B2 adjective /ʌnˈsteɪbəl/

Unstable

неустойчивый

Meaning

likely to change; not steady or secure; unsteady

Example

The unstable economy made people worried about their jobs.

Неустойчивая экономика заставила людей волноваться за свои рабочие места.

B2 noun/verb /rɪˈmɑːrk/

remark

замечание

Meaning

something that is said; a comment

Example

She made a remark about the weather.

Она сделала замечание о погоде.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈnætʃərəl/

Unnatural

неестественный

Meaning

not existing in nature; artificial; forced

Example

The actor's smile looked unnatural and forced.

Улыбка актёра выглядела неестественной и натянутой.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈwaɪz/

unwise

неразумный

Meaning

Showing poor judgment; not sensible or prudent.

Example

It would be unwise to invest all your money in one company.

Было бы неразумно инвестировать все свои деньги в одну компанию.

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.

B2 noun /plʌɡ/

plug

вилка

Meaning

a device used to connect or block an opening

Example

She inserted the plug into the socket.

Она вставила вилку в розетку.

B2 noun, verb /ræmp/

ramp

рампа

Meaning

a sloping surface joining two different levels; as a verb, to increase or rise sharply

Example

The car drove up the ramp into the parking garage.

Машина поднялась по рампе в гараж.

B2 noun /ˌprɒb.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Probability

вероятность

Meaning

the likelihood that something will happen; a mathematical measure of how likely something is to occur

Example

There is a high probability of rain tomorrow.

Завтра высокая вероятность дождя.

B2 verb /nɪˈɡlekt/

neglect

пренебрегать

Meaning

to fail to care for or give attention to something

Example

Don't neglect your health while studying.

Не пренебрегай своим здоровьем, пока учишься.

B2 verb /səbˈskraɪb/

subscribe

Meaning

to pay to receive a service regularly; to agree with or support something

Example

I subscribe to several online magazines.

Я подписался на несколько онлайн-журналов.

B2 noun /skʌl/

Skull

череп

Meaning

the bony framework of the head that protects the brain

Example

The doctor examined the skull X-ray carefully.

Доктор внимательно проверил рентгеновский снимок черепа.

B2 noun /pərˈfek.ʃən/

Perfection

совершенство

Meaning

the state of being complete and without flaws; the highest degree of excellence

Example

The artist spent years trying to achieve perfection in his paintings.

Художник потратил годы, пытаясь достичь совершенства в своих картинах.

B2 verb /ɪˈmɪt/

emit

Излучать

Meaning

to send out something such as light, heat, sound, or gas

Example

The factory emits smoke into the atmosphere.

Фабрика эмитирует дым в атмосферу.

B2 noun /ɪnˈrɪtʃ.mənt/

enrichment

обогащение

Meaning

The action of improving or enhancing the quality or value of something.

Example

Cultural enrichment fosters a deeper understanding of traditions.

Культурное обогащение способствует более глубокому пониманию традиций.

B2 verb /ʃʌv/

shove

толкать

Meaning

to push someone or something roughly

Example

He shoved the box into the corner.

Он толкнул коробку в угол.

B2 adjective, noun, verb /ˈæb.strækt/

abstract

абстрактный, резюме

Meaning

existing in thought or as an idea but not having physical or concrete existence; a summary of a text

Example

The artist is known for her abstract paintings.

Художник известен своими абстрактными картинами.

B2 adjective /ˈkrɒnɪk/

chronic

хронический

Meaning

Lasting for a long time or constantly recurring, often describing illness.

Example

She suffers from chronic back pain.

Она страдает от хронической боли в спине.

B2 noun /ˈækni/

acne

акне

Meaning

a skin condition in which pores become inflamed and clogged, causing pimples and spots

Example

Regular cleansing and a balanced diet can help reduce acne.

Регулярная чистка и сбалансированное питание могут помочь уменьшить акне.

B2 noun /kəˈdɛt/

cadet

кадет

Meaning

A young trainee in the armed forces, police, or other organization.

Example

The cadet marched proudly in the parade.

