Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

Emancipation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ɪˌmæn.sɪˈpeɪ.ʃən/
解放 (jiefang)

the fact or process of being set free from legal, social, or political restrictions

"The emancipation of slaves was a significant moment in American history."

"奴隶的解放是美国历史上的一个重要时刻。" (Nuli de jiefang shi Meiguo lishi shang de yige zhongyao shike.)
embargo definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ɛmˈbɑːrɡoʊ/
禁运 (jìnyùn)

An official ban on trade or other commercial activity with a particular country.

"The government imposed an embargo on weapons exports."

"政府对武器出口实施了禁运。" (zhèngfǔ duì wǔqì chūkǒu shíshīle jìnyùn.)
embellish definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ɪmˈbɛlɪʃ/
装饰 (zhuangshi)

to make something more attractive by adding decorative details or features

"She embellished her story with unnecessary details."

"她用不必要的细节装饰了她的故事。" (Ta yong bu bianyao de xijie zhuangshi le ta de gushi.)
verb C1
/ɛmˈbɛzəl/

to steal or misuse money or property entrusted to one's care

"The accountant was arrested for embezzling company funds."

embezzlement definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ɪmˈbɛzlmənt/
挪用公款 (nuó yòng gōng kuǎn)

The act of dishonestly taking money or property entrusted to one's care.

"The accountant was arrested for embezzlement of company funds."

"会计因挪用公司资金而被逮捕。" (Kuàijì yīn nuó yòng gōng sī zī jīn ér bèi dǎi bǔ.)
emblem definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈɛmbləm/
象征 (xiangzheng)

A symbolic object, design, or figure representing an idea, group, or identity.

"The dove is an emblem of peace."

"鸽子是和平的象征。" (Gēzi shì hépíng de xiàngzhēng.)
embolden definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ɪmˈboʊldən/
鼓励 (gǔlì)

to give someone the courage or confidence to do something

"Her success emboldened her to take more risks."

"她的成功让她有勇气承担更多风险。" (Tā de chénggōng ràng tā yǒu yǒngqì chéngdān gèng duō fēngxiǎn.)
embroider definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ɪmˈbrɔɪdər/
刺绣 (cìxiù)

to decorate fabric with patterns using a needle and thread

"She embroidered flowers on the pillowcase."

"她在枕套上刺绣了花朵。" (Tā zài zhěntào shàng cìxiù le huāduǒ.)
embroil definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ɪmˈbrɔɪl/
卷入 (juǎn rù)

to involve someone deeply in a conflict, argument, or difficult situation

"The politician was embroiled in a major corruption scandal."

"政治家卷入了一起重大腐败丑闻。" (Zhèng zhì jiā juǎn rù le yī qǐ zhòng dà fǔ bài chǒu wén.)
adjective C1
/ɪmˈbrɔɪld/
卷入 (juan ru)

being deeply involved in a difficult situation, conflict, or scandal

"She found herself embroiled in a heated family dispute."

"她发现自己卷入了一场激烈的家庭争执。" (Ta faxian ziji juanru le yi chang jilie de jiating zhengzhi.)
adjective C1
/ˌɛm.briˈɒn.ɪk/
胚胎的 (pēitāi de)

in an early or undeveloped stage; relating to an embryo

"The project is still in its embryonic stage."

"这个项目仍处于胚胎阶段。" (Zhège xiàngmù réng chù yú pēitāi jiēduàn.)
emergent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ɪˈmɜːrdʒənt/
新兴 (xinxing)

just coming into existence or becoming prominent

"The emergent startup quickly attracted investors."

"新兴的创业公司迅速吸引了投资者。" (Xinxing de chuangye gongsi xunsu xīyǐnle tóuzī zhě.)
Eminence definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈɛmɪnəns/
声望 (shengwang)

Fame or recognized superiority, especially within a particular sphere.

"She rose to eminence as a leading scientist."

