B2 verb /ˈbjuːtɪfaɪ/

beautify

美化

Meaning

to make something more beautiful or attractive

Example

The city plans to beautify the old park with trees and lights.

这座城市计划用树木和灯光美化旧公园。

B2 adjective /ˈdɒm.ɪ.nənt/

Dominant

主导的; 有影响力的; 最重要的

Meaning

controlling, influencing, or prevailing over others; most important or powerful

Example

The dominant player controlled the entire basketball game.

主导的球员控制了整场篮球比赛。

B2 noun /əˈdɪkʃən/

addiction

上瘾

Meaning

A strong and harmful need to regularly have or do something, such as drugs, alcohol, or habits.

Example

His addiction to video games affected his studies.

他对视频游戏的上瘾影响了他的学习。

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 noun /ˈfeɪbəl/

fable

寓言

Meaning

a short story, typically featuring animals as characters, that conveys a moral lesson

Example

Aesop’s fables are famous for teaching valuable lessons through simple stories.

伊索的寓言通过简单的故事传授宝贵的教训。

B2 adverb /ˌɑːrtɪˈfɪʃəli/

Artificially

人工地;

Meaning

by artificial means; not naturally; in a fake manner

Example

The lake was artificially created for irrigation purposes.

湖泊是人工创建的，旨在灌溉。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnɪˈfɪʃənt/

Inefficient

无效率

Meaning

not achieving maximum productivity; wasteful of time or resources

Example

The old computer system was inefficient and wasted a lot of time.

老旧的计算机系统效率低，浪费了很多时间。

B2 noun /kʌlt/

cult

邪教

Meaning

a system of religious veneration and devotion directed toward a particular figure or object

Example

The cult followed their leader with great devotion.

邪教以极大的献身精神追随他们的领袖。

B2 verb /kənˈsiːv/

conceive

构思, 怀孕

Meaning

to form or imagine an idea in the mind; to become pregnant

Example

It is hard to conceive how such an idea could succeed.

很难想象这样的想法如何能够成功。

B2 noun /ˈfækəlti/

faculty

能力, 系

Meaning

an inherent mental or physical ability; a division of a university

Example

She has a remarkable faculty for languages.

她有惊人的语言能力。

B2 adjective /trænˈspærənt/

Transparent

透明的

Meaning

allowing light to pass through; clear and obvious; honest and open

Example

The company maintains transparent business practices.

公司保持透明的商业实践。

B2 noun /joʊlk/

Yolk

蛋黄

Meaning

the yellow internal part of a bird's egg, especially a hen's egg, which is rich in protein and fat

Example

She separated the egg white from the yolk.

她将蛋清与蛋黄分开。

B2 adverb /ˈflu:əntli/

Fluently

流利地; 顺畅地

Meaning

in a smooth, effortless, and articulate manner; with ease and skill

Example

She speaks French fluently.

她流利地讲法语。

B2 noun /ˈpraɪ.vət ˈtuː.tər/

Private tutor

私人导师

Meaning

a teacher who gives individual instruction to a student outside of regular school

Example

The private tutor helped the student improve his math skills.

私人导师帮助学生提高了他的数学技能。

B2 noun, adjective /ˌpəʊstˈɡrædʒuət/

postgraduate

研究生

Meaning

A student who has completed a first degree and is studying for a further degree.

Example

She is doing postgraduate research in physics.

她正在做物理学的研究生研究。

B2 adjective /ˈɒnərəbəl/

honourable

光荣的

Meaning

deserving respect or admiration because of moral integrity; showing honesty and fairness

Example

She is known as an honourable leader who always keeps her promises.

她以一位光荣的领导者而闻名，总是信守承诺。

B2 noun /juːˈtɪl.ə.ti/

Utility

效用; 益处; 公共服务

Meaning

the state of being useful, profitable, or beneficial; a public service

Example

The utility of solar panels increases with rising electricity costs.

随着电费上涨，太阳能板的效用也在增加。

B2 noun /ˈtɜr.mər.ɪk/

Turmeric

姜黄

Meaning

A bright yellow spice powder made from the root of a tropical plant, used in cooking and medicine

Example

Add turmeric to the curry for color and flavor.

在咖喱中加入姜黄，以增加色彩和味道。

B2 noun /rɪˈhɜːr.səl/

Rehearsal

彩排; 演出排练

Meaning

a practice performance of a play, concert, or other work for later public performance

Example

The final rehearsal before opening night went perfectly.

