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C1 adjective /ˈmeɪkˌʃɪft/

makeshift

временный
Meaning
used as a temporary substitute; improvised
Example
They used boxes as a makeshift table.
Они использовали коробки как временный стол.
A2 adverb /ˈmoʊstli/

Mostly

главным образом; преимущественно; обычно
Meaning
mainly; for the most part; usually
Example
The students are mostly from local schools.
Студенты в основном из местных школ.
C1 noun /ˈmɒnəʊˌkʌltʃər/

monoculture

монокультура
Meaning
The agricultural practice of growing only one type of crop over a large area and for many consecutive years, which can lead to increased vulnerability to pests and diseases.
Example
Monoculture can lead to soil depletion and increased pest vulnerability.
Монокультура может привести к истощению почвы и повышенной уязвимости к вредителям.
A1 modal verb, noun /meɪ/

may

может быть / май месяц
Meaning
Used to express possibility, permission, or uncertainty; also the name of the fifth month of the year.
Example
You may leave early if you finish your work.
Ты можешь уйти раньше, если закончишь свою работу.
B1 noun /ˈmeʒərmənt/

measurement

измерение
Meaning
the size, length, or amount of something, as determined by measuring
Example
The tailor took my waist measurement before stitching the suit.
Портной снял мою мерку для пояса перед тем, как сшить костюм.
B2 verb /ˌmɪsˈjuːz/

misuse

неправомерное использование
Meaning
To use something incorrectly or for the wrong purpose.
Example
Misusing social media profiles can harm relationships.
Неправильное использование профилей в социальных сетях может повредить отношения.
C1 noun /moʊˈzeɪɪk/

mosaic

мозаика
Meaning
A picture or pattern produced by arranging together small pieces of stone, tile, or glass.
Example
The church ceiling was decorated with a beautiful mosaic.
Потолок церкви был украшен красивой мозаикой.
C2 noun /ˈmuːn.biːm/

moonbeam

лунный луч
Meaning
A ray of light from the moon.
Example
A moonbeam lit up the quiet forest clearing.
Лунный луч осветил тихую поляну в лесу.
C1 adjective /moʊˈmentəs/

Momentous

важный
Meaning
of great importance or significance; having far-reaching consequences
Example
The signing of the peace treaty was a momentous occasion for both countries.
Подписание мирного договора было важным событием для обеих стран.
B2 noun /ˈmɔːl.tə/

Malta

Meaning
a sweet citrus fruit similar to orange, also known as blood orange or sweet orange
Example
Malta is a popular citrus fruit in Bangladesh known for its sweet taste and high vitamin C content.
C2 adjective /ˈmɪn.dʒi/

Mingy

скупой; зажиточный
Meaning
mean or stingy; unwilling to spend money
Example
He is too mingy to spend money on anything but necessities.
Он слишком скуп, чтобы тратить деньги на что-то, кроме необходимого.
C1 noun /məˈleɪz/

malaise

недомогание
Meaning
a general feeling of discomfort, illness, or unease whose exact cause is difficult to identify
Example
After the long journey, she felt a general malaise.
После долгого путешествия она почувствовала общее недомогание.
C1 noun /moʊld/

Mould

форма; плесень
Meaning
a hollow container used to give shape to molten material; fungus
Example
She poured chocolate into the mould to make candies.
Она залила шоколад в форму, чтобы сделать конфеты.
A2 noun /maʊθ/

Mouth

рот
Meaning
the opening in the face used for eating, drinking, speaking, and breathing
Example
Please open your mouth wide for the dentist to examine.
Пожалуйста, откройте рот широко, чтобы стоматолог мог осмотреть.
A2 noun /ˈmɒn.stər/

Monster

монстр; жестокий человек
Meaning
a large, ugly, and frightening imaginary creature; a cruel person
Example
The children were scared of the monster under the bed.
Дети боялись монстра под кроватью.
B2 noun /ˌmɪs.ʌn.dəˈstæn.dɪŋ/

