B2 adverb /ˈænjuəli/

annually

每年一次

Meaning

once every year; yearly

Example

The company holds a general meeting annually.

公司每年举行一次全体会议。

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 /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。

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。

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 adjective /əˈɡɒɡ/

agog

Meaning

Highly excited by eagerness, curiosity, or anticipation.

Example

The children were agog with excitement as they waited for the magician to appear.

C1 noun /əˈkʌmpənɪmənt/

accompaniment

伴奏

Meaning

Something that goes together with or complements another thing, often music or food.

Example

The dish was served with a spicy sauce as an accompaniment.

这道菜与辣酱一起作为配菜提供。

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。

A2 preposition /əˈɡɛnst/ or /əˈɡeɪnst/

against

Meaning

In opposition to; contrary to; touching or resting on.

Example

They voted against the proposal.

C1 noun /ˈæntlɚ/

antler

鹿角

Meaning

The branched horns on the head of a deer or similar animal, usually shed and regrown annually.

Example

The deer’s antlers grew larger each year.

鹿角每年都会变得更大。

C2 noun /əˈfeɪ.ʒə/

aphasia

Meaning

a medical condition that causes loss of ability to speak or understand language

Example

After the stroke, she was diagnosed with aphasia.

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。

B2 adjective /əˈdʒʌstəbəl/

Adjustable

可调节的; 可修改的; 可调整的;

Meaning

নিয়মযোগ্য; পরিবর্তন-সাধ্য; সমন্বয়যোগ্য;

Example

This chair has an adjustable height feature.

这把椅子有可调节的高度。

C1 adjective eɪˈsɪŋ.krə.nəs

asynchronous

异步的

Meaning

Of or requiring a form of computer control timing protocol in which a specific operation begins upon receipt of an indication that the preceding operation has been completed.

Example

Asynchronous courses allow students to learn at their own pace.

异步课程允许学生以自己的节奏学习。

C2 verb /ˌæd ˈlɪb/

ad-lib

即兴

Meaning

to speak or perform without preparation; to improvise

Example

The comedian ad-libbed a joke when the microphone failed.

喜剧演员在麦克风故障时即兴编了一个笑话。

C1 adjective /əˈsɛndənt/

ascendant

上升的，主导的

Meaning

Rising in power or influence; dominant.

Example

She is an ascendant leader in the political party.

她是政治党派中的一位上升的领袖。

B2 noun /ˈæftərˌlaɪf/

afterlife

Meaning

Life or existence that some believe continues after physical death.

Example

Many cultures have different beliefs about the afterlife.

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 /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。

C1 noun /ˌæfəˈdeɪvɪt/

affidavit

宣誓书

Meaning

a written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation, used as evidence in court

Example

The witness submitted an affidavit to the court.

证人向法院提交了一份宣誓书。

B2 verb /əˈvɜːrt/

avert

避免

Meaning

to prevent something bad from happening or to turn away one's eyes or thoughts

Example

Quick action helped avert a disaster.

快速的行动帮助避免了灾难。

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。

C1 noun /ˌæktʃuˈæləti/

actuality

现实

Meaning

The state of existing in reality rather than in appearance or imagination.

Example

The movie was based on historical actuality.

这部电影基于历史现实。

C1 noun /ˌædʒ.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

agitation

激动

Meaning

a state of nervousness, excitement, or unrest; or action of stirring up public concern

Example

There was visible agitation among the crowd.

人群中有明显的激动。

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。

A1 noun /ˈɛərpleɪn/

airplane

飞机

Meaning

a powered flying vehicle with fixed wings and engines

Example

The airplane took off smoothly from the runway.

飞机平稳地从跑道上起飞。

A2 adjective ˈæktɪv

active

积极的

Meaning

Engaging or ready to engage in physically energetic pursuits; characterized by energetic work, participation, etc.

Example

Active participation in education is vital for progress.

教育中的积极参与对进步至关重要。

B1 adverb /əˈprɒk.sɪ.mət.li/

approximately

大约

Meaning

used to show that something is almost, but not completely, accurate or exact

Example

The journey takes approximately three hours.

这次旅行大约需要三小时。

A2 adjective /ˈɔːfəl/

awful

糟糕

Meaning

very bad or unpleasant

Example

The weather was awful during our trip.

