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 noun /əˈpɒstrəfi/

apostrophe

Meaning

A punctuation mark (') used to indicate possession or the omission of letters or numbers.

Example

You need an apostrophe in the word 'children’s'.

B2 adjective /ænˈtɑːrktɪk/

antarctic

南极的

Meaning

relating to the region around the South Pole

Example

The Antarctic region is known for its extreme cold and icy landscapes.

南极地区因其极端的寒冷和冰雪覆盖的景观而闻名。

B2 verb /əˈspaɪər/

aspire

渴望

Meaning

to have a strong desire to achieve something

Example

Many students aspire to study abroad.

许多学生渴望去国外学习。

B2 adverb /ɔːˈθentɪkli/

authentically

真实地

Meaning

in a genuine, real, or true manner; in a way that reflects true character or origin

Example

She speaks authentically about her experiences.

她真实地谈论自己的经历。

B2 noun /ˌɔːtəbaɪˈɒɡrəfi/

autobiography

自传

Meaning

An account of a person's life written by that person.

Example

She published an autobiography about her journey to success.

她发布了一本关于她成功之路的自传。

B2 noun /əkˈnɒlɪdʒmənt/

acknowledgment

承认

Meaning

the act of accepting, admitting, or recognizing something

Example

He received an acknowledgment of his application.

他收到了他申请的承认。

B2 verb /ˈɔːltər/

alter

改变

Meaning

to change or modify something slightly but significantly

Example

She decided to alter her dress to make it fit better.

她决定改变她的裙子，让它更合身。

B2 noun /æmˈfɪbiən/

amphibian

Meaning

A cold-blooded vertebrate animal that can live both on land and in water.

Example

A frog is a common amphibian that lives both in water and on land.

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.

B2 adjective /əˈlɑːrmɪŋ/

alarming

令人担忧

Meaning

Worrying or disturbing; causing concern or fear.

Example

The unemployment rate among youth is alarming.

年轻人中的失业率令人担忧。

B2 adjective /əkˈsɛsəbl/

accessible

可达的

Meaning

easy to reach, use, or understand

Example

The museum is easily accessible by public transport.

博物馆可以通过公共交通轻松到达。

B2 adjective /ˈɑːrbɪˌtrɛri/

arbitrary

随意的

Meaning

based on random choice or personal whim, rather than reason or system

Example

The teacher's arbitrary grading upset many students.

老师的随意评分让许多学生感到不满。

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。

B2 noun ˈæsɪd reɪn

acid rain

酸雨

Meaning

Rainfall made acidic by atmospheric pollution, especially from industrial emissions.

Example

Acid rain damages crops and buildings.

酸雨损害农作物和建筑物。

B2 adjective /əˈkjuːt/

acute

急性

Meaning

present or experienced to a severe or intense degree; having sharp perception

Example

The patient suffered from acute pain after the surgery.

手术后，病人感到剧烈的疼痛。

B2 noun ˌæn.tiˈɒk.sɪ.dənt

antioxidant

抗氧化剂

Meaning

A substance that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage by neutralizing free radicals.

Example

Green tea contains powerful antioxidants that slow aging.

绿茶含有强效的抗氧化剂，可以减缓衰老。

B2 noun /ˈɔːkʃən/

Auction

拍卖

Meaning

a public sale in which goods or property are sold to the highest bidder

Example

The antique furniture was sold at an auction last weekend.

古董家具在上周末的拍卖会上售出。

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 /əˈkjuːmjəleɪt/

accumulate

积累

Meaning

to gather or collect things gradually over time

Example

She managed to accumulate a small fortune through wise investments.

她通过聪明的投资成功地积累了财富。

B2 noun /ˈædvəkəsi/

advocacy

倡导

Meaning

public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy

Example

Her advocacy for children's rights earned her international recognition.

她对儿童权利的倡导为她赢得了国际认可。

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。

B2 noun /ɔː/

awe

惊叹

Meaning

a feeling of deep respect mixed with fear or wonder

Example

The children looked at the fireworks in awe.

孩子们惊讶地看着烟花。

B2 adjective, noun /ˈɛəriəl/

aerial

空中 / 天线

Meaning

As an adjective: existing or happening in the air. As a noun: an antenna for receiving radio or television signals.

Example

The pilot performed an amazing aerial maneuver.

飞行员执行了一个令人惊叹的空中机动。

B2 noun ˈænsɛstərz

Ancestors

祖先

Meaning

A person from whom one is descended; a forefather.

Example

The family tree shows the names of all ancestors.

