A1 adverb /əˈɡen/

Again

再

Meaning

once more; another time; in addition

Example

I need to read this book again to understand it better.

我需要再次阅读这本书，以更好地理解它。

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。

B2 noun /əˈkʌmplɪʃmənt/

accomplishment

成就

Meaning

something that has been achieved successfully

Example

Graduating from university was a major accomplishment for him.

大学毕业对他来说是一个重大的成就。

C1 noun /ˈænti ˈeəkræft ɡʌn/

Anti-aircraft-gun

防空炮

Meaning

a weapon designed to attack aircraft from the ground

Example

The anti-aircraft gun was positioned to defend the military base.

防空炮被布置在军用基地以进行防御。

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 adjective /əˈnɒn.ɪ.məs/

Anonymous

匿名的; 无名的

Meaning

having an unknown name or identity; nameless

Example

The author published the book under an anonymous pseudonym.

作者以匿名的笔名出版了这本书。

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 verb /əˈlaɪn/

align

对齐 / 排成直线

Meaning

To arrange things in a straight line; to adjust or bring into proper relation or agreement.

Example

The manager asked the team to align their goals with the company's mission.

经理要求团队将他们的目标与公司的使命对齐。

B2 noun ɔːɡˈmɛn.tɪd riˈæl.ɪ.ti

augmented reality

增强现实，虚拟与现实世界的结合

Meaning

Technology that overlays digital information on the real world environment.

Example

Gaming has been transformed by augmented reality.

增强现实改变了游戏。

C2 verb /ˈæntɪdeɪt/

antedate

提前

Meaning

to be earlier in time; to assign a date earlier than the actual one

Example

The manuscript antedates the modern printing press.

手稿比现代印刷机更早。

C1 adjective /əˈwɒʃ/

awash

淹没

Meaning

covered or flooded with water or something in large quantities

Example

The market was awash with cheap imported goods.

市场被廉价的进口商品淹没。

A1 noun ækˈtɪv.ɪ.ti

Activities

活动

Meaning

A thing that a person or group does or has done.

Example

Productive activities drive progress.

生产性的活动推动了进步。

C1 noun /ˈæptɪˌtjuːd/

aptitude

能力

Meaning

a natural ability or talent to do something well

Example

She has a strong aptitude for learning new languages.

她在学习新语言方面有很强的能力。

C1 noun /ˌæntɪˈsiːdənts/

antecedents

前事

Meaning

previous events, conditions, or people that influence or serve as a basis for something that follows

Example

The lawyer examined the criminal antecedents of the suspect.

律师检查了嫌疑人的犯罪前事。

B2 noun /ˈænθəm/

anthem

国歌

Meaning

A song that is identified with a particular group, movement, or nation, often expressing pride or unity.

Example

The national anthem was played before the football match.

国歌在足球比赛前奏响。

C1 verb /ədˈmɒnɪʃ/

admonish

警告

Meaning

to warn or reprimand someone firmly; to advise or urge earnestly

Example

The teacher admonished the students for being late.

老师因为学生迟到而警告他们。

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。

A2 noun /əˈtɛnʃən/

attention

注意

Meaning

the act of focusing on something or someone

Example

The teacher asked for the students' attention.

老师要求学生们的注意。

C2 noun /ˈeɪ.pi.ˌɛr.i/

apiary

蜂箱养殖场

Meaning

A place where beehives are kept, especially for commercial purposes.

Example

The farmer built a new apiary to produce organic honey.

农民建造了一个新的蜂箱养殖场，以生产有机蜂蜜。

C1 adjective /æmˈbɪvələnt/

ambivalent

矛盾的

Meaning

Having mixed or contradictory feelings about something or someone.

Example

She was ambivalent about accepting the new job offer.

她对接受新工作的提议感到矛盾。

A2 noun /ədˈvaɪs/

advice

建议

Meaning

Guidance or recommendations offered with regard to prudent future action.

Example

Experts provide advice for better air quality.

