Week 39 Flashcards

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belated

The host apologized for the belated arrival of the food, which had been delayed due to unforeseen circumstances.

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happening or arriving late, often used to describe something that is delayed or overdue

запоздалый, поздний

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callous

The politician’s callous response to the tragedy angered many of his constituents.

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showing no concern for others’ feelings or suffering, often used to describe someone who is insensitive or unfeeling

черствый, бездушный, бессердечный

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decrepit

The abandoned house was in a decrepit state, with boarded-up windows and peeling paint.

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worn out or ruined due to age or neglect, often used to describe something that is old and falling apart

дряхлый, ветхий, изношенный

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delineation

The artist’s painting was a masterful delineation of the landscape, capturing every detail in vivid color.

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the act of describing or portraying something in detail, often used to describe a clear and detailed representation of something

описание, план, чертеж

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demeanor

The coach’s calm demeanor helped to reassure the team after their loss.

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behavior or manner, often used to describe someone’s attitude or bearing

поведение, манера вести себя

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flay

The journalist’s article flayed the government’s handling of the crisis, pointing out numerous failures and missteps.

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to criticize harshly or severely, often used to describe a scathing attack or rebuke

сдирать кожу, резко критиковать

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heinous

The murderer’s heinous crime outraged the entire community and led to calls for justice.

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shockingly wicked or evil, often used to describe a crime or action that is abhorrent

отвратительный, гнусный, ужасный

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imperturbable

The air traffic controller remained imperturbable, calmly guiding the plane to safety despite the emergency situation.

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calm and composed, often used to describe someone who is unflappable or unfazed by difficult situations

невозмутимый, спокойный

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infraction

The traffic officer issued a ticket for the driver’s infraction of the speed limit.

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a violation or breach of a law or rule, often used to describe a minor offense or infraction

нарушение, инфракция

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machiavellian

The politician’s Machiavellian tactics were widely criticized, with many accusing him of using underhanded methods to gain power.

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characterized by cunning and deceit, often used to describe someone who is manipulative or unscrupulous in achieving their goals

беспринципный, бессовестный

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opprobrium

The politician faced public opprobrium for his involvement in a corruption scandal.

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harsh criticism or censure, often used to describe public disgrace or shame

позор, посрамление

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pandemonium

The concert caused pandemonium among the fans, with many rushing the stage and causing a commotion.

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wild and noisy disorder or confusion, often used to describe chaos or tumult

столпотворение, пандемониум, ад кромешный

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13
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redress

The company offered redress to customers who were affected by the faulty product.

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to remedy or make right a wrong or injury, often used to describe compensation or restitution

возмещение, исправление

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saga

The book tells the saga of a family’s struggle to survive during the Great Depression.

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a long and complicated story, often used to describe an epic or adventurous tale

сага, сказание

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staunch

The politician had a staunch following of supporters who believed in her policies and vision.

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loyal and committed in attitude or action, often used to describe steadfastness or unwavering support

стойкий, верный, твердый

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16
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turpitude

The businessman’s actions were an example of turpitude and led to his downfall.

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depravity or wickedness, often used to describe a corrupt or immoral act

низость, подлость

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unconscionable

The company’s profits were made at the expense of its workers, an unconscionable practice that drew public ire.

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unreasonable or excessive, often used to describe something that is unjust or indefensible

бессовестный, неумеренный, чрезмерный

18
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vacillate

The politician vacillated between supporting the bill and opposing it, causing confusion among her constituents.

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to alternate or waver between different opinions or actions, often used to describe indecisiveness or uncertainty

колебаться, проявлять нерешительность

19
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vindicate

The DNA evidence helped to vindicate the wrongfully accused man and led to his release from prison.

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to clear someone of blame or suspicion, often used to describe exoneration or absolution

реабилитировать, оправдывать

20
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vituperation

The online comments section was filled with vituperation and hate speech directed at the author.

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bitter and abusive language or criticism, often used to describe verbal abuse or condemnation

брань, поношение