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B2 noun /biːt/

Beet

甜菜
Meaning
a plant with a round dark red root that is eaten as a vegetable
Example
Roasted beet with goat cheese makes a delicious salad.
烤甜菜配山羊奶酪做成美味的沙拉。
B2 noun/verb /ˌoʊvərˈlæp/

overlap

Meaning
To extend over and cover partly; an area where things coincide.
Example
The two meetings overlap by an hour.
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 /ˈɡləʊ.bəl piːs/

global peace

全球和平
Meaning
Worldwide harmony and absence of conflict between nations.
Example
Global peace requires collective efforts.
全球和平需要集体努力。
B2 adjective ˌpaɪəˈnɪə.rɪŋ

pioneering

开创
Meaning
Involving new ideas or methods; innovative and original.
Example
Pioneering efforts often lead to success.
开创性努力常常通向成功。
B2 noun /dɪˌtɜː.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

determination

决心
Meaning
Firmness of purpose; the quality of being determined; resolve.
Example
His determination to succeed was unwavering.
他为了成功的决心坚定不移。
B2 adjective /aʊtˈstændɪŋ/

outstanding

杰出
Meaning
extremely good or impressive; not yet resolved or paid
Example
She received an award for her outstanding performance.
她因出色的表现获得了奖项。
B2 noun /ˈædvərtaɪzər/

advertiser

广告商
Meaning
a person or company that advertises a product, service, or event
Example
The advertiser paid millions for a Super Bowl commercial spot.
广告商为超级碗广告位置支付了数百万。
B2 noun /wɪðˈdrɔːəl/

withdrawal

提款
Meaning
the act of taking something back or removing oneself from a situation
Example
He made a withdrawal of $500 from his bank account.
他从银行账户提取了500美元。
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 adjective prɪˈlɪm.ɪ.nər.i

preliminary

初步
Meaning
Denoting an action or event preceding or done in preparation for something fuller or more important.
Example
Preliminary steps are crucial before the main project.
初步步骤在主要项目之前至关重要。
B2 noun /ˈkrɪstəl/

crystal

水晶
Meaning
a clear, transparent mineral or glass that forms a solid structure with regular patterns
Example
She wore a necklace made of sparkling crystal.
她戴着一条闪闪发光的水晶项链。
B2 noun /ˈskʌlp.tʃər/

Sculpture

雕塑; 通过雕刻制作的艺术品
Meaning
the art of making objects by carving; a work of art made by carving
Example
The museum displays ancient Greek sculpture.
博物馆展示了古希腊雕塑。
B2 adjective /ˈmɪnɪməm/

minimum

最小值
Meaning
The least or smallest amount or quantity possible, attained, or required.
Example
This year saw a minimum unemployment rate.
今年的失业率达到了最低点。
B2 verb /ˈɪmɪɡreɪt/

immigrate

移民
Meaning
to come to live permanently in a foreign country
Example
He immigrated to Canada five years ago.
他五年前移民到了加拿大。
B2 noun /stəˈtɪstɪks/

statistics

统计
Meaning
the practice or science of collecting and analyzing numerical data
Example
The statistics showed an increase in the number of users last year.
统计数据显示，去年用户数量有所增加。
B2 verb /ɪnˈkwaɪər/

inquire

询问
Meaning
to ask; to investigate
Example
She inquired about the job opening.
她询问了职位空缺。
B2 noun /bætʃ/

batch

一次性生产或处理的物品数量
Meaning
a quantity of items produced or processed at one time
Example
She baked a fresh batch of cookies this morning.
她今天早上烤了一批新鲜的饼干。
B2 noun /ˈpaɪ.rə.si/

Piracy

海盗行为；盗版
Meaning
the practice of attacking and robbing ships at sea; the unauthorized use or reproduction of copyrighted material
Example
Software piracy costs companies billions of dollars annually.
软件盗版每年给公司造成数十亿美元的损失。
B2 noun /ˈkiːɒsk/

kiosk

报摊
Meaning
A small, open-fronted hut or cubicle from which newspapers, refreshments, tickets, etc., are sold.
Example
She bought a bottle of water from the kiosk near the station.
她在车站附近的报摊买了一瓶水。
B2 adjective ˌprəʊˈæk.tɪv

proactive

积极主动
Meaning
Taking action by causing change and not only reacting to change when it happens.
Example
Proactive strategies are needed to combat scarcity.
积极主动的策略是解决短缺问题的必要措施。
B2 noun /trænzˈmɪʃən/

