Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun C2
/hʌsk/
外壳 (waike)

the dry outer covering of some fruits or seeds

"The corn husk was peeled away before cooking."

"玉米的外壳在烹饪前被剥离。" (Yumǐ de wàiké zài pēngrèn qián bèi bōlí.)
🐺

husky

adjective C2
/ˈhʌski/

deep, rough, and slightly hoarse voice; also refers to a strong and sturdy build

"He spoke in a husky voice after shouting all day."

noun C2
/hʊˈzɑːr/
轻骑兵 (qīng qíbīng)

a member of a light cavalry regiment in European armies, especially the Hungarian cavalry

"The hussar rode swiftly across the battlefield."

"哈萨尔迅速穿越战场。" (Hāsàěr xùnsù chuānyuè zhànchǎng.)
noun C2
/ˈhʌstɪŋz/
竞选活动 (jingxuan huodong)

the political campaigning and speeches before an election

"The candidate gained popularity during the hustings."

"候选人在竞选活动期间赢得了人气。" (Houxuanzhe zai jingxuan huodong qijian yingde le renqi.)
noun C2
/ˈhaɪdrə/
九头蛇 (jiu tóu shé)

a many-headed serpent in Greek mythology; a problem that seems to grow worse when attempts are made to solve it

"Corruption is like a hydra, hard to defeat completely."

"腐败就像九头蛇,完全根除它非常困难。" (Fǔbài jiù xiàng jiǔ tóu shé, wánquán gēnchú tā fēicháng kùnnán.)
noun C2
/ˌhaɪdroʊdaɪˈnæmɪks/

The branch of science concerned with the motion of fluids, especially liquids, and the forces acting on solid bodies immersed in fluids.

"Hydrodynamics is essential in designing efficient ship hulls."

hydrolysis definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/haɪˈdrɒl.ɪ.sɪs/
水解 (shuǐjiě)

A chemical process that breaks down compounds by adding water, splitting complex molecules into simpler forms.

"Hydrolysis breaks down complex molecules into simpler forms."

"水解将复杂的分子分解成更简单的形式。" (Shuǐjiě jiāng fùzá de fēnzǐ fēnjiě chéng gèng jiǎndān de xíngshì.)
noun C2
/ˌhaɪdroʊməˈkænɪks/
水力学 (shuilixue)

The study of the mechanical properties and behavior of fluids in motion and at rest.

"Hydromechanics provides the foundation for naval architecture."

"水力学为船舶设计提供了基础。" (Shuilixue wei chuánbó shèjì tígōngle jīchǔ.)
noun C2
/haɪˈdrɒmɪtər/

An instrument used to measure the density or specific gravity of liquids.

"The brewer used a hydrometer to test the sugar content of the solution."

noun C2
/ˌhaɪdroʊˈfoʊbiə/
恐水症 (kǒng shuǐ zhèng)

Extreme or irrational fear of water; historically, another name for rabies.

"After being bitten by a stray dog, the man was treated for hydrophobia."

"在被流浪狗咬伤后,该男子接受了对水恐症的治疗。" (Zài bèi liú làng gǒu yǎo shāng hòu, gāi nán zǐ jiē shòu le duì shuǐ kǒng zhèng de zhì liáo.)
noun C2
/ˌhaɪdrəˈstætɪks/
水静力学 (shuǐ jìnglìxué)

The branch of science concerned with the mechanical properties of fluids at rest.

"Hydrostatics is essential in understanding how dams and reservoirs function."

"水静力学对于理解大坝和水库的工作原理至关重要。" (Shuǐ jìnglìxué duìyú lǐjiě dàbà hé shuǐkù de gōngzuò yuánlǐ zhìguān zhòngyào.)
adjective C2
/ˈhaɪdrəs/
含水 (hán shuǐ)

Containing water, especially water of crystallization.

"The mineral is hydrous because it contains water molecules in its structure."

"这种矿物是含水的,因为它的结构中包含水分子。" (Zhè zhǒng kuàngwù shì hán shuǐ de, yīnwèi tā de jiégòu zhōng bāohán shuǐ fēnzǐ.)
adjective C2
/ˌhaɪpərˈbɔːriən/
极北的 (jí běi de)

Relating to the extreme north; very cold or frigid.

"The explorers prepared for the hyperborean climate of the Arctic."