我们旅行时天气很糟糕。

A1 noun/adjective /əˈmerɪkən/

american

美国人

Meaning

relating to the United States or its people

Example

She is an American citizen.

她是一个美国公民。

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。

A2 verb /əˈfɔːrd/

afford

负担得起

Meaning

to have enough money to buy; to be able to spare

Example

I can't afford a new car right now.

我现在买不起一辆新车。

B2 verb /əˈkʌmpəni/

accompany

陪伴

Meaning

to go somewhere with someone as a companion or escort

Example

She asked her friend to accompany her to the concert.

她请她的朋友陪她一起去音乐会。

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。

C1 noun /ˈæftərˌθɔːt/

afterthought

Meaning

Something added or considered later than originally planned.

Example

The gift seemed like an afterthought rather than a genuine gesture.

B2 verb /əˈkweɪnt/

acquaint

使熟悉

Meaning

to make someone familiar with something; to inform or introduce

Example

Please acquaint yourself with the safety guidelines before operating the machine.

请在操作机器前，熟悉安全指导原则。

C1 noun /ˌæn.əˈnɪm.ə.ti/

anonymity

匿名

Meaning

The state of being anonymous; having one's identity kept secret or unknown.

Example

Online anonymity protects users from cyber threats.

在线匿名保护用户免受网络威胁。

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。

B1 adjective /ɑːrˈtɪstɪk/

artistic

艺术的

Meaning

having or revealing natural creative skill

Example

She has an artistic sense of design.

她有艺术的设计感。

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。

B2 noun /ˈeɪkər/

acre

Meaning

a unit of land area equal to 4,840 square yards (about 4,047 square meters)

Example

The farmer owns five acres of fertile land.

B1 noun /əˈsɛmbli/

assembly

集会

Meaning

a group of people gathered together for a common purpose or the act of putting parts together to form something

Example

The school held an assembly to discuss the new rules.

学校举行了一个集会来讨论新的规则。

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。

C1 noun /ˈæntɪˌdoʊt/

antidote

解毒药

Meaning

A substance that neutralizes the effects of a poison; something that relieves or counteracts.

Example

The doctor quickly administered an antidote to the snake venom.

医生迅速给蛇毒注射了解毒药。

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。

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 verb /ˈæntɪkweɪt/

antiquate

过时

Meaning

To make something old-fashioned or obsolete.

Example

The rise of digital cameras antiquated traditional film photography.

数字相机的崛起使传统胶片摄影过时。

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 əˈmend.mənts

amendments

修正案

Meaning

Changes or additions made to improve a text, law, or constitution.

Example

Amendments reflect evolving public needs.

修正案反映了不断发展的公共需求。

C1 adjective /ˈærɪd/

arid

干旱的

Meaning

extremely dry; lacking in interest or excitement

Example

The desert is known for its arid climate.

沙漠以其干旱的气候而闻名。

C1 verb /ˈænɪmeɪt/

animate

动画

Meaning

to bring to life or make lively; to create animation for films or cartoons

Example

The artist will animate the characters for the movie.

艺术家将为电影动画化角色。

A2 preposition /əˈmʌŋ/

among

在...之中

Meaning

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

Example

He was sitting among his friends.

他坐在他的朋友们中间。

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。

B1 verb /əˈlɑːrm/

alarm

惊吓

Meaning

to warn of danger; to frighten or disturb

Example

The loud noise alarmed the residents.

巨响吓到了居民。

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 /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。

C2 noun /əˈɡrɒnəmɪst/

agronomist

农业学家

Meaning

A scientist who studies soil management and crop production.

Example

The agronomist suggested new methods to improve rice yields.

农业学家建议了一些新的方法，以提高水稻产量。

C1 adverb /əˈraɪ/

awry

出错

Meaning

away from the expected or proper direction; wrong or amiss

Example

The plan went awry when the weather suddenly changed.

计划在天气突然变化时出了问题。

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。

C1 noun /əˈsɛsər/

assessor

评估员

Meaning

a person who evaluates or estimates the nature, ability, or quality of something

Example

An external assessor reviewed the project report.

一位外部评估员审查了项目报告。

C1 noun /ˈænərkɪst/

anarchist

无政府主义者

Meaning

a person who believes in or promotes the absence of government or authority

Example

The anarchist group protested against state control.

