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C2 verb /ˌænɪmədˈvɜːt/

animadvert

批评
Meaning
To comment critically or unfavorably.
Example
The teacher animadverted on the student's careless mistakes.
老师批评了学生的粗心错误。
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。
C2 noun /ˈæl.mɪ.rə/

Almirah

衣柜
Meaning
a large cupboard or wardrobe used for storing clothes and other items
Example
I keep all my clothes in the wooden almirah.
我把所有的衣服都放在木制衣橱里。
C2 noun /ˌɔːskʌlˈteɪʃən/

auscultation

听诊
Meaning
The act of listening to internal sounds of the body, typically using a stethoscope.
Example
The doctor performed auscultation to check the patient’s lungs.
医生进行了听诊，以检查病人的肺部。
C2 verb /əˈvaʊ/

avow

公开宣誓
Meaning
to openly declare or admit something, often publicly and firmly
Example
He avowed his loyalty to the cause without hesitation.
他毫不犹豫地公开宣誓忠诚于事业。
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 adjective /ˈæpəˌleɪt/

appellate

与上诉有关
Meaning
relating to appeals in a court of law
Example
The case was taken to an appellate court.
案件被提交给了上诉法院。
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 adjective /eɪˈsɛptɪk/

aseptic

无菌的
Meaning
Free from contamination caused by harmful microorganisms; sterile.
Example
Surgeons must work in an aseptic environment to prevent infection.
外科医生必须在无菌环境中工作，以防止感染。
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 adjective /əˈstrɪndʒənt/

astringent

严厉的
Meaning
sharp or severe in manner or style; also describes a substance that contracts skin or body tissues
Example
Her astringent tone silenced the noisy class.
她那严厉的语气让嘈杂的课堂安静下来。
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 adjective /ˌækrəˈmætɪk/

achromatic

无色的
Meaning
without color; free from color
Example
The designer chose an achromatic palette of black, white, and gray.
设计师选择了黑色、白色和灰色的无色调色板。
C2 noun /ˌæd.ʌmˈbreɪ.ʃən/

adumbration

模糊的预兆
Meaning
a vague foreshadowing or symbolic representation of something
Example
The play offers an adumbration of the political unrest to come.
这部剧提供了即将到来的政治动荡的模糊预兆。
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 /ˌæriˈviːst/

arriviste

新贵
Meaning
A person who has recently gained wealth or status but is considered arrogant or socially unsophisticated.
Example
The business world is full of ambitious arrivistes.
商业世界充满了雄心勃勃的新贵。
C2 noun /ˈɑːriə/

aria

独唱曲
Meaning
a solo vocal piece with instrumental accompaniment, typically in an opera
Example
The soprano performed a moving aria during the second act.
女高音在第二幕演唱了一首感人的阿丽娅。
C2 noun /əˈbeɪəns/

abeyance

暂时中止
Meaning
a state of temporary suspension or inactivity
Example
The project was held in abeyance until funds became available.
该项目已暂停，直到资金可用。
C2 adjective /ɑːrˈbɔːr.i.əl/

arboreal

与树相关
Meaning
Relating to trees or living in trees; tree-dwelling.
Example
Monkeys are arboreal animals that spend most of their time in trees.
猴子是树栖动物，它们大部分时间都待在树上。
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 adjective /ænˈhaɪdrəs/

anhydrous

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

academician

学者
Meaning
a member of an academy; a scholar or expert in a field of study
Example
The academicians gathered to discuss the future of education.
学者们聚在一起讨论教育的未来。
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 verb /ˈæmbl/

amble

慢慢走
Meaning
To walk at a slow, relaxed pace.
Example
They amble through the park on Sunday mornings.
他们在星期天早上悠闲地走过公园。
C2 verb /ˈɔːltərˌkeɪt/

altercate

争论
Meaning
to argue or dispute angrily or noisily
Example
The neighbors began to altercate over the boundary wall.
邻居们开始争论边界墙。
C2 adjective /əˈskjuː/