"她作为一位领先的科学家达到了声望。" (Ta zuo wei yi wei lingxian de kexuejia daole shengwang.)
eminent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈɛmɪnənt/

Famous and respected within a particular sphere or profession.

"He is an eminent professor of physics."

emotionality definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ɪˌməʊ.ʃəˈnæl.ɪ.ti
情感性 (qínggǎn xìng)

The quality of being driven by emotions rather than reason; emotional responsiveness.

"His emotionality often influenced his decisions."

"他的情感性常常影响他的决策。" (Tā de qínggǎn xìng chángcháng yǐngxiǎng tā de juécè.)
Emphatic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ɛmˈfætɪk/
强调的 (qiángdiào de)

expressed with emphasis; strongly expressive

"He gave an emphatic denial of the rumors."

"他对谣言做出了强调的否认。" (Tā duì yáolián zuòchūle qiángdiào de fǒurèn.)
empirical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ɛmˈpɪrɪkəl/
经验的 (jingyan de)

based on observation or experience rather than theory

"The theory needs to be supported by empirical data."

"理论需要通过经验数据来支持。" (Lilun xuyao tongguo jingyan shuju lai zhichi.)
emulate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈɛm.jʊˌleɪt/
模仿 (mófǎng)

to imitate someone or something with the intent to equal or surpass

"Young athletes often emulate their idols."

"年轻运动员常常模仿他们的偶像。" (Niánqīng yùndòngyuán chángcháng mófǎng tāmen de ǒuxiàng.)
noun C1
/ɪˈnæməl/
牙釉质 (yá yòu zhì)

a hard, glossy substance used as a protective or decorative coating; the hard outer layer of teeth

"The dentist explained that enamel protects the teeth from decay."

"牙医解释说,牙釉质可以保护牙齿免受蛀牙的侵害。" (Yáyī jiěshì shuō, yá yòu zhì kěyǐ bǎohù yáchǐ miǎnshòu zhùyá de qīnhài.)
enamored definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ɪˈnæmərd/
着迷 (zhe mi)

filled with love or admiration

"He became enamored with classical music after attending the concert."

"他在参加音乐会后爱上了古典音乐。" (Ta zai canjia yinyuehui hou aishang le gudian yinyue.)
encapsulate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ɪnˈkæp.sjʊ.leɪt/
概括 (gai kua)

To express the essential features of something succinctly; to summarize or contain within.

"The introduction should encapsulate the main points of the article."

"引言应该概括文章的主要观点。" (Yǐnyán yīnggāi gàikuò wénzhāng de zhǔyào guāndiǎn.)
enchant definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ɪnˈtʃænt/

to delight or charm greatly; to cast a spell over

"The storyteller enchanted the children with his tales."

verb C1
/ɪnˈsɜːrkəl/
围绕 (wéi rào)

to form a circle around something

"The protesters encircled the building in a human chain."

"抗议者围绕着建筑物站成一条人链。" (Kàngyì zhě wéi rào zhe jiànzhù wù zhàn chéng yī tiáo rén liàn.)
noun C1
/ˈɛn.kleɪv/
飞地 (fēidì)

a distinct area or group enclosed within a larger one

"The city has a small Italian enclave where traditions are preserved."

"这座城市有一个小的意大利飞地,保留着传统。" (Zhè zuò chéngshì yǒu yī gè xiǎo de yìdàlì fēidì, bǎoliúzhe chuántǒng.)
encore definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈɑːnkɔːr/
安可 (ān kě ěr)

An additional performance demanded by an audience at the end of a show.

"The band returned to the stage for an encore."

"乐队返回舞台进行安可表演。" (Yuèduì fǎnhuí wǔtái jìnxíng ān kě ěr biǎoyǎn.)
encroach definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ɪnˈkrəʊtʃ/
幸福 (xìngfú)

to gradually take over or intrude on someone’s rights, territory, or space

"The buildings began to encroach on the protected forest land."