Кадет гордо маршировал на параде.

B2 adjective /ɪˈmɜːrdʒɪŋ/

emerging

развивающийся

Meaning

becoming known, developing, or starting to exist

Example

Bangladesh is one of the fastest emerging economies in the world.

Бангладеш является одной из самых быстро развивающихся экономик мира.

B2 noun /sloʊp/

Slope

склон; наклонная поверхность

Meaning

an inclined surface; a piece of ground that is not level

Example

We walked up the steep slope of the mountain.

Мы поднялись по крутому склону горы.

B2 noun ɪˈmjuː.nɪ.ti

immunity

иммунитет

Meaning

The ability of an organism to resist a particular infection or toxin by the action of specific antibodies.

Example

A strong immunity protects against infections.

Сильный иммунитет защищает от инфекций.

B2 noun /ˈblʌn.dər/

blunder

глупая или небрежная ошибка; серьезная ошибка в суждении.

Meaning

A stupid or careless mistake; a serious error in judgment.

Example

His blunder cost the company a fortune.

Его ошибка стоила компании целое состояние.

B2 adjective /ˈɛv.ə.ɡriːn/

evergreen

вечнозеленый

Meaning

Remaining green and functional throughout the year; not shedding leaves seasonally.

Example

Evergreen trees like pine and fir stay green year-round.

Вечнозеленые деревья, такие как сосна и ель, остаются зелеными круглый год.

B2 adjective əˈstaʊn.dɪŋ

astounding

поразительный, удивительный, потрясающий

Meaning

Surprisingly impressive or notable; causing shock or surprise.

Example

The magician's astounding tricks left the audience speechless.

Удивительные фокусы мага оставили публику без слов.

B2 noun /ˈtrædʒ.ə.di/

Tragedy

трагедия; катастрофа

Meaning

an event causing great suffering, destruction, and distress; a serious drama with an unhappy ending

Example

The earthquake was a tragedy that affected thousands of families.

Землетрясение было трагедией, которое затронуло тысячи семей.

B2 noun /ˈkʌm.pəs/

Compass

компас

Meaning

an instrument for finding direction with a magnetic needle pointing to magnetic north

Example

The hiker used a compass to find the right direction.

Путешественник использовал компас, чтобы найти правильное направление.

B2 noun /ˈbʌf.ə.loʊ/

Buffalo

бизон

Meaning

a large wild ox with heavy horns; American bison

Example

The buffalo grazed peacefully in the meadow.

Буйвол пасся мирно на лугу.

B2 adverb /ˈmen.tə.li/

Mentally

ментально

Meaning

relating to the mind; in terms of mental processes

Example

She was mentally preparing herself for the exam.

Она готовилась ментально к экзамену.

B2 adjective ˌkɒntrəˈdɪktəri

contradictory

противоречивый

Meaning

Mutually opposed or inconsistent; containing elements that oppose each other.

Example

Their views on education are contradictory.

Их взгляды на образование противоречивы.

B2 noun /kənˈsɪstənsi/

consistency

последовательность, единообразие

Meaning

The quality of always behaving or performing in a similar way; uniformity.

Example

Consistency in quality is key to customer satisfaction.

Последовательность в качестве - ключ к удовлетворенности клиента.

B2 noun /kəmˈplek.ʃən/

Complexion

цвет лица

Meaning

the natural color, texture, and appearance of a person's skin, especially on the face

Example

Her fair complexion glowed beautifully in the morning sunlight.

Её светлая кожа сияла красиво на утреннем солнце.

B2 verb /rɪˈfaɪn/

refine

утончать

Meaning

to improve by making small changes; to purify

Example

The chef refines the recipe to perfection.

Шеф уточняет рецепт до совершенства.

B2 adjective /bliːk/

bleak

мрачный

Meaning

cold, miserable, or without hope

Example

The future seemed bleak after the economic downturn.

Будущее казалось мрачным после экономического спада.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈwel.kəm/

Unwelcome

нежеланный; неприемлемый; не приглашенный

Meaning

not wanted or accepted; not invited or pleasant

Example

The unwelcome news ruined their vacation plans.

