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。

B2 noun /flɔː/

flaw

缺陷

Meaning

a defect or imperfection in something

Example

The diamond had a small flaw that was barely visible.

钻石有一个几乎看不见的小缺陷。

B2 adjective /ˈwʊd biː/

Would-be

有前途的; 可能的;

Meaning

prospective; intending to be; aspiring

Example

The would-be actor practiced his lines every day.

这个有前途的演员每天都在练习台词。

B2 verb /ɪkˈsploʊd/

explode

爆炸

Meaning

to burst or shatter violently and noisily as a result of rapid combustion or pressure

Example

The bomb exploded in the middle of the street.

炸弹在街中央爆炸了。

B2 adjective ɪkˈstɪŋkt

extinct

灭绝

Meaning

No longer in existence; having died out completely.

Example

Some species are becoming extinct due to overfishing.

一些物种由于过度捕捞而濒临灭绝。

B2 noun /ˈaʊt.saɪ.dər/

Out-sider

局外人

Meaning

a person who does not belong to a particular group; someone not accepted by a group

Example

As an outsider, he found it difficult to understand their traditions.

作为外人，他发现很难理解他们的传统。

B2 noun /kəˈθɒlɪsɪzəm/

catholicism

天主教

Meaning

The faith, practice, and church order of the Roman Catholic Church.

Example

Catholicism has a long history and rich traditions.

天主教有着悠久的历史和丰富的传统。

B2 noun ɪˈmjuː.nɪ.ti

immunity

免疫力

Meaning

The ability of an organism to resist a particular infection or toxin by the action of specific antibodies.

Example

A strong immunity protects against infections.

强大的免疫力可以防止感染。

B2 adjective /ˈlɛŋθi/

lengthy

漫长

Meaning

long in duration or extent

Example

The meeting was lengthy, lasting over three hours.

会议很长，持续了三个小时以上。

B2 verb /ɪmˈbɒdi/

embody

体现

Meaning

To give tangible or visible form to an idea, quality, or feeling.

Example

She embodies the spirit of generosity.

她体现了慷慨的精神。

B2 noun /nʌn/

Nun

修女

Meaning

a woman who has taken vows in a religious order and lives in a convent

Example

The nun taught at the local Catholic school.

修女在当地的天主教学校授课。

B2 adjective /ˈθʌroʊ/

thorough

彻底的, 详尽的

Meaning

complete with regard to every detail; not superficial or partial

Example

The report was thorough and well-researched.

报告很彻底且做了充分的研究。

B2 adjective daɪˈvɜːs

diverse

多样的

Meaning

Showing a great deal of variety; very different.

Example

Diverse industries enhance economic resilience.

多样化的产业增强了经济韧性。

B2 adjective səˈsteɪ.nə.bəl

sustainable

可持续的

Meaning

Able to be maintained at a certain rate or level; conserving an ecological balance.

Example

Sustainable practices mitigate environmental impact.

可持续的实践减少了对环境的影响。

B2 noun ˈaʊt.pʊt

output

产量

Meaning

The amount of something produced by a person, machine, or industry.

Example

Climate change reduces agricultural output.

气候变化减少农业产量。

B2 verb /əˈsaɪn/

assign

分配

Meaning

to give someone a task, duty, or responsibility

Example

The manager will assign tasks to the new employees.

经理将给新员工分配任务。

B2 noun ˈlæbrətɔːriz

laboratories

实验室

Meaning

A room or building equipped for scientific experiments, research, or teaching, or for the manufacture of drugs or chemicals.

Example

Advanced laboratories enabled groundbreaking discoveries.

先进的实验室促进了突破性的发现。

B2 adverb /əˈfɪʃəli/

officially

正式地

Meaning

in a formal or authorized way

Example

The building was officially opened by the mayor.

这座建筑由市长正式开幕。

B2 noun/verb /ˈfɒs.tər.ɪŋ/

fostering

培养

Meaning

The process of encouraging or promoting the development or growth of something; nurturing and caring for.

Example

Good teachers play a key role in fostering creativity in students.

好老师在促进学生创造力方面发挥着关键作用。

B2 adjective /ˌdɪsəˈɡriːəbl/

disagreeable

令人不悦

Meaning

Unpleasant or offensive; causing discomfort or annoyance.

Example

The weather was cold and disagreeable.

天气寒冷且令人不悦。

B2 noun/verb /ˈsæd.əl/

saddle

马鞍; 使某人承担责任

Meaning

A seat fastened on the back of a horse for riding; to burden someone with a responsibility.

