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B2 verb /əˈplɔːd/

applaud

鼓掌
Meaning
to show approval by clapping or expressing admiration
Example
The audience applauded the performance.
观众为表演鼓掌。
B1 adverb /ˌɔːtəˈmætɪkli/

automatically

自动
Meaning
without human control or intervention; done by itself
Example
The door closes automatically after you enter.
门在你进入后自动关闭。
B2 noun /əˌbriːviˈeɪʃən/

abbreviation

缩写
Meaning
a shortened form of a word or phrase
Example
NASA is an abbreviation for National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
NASA 是 National Aeronautics and Space Administration 的缩写。
C1 noun, verb /ˈɔːtɒpsi/

autopsy

尸检
Meaning
a post-mortem examination to discover the cause of death or the extent of disease
Example
The autopsy revealed that the victim had died from poisoning.
尸检显示受害者死于中毒。
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。
C2 adjective /əˈsiːtɪk/

acetic

醋酸的
Meaning
relating to or containing acetic acid; sour or vinegary in taste or smell
Example
The acetic smell of vinegar filled the kitchen.
醋的醋酸味充满了厨房。
C2 noun/adjective /ˈæl.əˌbæs.tər/

alabaster

白色矿石（类似石膏的矿物）
Meaning
A fine-grained, usually white variety of gypsum, often used for carving; also describes something smooth and pale like alabaster.
Example
The statue was carved from pure alabaster.
雕像是用纯净的阿拉巴斯特雕刻的。
B1 noun, adjective, gerund /ˈæk.tɪŋ/

acting

表演
Meaning
the art or profession of performing in plays, films, or television; temporary performance of duties; the process of performing an action
Example
She is studying acting to become a professional actress.
她正在学习表演，想成为一名专业演员。
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。
B2 adjective /əˈsɪdɪk/

acidic

酸性的
Meaning
containing acid; having a sour taste; sharp or biting in tone
Example
The lemon has an acidic taste that makes your mouth pucker.
柠檬的味道很酸。
C1 noun /ˌɑːrbɪˈtreɪʃən/

arbitration

仲裁
Meaning
the process of resolving a dispute through an impartial third party whose decision is binding; formal judgment outside a court
Example
The contract requires arbitration to settle any disputes.
合同规定任何争议应通过仲裁解决。
B2 noun ˌæl.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃənz

allegations

指控
Meaning
Claims or assertions that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically without proof.
Example
The allegations were investigated by an international body.
这些指控已被一个国际组织调查。
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。
C1 adjective /əˈpriː.ʃə.bəl/

Appreciable

可察觉的; 显著的; 在数量上可观的
Meaning
noticeable; significant; considerable in amount
Example
There was an appreciable improvement in his test scores.
他的考试成绩有了可察觉的改善。
C2 adverb /əˈbɛd/

abed

在床上
Meaning
in bed
Example
She stayed abed all day due to illness.
由于生病，她整天都待在床上。
B2 noun /ˈeɪlmənt/

ailment

疾病
Meaning
An illness, typically a minor one.
Example
He went to the doctor for a minor stomach ailment.
他因小的胃病去看了医生。
C1 adverb /əˈbrɛst/

abreast

并排
Meaning
side by side and facing the same direction; informed about something
Example
The soldiers marched two abreast down the street.
士兵们并排走在街上。
B2 noun ˈæt.rɪ.bjuːt

attribute

属性
Meaning
A quality or feature regarded as a characteristic or inherent part of someone or something.
Example
An important attribute of wood is its flexibility.
木材的一个重要属性是它的灵活性。
C1 adverb /iːsˈθetɪkli/

aesthetically

从审美角度
Meaning
in a way that is concerned with beauty or visual appeal
Example
The building is aesthetically pleasing despite its simple design.
尽管设计简单，这座建筑在审美上很吸引人。
B2 noun /ɑːrtʃ/

