B1 noun /ˈpɑːrləmənt/

parliament

парламент

Meaning

the highest legislative body in a country

Example

The bill was passed in parliament after a long debate.

Законопроект был принят в парламенте после долгих дебатов.

C2 noun /ɡleɪd/

glade

поляна

Meaning

An open space in a forest or woods.

Example

They rested in a sunny glade after their long hike.

Они отдохнули на солнечной поляне после долгого похода.

C2 adverb /bɪˈtaɪmz/

betimes

рано

Meaning

early; in good time

Example

She rose betimes to finish her work.

Она встала рано, чтобы закончить свою работу.

B2 adjective /ˈwɜːrθˌwaɪl/

worthwhile

ценный

Meaning

worth the time, effort, or money spent; valuable

Example

Volunteering at the shelter was a worthwhile experience.

Волонтерская работа в приюте была ценным опытом.

B2 noun /dɪˈstɜː.bəns/

Disturbance

нарушение; беспокойство; беспорядок

Meaning

the interruption of a settled and peaceful condition; anxiety or mental uneasiness

Example

The loud music created a disturbance that bothered all the neighbors.

Громкая музыка вызвала нарушение, которое беспокоило всех соседей.

B2 noun /iːz/

Ease

легкость; комфорт

Meaning

absence of difficulty or effort; comfort and relaxation

Example

After years of practice, she played the piano with great ease.

После многих лет практики она играла на пианино с большой легкостью.

C1 adjective /əˈblaɪdʒɪŋ/

obliging

готовый помочь

Meaning

Willing to help or do favors; accommodating.

Example

The staff at the hotel were very obliging and friendly.

Персонал в отеле был очень готов помочь и дружелюбен.

C2 noun /ˈlæŋɡər/

languor

вялость

Meaning

A state of tiredness, inertia, or dreamy relaxation.

Example

The hot afternoon filled her with languor.

Жаркий полдень наполнил её вялостью.

B2 adverb /ˈʃɑːrpli/

sharply

резко

Meaning

suddenly and strongly; in a cutting or intense way

Example

Prices rose sharply after the announcement.

Цены резко выросли после объявления.

A2 adjective /ˈpɜːrfɪkt/

Perfect

совершенный; безупречный; отличный

Meaning

flawless; excellent; without fault

Example

She delivered a perfect performance on stage.

Она дала совершенное выступление на сцене.

B1 noun /ˈsɪtɪzənʃɪp/

citizenship

гражданство

Meaning

the status of being a recognized member of a state or country, with rights and duties

Example

He applied for American citizenship after living there for ten years.

Он подал заявление на американское гражданство после того, как прожил там десять лет.

B2 noun /ˈreɪʃoʊ/

ratio

соотношение

Meaning

a relationship between two numbers showing how many times the first number contains the second

Example

The ratio of boys to girls in the class is 2:1.

Соотношение мальчиков и девочек в классе 2:1.

B1 noun /tɔːrˈtiːə/

tortilla

тортилья

Meaning

A thin round flatbread made from corn or wheat, common in Mexican cuisine.

Example

She wrapped the vegetables in a warm tortilla.

Она завернула овощи в теплую тортилью.

B2 noun ˈtreɪd.ɒf

trade-off

компромисс

Meaning

A situation where accepting one advantage means giving up another benefit.

Example

There is always a trade-off between price and quality.

Всегда есть компромисс между ценой и качеством.

C1 noun /prəˈtruːʒən/

protrusion

выступ

Meaning

Something that sticks out or projects from a surface.

Example

The protrusion on the wall made it difficult to move the furniture.

Выступ на стене затруднил перемещение мебели.

C2 noun /ˌɪnvəˈluːʃən/

involution

инволюция

Meaning

a complicated or intricate form or state; in biology, the shrinking of an organ after its function has finished

Example

The story was full of involution, making it hard to follow.

История была полна инволюции, что делало её трудно понимаемой.

C2 noun /ˌfoʊˈtɑːmɪtər/

photometer

фотометр

Meaning

an instrument for measuring the intensity of light

Example

The scientist used a photometer to measure the light in the laboratory.