开幕夜前的最后一次彩排非常完美。

B2 noun /wɜːrld ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt deɪ/

World Environment Day

世界环境日

Meaning

An annual global event celebrated on June 5 to raise awareness about environmental protection and encourage action for environmental conservation.

Example

World Environment Day is celebrated every year on June 5.

世界环境日每年6月5日庆祝。

B2 verb rɪˈzaɪn

resign

辞职

Meaning

Voluntarily leave a job or other position.

Example

Ministers were forced to resign.

部长们被迫辞职。

B2 noun /ˈɑːr.mər/

Armour

盔甲

Meaning

protective covering worn by soldiers; metal plating for military vehicles

Example

The knight wore heavy armour to protect himself in battle.

骑士穿着沉重的盔甲以保护自己在战斗中。

B2 noun /lɪˈdʒɪtɪməsi/

legitimacy

合法性

Meaning

the quality of being accepted as right, proper, or lawful

Example

The legitimacy of the election was questioned by observers.

选举的合法性受到观察员的质疑。

B2 noun /steɪn/

Stain

污点; 斑点

Meaning

a colored patch or dirty mark that is difficult to remove; a blemish or damage to reputation

Example

There was a coffee stain on his white shirt.

他的白衬衫上有咖啡渍。

B2 noun /ˈtreɪdmɑːrk/

trademark

商标

Meaning

a symbol, word, or words legally registered or established by use as representing a company or product

Example

The company’s logo is its trademark.

公司的标志就是它的商标。

B2 noun ˈfreɪm.wɜːks

frameworks

框架

Meaning

A basic structure underlying a system, concept, or text; an essential supporting structure.

Example

Frameworks define the basis of systems.

框架定义了系统的基础。

B2 noun rɪˈtɛnʃən

retention

保持

Meaning

The continued possession, use, or control of something

Example

The retention of information is essential for academic success.

信息的保持对学术成功至关重要。

B2 adjective /lɪˈdʒɪt.ɪ.mət/

Legitimate

合法的; 有效的; 真实的; 合理的

Meaning

lawful; valid; genuine; reasonable

Example

He has a legitimate reason for being late.

他有正当的理由迟到。

B2 noun /ˈraɪvəl/

Rival

竞争对手; 对手;

Meaning

a person or thing competing with another for the same objective or for superiority in the same field

Example

The two companies have been business rivals for decades.

这两家公司已经是商业竞争对手几十年了。

B2 noun /ˈkɒl.ər/

Collar

项圈

Meaning

a band of material around the neck; in jewelry context, a close-fitting necklace

Example

She wore an elegant pearl collar to the formal dinner.

她在正式晚宴上戴了一条优雅的珍珠项圈。

B2 adjective /ˈlɛdʒɪslətɪv/

legislative

立法的

Meaning

relating to the making of laws

Example

The legislative body passed the new tax bill.

立法机构通过了新的税法。

B2 noun daɪˈvɜːsɪti

diversity

多样性

Meaning

The state of being diverse; variety.

Example

Biodiversity promotes ecosystem stability and resilience.

生物多样性促进了生态系统的稳定性和恢复力。

B2 noun /ˈnɪk.neɪm/

Nickname

昵称

Meaning

a familiar or humorous name given to a person instead of their real name

Example

His nickname is 'Tiger' because he's so brave.

他的昵称是'老虎'因为他非常勇敢。

B2 adjective /prɛsˈtɪdʒəs/

prestigious

有声望的

Meaning

having a high reputation; respected

Example

Harvard University is one of the most prestigious universities in the world.

哈佛大学是世界上最有声望的大学之一。

B2 adverb /wɒtˈsəʊɛvər/

whatsoever

根本不

Meaning

used for emphasis after a negative statement to mean 'at all'

Example

She has no interest in the matter whatsoever.

她对这个问题一点兴趣都没有。

B2 adjective /ʌn.rɪˈleɪ.tɪd/

Unrelated

无关的; 不相关

Meaning

having no connection or relationship; not connected by family ties

Example

The two incidents were completely unrelated to each other.

这两个事件完全无关。

B2 adjective /ˌnɒnˈprɒfɪt/

nonprofit

非营利组织

Meaning

an organization that does not aim to make a profit, often serving a social or charitable purpose.

Example

She works for a nonprofit organization that helps children.

