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B2 adverb /ˈsel.fɪʃ.li/

Selfishly

эгоистично
Meaning
in a selfish manner; caring only about oneself
Example
He selfishly took all the cookies.
Он эгоистично забрал все печенья.
C2 adjective /ˈstɜːr.tər.əs/

stertorous

громкое храпанье
Meaning
Characterized by heavy snoring or breathing.
Example
The patient’s stertorous breathing alarmed the nurses.
Стерторозное дыхание пациента напугало медсестер.
B1 noun /ˈʃoʊldər/

Shoulder

плечо
Meaning
the part of the body between the neck and the arm
Example
He carried the bag over his shoulder.
Он носил сумку на плече.
B1 noun, verb /skiːm/

scheme

план / заговор
Meaning
a plan or arrangement, especially one that is secret or dishonest
Example
They devised a scheme to cheat investors.
Они разработали схему, чтобы обмануть инвесторов.
C2 noun /skriːd/

screed

длинное и скучное письмо
Meaning
a long, tedious piece of writing or speech; also a layer of material like cement spread on a surface
Example
He delivered a long screed against corruption.
Он произнес длинную речь против коррупции.
B2 noun /səkˈsɛʃ.ən/

succession

экологическая сукцессия
Meaning
The process of ecological change in which one community of organisms is gradually replaced by another.
Example
Forest succession occurs when old ecosystems are replaced by new ones.
Лесная сукцессия происходит, когда старые экосистемы заменяются новыми.
C1 adjective /ˈseɪ.li.ənt/

salient

важный, заметный или выдающийся
Meaning
Most important, prominent, or noticeable
Example
The report highlighted the salient points of the discussion.
Отчёт выделил важнейшие моменты обсуждения.
C1 adjective /skænt/

Scant

скудный
Meaning
barely sufficient; inadequate; small in amount
Example
There was scant evidence to support his claim.
Было очень мало доказательств, чтобы поддержать его утверждение.
C1 adjective /səˈsɛp.tə.bəl/

susceptible

подверженный или уязвимый к влиянию или повреждению чем-то определенным
Meaning
Likely or liable to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing.
Example
Children are more susceptible to infections.
Дети более восприимчивы к инфекциям.
C2 noun /ˈsɪbɪləns/

sibilance

шипящий звук
Meaning
A hissing or hushing sound, especially in speech with 's' or 'sh'.
Example
The poet used sibilance to create a soft, hissing effect in the verse.
Поэт использовал сибилянт для создания мягкого, шипящего эффекта в стихах.
B2 adjective /stəˈtɪstɪkəl/

statistical

статистический
Meaning
relating to the use or analysis of numerical data
Example
The report provides statistical data about population growth.
Отчет предоставляет статистические данные о росте населения.
C1 adjective /ˈsɒljʊbəl/

soluble

растворимый
Meaning
able to be dissolved, especially in water
Example
Sugar is soluble in water.
Сахар растворим в воде.
B2 verb /səˈrɛndər/

surrender

сдаваться
Meaning
to give up or yield to an opponent or authority
Example
The army finally surrendered after weeks of fighting.
Армия в конце концов сдалась после недель боевых действий.
B2 verb /stɪə(r)/

steer

управлять
Meaning
to guide or control the movement of a vehicle, vessel, or person
Example
He steered the car carefully through the narrow street.
Он аккуратно вел машину по узкой улице.
B1 adverb /ˈsel.dəm/

Seldom

редко
Meaning
not often; rarely; infrequently
Example
She seldom goes to the cinema.
Она редко ходит в кино.
B2 noun /ˈsɪmfəni/

Symphony

симфония
Meaning
an elaborate musical composition for full orchestra, typically in four movements
Example
The orchestra performed Beethoven's Fifth Symphony.
Оркестр исполнил Пятую симфонию Бетховена.
B2 noun /stjuːˈpɪdəti/

stupidity

глупость
Meaning
lack of intelligence or common sense
Example
His stupidity caused a lot of problems for the team.
Его глупость вызвала много проблем для команды.
B1 noun /swɒn/