transmission

传输, 发送
Meaning
the act of sending, passing, or spreading something such as information, energy, or disease
Example
The transmission of data over the internet is very fast.
通过互联网传输数据非常快。
B2 noun ˌɪmplɪmenˈteɪʃən

implementation

实施
Meaning
The process of putting a decision or plan into effect; execution.
Example
Proper implementation of policies is crucial.
政策的正确实施至关重要。
B2 adverb /ɔːˈθentɪkli/

authentically

真实地
Meaning
in a genuine, real, or true manner; in a way that reflects true character or origin
Example
She speaks authentically about her experiences.
她真实地谈论自己的经历。
B2 noun /ˈkæməˌflɑːʒ/

camouflage

伪装
Meaning
the act of hiding or disguising something by making it blend with its surroundings
Example
The soldiers used camouflage to hide from the enemy.
士兵们使用伪装来躲避敌人。
B2 noun ˈʃeɪdɪd ˈɛəriə

shaded area

遮阳区
Meaning
An area that is protected from direct sunlight.
Example
We sat in a shaded area by the riverbank.
我们坐在河岸的遮阳区。
B2 noun /ˈbɜːrdn/

burden

负担
Meaning
a heavy load, especially one that is difficult to carry
Example
The financial burden was too heavy for him to bear.
财政负担对他来说太重了。
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 /ˈkjuː.bɪ.kəl/

cubicle

办公隔间
Meaning
A small partitioned-off area of a room, typically in an office.
Example
She works in a cubicle with three other colleagues.
她和另外三位同事在一个办公隔间里工作。
B2 noun /ˈrɪdəl/

Riddle

谜语
Meaning
a question or statement intentionally phrased so as to require ingenuity in ascertaining its answer or meaning; a puzzle
Example
The ancient riddle stumped all the scholars for years.
古老的谜语让所有学者困扰了多年。
B2 adverb /ɪnˈɛvɪtəbli/

inevitably

不可避免地
Meaning
in a way that cannot be avoided or prevented
Example
Inevitably, the team faced challenges during the project.
不可避免地，团队在项目过程中遇到了挑战。
B2 noun /ˈdoʊnər/

donor

捐赠者
Meaning
A person who gives something, especially to a charity or cause.
Example
The donor contributed generously to the hospital’s new wing.
捐赠者慷慨地为医院的新翼捐赠了资金。
B2 adjective /ˈskætərd/

Scattered

分散的; 散落的;
Meaning
spread widely apart; dispersed; occurring here and there
Example
Scattered showers are expected throughout the day.
预计全天都会有分散的降雨。
B2 adjective /prəˈpoʊzd/

proposed

提议的
Meaning
suggested or put forward for consideration or discussion
Example
The proposed changes will improve the system.
提议的变更将改善系统。
B2 noun /kənˈvɜː.ʃən/

Conversion

转化，变化，转变
Meaning
The process of changing or causing something to change from one form to another.
Example
High website conversion rates indicate effective marketing.
高网站转化率表明有效的市场营销。
B2 noun /ˈdræɡ.ən.flaɪ/

Dragon-fly

蜻蜓
Meaning
a large insect with four transparent wings that lives near water
Example
The dragonfly hovered over the pond.
蜻蜓在池塘上方盘旋。
B2 verb /ˈkɒmprəmaɪz/

compromise

妥协
Meaning
To expose or make vulnerable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute.
Example
Excessive sharing can compromise your privacy.
过度分享可能会危害你的隐私。
B2 noun /mʌŋk/

Monk

僧侣
Meaning
a man who is a member of a religious community living under vows
Example
The monk spent hours in meditation each day.
那位僧侣每天花几个小时冥想。
B2 noun/verb /skɔːrn/

scorn

Meaning
the feeling or expression of contempt or disdain; to treat with contempt
Example
She looked at him with open scorn.
B2 noun /ˈkɪdni/

