Week 12

Question 1

diatribe

The politician’s diatribe against his opponent was met with boos and jeers from the crowd.

Answer 1

a bitter and abusive verbal attack or criticism, often directed at a specific person or group

диатриба, обличительная речь

Question 2

inhibition

The student’s inhibition prevented her from speaking up in class, even though she knew the answer to the teacher’s question.

Answer 2

a feeling of self-consciousness or restraint, often leading to hesitation or reluctance to act

торможение, подавление

Question 3

fortuitous

The author’s fortuitous meeting with a publisher led to the publication of her first novel.

Answer 3

occurring by chance or coincidence, often resulting in a fortunate or positive outcome

случайный, удачный

Question 4

incoherent

The speaker’s incoherent ramblings made it difficult for the audience to follow his train of thought.

Answer 4

unclear or confusing, often due to a lack of organization or structure

бессвязный, непоследовательный

Question 5

ilk

The author’s novels appealed to a certain ilk of reader, drawn to their dark and brooding themes.

Answer 5

a type or kind of person or thing, often used to refer to a particular group or category

род

Question 6

prestigious

The university’s prestigious reputation attracted students from all over the world, eager to receive an education from its renowned faculty.

Answer 6

highly regarded or respected, often due to a reputation for excellence or accomplishment

престижный, авторитетный

Question 7

placard

The protester held up a placard with a message demanding justice for the victims of police brutality.

Answer 7

a poster or sign, often used to convey a message or information to the public

плакат, афиша

Question 8

integral

The team’s star player was integral to their success, his talent and leadership helping to lead them to victory.

Answer 8

necessary or essential, often forming a crucial part of a larger whole

интегральный, неотъемлемый

Question 9

remuneration

The consultant’s remuneration for his work was generous, reflecting the value of his expertise and experience.

Answer 9

payment or compensation for services rendered, often in the form of money or other benefits

вознаграждение, оплата

Question 10

nominal

The fee for the service was nominal, reflecting the low cost of materials and labor required to provide it.

Answer 10

small or insignificant in comparison to the real or actual value

номинальный, условный

Question 11

expunge

The author decided to expunge several chapters from her novel, feeling that they did not add anything to the story.

Answer 11

to erase or remove completely, often in reference to written or recorded material

вычеркивать

Question 12

flamboyant

The actor’s flamboyant personality and colorful wardrobe made him a favorite of the paparazzi.

Answer 12

flashy or showy, often characterized by bold or exaggerated behavior or appearance

яркий, цветистый

Question 13

anathema

The politician’s stance on immigration was anathema to many of his constituents, leading to protests and demonstrations.

Answer 13

something or someone that is hated or loathed, often due to moral or religious reasons

анафема, проклятие, отлучение от церкви

Question 14

schism

The religious community was torn apart by a schism, with members taking sides and refusing to speak to one another.

Answer 14

a division or split between two opposing groups or factions, often resulting in conflict or tension

раскол, схизма

Question 15

utopia

The author’s novel described a utopian society free from war, poverty, and injustice, inspiring readers to dream of a better world.

Answer 15

an imagined or hypothetical place or society that is perfect or ideal, often used as a metaphor for a better future

утопия

Question 16

timorous

The child’s timorous nature made her reluctant to try new things or take risks.

Answer 16

timid or fearful, often characterized by a lack of confidence or courage

робкий, очень боязливый

Question 17

truncated

The article had to be truncated to fit the limited space in the magazine, leaving out some of the author’s key points.

Answer 17

shortened or abbreviated, often due to space or time constraints

усеченный

Question 18

jaunty

The musician’s jaunty tune had the audience tapping their feet and clapping along to the beat.

Answer 18

lively or carefree, often characterized by a cheerful and confident manner

бойкий, веселый, развязный,

Question 19

fractious

The group of children was fractious and unruly, making it challenging for the teacher to keep them focused on their lessons.

Answer 19

difficult to manage or control, often characterized by a tendency to argue or cause problems

капризный, раздражительный

Question 20

ostentatious

The businessman’s ostentatious displays of wealth and luxury made him a target of envy and criticism from those around him.

Answer 20

showy or pretentious, often characterized by a desire to impress or draw attention to oneself

показной, нарочитый, хвастливый