Неприятные новости испортили их планы на отпуск.

B2 noun /ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərər/

manufacturer

производитель

Meaning

A person or company that makes goods in large quantities.

Example

The manufacturer produces cars for the global market.

Производитель производит автомобили для мирового рынка.

B2 adjective /ˈɔɪl.i/

Oily

масляный; покрытый маслом; жирный

Meaning

covered with oil; containing oil; greasy

Example

Her oily skin needs special care.

Её масляная кожа требует особого ухода.

B2 noun /ˈiː.ɡoʊ/

Ego

эго; самоуважение

Meaning

a person's sense of self-esteem or self-importance

Example

His big ego prevented him from accepting criticism from others.

Его большое эго мешало ему принимать критику от других.

B2 noun /ˈpjʊə.rɪ.ti/

Purity

чистота; чистота; свобода от загрязнений

Meaning

the state of being pure; cleanness or freedom from contamination

Example

The purity of the mountain water was remarkable.

Чистота горной воды была замечательной.

B2 adjective /ˈsɜːrkjələr/

circular

круглый

Meaning

shaped like a circle; round in form

Example

The kids sat in a circular arrangement around the campfire.

Дети сидели в круглом порядке вокруг костра.

B2 adjective /ˌærəˈmætɪk/

aromatic

ароматный

Meaning

Having a pleasant and distinctive smell.

Example

The chef used aromatic herbs to flavor the dish.

Шеф-повар использовал ароматные травы для придания вкуса блюду.

B2 noun/adjective /ˈvɪntɪdʒ/

vintage

винтаж / классика

Meaning

Relating to high quality from the past; classic; also the year of a wine harvest.

Example

She wore a vintage dress from the 1950s.

Она носила винтажное платье 1950-х годов.

B2 adjective /ˈvɜː.tʃu.əl/

Virtual

виртуальный

Meaning

almost or nearly as described, but not completely or according to strict definition; existing in essence or effect, though not in fact

Example

The virtual meeting allowed participants from different countries to collaborate.

Виртуальная встреча позволила участникам из разных стран сотрудничать.

B2 noun /ˈʌndərˌteɪkɪŋ/

undertaking

предприятие

Meaning

A task, project, or responsibility that someone agrees to do.

Example

Starting a new company is a difficult undertaking.

Начать новый бизнес - это сложное предприятие.

B2 adjective /ˈhɑːrti/

Hearty

энтузиастичный и дружелюбный; существенный и питательный

Meaning

enthusiastic and friendly; substantial and nourishing

Example

He gave us a hearty welcome when we arrived at his home.

Он дал нам сердечный прием, когда мы прибыли к нему домой.

B2 noun /ˈɪnˌsaɪt/

insight

проницательность

Meaning

The ability to understand the true nature of something; deep understanding.

Example

Her insight into human behavior made her a successful psychologist.

Её проницательность в области человеческого поведения сделала её успешным психологом.

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.

B2 noun /ˈæktɪˌvɪzəm/

activism

активизм

Meaning

The policy or action of using vigorous campaigning to bring about political or social change.

Example

Her environmental activism inspired many young people to take action.

Ее экологический активизм вдохновил многих молодых людей на действия.

B2 verb /ˈsɒfən/

soften

смягчить

Meaning

to make or become less hard, severe, or strong.

Example

Heat will soften the butter quickly.

Тепло быстро размягчит масло.

B2 noun /ˈɛmɪɡrənt/

emigrant

эмигрант

Meaning

A person who leaves their own country to settle permanently in another.

Example

The emigrant started a new life in Canada.

Эмигрант начал новую жизнь в Канаде.

B2 noun /θaɪ/

thigh

бедро

Meaning

the part of the leg between the hip and the knee

Example

He felt pain in his right thigh after running for an hour.

Он почувствовал боль в правом бедре после того, как пробежал час.