Misunderstanding

недоразумение
Meaning
A failure to understand something correctly; a disagreement or confusion between people
Example
The argument was caused by a simple misunderstanding.
Спор был вызван простым недоразумением.
A2 noun, verb /ˈmætər/

matter

вопрос / значение
Meaning
A subject or situation under consideration; to be important.
Example
It doesn’t matter what others think.
Не важно, что думают другие.
B1 noun /məˈkænɪk/

mechanic

механик
Meaning
a person who repairs and maintains machines or vehicles
Example
The mechanic fixed the engine in less than an hour.
Механик отремонтировал двигатель менее чем за час.
C1 noun /ˈmoʊ.tər ˈlɔː.ri/

Motor lorry

грузовик с мотором
Meaning
a large motor vehicle used for transporting goods; truck
Example
The motor lorry delivered fresh vegetables to the market.
Моторный грузовик доставил свежие овощи на рынок.
A2 noun /ˈmærɪdʒ/

marriage

счастье
Meaning
The legally or formally recognized union of two people as partners in a personal relationship.
Example
Their marriage lasted for over thirty years.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
B2 noun ˈmɒn.ə.ki

monarchy

монархия
Meaning
A form of government with a monarch at the head, where supreme power is held by a single person such as a king or queen.
Example
The monarchy was abolished during the revolution.
Монархия была отменена во время революции.
B2 noun /ˈmɛtəfɔːr/

metaphor

счастье
Meaning
A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to something to which it is not literally applicable.
Example
Time is a thief is a common metaphor for how quickly life passes.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
C2 noun (plural) /ˌmæk.ɪˈneɪ.ʃənz/

machinations

интриги
Meaning
complicated and secret plans, often intended to cause harm
Example
The politician was brought down by his own machinations.
Политика был свергнут собственными интригами.
C1 noun /ˌmaʊntəˈnɪə/

mountaineer

альпинист
Meaning
A person who climbs mountains as a sport or profession.
Example
The mountaineer reached the summit after a long climb.
Альпинист достиг вершины после долгого подъема.
C1 noun /məˈmɛn.toʊ/

memento

сувенир
Meaning
An object kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event.
Example
She kept the ticket as a memento of their first concert together.
Она оставила билет как память о их первом концерте вместе.
A2 noun /ˈmeməri/

Memory

память
Meaning
The faculty by which the mind stores and remembers information
Example
She has an excellent memory for faces and names.
У неё отличная память на лица и имена.
C1 adjective /ˈmɜːki/

murky

мутный
Meaning
Dark, gloomy, and difficult to see through; obscure.
Example
We avoided swimming in the murky river.
Мы избегали плавать в мутной реке.
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.
C1 noun /ˌmʌltɪˈplɪsɪti/

multiplicity

множество
Meaning
A large number or variety of something.
Example
The project faced a multiplicity of challenges.
Проект столкнулся с множеством проблем.
C2 noun mɒnəˈtɑːskɪŋ

monotasking

выполнение одной задачи за раз
Meaning
The practice of dedicating oneself to a given task and minimizing potential interruptions until the task is completed or a significant period of time has elapsed.
Example
Monotasking can often lead to higher quality work.
Монотаскинг часто приводит к более качественной работе.
B2 verb /ˌmɪsbɪˈheɪv/

misbehave

плохо себя вести
Meaning
to behave badly or inappropriately; to act in an unacceptable way
Example
The children misbehaved during the school assembly.
Дети плохо себя вели во время школьного собрания.
B2 noun /məˈtʃʊrəti/

Maturity

зрелость
Meaning
The state of being mature; full development physically or emotionally
Example
With age comes wisdom and emotional maturity.
С возрастом приходит мудрость и эмоциональная зрелость.
C1 noun /ˈmæksɪm/

maxim

максима
Meaning
a short, well-known statement expressing a general truth or rule of conduct
Example
Honesty is a timeless maxim valued in every culture.
Честность — это вечная максима, ценимая во всех культурах.
B2 noun /ˈmaɪ.ɡrənt/

migrant

мигрант
Meaning
A person who moves from one place to another, especially to find work or better living conditions.
Example
Many migrants travel long distances to find employment.
Многие мигранты путешествуют на большие расстояния, чтобы найти работу.
C2 noun ˌmʌltɪˈfæsɪtɪd ˌɪnfərˈmeɪʃən ˈfreɪmwɜːrks

multifaceted information frameworks

многофункциональные информационные рамки
Meaning
Complex, comprehensive structures for organizing and managing information that have multiple aspects or dimensions.
Example
Digital literacy involves building multifaceted information frameworks.
Цифровая грамотность включает в себя создание многофункциональных информационных рамок.
C1 adjective /ˌmel.ənˈkɒl.ɪk/