arch

拱门
Meaning
a curved symmetrical structure spanning an opening and typically supporting the weight above it
Example
The ancient arch still stands in the city center.
古老的拱门仍然屹立在城市中心。
A1 pronoun /ˈɛnɪθɪŋ/

anything

任何事物
Meaning
any object, event, or matter; whatever thing
Example
You can ask me anything about the project.
你可以问我关于项目的任何问题。
C2 noun /ˌædʒʊˈreɪʃən/

adjuration

郑重请求
Meaning
a solemn urging or appeal
Example
The priest made an adjuration for peace and unity.
牧师为和平与团结做出了郑重请求。
B2 noun ˌæs.pɪˈreɪ.ʃən

aspiration

志向
Meaning
A hope or ambition of achieving something, a strong desire or goal to achieve something.
Example
His aspiration is to become a successful entrepreneur.
他的志向是成为一名成功的企业家。
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。
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。
B2 noun /ˈæməzɒn/

amazon

强大的女人
Meaning
A tall, strong, or powerful woman.
Example
She fought like an amazon in the competition.
她在比赛中像亚马逊女战士一样作战。
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。
C1 noun /ˈæd.və.ser.i/

adversary

对手
Meaning
One's opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute.
Example
The boxer faced a strong adversary in the ring.
拳击手在擂台上面对一个强大的对手。
C1 verb /əˈbeɪt/

abate

减少
Meaning
to become less intense or widespread
Example
The storm began to abate after midnight.
暴风雨在午夜后开始减弱。
C1 noun /ænˈθɒlədʒi/

anthology

选集
Meaning
A collection of literary works, such as poems, short stories, or essays, compiled into one volume.
Example
She contributed a poem to the new poetry anthology.
她为新的诗歌选集贡献了一首诗。
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。
C1 noun /əˌtɜːni ˈdʒɛnərəl/

attorney-general

总检察长
Meaning
The chief legal officer of a state or country.
Example
The attorney-general announced new reforms to strengthen justice.
总检察长宣布了加强司法的新的改革。
B1 noun əˈreɪndʒmənt

arrangement

安排
Meaning
The way things are organized, positioned, or structured.
Example
The arrangement of protons in the nucleus is critical.
质子在原子核中的排列至关重要。
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 /ˈɑːrbɪtər/

arbiter

仲裁者
Meaning
a person who has the authority to settle a dispute or decide an issue
Example
The principal acted as the arbiter in the conflict between the students.
校长在学生之间的冲突中充当了仲裁者。
B2 noun /ˈɑːrm.pɪt/

Armpit

腋下
Meaning
the hollow area under the arm where it joins the shoulder
Example
He applied deodorant to his armpit.
他在腋下涂了除臭剂。
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。
C2 adjective /əˈluːsɪv/

allusive

含蓄的
Meaning
Making indirect references or hints; suggestive without being explicit.
Example
The novel is full of allusive passages that point to classical literature.
这本小说充满了含蓄的段落，指向经典文学。
C1 noun /ˈæŋɡwɪʃ/

anguish

痛苦
Meaning
Severe mental or physical pain or suffering.
Example
She was in deep anguish after hearing the tragic news.
听到悲惨的消息后，她陷入了深深的痛苦。
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。
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。
C2 noun /ˈænɪməs/

animus

敌意 / 目的
Meaning
A strong feeling of hostility; motivation or purpose behind an action.
Example
His speech was driven by animus against the policy.
他的演讲是由对政策的敌意驱动的。
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。
A1 noun /ˈæp.əl/

