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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.
C2 adjective /ˌsuːprəˈmʌndeɪn/

supramundane

супрамунданный
Meaning
beyond the physical or ordinary world; transcendent
Example
The monk spoke of supramundane peace beyond material life.
Монах говорил о супрамунданном мире, который за пределами материальной жизни.
C1 adjective /sɔɪld/

soiled

грязный
Meaning
dirty or stained; not clean
Example
His clothes were soiled after playing in the mud.
Его одежда была грязной после игры в грязи.
B1 noun /ˈslɪpər/

Slipper

тапочка
Meaning
light, comfortable shoe without a back, worn indoors
Example
She put on her slippers before walking around the house.
Она надела тапочки перед тем, как прогуляться по дому.
C1 verb /siːð/

seethe

кипеть от ярости
Meaning
To be filled with intense but unexpressed anger or agitation.
Example
She was seething with anger after the unfair decision.
Она кипела от ярости после несправедливого решения.
B2 noun /siːdʒ/

siege

осада
Meaning
A military operation in which a place is surrounded to force its surrender.
Example
The castle fell after a long siege.
Замок пал после долгой осады.
C1 adjective /ˈsʌpl/

supple

гибкий
Meaning
Easily bending or moving without breaking; flexible and adaptable.
Example
The gymnast’s body was remarkably supple.
Тело гимнастки было удивительно гибким.
C1 noun ˈsɪnədʒi

synergy

синергия, сотрудничество
Meaning
The interaction or cooperation of two or more organizations, substances, or other agents to produce a combined effect greater than the sum of their separate effects.
Example
The synergy between the two companies led to a successful partnership.
Синергия между двумя компаниями привела к успешному партнерству.
B1 noun /ˈswɛtʃɜːrt/

sweatshirt

свитшот
Meaning
A casual, long-sleeved pullover garment, typically made of cotton or fleece, worn for warmth or comfort.
Example
He wore a grey sweatshirt while jogging in the park.
Он носил серый свэтшёрт во время пробежки в парке.
B2 noun /ˈspɒt.laɪt/

spotlight

прожектор
Meaning
a strong beam of light directed onto a particular area; figuratively, public attention
Example
The singer stood proudly in the spotlight.
Певец гордо стоял в свете прожектора.
B2 noun /ˈskændəl/

scandal

скандал
Meaning
an event or action that causes public outrage or damage to one's reputation
Example
The politician's affair became a public scandal.
Роман политика стал общественным скандалом.
C1 noun ˈsʌb.tɛkst

subtext

субтекст
Meaning
Hidden meaning or message behind spoken or written words
Example
The subtext of his speech suggested disagreement.
Субтекст его речи подразумевал несогласие.
A2 noun /streŋθ/

Strength

сила; мощность; физическая сила
Meaning
the quality or state of being physically strong; power or force
Example
Regular exercise helps build muscle strength.
Регулярные тренировки помогают развивать мышечную силу.
A2 noun /ˈspiːkər/

speaker

оратор
Meaning
a person who speaks or talks, especially as an occupation
Example
The speaker delivered an inspiring speech at the conference.
Оратор произнес вдохновляющую речь на конференции.
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.
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.
C1 verb /ˈsʌkɪŋ/

sucking

сосать
Meaning
Drawing in a liquid, air, or other substance through the mouth or a tube by creating a vacuum; also used figuratively for something unpleasant or ineffective
Example
The baby is sucking on a pacifier.
Младенец сосет пустышку.
C1 noun /səbˈvɜːrʒən/

subversion

подрыв
Meaning
the act of trying to destroy or undermine an established system or authority
Example
The government accused the rebels of planning subversion.
Правительство обвинило повстанцев в планировании подрыва.
B2 noun sliːp ˌdɛprɪˈveɪʃən

sleep deprivation

недосыпание
Meaning
The condition of not having enough sleep; lack of adequate sleep.
Example
Sleep deprivation can severely impact mental health.
Недосыпание может сильно повлиять на психическое здоровье.
A2 verb /stʌk/

stuck

застрявший
Meaning
unable to move; fixed in one position; unable to continue
Example
The door is stuck and won't open.
Дверь застряла и не откроется.
B1 verb /ˈsɪzər/

scissor

резать ножницами
Meaning
to cut with or as if with scissors
Example
The tailor scissored the fabric neatly.
Портной аккуратно нарезал ткань.
B2 adjective /ˈsoʊpi/

