Week 9 Flashcards

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impresario

The famous impresario was responsible for launching the careers of many successful musicians.

A

a person who organizes and finances concerts, plays, or other cultural events

импресарио

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extortion

The mafia boss was arrested for extortion and racketeering.

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the act of obtaining something, often money, by force or threats

вымогательство

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adverse

The company was facing adverse market conditions and struggling to stay afloat.

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unfavorable or negative; working against one’s interests

неблагоприятный, вредный

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asset

Her outgoing personality was an asset when it came to networking and making connections.

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something of value or benefit; a useful or valuable quality or trait

имущество; ценное качество

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5
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bigot

The politician’s controversial comments exposed him as a bigot with little regard for diversity or inclusivity.

A

a person who is intolerant or prejudiced towards those who hold different beliefs or values

фанатик, слепой приверженец

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blatant

The politician’s blatant lies were exposed by the media, damaging his credibility and reputation.

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obvious or conspicuous; without any attempt to conceal or disguise

вопиющий, явный, очевидный

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entourage

The celebrity was always surrounded by his entourage, consisting of friends, family, and assistants.

A

a group of people who accompany and support a person, especially someone in a position of power or authority

окружение, антураж, свита

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8
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virulent

The virus was highly virulent and rapidly spread throughout the population, causing widespread panic and fear.

A

extremely harmful or poisonous; capable of causing serious illness or death

опасный, ядовитый, заразный

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9
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venom

The snake’s venom was deadly and required immediate medical attention.

A

a poisonous substance secreted by animals, such as snakes or spiders; a feeling of bitterness or malice towards someone

яд, злоба

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10
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spew

The volcano began to spew ash and lava, causing widespread damage and destruction.

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to expel or discharge something, often violently or forcefully

изрыгать, блевать

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loath

She was loath to attend the party, knowing it would be filled with people she disliked.

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reluctant or unwilling; feeling strong dislike or aversion

неохотный, нежелающий

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12
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solicit

The salesman was constantly soliciting customers to buy his products, even after they had declined.

A

to ask for or request something, often in a persistent or annoying manner

ходатайствовать, просить, требовать

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13
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astute

The CEO was known for her astute business sense and ability to make strategic decisions.

A

shrewd or clever; having sharp insight or understanding

проницательный, хитрый, сообразительный

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14
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advocate

V: /’ædvəkeɪt/ N: /’ædvəkət/

The activist advocated for greater environmental protection and conservation efforts.

A

to publicly support or recommend a particular cause or policy

адвокат; пропагандировать, отстаивать

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15
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ineffectual

The government’s efforts to combat poverty and inequality were deemed ineffectual by critics.

A

not producing the desired result; lacking in power or effectiveness

безрезультатный, слабый

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16
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scrutinize

The auditor was tasked with scrutinizing the company’s financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance.

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to examine or inspect something closely and carefully

изучать, тщательно исследовать

17
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nefarious

The mastermind behind the elaborate heist was a nefarious criminal with a long history of illegal activity.

A

wicked or criminal; morally depraved or evil

гнусный, низкий, бесчестный

18
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amicable

The divorce settlement was reached through amicable negotiations, avoiding a lengthy and costly legal battle.

A

friendly and peaceful; characterized by goodwill and cooperation

мирный, дружелюбный

19
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vexatious

The tenant’s constant complaints were deemed vexatious by the landlord, who refused to renew the lease.

A

causing annoyance or frustration; intended to harass or cause trouble

досадный, беспокойный, обременительный

20
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malady

The doctor diagnosed the patient with a rare malady that required specialized treatment.

A

a disease or illness, often chronic or persistent in nature

болезнь, расстройство