B2 noun /ˈsæŋk.tʃuˌɛr.i/

sanctuary

убежище

Meaning

A place of safety, refuge, or protection; a sacred place.

Example

The forest is a sanctuary for endangered animals.

Лес — это убежище для исчезающих животных.

B2 noun /ˈklaɪ.mət əˌdæp.teɪ.ʃən/

climate adaptation

климатическая адаптация

Meaning

The process of adjusting to current or expected climate change and its effects.

Example

Climate adaptation ensures resilience to change.

Климатическая адаптация обеспечивает устойчивость к изменениям.

B2 adverb /ˈpɑrʃəli/

Partially

частично; неполностью;

Meaning

to some extent; not completely; incompletely

Example

The building was only partially destroyed in the fire.

Здание было частично разрушено в огне.

B2 verb kənˈdem

condemn

осуждать

Meaning

To express complete disapproval of; to censure.

Example

The leaders condemned the actions as inhumane.

Лидеры осудили действия как нечеловеческие.

B2 noun /pledʒ/

Pledge

обязательство; обещание; гарантия;

Meaning

a solemn promise or undertaking; something given as security for a loan; a commitment or guarantee

Example

He made a pledge to donate money to charity.

Он дал обещание пожертвовать деньги на благотворительность.

B2 noun /ˈvɜː.tʃuː/

Virtue

добродетель; мораль; полезное качество

Meaning

behavior showing high moral standards; a good or useful quality of a thing

Example

Honesty is considered the highest virtue in many cultures.

Честность считается высшей добродетелью во многих культурах.

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.

B2 noun /nɒt/

Knot

узел

Meaning

a fastening made by tying a piece of string, rope, or something similar; a hard mass in wood

Example

The sailor tied a secure knot to anchor the boat safely.

Моряк завязал крепкий узел, чтобы надежно закрепить лодку.

B2 noun, verb /ˈriːteɪl/

retail

розничная торговля

Meaning

the sale of goods to the public in small quantities for use or consumption rather than for resale

Example

The company specializes in the retail of clothing and accessories.

Компания специализируется на розничной продаже одежды и аксессуаров.

B2 adjective /dɪˈbeɪtəbl̩/

debatable

спорный

Meaning

open to discussion or doubt; not certain

Example

It is debatable whether the policy will work.

Это спорно, будет ли политика работать.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈsiːn/

Unseen

невидимый; не замеченный или не видимый ранее

Meaning

not previously seen or noticed; invisible; hidden

Example

The unseen forces of nature can be very powerful.

Невидимые силы природы могут быть очень мощными.

B2 noun /ˈfrʌn.tɪər/

frontier

граница или новая область

Meaning

A new area of activity, knowledge, or development; the edge of knowledge or achievement.

Example

Robotic surgery is exploring a new frontier in medicine.

Роботизированная хирургия исследует новый рубеж в медицине.

B2 noun /rɪˈfjuː.zəl/

Refusal

отказ; отклонение

Meaning

the act of saying no to something or not accepting something

Example

His refusal to cooperate made the project more difficult.

Его отказ сотрудничать усложнил проект.

B2 noun /ˈʃɪpɪŋ/

shipping

доставка

Meaning

the process of transporting goods

Example

The shipping of the products was delayed due to weather conditions.

Доставка продукции была задержана из-за погодных условий.

B2 adjective /kɔːrs/

coarse

шероховатый, грубый

Meaning

Rough in texture or manner; not smooth or refined.

Example

The fabric felt coarse to the touch.

Ткань была шероховатой на ощупь.

B2 noun ˈbluː.prɪnt

blueprint

подробный план

Meaning

A detailed plan or framework for a work or project, a pre-planned structure.

Example

The architect presented a blueprint for the new building.

Архитектор представил подробный план для нового здания.

B2 adjective /dɪˈstɜː.bɪŋ/

disturbing

тревожный

Meaning

causing anxiety, worry, or emotional distress

Example

The news about the accident was deeply disturbing.

Новости о происшествии были глубоко тревожными.

B2 noun /daɪˈnæmɪks/

dynamics

динамика

Meaning

the forces or properties that stimulate growth, development, or change within a system or process

Example

The dynamics of the team changed after the new manager joined.

Динамика команды изменилась после того, как новый менеджер присоединился.

B2 noun /ˈbækɪŋ/

Backing

поддержка

Meaning

help or support; financial or material support

Example

The project received backing from several major investors.

Проект получил поддержку от нескольких крупных инвесторов.

