A2 adjective /ˈstuː.pɪd/

Stupid

глупый; тупой; безмозглый

Meaning

lacking intelligence or common sense; foolish

Example

It was stupid of me to forget my umbrella on a rainy day.

Это было глупо с моей стороны забыть зонтик в дождливый день.

B2 noun /ˈkænən/

Cannon

пушка

Meaning

large heavy gun that fires cannonballs or shells

Example

The castle was defended by several large cannons.

Замок был защищен несколькими большими пушками.

C2 verb /skʌlk/

skulk

Meaning

to move or hide secretly, often because you are planning something bad or are feeling guilty

Example

He tried to skulk in the shadows to avoid being seen.

B2 verb /ˈkɑːŋkər/

conquer

завоевывать

Meaning

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

Example

The army managed to conquer the enemy territory.

Армия смогла захватить вражескую территорию.

C1 adjective /ˈliː.θəl/

Lethal

смертельный; летальный;

Meaning

deadly; fatal; capable of causing death

Example

The snake's venom is lethal to humans if not treated immediately.

Яд змеи смертелен для человека, если его не лечить немедленно.

B2 adjective /ˈɡraʊndɪd/

grounded

приземлённый

Meaning

Well balanced and sensible; having a sound basis in reality or fact.

Example

Staying grounded during difficult situations helps with resilience.

Оставаться приземлённым в трудных ситуациях помогает развивать устойчивость.

C2 noun /ˌdɛprɪˈdeɪʃən/

depredation

разорение

Meaning

An act of attacking or plundering; damage caused by such acts.

Example

The villagers feared the depredation of wild animals at night.

Жители деревни боялись разорения от диких животных ночью.

B2 noun /ˈlɒdʒɪk/

logic

логика

Meaning

Reasoning conducted or assessed according to strict principles of validity.

Example

Her argument was based on sound logic.

Ее аргумент основывался на логике.

C1 noun /ˈnjuːtrɪənt dɪˈfɪʃənsi/

nutrient deficiency

дефицит питательных веществ

Meaning

A lack of essential nutrients required for healthy plant growth, which can result in poor crop development, reduced yields, and increased susceptibility to diseases.

Example

Nutrient deficiency in the soil can reduce crop productivity.

Недостаток питательных веществ в почве может снизить продуктивность сельскохозяйственных культур.

C2 noun /ˈsætræp/

satrap

сатрап

Meaning

a governor of a province in ancient Persia; also used figuratively for a subordinate ruler

Example

The king appointed a satrap to oversee the distant province.

Царь назначил сатрапа для управления удаленной провинцией.

B2 adjective /ɡəʊl ɔːˈrɪəntɪd/

goal-oriented

ориентированный на цель

Meaning

Focused on achieving specific objectives or targets; driven by clear aims.

Example

Being goal-oriented is crucial for achieving success.

Быть ориентированным на цель важно для достижения успеха.

B1 noun/adjective /ˌkærəktəˈrɪstɪk/

characteristic

характеристика

Meaning

A distinguishing quality or feature of a person, place, or thing.

Example

Kindness is a characteristic of true leadership.

Доброта - это характерная черта настоящего лидерства.

B2 noun /ˌproʊɪˈbɪʃən/

prohibition

запрещение

Meaning

The act of forbidding something by law or authority.

Example

The government announced the prohibition of smoking in public places.

Правительство объявило о запрете курения в общественных местах.

C1 noun /ɪnˈtruː.ʒən/

intrusion

несанкционированный доступ

Meaning

Unauthorized entry into a system or place without permission

Example

The company detected an intrusion in its server.

Компания обнаружила вторжение на своем сервере.

B2 adjective /ˈneɪ.bər.ɪŋ/

Neighbouring

соседний; прилегающий; смежный

Meaning

situated next to or very near; adjacent; bordering

Example

We often visit our neighbouring countries for trade.

Мы часто посещаем наши соседние страны для торговли.

C1 adjective /lʌʃ/

lush

богатый, изобилующий и роскошный, особенно относящийся к растительности

Meaning

rich, abundant, and luxurious, especially referring to vegetation

Example

The valley was filled with lush green fields.

Долина была заполнена зелеными и зелеными полями.