家谱显示所有祖先的名字。

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。

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。

B2 adjective /ˈænɪmeɪtɪd/

animated

动画的

Meaning

Full of life or excitement; made using animation techniques.

Example

The animated film was loved by children and adults alike.

这部动画电影受到儿童和成人的喜爱。

B2 noun /æs/

Ass

驴

Meaning

a donkey; a small domesticated animal of the horse family

Example

The farmer used an ass to carry heavy loads.

农夫用驴子搬运沉重的货物。

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 verb/adjective /ɑːrˈtɪkjʊlət/

articulate

Meaning

to express thoughts or ideas clearly; having the ability to speak fluently and clearly

Example

She was able to articulate her ideas during the meeting.

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。

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。

B2 adjective /əˈdɪktɪd/

addicted

上瘾的

Meaning

Being unable to stop engaging in a particular activity or consuming a particular substance.

Example

Many people are addicted to social media.

许多人上瘾于社交媒体。

B2 adjective /əˈlaɪd/

Allied

盟友; 联合; 关联

Meaning

joined by agreement or treaty; associated; connected

Example

The allied forces worked together during the war.

同盟军在战争期间一起工作。

B2 noun /əˌveɪləˈbɪləti/

availability

可用性

Meaning

the state of being able to be used or obtained

Example

The availability of clean water is crucial for health.

清洁水的可用性对健康至关重要。

B2 adjective əˈstɒnɪʃɪŋ

astonishing

惊人

Meaning

Extremely surprising or impressive; amazing.

Example

The astonishing discovery changed the way we view the universe.

这个惊人的发现改变了我们看待宇宙的方式。

B2 noun /əˈplɔːz/

applause

掌声

Meaning

the sound of people clapping their hands to show approval or enjoyment

Example

The actor received loud applause after his performance.

演员在表演后收到了热烈的掌声。

B2 adjective /əˈvɔɪdəbl/

avoidable

可避免的

Meaning

able to be prevented or avoided

Example

Most of the damage was avoidable with proper planning.

如果有适当的计划，大部分损失是可以避免的。

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。

B2 noun /əˈsɛnt/

ascent

Meaning

The act of rising or climbing to a higher position or level.

Example

The climbers began their ascent to the mountain peak at dawn.

B2 noun /əˈkjuːzd/

accused

被告

Meaning

a person who has been charged with a crime

Example

The accused pleaded not guilty in court.

被告在法庭上表示无罪。

B2 adjective, noun /ədˈvaɪzəri/

advisory

咨询性的

Meaning

(adjective) having the power to give advice but not to make sure that it is followed; (noun) an official announcement containing information or a warning

Example

The committee serves in an advisory capacity to the board of directors.

委员会在董事会中担任咨询性职能。

B2 noun /ˈælkəhɒlɪzəm/

alcoholism

酗酒症

Meaning

A chronic disease characterized by uncontrolled drinking and preoccupation with alcohol.

Example

His alcoholism affected both his health and his family life.

他的酗酒症影响了他的健康和家庭生活。

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 noun əˈsʌmp.ʃənz

assumptions

假设

Meaning

Things that are accepted as true or certain to happen, without proof.

Example

His assumptions about the project were completely wrong.

他对项目的假设完全错误。

B2 noun /ədˈmɪnɪstreɪtər/

administrator

Meaning

a person responsible for running or managing an organization or system

Example

The school administrator implemented new policies for students.

B2 noun əˈlaɪ.əns

alliance

联盟

Meaning

A union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries or organizations.

Example

Global alliances promote environmental sustainability.

全球联盟促进环境可持续性。

B2 noun ɑːmd ˈkɒn.flɪkt

armed conflict

武装冲突

Meaning

A contest of armed forces; warfare between opposing military forces.

Example

Armed conflict resulted in widespread devastation.

武装冲突导致了广泛的破坏。

B2 adverb /əˈdɪʃənəli/

additionally

此外

Meaning

in addition to what has been said or done

Example

Additionally, we offer discounts for early bookings.

此外，我们为提前预订提供折扣。

B2 adjective /ˈædvɜːrs/

Adverse

不利的; 负面的; 有害的

Meaning

harmful; unfavorable; opposing; negative

Example

The adverse weather conditions forced them to cancel the event.

恶劣的天气条件迫使他们取消了活动。

B2 verb /ˈæktɪveɪt/

activate

激活

Meaning

to make something start or function

Example

She pressed the button to activate the machine.

她按下按钮以激活机器。

B2 adverb /əˈten.tɪv.li/

Attentively

专心

Meaning

with careful attention; in a focused manner

Example

She listened attentively to her teacher's instructions.