她为一个帮助孩子的非营利组织工作。

B2 adjective /ˈʃeɪ.di/

Shady

有阴影的; 可疑的; 不诚实的;

Meaning

providing shade; dishonest; suspicious

Example

The shady businessman made a suspicious deal.

那个有阴影的商人做了一笔可疑的交易。

B2 noun /nɒsˈtæl.dʒə/

nostalgia

怀旧

Meaning

A sentimental longing for the past, typically for a period or place with happy personal associations.

Example

Listening to old songs fills me with nostalgia.

听老歌让我充满怀旧之情。

B2 adjective /ˈkaʊntləs/

countless

数不胜数

Meaning

too many to be counted; innumerable

Example

There are countless stars in the sky.

天上有数不清的星星。

B2 verb /ɪˈnɪʃieɪt/

initiate

启动

Meaning

to begin or start; to introduce someone to a new activity

Example

The company will initiate a new training program.

公司将启动一个新的培训项目。

B2 noun /ɪɡˈzɔːstʃən/

exhaustion

疲劳

Meaning

A state of extreme physical or mental fatigue.

Example

Chronic exhaustion can lead to burnout and decreased productivity.

长期的疲劳可能会导致倦怠和生产力下降。

B2 verb /rɪˈvɜːrt/

revert

恢复

Meaning

to return to a previous state, condition, or practice

Example

The system will revert to its original settings after the update.

系统将在更新后恢复到原始设置。

B2 verb ˈstɪmjəleɪt

stimulate

刺激

Meaning

To encourage or promote the development or growth of something

Example

Proper sunlight stimulates plant growth.

适当的阳光刺激植物生长。

B2 noun /θɛft/

theft

偷竊

Meaning

the action or crime of stealing

Example

The theft of his wallet was reported to the police.

他的錢包被報告給警方。

B2 noun /kənˈspɪrəsi/

conspiracy

阴谋

Meaning

A secret plan by a group to do something unlawful or harmful.

Example

The police uncovered a conspiracy to overthrow the government.

警方揭露了一项推翻政府的阴谋。

B2 adjective /ɪˈrɪˌspɑn.sə.bəl/

Irresponsible

不负责任

Meaning

lacking a sense of responsibility; careless

Example

It was irresponsible of him to leave without telling anyone.

他在没有告诉任何人就离开，这是不负责任的行为。

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 /dʌm/

Dumb

愚蠢的; 哑的; 傻的

Meaning

unable to speak; silent; lacking intelligence; stupid

Example

She remained dumb during the entire meeting.

她在整个会议中保持沉默。

B2 adjective /ˈlʌvəbl̩/

loveable

幸福

Meaning

easy to love; endearing or charming

Example

The puppy was so loveable that everyone wanted to hold it.

当她收到奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。

B2 noun ˈhɛr.ɪ.tɪdʒ

heritage

遗产

Meaning

Property that is or may be inherited; something transmitted by or acquired from a predecessor; cultural traditions and practices that are passed down.

Example

Bangladesh has a rich cultural heritage.

孟加拉国有着丰富的文化遗产。

B2 adjective /ˈfeɪvərəbl/

favourable

有利的

Meaning

Expressing approval, support, or positivity; advantageous or beneficial

Example

The weather conditions were favourable for the outdoor event.

户外活动的天气条件是有利的。

B2 noun /ˈprɒvɪns/

province

省

Meaning

a principal administrative division of certain countries or empires.

Example

The province is known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes.

这个省因其丰富的文化遗产和壮丽的自然景观而闻名。

B2 noun /pænˈdɛmɪk/

pandemic

大流行病

Meaning

An outbreak of a disease that occurs on a global scale.

Example

The COVID-19 pandemic changed the world dramatically.

COVID-19 大流行病极大地改变了世界。

B2 adjective /ˌʌndɪˈzaɪərəbl/

Undesirable

不受欢迎的; 有害的; 令人不快的

Meaning

not wanted or wished for; harmful or unpleasant

Example

The new policy had several undesirable consequences.

新政策带来了几个不受欢迎的后果。

B2 noun /ˈɑːnər/

honor

荣誉

Meaning

high respect; great esteem

Example

He received an award in honor of his achievements.

他因他的成就而获得了一项荣誉。

B2 noun /dɪsˈmeɪ/

Dismay

沮丧; 惊恐

Meaning

concern and distress caused by something unexpected; consternation or alarm

Example

To our dismay, the concert was cancelled due to severe weather conditions.

