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C2 verb /rɪˈtrɛntʃ/

retrench

сокращать расходы, увольнять сотрудников
Meaning
to reduce costs, spending, or staff to save resources
Example
The company had to retrench employees due to financial difficulties.
Компания была вынуждена уволить сотрудников из-за финансовых трудностей.
C1 noun /ˌævɒ̃ˈɡɑːrd/

avantgarde

авангард
Meaning
people or works that are innovative, experimental, and ahead of their time
Example
The avantgarde of the 20th century reshaped modern art.
Авангард XX века преобразил современное искусство.
C2 adjective /əˈrækjələr/

oracular

оракульный
Meaning
Resembling an oracle; giving wise, mysterious, or prophetic statements
Example
Her oracular words left the audience deep in thought.
Ее оракульные слова заставили аудиторию задуматься.
C2 noun /bəˈfuːnəri/

buffoonery

глупость
Meaning
Foolish or ridiculous behavior intended to amuse.
Example
His constant buffoonery irritated the serious audience.
Его постоянная глупость раздражала серьезную аудиторию.
A1 adjective /ˈeɪbl/

able

способный
Meaning
having the power, skill, or means to do something
Example
She is able to speak three languages fluently.
Она способна говорить на трех языках бегло.
B2 verb ˈɪmplɪmentɪd

implemented

реализованный
Meaning
Put a decision or plan into effect; carried out or executed.
Example
The master plans were partially implemented.
Основные планы были частично реализованы.
B2 noun /ˈmɛntɔːr/

mentor

наставник
Meaning
an experienced person who advises and guides someone less experienced
Example
She acted as a mentor for the new employees.
Она была наставником для новых сотрудников.
B2 noun ˈaʊt.pʊt

output

производство
Meaning
The amount of something produced by a person, machine, or industry.
Example
Climate change reduces agricultural output.
Изменение климата снижает сельскохозяйственное производство.
A2 noun, adjective /ˈkrɪstʃən/

christian

христианин
Meaning
a person who follows the religion based on the teachings of Jesus Christ
Example
She is a devoted Christian who attends church every Sunday.
Она преданный христианин, который ходит в церковь каждое воскресенье.
C1 verb /ˈoʊvərˌhɔːl/

overhaul

полная переработка
Meaning
to examine thoroughly and repair or improve something that is worn or ineffective
Example
The company decided to overhaul its outdated computer system.
Компания решила провести полную переработку своей устаревшей компьютерной системы.
C2 noun /skʌlˈdʌɡəri/

skulduggery

мошенничество
Meaning
underhanded or dishonest behavior
Example
The politician was accused of financial skulduggery.
Политика обвинили в финансовых махинациях.
C1 noun /ˈbaɪ.lɔː/

by-law

местный закон
Meaning
A rule made by a company, organization, or local authority to control the actions of its members.
Example
The city council passed a new by-law regulating street vendors.
Городской совет принял новый закон, регулирующий уличных торговцев.
B2 noun /ˈhaʊs boʊt/

House boat

дом на воде
Meaning
a boat that has been designed or modified to be used primarily as a home
Example
They spent their vacation on a beautiful house boat in the lake.
Они провели свой отпуск на красивом доме на воде на озере.
C1 adverb /ˌʌnkənˈvɛnʃənəli/

unconventionally

неконвенционально
Meaning
in a way that is not based on or conforming to accepted standards or norms
Example
She dresses unconventionally, mixing bold colors and patterns that surprise everyone.
Она одевается неконвенционально, сочетая яркие цвета и узоры, которые удивляют всех.
B1 /ˈpæt.ən/