"探险者为北极的极北气候做准备。" (Tànxiǎn zhě wèi běijí de jí běi qìhòu zuò zhǔnbèi.)
hyperconnectivity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
ˌhaɪ.pər.kəˈnɛk.tɪ.vɪ.ti
超连接 (chāo liánjiē)

The use of multiple systems and devices to remain constantly connected.

"The era of hyperconnectivity has led to a digital revolution."

"超连接的时代催生了数字革命。" (Chāo liánjiē de shídài cuīshēngle shùzì gémìng.)
adjective C2
/ˌhaɪpərˈkrɪtɪkl/
过度批评的 (guò dù pī píng de)

Excessively or unreasonably critical.

"The teacher was often hypercritical of small mistakes."

"老师经常对小错误过度批评。" (Lǎoshī jīngcháng duì xiǎo cuòwù guòdù pīpíng.)
noun C2
/ˌhaɪpəˈkɒndrɪæk/
忧郁症患者 (yōu yù zhèng huàn zhě)

a person who is excessively worried about having a serious illness

"She is a hypochondriac who visits the doctor every week."

"她是一个每周去看医生的忧郁症患者。" (Tā shì yī gè měi zhōu qù kàn yī shēng de yōu yù zhèng huàn zhě.)
adjective C2
/ˌhaɪpəˈdɜːrmɪk/

relating to the region immediately beneath the skin; also refers to a type of needle or syringe used to inject drugs beneath the skin.

"The doctor used a hypodermic needle to administer the vaccine."

verb C2
/haɪˈpɒθɪkeɪt/

to pledge something, such as property, as security for a debt without giving up possession of it.

"The company hypothecated its assets to secure the loan."

adjective C2
/ˈɪkθiɪk/
鱼类的 (yú lèi de)

Relating to or resembling fish.

"The artist's painting had an ichthyic quality."

"艺术家的画作具有鱼类的特质。" (Yìshùjiā de huàzuò jùyǒu yúlèi de tèzhì.)
noun C2
/ˌɪkθiˈɒlədʒɪst/
鱼类学家 (yuleixuejia)

A scientist who studies fish.

"The ichthyologist discovered a new species of fish in the river."

"鱼类学家在河里发现了一种新的鱼类。" (Yuleixuejia zai heli faxianle yizhong xinde yulei.)
noun C2
/ˌɪkθiˈɒlədʒi/
鱼类学 (yú lèi xué)

The branch of zoology that deals with fish.

"He pursued a degree in ichthyology at the university."

"他在大学获得了鱼类学学位。" (Tā zài dàxué huòdéle yúlèi xué xuéwèi.)
noun C2
/ˈɪkθiəˌsɔːrz/
鱼龙(已灭绝的海洋爬行动物) (yulong)

Extinct marine reptiles that resembled fish and dolphins, dominant during the Mesozoic era.

"Ichthyosaurs were swift predators of the ancient seas."

"鱼龙是古代海洋的迅猛掠食者。" (Yulong shi gudai haiyang de xunmeng lueshizhe.)
adverb C2
/ˈaɪsɪli/
冷漠地 (lěngmò de)

In a very cold, unfriendly, or hostile manner.

"She replied icily to his question."

"她冷漠地回答了他的问题。" (Tā lěngmò de huídále tā de wèntí.)
noun C2
/ˈaɪsinəs/
冰冷 (bīng lěng)

The state of being cold in manner or temperature.

"There was a distinct iciness in his voice."

"他的声音中有一种明显的冰冷感。" (Tā de shēngyīn zhōng yǒu yī zhǒng míngxiǎn de bīng lěng gǎn.)
noun C2
/aɪˈkɒnəklæst/
破坏偶像者 (pòhuài ǒuxiàng zhě)

A person who attacks or criticizes cherished beliefs, traditions, or institutions.

"He was known as an iconoclast who challenged old traditions."

"他被认为是一个破坏偶像者,挑战旧传统。" (Tā bèi rènwéi shì yīgè pòhuài ǒuxiàng zhě, tiǎozhàn jiù chuántǒng.)
iconoclastic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˌaɪ.kə.nəˈklæs.tɪk/
特指攻击或拒绝已建立的信仰、传统或价值观 (tè zhǐ gōng jī huò jù jué yǐ jiàn lì de xìn yǎng, chuán tǒng huò jià zhí guān)

Characterized by attacking or rejecting cherished beliefs, traditions, or established values.

"Her iconoclastic views challenged the conventional wisdom of the industry."