Swan

лебедь
Meaning
a large waterbird with a long curved neck and usually white plumage
Example
The elegant swan glided silently across the water.
Элегантный лебедь скользил бесшумно по воде.
C1 adjective, verb /sɪˈdeɪt/

sedate

седировать
Meaning
calm, quiet, and composed; or to administer a drug to make someone calm or sleep
Example
The nurse sedated the patient before the operation.
Медсестра оседлатила пациента перед операцией.
B2 noun ˈsʌbstɪˌtut

substitute

заменитель
Meaning
A person or thing acting or serving in place of another.
Example
Money cannot be a substitute for genuine happiness.
Деньги не могут быть заменой настоящему счастью.
A1 verb /sel/

sell

продавать
Meaning
to give something to someone in exchange for money
Example
They sell fresh fruits at the market.
Они продают свежие фрукты на рынке.
C1 noun /ˈsaɪd.laɪn dɪˈskʌʃənz/

sideline discussions

второстепенные обсуждения
Meaning
Informal or secondary conversations that occur outside the main agenda of a formal meeting.
Example
Sideline discussions often lead to agreements.
Второстепенные обсуждения часто приводят к соглашениям.
C2 noun /ˈsoʊbrɪˌkeɪ/

sobriquet

прозвище
Meaning
a person's nickname or descriptive name
Example
The famous leader was known by the sobriquet 'The Iron Lady'.
Знаменитый лидер был известен под прозвищем 'Железная Леди'.
A2 adverb /ˈseɪf.li/

Safely

безопасно
Meaning
in a safe manner; without danger or risk
Example
Drive safely on the icy road.
Едьте осторожно по обледенелой дороге.
C2 noun /ˈsɒfɪst/

sophist

софист
Meaning
a person who uses clever but misleading arguments
Example
He was dismissed as a sophist who twisted facts to win debates.
Его отстранили как софиста, который искажал факты, чтобы выиграть дебаты.
C1 noun ˌsætʃəˈreɪʃən

saturation

насыщение
Meaning
The state of being saturated; the degree or extent to which something is dissolved or absorbed
Example
The saturation of the market with similar products reduced sales.
Насыщение рынка похожими продуктами снизило продажи.
C1 noun /ˈskwɒlər/

squalor

нищета
Meaning
the state of being extremely dirty and unpleasant, especially due to poverty or neglect
Example
They lived in squalor without basic facilities.
Они жили в нищете без базовых удобств.
C1 adjective /ˈspɪndli/

spindly

тонкий и слабый
Meaning
Long, thin, and weak-looking
Example
The spindly tree bent under the weight of the snow.
Тонкое дерево согнулось под тяжестью снега.
C2 adjective /ˌsɛm.iˈkɒn.ʃəs/

semiconscious

полусознательный
Meaning
Only partly conscious; not fully aware of surroundings.
Example
He was semiconscious after the accident and could barely respond.
Он был полусознателен после аварии и едва мог ответить.
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 noun /sleɪ/

sleigh

сани
Meaning
A vehicle pulled by horses or reindeer over snow or ice.
Example
Children were excited to ride in the sleigh through the snowy village.
Дети были взволнованы, катаясь на санях по заснеженной деревне.
B2 verb /sniːk/

sneak

Meaning
to move quietly and secretly to avoid being noticed
Example
He tried to sneak into the house without waking anyone.
A2 adjective /sɔft/

Soft

мягкий; нежный; тихий
Meaning
not hard or firm; gentle; quiet; tender
Example
The pillow is very soft and comfortable.
Подушка очень мягкая и удобная.
A2 noun /ˈstrɔːbəri/

