Speakout Upper Intermediate Wordlist Unit 7.2

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1 Speakout Upper Intermediate Wordlist Unit 7.2 стр. дума част на речта произношение обяснение на английски език пример превод 83 anonymous adj əˈnɒnɪməs made or done by someone whose name is not known or not made Police said an anonymous caller warned that a bomb was about to go off. анонимен; безименен public 83 newsworthy adj ˈnjuːzˌwɜː.ði interesting enough to be described in a news report Nothing newsworthy ever happens around here. It's so boring. интересен, важен (като новина) 83 hoax n həʊks a plan to deceive someone, such as telling the police there is a bomb somewhere when there is not one, The bomb threat turned out to be a hoax. измама, подвеждане; измислица or a trick 83 hoaxer n ˈhəʊk.sər a person who tricks or deceives Police had believed that the message was the work лъжец, майтапчия, someone 83 sue v suː to make a legal claim against someone, especially for money, because they have harmed you in some way of a hoaxer. He was so furious about the accusations in the letter that he threatened to sue. измамник, шегаджия давам под съд, съдя, призовавам в съда 83 composite n ˈkɒm.pə.zɪt something that is made of various different parts The main character in her latest novel is a composite of several public figures of that era. комбинация, смесица, вид колаж 83 go to great v phr ɡəʊ tʊ ɡreɪt leŋθs to try very hard to achieve Some people go to great lengths to make their готов съм на всичко, lengths something homes attractive. не се спирам пред нищо 83 fake adj feɪk something which is not what it is The gun in his hand was a fake. фалшив claimed to be 83 common sense n ˌkɒm.ən ˈsens the basic level of practical Windsurfing is perfectly safe as long as you здрав разум knowledge and judgment that we all need to help us live in a reasonable and safe way have/use some common sense. 83 standpoint n ˈstænd.pɔɪnt a set of beliefs and ideas from which opinions and decisions are "I have to put aside my emotions," he says, "and consider it from a professional standpoint." гледище, становище, гледна точка formed 84 champ n tʃæmp short for champion this year's national basketball champs шампион 84 symptom n ˈsɪmptəm any feeling of illness or physical or mental change that is caused by a particular disease He's complaining of all the usual flu symptoms - a high temperature, headache, and so on. симптом, признак Classroom.bg Upper Intermediate Unit 7.2 Page 1

2 84 withdraw v wɪðˈdrɔː, wɪθ- to take or move out or back, or to remove All charges against them were withdrawn after the prosecution's case collapsed. 84 deny v dɪˈnaɪ to say that something is not true Neil denies that he broke the window, but I'm sure he did. 84 strain n strein an injury to a muscle or similar soft Running puts a strain on your heart. part of the body caused by using that part too much 84 insist v ɪnˈsɪst to say firmly or demand forcefully, Please go first - I insist! especially when others disagree with or oppose what you say 84 persuade v pəˈsweɪd to make someone do or believe Using a bunch of bananas, the zoo-keeper something by giving them a good persuaded the monkey back into its cage. reason to do it or by talking to that person and making them believe it оттеглям (се), отдръпвам (се) опровергавам, отричам навяхване, претоварване настоявам убеждавам 84 authenticity n ˌɔːθenˈtɪsəti the quality of being real or true The authenticity of her story is beyond doubt. истинност, автентичност; достоверност 84 bonus n ˈbəʊ.nəs an extra amount of money that is given to you as a present or reward The company used to give bonus payments. бонус; възнаграждение, награда 84 credit n ˈkred.ɪt praise, approval, or honour She got no credit for solving the problem. признание; похвала 84 rumour n ru:mə an unofficial interesting story or piece of news that might be true or invented, and quickly spreads from person to person I heard a rumour that she'd been seeing Luke Harrison. 84 tearful adj ˈtɪə.fəl crying or likely to cry After a tearful farewell at the airport, we went our separate ways. 84 split v split to end a relationship The partners split after working together for fifteen years. 84 threaten v θretn to tell someone that you will kill or They threatened to kill him unless he did as they hurt them or cause problems if asked. they do not do what you want 84 fault n fɔ:lt a mistake, especially something for She believes it was the doctor's fault that Peter which you are to blame 84 accuse v əˈkjuːz to say that someone has done something morally wrong, illegal, or unkind died. He's been accused of murder. мълва, слух просълзен, разплакан разделям (се) заплашвам, застрашавам грешка, вина обвинявам Classroom.bg Upper Intermediate Unit 7.2 Page 2

