C2 noun /mjuːˈlætoʊ/

mulatto

человек смешанной расы (устаревший и оскорбительный термин)

Meaning

an outdated and now offensive term historically used to describe a person of mixed white and Black ancestry

Example

The word 'mulatto' is now considered outdated and offensive.

Слово 'мулат' теперь считается устаревшим и оскорбительным.

C2 adjective ˌpɜː.spɪˈkeɪ.ʃəs

perspicacious

проницательный

Meaning

Having keen insight and understanding; showing acute mental discernment.

Example

The detective's perspicacious nature helped solve the mystery.

Проницательная природа детектива помогла раскрыть тайну.

C1 verb/noun ˈfæð.əm

fathom

понимать

Meaning

To understand after much thought; to measure the depth of water; to comprehend.

Example

It is difficult to fathom the depths of the ocean.

Трудно понять глубины океана.

C1 adjective /ˌæpəˈθɛtɪk/

apathetic

апатичный

Meaning

showing or feeling little or no interest, enthusiasm, or concern

Example

He was apathetic about the outcome of the match.

Он был безразличен к исходу матча.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈθɪŋkəbl/

Unthinkable

невообразимый

Meaning

impossible to conceive or imagine; beyond belief or consideration

Example

It was unthinkable that such a tragedy could happen in our peaceful town.

Было невообразимо, что такая трагедия может случиться в нашем мирном городе.

C2 verb /bɪˈleɪbə/

belabour

излишне подчеркивать

Meaning

to explain something repeatedly or with excessive detail; to criticize or attack verbally at length

Example

The teacher did not belabour the point once the students understood it.

Учитель не стал излишне подчеркивать этот момент, когда ученики его поняли.

B2 adverb /ʌnˈfɛərli/

unfairly

несправедливо

Meaning

In a manner that is not just, reasonable, or impartial

Example

He was treated unfairly by the committee.

С ним обращались несправедливо комитетом.

C1 noun /ɒnˈsɒmbəl/

ensemble

ансамбль, группа

Meaning

a group of things or people viewed as a whole, especially performers in music or theater

Example

The theater ensemble gave a spectacular performance.

Театральный ансамбль дал великолепное представление.

C1 noun /ˈtʌɡboʊt/

tugboat

буксир

Meaning

a small, powerful boat used for towing or pushing ships

Example

The tugboat guided the massive ship safely into the harbor.

Буксир проводил гигантский корабль безопасно в порт.

C1 verb rɪˈlɪŋ.kwɪʃ

relinquish

отказаться

Meaning

To give up any authority, responsibility, or property.

Example

He decided to relinquish his position as CEO.

Он решил отказаться от своей должности генерального директора.

C1 noun /fɔːrˈmæl.ə.ti/

Formality

формальность

Meaning

the rigid observance of rules of convention or etiquette; a thing done simply to comply with requirements

Example

The signing of the contract was just a formality; the deal was already agreed upon.

Подписание контракта было всего лишь формальностью; сделка уже была согласована.

C1 noun /mɒnˈtɑːʒ/

montage

монтаж

Meaning

A sequence of film editing or a composite image made by combining several separate pictures.

Example

The film opened with a montage of city life.

Фильм начался с монтажа городской жизни.

A2 noun/adjective /ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəl/

individual

индивид

Meaning

A single human being as distinct from a group; relating to one person.

Example

Each individual has the right to freedom of speech.

Каждое лицо имеет право на свободу слова.

A2 verb /ɪnˈvaɪt/

invite

пригласить

Meaning

to ask someone to come to an event or to do something

Example

We should invite all our friends to the party.

Мы должны пригласить всех наших друзей на вечеринку.

C1 noun sælˈveɪʃən

salvation

спасение

Meaning

Deliverance from sin and its consequences, believed by Christians to be brought about by faith in Christ.

Example

The story revolves around the theme of salvation.

История вращается вокруг темы спасения.

