C2 verb /əˈbɑː.mə.neɪt/

abominate

厌恶

Meaning

to feel hatred or loathing for something

Example

She abominates cruelty to animals.

她厌恶对动物的残忍行为。

C2 verb /əˈniːl/

anneal

通过加热使硬化

Meaning

To heat and cool metal or glass to make it stronger or less brittle.

Example

The blacksmith annealed the steel to improve its durability.

铁匠为了提高钢的耐久性进行了退火。

C1 noun /əˈsem.bli ˈseʃ.ən/

assembly session

大会会议

Meaning

A formal meeting where representatives gather to discuss and make decisions on important matters.

Example

The assembly session discussed global challenges.

大会会议讨论了全球性挑战。

B2 noun /ˌæn.ɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/

Animation

动画

Meaning

the technique of making inanimate objects appear to move; liveliness and enthusiasm

Example

The animation in this movie is incredibly detailed.

这部电影的动画非常细致。

C1 noun /əˈkʌmpənɪmənt/

accompaniment

伴奏

Meaning

Something that goes together with or complements another thing, often music or food.

Example

The dish was served with a spicy sauce as an accompaniment.

这道菜与辣酱一起作为配菜提供。

B2 verb /əˈpɔɪnt/

appoint

任命

Meaning

to choose someone for a job or position

Example

The board will appoint a new director.

董事会将任命一位新董事。

C1 noun /əˈtaɪər/

attire

服装

Meaning

Clothing, especially formal or elegant wear.

Example

She wore traditional attire at the wedding ceremony.

她在婚礼仪式上穿着传统服装。

B2 adjective /əˈtʃiːvəbl/

achievable

可实现的

Meaning

Able to be brought about or reached successfully.

Example

Start with achievable steps to stay motivated.

从可实现的步骤开始，以保持动力。

B2 verb /əˈkweɪnt/

acquaint

使熟悉

Meaning

to make someone familiar with something; to inform or introduce

Example

Please acquaint yourself with the safety guidelines before operating the machine.

请在操作机器前，熟悉安全指导原则。

B2 noun /ˌæl.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

Allegation

指控

Meaning

a claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal

Example

The allegation against him was proven false.

对他的指控被证明是假的。

B2 noun /əˈriːnə/

arena

竞技场, 场地

Meaning

a large area surrounded by seats for sports, entertainment, or other events

Example

The basketball game will be held in the new arena downtown.

篮球比赛将在市中心的新竞技场举行。

C2 noun /ˈæmpərˌsænd/

ampersand

安珀桑德

Meaning

The symbol '&' used to represent the word 'and'.

Example

Use an ampersand instead of writing the word 'and' in the company name.

在公司名称中使用安珀桑德代替'和'这个词。

C2 adjective /ˌæd.vɛnˈtɪʃ.əs/

adventitious

偶然的

Meaning

Happening by chance or accident, not planned.

Example

His success was partly due to adventitious circumstances.

他的成功部分归因于偶然的情况。

C2 noun əˌdʌl.təˈreɪ.ʃən

adulteration

掺假

Meaning

The action of making something poorer in quality by the addition of another substance.

Example

Adulteration of food is a serious health risk.

食品掺假是一个严重的健康风险。

B2 noun/verb /eɪp/

ape

一种类似猴子的大家伙 / 模仿

Meaning

a large primate similar to a monkey but without a tail; as a verb, to imitate or mimic

Example

Children often ape the behavior of adults.

孩子们经常模仿大人的行为。

C2 adjective /ˈærənt/

arrant

完全的, 绝对的

Meaning

complete or utter (used negatively, e.g., 'arrant nonsense')

Example

His excuse was arrant nonsense.

他的借口是完全的胡说八道。

C1 noun /əˈtoʊnmənt/

atonement

赎罪

Meaning

the act of making amends for a wrong, sin, or injury

Example

The festival was celebrated as a day of atonement.