B2 adjective /ˈrɑː.ki/

Rocky

каменистый; нестабильный; трудный

Meaning

full of rocks; unsteady; difficult

Example

The rocky path made hiking difficult for the tourists.

Каменистая тропа сделала поход сложным для туристов.

B2 verb /dɪsˈkloʊz/

disclose

раскрывать

Meaning

to reveal or make information known; to expose

Example

The company must disclose all financial information.

Компания должна раскрывать всю финансовую информацию.

B2 adjective /ˈaɪ.dəl/

Idle

ленивый; неактивный; не работающий

Meaning

lazy; inactive; not working or being used

Example

The factory workers were idle during the strike.

Рабочие на фабрике были неактивными во время забастовки.

B2 noun /ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃən/

proposition

предложение, план

Meaning

A statement, idea, or plan put forward for consideration or discussion.

Example

The company made a business proposition to the investors.

Компания сделала бизнес-пропозицию инвесторам.

B2 noun ɔːˈtɒnəmi

autonomy

автономия

Meaning

The right or condition of self-government; freedom from external control or influence.

Example

Autonomy was a primary demand.

Автономия была основной требованием.

B2 noun, verb /treɪs/

trace

след

Meaning

a mark, object, or sign that shows the existence or development of something

Example

She traced the path of the river on the map.

Она начертил путь реки на карте.

B2 noun /ˌprɒsɪˈkjuːʃən/

prosecution

обвинение

Meaning

The act of bringing a criminal charge against someone and pursuing legal action in court.

Example

The prosecution presented strong evidence against the defendant.

Обвинение представило убедительные доказательства против обвиняемого.

B2 noun /ˌæl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən/

allocation

распределение

Meaning

The action or process of distributing resources or duties for a particular purpose.

Example

Budget allocation for education must be increased.

Распределение бюджета на образование должно быть увеличено.

B2 verb /siːs/

cease

прекращать

Meaning

to bring or come to an end; to stop doing something

Example

The noise ceased as soon as the children went inside.

Шум прекратился, как только дети зашли внутрь.

B2 noun /ˈpen.ʃən/

Pension

пенсия

Meaning

a regular payment made to someone who is no longer working because of age or disability

Example

After retirement, he receives a monthly pension from the company.

После выхода на пенсию он получает ежемесячную пенсию от компании.

B2 noun /rɒd/

rod

тонкая прямая палка, особенно из металла или дерева

Meaning

a thin straight bar, especially of metal or wood

Example

He used an iron rod to support the structure.

Он использовал железный стержень для поддержания структуры.

B2 noun /ˈnoʊ.ʃən/

Notion

понятие

Meaning

a conception or belief about something; an idea or opinion

Example

She had a strange notion that someone was following her.

У нее было странное представление, что кто-то следит за ней.

B2 noun /bɪzˈnɛs sʌˈsɛs/

business success

деловой успех

Meaning

The achievement of desired outcomes in business operations, typically measured by profitability, growth, and sustainability.

Example

Innovation drives business success.

Инновации способствуют деловому успеху.

B2 adjective /ˈɪɡ.nər.ənt/

Ignorant

невежественный

Meaning

lacking knowledge or awareness; uninformed

Example

She was ignorant about the new technology trends.

Она была невежественной в отношении новых технологических трендов.

B2 noun /ˈpraɪ.vət ˈtuː.tər/

Private tutor

частный репетитор

Meaning

a teacher who gives individual instruction to a student outside of regular school

Example

The private tutor helped the student improve his math skills.

Частный репетитор помог студенту улучшить его математические навыки.

B2 adjective /ˈspaɪ.rəl/

Spiral

спираль

Meaning

winding in a continuous curve; helical

Example

The spiral staircase led to the top floor.

Спиральная лестница вела на верхний этаж.

B2 adjective rəʊˈbʌst

robust

робустный

Meaning

Strong and healthy; vigorous; able to withstand or overcome adverse conditions.

Example

The robust infrastructure ensures reliable communication.

Робустная инфраструктура обеспечивает надежную связь.

B2 verb /prɪˈzjuːm/

presume

предполагать

Meaning

To suppose something is true without proof; to take for granted.