Strawberry

клубника
Meaning
a small red heart-shaped fruit with tiny seeds on the surface and sweet taste
Example
I love eating fresh strawberries with cream during summer.
Я люблю есть свежую клубнику с кремом летом.
B1 adjective /səˈpəʊzd/

supposed

предположительный
Meaning
generally believed or assumed, but not necessarily true
Example
This is the supposed solution to the problem.
Это предполагаемое решение проблемы.
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.
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.
C2 noun /ˈspɒt.ɪd sneɪk hed/

Spotted snake head

пятнистая змееголовая рыба
Meaning
a type of freshwater fish with spotted markings and an elongated head resembling a snake
Example
The spotted snake head is a popular fish for aquaculture in South Asia.
Пятнистая змееголовая рыба популярна для аквакультуры в Южной Азии.
B1 adjective /sɪnˈsɪər/

Sincere

искренний; подлинный; без притворства
Meaning
honest and genuine in expressing feelings; free from pretense or deceit
Example
She gave me a sincere apology for her mistake.
Она извинилась искренне за свою ошибку.
B2 noun /ˌspɛsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

specification

спецификация
Meaning
a detailed description or assessment of something
Example
The product specification includes all the necessary details.
Спецификация продукта включает все необходимые детали.
A2 noun /ˈstjuːdiəʊ/

studio

студия
Meaning
a room where an artist, photographer, musician, or broadcaster works
Example
The singer recorded her new song in the studio.
Певица записала свою новую песню в студии.
B2 verb /spɪl/

spill

пролить
Meaning
to cause liquid to flow or fall out of a container by accident
Example
Be careful not to spill your coffee.
Будь осторожен, не пролей свой кофе.
B1 noun /ˈstætʃuː/

Statue

трехмерное произведение искусства, обычно из камня, металла или дерева
Meaning
a three-dimensional work of art, typically made of stone, metal, or wood
Example
The statue of liberty is a famous landmark in New York.
Статуя Свободы - знаменитая достопримечательность в Нью-Йорке.
C1 adjective /ˈsɛn.sər.i/

sensory

сенсорный
Meaning
Related to the five human senses (sight, hearing, taste, touch, smell).
Example
Sensory feedback enhances the VR experience.
Сенсорная обратная связь улучшает опыт виртуальной реальности.
B2 adjective /ˈstʌf.i/

Stuffy

нехватка свежего воздуха; плохо вентилируемый; формальная и консервативная позиция
Meaning
lacking fresh air; poorly ventilated; formal and conservative in attitude
Example
The room was stuffy and needed fresh air.
Комната была душной и нуждалась в свежем воздухе.
A2 noun, verb /ˈsɛntəns/

sentence

predlozhenie; nakazanie
Meaning
A set of words that expresses a complete thought; or a punishment given by a court of law.
Example
The judge gave him a five-year prison sentence.
Sudya prisudil yemu pyat' let tyur'my.
B2 noun /spaɪt/

spite

злоба
Meaning
a desire to hurt, annoy, or offend someone
Example
She refused the gift out of spite.
Она отказалась от подарка из злобы.
C1 verb /ˈʃrɪvəl/

shrivel

высыхать
Meaning
To become dry, wrinkled, and smaller due to lack of moisture.
Example
The flowers shriveled under the hot sun.
Цветы высохли под палящим солнцем.
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.
C1 verb /ˈstrætɪfaɪ/

stratify

стратифицировать
Meaning
to arrange or divide into layers, classes, or categories
Example
The researchers plan to stratify the data based on age groups.
Исследователи планируют стратифицировать данные по возрастным группам.
C1 verb /sɪˈsiːd/

secede

выходить
Meaning
To formally withdraw from a political or organizational union.
Example
Several states threatened to secede from the union.
Несколько штатов угрожали выйти из союза.
B2 noun /ˈsæb.ə.tɑːʒ/

Sabotage

саботаж
Meaning
deliberate destruction of equipment or disruption of activities
Example
The factory was shut down due to an act of sabotage.
Завод был закрыт из-за акта саботажа.
B2 noun /strɪp/