Учёный использовал фотометр для измерения света в лаборатории.

A1 noun /ˈɡɜːrlfrɛnd/

girlfriend

девушка

Meaning

A woman or girl with whom someone is romantically or emotionally involved.

Example

He introduced his girlfriend to his family.

Он представил свою девушку своей семье.

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.

B1 noun /stæf/

staff

персонал

Meaning

a group of employees working together in an organization

Example

The staff at the hospital are very helpful.

Персонал в больнице очень полезен.

B1 verb /rɪˈɡɑːrd/

regard

считать

Meaning

to consider or think of in a particular way; to look at

Example

She regards him as her best friend.

Она считает его своим лучшим другом.

B2 verb /əˈkʌmpəni/

accompany

сопровождать

Meaning

to go somewhere with someone as a companion or escort

Example

She asked her friend to accompany her to the concert.

Она попросила свою подругу сопровождать её на концерт.

A2 adjective /meɪn/

main

основной

Meaning

most important; chief in size, extent, or importance

Example

The main reason for his success is hard work.

Основная причина его успеха — это тяжелый труд.

B1 verb /dɪˈlɪvər/

deliver

доставить

Meaning

to bring or hand over something to the intended recipient

Example

The courier will deliver the package tomorrow.

Курьер доставит посылку завтра.

B2 noun /ɡʌlf/

Gulf

залив

Meaning

a deep inlet of the sea almost surrounded by land; a wide gap or difference between people or groups

Example

The Persian Gulf is an important waterway for international shipping and oil transport.

Персидский залив — важный водный путь для международных перевозок и транспортировки нефти.

C1 adjective ɪnˈdʒiː.ni.əs

ingenious

гениальный

Meaning

Showing inventiveness and skill; clever, original, and inventive.

Example

His ingenious ideas transformed modern physics.

Его гениальные идеи изменили современную физику.

C2 adjective /ˈɑːrtləs/

artless

простодушный, естественный

Meaning

Without deception or pretentiousness; natural and simple.

Example

Her artless smile made everyone feel at ease.

Её простодушная улыбка заставила всех почувствовать себя комфортно.

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.

C1 noun, adjective /ˌæntiˈsɛptɪk/

antiseptic

антисептик; антисептический

Meaning

A substance that prevents the growth of disease-causing microorganisms; clean and free from germs.

Example

The nurse applied an antiseptic to the wound.

Медсестра обработала рану антисептиком.

C2 noun, verb /ɡɔːl/

gall

наглость, раздражать

Meaning

Annoyance, boldness, or to irritate.

Example

She had the gall to question his decision.

Она имела наглость поставить под сомнение его решение.

A2 adjective /əˈsliːp/

asleep

спящий

Meaning

in a state of sleep

Example

The baby is fast asleep.

Малыш крепко спит.

A1 noun /ɡaɪ/

guy

парень

Meaning

an informal term for a man; sometimes used to refer to a person in general

Example

That guy over there is my best friend.

Тот парень там — мой лучший друг.

C1 verb, noun /kweɪl/

quail

испытывать страх; маленькая птица с коротким хвостом

Meaning

verb: to feel or show fear; noun: a small, short-tailed bird

Example

She quailed at the sight of the approaching storm.

Она испугалась, увидев приближающийся шторм.

C1 noun /ˈkæptər/

captor

похититель

Meaning

a person or group who has captured someone or something

Example

The hostage managed to escape from his captors.

Заложник смог убежать от своих похитителей.

C1 adjective /ˈpʊʃi/

pushy

назойливый

Meaning

excessively assertive or aggressive, often annoyingly so

Example

The salesperson was too pushy, which drove customers away.

Продавец был слишком назойливым, что оттолкнуло клиентов.

C1 adjective /ˈboʊɡəs/

bogus

поддельный

Meaning

false, fake, or not genuine

Example

The police arrested him for using a bogus ID card.

Полиция арестовала его за использование поддельного удостоверения личности.

C1 noun /ˈfʊtˌnoʊt/

foot-note

сноска

Meaning

A note of reference, explanation, or comment placed at the bottom of a page.

Example

The author included a foot-note to explain the historical context.