令我们失望的是，由于恶劣天气，音乐会被取消了。

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。

B2 noun /ˈkɒn.trɪ.bjʊ.tər/

contributor

贡献者

Meaning

a person who gives something to help achieve a result

Example

He was a regular contributor to the local newspaper.

他是当地报纸的常驻贡献者。

B2 adjective /rɪˈspek.tə.bəl/

Respectable

体面

Meaning

worthy of respect; having good reputation; decent

Example

He comes from a respectable family in the community.

他来自社区一个体面的家庭。

B2 adjective sɪnˈθet̬.ɪk

synthetic

合成的

Meaning

Made by chemical synthesis, especially to imitate a natural product; artificial.

Example

Synthetic chemicals are used in processed foods.

合成化学品被用于加工食品中。

B2 verb /rɪˈfaɪn/

refine

改进

Meaning

to improve by making small changes; to purify

Example

The chef refines the recipe to perfection.

厨师将食谱完善到完美。

B2 adjective ænˈtɪsɪpeɪtɪd

anticipated

预期的

Meaning

Expected or predicted to happen; foreseen in advance.

Example

The anticipated growth exceeded the city's capacity.

预期的增长超出了城市的容量。

B2 noun /ˈpriːmiəm/

premium

保费

Meaning

an amount of money paid regularly for an insurance policy; something of superior quality or value

Example

You need to pay your insurance premium every year.

你每年需要支付你的保险费。

B2 noun /ˈɡloʊbəl əˈwɛrnɪs/

global awareness

全球意识

Meaning

Worldwide consciousness and understanding of important issues that affect people globally, leading to informed action and policy changes.

Example

Global awareness of climate change is essential for policy changes.

全球气候变化意识对政策变化至关重要。

B2 noun /sɪmˈplɪsɪti/

Simplicity

简单; 清晰

Meaning

the quality of being simple; lack of complexity or intricacy

Example

The beauty of the design lies in its simplicity.

设计的美丽在于它的简单性。

B2 adjective /ˈspiːtʃləs/

speechless

无言

Meaning

Unable to speak because of shock, surprise, or strong emotion.

Example

She was speechless when she received the award.

她获得奖项时无言以对。

B2 noun /ɪsˈlɑːm/

islam

伊斯兰教

Meaning

the religion founded by the Prophet Muhammad, based on belief in one God (Allah)

Example

Islam emphasizes peace, justice, and compassion.

伊斯兰教强调和平、公正与慈悲。

B2 noun /ˈnjuːzˌlɛtər/

newsletter

时事通讯

Meaning

a printed or electronic report containing news or information about a company or organization

Example

The company sends a weekly newsletter to its employees.

公司每周向员工发送时事通讯。

B2 adjective /ˈvɪʃ.əs/

Vicious

恶毒的; 残忍的; 野性的

Meaning

deliberately cruel or violent; having a savage nature

Example

The vicious dog attacked anyone who came near its territory.

那只恶狗攻击任何接近其领土的人。

B2 adjective /ˈkæθəlɪk/

catholic

天主教的

Meaning

Including a wide variety; all-embracing; relating to the Roman Catholic Church.

Example

She has catholic tastes in music, enjoying everything from jazz to opera.

她有天主教的音乐口味，从爵士乐到歌剧都喜欢。

B2 verb /swer/

swear

发誓

Meaning

to use offensive language; to promise solemnly; to take an oath

Example

I swear to tell the truth.

我发誓说真话。

B2 noun /ˈprɛfəs/

preface

前言

Meaning

an introduction to a book, speech, or other written work

Example

The author explained his motivation in the preface.

作者在前言中解释了他的动机。

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 adjective /ˈstɑː.ri/

Starry

星光灿烂的; 闪亮的;

Meaning

full of stars; shining like stars; relating to stars

Example

We enjoyed the starry night sky while camping in the mountains.

我们在山区露营时，享受着星光灿烂的夜空。

B2 noun /ˈdɔː.weɪ/

doorway

门口

Meaning

the space where a door opens into a room or building

Example

She stood in the doorway waiting for him to arrive.

她站在门口，等待他的到来。

B2 noun /ˈdɛməˌkræt/

democrat

民主党人

Meaning

a supporter of democracy or a member of the Democratic Party in the US

Example

He is a strong democrat who believes in equal rights.

他是一个坚强的民主党人，相信平等的权利。

B2 noun /ˈɡʌvərnər/

governor

州长

Meaning

An official appointed or elected to govern a state, territory, or organization.

