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English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

prohibit definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/prəˈhɪbɪt/
禁止 (jìnzhǐ)

to formally forbid something by law, rule, or authority

"Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the hospital."

"医院内严禁吸烟。" (Yīyuàn nèi yánjìn xīyān.)
noun B2
/ˌproʊɪˈbɪʃən/
禁止 (jinzhi)

The act of forbidding something by law or authority.

"The government announced the prohibition of smoking in public places."

"政府宣布在公共场所禁烟。" (Zhengfu xuānbù zài gōnggòng chǎngsuǒ jìnyān.)
projection definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/prəˈdʒɛkʃən/
预测 (yùcè)

An estimate or forecast of a future situation based on current trends.

"The sales projection shows a steady increase in revenue."

"销售预测显示收入稳步增长。" (Xiāoshòu yùcè xiǎnshì shōurù wěnbù zēngzhǎng.)
prolong definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/prəˈlɒŋ/
延长 (yáncháng)

to make something last longer; to extend in time

"The treatment helped to prolong the patient’s life."

"治疗帮助延长了病人的生命。" (zhìliáo bāngzhù yáncháng le bìngrén de shēngmìng.)
prolonged definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
prəˈlɒŋd
延长的 (yáncháng de)

Something that continues for longer than normal

"Prolonged sleep deprivation affects overall well-being."

"长时间的睡眠不足会影响整体健康。" (Cháng shíjiān de shuìmián bùzú huì yǐngxiǎng zhěngtǐ jiànkāng.)
prominent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈprɒmɪnənt/
显著的 (xiǎnzhù de)

Important, famous, or easily noticeable.

"He is a prominent leader in the community."

"他是社区中的一个杰出领导者。" (Tā shì shèqū zhōng de yīgè jiéchū lǐngdǎo zhě.)
promising definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈprɒmɪsɪŋ/
有前途的 (yǒu qiántú de)

showing signs of future success or potential

"She is a promising young scientist with great ideas."

"她是一个有前途的年轻科学家,拥有伟大的想法。" (Tā shì yīgè yǒu qiántú de niánqīng kēxuéjiā, yōngyǒu wěidà de xiǎngfǎ.)
noun B2
/prəˈmoʊ.tər/
推广员 (tuī guǎng yuán)

A person or organization that helps to organize or finance an event, business, or product launch.

"The promoter organized a concert for the new band."

"推广员为新乐队组织了一场音乐会。" (Tuī guǎng yuán wèi xīn yuè duì zǔ zhī le yī chǎng yīn yuè huì.)
promoting definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
prəˈmoʊtɪŋ
促进 (cujin)

To support or actively encourage a cause, venture, or aim; to help or encourage the progress or development of something.

"Promoting education can significantly improve children's lives."

"促进教育可以显著改善儿童的生活。" (Cujin jiaoyu keyi xianzhu gaishan ertong de shenghuo.)
prompt definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb, noun, adjective B2
/prɑːmpt/
促使 / 快速 (cùshǐ / kuàisù)

To cause someone to take action; done without delay.

"His speech prompted the audience to ask questions."

"他的演讲促使观众提问。" (Tā de yǎnjiǎng cùshǐ guānzhòng tíwèn.)
adjective B2
/proʊn/
倾向 (qingxiang)

likely to suffer from or experience something, especially something unfortunate

"He is prone to headaches when he works too long."

"他在工作过长时间后容易头痛。" (Ta zai gongzuo guochang shijian hou rongyi toutong.)
pronounced definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/prəˈnaʊnst/
明显的 (mingxian de)

very noticeable or strongly marked

"There is a pronounced difference between the two styles."

"这两种风格之间有明显的区别。" (Zhe liang zhong fengge zhijian you mingxian de qubie.)
noun B2
/prɒp/
道具 (dàojù)

an object used on stage by actors during a performance; something that supports or holds up

"The actor forgot his prop on stage."

"演员忘记了他的道具。" (Yǎnyuán wàngjìle tā de dàojù.)
Propaganda definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌprɒpəˈɡændə/
宣传 (xuān chuán)

Information, especially biased or misleading, used to promote a political cause or point of view.

"The regime spread propaganda to control public opinion."

"政权传播宣传以控制公众舆论。" (zhèngquán chuánbò xuānchuán yǐ kòngzhì gōngzhòng yúlùn.)
proportion definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/prəˈpɔːʃən/

a part, share, or number considered in comparative relation to a whole

"The proportion of students passing the exam was high."

proposed definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/prəˈpoʊzd/
提议的 (tíyì de)

suggested or put forward for consideration or discussion

"The proposed changes will improve the system."

"提议的变更将改善系统。" (Tíyì de biàngē jiāng gǎishàn xìtǒng.)
proposition definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃən/
提议, 计划 (tiyi, jihua)

A statement, idea, or plan put forward for consideration or discussion.

"The company made a business proposition to the investors."