C2 noun əˈdʒuː.dɪ.kə.tɪv ˈbɒd.i

adjudicative body

судебный орган

Meaning

An official organization that has the authority to judge disputes and make decisions.

Example

The adjudicative body deliberated on the case.

Судебный орган принял решение по делу.

C2 verb /ˌdɪsɪnˈtɜːr/

disinter

выкапывать

Meaning

to dig up something buried, especially a body

Example

The archaeologists disinterred ancient remains from the site.

Археологи выкапывали древние останки с этого места.

B1 noun /əˈpɒlədʒi/

apology

Meaning

a statement expressing regret for something wrong or hurtful

Example

He offered an apology for being late to the meeting.

C1 adjective, verb /muːt/

moot

Meaning

Adjective: subject to debate or irrelevant. Verb: to suggest an idea for discussion.

Example

The issue of funding became a moot point after the project was canceled.

C2 noun /ˌɒstɛnˈteɪʃən/

ostentation

показуха

Meaning

excessive display of wealth or knowledge intended to attract admiration or envy

Example

The billionaire’s party was full of ostentation and luxury.

Вечеринка миллиардера была полна показухи и роскоши.

C1 adjective /ɪkˈskjuːzəbl/

excusable

оправданный

Meaning

Able to be forgiven or justified.

Example

Her mistake was excusable given the circumstances.

Её ошибка была оправданной, учитывая обстоятельства.

B2 verb /ɡruːm/

groom

ухаживать

Meaning

to clean, brush, and care for the appearance of someone or something

Example

She spends hours grooming her dog every week.

Она тратит часы на уход за своей собакой каждую неделю.

C1 adjective /ˈtæn.tə.laɪ.zɪŋ/

Tantalizing

соблазнительный; привлекательный, но недосягаемый

Meaning

tempting and attractive but out of reach

Example

The tantalizing aroma of fresh bread filled the bakery.

Соблазнительный аромат свежего хлеба наполнил пекарню.

C2 noun /ˈvoʊtəri/

votary

поклонник

Meaning

A devoted follower or admirer of someone or something.

Example

He is a votary of classical music and attends every concert.

Он поклонник классической музыки и посещает каждый концерт.

C1 verb /bɒmˈbɑːrd/

bombard

бомбардировать

Meaning

to attack continuously with bombs, questions, or other forces

Example

Reporters bombarded the minister with difficult questions.

Журналисты бомбардировали министра трудными вопросами.

C2 adjective /rɪˈfʌldʒənt/

refulgent

сияющий

Meaning

Shining brightly; radiant.

Example

The refulgent sun lit up the entire valley.

Яркое солнце освещало всю долину.

C2 adjective /prəˈtuːbərənt/

protuberant

выпуклый или надутый

Meaning

Sticking out or bulging.

Example

His protuberant belly showed after the meal.

Его выпуклый живот показался после еды.

A1 adjective /sloʊ/

slow

медленный

Meaning

moving or happening at a low speed

Example

The car moved slowly down the street.

Машина ехала медленно по улице.

A1 verb /kʌm/

come

приходить

Meaning

to move toward a place; to arrive at a place

Example

Please come to my birthday party.

Пожалуйста, приходите на мою день рождения.

B2 noun /slæŋ/

Slang

сленг; неформальный язык

Meaning

very informal language that is usually spoken rather than written

Example

The teenagers used slang that their parents couldn't understand.

Подростки использовали сленг, который их родители не могли понять.

C2 verb /ˈɛnərˌveɪt/

enervate

ослаблять

Meaning

To weaken or drain someone of strength or vitality.

Example

The long hours of work enervated him.

Долгие часы работы ослабили его.

C1 noun /ˌdiːˈmer.ɪt/

Demerit

ошибка; недостаток; отметка за проступок

Meaning

a fault or disadvantage; a mark given for a fault or offense

Example

The student received a demerit for arriving late to class repeatedly.

Студент получил демерит за постоянное опоздание на занятия.

B2 adjective /ˈɪnˌsaɪtfəl/

insightful

проницательный

Meaning

Showing deep understanding or perceptiveness.

Example

The professor gave an insightful lecture on global economics.

Профессор провел проницательную лекцию о глобальной экономике.