Автор добавил сноску, чтобы объяснить исторический контекст.

C2 noun /ˈɡloʊmɪŋ/

gloaming

сумерки

Meaning

The time of day after the sun has set and before it is completely dark; twilight.

Example

We walked home together in the quiet gloaming.

Мы шли домой вместе в тихие сумерки.

B2 adjective /ˈsɪnɪstər/

sinister

зловещий

Meaning

Giving the impression that something harmful or evil is happening or will happen.

Example

The abandoned house had a sinister atmosphere.

Покинутое здание имело зловещую атмосферу.

B2 noun /hɔːk/

Hawk

ястреб

Meaning

a bird of prey with broad wings and strong talons used for hunting

Example

The hawk soared high above the field hunting for prey.

Ястреб высоко поднялся над полем, ища свою добычу.

C1 noun /ˈtriːtɪs/

treatise

трактат

Meaning

a formal and systematic written work dealing with a subject in detail

Example

He wrote a treatise on modern economic theory.

Он написал трактат о современной экономической теории.

C1 verb /ˈʃɪmər/

shimmer

мерцать

Meaning

To shine with a soft, wavering light.

Example

The lake shimmered under the moonlight.

Озеро мерцало под лунным светом.

A2 noun /ˈseɪf.ti/

Safety

безопасность

Meaning

condition of being protected from danger, risk, or injury

Example

The company prioritizes workplace safety above all else.

Компания ставит безопасность на рабочем месте выше всего.

C1 adjective /ˌɛpɪˈsɒdɪk/

episodic

эпизодический

Meaning

Happening occasionally or in separate parts; related to episodes.

Example

Her interest in art was episodic, coming and going over the years.

Её интерес к искусству был эпизодическим, он приходил и уходил с годами.

C1 adjective /ʌnˈɒnəd/

unhonoured

непочтённый

Meaning

not respected or given the recognition that is deserved; treated without honor

Example

He felt unhonoured after his years of service were ignored.

Он чувствовал себя непочтённым, когда его годы службы были проигнорированы.

C2 adjective ˌsʌr.əpˈtɪʃ.əs

surreptitious

тайный

Meaning

Kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of; done stealthily.

Example

She took a surreptitious glance at his notes.

Она украдкой взглянула на его заметки.

B1 adjective /ʌnˈplɛz.ənt/

Unpleasant

неприятный

Meaning

not giving or causing pleasure; disagreeable

Example

The medicine had an unpleasant taste.

Лекарство имело неприятный вкус.

B1 noun /ʌnˈhæp.i.nəs/

unhappiness

несчастье

Meaning

the state of being unhappy; sadness or dissatisfaction

Example

Her constant unhappiness affected everyone around her.

Её постоянное несчастье влияло на всех вокруг.

C1 adjective /prɪˈkoʊʃəs/

precocious

раноразвивающийся

Meaning

Showing advanced development or maturity at an unusually early age.

Example

The precocious child was reading novels at the age of five.

Ранний ребенок читал романы в пять лет.

C2 adverb /əˈθwɔːrt/

athwart

поперек, против

Meaning

Across or in opposition to something.

Example

A fallen tree lay athwart the road, blocking traffic.

Павший дерево лежало поперек дороги, блокируя движение.

C2 verb /ˌdɒmɪˈnɪə/

domineer

доминировать

Meaning

to assert one's will over another in an arrogant way

Example

He tends to domineer over his younger colleagues.

Он склонен доминировать над своими младшими коллегами.

C1 noun /ˈeɪ.nəs/

Anus

анус

Meaning

the opening at the end of the digestive tract through which waste leaves the body

Example

The doctor examined the patient's anus during the medical checkup.

Доктор осмотрел анус пациента во время медицинского осмотра.

B1 adjective /ˌɪnɪkˈspɛnsɪv/

Inexpensive

дешевый; доступный; экономичный

Meaning

not costing a lot of money; affordable; budget-friendly

Example

This restaurant offers delicious and inexpensive meals for students.

Этот ресторан предлагает вкусные и дешевые блюда для студентов.

C2 adjective /ɪˈnɪm.ɪ.tə.bəl/

inimitable

неповторимый

Meaning

So good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique.