Example

I presume she has already left for the meeting.

Я предполагаю, что она уже ушла на встречу.

B2 noun /ˌsuːvəˈnɪər/

Souvenir

сувенир

Meaning

a thing that is kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event; a memento

Example

I bought a small souvenir from the gift shop.

Я купил небольшой сувенир в магазине подарков.

B2 verb praɪˈɒraɪtaɪz

prioritize

приоритизировать

Meaning

To designate or treat something as more important than other things

Example

Prioritize your tasks to stay efficient.

Приоритизируйте ваши задачи для того, чтобы оставаться эффективным.

B2 noun /ˈrɔɪəlti/

royalty

царская семья / роялти (авторский гонорар)

Meaning

Members of a royal family or payment made to the owner of a patent, copyright, or natural resource.

Example

The author receives a royalty for every book sold.

Автор получает роялти за каждую проданную книгу.

B2 noun /dɪˈtɛkʃən/

detection

обнаружение

Meaning

the action or process of identifying the presence of something

Example

The detection of fraud in the system was swift.

Обнаружение мошенничества в системе было быстрым.

B2 adjective/verb /əˈprɒksɪmət/

approximate

приблизительный

Meaning

close to the actual but not exact; to estimate or calculate roughly

Example

The cost is approximate and may change later.

Стоимость приблизительная и может измениться позже.

B2 verb /ˈpjʊərɪfaɪ/

purify

очищать

Meaning

to make clean or pure; to remove impurities

Example

This filter will purify the water effectively.

Этот фильтр эффективно очистит воду.

B2 noun /ˈmeɪnˌlænd/

mainland

Meaning

the principal landmass of a country or continent, as opposed to the surrounding islands

Example

The mainland of Australia is home to most of its population.

B2 noun /ˈem.ər.əld/

Emerald

изумруд

Meaning

a bright green precious stone used in jewelry

Example

The emerald necklace sparkled in the sunlight.

Изумрудное ожерелье сверкало на солнце.

B2 verb /kweɪk/

quake

трястись

Meaning

to shake or tremble, often due to fear or a natural event like an earthquake

Example

The ground began to quake during the earthquake.

Земля начала дрожать во время землетрясения.

B2 adjective /ɪkˈskluːsɪv/

exclusive

ограничено для определённого человека, группы или области; не делится с другими

Meaning

restricted to a particular person, group, or area; not shared with others

Example

The hotel offers exclusive access to a private beach.

Отель предоставляет эксклюзивный доступ к частному пляжу.

B2 verb /ˈkɒntəmpleɪt/

contemplate

размышлять

Meaning

to think deeply and carefully about something; to consider thoughtfully

Example

She sat quietly to contemplate her future plans.

Она сидела тихо, чтобы обдумать свои будущие планы.

B2 verb /ˈɪnəveɪt/

innovate

инновировать

Meaning

To introduce new methods, ideas, or products.

Example

The company must innovate to stay ahead of its competitors.

Компания должна инновацировать, чтобы опережать своих конкурентов.

B2 noun /əˈɡrɛʃən/

aggression

агрессия

Meaning

hostile or violent behavior towards others

Example

His sudden aggression surprised everyone in the meeting.

Его внезапная агрессия удивила всех на встрече.

B2 noun /ˈruːstər/

rooster

петух

Meaning

A male domestic chicken, especially one that crows.

Example

The rooster crowed at dawn, waking up the whole village.

Петух пропел на рассвете, разбудив всю деревню.

B2 verb /ˈælaɪ/

ally

союзник

Meaning

To unite or form a connection or partnership with another person, group, or nation.

Example

The two countries decided to ally against their common enemy.

Две страны решили объединиться против общего врага.

B2 noun /ˈmʌs.tərd/

Mustard

горчица

Meaning

A pungent seed or condiment made from ground mustard seeds

Example

She added mustard seeds to the curry for extra flavor.

Она добавила семена горчицы в карри, чтобы добавить больше вкуса.