Melancholic

грустный и задумчивый; выражать или чувствовать грусть
Meaning
sad and thoughtful; feeling or expressing sadness
Example
The melancholic music made everyone feel sad.
Меланхоличная музыка заставила всех почувствовать грусть.
C2 noun /ˈmæk.rəˌkɒz.əm/

macrocosm

макрокосм
Meaning
The whole universe considered as a large, complex system; a large-scale representation of something.
Example
The macrocosm of the universe reflects the microcosm of human life.
Макрокосм вселенной отражает микрокосм человеческой жизни.
B2 adjective /mæɡˈnɪfɪsənt/

magnificent

великолепный
Meaning
extremely beautiful, impressive, or splendid
Example
The view from the mountain was truly magnificent.
Вид с горы был по-настоящему великолепным.
B1 noun ˈmeʒ.ərz

measures

меры
Meaning
A plan or course of action taken to achieve a particular purpose.
Example
Mitigation measures focus on reducing emissions.
Меры смягчения направлены на снижение выбросов.
A2 noun /ˈmɛs.ɪdʒ/

Message

сообщение
Meaning
A written, spoken, or electronic communication sent from one person to another
Example
I received your message and will reply soon.
Я получил ваше сообщение и скоро отвечу.
C2 noun /ˈmaɪkrəˌkɒzəm/

microcosm

микрокосм
Meaning
A small, representative system having analogies to a larger system; a miniature version of something.
Example
The small town is a microcosm of the entire nation.
Маленький город — это микрокосм всей нации.
B2 noun /moʊd/

Mode

режим; способ
Meaning
a way or manner in which something occurs or is done; a setting
Example
The computer has a sleep mode to save energy.
Компьютер имеет режим сна для экономии энергии.
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 /mæʃ/

mash

помять
Meaning
to crush or mix food into a soft mass, usually by pressing or beating
Example
She mashed the potatoes before serving dinner.
она размяла картошку перед подачей ужина.
B2 verb /mɔːrn/

mourn

оплакивать
Meaning
To feel or express deep sadness or grief, especially because of someone's death.
Example
They gathered to mourn the loss of their friend.
Они собрались, чтобы оплакать потерю своего друга.
C1 adjective ˌmɒn.jʊˈmɛn.təl

monumental

огромного значения, масштаба или размера
Meaning
Great in importance, extent, or size; exceptionally great; forming or serving as a monument.
Example
The discovery of electricity was a monumental achievement.
Открытие электричества было монументальным достижением.
C1 noun mɪˈtɪkjʊləsnɪs

meticulousness

внимание к деталям
Meaning
Great attention to detail; very careful and precise.
Example
His meticulousness made the project successful.
Его метикулизм сделал проект успешным.
B1 verb /mɛlt/

melt

таять
Meaning
to change from solid to liquid due to heat; to disappear gradually
Example
The ice melted in the sun.
Лед растаял на солнце.
C2 noun /ˌmjuːtəˈbɪləti/

mutablility

мутабилинити (ошибка в написании)
Meaning
A misspelled form of 'mutability', meaning the quality of being changeable.
Example
The document contained the misspelled word 'mutablility' instead of 'mutability'.
Документ содержал слово с ошибкой 'mutablility' вместо 'mutability'.
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.
C1 adjective /ˈmɔːrbɪd/

morbid

ненормальный интерес к тревожным или неприятным темам
Meaning
Having an abnormal interest in disturbing or unpleasant subjects such as death or disease.
Example
She had a morbid fascination with crime stories.
У неё было мёрби́дное увлечение криминальными историями.
C2 noun /mɪˈsɑːdʒɪnɪst/

misogynist

мизогин
Meaning
A person who dislikes, despises, or is strongly prejudiced against women.
Example
Many condemned his speech as the words of a misogynist.
Многие осудили его речь как слова мизогина.
A2 noun /ˈmʌʃ.ruːm/

