B2 noun /ˌpɪə.riˈɒd.ɪ.kəl/

periodical

журнал

Meaning

a magazine or journal published at regular intervals

Example

She subscribed to a science periodical.

Она подписалась на научный журнал.

B2 noun /prɒp/

prop

реквизит

Meaning

an object used on stage by actors during a performance; something that supports or holds up

Example

The actor forgot his prop on stage.

Актер забыл свой реквизит на сцене.

B2 noun /pliː/

Plea

просьба; обращение; оправдание

Meaning

an urgent and emotional request; a defendant's formal response to a criminal charge; an excuse or justification

Example

She made a plea for help during the emergency.

Она сделала просьбу о помощи во время чрезвычайной ситуации.

B2 noun /ˈprəʊsesə/

processor

процессор

Meaning

a machine or device that processes something, especially a computer's central processing unit (CPU)

Example

The new laptop has a faster processor.

У нового ноутбука есть более быстрый процессор.

B2 noun /pɪtʃ/

pitch

тон, подача

Meaning

the quality of a sound; the level or degree of intensity; a throw or toss

Example

The singer's pitch was perfect during the performance.

Тон певца был идеален во время исполнения.

B2 noun prəˈɡreʃ.ən

progression

прогресс

Meaning

The process of developing or moving gradually towards a more advanced state.

Example

Progression in technology drives innovation.

Прогресс в технологиях стимулирует инновации.

B2 noun /ˈfɪzɪsɪst/

physicist

физик

Meaning

a scientist who studies or specializes in physics

Example

The physicist explained the theory of relativity to the students.

Физик объяснил студентам теорию относительности.

B2 noun ˈprɑː.sest fuːdz

processed foods

обработанные продукты питания

Meaning

Foods that have been altered from their natural state through various methods such as canning, freezing, refrigeration, dehydration and aseptic processing.

Example

Excessive consumption of processed foods leads to health issues.

Чрезмерное потребление обработанных продуктов питания ведет к проблемам со здоровьем.

B2 noun /ˈprɛsɪdənt/

precedent

прецедент

Meaning

An earlier event or decision that serves as a guide or example for future similar situations.

Example

The judge’s ruling set a new precedent for similar cases.

Решение судьи установило новый прецедент для подобных дел.

B2 noun /ˈpɑː.tər/

Potter

гончар

Meaning

a person who makes pottery

Example

The potter shaped clay on the spinning wheel.

Гончар формировал глину на вращающемся колесе.

B2 verb /ˈpɛrɪʃ/

perish

погибать

Meaning

To die, especially in a sudden or violent way.

Example

Many soldiers perished in the war.

Многие солдаты погибли в войне.

B2 verb /pərˈsiːv/

perceive

воспринять

Meaning

to become aware of or understand something through the senses

Example

I perceive a change in his attitude.

Я воспринимаю изменения в его поведении.

B2 verb /pərˈsiːvd/

perceived

счастье

Meaning

to become aware of something through the senses or the mind; to understand or interpret

Example

She perceived a hint of sadness in his voice.

Она не смогла скрыть свое счастье, когда получила награду.

B2 noun /ˈprɛzɪdənsi/

presidency

президентская должность

Meaning

the office or position of being a president

Example

He was elected to the presidency in 2020.

Он был избран на президентство в 2020 году.

B2 noun /prækˈtɪʃ.ən.ər/

practitioner

практикующий

Meaning

a person actively engaged in a profession, especially medicine or law

Example

She is a skilled medical practitioner.

Она квалифицированный медицинский практикующий.

B2 noun /plænˈteɪʃən/

plantation

плантация

Meaning

a large area of land where crops are grown, often for commercial purposes

Example

The sugarcane plantation stretched for miles across the valley.

Плантация сахарного тростника простиралась на несколько миль через долину.

B2 noun prəˈtæɡənɪst

protagonist

протагоніст

Meaning

The leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.

Example

Charles Darnay is one of the protagonists of the story.

Чарльз Дарней — один из протагонистов этой истории.

B2 noun /paʊtʃ/

pouch

мешок

Meaning

a small bag or pocket, often used to carry small items

Example

She kept her coins in a small leather pouch.

Она положила свои монеты в маленький кожаный мешок.

