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B2 adjective ˈskɒl.ə.li

scholarly

учёный
Meaning
Having or showing great knowledge or learning; academic in approach or method.
Example
He wrote a scholarly article on ancient philosophy.
Он написал учёную статью о древней философии.
C1 adjective /ˈstɛriəˌtaɪpt/

stereotyped

стереотипный
Meaning
Conforming to a fixed or oversimplified idea of what someone or something is like.
Example
His stereotyped jokes failed to impress the audience.
Его стереотипные шутки не впечатлили публику.
A1 verb /stænd/

stand

стоять
Meaning
to be in an upright position; to tolerate or endure
Example
Please stand up when the teacher enters.
Пожалуйста, встаньте, когда учитель войдёт.
B2 noun /ˈsæksəfoʊn/

Saxophone

саксофон
Meaning
a wind musical instrument with a curved metal body and a single reed mouthpiece
Example
The jazz musician played a beautiful solo on his saxophone.
Джазовый музыкант сыграл прекрасное соло на своем саксофоне.
B2 adverb /ˈʃɑːrpli/

sharply

резко
Meaning
suddenly and strongly; in a cutting or intense way
Example
Prices rose sharply after the announcement.
Цены резко выросли после объявления.
B2 noun ˈsəʊ.ʃəl ˈdʒʌs.tɪs

social justice

социальная справедливость
Meaning
Justice in terms of the distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges within a society.
Example
Social justice ensures equality of opportunity.
Социальная справедливость обеспечивает равенство возможностей.
A1 noun /sɛpˈtɛmbər/

september

сентябрь
Meaning
The ninth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar
Example
My birthday is in September, and I always celebrate it with friends.
Мой день рождения в сентябре, и я всегда праздную его с друзьями.
C1 noun /sɪv/

sieve

сито
Meaning
a utensil with a mesh or perforated bottom, used for straining or sifting
Example
She used a sieve to strain the pasta.
Она использовала сито, чтобы процеживать пасту.
C2 adjective /ˈstɒlɪd/

stolid

невозмутимый, стойкий
Meaning
Calm, dependable, and showing little emotion or animation.
Example
Despite the chaos around him, he remained stolid and composed.
Несмотря на хаос вокруг него, он оставался спокойным и собранным.
C2 adjective /ˈsæ.loʊ/

sallow

желтоватый
Meaning
Of an unhealthy yellow or pale brown color, often referring to skin.
Example
His sallow complexion made him look tired and sickly.
Его желтоватое лицо заставляло его выглядеть уставшим и больным.
B2 adjective /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪzd/

specialized

специализированный
Meaning
designed or developed for a particular purpose or function
Example
He has a specialized knowledge of ancient civilizations.
У него есть специализированные знания об античных цивилизациях.
C2 verb /ˈsʌli/

sully

порочить
Meaning
to damage the purity, integrity, or reputation of something
Example
The scandal sullied the politician’s reputation.
Скандал порочил репутацию политика.
C1 noun /səˈnɑːtə/

sonata

музыкальная композиция (соната)
Meaning
A musical composition for one or more instruments, typically in several movements.
Example
She performed a beautiful Beethoven sonata on the piano.
Она исполнила прекрасную сонату Бетховена на пианино.
B2 noun /ˈsloʊɡən/

slogan

Meaning
a short and memorable phrase used to promote a cause or product
Example
The campaign used a powerful slogan to inspire people.
B1 noun /ˈskwɪr.əl/

Squirrel

белка
Meaning
a small agile tree-dwelling rodent with a long bushy tail
Example
The squirrel gathered nuts for winter.
Белка собирала орехи для зимы.
A2 noun /sænd/

sand

счастье
Meaning
Small loose grains of crushed rock, found on beaches and deserts.
Example
Children built castles out of sand on the beach.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
A1 pronoun /ˈsʌmbədi/

somebody

кто-то
Meaning
an unspecified person
Example
Somebody is knocking at the door.
Кто-то стучит в дверь.
C1 verb /skɪmp/

