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C2 noun /ˈɑb.lə.kwi/

Obloquy

жестокая критика или словесное оскорбление; публичное осуждение
Meaning
harsh criticism or verbal abuse; strong public condemnation
Example
The politician faced obloquy after the scandal.
Политик столкнулся с облоквием после скандала.
B1 noun, verb /dʒeɪl/

jail

тюрьма
Meaning
A place for the confinement of people accused or convicted of a crime; to imprison.
Example
The thief was sent to jail for stealing.
Вора отправили в тюрьму за кражу.
C1 adjective /læks/

lax

небрежный, расслабленный
Meaning
Not strict, severe, or careful; negligent or careless.
Example
The security at the airport was surprisingly lax.
Безопасность в аэропорту была удивительно нестрогой.
C1 verb /dɪˈfjuːz/

diffuse

распространять
Meaning
to spread over a wide area or among a large number of people
Example
The smell of fresh bread diffused through the entire house.
Запах свежего хлеба распространился по всему дому.
C2 noun /ˈmoʊlər/

molar

моляр
Meaning
A large tooth at the back of the mouth used for grinding food.
Example
The dentist had to extract his wisdom molar.
Стоматологу пришлось извлечь его зуб мудрости.
C1 adjective /təˈrɛstriəl/

terrestrial

земной
Meaning
Relating to the Earth or land as opposed to the sea or air; living or growing on land.
Example
Humans are terrestrial beings who live on land.
Люди — земные существа, которые живут на земле.
B2 noun /koʊl/

coal

уголь
Meaning
a black or dark brown rock used as fuel, formed from decomposed plant matter
Example
The factory still uses coal as its main source of energy.
Фабрика все еще использует уголь в качестве основного источника энергии.
B1 adjective /ʌnˈnoʊn/

Unknown

неизвестный
Meaning
not known or identified; unfamiliar
Example
The author of this letter remains unknown.
Автор этого письма остается неизвестным.
C2 adjective /dɪˈspjuːtəbl/

Disputable

спорный; сомнительный
Meaning
open to debate or argument; questionable
Example
The facts in the case are disputable and need further investigation.
Факты в деле спорны и требуют дополнительного расследования.
C1 noun ˌsɛn.trə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

centralization

централизация
Meaning
The concentration of control and decision-making power in a central authority.
Example
Excessive centralization can slow down decision-making.
Чрезмерная централизация может замедлить процесс принятия решений.
C2 noun /fækˈsɪmɪli/

facsimile

копия
Meaning
an exact copy or reproduction of a document
Example
He sent a facsimile of the contract to the client.
Он отправил клиенту факсимиле контракта.
A1 noun /ˈswɪmɪŋ/

swimming

плавание
Meaning
the activity or sport of moving through water using the limbs
Example
Swimming is a great way to stay fit and healthy.
Плавание — отличный способ оставаться в форме и здоровым.
C1 verb /ˌmɪsˈpleɪs/

misplace

положить не на место
Meaning
To put something in the wrong location and temporarily lose it.
Example
I often misplace my keys when I am in a hurry.
Я часто теряю свои ключи, когда спешу.
C2 noun /poʊˈzɜːr/

poseur

Meaning
A person who pretends to be something they are not, often to impress others.
Example
Many considered him a poseur because he exaggerated his accomplishments.
A2 noun /səˈluː.ʃən/

Solution

решение; ответ; жидкая смесь
Meaning
an answer to a problem; a liquid mixture
Example
We need to find a solution to this problem.
Нам нужно найти решение этой проблемы.
B1 adjective /ɪnˈtɜːrnəl/

internal

внутренний
Meaning
situated inside; relating to the inside or inner part of something
Example
The company is conducting an internal audit this month.
Компания проводит внутренний аудит в этом месяце.
C2 noun /ˈhæbɪtjuːd/

habitude

привычка, обычай
Meaning
a customary condition or mode of life; habitual practice
Example
He lived in a quiet habitude, avoiding the noise of the city.
Он жил в тихой привычке, избегая шума города.
C1 verb /ˌɪntərˈsɛpt/