B2 adjective /dɪˈzæs.trəs/

Disastrous

катастрофический

Meaning

extremely bad or unsuccessful; causing great damage

Example

The hurricane had disastrous effects on the city.

Ураган оказал катастрофическое воздействие на город.

B2 noun/verb /flɑːk/

flock

стая

Meaning

a group of birds or animals; to gather or move in a crowd

Example

Tourists flocked to the beach during summer.

Туристы собрались на пляже летом.

B2 noun /ˈwɒr.i.ər/

Warrior

воин; смелый или опытный боец

Meaning

a person who fights in battles; a brave or experienced fighter

Example

The brave warrior defended his village from the invaders.

Смелый воин защищал свою деревню от захватчиков.

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.

B2 noun

Longing

тоска; стремление

B2 adjective /ˈlɔɪ.əl/

Loyal

верный; преданный; надежный

Meaning

faithful; devoted; trustworthy

Example

He remained loyal to his friends through difficult times.

Он остался верным своим друзьям в трудные времена.

B2 verb/adjective /ɑːrˈtɪkjʊlət/

articulate

артикулировать

Meaning

to express thoughts or ideas clearly; having the ability to speak fluently and clearly

Example

She was able to articulate her ideas during the meeting.

Она смогла артикулировать свои идеи на встрече.

B2 noun ˈæɡ.rɪ.kʌl.tʃɚ

agriculture

сельское хозяйство

Meaning

The science or practice of farming, including cultivation of the soil for the growing of crops and the rearing of animals to provide food, wool, and other products.

Example

Sustainable agriculture can help protect the environment.

Устойчивое сельское хозяйство может помочь защитить окружающую среду.

B2 adverb /ˈkrɪtɪkli/

critically

критически

Meaning

in a way that expresses disapproval or a very serious, important way

Example

He was critically injured in the accident.

Он был критически ранен в аварии.

B2 noun ˈlænd.mɑːk

landmark

ориентир

Meaning

An object or feature of a landscape or town that is easily seen and recognized from a distance; an important stage or turning point.

Example

The space restaurant is a landmark in innovation.

Космический ресторан — это ориентир в инновациях.

B2 verb /ˈbrɪdʒɪŋ/

bridging

строить мост, создавать соединения

Meaning

The action of building a bridge over something; connecting or reducing the distance between two things.

Example

The new initiative is bridging the gap between urban and rural development.

Новая инициатива сокращает разрыв между городским и сельским развитием.

B2 noun /ˈfɪlmˌmeɪkər/

filmmaker

кинорежиссёр

Meaning

a person who makes films, typically as a profession

Example

He is a well-known filmmaker in the industry.

Он известный режиссёр в индустрии.

B2 verb /dʒɑːɡ/

jog

бегать трусцой

Meaning

to run at a slow, steady pace for exercise

Example

She jogs every morning in the park.

Она бегает трусцой каждое утро в парке.

B2 noun /ˈskɛlɪtən/

skeleton

скелет

Meaning

The internal framework of bones that supports the body of a human or animal.

Example

The teacher showed the students a human skeleton in the biology class.

Учитель показал студентам человеческий скелет на уроке биологии.

B2 noun /ˈdɪdʒɪt/

digit

Meaning

a numeral from 0 to 9; also a finger or toe

Example

You must enter a four-digit code to unlock the phone.

B2 adjective /ˈlaɪ.ə.bəl/

Liable

ответственный; обязан;

Meaning

legally responsible; accountable; obligated

Example

The company is liable for any damages caused by their defective products.

Компания несет ответственность за ущерб, причиненный ее дефектными продуктами.

B2 verb /ˈræm.bəl/

ramble

Meaning

to talk or write at length in a confused or inconsequential way; to walk for pleasure without a fixed route.

Example

He rambled on about his childhood for hours.

B2 noun /ˈædvərtaɪzər/

advertiser

рекламодатель

Meaning

a person or company that advertises a product, service, or event

Example

The advertiser paid millions for a Super Bowl commercial spot.

Рекламодатель заплатил миллионы за рекламное место на Супербоуле.

