B2 noun ˈæk.tɪv rɪˈkɔːl

Active recall

积极回忆

Meaning

A learning technique that involves actively trying to retrieve information from memory rather than passively reviewing material.

Example

Active recall improves long-term memory and retention.

积极回忆改善长期记忆和保持能力。

B2 verb /ˈrendər/

render

提供

Meaning

to provide or give; to make or cause to become

Example

The artist renders the scene beautifully.

艺术家美丽地渲染了场景。

B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈpeɪ/

overpay

支付过多

Meaning

To pay more than is necessary or reasonable.

Example

She realized she had overpaid for the concert tickets.

她意识到她为音乐会门票支付过多。

B2 verb /ʃriːk/

shriek

尖叫

Meaning

to make a loud, high-pitched cry

Example

She shrieked when she saw the spider.

她看到蜘蛛时尖叫了。

B2 noun /dɪˈveləpər/

developer

开发者

Meaning

a person or company that creates software, buildings, or land projects

Example

She works as a software developer at a tech company.

她在一家技术公司担任软件开发者。

B2 adjective /əˈtɒm.ɪk/

Atomic

原子

Meaning

relating to atoms or atomic energy; extremely small

Example

The atomic structure of hydrogen is the simplest.

氢的原子结构是最简单的。

B2 noun /vəˈlɪd.ɪ.ti/

Validity

有效性

Meaning

the quality of being legally or officially acceptable; the quality of being logically or factually sound

Example

The validity of the contract expires next month.

合同的有效性将在下个月到期。

B2 adjective /ˈhoʊmli/

Homely

简单舒适；没有虚饰；外表朴素；温馨亲切

Meaning

simple and comfortable; unpretentious; plain in appearance; cozy and familiar

Example

She enjoyed the homely atmosphere of the small café.

她喜欢那个小咖啡馆的温馨氛围。

B2 noun /ˈpælət/

palette

调色板

Meaning

a thin board or surface on which an artist sets and mixes colors; also a range of colors used in art or design

Example

The artist mixed vibrant shades on her palette before starting the painting.

艺术家在开始画画之前，在她的调色板上混合了鲜艳的色调。

B2 verb /slæp/

slap

掌掴

Meaning

to hit someone quickly with the flat part of the hand; to strike sharply

Example

She was so angry that she slapped him across the face.

她生气得打了他的脸。

B2 noun /ˈpriː.tɛns/ or /prɪˈtɛns/

pretense

伪装, 假象

Meaning

A false appearance or claim; an act of pretending.

Example

His kindness was only a pretense to gain trust.

他的友善只是为了赢得信任的伪装。

B2 adjective /teɪm/

Tame

驯服的; 温顺的; 容易控制的

Meaning

domesticated and not wild; gentle and easy to control

Example

The tame lion performed tricks in the circus.

驯服的狮子在马戏团表演杂技。

B2 noun /ˈɔr.fən/

Orphan

孤儿

Meaning

a child whose parents are dead; someone without protective support

Example

The orphan was adopted by a loving family.

孤儿被一户充满爱心的家庭收养了。

B2 noun /ˈboʊlər/

bowler

投球员

Meaning

a person who delivers the ball in cricket; also a type of hard felt hat with a rounded crown

Example

The bowler took three wickets in the first over.

投球员在第一轮中拿下了三个wicket。

B2 noun ˈkɔːrəl ˈriːfs

Coral Reefs

珊瑚礁

Meaning

Underwater structures made from calcium carbonate secreted by corals, forming diverse marine ecosystems.

Example

Saint Martin's Island is known for its coral reefs.

圣马丁岛以其珊瑚礁而闻名。

B2 noun /əˈroʊmə/

aroma

香味

Meaning

A pleasant, distinctive smell.

Example

The aroma of freshly baked bread filled the kitchen.

新鲜烤制的面包的香味弥漫在厨房里。

B2 noun /ˌspɛsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

specification

规格

Meaning

a detailed description or assessment of something

Example

The product specification includes all the necessary details.