skimp

скупиться
Meaning
to use less of something than is necessary in order to save money or effort
Example
Don’t skimp on quality when buying a new laptop.
Не скупись на качество, когда покупаешь новый ноутбук.
C1 noun səˈsteɪnəbəl ænd kəˈlæbərətɪv əˈproʊtʃ

sustainable and collaborative approach

устойчивый и совместный подход
Meaning
A method of working together that can be maintained over time without depleting resources or causing harm.
Example
A sustainable and collaborative approach is crucial for solving environmental problems.
Устойчивый и совместный подход имеет решающее значение для решения экологических проблем.
C1 noun /səˈbætɪkəl/

sabbatical

период отпуска для учебы или путешествий
Meaning
A period of paid leave granted to a teacher or worker for study or travel, traditionally every seventh year.
Example
She took a sabbatical to research her new book.
Она взяла саббатикал, чтобы исследовать свою новую книгу.
B2 noun /ˈsɪmpəθi/

Sympathy

сочувствие
Meaning
feelings of pity and sorrow for someone else's misfortune
Example
She expressed her sympathy for the victims of the accident.
Она выразила свое сочувствие жертвам аварии.
C1 adjective /səbˈmɪs.ɪv/

Submissive

покорный; послушный; смиренный
Meaning
ready to obey others; yielding to authority; humble and compliant
Example
She became submissive after years of harsh treatment.
Она стала покорной после многих лет жестокого обращения.
C1 verb /səˈplænt/

supplant

замещать
Meaning
To take the place of something or someone, often by force or strategy.
Example
Digital platforms have supplanted traditional newspapers.
Цифровые платформы заменили традиционные газеты.
C1 adjective /snaɪd/

snide

язвительный
Meaning
mocking or insulting in an indirect way
Example
He couldn’t resist making a snide comment about her dress.
Он не мог удержаться от язвительного комментария о ее платье.
A1 noun /ˈʃʊɡər/

Sugar

сахар
Meaning
sweet crystalline substance used as a sweetener
Example
Please add two teaspoons of sugar to my coffee.
Пожалуйста, добавьте две чайные ложки сахара в мой кофе.
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.
C1 noun /ˈsʌtlti/

subtlety

тонкость
Meaning
The quality or state of being subtle.
Example
She understood the subtlety of the situation.
Она поняла тонкость ситуации.
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.
A1 verb /seɪ/

say

сказать
Meaning
to speak words; to express something in words
Example
She said hello to me.
Она сказала мне привет.
B1 noun /ˈsʌn.flaʊər/

Sun flower

подсолнух
Meaning
a large yellow flower that turns to face the sun
Example
The sunflower field looked amazing in the bright sunlight.
Поле подсолнечников выглядело потрясающе на ярком солнце.
B2 adverb /ˈsiː.krət.li/

secretly

тайно
Meaning
in a way that is hidden or not known by others
Example
She secretly planned a surprise party for her friend.
Она тайно спланировала вечеринку-сюрприз для своей подруги.
C2 adjective /ˈsiːmi/

seamy

низкий, грязный
Meaning
Morally degraded, unpleasant, or sordid.
Example
The novel reveals the seamy side of city life.
Роман раскрывает грязную сторону городской жизни.
A2 adjective /ˈsəʊʃəl/

social

социальный
Meaning
relating to society or its organization
Example
She has a very social personality and enjoys meeting new people.
У неё очень социальная личность, и она любит встречать новых людей.
B2 noun /steɪn/

Stain

пятно; след
Meaning
a colored patch or dirty mark that is difficult to remove; a blemish or damage to reputation
Example
There was a coffee stain on his white shirt.
На его белой рубашке была пятно от кофе.
B2 noun/verb /stʌnt/

stunt

трюк, достижение, препятствовать росту
Meaning
a daring or unusual action performed for entertainment or publicity; to hinder growth or development
Example
The actor performed a dangerous stunt in the movie.
Актёр исполнил опасный стант в фильме.
C2 noun /sɪˈrɒkoʊ/

sirocco

горячий и сухой ветер
Meaning
A hot, dry wind blowing from North Africa across the Mediterranean to southern Europe.
Example
The sirocco made the city unbearably hot and dusty.
Сирокко сделала город невыносимо горячим и пыльным.
B2 noun /ˈsaɪrən/