B1 adverb /ˈtɪpɪkli/

typically

обычно

Meaning

in a way that is typical of a particular person, thing, or group

Example

She typically arrives at work at 9 AM.

Она обычно приходит на работу в 9 утра.

C1 adjective /bɪˈmjuːzd/

bemused

озадаченный, сбитый с толку

Meaning

confused, puzzled, or lost in thought

Example

She looked bemused when he asked the strange question.

Она выглядела озадаченной, когда он задал странный вопрос.

B2 noun /kəˈkeɪn/

cocaine

кокаин (наркотик)

Meaning

a powerful and addictive illegal drug made from coca leaves

Example

He was arrested for possessing cocaine.

Его арестовали за хранение кокаина.

B2 noun /kənˌfɪɡəˈreɪʃən/

configuration

конфигурация

Meaning

an arrangement of parts or elements in a particular form or structure

Example

The configuration of the system needs to be adjusted for better performance.

Конфигурация системы должна быть настроена для лучшей производительности.

B2 adjective /ˌʌnˈnoʊ.tɪst/

Unnoticed

незамеченный; проигнорированный

Meaning

not seen or observed; ignored

Example

His hard work went unnoticed by his manager.

Его тяжелая работа осталась незамеченной его менеджером.

C1 verb /riˈɪtəreɪt/

reiterate

повторять

Meaning

To say something again or repeatedly for emphasis or clarity.

Example

The teacher reiterated the importance of honesty.

Учитель повторил важность честности.

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.

A2 verb /ˈmɪsɪŋ/

missing

пропавший

Meaning

Being without or lacking; failing to be present or included.

Example

Many youths are missing economic opportunities.

Многие молодежь теряет экономические возможности.

B2 adjective ˈwaɪdspred

widespread

широко распространённый

Meaning

Found or distributed over a large area or number of people.

Example

The effects of climate change are widespread across the globe.

Эффекты изменения климата широко распространены по всему миру.

A1 noun /dʒuˈlaɪ/

July

июль

Meaning

the seventh month of the year in the Gregorian calendar

Example

July is often the hottest month of the year.

Июль часто самый жаркий месяц года.

C2 noun /ˌɪnkəˈpæsəti/

incapacity

неспособность

Meaning

the lack of ability, power, or fitness to do something

Example

His mental incapacity prevented him from making important decisions.

Его умственная неспособность помешала ему принимать важные решения.

B2 adjective /rɪˈspek.tɪv/

Respective

соответствующий

Meaning

belonging to each individual; particular to each

Example

The students returned to their respective classrooms after lunch.

Студенты вернулись в свои соответствующие классы после обеда.

C1 verb /plɒd/

plod

работать медленно и усердно

Meaning

to work slowly and steadily, often with effort or difficulty

Example

He plodded through his homework despite feeling tired.

Он медленно делал домашку, несмотря на усталость.

C1 verb /dɪˈraɪd/

deride

насмехаться

Meaning

to mock or ridicule someone or something

Example

The critics derided the new movie for its poor script.

Критики насмехались над новым фильмом за его плохой сценарий.

B2 noun /ˈbʌn.dəl/

Bundle

пакет; связка

Meaning

a collection of things or quantity of material tied or wrapped up together

Example

The mailman delivered a bundle of letters to our house.

Почтальон доставил пачку писем в наш дом.

C1 adjective /ˈraʊ.di/

Rowdy

шумный; беспорядочный; разрушительный

Meaning

disorderly; unruly; noisy and disruptive

Example

The rowdy children were making too much noise.

Шумные дети создавали слишком много шума.

C1 verb /dɪˈɡreɪd/

degrade

Meaning

To lower in dignity, quality, or value; to treat with disrespect or to deteriorate.

Example

Harsh words can degrade a person's confidence.

C1 verb /sərˈmaɪz/

surmise

предположить

Meaning

to suppose something is true without having evidence

Example

She surmised that he was not coming to the meeting.

Она предположила, что он не придет на встречу.

C1 noun /ˈvælər/

valor

доблесть

Meaning

Great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle.

Example

The soldier was honored for his valor during the war.

Солдат был награжден за свою доблесть во время войны.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈkwɒl.ɪ.faɪd/

Unqualified

неквалифицированный; неподготовленный;

Meaning

not having the necessary skills or qualifications; complete or absolute

Example

He was unqualified for the engineering position due to lack of experience.