该节日被庆祝为赎罪的日子。

C2 adjective /əˈvʌŋkjələr/

avuncular

像叔叔一样友善

Meaning

kind and friendly, like an uncle

Example

He had an avuncular manner that made everyone feel comfortable.

他有一种让每个人都感到舒适的阿冯库拉尔风度。

C2 adjective /ɔːˈrɔːrəl/

auroral

与极光相关

Meaning

Relating to or resembling the aurora, especially the northern lights.

Example

The scientists observed auroral activity in the night sky.

科学家们在夜空中观察到了欧若拉活动。

C1 noun /əˈkɔːrdiən/

accordion

手风琴 (乐器)

Meaning

a musical instrument played by squeezing and expanding with keys and buttons

Example

The musician played a cheerful tune on the accordion.

音乐家在手风琴上演奏了一首愉快的旋律。

C2 adjective /ˌænθrəpəˈmɔːrfəs/

anthropomorphous

人形的

Meaning

having the form or attributes of a human

Example

The statue had an anthropomorphous shape resembling a human.

这座雕像有着类似人类的形状。

B2 noun /əˈstɒnɪʃmənt/

astonishment

惊讶

Meaning

Great surprise or amazement.

Example

She looked at the magician with astonishment.

她带着惊讶看着魔术师。

B1 adjective /ˌælfəˈbɛtɪkəl/

alphabetical

字母顺序的

Meaning

Arranged in the order of the letters of the alphabet.

Example

The names were listed in alphabetical order.

名字按字母顺序排列。

B2 noun /ˈæɡ.ə.ni/

Agony

极度的身体或精神痛苦；剧烈的疼痛

Meaning

extreme physical or mental suffering; intense pain

Example

He was in agony after the accident.

事故后他痛苦不堪。

A2 verb /əˈraɪv/

arrive

到达

Meaning

to reach a destination; to come to a place

Example

The train will arrive at the station in ten minutes.

火车将在十分钟内到达车站。

B2 noun /əˈbɔːrʃən/

abortion

Meaning

The deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, usually performed during the first 28 weeks.

Example

The debate about abortion continues to divide public opinion.

A2 noun (plural) /ædz/

ads

Meaning

short for advertisements; promotional messages intended to sell products or services

Example

I often skip ads when watching videos online.

我在线看视频时经常跳过广告。

B1 adjective /əˈlaɪk/

Alike

相似; 以相同的方式

Meaning

similar in appearance or nature; in the same way

Example

The two sisters look very much alike.

这两个姐妹看起来非常相似。

C2 adjective /ˈæfəbəl/

affable

和蔼可亲

Meaning

friendly, easy to talk to, and pleasant in manner

Example

He is such an affable host that everyone feels comfortable at his parties.

他是一个和蔼可亲的主人，每个人在他的聚会上都感到很舒适。

C1 noun /əˈtrɑːsəti/

atrocity

暴行

Meaning

an extremely cruel or violent act, often involving physical violence

Example

The world condemned the atrocity committed against civilians.

世界谴责对平民犯下的暴行。

B2 verb /əˈsaɪn/

assign

分配

Meaning

to give someone a task, duty, or responsibility

Example

The manager will assign tasks to the new employees.

经理将给新员工分配任务。

B1 noun /ˈeə.rə.pleɪn/

Aeroplane

飞机

Meaning

a powered flying vehicle with fixed wings and a weight greater than that of the air it displaces

Example

The aeroplane took off smoothly from the airport runway.

飞机从机场跑道平稳起飞。

B1 noun /əˈsɪstəns/

Assistance

援助; 支持

Meaning

the action of helping someone with a job or task; support

Example

She offered her assistance with the project.

她在项目中提供了帮助。

B2 noun /ˈɑːftərmɑːθ/

aftermath

后果

Meaning

the consequences or aftereffects of an event or situation, especially a disastrous one

Example

The aftermath of the earthquake was devastating.