siren

сирена
Meaning
A device that makes a loud prolonged sound as a signal or warning; in mythology, a creature that lures sailors with enchanting songs.
Example
The police car passed with its siren blaring.
Полиция проехала с включенной сиреной.
C2 noun /sɪlf/

sylph

сильфида
Meaning
A mythical spirit of the air; also refers to a slender, graceful woman.
Example
She moved across the stage like a sylph, light and graceful.
Она двигалась по сцене как сильфида, легкая и грациозная.
C2 noun səˈtaɪ.ə.ti

satiety

насыщение
Meaning
The feeling of being satisfied or full, especially with regard to food.
Example
High-fiber foods provide longer satiety.
Продукты с высоким содержанием клетчатки обеспечивают длительное насыщение.
B2 verb /ˈskrɪbəl/

scribble

царапать
Meaning
to write or draw carelessly or quickly
Example
The child scribbled all over the wall.
Ребенок начертил все на стене.
C1 verb /ˈskʌr.i/

scurry

бежать быстро
Meaning
To move quickly with short, hurried steps.
Example
The mice scurried across the kitchen floor when the lights turned on.
Мыши быстро бегали по кухонному полу, когда включились огни.
B2 noun /ˌsɛkʃuˈæləti/

sexuality

сексуальность
Meaning
a person's capacity for sexual feelings and orientation
Example
She spoke openly about her sexuality and identity.
Она откровенно говорила о своей сексуальности и идентичности.
A2 noun /ˈspaɪ.dər/

Spider

паук
Meaning
a small creature with eight legs that makes webs to catch insects
Example
The spider caught a fly in its web.
Паук поймал муху в своей паутине.
B1 noun, verb /strɪŋ/

string

шнур
Meaning
a thin piece of cord or thread; to tie or fasten with a string
Example
She tied the package with a string.
Она завязала пакет шнурком.
A2 noun /ʃɪp/

Ship

корабль
Meaning
a large watercraft that travels the world's oceans and seas
Example
The cargo ship departed from the port at dawn.
Грузовой корабль отплыл из порта на рассвете.
C1 noun /ˌspɒn.təˈneɪ.ɪ.ti/

spontaneity

спонтанность
Meaning
The quality of being spontaneous; natural and unplanned behavior.
Example
His spontaneity makes him a great conversationalist.
Его спонтанность делает его отличным собеседником.
C1 noun /ˌsʌpəˈzɪʃən/

supposition

предположение
Meaning
An assumption or belief that something is true without certain proof.
Example
His plan was based on the supposition that the market would recover quickly.
Его план был основан на предположении, что рынок быстро восстановится.
C2 noun /ˈsætər/

satyr

счастье
Meaning
a creature from Greek mythology depicted as a lustful being, often half-man and half-goat; by extension, a lecherous man
Example
In the museum mural, a satyr plays the panpipes while dancing in the woods.
Она не могла скрыть свое счастье, когда получила награду.
C2 noun /spɪˈlʌŋkər/

spelunker

спелеолог
Meaning
A person who explores caves as a hobby.
Example
The spelunker carried ropes and lights into the dark cave.
Спелеолог принёс верёвки и фонари в тёмную пещеру.
A1 verb /smaɪl/

smile

улыбка
Meaning
to express happiness or friendliness by turning the corners of the mouth upwards
Example
She smiled when she saw the gift.
Она улыбнулась, когда увидела подарок.
C1 noun ˈsɛlfləsnɪs

selflessness

бескорыстие
Meaning
The quality of being concerned more with the needs of others than with one's own.
Example
Selflessness is a key value for community building.
Бескорыстие - важная ценность для построения сообщества.
B1 noun /slaɪd/