Mushroom

гриб
Meaning
a type of fungus that can be eaten, often used in cooking
Example
The pizza was topped with fresh mushrooms.
Пицца была украшена свежими грибами.
C2 noun /ˈmʌŋɡrəl/

mongrel

смешанная порода собак
Meaning
A dog of mixed breed; sometimes used to describe something mixed or of inferior quality.
Example
The stray dog was a friendly mongrel.
Бездомная собака была дружелюбным монгрелом.
A2 adjective /ˈmʌnθli/

monthly

ежемесячный
Meaning
happening, done, or published once a month
Example
Employees receive their salary on a monthly basis.
Сотрудники получают свою зарплату ежемесячно.
C1 noun /ˈmɪs.hæp/

Mishap

несчастье; случайность; происшествие
Meaning
An unlucky accident or unfortunate event, typically minor
Example
The cooking mishap resulted in a burnt dinner.
Кулинарная ошибка привела к сгоревшему ужину.
B1 noun /miːnz/

Means

средства; ресурсы; способ;
Meaning
An action or system by which a result is achieved; financial resources
Example
They don't have the means to afford such an expensive vacation.
У них нет средств, чтобы позволить себе такой дорогой отпуск.
C1 noun /ˌmiːdɪˈeɪʃən/

mediation

медиация
Meaning
Intervention between parties to promote reconciliation, settlement, or compromise.
Example
The mediation helped resolve the conflict between the two teams.
Медиация помогла разрешить конфликт между двумя командами.
C2 noun /ˈmɪstəs/

Mengra / Mystus

багридовый сом
Meaning
a genus of catfish found in Asia, commonly known as bagrid catfish
Example
The mystus fish is commonly found in rivers and streams of South Asia.
Рыба Mystus обычно встречается в реках и ручьях Южной Азии.
B2 adjective /ˈmɪθɪkəl/

Mythical

мифический
Meaning
existing only in myths or legends; imaginary or fictitious
Example
Dragons are mythical creatures that appear in many cultures.
Драконы — мифические существа, которые появляются в разных культурах.
C1 verb /mɑːrd/

marred

порчить
Meaning
to spoil or damage the quality or appearance of something
Example
The celebration was marred by bad weather.
Праздник был испорчен плохой погодой.
C1 noun /mɔːrˈfɑːlədʒi/

morphology

морфология
Meaning
the study of the form and structure of things, especially in language and biology
Example
Morphology studies the structure of words and how they are formed.
Морфология изучает структуру слов и то, как они формируются.
B2 adjective/noun /ˈmaɪ.nər/

minor

незначительный / несовершеннолетний
Meaning
less important, serious, or significant; a person under the legal age
Example
Luckily, the accident caused only minor injuries.
К счастью, авария привела только к незначительным травмам.
C2 adjective /ˌmɒnəkrəˈmætɪk/

monochromatic

Meaning
Consisting of or displaying only one color.
Example
The artist created a striking monochromatic painting in shades of blue.
C1 adjective ˈmær.ɪ.taɪm

Maritime

морской
Meaning
Connected with the sea, especially in relation to seafaring commercial or military activity.
Example
Maritime trade enhances the economy.
Морская торговля укрепляет экономику.
A2 noun /ˈmæstər/

Master

мастер; эксперт;
Meaning
A skilled practitioner of a particular art or activity; a teacher or expert
Example
Leonardo da Vinci was a master of both painting and sculpture.
Леонардо да Винчи был мастером в живописи и скульптуре.
B2 noun /ˈmɪsaɪl/ or /ˈmɪsəl/

missile

ракета
Meaning
a weapon that is self-propelled and directed toward a target
Example
The army launched a missile towards the enemy base.
Армия запустила ракету в сторону вражеской базы.
C2 noun /ˈmɛndɪkənt/

mendicant

попрошайка
Meaning
a beggar; a person who lives by asking for alms
Example
The mendicant asked for food at the monastery gate.
Попрошайка попросил еду у ворот монастыря.
C2 noun /ˈmæləprɒˌpɪzəm/