intercept

Meaning
to stop, catch, or seize something on its way from one place to another
Example
The police intercepted the stolen car before it crossed the border.
C2 adjective ˈtɛnsaɪl

tensile

растяжимый
Meaning
Relating to tension; capable of being stretched.
Example
The tensile strength of the material is crucial for the construction project.
Растяжимость материала важна для строительного проекта.
B2 adjective /prɛsˈtɪdʒəs/

prestigious

престижный
Meaning
having a high reputation; respected
Example
Harvard University is one of the most prestigious universities in the world.
Гарвардский университет — один из самых престижных университетов в мире.
B1 noun /ˈɔːfɪsər/

officer

офицер
Meaning
a person in a position of authority, especially in law enforcement
Example
The officer gave him a ticket for speeding.
Офицер выписал ему штраф за превышение скорости.
B1 adjective /ˌstreɪtˈfɔːwəd/

straightforward

простой
Meaning
easy to understand or do; simple
Example
Her explanation was straightforward and clear.
Ее объяснение было простым и ясным.
C1 adjective /ˈtrænzɪtɔːri/

transitory

временный
Meaning
Not permanent; temporary.
Example
The transitory nature of fame makes it difficult to maintain.
Природа временности славы делает её трудно сохраняемой.
A2 adjective /wɪrd/

weird

странный
Meaning
suggesting something supernatural or very strange; unusual
Example
The movie had a weird ending that nobody expected.
Фильм имел странный конец, которого никто не ожидал.
B2 noun, verb /ɪntʃ/

inch

дюйм / двигаться медленно
Meaning
A unit of length equal to 2.54 centimeters; or to move slowly and carefully in small amounts.
Example
She inched closer to the edge of the stage.
Она медленно подошла к краю сцены.
C2 noun /ˈprɒsədi/

prosody

просодия
Meaning
The patterns of rhythm and sound used in poetry and speech.
Example
The professor explained how prosody affects the mood of a poem.
Профессор объяснил, как просодия влияет на настроение стихотворения.
B1 adverb /ˈɪnstəntli/

instantly

мгновенно
Meaning
immediately, without any delay
Example
He replied instantly to the message.
Он мгновенно ответил на сообщение.
B1 noun /fɒɡ/

Fog

туман
Meaning
a thick cloud of tiny water droplets suspended in the atmosphere at or near the earth's surface that reduces visibility
Example
Dense fog covered the highway this morning.
Густой туман накрыл шоссе этим утром.
B2 adjective, noun /ˈsaɪkɪk/

psychic

психический; экстрасенс
Meaning
relating to the mind or supernatural powers; a person claiming to have extrasensory abilities
Example
The psychic claimed she could predict the future.
Экстрасенс заявила, что могла предсказать будущее.
C2 noun /ˈkrɛməˌtɔːri/

crematory

крематорий
Meaning
a place where dead bodies are cremated
Example
The crematory was located near the cemetery.
Крематорий находился рядом с кладбищем.
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 /heə(r)/

Hare

заяц
Meaning
a fast-running long-eared mammal that resembles a large rabbit
Example
The hare quickly ran across the field.
Заяц быстро пробежал через поле.
C2 noun /əˈpɜːrtənənsɪz/

appurtenances

принадлежности
Meaning
Additional items or accessories associated with something, often used in a legal or property context.
Example
The house was sold along with all its appurtenances, including the garage and garden.
Дом был продан вместе со всеми его принадлежностями, включая гараж и сад.
B2 noun /ˈbɪtərnəs/

