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adherence definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ədˈhɪərəns/
遵守 (zunshou)

the act of sticking to or faithfully following something

"Her strict adherence to the law impressed everyone."

"她对法律的严格遵守给大家留下了深刻的印象。" (Tā duì fǎlǜ de yángé zūnshǒu gěi dàjiā liúxiàle shēn kè de yìnxiàng.)
adherent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ədˈhɪərənt/
追随者 (zhuīsuí zhě)

a person who supports or follows a particular belief, cause, or leader

"He is a strong adherent of democratic values."

"他是民主价值观的坚定追随者。" (Tā shì mínzhǔ jiàzhíguān de jiāndìng zhuīsuí zhě.)
adhesion definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ədˈhiːʒən/
附着 (fùzhuó)

the process or state of sticking to something

"Strong adhesion is needed for the tiles to stay in place."

"瓷砖保持在原位需要强附着力。" (Cízhuān bǎochí zài yuán wèi xūyào qiáng fùzhuó lì.)
adjective C1
/ədˈhiːsɪv/
粘性 (niánxìng)

আঠালো; চটচটে;

"The adhesive tape stuck firmly to the wall."

"粘合带牢牢地粘在墙上。" (Nián hé dài láo láo de nián zài qiáng shàng.)
adjacency definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈdʒeɪsənsi/
邻近性 (línjìn xìng)

The state of being next to or adjoining something else.

"The adjacency of the two buildings made it easy to connect them."

"这两座建筑物的邻近性使得它们的连接变得容易。" (Zhè liǎng zuò jiànzhúwù de línjìn xìng shǐ dé tāmen de liánjiē biàn dé róngyì.)
adjoin definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈdʒɔɪn/
毗邻 (pílín)

To be next to and joined with something.

"Their house adjoins the park."

"他们的房子毗邻公园。" (Tāmen de fángzi pílín gōngyuán.)
adjourn definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈdʒɜrn/
推迟 (tuīchí)

to suspend a meeting or session to another time or place

"The judge decided to adjourn the hearing until next week."

"法官决定将听证会推迟到下周。" (Fǎguān juédìng jiāng tīngzhènghuì tuīchí dào xià zhōu.)
adjudicate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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adjudicate (裁定)

verb C1
/əˈdʒuːdɪˌkeɪt/
裁定 (cáidìng)

to make a formal judgment or decision about a problem or dispute

"The committee was formed to adjudicate disputes between the parties."

"委员会的成立是为了裁定各方之间的争议。" (Wěiyuánhuì de chénglì shì wèile cáidìng gè fāng zhījiān de zhēngyì.)
adjunct definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈædʒʌŋkt/
附加物 (fùjiā wù)

a thing added to something else as a supplementary part

"The professor worked as an adjunct at the university."

"教授在大学担任附加职位工作。" (Jiàoshòu zài dàxué dānrèn fùjiā zhíwèi gōngzuò.)
administrate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ədˈmɪnɪstreɪt/
管理 (guanli)

to manage or supervise the execution of duties, laws, or resources; to formally give or apply something such as a test or medicine

"The committee will administrate the new policy across all departments."

"委员会将在所有部门管理这项新政策。" (weiyuanhui jiang zai suoyou bumen guanli zhe xiang xin zhengce)
admissible definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ədˈmɪsəbl/

acceptable or valid, especially as evidence in a court of law

"The judge ruled that the document was admissible as evidence."

admittance definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ədˈmɪtəns/
进入 (jinru)

the process or fact of entering or being allowed to enter a place

"No admittance without a valid ticket."

"没有有效票据不能进入。" (Méiyǒu yǒuxiào piàojù bùnéng jìnrù.)
admonish definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ədˈmɒnɪʃ/
警告 (jinggao)

to warn or reprimand someone firmly; to advise or urge earnestly

"The teacher admonished the students for being late."