Pattern

узор / шаблон
Meaning
A repeated decorative design or a regular way in which something happens or is done.
Example
The dress had a beautiful floral pattern.
Платье имело красивый цветочный узор.
C2 noun /ˈseɪ.li.əns/

salience

выразительность
Meaning
The quality of being particularly noticeable or important; prominence.
Example
The salience of the issue was highlighted in the debate.
Выразительность проблемы была выделена в дебатах.
C2 noun /haɪˈdrɒmɪtər/

hydrometer

гидрометр
Meaning
An instrument used to measure the density or specific gravity of liquids.
Example
The brewer used a hydrometer to test the sugar content of the solution.
Пивовар использовал гидрометр, чтобы измерить плотность сахарного раствора.
C1 verb /kənˈkɜːr/

concur

согласиться
Meaning
To agree with someone or something.
Example
I concur with your opinion on this matter.
Я согласен с вашим мнением по этому вопросу.
C2 adjective /ˈæn.ə.daɪn/

anodyne

безвредный, обезболивающий
Meaning
Not likely to cause offense; bland or harmless. Also refers to something that relieves pain.
Example
The speaker’s anodyne remarks avoided controversy.
Беспристрастные замечания оратора избегали контроверсий.
C2 noun /ˈpiːs ɡʊdz/

Piece-goods

ткань на развес
Meaning
textiles or fabrics sold by the yard or meter; cloth materials
Example
The tailor bought piece-goods from the wholesale market to make custom dresses.
Портной купил ткань на развес на оптовом рынке для изготовления платьев по заказу.
C1 noun /əˈtrɑːsəti/

atrocity

зверство
Meaning
an extremely cruel or violent act, often involving physical violence
Example
The world condemned the atrocity committed against civilians.
Мир осудил зверство, совершенное против мирных жителей.
A2 noun ˈprɒdʒekt

project

проект
Meaning
An individual or collaborative enterprise that is carefully planned to achieve a particular aim
Example
Working on two projects simultaneously is difficult.
Работать над двумя проектами одновременно сложно.
C2 adjective /koʊˈtɜːr.mɪ.nəs/

coterminous

совпадающий
Meaning
having the same boundaries or extent in space, time, or meaning
Example
The two jurisdictions are coterminous, sharing the same borders.
Два юрисдикции совпадают, деля одинаковые границы.
C1 adjective /ˈfɜːrtɪv/

furtive

тайный
Meaning
Attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble.
Example
He cast a furtive glance at the door before leaving.
Он бросил тайный взгляд на дверь перед тем, как уйти.
B2 verb /slæm/

slam

ударить с силой
Meaning
to close or hit something with great force
Example
He slammed the door angrily after the argument.
Он с силой закрыл дверь после ссоры.
B2 adjective /ˈvaɪəbəl/

viable

жизнеспособный, осуществимый
Meaning
Capable of working successfully; feasible.
Example
A viable solution is necessary for long-term success.
Жизнеспособное решение необходимо для долгосрочного успеха.
A2 noun /maʊθ/

Mouth

рот
Meaning
the opening in the face used for eating, drinking, speaking, and breathing
Example
Please open your mouth wide for the dentist to examine.
Пожалуйста, откройте рот широко, чтобы стоматолог мог осмотреть.
C2 noun /kroʊn/

crone

старая женщина
Meaning
An old woman, often one who is thin and ugly, sometimes associated with witch-like qualities.
Example
The children were scared by the story of the wicked crone in the forest.
Дети испугались истории о злой старой женщине в лесу.
A2 adjective /ɪl/

Ill

болен; нездоров; в плохом состоянии здоровья
Meaning
sick; unwell; in poor health
Example
He felt ill and decided to stay home from work.
Он чувствовал себя больным и решил остаться дома от работы.
B2 noun /ˈtrʌmpɪt/

Trumpet

труба
Meaning
a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; military signal instrument
Example
The soldier played the trumpet to signal the troops.
Солдат играл на трубе, чтобы подать сигнал войскам.
C1 adjective /ʌnˈhoʊli/

Unholy

непристойный; грешный; профанный
Meaning
wicked; sinful; profane
Example
The unholy alliance between the two companies caused public outrage.
Не священный союз между двумя компаниями вызвал общественное возмущение.
B2 noun /ˈfeɪ.lɪŋ/

