Virtual reality creates an immersive learning environment.
Виртуальная реальность создает иммерсивную образовательную среду.
B2 noun ˌɪn.təˈven.ʃən

intervention

вмешательство
Meaning
The action or process of intervening; involvement in a situation to improve or help it.
Example
The intervention of the UN was crucial in resolving the conflict.
Вмешательство ООН сыграло решающую роль в разрешении конфликта.
B1 noun /ˈɡæðərɪŋ/

gathering

собрание
Meaning
a meeting or assembly of people for a particular purpose
Example
We attended a family gathering last weekend.
Мы участвовали в семейном собрании в прошлые выходные.
B2 noun /ˈdʒiː.ni.əs/

Genius

гений
Meaning
exceptional intellectual or creative power or other natural ability; a person who has such ability
Example
Einstein was recognized as a genius for his groundbreaking contributions to physics.
Эйнштейн был признан гением за свои революционные вклады в физику.
C2 noun /ˈθiːɪzəm/

theism

теизм
Meaning
Belief in the existence of a god or gods, especially a creator who intervenes in the universe.
Example
Theism is central to many world religions.
Теизм является центральным в многих мировых религиях.
B2 noun /ˌmedɪˈkeɪʃən/

medication

лекарство
Meaning
a drug or other form of medicine used to treat or prevent disease
Example
The doctor prescribed medication for his headache.
Доктор прописал лекарство от головной боли.
C2 noun /kɒˈkeɪd/

cockade

ленточная розетка
Meaning
a rosette or knot of ribbon, usually worn on a hat as a badge of office or party
Example
The soldier wore a red cockade on his cap.
Солдат носил красную ленточную розетку на своей кепке.
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.
C2 noun /ˈɡræfaɪt/

graphite

графит
Meaning
a soft, black form of carbon used in pencils and as a lubricant
Example
The artist sketched the portrait using a graphite pencil.
Художник нарисовал портрет карандашом с графитом.
B2 noun /fluːt/

Flute

флейта
Meaning
a musical wind instrument with holes along its length that is played by blowing across a hole at one end
Example
He played a sweet melody on his flute.
Он сыграл сладкую мелодию на своей флейте.
C2 noun /ˈkwaɪəˌtuːd/

quietude

тишина
Meaning
A state of stillness and tranquility.
Example
She enjoys the quietude of the countryside.
Она наслаждается тишиной деревни.
B2 adjective /pəˈluː.tɪd/

polluted

загрязнённый
Meaning
Contaminated with harmful or poisonous substances.
Example
Polluted air causes severe health problems.
Загрязнённый воздух вызывает серьёзные проблемы со здоровьем.
C1 verb /ɪˈdʒɛkt/

eject

выгнать
Meaning
to force someone or something out, usually from a place or position
Example
The referee had to eject the player for unsportsmanlike behavior.
Арбитр должен был выгнать игрока за антиспортивное поведение.
C1 adjective /ɪkˈstɛnjueɪtɪŋ/

extenuating

смягчающий
Meaning
serving to make a fault or an offense seem less serious
Example
She asked for leniency due to extenuating circumstances.
Она попросила снисхождения из-за смягчающих обстоятельств.
A2 adjective /ˈhɛl.θi/

healthy

здоровый
Meaning
Good physical and mental condition, free from disease or illness.
Example
Regular exercise and a balanced diet keep the body healthy.
Регулярные упражнения и сбалансированное питание поддерживают тело здоровым.
C1 noun /ˈæmpɛər/

ampere

ампер
Meaning
A unit of electric current in the International System of Units (SI), symbolized as A.
Example
The current flowing through the wire is measured in amperes.
Ток, протекающий через провод, измеряется в амперах.
C1 noun ˌhaɪ.droʊˈpɒn.ɪks

hydroponics

гидропоника
Meaning
Growing plants using nutrient-rich water instead of soil.
Example
Hydroponics allows crops to grow without soil.
Гидропоника позволяет культурам расти без почвы.
C2 verb /ˌpriːɪˈstæblɪʃ/

preestablish

предустановить
Meaning
To establish or set up beforehand.
Example
Certain rules were preestablished before the meeting.
Некоторые правила были предустановлены до встречи.
C1 verb /əˈtɛst/

attest

засвидетельствовать
Meaning
To provide or serve as clear evidence of; to confirm or certify the truth of something.
Example
The witness attested to the accuracy of the report.
Свидетель засвидетельствовал точность отчета.
B2 noun /ˈnɒvəlɪst/

novelist

писатель романов
Meaning
a person who writes novels
Example
The novelist spent years writing his new book.
Новелист провел годы, написав свою новую книгу.
C1 noun /kwɜːrk/

