Week 35

Question 1

cliché

The movie relied heavily on clichés and failed to bring anything new or fresh to the genre.

Answer 1

an overused phrase or idea that has lost its originality or impact, often used to describe something that is trite or predictable

Question 2

countenance

Despite her anxiety, she tried to maintain a calm countenance during the job interview.

Answer 2

a person’s facial expression or the overall appearance or demeanor of a person, often used to describe the way someone presents themselves

выражение лица

Question 3

debacle

The product launch was a debacle, with numerous technical issues and low sales.

Answer 3

a sudden and complete failure or collapse, often used to describe a disastrous or catastrophic event

разгром

Question 4

effrontery

The employee had the effrontery to speak to the CEO in a rude and confrontational manner.

Answer 4

boldness or audacity in behavior or speech, often used to describe behavior that is rude or disrespectful

наглость

Question 5

equanimity

Despite the chaos and confusion, she maintained her equanimity and kept a level head.

Answer 5

calmness and composure, often used to describe a state of emotional stability or balance

невозмутимость, спокойствие

Question 6

flabbergasted

I was flabbergasted when I found out that my best friend had been keeping a secret from me for years.

Answer 6

extremely surprised or shocked, often used to describe a feeling of disbelief or astonishment

изумленный, ошеломленный

Question 7

gaunt

After months of illness, he emerged gaunt and weak, having lost a significant amount of weight.

Answer 7

thin and bony, often used to describe a person’s appearance

тощий, изможденный, вытянутый в длину

Question 8

hirsute

The hirsute dog had a thick, furry coat that kept him warm in the winter.

Answer 8

having an excessive amount of hair, often used to describe a person or animal’s appearance

волосатый, косматый

Question 9

lampoon

The comedian’s routine was a scathing lampoon of current political leaders.

Answer 9

to mock or ridicule in a satirical or sarcastic manner, often used to describe a form of humor that is meant to be critical or biting

злая сатира, писать памфлеты

Question 10

mien

Despite his rough exterior, his mien suggested a kind and gentle nature.

Answer 10

a person’s overall appearance or bearing, often used to describe the way someone presents themselves or their demeanor

вид, выражение лица, манера держать себя

Question 11

nonentity

The minor character in the story was a nonentity who had little impact on the plot.

Answer 11

a person or thing with no special or notable qualities or characteristics, often used to describe something that lacks importance or significance

ничтожество, пустое место

Question 12

parable

The parable of the prodigal son teaches forgiveness and redemption.

Answer 12

a simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson, often used in religious or philosophical contexts

притча, иносказание

Question 13

pensive

The pensive expression on her face suggested that she was thinking deeply about something.

Answer 13

engaged in deep or serious thought, often used to describe a contemplative or reflective mood

задумчивый, печальный, меланхоличный

Question 14

refute

The scientist presented evidence to refute the popular theory about climate change.

Answer 14

to prove to be false or incorrect, often used to describe a strong disagreement or rebuttal

опровергать, доказывать несостоятельность

Question 15

sanctimonious

The politician’s sanctimonious speech about family values was later revealed to be at odds with his own behavior.

Answer 15

hypocritically virtuous or righteous, often used to describe someone who puts on a show of moral superiority

ханжеский, лицемерный

Question 16

stupor

After taking the strong medication, he fell into a deep stupor and was unable to stay awake.

Answer 16

a state of mental numbness or confusion, often used to describe a condition of drowsiness or intoxication

ступор, оцепенение

Question 17

vivacious

The vivacious dancer lit up the stage with her exuberant movements and sparkling smile.

Answer 17

lively, animated, and full of energy, often used to describe a person with a spirited or outgoing personality

живой, оживленный

Question 18

whet

The tantalizing aroma of fresh bread whetted our appetites for dinner.

Answer 18

to sharpen or stimulate, often used to describe a desire or appetite

точить, раззадоривать, возбуждать

Question 19

whimsical

The whimsical artwork featured bright colors and whimsical creatures that seemed to come to life.

Answer 19

playfully quaint or fanciful, often used to describe something that is imaginative or unusual

причудливый

Question 20

wince

He winced in pain when he accidentally hit his thumb with a hammer.

Answer 20

to flinch or recoil in pain or discomfort, often used to describe a physical or emotional reaction to something unpleasant

вздрагивать, морщиться