Failing

неудача; ошибка; слабость
Meaning
a weakness, especially in a person's character; a fault
Example
His only failing is that he talks too much during meetings.
Его единственная неудача - это то, что он слишком много говорит на собраниях.
B2 noun /æmˈfɪbiən/

amphibian

Meaning
A cold-blooded vertebrate animal that can live both on land and in water.
Example
A frog is a common amphibian that lives both in water and on land.
C2 verb /ɪkˈspeɪʃiˌeɪt/

expatiate

говорить или писать подробно
Meaning
to speak or write at length or in detail
Example
The professor expatiated on the importance of critical thinking.
Профессор экспатировал о важности критического мышления.
C2 noun /ˈkɒnsəvəˌtwɑː/

conservatoire

консерватория
Meaning
A school specializing in the study of music or drama.
Example
She trained as a pianist at the Paris Conservatoire.
Она училась на пианиста в Парижской консерватории.
C2 noun /tʊˈriːn/

tureen

супница
Meaning
A large deep dish with a cover, used for serving soups or stews.
Example
She brought the hot soup to the table in a silver tureen.
Она принесла горячий суп на стол в серебряной супнице.
C1 noun /ˈdaʊri/

dowry

приданое
Meaning
Property or money brought by a bride to her husband at marriage.
Example
The dowry tradition is still followed in some cultures.
Традиция приданого до сих пор соблюдается в некоторых культурах.
B2 adverb /ˈmæn.ju.ə.li/

Manually

вручную; с физическим усилием;
Meaning
by hand; using physical effort rather than machines
Example
The data was entered manually into the system.
Данные были введены вручную в систему.
A1 adjective /ˈhæpi/

happy

счастье
Meaning
feeling or showing pleasure, contentment, or joy
Example
She was very happy to receive the gift.
Она была очень счастлива получить подарок.
B1 adjective ˈlɔːŋ.tɜːrm

long-term

долгосрочный, устойчивый, стабильный
Meaning
Occurring over or involving a relatively long period of time.
Example
Long-term planning is necessary for environmental conservation.
Долгосрочное планирование необходимо для охраны окружающей среды.
B2 noun /baɪˈɒɡrəfi/

Biography

биография
Meaning
an account of someone's life written by someone else; the story of a person's life
Example
I'm reading a fascinating biography of Albert Einstein.
Я читаю увлекательную биографию Альберта Эйнштейна.
B2 noun /ˈɡæl.ək.si/

Galaxy

галактика
Meaning
a system of millions or billions of stars, together with gas and dust, held together by gravitational attraction
Example
The Milky Way is the galaxy that contains our solar system and Earth.
Млечный Путь — это галактика, которая содержит нашу солнечную систему и Землю.
B2 noun fəˈtiːɡ

fatigue

усталость
Meaning
Physical or mental exhaustion due to prolonged exertion or mental stress
Example
Lack of sleep leads to extreme fatigue.
Недостаток сна ведет к сильной усталости.
C2 noun /ˈɡʊrmənd/

gourmand

гурман
Meaning
A person who enjoys eating a lot or has a great appetite for food.
Example
As a true gourmand, he never missed an opportunity to try new dishes.
Как настоящий гурман, он никогда не упускал возможности попробовать новые блюда.
B1 noun /ˌfɜːrst ˈeɪd/

first aid

первая помощь
Meaning
Immediate assistance given to a sick or injured person until full medical treatment is available
Example
He gave first aid to the injured cyclist before the ambulance arrived.
Он оказал первую помощь пострадавшему велосипедисту до приезда скорой помощи.
C1 noun, adjective /ˈɡʊrmeɪ/

gourmet

гурме
Meaning
A person who appreciates fine food and drink; also refers to high-quality food.
Example
They went to a gourmet restaurant to celebrate their anniversary.
Они пошли в ресторан гурме, чтобы отпраздновать свою годовщину.
A2 adjective /ˈwɜːrkɪŋ/

working

работающий
Meaning
engaged in physical or mental effort to achieve a goal or task
Example
She is working on her project right now.
Она сейчас работает над своим проектом.
B2 adjective /ˈiːtəbl̩/

eatable

съедобный
Meaning
suitable or safe for eating
Example
The berries are not only eatable but also quite tasty.
Ягоды не только съедобны, но и довольно вкусные.
C1 verb, noun /mɛʃ/

mesh

сетка, переплетать
Meaning
To fit or work together properly; or a material made of interlaced threads.
Example
The two gears mesh perfectly to keep the machine running smoothly.
Два шестерёнки идеально соединяются, чтобы обеспечить плавную работу машины.
C1 verb /skwɪnt/

squint

прищуриться
Meaning
to look with partly closed eyes
Example
She squinted at the bright sunlight.
Она прищурилась от яркого солнечного света.
B2 adjective /ˈfes.tɪv/