地震的后果是毁灭性的。

B1 adverb /əˈsaɪd/

Aside

一边; 旁边; 离开主要部分

Meaning

to one side; apart; away from the main part

Example

Please set your book aside and listen to me.

请把书放到一边，听我说。

B2 noun /ˈɑːrtɪˌfækt/

artifact

文物

Meaning

an object made by humans, typically of historical or cultural interest

Example

The museum displayed ancient artifacts from Egypt.

博物馆展示了来自埃及的古代文物。

B1 noun /əˈsɛmbli/

assembly

集会

Meaning

a group of people gathered together for a common purpose or the act of putting parts together to form something

Example

The school held an assembly to discuss the new rules.

学校举行了一个集会来讨论新的规则。

B2 adjective /ˌæn.tiˈsoʊ.ʃəl/

Antisocial

反社会的；对社会秩序敌对

Meaning

avoiding social interaction; hostile to social order

Example

His antisocial behavior made it difficult for him to make friends.

他的反社会行为让他很难交到朋友。

B2 noun /ɑːrtʃ/

arch

拱门

Meaning

a curved symmetrical structure spanning an opening and typically supporting the weight above it

Example

The ancient arch still stands in the city center.

古老的拱门仍然屹立在城市中心。

B1 adjective /əkˈsɛptəbəl/

acceptable

可接受的

Meaning

able to be agreed upon; satisfactory or suitable

Example

Your proposal is acceptable to the committee.

你的提议对委员会是可接受的。

B1 adjective /ˌɔːtəˈmætɪk/

automatic

自动

Meaning

working by itself without direct human control

Example

This car has an automatic transmission.

这辆车有自动变速器。

C1 noun /ˈæl.kə.laɪ/

alkali

碱性物质

Meaning

a soluble base substance, typically with a pH greater than 7, that neutralizes acids

Example

Soap contains alkali which helps remove grease.

肥皂含有碱，能帮助去除油脂。

C1 adverb /ˈæmpli/

amply

丰盛地

Meaning

more than sufficiently; generously

Example

She was amply rewarded for her hard work.

她因努力工作而得到了丰厚的奖励。

A1 verb /əˈɡriː/

agree

同意

Meaning

to have the same opinion; to consent; to be in harmony

Example

We all agree that the plan is excellent.

我们都同意这个计划非常好。

C2 noun /ænˈtɪstrəfi/

antistrophe

反歌式 (一种修辞手法)

Meaning

A rhetorical device in which a word or phrase is repeated at the end of successive clauses; in Greek choral poetry, the part of the ode sung by the chorus in return movement.

Example

The poet used antistrophe to emphasize the repeated phrase.

诗人使用反歌式来强调重复的短语。

C2 verb /əˈsɪdɪfaɪ/

acidify

酸化

Meaning

to make something acidic or more acidic

Example

Farmers worry that pollution will acidify the soil.

农民担心污染会使土壤酸化。

B2 verb əˈpɔɪn.tɪd

appointed

任命

Meaning

Assign a job or role to someone; designate someone to a position.

Example

Appointed officials carry significant responsibilities.

任命的官员承担重要责任。

C1 adjective ˈɑː.dʒu.əs

arduous

艰苦的

Meaning

Involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring.

Example

The trek through the mountains was an arduous journey.

穿越群山的徒步旅行是一段艰苦的旅程。

B2 noun /ˈæməzɒn/

amazon

强大的女人

Meaning

A tall, strong, or powerful woman.

Example

She fought like an amazon in the competition.

她在比赛中像亚马逊女战士一样作战。

B1 adverb /ˈɑːf.tə.wərdz/

Afterwards

之后; 然后; 后来

Meaning

at a later time; after an event or time that has already been mentioned

Example

We had dinner and afterwards we watched a movie.

我们吃了晚餐，然后看了一部电影。

B2 adjective /əˈɡriːəbl/

Agreeable

宜人; 令人愉快; 迷人; 愿意同意

Meaning

pleasant; enjoyable; delightful; willing to agree

Example

The weather is very agreeable today.