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 noun /ˈbɜːrdn/

burden

бремя

Meaning

a heavy load, especially one that is difficult to carry

Example

The financial burden was too heavy for him to bear.

Финансовое бремя было слишком тяжёлым для него.

B2 noun /ˌmɛθəˈdɑlədʒi/

methodology

методология

Meaning

A system of methods used in a particular area of study or activity.

Example

The research was conducted using a new methodology.

Исследование было проведено с использованием новой методологии.

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.

B2 noun /ɡriːf/

Grief

глубокая печаль; скорбь

Meaning

deep sorrow, especially that caused by someone's death; trouble or suffering

Example

The family was overwhelmed with grief after losing their beloved pet.

Семья была переполнена горем после потери любимого питомца.

B2 adjective /ˈrʌs.ti/

Rusty

ржавый; забытый; страдающий от недостатка практики

Meaning

affected by rust; out of practice; impaired by lack of recent practice

Example

My piano skills are rusty after not playing for years.

Мои навыки игры на пианино ржавые после нескольких лет без игры.

B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.ə.nəs/

Lioness

львица

Meaning

an adult female lion

Example

The fierce lioness protected her cubs from danger.

Яростная львица защитила своих детенышей от опасности.

B2 verb /fraʊn/

frown

нахмурить брови

Meaning

to wrinkle one's brow in displeasure or concentration

Example

She frowned when she heard the bad news.

Она нахмурилась, услышав плохие новости.

B2 noun /ˌkɑm.pənˈseɪ.ʃən/

Compensation

компенсация; возмещение

Meaning

something given or received as an equivalent for services, debt, loss, injury, or suffering; payment or reward

Example

The company provided financial compensation to the workers injured in the accident.

Компания предоставила финансовую компенсацию работникам, пострадавшим в аварии.

B2 noun ˌɪn.təˈven.ʃən

intervention

вмешательство

Meaning

The action or process of intervening; involvement in a situation to improve or help it.

Example

The intervention of the UN was crucial in resolving the conflict.

Вмешательство ООН сыграло решающую роль в разрешении конфликта.

B2 noun /ˌɪntərˈsɛkʃən/

intersection

перекрёсток

Meaning

a point where two or more things intersect, especially a road or path

Example

The intersection of Main Street and 5th Avenue is always busy.

Перекрёсток Главной улицы и 5-й авеню всегда загружен.

B2 noun /ˌklærɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

clarification

уточнение

Meaning

The action of making a statement or situation less confused and more clearly comprehensible.

Example

The manager requested clarification on the project details.

Менеджер запросил уточнение деталей проекта.

B2 noun, adjective /ˈkɒrəl/

coral

коралл

Meaning

a hard, rock-like marine organism formed by tiny sea animals; a pinkish-orange color resembling coral

Example

The coral in the reef provides shelter for many sea creatures.

Кораллы в рифе дают укрытие многим морским существам.

B2 noun ˈɛmpəθi

empathy

сопереживание

Meaning

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person.

Example

Empathy helps students connect with society.

Эмпатия помогает студентам наладить связь с обществом.

B2 noun ˈɡriːn.haʊs ɪˌfɛkt

greenhouse effect

парниковый эффект

Meaning

The trapping of the sun's warmth in a planet's lower atmosphere due to the greater transparency of the atmosphere to visible radiation from the sun than to infrared radiation emitted from the planet's surface.

Example

The greenhouse effect is increasing global temperatures.

Парниковый эффект увеличивает глобальные температуры.

B2 noun /ˌkoʊəˈlɪʃən/

coalition

коалиция

Meaning

a temporary alliance of distinct parties, persons, or states for joint action

Example

Several parties formed a coalition to pass the new law.

Несколько партий образовали коалицию для принятия нового закона.

B2 adjective /ɪˈreɡjələr/

irregular

нерегулярный

Meaning

not even or consistent in shape, pattern, time, or behavior; not following normal rules

Example

His attendance at work has been irregular this month.

Его посещаемость на работе в этом месяце была нерегулярной.

B2 noun /məˈlɛəriə/

malaria

малярия

Meaning

a serious infectious disease spread by mosquitoes, causing fever, chills, and sweating

Example

Malaria is a common disease in tropical regions.

Малярия - это распространённое заболевание в тропических районах.

B2 noun /wɔːmθ/

warmth

тепло

Meaning

the quality or state of being warm in temperature or feeling

Example

She felt the warmth of the sun on her face.

Она почувствовала тепло солнца на своем лице.