B1 verb /dɪˈfiːt/

Defeat

поражение

Meaning

to win a victory over; to overcome in battle or competition

Example

The army managed to defeat the enemy forces.

Армия смогла победить вражеские силы.

C2 noun /ˈlɔːrdlɪŋ/

lordling

молодой лорд

Meaning

A young or petty lord; someone of minor nobility.

Example

The arrogant lordling demanded respect despite his lack of experience.

Арогантный лордлинг требовал уважения, несмотря на его отсутствие опыта.

C2 noun /hæɡ/

Hag

ведьма

Meaning

an ugly old woman, especially a vicious or malicious one; a witch

Example

In the fairy tale, the wicked hag lived alone in a cottage deep in the forest.

В сказке злая ведьма жила одна в домике глубоко в лесу.

B1 verb /ˈfɛri/

ferry

перевозить на пароме

Meaning

to transport by boat; to carry back and forth

Example

The boat ferried passengers across the river.

Лодка перевезла пассажиров через реку.

C1 noun /kənˈfɔːrməns/

conformance

соответствие

Meaning

The act of conforming to a rule, standard, or law.

Example

The product was tested for conformance with safety standards.

Продукт был протестирован на соответствие стандартам безопасности.

A1 verb, adjective /kloʊz/ (verb), /kloʊs/ (adjective)

close

закрыть, рядом

Meaning

To shut something (verb); near in space or relationship (adjective).

Example

Please close the door when you leave.

Пожалуйста, закройте дверь, когда вы уходите.

A1 adverb /suːn/

Soon

скоро

Meaning

in a short time; before long; quickly

Example

The train will arrive soon.

Поезд скоро приедет.

B1 noun /ˈdʒɛntəlmən/

gentleman

джентльмен

Meaning

a man who is polite, courteous, and honorable

Example

He opened the door for her like a true gentleman.

Он открыл ей дверь, как настоящий джентльмен.

B1 noun /ˌkrɪstiˈænɪti/

christianity

христианство

Meaning

the religion based on the teachings of Jesus Christ

Example

Christianity has millions of followers around the world.

Христианство имеет миллионы последователей по всему миру.

B2 noun /ˈpaɪpˌlaɪn/

pipeline

трубопровод

Meaning

a long tube through which liquids or gases are transported

Example

The company is building a new pipeline to transport natural gas.

Компания строит новый трубопровод для транспортировки природного газа.

C2 noun /ˈpɛdəˌɡɒɡ/

pedagogue

учитель

Meaning

a teacher, especially a strict or formal one

Example

The old pedagogue insisted on discipline in the classroom.

Старый педагог настаивал на дисциплине в классе.

B2 adjective /ˈrɪtʃ.u.əl/

Ritual

ритуал

Meaning

relating to religious or ceremonial practices

Example

The wedding ceremony included many traditional ritual elements.

Свадебная церемония включала многие традиционные ритуальные элементы.

A2 verb /əˈlaʊ/

allow

разрешать

Meaning

to give permission for something to happen or someone to do something

Example

The teacher did not allow phones in class.

Учитель не разрешил телефоны в классе.

B2 noun əˈʃɔː.rəns

assurance

гарантия

Meaning

A positive declaration intended to give confidence; a promise.

Example

Assurance of quality is a priority for the council.

Гарантия качества является приоритетом для совета.

B1 adjective /ˈsʌm.wʌt/

Somewhat

немного; немного; умеренно

Meaning

to some extent; rather; moderately

Example

The movie was somewhat interesting but not great.

Фильм был немного интересным, но не великим.

A2 adjective /ˈplɛzənt/

pleasant

приятный, веселый

Meaning

giving a sense of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction

Example

We had a pleasant evening at the park.

Мы провели приятный вечер в парке.

B2 noun ˌɪnɪˈkwɒlɪti

inequality

неравенство

Meaning

Difference in size, degree, circumstances, etc.; lack of equality.

Example

The theme of inequality is prominent throughout the story.

Тема неравенства является важной в истории.

C2 adjective /ˈlɪsɪt/

licit

законный

Meaning

Permitted by law or by rules; legal.