Bitterness

горечь
Meaning
anger and disappointment at being treated unfairly; resentment; a sharp, unpleasant taste
Example
She spoke with bitterness about her former employer.
Она говорила с горечью о своем бывшем работодателе.
C2 adjective /ˌɪnfəˈlɪsɪtəs/

infelicitous

неудачный
Meaning
not suitable or well chosen; awkward or unfortunate
Example
His infelicitous remark ruined the atmosphere of the meeting.
Его неудачное замечание испортило атмосферу встречи.
C2 noun /ˈkloʊtʃər/

cloture

процедура завершения
Meaning
a procedure for ending a debate and taking a vote.
Example
The Senate invoked cloture to end the lengthy debate.
Сенат призвал к процедуре завершения, чтобы закончить длительные дебаты.
B1 verb /prəˈnaʊns/

pronounce

произносить
Meaning
to say words correctly; to declare officially
Example
She can pronounce French words perfectly.
Она может правильно произнести французские слова.
C2 noun /ˈprɑːflɪɡəsi/

profligacy

расточительство
Meaning
reckless wastefulness or extravagance
Example
His profligacy with money led him to bankruptcy.
Его расточительство привело его к банкротству.
C2 adjective /ˈfɜːr.vɪd/

Fervid

страстный; чрезвычайно восторженный; горящий эмоциями
Meaning
passionate; intensely enthusiastic; burning with emotion
Example
She gave a fervid speech about environmental protection.
Она произнесла фервидную речь о защите окружающей среды.
B2 adjective /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪzd/

specialized

специализированный
Meaning
designed or developed for a particular purpose or function
Example
He has a specialized knowledge of ancient civilizations.
У него есть специализированные знания об античных цивилизациях.
C2 noun /ɪmˈpjuːɪsəns/

impuissance

бессилие, неспособность
Meaning
inability to take effective action; helplessness
Example
The government’s impuissance in the face of crisis frustrated the people.
Бессилие правительства перед лицом кризиса разочаровало народ.
B2 adjective /ˈsel.jə.lər/

Cellular

клеточный
Meaning
relating to cells; consisting of cells; relating to mobile phone technology
Example
Cellular technology has revolutionized communication.
Клеточные технологии революционизировали коммуникацию.
C2 noun /ˈbrɪmˌstoʊn/

brimstone

Meaning
Sulfur, especially when considered as fiery and associated with hell or divine punishment.
Example
The preacher spoke of fire and brimstone to warn the congregation.
C2 verb /ˈdɔːd(ə)l/

dawdle

медлить
Meaning
to waste time by being slow or idle
Example
Stop dawdling and finish your homework.
Перестань медлить и заканчивай домашку.
C1 noun /ˈθʌroʊˌfɛr/

thoroughfare

главная дорога
Meaning
a main road or public highway that goes through a place
Example
The new mall is located along the main thoroughfare.
Новый торговый центр находится вдоль главной дороги.
C2 adjective /ˈnæti/

natty

стильный
Meaning
Neat, stylish, and fashionable in appearance.
Example
He looked very natty in his new suit.
Он выглядел очень стильным в своем новом костюме.
A1 noun /ˈbeɪbi/

baby

младенец
Meaning
a very young child, especially one newly or recently born
Example
The baby is sleeping peacefully in the crib.
Младенец спокойно спит в кроватке.
C1 verb /dɪsˈsætɪsfaɪ/

dissatisfy

разочаровывать
Meaning
to fail to please or meet expectations; to make someone unhappy
Example
The poor service dissatisfies many customers.
Плохое обслуживание не устраивает многих клиентов.
C2 noun /ˌɛpɪzəʊˈɒtɪk/

epizootic

эпизоотия
Meaning
An outbreak of disease affecting many animals of one kind at the same time.
Example
The farmer feared an epizootic might wipe out his cattle.
Фермер боялся, что эпизоотия может уничтожить его скот.
C2 adjective /əˈluːviəl/

alluvial

аллювиальный
Meaning
Relating to or derived from alluvium (loose soil or sediment deposited by rivers).
Example
The farmers cultivate crops on the fertile alluvial plains.
Фермеры выращивают культуры на плодородных аллювиальных равнинах.
C2 verb /ˌfɔːrɔːrˈdeɪn/