malapropism

малапропизм
Meaning
the mistaken use of a word in place of a similar-sounding one, often with amusing effect
Example
He is famous for his malapropism when speaking in public.
Он знаменит своим малапропизмом, когда говорит на публике.
C2 adjective /ˈmɪnətɔːri/

minatory

угрожающий
Meaning
Expressing a threat; menacing.
Example
The criminal gave the witness a minatory look.
Преступник бросил на свидетеля угрожающий взгляд.
C2 adjective /məˈlɪfluəs/

mellifluous

мелодичный
Meaning
Sweet or musical; pleasant to hear.
Example
The singer’s mellifluous voice enchanted the audience.
Мелодичный голос певца очаровал аудиторию.
B2 noun /moʊˈmɛn.təm/

momentum

импульс
Meaning
The quantity of motion of a moving body; the impetus and driving force gained by the development of a process or course of events.
Example
The company gained momentum after launching a new product.
Компания набрала импульс после запуска нового продукта.
A2 noun ˈmuːv.mənts

movements

движения
Meaning
Organized efforts by groups of people working together to advance their shared political, social, or artistic ideas.
Example
Freedom movements paved the way for independence.
Движения за свободу проложили путь к независимости.
A1 adverb /ˈmeɪbi/

maybe

может быть
Meaning
used to express possibility or uncertainty
Example
Maybe we will go to the park tomorrow.
Может быть, мы пойдем в парк завтра.
C2 noun /ˌmɪsˈnoʊmər/

misnomer

неправильное имя
Meaning
A wrong or inaccurate name or designation.
Example
Calling the tiny dog a 'giant' is a misnomer.
Называть маленькую собаку 'гигантом' — это неправильное имя.
C2 noun /məˈdɒn.ə/

madonna

мадонна (Дева Мария)
Meaning
An artistic representation of the Virgin Mary; also used as a respectful form of address for a woman in Italian culture.
Example
The Renaissance painting depicts a Madonna holding child Jesus.
Ренессансная картина изображает Мадонну, держащую младенца Иисуса.
C1 noun ˌmɒdɪfɪˈkeɪʃn

modification

модификация
Meaning
The action of making changes to something.
Example
The plan required modification.
План потребовал модификации.
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.
B1 noun /ˈmoʊ.ʃən/

Motion

движение; действие перемещения
Meaning
the action of moving or being moved; a formal proposal
Example
The car was in constant motion during the journey.
Машина была в постоянном движении во время путешествия.
C2 noun /ˌmæskəˈreɪd/

masquerade

вечеринка, на которой люди носят маски и костюмы
Meaning
a party or gathering where people wear masks and costumes; a false outward show
Example
The charity event was held as a grand masquerade.
Благотворительное мероприятие было проведено как большой masquerade.
B1 adverb /ˈmiːn.waɪl/

Meanwhile

тем временем
Meaning
at the same time; during the same period
Example
She was cooking dinner, meanwhile he was setting the table.
Она готовила ужин, тем временем он накрывал стол.
C2 adjective ˈmiː.ni.əl

menial

непрестижный
Meaning
Not requiring much skill and lacking prestige.
Example
He refused to do menial work.
Он отказался выполнять низкую работу.
C1 adjective /ˌmiː.diˈoʊ.kər/

mediocre

посредственный
Meaning
Of only average quality; not very good.
Example
The movie was entertaining but overall mediocre.
Фильм был увлекательным, но в целом посредственным.
A2 noun /ˈmiːnɪŋ/

Meaning

значение; цель
Meaning
What is meant by a word, text, or concept; significance or purpose
Example
The teacher explained the meaning of the difficult word to the students.
Учитель объяснил ученикам значение трудного слова.
B2 noun /ˈmæt.rəs/

Mattress

матрас
Meaning
a large rectangular pad for supporting the reclining body, used as or on a bed
Example
We bought a new mattress for our bedroom.
Мы купили новый матрас для нашей спальни.
C1 verb /məˈtɪərɪəlaɪz/

materialize

материализоваться
Meaning
To become real or actual; to appear suddenly or in a physical form.
Example
The opportunity he had been waiting for finally materialized.
Возможность, которой он ждал, наконец, материализовалась.
C1 adjective /ˈmæn.li/