Example

The trade of certain goods is licit under international law.

Торговля определенными товарами является легальной по международному праву.

C1 noun /ˈlaɪk.nəs/

Likeness

похожесть; сходство

Meaning

the fact or quality of being alike; resemblance; a portrait or representation

Example

The portrait shows a strong likeness to her grandmother.

Портрет показывает сильное сходство с её бабушкой.

A1 adverb /əˈraʊnd/

Around

вокруг; по всему; приблизительно

Meaning

in a circle; on all sides; in the vicinity; approximately

Example

Look around and you will see many beautiful flowers.

Оглянись вокруг, и ты увидишь много красивых цветов.

C2 noun /bɪˈtroʊðəl/

betrothal

обручение

Meaning

The formal engagement to be married.

Example

Their betrothal was announced to the whole village.

Их обручение было объявлено в деревне.

B1 verb /kənˈvɜːrt/

convert

преобразовать

Meaning

to change from one form to another; to transform

Example

We can convert this room into an office.

Мы можем преобразовать эту комнату в офис.

C2 verb (past tense, past participle), adjective /ˈhæmstrʌŋ/

hamstrung

парализованный или ограниченный

Meaning

crippled or severely restricted in movement or progress.

Example

The team was hamstrung by lack of resources.

Команда была ограничена нехваткой ресурсов.

B1 verb /ˈbɔːrdɪŋ/

boarding

посадка

Meaning

Getting on or into a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle.

Example

The explorers were boarding the ship at the port.

Исследователи садились на корабль в порту.

C1 noun prɪˈzɜː.və.tɪvz

preservatives

консервант

Meaning

A substance used to preserve foodstuffs, wood, or other materials against decay.

Example

Many processed foods contain harmful preservatives.

Многие переработанные продукты содержат вредные консерванты.

B1 verb /kənˈfɜːrm/

confirm

подтверждать

Meaning

to establish the truth, accuracy, or validity of something

Example

The hotel will confirm your reservation by email.

Отель подтвердит ваш заказ по электронной почте.

C1 noun /ˈbaɪoʊˌsfɪr/

Biosphere

биосфера

Meaning

the regions of the surface and atmosphere of the earth occupied by living organisms

Example

Climate change is affecting the entire biosphere.

Изменение климата влияет на всю биосферу.

C2 noun /ˈbaɪpɛd/

biped

двупалый

Meaning

An animal that walks on two feet.

Example

Humans are examples of biped creatures.

Люди — примеры двупалых существ.

B2 noun ˌnæv.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən

navigation

навигация

Meaning

The process or activity of accurately ascertaining one's position and planning and following a route.

Example

GPS technology has improved the navigation of self-driving cars.

Технология GPS улучшила навигацию автономных автомобилей.

C2 adjective /ˌseɪpiˈɛnʃəl/

sapiential

связанный с мудростью

Meaning

Relating to wisdom or knowledge, often in a religious or philosophical sense.

Example

The monk shared sapiential teachings with his students.

Монах поделился учениями, связанными с мудростью, со своими учениками.

C2 noun /ɪnˈhɪərəns/

inherence

неотъемлемость

Meaning

The state of being an essential or permanent part of something.

Example

The inherence of risk is part of every business venture.

Присутствие риска является неотъемлемой частью каждого бизнеса.

C1 noun /ˈhɑː.mɪdʒ/

Homage

почтение; уважение; дань

Meaning

special honor or respect shown publicly; tribute paid to someone in recognition of their merit

Example

The memorial service was a touching homage to the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives.

Мемориальная служба была трогательным почтением к храбрым солдатам, которые пожертвовали своими жизнями.

B2 adjective /ˈɪrɪteɪtɪd/

irritated

раздражённый

Meaning

feeling annoyed or impatient; having inflamed or sore physical condition

Example

She felt irritated by the constant noise outside her window.

Она была раздражена постоянным шумом.