Quirk

привычка; странность
Meaning
a peculiar behavioral habit; an unexpected turn or twist
Example
Her quirk of always wearing mismatched socks made her unique.
Ее странность всегда носить разные носки делала ее уникальной.
B2 verb /ˈkɒm.plɪ.keɪt/

complicate

усложнять
Meaning
To make something more difficult or confusing.
Example
The new rules will only complicate the process.
Новые правила только усложнят процесс.
C1 noun /ˌiː.kwɪˈlɪb.ri.əm/

equilibrium

равновесие
Meaning
A state of physical balance or stability in physical, mental, or economic conditions.
Example
The market reached an equilibrium between supply and demand.
Рынок достиг равновесия между спросом и предложением.
A2 noun /fæn/

Fan

поклонник; фанат; вентилятор
Meaning
a person who has a strong interest in or admiration for a particular person or thing; a device for creating air current
Example
She is a huge fan of classical music and attends every concert in the city.
Она большой фанат классической музыки и посещает каждый концерт в городе.
A2 adverb /ˈsʌd.ən.li/

Suddenly

внезапно
Meaning
quickly and without warning; unexpectedly
Example
The car suddenly stopped in the middle of the road.
Машина внезапно остановилась посреди дороги.
C1 noun /ˈsɪtrɪk ˈæsɪd/

Citric Acid

цитрусовая кислота
Meaning
a natural acid found in citrus fruits, used as a food preservative and flavoring agent
Example
Add a pinch of citric acid to preserve the color of the fruit jam.
Добавьте щепотку цитрусовой кислоты, чтобы сохранить цвет фруктового варенья.
C1 noun /ˈpæl.ə.tə.bəl miːt/

Palatable meat

вкусное мясо
Meaning
Meat that is pleasant to taste; appetizing meat dish
Example
The chef prepared palatable meat dishes for the dinner party.
Шеф-повар приготовил вкусные мясные блюда для ужина.
A2 adjective /ˈfæstɪst/

fastest

самый быстрый
Meaning
moving or capable of moving at the highest speed
Example
Usain Bolt is the fastest runner in the world.
Усейн Болт — самый быстрый бегун в мире.
B1 noun /ʃɑːrk/

Shark

акула
Meaning
a large marine fish with sharp teeth and a cartilaginous skeleton
Example
The shark is a powerful predator of the ocean.
Акула — мощный хищник океана.
A2 adjective /ˈnɔːti/

naughty

озорной
Meaning
Disobedient or mischievous, often in a playful or mildly bad way.
Example
The naughty child drew on the walls with crayons.
Озорной ребенок рисовал на стенах мелками.
C2 noun /ˈpɪnəs/

pinnace

маленькая лодка
Meaning
a small boat, often carried by a larger ship
Example
The sailors used a pinnace to reach the shore.
Моряки использовали маленькую лодку, чтобы добраться до берега.
C1 adjective /dɪˈspɜːrst/

dispersed

распространённый
Meaning
Scattered or spread across a wide area.
Example
The dispersed population made it difficult to provide public services.
Распределённое население усложнило предоставление общественных услуг.
A2 noun /ˈdrɑː.mə/

drama

драма
Meaning
a play for theater, radio, or television, or an exciting or emotional situation
Example
She loves watching historical drama series.
Она любит смотреть исторические драмеди-сериалы.
A1 adjective /jʌŋ/

Young

молодой; недавний
Meaning
having lived for a short time; not old; recent
Example
The young tree needs more water to grow.
Молодое дерево нуждается в большем количестве воды для роста.
C1 adjective /dæft/

daft

тупой
Meaning
Silly or foolish.
Example
It was a daft idea to go hiking without water.
Это была тупая идея идти в поход без воды.
C2 noun /ˈænʒənuː/

ingenue

невинная молодая женщина
Meaning
an innocent, naïve young woman, especially as represented in literature or theater
Example
She played the role of the ingénue in the play with great charm.
Она сыграла роль невинной молодой женщины в пьесе с большим обаянием.
A1 adverb /ˈɔːfən/

often

часто
Meaning
frequently, many times
Example
I often visit my grandparents on weekends.
Я часто посещаю своих бабушку и дедушку на выходных.
B1 verb /spred/

spread

распространять
Meaning
to extend over a larger area; to distribute; to apply
Example
The news spread quickly through the town.
Новости быстро распространились по городу.
B1 noun /ˌprezənˈteɪʃən/

presentation

презентация
Meaning
The manner or style in which something is given, offered, or displayed.
Example
The presentation of the new product was well received.
Презентация нового продукта была хорошо принята.
C2 adjective /ˈɪndələnt/

indolent

ленивый
Meaning
Wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy.
Example
The indolent cat slept in the sun all afternoon.
Ленивый кот спал на солнце весь день.
C2 noun /ˌɪmprəˈpraɪəti/

impropriety

неприличие
Meaning
Failure to observe standards of honesty or modesty; improper behavior.
Example
The politician was accused of financial impropriety.
Политика обвинили в финансовом неприличии.
C1 noun /ˈpɛdɪɡriː/

pedigree

родословная
Meaning
the recorded ancestry or lineage of a person, family, or animal; the history or origin of something
Example
The dog has a pedigree that traces back several generations.
У собаки есть родословная, которая отслеживает несколько поколений назад.
C1 verb /riːˈfɜːrbɪʃ/

