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B1 noun /ˈbaɪbəl/

bible

圣经
Meaning
the Christian scriptures consisting of the Old and New Testaments; also used for any authoritative book
Example
She reads the Bible every morning.
她每天早晨读圣经。
B2 noun /kənˈvɜːrtər/

converter

转换器
Meaning
a device or person that changes something from one form, system, or use to another; a tool that converts data, energy, or materials
Example
The engineer used a converter to change AC power into DC power.
工程师使用转换器将交流电转换为直流电。
C1 noun /ˈæl.kə.laɪ/

alkali

碱性物质
Meaning
a soluble base substance, typically with a pH greater than 7, that neutralizes acids
Example
Soap contains alkali which helps remove grease.
肥皂含有碱，能帮助去除油脂。
C2 noun /ɪˌpɪstəˈmɒlədʒi/

epistemology

认识论
Meaning
The branch of philosophy that studies the nature, origin, and scope of knowledge.
Example
Epistemology explores the difference between justified belief and opinion.
认识论探索公正的信仰和意见之间的区别。
B1 adjective /ʌnˈnesəseri/

Unnecessary

不必要的；多余的
Meaning
not needed; not required; pointless
Example
The meeting was unnecessary since all decisions were already made.
会议是多余的，因为所有的决定已经做出。
B2 noun /kənˈsɛʃən/

concession

让步
Meaning
something that is granted, especially in response to demands; a compromise
Example
The company made several concessions during the negotiations.
公司在谈判中做出了几次让步。
B2 adjective /stɜːrn/

Stern

严格的；严厉的
Meaning
serious and demanding exact conformity to rules; strict and severe
Example
The teacher gave the students a stern warning about cheating.
老师给学生们关于作弊的严厉警告。
C2 verb /dʒaɪb/

gibe

嘲笑
Meaning
To make insulting or mocking remarks; to taunt.
Example
The fans gibed at the losing team.
粉丝们嘲笑失败的队伍。
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。
B2 noun /ˈdiː.lɪŋ/

Dealing

交易; 对待; 事务处理
Meaning
business transactions; the way of treating people or handling situations
Example
His fair dealing with customers earned him an excellent reputation.
他与客户的公平交易为他赢得了极好的声誉。
A2 noun /ˈdʒækɪt/

Jacket

夹克
Meaning
a piece of clothing worn on the upper body, typically having sleeves and fastening down the front
Example
He wore a leather jacket to protect himself from the cold wind.
他穿了一件皮夹克以保护自己免受寒冷的风吹。
C1 noun /doʊ/

doe

母鹿
Meaning
a female deer, especially an adult one
Example
The doe and her fawn were grazing in the meadow.
母鹿和她的小鹿在草地上吃草。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnˌkɒnsɪˈkwɛnʃəl/

inconsequential

微不足道
Meaning
Not important or significant; too small to matter.
Example
The mistake was minor and inconsequential.
这个错误是微不足道的。
C2 noun /ˌdɛrɪˈlɪkʃən/

dereliction

失职
Meaning
the state of being abandoned; neglect of duty
Example
The officer was charged with dereliction of duty.
这名官员因失职被指控。
A1 verb /stɑːrt/

start

开始
Meaning
to begin something; to commence; to initiate
Example
Let's start the meeting now.
让我们现在开始会议。
B1 verb /ˈɡɑːsɪp/

gossip

八卦
Meaning
to talk about other people's private lives, often in an unkind way
Example
They love to gossip about their neighbors.
他们喜欢聊邻居的八卦。
A1 verb, noun /kraɪ/

cry

Meaning
To shed tears as an expression of emotion such as sadness or pain; also a loud call or shout.
Example
The baby began to cry when she was hungry.
B1 noun /ˈwelˌbiː.ɪŋ/

well-being

福祉
Meaning
The state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.
Example
Eye lubrication is crucial for overall well-being.
眼睛的润滑对于整体福祉至关重要。
C1 noun /ˈreɪ.vən/