Example

He saddled the horse before going for a ride.

他在骑马之前给马鞍上鞍。

B2 noun /ˈkwɔː.tərz/

Quarters

宿舍; 兵营; 军事住房

Meaning

living accommodation; lodgings; military housing

Example

The soldiers returned to their quarters after the training exercise.

士兵们在训练后返回了他们的宿舍。

B2 adjective /əˈpærənt/

apparent

显而易见

Meaning

Clearly visible or understood; obvious.

Example

It soon became apparent that he was not telling the truth.

很快就变得显而易见，他没有说实话。

B2 adverb /ˈnoʊtəbli/

notably

显著地

Meaning

used to indicate something worthy of attention or significant

Example

She is notably talented in painting.

她在绘画方面非常有才华。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈbæləns/

Unbalanced

不平衡的; 不稳定的

Meaning

not balanced; lacking stability or equilibrium; mentally unstable

Example

The unbalanced table kept wobbling.

不平衡的桌子摇晃着。

B2 noun /ˈlɪn.ən/

linen

麻布织物

Meaning

A strong cloth made from the fibers of the flax plant, or items made from this cloth such as sheets or clothing.

Example

She bought new linen curtains for the living room.

她为客厅买了新的麻布窗帘。

B2 noun /prəˈmoʊ.tər/

promoter

推广员

Meaning

A person or organization that helps to organize or finance an event, business, or product launch.

Example

The promoter organized a concert for the new band.

推广员为新乐队组织了一场音乐会。

B2 adverb /ˈsiː.mɪŋ.li/

seemingly

表面上, 看起来平静

Meaning

appearing to be true, but not necessarily so

Example

He was seemingly calm despite the chaos around him.

尽管周围一片混乱，他看起来平静。

B2 adjective /ˈθɜːrməl/

thermal

热的

Meaning

Related to heat or temperature.

Example

She wore a thermal jacket to stay warm in winter.

她穿着一件热的夹克，在冬天保持温暖。

B2 noun /ˈfɪlmˌmeɪkər/

filmmaker

电影制作人

Meaning

a person who makes films, typically as a profession

Example

He is a well-known filmmaker in the industry.

他是业内著名的电影制作人。

B2 adjective ˌkɑː.bən ˈnjuː.trəl

carbon-neutral

碳中和

Meaning

Having a balance between emitting carbon and absorbing carbon from the atmosphere; not adding to overall carbon emissions.

Example

The company aims to be carbon-neutral by 2030.

该公司计划在2030年实现碳中和。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnsəˈfɪʃənt/

insufficient

不足的

Meaning

Not enough; inadequate.

Example

His explanation was insufficient to clear the confusion.

他的解释不足以清除混乱。

B2 noun /ˈfer.i boʊt/

Ferry-boat

渡船

Meaning

a boat that carries passengers and vehicles across water

Example

We took the ferry-boat to cross the river.

我们坐渡船过河。

B2 adjective ˌsɪm.əlˈteɪ.ni.əs

simultaneous

同时

Meaning

Occurring, operating, or done at the same time.

Example

Simultaneous crop failures affect global food supply.

同时的作物失败影响全球食品供应。

B2 noun /kəˈtæstrəfi/

catastrophe

灾难

Meaning

A sudden and widespread disaster or misfortune.

Example

The earthquake was a catastrophe for the entire region.

地震对整个地区来说是一次灾难。

B2 verb /əˈrɪdʒɪneɪt/

originate

起源

Meaning

to come into existence; to begin; to create or produce

Example

The tradition originated in ancient times.

这个传统起源于古代。

B2 noun ˌrɛstəˈreɪʃən

restoration

修复

Meaning

The process of returning something to its former condition.

Example

The restoration of the forest began after decades of neglect.

森林的修复开始于数十年的忽视之后。

B2 noun /kəˈrɪkjələm/

curriculum

课程

Meaning

The subjects comprising a course of study in a school, college, or university.

Example

The school updated its curriculum to include more digital literacy courses.

学校更新了其课程，增加了更多的数字素养课程。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.tər/

counter

柜台

Meaning

a flat surface in a shop, bank, or kitchen where transactions or work are done

Example

The cashier stood behind the counter.