Manly

мужественный; смелый; отважный
Meaning
having qualities traditionally associated with men; brave; courageous
Example
He showed manly courage during the crisis.
Он проявил мужество во время кризиса.
A1 noun /ˈmjuːzɪk/

music

музыка
Meaning
vocal or instrumental sounds combined to produce harmony, melody, or rhythm
Example
She loves listening to classical music.
Она любит слушать классическую музыку.
C1 noun /ˈmaɪlɪdʒ/

mileage

расход топлива
Meaning
The distance traveled in miles, or the fuel efficiency of a vehicle.
Example
This car gives excellent mileage on highways.
Этот автомобиль дает отличную топливную экономичность на шоссе.
B1 noun /mɑːsks/

masks

маска
Meaning
Coverings for all or part of the face, worn as a disguise, for protection, or for medical reasons.
Example
Masks can protect against polluted air.
Маски могут защитить от загрязненного воздуха.
C1 noun /ˈmɔːrtər/

mortar

смесь для связывания кирпичей / маленькая пушка
Meaning
a mixture used in building to bond bricks or stones together; also, a small cannon for firing shells
Example
The workers applied mortar between the bricks.
Рабочие нанесли раствор между кирпичами.
C2 noun /mɪf/

miff

маленькая ссора
Meaning
A petty quarrel or annoyance.
Example
They had a slight miff over the seating arrangement.
Они поссорились из-за расположения сидений.
C1 noun /mælˈpræktɪs/

Malpractice

небрежность
Meaning
Improper, illegal, or negligent professional behavior
Example
The surgeon was sued for malpractice after the failed operation.
Хирург был подан в суд за недобросовестную практику после неудачной операции.
B2 adjective məˈriːn

marine

морской
Meaning
Of, relating to, or characteristic of the sea; living or growing in the sea.
Example
Marine ecosystems are highly sensitive to human activity.
Морские экосистемы очень чувствительны к человеческой активности.
B1 verb /ˈmoʊtɪˌveɪt/

motivate

мотивировать
Meaning
to encourage or stimulate interest or enthusiasm for doing something
Example
The coach's speech motivated the team to win the championship.
Речь тренера мотивировала команду выиграть чемпионат.
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 noun /miːd/

mead

медовуха
Meaning
An alcoholic drink made from fermented honey and water.
Example
The Vikings were known to drink large amounts of mead during feasts.
Викинги были известны тем, что пили большое количество медовухи на пиршествах.
B2 noun /ˈmʌð.ər.hʊd/

Motherhood

материнство
Meaning
the state of being a mother; the qualities of a mother
Example
She embraced the joys and challenges of motherhood.
Она приняла радости и трудности материнства.
C2 adjective /məˈlɛfɪsənt/

maleficent

злой
Meaning
Causing harm or destruction, especially by supernatural means.
Example
The maleficent witch cursed the young princess.
Злая ведьма прокляла молодую принцессу.
A2 noun ˈmɛdɪsɪn

medicine

лекарство
Meaning
A compound or preparation used for the treatment or prevention of disease.
Example
Modern medicine has made great strides in treating diseases.
Современная медицина добилась значительного прогресса в лечении заболеваний.
C2 noun /meɪndʒ/

mange

чесотка
Meaning
a skin disease in animals caused by parasitic mites, leading to hair loss and sores
Example
The stray dog was suffering from mange.
Бродячая собака страдала от чесотки.
C2 noun /ˈmɒrəlɪst/

moralist

моралист
Meaning
A person who teaches or promotes moral principles and values.
Example
The author was known as a strict moralist in his writings.
Автор был известен как строгий моралист в своих произведениях.
B1 noun /ˈmʌðər ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ/

mother language

родной язык
Meaning
the first language a person learns from childhood; native language
Example
Children learn best when they are taught in their mother language.
Дети лучше учатся на родном языке.
B2 adjective /mɪsˈliːdɪŋ/