无政府主义者团体反对国家控制。

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。

B1 adjective /əˈlaɪk/

Alike

相似; 以相同的方式

Meaning

similar in appearance or nature; in the same way

Example

The two sisters look very much alike.

这两个姐妹看起来非常相似。

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。

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 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。

B2 adjective /ˈæbsəluːt/

absolute

绝对

Meaning

total, complete, or without restriction

Example

The dictator had absolute power over the nation.

独裁者拥有对国家的绝对权力。

B2 verb /əˈsɛmbəl/

assemble

集合

Meaning

to gather or bring together in one place

Example

The students assembled in the hall for the meeting.

学生们为了会议在大厅里集合。

B2 noun ɔːˈtɒnəmi

autonomy

自治

Meaning

The right or condition of self-government; freedom from external control or influence.

Example

Autonomy was a primary demand.

自治是一个主要的要求。

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 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 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。

B1 adjective /ˌælfəˈbɛtɪkəl/

alphabetical

字母顺序的

Meaning

Arranged in the order of the letters of the alphabet.

Example

The names were listed in alphabetical order.

名字按字母顺序排列。

B1 adverb /ˈɔːfəli/

awfully

非常

Meaning

in a very great degree; extremely; in a way that is very bad or unpleasant

Example

I am awfully glad to see you again.

再次见到你我非常高兴。

B1 verb /əˈrɛst/

arrest

逮捕

Meaning

to catch and hold by legal authority; to stop suddenly

Example

The police will arrest the suspect tomorrow.

警察明天会逮捕嫌疑人。

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。

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。

B1 adjective /əˈmjuː.zɪŋ/

Amusing

有趣的; 好笑的; 娱乐的

Meaning

causing laughter or providing entertainment; funny; enjoyable

Example

The children found the clown's performance very amusing.

孩子们觉得小丑的表演非常有趣。

B2 adjective /æbˈnɔːr.məl/

abnormal

异常的

Meaning

deviating from what is normal or usual, typically in a way that is undesirable

Example

The doctor noticed an abnormal growth in the patient’s lung.

医生注意到病人肺部出现了异常的生长。

C1 adjective /ˌæpəˈθɛtɪk/

apathetic

Meaning

showing or feeling little or no interest, enthusiasm, or concern

Example

He was apathetic about the outcome of the match.

B1 noun/adjective /ˌæfrɪkən əˈmɛrɪkən/

african-american

非洲裔美国人

Meaning

A person of African descent living in or originating from the United States; relating to such people.

Example

She is proud of her African-American heritage.

她为自己的非洲裔美国人身份感到自豪。

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 adjective /ænˈhaɪdrəs/

anhydrous

Meaning

Containing no water.

Example

The chemist used anhydrous ammonia for the experiment.

A2 noun /əˈbɪləti/

Ability

能力; 技能

Meaning

the power or skill to do something; capacity

Example

She has the ability to solve complex problems.

她有解决复杂问题的能力。

A1 pronoun /ˈɛniwʌn/

anyone

某人

Meaning

any person at all; used to refer to an unspecified person

Example

Does anyone know the answer to this question?

有人知道这个问题的答案吗？

A1 determiner, pronoun, adverb /ɔːl/

all

所有

Meaning

the whole quantity or extent of something; every one of something

Example

She spent all her money on books.

她把所有的钱都花在书上。

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。

C1 adjective /ˌæl.ɡəˈrɪð.mɪk/

algorithmic

基于算法

Meaning

Based on or using algorithms; relating to mathematical rules or procedures.

Example

Algorithmic processes power artificial intelligence systems.

算法过程驱动人工智能系统。

A1 adverb /ɔːlˈredi/

Already

已经; 预先; 之前

Meaning

before now; by this time; previously

Example

I have already finished my homework for today.

我今天的作业已经完成了。

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。

C1 verb əˈkruː

accrue

累积

Meaning

To accumulate or receive (payments or benefits) over time.

Example

Interest accrues on the savings account every month.

每个月储蓄账户上会积累利息。

C1 noun /ˌænɛkˈseɪʃən/

annexation

吞并

Meaning

the act of adding or taking control of territory or property, especially by a state

Example

The annexation of the region led to international condemnation.

该地区的吞并引发了国际谴责。

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。

B1 noun /ˈeə.rə.pleɪn/

Aeroplane

飞机

Meaning

a powered flying vehicle with fixed wings and a weight greater than that of the air it displaces

Example

The aeroplane took off smoothly from the airport runway.