B2 noun /fɪˈzɪʃən/

physician

врач

Meaning

a person qualified to practice medicine; a doctor

Example

The physician prescribed some medicine to treat the condition.

Врач прописал лекарства для лечения этого состояния.

B2 adjective /ˌprɒb.ləˈmæt.ɪk/

Problematic

проблематичный; вызывающий проблемы

Meaning

causing problems; troublesome; difficult to deal with

Example

The new policy changes are problematic and need to be reviewed.

Новые изменения в политике являются проблемными и требуют пересмотра.

B2 noun pərˈsɛpʃən

perception

восприятие, понимание

Meaning

The ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses

Example

Our perception of the situation was shaped by our prior experiences.

Наше восприятие ситуации было сформировано нашим предыдущим опытом.

B2 adverb /ˈpjʊərli/

purely

только

Meaning

only and completely; entirely

Example

The decision was purely based on economic factors.

Решение было основано только на экономических факторах.

B2 noun /ˈpɜː.tʃəs.ɪŋ ˈpaʊ.ɚ/

purchasing power

покупательская способность

Meaning

The amount of goods and services that can be purchased with a unit of currency.

Example

Due to inflation, people's purchasing power has decreased.

Из-за инфляции покупательская способность людей снизилась.

B2 adverb /ˈpʌŋk.tʃu.əl.i/

Punctually

пунктуально

Meaning

at the exact time arranged; on time; not late

Example

She always arrives punctually for meetings.

Она всегда приходит на встречи пунктуально.

B2 noun /pænˈdɛmɪk/

pandemic

пандемия

Meaning

An outbreak of a disease that occurs on a global scale.

Example

The COVID-19 pandemic changed the world dramatically.

Пандемия COVID-19 изменила мир драматически.

B2 adverb /prɪˈdɒmɪnəntli/

predominantly

преобладанию

Meaning

mainly; for the most part

Example

The population in the city is predominantly young.

Население города в основном молодое.

B2 adjective /prəˈfaʊnd/

profound

глубокий

Meaning

Very great or intense; having deep insight or understanding.

Example

The speech had a profound impact on the audience.

Речь оказала глубокое влияние на аудиторию.

B2 noun /ˈpɪlər/

pillar

столб

Meaning

a strong vertical support or mainstay of a structure or system

Example

The ancient temple was supported by massive stone pillars.

Древний храм поддерживался массивными каменными столбами.

B2 verb /pəˈreɪd/

parade

парадировать, показывать

Meaning

to march in a procession; to display publicly; to show off

Example

The soldiers paraded through the streets on Independence Day.

Солдаты парадировали по улицам в День независимости.

B2 adjective ˌprəʊˈæk.tɪv

proactive

проактивный

Meaning

Taking action by causing change and not only reacting to change when it happens.

Example

Proactive strategies are needed to combat scarcity.

Проактивные стратегии необходимы для борьбы с нехваткой.

B2 noun /pʌŋk/

punk

панк

Meaning

a type of popular music, or the culture associated with it, characterized by loud, fast rhythms and rebellious attitudes

Example

He’s always been into punk music and fashion.

Он всегда увлекался панк-музыкой и модой.

B2 verb /prɪˈsiːdɪd/

preceded

предшествовал

Meaning

came before something in time, order, or position

Example

Dark clouds preceded the heavy rainfall.

Темные облака предшествовали сильному дождю.

B2 noun prəˈvɪʒ.ənz

provisions

положения

Meaning

A condition or requirement in a legal document; clauses or stipulations.

Example

Provisions must align with public aspirations.

Положения должны соответствовать общественным стремлениям.

B2 noun pərˈsweɪ.ʒən

persuasion

убедить кого-то с помощью разума или эмоций

Meaning

The act of convincing someone to change their viewpoint through reasoning or emotion.

Example

Effective persuasion is key to a successful speech.

Эффективная убеждение — ключ к успешной речи.

B2 verb (phrasal) /ˈpæs ˌɔːf/

pass-off

выдать что-то ложное за настоящее; притворяться

Meaning

to present something or someone falsely as something else; to pretend or deceive

Example

He tried to pass off the fake watch as a luxury brand.

Он попытался выдать подделку за дорогой бренд.

B2 noun /prəˈfɪʃənsi/

proficiency

профессионализм

Meaning

Competency or skill; expertise.