C1 noun /plaɪt/

Plight

бедственное положение; трудная ситуация

Meaning

a dangerous, difficult, or unfortunate situation

Example

The refugees were in a desperate plight.

Беженцы находились в отчаянном положении.

A2 verb /smel/

smell

пахнуть

Meaning

to perceive odor through the nose; to have an odor

Example

The flowers smell sweet.

Цветы пахнут сладко.

C2 adjective /ˌhaɪpəˈdɜːrmɪk/

hypodermic

гиподермический

Meaning

relating to the region immediately beneath the skin; also refers to a type of needle or syringe used to inject drugs beneath the skin.

Example

The doctor used a hypodermic needle to administer the vaccine.

Доктор использовал гиподермическую иглу для введения вакцины.

C2 noun /mʌsk/

Musk

мускус

Meaning

a strong-smelling substance secreted by certain animals, used in perfumes and traditional medicine

Example

The perfume contained natural musk that gave it an exotic fragrance.

В парфюме был натуральный мускус, который придавал ему экзотический аромат.

C1 adjective,noun /kənˈtɪn.dʒənt/

contingent

зависимый / контингент

Meaning

dependent on something else; a group of people representing an organization

Example

Attendance is contingent on prior registration. / A contingent of students attended the conference.

Посещение зависит от предварительной регистрации. / Контингент студентов посетил конференцию.

A2 noun breɪn

brain

мозг

Meaning

The organ inside the head that controls thought, memory, feelings, and activity

Example

The brain can only focus on one thing at a time.

Мозг может сосредоточиться только на одной вещи за раз.

B2 noun /ˈtʃæpəl/

chapel

капелла

Meaning

A small church or a room used for Christian worship, often within a larger building.

Example

The couple got married in a small countryside chapel.

Пара поженилась в маленькой капелле в деревне.

C1 adjective /ˈpɪt.i.ləs/

pitiless

беспощадный

Meaning

showing no pity or compassion; cruel

Example

The pitiless ruler ignored the suffering of his people.

Беспощадный правитель игнорировал страдания своего народа.

B2 noun /ˈɪntərvəl/

interval

интервал

Meaning

a period of time between two events or points; a pause or break in activity

Example

There was a short interval between the two performances.

Между двумя выступлениями был короткий интервал.

A1 noun /ˈbɔɪˌfrɛnd/

boyfriend

бойфренд

Meaning

a man or boy that someone is having a romantic or close relationship with

Example

She introduced her boyfriend to her parents.

Она познакомила своего бойфренда со своими родителями.

B2 noun ˈkɛmɪkəl weɪst

chemical waste

химические отходы

Meaning

Waste material from industrial or laboratory processes that contains harmful chemicals.

Example

Chemical waste pollutes water bodies.

Химические отходы загрязняют водоемы.

C2 noun /ˈjuːzjuːfrʌkt/

usufruct

пользование

Meaning

The legal right to use and enjoy the benefits of someone else’s property without owning it.

Example

The tenant had the usufruct of the land but not its ownership.

Арендатор имел право на использование земли, но не на ее владение.

A2 verb /ˈkænsəl/

cancel

отменить

Meaning

to decide that something planned will not take place

Example

The flight was canceled due to heavy rain.

Рейс был отменен из-за сильного дождя.

C1 adverb ˌekspəˈnenʃəli

exponentially

экспоненциально

Meaning

At a rapidly increasing rate; growing or expanding very quickly and intensely.

Example

Internet adoption is growing exponentially worldwide.

Принятие интернета растет экспоненциально по всему миру.

C2 noun /ˈzel.ət/

zealot

фанатик

Meaning

A person who is fanatical and uncompromising in pursuit of their ideals.

Example

He was considered a zealot for his strict political views.

Его считали фанатиком из-за его строгих политических взглядов.

B2 noun /pʌntʃ/

Punch

пробойник

Meaning

a tool used for making holes or indentations in materials

Example

The carpenter used a punch to make holes in the leather.

Плотник использовал пробойник, чтобы сделать отверстия в коже.

