Week 22 Flashcards
juxtapose
The artist’s painting juxtaposes light and shadow, form and color, creating a dynamic and striking composition.
to place side by side for comparison or contrast, often in reference to two or more things that are different or opposite
сопоставлять, помещать рядом
plight
The refugees’ plight, with its hardships, dangers, and uncertainty, touched the hearts of many people around the world, inspiring compassion and action.
a difficult or challenging situation, often in reference to a person or group that is facing a problem or crisis
положение, состояние, обязательство
covert
The spy’s covert operation, with its espionage, sabotage, and subterfuge, was a critical tool in the Cold War era, with its heightened tensions and conflicts.
hidden or secret, often in reference to a behavior or activity that is intended to be concealed or undisclosed
скрытый, тайный, завуалированный
cope
The athlete’s ability to cope with pressure, injuries, and setbacks, through training, resilience, and support, was key to his success and achievement.
to deal with or manage a situation or problem, often in reference to a person or group that is facing a challenge or adversity
справляться, совладать, бороться
incompatibility
The couple’s incompatibility, with its differences in values, interests, and personalities, led to constant conflicts and tensions, eventually leading to their separation.
a lack of harmony or agreement, often in reference to two or more things that are not compatible or consistent with each other
несовместимость
incapacitated
The employee’s incapacitation, with its physical or mental limitations, required the company to provide accommodations, assistance, and support, to ensure fair and equal treatment.
unable to function or perform, often in reference to a person or body that is disabled, injured, or impaired in some way
fabricate
The witness’s fabrications, with their inconsistencies, contradictions, and omissions, cast doubt on the validity and credibility of his testimony, undermining the case against the accused.
to create or invent something, often in reference to a story, excuse, or explanation that is false or misleading
производить, фабриковать выдумывать
connubial
The newlyweds’ connubial bliss, with its love, devotion, and passion, was the envy of their friends and family, inspiring hope and optimism.
relating to marriage or the state of being married, often in reference to a couple or relationship that is committed and intimate
супружеский, брачный
demur
The juror’s demurral, with its reservations, doubts, and reservations, reflected his conscientious and careful consideration of the evidence, deliberating on the verdict.
to object or hesitate, often in reference to a person or decision that is reluctant or uncertain
возражение, колебание, протест
appellation
The author’s appellation, with its pseudonym or pen name, was a deliberate choice, reflecting her desire for anonymity or artistic expression.
a name or title, often in reference to a person, place, or thing that is identified or distinguished by a particular name or label
название, имя
escalation
The escalation of the trade war, with its tariffs, sanctions, and retaliation, had a profound impact on the global economy, disrupting trade, investment, and growth.
an increase or intensification, often in reference to a conflict, tension, or competition that is growing or expanding
эскалация, обострение, расширение
indifference
The politician’s indifference to the plight of the poor, with its neglect, apathy, and callousness, outraged many voters, inspiring protests and activism.
a lack of interest or concern, often in reference to a person or attitude that is apathetic or disengaged
безразличие, равнодушие
potential
The student’s potential, with his intelligence, curiosity, and creativity, was evident to his teachers and peers, inspiring them to nurture and support his development.
possible or capable, often in reference to a person, thing, or idea that has the capacity or ability to achieve or become something more
потенциал, возможность, напряжение
cumulative
The worker’s cumulative fatigue, with its physical and mental exhaustion, was the result of long hours, repetitive tasks, and stressful conditions, leading to burnout and health problems.
growing or increasing over time, often in reference to a quantity, value, or effect that accumulates or builds up gradually
кумулятивный, накопленный, суммирующийся
recondite
The professor’s lecture on recondite philosophy, with its jargon, concepts, and theories, challenged the students’ comprehension and critical thinking skills, stimulating their intellectual curiosity and inquiry.
obscure or difficult to understand, often in reference to a subject, topic, or knowledge that is specialized or esoteric
неясный, малопонятный
palliate
The doctor’s treatment plan for the patient’s chronic pain, with its medication, therapy, and lifestyle changes, aimed to palliate the symptoms, improve the function, and enhance the quality of life.
to alleviate or ease a problem or symptom, often in reference to a medical or psychological condition that is mitigated or controlled
смягчать, облегчать
delude
The investor’s delusion, with his overconfidence, greed, and impulsiveness, led him to make risky and unwise decisions, resulting in financial losses and regrets.
to deceive or mislead someone, often in reference to a person or idea that is misled or fooled by false or unrealistic expectations
обманывать, вводить в заблуждение
prelude
The pianist’s prelude, with its melody, harmony, and rhythm, was a beautiful and haunting introduction to the composer’s masterpiece, captivating the audience and setting the stage for the performance.
an introductory or preliminary event or performance, often in reference to a musical or artistic work that sets the tone or mood for the main or subsequent part
прелюдия, вступление
chimerical
The entrepreneur’s chimerical vision, with its grandiose and ambitious goals, was the source of inspiration and motivation for his team, despite the obstacles and challenges they faced.
fanciful or imaginary, often in reference to a vision, dream, or plan that is unrealistic or idealistic
химерический, несбыточный
acknowledge
The author’s acknowledgement of her sources, with their contributions, insights, and inspiration, was a sign of intellectual integrity and honesty, respecting the work and ideas of others.
to recognize or admit the existence or truth of something, often in reference to a person, idea, or fact that is acknowledged or accepted by others
признавать, подтверждать
