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Словарный запас для IELTS Academic (Оценка 8-9) - Literature

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Vocabulary for Academic IELTS (8)
protagonist
protagonist
[существительное]

the main character in a movie, novel, TV show, etc.

главный герой

главный герой

Ex: The protagonist of the novel is a young orphan who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and adventure. 
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antagonist
antagonist
[существительное]

villainous character who strongly opposes another person or thing

противник

противник

Ex: The antagonist in the novel was a cunning and ruthless villain, determined to thwart the protagonist's plans at every turn. 
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supervillain
supervillain
[существительное]

a fictional character with superpowers who is morally evil

суперзлодей

суперзлодей

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conceit
conceit
[существительное]

an elaborate or far-fetched poetic image or comparison between very dissimilar things, used in literature

тщеславие

тщеславие

Ex: John Donne's metaphysical poetry is famous for its conceits, such as comparing lovers to a compass. 
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hyperbole
hyperbole
[существительное]

a technique used in speech and writing to exaggerate the extent of something

преувеличение

преувеличение

Ex: His statement that he'd slept for a century was a hyperbole to express his exhaustion. 
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prolixity
prolixity
[существительное]

the fact of having an excessive number of words that results in being tedious

многословность

многословность

Ex: The professor's lecture was criticized for its prolixity, as many students found the excessive detail and lengthy explanations overwhelming and tedious. 
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blurb
blurb
[существительное]

a short promotional description of a book, motion picture, etc. published on the cover of a book or in an advertisement

краткое рекламное описание, завлекательное резюме

краткое рекламное описание, завлекательное резюме

Ex: The blurb on the back cover of the novel provides a brief summary of the plot to entice readers. 
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epigraph
epigraph
[существительное]

a quotation or phrase placed at the beginning of a book, chapter, or other written work, often to suggest a theme or context

эпиграф

эпиграф

Ex: The novel opens with an epigraph from T.S. Eliot. 
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miscellanea
miscellanea
[существительное]

a collection of various items, such as literary pieces, poems, letters, etc., gathered from different sources

литературная смесь

литературная смесь

Ex: The bookshelves were filled with miscellanea, ranging from ancient artifacts to quirky knick-knacks collected over the years. 
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pamphleteer
pamphleteer
[существительное]

someone who writes pamphlets, especially one who promotes partisan views on political issues

памфлетист

памфлетист

Ex: In the 18th century, Thomas Paine emerged as a prominent pamphleteer, advocating for American independence with works like "Common Sense." 
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wordsmith
wordsmith
[существительное]

someone who uses words skillfully, especially a gifted author

мастер слова

мастер слова

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Afrofuturism
Afrofuturism
[существительное]

a cultural and artistic movement that explores the intersection of African and African Diaspora culture with technology and the future

Афрофутуризм, культурное и художественное движение

Афрофутуризм, культурное и художественное движение

Ex: The film "Black Panther" is often cited as a prime example of Afrofuturism, blending African culture with futuristic technology and themes. 
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whodunit
whodunit
[существительное]

a story, play, movie, etc. about a mystery or murder that the audience cannot solve until the end

детектив

детектив

Ex: The latest novel by the bestselling author is a gripping whodunit, filled with twists and turns that keep readers guessing until the very end. 
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codex
codex
[существительное]

an ancient book, written by hand, especially of scriptures, classics, etc.

Коллекция древних рукописей

Коллекция древних рукописей

Ex: The museum's prized exhibit is an illuminated codex from the medieval period, featuring intricately detailed illustrations and calligraphy. 
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parable
parable
[существительное]

a short, simple story that teaches a moral lesson

притча

притча

Ex: The teacher used a parable to explain the importance of honesty. 
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satire
satire
[существительное]

humor, irony, ridicule, or sarcasm used to expose or criticize the faults and shortcomings of a person, government, etc.

сатира

сатира

Ex: Satire in literature often challenges societal norms and conventions. 
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allegory
allegory
[существительное]

a specific story, artwork, or performance that embodies symbolic representation of deeper truths

иносказание

иносказание

Ex: The Pilgrim's Progress is a classic allegory depicting the soul's journey toward salvation. 
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prologue
prologue
[существительное]

the beginning section of a movie, book, play, etc. that introduces the work

пролог

пролог

Ex: The prologue of the novel set the scene for the epic adventure that followed. 
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epilogue
epilogue
[существительное]

a brief section added at the end of a literary work, providing closure, commentary, or resolution

эпилог

эпилог

Ex: The novel concluded with an epilogue explaining the characters' futures. 
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allusion
allusion
[существительное]

a statement that implies or indirectly mentions something or someone else, especially as a literary device

аллюзия

аллюзия

Ex: Her comment about "meeting her Waterloo" was an allusion to Napoleon's final defeat, implying she faced an insurmountable challenge. 
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fable
fable
[существительное]

a short story on morality with animal characters

басня

басня

Ex: The fable of "The Tortoise and the Hare" teaches us that slow and steady wins the race. 
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abridgment
abridgment
[существительное]

a concise version of a lengthy play, novel, etc.

сокращение

сокращение

Ex: The publisher released an abridgment of the classic novel, making it more accessible to modern readers with limited time. 
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