收银员站在柜台后面。

B2 noun /ˈædvəkəsi/

advocacy

倡导

Meaning

public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy

Example

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

她对儿童权利的倡导为她赢得了国际认可。

B2 noun /ˈkʌm.pəs/

Compass

罗盘

Meaning

an instrument for finding direction with a magnetic needle pointing to magnetic north

Example

The hiker used a compass to find the right direction.

登山者使用罗盘来寻找正确的方向。

B2 noun /dɪˌskrɪm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Discrimination

歧视; 不公正待遇; 偏见

Meaning

the unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people; recognition of difference

Example

The company was sued for racial discrimination in their hiring practices.

该公司因其招聘中存在种族歧视而被起诉。

B2 adjective /kɔːrs/

coarse

粗糙, 粗鲁

Meaning

Rough in texture or manner; not smooth or refined.

Example

The fabric felt coarse to the touch.

这块布料摸起来很粗糙。

B2 noun /ˈmɪn.ɪ.stri/

Ministry

部委

Meaning

A government department responsible for a particular area of public administration

Example

The Ministry of Education announced new policies for schools.

教育部宣布了新的学校政策。

B2 noun/verb /pəʊl/

poll

民意调查

Meaning

a survey of public opinion or voting in an election

Example

The poll revealed that most people favored the new policy.

民意调查显示大多数人支持新政策。

B2 verb /ˈmɑː.vəl/

marvel

惊叹

Meaning

To be filled with wonder or astonishment.

Example

People marvel at their surroundings.

人们对他们的周围环境感到惊叹。

B2 noun /ˌpiːdiəˈtrɪʃən/

pediatrician

儿科医生

Meaning

a doctor who specializes in the medical care of children

Example

The pediatrician examined the child carefully.

儿科医生仔细地检查了孩子。

B2 noun /ˈfjuː.nər.əl/

Funeral

葬礼

Meaning

a ceremony typically held shortly after a person's death, usually including burial or cremation

Example

Hundreds of people attended the funeral to pay their respects to the beloved teacher.

成千上万的人参加了葬礼，向亲爱的老师致敬。

B2 noun /ɪˈliːt/ or /eɪˈliːt/

elite

精英

Meaning

A select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities.

Example

Only the elite were invited to the exclusive event.

只有精英才被邀请参加独家活动。

B2 noun ˈæsɪd reɪn

acid rain

酸雨

Meaning

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

Example

Acid rain damages crops and buildings.

酸雨损害农作物和建筑物。

B2 noun /ˈʌndərkləʊðz/

underclothes

内衣

Meaning

Clothing worn beneath outer clothes, such as underwear or lingerie

Example

He folded his underclothes neatly before packing them.

他在打包前把内衣叠得整整齐齐。

B2 adjective /ˈslʌɡ.ɪʃ/

Sluggish

迟缓; 无力; 不活跃

Meaning

slow-moving; lacking energy or alertness; inactive

Example

The old computer became sluggish after running for hours.

那台旧电脑运行了几个小时后变得迟缓。

B2 noun /ˈsɑːrˌkæzəm/

sarcasm

讽刺

Meaning

The use of irony to mock or convey contempt.

Example

His sarcasm often made people laugh but sometimes offended them.

他的讽刺经常让人发笑，但有时也会冒犯他们。

Meaning

to make someone less confident or enthusiastic about doing something

Example

Failure should not discourage you from trying again.

B2 noun /ˈaɪ.dəl/

Idol

偶像; 受人崇拜的人

Meaning

an image or representation of a god used as an object of worship; a person who is greatly admired

Example

The singer became a teenage idol after her hit song topped the charts worldwide.

这位歌手在她的热门歌曲登顶全球排行榜后成为了青少年偶像。

B2 adjective /ˈjuːθfəl/

Youthful

年轻的; 充满活力和新鲜感

Meaning

having the qualities of youth; energetic and fresh

Example

Her youthful energy impressed everyone at work.

她的青春活力给工作上的每个人留下了深刻印象。

B2 verb /ˈdɛzɪɡneɪt/

designate

指定

Meaning

to officially assign, appoint, or indicate something or someone

Example

The committee will designate a new chairperson next week.

委员会下周将指定一位新主席。

B2 adverb /ˈhev.ɪ.li/

Heavily

猛烈地; 强烈地

Meaning

with great weight; to a great degree; intensely

Example

It rained heavily throughout the night.

整个晚上都在猛烈下雨。

B2 adjective /ˈʃeɪm.fəl/

Shameful

可耻的; 不光彩的; 令人尴尬的

Meaning

causing shame; disgraceful; embarrassing

Example

His shameful behavior embarrassed the entire family.