foreordain

предопределять
Meaning
to determine or decree something in advance; to predestine
Example
Some believe that our lives are foreordained by fate.
Некоторые считают, что наша жизнь предопределена судьбой.
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpʌlsɪv/

impulsive

импульсивный, спонтанный
Meaning
acting suddenly without careful thought
Example
She made an impulsive decision to buy the car.
Она приняла импульсивное решение купить машину.
C1 noun /kənˈdəʊləns/

condolence

соболезнования
Meaning
An expression of sympathy, especially on the occasion of death.
Example
She offered her sincere condolence to the grieving family.
Она выразила свои искренние соболезнования семье, переживающей утрату.
C2 adjective /əˌnækrəˈnɪstɪk/

anachronistic

анахронистический
Meaning
belonging to a period other than that being portrayed; old-fashioned or outdated
Example
His views on gender roles are considered anachronistic.
Его взгляды на гендерные роли считаются анахронистическими.
C1 noun /ˈpoʊlstər/

pollster

социолог
Meaning
a person or organization that conducts surveys to gauge public opinion
Example
The pollster predicted a close election outcome.
Опросчик предсказал близкий результат выборов.
C1 noun /dɪˌpriː.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən/

depreciation

амортизация
Meaning
A reduction in the value of an asset with the passage of time, due to wear and tear.
Example
The car's depreciation rate is high after five years.
Ставка амортизации автомобиля высока после пяти лет.
B2 noun /ˈfɜː.tɪ.laɪ.zər/

fertilizer

удобрение
Meaning
a substance added to soil to make plants grow more successfully
Example
Farmers use fertilizer to increase crop production.
Фермеры используют удобрения для увеличения урожайности.
C2 verb ˈɪnʌndeɪt

inundate

затопить, перегрузить кого-то или что-то вещами или людьми, которые нужно обработать
Meaning
To flood; overwhelm someone or something with things or people to be dealt with
Example
The company was inundated with requests after the advertisement.
Компания была затоплена запросами после рекламы.
A2 verb /rɪˈdjuːs/

reduce

сократить
Meaning
to make smaller in size, amount, or degree; to decrease
Example
We need to reduce our expenses this month.
Нам нужно сократить наши расходы в этом месяце.
B2 noun /ˈmæstərpiːs/

Masterpiece

шедевр
Meaning
A work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship
Example
The Mona Lisa is considered one of the greatest masterpieces of all time.
Мона Лиза считается одним из величайших произведений искусства всех времен.
B2 noun /heɪst/

Haste

спешка; торопливость
Meaning
swiftness of motion; urgent need of quick action; excessive speed or urgency
Example
In his haste to catch the train, he forgot to take his wallet from the table.
В своей спешке, чтобы поймать поезд, он забыл взять свой кошелек с стола.
B1 noun tɪk mɑːrk

tick mark

галочка
Meaning
A mark (✓) used to indicate that something is correct or has been chosen, checked, or dealt with.
Example
I put a tick mark on all the completed tasks.
Я поставил галочку на всех завершенных задачах.
A2 noun /flaɪt/

flight

полет / полет
Meaning
the act of flying, typically through the air; or a scheduled trip by an aircraft
Example
Our flight to London was delayed due to bad weather.
Наш рейс в Лондон был задержан из-за плохой погоды.
C2 noun /tʃɜːrl/

churl

Meaning
A rude, boorish, or ill-mannered person.
Example
The waiter was such a churl that customers left unhappy.
A1 noun /ˈfriː taɪm/

free time

свободное время
Meaning
time when a person is not working or occupied and can do activities they enjoy
Example
She likes to read books in her free time.
Она любит читать книги в свободное время.
A1 adjective, noun, adverb, verb (past tense of leave) /lɛft/

left

налево
Meaning
on or towards the side of the body that is to the west when facing north
Example
He turned left at the intersection.
Он повернул налево на перекрестке.
C1 verb /ɔːˈθɛntɪkeɪt/

authenticate

аутентифицировать
Meaning
To prove or show that something is genuine or true.
Example
The bank uses advanced technology to authenticate online transactions.
Банк использует передовые технологии для аутентификации онлайн-транзакций.
B2 adjective /ˈklɪn.ɪ.kəl/

clinical

клинический
Meaning
Related to the observation and treatment of patients rather than theoretical study.
Example
The doctor conducted a clinical examination.
Доктор провел клиническое обследование.
B2 noun /rɪˈstrɪk.ʃən/