Slide

горка
Meaning
a smooth surface for sliding down; a piece of playground equipment
Example
The children enjoyed playing on the slide at the park.
Дети наслаждались игрой на горке в парке.
C1 verb /sɪˈkriːt/

secrete

секретировать
Meaning
to produce and release a substance from a cell, gland, or organ
Example
The pancreas secretes insulin to regulate blood sugar levels.
Поджелудочная железа секретирует инсулин для регуляции уровня сахара в крови.
C1 noun /stɛntʃ/

stench

вонь
Meaning
A very strong and unpleasant smell.
Example
The stench of garbage filled the alley.
Запах мусора заполнил переулок.
B2 adjective /ˈʃeɪm.fəl/

Shameful

позорный; бесславный; стыдный
Meaning
causing shame; disgraceful; embarrassing
Example
His shameful behavior embarrassed the entire family.
Его позорное поведение опозорило всю семью.
C2 noun /sɪˈmɪlɪtjuːd/

Similitude

сходство; подобие
Meaning
the quality or state of being similar; resemblance
Example
The similitude between the two paintings suggested they were by the same artist.
Сходство между двумя картинами предложило, что они были написаны одним художником.
A2 adjective /ˈsaɪ.lənt/

Silent

тихий; спокойный; молчаливый
Meaning
making no sound; quiet; not speaking
Example
The library was completely silent during study hours.
Библиотека была полностью тихой во время учебных часов.
C1 noun /ˈstɒpɪdʒ/

stoppage

остановка; прекращение
Meaning
The act of stopping or ceasing; a halt in operation or activity
Example
The sudden stoppage of the train caused delays for all passengers.
Внезапная остановка поезда вызвала задержки у всех пассажиров.
C2 adjective /sɛnˈtɛnʃəs/

sententious

морализаторский; нравоучительный
Meaning
Given to moralizing in a pompous or affected manner.
Example
His sententious remarks annoyed the audience.
Его морализаторские замечания разозлили аудиторию.
B2 adjective /səbˈstæn.ʃəl/

Substantial

существенный; значительный; существенный
Meaning
large in size, amount, or importance; considerable; significant
Example
There was a substantial increase in sales this quarter.
В этом квартале было значительное увеличение продаж.
B2 adjective /ˈsoʊʃəbəl/

Sociable

общительный; дружелюбный; экстраверт
Meaning
friendly and enjoys being with other people; outgoing
Example
She is very sociable and makes friends easily.
Она очень общительная и легко находит друзей.
B2 noun səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ɪ.ti

sustainability

устойчивость
Meaning
The ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level; the avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain ecological balance.
Example
Sustainability ensures long-term environmental health.
Устойчивость обеспечивает долгосрочное экологическое здоровье.
C1 adjective /ˈsɜːrpənˌtiːn/

serpentine

змееподобный
Meaning
Having the shape, movement, or qualities of a serpent; winding or twisting.
Example
The road took a serpentine path through the mountains.
Дорога шла извилистой тропой через горы.
C1 verb /ˈstæɡ.neɪt/

stagnate

стагнировать
Meaning
to stop developing, progressing, or moving
Example
Without innovation, the business will stagnate.
Без инноваций бизнес будет стагнировать.
B2 noun /ˈsɜr.neɪm/

Surname

фамилия
Meaning
a hereditary name common to all members of a family; family name
Example
Please write your first name and surname on the form.
Пожалуйста, напишите ваше имя и фамилию в форме.
C1 noun /ˈsɔːrsəri/

sorcery

колдовство
Meaning
the use of magical powers, especially through spells and enchantments
Example
The villagers believed the illness was caused by sorcery.
Жители деревни верили, что болезнь вызвана колдовством.
B2 noun sɔɪl ɪˈrəʊʒən

soil erosion

эрозия почвы
Meaning
The wearing away of topsoil by water, wind, or other natural forces.
Example
Soil erosion can lead to the loss of fertile land.
Эрозия почвы может привести к потере плодородных земель.
C1 verb /strʌt/

strut

идти с гордостью
Meaning
to walk with a stiff, proud, and confident gait, often to show off
Example
He strutted across the stage after winning the award.
Он гордо прошел по сцене после того, как выиграл награду.
A2 noun səkˈsɛs

success

успех
Meaning
The accomplishment of an aim or purpose; the attainment of popularity or profit
Example
Success requires focus and determination.
Успех требует сосредоточенности и решимости.
A2 noun ˈsaɪəns