Kidney

肾脏
Meaning
either of a pair of organs that filter waste products from the blood and produce urine
Example
Drinking plenty of water helps keep your kidneys healthy.
喝足够的水有助于保持肾脏健康。
B2 noun /ˈdʒʊəri/

jury

陪审团
Meaning
a group of people sworn to give a verdict in a legal case based on the evidence
Example
The jury found him guilty of the crime.
陪审团裁定他犯有罪行。
B2 noun /ˈɛθɪk/

ethic

伦理
Meaning
a set of moral principles, especially ones relating to a particular group, system, or profession
Example
He has a strong work ethic and always meets deadlines.
他有很强的工作伦理，总是能按时完成任务。
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。
B2 verb /ˌdɪsɪnˈfɛkt/

disinfect

消毒
Meaning
to clean something thoroughly to destroy bacteria or viruses
Example
The nurse disinfected the wound before applying a bandage.
护士在敷上绷带之前消毒了伤口。
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 noun /trænˈzækʃən/

transaction

交易
Meaning
an instance of buying or selling something; a business deal or exchange
Example
Every online transaction is recorded for security purposes.
每一笔在线交易都会为了安全目的而被记录。
B2 noun, verb /ˈɑːrkaɪv/

archive

Meaning
A collection of historical documents or records; to store or preserve information for future use.
Example
The library decided to archive all the old manuscripts.
B2 noun /ˈwɒr.i.ər/

Warrior

战士; 勇敢或经验丰富的战斗者
Meaning
a person who fights in battles; a brave or experienced fighter
Example
The brave warrior defended his village from the invaders.
勇敢的战士保护了他的村庄免受入侵者的侵害。
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 ˈlaɪv.stɒk ˈfɑː.mɪŋ

livestock farming

畜牧业
Meaning
The breeding, raising, and care of farm animals such as cattle, horses, sheep, and pigs for food, fiber, and other products.
Example
Livestock farming plays a crucial role in food security.
畜牧业在食品安全中发挥着至关重要的作用。
B2 noun /ˌkɑm.pənˈseɪ.ʃən/

Compensation

补偿; 赔偿
Meaning
something given or received as an equivalent for services, debt, loss, injury, or suffering; payment or reward
Example
The company provided financial compensation to the workers injured in the accident.
公司向在事故中受伤的工人提供了经济补偿。
B2 noun /ˈwɜːrkˌfɔːrs/

workforce

劳动力
Meaning
the people engaged in or available for work
Example
The company is looking to expand its workforce by 20%.
公司计划将其劳动力扩大20%。
B2 noun /ɪnˈtɜː.prə.tər/

Interpreter

口译员; 翻译员;
Meaning
a person who translates orally from one language into another; someone who explains meaning
Example
The international conference hired professional interpreters to translate speeches in real time.
国际会议聘请了专业口译员来实时翻译演讲。
B2 noun /ˈtʌndrə/

tundra

冻原
Meaning
A vast, flat, treeless Arctic region where the subsoil is permanently frozen.
Example
Polar bears roam across the icy tundra.
北极熊在冰冷的冻原上徘徊。
B2 verb /ˈɔːltər/

alter

改变
Meaning
to change or modify something slightly but significantly
Example
She decided to alter her dress to make it fit better.
她决定改变她的裙子，让它更合身。
B2 verb /ˈjuːtɪlaɪz/

utilize

利用
Meaning
to make practical or effective use of something
Example
The company aims to utilize solar energy for production.
公司旨在利用太阳能进行生产。
B2 adjective /ˈmiː.nɪŋ.ləs/

Meaningless

毫无意义; 没有目的; 无意义
Meaning
without purpose; having no significance; pointless
Example
The data became meaningless without proper context.
数据在没有适当背景的情况下变得毫无意义。
B2 preposition /kənˈsɜːnɪŋ/

concerning

关于
Meaning
about or relating to something; causing worry or anxiety
Example
There are some reports concerning the new project.
关于新项目有一些报告。
B2 noun /ˈnæreɪtər/

narrator

叙述者
Meaning
A person who tells the story in a book, play, or film.
Example
The narrator guided the audience through the complex plot.
叙述者引导观众穿越复杂的情节。
B2 adjective /ˈræp.ɪd/

Rapid

快速的；迅速的；急速的；
Meaning
happening in a short time or at a fast pace
Example
The rapid growth of technology has changed our daily lives.
技术的快速增长改变了我们的日常生活。
B2 adjective /ˈaɪ.dəl/

Idle

懒惰的; 不活跃的; 没有工作的
Meaning
lazy; inactive; not working or being used
Example
The factory workers were idle during the strike.
工厂工人在罢工期间闲置。
B2 noun /ˈlænd.ɪŋ/