他可耻的行为让整个家庭感到尴尬。

B2 noun /ˈbriː.ðɪŋ tɛkˌniːks/

breathing techniques

呼吸技巧

Meaning

Methods of controlling breathing to achieve relaxation and improve health.

Example

Breathing techniques help in reducing stress and anxiety.

呼吸技巧有助于减少压力和焦虑。

B2 adverb /wɛərˈbaɪ/

whereby

通过

Meaning

by which; because of which

Example

The company agreed to a contract whereby it would pay the penalty.

公司同意了一份合同，通过它将支付罚款。

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊbər/

Sober

清醒的；严肃而深思的；适度的

Meaning

not affected by alcohol; serious and thoughtful; moderate

Example

He remained sober throughout the celebration.

他在整个庆典期间保持清醒。

B2 noun /ˌɪn.dɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

Indication

指示；标志

Meaning

a sign or piece of information that indicates something; a suggestion or hint

Example

The dark clouds were a clear indication that a storm was approaching the area.

乌云是明显的迹象，表明暴风雨正在接近该地区。

B2 noun /buˈkeɪ/

Bouquet

花束

Meaning

an attractively arranged bunch of flowers, especially one presented as a gift or carried at a ceremony

Example

The bride carried a beautiful bouquet of white roses down the aisle.

新娘携带着美丽的白玫瑰花束走过过道。

B2 noun /ˈlænd.lɔːrd/

Land lord

房东

Meaning

a person who owns property and rents it to tenants

Example

The landlord collected the monthly rent from all tenants.

房东从所有租户那里收取了每月租金。

B2 noun /djuː/

Dew

露水

Meaning

tiny drops of water that form on cool surfaces at night when atmospheric water vapour condenses

Example

The morning dew glistened on the grass.

早晨的露珠在草地上闪闪发光。

B2 noun ˌkɒm.prɪˈhɛn.ʃən

comprehension

理解

Meaning

The ability to understand something; understanding or grasp of knowledge.

Example

Reading improves vocabulary and comprehension skills.

阅读提高词汇量和理解能力。

B2 verb /ɪkˈspɛl/

expel

开除

Meaning

to officially force someone to leave a place or organization

Example

The student was expelled from school for misconduct.

这名学生因不良行为被学校开除。

B2 noun /ˈsikwəns/

Sequence

序列

Meaning

a particular order in which related events, movements, or things follow each other; a set of related events, movements, or things that follow each other in a particular order

Example

The dance sequence was perfectly choreographed.

舞蹈序列被完美地编排。

B2 noun /ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəl ˈmuːvmənt/

environmental movement

环境运动

Meaning

A social or political movement aimed at protecting the environment and promoting sustainable practices through advocacy, education, and policy changes.

Example

The environmental movement focuses on reducing pollution and protecting ecosystems.

环境运动专注于减少污染并保护生态系统。

B2 adjective /ˈmɪl.ki waɪt/

Milky white

奶白色

Meaning

a pure white color resembling milk

Example

The clouds looked milky white against the blue sky.

云看起来像牛奶一样白，映衬在蓝天背景下。

B2 adjective /bɪˈzɑːr/

bizarre

离奇

Meaning

very strange or unusual, especially so as to cause interest or amusement

Example

He told a bizarre story that no one could believe.

他讲了一个离奇的故事，没有人能相信。

B2 noun /ɔː/

awe

惊叹

Meaning

a feeling of deep respect mixed with fear or wonder

Example

The children looked at the fireworks in awe.

孩子们惊讶地看着烟花。

B2 verb /ˈskroʊlɪŋ/

scrolling

滚动

Meaning

Moving through content on a screen by sliding up or down.

Example

Scrolling through feeds wastes a lot of time.

在信息流中滚动浪费了很多时间。

B2 noun əˌpriː.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən

appreciation

增值

Meaning

An increase in the value of an asset over time.

Example

Real estate properties often experience appreciation over time.

房地产通常随着时间的推移而增值。

B2 verb /ɪnˈrɪtʃ/

enrich

丰富

Meaning

To improve or enhance the quality or value of something.

Example

Space exploration enriches human understanding.

太空探索丰富了人类的理解。

B2 verb /flɪp/

flip

翻转

Meaning

to turn over quickly or suddenly; to toss lightly

Example

She flipped the pancake in the pan.