Restriction

ограничение; лимит; контроль
Meaning
a limiting condition or measure; the limitation or control of someone or something
Example
There are strict restrictions on smoking in public places.
Есть строгие ограничения на курение в общественных местах.
B2 noun /ˈtæd.poʊl/

Tadpole

головастик
Meaning
the larval stage of a frog or toad, having gills and a tail
Example
The pond was full of tadpoles swimming around.
Пруд был полон головастиков, плавающих вокруг.
C2 adjective /laɪˈsɛnʃəs/

licentious

распутный
Meaning
Lacking moral restraint; disregarding accepted rules of conduct.
Example
The novel was criticized for its licentious themes.
Роман был раскритикован за распутные темы.
C2 adjective /pərˈfɪdiəs/

perfidious

предательский
Meaning
deceitful and untrustworthy
Example
The spy was executed for his perfidious actions.
Шпиона казнили за его предательские поступки.
B2 noun /prəˈfɪʃənsi/

proficiency

профессионализм
Meaning
Competency or skill; expertise.
Example
His proficiency in multiple languages is remarkable.
Его профессионализм в нескольких языках впечатляющ.
C2 adjective /ˈsuːpaɪn/

supine

лежать на спине
Meaning
Lying on the back, face upward; failing to act due to laziness or weakness.
Example
He lay supine on the grass, staring at the stars.
Он лежал на траве, смотрел на звезды.
C2 noun /brɔːn/

brawn

физическая сила
Meaning
physical strength in contrast to intelligence
Example
He used his brawn to lift the heavy box.
Он использовал свою физическую силу, чтобы поднять тяжелую коробку.
A2 noun /koʊtʃ/

coach

тренер
Meaning
A person who helps improve others' skills or knowledge.
Example
The football coach motivated his team before the match.
Футбольный тренер мотивировал свою команду перед матчем.
C2 noun /ɪˈpɪsəl/

epistle

послание
Meaning
A letter, especially a formal or didactic one; often used for letters in the New Testament.
Example
He wrote a long epistle to his friend about his travels.
Он написал своему другу длинное послание о своих путешествиях.
A2 adjective /pəˈlaɪt/

Polite

вежливый; уважительный; учтивый
Meaning
having good manners; respectful; courteous
Example
He was very polite and respectful to everyone.
Он был очень вежлив и уважителен ко всем.
C1 noun /ˈɡriːvəns/

grievance

счастье
Meaning
A real or imagined cause for complaint, especially unfair treatment.
Example
The workers voiced their grievances to the management.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
A1 pronoun /ʌs/

us

мы
Meaning
used to refer to the speaker and one or more other people as the object of a verb or preposition
Example
She gave us a gift.
Она дала нам подарок.
B2 adjective /ɪˈlɛktərəl/

electoral

избирательный
Meaning
related to elections or voting
Example
The electoral process in the country has been reformed in recent years.
Избирательный процесс в стране был реформирован в последние годы.
C2 adjective, noun /ˈɡreɪtɪŋ/

grating

неприятный звук / металлическая решетка
Meaning
Harsh and unpleasant to the senses, especially sound; a framework of bars covering an opening.
Example
The teacher's grating voice made it hard to concentrate.
Неприятный голос учителя затруднял сосредоточение.
C1 adjective skiˈmæt.ɪk