science

наука
Meaning
The intellectual and practical activity encompassing the systematic study of the structure and behaviour of the physical and natural world through observation and experiment.
Example
Science continues to explore the unknown.
Наука продолжает исследовать неизведанное.
A2 adjective /skɛrd/

scared

напуганный
Meaning
feeling afraid or worried
Example
She was scared of the dark.
Она боялась темноты.
B2 verb /stʌn/

stun

ошеломить, потрясти
Meaning
to shock or surprise someone greatly; to knock someone unconscious or dazed
Example
The news of her sudden resignation stunned everyone.
Новость о её внезапной отставке ошеломила всех.
B2 noun ˈʃeɪdɪd ˈɛəriə

shaded area

затененная зона
Meaning
An area that is protected from direct sunlight.
Example
We sat in a shaded area by the riverbank.
Мы сидели в затененной зоне у берега реки.
C1 adjective /ˈskænti/

Scanty

малый по размеру или количеству; недостаточный; едва достаточный
Meaning
small in size or amount; insufficient; barely adequate
Example
The refugee camp had scanty food supplies.
В лагере беженцев было мало продовольствия.
C1 adjective /ˈstraɪ.dənt/

strident

резкий, громкий
Meaning
loud and harsh; presenting a point of view in a forceful way
Example
His strident voice made the debate uncomfortable.
Его резкий голос сделал дебаты неудобными.
A1 noun /ˈsɪstər/

sister

сестра
Meaning
a female sibling; a girl or woman in relation to other children of her parents
Example
My sister is coming to visit us next week.
Моя сестра приедет к нам на следующей неделе.
B2 noun /stɔːrk/

Stork

Аист
Meaning
large wading bird with long legs and a long neck
Example
The stork built its nest on top of the tall chimney.
Аист построил своё гнездо на вершине высокого дымохода.
C2 adjective /ˈswɔːrði/

swarthy

смуглый
Meaning
Having a dark complexion or skin tone.
Example
The sailor had a swarthy face from years under the sun.
Моряк имел смуглое лицо после многих лет под солнцем.
B2 noun /ˈsɛktər/

sector

сектор
Meaning
a distinct part or area of an economy, society, or industry
Example
The technology sector is growing rapidly.
Технологический сектор быстро растет.
C1 verb /ˌsuːpərˈsiːd/

supersede

заменить
Meaning
To replace or take the place of something because it is more modern or effective.
Example
This new law will supersede the old regulations.
Этот новый закон заменит старые правила.
B1 adjective ˈsʌb.mə.riːn

submarine

субмарина
Meaning
Existing, occurring, or used underwater, especially in relation to vessels or cables.
Example
Submarine cables facilitate international communication.
Подводные кабели облегчают международную связь.
B2 noun/verb /ˈslɔː.tər/

slaughter

убой / массовое убийство
Meaning
the killing of animals for food; killing in large numbers violently
Example
The army slaughtered hundreds of enemy soldiers.
Армия убила сотни вражеских солдат.
A1 noun /sɪks/

six

шесть
Meaning
the number 6
Example
There are six apples on the table.
На столе шесть яблок.
B2 verb /ˈsteɪ.bə.laɪz/

stabilize

стабилизировать
Meaning
to make something steady, secure, or unlikely to change suddenly
Example
The government took measures to stabilize the economy.
Правительство приняло меры для стабилизации экономики.
B2 verb /ˈsɪmbəlaɪz/

symbolize

символизировать
Meaning
to represent or stand for something else
Example
The dove symbolizes peace across cultures.
Голубь символизирует мир в разных культурах.
C1 adjective /suːˈpɜːrlətɪv/

superlative

суперлатив
Meaning
Of the highest quality or degree; expressing the extreme form of an adjective or adverb.
Example
Her performance was superlative, earning her a standing ovation.
Её выступление было суперлативным, она получила стоячие овации.
B2 adjective /stiːp/

steep

крутой, чрезмерный
Meaning
Having a sharp inclination or high slope; also can mean excessive (as in price).
Example
The hikers climbed a steep mountain trail.
Туристы поднялись по крутой горной тропе.
C1 noun səbˈsɪs.təns

subsistence

пропитание
Meaning
The action or fact of maintaining or supporting oneself at a minimum level.
Example
Many farmers depend on subsistence agriculture.
Многие фермеры зависят от натурального хозяйства.
B2 adjective /ˈʃæl.oʊ/