"老师因为学生迟到而警告他们。" (Lao shi yinwei xuesheng chidao er jinggao tamen.)
admonition definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌædməˈnɪʃən/
警告 (jǐnggào)

a firm warning or reprimand; gentle or earnest advice

"He received an admonition for his careless work."

"他因不小心的工作收到了警告。" (Tā yīn bù xiǎoxīn de gōngzuò shōudào le jǐnggào.)
ado definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈduː/
喧闹 / 不必要的活动 (xuannao / buyiyao de huodong)

a fuss or unnecessary activity; trouble or difficulty

"Without further ado, let’s begin the ceremony."

"不再多言,我们开始仪式。" (Bù zài duō yán, wǒmen kāishǐ yíshì.)
adoptive definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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adoptive (阿多普提夫)

adjective C1
/əˈdɒptɪv/
收养的 (shouyang de)

relating to the adoption of a child or the act of taking something as one’s own

"She grew up in a loving adoptive family."

"她在一个充满爱的收养家庭中长大。" (ta zai yi ge chongman ai de shouyang jiating zhong zhangda)
adoration definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌædəˈreɪʃən/
崇拜 / 深厚的爱 (chongbai / shenhou de ai)

deep love and respect; worship

"The fans showed their adoration for the singer."

"粉丝们展示了他们对歌手的崇拜。" (Fensi men zhanshi le tamen dui geshou de chongbai.)
adorn definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈdɔːrn/
装饰 (zhuangshi)

to decorate or add beauty to something

"The hall was adorned with flowers for the wedding."

"婚礼上大厅用花卉装饰。" (Hunli shang dating yong huahui zhuangshi.)
advent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈæd.vənt/
到来 (daolai)

The arrival of a notable person, thing, or event.

"The advent of the internet changed the way people communicate."

"互联网的到来改变了人们交流的方式。" (Hulianwang de daolai gaibian le renmen jiaoliu de fangshi.)
adversarial definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌæd.vɚˈser.i.əl/
对抗性 (duìkàngxìng)

Involving or characterized by conflict or opposition; antagonistic.

"The two companies have an adversarial relationship in the market."

"这两家公司在市场上有对抗性的关系。" (Zhè liǎng jiā gōngsī zài shìchǎng shàng yǒu duìkàngxìng de guānxì.)
adversary definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈæd.və.ser.i/
对手 (duìshǒu)

One's opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute.

"The boxer faced a strong adversary in the ring."

"拳击手在擂台上面对一个强大的对手。" (Quánjī shǒu zài léitái shàng miànduì yīgè qiángdà de duìshǒu.)
aerodynamics definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˌeə.rəʊ.daɪˈnæm.ɪks
空气动力学 (aerodynamics)

The study of the properties of moving air and the interaction between the air and solid bodies moving through it.

"The aerodynamics of an aircraft determines its speed and efficiency."

"一架飞机的空气动力学决定了它的速度和效率。" (yi jia fei ji de kong qi dong li xue jue ding le ta de su du he xiao lv)
aesthetical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/iːsˈθɛθɪkəl/
美学的 (meixuede)

concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty; related to artistic taste or appearance

"The architect focused on the aesthetical balance of the building."

"建筑师注重建筑的美学平衡。" (Jianzhushi zhuzhong jianzhu de meixue pingheng)
aesthetically definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb C1
/iːsˈθetɪkli/
从审美角度 (cong shenmei jiaodu)

in a way that is concerned with beauty or visual appeal

"The building is aesthetically pleasing despite its simple design."

"尽管设计简单,这座建筑在审美上很吸引人。" (jinguan sheji jiandan zhezuo jianzhu zai shenmei shang hen xiyin ren)
aesthetics definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
esˈθet.ɪks
美学 (meixue)

A set of principles concerned with the nature and appreciation of beauty, especially in art and design.

"Interior design focuses on aesthetics and functionality."

"室内设计专注于美学和功能性。" (Shìnèi shèjì zhuānzhù yú měixué hé gōngnéngxìng.)
affidavit definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌæfəˈdeɪvɪt/
宣誓书 (xuānshìshū)

a written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation, used as evidence in court

"The witness submitted an affidavit to the court."