Apple

苹果
Meaning
a round fruit with red, green, or yellow skin and white flesh
Example
I eat an apple every day for breakfast.
我每天早上吃一个苹果。
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。
C1 adjective /əˈbreɪsɪv/

abrasive

Meaning
harsh, rough, or capable of wearing down by rubbing
Example
His abrasive tone made everyone uncomfortable.
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 noun /əˈspɜːr.ʒən/

aspersion

诽谤
Meaning
An attack on the reputation or integrity of someone.
Example
He cast an aspersion on her character.
他对她的性格进行了诽谤。
C1 noun /əˈdʒɪl.ɪ.ti/

agility

灵活性
Meaning
Ability to work quickly and easily, both physically and mentally.
Example
Mental agility is essential for problem-solving.
思维敏捷对解决问题至关重要。
C1 verb /ˈæbdɪkeɪt/

abdicate

放弃王位
Meaning
To give up a position of power or responsibility, especially a throne.
Example
The king decided to abdicate the throne.
国王决定放弃王位。
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。
C1 adjective /ˌɔːtəˈkrætɪk/

autocratic

专制
Meaning
Relating to a ruler who has absolute power and does not consult others.
Example
The manager’s autocratic style discouraged employees from sharing their ideas.
经理的专制风格使员工不愿意分享他们的想法。
A2 noun /əˈsɪstənt/

assistant

助手
Meaning
a person who helps or supports another, often in a job
Example
She works as an assistant in a law firm.
她在一家律师事务所做助理。
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。
A1 adverb /æz/

As

像; 因为; 在...的时候
Meaning
in the way that; while; because; during the time that
Example
As you grow older, you become wiser.
随着你变老，你变得更聪明。
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 /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。
B1 noun /ˈæmətər/

amateur

业余
Meaning
A person who engages in a pursuit, especially a sport or art, on an unpaid basis.
Example
The painting looked impressive, even though it was done by an amateur.
这幅画看起来很震撼，尽管它是由一个业余爱好者完成的。
C2 noun /əˈmɛrɪkəˌnɪzəm/

americanism

Meaning
A word, phrase, or practice characteristic of American English or culture.
Example
The term 'sidewalk' is an Americanism, while 'pavement' is used in British English.
B2 noun /æŋˈzaɪ.ə.ti/

anxiety

焦虑或不安
Meaning
A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.
Example
Meditation helps reduce anxiety and stress.
冥想有助于减少焦虑和压力。
B2 noun /ˌærɪˈstɑːkrəsi/

aristocracy

贵族
Meaning
a class of people holding exceptional rank and privileges, especially hereditary nobility
Example
The aristocracy often had influence over political decisions.
贵族往往对政治决策有影响。
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 /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 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。
A2 noun /əˈdʌlt/

Adult

成年人；成人
Meaning
a person who is fully grown or developed; mature
Example
Only adults are allowed to enter this area.
只有成年人可以进入这个区域。
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。
C2 noun /ˈæktʃuˌɛri/

actuary

精算师
Meaning
A professional who analyzes financial risk using mathematics, statistics, and financial theory, especially in insurance and pensions.
Example
The actuary calculated the risk before finalizing the insurance policy.
精算师在确定保险政策之前计算了风险。
C1 noun /əˈbreɪʒən/

abrasion

由于摩擦而导致的皮肤或表面的擦伤或磨损
Meaning
a scrape or wearing away of the skin or surface due to friction
Example
He suffered a minor abrasion on his knee after falling.
他在摔倒后膝盖上受了一个轻微的擦伤。
C2 adjective /ænˈhaɪdrəs/

anhydrous

Meaning
Containing no water.
Example
The chemist used anhydrous ammonia for the experiment.
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。
C1 noun /əˈlʌmnəs/

alumnus

校友
Meaning
a former student or graduate of a school, college, or university
Example
He is an alumnus of Harvard University.
他是哈佛大学的校友。
B2 adjective /ˈæm.pəl/