Он был неквалифицирован для инженерной должности из-за нехватки опыта.

A2 verb /sɑːlv/

solve

решать

Meaning

to find an answer to a problem or question; to resolve a difficulty

Example

The detective finally solved the mysterious case.

Детектив наконец решил таинственное дело.

B1 noun /əˈpiːl/

Appeal

апелляция; запрос; привлекательность

Meaning

a serious or urgent request, typically to the public; the quality of being attractive or interesting

Example

The charity made an appeal for donations.

Благотворительная организация сделала апелляцию о пожертвованиях.

C1 noun kənˈfɔː.mə.ti

conformity

конформность, послушание, соблюдение

Meaning

Compliance with standards, rules, or laws. Behavior in accordance with socially accepted conventions.

Example

Strict conformity to the rules ensures order in society.

Строгая конформность с правилами обеспечивает порядок в обществе.

A2 noun /ˈkær.ət/

Carrot

морковь

Meaning

a long pointed orange root vegetable that grows underground

Example

Carrots are rich in vitamin A.

Морковь богата витамином А.

C1 noun /ˈsɛntrɪˌfjuːdʒ/

centrifuge

центрифуга

Meaning

A machine that spins substances at high speed to separate different components.

Example

The lab technician used a centrifuge to separate the blood cells from the plasma.

Лаборант использовал центрифугу, чтобы отделить клетки крови от плазмы.

C1 noun /diːˌtɒksɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

detoxification

детоксикация

Meaning

The process of removing toxic substances from a living organism.

Example

Detoxification helps to cleanse the body of harmful substances.

Детоксикация помогает очистить тело от вредных веществ.

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 verb, noun /ɪkˈsplɔɪt/

exploit

эксплуатировать / использовать

Meaning

to make full use of and derive benefit from (a resource); to use someone unfairly for one’s own advantage

Example

The company was accused of exploiting child labor.

Компания была обвинена в эксплуатации детского труда.

B2 adjective /ˈrʌn daʊn/

run-down

обветшалый

Meaning

in a poor condition; worn out or neglected

Example

They live in a run-down house at the edge of town.

Они живут в обветшалом доме на окраине города.

C2 noun /vɜːrˈtuː/

virtu

любовь к искусству

Meaning

a love of or taste for fine art, antiques, or curiosities

Example

The collector’s house was filled with objects of virtu.

Дом коллекционера был заполнен предметами вирту.

A2 noun (plural) /ædz/

ads

Meaning

short for advertisements; promotional messages intended to sell products or services

Example

I often skip ads when watching videos online.

Я часто пропускаю рекламу при просмотре видео онлайн.

C1 adjective ˌɪn.trəˈspek.tɪv

introspective

интроспективный

Meaning

Characterized by or given to introspection; examining one's own thoughts and feelings.

Example

Writers tend to be highly introspective individuals.

Писатели, как правило, являются высоко интроспективными личностями.

C1 adjective /dɪˈsɜːrnɪŋ/

discerning

проницательный

Meaning

having good judgment or insight; able to distinguish well

Example

He is a discerning reader who notices subtle details.

Он проницательный читатель, который замечает тонкие детали.

B1 noun /ɪnˈstrʌktər/

instructor

инструктор

Meaning

A person who teaches a subject or skill.

Example

The driving instructor was very patient with new learners.

Инструктор по вождению был очень терпелив с новыми учениками.

B1 noun /pəˈsɪf.ɪk ˈoʊ.ʃən/

Pacific Ocean

Тихий океан

Meaning

The largest and deepest ocean on Earth, stretching from Asia to the Americas.

Example

The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean on Earth.

Тихий океан - крупнейший океан на Земле.

C1 adjective/noun nɪˈmɒn.ɪk

mnemonic

мнемоническое устройство, техника запоминания

Meaning

Assisting or intended to assist memory; a device or technique to aid memory.

Example

A mnemonic device helps students remember complex concepts.

Мнемоническое устройство помогает студентам запоминать сложные концепции.

C2 verb /bɪˈteɪk/

betake

отправляться; прибегать

Meaning

to go or resort to a place or course of action, especially as a response; to apply oneself

Example

After dinner, she betook herself to her room to read.