Strip

длинная узкая полоса ткани, бумаги, пластика или другого материала
Meaning
a long narrow piece of cloth, paper, plastic, or other material
Example
She tore a strip of paper from the notebook.
Она оторвала полоску бумаги от блокнота.
C1 adjective /sɪˈnɒnɪməs/

synonymous

синоним
Meaning
having the same or nearly the same meaning; closely associated with something
Example
For many people, her name is synonymous with generosity.
Для многих людей её имя — синоним щедрости.
A1 noun /sʌn/

son

сын
Meaning
a male child of a parent
Example
His son is very talented in music.
Его сын очень талантлив в музыке.
C2 adjective /ˈseɪpiənt/

sapient

мудрый
Meaning
Wise, or appearing to be wise.
Example
The professor gave a sapient response to the complex question.
Профессор дал мудрый ответ на сложный вопрос.
C1 noun /ˈsaɪ.ən/

scion

потомок
Meaning
a descendant of a wealthy, aristocratic, or influential family
Example
He is the scion of a wealthy industrialist family.
Он потомок богатой индустриальной семьи.
C1 noun /səˈprɛʃən/

suppression

подавление
Meaning
the act of forcibly stopping something or holding back feelings or actions
Example
The suppression of free speech led to protests.
Подавление свободы слова привело к протестам.
A2 noun /ˈsɪŋ.ər/

Singer

певец
Meaning
a person who sings, especially as a job or profession
Example
The singer performed beautifully at the concert last night.
Певец прекрасно выступил на концерте вчера вечером.
B1 adjective /ˈsɪniər/

senior

старший
Meaning
having a higher rank or status; older or more experienced
Example
He is the senior manager in the department.
Он старший менеджер в отделе.
A2 noun /sprɪŋ/

spring

весна
Meaning
the season between winter and summer when plants begin to grow
Example
Flowers bloom in the spring.
Цветы распускаются весной.
A1 noun /ˈswɪmɪŋ/

swimming

плавание
Meaning
the activity or sport of moving through water using the limbs
Example
Swimming is a great way to stay fit and healthy.
Плавание — отличный способ оставаться в форме и здоровым.
C2 verb /slʌf/ or /sluː/

slough

сбрасывать кожу / болотистая местность
Meaning
To shed or cast off (like dead skin); also a swampy or muddy area.
Example
The snake sloughed off its old skin.
Змея сбросила свою старую кожу.
B1 adverb /ˈʃɔːt.li/

Shortly

скоро; через короткое время; кратко
Meaning
soon; in a short time; briefly
Example
The meeting will begin shortly.
Встреча начнется скоро.
B2 noun /ˈstæm.ɪ.nə/

Stamina

выносливость
Meaning
the ability to sustain prolonged physical or mental effort
Example
Marathon runners need great stamina to complete the race.
Марафонцам нужна большая выносливость, чтобы завершить гонку.
A1 adjective strɒŋ

strong

сильный
Meaning
Having the power to move heavy weights or perform other physically demanding tasks.
Example
A strong defense secures victory.
Сильная оборона гарантирует победу.
C1 noun /ˈʃɜːrbət/

sherbet

шербет
Meaning
a sweet flavored drink or a frozen dessert made from sweetened fruit juice
Example
On hot days, she enjoys a glass of lemon sherbet.
В жаркие дни она наслаждается стаканом лимонного шербета.
B1 adjective /səˈfɪʃənt/