Festive

праздничный; радостный; фееричный
Meaning
joyful; celebratory; having the characteristics of a festival
Example
The house looked festive with colorful decorations.
Дом выглядел праздничным с яркими украшениями.
A1 noun/adjective/preposition /pɑːst/

past

прошлое
Meaning
the time before the present; gone by in time
Example
He often thinks about his past mistakes.
Он часто думает о своих прошлых ошибках.
C1 adjective, verb, noun /ˈkaʊntərfɪt/

counterfeit

подделка
Meaning
made to look like something genuine in order to deceive
Example
The police seized a batch of counterfeit currency.
Полиция изъяла партию фальшивых денег.
A2 noun /bɪɡ boʊl/

Big bowl

большая миска
Meaning
a large, round, shallow container used for serving food, mixing ingredients, or washing
Example
She mixed the ingredients in a big bowl.
Она смешала ингредиенты в большой миске.
C2 adjective ˌɪm.pəˈtɜː.bə.bəl

imperturbable

неподвижный
Meaning
Unable to be upset or excited; not easily disturbed.
Example
His imperturbable nature made him a great leader.
Его неподвижный характер сделал его отличным лидером.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈbæləns/

Unbalanced

неуравновешенный; нестабильный
Meaning
not balanced; lacking stability or equilibrium; mentally unstable
Example
The unbalanced table kept wobbling.
Неуравновешенный стол продолжал покачиваться.
C1 noun /ˌiː.kwɪˈlɪb.ri.əm/

equilibrium

равновесие
Meaning
A state of physical balance or stability in physical, mental, or economic conditions.
Example
The market reached an equilibrium between supply and demand.
Рынок достиг равновесия между спросом и предложением.
C1 noun /ɡɔːrd/

Gourd

тыква
Meaning
a climbing plant with large fruits that have hard shells when dried
Example
The bottle gourd curry was delicious and nutritious.
Бутылочная тыква карри была вкусной и питательной.
B2 noun ˈbɛriəl saɪt

burial site

место захоронения
Meaning
A place where a dead body is buried.
Example
The burial site of the martyrs was near the riverbank.
Место захоронения мучеников было рядом с берегом реки.
B1 noun /pɒnd/

Pond

пруд
Meaning
a small body of still water formed naturally or by artificial means
Example
The children fed the ducks at the pond in the park.
Дети кормили уток в пруду в парке.
B2 noun /ˈsel.ər.i/

Celery

сельдерей
Meaning
a green vegetable with long crisp stems that can be eaten raw or cooked
Example
I added chopped celery to the soup for extra flavor.
Я добавил нарезанный сельдерей в суп для дополнительного вкуса.
C2 noun /ˈoʊ.kəm/

oakum

волокна старых веревок
Meaning
loose fibers obtained by untwisting old ropes, used for caulking ships
Example
The shipbuilders used oakum to seal the gaps in the wooden planks.
Строители кораблей использовали окам, чтобы запечатать щели в деревянных досках.
C1 noun /əbˈzɜːrvətɔːri/

observatory

обсерватория
Meaning
A building equipped for observing astronomical or meteorological events.
Example
The observatory is open to the public on weekends.
Обсерватория открыта для посетителей по выходным.
C1 noun /ˈnʌr.ɪʃ.mənt/

nourishment

питание
Meaning
Food and nutrients necessary for the body's growth and development.
Example
Proper nourishment is essential for child development.
Правильное питание необходимо для развития ребенка.
B1 verb /ɪˈstæblɪʃ/

establish

установить
Meaning
To set up, create, or bring into existence something on a firm basis.
Example
The company plans to establish a new office in Dhaka.
Компания планирует открыть новый офис в Дакке.
A1 adverb /nɪər/

Near

рядом
Meaning
close in space or time; almost
Example
The school is very near to my house.
Школа очень рядом с моим домом.
C1 noun /ˈruː.bi/

Ruby

рубин
Meaning
a precious red gemstone; a deep red variety of corundum
Example
The ruby ring was her most treasured possession.
Кольцо с рубином было её самым дорогим достоянием.
B2 noun /ˈɡɑːr.di.ən/