飞机从机场跑道平稳起飞。

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 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。

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。

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。

C1 verb /eɪl/

ail

生病

Meaning

to be ill or suffer from a physical or mental problem; to trouble or afflict

Example

She has been ailing since last winter.

她从去年冬天开始一直生病。

B1 adjective /ˌɔːtəˈmætɪk/

automatic

自动

Meaning

working by itself without direct human control

Example

This car has an automatic transmission.

这辆车有自动变速器。

C1 noun /ˌænəlˈdʒiːzɪk/

analgesic

止痛药

Meaning

A drug or substance that relieves pain.

Example

She took an analgesic to ease her headache.

她吃了止痛药来缓解头痛。

C1 verb /əbˈzɒlv/

absolve

赦免

Meaning

to free someone from blame, guilt, or responsibility; to pardon

Example

The priest absolved him of his sins.

牧师赦免了他所有的罪。

B2 noun/verb /ɔːˈdɪʃən/

audition

试镜

Meaning

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

Example

She auditioned for the lead role in the school play.

她为学校的主角试镜。

B2 noun /ˈæɡ.ə.ni/

Agony

极度的身体或精神痛苦；剧烈的疼痛

Meaning

extreme physical or mental suffering; intense pain

Example

He was in agony after the accident.

事故后他痛苦不堪。

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。

B1 noun /ˈær.əb/

arab

Meaning

a person belonging to the Semitic people of the Middle East and North Africa

Example

He is an Arab living in Dubai.

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。

C1 verb /əˈlʊər/

allure

吸引

Meaning

to attract or tempt someone with something desirable; to entice

Example

The beautiful garden allured visitors from far away.

美丽的花园吸引了远处的游客。

C2 noun /əbˈdʌktər/

abductor

绑架者

Meaning

a person who kidnaps or forcibly takes someone away

Example

The police arrested the abductor after a nationwide search.

警方在长时间搜查后逮捕了绑架者。

C1 noun /ɔːˈdæs.ə.ti/

audacity

胆量

Meaning

The willingness to take bold risks; boldness or fearlessness.

Example

His audacity to question authority was admirable.

他质疑权威的胆量令人钦佩。

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 adjective /ˈæstrəl/

astral

Meaning

Relating to the stars or to spiritual, non-physical realms.

Example

Some believe in astral projection, the ability to leave the body and travel spiritually.

C1 noun ˈælərdʒən

allergen

引发过敏反应的物质

Meaning

A substance that causes an allergic reaction.

Example

Pollen is a common allergen that affects many people.

花粉是常见的过敏原，影响许多人。

C1 adjective /iːsˈθɛθɪkəl/

aesthetical

美学的

Meaning

concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty; related to artistic taste or appearance

Example

The architect focused on the aesthetical balance of the building.

建筑师注重建筑的美学平衡。

C1 noun /ˈɔːtəkræt/

autocrat

独裁者

Meaning

A ruler with absolute power.

Example

The autocrat controlled the country with an iron fist.

这个独裁者以铁拳统治着国家。

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。

C1 noun /əˈdʒeɪsənsi/

adjacency

邻近性

Meaning

The state of being next to or adjoining something else.

Example

The adjacency of the two buildings made it easy to connect them.

这两座建筑物的邻近性使得它们的连接变得容易。

B2 noun /ˈærəɡəns/

Arrogance

傲慢

Meaning

having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities

Example

His arrogance made him unpopular among his colleagues.

他的傲慢使他在同事中不受欢迎。

C2 noun /ˈændaɪərn/

andiron

金属木柴支架

Meaning

a metal support used in a fireplace to hold logs

Example

The logs rested on the andirons in the old fireplace.

木柴安放在旧壁炉的安迪龙上。

B2 noun /əˈdʒʌstmənt/

adjustment

Meaning

a small change made to improve something or make it work better

Example

The doctor made an adjustment to the patient’s medication.

C2 noun /ˈæpəfθɛm/

apophthegm

简短、机智且富有教育意义的谚语或格言

Meaning

A short, pithy, and instructive saying or maxim.

Example

She always had a witty apophthegm to share at meetings.

她总是有一个机智的阿波夫塞姆，在会议上分享。