"她的偶像破坏主义观点挑战了行业的传统智慧。" (tā de ǒu xiàng pò huài zhǔ yì guān diǎn tiǎo zhàn le háng yè de chuán tǒng zhì huì.)
ideation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˌaɪdiˈeɪʃən/
创意生成 (chuangyi shengcheng)

The process of forming ideas or concepts.

"The workshop focused on ideation and brainstorming."

"研讨会集中于创意生成和头脑风暴。" (Yantao hui jizhong yu chuangyi shengcheng he tounaofengbao.)
Idiocy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈɪd.i.ə.si/
愚蠢 (yúchǔn)

extremely stupid behavior or actions; foolishness

"The decision to ignore safety protocols was pure idiocy that endangered everyone."

"忽视安全协议的决定是纯粹的愚蠢,危及了每个人。" (Hūshì ānquán xiéyì de juédìng shì chúncuì de yúchǔn, wéijíle měi gèrén.)
noun C2
/ˌɪdiəˈsɪŋkrəsi/
特徵 (te zheng)

A distinctive or peculiar characteristic, habit, or mannerism unique to an individual.

"One of her idiosyncrasies was humming while working."

"她的一个偶发性特征是工作时哼歌。" (Ta de yi ge ou fa xing te zheng shi gong zuo shi heng ge.)
noun C2
/ˈaɪdlər/
懒汉 (lǎn hàn)

A person who avoids work or spends time lazily.

"He was known as an idler who wasted his days."

"他被称为一个懒汉,浪费了他的日子。" (Tā bèi chēng wèi yīgè lǎn hàn, làngfèi le tā de rìzi.)
adjective C2
/ˌaɪdəˈlɑːtrɪəs/
偶像崇拜的 (ǒu xiàng chóng bài de)

Excessively devoted or reverent towards idols or false gods.

"The ancient tribe was known for its idolatrious practices."

"这个古老的部落因其偶像崇拜的习惯而闻名。" (Zhège gǔlǎo de bùluò yīn qí ǒu xiàng chóng bài de xíguàn ér wénmíng.)
verb C2
/aɪˈdɒləˌtraɪz/
偶像崇拜 (ǒuxiàng chóngbài)

To worship idols; to regard with excessive devotion or admiration.

"They began to idolatrize the statue as a deity."

"他们开始把这尊雕像当作神明崇拜。" (Tāmen kāishǐ bǎ zhè zhūn diāoxiàng dàngzuò shénmíng chóngbài.)
adjective C2
/aɪˈdɒlətrəs/
偶像崇拜者 (ouxiang chongbai zhe)

Excessively admiring or worshipping someone or something as an idol.

"The king was criticized for his idolatrous devotion to wealth."

"国王因其对财富的偶像崇拜而受到批评。" (Guowang yin qi dui cai fu de ouxiang chongbai er shoudao piping.)
idolatry definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/aɪˈdɒlətri/
偶像崇拜 (ouxiang chongbai)

The worship of idols or extreme admiration for someone or something.

"The priest condemned the idolatry practiced in the village."

"牧师谴责了在村里实践的偶像崇拜。" (Mushi qianze le zai cun li shijian de ouxiang chongbai.)
noun C2
/ˈaɪdɪl/
田园诗般的场景 (tianyuanshi ban de changjing)

An extremely happy, peaceful, or picturesque episode or scene, often idealized.

"Their honeymoon was an idyll on a tropical island."

"他们的蜜月是在一个热带岛屿上的田园诗般的场景。" (Tamen de miyue shi zai yige re dai daoyu shang de tianyuanshi ban de changjing.)
adjective C2
/ɪɡˈnoʊ.bəl/
卑鄙的 (bēibǐ de)

Dishonorable, shameful, or lacking nobility.

"His ignoble actions ruined his reputation."

"他的卑鄙行为毁掉了他的声誉。" (Tā de bēibǐ xíngwéi huǐ diào le tā de shēngyù.)
adjective C2
/ˌɪɡ.nəˈmɪn.i.əs/
可耻的 (kechi de)

Marked by shame, disgrace, or humiliation.

"The team suffered an ignominious defeat in the finals."

"队伍在决赛中遭遇了可耻的失败。" (Duiwu zai jue sai zhong zao yu le kechi de shibai.)
noun C2
/ˈɪɡ.nəˌmɪn.i/
耻辱 (chiru)

Public shame, disgrace, or dishonor.

"He lived the rest of his life in ignominy after the scandal."