她专心听取了老师的指示。

B2 verb /ˈænəlaɪz/

analyze

分析

Meaning

to examine something in detail to understand it better or draw conclusions

Example

Scientists analyze data to discover new patterns.

科学家分析数据以发现新模式。

B2 noun /əˌdæptəˈbɪləti/

adaptability

适应性

Meaning

The quality of being able to adjust to new conditions or circumstances

Example

Adaptability to changing environments is crucial in business.

适应不断变化的环境在商业中至关重要。

B2 noun ədˈvɑːns.mənt

advancement

进步

Meaning

The process of promoting or moving forward; development or improvement in a particular area.

Example

Technological advancement shapes the future.

技术进步塑造了未来。

B2 noun /ˌɔː.θɛnˈtɪs.ə.ti/

authenticity

真实性

Meaning

The quality of being authentic; genuineness or truthfulness.

Example

The authenticity of the document was verified.

文件的真实性已被验证。

B2 noun /ˌædməˈreɪʃən/

admiration

钦佩

Meaning

a feeling of respect, pleasure, or approval for someone or something

Example

She felt great admiration for her teacher’s dedication.

她对老师的奉献充满了钦佩。

B2 adjective, noun, verb /ˈæb.strækt/

abstract

抽象的, 摘要

Meaning

existing in thought or as an idea but not having physical or concrete existence; a summary of a text

Example

The artist is known for her abstract paintings.

艺术家以其抽象画作而闻名。

B2 noun ˈæn.ɪk.doʊt

anecdote

在演讲或写作中使用的短小有趣的故事

Meaning

A short interesting story used in speeches or writing.

Example

A well-placed anecdote makes a speech more relatable.

一个合适的位置插入小故事能让演讲更加容易理解。

B2 verb /ˈæləkeɪt/

allocate

分配

Meaning

to distribute or assign resources, duties, or responsibilities for a specific purpose

Example

The manager allocated funds for the new project.

经理已为新项目分配资金。

B2 noun /ˈeɪ.prɪ.kɒt/

Apricot

杏子

Meaning

a small orange-colored fruit with a soft skin and sweet flesh

Example

The apricot tree produces sweet fruit in summer.

杏树在夏天结出甜美的果实。

B2 noun /ˈæŋkər/

Anchor

锚

Meaning

a heavy object used to moor a vessel to the sea bottom; a person or thing that provides stability or confidence

Example

The ship dropped its anchor in the harbor.

船只在港口投下了锚。

B2 noun əˈʃɔː.rəns

assurance

保证

Meaning

A positive declaration intended to give confidence; a promise.

Example

Assurance of quality is a priority for the council.

质量保证是委员会的优先事项。

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。

B2 noun /ˈɑːrtɪzən/

artisan

工匠

Meaning

a skilled craftsperson who makes things by hand

Example

The artisan crafted a beautiful wooden chair.

工匠制作了一把漂亮的木椅子。

B2 adverb /ˌɑːrtɪˈfɪʃəli/

Artificially

人工地;

Meaning

by artificial means; not naturally; in a fake manner

Example

The lake was artificially created for irrigation purposes.

湖泊是人工创建的，旨在灌溉。

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。

B2 noun /ˈæli/

alley

小巷

Meaning

a narrow passageway between or behind buildings

Example

They walked through a dark alley to reach the main road.

他们走过一条黑暗的小巷，来到主干道。

B2 verb /əˈbaɪd/

abide

遵守

Meaning

to accept or act in accordance with; to endure; to dwell

Example

I will abide by the rules of the company.

我会遵守公司的规则。

B2 adverb /ˈæk.jə.rət.li/

Accurately

准确地，毫无错误地，正确地

Meaning

in an exact way, without any mistakes; precisely; correctly

Example

She accurately predicted the outcome of the election.

她准确地预测了选举结果。

B2 noun /əˈnælədʒi/

analogy

类比

Meaning

A comparison between two things for the purpose of explanation or clarification.

Example

The teacher used the analogy of a tree to explain the structure of an essay.

老师用树木的类比来解释文章的结构。

B2 noun /əˈsɜːʃən/

assertion

断言

Meaning

a confident and forceful statement of fact or belief

Example

Her assertion that she was right was met with silence.

她的断言她是对的遭遇了沉默。

B2 noun /ˌæljuˈmɪniəm/

aluminium

铝

Meaning

a lightweight, silvery-white metal used widely in manufacturing and packaging

Example

Aluminium is commonly used to make cans and aircraft parts.

