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C1 adjective /ˈskeɪðɪŋ/

scathing

язвительная критика
Meaning
severely critical; harshly scornful
Example
The critic wrote a scathing review of the movie.
Критик написал язвительную критику о фильме.
B1 verb /pəʊs(t)ˈpəʊn/

postpone

отсрочить
Meaning
to delay something to a later time
Example
The meeting was postponed until next week.
Встреча была отложена на следующую неделю.
C1 verb /ɪnˈkrəʊtʃ/

encroach

счастье
Meaning
to gradually take over or intrude on someone’s rights, territory, or space
Example
The buildings began to encroach on the protected forest land.
Она не смогла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
B2 noun /ˈwaɪld.laɪf ˌkɒnsərˈveɪʃən/

wildlife conservation

сохранение дикой природы
Meaning
The practice of protecting wild animal species and their habitats in order to maintain healthy wildlife species or populations and to restore, protect or enhance natural ecosystems.
Example
Wildlife conservation aims to protect endangered species.
Сохранение дикой природы направлено на защиту исчезающих видов.
C2 noun /ˈkɔː.seər/

corsair

пират
Meaning
a pirate, especially one operating along the Mediterranean coasts
Example
The corsair plundered ships along the coast.
Корсар грабил корабли вдоль побережья.
C1 noun /ˈblɛm.ɪʃ/

blemish

дефект
Meaning
A small mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something.
Example
The mirror had a small blemish on the surface.
На зеркале было небольшое пятно на поверхности.
C1 noun /ˈsɛmbləns/

Semblance

видимость; внешность
Meaning
the outward appearance or apparent form of something, especially when the reality is different
Example
There was only a semblance of order in the chaotic office.
В хаотичном офисе был только намек на порядок
C2 adjective /daɪˈvɜːrtɪbəl/

divertible

перенаправляемый
Meaning
capable of being turned aside or redirected
Example
Funds from the budget are not legally divertible.
Средства из бюджета не могут быть законно перенаправлены.
C2 noun /rɪˈdʒɔɪndər/

rejoinder

ответ
Meaning
a quick or witty reply; a response to a remark or argument
Example
His sharp rejoinder silenced the crowd.
Его резкий ответ заставил толпу замолчать.
C1 adjective /ʌnˈseɪvəri/

unsavory

неприятный
Meaning
Disagreeable, unpleasant, or morally offensive.
Example
The politician was linked to an unsavory scandal.
Политик был связан с неприятным скандалом.
C1 adjective əˈblɪv.i.əs

oblivious

невнимательный
Meaning
Being completely unaware of surrounding events.
Example
He was oblivious to the noise around him while reading.
Он не замечал шума вокруг, когда читал.
B1 noun riˈæləti

reality

реальность
Meaning
The world or the state of things as they actually exist, as opposed to an idealistic or notional idea.
Example
The reality of the situation was evident.
Реальность ситуации была очевидной.
A2 adverb /ˈpɒs.ə.bli/

Possibly

возможно; может быть;
Meaning
perhaps; maybe; it may be the case that
Example
It will possibly rain tomorrow.
Возможно, завтра пойдет дождь.
C2 adjective /ˈɛkstənt/

extant

существующий
Meaning
Still in existence; surviving.
Example
Only a few manuscripts from the ancient library are extant.
Только несколько манускриптов из древней библиотеки существуют до сих пор.
C1 noun /ˈpluː.mɪdʒ/

plumage

оперение
Meaning
the feathers covering a bird's body
Example
The peacock's plumage was vibrant and eye-catching.
Перья павлина были яркими и привлекающими внимание.
A1 adverb /soʊ/

so

так
Meaning
to such a degree or extent
Example
She was so happy with the gift.
Она была так счастлива с подарком.
A1 verb, noun /mɪs/

miss

скучать / пропустить
Meaning
to fail to hit, reach, or meet; to feel the absence of someone or something
Example
I really miss my family when I travel abroad.
Я действительно скучаю по своей семье, когда путешествую за границу.
B1 verb /ɪkˈstend/