Guardian

опекун; страж
Meaning
a defender, protector, or keeper; a person legally responsible for the care of someone unable to manage their own affairs
Example
After her parents died, her uncle became her legal guardian and took care of her.
После смерти ее родителей, ее дядя стал ее законным опекуном и позаботился о ней.
B2 noun /tʃʌŋk/

chunk

кусок / ломоть
Meaning
a thick or solid piece of something
Example
She cut the cake into large chunks.
Она нарезала торт большими кусками.
B2 noun kəˈmɪʃ.ən

commission

комиссия
Meaning
An official group of people entrusted by a government with a particular function.
Example
The commission recommends constitutional reforms.
Комиссия рекомендует конституционные реформы.
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.
A2 noun /ˈnoʊtbʊk/

notebook

Meaning
a small book with blank or ruled pages for writing notes; also a portable computer
Example
She opened her notebook to jot down some ideas.
B2 noun /əˌbriːviˈeɪʃən/

abbreviation

аббревиатура
Meaning
a shortened form of a word or phrase
Example
NASA is an abbreviation for National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
NASA — это аббревиатура от National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
B1 noun /ˈætməsˌfɪər/

Atmosphere

атмосфера
Meaning
the envelope of gases surrounding the earth or another planet; the pervading tone or mood of a place
Example
The atmosphere protects us from harmful solar radiation.
Атмосфера защищает нас от вредного солнечного излучения.
B1 adjective /ˈfəʊkəst/

focused

сосредоточенный
Meaning
Directing a great deal of attention or effort toward a particular activity, situation, or person.
Example
Staying focused during work hours enhances productivity.
Оставаться сосредоточенным во время работы повышает продуктивность.
C2 adjective /prɪˈskrɪptɪbəl/

prescriptible

предписываемый
Meaning
Capable of being prescribed or laid down as a rule or directive.
Example
Certain regulations are prescriptible under the law.
Некоторые правила могут быть предписаны законом.
C2 noun /ˈkæl.əm.ni/

Calumny

клевета
Meaning
the making of false and defamatory statements about someone in order to damage their reputation
Example
The politician sued the newspaper for spreading calumny about his personal life.
Политик подал в суд на газету за распространение клеветы о его личной жизни.
B1 noun /kræft/

craft

умение, ремесло, искусство
Meaning
an activity involving skill in making things by hand; a trade or occupation
Example
She has mastered the craft of pottery.
Она овладела ремеслом гончарного дела.
B2 noun/verb /briːtʃ/

breach

нарушение
Meaning
A violation or breaking of a law, agreement, or code of conduct; an act of breaking or failing to observe a law, agreement, or code of conduct.
Example
The company faced a breach of data security.
Компания столкнулась с нарушением безопасности данных.
A2 adverb /ˈɔːlmoʊst/

almost

почти
Meaning
very nearly, but not exactly or completely
Example
He almost missed the train.
Он почти опоздал на поезд.
B2 noun /hʌm/

Hum

гудение
Meaning
a low continuous sound; to make a low continuous droning sound
Example
The constant hum of the air conditioner helped her fall asleep peacefully.
Постоянное гудение кондиционера помогло ей спокойно уснуть.
B1 noun /ˈbeɪ.kɪŋ ˈsoʊ.də/

Baking Soda

пекарская сода
Meaning
sodium bicarbonate used in cooking and baking as a leavening agent
Example
Add a teaspoon of baking soda to make the cake fluffy.
Добавьте чайную ложку пекарской соды, чтобы сделать торт пышным.
C1 noun /tækˈtɪʃ.ən/

tactician

тактик
Meaning
a person who is skilled at planning and achieving goals, especially in military or business
Example
Napoleon was a brilliant tactician.
Наполеон был выдающимся тактиком.
B2 noun /ˈrɪdəl/