misleading

вводящий в заблуждение
Meaning
giving the wrong idea or impression
Example
The advertisement was misleading and gave false information.
Реклама была вводящей в заблуждение и дала ложную информацию.
C2 noun /moʊˈtɪləti/

motility

мобильность
Meaning
The ability of an organism or cell to move independently.
Example
The motility of sperm is crucial for successful fertilization.
Мотильность сперматозоидов важна для успешного оплодотворения.
B2 noun /ˈmeɪər/

mayor

мэр
Meaning
The elected head of a city, town, or municipality.
Example
The mayor announced a new policy to improve public transport.
Мэр объявил новую политику для улучшения общественного транспорта.
C1 noun /mɪˈlɪʃə/

militia

ополченцы
Meaning
a group of ordinary people who are trained to act as soldiers in emergencies
Example
The village formed a militia to defend against attacks.
Деревня сформировала милицию для защиты от нападений.
C1 adjective məˈdʒes.tɪk

Majestic

величественный
Meaning
Having impressive beauty, dignity, or grandeur; regal and stately in appearance.
Example
The majestic Himalayas stand tall against the sky.
Величественные горы Гималаев высоко возвышаются против неба.
C2 verb /ˈmɔːndər/

maunder

бессмысленно говорить
Meaning
To speak or move aimlessly and incoherently.
Example
He maundered on about his old memories.
Он бессмысленно говорил о своих старых воспоминаниях.
C1 noun /ˈmaɪkrəʊˌklaɪmæt/

microclimate

микроклимат
Meaning
The climate of a small, specific area that may differ from the general climate of the surrounding region, often influenced by local factors like terrain, vegetation, or buildings.
Example
A microclimate can have a significant impact on plant growth.
Микроклимат может оказать значительное влияние на рост растений.
B2 noun /ˈmɑːrbəl/

marble

счастье
Meaning
a hard, smooth stone used in building and sculpture, often white with colored lines
Example
The floor of the palace was made of white marble.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
B2 verb /ˈmɒdənaɪz/

modernize

модернизировать
Meaning
To adapt something to modern needs or styles; to update or improve.
Example
The company plans to modernize its IT infrastructure.
Компания планирует модернизировать свою ИТ-инфраструктуру.
C2 adjective /ˈmɛdəlsəm/

meddlesome

вмешивающийся
Meaning
fond of interfering in other people’s affairs
Example
She found her neighbor to be meddlesome and annoying.
Она посчитала своего соседа вмешивающимся и раздражающим.
C2 noun /ˈmɪlk pɒt/

Milk-pot

молочник
Meaning
a container specifically used for storing or serving milk
Example
She poured fresh milk from the milk-pot into her glass.
Она налила свежее молоко из молочника в свой стакан.
A1 noun /mɪlk/

Milk

молоко
Meaning
a white liquid produced by cows, goats, or other mammals, used as food
Example
Children need to drink milk for strong bones.
Дети должны пить молоко для крепких костей.
C2 verb /ˈmæŋɡəl/

mangle

изуродовать
Meaning
to severely damage or mutilate something, often by tearing or crushing
Example
The car was mangled in the accident.
Машина была изуродована в аварии.
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.
C2 noun /ˈmɛtələ(r)dʒi/

metallurgy

металлургия
Meaning
The science and technology of metals, including their extraction from ores and their processing.
Example
Metallurgy plays a vital role in industrial development.
Металлургия играет важную роль в промышленном развитии.
C2 adjective /ˈmiːzli/

measly

ничтожный
Meaning
contemptibly small or insignificant
Example
He was paid a measly sum for the hard work.
Ему заплатили ничтожную сумму за тяжёлую работу.
B2 noun /ˈmaɪnd.fʊl.nəs/

mindfulness

осознанность
Meaning
The basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we're doing.
Example
Mindfulness practices improve focus and emotional balance.
Практики осознанности улучшают фокусировку и эмоциональный баланс.
B2 adjective /ˈmɛtrɪk/

metric

метрический
Meaning
Relating to the metric system of measurement; also, a standard of measurement used to assess performance.
Example
The company tracks success using clear performance metrics.
Компания отслеживает успех, используя четкие показатели производительности.