Shallow

поверхностный; мелкий; нехватка глубины знаний
Meaning
not deep; superficial; lacking depth of knowledge
Example
The shallow water is perfect for children to play.
Мелкая вода идеально подходит для детей для игры.
C1 adjective /sɪmˈplɪstɪk/

simplistic

слишком упрощенный
Meaning
treating complex issues as if they were much simpler than they really are
Example
His explanation was too simplistic and ignored key details.
Его объяснение было слишком упрощенным и игнорировало ключевые детали.
B2 noun /ˈseɡ.mənt/

Segment

сегмент; часть; разделённая часть
Meaning
each of the parts into which something is divided; a section or portion
Example
The orange was divided into eight segments.
Апельсин был разделён на восемь сегментов.
C2 noun /stɒˈkeɪd/

stockade

деревянный забор
Meaning
a defensive barrier made of strong posts or timbers, often around a fort or prison
Example
The prisoners were kept inside the wooden stockade.
Заключенные были помещены внутрь деревянного забора.
B2 adjective ˈsiːm.ləs

seamless

бесшовный
Meaning
A process or service that works without any interruption.
Example
A seamless checkout process improves user satisfaction.
Бесшовный процесс оформления заказа повышает удовлетворенность пользователей.
C1 adjective /ˈsʌlən/

sullen

угрюмый
Meaning
bad-tempered and gloomy; silently resentful
Example
She gave him a sullen look and walked away.
Она бросила на него угрюмый взгляд и ушла.
C1 adjective /stjuːˈpɛndəs/

stupendous

поразительный
Meaning
extremely impressive; amazing in size, degree, or excellence
Example
The magician’s performance was simply stupendous.
Выступление фокусника было просто поразительным.
B1 noun /ˈsæm.ən/

salmon

лосось
Meaning
A large fish with pink flesh, often eaten as food.
Example
They served grilled salmon for dinner.
Они подали жареного лосося на ужин.
A2 noun steɪt

state

государство
Meaning
A nation or territory considered as an organized political community under one government.
Example
The state declared a new language policy.
Государство объявило новую языковую политику.
C1 noun /suˈpriː.mə.si/

Supremacy

превосходство; высший авторитет или власть
Meaning
the state of being supreme; highest authority or power
Example
The country established naval supremacy in the region.
Страна установила морское превосходство в регионе.
C2 noun /sfɛˈrɪsɪti/

sphericity

сферичность
Meaning
The quality or state of being spherical; roundness.
Example
The sphericity of the ball made it roll smoothly on the ground.
Сферичность мяча позволила ему гладко катиться по земле.
A2 adjective /ˈsɛvrəl/

several

несколько
Meaning
more than one but not many; a few
Example
Several people attended the meeting yesterday.
Несколько человек посетили встречу вчера.
B2 adjective səˈfɪs.tɪ.keɪ.tɪd

sophisticated

софистицированный
Meaning
Having great knowledge or experience of the world and knowing about fashion, culture, and other things that people think are socially important; highly developed or complex.
Example
Sophisticated designs enhance aesthetics.
Софистицированные дизайны улучшают эстетику.
C1 adjective /sɛkˈtɛəriən/

sectarian

сектантский
Meaning
relating to or characterized by the differences between sects, often leading to conflict
Example
The region has been troubled by sectarian violence for decades.
Регион страдает от сектантского насилия на протяжении десятилетий.
A2 noun /sɔːs/

Sauce

соус
Meaning
a liquid or semi-liquid substance served with food to add moisture and flavor
Example
She added tomato sauce to her pasta.
Она добавила томатный соус в свою пасту.
B2 adjective /stɪf/