Riddle

загадка
Meaning
a question or statement intentionally phrased so as to require ingenuity in ascertaining its answer or meaning; a puzzle
Example
The ancient riddle stumped all the scholars for years.
Древняя загадка сбивала с толку всех учёных на протяжении многих лет.
C1 noun /nɪərˈvɑːnə/

nirvana

Meaning
A state of perfect happiness, peace, and freedom from suffering; in Buddhism, the ultimate goal of liberation.
Example
Meditation helps some people seek nirvana in their lives.
B2 adjective /ˈkrɛd.ɪ.bəl/

credible

заслуживающий доверия
Meaning
able to be believed; convincing
Example
Her explanation was credible enough to convince the committee.
Ее объяснение было достаточно заслуживающим доверия, чтобы убедить комитет.
B2 verb /ˈɡʌvərn/

govern

управлять
Meaning
to control and direct the public policy and affairs of a state, organization, or people
Example
The president governs the country wisely.
Президент мудро управляет страной.
B2 noun /ˈærəɡəns/

Arrogance

аррогантность
Meaning
having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities
Example
His arrogance made him unpopular among his colleagues.
Его аррогантность сделала его непопулярным среди коллег.
C2 verb /ɪˈfeɪs/

efface

стереть
Meaning
To erase or wipe out something; to make oneself inconspicuous.
Example
Time had effaced the letters on the old gravestone.
Время стерло буквы на старом надгробье.
C1 noun /bəˈnɛv.ə.ləns/

benevolence

благожелательность или милосердие
Meaning
The quality of being well meaning and kindly; the disposition to do good.
Example
His benevolence towards the poor earned him respect.
Его доброжелательность к бедным принесла ему уважение.
B1 noun /æks/

Axe

топор
Meaning
a tool with a heavy blade for cutting wood
Example
The lumberjack swung his axe to chop the tree.
Лесоруб размахивал своим топором, чтобы срубить дерево.
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 noun /liˈeɪzɒn/

liaison

связь
Meaning
communication or cooperation between people or groups for a smooth working relationship
Example
She works as a liaison between the company and its clients.
Она работает как связующее звено между компанией и её клиентами.
C1 noun /ˌɛlɪˈveɪʃən/

elevation

высота
Meaning
The act of raising something to a higher position or level.
Example
The hikers reached a high elevation after hours of climbing.
Путешественники достигли большой высоты после нескольких часов подъема.
A2 noun /ˈsɪz.ərz/

Scissors

ножницы
Meaning
a cutting instrument with two sharp blades that are joined and work against each other
Example
She used scissors to cut the paper into small pieces.
Она использовала ножницы, чтобы нарезать бумагу на маленькие кусочки.
C1 noun/verb /ˈtæm.pər.ɪŋ/

tampering

незаконное вмешательство
Meaning
The action of interfering with something in order to cause damage or make unauthorized alterations.
Example
Tampering with evidence is a criminal offense.
Манипуляция с доказательствами является уголовным преступлением.
A2 noun /ˈmærɪdʒ/

marriage

счастье
Meaning
The legally or formally recognized union of two people as partners in a personal relationship.
Example
Their marriage lasted for over thirty years.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
C2 noun /ɪˌledʒ.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Illegibility

неразборчивость
Meaning
the quality of being impossible or difficult to read; unclear writing or print
Example
The doctor's handwriting was famous for its illegibility among the pharmacy staff.
Рукопись врача была известна своей неразборчивостью среди персонала аптеки.
C1 adjective /ˈkjʊərəbl/

curable

излечимый
Meaning
Able to be cured or healed.
Example
The doctor assured her that the disease was curable.
Доктор заверил её, что болезнь излечимая.
B2 noun /ˈməʊtərɪst/

motorist

автомобилист
Meaning
a person who drives a motor vehicle, especially a car or motorcycle
Example
The motorist stopped to help after seeing the accident on the highway.
Автомобилист остановился, чтобы помочь после аварии.
B1 noun /ˈmɒr.əl/

Moral

мораль
Meaning
a lesson about right and wrong conduct; principles of right behavior
Example
The moral of the story is to always tell the truth.
Мораль истории заключается в том, чтобы всегда говорить правду.
C1 adjective /prəˈdɪdʒəs/

prodigious

колоссальный
Meaning
remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree
Example
The team made a prodigious effort to complete the project on time.
Команда сделала колоссальные усилия, чтобы завершить проект вовремя.
B2 noun /ˌveəriˈeɪʃən/