Schematic

связанный с схемой или кратко изложенный
Meaning
Presenting some framework or concept briefly
Example
The engineer provided a schematic diagram of the project.
Инженер предоставил схематическое изображение проекта.
C2 verb /boʊd/

bode

предвещать
Meaning
to be an omen of a particular outcome, often something bad
Example
The dark clouds bode a heavy storm.
Тёмные облака предсказывают сильный шторм.
A1 adverb /noʊ/

no

нет
Meaning
used to give a negative response or to show disagreement
Example
She said no to the invitation.
Она сказала нет приглашению.
C1 verb /ˈskruː.tɪ.naɪz/

scrutinize

тщательно исследовать или осматривать
Meaning
Examine or inspect closely and thoroughly.
Example
The scientist scrutinized the data before publishing his findings.
Учёный тщательно исследовал данные перед публикацией своих выводов.
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 noun /ˈʌndərˌstʌdi/

understudy

замещающий актер
Meaning
An actor who learns another's role to act as a replacement if needed.
Example
The understudy performed when the lead actor fell ill.
Замещающий актер выступил, когда главный актер заболел.
B1 noun /biːst/

Beast

зверь
Meaning
a large or dangerous animal; a cruel or unpleasant person
Example
The lion is a fierce beast of the jungle.
Лев — это свирепый зверь джунглей.
A1 noun /tiː/

Tea

чай
Meaning
a hot drink made by pouring boiling water onto dried leaves
Example
We drink tea every morning at breakfast.
Мы пьем чай каждое утро за завтраком.
B2 verb /kənˈfrʌnt/

confront

противостоять
Meaning
to face someone or something directly, especially in a challenge or conflict
Example
She had to confront her fears before making the speech.
Ей пришлось столкнуться с своими страхами перед тем, как выступить с речью.
B1 noun /ˌdek.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

Decoration

декорирование; украшение; приз;
Meaning
the process or art of decorating something; ornamental items used to beautify
Example
The Christmas decoration transformed the ordinary room into a festive wonderland.
Рождественское украшение превратило обычную комнату в праздничную страну чудес.
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.
B1 noun

Kindness

доброта; доброжелательность; милосердие
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.
B2 noun /dʒɔɪnt/

Joint

сустав; совместно
Meaning
a point at which parts of the body are connected; shared by two or more people
Example
The joint effort of the team led to the project's success.
Совместные усилия команды привели к успеху проекта.
C2 noun /hɜːrˈbɛəriəm/

herbarium

гербарий
Meaning
A collection of preserved plant specimens and associated data used for scientific study.
Example
The university maintains a large herbarium for research and education.
Университет поддерживает большое гербарий для исследований и образования.
C1 noun /mɪˈsɑːdʒəni/

misogyny

мизогиния
Meaning
Hatred of, contempt for, or prejudice against women.
Example
The novel has been criticized for promoting misogyny.
Роман был раскритикован за пропаганду мизогинии.
B1 noun /ˈsɛrəˌmoʊni/

ceremony

Meaning
A formal event or occasion, often with rituals and traditions.
Example
The graduation ceremony was held in the university hall.
B2 noun, verb /sɪn/

sin

грех
Meaning
an immoral act considered to be a transgression against divine law; to commit an offense against religious or moral law
Example
He confessed his sin to the priest.
Он исповедал свой грех священнику.
C1 adjective /ˌaɪ.di.əˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/

ideological

идеологический
Meaning
Relating to or based on a system of ideas or beliefs.
Example
The two parties are divided by deep ideological differences.
Обе партии разделены глубокими идеологическими разногласиями.
B1 noun ˈsɛʃənz

sessions

сессии, собрания, период
Meaning
A meeting of an official body, especially a court of law, to conduct its business; a period devoted to a particular activity.
Example
The sessions lasted for three hours.
Сессии длились три часа.
C2 noun /ˌɪmprəˈsɑːrioʊ/

impresario

импресарио
Meaning
A person who organizes or finances concerts, plays, or operas.
Example
The impresario arranged a series of concerts for the rising star.
Импресарио организовал серию концертов для восходящей звезды.
B2 verb /kənˈtɛnd/

contend

состязаться, утверждать
Meaning
to strive or compete for something; to assert earnestly
Example
Athletes from around the world contend for the championship.
Атлеты со всего мира борются за чемпионство.
C2 noun /ˌspoʊliˈeɪʃən/