Soapy

покрытый мылом; пенистый
Meaning
covered with soap; having the characteristics of soap; foamy
Example
The dishes were still soapy after washing.
Тарелки всё ещё были мыльными после мытья.
B1 noun /seɪk/

Sake

цель; причина;
Meaning
purpose or reason for doing something; benefit or interest
Example
She worked overtime for the sake of her family's future.
Она работала сверхурочно ради будущего своей семьи.
C2 adjective /ˈspaɪnəs/

spinous

колючий
Meaning
Having spines or thorn-like projections
Example
The spinous cactus was difficult to handle without gloves.
Этот колючий кактус было трудно держать без перчаток.
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 /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.
A1 pronoun /ˈsʌmθɪŋ/

something

что-то
Meaning
an unspecified or unknown thing
Example
I think something is wrong with my phone.
Я думаю, что с моим телефоном что-то не так.
B2 noun ˈstɪmjələs

stimulus

стимул
Meaning
A thing or event that evokes a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue.
Example
Plants respond to external stimulus.
Растения реагируют на внешний стимул.
C2 noun /ˈspɛndˌθrɪft/

spendthrift

расточитель
Meaning
A person who spends money extravagantly or wastefully.
Example
The young prince was known as a spendthrift, wasting his fortune on lavish parties.
Молодой принц был известен как расточитель, тратящий свое состояние на роскошные вечеринки.
A2 noun /ˈswɛtər/

sweater

Meaning
a warm knitted piece of clothing worn on the upper body
Example
She wore a red sweater to keep warm in the cold weather.
C2 adjective /ˈsfɪŋks laɪk/

sphinx-like

таинственный
Meaning
Mysterious, enigmatic, or difficult to interpret
Example
Her sphinx-like smile made it hard to guess what she was thinking.
Её улыбка, как у сфинкса, заставляла гадать, о чём она думает.
C1 verb/noun /snɑːrl/

snarl

рычание, пробка
Meaning
to growl aggressively with bared teeth; a tangle or mess
Example
The dog snarled at the stranger near the gate.
Собака зарычала на незнакомца возле ворот.
C2 noun /ˌsɪləbɪˈkeɪʃən/

syllabication

слоговая разбивка
Meaning
The division of words into syllables.
Example
Proper syllabication helps in correct pronunciation.
Правильная слоговая разбивка помогает в правильном произношении.
C2 noun/verb /ˈsoʊdʒɜrn/

sojourn

временное пребывание
Meaning
A temporary stay at a place; to stay temporarily
Example
She enjoyed a brief sojourn in Paris during the summer.
Она наслаждалась коротким пребыванием в Париже летом.
C2 adjective /ˈsloʊθfəl/

slothful

ленивый
Meaning
Lazy, idle, and unwilling to work.
Example
She was too slothful to get out of bed early.
Она была слишком ленивой, чтобы встать с кровати рано.
B2 adjective /ˈskætərd/

Scattered

разбросанный; рассеянный;
Meaning
spread widely apart; dispersed; occurring here and there
Example
Scattered showers are expected throughout the day.
Ожидаются рассеянные дожди в течение всего дня.
B2 noun /ˈseɪf.ɡɑːrd/

Safeguard

защита
Meaning
measure or action designed to protect someone or something
Example
New safeguards were implemented to prevent data breaches.
Были введены новые меры защиты для предотвращения утечек данных.
C2 noun /ˈʃaɪstər/

shyster

мошенник
Meaning
a person, especially a lawyer, who uses unscrupulous or dishonest methods
Example
The businessman was exposed as a shyster who cheated clients.
Бизнесмен был разоблачен как мошенник, который обманывал клиентов.
B2 noun /stəˈtɪstɪks/