Example

His proficiency in multiple languages is remarkable.

Его профессионализм в нескольких языках впечатляющ.

B2 verb /prɪˈveɪl/

prevail

превалировать

Meaning

To prove more powerful or superior; to be widespread or common.

Example

Justice will always prevail over injustice.

Справедливость всегда победит несправедливость.

B2 verb prəˈlɔŋd

prolonged

продле́нный

Meaning

Extended in duration; made to last longer than usual.

Example

Modern medicine has prolonged life expectancy.

Современная медицина продлила продолжительность жизни.

B2 verb /pliːd/

plead

умолять

Meaning

to make an emotional appeal; to present a case in court

Example

She pleaded for mercy.

Она умоляла о пощаде.

B2 noun /prəˈmoʊ.tər/

promoter

продвиженец

Meaning

A person or organization that helps to organize or finance an event, business, or product launch.

Example

The promoter organized a concert for the new band.

Продвиженец организовал концерт для новой группы.

B2 adjective /ˈplɔː.zə.bəl/

plausible

правдоподобный или вероятный

Meaning

Seeming reasonable or probable; credible or believable.

Example

His excuse seemed plausible, but I had my doubts.

Его оправдание казалось правдоподобным, но у меня были сомнения.

B2 verb /ˈpjʊərɪfaɪ/

purify

очищать

Meaning

to make clean or pure; to remove impurities

Example

This filter will purify the water effectively.

Этот фильтр эффективно очистит воду.

B2 noun ˈpɛstɪˌsaɪd

pesticide

пестицид

Meaning

A substance used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals.

Example

The pesticide sprayed in the field killed the harmful insects.

Примененный в поле пестицид уничтожил вредных насекомых.

B2 noun /saɪˈkaɪətri/

psychiatry

психиатрия

Meaning

the branch of medicine focused on the study and treatment of mental illness

Example

She decided to study psychiatry to help people with mental health issues.

Она решила изучать психиатрию, чтобы помочь людям с психическими проблемами.

B2 adjective /prəˈpoʊzd/

proposed

предложенный

Meaning

suggested or put forward for consideration or discussion

Example

The proposed changes will improve the system.

Предложенные изменения улучшат систему.

B2 verb /ˈpɑːlɪʃ/

polish

полировать

Meaning

to make smooth and shiny by rubbing; to improve or refine

Example

She needs to polish her shoes before the interview.

Ей нужно отполировать свои туфли перед собеседованием.

B2 noun /pætʃ/

Patch

заплата

Meaning

a small piece of material used to mend a hole; a small area of something different

Example

She sewed a patch over the hole in her jeans.

Она пришила заплату на отверстие в своих джинсах.

B2 noun /ˈprɛfəs/

preface

предисловие

Meaning

an introduction to a book, speech, or other written work

Example

The author explained his motivation in the preface.

Автор объяснил свою мотивацию в предисловии.

B2 adjective /ˈprɪv.ə.lɪdʒd/

Privileged

привилегированный

Meaning

having special advantages; favored; elite

Example

She comes from a privileged background with many opportunities.

Она родом из привилегированного окружения и имеет много возможностей.

B2 adverb /pɪˈkju:.li.ə.li/

Peculiarly

странно; необычным образом

Meaning

in a strange or unusual way; in a manner that is distinctive or characteristic

Example

She dressed peculiarly for the formal dinner, wearing bright colors and unusual patterns.

Она оделась странно для официального ужина, носив яркие цвета и необычные узоры.

B2 adjective /pælɛˈstɪnɪən/

palestinian

палестинский

Meaning

relating to Palestine or its people

Example

The Palestinian people have a rich cultural heritage.

Палестинский народ имеет богатое культурное наследие.

B2 noun /ˈpær.ə.dɒks/

paradox

парадокс

Meaning

A seemingly contradictory statement or situation that may be true; an apparent inconsistency.

Example

The paradox of freedom is that it requires rules.

Парадокс свободы заключается в том, что она требует правил.

B2 adjective /ˈprɛdʒədɪst/

prejudiced

предвзятый

Meaning

having or showing a dislike or bias against a person or group without proper reason

Example

He was prejudiced against people from other regions.

Он был предвзят против людей из других регионов.

