Week 13

Question 1

importune

The salesman’s importunate approach turned off many of his potential customers.

Answer 1

to persistently and insistently ask or request something, often to the point of annoyance

докучать, приставать

Question 2

incontrovertible

The defendant’s guilt was supported by incontrovertible evidence, including DNA and eyewitness testimony.

Answer 2

impossible to deny or dispute, often due to overwhelming evidence or proof

неопровержимый, неоспоримый

Question 3

surreptitious

The spy’s surreptitious activities were discovered by the authorities, leading to his arrest and imprisonment.

Answer 3

secretive or covert, often characterized by a desire to avoid detection or suspicion

тайный, сделанный тайком

Question 4

haven

The small town was a haven for refugees fleeing the violence and instability of their home country.

Answer 4

a place of safety or refuge, often providing protection from danger or harm

убежище, гавань, приют

Question 5

subjugate

The colonizers sought to subjugate the indigenous population, imposing their language, culture, and way of life on the native people.

Answer 5

to conquer or control by force, often resulting in the subordination or oppression of the conquered people

подчинять, покорять

Question 6

ultimate

The ultimate goal of the project was to create a sustainable energy source that could be used to power homes and businesses.

Answer 6

final or eventual, often referring to the end result or outcome of a process or action

конечный, окончательный

Question 7

eventuate

The negotiations between the two countries eventuated in a historic peace agreement, ending decades of conflict and tension.

Answer 7

to result or culminate in something, often after a long or difficult process

случаться, являться результатом

Question 8

emit

The factory emitted large amounts of pollutants into the air, leading to concerns about the environmental impact of its operations.

Answer 8

to release or send out, often in the form of a sound, light, or gas

излучать, испускать, выделять

Question 9

subterranean

The explorers descended into the subterranean caverns, searching for hidden treasures and ancient artifacts.

Answer 9

underground or beneath the surface of the earth, often referring to caves, tunnels, or other structures

подземный

Question 10

viable

The entrepreneur’s business plan was deemed viable by the investors, who agreed to provide the necessary funding.

Answer 10

capable of working or functioning successfully, often in reference to a plan, idea, or business

жизнеспособный

Question 11

premise

The scientist’s premise was that the human brain was capable of remarkable feats of memory and cognition, inspiring her research into brain function and development.

Answer 11

a proposition or assumption that serves as the basis for an argument, theory, or course of action

предпосылка

Question 12

jeopardize

The employee’s refusal to follow safety protocols jeopardized the safety of his coworkers and the company’s reputation.

Answer 12

to put at risk or in danger, often due to careless or reckless behavior

подвергать опасности, рисковать

Question 13

incredulous

The audience was incredulous at the magician’s seemingly impossible tricks and illusions.

Answer 13

skeptical or disbelieving, often due to a lack of evidence or proof

недоверчивый, скептический

Question 14

permeate

The scent of freshly baked bread permeated the bakery, enticing customers with its delicious aroma.

Answer 14

to spread throughout or penetrate deeply, often in reference to a substance, idea, or influence

проникать, распространяться

Question 15

propitious

The athlete’s propitious performance in the early rounds of the tournament gave her the confidence and momentum she needed to win the championship.

Answer 15

favorable or auspicious, often referring to a situation or circumstance that is conducive to success or good fortune

благоприятный

Question 16

surmise

The detective surmised that the suspect had fled the scene of the crime in a stolen car, based on tire tracks and eyewitness reports.

Answer 16

to guess or speculate about something, often based on incomplete or limited information

предположение, догадка

Question 17

curtail

The government decided to curtail spending on non-essential programs in order to balance the budget.

Answer 17

to reduce or limit, often in reference to a resource, activity, or behavior

сокращать, урезать

Question 18

repress

The soldier had to repress his fear and anxiety in order to complete the mission.

Answer 18

to restrain or suppress, often in reference to emotions, desires, or impulses

подавлять, сдерживать

Question 19

cryptic

The message was cryptic and difficult to decipher, leaving the recipients unsure of its meaning or purpose.

Answer 19

mysterious or obscure, often characterized by a lack of clarity or understanding

загадочный, скрытый

Question 20

inchoate

The entrepreneur’s business idea was inchoate, requiring further development and refinement before it could be brought to market.

Answer 20

undeveloped or not fully formed, often referring to an idea, plan, or concept that is still in its early stages

рудиментарный, зачаточный