Example

The governor addressed the citizens about the upcoming election.

州长向公民们讲述了即将来临的选举。

B2 noun /ˈspəʊkspɜːrsən/

spokesperson

发言人

Meaning

a person who speaks on behalf of others or an organization

Example

The spokesperson addressed the press conference on behalf of the company.

发言人代表公司在新闻发布会上发言。

B2 noun /ʌnˈkaɪndnəs/

unkindness

不友善

Meaning

lack of kindness; cruel or inconsiderate behavior

Example

His unkindness hurt her feelings deeply.

他的不友善深深伤害了她的感情。

B2 noun /ˈheɪ.trəd/

Hatred

仇恨

Meaning

intense dislike or ill will; a feeling of strong aversion

Example

His hatred for injustice motivated him to become a human rights lawyer.

他对不公正的仇恨促使他成为了一名人权律师。

B2 verb /fraʊn/

frown

皱眉

Meaning

to wrinkle one's brow in displeasure or concentration

Example

She frowned when she heard the bad news.

她听到坏消息时皱起了眉头。

B2 verb /dɪˈstrækt/

distract

分心

Meaning

to take someone's attention away from what they are doing or focusing on

Example

The loud noise distracted her during the exam.

大声噪音让她在考试中分心。

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 adjective /ʌnˈtʃeɪndʒɪŋ/

unchanging

不变的

Meaning

remaining the same over time; not changing

Example

Her love for her family was unchanging throughout the years.

她对家人的爱多年来始终不变。

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。

B2 verb /hɔːlt/

halt

停止

Meaning

to stop or bring to a stop

Example

The train suddenly halted at the station.

火车突然在车站停了下来。

B2 verb /ˈrʌm.bəl/

rumble

幸福

Meaning

to make a continuous deep, resonant sound

Example

Thunder rumbled in the distance.

当她收到奖项时，她无法隐藏自己的幸福。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsələr/

councillor

议员

Meaning

an elected member of a local council who helps make decisions and represent the community

Example

The councillor spoke to residents about improving local roads.

议员与居民讨论了当地道路问题。

B2 adjective /ˈbraʊn.ɪʃ/

Brownish

棕色的

Meaning

having a color somewhat like brown; tending toward brown

Example

The old paper had a brownish tint from age.

那张旧纸因岁月的缘故带有棕色的色调。

B2 adjective /ˈvɪv.ɪd/

Vivid

生动的; 明亮的; 清晰的;

Meaning

producing powerful feelings or strong, clear images in the mind; bright and intense

Example

She has vivid memories of her childhood in the countryside.

她对自己在乡村的童年有着生动的记忆。

B2 noun /ˈpesɪˌmɪzəm/

pessimism

悲观主义

Meaning

A tendency to see the worst aspect of things or believe the worst will happen.

Example

Her constant pessimism made it hard to stay optimistic.

她的悲观主义让保持乐观变得很困难。

B2 noun /ˈspɛktrəm/

spectrum

光谱

Meaning

A range of different things, often related to colors, ideas, or classifications.

Example

The festival attracted people from across the political spectrum.

这个节日吸引了来自各个政治光谱的人们。

B2 adjective + noun əˈdæptɪv ˈfiːtʃərz

adaptive features

适应性特征

Meaning

Characteristics that help organisms adjust to their environment

Example

Plants' adaptive features help them grow in winter.

植物的适应性特征帮助它们在冬季生长。

B2 verb /kriːp/

creep

爬行

Meaning

to move slowly and quietly; to make someone feel uncomfortable

Example

She crept quietly up the stairs to avoid waking anyone.

她悄悄地走上楼梯，以免吵醒任何人。

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。

B2 adjective kənˈsaɪs

concise

简洁

Meaning

Brief and clearly expressed without unnecessary details.

Example

A concise speech is more impactful than a long one.

简洁的演讲比冗长的演讲更有影响力。

B2 adverb /səˈpəʊzɪdli/

supposedly

据说

Meaning

used to show that something is believed or claimed to be true, though it may not be

Example

He is supposedly the best player on the team.

据说他是队里最好的球员。

Meaning

to present something or someone falsely as something else; to pretend or deceive

Example

He tried to pass off the fake watch as a luxury brand.

B2 adjective /ˈroʊlɪŋ/

rolling

滚动

Meaning

moving in gentle undulations; moving forward by turning over and over

Example

They drove through the rolling hills of the countryside.

他们开车穿过乡村的滚动山丘。