После ужина она отправилась в свою комнату читать.

C2 noun /ˌɛksəˈdʒiːsɪs/

exegesis

экзегеза

Meaning

A critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially a religious scripture.

Example

The professor gave a detailed exegesis of the biblical passage.

Профессор дал подробное экзегезис библейского отрывка.

B2 adjective /ˌʌn.əkˈsep.tə.bəl/

Unacceptable

неприемлемо

Meaning

not satisfactory or allowable; not acceptable

Example

The quality of work was completely unacceptable.

Качество работы было совершенно неприемлемым.

C1 noun /ˈskruːpəl/

scruple

скрупул

Meaning

A moral or ethical consideration that restrains actions.

Example

He had no scruples about lying to get ahead.

У него не было скрупулов, чтобы лгать ради продвижения.

C1 noun /kəˈlaɪdəˌskoʊp/

kaleidoscope

калейдоскоп

Meaning

A toy or instrument with mirrors and colored pieces that create changing patterns when rotated; also used metaphorically for a constantly changing sequence of patterns or elements.

Example

The city lights turned into a kaleidoscope of colors as the festival began.

Огни города превратились в калейдоскоп цветов, когда начался фестиваль.

C1 verb /θræʃ/

thrash

избивать

Meaning

to beat someone or something violently; to move wildly or violently

Example

The angry man threatened to thrash his opponent.

Разъярённый человек пригрозил избить своего противника.

B2 noun ˈikoʊ ˈfrɛndli tɛkˈnɑləʤiz

eco-friendly technologies

экологически чистые технологии

Meaning

Technologies that are designed to minimize environmental impact and promote sustainability.

Example

Eco-friendly technologies can mitigate pollution.

Экологически чистые технологии могут уменьшить загрязнение.

A2 noun /ˈruːlər/

ruler

правитель; линейка

Meaning

A person who governs or controls a country; a straight-edged tool used for measuring or drawing lines

Example

The ruler drew a straight line on the paper while the king was a powerful ruler of his kingdom.

Рулер провел прямую линию на бумаге, в то время как король был могущественным рулером своего королевства.

B2 verb /skoʊld/

scold

ругать

Meaning

to criticize angrily; to rebuke

Example

The teacher scolded the students for being late.

Учитель отругал студентов за опоздание.

C1 noun /ˈæbsɛs/

abscess

абсцесс

Meaning

A swollen area within body tissue containing pus, usually caused by infection.

Example

The dentist treated the abscess in his tooth.

Стоматолог лечил абсцесс в его зубе.

A1 verb /flaɪ/

fly

летать

Meaning

to move through the air using wings or in an aircraft

Example

Birds fly south for the winter.

Птицы летают на юг зимой.

B2 noun /ˈkɒn.ʃəs.nəs/

consciousness

осознанность

Meaning

The state of being aware of and able to think about one's existence, sensations, thoughts, and surroundings.

Example

Meditation helps improve consciousness and clarity of thought.

Медитация помогает улучшить осознанность и ясность мыслей.

C2 noun /ˌrɛprəˈbeɪʃən/

reprobation

осуждение

Meaning

Strong disapproval or condemnation; rejection by God as beyond salvation.

Example

The teacher’s face showed clear reprobation at the student’s rude remark.

Лицо учителя ясно выражало осуждение по поводу грубой реплики ученика.

C1 noun/verb /ˈskɜːrmɪʃ/

skirmish

Meaning

a small or brief fight between groups of soldiers; to engage in such a fight

Example

The soldiers got into a skirmish near the border.

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.

C1 verb /ˌʌndəˈreɪt/

underrate

недооценивать

Meaning

to fail to recognize the full value or importance of something or someone

Example

Many people underrate the benefits of regular exercise.

Многие люди недооценяют преимущества регулярных физических упражнений.

C2 noun /ɛnˈkoʊmiəm/

encomium

похвала

Meaning

A speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly.

Example

He delivered an encomium to his retiring teacher.

Он произнес похвалу своему уходящему учителю.

B1 noun, verb /ʃeɪd/

shade

тень

Meaning

a sheltered or darker area where direct light is blocked; to block light from something

Example

We sat under the tree for some shade.