"当她获得奖项时,她无法掩饰自己的幸福。" (Dāng tā huòde jiǎngxiàng shí, tā wúfǎ yǎnshì zìjǐ de xìngfú.)
noun C1
/ɪnˈkrəʊtʃmənt/
侵占 (qīnzhàn)

the act of gradually intruding or taking over someone’s rights, land, or space

"The villagers protested against the encroachment on their farmland."

"村民们抗议侵占他们的农田。" (Cūnmín men kàngyì qīnzhàn tāmen de nóngtián.)
adjective C1
/ɛnˌsaɪkləˈpiːdɪk/
百科全书的 (bǎikē quánshū de)

Having comprehensive knowledge of many subjects; relating to or characteristic of an encyclopedia.

"Her encyclopedic knowledge of history amazed everyone at the conference."

"她对历史的百科全书式知识令会议上的所有人都惊讶不已。" (Tā duì lìshǐ de bǎikē quánshū shì zhīshì lìng huìyì shàng de suǒyǒu rén dōu jīngyà bùyǐ.)
verb C1
/ɪnˈdɪr/
使受喜爱 (shi shou xi ai)

To cause someone to be loved or liked.

"Her kindness and generosity endeared her to the community."

"她的善良和慷慨使她深受社区喜爱。" (ta de shan liang he kang kai shi ta shen shou she qu xi ai.)
noun C1
/ɪnˈdɪrmənt/
亲切的词语 (qīnqiè de cíyǔ)

A word or phrase expressing affection or love.

"She whispered a gentle endearment to her child."

"她低声对孩子说了一个亲切的词语。" (Tā dīshēng duì háizi shuōle yī gè qīnqiè de cíyǔ.)
endemic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ɛnˈdɛmɪk/
地方性 (dìfāngxìng)

Regularly found among particular people or in a certain area.

"Malaria is endemic in some tropical countries."

"疟疾在一些热带国家是地方性的。" (Nüèjí zài yīxiē rèdài guójiā shì dìfāngxìng de.)
endorphins definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ɛnˈdɔːr.fɪnz/
内啡肽 (nèi fēi tài)

Chemical compounds produced by the brain that reduce pain and create feelings of happiness.

"Exercise releases endorphins, reducing stress and pain."

"锻炼释放内啡肽,减轻压力和疼痛。" (Duànliàn shìfàng nèi fēi tài, jiǎnqīng yālì hé téngtòng.)
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endow

verb C1
/ɪnˈdaʊ/

To provide with a quality, ability, or gift; to donate funds for a purpose.

"The university was endowed with a generous donation."

endowment definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ɪnˈdaʊmənt
捐赠, 赠款 (juānzèng, zèngkuǎn)

An income or form of property given or bequeathed to someone.

"The university received a large endowment for research."

"大学收到了大量用于研究的捐赠。" (Dàxué shōu dào le dàliàng yòng yú yánjiū de juānzèng.)
adjective C1
/ɪnˈdjʊərəbl/
可忍受的 (kě rěn shòu de)

Able to be tolerated or endured; bearable.

"The pain was harsh but endurable."

"疼痛很剧烈,但可以忍受。" (Téngtòng hěn jùliè, dàn kěyǐ rěnshòu.)
verb C1
/ˈɛnərˌdʒaɪz/
激发 (jifa)

To give energy or vitality to something or someone.

"The motivational speech helped energize the team."

"激励演讲帮助激励了团队。" (Jili yanjiang bangzhu jili le tuandui.)
engender definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ɪnˈdʒɛndər/
引发 (yǐnfā)

to cause or give rise to a feeling, situation, or condition

"His policies engendered trust among the citizens."

"他的政策在市民中引发了信任。" (tā de zhèngcè zài shìmín zhōng yǐnfā le xìnrèn.)
engrained definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ɪnˈɡreɪnd/
根深蒂固,难以改变 (gēn shēn dì gù, nán yǐ gǎi biàn)

Firmly fixed or established; difficult to change.