专家提供建议，以改善空气质量。

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。

B1 noun /ˈɑːrtwɜːrk/

artwork

艺术品

Meaning

a piece of art, such as a painting, sculpture, or drawing

Example

The gallery displayed an impressive artwork by a local artist.

画廊展示了一件本地艺术家创作的令人印象深刻的艺术品。

C2 noun /əˈluːviən/

alluvion

冲积

Meaning

The gradual increase of land by the deposit of soil from water; also, a flood or overflow of water.

Example

The river’s alluvion added new fertile land to the village fields.

河流的冲积为村庄的田地增添了新的肥沃土地。

B2 verb /əbˈzɔːrb/

absorb

吸收

Meaning

to take in or soak up a liquid, energy, or information

Example

The sponge absorbed all the water.

海绵吸收了所有的水。

A2 verb /əˈtækt/

attacked

攻击了

Meaning

physically or verbally assaulted someone or something; launched an aggressive action against a target

Example

The soldiers attacked the enemy at dawn.

士兵在黎明时攻击了敌人。

C1 noun /ˈælkəmi/

alchemy

炼金术

Meaning

A medieval practice combining elements of chemistry and philosophy, aimed at transforming matter, especially turning base metals into gold.

Example

Medieval scientists devoted their lives to alchemy.

中世纪的科学家们将他们的生命献给了炼金术。

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。

C1 noun /əˈflɪkʃən/

affliction

痛苦

Meaning

a state of pain, suffering, or distress

Example

Poverty is a common affliction in many parts of the world.

贫困是世界许多地方的常见痛苦。

B2 verb /ˈæɡ.rə.veɪt/

aggravate

加重

Meaning

To make a situation worse or more serious.

Example

Scratching the rash will only aggravate the condition.

抓破皮疹只会加重病情。

B1 noun /ˈeɪ.dʒənt/

agent

代理人

Meaning

A person who acts on behalf of another person or organization.

Example

The real estate agent showed us several houses.

房地产经纪人向我们展示了几套房子。

C2 adjective /ˌæntɪdəˈluːviən/

antediluvian

极为古老

Meaning

extremely old-fashioned; belonging to the time before the biblical flood

Example

His views on women are positively antediluvian.

他对女性的看法是完全过时的。

C2 verb /ˌæntɪˈsiːd/

antecede

先来

Meaning

to come before in time or order

Example

A short introduction usually antecedes the main text.

简短的介绍通常先于正文。

B2 adjective /əˈpiː.lɪŋ/

Appealing

吸引人的; 有趣的; 令人愉快的

Meaning

attractive; interesting; pleasing

Example

The colorful garden looks very appealing to visitors.

五颜六色的花园对游客非常吸引人。

B1 adjective /ɑːrmd/

armed

武装的

Meaning

equipped with or carrying weapons

Example

The bank was robbed by armed men.

银行被武装分子抢劫了。

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 /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。

B2 adjective /æʃ ˈkʌl.ər/

Ash-colour

灰色

Meaning

a grayish color resembling ash

Example

The old building had ash-colour walls that needed painting.

这座旧建筑有灰色的墙壁，需要重新粉刷。

A2 verb /əˈplaɪ/

apply

申请 / 应用

Meaning

to make a formal request for something; to put into practice

Example

He decided to apply for the scholarship.

他决定申请奖学金。

C1 verb /əˈvɛndʒ/

avenge

报仇

Meaning

to inflict harm in return for an injury or wrong done to oneself or another

Example

He vowed to avenge his brother's death.

他发誓为自己兄弟的死亡报仇。

B2 noun /ˈædvərtaɪzər/

advertiser

广告商

Meaning

a person or company that advertises a product, service, or event

Example

The advertiser paid millions for a Super Bowl commercial spot.

广告商为超级碗广告位置支付了数百万。

B2 noun əˌkjuː.mjəˈleɪ.ʃən

accumulation

积累

Meaning

The gradual gathering or collecting of something over time.

Example

The accumulation of dust affects appliance efficiency.

灰尘的积累影响家用电器的效率。

C2 noun /ˈæn.ə.lɪst/

annalist

编年史家

Meaning

A person who writes annals or records events year by year.