Мы сидели под деревом и нашли немного тени.

A2 noun /ˈfɜːrnɪtʃər/

furniture

мебель

Meaning

Objects such as chairs, tables, beds, or cupboards used to make a room suitable for living or working.

Example

The living room was filled with beautiful wooden furniture.

Гостиная была наполнена красивой деревянной мебелью.

C1 verb, noun /lɜːrtʃ/

lurch

крениться, делать резкое движение

Meaning

to make an abrupt, unsteady, or uncontrolled movement; a sudden movement or stagger

Example

The bus lurched forward as the driver hit the brakes.

Автобус покачнулся вперёд, когда водитель нажал на тормоза.

A2 noun /ˈsɪz.ərz/

Scissors

ножницы

Meaning

a cutting instrument with two sharp blades that are joined and work against each other

Example

She used scissors to cut the paper into small pieces.

Она использовала ножницы, чтобы нарезать бумагу на маленькие кусочки.

B2 noun rɪˈsɛʃ.ən

recession

рецессия

Meaning

A period of temporary economic decline during which trade and industrial activity are reduced.

Example

The country faced a severe recession due to the financial crisis.

Страна столкнулась с серьёзной рецессией из-за финансового кризиса.

C1 noun/verb /kroʊˈʃeɪ/

crochet

крючок

Meaning

Needlework made by interlocking loops of thread with a hooked needle; the act of making such items.

Example

She learned how to crochet a scarf for winter.

Она научилась вязать шарф на зиму.

A2 adjective ˈmed.ɪ.kəl

medical

медицинский

Meaning

Relating to the practice of medicine or the treatment of illness and injuries.

Example

Medical education has improved significantly.

Медицинское образование значительно улучшилось.

C2 noun /ˈkɒŋ.kɔː.dæt/

concordat

конкордат

Meaning

An agreement or treaty, especially between the Vatican and a secular government.

Example

The concordat established the rights of the church within the country.

Конкордат установил права церкви в стране.

C1 noun ˌwɛðəraɪˈzeɪʃən

weatherization

метеоизоляция

Meaning

The practice of protecting a building and its interior from the elements.

Example

The house underwent weatherization to improve energy efficiency.

Дом прошел через процесс метеоизоляции для повышения энергоэффективности.

C1 adjective /ˈrɛzənənt/

resonant

резонансный

Meaning

Deep, clear, and continuing to sound or echo.

Example

The resonant voice of the speaker filled the hall.

Резонансный голос оратора наполнил зал.

C1 adjective /ˈrænsɪd/

rancid

прогорклый

Meaning

having a bad taste or smell due to being old or spoiled (especially fats or oils)

Example

The butter had gone rancid after being left out too long.

Масло стало прогорклым после того, как оно лежало слишком долго на воздухе.

C2 noun /ˈkæm.fər/

Camphor

камфора

Meaning

a white crystalline substance with a strong aromatic smell, used in medicine and religious ceremonies

Example

The temple was filled with the fragrant smoke of burning camphor.

Храм был наполнен ароматным дымом горящего камфора.

B1 adverb /ˈʌðərwaɪz/

Otherwise

иначе; по-другому

Meaning

in a different way; if not; or else; apart from that

Example

Study hard, otherwise you will fail the exam.

Учись усердно, иначе ты провалишь экзамен.

C1 noun /rɪˈvɜːrʒən/

reversion

реверсия

Meaning

the act of returning to a previous state or condition

Example

The new policy marked a reversion to traditional methods.

Новая политика отметила реверсию к традиционным методам.

C2 adjective /ˈmiː.di.eɪ.tɪv/

mediative

связанный с медиацией

Meaning

Related to mediation, helping to resolve conflicts through diplomatic means.

Example

His mediative skills helped resolve the conflict.

Его медиативные навыки помогли разрешить конфликт.

C1 verb /dɪsˈpruːv/

disprove

опровергать

Meaning

to show that something is false or wrong

Example

The scientist worked hard to disprove the old theory.

Ученый усердно работал, чтобы опровергнуть старую теорию.

C1 verb /ˈʃɪmər/

shimmer

мерцать

Meaning

To shine with a soft, wavering light.

Example

The lake shimmered under the moonlight.

Озеро мерцало под лунным светом.

