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C2 noun /ˈɛərəˌstæt/

aerostat

气球艇
Meaning
A lighter-than-air craft, such as a balloon, that is lifted by gas.
Example
The military used an aerostat for surveillance over the border.
军方使用了气球艇进行边境监视。
C2 adjective /ɔːˈrɪkjʊlər/

auricular

与耳朵有关
Meaning
Relating to the ear or hearing.
Example
The doctor used an auricular thermometer to check the patient's temperature.
医生使用耳廓温度计来检查病人的体温。
C2 adjective /ˌæpəˈplɛktɪk/

apoplectic

愤怒的
Meaning
Extremely angry; furious.
Example
He was apoplectic when he heard about the unfair decision.
当他听到关于不公正决定的消息时，他愤怒得几乎要爆炸。
C2 adjective /ˈeɪ.li.ə.nə.bəl/

alienable

可转让的
Meaning
Able to be transferred or surrendered, usually referring to rights or property.
Example
Property rights are alienable and can be sold or transferred.
财产权是可以转让的，可以出售或转让。
C2 noun /əˈbaɪdəns/

abidance

遵守
Meaning
the act of following, accepting, or complying with something
Example
Her abidance by the rules impressed the committee.
她遵守规则给委员会留下了深刻印象。
C2 adjective /ˈækwɪˌlaɪn/

aquiline

鹰嘴形的
Meaning
curved like an eagle's beak; hooked
Example
He had an aquiline nose that gave him a distinguished appearance.
他有一个鹰嘴形的鼻子，给他增添了一种卓越的外观。
C2 noun /ˌær.əˈbesk/

arabesque

装饰性设计
Meaning
a complex, ornate design featuring intertwined flowing lines, often used in architecture or ballet poses
Example
The ceiling was decorated with delicate arabesque patterns.
天花板上装饰着精美的阿拉贝斯克图案。
C2 adjective /ˈɑːrtləs/

artless

天真, 简单
Meaning
Without deception or pretentiousness; natural and simple.
Example
Her artless smile made everyone feel at ease.
她天真的微笑让每个人都感到轻松。
C2 noun ˌæɡ.roʊ.iˈkɒl.ə.dʒi

agroecology

农业生态学
Meaning
A scientific discipline that studies agricultural systems by applying ecological concepts and principles.
Example
Agroecology promotes eco-friendly farming.
农业生态学促进环保农业。
C2 verb /əˈbæʃ/

abash

使难堪
Meaning
to make someone feel embarrassed or ashamed
Example
Her sudden question seemed to abash him.
她突然的问题似乎让他感到尴尬。
C2 noun /ˈæstər/

Aster

紫菀花
Meaning
a flowering plant with daisy-like flowers that typically bloom in fall
Example
The purple asters bloomed beautifully in the autumn garden.
紫色的紫菀花在秋天的花园里美丽地盛开。
C2 noun əˌklaɪ.mə.tɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

acclimatization

适应
Meaning
The process of adapting to a new environment or condition.
Example
The hikers needed time for acclimatization to high altitudes.
徒步旅行者需要时间来适应高海拔。
C2 adjective /əˈkɜːrsɪd/

accursed

诅咒的
Meaning
Doomed, detestable, or under a curse.
Example
The villagers avoided the accursed house on the hill.
村民们避开了山上的诅咒房子。
C2 adjective /ədˈmɒnɪtəri/

admonitory

警告的
Meaning
giving or conveying a warning or reprimand
Example
She gave him an admonitory glance.
她投给他一个警告的眼神。
C2 noun /əˈreɪ.bi.ən ˈdʒæz.mɪn/