B2 noun /ˈplæn.tɪn/

Plantain

плантан

Meaning

a large green banana-like fruit that is usually cooked before eating

Example

Plantain can be fried, boiled, or baked and is a staple food in many tropical countries.

Плантан можно жарить, варить или запекать, и он является основным продуктом питания во многих тропических странах.

B2 adjective /praɪm/

prime

первоклассный, важный

Meaning

Of the best quality; most important; peak condition.

Example

She is in the prime of her career.

Она на лучшем этапе своей карьеры.

B2 noun /pɔːrtʃ/

porch

веранда

Meaning

a covered area at the entrance of a building, often with a roof and open sides

Example

We sat on the porch and enjoyed the evening breeze.

Мы сидели на веранде и наслаждались вечерним бризом.

B2 noun /ˌprɒsɪˈkjuːʃən/

prosecution

обвинение

Meaning

The act of bringing a criminal charge against someone and pursuing legal action in court.

Example

The prosecution presented strong evidence against the defendant.

Обвинение представило убедительные доказательства против обвиняемого.

B2 adjective /ˈpæʃənət/

passionate

страстный

Meaning

showing or caused by strong feelings or a strong belief

Example

He is passionate about environmental conservation.

Он страстно увлечен охраной окружающей среды.

B2 adjective /ˈpɪt.i.fəl/

pitiful

жалкий, плачевный, очень маленький

Meaning

deserving or arousing pity; very small or inadequate

Example

The team's performance was pitiful compared to last year.

Выступление команды было жалким по сравнению с прошлым годом.

B2 noun /pʌls/

Pulse

бобовое

Meaning

edible seeds of leguminous plants such as lentils, beans, and peas

Example

Pulses are an excellent source of protein for vegetarians.

Бобовые являются отличным источником белка для вегетарианцев.

B2 noun /ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃən/

proposition

предложение, план

Meaning

A statement, idea, or plan put forward for consideration or discussion.

Example

The company made a business proposition to the investors.

Компания сделала бизнес-пропозицию инвесторам.

B2 noun pɑrˈtɪʃən

partition

разделение

Meaning

The action of dividing or being divided into parts; separation.

Example

Partition caused unrest.

Разделение вызвало беспокойство.

B2 noun /prəˈseʃ.ən/

Procession

процессия; шествие;

Meaning

a group of people or vehicles moving forward in an organized way, especially as part of a ceremony

Example

The wedding procession walked slowly to the church.

Свадебная процессия шла медленно к церкви.

B2 noun /prəˈvaɪdər/

provider

поставщик

Meaning

a person or thing that provides something.

Example

The service provider ensures that all customers receive timely support.

Поставщик услуг гарантирует, что все клиенты получат своевременную поддержку.

B2 adjective /pəˈrɛntəl/

parental

связанный с родителями

Meaning

relating to a parent or parents; characteristic of a mother or father

Example

Parental guidance is important for a child's development.

Родительское руководство важно для развития ребенка.

B2 noun /ˈpærɪʃ/

parish

парафия

Meaning

A local church community or the area served by a parish church.

Example

The parish gathered for Sunday service.

Парафия собралась для воскресной службы.

B2 adverb /ˈpraɪ.vət.li/

Privately

лично; конфиденциально

Meaning

in a private manner; without others present; confidentially

Example

She spoke to him privately about the matter.

Она поговорила с ним лично по этому вопросу.

B2 noun /pərˈfek.ʃən/

Perfection

совершенство

Meaning

the state of being complete and without flaws; the highest degree of excellence

Example

The artist spent years trying to achieve perfection in his paintings.

Художник потратил годы, пытаясь достичь совершенства в своих картинах.

B2 adjective /ˈpaʊərləs/

powerless

бессильный

Meaning

without ability, influence, or strength

Example

She felt powerless against the unfair system.

Она чувствовала себя бессильной против несправедливой системы.

B2 noun /plʌɡ/

plug

вилка

Meaning

a device used to connect or block an opening

Example

She inserted the plug into the socket.

Она вставила вилку в розетку.

B2 noun /ˌpʌɪ.əˈnɪr/

Pioneer

человек, который первым исследует или осваивает новую территорию; тот, кто разрабатывает новые идеи или методы

Meaning

a person who is among the first to explore or settle a new area; someone who develops new ideas or methods

Example

She was a pioneer in the field of computer science.

Она была пионером в области компьютерных наук.