askew

歪斜
Meaning
Not in a straight or level position; crooked or tilted.
Example
The picture on the wall hung slightly askew.
墙上的画稍微歪斜。
C2 noun /əˈnæθəmə/

anathema

厄奈赛玛 / 被憎恶的事物
Meaning
something or someone intensely disliked or strongly condemned
Example
Violence is anathema to her peaceful nature.
暴力对她平和的性格是厄奈赛玛。
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 adjective /əˈsɜːrbɪk/

acerbic

尖刻的
Meaning
sharp, harsh, or bitter in tone or taste
Example
His acerbic comments offended many people in the meeting.
他的尖刻评论冒犯了会议中的许多人。
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。
C2 noun /əˈdʌltərənt/

adulterant

掺假物质
Meaning
a substance added to something else, often food or drink, to reduce its quality or strength
Example
The laboratory found an adulterant in the milk samples.
实验室在牛奶样本中发现了掺假物质。
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 verb /əbˈskɒnd/

abscond

逃跑
Meaning
to leave secretly and quickly, often to avoid arrest or punishment
Example
The thief tried to abscond with the stolen jewelry.
小偷试图带着被盗的珠宝逃跑。
C2 noun /əbˈhɒrəns/

abhorrence

厌恶
Meaning
a feeling of strong disgust or hatred
Example
He expressed his abhorrence of racial discrimination.
他表达了对种族歧视的厌恶。
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 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 /ˈæn.oʊd/

anode

正极
Meaning
The positive electrode in a device such as a battery, where current flows into a polarized electrical device.
Example
The anode of the battery was corroded after long use.
电池的正极在长时间使用后被腐蚀了。
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 noun /ˈæpədʒiː/

apogee

顶点
Meaning
the highest or most distant point; the climax or peak of something
Example
The empire reached its apogee during the 18th century.
帝国在18世纪达到了它的顶点。
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。
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。
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 /ˈæp.ɪˌkʌl.tʃər/

apiculture

养蜂
Meaning
The practice of keeping and raising bees for honey and other products.
Example
Apiculture plays a vital role in agriculture by supporting pollination.
养蜂在农业中起着至关重要的作用，支持授粉。
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 adjective /əˈluːviəl/

alluvial

冲积的
Meaning
Relating to or derived from alluvium (loose soil or sediment deposited by rivers).
Example
The farmers cultivate crops on the fertile alluvial plains.
农民在肥沃的冲积平原上种植作物。
C2 adverb /ˌeɪˈmɔːrəli/

amorally

非道德地
Meaning
In a way that shows no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong.
Example
He acted amorally, ignoring the consequences of his actions.
他以非道德的方式行事，忽视了他的行为后果。
C2 verb /əˈlɪtəreɪt/

alliterate

使用押头韵
Meaning
to repeat the same consonant sound at the beginning of words in a phrase or sentence
Example
The poet often alliterates words to create rhythm.
诗人经常押头韵来创造节奏。
C2 noun /əˈsper.ɪ.ti/

asperity

Meaning
Harshness of tone, manner, or surface.
Example
She spoke with asperity when she was interrupted.
C2 verb /ˈædjʊˌleɪt/

adulate

过度奉承
Meaning
to praise or flatter excessively
Example
The fans adulated the actor after his performance.
粉丝们在演员的表演后赞美了他。
C2 adverb /əˈθwɔːrt/

athwart

横向地, 反对
Meaning
Across or in opposition to something.
Example
A fallen tree lay athwart the road, blocking traffic.
一棵倒下的树横在路上，阻碍了交通。
C2 adjective /ɔːˈrɪfərəs/

auriferous

含金的
Meaning
Containing or producing gold.
Example
The miners discovered an auriferous vein in the mountains.
矿工在山中发现了一个含金的矿脉。
C2 noun /ˌæpəˈleɪʃən/

appellation

名称 / 称号
Meaning
a name or title
Example
The city has earned the appellation 'The Big Apple'.
这座城市获得了‘大苹果’的称号。
C2 noun /əˈrɪə/

