Vocabulary Cards C1
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C1 noun
Star Fruits
звездные фрукты
Meaning
yellow tropical fruits that form a star shape when sliced crosswise; tangy and crisp taste
Example
When you slice star fruits, they look like beautiful yellow stars on your plate.
C1 adjective
stately
величественный и достойный
Meaning
Having a dignified, majestic, and impressive appearance or manner.
Example
The stately mansion stood at the end of the long driveway.
C1 noun
Stationer
канцтовары
Meaning
a person who sells paper, pens, pencils, and other office supplies
Example
The stationer recommended the best pens for writing exams.
C1 noun
statistician
статистик
Meaning
A person who specializes in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting numerical data.
Example
The statistician presented the survey results with great clarity.
C1 noun
statuette
маленькая статуэтка
Meaning
A small statue, usually decorative or artistic.
Example
The artist won a gold statuette for his work.
C1 noun
stature
рост, статус
Meaning
A person's natural height or their reputation and importance.
Example
Her intellectual stature made her a respected figure in academia.
C1 noun
status quo
статус кво
Meaning
The existing state of affairs, especially regarding social or political issues.
Example
The government decided to maintain the status quo until further review.
C1 noun
statute
закон
Meaning
A written law passed by a legislative body.
Example
The new statute protects workers' rights.
C1 adjective
statutory
обязательный по закону
Meaning
Required, permitted, or enacted by law.
Example
The company must comply with all statutory regulations.
C1 adjective
staunch
стойкий, верный
Meaning
Loyal, committed, and firm in support.
Example
She is a staunch supporter of environmental protection.
C1 adjective
Steadfast
непоколебимый; стойкий; решительный
Meaning
firm in belief, determination, or adherence; unwavering
Example
She remained steadfast in her commitment to helping the poor.
C1 noun
stealth
скрытность, тихое движение
Meaning
The act of moving, doing, or achieving something quietly and secretly.
Example
The cat moved with stealth towards its prey.
C1 adjective
steeped
пропитанный
Meaning
Completely surrounded by or filled with a particular quality, influence, or experience.
Example
The town is steeped in history and tradition.
C1 adjective
stellar
выдающийся
Meaning
Relating to stars; outstanding or excellent.
Example
She gave a stellar performance in the play.
C1 noun
stench
вонь
Meaning
A very strong and unpleasant smell.
Example
The stench of garbage filled the alley.
C1 noun
stencil
трафарет
Meaning
A thin sheet of material with a design cut out, used to produce the design on the surface below by applying paint or ink through the cut-out holes.
Example
The artist used a stencil to paint identical stars on the wall.
C1 noun
stents
стенты
Meaning
Small mesh tubes used to treat narrow or blocked arteries.
Example
Stents were successfully placed using robotic techniques.
C1 adjective
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.
C1 noun
stereotyping
стереотипирование
Meaning
A widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing.
Example
Stereotyping people based on their race is harmful.
C1 adjective
sterile
стерильный
Meaning
Free from bacteria or other living microorganisms; incapable of producing offspring.
Example
The surgeon worked in a sterile environment to avoid infection.
C1 noun/adjective
sterling
британская валюта / отличного качества
Meaning
British money, especially pounds; of excellent quality.
Example
She was praised for her sterling work on the project.
C1 noun
stickler
строгий человек по отношению к правилам
Meaning
a person who insists on a certain quality or standard of behavior
Example
He is a stickler for punctuality and never tolerates delays.
C1 verb
stifle
подавить
Meaning
to prevent or restrain an action, idea, or emotion; to suffocate
Example
She tried to stifle a laugh during the serious meeting.
C1 verb
stifled
подавлять
Meaning
to suppress, hold back, or prevent something from happening
Example
He stifled a laugh during the serious meeting.