C2 verb /ɛkˈskɔːrieɪt/

excoriate

резко критиковать

Meaning

To strongly criticize someone; to denounce severely.

Example

The critic excoriated the film for its poor script.

Критик раскритиковал фильм за его плохой сценарий.

A2 noun /ˈɡraʊnd flɔːr/

ground floor

первый этаж

Meaning

the floor of a building at ground level; the starting level of an organization or activity

Example

The grocery shop is located on the ground floor of the building.

Продуктовый магазин находится на первом этаже.

B2 noun ˈtempəreri ˈsetlmənts

temporary settlements

временные поселения

Meaning

Short-term or provisional housing or living arrangements.

Example

Temporary settlements will aid lunar exploration.

Временные поселения помогут исследованию Луны.

B2 noun /ˈklʌstər/

cluster

гроздь

Meaning

a group of similar things or people positioned close together

Example

The grapes grew in a tight cluster.

Виноград вырос в плотной грозди.

C1 adjective /ʌnˈmænɪdʒəbəl/

Unmanageable

неуправляемый; вне контроля

Meaning

difficult or impossible to control or handle

Example

The large class became unmanageable without proper supervision.

Большой класс стал неуправляемым без должного контроля.

A2 verb /ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒ/

encourage

поощрять

Meaning

to give support, confidence, or hope; to motivate

Example

Teachers should encourage students to ask questions.

Учителя должны поощрять студентов задавать вопросы.

A1 noun /kæn/

Can

жестяная банка

Meaning

a metal container for food or drink

Example

I opened a can of soup for lunch.

Я открыл банку супа на обед.

B2 noun /ˈdeb.riː/

debris

обломки

Meaning

Scattered pieces of waste or remains.

Example

Debris in the eyes causes irritation.

Обломки в глазах вызывают раздражение.

B2 noun /əˈvɔɪdəns/

avoidance

избегание

Meaning

the act of staying away from something; deliberate prevention of contact or confrontation

Example

Avoidance of difficult conversations can create bigger problems later.

Избегание трудных разговоров может позже создать большие проблемы.

A2 verb /reɪz/

raise

поднять / увеличить

Meaning

To lift or move something to a higher position; to increase; to bring up.

Example

She raised her hand to ask a question.

Она подняла руку, чтобы задать вопрос.

B2 noun ˈmoʊ.baɪl sɪˈkjʊr.ə.ti

mobile security

мобильная безопасность

Meaning

Protection of mobile devices and the data stored on them from security threats.

Example

Strong mobile security protects personal information.

Сильная мобильная безопасность защищает личную информацию.

B1 noun /poʊl/

pole

столб

Meaning

a long, slender, vertical object or structure, typically made of wood, metal, or another material

Example

They placed the flag on top of the pole.

Они поставили флаг на вершину столба.

C1 noun /ˈɪnkjʊˌbeɪtər/

incubator

инкубатор

Meaning

a device or environment that provides suitable conditions for eggs, cells, or infants to develop

Example

The premature baby was placed in an incubator for care.

Недоношенного ребенка поместили в инкубатор для ухода.

C2 noun /ˈrɛkjʊzənt/

recusant

непокорный

Meaning

a person who refuses to submit to authority or comply with rules

Example

The recusant opposed the new law.

Непокорный выступил против нового закона.

B1 adverb /ˈkʌmftəbli/

Comfortably

удобно

Meaning

in a comfortable manner; without difficulty or effort; with ease

Example

She was sitting comfortably in her favorite chair.

Она сидела удобно в своем любимом кресле.

B1 noun /ˈhaʊzɪŋ/

housing

жилище

Meaning

buildings or structures where people live; accommodation

Example

The government is working to provide affordable housing for everyone.

Правительство работает над тем, чтобы предоставить доступное жилье для всех.

B1 noun /ˈspiːʃiːz/

Species

вид; род

Meaning

a group of living organisms that can reproduce with each other; a type or kind

Example

The Amazon rainforest is home to thousands of animal species.