3 84 refuse v rɪˈfjuːz to say that you will not do or On cold mornings the car always refuses to start. отказвам; отхвърлям accept something 84 betray v bɪˈtreɪ to not be loyal to your country or a He was accused of betraying his country during the предавам person, often by doing something harmful such as helping their enemies war. 84 rapper n ræpə someone who performs rap music The rapper will release two albums on Sept. 14. рапър, музикант, изпълняващ рап 85 examine v ig zæmin to look at or consider a person or thing carefully and in detail in order to discover something about them The council is to examine ways of reducing traffic in the city centre. изследвам, проучвам 85 reliable adj ri laiəbl someone or something that is reliable can be trusted or believed because he, she, or it works or behaves well in the way you expect Gideon is very reliable - if he says he'll do something, he'll do it. 85 appetite n ˈæpətaɪt the feeling that you want to eat food All that walking has given me an appetite. 85 therefore adv ˈðeəfɔː for that reason We are a moral, ethical people and therefore we do not approve of their activities. 85 gossip n gɔsip conversation or reports about Her letter was full of gossip. other people's private lives that might be unkind or not true 85 argue v a:gju to speak angrily to someone, telling that person that you disagree with them 85 hypocritical adj ˌhɪpəˈkrɪtɪkəl saying that you have particular moral beliefs but behaving in a way that shows these are not sincere 85 influential adj ˌɪnfluˈenʃəl having a lot of influence on someone or something 85 however adv haʊˈevə despite whatever amount or degree 85 deserve v dɪˈzɜːv to have earned or to be given something because of the way you have behaved or the qualities you have The children are always arguing. Their accusations of corruption are hypocritical - they have been just as corrupt themselves. She wanted to work for a bigger and more influential (= powerful) newspaper. However hungry I am, I never seem to be able to finish off a whole pizza. Chris deserves our special thanks for all his efforts. сигурен, надежден апетит следователно, затова, поради това клюка споря лицемерен, двуличен влиятелен колкото и (да); както и да; обаче, но заслужавам, достоен съм за Classroom.bg Upper Intermediate Unit 7.2 Page 3

4 85 intrusion n ɪnˈtruːʒən an occasion when someone goes I resented this intrusion into my domestic affairs. натрапване into a place or situation where they are not wanted or expected to be 85 sensational adj senˈseɪ.ʃən.əl intended to be shocking and The show was a sensational success. сензационен exciting rather than serious 85 genuine adj ˈdʒen.ju.ɪn it is real and exactly what it appears to be If it is a genuine Michelangelo drawing, it will sell for millions. истински, оригинален 85 publicise v ˈpʌb.lɪ.saɪz to make information about The work of the charity has been widely publicized популяризирам something generally available throughout the media. 85 against prep ə geinst disagreeing with a plan or activity 50 people voted against the new proposal. против, срещу 85 despite prep dis pait without taking any notice of or being influenced by; not prevented by I still enjoyed the week despite the weather. 85 although conj ɔ:l ðou despite the fact that She walked home by herself, although she knew that it was dangerous. 85 while conj waɪl during the time that, or at the same time as I read it while you were drying your hair. въпреки, макар и макар че, макар и; въпреки че докато, през времето, когато Speakout Upper Intermediate Wordlist Workbook Unit 7.2 стр. дума част на произношение обяснение на английски език пример превод речта 48 beam v bi:m to smile with obvious pleasure She beamed with pleasure at his remarks. сияя, излъчвам, светя 48 beaming adj ˈbiː.mɪŋ used to describe a smile that is very wide and happy, or someone who is smiling in this way 48 uncommon adj ʌnˈkɒm.ən not seen, happening, or experienced often a beaming smile Accidents due to failure of safety equipment are uncommon nowadays. сияещ, лъчезарен, греещ необикновен, рядко срещан 48 pursue v pəˈsjuː to follow someone or something, The car was pursued by helicopters. преследвам, гоня usually to try to catch him, her, or it 48 culprit n ˈkʌl.prɪt someone who has done something Police hope the public will help them to find the виновник wrong culprits. 48 justify v ˈdʒʌs.tɪ.faɪ to give or to be a good reason for I can't really justify taking another day off work. оправдавам, обяснявам Classroom.bg Upper Intermediate Unit 7.2 Page 4

5 48 exposure n ɪkˈspəʊ.ʒər the fact of experiencing something or being affected by it because of being in a particular situation or place 48 fair adj feər treating someone in a way that is right or reasonable 48 frustration n frʌsˈtreɪ.ʃən the feeling of being annoyed or less confident because you cannot achieve what you want You should always limit your exposure to the sun. Why should I have to do all the cleaning? It's not fair! I could sense his frustration at not being able to help. 48 grin n grin a wide smile I assumed things had gone well for him because he had a big grin on his face. 48 unauthorized adj ʌn ɔ:θə raizd without someone's official permission to do something or be in a particular place 48 appliance n ə plaiəns a device, machine, or piece of equipment, especially an electrical one that is used in the house, such as a cooker or washing machine Unauthorized personnel are not admitted beyond this point. electric/domestic/household appliances излагане, подлагане справедлив, безпристрастен; честен раздразнение ухилване, голяма усмивка неупълномощен; неразрешен прибор, уред; устройство 48 costly adj kɔstli expensive, especially too expensive The project was subject to several costly delays. скъп, ценен 48 tempting adj temptiη if something is tempting, you want to do or have it That pie looks very tempting. съблазнителен, изкушаващ 48 geographical adj dʒiə græfikl relating to geography, or to the geographical maps of the area географски geography of a particular area or place 48 snapshot n snæp ʃɔt an informal photograph, especially He took a snapshot of his girlfriend. моментална снимка one taken quickly by a handheld camera 49 amateur n æmətjuə taking part in an activity for He was an amateur singer until the age of 40, when необучен, любител pleasure, not as a job he turned professional. 49 trustworthy adj trʌst wə:ði able to be trusted Many people do not see politicians as trustworthy. който заслужава доверие, надежден Classroom.bg Upper Intermediate Unit 7.2 Page 5