Stiff

жесткий; твердый; негибкий
Meaning
not easily bent or changed; rigid; firm
Example
The old wooden board was too stiff to bend.
Старая деревянная доска была слишком жесткой, чтобы согнуться.
A2 noun /ˈstændərd/

standard

стандарт
Meaning
a level of quality or achievement, or a measure of comparison
Example
This car meets all the safety standards.
Этот автомобиль соответствует всем стандартам безопасности.
C1 verb /skʌlpt/

sculpt

счастье
Meaning
to create or shape something by carving or molding
Example
The artist sculpted a beautiful statue from marble.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда она получила награду.
B2 adjective /ˈsɛkʃʊəl/

sexual

сексуальный
Meaning
relating to the instincts, physiological processes, and activities connected with physical attraction or intimate physical contact between individuals
Example
The sexual health of individuals is an important topic in modern medicine.
Сексуальное здоровье людей — важная тема в современной медицине.
A2 noun /ʃɛlf/

shelf

полка
Meaning
a flat surface used for storing or displaying things, typically fixed to a wall or inside a cabinet
Example
I placed the books on the shelf next to the window.
Я положил книги на полку рядом с окном.
C1 noun /ˈstɪɡmə/

stigma

стигма
Meaning
a mark of shame or disgrace associated with a particular circumstance or quality
Example
There is still a stigma around mental health issues in many societies.
В некоторых обществах до сих пор существует стигма, связанная с проблемами психического здоровья.
C2 noun /ˌself əˈbeɪs.mənt/

self-abasement

самоуничижение
Meaning
The act of belittling or humiliating oneself.
Example
His constant self-abasement made others uncomfortable.
Его постоянное самоуничижение заставляло других чувствовать себя неудобно.
C2 noun /ˈstrætədʒəm/

stratagem

стратегема
Meaning
a plan or scheme designed to achieve a particular goal, often by trickery
Example
The general devised a clever stratagem to outwit the enemy.
Генерал разработал хитрый стратегему, чтобы обмануть врага.
A2 noun /saɪt/

sight

зрение
Meaning
the ability to see or something that is seen
Example
The sight of the sunset took her breath away.
Вид солнца унес ее дыхание.
C1 noun /ˈsteɪl.meɪt/

stalemate

тупик
Meaning
A situation in which no progress can be made or no party can win.
Example
Negotiations ended in a stalemate.
Переговоры закончились тупиком.
B2 noun /ˌsuːpərɪnˈtɛndənt/

superintendent

директор
Meaning
a person who oversees, manages, or directs an organization, building, or project
Example
The superintendent visited the classrooms to check on progress.
Директор посетил классы, чтобы проверить прогресс.
C2 noun /ˈskɪz.əm/ or /ˈsɪz.əm/

schism

счастье
Meaning
A division or split between strongly opposed parties, often in religion or organizations.
Example
The schism in the church led to the formation of two separate groups.
Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.
C2 adjective, adverb /ˈsaɪdlɔːŋ/

sidelong

косой взгляд
Meaning
Directed to the side; indirect, furtive, or not straightforward.
Example
She gave him a sidelong glance across the room.
Она бросила на него косой взгляд через комнату.
C2 verb /ˈsʌbdʒʊˌɡeɪt/

subjugate

подчинить
Meaning
To bring under domination or control, especially by conquest.
Example
The empire sought to subjugate the neighboring kingdoms.
Империя пыталась подчинить соседние королевства.
C1 verb /spɜːrn/

spurn

отвергать с презрением
Meaning
To reject something or someone with disdain or contempt.
Example
She spurned his offer of help.
Она отвергла его предложение о помощи с презрением.
A2 verb /sɜːrtʃ/

search

искать
Meaning
to look carefully for someone or something; to examine thoroughly
Example
The police searched the house for evidence.
Полиция обыскала дом в поисках доказательств.
B2 adjective /sɪˈlek.tɪv/

Selective

избирательный
Meaning
relating to or involving careful selection; choosy about what to accept
Example
The university has a selective admission process for new students.
В университете есть избирательный процесс поступления для новых студентов.
B2 verb /sʌk/

suck

сосать
Meaning
to draw something into the mouth by using the lips and tongue
Example
The baby began to suck her thumb.
Ребенок начал сосать свой палец.