Raven

乌鸦
Meaning
a large, black bird with a thick bill and harsh croaking voice
Example
The raven perched on the old oak tree and cawed loudly.
那只乌鸦停在老橡树上大声地叫。
B1 noun /əˈmjuːzmənt/

Amusement

娱乐; 快乐; 娱乐活动
Meaning
the state or experience of finding something funny; entertainment or recreational activities
Example
The children's laughter showed their amusement at the clown's performance.
孩子们的笑声展示了他们对小丑表演的娱乐。
C2 noun /ˈfiːæt/

fiat

法令，命令
Meaning
an official order or decree; authoritative command
Example
The new policy was enacted by royal fiat.
新政策通过皇帝的命令实施。
C2 noun, verb /ˈmaɪər/

mire

Meaning
A stretch of swampy or boggy ground; as a verb, to entangle or involve someone in a difficult situation.
Example
The car was stuck in the mire after the heavy rain.
A2 noun /ˈkoʊkənʌt/

Coconut

椰子
Meaning
a large brown seed with hard shell containing white flesh and coconut water
Example
We drank coconut water directly from the coconut.
我们直接从椰子里喝椰子水。
C1 noun ɪɡˌzæs.pəˈreɪ.ʃən

exasperation

恼怒
Meaning
Extreme irritation or frustration.
Example
He sighed in exasperation after hearing the same excuse again.
他在再次听到同样的借口后，因恼怒而叹了口气。
B2 adjective /kənˈsɜːvətɪv/

conservative

保守的
Meaning
Favoring traditional views and values; resistant to change.
Example
He has conservative views on family and society.
他对家庭和社会持有保守的看法。
A2 verb /blɒk/

block

阻止
Meaning
to obstruct; to prevent passage or progress
Example
The fallen tree blocks the road.
掉落的树挡住了路。
C2 verb /vɪˈtjuːpəreɪt/

vituperate

严厉批评
Meaning
To criticize harshly or abuse verbally.
Example
The politician was quick to vituperate his opponents during the debate.
政治家在辩论中迅速地批评了他的对手。
B2 noun /ɡaʊn/

Gown

礼服
Meaning
a long dress, typically worn on formal occasions; a loose robe worn for comfort or in professional settings
Example
She looked elegant in her evening gown at the graduation ceremony.
她在毕业典礼上穿着晚礼服，看起来很优雅。
C2 noun /dɪˈpoʊnənt/

deponent

证人
Meaning
A person who gives testimony under oath, especially in a written deposition.
Example
The deponent confirmed the accuracy of the statement during the trial.
证人在审判期间确认了陈述的准确性。
C1 noun /liˈeɪzɒn/

liaison

联络人
Meaning
communication or cooperation between people or groups for a smooth working relationship
Example
She works as a liaison between the company and its clients.
她在公司与客户之间担任联络人。
A1 noun /ˈpiːpl/

people

人们
Meaning
a group of human beings collectively
Example
The people in the town gathered for the festival.
城里的人们为节日聚集。
C2 adjective /ɛmˈpaɪriəl/

empyreal

天国的
Meaning
Heavenly, divine, or relating to the highest heavens.
Example
The poet described the empyreal beauty of the stars.
诗人描述了星星的天国美丽。
C2 noun /ˈaɪ.ərn.wʊd/

Ironwood

铁木
Meaning
a hard, dense wood from various trees; also the tree itself that produces small flowers
Example
The ironwood tree blooms with tiny white flowers.
铁木树开着小白花。
B2 noun /ʌnˈrest/

Unrest

不安；动荡；社会或政治动乱
Meaning
a state of dissatisfaction and disturbance; social or political disorder
Example
The economic crisis led to widespread social unrest.
经济危机导致了广泛的社会不安。
C2 adjective /ˌpluːˈpɜːrfɪkt/

pluperfect

过去完成时
Meaning
a verb tense expressing an action completed before another past action
Example
By the time she arrived, he had finished his homework, showing the pluperfect tense.
在她到达时，他已经完成了作业，展示了过去完成时。
B2 adjective /ɪnˈækjərət/