"证人向法院提交了一份宣誓书。" (Zhengren xiang fayuan tijiang le yifen xuanshishu.)
affiliate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈfɪliˌeɪt/
附属 (fùshǔ)

to officially attach or connect (a group or organization) to a larger body

"The school is affiliated with the local university."

"学校与当地大学有合作关系。" (Xuéxiào yǔ dāngdì dàxué yǒu hézuò guānxì.)
affiliation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˌfɪliˈeɪʃən/
隶属 (lishu)

the state of being officially attached to an organization

"His political affiliation is with the reformist party."

"他的政治隶属与改革派党派有关。" (Tā de zhèngzhì lìshǔ yǔ gǎigé pài dǎngpài yǒu guānxì.)
affinity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈfɪnɪti/
亲和力 (qīnhélì)

a natural liking, attraction, or connection between people, things, or ideas

"She felt a strong affinity for classical music."

"她对古典音乐有着强烈的亲和力。" (Tā duì gǔdiǎn yīnyuè yǒuzhe qiángliè de qīnhélì.)
affirmation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌæfərˈmeɪʃən/

the act of confirming or stating something positively; a declaration of support or belief

"Daily affirmation helps to build confidence and positivity."

affirmative definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/əˈfɜːrmətɪv/
肯定的 (kěndìng de)

expressing agreement, approval, or a positive response

"She gave an affirmative answer to the proposal."

"她对提案做出了肯定的回答。" (Tā duì tí'àn zuòchūle kěndìng de huídá.)
affix definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈfɪks/
附加 / 粘贴 (fùjiā / zhāntiē)

to attach or stick something firmly to another thing

"Please affix the stamp to the envelope."

"请将邮票粘在信封上。" (Qǐng jiāng yóupiào zhāntiē zài xìnfēng shàng.)
afflict definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈflɪkt/
使痛苦 (shi tongku)

to cause pain, suffering, or distress to someone or something

"Many people are afflicted by seasonal allergies."

"许多人受到季节性过敏的困扰。" (Xǔduō rén shòudào jìjiéxìng guòmǐn de kùnrǎo.)
affliction definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈflɪkʃən/
痛苦 (tòngkǔ)

a state of pain, suffering, or distress

"Poverty is a common affliction in many parts of the world."

"贫困是世界许多地方的常见痛苦。" (Pínkùn shì shìjiè xǔduō dìfāng de chángjiàn tòngkǔ.)
affluence definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈæfluəns/
富裕 (fùyù)

the state of having a great deal of money or wealth

"His lifestyle shows signs of great affluence."

"他的生活方式显示出极大的富裕。" (Tā de shēnghuó fāngshì xiǎnshì chū jí dà de fùyù.)
afforestation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˌæfɔːˈreɪʃən
造林 (zaolin)

The process of establishing a forest, especially on land that was not recently forested.

"Afforestation is essential to combat climate change."

"造林对应对气候变化至关重要。" (Zaolin dui yingdui qihou bianhua zhi guan zhongyao.)
afresh definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb C1
/əˈfrɛʃ/
重新 (chongxin)

From the beginning, in a new way.

"After the failure, they started the project afresh."

"在失败后,他们重新开始了这个项目。" (Zai shibai hou, tamen chongxin kaishi le zhege xiangmu.)
afterthought definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈæftərˌθɔːt/

Something added or considered later than originally planned.

"The gift seemed like an afterthought rather than a genuine gesture."

aggravation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌæɡ.rəˈveɪ.ʃən/
恶化, 加剧 (jiā zhòng)

The act of making a situation worse or the state of being worsened.

"The delay caused great aggravation for the passengers."

"延误给乘客带来了极大的困扰。" (Yánwù gěi chéngkè dàilái le jí dà de kùnrǎo.)
aggregate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, verb, adjective C1
/ˈæɡ.rɪ.ɡət/ (noun/adjective), /ˈæɡ.rɪ.ɡeɪt/ (verb)
聚合, 总体 (jùhé, zǒngtǐ)

A whole formed by combining several elements; to combine into a total.