"公司向投资者提出了商业提议。" (Gōngsī xiàng tóuzī zhě tíchūle shāngyè tíyì.)
prosecute definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ˈprɒsɪkjuːt/
起诉 (qisu)

to institute legal proceedings against someone

"The lawyer decided to prosecute the case after gathering sufficient evidence."

"律师在收集到足够证据后决定起诉此案。" (Lushi zai shouji dao zugei zhengju hou jueding qisu ci an.)
prosecution definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌprɒsɪˈkjuːʃən/
起诉 (qǐsù)

The act of bringing a criminal charge against someone and pursuing legal action in court.

"The prosecution presented strong evidence against the defendant."

"起诉方提出了有力的证据反对被告。" (Qǐsù fāng tíchūle yǒulì de zhèngjù fǎnduì bèigào.)
prosecutor definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈprɑsɪˌkjuːtər/
检察官 (jiancha guan)

a lawyer who represents the government in criminal cases

"The prosecutor argued that the defendant was guilty of the crime."

"检察官辩称被告犯有罪。" (Jiancha guan bian cheng beigao fan you zui.)
prospect definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈprɒspɛkt/
前景 (qianjing)

The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring.

"The prospect of traveling abroad excited her."

"出国旅行的前景让她感到兴奋。" (Chūguó lǚxíng de qiánjǐng ràng tā gǎndào xīngfèn.)
prospective definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/prəˈspɛktɪv/
前景的 (qianjing de)

likely or expected to happen in the future; potential

"The company is meeting with prospective clients next week."

"公司将于下周与潜在客户会面。" (Gongsi jiang yu xia zhou yu qianzai kehu huimian.)
prospects definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈprɒs.pekts/
前景 (qianjing)

The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring.

"The prospects for growth look promising."

"增长的前景看起来很有前途。" (Zengzhang de qianjing kan qilai hen you qiantu.)
prosper definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ˈprɒspər/
繁荣 (fánróng)

to succeed or flourish, especially in financial or business matters

"With hard work and determination, she managed to prosper in her career."

"凭借努力工作和决心,她在事业中取得了成功。" (Píngjiè nǔlì gōngzuò hé juéxīn, tā zài shìyè zhōng qǔdéle chénggōng.)
prosperity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/prɒˈspɛrɪti/
繁荣 (fanrong)

the state of being successful, especially financially

"Education is often seen as the key to prosperity."

"教育通常被认为是繁荣的关键。" (Jiaoyu tongchang bei renwei shi fanrong de guanjian.)
Prosperous definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈprɒspərəs/

successful in material terms; flourishing financially or in general well-being

"The town became prosperous after the new trade route opened."

protagonist definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/prəˈtæɡənɪst/
主角 (zhǔjiǎo)

the main character or leading figure in a story, drama, or other work

"The protagonist of the novel struggles with her inner conflicts."

"小说的主角正在与她的内心冲突斗争。" (xiǎoshuō de zhǔjiǎo zhèngzài yǔ tā de nèixīn chōngtú dòuzhēng.)
protective definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/prəˈtɛktɪv/
保护性的 (bǎohùxìng de)

giving or capable of giving protection; shielding from harm or danger

"She wore a protective helmet while riding her bike."

"她骑自行车时戴着保护性头盔。" (Tā qí zìxíngchē shí dàizhe bǎohùxìng tóukuī.)
noun B2
/prəˈtɛktər/
保护者 (bǎohù zhě)

a person or thing that protects someone or something

"The dog was seen as the family's protector."

"这只狗被视为家庭的保护者。" (Zhè zhī gǒu bèi shì wéi jiātíng de bǎohù zhě.)
protester definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/prəˈtɛstər/
抗议者 (kàngyì zhě)

a person who takes part in a protest or demonstration

"The protester spoke passionately about the cause."

"抗议者激情洋溢地谈论了这个原因。" (Kàngyì zhě jīqíng yángyì de tánlùnle zhège yuányīn.)
protocol definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈproʊtəkɔːl/
协议 (xieyi)

an official procedure or system of rules

"The security team followed strict protocol during the event."

"安全团队在活动期间遵循了严格的协议。" (Anquan tuandui zai huodong qijian zunxunle yange de xieyi.)
noun B2
/ˈproʊtəˌtaɪp/
原型 (yuánxíng)

The first model or version of something, used as a sample for testing or improvement.

"The company built a prototype of the new smartphone before mass production."

"公司在大规模生产之前构建了新智能手机的原型。" (Gōngsī zài dà guīmó shēngchǎn zhīqián gòujiànle xīn zhìnéng shǒujī de yuánxíng.)
provider definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/prəˈvaɪdər/
供应商 (gongying shang)

a person or thing that provides something.

"The service provider ensures that all customers receive timely support."

"服务供应商确保所有客户及时获得支持。" (Fúwù gōngyìng shāng quèbǎo suǒyǒu kèhù jíshí huò dé zhīchí.)
province definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈprɒvɪns/
(sheng)

a principal administrative division of certain countries or empires.