Landing

着陆
Meaning
the action of coming to rest on the ground or another surface; a level area at the top of a staircase
Example
The pilot made a smooth landing despite the stormy weather conditions.
飞行员尽管遇到风暴天气条件，但顺利着陆。
B2 noun /ˈmɒtəʊ/

motto

座右铭
Meaning
A short sentence or phrase that expresses a guiding belief or principle.
Example
Her motto in life is 'never give up.'
她的生活座右铭是'永不放弃。'
B2 verb /ˈvaɪbreɪt/

vibrate

震动
Meaning
To move or cause to move continuously and rapidly back and forth.
Example
The phone began to vibrate on the table.
电话开始在桌子上震动。
B2 adverb /rɪˈmɑːrkəbli/

remarkably

引人注目地
Meaning
in a way that is worthy of attention or notice; surprisingly
Example
She did remarkably well in the competition.
她在比赛中表现得引人注目。
B2 noun /ˈtɛnənsi/

tenancy

租约
Meaning
The possession or occupation of land or property as a tenant.
Example
The tenancy agreement was signed for two years.
租赁协议已签署为期两年。
B2 noun /ˈwɜːrk laɪf ˈbæl.əns/

work-life balance

工作与生活平衡
Meaning
The equilibrium between personal and professional life, ensuring neither dominates at the expense of the other.
Example
Achieving work-life balance reduces stress and improves productivity.
实现工作与生活的平衡可以减轻压力并提高生产力。
B2 noun /plæˈtoʊ/

plateau

高原，平坦的高地，变化不大的阶段
Meaning
an elevated flat area of land or a period of little change
Example
After months of growth, sales reached a plateau.
经过几个月的增长，销售达到了一个平台。
B2 adjective /ɪmˈpɜːrfɪkt/

imperfect

不完美
Meaning
Not perfect; having faults or flaws.
Example
The painting was beautiful despite being imperfect.
这幅画很美，尽管它不完美。
B2 noun /kloʊv/

Clove

丁香
Meaning
aromatic flower buds of a tree in the family Myrtaceae, used as a spice
Example
She added a few cloves to the mulled wine for extra flavor.
她在热红酒中加入了一些丁香，以增加风味。
B2 noun /bʌd/

Bud

花苞
Meaning
An undeveloped or immature flower before it opens
Example
The rose bud will bloom into a beautiful flower in a few days.
玫瑰花苞将在几天内绽放成一朵美丽的花。
B2 adjective /ˈɔː.rəl/

Oral

口头的；与嘴巴相关的
Meaning
spoken rather than written; relating to the mouth
Example
The oral examination will test your speaking skills.
口头考试将测试你的口语技能。
B2 adjective /ˈhjuː.mər.əs/

Humorous

幽默的; 好笑的; 引起笑声的;
Meaning
funny; amusing; causing laughter;
Example
His humorous stories always make everyone laugh.
他的幽默故事总是让每个人都笑。
B2 noun /ˌkovuːɪɡˈzɪs.təns/

Co-existence

共存
Meaning
the state of existing together at the same time or in the same place; peaceful cohabitation
Example
The peaceful co-existence of different cultures makes this city unique.
不同文化的和平共存使这座城市独一无二。
B2 verb /səkˈsiːdɪŋ/

succeeding

随后的 / 后续的
Meaning
coming after or following in order; continuing to succeed
Example
In the succeeding years, the company expanded rapidly.
在随后的几年里，公司迅速扩展。
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 /ɪɡˈzæmɪnər/

examiner

考官
Meaning
A person who tests or inspects knowledge, skills, or qualifications
Example
The examiner reviewed each student's answer sheet carefully.
考官仔细检查了每个学生的答题纸。
B2 noun /ˈwɪd.oʊ.ər/

Widower

鳏夫
Meaning
a man whose wife has died and who has not married again
Example
The elderly widower lived alone but had regular visits from his children.
那位年长的鳏夫独自生活，但定期接受孩子们的拜访。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈbreɪkəbəl/

Unbreakable

不能被打破或损坏；非常强大和耐用
Meaning
not able to be broken or damaged; very strong and durable
Example
Their friendship formed an unbreakable bond.
他们的友谊形成了一个坚不可摧的纽带。
B2 adjective /ˈpaʊərləs/

powerless

无力的
Meaning
without ability, influence, or strength
Example
She felt powerless against the unfair system.
她在不公平的系统面前感到无力。
B2 noun /dɪsˈkloʊʒər/

disclosure

披露
Meaning
the action of making something known or public
Example
The disclosure of the company's financial status was delayed.
公司财务状况的披露被延迟了。
B2 verb /vaʊ/

vow

发誓
Meaning
to make a serious promise; to pledge solemnly
Example
They vowed to love each other forever.
他们发誓永远相爱。
B2 adjective /ɪˈmɜːrdʒɪŋ/

emerging

新兴
Meaning
becoming known, developing, or starting to exist
Example
Bangladesh is one of the fastest emerging economies in the world.
孟加拉国是世界上发展最快的新兴经济体之一。
B2 noun /ˈwɪd.oʊ/

