Week 25

Question 1

awesome

The view from the top of the mountain was truly awesome, with its panoramic scenery, fresh air, and serene beauty.

Answer 1

inspiring awe or admiration, often in reference to something that is impressive, magnificent, or remarkable

здорово, классно

Question 2

debris

The aftermath of the hurricane left a trail of debris, with fallen trees, damaged buildings, and broken power lines.

Answer 2

scattered fragments or remains of something that has been broken or destroyed, often in reference to rubble, wreckage, or litter

обломки

Question 3

dispersed

The crowd dispersed after the concert, with fans going in different directions and chatting excitedly about the performance.

Answer 3

scattered or spread out over a wide area, often in reference to people, objects, or substances that are distributed or disassembled

диспергированный, рассеянный, рассредоточенный

Question 4

eruption

The volcano’s eruption was a spectacular sight, with its lava, smoke, and ash reaching high into the sky.

Answer 4

a sudden and violent outburst or explosion, often in reference to a volcanic eruption or an emotional outburst

извержение

Question 5

puny

The wrestler’s opponent was puny and frail, with little chance of defeating him in the ring.

Answer 5

small, weak, or insignificant, often in reference to a person or thing that is inferior or inadequate

маленький, хилый, щуплый, слабый, незначительный

Question 6

obliterate

The bombing raid obliterated the town, with its buildings, infrastructure, and history reduced to rubble.

Answer 6

to completely destroy or eliminate, often in reference to a place, object, or memory that is erased or wiped out

уничтожать, стирать

Question 7

deplorable

The living conditions of the refugees were deplorable, with little access to basic necessities like food, water, and shelter.

Answer 7

deserving strong condemnation or criticism, often in reference to behavior, actions, or conditions that are unacceptable, shameful, or abhorrent

плачевный, прискорбный, печальный, скверный

Question 8

initiate

The company initiated a new project, with a team of experts working together to develop and implement the plan.

Answer 8

to begin or start something, often in reference to a process, event, or action that is initiated or set in motion

начинать, положить начало

Question 9

conflagration

The forest conflagration was a serious threat to nearby towns and villages, with firefighters working tirelessly to contain the blaze.

Answer 9

a large and destructive fire, often in reference to a raging inferno that spreads rapidly and causes widespread damage

пожарище, большой пожар

Question 10

rue

The athlete rued his decision to skip training, with his poor performance costing him the championship title.

Answer 10

to regret or feel remorse for something, often in reference to a past action, decision, or missed opportunity

сожалеть, горевать, раскаиваться

Question 11

congenial

The party was held in a congenial atmosphere, with guests enjoying the music, food, and company.

Answer 11

pleasant or friendly, often in reference to a person or environment that is agreeable or compatible

благоприятный, близкий по духу, конгениальный

Question 12

hoard

The collector hoarded rare books, with a library filled with rare and valuable volumes.

Answer 12

to accumulate or collect large quantities of something, often in reference to possessions, resources, or information that are stored or saved

копить, хранить, запасать

Question 13

sage

The sage’s advice was invaluable, with his words of wisdom providing guidance and inspiration to those seeking knowledge and understanding.

Answer 13

a wise person, often in reference to an elder or a person with great knowledge, insight, or experience

мудрец, мудрый

Question 14

aegis

The government provided the aegis for the country’s security, with its military forces defending the nation from external threats.

Answer 14

protection or support, often in reference to a person, organization, or power that provides shelter or defense

эгида, защита

Question 15

detriment

The company’s decision to cut costs resulted in the detriment of its employees, with layoffs and reduced benefits impacting morale and productivity.

Answer 15

harm or damage caused by something, often in reference to a condition, situation, or action that has negative consequences

ущерб, вред

Question 16

longevity

The turtle’s longevity is impressive, with some species living for over a hundred years.

Answer 16

long life or duration, often in reference to a person or thing that has a long lifespan or history of endurance

долголетие, долгожительство

Question 17

imbibe

The guests imbibe the local culture by attending traditional festivals, trying local cuisine, and learning about the history and customs of the region.

Answer 17

to consume or absorb something, often in reference to a liquid or knowledge that is taken in or learned

впитывать, поглощать

Question 18

virile

The athlete’s virile physique and intense training regimen made him a formidable opponent on the field.

Answer 18

strong, vigorous, or masculine, often in reference to a man or animal that is powerful and sexually potent

мужественный, зрелый, сильный

Question 19

senile

The elderly man’s senile behavior was concerning to his family, with memory loss and confusion affecting his daily life.

Answer 19

showing signs of mental or physical deterioration due to old age, often in reference to a person or animal that is experiencing decline or impairment

старческий, сенильный

Question 20

doddering

The doddering old cat struggled to walk, with arthritis and other health problems causing pain and discomfort.

Answer 20

shaky or unsteady due to old age, often in reference to a person or animal that is weak or infirm

трясущийся, дрожащий, нетвердый на ногах