Variation

вариация; изменение; разница в состоянии или количестве
Meaning
a change or difference in condition, amount, or level; a different or distinct form or version of something
Example
There was a significant variation in temperature throughout the day.
Была значительная вариация температуры в течение дня.
C2 noun /ˈneɪdɪər/

nadir

Meaning
The lowest point of a situation or condition.
Example
The company reached its nadir during the financial crisis.
B2 noun /ˈbætəlˌfiːld/

battlefield

поле битвы
Meaning
a place where a battle is fought
Example
The battlefield was covered with the remnants of the fight.
Поле битвы было покрыто остатками боя.
C2 noun /ˈnoʊzˌɡeɪ/

nosegay

букет цветов
Meaning
a small bunch of flowers, typically given as a gift or carried for decoration
Example
She carried a nosegay of fresh roses to the ceremony.
Она принесла букет свежих роз на церемонию.
A2 noun /stɛp/

step

Meaning
a movement made by lifting one foot and putting it down in a new position
Example
She took a step towards the door.
A2 noun ˈprəʊ.ses

process

процесс
Meaning
A series of actions or steps taken in order to achieve a particular end.
Example
Recruitment involves a three-stage process.
Набор сотрудников включает в себя трехступенчатый процесс.
A2 noun /ˈbæskɪtbɔːl/

basketball

баскетбол
Meaning
a game played by two teams who try to score points by throwing a ball through a hoop
Example
He loves playing basketball with his friends.
Он любит играть в баскетбол со своими друзьями.
C1 noun, verb /ɡliːm/

gleam

проблеск
Meaning
a small or brief shining light; to shine softly
Example
A gleam of hope appeared in her eyes.
В её глазах появился проблеск надежды.
C1 adjective ˈdɪs.pər.ət

disparate

разрозненный
Meaning
containing elements very different from one another.
Example
Their opinions were disparate, leading to debates.
Их мнения были разными, что привело к дебатам.
C1 noun /ˈstaɪləs/

stylus

стилус
Meaning
a small tool used for writing, drawing, or touching screens
Example
She used a stylus to draw on her tablet.
Она использовала стилус, чтобы рисовать на своем планшете.
B1 verb /ɪmˈplɔɪ/

employ

нанимать
Meaning
to hire someone to do a job; to use something effectively
Example
The company plans to employ more engineers next year.
Компания планирует нанять больше инженеров в следующем году.
B2 noun /dɛk/

deck

палуба / платформа
Meaning
A flat surface or platform, often on a ship or building.
Example
We enjoyed the sunset from the upper deck of the ferry.
Мы наслаждались закатом с верхней палубы парома.
B2 adjective /ˌfjuːtʃəˈrɪstɪk/

futuristic

футуристический
Meaning
Having or involving very modern technology or design that is advanced beyond what is currently available
Example
Futuristic technologies are transforming industries worldwide.
Футуристические технологии преобразуют индустрии по всему миру.
C2 verb /ˈæntɪdeɪtɪd/

antedated

датированный ранее
Meaning
assigned to an earlier date than the actual one; happened earlier
Example
The letter was antedated to appear more official.
Письмо было антикредитовано, чтобы выглядеть более официально.
C1 adjective /ˈfruː.ɡəl/

Frugal

экономный; бережливый
Meaning
economical; thrifty;
Example
She is very frugal and saves money by buying only necessary items.
Она очень экономна и экономит деньги, покупая только необходимые вещи.
B2 noun speɪs ɪksplɔːˈreɪʃən

space exploration

исследование космоса
Meaning
The investigation of outer space by means of manned and unmanned spacecraft.
Example
Space exploration has expanded our knowledge of the universe.
Исследование космоса расширило наши знания о вселенной.
C2 adjective /ˈmɪnsɪŋ/

mincing

изысканный
Meaning
affectedly delicate, dainty, or refined in manner or movement
Example
He walked with mincing steps across the stage.
Он шел с изысканными шагами по сцене.
B1 verb /klæp/

clap

хлопать
Meaning
To strike the palms of the hands together, usually to express approval or create a sharp sound.
Example
The audience began to clap loudly after the performance.
Зрители начали громко хлопать после выступления.
B2 noun ˈsækrɪfaɪs

sacrifice

жертва
Meaning
An act of giving up something valued for the sake of something else.
Example
The country was freed due to the sacrifice of the warriors.
Страна была освобождена благодаря жертве воинов.