Widow

寡妇
Meaning
a woman whose husband has died and who has not married again
Example
The widow received support from her family and community.
寡妇得到了她的家人和社区的支持。
B2 noun /ˈstiː.mər/

Steamer

蒸汽船
Meaning
a ship or boat powered by steam engines
Example
The old steamer crossed the river slowly.
老蒸汽船慢慢地渡过了河。
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 adjective /ʌnˈdʒʌst/

Unjust

不公正的; 错误的
Meaning
not fair or right; morally wrong
Example
The punishment was unjust for such a minor offense.
这个惩罚对于如此轻微的罪行来说是不公正的。
B2 noun kəmˈpet.ɪ.tɪv.nəs

competitiveness

竞争力
Meaning
The quality of being as good as or better than others of a comparable nature; the ability to compete successfully.
Example
Competitiveness is vital for economic sustainability.
竞争力对经济可持续性至关重要。
B2 noun /ˈtɛl.ər/

teller

出纳员; 讲述者
Meaning
A person who counts and manages money at a bank; a person who tells or relates something
Example
The bank teller counted the cash carefully before handing it over.
银行出纳在交付现金前仔细点算了金额。
B2 noun ˌæn.tiˈɒk.sɪ.dənts

antioxidants

抗氧化剂
Meaning
A substance that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage.
Example
Fruits and vegetables are rich in antioxidants.
水果和蔬菜富含抗氧化剂。
B2 noun /ɡloʊb/

Globe

球形物体；地球；地球的球形模型
Meaning
a spherical or rounded object; the earth; a spherical model of the earth
Example
The teacher used a globe to show the students the locations of different countries.
老师使用地球仪向学生展示不同国家的位置。
B2 noun /foʊm/

Foam

泡沫
Meaning
a mass of small bubbles formed on or in liquid; frothy white mass
Example
The waves crashed against the rocks, creating white foam on the shore.
波浪撞击岩石，形成了岸边的白色泡沫。
B2 noun ˈdɒmɪnəns

dominance

主导地位
Meaning
Power and influence over others; control or command.
Example
The dominance of Urdu was evident.
乌尔都语的主导地位显而易见。
B2 noun /ˌkeɪ.pəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

capability

能力
Meaning
The ability or capacity to do something.
Example
The telescope's capability is unparalleled.
望远镜的能力是无与伦比的。
B2 noun /ˈrɪə.lɪ.zəm/

realism

现实主义
Meaning
The quality of representing things as they are; a practical or factual view.
Example
Her paintings are admired for their realism.
她的画作因其现实主义而受到赞赏。
B2 noun /roʊst/

Roast

烤肉
Meaning
Meat cooked by dry heat in an oven or over an open fire
Example
The Sunday roast was perfectly cooked and very tender.
周日的烤肉被煮得非常完美，肉质非常嫩。
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。
B2 noun /ˈwɒtʃ.mən/

Watchman

看守人
Meaning
a person employed to guard or watch over a building or area, especially at night
Example
The watchman patrols the factory every hour to ensure security.
看守人每小时巡逻工厂，确保安全。
B2 noun /prəˈseʃ.ən/

Procession

游行; 队列;
Meaning
a group of people or vehicles moving forward in an organized way, especially as part of a ceremony
Example
The wedding procession walked slowly to the church.
婚礼游行缓慢地走向教堂。
B2 noun /sɪɡˈnɪf.ɪ.kəns/

Significance

重要性
Meaning
the quality of being worthy of attention; importance
Example
The discovery has great significance for medical research.
这个发现对医学研究具有重要意义。
B2 verb /ɪˈrɛkt/

erect

竖立
Meaning
to build or construct something; to set upright
Example
They erected a statue in the town square.
他们在市中心广场竖立了一个雕像。
B2 noun ˈdevəsteɪtɪŋ ˈkɒnsɪkwənsɪz

devastating consequences

毁灭性后果
Meaning
Extremely harmful or destructive results or effects
Example
Air pollution has devastating consequences for health.
空气污染对健康有毁灭性后果。
B2 noun /ˈmeɪər/

mayor

市长
Meaning
The elected head of a city, town, or municipality.
Example
The mayor announced a new policy to improve public transport.
市长宣布了一项新政策，以改善公共交通。
B2 noun /ˈwɪkɪdnəs/

wickedness

邪恶，恶行
Meaning
Evil or morally bad behavior.
Example
The story highlights the wickedness of the cruel king.
这个故事突出了残忍国王的恶行。
B2 noun /ˈes.əns/