B2 noun /ɪnˈkluːʒən/

inclusion

инклюзия

Meaning

the action or state of including or being included within a group or structure

Example

Diversity and inclusion are key values in modern workplaces.

Разнообразие и инклюзия являются ключевыми ценностями на современных рабочих местах.

B2 verb /oʊˈmɪt/

omit

опускать

Meaning

to leave out or exclude; to fail to include something

Example

Please don't omit any important details from your report.

Пожалуйста, не упустите важные детали в своем отчете.

B2 noun /ˈvæn.ɪ.ti/

Vanity

тщеславие

Meaning

excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements; the quality of being worthless or pointless

Example

Her vanity made her spend hours looking at herself in the mirror.

Её тщеславие заставляло её часами смотреться в зеркало.

B2 noun /ˈteɪbəlˌspun/

tablespoon

столовая ложка

Meaning

a spoon used for serving or eating food, typically holding about 15 milliliters

Example

She stirred the soup with a tablespoon.

Она размешала суп столовой ложкой.

B2 noun /ˌkɒrəˈspɒndənt/

correspondent

корреспондент

Meaning

A journalist who reports news from a particular place or on a particular subject.

Example

The foreign correspondent reported live from Paris.

Иностранный корреспондент передал репортаж в прямом эфире из Парижа.

B2 noun /ˈtek.staɪl/

textile

ткань

Meaning

a type of cloth or woven fabric made by knitting or weaving fibers

Example

Bangladesh is famous for its high-quality textile industry.

Бангладеш славится своей высококачественной текстильной промышленностью.

B2 verb /lɪk/

lick

лизать

Meaning

to pass the tongue over something; to defeat decisively

Example

The cat licked its paws clean.

Кошка лизала свои лапки чисто.

B2 noun /ˈlɒdʒɪk/

logic

логика

Meaning

Reasoning conducted or assessed according to strict principles of validity.

Example

Her argument was based on sound logic.

Ее аргумент основывался на логике.

B2 noun /ˈtɜːr.mər.ɪk ˈpaʊ.dər/

Turmeric Powder

порошок куркумы

Meaning

ground turmeric root used as a spice and for its medicinal properties

Example

Add a pinch of turmeric powder to the curry for color and flavor.

Добавьте щепотку порошка куркумы в карри для цвета и аромата.

B2 noun /ɪkˈskɜː.ʃən/

Excursion

экскурсия; путешествие

Meaning

a short journey or trip, especially one engaged in as a leisure activity

Example

The school organized an excursion to the science museum for all students.

Школа организовала экскурсию в музей науки для всех учеников.

B2 adjective /əˈtɒm.ɪk/

Atomic

атомный

Meaning

relating to atoms or atomic energy; extremely small

Example

The atomic structure of hydrogen is the simplest.

Атомная структура водорода самая простая.

B2 noun /ˈɡæmblɪŋ/

gambling

азартные игры

Meaning

the activity of betting money or valuables on an outcome, often involving risk

Example

He got addicted to gambling at the casino.

Он стал зависимым от азартных игр в казино.

B2 noun /ˈmæm.əl/

mammal

млекопитающее

Meaning

A warm-blooded animal with hair or fur, and females produce milk for their young.

Example

The whale is the largest mammal on Earth.

Кит - крупнейшее млекопитающее на Земле.

B2 noun /fleʃ/

Flesh

плоть

Meaning

the soft substance consisting of muscle and fat that is found between the skin and bones

Example

The doctor examined the wound to check if it had penetrated the flesh.

Доктор осмотрел рану, чтобы проверить, проникла ли она в плоть

B2 noun /kɜːrd/

Curd

йогурт

Meaning

a white dairy product made by coagulating milk; yogurt

Example

She added fresh curd to the salad for a tangy flavor.

Она добавила свежий йогурт в салат для кисловатого вкуса.

B2 adjective /ˈkɒnʃəs/

conscious

сознательный

Meaning

Aware of and responding to one's surroundings; awake.

Example

She was fully conscious after the surgery.

Она была полностью в сознании после операции.

B2 noun /ˈʌpˌkiːp/

up-keep

обслуживание

Meaning

The process or cost of maintaining something in good condition.

Example

The upkeep of the old house is very expensive.

Обслуживание старого дома очень дорогое.

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/verb /swɑːmp/

swamp

болото

Meaning

An area of low-lying, uncultivated ground where water collects; a bog or marsh.

Example

The village was built near a swamp.

Деревня была построена рядом с болотом.