Example

The annalist carefully documented the events of the king's reign.

编年史家仔细记录了国王统治时期的事件。

B1 verb /əˈpriːʃieɪt/

appreciate

感激

Meaning

to recognize the value or significance of; to be grateful for

Example

I really appreciate your help with this project.

我真的很感激你在这个项目中的帮助。

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。

A2 adjective /əˈnɔɪɪŋ/

annoying

烦人的

Meaning

causing irritation or mild anger; bothersome or troublesome

Example

The constant noise from the street was extremely annoying.

街道传来的持续噪音非常烦人。

C1 verb /əˈpɛnd/

append

附加

Meaning

to add something as an attachment or supplement, usually at the end of a document or list

Example

She decided to append a note to the end of the report.

她决定在报告的末尾添加一条注释。

B1 adverb /əˈlaʊd/

Aloud

大声

Meaning

in a voice that can be heard; not silently

Example

Please read the instructions aloud so everyone can hear.

请大声朗读指示，以便每个人都能听到。

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。

C2 noun /ˈɑːrbərɪˌkʌltʃər/

arboriculture

树艺学

Meaning

the cultivation and management of trees and shrubs

Example

He studied arboriculture to improve urban green spaces.

他学习了树艺学以改善城市绿地。

B2 noun /ˈækni/

acne

痤疮

Meaning

a skin condition in which pores become inflamed and clogged, causing pimples and spots

Example

Regular cleansing and a balanced diet can help reduce acne.

定期清洁和均衡饮食可以帮助减少痤疮。

C1 noun ˌæmbɪˈɡjuːɪti

ambiguity

模糊性, 含糊不清

Meaning

The quality of being open to more than one interpretation; inexactness.

Example

The ambiguity of the statement caused confusion among the team.

该声明的模棱两可性导致团队之间的困惑。

C1 adjective /əˈtjuːnd/

attuned

敏感的 / 调整好的

Meaning

Being receptive or sensitive to something; well adjusted or in harmony.

Example

She is attuned to the needs of her students.

她对学生的需求很敏感。

C1 adjective /əˈbaɪdɪŋ/

abiding

持久的

Meaning

lasting for a long time; enduring

Example

She had an abiding love for her hometown.

她对故乡有着持久的爱。

B2 adjective /əˈstɒnɪʃt/

astonished

震惊的

Meaning

feeling very surprised or amazed

Example

She was astonished by the magician's incredible trick.

她被魔术师不可思议的把戏震惊了。

C1 verb /ˈæɡənaɪz/

agonize

煎熬

Meaning

To suffer extreme physical or mental pain; to spend time worrying.

Example

She agonized for days over whether she had made the right decision.

她为是否做出了正确的决定而痛苦了好几天。

C1 noun /ˌænθrəˈpɒlədʒɪst/

anthropologist

人类学家

Meaning

a person who studies human societies, cultures, and their development

Example

The anthropologist spent years studying the tribal community.

人类学家花了几年时间研究部落社区。

B1 noun /əˈnaʊnsmənt/

announcement

公告

Meaning

a public or formal statement giving information

Example

The principal made an important announcement about the new schedule.

校长关于新时间表做了一个重要的公告。

B1 preposition/adverb /əˈkɔːrdɪŋ/

according

根据

Meaning

As stated by or in agreement with.

Example

According to the report, sales increased last quarter.

根据报告，销售在上个季度增长了。

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。

B1 noun /ədˈvaɪzər/

adviser

顾问

Meaning

a person who gives advice, especially in a professional or official role

Example

He works as a financial adviser at a bank.

他在一家银行担任金融顾问。

B1 adjective /ədˈvɛnʧərəs/

adventurous

冒险的

Meaning

Willing to take risks or try out new methods, ideas, or experiences.

Example

They participated in adventurous activities like kayaking and hiking.

他们参加了像皮划艇和远足这样的冒险活动。

C2 noun /əˈdɛndəm/

addendum

附录

Meaning

an additional item or piece of information added at the end of a document or book

Example

The report included an addendum with updated statistics.