Essence

本质
Meaning
the intrinsic nature or indispensable quality of something
Example
The essence of good teaching is the ability to inspire students.
优秀教学的本质是能够激励学生。
B2 noun, verb /laʊndʒ/

lounge

休息室
Meaning
A public room for relaxing; or to sit, lie, or stand in a relaxed way.
Example
They lounged on the sofa after dinner.
他们在晚餐后懒洋洋地躺在沙发上。
B2 noun /fʌs/

Fuss

大惊小怪；无谓的烦恼
Meaning
unnecessary worry or bother about something; agitated excitement over a trivial matter
Example
She made such a fuss about the small stain on her dress that everyone noticed.
她因裙子上的小污点而大惊小怪，结果大家都注意到了。
B2 noun /ˈfaʊn.dər/

Founder

创始人
Meaning
a person who establishes an institution or settlement; someone who starts or creates something
Example
Steve Jobs was the co-founder of Apple Inc. and revolutionized personal computing.
史蒂夫·乔布斯是苹果公司联合创始人，并且革命性地改变了个人计算机。
B2 noun, verb /ˈbʌŋkər/

bunker

地堡
Meaning
a reinforced underground shelter; to place or store something in a protected place
Example
They hid in a bunker during the air raid.
空袭期间他们躲在地堡里。
B2 adjective dʒəˈnet.ɪk

genetic

遗传的
Meaning
Relating to genes or heredity; concerning the transmission of inherited characteristics.
Example
Genetic traits influence physical characteristics.
遗传特征影响身体特征。
B2 noun /pæd/

pad

便签本
Meaning
a small cushion or block of soft material; also a set of sheets of paper fastened together
Example
He wrote her phone number on a yellow pad.
他把她的电话号码写在一个黄色的便签本上。
B2 noun /pəˈtɪʃən/

petition

请愿书
Meaning
a formal written request, typically signed by many people, appealing to authority about a cause
Example
They signed a petition to improve road safety in the area.
他们签署了一份请愿书，要求改善该地区的道路安全。
B2 noun /ˈhɔːr.ər/

Horror

恐怖; 强烈的恐惧感; 厌恶
Meaning
an intense feeling of fear, shock, or disgust; something that causes such feelings
Example
The survivors described the horror of the earthquake that destroyed their entire village.
幸存者描述了地震的恐怖，地震摧毁了他们整个村庄。
B2 noun /ˈprɒs.pekts/

prospects

前景
Meaning
The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring.
Example
The prospects for growth look promising.
增长的前景看起来很有前途。
B2 noun /ˈskændəl/

scandal

丑闻
Meaning
an event or action that causes public outrage or damage to one's reputation
Example
The politician's affair became a public scandal.
那位政治家的私 affair 成为了公共丑闻。
B2 noun ˌæd.æpˈteɪ.ʃən

adaptation

适应
Meaning
The action or process of adapting or being adapted.
Example
Adaptation to climate change is critical for resilience.
适应气候变化对于韧性至关重要。
B2 noun ˈwɪl.paʊər

willpower

意志力
Meaning
The ability to control your thoughts and actions in order to achieve what you want to do.
Example
Strong willpower is essential for achieving long-term goals.
强大的意志力对实现长期目标至关重要。
B2 noun ɪˈmɪʃ.ənz

emissions

排放
Meaning
The production and discharge of something, especially gas, heat, light, or radiation.
Example
Carbon emissions are rising globally.
碳排放在全球范围内上升。
B2 noun /ˌɒpəˈzɪʃən/

opposition

反对
Meaning
the action of opposing or resisting something
Example
The opposition to the new law was strong.
对新法律的反对很强烈。
B2 noun /mɪnt/

Mint

薄荷; 钱币厂
Meaning
An aromatic plant used for flavoring; also a place where money is manufactured
Example
She added fresh mint leaves to the tea for a refreshing taste.
她在茶里加了新鲜的薄荷叶，带来清新的味道。
B2 noun /kriːk/

creek

小溪
Meaning
a small stream or narrow river
Example
We went fishing by the creek near our house.
我们在离家很近的小溪旁钓鱼。