今天的天气非常宜人。

B2 verb /əˈweɪkən/

awaken

唤醒

Meaning

to stop sleeping; to cause to become aware

Example

The loud noise awakened the entire neighborhood.

大声的噪音唤醒了整个邻里。

C2 noun /ˈæntiruːm/

anteroom

前厅

Meaning

A small room leading to a main one, often used as a waiting area.

Example

The guests waited in the anteroom before being called inside.

客人在被叫进去之前在前厅等待。

B1 adjective /əˈfɔːdəbl/

affordable

实惠

Meaning

inexpensive and within one's financial means

Example

This restaurant offers affordable meals for families.

这家餐厅为家庭提供实惠的餐点。

B1 noun /ˈæl.ɪ.ɡeɪ.tər/

Alligator

短吻鳄

Meaning

a large reptile similar to a crocodile but with a shorter, wider head

Example

The alligator basked in the sun on the riverbank.

短吻鳄在河岸上晒太阳。

B1 adjective /əˈdɪʃənəl/

additional

额外的

Meaning

added, extra, or supplementary to what already exists

Example

The teacher gave the students additional homework.

老师给学生布置了额外的作业。

C2 noun /ˈɔːldər/

alder

榆树

Meaning

A type of tree from the birch family that typically grows in wet ground and has simple, serrated leaves.

Example

The alder trees grew thick along the riverbank.

榆树在河岸旁茂密生长。

B2 adjective /əbˈsɜːrd/

absurd

荒谬的, 不合理的

Meaning

wildly unreasonable, illogical, or inappropriate

Example

It is absurd to think that the earth is flat.

认为地球是平的，这太荒谬了。

C1 adverb /əˈfrɛʃ/

afresh

重新

Meaning

From the beginning, in a new way.

Example

After the failure, they started the project afresh.

在失败后，他们重新开始了这个项目。

A1 determiner/pronoun /ˈɛni/

any

任何

Meaning

one, some, or all, without specifying which

Example

Do you have any questions?

你有任何问题吗?

B1 verb /əˈlɑːrm/

alarm

惊吓

Meaning

to warn of danger; to frighten or disturb

Example

The loud noise alarmed the residents.

巨响吓到了居民。

C1 adjective /ˈæʃən/

ashen

苍白的

Meaning

Very pale in appearance, often due to shock, fear, or illness.

Example

His face turned ashen when he heard the terrible news.

当他听到可怕的消息时，他的脸变得苍白。

C1 verb /əˈbaʊnd/

abound

充满

Meaning

To exist in large numbers or amounts.

Example

Opportunities abound in the field of technology.

在技术领域，机会比比皆是。

C1 noun /ˈeɪθiɪzəm/

atheism

无神论

Meaning

The belief that there is no God or gods.

Example

He declared his atheism openly despite social pressure.

他在社会压力下公开宣称自己的无神论。

B1 adjective /əˈsoʊsieɪtɪd/

associated

关联的

Meaning

connected or related to something or someone

Example

She is closely associated with environmental movements.

她与环保运动密切相关。

C2 adjective /ˈeɪkwiəs/

aqueous

水合的

Meaning

related to or containing water; watery

Example

The solution was in an aqueous form.

溶液是水合的。

B2 adjective /əkˈsel.ə.reɪ.tɪd/

accelerated

加速的

Meaning

Happening or developing faster than usual.

Example

The project progressed at an accelerated pace.

该项目以加速的速度推进。

B2 noun /ˌɑːr.kiˈɑː.lə.dʒi/

archeology

考古学

Meaning

the study of human history and prehistory through excavation and analysis of artifacts and structures

Example

She decided to study archeology to learn about ancient civilizations.

她决定学习考古学，以了解古代文明。

C2 noun /ˈæl.mɪ.rə/

Almirah

衣柜

Meaning

a large cupboard or wardrobe used for storing clothes and other items

Example

I keep all my clothes in the wooden almirah.