B2 noun /kəˈlɪʒ.ən/

Collision

коллизия; столкновение

Meaning

an instance of one moving object hitting violently against another; a conflict of opposing ideas or interests

Example

The collision between two cars caused a major traffic jam.

Коллизия двух машин вызвала большую пробку.

B2 adjective ˌsɪm.əlˈteɪ.ni.əs

simultaneous

одновременный

Meaning

Occurring, operating, or done at the same time.

Example

Simultaneous crop failures affect global food supply.

Одновременные сбои урожая влияют на глобальное снабжение продовольствием.

B2 noun rɪˈzentmənt

resentment

негодование

Meaning

Bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly.

Example

Resentment grew among the students.

Негодование возросло среди студентов.

B2 noun /tʃʌŋk/

chunk

кусок / ломоть

Meaning

a thick or solid piece of something

Example

She cut the cake into large chunks.

Она нарезала торт большими кусками.

B2 noun /kənˈvɪk.ʃən/

conviction

убеждение

Meaning

A firmly held belief or opinion.

Example

She spoke with conviction, making everyone believe her.

Она говорила с убеждением, заставляя всех поверить в неё.

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.

B2 verb /dɒdʒ/

dodge

уклоняться

Meaning

to move quickly to one side to avoid something; to avoid dealing with something cleverly or dishonestly

Example

The boxer managed to dodge his opponent's punch.

Боксер смог увернуться от удара своего соперника.

B2 noun ˈmɪdl klæs

middle-class

средний класс

Meaning

The social group between the upper and working classes, typically consisting of well-educated people.

Example

The middle-class was largely affected by the decision.

Средний класс был в значительной степени затронут этим решением.

B2 verb /ɪmˈbɒdi/

embody

олицетворять

Meaning

To give tangible or visible form to an idea, quality, or feeling.

Example

She embodies the spirit of generosity.

Она олицетворяет дух щедрости.

B2 verb /əˈstɒnɪʃ/

astonish

поражать

Meaning

to surprise someone greatly; to fill with sudden wonder or amazement

Example

The magician’s final trick astonished the entire audience.

Финальный трюк фокусника поразил всю аудиторию.

B2 noun /taɪˈfuːn/

typhoon

тайфун

Meaning

a tropical storm in the region of the Indian or western Pacific oceans

Example

The typhoon caused severe flooding in the coastal areas.

Тайфун вызвал сильные наводнения в прибрежных районах.

B2 adverb /ˈpjʊərli/

purely

только

Meaning

only and completely; entirely

Example

The decision was purely based on economic factors.

Решение было основано только на экономических факторах.

B2 noun /hɔːk/

Hawk

ястреб

Meaning

a bird of prey with broad wings and strong talons used for hunting

Example

The hawk soared high above the field hunting for prey.

Ястреб высоко поднялся над полем, ища свою добычу.

B2 verb /fɔːrˈsiː/

foresee

предсказать

Meaning

To be aware of beforehand; to predict or expect.

Example

She could foresee the challenges ahead.

Она могла предсказать вызовы впереди.

B2 adjective /ˈænɪmeɪtɪd/

animated

анимированный

Meaning

Full of life or excitement; made using animation techniques.

Example

The animated film was loved by children and adults alike.

Анимированный фильм был любим детьми и взрослыми.

B2 noun /ˈrɪə.lɪ.zəm/

realism

реализм

Meaning

The quality of representing things as they are; a practical or factual view.

Example

Her paintings are admired for their realism.

Её картины восхищают своим реализмом.

B2 adverb /ˈpraɪ.vət.li/

Privately

лично; конфиденциально

Meaning

in a private manner; without others present; confidentially

Example

She spoke to him privately about the matter.

Она поговорила с ним лично по этому вопросу.

B2 adverb /ˈleɪ.zɪ.li/

Lazily

лениво

Meaning

in a way that shows unwillingness to work or use energy; sluggishly

Example

He lazily stretched his arms and yawned in the morning.

Он лениво потянул руки и зевнул утром.