arrear

欠款
Meaning
A debt or payment that is overdue and unpaid.
Example
He was sued for an arrear of rent.
他因未付租金的欠款被起诉。
C2 noun əˌten.juˈeɪ.ʃən

attenuation

衰减, 减弱, 缩小
Meaning
The reduction of the force, effect, or value of something.
Example
The attenuation of sound waves affects communication.
声音波的衰减会影响通讯。
C2 verb /əˈbɛt/

abet

Meaning
to encourage or assist someone to commit a crime or wrongdoing
Example
He was accused of abetting the criminals in their escape.
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 adjective /əˈsɛt.ɪk/

ascetic

苦行
Meaning
Practicing strict self-denial and abstaining from worldly pleasures, often for religious reasons.
Example
He lived an ascetic life in the mountains, far from worldly comforts.
他在山区过着苦行生活，远离世俗的安逸。
C2 noun /əˈpɒfəsɪs/

apophasis

Meaning
A rhetorical device where the speaker brings up a subject by denying it or pretending to pass over it.
Example
The politician used apophasis by saying, 'I won’t even mention my opponent’s scandals.'
C2 noun /əˈkjuːtnəs/

acuteness

敏锐性；严重程度
Meaning
sharpness of mind or senses; severity or intensity of a condition
Example
Her acuteness allowed her to notice details others missed.
她的敏锐性让她注意到别人忽略的细节。
C2 noun /ˈɔːlmənæk/

almanac

年鉴
Meaning
An annual publication containing calendars, weather forecasts, astronomical data, and other useful information.
Example
He consulted the almanac to check the phases of the moon.
他查阅了年鉴，以查看月亮的各个阶段。
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 /ˈɪəri/ or /ˈɛəri/

aery

鹰巢
Meaning
An eagle’s nest, or a lofty, airy dwelling.
Example
The eagle perched proudly near its aery high on the cliff.
鹰骄傲地停在悬崖上的它的巢附近。
C2 adjective /əˈfɔːrsed/

Aforesaid

之前提到的
Meaning
mentioned before; previously stated
Example
The aforesaid conditions must be met before approval.
之前提到的条件必须在批准前完成。
C2 noun /ˈɔːldərmənʃɪp/

aldermanship

市议员职位
Meaning
The office, position, or dignity of an alderman.
Example
He was honored with aldermanship after years of service.
他在多年服务后，因市议员职位而获奖。
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 /ˈæpəˌsteɪt/

apostate

叛教者
Meaning
A person who renounces a religious or political belief or principle.
Example
He was labeled an apostate after abandoning the faith of his community.
他在放弃自己社群的信仰后，被贴上了叛教者的标签。
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 adjective /əˈθɜːrst/

athirst

渴望, 渴求
Meaning
Very eager or desirous for something.
Example
The explorer was athirst for adventure.
探险家渴望冒险。
C2 noun /ˈæntɪk/

antic

滑稽
Meaning
a playful, funny, or silly act or gesture
Example
The children laughed at the clown’s antics.
孩子们笑着看小丑的滑稽动作。
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 verb /ˈæpɪtaɪz/

appetize

刺激食欲
Meaning
to stimulate the appetite; to make someone eager or interested
Example
The aroma of fresh bread will appetize the guests before dinner.
新鲜面包的香味会刺激客人的食欲。
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 /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 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 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 verb /əˈniːl/

anneal

通过加热使硬化
Meaning
To heat and cool metal or glass to make it stronger or less brittle.
Example
The blacksmith annealed the steel to improve its durability.
铁匠为了提高钢的耐久性进行了退火。
C2 adjective /ˌæd.vɛnˈtɪʃ.əs/

adventitious

偶然的
Meaning
Happening by chance or accident, not planned.
Example
His success was partly due to adventitious circumstances.
他的成功部分归因于偶然的情况。
C2 noun /ˈɛərəˌnɔːt/