Example

His inimitable writing style made him a literary legend.

Его неповторимый стиль письма сделал его литературной легендой.

C1 noun /ˈded.lɑk/

Dead-lock

тупик; блокировка

Meaning

a situation in which no progress is possible; complete standstill

Example

The negotiations reached a deadlock when neither side would compromise.

Переговоры зашли в тупик, когда ни одна из сторон не хотела идти на компромисс.

B2 noun /ˈnjuːzˌlɛtər/

newsletter

рассылка

Meaning

a printed or electronic report containing news or information about a company or organization

Example

The company sends a weekly newsletter to its employees.

Компания отправляет своим сотрудникам еженедельную рассылку.

C2 adjective /tʃeɪst/

Chaste

целомудренный; добродетельный

Meaning

pure and morally good; abstaining from sexual activity

Example

She lived a chaste and virtuous life.

Она прожила целомудренную и добродетельную жизнь.

B1 verb /əˈdʒʌst/

adjust

настроить

Meaning

to change something slightly to make it more suitable or effective

Example

She adjusted the mirror to see the road clearly.

Она отрегулировала зеркало, чтобы увидеть дорогу четко.

B1 verb /prəˈvaɪdɪd/

provided

предоставленный

Meaning

gave or supplied something that was needed

Example

The hotel provided free breakfast for all guests.

Отель предоставил бесплатный завтрак для всех гостей.

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.

C1 noun/verb /ˈræfəl/

raffle

продажа лотерейных билетов

Meaning

A means of raising money by selling numbered tickets, one or more of which are drawn at random for a prize; to sell something in such a lottery.

Example

The charity decided to raffle a bicycle to raise funds.

Благотворительная организация решила разыграть велосипед для сбора средств.

C2 noun /ˌdɪsɪnklɪˈneɪʃən/

disinclination

нежелание

Meaning

a lack of willingness or desire to do something

Example

She showed a clear disinclination to join the meeting.

Она проявила явное нежелание присоединиться к встрече.

C1 adjective ˌsɪmbɪˈɒtɪk

symbiotic

симбиотический

Meaning

Involving interaction between two different organisms living in close physical association.

Example

The relationship between the bee and the flower is symbiotic.

Отношения между пчелой и цветком симбиотические.

B1 adjective /ˈtæl.ən.tɪd/

Talented

талантливый/талантливая

Meaning

having a natural ability or skill in a particular area

Example

She is a talented musician who plays multiple instruments.

Она талантливый музыкант, который играет на нескольких инструментах.

C2 noun /ˌdeɪnuːˈmɒ̃/

denouement

развязка

Meaning

The final resolution or conclusion of a story, drama, or complicated situation.

Example

The novel's denouement was both surprising and satisfying.

Развязка романа была как удивительной, так и удовлетворительной.

C1 noun /ˈpædʒənt/

pageant

конкурс красоты

Meaning

A public entertainment consisting of a procession of people in elaborate costumes, or a beauty contest.

Example

She won first place in the beauty pageant.

Она заняла первое место в конкурсе красоты

C2 noun/verb /ˈlɛv.ən/

leaven

дрожжи

Meaning

a substance, typically yeast, that causes dough to rise; to permeate and modify

Example

A little yeast will leaven the bread dough.

Немного дрожжей заставит тесто подняться.

C1 adjective /vɪˈveɪʃəs/

vivacious

живой

Meaning

Attractively lively and animated.

Example

She was admired for her vivacious personality.

Она была восхищена за свою живую личность.

C2 adjective /vəˈlʌptʃuəs/

voluptuous

роскошный

Meaning

Relating to or characterized by luxury and sensual pleasure; sexually attractive.

Example

The artist painted a voluptuous figure reclining on the couch.

Художник нарисовал роскошную фигуру, лежащую на диване.

C1 noun ˈdaɪ.nə.sti

dynasty

династия

Meaning

A line of hereditary rulers of a country; a succession of people from the same family who play a prominent role in business, politics, or another field.

Example

The Ming dynasty ruled China for centuries.

Династия Мин правила Китаем веками.