报告中包含了带有更新统计数据的附录。

A2 noun ækt

act

法律

Meaning

A written law passed by a legislative body.

Example

The act was passed in 2023.

该法律于2023年通过。

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。

C2 noun /ˈænɪməlˌkjuːl/

animalcule

微生物

Meaning

A microscopic animal, especially a protozoan or other minute organism.

Example

The scientist observed an animalcule moving under the microscope.

科学家在显微镜下观察到一个微生物在移动。

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。

C1 noun /əˈpɒlədʒɪst/

apologist

辩护者

Meaning

a person who defends or justifies something, often a controversial belief or institution

Example

He is known as an apologist for authoritarian regimes.

他被认为是独裁政权的辩护者。

B2 verb /ˈæmplɪˌfaɪ/

amplify

放大

Meaning

to make sounds louder; to make something larger or more significant

Example

The microphone amplifies her voice.

麦克风增强了她的声音。

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。

A2 noun /ˌænɪˈvɜːrsəri/

anniversary

周年纪念

Meaning

the yearly recurrence of a date marking a past event

Example

They celebrated their wedding anniversary with a dinner.

他们用一顿晚餐庆祝了他们的结婚周年纪念。

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。

C1 noun /ˈæbsɛs/

abscess

脓肿

Meaning

A swollen area within body tissue containing pus, usually caused by infection.

Example

The dentist treated the abscess in his tooth.

牙医治疗了他牙齿上的脓肿。

B2 noun /ˌæbəˈlɪʃən/

abolition

废除

Meaning

the act of formally ending or eliminating a system, practice, or institution

Example

The abolition of slavery was a major milestone in human rights history.

废除奴隶制是人权历史上的一个重要里程碑。

C1 verb /əˈfɪliˌeɪt/

affiliate

附属

Meaning

to officially attach or connect (a group or organization) to a larger body

Example

The school is affiliated with the local university.

学校与当地大学有合作关系。

C2 noun/adjective /ælˈbaɪ.noʊ/

albino

白化病 (缺乏色素的人/动物)

Meaning

A person, animal, or plant lacking normal pigmentation, resulting in pale skin, hair, and eyes.

Example

The albino rabbit had white fur and pink eyes.

白化病兔子有着白色的毛发和粉红色的眼睛。

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。

C1 adjective /ˌeɪpəˈlɪtɪkəl/

apolitical

不关心政治

Meaning

not interested in or not connected with politics

Example

She prefers to stay apolitical and focus on her work.

她更喜欢保持不关心政治的态度，专注于自己的工作。

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。

C1 adjective ˈæl.ɡə.rɪ.ðəm drɪv.ən

algorithm-driven

由算法驱动。

Meaning

Controlled or powered by computer algorithms.

Example

Algorithm-driven systems increase accuracy.

算法驱动的系统提高了准确性。

B1 adjective /ˌækəˈdɛmɪk/

academic

学术的

Meaning

related to education, learning, or scholarly activities

Example

She has an outstanding academic record.

她有一个卓越的学术记录。

A1 conjunction /ænd/

and

和

Meaning

Used to connect words or sentences that are to be taken jointly.

Example

She bought apples and oranges.

她买了苹果和橙子。

B2 noun /ˌæk.wɪˈzɪʃ.ən/

Acquisition

收购, 获取, 获得

Meaning

An asset or object bought or obtained, typically by a library or museum.

Example

The company's acquisition strategy boosted growth.

公司的收购策略促进了增长。

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。

B2 noun /əˈbjuːs/

Abuse

虐待; 滥用;

Meaning

cruel and violent treatment; improper use of something

Example

The abuse of power led to his resignation.

滥用权力导致了他的辞职。

B1 adjective /æθˈlɛtɪk/

athletic

运动员的，强壮的

Meaning

physically strong, fit, and active; related to athletes or sports

Example

She has an athletic body because she exercises regularly.