我把所有的衣服都放在木制衣橱里。

C2 verb /əˈvʌls/

avulse

撕裂

Meaning

to tear away or separate forcibly, especially in medical or geological contexts

Example

The surgeon had to avulse the damaged tissue during the operation.

外科医生在手术中必须把受损的组织撕裂。

A1 adverb /ɔːlˈredi/

Already

已经; 预先; 之前

Meaning

before now; by this time; previously

Example

I have already finished my homework for today.

我今天的作业已经完成了。

C2 noun (plural) /ˈɔːspɪsɪz/

auspices

庇护

Meaning

Patronage, support, or guidance, often used in the phrase 'under the auspices of'.

Example

The conference was held under the auspices of the United Nations.

会议在联合国的支持下举行。

B1 noun /ˈækses/

Access

访问

Meaning

the ability, right, or permission to approach, enter, or pass to and from a place

Example

Students have access to the library 24 hours a day.

学生可以全天候访问图书馆。

C1 verb əˈkruː

accrue

累积

Meaning

To accumulate or receive (payments or benefits) over time.

Example

Interest accrues on the savings account every month.

每个月储蓄账户上会积累利息。

B2 adjective/verb /əˈprɒksɪmət/

approximate

大约的

Meaning

close to the actual but not exact; to estimate or calculate roughly

Example

The cost is approximate and may change later.

这个成本是大约的，之后可能会改变。

C1 noun /ˌædʒ.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

agitation

激动

Meaning

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

Example

There was visible agitation among the crowd.

人群中有明显的激动。

C1 adjective /əˈsɛndənt/

ascendant

上升的，主导的

Meaning

Rising in power or influence; dominant.

Example

She is an ascendant leader in the political party.

她是政治党派中的一位上升的领袖。

A2 noun /ænt/

Ant

蚂蚁

Meaning

a small insect that lives in organized colonies and is known for hard work

Example

The ant carried a crumb that was twice its size.

这只蚂蚁搬动了一块比它大两倍的面包屑。

A2 adjective /əˈtræk.tɪv/

Attractive

吸引人

Meaning

pleasing or appealing to the senses; having a quality that draws interest

Example

The garden looks very attractive in spring.

春天的花园看起来非常吸引人。

C1 noun ˌæɡ.rəʊˈkem.ɪ.kəl

agrochemical

农用化学品

Meaning

A chemical product used in agriculture, especially a pesticide or fertilizer.

Example

Excessive use of agrochemicals can degrade soil quality.

过度使用农用化学品会降低土壤质量。

C2 noun /ˌænθrəpəˈsɛntrɪzəm/

anthropocentrism

人类中心主义

Meaning

The belief that human beings are the most important or central element of existence.

Example

Anthropocentrism often shapes environmental policies.

人类中心主义常常塑造环境政策。

B2 adjective ˌæn.tiˌdɪs.krɪˈmɪn.eɪ.ʃən

anti-discrimination

反歧视的

Meaning

Opposed to or working against discrimination; promoting equal treatment regardless of differences.

Example

The anti-discrimination movement was groundbreaking.

反歧视运动是突破性的。

B2 noun əˈmendmənt

amendment

修正案

Meaning

A minor change in a document.

Example

The amendment was not supported.

该修正案没有获得支持。

B1 noun /ˈæbsəns/

Absence

缺席

Meaning

the state of being away from a place or person; lack or non-existence

Example

His absence from the meeting was noticed by everyone.

他缺席的会议被大家注意到了。

A2 noun /əˈdʌlt/

Adult

成年人；成人

Meaning

a person who is fully grown or developed; mature

Example

Only adults are allowed to enter this area.

只有成年人可以进入这个区域。

C1 noun ˈæ.sɛt ˌæl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən

asset allocation

资产配置

Meaning

An investment strategy that aims to balance risk and reward by apportioning a portfolio's assets according to an individual's goals, risk tolerance, and investment horizon.

Example

Proper asset allocation is key to financial growth.