statistics

статистика
Meaning
the practice or science of collecting and analyzing numerical data
Example
The statistics showed an increase in the number of users last year.
Статистика показала увеличение числа пользователей в прошлом году.
C1 adjective /ˌsɛrənˈdɪpɪtəs/

serendipitous

счастливый случай
Meaning
Occurring or discovered by chance in a happy or beneficial way.
Example
Their meeting at the café was purely serendipitous.
Их встреча в кафе была совершенно счастливым случаем.
C2 adjective /ˌsɒpəˈrɪfɪk/

soporific

счастье
Meaning
tending to induce drowsiness or sleep; causing sleepiness
Example
The professor's lecture was so soporific that half the class fell asleep.
Она не могла скрыть свое счастье, когда получила премию.
B2 noun /ˌspeʃiˈælɪti/

Speciality

специализация
Meaning
a particular area of activity or interest that someone focuses on; expertise in a specific field
Example
His speciality is Italian cuisine.
Его специализация — итальянская кухня.
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.
C1 verb /spɔːn/

spawn

порождать
Meaning
to produce or generate, often in large numbers
Example
The video game has spawned many sequels.
Видеоигра породила много продолжений.
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.
A2 adjective /sər'praɪz.ɪŋ/

Surprising

удивительный; поразительный
Meaning
causing surprise; unexpected; remarkable
Example
It's surprising how quickly children learn new languages.
Это удивительно, как быстро дети учат новые языки.
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 verb /straɪv/

strive

стремиться
Meaning
To make great efforts to achieve or obtain something.
Example
She strives to be the best student in her class.
Она стремится быть лучшей ученицей в своем классе.
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.
B1 noun /ˈspɪn.ɪtʃ/

Spinach

шпинат
Meaning
a vegetable with large dark green leaves that are eaten cooked or uncooked
Example
Fresh spinach is very nutritious.
Свежий шпинат очень питателен.
C1 adverb spɒnˈteɪnɪəsli

spontaneously

спонтанно
Meaning
In a spontaneous way; naturally and without planning or external cause.
Example
Children learn spontaneously through peer interactions.
Дети учатспонтанно через взаимодействие с ровесниками.
C1 verb /ˈskaʊər/

scour

тереть / искать тщательно
Meaning
to clean or brighten the surface of something by scrubbing; to search thoroughly
Example
She scoured the kitchen until it shone.
Она вычистила кухню до блеска.
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.
A1 noun /striːt/

street

улица
Meaning
a public road in a city or town, typically with buildings on one or both sides
Example
He walked down the street to the park.
Он шел по улице в парк.
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 /ˈsleɪvəri/

slavery

Meaning
the system or state of being owned and forced to work for someone else
Example
Slavery was abolished in most countries in the 19th century.
A2 noun /sneɪk/

Snake

змея
Meaning
a long, legless reptile that moves by sliding along the ground
Example
The snake slithered through the grass quietly.
Змея скользила тихо по траве.
C2 adjective /sɪˈnɒptɪk/

synoptic

синоптический
Meaning
giving a general overview or summary; presenting a broad view
Example
The report offers a synoptic view of climate trends over the past century.
Отчет предлагает синоптический обзор климатических тенденций прошлого века.
A2 adjective /smuːð/

Smooth

гладкий; ровный; без трудностей; плавно
Meaning
having an even surface; without difficulties; flowing easily
Example
The road was smooth and comfortable to drive on.
Дорога была гладкой и комфортной для вождения.
B1 noun /ʃel/

Shell

оболочка
Meaning
hard outer covering of an animal; explosive projectile for a gun
Example
The artillery fired a shell at the enemy position.
Армия выстрелила снаряд в позицию противника.
C1 verb /ˈswɪndl/

swindle

обманывать
Meaning
to cheat someone out of money or possessions by deceit
Example
The con artist tried to swindle the old man out of his savings.
Мошенник попытался обмануть старика, чтобы забрать его сбережения.
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.
C2 noun /ˈswɑːvɪti/

suavity

грация и обаяние
Meaning
smoothness and charm in manner
Example
His suavity made him popular in social gatherings.
Его грация и обаяние сделали его популярным на социальных собраниях.
B2 adjective /ˈsoʊlər/