B2 noun /prɒkˈsɪmɪti/

proximity

близость

Meaning

Nearness in space, time, or relationship.

Example

The proximity of the school to her house made it convenient.

Близость школы к её дому сделала это удобным.

B2 noun /præŋk/

prank

шутка

Meaning

A trick that is intended to be funny but not harmful.

Example

They played a harmless prank on their friend during the party.

Они сыграли безвредную шутку с другом на вечеринке.

B2 adjective /ˌpriːməˈtjʊər/

premature

преждевременный

Meaning

Happening or done before the usual or proper time.

Example

His decision to quit the job was premature.

Его решение уйти с работы было преждевременным.

B2 noun /ˈpref.ər.əns/

Preference

предпочтение

Meaning

a greater liking for one alternative over another or others

Example

She has a preference for classical music over pop music.

Она предпочитает классическую музыку поп-музыке.

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.

B2 adjective /ˌpoʊstˈwɔːr/

post-war

послевоенный

Meaning

relating to the period after a war has ended

Example

The country experienced rapid economic growth in the post-war years.

В послевоенные годы страна быстро развивалась.

B2 verb /ˈpenɪtreɪt/

penetrate

проникать

Meaning

to go into or through something; to understand something deeply

Example

The bullet penetrated the wall.

Пуля проникла в стену.

B2 adjective /ˈpleɪfəl/

playful

игривый, шаловливый

Meaning

full of fun and high spirits; lively

Example

The puppy was very playful, running around the garden.

Щенок был очень игривым, бегал по саду.

B2 adjective /ˈprɛsɪŋ/

pressing

неотложный

Meaning

Requiring immediate attention or urgent action.

Example

The manager had to deal with several pressing issues at once.

Менеджеру пришлось одновременно решать несколько неотложных проблем.

B2 noun ˌprez.əˈveɪ.ʃən

preservation

сохранение

Meaning

The action of maintaining something in its original or existing state; protection from harm or damage.

Example

Proper preservation extends the lifespan of machinery.

Правильная сохранность увеличивает срок службы оборудования.

B2 noun /ˈplænər/

planner

планировщик

Meaning

a person who makes plans or a book used for organizing schedules and tasks

Example

She uses a daily planner to organize her meetings.

Она использует ежедневник для организации своих встреч.

B2 noun /ˈpen neɪm/

Pen-name

псевдоним

Meaning

a fictitious name used by an author instead of their real name; a pseudonym

Example

Mark Twain was the pen-name of Samuel Clemens.

Марк Твен был псевдонимом Сэмюэля Клеменса.

B2 adjective /fəˈnɒmɪnəl/

phenomenal

феноменальный

Meaning

extraordinary, remarkable, or exceptional in a way that is very impressive

Example

The team achieved phenomenal success in the tournament.

Команда достигла феноменального успеха на турнире.

B2 adjective /ˌprɛzɪˈdɛnʃəl/

presidential

президентский

Meaning

relating to a president or presidency

Example

The presidential election is scheduled for next month.

Президенские выборы назначены на следующий месяц.

B2 noun /ˈpriːmiəm/

premium

премия

Meaning

an amount of money paid regularly for an insurance policy; something of superior quality or value

Example

You need to pay your insurance premium every year.

Вам нужно платить вашу страховую премию каждый год.

B2 noun /ˈpæd.i/

Paddy

необработанный рис; рисовое поле

Meaning

rice in its natural state before processing; a field where rice is grown

Example

The farmers worked hard in the paddy fields during harvest season.

Фермеры усердно работали на рисовых полях во время сезона сбора урожая.

B2 noun /ˈpær.ə.daɪs/

Paradise

рай; место или состояние совершенного счастья; идеальное место

Meaning

heaven; a place or state of perfect happiness; an ideal or perfect place

Example

The tropical island was like paradise for the tourists.

Тропический остров был как рай для туристов.

B2 adjective /pəˈzes.ɪv/

Possessive

счастье

Meaning

showing a desire to own or control something; unwilling to share; jealously protective

Example

He is very possessive about his car.

Она не могла скрыть своё счастье, когда получила награду.

B2 noun /ˌpɜːrsəˈnel/

personnel

персонал

Meaning

People employed in an organization or engaged in an organized undertaking such as military service.

Example

The company is hiring more personnel for its new branch.