refurbish

обновить
Meaning
To renovate or redecorate something, especially a building.
Example
The company decided to refurbish its old office.
Компания решила обновить свой старый офис.
B2 adjective /ˈstɑːrtəld/

startled

испуганный
Meaning
suddenly shocked or surprised by something unexpected
Example
She was startled by the loud noise outside.
Она испугалась от громкого шума снаружи.
C2 noun /ˈrɪp.lɪt/

ripplet

маленькая волна
Meaning
a small or tiny ripple
Example
Tiny ripplets appeared on the lake as the fish moved.
Маленькие волны появились на озере, когда рыба двигалась.
A1 noun /zuː/

Zoo

зоопарк
Meaning
an establishment that maintains a collection of wild animals for study, conservation, or display to the public
Example
We visited the zoo to see the lions and elephants.
Мы посетили зоопарк, чтобы увидеть львов и слонов.
C2 noun /ˌhaɪpəˈkɒndrɪæk/

hypochondriac

ипохондрик
Meaning
a person who is excessively worried about having a serious illness
Example
She is a hypochondriac who visits the doctor every week.
Она ипохондрик, которая каждую неделю ходит к врачу.
B2 noun /kənˈfɛʃən/

confession

признание
Meaning
a statement admitting that one is guilty of a crime or has done something wrong
Example
The suspect made a full confession to the police.
Подозреваемый дал полное признание полиции.
C1 noun /dɪˈmiːnər/

demeanour

поведение
Meaning
a person's outward behavior or appearance
Example
Her calm demeanour impressed everyone during the meeting.
Ее спокойное поведение произвело впечатление на всех во время встречи.
C1 adverb /ˌɪnsɪˈdɛntəli/

incidentally

кстати
Meaning
by the way; used to introduce a remark not directly related to the main subject
Example
Incidentally, did you know that she studied in Paris?
Кстати, ты знал, что она училась в Париже?
B2 noun /ˈhaɪəˌrɑːrki/

hierarchy

иерархия
Meaning
A system in which people or things are arranged in levels of importance or authority.
Example
The corporate hierarchy determines who makes the final decision.
Корпоративная иерархия определяет, кто принимает окончательное решение.
C1 verb pleɪɡd

plagued

поражённый
Meaning
Troubled or afflicted persistently by problems or difficulties.
Example
People are plagued by anxiety and depression.
Люди страдают от тревоги и депрессии.
B2 noun ˈflæʃkɑːrdz

flashcards

карты для обучения
Meaning
Cards containing small amounts of information, held up for students to see, as an aid to learning.
Example
Flashcards help in quick memorization.
Флешкарты помогают в быстром запоминании.
B1 noun ˈtaɪmər

timer

таймер
Meaning
An automatic mechanism for activating a device at a preset time; a device that measures time intervals.
Example
He set the timer for 30 minutes to complete the task.
Он установил таймер на тридцать минут, чтобы выполнить задачу.
B1 noun /ɪnˈɡeɪdʒ.mənt/

engagement

вовлеченность, участие
Meaning
The action of engaging or being engaged; participation or involvement.
Example
Social media engagement helps brands connect with their audience.
Вовлеченность в социальные сети помогает брендам устанавливать связь с их аудиторией.
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 /əˈrɛstɪŋ/

arresting

поразительный
Meaning
Attracting attention in a striking or impressive way.
Example
The actress gave an arresting performance.
Актриса дала поразительное выступление.
C1 noun /ˈplæn.teɪn ˈflaʊ.ər/

Plantain flower

цветок банана-платана
Meaning
The flower bud of a banana plant, used as a vegetable in cooking
Example
We cooked plantain flower curry for dinner.
Мы приготовили карри из цветка банана-платана на ужин.
B2 verb /ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnd/

comprehend

понимать
Meaning
to understand or grasp the meaning of something
Example
It is difficult to comprehend the scale of the disaster.
Трудно понять масштаб катастрофы.
C2 verb /bɪˈtaɪd/

betide

случаться
Meaning
to happen or occur, usually of something that befalls someone
Example
Woe betide anyone who breaks the rules.
Тот, кто нарушает правила, понесет последствия.
C1 verb /lʌl/

lull

успокаивать
Meaning
to soothe or calm; to cause to sleep or rest
Example
The gentle music lulled the baby to sleep.
Нежная музыка убаюкала малыша.
C1 noun /ˈsɜːrəɡət/

surrogate

суррогат
Meaning
A substitute, especially a person deputizing for another in a specific role or office.
Example
The surrogate mother gave birth to the child after carrying it for nine months.
Суррогатная мать родила ребенка после того, как выносила его девять месяцев.
B1 noun /ɪnˈstrʌktər/

instructor

инструктор
Meaning
A person who teaches a subject or skill.
Example
The driving instructor was very patient with new learners.
Инструктор по вождению был очень терпелив с новыми учениками.