solar

солнечный
Meaning
Relating to or determined by the sun
Example
The house is powered by solar energy.
Этот дом работает на солнечной энергии.
C1 noun ˌsɛlf.rɪˈstreɪnt

self-restraint

самоконтроль
Meaning
The practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, typically an impulse or desire.
Example
Practicing self-restraint helps in avoiding impulsive decisions.
Практика самоконтроля помогает избегать импульсивных решений.
C1 verb /smɜrk/

smirk

ухмылка самодовольства
Meaning
to smile in a self-satisfied, smug, or silly way
Example
He smirked when he won the argument.
Он ухмыльнулся, когда выиграл спор.
B2 noun /ˈsiː.krə.si/

Secrecy

секретность
Meaning
the practice of keeping something secret; the state of being kept hidden
Example
The project was conducted in complete secrecy.
Проект был проведен в полной секретности.
B1 verb /stretʃ/

stretch

растягивать
Meaning
to extend or expand; to make or become longer or wider
Example
Athletes stretch their muscles before exercising.
Атлеты растягивают свои мышцы перед тренировкой.
B2 noun /ˈsɜːvɪŋ/

serving

порция
Meaning
a portion of food for one person; the act of giving food or drink to someone
Example
He ate a large serving of rice and curry.
Он съел большую порцию риса с карри.
B2 verb ˈstɪmjəleɪt

stimulate

стимулировать
Meaning
To encourage or promote the development or growth of something
Example
Proper sunlight stimulates plant growth.
Подобающий солнечный свет стимулирует рост растений.
B1 noun /ˈsaɪdˌwɔːk/

sidewalk

тротуар
Meaning
a paved path for pedestrians at the side of a street.
Example
Children were playing on the sidewalk.
Дети играли на тротуаре.
B1 noun /ˈsteɪtəs/

status

статус
Meaning
the social or professional position or condition of someone or something
Example
His social status improved after the promotion.
Его социальный статус улучшился после повышения.
B2 noun /ˈswɒl.oʊ/

Swallow

ласточка
Meaning
a small migratory bird with long wings and a forked tail
Example
The swallow built its nest under the roof.
Ласточка построила гнездо под крышей.
C1 noun səˈfɪʃənsi

sufficiency

достаточность
Meaning
The condition of being adequate or enough; adequacy.
Example
The sufficiency of food supply is critical for survival.
Достаточность поставок пищи критична для выживания.
C2 noun /sfɪˈrɒmɪtər/

spherometer

сферометр
Meaning
An instrument used for measuring the curvature of spherical surfaces.
Example
The scientist used a spherometer to measure the lens curvature.
Ученый использовал сферометр для измерения кривизны линзы.
B2 adjective /ˈsɛksi/

sexy

сексуальный
Meaning
sexually attractive or exciting
Example
She wore a sexy red dress to the party.
Она носила сексуальное красное платье на вечеринке.
B2 noun smɔːl ˈɛfərt

Small Effort

небольшие усилия
Meaning
Minor actions or initiatives that can collectively make a significant impact.
Example
Small efforts can bring big changes in butterfly conservation.
Небольшие усилия могут привести к большим изменениям в сохранении бабочек.
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 adjective /ˈsæk.rəˌsæŋkt/

sacrosanct

неприкосновенный
Meaning
Regarded as too important or valuable to be interfered with; sacred.
Example
Freedom of speech is considered sacrosanct in democratic societies.
Свобода слова считается неприкосновенной в демократических обществах.
A1 verb /ˈstʌdi/

study

изучать
Meaning
to learn about something; to examine carefully; to research
Example
I study mathematics every evening.
Я изучаю математику каждый вечер.
C1 adjective /səˈdʒɛstɪv/

suggestive

намекающий
Meaning
tending to suggest ideas or images; sometimes implies something sexual or provocative
Example
The painting was highly suggestive and sparked much debate.
Картина была очень намекающей и вызвала много споров.
B1 noun/adjective /ˈstændɪŋ/

standing

положение / репутация
Meaning
status, reputation, or position; also the act of being upright on the feet
Example
He has high standing in the community for his charity work.
У него высокий статус в обществе за его благотворительную работу.
C1 adjective /ˈsaɪz.mɪk/