aeronaut

气球飞行员
Meaning
A person who travels in an airship, balloon, or other aircraft.
Example
The aeronaut skillfully guided the hot-air balloon across the valley.
气球飞行员熟练地引导热气球穿过山谷。
C2 adjective /əˈmɔːrfəs/

amorphous

无定形
Meaning
Lacking a clear shape or form; without a defined structure.
Example
The plan remained amorphous and lacked concrete details.
该计划保持无定形，缺乏具体细节。
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 noun /əˈpɒθəˌkɛri/

apothecary

药剂师
Meaning
A historical term for a person who prepared and sold medicines and drugs.
Example
The village apothecary provided remedies for many common illnesses.
村里的药剂师为许多常见的疾病提供了治疗。
C2 noun /əˌpɒθiˈoʊsɪs/

apotheosis

神化, 顶峰
Meaning
The highest point of development; the perfect example of something; the elevation of someone to divine status.
Example
Many see the Renaissance as the apotheosis of art and culture in Europe.
许多人认为文艺复兴是欧洲艺术和文化的巅峰。
C2 verb /æbˈdʒʊər/

abjure

放弃
Meaning
to formally renounce or give up a belief, cause, or claim
Example
He abjured his allegiance to the old regime.
他放弃了对旧政权的忠诚。
C2 adjective /ˈæbdʒɛkt/

abject

可鄙
Meaning
extremely bad, unpleasant, and degrading
Example
They lived in abject poverty.
他们生活在可鄙的贫困中。
C2 noun /əˈkwaɪərmənt/

acquirement

获得；习得的能力
Meaning
the act of acquiring something; something that has been acquired, especially a skill or possession
Example
Language proficiency is an important acquirement for global careers.
语言能力是全球职业中的一项重要获得。
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 /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 adjective əˈdrɔɪt

adroit

熟练的, 灵巧的, 精通的
Meaning
clever or skillful in using the hands or mind.
Example
She is adroit at solving complex problems.
她擅长解决复杂的问题。
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。
C2 adverb /əˈsʌndər/

asunder

分成碎片
Meaning
into separate parts; apart
Example
The ancient empire was torn asunder by war.
古老的帝国在战争中被撕裂成碎片。
C2 adjective /ˌækwiˈɛsənt/

acquiescent

默许的
Meaning
ready to accept something without protest, or to do what someone else wants
Example
He gave an acquiescent smile and agreed to the plan.
他露出了一个默许的微笑，同意了这个计划。
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。
C2 noun /ˈæmpərˌsænd/

ampersand

安珀桑德
Meaning
The symbol '&' used to represent the word 'and'.
Example
Use an ampersand instead of writing the word 'and' in the company name.
在公司名称中使用安珀桑德代替'和'这个词。
C2 noun /ˈɑːm.lət/

Armlet

臂环
Meaning
a band worn around the upper arm as an ornament
Example
The traditional dancer wore golden armlets that gleamed in the spotlight.
传统舞者佩戴着金色的臂环，在聚光灯下闪闪发光。
C2 verb /ˈæd.l̩/

addle

迷惑
Meaning
To confuse or muddle someone’s mind.
Example
The complicated instructions only served to addle him.
复杂的指令只会让他感到困惑。
C2 noun əˈdʒuː.dɪ.kə.tɪv ˈbɒd.i

adjudicative body

裁决机构
Meaning
An official organization that has the authority to judge disputes and make decisions.
Example
The adjudicative body deliberated on the case.
裁定机构对案件进行了审议。
C2 adjective /ˈæfərənt/

afferent

传入
Meaning
carrying impulses toward a central organ or part, especially toward the brain or spinal cord
Example
Afferent nerves carry signals from the body to the brain.
传入神经将信号从身体传送到大脑。
C2 adjective /ˈæmbjələˌtɔːri/

ambulatory

门诊病人
Meaning
Relating to or able to walk; relating to outpatient medical care.
Example
The patient is ambulatory and does not require bed rest.
病人是门诊患者，不需要卧床休息。
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 /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 /ˌæp.rɪˈhen.sə.bəl/