Ample

充足的；足够的；丰富的
Meaning
large in size, extent, or capacity; plentiful; more than enough
Example
We have ample time to finish the project before the deadline.
我们有足够的时间在最后期限前完成项目。
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。
A2 adjective /əˈmeɪzɪŋ/

amazing

惊人
Meaning
causing great surprise or wonder; astonishing
Example
The magician performed an amazing trick.
魔术师表演了一个惊人的魔术。
B1 noun /ˈædʒɪktɪv/

adjective

形容词
Meaning
a word that describes or modifies a noun by giving more information about its quality, quantity, or state
Example
The adjective in the sentence adds more detail to the noun.
形容词为名词提供更多信息。
C1 adjective /ˌæbəˈrɪdʒənəl/

aboriginal

土著
Meaning
Relating to the original inhabitants of a region.
Example
The museum has a large collection of aboriginal art.
博物馆里有大量的土著艺术收藏。
A2 noun/verb /əˈmaʊnt/

amount

金额
Meaning
a quantity of something, typically the total of a thing or things in number, size, value, or extent
Example
The total amount of money is not enough.
总金额不够。
C1 adjective /ədˈmɪsəbl/

admissible

Meaning
acceptable or valid, especially as evidence in a court of law
Example
The judge ruled that the document was admissible as evidence.
B2 noun, verb /əˈsɔːlt/

assault

攻击
Meaning
a physical attack or to attack someone violently
Example
He was charged with assault after the fight.
他在打斗后因袭击被指控。
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。
A1 adjective /ˈeɪbl/

able

能够
Meaning
having the power, skill, or means to do something
Example
She is able to speak three languages fluently.
她能说三种流利的语言。
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 noun /əˈɡrɒnəmi/

agronomy

农业学
Meaning
The science and practice of soil management and crop production, focusing on the principles of plant and soil science to optimize agricultural productivity.
Example
Agronomy focuses on soil management and crop production.
农业学专注于土壤管理和作物生产。
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.
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。
A1 adverb /ˈɔːl.weɪz/

Always

总是; 永远; 每时每刻
Meaning
at all times; on all occasions; forever
Example
She always arrives early to work.
她总是早早地到达工作。
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。
C1 adjective, noun /əbˈzɔːrbənt/

absorbent

吸收性的
Meaning
able to soak up liquid, moisture, or energy easily; a material or substance that absorbs
Example
This towel is highly absorbent and dries quickly.
这条毛巾非常吸收性，而且干得很快。
C1 adjective /ˌeɪsɪˈmɛtrɪkəl/

asymmetrical

不对称
Meaning
Having parts that are not the same in size, shape, or arrangement.
Example
She wore an asymmetrical dress that drew everyone’s attention.
她穿了一件不对称的裙子，吸引了所有人的注意。
B2 verb /əˈsɜːrt/

assert

断言
Meaning
to state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully; to insist upon rights or claims
Example
She decided to assert her authority in the meeting.
她决定在会议上主张她的权威。
C2 adjective /əˈɡeɪp/ or /əˈɡɑːp/

agape

目瞪口呆
Meaning
With the mouth wide open in surprise or wonder.
Example
She stood agape at the breathtaking view.
她站在那里，惊讶地看着那令人叹为观止的景象。
B1 adverb /ˈæftərwərd/

afterward

之后
Meaning
at a later time; subsequently
Example
We went to dinner and watched a movie afterward.
我们去吃了晚餐，然后看了一部电影。
C1 verb /əˈtɛst/

attest

证实
Meaning
To provide or serve as clear evidence of; to confirm or certify the truth of something.
Example
The witness attested to the accuracy of the report.
证人证明报告的准确性。
C1 verb ɔːɡˈmɛntɪŋ

augmenting

增加
Meaning
Increasing; making something greater in size, number, or degree
Example
Life expectancy is augmenting with advancements in healthcare.
随着医疗保健的进步，预期寿命正在增加。
A2 noun /əˈdɪʃ.ən/