Arabian Jasmine

阿拉伯茉莉
Meaning
A fragrant white flower native to South and Southeast Asia, commonly used in perfumes and religious ceremonies
Example
The Arabian jasmine filled the garden with its sweet fragrance.
阿拉伯茉莉花用它的甜美香气充满了花园。
C2 noun /ˈɔːspɪs/

auspice

预兆, 保护
Meaning
A sign, omen, or divine token; also refers to protection or support.
Example
The project was launched under the auspice of the government.
该项目在政府的保护下启动。
C2 verb /əˈdʌltəreɪt/

adulterate

掺假
Meaning
to make something poorer in quality by adding another substance, usually of lower quality
Example
The company was fined for adulterating its products with cheap chemicals.
该公司因将其产品篡改成便宜的化学品而被罚款。
C2 noun ˌæɡ.roʊˈiː.koʊˌsɪs.təm

agroecosystem

农业生态系统
Meaning
An ecological system centered on agricultural activities and processes.
Example
A healthy agroecosystem improves soil fertility.
健康的农业生态系统提高土壤肥力。
C2 adjective /əˈbɑː.mə.nə.bəl/

abominable

可憎的
Meaning
causing moral revulsion; extremely unpleasant
Example
The prisoners were kept in abominable conditions.
囚犯们被关押在可憎的条件下。
C2 verb /ˈæntɪdeɪtɪd/

antedated

提前日期
Meaning
assigned to an earlier date than the actual one; happened earlier
Example
The letter was antedated to appear more official.
信件被提前日期化，以使其看起来更官方。
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 noun /əˈpɜːrtənənsɪz/

appurtenances

附属物
Meaning
Additional items or accessories associated with something, often used in a legal or property context.
Example
The house was sold along with all its appurtenances, including the garage and garden.
这所房子与所有附属设施一起出售，包括车库和花园。
C2 noun /ˈɑːrkeɪˌɪzəm/

archaism

古词
Meaning
a word, expression, or style of language that is no longer in everyday use
Example
The poem is full of archaisms that give it an old-fashioned flavor.
这首诗充满了古词，使其带有一种过时的味道。
C2 noun /ˈɛəri/

aerie

鹰巢
Meaning
A large nest of a bird of prey, especially an eagle, typically built high in a tree or on a cliff.
Example
The eagle built its aerie on the high cliff.
鹰在高悬崖上筑巢
C2 adjective ˌeə.rəʊˈstæt.ɪk

aerostatic

气动静态的
Meaning
Relating to or involving gases (especially air) in equilibrium and the equilibrium of balloons or aircraft under the influence of such gases.
Example
Aerostatic designs ensure stability at high altitudes.
气动静态设计确保在高海拔地区的稳定性。
C2 noun /əˈsɜːrbəti/

acerbity

尖刻
Meaning
bitterness or sharpness of tone, manner, or taste
Example
The acerbity of his remarks left everyone silent.
他评论的尖刻让所有人都沉默了。
C2 noun /ˌæpəˈzɪʃən/

apposition

同位语 (并列语法)
Meaning
a grammatical construction in which two elements are placed side by side, with one explaining the other
Example
In the phrase 'my friend John,' the word 'John' is in apposition to 'my friend.'
在短语'我的朋友约翰'中，'约翰'这个词与'我的朋友'同位。
C2 noun /ˌæpəˈrɪʃən/

apparition

幽灵现身
Meaning
A ghostly figure or an unusual or unexpected appearance.
Example
The children were frightened by the sudden apparition in the old house.
孩子们被老房子里突然出现的幽灵吓坏了。
C2 verb əˈmiːljəreɪt

ameliorate

改善, 提高
Meaning
To make better; improve or enhance something.
Example
The new policies are designed to ameliorate living conditions.
新政策旨在改善生活条件。
C2 adjective /æbˈhɔːr.ənt/

Abhorrent

令人厌恶的; 讨厌的
Meaning
extremely unpleasant and causing disgust; detestable
Example
The idea of animal cruelty is abhorrent to most people.
动物残忍的想法让大多数人感到恶心。
C2 adjective /ˌɑːrbəˈrɛsənt/

arborescent

树状的
Meaning
having the appearance or characteristics of a tree; tree-like
Example
The coral had an arborescent form that resembled a miniature forest.
珊瑚有一种树状的形态，看起来像一个小型森林。
C2 noun /ˈæltruɪst/

altruist

利他主义者
Meaning
a person who has an unselfish concern for the welfare of others
Example
He is an altruist who always puts others' needs before his own.
他是一个总是把别人的需求放在自己之前的无私的人。
C2 noun /ˈædʒ.ə.tənt/