"他在丑闻后余生都活在耻辱中。" (Tā zài chǒuwén hòu yúshēng dōu huó zài chīrǔ zhōng.)
noun C2
/ˈaɪ.kɒn/
宗教图像或符号 (zongjiao tushang huo fuhuo)

A religious image or symbol, especially in the Eastern Orthodox Church.

"The church displayed a beautifully painted ikon of the Virgin Mary."

"教堂展示了美丽的圣母玛利亚圣像。" (Jiàotáng zhǎnshìle měilì de shèngmǔ mǎlìyà shèngxiàng.)
noun C2
/ˈɪl.i.æd/
伊利亚特 (Iliate)

An ancient Greek epic poem attributed to Homer, describing the events of the Trojan War.

"Students studied the Iliad to understand Greek mythology and heroism."

"学生们学习了《伊利亚特》,以理解希腊神话和英雄主义。" (Xueshengmen xuexi le 'Iliate', yi lijie Xila shenhua he yingxiong zhuyi.)
adjective C2
/ˈɪl bred/
无教养的 (illbred)

lacking good manners; rude; showing poor upbringing

"His ill-bred behavior shocked everyone at the dinner party."

"他的无教养行为让晚宴上的每个人都震惊。" (ta de wujiaoyang xingwei rang wan yan shang de mei ge ren dou zhenjing)
adjective C2
/ˌɪlˈneɪ.tʃəd/
性格恶劣 (xingge e lie)

Having a bad or unpleasant character; unkind or malicious.

"He made an ill-natured remark about his colleague."

"他对他的同事做出了恶意的评论。" (Ta dui tade tongshi zuo chule eyi de pinglun.)
Illegibility definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ɪˌledʒ.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/
难以辨认 (nanyi bianren)

the quality of being impossible or difficult to read; unclear writing or print

"The doctor's handwriting was famous for its illegibility among the pharmacy staff."

"医生的字迹因其难以辨认而在药房工作人员中广为人知。" (Yisheng de ziji yin qi nanyi bianren er zai yaofang gongzuoren yuan zhong guangwei renzhi.)
illiberal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ɪˈlɪbərəl/
非自由主义的 (fei zi you zhu yi de)

Opposed to liberal principles; restricting freedom of thought or behavior.

"The government was criticized for its illiberal policies."

"政府因其非自由主义的政策而受到批评。" (Zhengfu yin qi fei ziyou zhuyi de zhengce er shoudao piping.)
noun C2
/ˌɪlɪbəˈræləti/
不宽容 (bù kuānróng)

The quality of being illiberal; lack of tolerance or generosity.

"The illiberality of the new laws alarmed the citizens."

"新法律的不宽容让市民感到警觉。" (Xīn fǎlǜ de bù kuānróng ràng shìmín gǎndào jǐngjué.)
adjective C2
/ɪˈlɪmɪtəbl/
无限 (wuxian)

Without limits or bounds.

"The universe is often described as illimitable."

"宇宙常被描述为无限的。" (Yuzhou chang bei miaoshu wei wuxian de.)
noun C2
/ɪˈluːmɪnənt/
光源 (guāngyuán)

A substance or device that produces light.

"The lamp acted as an illuminant in the dark cave."

"这盏灯在黑暗的洞穴中充当了光源。" (Zhè zhǎn dēng zài hēi'àn de dòngxué zhōng chōngdāngle guāngyuán.)
noun C2
/ɪˌluːmɪˈnɑːti/
光明会 (guangming hui)

a group of people claiming to have special enlightenment or secret knowledge, often linked to conspiracies

"Many conspiracy theories involve the Illuminati as a secret world-controlling group."

"许多阴谋论涉及光明会,认为它是一个秘密的、控制世界的组织。" (Xǔ duō yīn móu lùn shè jí guāng míng huì, rèn wéi tā shì yí gè mìmì de, kòng zhì shì jiè de zǔ zhī.)
verb C2
/ɪˈluːmɪn/
照亮 (zhaoliang)

to light up or make clear

"The rising sun illumined the mountain peaks."

"初升的太阳照亮了山峰。" (Chusheng de taiyang zhaoliang le shanfeng.)
noun C2
/ˌɪmbəˈsɪləti/
愚蠢 (yúchǔn)

Extreme foolishness, stupidity, or weakness of mind.

"The plan was abandoned due to its sheer imbecility."

"由于其极端的愚蠢,计划被放弃。" (Yóuyú qí jíduān de yúchǔn, jìhuà bèi fàngqì.)