Vocabulary Cards C2
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C2 verb
abrade
стирать трением
Meaning
to scrape or wear away the surface by friction or erosion
Example
The rough cloth can easily abrade the skin.
C2 verb
abridge
сокращать
Meaning
to shorten a text without losing its meaning
Example
The editor decided to abridge the long novel for young readers.
C2 noun
abridgment
сокращение
Meaning
A shortened version of a larger work, such as a book or speech.
Example
The publisher released an abridgment of the lengthy novel for students.
C2 verb
abrogate
аброгировать
Meaning
To formally repeal, cancel, or abolish a law, agreement, or custom.
Example
The government decided to abrogate the outdated treaty.
C2 noun
abscission
опадение листьев
Meaning
The natural detachment of parts of a plant, typically leaves or fruit.
Example
The autumn season is marked by the abscission of leaves from trees.
C2 verb
abscond
покидать скрытно
Meaning
to leave secretly and quickly, often to avoid arrest or punishment
Example
The thief tried to abscond with the stolen jewelry.
C2 noun
absolution
опрощение
Meaning
formal release from guilt, obligation, or punishment
Example
The priest granted him absolution for his sins.
C2 adjective
abstemious
воздержанный
Meaning
not allowing oneself much food or drink; marked by moderation
Example
She lived an abstemious life, avoiding all luxuries.
C2 adjective
abstruse
непонятный
Meaning
Difficult to understand; obscure.
Example
The abstruse nature of the philosophical debate left many confused.
C2 verb
abut
сопредельный
Meaning
to be next to or share a border with
Example
The park abuts the river on the north side.
C2 adjective
abyssal
абиссальный
Meaning
Related to or characteristic of the deep ocean, especially the zone below 4000 meters.
Example
Abyssal creatures survive in extreme pressure conditions.
C2 noun
academician
академик
Meaning
a member of an academy; a scholar or expert in a field of study
Example
The academicians gathered to discuss the future of education.
C2 verb
accede
соглашаться
Meaning
to agree to a request, proposal, or demand; to assume an office or position
Example
The government finally acceded to the demands of the protesters.
C2 noun
accession
восхождение на трон / принятие договора
Meaning
the attainment of a position of rank or power, especially a monarch or president; the formal acceptance of an agreement or treaty
Example
The king's accession to the throne was celebrated with great ceremony.
C2 noun
acclimatization
акклиматизация
Meaning
The process of adapting to a new environment or condition.
Example
The hikers needed time for acclimatization to high altitudes.
C2 noun
acclivity
восходящий склон
Meaning
An upward slope or incline on the ground.
Example
The hikers struggled as they climbed the steep acclivity.
C2 noun
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.
C2 verb
accost
агрессивно подойти
Meaning
to approach and speak to someone boldly or aggressively
Example
The reporter was accosted by protesters outside the courthouse.
C2 verb
accouter
экипировать
Meaning
to equip or outfit, typically with military or ceremonial attire
Example
The soldiers were accoutered in full battle gear.
C2 verb
accoutre
одевать
Meaning
to dress or equip, especially in something impressive or elaborate
Example
The knight was accoutred in shining armor.
C2 verb
accrete
накапливаться
Meaning
to grow or increase gradually by accumulation or addition
Example
Dust particles accrete over time to form larger celestial bodies.
C2 noun
accretion
аккреция
Meaning
The process of growth or increase, typically by the gradual accumulation of additional layers or matter.
Example
The accretion of wealth allowed him to invest in various projects.
C2 adjective
accursed
проклятый
Meaning
Doomed, detestable, or under a curse.
Example
The villagers avoided the accursed house on the hill.
C2 adjective
accusatory
обвиняющий
Meaning
Suggesting blame or indicating someone has done wrong.
Example
He gave her an accusatory glance.