Adjutant

阿金顿鹳
Meaning
a large water bird with long legs and neck, also known as adjutant stork
Example
The adjutant stork stood motionless in the shallow water.
那只阿金顿鹳站在浅水中不动。
C2 verb /əˈɡlɒməˌreɪt/

agglomerate

聚集
Meaning
To collect or form into a mass or group.
Example
The dust particles began to agglomerate into larger clusters.
尘粒开始聚集成更大的团块。
C2 noun əˌmæl.ɡəˈmeɪ.ʃən

amalgamation

融合, 合并, 综合
Meaning
The action, process, or result of combining or uniting.
Example
The amalgamation of AI and big data is transforming industries.
人工智能和大数据的融合正在改变行业。
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。
C2 verb /əˈreɪn/

arraign

起诉
Meaning
to formally accuse someone in a court of law and ask them to respond to the charges
Example
The suspect was arraigned before the judge this morning.
嫌疑人在今天早晨被指控出庭。
C2 noun /ˌænəlˈdʒiːziə/

analgesia

镇痛
Meaning
The inability to feel pain while still conscious.
Example
The doctor induced analgesia before performing the procedure.
医生在进行手术前诱导了镇痛。
C2 noun /ænˈtɪpədiːz/

antipodes

Meaning
places on opposite sides of the Earth; also refers to things that are direct opposites
Example
Australia and Britain are often considered antipodes of each other.
C2 verb /əˈdʒʌdʒ/

adjudge

裁决
Meaning
to consider or declare officially in a legal or formal manner
Example
He was adjudged guilty by the court.
他被法院判定有罪。
C2 adjective /ˌæntɪməˈrɪdiən/

antemeridian

中午前的时间
Meaning
Relating to the time before noon; occurring in the morning.
Example
She scheduled all her important meetings during the antemeridian hours.
她安排了所有重要的会议在中午前的时间。
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 /əˈɡriːv/

aggrieve

使愤怒
Meaning
to cause distress or make someone feel resentful
Example
She felt aggrieved by the unfair decision.
她因不公平的决定而感到不满。
C2 verb /əˈpraɪz/

apprise

告知
Meaning
to inform or notify someone
Example
The manager will apprise the staff of the new policies.
经理将通知员工新的政策。
C2 noun /əˈdɛpt.nəs/

adeptness

熟练和技巧
Meaning
Skill and dexterity in a task.
Example
His adeptness in negotiations helped close the deal successfully.
他在谈判中的熟练帮助成功地完成了交易。
C2 noun /ˈeɪ.viˌɛr.i/

aviary

鸟舍
Meaning
a large enclosure for keeping birds
Example
The zoo built a new aviary for exotic parrots.
动物园为外来鹦鹉建了一个新的鸟舍。
C2 noun /ænˈtɪfəni/

antiphony

对唱
Meaning
a form of music in which two or more groups or choirs sing alternately in response to each other
Example
The cathedral's architecture was designed to enhance the effect of antiphony.
大教堂的建筑旨在增强对唱的效果。
C2 noun /ˈæl.baɪt/

albite

Meaning
A white or colorless mineral of the feldspar group, often found in igneous rocks.
Example
Geologists discovered albite crystals in the rock sample.
C2 noun ˌæm.ɔː.tɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

amortization

摊销
Meaning
The process of paying off debt with regular payments over time.
Example
The amortization schedule showed a 10-year repayment plan.
摊销计划显示了一个10年的还款计划。
C2 adjective /əˈdʌltəreɪtɪd/

adulterated

Meaning
describes food, drink, or medicine made weaker or impure by the addition of another substance
Example
Authorities seized adulterated drugs from the warehouse.
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。
C2 noun /ˌæk.rəˈfoʊ.bi.ə/

acrophobia

对高度的恐惧
Meaning
An extreme or irrational fear of heights.
Example
Her acrophobia prevented her from climbing the tall building.
她的恐高症阻止她爬上高楼。
C2 noun /əˈvɪdəti/

avidity

热情
Meaning
extreme eagerness or enthusiasm
Example
He accepted the offer with avidity.
他带着热情接受了这个提议。
C2 verb /əˈvaʊtʃ/