seismic

сейсмический
Meaning
Relating to earthquakes or vibrations of the earth and its crust.
Example
The region is known for its seismic activity.
Регион известен своей сейсмической активностью.
C1 noun /səˈlɪn.ə.t̬i/

salinity

соленость, концентрация соли
Meaning
The salt content of soil or water, typically measured as a concentration.
Example
The salinity of the ocean varies depending on depth and location.
Соленость океана варьируется в зависимости от глубины и местоположения.
B1 adverb /ˈsekəndli/

secondly

во-вторых
Meaning
Used to introduce the second point in a list of arguments or ideas.
Example
Firstly, we need funding; secondly, we need a strong team.
Во-первых, нам нужно финансирование; во-вторых, нам нужна сильная команда.
B1 adjective /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/

significant

значительный
Meaning
Sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention; noteworthy.
Example
Social media has a significant impact on relationships.
Социальные сети оказывают значительное влияние на отношения.
C2 adjective /ˈsæpɪd/

sapid

вкусный
Meaning
Having a pleasant taste; flavorful.
Example
The chef prepared a sapid dish that delighted everyone at the table.
Шеф-повар приготовил вкусное блюдо, которое понравилось всем за столом.
C1 noun /ˈʃeɪvɪŋ/

shaving

бритьё
Meaning
the act of removing hair with a razor; a thin strip or piece shaved from something
Example
He bought a new cream for shaving.
Он купил новый крем для бритья.
B2 noun /səˈspens/

Suspense

напряжение
Meaning
a feeling of excited or anxious uncertainty about what will happen
Example
The movie kept us in suspense until the very end.
Фильм держал нас в напряжении до самого конца.
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.
A2 noun /səˈpraɪz/

surprise

сюрприз
Meaning
a sudden and unexpected event or situation
Example
His arrival was a pleasant surprise.
Его приезд был приятным сюрпризом.
C1 noun /ˈsɪmətri/

symmetry

симметрия
Meaning
the quality of having balanced proportions or identical parts facing each other
Example
The building’s symmetry impressed the visitors.
Симметрия здания произвела впечатление на посетителей.
C2 noun /ˈsɔː.dər/

Sawder

подхалимство; льстивые речи
Meaning
flattering or wheedling talk; soft soap
Example
His sawder couldn't convince anyone of his sincerity.
Его подхалимство не могло убедить никого в его искренности.
B2 noun /ˈsʌ.plɪ.mənt/

Supplement

добавка
Meaning
something that completes or adds to something else; a dietary product
Example
She takes vitamin supplements to maintain her health.
Она принимает витаминные добавки для поддержания своего здоровья.
C1 noun /strəˈtiː.dʒɪk ˈɪn.saɪts/

strategic insights

стратегические инсайты
Meaning
Deep understanding and wisdom gained through careful analysis for planning purposes.
Example
Strategic insights guide policymaking.
Стратегические инсайты направляют политику.
C1 noun /ˈʃʊɡ.ər ˈkæn.di/

Sugar candy

сахарные конфеты
Meaning
crystallized sugar formed into small pieces; rock candy made from sugar syrup
Example
The children enjoyed eating colorful sugar candy at the festival.
Дети наслаждались едой разноцветных сахарных конфет на фестивале.
C1 adverb /ˈsɜːrtʃɪŋli/

searchingly

исследовательно
Meaning
In a way that seems to look for hidden meanings or truth.
Example
She looked at him searchingly, hoping for an honest answer.
Она посмотрела на него с любопытством, ожидая честного ответа.
A2 noun /ˈsiːkrət/

secret

секрет
Meaning
something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others
Example
He told me a secret about his childhood.
Он рассказал мне секрет о его детстве.
C1 adjective /ˈskɪtɪʃ/

skittish

нервный
Meaning
easily frightened or nervous; unpredictable
Example
The horse was too skittish to ride.
Лошадь была слишком нервной для верховой езды.
B1 noun /stiːl/

steel

сталь
Meaning
a strong, hard metal made of iron and carbon
Example
The building was made from steel to ensure its durability.
Здание было построено из стали, чтобы обеспечить его долговечность.
A1 noun /ʃɜːrt/