Addition

加法; 添加过程
Meaning
the process of adding numbers; something that is added
Example
The addition of a new room made the house more spacious.
新房间的加入使房子更加宽敞。
B2 noun /əˈkɔːrdəns/

accordance

一致
Meaning
agreement or harmony with something; compliance with rules, laws, or wishes
Example
The policy was implemented in accordance with international law.
该政策是按照国际法实施的。
C1 noun /ˈæpərtʃər/

aperture

孔洞 / 缝隙
Meaning
an opening, hole, or gap, especially one that lets in light
Example
Light entered through the small aperture in the wall.
光线通过墙上的小孔径进入。
C2 adjective /eɪˈsɛfələs/

acephalous

Meaning
having no leader or head; headless
Example
The acephalous group soon fell into disorganization.
B2 noun /ˈɑːrtɪzən/

artisan

工匠
Meaning
a skilled craftsperson who makes things by hand
Example
The artisan crafted a beautiful wooden chair.
工匠制作了一把漂亮的木椅子。
B2 noun ˈæɡ.rɪ.kʌl.tʃɚ

agriculture

农业
Meaning
The science or practice of farming, including cultivation of the soil for the growing of crops and the rearing of animals to provide food, wool, and other products.
Example
Sustainable agriculture can help protect the environment.
可持续农业可以帮助保护环境。
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。
B2 noun /ˈæstərɔɪd/

asteroid

小行星
Meaning
A small rocky body orbiting the sun, mostly found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.
Example
The asteroid belt lies between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter.
小行星带位于火星和木星的轨道之间。
B2 noun /ˈɔːltər/

Altar

祭坛
Meaning
a raised structure on which offerings or sacrifices are made to a deity
Example
The bride and groom stood before the altar during the ceremony.
新郎和新娘在仪式中站在祭坛前。
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 ˈæmbɪəns

ambience

氛围
Meaning
The character and atmosphere of a place.
Example
The restaurant's ambience was relaxed and inviting, perfect for a casual dinner.
餐厅的氛围轻松而宜人，非常适合休闲晚餐。
A1 noun /ˈɑːnti/

aunty

阿姨
Meaning
the sister of one’s father or mother; a term of respectful address for an older woman, especially in South Asian usage
Example
My aunty lives near our house and often visits us.
我的阿姨住在我们家附近，经常来看我们。
A2 adjective, noun /ˈeɪʒən/

asian

亚洲的
Meaning
relating to Asia or its people
Example
She loves Asian culture.
她喜欢亚洲文化。
B2 noun /ˌæl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən/

allocation

分配
Meaning
The action or process of distributing resources or duties for a particular purpose.
Example
Budget allocation for education must be increased.
教育预算的分配必须增加。
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 /ˌæn.ɪˈmɒs.ə.ti/

Animosity

敌意; 仇恨
Meaning
strong hostility or dislike; active hatred or ill will
Example
There was clear animosity between the two rival teams.
两支竞争队伍之间有明显的敌意。
C1 verb /əˈtjuːn/

attune

使适应
Meaning
to make someone or something aware of or responsive to something; to adjust or harmonize
Example
She quickly attuned herself to the needs of her new team.
她很快适应了新团队的需求。
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。
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 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。
B1 noun /ˈɑː.kɪ.tekt/

architect

建筑师
Meaning
a person who designs buildings and oversees their construction
Example
The architect designed a modern office building.
建筑师设计了一座现代的办公楼。
B2 adjective /əkˈsɛsəbl/

accessible

可达的
Meaning
easy to reach, use, or understand
Example
The museum is easily accessible by public transport.
博物馆可以通过公共交通轻松到达。
B2 verb /əˈspaɪər/

aspire

渴望
Meaning
to have a strong desire to achieve something
Example
Many students aspire to study abroad.
许多学生渴望去国外学习。
A2 conjunction /ɔːlˈðoʊ/

although

尽管
Meaning
in spite of the fact that; even though
Example
Although it was raining, they went for a walk.
尽管下雨，他们还是去散步了。
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 adjective, noun, verb /ˈæb.strækt/

abstract

抽象的, 摘要
Meaning
existing in thought or as an idea but not having physical or concrete existence; a summary of a text
Example
The artist is known for her abstract paintings.
艺术家以其抽象画作而闻名。
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。