avouch

确认
Meaning
to affirm or assert something as true
Example
He avouched his innocence before the judge.
他在法官面前确认了自己的清白。
C2 noun /əˌɡlɒməˈreɪʃən/

agglomeration

聚集
Meaning
A mass or collection of things, sometimes clustered together.
Example
The city is an agglomeration of diverse cultures and communities.
这座城市是各种文化和社区的聚集地。
C2 noun /ˈæsənəns/

assonance

类韵
Meaning
the repetition of vowel sounds in nearby words in poetry or prose
Example
The poet used assonance to create a musical effect in his verse.
诗人使用类韵来创造他诗句中的音乐效果。
C2 adjective /ænˈhaɪdrəs/

anhydrous

Meaning
Containing no water.
Example
The chemist used anhydrous ammonia for the experiment.
C2 noun /ɑːmz/

alms

施舍
Meaning
Money, food, or goods given to the poor as charity.
Example
The monk distributed alms to the needy villagers.
僧侣把施舍分发给贫穷的村民。
C2 noun /ˈɑːrbər/

arbor

由树木或攀缘植物组成的阴凉花园庇护所
Meaning
a shady garden shelter formed by trees, climbing plants, or latticework
Example
They rested under the arbor covered with roses.
他们在被玫瑰覆盖的阿尔博尔下休息。
C2 verb /ænˈtɪpəθaɪz/

antipathize

反感
Meaning
to feel or express a strong dislike or aversion toward something or someone
Example
He seemed to antipathize with the new management's approach.
他似乎对新管理方法持反感态度。
C2 noun /ˈæmjʊlət/

Amulet

护身符; 护符
Meaning
an ornament or small piece of jewelry thought to give protection against evil, danger, or disease
Example
She wore a silver amulet around her neck for good luck.
她戴着一条银色的护身符在脖子上祈求好运。
C2 noun /ˈɔːtɑːrki/

autarchy

自给自足
Meaning
A system of self-sufficiency where a state or community is economically independent.
Example
The nation attempted autarchy to reduce reliance on imports.
这个国家试图实现自给自足，以减少对进口的依赖。
C2 noun /ˈæntiˌkraɪst/

antichrist

敌基督
Meaning
A person regarded as the supreme opponent of Christ, often seen as a figure of ultimate evil.
Example
Some people fear the rise of an Antichrist in the future.
有些人害怕未来出现敌基督。
C2 noun /əˈkriːʃən/

accretion

积累
Meaning
The process of growth or increase, typically by the gradual accumulation of additional layers or matter.
Example
The accretion of wealth allowed him to invest in various projects.
财富的积累使他能够投资于各种项目。
C2 noun /əˈbluːʃən/

ablution

净身
Meaning
the act of washing oneself, often for religious purposes
Example
He performed his morning ablution before the prayer.
他在祈祷之前进行了早晨的净身。
C2 adjective /ˌæk.si.əˈmæt.ɪk/

axiomatic

自明的，显然无需证明的真理
Meaning
Self-evident, obviously true without need for proof
Example
It is axiomatic that hard work leads to success.
努力工作是自明的，成功将随之而来。
C2 adjective /eɪˈsɛfələs/

acephalous

Meaning
having no leader or head; headless
Example
The acephalous group soon fell into disorganization.
C2 noun /ˌær.əˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/

arability

可耕性
Meaning
The quality of land being suitable for growing crops.
Example
The arability of land depends on soil quality and water availability.
土地的可耕性取决于土壤质量和水源的可用性。
C2 noun /əˈnæb.ə.lɪ.zəm/

anabolism

合成代谢
Meaning
The set of metabolic pathways that construct molecules from smaller units, involving tissue repair and growth.
Example
Anabolism is essential for muscle growth and tissue repair.
合成代谢对肌肉生长和组织修复至关重要。
C2 noun /ˈæntɪfɒn/

antiphon

反诗
Meaning
a short chant or verse sung responsively in Christian worship, typically sung before or after a psalm or canticle
Example
The choir sang the antiphon before beginning the main hymn.
合唱团在开始主要圣歌之前唱了反诗。
C2 adverb /əˈbæk/