extend

продлить
Meaning
to make longer or larger; to stretch out; to offer or give
Example
The company decided to extend the deadline for the project.
Компания решила продлить срок проекта.
C1 noun kənˈsjuː.mə.rɪ.zəm

consumerism

потребительский капитализм
Meaning
The tendency to increase consumption of goods and the importance given to consuming products.
Example
Modern consumerism leads to increased demand for luxury goods.
Современный потребительский капитализм ведет к увеличению спроса на товары класса люкс.
C2 verb /ˈæmərˌtaɪz/

amortize

амортизировать
Meaning
To gradually reduce or pay off a debt with regular payments.
Example
They plan to amortize the mortgage over 20 years.
Они планируют амортизировать ипотеку в течение 20 лет.
C2 adjective /ˈvɛntrəl/

ventral

вентральный
Meaning
relating to the underside or abdominal part of an animal or organ
Example
The fish has a white ventral surface.
У рыбы белая вентральная поверхность.
B2 verb /ˈræm.bəl/

ramble

Meaning
to talk or write at length in a confused or inconsequential way; to walk for pleasure without a fixed route.
Example
He rambled on about his childhood for hours.
C1 noun /əˈdʒɪl.ɪ.ti/

agility

ловкость
Meaning
Ability to work quickly and easily, both physically and mentally.
Example
Mental agility is essential for problem-solving.
Ментальная ловкость необходима для решения проблем.
C2 noun /prəˈtɛktərət/

protectorate

протекторат
Meaning
A state that is controlled and protected by another.
Example
The small country became a protectorate of the empire.
Маленькая страна стала протекторатом империи.
B2 verb /ɜːrdʒ/

urge

побуждать
Meaning
to strongly encourage or try to persuade someone to do something
Example
Doctors urge patients to exercise regularly.
Доктора призывают пациентов регулярно заниматься физическими упражнениями.
C2 adjective /ʌnˈʌtərəbl/

unutterable

невыразимый
Meaning
Too great, intense, or awful to be expressed or described in words.
Example
She was filled with unutterable joy at the news of her success.
Она была наполнена невыразимой радостью, услышав новости о своем успехе.
B2 noun ˈæk.tɪv rɪˈkɔːl

Active recall

активное воспоминание
Meaning
A learning technique that involves actively trying to retrieve information from memory rather than passively reviewing material.
Example
Active recall improves long-term memory and retention.
Активное воспоминание улучшает долгосрочную память и удержание информации.
C2 noun /ˌhɜːrpəˈtɒlədʒɪst/

herpetologist

герпетолог
Meaning
A scientist who studies reptiles and amphibians.
Example
The herpetologist discovered a new species of frog in the rainforest.
Герпетолог открыл новый вид лягушки в тропическом лесу.
B1 noun /ɪnˈθjuː.zi.æz.əm/

Enthusiasm

энтузиазм; восторг; пыл
Meaning
intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval
Example
Her enthusiasm for the project inspired the entire team.
Её энтузиазм по проекту вдохновил всю команду.
A1 noun /ˈsɛvən/

seven

семь
Meaning
the number following six and preceding eight
Example
She has seven apples in her basket.
У неё семь яблок в её корзине.
C2 noun ˈkɑː.dərz

cadres

кадры
Meaning
A small group of people specially trained for a particular purpose or profession; a group of activists in a communist or other political organization.
Example
There are 26 cadres under BPSC.
Есть 26 кадров под BPSC.
A1 interjection /baɪ/

bye

пока
Meaning
used to say goodbye; a short and informal farewell
Example
I said bye to her before leaving.
Я сказал пока перед уходом.
C1 noun /fiːnd/

fiend

демон, злая персона
Meaning
an evil spirit or demon; a wicked or cruel person; someone obsessed with a particular thing
Example
He is a real fiend when it comes to solving puzzles.
Он настоящий демон, когда речь идет о разгадывании головоломок.
C2 noun /kənˈfɛsər/