她把煎饼在锅里翻了个面。

B2 adjective daɪˈdʒes.tɪv

digestive

消化的

Meaning

Relating to the digestion of food.

Example

Digestive enzymes help break down food.

消化酶帮助分解食物。

B2 noun, adjective /prɪˈmɪər/ or /ˈpriːmiər/

premier

总理 / 主要

Meaning

the head of government in some countries; first in importance or rank

Example

The French premier addressed the nation.

法国总理向全国发表了讲话。

B2 adjective ɪnˈdɪdʒɪnəs

indigenous

本土的

Meaning

Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native.

Example

Indigenous plants are well adapted to the local environment.

本土植物很好地适应了当地环境。

B2 noun ˈmʌltiˌtɑːskɪŋ

multitasking

多任务处理

Meaning

The performance of more than one task at the same time

Example

Multitasking reduces efficiency.

多任务处理降低了效率。

B2 noun /ˈreɪtɪŋ/

rating

评分

Meaning

an evaluation or assessment, usually numerical

Example

The movie received a high rating from critics.

这部电影得到了评论家的高评分。

B2 noun /həˈraɪ.zənz/

horizons

地平线

Meaning

The limit of a person's mental perception, experience, or interest.

Example

The telescope opens new horizons for astronomy.

望远镜为天文学打开了新的地平线。

B2 verb /ɪnˈɡeɪdʒɪŋ/

engaging

参与

Meaning

Participating or becoming involved in; occupying or attracting someone's interest or attention.

Example

Engaging youth in education is essential.

让年轻人参与教育至关重要。

B2 noun /ˌnɔːrθˈiːst/

northeast

东北

Meaning

the direction between north and east; a region or area located in that direction.

Example

The storm is moving toward the northeast.

暴风雨正朝东北方向移动。

B2 adjective /ˈlɪtərəl/

literal

字面

Meaning

taking words in their usual or most basic sense without metaphor or exaggeration

Example

His comment was meant as a joke, not to be taken in a literal sense.

他的评论是开玩笑的，不应当按字面意思理解。

B2 noun /ˈsɛnət/

senate

参议院

Meaning

a legislative or governing body, typically the upper chamber in a bicameral legislature

Example

The senate voted in favor of the new healthcare bill.

参议院投票支持新的医疗保健法案。

B2 noun /trəˈdɪʃ.ən.əl ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi/

traditional economy

传统经济

Meaning

An economic system based on customs and traditions, often involving barter trade.

Example

Tribes still practice a traditional economy based on barter trade.

部落仍然实践着基于物物交换的传统经济。

B2 noun /əbˈdʒek.ʃən/

Objection

反对; 异议; 抗议;

Meaning

an expression of disagreement or disapproval; a reason for disagreeing

Example

The lawyer raised an objection during the trial.

律师在审判过程中提出了异议。

B2 noun /ˈfɔːr.hed/

Forehead

额头

Meaning

the part of the face above the eyebrows and below the hairline

Example

He wiped the sweat from his forehead.

他擦掉了额头上的汗水。

B2 noun /ʌnəˈbɪləti/

unability

无能

Meaning

the state of being unable to do something; incapacity

Example

His unability to solve the problem caused delays in the project.

他解决问题的无能导致了项目的延误。

B2 noun /ˈrerəti/

Rarity

稀有的状态; 不常见或稀缺的东西

Meaning

the state of being rare; something that is uncommon or scarce

Example

The antique vase was a rarity worth thousands of dollars.

古董花瓶是一种稀有物品，价值数千美元。

B2 noun /leɪs/

Lace

花边

Meaning

a delicate fabric made of yarn or thread in an open weblike pattern; a cord or string for fastening

Example

She wore a beautiful dress decorated with intricate lace patterns.

她穿着一件精美的衣服，装饰着复杂的花边图案。

B2 noun /vɜːrs/

verse

诗句

Meaning

A line of writing in poetry; a section of a song or poem.

Example

She wrote a beautiful verse for the wedding ceremony.

她为婚礼仪式写了一首美丽的诗句。

B2 noun, adjective, adverb /ˌnɔːrθˈwest/

northwest

西北

Meaning

the direction that is between north and west; situated in or moving toward this direction

Example

Seattle is located in the northwest of the United States.

西雅图位于美国的西北部。

B2 noun /ˈspɒnsər/

sponsor

赞助商

Meaning

a person or organization that provides funds for a project or activity in exchange for publicity or support

Example

The company became the main sponsor of the event.