产品规格包括所有必要的细节。

B2 noun, verb /ˈaʊtlɔː/

outlaw

Meaning

as a noun: a person who breaks the law and lives outside its protection; as a verb: to make something illegal

Example

The government decided to outlaw the harmful practice.

B2 noun /kriːk/

creek

小溪

Meaning

a small stream or narrow river

Example

We went fishing by the creek near our house.

我们在离家很近的小溪旁钓鱼。

B2 adjective /ˈæfluənt/

affluent

富裕

Meaning

having a great deal of money; wealthy

Example

She grew up in an affluent neighborhood.

她在一个富裕的社区长大。

B2 adjective /ˌɪn.trəˈdʌk.tər.i/

introductory

介绍性

Meaning

Serving as an introduction; preliminary or preparatory.

Example

The professor gave an introductory lecture on economics.

教授做了关于经济学的介绍性讲座。

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 /kəˈdɛt/

cadet

军校生

Meaning

A young trainee in the armed forces, police, or other organization.

Example

The cadet marched proudly in the parade.

军校生在游行中自豪地行进。

B2 noun /boʊst/

Boast

自夸; 吹牛; 骄傲

Meaning

an act of talking with excessive pride about one's achievements

Example

His constant boast about his wealth annoyed everyone.

他不断吹嘘自己的财富让所有人都很烦。

B2 verb /ˈbrɪdʒɪŋ/

bridging

建设桥梁，建立连接

Meaning

The action of building a bridge over something; connecting or reducing the distance between two things.

Example

The new initiative is bridging the gap between urban and rural development.

新举措正在缩小城市与乡村发展的差距。

B2 adjective ˌtek.nəˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl

technological

技术的

Meaning

Relating to or involving technology, especially scientific technology.

Example

Technological advancements enable futuristic projects.

技术进步使未来的项目成为可能。

B2 noun /ˈfɪʃ.ɪŋ/

phishing

通过欺诈手段窃取信息

Meaning

The fraudulent practice of sending emails purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information.

Example

Phishing emails often trick people into revealing passwords.

钓鱼邮件通常会欺骗他人泄露密码。

B2 adverb /wɛərˈbaɪ/

whereby

通过

Meaning

by which; because of which

Example

The company agreed to a contract whereby it would pay the penalty.

公司同意了一份合同，通过它将支付罚款。

B2 adjective /kəmˈpætəbl/

compatible

兼容

Meaning

Able to exist or work together without conflict; harmonious.

Example

This software is compatible with both Windows and Mac systems.

该软件与 Windows 和 Mac 系统兼容。

B2 verb /fɔːrdʒ/

forge

锻造，伪造

Meaning

to create or shape something, often with effort or skill; also to counterfeit or fake something

Example

The blacksmith forged a strong sword from the iron.

铁匠从铁中锻造出一把坚固的剑。

B2 noun, verb /bɒb/

bob

上下摆动

Meaning

a short sudden movement up and down; to move quickly up and down

Example

The small boat began to bob on the waves.

小船开始在波浪上上下摆动。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈper.ə.tɪv/

imperative

命令式

Meaning

Of vital importance; crucial; giving or expressing a command.

Example

It is imperative to address the climate crisis immediately.

必须立即解决气候危机。

B2 noun /sɜːˈveɪ.ləns/

surveillance

监控

Meaning

Close observation, especially of a suspected spy or criminal; continuous watching of a place, person, or situation.

Example

Government agencies conduct surveillance on cyber threats.

政府机构对网络威胁进行监控。

B2 noun ˈkrɪt.ɪ.kəl ˈθɪŋ.kɪŋ

critical thinking

批判性思维

Meaning

The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment.

Example

Critical thinking helps in making informed decisions.

批判性思维有助于做出明智的决定。

B2 adjective, adverb /ˈlɒŋ taɪm/

long-time

长期的

Meaning

lasting or existing for a long period of time; having continued for many years

Example

She is a long-time friend of my family.

她是我家长期的朋友。

B2 adverb /ˈædɪkwətli/

adequately

恰当地

Meaning

in a satisfactory manner

Example

He completed the task adequately, but could improve next time.