confessor

исповедник
Meaning
A person who confesses sins or secrets, especially to a priest.
Example
The confessor listened patiently to the troubled man.
Исповедник терпеливо выслушал обеспокоенного мужчину.
C2 adjective ˌɪn.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃəs

inefficacious

неэффективный
Meaning
Not producing any or the desired effect; ineffective.
Example
The treatment was inefficacious in curing the disease.
Лечение было неэффективным при лечении болезни.
C2 noun, verb /ˈkaʊntərˌtʃɑːrdʒ/

countercharge

встречный иск
Meaning
an opposing charge or accusation; to make an opposing attack
Example
The lawyer filed a countercharge against the accuser.
Адвокат подал встречный иск против обвинителя.
B2 noun /duːm/

doom

рок
Meaning
A terrible fate, destruction, or unavoidable bad outcome.
Example
The ancient prophecy foretold the city’s doom.
Древнее пророчество предсказало рок города.
C1 verb /bæsk/

bask

греться на солнце
Meaning
to lie in warmth and light; to enjoy something pleasurable
Example
The cat basks in the sunny window.
Кошка греется на солнечном подоконнике.
B2 noun /ˈwel.wɪʃ.ər/

Well-wisher

добродетель
Meaning
a person who desires happiness or success for another
Example
Many well-wishers came to congratulate her on her graduation.
Многие добродетели пришли поздравить её с окончанием учёбы.
C2 noun /ˌɪnvəˈkeɪʃən/

invocation

молитва
Meaning
the act of calling upon a higher power for help, blessing, or inspiration
Example
The ceremony began with an invocation to the gods.
Церемония началась с молитвы к богам.
C1 verb /ɪmˈpiːd/

impede

препятствовать
Meaning
To obstruct or hinder the progress or development of something.
Example
Lack of funds can impede business growth.
Отсутствие средств может препятствовать росту бизнеса.
B1 adjective /rɪˈmoʊt/

remote

удалённый
Meaning
Situated far from the main centers of population; distant.
Example
They stayed in a remote village during their trip.
Они остановились в удалённой деревне во время своей поездки.
C2 noun /aɪˈkɒnəklæst/

iconoclast

иконокласт
Meaning
A person who attacks or criticizes cherished beliefs, traditions, or institutions.
Example
He was known as an iconoclast who challenged old traditions.
Он был известен как иконокласт, который бросал вызов старым традициям.
B2 noun /ˈliːtər/

litre

литр
Meaning
a metric unit of volume equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters; commonly used to measure liquids
Example
She bought a litre of milk from the shop.
Она купила один литр молока в магазине.
C2 verb /ɪmˈbruː/

imbrue

запятнать
Meaning
To stain, especially with blood.
Example
His hands were imbrued with blood after the battle.
Его руки были запятнаны кровью после битвы.
C2 adjective /ɪnˈsɛnʃənt/

insentient

бессознательный
Meaning
Lacking perception, consciousness, or sensation.
Example
The rock is an insentient object with no awareness.
Камень — это бессознательный объект без сознания.
C1 verb məˈnɒp.ə.laɪz

monopolize

монополизировать
Meaning
Control exclusively, dominate market.
Example
The company tried to monopolize the market.
Компания попыталась монополизировать рынок.
B1 noun /ˈɛnvəloʊp/

envelope

конверт
Meaning
a flat paper container used to enclose a letter or document
Example
She sealed the letter in an envelope and posted it.
Она запечатала письмо в конверт и отправила его.
B2 noun /ˈpaɪ.θən/

Python

питон
Meaning
a large non-venomous snake that kills prey by constriction
Example
The python wrapped around its prey tightly.
Питон обвил свою добычу крепко.
C2 verb /ˈbaʊdləˌraɪz/

bowdlerize

удаление оскорбительных частей
Meaning
to remove or modify parts of a text considered offensive or inappropriate
Example
The editor bowdlerized the novel to make it suitable for children.
Редактор отредактировал роман, чтобы он стал подходящим для детей.
B2 adjective /ˈslɪp.ər.i/