Амазонский дождевой лес является домом для тысяч видов животных.

B2 noun /ˈmɒlɪkjuːl/

molecule

молекула

Meaning

The smallest unit of a chemical compound that retains its chemical properties.

Example

A water molecule is made up of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.

Молекула воды состоит из двух атомов водорода и одного атома кислорода.

C1 adjective /ˈspɑːrtn/

spartan

спартанский

Meaning

showing simplicity and lack of luxury; austere

Example

He lived in a spartan room with just a bed and a chair.

Он жил в спартанской комнате с одной кроватью и стулом.

A2 adjective /ˈlʌki/

lucky

везучий

Meaning

having good fortune or favorable circumstances

Example

She felt lucky to have such supportive friends.

Она почувствовала себя везучей, имея таких поддерживающих друзей.

A1 noun /bɜːrd/

bird

птица

Meaning

a warm-blooded animal with feathers and wings that usually lays eggs and can often fly

Example

A bird was singing on the tree branch.

Птица пела на ветке дерева.

C1 noun /ˈkʌvənənt/

covenant

договор

Meaning

a formal agreement or promise, often legally binding

Example

The landlord and tenant signed a covenant to maintain the property.

Арендодатель и арендаторы подписали договор на сохранение собственности.

A2 noun /wiːl/

wheel

колесо

Meaning

a circular object that revolves on an axle and is used to move or carry things

Example

The wheel of the car broke down on the way.

Колесо машины сломалось по дороге.

C2 adjective /dɪˈrɪzəbl/

derisible

достойный насмешки

Meaning

deserving ridicule or mockery

Example

His excuse was so weak that it was plainly derisible.

Его оправдание было настолько слабым, что оно явно достойно насмешки.

C2 noun /ˈflætʃələns/

flatulence

скопление газа в пищеварительной системе

Meaning

the accumulation of gas in the digestive system; excessive gas in the stomach or intestines

Example

Eating beans can sometimes cause flatulence.

Поедание фасоли иногда может вызвать метеоризм.

B1 noun /ˌkwɒl.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

Qualification

квалификация; способность

Meaning

official record showing that someone has finished a training course or has necessary skills; condition or requirement

Example

She has the right qualifications for this engineering job.

У неё есть нужная квалификация для этой инженерной работы.

B2 verb, noun /ʃeɪv/

shave

брить

Meaning

To remove hair from the body, typically using a razor; the act of removing hair

Example

He likes to shave every morning before work.

Он любит бриться каждое утро перед работой.

C1 adverb /ˈeɪ.mi.ə.bli/

Amiably

дружелюбно, приветливо

Meaning

in a friendly and pleasant manner

Example

They discussed the issue amiably without any arguments.

Они обсуждали этот вопрос дружелюбно, без каких-либо споров.

A2 noun/verb /ˈɛɡzɪt/

exit

выход

Meaning

A way out of a place; the act of leaving.

Example

He quickly found the nearest exit during the fire drill.

Он быстро нашел ближайший выход во время тренировки по пожарной безопасности.

B2 noun /ɪnˈhæbɪtənt/

inhabitant

житель

Meaning

a person or animal that lives in a particular place

Example

The inhabitants of the village rely on farming for their livelihood.

Жители деревни зависят от сельского хозяйства для своего существования.

B2 verb /ˈnæreɪt/

narrate

рассказывать

Meaning

To tell a story or describe events, often in detail.

Example

She will narrate the events of her journey to the audience.

Она будет рассказывать о событиях своего путешествия аудитории.

C2 noun /ˈpeɪpəsi/

papacy

папство

Meaning

The office or authority of the Pope in the Roman Catholic Church.

Example

The papacy played a significant role in medieval European politics.

Папство сыграло важную роль в средневековой европейской политике.

B1 noun /ˈseɪ.ɪŋ/

Saying

пословица

Meaning

a well-known phrase that expresses something true about life; a proverb

Example

There's an old saying that practice makes perfect.