他适当地完成了任务，但下次可以改进。

B2 noun/verb /ɔːˈdɪʃən/

audition

试镜

Meaning

A trial performance by an actor, singer, or musician to demonstrate suitability for a role.

Example

She auditioned for the lead role in the school play.

她为学校的主角试镜。

B2 adjective /ˈæm.pəl/

Ample

充足的；足够的；丰富的

Meaning

large in size, extent, or capacity; plentiful; more than enough

Example

We have ample time to finish the project before the deadline.

我们有足够的时间在最后期限前完成项目。

B2 adjective ˌtræns.fəˈmeɪ.ʃən.əl

transformational

变革性

Meaning

Causing or able to cause an important and lasting change in someone or something.

Example

Transformational projects redefine progress.

变革性项目重新定义了进步。

B2 noun /ˈmɒlɪkjuːl/

molecule

分子

Meaning

The smallest unit of a chemical compound that retains its chemical properties.

Example

A water molecule is made up of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.

一个水分子由两个氢原子和一个氧原子组成。

B2 noun /pliː/

Plea

请求; 呼吁; 辩解

Meaning

an urgent and emotional request; a defendant's formal response to a criminal charge; an excuse or justification

Example

She made a plea for help during the emergency.

在紧急情况下，她请求帮助。

B2 noun/verb /ˈoʊvərˌdoʊs/

overdose

过量服药

Meaning

An excessive and dangerous amount of a drug; to take too much of a substance.

Example

He was rushed to the hospital after a drug overdose.

他因毒品过量被送进了医院。

B2 adverb /ˈsoʊlli/

solely

仅仅

Meaning

only; not involving anyone or anything else

Example

He is solely responsible for the decision.

他完全对这个决定负责。

B2 noun /ɪnˈfɔːrsmənt/

enforcement

执法

Meaning

the act of making sure that laws or rules are followed

Example

The police are responsible for law enforcement.

警察负责执法。

B2 noun ɪˈroʊʒən

erosion

侵蚀

Meaning

The gradual destruction or diminishing of something.

Example

Power struggles often lead to the erosion of humanity.

权力斗争往往导致人类的侵蚀。

B2 adjective /ɡəʊl ɔːˈrɪəntɪd/

goal-oriented

目标导向

Meaning

Focused on achieving specific objectives or targets; driven by clear aims.

Example

Being goal-oriented is crucial for achieving success.

目标导向是成功的关键。

B2 noun /kəmˈpliːʃən/

completion

完成

Meaning

the action or process of finishing something

Example

The completion of the project will take another few weeks.

项目的完成将再需要几周时间。

B2 verb /hætʃ/

hatch

孵化

Meaning

to emerge from an egg; to devise or create a plan

Example

The bird will hatch from its egg soon.

鸟将从蛋中孵化出来。

B2 adjective /ˌʌnɪˈmædʒənəbəl/

Unimaginable

难以想象的

Meaning

impossible to conceive; beyond imagination

Example

The scale of destruction was unimaginable until we saw it firsthand.

毁灭的规模是难以想象的，直到我们亲眼看到。

B2 noun /ˈtɜːrbən/

Turban

头巾

Meaning

a head covering made by wrapping a long piece of cloth around the head

Example

The Sikh man wore a colorful turban.

那位锡克教徒戴着一顶彩色的头巾。

B2 adverb /bɪˈfɔːr.hænd/

Beforehand

事先; 提前; 以前

Meaning

in advance; ahead of time; earlier

Example

We prepared everything beforehand.

我们事先准备好了所有的东西。

B2 verb /ˈvælɪdeɪt/

validate

验证

Meaning

To check or prove the accuracy, truth, or legality of something.

Example

The scientist worked hard to validate the experiment's results.

科学家努力验证实验结果。

B2 noun /ˈsmɑːrt.nəs/

Smartness

智慧；机智；整洁和时尚的外观

Meaning

intelligence; cleverness; neat and fashionable appearance

Example

Her smartness in solving problems impressed everyone.