Sufficient

достаточный; подходящий для цели; удовлетворительный
Meaning
enough; adequate for the purpose; satisfactory
Example
We have sufficient time to complete the project.
У нас достаточно времени для завершения проекта.
B2 noun /ˌstɪm.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

stimulation

стимуляция
Meaning
The action of arousing interest, enthusiasm, or excitement.
Example
Stimulation reduces stress and aids relaxation.
Стимуляция снижает стресс и способствует расслаблению.
B2 noun /ˈsɛnət/

senate

сенат
Meaning
a legislative or governing body, typically the upper chamber in a bicameral legislature
Example
The senate voted in favor of the new healthcare bill.
Сенат проголосовал за новый законопроект о здравоохранении.
C1 noun ˈstræt.ə.sfɪər

stratosphere

стратосфера
Meaning
The layer of the earth's atmosphere above the troposphere, extending to about 50 km above the earth's surface.
Example
The stratosphere provides a unique environment.
Стратосфера обеспечивает уникальную среду.
C1 noun /ˌsəʊʃəˈbɪləti/

sociability

общительность
Meaning
The quality or state of being sociable; friendliness.
Example
Her sociability made her popular in the office.
Её общительность сделала её популярной в офисе.
B1 noun /ˌsaʊθˈwɛst/

southwest

юго-запад
Meaning
the direction that is between south and west; a region in that direction
Example
They traveled to the southwest of the country for their vacation.
Они поехали на юго-запад страны на отдых.
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.
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.
B2 verb /sæk/

sack

уволить
Meaning
to dismiss from a job; to put something in a sack
Example
The company sacked him for poor performance.
Компания уволила его за плохую работу.
C2 noun /ˈsɛm.ɪ.nɛr.i/

seminary

семинария
Meaning
A school or college for training priests, ministers, or rabbis.
Example
He decided to enroll in a seminary to study theology.
Он решил записаться в семинарию, чтобы изучать теологию.
B2 verb /ˈspɛsɪfaɪ/

specify

указать
Meaning
to state or describe something clearly and exactly
Example
Please specify the time and place of the meeting.
Пожалуйста, укажите время и место встречи.
C2 noun /ˌsɪɡnɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

signification

значение
Meaning
the meaning or sense conveyed by a word, action, or symbol
Example
The signification of the gesture was misunderstood.
Значение жеста было понято неверно.
B2 adjective /swɪft/

swift

быстрый
Meaning
moving very quickly; happening promptly
Example
The river current was swift after the heavy rain.
Течение реки было быстрым после сильного дождя.
B2 adjective /ˈspɒtɪd/

Spotted

пятнистый; отмеченный; замеченный
Meaning
having spots or marks; noticed or seen
Example
The spotted leopard moved silently through the jungle.
Пятнистая пантера двигалась бесшумно через джунгли.
A2 noun /ˈsiː.nər.i/

Scenery

пейзаж
Meaning
the natural features of a landscape; the painted background used on a theater stage
Example
The mountain scenery was breathtakingly beautiful.
Горный пейзаж был захватывающе красив.
C2 noun /ˈsweɪʒən/

suasion

убеждение
Meaning
the act of persuading or influencing someone
Example
The leader used gentle suasion to win support for the plan.
Лидер использовал мягкое убеждение, чтобы получить поддержку для плана.
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.
A2 noun /stɛə/

stair

лестница
Meaning
a step or set of steps leading from one level to another
Example
He tripped on the stair and fell down.
Он споткнулся на лестнице и упал.
C1 verb /səbˈstænʃieɪt/

substantiate

доказывать
Meaning
To provide evidence to support or prove the truth of something.
Example
The lawyer worked to substantiate the claims with solid evidence.
Юрист работал, чтобы подтвердить эти претензии с помощью твердых доказательств.
C1 noun /ˈsɜːrtʃɑːrdʒ/

surcharge

дополнительная плата
Meaning
an additional charge or payment added to the usual cost
Example
The airline ticket had a fuel surcharge added to it.
Билет на самолет имел дополнительный топливный сбор.
A2 adverb /ˈslaɪtli/

slightly

немного
Meaning
to a small degree or extent
Example
The temperature has slightly increased today.
Температура сегодня немного увеличилась.
C1 noun /ˈsɛntɪnəl/