她有一个运动员的身体，因为她定期锻炼。

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。

C1 noun /əˈbændənmənt/

abandonment

遗弃

Meaning

the act of leaving someone or something behind completely; the state of being deserted

Example

The child suffered deep emotional pain because of abandonment.

由于被遗弃，这个孩子承受了深刻的情感痛苦。

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。

C1 noun /əˌlɪtəˈreɪʃən/

alliteration

头韵

Meaning

the occurrence of the same consonant sound at the beginning of words in close succession

Example

She used alliteration in her poem to add musicality.

她在诗中使用了头韵来增加音乐性。

B2 verb /əkˈnɒlɪdʒ/

acknowledge

承认

Meaning

to accept or admit the existence or truth of something; to recognize

Example

She acknowledged her mistake and apologized.

她承认了她的错误并道歉。

Meaning

having no leader or head; headless

Example

The acephalous group soon fell into disorganization.

B2 adjective /ˈædmərəbəl/

Admirable

值得钦佩的

Meaning

প্রশংসনীয়; চমৎকার;

Example

Her dedication to helping others is truly admirable.

她帮助他人的奉献精神真是令人钦佩。

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。

C2 adjective /əˈkjuː.zəˌtɔːr.i/

accusatory

指责的

Meaning

Suggesting blame or indicating someone has done wrong.

Example

He gave her an accusatory glance.

他投给她一个指责的眼神。

C2 noun /ˌæntiˈsaɪkloʊn/

anticyclone

反气旋

Meaning

A weather system with high atmospheric pressure at its center, usually bringing calm and clear conditions.

Example

An anticyclone brought sunny weather across the region.

一个反气旋带来了晴朗的天气。

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。

B2 noun /eɪd/

aide

助手

Meaning

An assistant or helper, especially to an important person.

Example

The senator’s aide organized the meeting with journalists.

参议员的助手组织了与记者的会议。

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。

C1 noun /ˈɑːrmfʊl/

armful

一臂之力

Meaning

As much as can be carried in one or both arms.

Example

She carried an armful of books into the library.

她带着一臂之力的书走进了图书馆。

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。

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。

C1 verb /ˌæprɪˈhɛnd/

apprehend

逮捕

Meaning

to arrest or seize someone; to understand or perceive something

Example

The police managed to apprehend the thief after a long chase.

警察在一场长时间的追逐后成功逮捕了小偷。

A2 verb /əˈpɒlədʒaɪz/

apologize

道歉

Meaning

to say sorry for something wrong you have done

Example

He apologized for being late to the meeting.

他因迟到而道歉。

C2 noun /ˌætəlˈjeɪ/

atelier

工作室（艺术家或设计师的工作室）

Meaning

A workshop or studio, especially for an artist or designer.

Example

The painter invited us to his atelier to view his new collection.

画家邀请我们去他的工作室，观看他的最新系列作品。

C1 noun esˈθet.ɪks

aesthetics

美学

Meaning

A set of principles concerned with the nature and appreciation of beauty, especially in art and design.

Example

Interior design focuses on aesthetics and functionality.

室内设计专注于美学和功能性。

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 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。

B1 noun ədˈvɛnʧər ˈsiːkərz

Adventure Seekers

冒险者

Meaning

People who actively look for exciting and potentially risky activities or experiences.

Example

Sajek Valley is a popular destination for adventure seekers.

萨杰克谷是冒险者的热门目的地。

C1 verb /əˈpiːz/

appease

安抚 / 满足

Meaning

to calm or pacify someone by meeting their demands

Example

The manager tried to appease the angry customer.

经理试图安抚愤怒的顾客。

A2 noun /ˈæl.fə.bɛt/

alphabet

字母表

Meaning

a set of letters or symbols in a fixed order used to represent the sounds of a language

Example

Children usually learn the alphabet before learning to read words.

孩子们通常在学习阅读单词之前先学习字母表。

B2 noun, verb /ˈɑːrkaɪv/

adhesion

附着

Meaning

the process or state of sticking to something

Example

Strong adhesion is needed for the tiles to stay in place.

瓷砖保持在原位需要强附着力。

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。