B2 adjective /ˌæbsənt ˈmaɪndɪd/

absent-minded

забывчивый

Meaning

often forgetting things or not paying attention

Example

He is so absent-minded that he often forgets his keys.

Он так забывчив, что часто забывает свои ключи.

B2 adjective /ˈlæstɪŋ/

Lasting

постоянный; долговечный

Meaning

enduring for a long time; permanent; durable

Example

Their friendship had a lasting impact on both their lives.

Их дружба оказала постоянное влияние на их жизни.

B2 verb /mɒk/

mock

насмехаться

Meaning

To make fun of someone or something in a cruel or unkind way.

Example

The students mocked his accent during class.

Студенты насмехались над его акцентом во время урока.

B2 adverb /ˈmɔːrəli/

Morally

морально

Meaning

in accordance with principles of right and wrong behavior; ethically

Example

She felt morally obligated to help the refugees.

Она чувствовала моральную обязанность помочь беженцам.

B2 adverb /ˈflu:əntli/

Fluently

бегло; свободно

Meaning

in a smooth, effortless, and articulate manner; with ease and skill

Example

She speaks French fluently.

Она говорит по-французски бегло.

B2 noun /ˈlæn.tərn/

Lantern

фонарь

Meaning

a portable lamp with a protective covering, often used outdoors

Example

We carried a lantern during our camping trip.

Мы несли фонарь во время нашего похода.

B2 noun kəmˈpet.ɪ.tɪv.nəs

competitiveness

конкурентоспособность

Meaning

The quality of being as good as or better than others of a comparable nature; the ability to compete successfully.

Example

Competitiveness is vital for economic sustainability.

Конкурентоспособность важна для экономической устойчивости.

B2 adjective /slaɪ/

sly

хитрый / лукавый

Meaning

Clever in a deceitful or cunning way.

Example

She gave him a sly smile.

Она дала ему хитрую улыбку.

B2 verb /briːd/

breed

разводить, размножать

Meaning

to produce young animals; to reproduce; to keep animals for producing young

Example

They breed horses on their farm.

Они разводят лошадей на своей ферме.

B2 adverb /ˈskeəs.li/

Scarcely

едва; едва ли; только что

Meaning

hardly; barely; only just

Example

I could scarcely believe my eyes.

Я едва мог поверить своим глазам.

B2 noun /lɪˈdʒɪtɪməsi/

legitimacy

легитимность

Meaning

the quality of being accepted as right, proper, or lawful

Example

The legitimacy of the election was questioned by observers.

Легитимность выборов была поставлена под сомнение наблюдателями.

B2 noun /ɪˈliːt/ or /eɪˈliːt/

elite

элита

Meaning

A select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities.

Example

Only the elite were invited to the exclusive event.

Только элита была приглашена на эксклюзивное мероприятие.

B2 noun /ɡler/

Glare

яростный или сердитый взгляд; сильный и ослепительный свет

Meaning

a fierce or angry stare; a strong and dazzling light

Example

The teacher's stern glare silenced the noisy students immediately.

Строгий взгляд учителя немедленно заставил шумных студентов замолчать.

B2 adjective /ˈtʌtʃ.ɪŋ/

Touching

трогательный; эмоциональный

Meaning

causing feelings of sympathy or emotion; moving

Example

The touching story brought tears to everyone's eyes.

Трогательная история вызвала слезы у всех.

B2 noun /ˈklaɪ.mæks/

Climax

кульминационный момент

Meaning

the most intense, exciting, or important point of something; the highest or most intense point in a process

Example

The movie reached its climax during the final battle scene.

Фильм достиг кульминационного момента во время последней сцены битвы.

B2 adjective /ˈdʒuːɪʃ/

jewish

счастье

Meaning

relating to Jews or Judaism

Example

They celebrate Jewish festivals every year.

Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.

B2 noun /ˌriː.əˈʃʊr.əns/

Reassurance

успокоение

Meaning

comfort or confidence given to someone to remove their fears or doubts

Example

She needed reassurance that everything would be okay.

Ей было нужно успокоение, что все будет в порядке.

B2 adjective /pəˈsɪs.tənt/

persistent

упорный

Meaning

continuing to exist or endure over a prolonged period

Example

Despite many setbacks, her persistent efforts led to success.

Несмотря на многие неудачи, её упорные усилия привели к успеху.

B2 verb /ˈvɪʒuəlaɪz/

visualize

визуализировать

Meaning

To form a mental image of something; to imagine.

Example

She tried to visualize her success before the big presentation.

Она пыталась визуализировать свой успех перед большой презентацией.

