Week 15

Question 1

complicity

The employee’s complicity in the embezzlement scheme resulted in his arrest and imprisonment.

Answer 1

involvement in or knowledge of a crime or wrongdoing, often in collaboration with others

соучастие, сопричастность

Question 2

liquidation

The company’s liquidation left many of its employees out of work and struggling to make ends meet.

Answer 2

the process of selling off assets or paying off debts, often in reference to a business or organization that is closing down

ликвидация, уничтожение

Question 3

accomplice

The thief’s accomplice helped him break into the house and steal the valuable artwork.

Answer 3

a person who helps or participates in a crime or wrongdoing, often in collaboration with others

сообщник, соучастник

Question 4

recant

The politician was forced to recant his controversial remarks after they sparked outrage and calls for his resignation.

Answer 4

to retract or disavow a statement or belief, often under pressure or threat of punishment

отрекаться, отказываться от своего мнения

Question 5

culpable

The driver was found culpable for the accident, which resulted in serious injuries and property damage.

Answer 5

deserving blame or responsibility for a wrongdoing or mistake

виновный

Question 6

abrogate

The government’s decision to abrogate the treaty led to diplomatic tensions and protests from the affected parties.

Answer 6

to abolish or repeal a law or agreement, often through official or legal means

отменять, аннулировать

Question 7

alleged

The alleged perpetrator of the crime was arrested and brought to trial, where he denied any involvement in the incident.

Answer 7

claimed or accused without proof or confirmation, often in reference to a crime or wrongdoing

утверждаемый, мнимый

Question 8

access

The security guard denied the protester access to the building, citing concerns about safety and disruption.

Answer 8

the ability to enter or approach a place or resource, often with permission or authorization

доступ

Question 9

invalidate

The court ruled that the evidence was obtained illegally, invalidating the prosecution’s case against the defendant.

Answer 9

to nullify or render ineffective, often in reference to a claim, argument, or decision

аннулировать, лишать законной силы, делать недействительным

Question 10

preclude

The lack of funding precluded the organization from expanding its programs and reaching more people in need.

Answer 10

to prevent or make impossible, often through circumstances or actions that precede or accompany the event or outcome

мешать, предотвращать, устранять

Question 11

persevere

The athlete’s perseverance and hard work paid off, as she finally achieved her goal of winning a gold medal.

Answer 11

to persist or continue despite obstacles or challenges, often with determination and resolve

упорно продолжать, добиваться

Question 12

landmark

The discovery of penicillin was a landmark achievement in the field of medicine, revolutionizing the treatment of infectious diseases.

Answer 12

a significant or memorable event or achievement, often marking an important turning point or milestone

ориентир, веха, межевой знак

Question 13

extrinsic

The athlete’s success was due in part to his extrinsic motivation, which came from the support and encouragement of his coach and teammates.

Answer 13

coming from outside or external factors, often in contrast to internal or inherent characteristics or qualities

внешний, не относящийся к делу

Question 14

declaim

The politician declaimed about the need for reform and change, inspiring his supporters with his impassioned rhetoric.

Answer 14

to speak or deliver a speech or statement in a dramatic or grandiose manner, often with a focus on rhetorical flourishes and emotion

декламировать, разглагольствовать

Question 15

fetter

The regulations and rules that governed the industry were seen as fetters on innovation and progress.

Answer 15

to restrict or restrain, often in reference to a person or their actions

сковывать

Question 16

paragon

The scientist was widely regarded as a paragon of her field, with her groundbreaking research and contributions to the scientific community.

Answer 16

a model or example of excellence or perfection, often used to refer to a person or thing that is considered to be the best of its kind

образец совершенства

Question 17

nomadic

The nomadic tribe traveled across the desert, following the herds of animals and living off the land.

Answer 17

referring to a lifestyle or culture that involves moving from place to place, often in search of resources or livelihoods

кочевой, бродячий

Question 18

asperity

The manager’s asperity and criticism of his employees led to low morale and high turnover rates.

Answer 18

harshness or severity, often in reference to language or tone that is sharp or critical

суровость, строгость, жесткость

Question 19

epithet

The politician’s use of racial epithets and slurs sparked outrage and condemnation from the public and other officials.

Answer 19

a word or phrase used to describe or characterize someone or something, often with a negative or derogatory connotation

эпитет

Question 20

controversial

The controversial decision to close the public school sparked protests and demonstrations from parents and students who were affected by the change.

Answer 20

causing disagreement or dispute, often due to conflicting opinions, values, or beliefs

спорный, дискуссионный