Apprehensible

可理解的
Meaning
able to be understood or grasped; comprehensible
Example
The complex theory became apprehensible after the professor's explanation.
复杂的理论在教授的讲解后变得可理解。
C2 adjective /æmˈbroʊʒiəl/

ambrosial

神仙的
Meaning
Exceptionally pleasing to taste or smell; divine.
Example
The aroma of freshly baked bread was simply ambrosial.
刚烤好的面包香气简直是神仙的。
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 /ˌæk.rɪˈmoʊ.ni.əs/

acrimonious

尖刻和愤怒
Meaning
Bitter and angry, often involving harsh words.
Example
The debate turned acrimonious after the controversial remark.
辩论在争议性评论后变得尖刻。
C2 noun /ˈeɪʒən swɒmp iːl/

Asian swamp eel

亚洲沼泽鳗
Meaning
a snake-like freshwater fish that can survive in muddy waters and is considered a delicacy in South Asian cuisine
Example
Asian swamp eel can breathe air and survive in shallow muddy waters.
亚洲沼泽鳗能呼吸空气并在浑浊的浅水中生存。
C2 noun /ˌækwəˈpɒnɪks/

aquaponics

水培水产
Meaning
A system of aquaculture in which the waste produced by farmed fish or other aquatic animals supplies nutrients for plants grown hydroponically.
Example
Aquaponics efficiently utilizes water by integrating fish and plant farming.
水培水产通过将鱼类和植物养殖结合有效利用水资源。
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 /əˈkuːtə/

accoutre

装饰
Meaning
to dress or equip, especially in something impressive or elaborate
Example
The knight was accoutred in shining armor.
骑士穿着闪亮的盔甲。
C2 adjective /əˈbɔːrtɪv/

abortive

失败的
Meaning
Failing to produce the intended result; unsuccessful.
Example
Their abortive attempt to climb the mountain ended in retreat.
他们登山的失败尝试以撤退告终。
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 /ˈæntiruːm/

anteroom

前厅
Meaning
A small room leading to a main one, often used as a waiting area.
Example
The guests waited in the anteroom before being called inside.
客人在被叫进去之前在前厅等待。
C2 noun /ˌædjʊˈleɪʃən/

adulation

过度的赞美
Meaning
excessive admiration or flattery
Example
The singer enjoyed the adulation of her fans.
这位歌手享受了粉丝们的过度赞美。
C2 adjective /eɪˈrɪðmɪk/

arrhythmic

心律不齐
Meaning
Lacking a regular rhythm or beat.
Example
The patient had an arrhythmic heartbeat.
病人的心跳不规律。
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 noun /əˈpɜːrtənəns/

appurtenance

附属物 / 配件
Meaning
an accessory or supplementary part of something
Example
The garage is an appurtenance of the main house.
车库是主屋的附属部分。
C2 adjective /ˌæktʃuˈɛəriəl/

actuarial

精算的
Meaning
Relating to actuaries or their work of analyzing financial risk and uncertainty, especially in insurance and pensions.
Example
The company relied on actuarial reports to set insurance premiums.
公司依赖精算报告来设定保险费率。
C2 verb /əˈɡræn.daɪz/

aggrandize

扩大
Meaning
To increase the power, wealth, or importance of a person or entity.
Example
The politician tried to aggrandize himself through exaggerated claims.
政治家试图通过夸张的说法来扩大自己的权力。
C2 noun /əˈstɪɡmətɪzəm/

astigmatism

散光
Meaning
An eye defect causing blurred vision due to irregular curvature of the cornea or lens.
Example
She wears glasses to correct her astigmatism.
她戴眼镜来矫正她的散光。
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 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 noun /ɔːl/

awl

锥子
Meaning
a small pointed tool used for making holes, especially in leather
Example
The cobbler used an awl to punch holes in the leather.
鞋匠用锥子在皮革上打孔。