C1 verb /ˈmɛdəl/

meddle

вмешиваться в чужие дела

Meaning

to interfere in something that is not one's concern

Example

He always tries to meddle in other people’s business.

Он всегда пытается вмешиваться в дела других людей.

C1 noun /roʊt/

rote

наизусть

Meaning

mechanical or habitual repetition, often without understanding

Example

He learned the poem by rote without understanding its meaning.

Он выучил стихотворение наизусть, не понимая его смысла.

C2 verb /ˈvɛdʒɪteɪt/

vegetate

вегетировать

Meaning

to live in a dull, inactive, or unchallenging way, often with little physical or mental effort

Example

He spent his vacation vegetating on the couch in front of the TV.

Он провел отпуск, вегетируя на диване перед телевизором.

A1 preposition/conjunction /ʌnˈtɪl/

until

пока

Meaning

up to the time of

Example

I will wait until you come back.

Я буду ждать, пока ты не вернешься.

C1 adverb /əˈfrɛʃ/

afresh

снова

Meaning

From the beginning, in a new way.

Example

After the failure, they started the project afresh.

После неудачи они начали проект с самого начала.

B2 noun /ˈkʌt.lət/

Cutlet

котлета

Meaning

a small piece of meat, especially veal or lamb, for frying or grilling

Example

She served delicious chicken cutlets for dinner.

Она подала вкусные куриные котлеты на ужин.

A1 adjective (superlative) /ˈɡreɪ.tɪst/

greatest

величайший

Meaning

The highest degree of greatness; the most outstanding or important.

Example

He is considered one of the greatest leaders of all time.

Он считается одним из величайших лидеров всех времен.

C2 noun /ˈɛpɪɡræm/

epigram

эпиграмма

Meaning

A short, witty saying or poem that expresses an idea in a clever way.

Example

Oscar Wilde was famous for his sharp epigrams.

Оскар Уайлд был знаменит своими острыми эпиграммами.

B2 adverb /ɪkˈskluːsɪvli/

exclusively

исключительно

Meaning

only; not shared with others

Example

This service is available exclusively to premium members.

Эта услуга доступна исключительно для премиум-участников.

C1 verb /ˈkrɪstəlaɪz/

crystallize

кристаллизовать

Meaning

to form crystals; to make an idea or plan clear and definite

Example

Her vague thoughts began to crystallize into a solid plan.

Её неопределённые мысли начали кристаллизоваться в чёткий план.

A2 noun /frɪdʒ/

fridge

холодильник

Meaning

a household appliance used to keep food and drinks cold to preserve freshness

Example

I put the milk back in the fridge after breakfast.

После завтрака я поставил молоко в холодильник.

B2 verb /ˈpɒndər/

ponder

размышлять

Meaning

to think about something carefully

Example

She pondered over the meaning of the poem.

Она размышляла о смысле стихотворения.

B2 verb /ɪˈvoʊk/

evoke

вызывать

Meaning

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

Example

The old song evoked memories of her childhood.

Старая песня вызвала воспоминания о её детстве.

C1 adjective /ˈvɛnərəbəl/

Venerable

почтенный; уважаемый

Meaning

deserving respect due to age, wisdom, or character; revered

Example

The venerable professor has taught at the university for fifty years.

Почтенный профессор преподавал в университете пятьдесят лет.

A1 noun /waɪf/

wife

жена

Meaning

a woman who is married to someone

Example

She is the wife of the famous author.

Она жена знаменитого автора.

A1 noun, verb /ˈiː.meɪl/

e-mail

электронная почта

Meaning

messages distributed by electronic means from one computer user to another

Example

I sent an e-mail to my professor yesterday.

Я отправил электронное письмо своему профессору вчера.

B2 adverb /ˈfeɪθ.fəl.i/

Faithfully

верно

Meaning

in a loyal and steadfast manner; with dedication

Example

She faithfully attended every meeting despite her busy schedule.

Она верно посещала все встречи, несмотря на свой плотный график.

C1 adjective /əˈɡæst/

aghast

ошеломленный

Meaning

filled with shock or horror

Example

The audience was aghast at the tragic scene.