Slippery

скользкий
Meaning
smooth and difficult to hold; causing sliding or slipping
Example
The wet floor was very slippery after cleaning.
Пол был очень скользким после уборки.
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpɛndɪŋ/

impending

надвигающийся
Meaning
about to happen soon, usually something unpleasant or threatening
Example
The villagers were worried about the impending flood.
Жители деревни беспокоились о надвигающемся наводнении.
A2 adjective /ˈfraɪtənd/

frightened

испуганный
Meaning
feeling fear or anxiety; scared
Example
The child was frightened by the loud noise.
Ребёнок испугался громкого шума.
C1 noun /ˈliːʒən/

lesion

ранение
Meaning
An area of damage or abnormal change in the tissue of an organism, often caused by injury or disease.
Example
The doctor examined the skin lesion carefully.
Врач внимательно осмотрел кожную рану.
B1 adverb /ˈsædli/

sadly

грустно
Meaning
in a sorrowful or unhappy manner
Example
She sadly waved goodbye as the train departed.
Она грустно помахала рукой, когда поезд отправлялся.
B1 noun /ɑːrmz/

Arms

оружие
Meaning
weapons and ammunition; firearms
Example
The soldiers carried their arms into battle.
Солдаты несли своё оружие в битву.
C1 adjective /ˌɛnɪɡˈmætɪk/

enigmatic

загадочный
Meaning
mysterious and difficult to interpret or understand
Example
He gave me an enigmatic smile.
Он дал мне загадочную улыбку.
B2 noun /ˈder.ɪŋ/

Daring

дерзость; готовность идти на риск
Meaning
adventurous courage; willingness to take risks
Example
The mountain climber's daring impressed everyone at the base camp.
Дерзость альпиниста впечатлила всех на базе лагеря.
C1 noun /fɪˈnænʃɪər/

financier

финансист
Meaning
a person who manages large amounts of money or investments
Example
The financier advised the company on its investments.
Финансист проконсультировал компанию по ее инвестициям.
A2 adverb /ˌɛniˈmɔr/

anymore

больше не
Meaning
used to refer to the present time, typically to mean no longer
Example
He doesn’t live here anymore.
Он больше не живет здесь.
B2 noun /bʌd/

Bud

почка
Meaning
An undeveloped or immature flower before it opens
Example
The rose bud will bloom into a beautiful flower in a few days.
Почка розы распустится в красивый цветок через несколько дней.
A2 noun /mjuːˈzɪʃən/

musician

музыкант
Meaning
a person who plays a musical instrument or is musically talented
Example
He is a talented musician.
Он талантливый музыкант.
A1 verb /peɪ/

pay

платить
Meaning
to give money in exchange for goods or services
Example
I need to pay my bills on time.
Мне нужно заплатить свои счета вовремя.
C1 verb /əˈdʒɔɪn/

adjoin

примыкать
Meaning
To be next to and joined with something.
Example
Their house adjoins the park.
Их дом примыкает к парку.
C1 noun /ˈkɔːkəs/

caucus

политическое собрание
Meaning
A meeting of members of a political party to select candidates or decide policy.
Example
The party held a caucus to nominate their candidate for president.
Партия провела собрание для выдвижения кандидата в президенты.
C1 verb /ˈɔːstrəˌsaɪz/

ostracize

остракировать
Meaning
to exclude someone from a group or society; to banish or shun
Example
After the scandal, he was ostracized by his former colleagues.
После скандала его остерегались его бывшие коллеги.
B2 verb /əˈraɪz/

arise

возникать
Meaning
to begin to exist or to happen
Example
Problems may arise if you don't plan ahead.
Проблемы могут возникнуть, если вы не спланируете заранее.
B2 noun /trænˈzækʃən/

transaction

транзакция
Meaning
an instance of buying or selling something; a business deal or exchange
Example
Every online transaction is recorded for security purposes.
Каждая онлайн-транзакция записывается для целей безопасности.
C1 noun ˈmɪl.ɪ.tər.i ɪnˈkɜː.ʃən