"The province is known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes."

"这个省因其丰富的文化遗产和壮丽的自然景观而闻名。" (Zhège shěng yīn qí fēngfù de wénhuà yíchǎn hé zhuànglì de zìrán jǐngguān ér wénmíng.)
Provision definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/prəˈvɪʒən/
规定 / 条款 (guīdìng / tiáokuǎn)

the act of providing or supplying something; a condition in a legal document

"The contract includes a provision for early termination."

"合同包括提前终止的条款。" (Hétóng bāokuò tíqián zhōngzhǐ de tiáokuǎn.)
adjective B2
/prəˈvɪʒənl/
临时的 (lin shi de)

arranged or existing for the present, possibly to be changed later

"The committee gave its provisional approval to the project."

"委员会对该项目给予了临时批准。" (wei yuan hui dui gai xiang mu ji yu le lin shi zhi pi.)
provisions definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
prəˈvɪʒ.ənz
条款 (tiaokuan)

A condition or requirement in a legal document; clauses or stipulations.

"Provisions must align with public aspirations."

"条款必须与公众的期望一致。" (Tiaokuan bixu yu gongzhong de qiwang yizhi.)
provoke definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/prəˈvoʊk/
挑衅 (tiaoxin)

To cause someone to become angry or to cause a reaction.

"His words provoked a heated argument."

"他的话引发了一场激烈的争论。" (Ta de hua yinfa le yi chang jilie de zhenglun.)
noun B2
/prɒkˈsɪmɪti/
接近 (jie jin)

Nearness in space, time, or relationship.

"The proximity of the school to her house made it convenient."

"学校离她家很近,这使得它很方便。" (Xuexiao li ta jia hen jin, zhe shideda hen fangbian.)
verb B2
/pruːn/
修剪 (xiūjiǎn)

to cut off unwanted parts of a plant or tree to help it grow better

"Gardeners prune the trees in spring to encourage growth."

"园丁在春天修剪树木以促进生长。" (Yuan ding zai chun tian xiu jian shu mu yi cu jin sheng zhang.)
psychiatric definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˌsaɪkiˈætrɪk/

relating to mental illness or its treatment

"The psychiatric hospital provides care for those with severe conditions."

noun B2
/saɪˈkaɪətrɪst/
精神科医生 (jīngshén kē yīshēng)

a medical doctor specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness

"The psychiatrist prescribed medication for the patient’s anxiety."

"精神科医生为患者的焦虑开了药。" (Jīngshén kē yīshēng wèi huànzhě de jiāolǜ kāile yào.)
noun B2
/saɪˈkaɪətri/
精神病学 (jīngshén bìngxué)

the branch of medicine focused on the study and treatment of mental illness

"She decided to study psychiatry to help people with mental health issues."

"她决定学习精神病学,帮助有心理健康问题的人。" (Tā juédìng xuéxí jīngshén bìngxué, bāngzhù yǒu xīnlǐ jiànkāng wèntí de rén.)
adjective, noun B2
/ˈsaɪkɪk/

relating to the mind or supernatural powers; a person claiming to have extrasensory abilities

"The psychic claimed she could predict the future."

psychological definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˌsaɪkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/
心理学的 (xīnlǐxué de)

relating to the mind or mental processes.

"She studied the psychological effects of trauma on children."

"她研究了创伤对儿童的心理影响。" (Tā yánjiūle chuāngshāng duì értóng de xīnlǐ yǐngxiǎng.)
psychologist definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/saɪˈkɒlədʒɪst/
心理学家 (xīnlǐ xué jiā)

a person who studies mental processes and behavior

"The psychologist helped him cope with his anxiety."

"心理学家帮助他应对焦虑。" (xīnlǐ xué jiā bāng zhù tā yìng duì jiāo lǜ.)
psychology definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/saɪˈkɒlədʒi/
心理学 (xinlixue)

the scientific study of the mind and behavior

"Psychology helps us understand how people think and act."

"心理学帮助我们理解人们如何思考和行动。" (Xinlixue bangzhu women lijie renmen ruhe sikao he xingdong.)
Publicity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/pʌˈblɪsəti/
宣传 (xuānchuán)

the activity of making something known to the public; public attention or exposure

"The film gained huge publicity after winning the award."

"这部电影在赢得奖项后获得了广泛的宣传。" (Zhè bù diànyǐng zài yíngdé jiǎngxiàng hòu huòdéle guǎngfàn de xuānchuán.)
Publicly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ˈpʌblɪkli/
公开地 (gongkai de)

in a way that is done or made known to the public

"The issue was discussed publicly during the meeting."

"这个问题在会议中公开讨论过。" (Zhege wenti zai huiyi zhong gongkai taolun guo.)
Pulse definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Pulse

noun/verb B2
/pʌls/

A rhythmic beat or vibration, especially the heartbeat; to throb or move with a rhythm.

"The doctor checked her pulse after the long run."