Зрители были ошеломлены трагической сценой.

B2 adjective /ˈræʃ.ən.əl/

Rational

рациональный; разумный; логичный

Meaning

based on reason and logic; sensible and practical

Example

She made a rational decision based on the available facts.

Она приняла рациональное решение, основываясь на доступных фактах.

C2 noun /ˌtrænsfəˈriː/

transferee

перемещенный

Meaning

A person to whom a right, property, or responsibility is transferred.

Example

The transferee must sign the contract before taking ownership.

Перемещенный должен подписать контракт перед тем, как получить право собственности.

C2 noun /ˌbuː.ɡənˈvɪl.i.ə/

Bougainvillea

бугамвиллия

Meaning

a tropical climbing plant with colorful bracts surrounding small flowers

Example

The bougainvillea climbing over the garden wall creates a beautiful purple display.

Бугамвиллия, взбирающаяся по садовой стене, создает красивое фиолетовое шоу.

A1 adjective /fjuː/

few

несколько

Meaning

A small number of; not many.

Example

Only a few students attended the class.

Только несколько студентов пришли на занятие.

C1 verb /sɪˈsiːd/

secede

выходить

Meaning

To formally withdraw from a political or organizational union.

Example

Several states threatened to secede from the union.

Несколько штатов угрожали выйти из союза.

C2 verb /kəmˈpɔːrt/

comport

вести себя

Meaning

to behave or conduct oneself in a particular way

Example

She comported herself with grace during the ceremony.

Она вела себя с грацией во время церемонии.

B1 adverb /ˈɔːfəli/

awfully

ужасно

Meaning

in a very great degree; extremely; in a way that is very bad or unpleasant

Example

I am awfully glad to see you again.

Я ужасно рад снова тебя видеть.

B2 verb /rɪˈzaɪd/

reside

проживать

Meaning

to live or dwell in a particular place

Example

They reside in a large house near the river.

Они живут в большом доме у реки.

C1 noun /ˈtæn.ər/

tanner

кожевник

Meaning

A person whose job is to tan animal hides to make leather.

Example

The tanner worked long hours to produce fine leather.

Кожевник работал долгие часы, чтобы произвести качественную кожу.

B1 adjective /bɔɪld/

Boiled

отварной

Meaning

cooked in boiling water

Example

She served boiled eggs for breakfast.

Она подала вареные яйца на завтрак.

C1 noun /ræˈpɔːr/

rapport

отношения

Meaning

A close and harmonious relationship in which the people or groups concerned understand each other's feelings or ideas.

Example

The teacher built a strong rapport with her students.

Учитель построил крепкие отношения с учениками.

C2 adjective /ˈsʌpliənt/

suppliant

молящийся

Meaning

Humbly or earnestly asking for something, especially from a person in authority.

Example

The suppliant man begged for mercy at the king's feet.

Молящийся человек просил милосердия у ног короля.

C2 noun /ˌpɛrəɡrɪˈneɪʃən/

peregrination

путешествие

Meaning

A long journey or wandering, especially on foot.

Example

Their peregrination across Asia lasted two years.

Их путешествие по Азии длилось два года.

Meaning

to carry or drag something heavy or cumbersome with effort

Example

He had to lug the suitcase up three flights of stairs.

C1 noun /dɪˌsem.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

dissemination

распространение

Meaning

The action or fact of spreading something, especially information, widely.

Example

The dissemination of false information is a major issue.

Распространение ложной информации является серьезной проблемой.

C1 noun, adjective /ˌproʊlɪˈtɛəriən/

proletarian

пролетарий

Meaning

Relating to the working class, especially those who do not own property.

Example

The movement was rooted in proletarian struggles.

Движение было укоренено в пролетарских борьбах.

B2 verb ˈtrænsfɔːrm

transform

преобразовать

Meaning

To change in form, appearance, or structure; metamorphose.

Example

Volunteering can transform lives and communities.

Волонтерство может преобразовать жизни и сообщества.

распределение

Meaning

The action or process of distributing resources or duties for a particular purpose.

Example

Budget allocation for education must be increased.

Распределение бюджета на образование должно быть увеличено.