她在解决问题时的智慧给大家留下了深刻印象。

B2 verb /klɪŋ/

cling

幸福

Meaning

to hold on tightly to someone or something

Example

The child clung to his mother in fear.

她在收到奖项时，无法掩饰自己的幸福。

B2 noun /ˈkɒn.ʃəs.nəs/

consciousness

意识

Meaning

The state of being aware of and able to think about one's existence, sensations, thoughts, and surroundings.

Example

Meditation helps improve consciousness and clarity of thought.

冥想有助于提高意识和思维的清晰度。

B2 noun /ɪnˈsaɪdə/

insider

内部人士

Meaning

a person within a group or organization who has access to confidential information

Example

He was an insider who knew all the company's secrets.

他是一个了解公司所有秘密的内部人士。

B2 adjective /ʌnfəˈmɪl.jər/

Unfamiliar

不熟悉的; 陌生的

Meaning

not known or recognized; strange

Example

The city was unfamiliar to me since I had never been there before.

这座城市对我来说很陌生，因为我以前从未去过那里。

B2 noun /ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/

mechanism

机制

Meaning

A system of parts working together in a machine; a process or technique for achieving something.

Example

The mechanism of the clock stopped working after years of use.

钟表的机制在多年使用后停止工作。

B2 verb /ˈbrɔːdən/

broaden

拓宽

Meaning

to make wider or larger in scope; to expand ideas, experience, or understanding

Example

Travel can broaden your perspective on different cultures.

旅行可以拓宽你对不同文化的视野。

B2 noun/verb /ˈbʌfər/

buffer

缓冲器 / 吸收冲击

Meaning

Something that lessens or absorbs the impact of a shock; to act as a protective barrier.

Example

The organization acts as a buffer between workers and management.

该组织在工人和管理层之间充当缓冲区。

B2 adjective /ˈlaɪf.lɒŋ/

lifelong

终生

Meaning

Lasting or existing for the whole of a person's life.

Example

They remained lifelong friends.

他们是终生的朋友。

B2 noun /feɪz/

Phase

阶段; 变化或发展的过程中一个明确的阶段或时期

Meaning

a distinct period or stage in a process of change or development

Example

The project is now in its final phase.

该项目现在处于最后阶段。

B2 noun ˈbɛntʃˌmɑːr.kɪŋ

benchmarking

标准定义与比较分析

Meaning

Comparing with a specific industry or competitor to set the best standards.

Example

Companies use benchmarking to assess their performance.

公司利用基准测试来评估其表现。

B2 adjective /kəmˈpɛlɪŋ/

compelling

引人注目的

Meaning

Evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerful way.

Example

She gave a compelling speech about climate change.

她就气候变化发表了引人注目的演讲。

B2 adjective /ˈbɒdɪli/

bodily

身体的

Meaning

relating to or concerning the body

Example

He suffered bodily harm in the accident.

他在事故中受到了身体伤害。

B2 adjective ˌprəʊˈæk.tɪv

proactive

积极主动

Meaning

Taking action by causing change and not only reacting to change when it happens.

Example

Proactive strategies are needed to combat scarcity.

积极主动的策略是解决短缺问题的必要措施。

B2 verb /ɪˈlɪmɪneɪt/

eliminate

消除

Meaning

To completely remove or get rid of something.

Example

Eliminate time-wasting habits.

消除浪费时间的习惯。

B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zɪnz/

Raisins

葡萄干

Meaning

dried grapes, often used in cooking and baking

Example

She added raisins to the oatmeal cookies for extra sweetness.

她在燕麦饼干中加入了葡萄干，以增加甜味。

B2 adjective /ˈdjʊərəbəl/

Durable

耐用的; 强壮的; 结实的

Meaning

able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; lasting; strong

Example

This durable fabric will last for many years.

这款耐用面料将持续多年。

B2 noun /ˈdʒel.ə.si/

Jealousy

嫉妒；对竞争对手的愤恨

Meaning

a feeling of envy of someone or their achievements; resentment against a rival

Example

His jealousy over his colleague's promotion led to tension in the workplace.