"Cultural practices are often deeply engrained in the fabric of society."

"文化习俗常常深深植根于社会的结构中。" (Wénhuà xísú chángcháng shēn shēn zhí gēn yú shèhuì de jiégòu zhōng.)
engrave definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ɪnˈɡreɪv/
雕刻 (diāokè)

to cut or carve a design, letter, or pattern into a hard surface

"The craftsman engraved her name on the silver ring."

"工匠在银戒指上刻下了她的名字。" (Gōngjiàng zài yín jièzhǐ shàng kèxiàle tā de míngzì.)
engross definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ɪnˈɡroʊs/
专注 (zhuanzhu)

to absorb all the attention or interest of someone

"She was so engrossed in the book that she forgot the time."

"她如此专心读书,以至于忘记了时间。" (Tā rúcǐ zhuānxīn dúshū, yǐzhì yú wàngjìle shíjiān.)
adjective C1
/ɪnˈɡroʊst/
全神贯注 (quánshén guànzhù)

completely absorbed or deeply involved in something

"She was so engrossed in the book that she forgot the time."

"她全神贯注地看书,以至于忘记了时间。" (Tā quánshén guànzhù de kànshū, yǐzhì yú wàngjìle shíjiān.)
engulf definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ɪnˈɡʌlf/
吞没 (tunmo)

to completely surround or cover something or someone

"The village was engulfed by floodwaters."

"村庄被洪水吞没了。" (Cun zhuang bei hongshui tunmo le.)
enigma definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ɪˈnɪɡmə/
谜团 (mituan)

a person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand

"Her sudden disappearance remains an enigma."

"她的突然消失仍然是一个谜团。" (Ta de tuoran xiaoshi rengran shi yige mituan.)
enigmatic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌɛnɪɡˈmætɪk/
神秘的 (shenmi de)

mysterious and difficult to interpret or understand

"He gave me an enigmatic smile."

"他给了我一个神秘的微笑。" (Ta geile wo yige shenmi de weixiao.)
adjective C1
/ɪnˈlaɪ.tənd/
开明的; 觉悟的; 智慧的; (kaiming de; juewu de; zhihui de)

having or showing a rational, modern outlook; having spiritual knowledge or understanding

"The enlightened teacher shared wisdom with all her students."

"那位开明的老师与她的所有学生分享了智慧。" (Na wei kaiming de laoshi yu ta de suoyou xuesheng fenxiang le zhihui.)
enlist definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ɪnˈlɪst/
报名 (baoming)

to join or sign up, especially for military service; to secure someone's support or help

"He decided to enlist in the army after graduation."

"他决定毕业后加入军队。" (Ta jueding biyue hou jiaru jundui.)
verb C1
/ɪnˈlaɪvən/
使生动 (shi shengdong)

to make something more lively, interesting, or cheerful

"Her jokes helped enliven the dull meeting."

"她的笑话帮助让枯燥的会议变得生动。" (Ta de xiaohua bangzhu rang kuzhao de huiyi biande shengdong.)
Enmity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈɛnmɪti/
敌意 (diyi)

a feeling of hostility, hatred, or opposition

"There was a long history of enmity between the two families."

"两家人之间有着长久的敌意。" (Liang jia ren zhijian youzhe changjiu de diyi.)
enormity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ɪˈnɔːrmɪti/
巨大性 (jùdàxìng)

The extreme scale, seriousness, or extent of something perceived as bad or morally wrong.

"The enormity of the crime shocked the entire community."

"犯罪的巨大性震惊了整个社区。" (Fànzuì de jùdàxìng zhènjīngle zhěnggè shèqū.)
enrage definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ɪnˈreɪdʒ/
激怒 (jī nù)

To make someone extremely angry.

"His unfair remarks enraged the audience."

"他的不公正言论激怒了观众。" (Tā de bù gōngzhèng yánlùn jīnùle guānzhòng.)