Компания нанимает больше персонала для своего нового филиала.

B2 noun /ˈpredʒ.ə.dɪs/

Prejudice

предвзятость

Meaning

preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience

Example

We must fight against prejudice and discrimination in our society.

Мы должны бороться с предвзятостью и дискриминацией в нашем обществе.

B2 noun /ˈprɑsɪˌkjuːtər/

prosecutor

прокурор

Meaning

a lawyer who represents the government in criminal cases

Example

The prosecutor argued that the defendant was guilty of the crime.

Прокурор утверждал, что обвиняемый виновен в преступлении.

B2 verb /plaʊ/

plough

пахать

Meaning

to break up and turn over soil using a plough; to move through something with difficulty

Example

The farmer ploughs the field every spring.

Фермер пашет поле каждую весну.

B2 noun /ˈprɛmɪs/

premise

предпосылка / здание

Meaning

a statement or idea on which reasoning or an argument is based; also a building or property

Example

His argument was based on a false premise.

Его аргумент был основан на ложной предпосылке.

B2 noun /fɪˈlɒsəfə/

philosopher

философ

Meaning

a person engaged in the study of philosophy or in serious thinking about fundamental questions

Example

Socrates was a famous philosopher of ancient Greece.

Сократ был знаменитым философом древней Греции.

B2 noun /ˈpaɪ.rət/

Pirate

пират

Meaning

a person who attacks and robs ships at sea; someone who uses or reproduces copyrighted material illegally

Example

The pirate ship was spotted near the coast.

Пиратский корабль был замечен недалеко от побережья.

B2 noun pəˈspek.tɪvz

perspectives

перспектива

Meaning

A particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view.

Example

New perspectives enhance understanding.

Новые перспективы помогают улучшить понимание.

B2 verb /pərˈsɪst/

persist

упорствовать

Meaning

to continue firmly in an action or opinion despite difficulty or opposition

Example

She decided to persist in her efforts to learn French.

Она решила настоять на своих усилиях выучить французский.

B2 noun pəˈluː.tənts

pollutants

загрязнители

Meaning

A substance that pollutes or contaminates the environment.

Example

Pollutants contribute to environmental degradation.

Загрязняющие вещества способствуют деградации окружающей среды.

B2 noun, verb /pɪə(r)/

peer

равный

Meaning

noun: a person of the same rank or status; verb: to look closely or with difficulty

Example

He tried to peer through the fog to see his peers on the other side.

Он пытался заглянуть через туман, чтобы увидеть своих сверстников с другой стороны.

B2 verb /pəˈluːt/

pollute

загрязнять

Meaning

to make air, water, or land dirty and harmful to people, animals, and plants

Example

Factories pollute the environment with toxic chemicals.

Фабрики загрязняют окружающую среду токсичными химикатами.

B2 noun /fɪˈlɒs.ə.fi/

philosophy

философия

Meaning

the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence

Example

Her philosophy emphasizes kindness and empathy.

Ее философия подчеркивает доброту и эмпатию.

B2 noun /ˈpɪl.ɡrɪm/

Pilgrim

пилигрим; путешественник

Meaning

a person who journeys to a sacred place for religious reasons; a traveler

Example

The pilgrim walked for days to reach the holy shrine.

Пилигрим шел несколько дней, чтобы добраться до святого святилища.

B2 noun /ˈpɑːtnəʃɪp/

partnership

партнёрство

Meaning

the state of being a partner or a group of partners

Example

Our partnership has helped both companies grow.

Наше партнёрство помогло обеим компаниям развиваться.

B2 noun /ˈpes.ə.mɪst/

Pessimist

пессимист

Meaning

a person who tends to see the worst aspect of things or believes that the worst will happen; someone who lacks hope or confidence in the future

Example

Being a pessimist, he always expected the worst outcome.

Будучи пессимистом, он всегда ожидал худший результат.

B2 adjective /plʌmp/

plump

пухлый или округлый

Meaning

having a full, rounded shape; pleasantly fat

Example

The cat was plump and well-fed.

Кошка была пухлой и хорошо накормленной.

упорство

Meaning

the quality of continuing steadily despite problems or difficulties

Example

His persistence finally paid off when he got the job.

Его упорство, наконец, принесло плоды, когда он получил работу.