他对同事升职的嫉妒在工作场所造成了紧张。

B2 adjective /slɪm/

slim

苗条

Meaning

thin in an attractive or healthy way; small in amount or chance

Example

She looked slim in her new dress.

她穿上新裙子看起来很苗条。

B2 adjective /əˈfen.sɪv/

Offensive

冒犯的; 侮辱的; 攻击性的

Meaning

causing displeasure or resentment; insulting; aggressive

Example

His offensive remarks hurt everyone's feelings.

他的冒犯言论伤害了每个人的感情。

B2 adjective /ɪˈmætʃʊr/

Immature

不成熟; 未完全发展; 幼稚

Meaning

not fully developed; lacking emotional or intellectual development; childish

Example

His immature behavior during the meeting disappointed everyone.

他在会议中的不成熟行为让大家都很失望。

B2 adjective /prɛsˈtɪdʒəs/

prestigious

有声望的

Meaning

having a high reputation; respected

Example

Harvard University is one of the most prestigious universities in the world.

哈佛大学是世界上最有声望的大学之一。

B2 noun /biːd/

Bead

珠子

Meaning

a small round object with a hole through it for threading

Example

She made a necklace with colorful beads.

她用彩色的珠子做了项链。

B2 verb /əˈbændən/

abandon

放弃

Meaning

to give up completely; to leave permanently

Example

They had to abandon their house due to flooding.

由于洪水，他们不得不放弃他们的房子。

B2 noun /traʊt/

Trout

鳟鱼

Meaning

a freshwater fish species known for its delicate flavor and often found in cold, clear waters

Example

Rainbow trout is popular among anglers for sport fishing.

虹鳟鱼在运动钓鱼者中很受欢迎。

B2 verb /ɪnˈtriːɡ/

intrigue

引起兴趣

Meaning

to arouse curiosity or interest; to make someone fascinated

Example

The mystery novel will intrigue any reader.

神秘小说将引起任何读者的兴趣。

B2 adjective /ˈdaʊt.fəl/

Doubtful

怀疑的; 不确定的; 对某事感到不确定

Meaning

uncertain; questionable; feeling uncertain about something

Example

I am doubtful about the success of this project.

我对这个项目的成功表示怀疑。

B2 noun, verb /ˈædɪkt/ (noun), /əˈdɪkt/ (verb)

addict

成瘾者

Meaning

a person who is unable to stop using a harmful substance or doing something harmful; to cause someone to become dependent on something

Example

He is a video game addict who spends hours playing every day.

他是一个视频游戏上瘾者，每天花几个小时玩游戏。

B2 noun /ˌiː.kəˈnɒm.ɪk ˈsɪs.təm/

economic system

经济系统

Meaning

The organized framework for production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services in society.

Example

Capitalism, socialism, and mixed economies are types of economic systems.

资本主义、社会主义和混合经济是经济系统的类型。

B2 verb /dɪˈvoʊt/

devote

奉献

Meaning

to give time, effort, or resources to something

Example

She devotes much of her time to helping the poor.

她把大部分时间都奉献给了帮助穷人。

B2 noun /ˈseɪf.ɡɑːrd/

Safeguard

保护措施

Meaning

measure or action designed to protect someone or something

Example

New safeguards were implemented to prevent data breaches.

已实施新的保护措施以防止数据泄露。

B2 adjective /ˈɡlɪt.ər.ɪŋ/

Glittering

闪亮的; 闪烁的; 光辉的

Meaning

shining with bright light; sparkling; brilliant;

Example

The glittering stars filled the clear night sky.

闪亮的星星充满了清澈的夜空。

B2 noun /ˈweə(r)haʊs/

warehouse

仓库

Meaning

a large building where goods are stored before being sold or distributed

Example

The company stores all its products in a big warehouse.

公司将所有产品存储在一个大仓库里。

B2 noun /ˌfer.ˈwel/

Farewell

告别

Meaning

an act of parting or of marking someone's departure

Example

The company organized a farewell party for the retiring manager.