正确的资产配置是财务增长的关键。

B1 noun /ˈeər fɔːrs/

Air force

空军

Meaning

the military organization of a country that uses aircraft for fighting

Example

The air force conducted a training exercise over the mountains.

空军在山脉上空进行了一次训练演习。

B2 verb /ˈɔːdɪt/

audit

审计

Meaning

to examine and verify financial records or accounts officially

Example

The accountant will audit the company's books next month.

会计师将在下个月审计公司的账目。

A2 noun ˈɑːrɡjumənt

argument

争论

Meaning

A reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.

Example

His argument was based on majority.

他的争论基于多数。

B1 noun /əˈkædəmi/

academy

学院

Meaning

an institution of learning or training

Example

He enrolled in a military academy.

他报考了军事学院。

C1 noun ɔːˈstɛr.ɪ.ti

austerity

紧缩政策

Meaning

Simple and disciplined lifestyle, avoiding luxury.

Example

The government implemented austerity measures to reduce expenses.

政府实施了紧缩措施以减少开支。

B1 noun /əˈtendəns/

Attendance

出席

Meaning

the action or state of going regularly to or being present at a place or event

Example

The teacher takes attendance at the beginning of each class.

老师在每节课开始时点名出席。

C1 adjective /iːsˈθɛθɪkəl/

aesthetical

美学的

Meaning

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

Example

The architect focused on the aesthetical balance of the building.

建筑师注重建筑的美学平衡。

B2 adjective /æbˈnɔːr.məl/

abnormal

异常的

Meaning

deviating from what is normal or usual, typically in a way that is undesirable

Example

The doctor noticed an abnormal growth in the patient’s lung.

医生注意到病人肺部出现了异常的生长。

B2 noun /ˈæstərɔɪd/

asteroid

小行星

Meaning

A small rocky body orbiting the sun, mostly found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.

Example

The asteroid belt lies between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter.

小行星带位于火星和木星的轨道之间。

B2 adjective æmˈbɪɡ.ju.əs

ambiguous

模糊的

Meaning

Having more than one possible meaning; unclear or vague.

Example

His statement was too ambiguous to understand.

他的声明模糊不清，无法理解。

C1 adjective /əˈbɪzməl/

abysmal

极其糟糕 / 可怕

Meaning

extremely bad or appalling

Example

The team's performance was abysmal.

团队的表现非常糟糕。

C2 verb /əbˈhɔːr/

abhor

厌恶

Meaning

to regard with disgust and hatred

Example

She abhors cruelty to animals.

她厌恶对动物的残忍。

C1 noun/verb /ˈætrəfi/

atrophy

萎缩

Meaning

a decrease in size or wasting away of a body part, tissue, or ability due to lack of use

Example

Without regular exercise, muscles may atrophy over time.

没有规律的锻炼，肌肉随着时间的推移可能会萎缩。

C2 adjective /ɔːˈɡʌst/

august

庄严

Meaning

Respected and impressive; inspiring reverence or admiration.

Example

The king entered the hall with an august presence.

国王以庄严的姿态走进了大厅。

C2 noun /ˌɑːrbəˈriːtəm/

arboretum

植物园

Meaning

a place where trees, shrubs, and plants are grown for scientific study or public display

Example

We visited the city’s arboretum to learn about exotic trees.

我们参观了城市的植物园，了解异国树木。

C1 adjective /əˌpɒk.əˈlɪp.tɪk/

apocalyptic

末日的

Meaning

Describing the end of the world, or something catastrophic and disastrous.

Example

The movie depicts an apocalyptic future after a nuclear war.

这部电影描绘了核战争后的末日未来。

C1 noun /əˈfɪn.ɪ.ti/

affinity

亲和力

Meaning

A natural liking for or attraction to a person, thing, idea, etc.

Example

She has an affinity for classical music.

她对古典音乐有亲和力。

B1 verb /ədˈvaɪz/

advise

建议

Meaning

to recommend what should be done; to give advice

Example

The doctor advised him to rest for a week.