Aback

吃惊的
Meaning
by surprise; unexpectedly
Example
I was taken aback by his sudden announcement.
我被他突然的宣布吓到了。
C2 adjective /əˈkɪliən/

achillean

阿基里斯式
Meaning
like or characteristic of Achilles; strong but vulnerable
Example
His achillean pride made him blind to danger.
他的阿基里斯式骄傲让他对危险视而不见。
C2 adjective /ˌæl.ɪˈmen.tər.i/

alimentary

与消化相关
Meaning
relating to nourishment or the organs of digestion
Example
The doctor explained the role of the alimentary canal in digestion.
医生解释了消化道在消化过程中的作用。
C2 noun ˌæɡ.roʊˈfɔːr.ɪ.stri

agroforestry

农业林业
Meaning
A land use management system in which trees or shrubs are grown around or among crops or pastureland.
Example
Agroforestry improves soil quality and crop yield.
农业林业改善了土壤质量和作物产量。
C2 noun /ˈæntɪkwɛri/

antiquary

古董商
Meaning
A person who studies, collects, or deals in antiques or ancient objects.
Example
The antiquary spent years collecting rare manuscripts from the medieval period.
这位古物商花了多年时间收集来自中世纪的稀有手稿。
C2 noun /əˈkwɪtəns/

acquittance

收据
Meaning
a written receipt acknowledging payment or discharge of a debt
Example
He demanded an acquittance after paying the loan.
他要求在支付贷款后获得一张收据。
C2 noun əˈkjuː.ə.ti

acuity

敏锐度
Meaning
Sharpness or keenness of thought, vision, or hearing.
Example
His intellectual acuity made him a brilliant scientist.
他的智力敏锐度使他成为一位杰出的科学家。
C2 noun /ˈæn.dʒi.əʊ.plæs.ti/

angioplasty

一种医疗程序，用于打开阻塞或狭窄的血管，这些血管向心脏输送血液。
Meaning
A medical procedure to open blocked or narrowed blood vessels that supply blood to the heart.
Example
Angioplasty is now safer with robotic assistance.
现在，通过机器人辅助，血管成形术更加安全。
C2 noun /əˈsɛt.ɪˌsɪz.əm/

asceticism

禁欲主义, 自律
Meaning
The practice of severe self-discipline and abstaining from indulgence, typically for religious or spiritual reasons.
Example
Asceticism has been a part of many religious traditions throughout history.
禁欲主义是许多宗教传统的一部分，贯穿历史。
C2 noun əˈlæk.rə.t̬i

alacrity

快速和愉快的准备
Meaning
Brisk and cheerful readiness.
Example
He accepted the challenge with alacrity.
他以 alacrity 接受了挑战。
C2 noun /ˈæl.ɪ.mənt/

aliment

食物
Meaning
food or nourishment that sustains life
Example
Fruits and vegetables are important aliments for a healthy body.
水果和蔬菜是维持健康身体的重要食物。
C2 noun /ˈæpəˌlɔːɡ/

apologue

道德故事
Meaning
a short moral story or fable intended to teach a lesson
Example
The teacher used an old apologue to explain honesty to the children.
老师用一个旧的道德故事向孩子们解释诚实。
C2 noun, verb /ˈæseɪ/

assay

分析
Meaning
To test or analyze the quality, purity, or content of a substance; the act of such testing.
Example
The scientists assayed the mineral sample for gold content.
科学家们对矿石样本进行了金含量测试。
C2 verb /əˈbreɪd/

abrade

通过摩擦磨损
Meaning
to scrape or wear away the surface by friction or erosion
Example
The rough cloth can easily abrade the skin.
粗糙的布料容易磨损皮肤。
C2 verb /əˈmælɡəmeɪt/

amalgamate

合并
Meaning
to combine or unite to form one organization or structure; to merge
Example
The two companies decided to amalgamate their operations.
这两家公司决定合并他们的运营。
C2 noun /ˌæprəˈbeɪʃən/