公司为即将退休的经理举办了告别派对。

B2 noun /ˈfrɪkʃən/

friction

摩擦

Meaning

the resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another; conflict or tension between people or groups

Example

There was friction between the two departments over resource allocation.

在资源分配问题上，两个部门之间有摩擦。

B2 adjective /səˈpɔːtɪv/

supportive

支持的

Meaning

providing encouragement or emotional help to someone

Example

She was very supportive during my difficult times.

在我困难的时刻，她非常支持我。

B2 noun /ˈluː.nər ɪˈklɪps/

Lunar eclipse

月全食

Meaning

an eclipse in which the moon appears darkened as it passes into the earth's shadow

Example

We watched the lunar eclipse from our backyard.

我们从后院观看了月全食。

B2 adjective/verb /kəˈrʌpt/

corrupt

腐败

Meaning

dishonest or morally wrong; to make something impure or evil

Example

The politician was accused of corrupt practices.

这位政治家因腐败行为被指控。

B2 noun /ˈrɪb.ən/

ribbon

缎带

Meaning

a long, narrow strip of fabric used for tying or decoration

Example

She tied her hair with a red ribbon.

她用一条红色的缎带绑住了她的头发。

B2 noun /ˈlɒk.ɪt/

Locket

项链坠子

Meaning

a small ornamental case, typically made of gold or silver, worn on a chain around the neck

Example

She kept her grandmother's photo in the locket.

她把祖母的照片放在了项链坠子里。

B2 noun /ˈkɜːr.tə.si/

Courtesy

礼貌; 客气;

Meaning

the showing of politeness in one's attitude and behavior toward others; a polite gesture or remark

Example

He showed great courtesy by holding the door open for elderly people.

他通过为老年人打开门来表现出极大的礼貌。

B2 adjective /ˈkɒmɪkəl/

comical

滑稽

Meaning

Funny in a strange or silly way; amusing.

Example

His comical expressions made everyone laugh.

他滑稽的表情让所有人都笑了。

B2 noun /ɪˈsteɪt/

estate

Meaning

A large area of land, property, or possessions owned by someone, often including a big house.

Example

The family owned a large estate in the countryside.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈiːzi/

Uneasy

不安的; 焦虑的; 不舒服的

Meaning

worried; anxious; uncomfortable; restless

Example

She felt uneasy about walking alone at night.

她在夜晚独自行走时感到不安。

B2 adjective /ˈædɪkwət/

adequate

足够

Meaning

sufficient or acceptable in quality or quantity

Example

The food was adequate for the small group.

食物足够适合小组。

B2 noun/adjective /kənˈstɪtʃuənt/

constituent

成分 / 选民

Meaning

Noun: A member of a constituency or an essential part of something. Adjective: Being a necessary part of a whole.

Example

The senator met with his constituents to discuss local issues.

参议员与他的选民会面，讨论当地问题。

B2 adjective /ɪkˈsprɛsɪv/

expressive

表达性

Meaning

Effectively conveying thought or feeling.

Example

Her eyes were so expressive that no words were needed.

她的眼睛如此表达性，以至于不需要任何话语。

B2 noun /ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/

coverage

报道

Meaning

The extent or scope of something, such as insurance protection or media reporting.

Example

The news channel provided extensive coverage of the event.

新闻频道对事件进行了广泛的报道。

B2 noun rɪˈkruːt.mənt

recruitment

招聘

Meaning

The action of finding new people to join an organization or support a cause.

Example

Recruitment strengthens the workforce.

招聘增强了劳动力。

B2 adjective /ˈmɪstʃɪvəs/

Mischievous

顽皮的; 淘气的; 调皮的

Meaning

playfully naughty; causing minor trouble; impish

Example

The mischievous child hid his sister's favorite toy.

顽皮的孩子把他姐姐最喜欢的玩具藏了起来。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈiːkwəl/

Unequal

不平等; 不公正;

Meaning

not the same in quantity, size, or value; not fair or just

Example

The distribution of wealth is unequal in many countries.