医生建议他休息一周。

B2 adjective /əˈten.tɪv/

Attentive

专心的; 警觉的; 留心的

Meaning

careful to pay attention; alert and observant

Example

The attentive student listened carefully to every word the teacher said.

专心的学生仔细地听了老师说的每一个字。

A2 adjective /ˈɔːfəl/

awful

糟糕

Meaning

very bad or unpleasant

Example

The weather was awful during our trip.

我们旅行时天气很糟糕。

C2 adverb /əˈsɪdʒuəsli/

assiduously

努力地

Meaning

with great care and persistence

Example

He worked assiduously to complete the project before the deadline.

他努力工作，以便在截止日期之前完成项目。

B2 adjective əˈstaʊn.dɪŋ

astounding

惊人的，令人震惊的，令人惊讶的

Meaning

Surprisingly impressive or notable; causing shock or surprise.

Example

The magician's astounding tricks left the audience speechless.

魔术师的惊人技巧让观众目瞪口呆。

C2 verb /ˌæpərˈteɪn/

appertain

属于

Meaning

to relate to or be connected with something

Example

The rules only appertain to members of the club.

规则只适用于俱乐部的成员。

B2 noun, verb /ˈævəlæntʃ/

avalanche

Meaning

(noun) a mass of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountainside; a sudden overwhelming quantity; (verb) to descend like an avalanche

Example

The avalanche buried the mountain road under tons of snow.

C2 adjective /əˈpɒ.krɪ.fəl/

apocryphal

可疑的

Meaning

Of doubtful authenticity, though widely circulated as true.

Example

The story about him saving the village is probably apocryphal.

他救村庄的故事可能是可疑的。

B2 noun /ˌɔːltəˈreɪʃən/

alteration

改变

Meaning

a change or modification made to something

Example

The tailor made an alteration to the suit.

裁缝对西装做了改变。

C2 noun /ˈæbɪs/

abbess

女修道院院长 (nǚ xiūdào yuàn yuán zhǎng)

Meaning

the woman in charge of a convent of nuns

Example

The abbess welcomed the visitors to the convent.

院长欢迎访客到修道院。

A1 pronoun /ˈɛniwʌn/

anyone

某人

Meaning

any person at all; used to refer to an unspecified person

Example

Does anyone know the answer to this question?

有人知道这个问题的答案吗？

B2 adjective ˌæs.trəˈnɒm.ɪ.kəl

astronomical

天文学的

Meaning

Relating to astronomy; extremely large in amount or extent.

Example

The astronomical price reflects its exclusivity.

天文学的价格反映了它的独特性。

A2 verb /əˈnaʊns/

announce

宣布

Meaning

to make a formal public statement about something

Example

The company will announce the new product tomorrow.

公司明天将宣布新产品。

C2 verb /əˈvaʊ/

avow

公开宣誓

Meaning

to openly declare or admit something, often publicly and firmly

Example

He avowed his loyalty to the cause without hesitation.

他毫不犹豫地公开宣誓忠诚于事业。

C1 noun /ɔːˈrɔːrə/

aurora

极光

Meaning

A natural display of lights in the sky, usually seen in polar regions.

Example

We traveled to Norway to see the northern aurora.

我们去了挪威看北极光。

C2 adjective /əˈskjuː/

askew

歪斜

Meaning

Not in a straight or level position; crooked or tilted.

Example

The picture on the wall hung slightly askew.

墙上的画稍微歪斜。

C2 verb /əˈkuːtər/

accouter

装备

Meaning

to equip or outfit, typically with military or ceremonial attire

Example

The soldiers were accoutered in full battle gear.

士兵们穿戴着全套战斗装备。

B1 verb /əˈrɛst/

arrest

逮捕

Meaning

to catch and hold by legal authority; to stop suddenly

Example

The police will arrest the suspect tomorrow.

警察明天会逮捕嫌疑人。