sentinel

страж
Meaning
A soldier or guard whose job is to stand and keep watch.
Example
A sentinel stood at the entrance of the camp.
Страж стоял у входа в лагерь.
B2 noun /ˈspəʊksmən/

spokesman

представитель
Meaning
a person who speaks on behalf of others, especially for a group or organization
Example
The spokesman addressed the crowd during the rally.
Представитель выступил перед толпой во время митинга.
B2 verb /stɑːv/

starve

умереть от голода
Meaning
to suffer or die from lack of food
Example
He was left to starve in the desert.
Его оставили умирать от голода в пустыне.
B2 verb /skɪm/

skim

бегло читать
Meaning
to move quickly over a surface or to read something quickly
Example
She skimmed through the report before the meeting.
Она пробежала глазами по отчету перед встречей.
B1 verb /stæmp/

stamp

Meaning
To bring down (one's foot) heavily on the ground; to imprint a mark or seal.
Example
She stamped her foot in frustration.
C2 noun /sɛnˈsɔːrɪəm/

sensorium

сенсорный центр
Meaning
The part of the brain or mind concerned with the reception and interpretation of sensory stimuli.
Example
The patient’s sensorium was clouded after the accident.
Сенсорный центр пациента был затуманен после аварии.
B1 adjective /ˌstreɪtˈfɔːwəd/

straightforward

простой
Meaning
easy to understand or do; simple
Example
Her explanation was straightforward and clear.
Ее объяснение было простым и ясным.
B1 noun /ˈsteɪt.mənt/

Statement

заявление
Meaning
a definite or clear expression of something in speech or writing; an official account of facts
Example
The CEO issued a statement about the company's future plans.
Генеральный директор сделал заявление о будущих планах компании.
C1 adjective /ˈsiː.naɪl/

senile

слабость, связанная с возрастом
Meaning
Showing the weaknesses of old age, especially mental decline.
Example
The old man became senile and forgot familiar faces.
Старик стал сенильным и забыл знакомые лица.
C1 noun /swiːt.laɪm/

Sweetlime

сладкий лайм
Meaning
a citrus fruit that is sweeter and less acidic than regular lime
Example
The sweetlime juice was refreshing on a hot day.
Сок сладкого лайма был освежающим в жаркий день.
B1 noun /slaɪs/

Slice

кусок; ломтик
Meaning
a thin, flat piece cut from something larger
Example
Would you like a slice of pizza?
Вы хотите кусок пиццы?
B2 verb /ˈskroʊlɪŋ/

scrolling

прокрутка
Meaning
Moving through content on a screen by sliding up or down.
Example
Scrolling through feeds wastes a lot of time.
Прокрутка ленты тратит много времени.
C1 adjective /ˈsʌmp.tʃu.əs/

sumptuous

роскошный
Meaning
Splendid and expensive-looking; luxurious.
Example
The guests were treated to a sumptuous banquet.
Гостям подали роскошный банкет.
A2 verb /siːm/

seem

казаться
Meaning
to give the impression of being something or having a particular quality
Example
He seems tired after the long journey.
Он кажется усталым после долгого путешествия.
B1 noun /seɪnt/

Saint

человек, признанный святым или добродетельным; очень добрый или терпеливый человек
Meaning
person recognized as holy or virtuous; very kind or patient person
Example
Mother Teresa was declared a saint by the Catholic Church.
Мать Тереза была канонизирована католической церковью.
C2 noun /ˈʃæd.ək/