military incursion

военная инвазия
Meaning
A sudden armed attack or invasion by military forces into a territory.
Example
The military incursion caused widespread devastation.
Военная инвазия вызвала массовое разрушение.
C2 noun /ˈɛksplətɪv/

expletive

ругательство
Meaning
a word or phrase used as an exclamation, often offensive or profane
Example
He shouted an expletive when he dropped the hammer on his foot.
Он выкрикнул ругательство, когда уронил молоток на ногу.
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.
A2 adjective kɑːm

calm

спокойный
Meaning
Not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions; peaceful.
Example
The calm environment supports healing.
Тихая обстановка способствует исцелению.
A2 adjective ˈnesəseri

necessary

необходимый
Meaning
Required to be done, achieved, or present; essential.
Example
Strict regulations are necessary for maintaining order.
Строгие правила необходимы для поддержания порядка.
C2 noun, verb /ˈæseɪ/

assay

анализ
Meaning
To test or analyze the quality, purity, or content of a substance; the act of such testing.
Example
The scientists assayed the mineral sample for gold content.
Учёные проанализировали образец минерала на содержание золота.
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.
A1 number /ˈfɔːrti/

forty

счастье
Meaning
the number 40; ten times four
Example
She celebrated her forty years of life with a big party.
Она не смогла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
C2 noun /ˈmæntl̩/

mantel

полка над камином
Meaning
A shelf above a fireplace, often used for decoration.
Example
She placed family photos on the mantel above the fireplace.
Она поставила семейные фотографии на полку над камином.
C1 noun /rɪˌsɛptɪˈvɪti/

receptivity

восприятиe
Meaning
The ability or willingness to receive something, especially signals or stimuli.
Example
Her receptivity to new ideas helped improve the project.
Её восприимчивость к новым идеям помогла улучшить проект.
A2 noun /ˈtel.ɪˌvɪʒ.ən/

Television

телевидение
Meaning
an electronic device for receiving and displaying television broadcasts
Example
My family watches television together every evening.
Моя семья смотрит телевизор каждый вечер.
B1 noun /rɪˈkwɛst/

request

Meaning
a formal or polite demand for something
Example
She made a request for additional time to complete the project.
A2 noun ˈhæpɪnəs

happiness

счастье
Meaning
The feeling or state of being happy; a pleasurable or satisfying experience; contentment and joy.
Example
Happiness lies in enjoying the small things in life.
Счастье заключается в том, чтобы наслаждаться маленькими вещами в жизни.
C1 adjective /ˈɒm.ɪ.nəs/

Ominous

зловещий; угрожающий
Meaning
giving the impression that something bad will happen; threatening; foreboding
Example
The dark clouds looked ominous before the storm.
Тёмные облака казались зловещими перед штормом.
B2 adverb /rɪˈɡɑrdləs/

regardless

независимо от
Meaning
without paying attention to the current situation or condition
Example
She will go to the party regardless of the weather.
Она пойдет на вечеринку, независимо от погоды.
B2 noun /kraɪst/

christ

Христос
Meaning
the title given to Jesus, considered the Messiah in Christianity
Example
Christ is central to Christian faith.
Христос является центральной фигурой христианской веры.
C1 adverb /ˌðɛrəˈbaʊt/

thereabout

приблизительно
Meaning
Approximately or around that place, amount, or time.
Example
The repairs will cost five hundred dollars or thereabout.
Ремонт будет стоить около пятисот долларов.
B2 noun /prɪˈtens/