spoliation

уничтожение
Meaning
The act of destroying or ruining something, often evidence or property.
Example
The court punished the company for the spoliation of evidence.
Суд наказал компанию за уничтожение доказательств.
C2 adjective /ˌʌnprəˈpɪʃəs/

unpropitious

неблагоприятный
Meaning
Not giving or indicating a good chance of success; unfavorable.
Example
The team began their journey under unpropitious weather conditions.
Команда начала свое путешествие при неблагоприятных погодных условиях.
B2 noun ˈɪn.frəˌstrʌk.tʃər

infrastructure

инфраструктура
Meaning
The basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.
Example
Digital infrastructure is vital for future advancements.
Цифровая инфраструктура важна для будущих достижений.
C2 adjective /ɪkˈspɒzɪtəri/

expository

пояснительный
Meaning
intended to explain or describe something
Example
The teacher gave an expository lecture on the topic.
Учитель дал пояснительную лекцию по этой теме.
C1 noun /ˌsæl.jʊˈteɪ.ʃən/

Salutation

приветствие; выражение доброй воли
Meaning
a greeting; an expression of goodwill
Example
The letter began with a formal salutation.
Письмо началось с формального приветствия.
B2 noun /ˈsɑːrˌkæzəm/

sarcasm

сарказм
Meaning
The use of irony to mock or convey contempt.
Example
His sarcasm often made people laugh but sometimes offended them.
Его сарказм часто заставлял людей смеяться, но иногда обижал их.
B1 noun flæɡz

flags

флаг
Meaning
A piece of cloth or similar material, typically oblong or square, attachable by one edge to a pole or rope.
Example
The streets were decorated with national flags.
Улицы были украшены национальными флагами.
B2 verb /həˈræs/

harass

домогаться
Meaning
to persistently annoy or torment someone
Example
The employees complained that their boss harassed them.
сотрудники жаловались, что их босс их домогался
C2 verb /rɪˈmɒnstreɪt/

remonstrate

протестовать
Meaning
To make a forceful protest or objection.
Example
Citizens remonstrated against the new tax policy.
Граждане протестовали против новой налоговой политики.
B1 verb /rʌb/

rub

тереть
Meaning
to press and move something firmly against a surface; to apply pressure with movement
Example
She rubbed her hands together to keep them warm.
Она терла руки друг о друга, чтобы их согреть.
C2 adjective /sɪər/

sere

сухой
Meaning
Dry or withered, especially vegetation.
Example
The sere leaves crumbled under his feet.
Сухие листья рассыпались под его ногами.
C1 noun /tɪnt/

tint

оттенок
Meaning
a slight shade or variation of a color
Example
The walls were painted white with a slight blue tint.
Стены были окрашены в белый цвет с легким синим оттенком.
C1 noun /ˈboʊ.ə/

Boa

боа constrictor
Meaning
a large non-venomous snake that kills prey by constriction
Example
The boa constrictor wrapped around its prey.
Боа-констриктор обвил свою добычу.
C2 verb /haɪˈpɒθɪkeɪt/

hypothecate

Meaning
to pledge something, such as property, as security for a debt without giving up possession of it.
Example
The company hypothecated its assets to secure the loan.
C2 noun /ˈɛpəlɛt/

epaulet

погоны
Meaning
An ornamental shoulder piece on a garment, especially on the coat or jacket of a military uniform.
Example
The general’s uniform had a golden epaulet on each shoulder.
У униформы генерала были золотые погоны на каждом плече.
C1 noun /ˌdɪs.əˈreɪ/

disarray

беспорядок
Meaning
A state of disorganization or untidiness; confusion or disorder.
Example
His desk was in complete disarray.
Его стол был в полном беспорядке.
B1 verb /ɪɡˈzæm.ɪn/

examine

счастье
Meaning
to look at something carefully in order to understand it
Example
The doctor will examine the patient tomorrow.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.