财富的分配在许多国家是不平等的。

B2 noun /ˈkɒmənˌteɪtər/

commentator

解说员

Meaning

a person who reports and discusses events, especially on TV or radio

Example

The commentator described the football match in detail.

解说员详细描述了足球比赛。

B2 verb /ˈdʒʌstɪfaɪ/

justify

辩护

Meaning

to show or prove that something is right or reasonable

Example

He tried to justify his decision with logical reasons.

他试图用逻辑的理由来为他的决定辩护。

B2 noun /ˌɪnəˈbɪləti/

inability

无能

Meaning

the state of being unable to do something

Example

His inability to make decisions affected his career.

他无法做决定，这影响了他的职业生涯。

B2 noun ˌsɛlf.kənˈtrəʊl

self-control

自我控制

Meaning

The ability to control one's emotions, behavior, and desires in order to obtain some reward, or avoid some punishment, typically in the longer term.

Example

Self-control is important for maintaining a balanced life.

自我控制对保持平衡的生活很重要。

B2 noun /dɪsˈkloʊʒər/

disclosure

披露

Meaning

the action of making something known or public

Example

The disclosure of the company's financial status was delayed.

公司财务状况的披露被延迟了。

B2 adjective /ˌdɪsəˈbiːdiənt/

Disobedient

不服从的

Meaning

refusing to obey rules or authority; rebellious

Example

The disobedient child refused to follow the rules.

不听话的孩子拒绝遵守规则。

B2 noun /truːp/

Troop

队伍

Meaning

a group of soldiers; military personnel organized as a unit

Example

The troop marched in formation across the parade ground.

队伍在游行场上列队行进。

B2 noun /ɪˈrʌp.ʃən/

Eruption

火山喷发

Meaning

a sudden violent occurrence or outburst; volcanic explosion

Example

The volcanic eruption forced thousands of people to evacuate the area.

火山喷发迫使成千上万的人疏散该地区。

B2 noun /mɪkst ˈkʌlər/

Mixed colour

混合色

Meaning

a color created by combining two or more different colors

Example

The mixed colour created a beautiful gradient on the canvas.

混合色在画布上创造了美丽的渐变。

B2 verb /rɪˈvɜːs/

reverse

反转

Meaning

to change something to the opposite direction, position, or result

Example

She quickly reversed the car out of the driveway.

她迅速把车从车道上倒了出来。

B2 noun /ˈfɪŋ.ɡər.prɪnt/

Fingerprint

指纹

Meaning

an impression or mark made on a surface by a person's fingertip; unique identification pattern

Example

The police found his fingerprints on the door handle at the crime scene.

警方在犯罪现场的门把手上找到了他的指纹。

B2 noun, verb /bluːm/

bloom

开花；繁荣

Meaning

to produce flowers; to develop or flourish; a flower or the state of flowering

Example

The roses bloom beautifully every spring.

玫瑰每年春天都会美丽地开花。

B2 verb /ɪˈveɪd/

evade

回避

Meaning

To escape or avoid something, especially by cleverness or trickery.

Example

He tried to evade the question by changing the subject.

他通过换话题来回避问题。

B2 adverb /ˈkrɪtɪkli/

critically

严重地

Meaning

in a way that expresses disapproval or a very serious, important way

Example

He was critically injured in the accident.

他在事故中受了重伤。

B2 noun /ˈpaɪpˌlaɪn/

pipeline

管道

Meaning

a long tube through which liquids or gases are transported

Example

The company is building a new pipeline to transport natural gas.

该公司正在建造一条新的管道来运输天然气。

B2 noun /kʌb/

Cub

幼熊

Meaning

a young bear, lion, tiger, or other large carnivorous mammal

Example

The bear cub stayed close to its mother for protection.

小熊为保护自己一直待在母亲身边。

B2 noun /tɛkˈnɪʃən/

technician

技术员

Meaning

a person skilled in the practical aspects of a particular science, art, or job

Example

The technician repaired the computer within an hour.

技术员在一个小时内修好了电脑。

B2 noun /prɒp/

prop

道具

Meaning

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

Example

The actor forgot his prop on stage.

演员忘记了他的道具。