Pretence

притворство
Meaning
an attempt to make something that is not the case appear true
Example
He made no pretence of being interested in the conversation.
Он не делал вид, что ему интересно в разговоре.
C2 noun /əˈkwɪtəns/

acquittance

квитанция
Meaning
a written receipt acknowledging payment or discharge of a debt
Example
He demanded an acquittance after paying the loan.
Он потребовал квитанцию после того, как оплатил кредит.
C2 adjective /bɪˈfʌdld/

befuddled

смущённый
Meaning
confused, unable to think clearly
Example
He looked befuddled after hearing the complex instructions.
Он выглядел смущённым после того, как услышал сложные инструкции.
C2 adjective /ˈmɜːrkəntaɪl/

mercantile

торговый
Meaning
related to trade or commerce
Example
The city grew rapidly due to its mercantile activities.
Город быстро развивался благодаря своим торговым действиям.
A2 noun /ˈfɔːrɪst/

Forest

лес
Meaning
a large area covered chiefly with trees and undergrowth
Example
We went hiking in the dense forest yesterday.
Мы пошли в поход в густой лес вчера.
A1 adjective /ˈspɛʃəl/

special

особенный
Meaning
different from what is usual; better or greater than normal
Example
This gift is very special to me.
Этот подарок очень особенный для меня.
C1 adjective /ˈsɔːsi/

saucy

наглый
Meaning
Boldly rude, cheeky, or playfully disrespectful.
Example
The child gave a saucy reply to his teacher.
Ребёнок дал наглый ответ своему учителю.
C2 noun /ˈpɜːrsənɪdʒ/

personage

важная персона
Meaning
an important or famous person
Example
He is considered a great personage in the world of literature.
Его считают великой персоной в мире литературы.
C2 noun /ɪˈlɪksər/

elixir

эликсир
Meaning
A magical or medicinal potion believed to cure illnesses or grant immortality.
Example
The old legend spoke of an elixir that could grant eternal youth.
Старая легенда рассказывала о эликсире, который может даровать вечную молодость.
C2 noun /ˈkɒŋ.ɡru.əns/

congruence

конгруэнция
Meaning
Harmony, compatibility and agreement between different elements.
Example
The congruence between their ideas made collaboration easy.
Конгруэнция между их идеями облегчила сотрудничество.
B1 noun /ˈkaʊn.səl/

council

совет
Meaning
an assembly of people chosen or elected to make decisions or advise on matters
Example
The city council voted to improve public transportation.
Городской совет проголосовал за улучшение общественного транспорта.
B1 adjective /spəˈsɪfɪk/

specific

конкретный
Meaning
Clearly defined or identified; particular; exact.
Example
Make a specific plan to beat procrastination.
Составьте конкретный план, чтобы победить прокрастинацию.
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.
A2 verb /ɪkˈspres/

express

выражать
Meaning
to show or make known a feeling, thought, or opinion
Example
She expressed her gratitude for the help she received.
Она выразила свою благодарность за полученную помощь.
C1 noun /ˈʌp.tɜːn/

upturn

улучшение
Meaning
An improvement or upward trend in a situation, especially in business or economy.
Example
The company experienced an upturn in sales last quarter.
Компания испытала улучшение продаж в последнем квартале.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈdʒʊəriəs/

injurious

вредный
Meaning
Causing or likely to cause harm or damage.
Example
Smoking is injurious to health.
Курение вредно для здоровья.
C1 adjective /ˌkætəˈklɪzmɪk/

cataclysmic

катастрофический
Meaning
Relating to or denoting a violent natural event or upheaval.
Example
The war had cataclysmic effects on the nation's economy.
Война оказала катастрофическое влияние на экономику страны.
B2 adjective /traɪˈʌmfənt/

Triumphant

триумфальный; радостный
Meaning
having won a battle or contest; rejoicing as a result of success
Example
The team was triumphant after winning the championship.
Команда была триумфальной после победы в чемпионате.
C2 adjective /dɪˈkɔːrəs/

decourous

приличный
Meaning
characterized by propriety, good taste, and proper manners
Example
She maintained a decourous silence during the ceremony.
Она сохранила приличное молчание во время церемонии.
C2 noun /ˈɔːrɪkl̩/

auricle

внешняя часть уха
Meaning
The external part of the ear; also an upper chamber of the heart in anatomy.
Example
The doctor examined the patient’s auricle for signs of infection.
Врач осмотрел внешнюю часть уха пациента на признаки инфекции.
C1 adjective ˈbɜːdʒənɪŋ

burgeoning

растущий
Meaning
Beginning to grow or increase rapidly; flourishing.
Example
The burgeoning tech industry has attracted many investors.
Технологическая отрасль, набирающая обороты, привлекла много инвесторов.
B2 noun /ˌek.spɪˈdɪʃ.ən/