铝常用于制造罐头和飞机部件。

B2 adjective + noun əˈdæptɪv ˈfiːtʃərz

adaptive features

适应性特征

Meaning

Characteristics that help organisms adjust to their environment

Example

Plants' adaptive features help them grow in winter.

植物的适应性特征帮助它们在冬季生长。

B2 noun /ˌæktɪˈveɪʃən/

activation

激活

Meaning

the act of making something start functioning

Example

The activation of the system took longer than expected.

系统的激活比预期的时间更长。

B2 noun /ˈækjərəsi/

Accuracy

准确性; 精确度

Meaning

the quality of being correct or precise; exactness

Example

The accuracy of the measurements is very important.

测量的准确性非常重要。

B2 adjective + noun অ্যাডভার্স ইমপ্যাক্ট

adverse impact

负面影响

Meaning

A negative or harmful effect or influence on something.

Example

Long screen time has an adverse impact on hand muscles.

长时间看屏幕对手部肌肉有不良影响。

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 /ˈɑːr.mər/

Armour

盔甲

Meaning

protective covering worn by soldiers; metal plating for military vehicles

Example

The knight wore heavy armour to protect himself in battle.

骑士穿着沉重的盔甲以保护自己在战斗中。

B2 noun /ˈæltɪtuːd/

altitude

高度

Meaning

the height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level

Example

The airplane is flying at an altitude of 30,000 feet.

飞机以30,000英尺的高度飞行。

B2 adverb /əˈbrʌptli/

Abruptly

突然且出乎意料; 毫无预警

Meaning

suddenly and unexpectedly; without warning

Example

The meeting ended abruptly when the power went out.

会议在电力中断时突然结束。

B2 noun /ˈæl.oʊ ˈvɪər.ə/

Aloe Vera

芦荟

Meaning

a succulent plant with thick fleshy leaves and medicinal properties; produces tubular flowers

Example

The aloe vera plant blooms with orange or yellow tubular flowers.

芦荟植物开着橙色或黄色的管状花。

B2 noun /æʃ/

ash

灰烬

Meaning

the powdery residue left after the burning of a substance

Example

After the fire, only ash remained of the house.

火灾过后，只有房子的灰烬留下。

B2 adverb /ˌæksɪˈdɛntəli/

accidentally

偶然地

Meaning

happening by chance or unexpectedly

Example

He accidentally dropped the glass.

他不小心把玻璃杯打翻了。

B2 noun /əˈlaʊəns/

Allowance

津贴

Meaning

a sum of money paid regularly to a person; permission to do something

Example

Children receive a weekly allowance for helping with chores.

孩子们每周会因帮助做家务而获得津贴。

B2 noun /ˈænsestri/

ancestry

家谱

Meaning

one’s family origins or lineage

Example

He is proud of his royal ancestry.

他为自己的皇室家谱感到自豪。

B2 noun /ɑːrˈkeɪd/

arcade

游乐场

Meaning

a covered passage with arches along one or both sides; also a place with coin-operated games

Example

The children spent the afternoon playing games at the arcade.

孩子们在游戏中心度过了下午。

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。

B2 noun /ədˈvɛntʃərər/

adventurer

冒险家

Meaning

a person who seeks exciting, risky, or unusual experiences; someone who explores new or unknown places

Example

The adventurer traveled deep into the jungle in search of ancient ruins.

这位冒险家深入丛林寻找古老的遗迹。

B2 noun /ˈæsɪd/

acid

酸

Meaning

a chemical substance that reacts with bases and has a sour taste

Example

Lemons contain citric acid.

柠檬含有柠檬酸。

B2 verb /əˈstaʊnd/

astound

使震惊

Meaning

to greatly surprise or amaze someone

Example

The magician's final trick astounded the audience.

魔术师的最后一个把戏使观众震惊。

B2 noun ˈæp.ə.taɪt

appetite

食欲

Meaning

A natural desire to satisfy a bodily need, especially for food.

Example

Junk food increases appetite unnaturally.

垃圾食品会不自然地增加食欲。

B2 noun ˌæn.tiˈɒk.sɪ.dənts

antioxidants

抗氧化剂

Meaning

A substance that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage.

Example

Fruits and vegetables are rich in antioxidants.

水果和蔬菜富含抗氧化剂。

B2 verb /ədˈmɪnɪstər/

administer

管理

Meaning

to manage or control the running of; to give or apply medicine or treatment

Example

The nurse will administer the vaccine to all patients.

护士将为所有病人接种疫苗。

B2 verb /ˈɔː.tə.meɪt/

automate

自动化

Meaning

To make a process or system operate automatically by means of machines or computers.