公司成为了活动的主要赞助商。

B2 noun /ˈɡlɔː.ri/

Glory

荣耀; 光辉; 荣誉

Meaning

magnificent beauty or splendor; praise, honor, and distinction; a state of absolute happiness

Example

The athlete basked in the glory of winning the Olympic gold medal.

运动员沐浴在赢得奥林匹克金牌的光荣中。

B2 noun /ˈhɛdˌkwɔːrtərz/

headquarters

总部

Meaning

The main office or center of operations of an organization.

Example

The company’s headquarters is located in New York.

公司的总部位于纽约。

B2 noun /ˌdʒʌstɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

justification

辩解

Meaning

a reason, explanation, or excuse that shows something is right or reasonable

Example

There is no justification for such rude behavior.

对这种粗鲁行为没有辩解。

B2 noun /mæt/

Mat

垫子

Meaning

a piece of coarse material placed on a floor for people to wipe their feet on

Example

Please wipe your feet on the mat before entering.

请在进入前擦干净脚上的垫子。

B2 noun ədˈvɑːns.mənts

advancements

进步

Meaning

The process of promoting or moving forward; development or improvement.

Example

Scientific advancements enhance global innovation.

科学进步促进全球创新。

B2 verb /dɪˈfaɪ/

defy

反抗

Meaning

to openly resist or refuse to obey someone or something; to challenge or dare someone to do something

Example

The protesters continued to defy the government's ban on public gatherings.

抗议者继续挑战政府对公共集会的禁令。

B2 adjective /vɪkˈtɔː.ri.əs/

Victorious

胜利的

Meaning

having won a victory; successful in a struggle or contest

Example

The victorious team celebrated their championship win with great joy.

胜利的队伍以巨大的喜悦庆祝他们的冠军胜利。

B2 verb /ˈfæs.ɪ.neɪt/

fascinate

迷住

Meaning

to attract and hold the attention of someone; to charm or captivate

Example

The magician's performance fascinated the audience.

魔术师的表演吸引了观众。

B2 noun /krɪˈeɪtə/

creator

创始人

Meaning

a person who brings something into existence

Example

He is the creator of many successful startups.

他是许多成功初创公司的创始人。

B2 verb əbˈzɜːrvd

observed

庆祝

Meaning

To celebrate or keep a religious or other festival.

Example

The day is observed annually to raise awareness.

这一天每年庆祝，以提高意识。

B2 adjective /ˈduː.əl/

Dual

双重的

Meaning

having two parts or consisting of two elements; double

Example

She has dual citizenship of both countries.

她拥有两个国家的双重国籍。

B2 noun /ˈfriːdəm ˌfaɪtər/

freedom fighter

自由斗士

Meaning

a person who takes part in an armed or political struggle to achieve freedom or independence for their people or country

Example

The freedom fighter dedicated his life to the liberation of his homeland.

这位自由斗士把一生献给了祖国的解放。

B2 noun /ɪnˈtɪəriər/

interior

内部

Meaning

the inside part of something; inner area of a place or object

Example

The interior of the hotel was beautifully decorated.

酒店的内部装饰非常美丽。

B2 noun ˈhæbɪtæt lɒs

Habitat Loss

栖息地丧失

Meaning

The destruction or disappearance of natural environments where organisms live.

Example

Habitat loss is one of the biggest threats to butterflies.

栖息地丧失是蝴蝶面临的最大威胁之一。

B2 adverb /ˈsoʊlli/

solely

仅仅

Meaning

only; not involving anyone or anything else

Example

He is solely responsible for the decision.

他完全对这个决定负责。

B2 noun /pɔːrtʃ/

porch

门廊

Meaning

a covered area at the entrance of a building, often with a roof and open sides

Example

We sat on the porch and enjoyed the evening breeze.

我们坐在门廊上，享受晚风。

B2 adjective /ˈtrʌblsəm/

Troublesome

麻烦的; 问题的

Meaning

causing difficulty or annoyance; problematic

Example

The troublesome student disrupted the class again.

这个麻烦的学生又打断了课堂。

B2 adjective /ˈvoʊkəl/

vocal

直言不讳

Meaning

expressing opinions or feelings freely and loudly; relating to the voice

Example

She was very vocal about her dissatisfaction.

她对自己的不满非常直言不讳。

B2 adjective /ˈkɒnʃəs/

conscious

清醒

Meaning

Aware of and responding to one's surroundings; awake.

Example

She was fully conscious after the surgery.

她在手术后完全清醒。