Expedition

экспедиция
Meaning
a journey undertaken by a group of people with a particular purpose; organized trip for exploration
Example
The mountain climbing expedition required months of careful planning and preparation.
Экспедиция по восхождению на гору потребовала месяцев тщательной подготовки и планирования.
B2 noun /rɪˈdʒɛkʃən/

rejection

отказ
Meaning
the action of refusing or dismissing something or someone
Example
Her rejection of the offer surprised everyone.
Её отказ от предложения удивил всех.
C2 verb /ˈfɛtər/

fetter

сковывать, ограничивать
Meaning
to restrain or restrict someone’s freedom
Example
The strict rules fettered the creativity of the students.
Жёсткие правила ограничивали креативность студентов.
C1 adjective /ˈluːdɪkrəs/

ludicrous

нелепый
Meaning
so foolish, unreasonable, or out of place as to be amusing
Example
It is ludicrous to think the Earth is flat.
Это нелепо думать, что Земля плоская.
C1 adjective /ˈtæntəmaʊnt/

tantamount

эквивалентный
Meaning
Equivalent in seriousness or effect; virtually the same as.
Example
His refusal to speak was tantamount to an admission of guilt.
Его отказ говорить был эквивалентен признанию вины.
C2 noun /ˈpɒm.əl/

pommel

круглая ручка на рукоятке меча или седла
Meaning
the rounded knob on the handle of a sword or saddle
Example
He gripped the sword firmly by the pommel.
Он крепко схватил меч за поммель.
C1 noun /ɪkˈstræv.ə.ɡəns/

Extravagance

избыточные траты; расточительство
Meaning
lack of restraint in spending money; excessive expense
Example
The wedding celebration was criticized for its unnecessary extravagance.
Свадебное торжество было раскритиковано за ненужные излишества.
C1 noun /skɪt/

skit

скетч
Meaning
a short, humorous performance or piece of writing
Example
The students performed a funny skit at the event.
Студенты исполнили забавный скетч на мероприятии.
B2 noun ˌɪn.fləˈmeɪ.ʃən

inflammation

воспаление
Meaning
A localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, swollen, hot, and often painful.
Example
Chronic inflammation can lead to severe diseases.
Хроническое воспаление может привести к тяжелым заболеваниям.
C1 noun /ˈtrɪkəri/

trickery

Meaning
The use of dishonest methods to deceive or cheat someone.
Example
The politician was accused of winning the election through trickery.
B1 noun /ˈtæblət/

tablet

планшет; таблетка
Meaning
a small flat computer or a small solid dose of medicine
Example
She took a tablet to relieve her headache.
Она приняла таблетку, чтобы снять головную боль.
C1 noun /ˈpriːsɪŋkt/

precinct

район
Meaning
A district or area within the boundaries of a city, often for police or electoral purposes.
Example
She went to vote at her local precinct.
Она пошла голосовать в свой местный район.
C2 verb /trænˈspoʊz/

transpose

транспонировать
Meaning
to change the order or position of something
Example
The editor transposed two paragraphs in the article.
Редактор транспонировал два абзаца в статье.
B2 noun /ˌɛksɪˈkjuːʃən/

execution

исполнение, выполнение
Meaning
the act of carrying out a plan, order, or legal sentence
Example
The success of a project depends on its proper execution.
Успех проекта зависит от правильного исполнения.
C2 noun /ˈæf.ə.rɪ.zəm/

aphorism

афоризм
Meaning
a short, witty saying that expresses a general truth or principle
Example
He began his speech with an aphorism about life and success.
Он начал свою речь с афоризма о жизни и успехе.