approbation

批准 / 赞扬
Meaning
approval or praise
Example
The plan won the approbation of the board members.
这个计划赢得了董事会成员的批准。
C2 noun /ˈæpəplɛksi/

apoplexy

由于中风或极端愤怒而导致的突然失去意识或控制
Meaning
A sudden loss of consciousness or control due to stroke or extreme anger.
Example
The old man nearly had apoplexy when he heard the shocking news.
那位老人听到震惊的消息时差点昏厥。
C2 noun /ˌænɪˈmɒmɪtər/

anemometer

风速计
Meaning
An instrument used to measure the speed and direction of wind.
Example
The scientist used an anemometer to record the wind speed during the storm.
科学家使用风速计记录风速，在风暴期间。
C2 adjective /ˈædɪˌpoʊs/

adipose

脂肪的
Meaning
Relating to or consisting of animal fat; fatty.
Example
The doctor explained that the tissue was mainly adipose in nature.
医生解释说，组织主要是脂肪性的。
C2 noun /æmˈbroʊʒə/

ambrosia

神仙食物
Meaning
The food of the gods in classical mythology; something extremely pleasing to taste or smell.
Example
The dessert was so delicious that it tasted like ambrosia.
这个甜点太好吃了，味道像神仙食物一样。
C2 noun /ˌɔːltərˈkeɪʃən/

altercation

争执, 争吵
Meaning
a noisy argument or quarrel
Example
There was a brief altercation between the two drivers.
两位司机之间发生了简短的争执。
C2 noun /ˈæl.kə.laɪ ækt/

Alkali Act

碱性法案
Meaning
A British law passed in 1863 to regulate the emission of hydrochloric acid gas from alkali works, representing one of the first pieces of environmental legislation.
Example
The Alkali Act of 1863 was one of the first environmental laws.
1863年的碱性法案是最早的环境法律之一。
C2 noun /əˈzeɪ.li.ə/

azalea

杜鹃花
Meaning
a flowering shrub with brightly colored blooms, often grown ornamentally
Example
The garden was full of blooming azaleas in spring.
花园里春天盛开着杜鹃花。
C2 noun /əˈfleɪtəs/

afflatus

神圣的灵感
Meaning
a sudden divine inspiration or creative impulse
Example
The poet wrote the verses under a sudden afflatus of inspiration.
诗人在突然的神圣灵感下写下了诗句。
C2 noun /ˈætəvɪzəm/

atavism

返祖现象
Meaning
The recurrence of traits or characteristics from a remote ancestor.
Example
The scientist noted atavism in the child’s physical features.
科学家在孩子的生理特征中观察到返祖现象。
C2 noun əˈdrɔɪt.nəs

adroitness

灵巧
Meaning
Cleverness or skill, especially in using the hands or mind; skillful dexterity.
Example
His adroitness in negotiations secured the deal.
他在谈判中的灵巧确保了交易。
C2 noun /ˈækəlaɪt/

acolyte

Meaning
a follower or assistant, especially in a religious service or as a devoted supporter of a leader
Example
The senator arrived with a small group of acolytes who handled the press.
C2 verb /əˈkriːt/

accrete

逐渐增长
Meaning
to grow or increase gradually by accumulation or addition
Example
Dust particles accrete over time to form larger celestial bodies.
尘埃颗粒随着时间积累，形成更大的天体。
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。
C2 noun /ˈænsɛstrɪs/

ancestress

女祖先
Meaning
a female ancestor; a woman from whom one is descended
Example
She discovered that her ancestress came from a small village in Bengal.
她发现自己的女祖先来自孟加拉的一个小村庄。
C2 noun /ænˈtɪlədʒi/

antilogy

矛盾论
Meaning
A contradiction in terms or ideas; inconsistency in speech or writing.
Example
The politician's statement was criticized for its antilogy.
这位政治家的声明因其矛盾论而受到批评。
C2 noun /ˈɑːr.bɪ.trɑːʒ/

arbitrage

套利
Meaning
The simultaneous buying and selling of securities in different markets to take advantage of differing prices.
Example
Investors use arbitrage to make profits in global markets.
投资者利用套利在全球市场中获取利润。
C2 noun /əˈpɒstəsi/

apostasy

背教
Meaning
The abandonment or renunciation of a religious or political belief.
Example
His public apostasy shocked his followers.
他的公开背教震惊了他的追随者。
C2 noun /ˈeə.rəm/