Есть старая пословица, что практика приводит к совершенству.

C2 verb /ˌsɜːrkəmˈnævɪɡeɪt/

circumnavigate

совершить кругосветное плавание

Meaning

to travel all the way around something, especially the earth

Example

Magellan was the first to circumnavigate the globe.

Магеллан был первым, кто совершил кругосветное плавание.

C1 noun /foʊ/

foe

враг

Meaning

an enemy or opponent

Example

The knight fought bravely against his foe.

Рыцарь сражался смело против своего врага.

B2 verb ɪnˈfɔːrsɪŋ

enforcing

применение

Meaning

To compel observance of or compliance with a law, rule, or obligation.

Example

Enforcing strict laws is necessary to prevent violations.

Применение строгих законов необходимо для предотвращения нарушений.

B1 noun /ˈbɪldər/

builder

строитель

Meaning

a person or company that constructs buildings or other structures

Example

The builder checked the site before starting the construction.

Строитель проверил участок перед началом строительства.

C1 verb /ˈstaɪfl/

stifle

подавить

Meaning

to prevent or restrain an action, idea, or emotion; to suffocate

Example

She tried to stifle a laugh during the serious meeting.

Она попыталась подавить смех во время серьезной встречи.

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 adjective /ˈnjuː.mər.ə.bəl/

Numerable

считаемый; числяемый

Meaning

capable of being counted; countable

Example

The stars in the sky are not numerable.

Звезды на небе не поддаются подсчету.

C1 noun /ɪmˈbɛzlmənt/

embezzlement

присвоение средств

Meaning

The act of dishonestly taking money or property entrusted to one's care.

Example

The accountant was arrested for embezzlement of company funds.

Бухгалтер был арестован за присвоение средств компании.

C1 noun /ˈpɜːrdʒəri/

perjury

лжесвидетельство

Meaning

The offense of willfully telling an untruth in a court after taking an oath.

Example

She was convicted of perjury after giving false evidence.

Ее осудили за лжесвидетельство после того, как она дала ложные доказательства.

C1 noun /lʌmp/

Lump

комок; кусок; сгусток

Meaning

a compact mass of a substance, especially one without a definite or regular shape

Example

She found a lump of sugar in the bowl.

Она нашла кусок сахара в чаше.

C1 verb /bɪˈɡɛt/

beget

порождать / создавать

Meaning

to bring about or give rise to; to father or produce

Example

Violence begets more violence.

Насилие порождает больше насилия.

C2 adverb /ˌɛkspəˈdɪʃəsli/

expeditiously

быстро и эффективно

Meaning

in a quick and efficient manner

Example

The application was processed expeditiously.

Заявка была обработана быстро и эффективно.

B2 noun /brɪŋk/

brink

край

Meaning

The edge or point just before a significant event or change.

Example

The company was on the brink of bankruptcy.

Компания была на грани банкротства.

C2 noun /ˈterəpɪn/

terrapin

небольшая пресноводная черепаха

Meaning

a small freshwater turtle, especially one found in North America

Example

The terrapin slowly crawled into the pond.

Тэра́пин медленно пополз в пруд.

C2 verb /ˈbraʊˌbiːt/

browbeat

запугивать / принуждать

Meaning

To intimidate or bully someone into doing something

Example

The lawyer tried to browbeat the witness.

Адвокат пытался запугать свидетеля.

B2 noun ˈsɛv.ən ˈwʌn.dərz

Seven Wonders

семь чудес света

Meaning

The seven most remarkable and famous structures in the world, representing architectural feats and cultural significance.

Example

The Seven Wonders of the world reflect human brilliance.

Семь чудес света отражают человеческое величие.

B2 verb /ɪnˈkwaɪər/

enquire

спрашивать

Meaning

to ask for information about something

Example

He enquired about the train schedule.

Он спросил о расписании поезда.

протеже

Meaning

a person who is guided and supported by an older and more experienced person

Example

The young artist was the protege of a famous painter.

Молодой художник был протеже известного художника.