Example

Many companies automate their processes to save time.

许多公司自动化其流程以节省时间。

B2 adjective /əˈkuːstɪk/

acoustic

Meaning

relating to sound or the sense of hearing; not amplified by electrical means

Example

We recorded an acoustic version of the song in a quiet room.

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。

B2 noun /ˈæbi/

abbey

修道院

Meaning

A large church building or monastery where monks or nuns live, work, and worship.

Example

The old abbey on the hill attracts many tourists each year.

山上的老修道院每年吸引着许多游客。

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。

B2 verb ədˈhɪər

adhere

附着

Meaning

To stick firmly to something or stay attached.

Example

Neutrons adhere to protons.

中子附着在质子上。

B2 noun /əˈtɒm.ɪk ˈhæb.ɪts/

atomic habits

原子习惯

Meaning

Small but powerful habits that can bring big changes over time

Example

Developing atomic habits leads to long-term success.

养成原子习惯带来长期的成功。

B2 adjective /ænˈdʒelɪk/

angelic

天使般的

Meaning

Like or characteristic of an angel; pure, kind, or innocent.

Example

The child had an angelic smile.

那个孩子有一个天使般的微笑。

B2 adjective /əˈsɪdɪk/

acidic

酸性的

Meaning

containing acid; having a sour taste; sharp or biting in tone

Example

The lemon has an acidic taste that makes your mouth pucker.

柠檬的味道很酸。

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 /əˈdʒeɪsənt/

Adjacent

邻近的

Meaning

পার্শ্ববর্তী; সংলগ্ন; নিকটবর্তী;

Example

The hotel is adjacent to the shopping mall.

酒店与购物中心相邻。

B2 noun /æmˈbæsədər/

Ambassador

大使

Meaning

an accredited diplomat sent by a country as its official representative to a foreign country

Example

The ambassador met with government officials to discuss trade agreements.

大使与政府官员会面，讨论贸易协议。

B2 noun/adjective /ˌædəˈlɛsənt/

adolescent

青少年

Meaning

A young person in the process of developing from a child into an adult.

Example

Adolescents often experience rapid physical and emotional changes.

青少年常常经历快速的身体和情感变化。

B2 noun /ˈæktɪvɪst/

activist

活动家

Meaning

A person who works to bring about social or political change.

Example

The activist organized a protest against pollution.

活动家组织了针对污染的抗议活动。

B2 noun /əˈluːmɪnəm/

aluminum

铝

Meaning

a lightweight silvery metal used for making cans, foils, and other items

Example

The airplane body is made of strong but light aluminum.

飞机的机身是用强度高但重量轻的铝制成的。

B2 verb /əˈveɪl/

avail

利用

Meaning

to make use of something; to be of use or benefit

Example

You should avail yourself of this opportunity.

你应该利用这个机会。

B2 noun /ˈænsestər/

Ancestor

祖先

Meaning

a person, typically one more remote than a grandparent, from whom one is descended

Example

She researched her family tree to learn about her ancestors.

她研究了家谱，了解她的祖先。

B2 adverb /əˈlɔːŋ.saɪd/

Alongside

在旁边; 与…一起;

Meaning

beside; next to; together with

Example

She walked alongside her friend through the park.

她与朋友一起走过公园。

B2 noun /əkˌseləˈreɪʃən/

acceleration

加速度

Meaning

the rate at which velocity changes over time; the act of speeding up

Example

The car showed rapid acceleration as it entered the highway.

汽车在进入高速公路时表现出快速的加速度。

B2 noun /ˌæk.jʊˈzeɪ.ʃən/

accusation

指控

Meaning

A statement that someone has done something wrong or illegal.

Example

She made an accusation of theft against her colleague.

她对她的同事提出了盗窃指控。

B2 verb /əˈbɒlɪʃ/

abolish

废除

Meaning

to formally end or stop something; to cancel or eliminate completely

Example

The government decided to abolish the old tax system.

政府决定废除旧的税收制度。

B2 noun əˈkɔːrd

accord

协议

Meaning

An official agreement or treaty.

Example

The accord emphasized gradual progress.

协议强调了渐进的进展。

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 verb /əˈweɪt/

await

等待

Meaning

to wait for someone or something; to expect

Example

We await your response with great anticipation.

我们满怀期待地等待你的回应。

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 adjective /ˌɑːrkɪˈtɛktʃərəl/

architectural

建筑的

Meaning

relating to the design and style of buildings and structures

Example

The city is known for its beautiful architectural designs.

这座城市因其美丽的建筑设计而闻名。