Arum

阿罗姆
Meaning
a plant with large arrow-shaped leaves and a white spathe, also known as taro
Example
Arum leaves are commonly used in Bengali cuisine for cooking.
阿罗姆叶子常用于印度菜肴中进行烹饪。
C2 adjective, noun /ˈænθrəpɔɪd/

anthropoid

人猿类
Meaning
Resembling a human being in form; a primate such as apes and monkeys.
Example
The gorilla is considered an anthropoid ape.
大猩猩被认为是人猿类的猩猩。
C2 verb əˈtɛn.ju.eɪt

attenuate

减轻
Meaning
To reduce the force, effect, or value of something; to make weak or thin.
Example
The medicine helps attenuate the pain.
这种药有助于缓解疼痛。
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 noun /əˈnɔɪnt.mənt/

anointment

涂抹仪式
Meaning
The act of anointing, usually with oil, as part of a ritual or ceremony.
Example
The anointment of the new leader was a sacred ritual.
新领导人的涂抹仪式是一项神圣的仪式。
C2 verb /əˈdjuːs/

adduce

提供证据或理由
Meaning
To provide evidence or reasons to support an argument or idea.
Example
The lawyer adduced several examples to support his case.
律师引用了几个例子来支持他的案件。
C2 noun /ˌæv.oʊˈkeɪ.ʃən/

avocation

副业
Meaning
a hobby or minor occupation pursued in addition to one's main work
Example
Painting is his avocation after office hours.
绘画是他下班后的副业。
C2 noun /ˈætəmaɪzər/

atomizer

喷雾器
Meaning
A device that sprays liquid into a fine mist.
Example
She used an atomizer to apply the perfume evenly.
她使用喷雾器均匀地涂抹香水。
C2 verb /əˈɡrɛs/

aggress

攻击
Meaning
to initiate an attack or show hostile behavior
Example
The army chose not to aggress without provocation.
军队决定不在没有挑衅的情况下攻击。
C2 verb /əˈkɒst/

accost

突然接近并与某人交谈
Meaning
to approach and speak to someone boldly or aggressively
Example
The reporter was accosted by protesters outside the courthouse.
记者在法院外被抗议者突然围住。
C2 noun /ˈæk.rɪ.moʊ.ni/

acrimony

Meaning
Bitterness and anger, especially in speech or behavior.
Example
The divorce was filled with acrimony and disputes.
C2 noun /əˈplɒm/

aplomb

Meaning
Complete and confident self-assurance or poise.
Example
She handled the difficult questions with aplomb.
C2 noun /ˈeɪʒən siː bæs/

Asian sea bass

亚洲鲈鱼
Meaning
a large predatory fish found in coastal waters and estuaries of the Indo-Pacific region, prized for its white meat
Example
Asian sea bass is highly valued in aquaculture for its fast growth.
亚洲鲈鱼因其快速生长而在水产养殖中备受重视。
C2 verb /ˌækwiˈɛs/

acquiesce

默许
Meaning
to accept something reluctantly but without protest
Example
She decided to acquiesce to her parents’ wishes.
她决定默许父母的愿望。
C2 adjective /ˌænθrəpəˈmɔːrfɪk/

anthropomorphic

拟人化的
Meaning
attributing human characteristics to non-human things, like animals or objects
Example
The cartoon shows an anthropomorphic cat walking on two legs.
动画片展示了一只拟人化的猫，走在两条腿上。
C2 adjective /ænˈdrɒdʒɪnəs/

androgynous

双性人
Meaning
Having both male and female characteristics; not clearly masculine or feminine.
Example
The fashion show featured models with an androgynous look.
时装秀展示了拥有双性人外观的模特。
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。
C2 noun /əˈfreɪ/

affray

公开斗殴
Meaning
A public fight or noisy disturbance that causes alarm.
Example
The police were called to break up an affray outside the stadium.
警方被叫去制止体育场外的一场打斗。