"The data was aggregated to provide a clearer picture of the market."

"数据已被聚合,以提供市场的更清晰图像。" (Shùjù yǐ bèi jùhé, yǐ tígōng shìchǎng de gèng qīngxī túxiàng.)
aghast definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/əˈɡæst/
震惊 (zhenjing)

filled with shock or horror

"The audience was aghast at the tragic scene."

"观众对悲惨的场面感到震惊。" (Guānzhòng duì bēicǎn de chǎngmiàn gǎndào zhènjīng.)
agile definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈædʒ.aɪl/
快速且灵活 (kuai su qie ling huo)

able to move quickly and easily; quick and adaptable in thinking or action

"The startup team was agile in responding to market changes."

"初创团队在应对市场变化时非常灵活。" (Chu chuang tuan dui zai ying dui shi chang bian hua shi fei chang ling huo.)
agility definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈdʒɪl.ə.ti/
灵活性 (línghuóxìng)

the ability to move or think quickly and easily

"Her agility on the field impressed the coach."

"她在场上的灵活性给教练留下了深刻的印象。" (Tā zài chǎng shàng de línghuóxìng gěi jiàoliàn liú xià le shēnkè de yìnxiàng.)
agitate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈædʒ.ɪ.teɪt/
激进, 振奋 (jī jìn, zhèn fèn)

to stir up feelings or disturb; to campaign for change

"The protesters agitated for better working conditions."

"抗议者为更好的工作条件而激进。" (Kàng yì zhě wèi gèng hǎo de gōng zuò tiáo jiàn ér jī jìn.)
adjective C1
/ˈædʒɪteɪtɪd/
激动的; 焦虑的; 不安的; 以负面方式兴奋 (jīdòng de; jiāolǜ de; bù'ān de; yǐ fùmiàn fāngshì xīngfèn)

disturbed; anxious; restless; excited in a negative way

"He became agitated when he heard the bad news."

"当他听到坏消息时,他变得激动。" (Dāng tā tīngdào huài xiāoxi shí, tā biàn dé jīdòng.)
agitation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌædʒ.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/
激动 (jīdòng)

a state of nervousness, excitement, or unrest; or action of stirring up public concern

"There was visible agitation among the crowd."

"人群中有明显的激动。" (Rénqún zhōng yǒu míngxiǎn de jīdòng.)
agnostic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/æɡˈnɒs.tɪk/
不可知论者 (bù kě zhī lùn zhě)

a person who believes that nothing is known or can be known about the existence of God; uncertain in belief

"He described himself as an agnostic rather than an atheist."

"他描述自己是一个不可知论者,而不是一个无神论者。" (Tā miáoshù zìjǐ shì yīgè bù kě zhī lùn zhě, ér bù shì yīgè wúshén lùn zhě.)
agonize definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈæɡənaɪz/
煎熬 (jiānáo)

To suffer extreme physical or mental pain; to spend time worrying.

"She agonized for days over whether she had made the right decision."

"她为是否做出了正确的决定而痛苦了好几天。" (Tā wèi shìfǒu zuòchūle zhèngquè de juédìng ér tòngkǔle hǎo jǐ tiān.)
agrarian definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/əˈɡrɛəriən/
农业的 (nongyede)

Related to farming, agriculture, or rural land.

"The country’s economy is still largely agrarian."

"这个国家的经济仍然主要是农业的。" (Zhege guojia de jingji rengran zhuyao shi nongyede.)
agrarian societies definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
əˈɡrɛriən səˈsaɪətiz
农业社会 (nongye shehui)

Societies based on agriculture and farming as the primary economic activity.

"Agrarian societies emerged from a need for stable food sources."

"农业社会从对稳定食品来源的需求中产生。" (Nongye shehui cong dui wending shipin laiyuan de xuqiu zhong chansheng.)