Shaddock

помело
Meaning
a large citrus fruit similar to grapefruit; pomelo
Example
The shaddock is the largest citrus fruit in the world.
Шадок — самый крупный цитрусовый фрукт в мире.
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.
B2 noun /ˌsuːpərˈvɪʒən/

supervision

надзор
Meaning
the action or process of overseeing or managing something or someone
Example
The project was completed under the supervision of an experienced manager.
Проект был завершен под наблюдением опытного менеджера.
C1 verb /ˈslækən/

slacken

ослабить
Meaning
to make or become less tight, less active, or slower
Example
The driver slackened his speed as he approached the village.
Водитель сбавил скорость, когда подъезжал к деревне.
C2 noun /ˌsɪŋ.krəˈnɪs.ɪ.ti/

synchronicity

синхроничность
Meaning
The meaningful coincidence of two or more events that are not planned.
Example
The synchronicity of their thoughts amazed everyone.
Синхроничность их мыслей удивила всех.
B2 noun /ˈsɛm.ɪ.nɑːr/

seminar

семинар
Meaning
A meeting for discussion or training, especially in an academic setting.
Example
The professor invited all students to attend the seminar on climate change.
Профессор пригласил всех студентов на семинар по изменению климата.
B2 verb /ʃriːk/

shriek

крик
Meaning
to make a loud, high-pitched cry
Example
She shrieked when she saw the spider.
Она закричала, когда увидела паука.
C1 noun /ˌsɛlf əˌfɜːˈmeɪʃən/

self-affirmation

самоутверждение
Meaning
The practice of affirming one's own worthiness and value as an individual.
Example
Daily self-affirmation can boost your confidence.
Ежедневное самоутверждение может повысить вашу уверенность в себе.
B2 noun /ˌsoʊsiˈɑːlədʒi/

sociology

социология
Meaning
the study of society, human relationships, and social institutions
Example
She is studying sociology at university.
Она изучает социологию в университете.
C2 noun /ˈsteɪtkraft/

statecraft

государственное управление
Meaning
The art of governing and managing state affairs effectively.
Example
The leader was praised for his exceptional statecraft in handling international relations.
Лидер был похвален за свое исключительное государственное управление в ведении международных отношений.
C1 noun /ˈspɪnstər/

spinster

незамужняя женщина
Meaning
An unmarried woman, often one who is older and considered unlikely to marry
Example
The novel featured a kind-hearted spinster who cared for the village children.
Роман изображал добросердечную незамужнюю женщину, которая заботилась о детях в деревне.
C1 noun /skraɪb/

scribe

писец
Meaning
a person who writes documents, especially in ancient times; a professional copyist
Example
In ancient Egypt, scribes recorded important events.
В Древнем Египте писцы записывали важные события.
B2 adjective /ˈstʌnɪŋ/

stunning

потрясающий
Meaning
extremely impressive or attractive
Example
The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely stunning.
Вид с вершины горы был абсолютно потрясающим.
C2 noun /səˈlɪsɪˌtuːd/

solicitude

беспокойство, забота
Meaning
Care or concern for someone or something.
Example
His mother showed great solicitude for his safety.
Его мать проявила большую заботу о его безопасности.
C1 noun /ˈsæl.mən fɪʃ / ˈroʊ.huː/

Salmon fish / Rohu

рыба Роху
Meaning
a freshwater fish popular in South Asian cuisine; also refers to salmon which is a different species
Example
Rohu fish is commonly prepared with spices in Bengali households.
Рыба Роху обычно готовится с пряностями в бенгальских домах.
B1 noun /skɑːrf/

Scarf

шарф
Meaning
a length of fabric worn around the neck or head for warmth, protection, or fashion
Example
She wrapped a warm scarf around her neck in the cold weather.
Она обмотала шею теплым шарфом в холодную погоду.
C1 noun /sɪˈdʌk.ʃən/

Seduction

соблазн; искушение
Meaning
the action of seducing someone; temptation to do something wrong
Example
He fell victim to the seduction of easy money.
Он стал жертвой соблазна легких денег.
C1 noun /stɑːr ˈæn.ɪs/

Star Anise

звездчатый анис
Meaning
star-shaped spice pod with a licorice-like flavor used in cooking
Example
She added star anise to the soup for aromatic flavor.
Она добавила звездчатый анис в суп для аромата.