B2 noun /ɪmˈpaʊə.mənt/

empowerment

уполномочивание

Meaning

Authority or power given to someone to do something.

Example

Empowerment initiatives enhance confidence.

Инициативы по расширению полномочий повышают уверенность.

B2 adjective /ɪˈmædʒɪnəbl/

imaginable

вообразимый

Meaning

Capable of being imagined or conceived.

Example

They offered every imaginable type of food at the festival.

Они предложили на фестивале каждый возможный тип еды.

B2 adjective ˌkɒn.trəˈvɜː.ʃəl

controversial

спорный

Meaning

Giving rise to public disagreement or heated discussion.

Example

The policy remains controversial.

Политика остается спорной.

B2 noun /taɪˈfuːn/

typhoon

тайфун

Meaning

a tropical storm in the region of the Indian or western Pacific oceans

Example

The typhoon caused severe flooding in the coastal areas.

Тайфун вызвал сильные наводнения в прибрежных районах.

B2 adjective /ˈnoʊ.ɪŋ/

Knowing

знание; проницательность; хитрый;

Meaning

showing awareness or understanding; perceptive; shrewd

Example

She gave him a knowing smile when he mentioned the secret.

Она дала ему знающую улыбку, когда он упомянул секрет.

B2 noun/verb rɪˈfɔːm

reform

реформа

Meaning

Make changes in (something, typically a social, political, or economic institution or practice) in order to improve it.

Example

Reform in the education system was a priority.

Реформа в системе образования была приоритетом.

B2 noun ˈkwəʊ.tə

quota

квота

Meaning

A limited or fixed number or amount of people or things, in particular.

Example

The quota reform was a key demand.

Реформа квоты была ключевым требованием.

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 /ˈkæməˌflɑːʒ/

camouflage

маскировка

Meaning

the act of hiding or disguising something by making it blend with its surroundings

Example

The soldiers used camouflage to hide from the enemy.

Солдаты использовали маскировку, чтобы спрятаться от врага.

B2 verb /ˈkɑːŋkər/

conquer

завоевывать

Meaning

to overcome and take control of; to defeat in war; to master or overcome

Example

The army managed to conquer the enemy territory.

Армия смогла захватить вражескую территорию.

B2 noun /kwɪˈziːn/

cuisine

кухня

Meaning

A style or method of cooking, especially characteristic of a particular country or region.

Example

Italian cuisine is famous all over the world.

Итальянская кухня известна по всему миру.

B2 adjective /saʊər/

Sour

кислый

Meaning

having an acid taste like lemon or vinegar; unpleasant or disagreeable

Example

The milk has gone sour and smells terrible.

Молоко стало кислым и пахнет ужасно.

B2 verb /ɪnˈkwaɪər/

inquire

спрашивать

Meaning

to ask; to investigate

Example

She inquired about the job opening.

Она спросила о вакансии.

B2 noun /biːk/

Beak

клюв

Meaning

the hard pointed part of a bird's mouth

Example

The eagle has a sharp beak for tearing meat.

У орла острый клюв для разрывания мяса.

B2 noun /ˈlɪt.ər.ə.si/

Literacy

грамотность

Meaning

the ability to read and write; competence or knowledge in a specified area

Example

Adult literacy programs help people learn to read.

Программы по обучению грамотности помогают людям научиться читать.

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.

B2 adjective /ˈflɔː.ləs/

Flawless

совершенный; без дефектов

Meaning

perfect; without any defects or faults; immaculate

Example

Her flawless performance earned her a standing ovation.

Её безупречное выступление принесло ей стоячие аплодисменты.

B2 verb /ˈdɛzɪɡneɪt/

designate

назначать

Meaning

to officially assign, appoint, or indicate something or someone

Example

The committee will designate a new chairperson next week.

Комитет назначит нового председателя на следующей неделе.

B2 adverb /hɛns/

hence

поэтому

Meaning

for this reason; as a result

Example

She was the best candidate, hence she was chosen for the job.

Она была лучшим кандидатом, поэтому ее выбрали для этой работы.

B2 adjective /ˈtʃaɪld.laɪk/

Childlike

детский; невинный и доверчивый; чистый и простой

Meaning

innocent and trusting like a child; having the good qualities of a child; pure and simple

Example

She maintained a childlike wonder about the world around her.

Она сохраняла детское изумление от мира вокруг нее.

B2 noun /ˈlænd.fɪl/

landfill

свалка

Meaning

a site where waste material is buried under the ground

Example

The city built a new landfill to manage its growing waste problem.