C1 noun /ˈɛkstrəˌvɜːrt/

extrovert

экстраверт

Meaning

a person who is outgoing, sociable, and energized by being around other people

Example

As an extrovert, she enjoys meeting new people at social events.

Как экстраверт, она любит встречаться с новыми людьми на социальных мероприятиях.

C1 noun ˌʌndərˈprɪvəlɪdʒd ɡruːps

underprivileged groups

обездоленные группы

Meaning

Groups of people who lack basic necessities or advantages that are available to other members of society.

Example

Underprivileged groups benefit from social initiatives.

Обездоленные группы получают выгоду от социальных инициатив.

C1 noun /ˈboʊ.ə/

Boa

боа constrictor

Meaning

a large non-venomous snake that kills prey by constriction

Example

The boa constrictor wrapped around its prey.

Боа-констриктор обвил свою добычу.

C2 adjective /əˈsiːtɪk/

acetic

уксусный

Meaning

relating to or containing acetic acid; sour or vinegary in taste or smell

Example

The acetic smell of vinegar filled the kitchen.

Уксусный запах уксуса наполнил кухню.

C1 adjective /dɪˈvaʊt/

devout

набожный

Meaning

Deeply religious or sincere.

Example

He is a devout believer who prays every day.

Он является набожным верующим, который молится каждый день.

B2 noun /treɪt/

Trait

черта

Meaning

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

Example

Patience is an important trait for anyone working with children.

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

C2 noun /əˈkʌmpənɪst/

accompanist

аккомпаниатор

Meaning

A person who plays a musical instrument to support a singer or another musician.

Example

The pianist served as the accompanist for the singer during the concert.

Пианист исполнил роль аккомпаниатора для певца во время концерта.

C2 noun/verb /ˈlɛv.ən/

leaven

дрожжи

Meaning

a substance, typically yeast, that causes dough to rise; to permeate and modify

Example

A little yeast will leaven the bread dough.

Немного дрожжей заставит тесто подняться.

C2 noun /ˈfɪl.ə.dʒɪ.nɪst/

philogynist

человек, который любит или восхищается женщинами

Meaning

a person who loves or admires women

Example

As a known philogynist, he advocated for women's education.

Как известный филоджиніст, он выступал за образование женщин.

B2 verb /ˌʌndərˈskɔːr/

underscore

подчеркнуть

Meaning

to emphasize or highlight something

Example

The incident underscored the need for better safety measures.

Этот инцидент подчеркнул необходимость улучшения мер безопасности.

C1 verb /əˈskraɪb/

ascribe

приписывать, относить

Meaning

To attribute something to a cause, source, or person.

Example

Many scholars ascribe the poem to an unknown author.

Многие учёные приписывают это стихотворение неизвестному автору.

C2 noun /ˈseɪnjər/

seignior

феодал

Meaning

A feudal lord; a man of authority in medieval Europe.

Example

The seignior demanded taxes from the peasants.

Сеньор потребовал налоги с крестьян.

B2 noun ˌvɛntɪˈleɪʃən

ventilation

вентиляция

Meaning

The provision of fresh air to a room, building, etc.

Example

Proper ventilation is essential for maintaining air quality.

Правильная вентиляция необходима для поддержания качества воздуха.

B1 adverb /ˈɪnstəntli/

instantly

мгновенно

Meaning

immediately, without any delay

Example

He replied instantly to the message.

Он мгновенно ответил на сообщение.

C1 noun /ˈmɪl.ɪ.tənt/

Militant

милитант

Meaning

A person who uses aggressive or violent methods to promote a political or social cause

Example

The militant group demanded immediate political reforms.

Вооруженная группа потребовала немедленных политических реформ.

C2 adjective /ˈneb.jə.ləs/

Nebulous

неясный; нечеткий; туманный

Meaning

vague or unclear; lacking definite form; hazy

Example

His plans for the future remain nebulous and unclear.

Его планы на будущее остаются неясными и расплывчатыми.

C2 noun /ˈkɒksweɪn/

coxswain

вёсельный рулевой

Meaning

the person in charge of navigating and steering a boat, especially a racing or small boat

Example

The coxswain shouted instructions to the rowing team.

Коксвейн дал инструкции гребной команде.