Shirt

рубашка
Meaning
a piece of clothing worn on the upper body with sleeves and buttons
Example
He wore a white shirt to the office.
Он носил белую рубашку в офис.
B2 verb /suː/

sue

подать в суд
Meaning
to bring a lawsuit against someone in a court of law
Example
She decided to sue the company for damages.
Она решила подать в суд на компанию за ущерб.
A2 noun, verb /ʃɒt/

shot

выстрел
Meaning
a single attempt to hit something, usually with a weapon or a ball
Example
He took a shot at the goal.
Он сделал выстрел по воротам.
C1 verb /səbˈmɜːrdʒ/

submerge

погружать
Meaning
to put under water or cover with liquid
Example
The floodwaters threatened to submerge the village.
Наводнение угрожало затопить деревню.
B2 adverb ˌsɪməlˈteɪnɪəsli

simultaneously

одновременно
Meaning
At the same time; occurring or existing at the same time.
Example
He worked on two projects simultaneously.
Он работал над двумя проектами одновременно.
B2 noun /sɪˈver.ə.ti/

Severity

серьезность; строгость; тяжесть
Meaning
the quality of being extremely serious or harsh; intensity of something bad
Example
The severity of the storm caused widespread damage across the city.
Серьезность шторма вызвала широкие разрушения по всему городу.
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.
C2 adjective /sɪmˈfoʊniəs/

symphonious

Meaning
Harmonious; producing a pleasant sound or agreement of sound.
Example
The choir's voices were symphonious and filled the hall with beauty.
A2 adverb /ˈsʌm.haʊ/

Somehow

так или иначе;
Meaning
in some way; for some reason that is not clear
Example
Somehow, I managed to finish the project on time.
Так или иначе, я успел завершить проект вовремя.
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.
C1 verb /sɪˈdjuːs/

seduce

соблазнять
Meaning
to attract someone into doing something, especially something they might not normally do
Example
The advertisement was designed to seduce customers into buying luxury products.
Реклама была разработана, чтобы соблазнить покупателей купить роскошные товары.
C1 noun /ˈsmætərɪŋ/

smattering

поверхностные знания
Meaning
A small amount or superficial knowledge of something.
Example
He has a smattering of Spanish.
У него поверхностные знания испанского.
B2 noun /sɪmˈplɪsɪti/

Simplicity

простота; ясность
Meaning
the quality of being simple; lack of complexity or intricacy
Example
The beauty of the design lies in its simplicity.
Красота дизайна заключается в его простоте.
C1 adjective /ˈstɔːlwərt/

stalwart

непоколебимый, верный
Meaning
Loyal, reliable, and hardworking; strongly built or sturdy.
Example
She has always been a stalwart supporter of the community.
Она всегда была непоколебимым сторонником сообщества.
B2 noun /ˈsʌb.sɪ.di/

subsidy

субсидия
Meaning
Financial assistance provided by government to reduce costs of goods or services.
Example
The government provides a fuel subsidy to control prices.
Правительство предоставляет субсидию на топливо для контроля цен.
C1 noun /ˈstɪm.jʊ.laɪ/

stimuli

стимул
Meaning
Things that create reactions or provide motivation.
Example
Bright light and loud sounds are common stimuli for alertness.
Яркий свет и громкие звуки являются обычными стимулами для бдительности.
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 /saɪð/

scythe

коса
Meaning
A tool with a long curved blade used for cutting grass or grain.
Example
The farmer sharpened his scythe before harvesting the wheat.
Фермер заточил свою косу перед тем, как собирать пшеницу.
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.
B1 noun /ˈsɜːdʒəri/

surgery

Meaning
a medical procedure involving the cutting of the body to treat a condition
Example
She underwent surgery to remove the tumor.
C1 noun /stɪnt/

stint

временная работа
Meaning
a period of time spent doing a particular job or activity
Example
She did a short stint as a teacher before moving abroad.
Она работала учителем в течение короткого времени, прежде чем уехать за границу.