Город построил новую свалку для решения растущей проблемы с отходами.

B2 verb, noun, adjective /streɪ/

stray

блуждать

Meaning

to move away from the correct path or go off course; a person or animal that has wandered off; something that is not where it belongs

Example

The dog strayed from the yard and got lost.

Собака сбилась с пути и потерялась.

B2 noun ˈmɒn.ɪ.tər.ɪŋ

monitoring

мониторинг

Meaning

The action of observing and checking the progress or quality of something over a period of time.

Example

Monitoring ensures compliance with standards.

Мониторинг гарантирует соблюдение стандартов.

B2 noun prɛsˈtiːʒ

prestige

престиж

Meaning

Widespread respect and admiration felt for someone or something on the basis of a perception of their achievements or quality.

Example

The university has gained international prestige for its research.

Университет приобрел международный престиж благодаря своим исследованиям.

B2 noun /dɪsˈɡreɪs/

Disgrace

позор; бесчестие; унижение

Meaning

loss of reputation or respect as the result of a dishonorable action; a shameful situation

Example

His arrest brought disgrace upon his entire family and reputation.

Его арест принес позор всей его семье и репутации.

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 noun /ˈmoʊ.tɪv/

Motive

мотив; причина; побуждение

Meaning

a reason for doing something; what drives someone to act

Example

The police are investigating the motive for the crime.

Полиция расследует мотив преступления.

B2 adjective /steɪl/

Stale

черствый; старый; не свежий

Meaning

no longer fresh; lacking originality or novelty

Example

The bread became stale after sitting out for three days.

Хлеб стал черствым после того, как пролежал три дня.

B2 verb /ˈspɛkjʊˌleɪt/

speculate

спекулировать / инвестировать

Meaning

To form a theory or guess without firm evidence; to invest in stocks, property, etc. hoping for profit.

Example

Experts speculate that the company may expand into new markets.

Эксперты спекулируют, что компания может расшириться на новые рынки.

B2 verb /dɒdʒ/

dodge

уклоняться

Meaning

to move quickly to one side to avoid something; to avoid dealing with something cleverly or dishonestly

Example

The boxer managed to dodge his opponent's punch.

Боксер смог увернуться от удара своего соперника.

B2 noun /ɪkˈsploʊʒən/

explosion

взрыв

Meaning

a violent burst or release of energy, often causing damage and noise

Example

The explosion shook the entire neighborhood.

Взрыв потряс весь район.

B2 noun /treɪt/

Trait

черта

Meaning

a distinguishing quality or characteristic of a person; an inherited feature

Example

Patience is an important trait for anyone working with children.

Терпение — важная черта для тех, кто работает с детьми.

B2 verb /ˈæɡ.rə.veɪt/

aggravate

усугублять

Meaning

To make a situation worse or more serious.

Example

Scratching the rash will only aggravate the condition.

Царапание сыпи только ухудшит состояние.

B2 adverb /ˈoʊpənli/

Openly

открыто; публично

Meaning

in a frank and honest way; without concealment; publicly

Example

She spoke openly about her struggles with mental health.

Она откровенно говорила о своих проблемах с психическим здоровьем.

B2 adjective /ˈdespərət/

Desperate

отчаянный

Meaning

reckless; extremely urgent; critical

Example

The situation became desperate as water supplies ran out.

Ситуация стала отчаянной, когда запасы воды иссякли.

B2 noun /dɪsˈɡaɪz/

Disguise

маскировка; обман

Meaning

a means of altering one's appearance to conceal one's identity; something that hides the truth

Example

The spy wore an elaborate disguise to avoid being recognized by enemies.

Шпион носил сложный костюм, чтобы избежать того, чтобы его узнали враги.

B2 verb /kweɪk/

quake

трястись

Meaning

to shake or tremble, often due to fear or a natural event like an earthquake

Example

The ground began to quake during the earthquake.

Земля начала дрожать во время землетрясения.

B2 verb /ˈklæsɪfaɪ/

classify

классифицировать

Meaning

to arrange or organize into categories or groups

Example

The librarian classified the books by subject.

Библиотекарь классифицировал книги по темам.

B2 adjective /ˈflʌfi/

fluffy

счастье

Meaning

soft, light, and airy in texture

Example

She baked a fluffy cake for the party.

Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.

острый

Meaning

present or experienced to a severe or intense degree; having sharp perception

Example

The patient suffered from acute pain after the surgery.

Пациент страдал от острой боли после операции.