Inaccurate

不正确; 错误的; 错误的
Meaning
not correct; containing errors; wrong
Example
The weather forecast was inaccurate yesterday.
昨天的天气预报不准确。
C1 noun /ˌæntɪˈsiːdənt/

antecedent

先例
Meaning
something that came before; a previous event, condition, or cause
Example
The cultural antecedents of this festival go back centuries.
这个节日的文化先例可以追溯到几个世纪前。
C2 adjective /ˈɪmənənt/

immanent

内在的
Meaning
existing or operating within; inherent
Example
He believed that moral values are immanent in human nature.
他相信道德价值在人的本性中是内在的。
C1 verb /ˈdræm.ə.taɪz/

dramatize

戏剧化
Meaning
to present a story in a dramatic way, or to exaggerate something
Example
The novel was dramatized into a popular TV series.
这本小说被改编成了一部受欢迎的电视系列剧。
B1 noun /piː/

Pea

豌豆
Meaning
a small round green seed eaten as a vegetable
Example
The children enjoyed eating sweet peas with dinner.
孩子们喜欢在晚餐时吃甜豌豆。
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。
A1 verb /weɪt/

wait

等待
Meaning
to stay in expectation; to delay action until something happens
Example
Please wait here while I get the documents.
请在这里等待，我去拿文件。
A1 adjective /pʊr/

Poor

贫困; 低质量
Meaning
having little money; lacking resources; of low quality
Example
The poor family struggled to make ends meet.
贫困的家庭为了生计而挣扎。
C1 verb /ˈdɪs.ɪ.peɪt/

dissipate

逐渐消失
Meaning
To disappear or cause to disappear gradually.
Example
The tension in the room slowly dissipated.
房间里的紧张气氛慢慢消失了。
C1 verb /ˈskʌr.i/

scurry

快速跑
Meaning
To move quickly with short, hurried steps.
Example
The mice scurried across the kitchen floor when the lights turned on.
老鼠在灯光打开时快速穿过厨房的地板。
C2 adjective /ˈpɛstɪlənt/

pestilent

致命的
Meaning
Causing or tending to cause death or destruction; harmful or pernicious.
Example
The pestilent atmosphere of the swamp made people sick.
沼泽的致命气氛让人们生病。
C2 noun /ˈθɛspiən/

thespian

演员
Meaning
An actor or actress; relating to drama or theater.
Example
The festival was filled with talented thespians from across the country.
这个节日充满了来自全国各地的才华横溢的演员。
C1 verb /dɪˈteɪn/

detain

Meaning
to keep someone from proceeding; to hold back, especially by official authority
Example
The police detained the suspect for questioning.
C1 verb /dɪˈspɛns/

dispense

分配
Meaning
To distribute or provide something, especially in portions.
Example
The machine dispenses clean drinking water.
机器分配干净的饮用水。
A1 verb /ˈoʊpən/

open

打开
Meaning
to move something so as to allow access; to begin
Example
Please open the door for me.
请为我打开门。
C2 noun /ˌpɛntəˈhiːdrən/

pentahedron

五面体
Meaning
A solid geometric figure with five faces.
Example
In geometry class, the teacher explained the structure of a pentahedron.
在几何课上，老师解释了五面体的结构。
C1 verb /ɪɡˈnaɪt/

ignite

点燃
Meaning
To catch fire or cause to catch fire; to start or arouse.
Example
The sparks ignited the dry leaves in seconds.
火花在几秒钟内点燃了干叶。
C2 noun /ˌdiːnəʊˈteɪʃən/

denotation

指示
Meaning
The literal or primary meaning of a word, in contrast to the feelings or ideas that the word suggests.
Example
The denotation of the word 'rose' is a type of flower.
“玫瑰”这个词的指示是一个花的种类。
B1 noun ˈpʌb.lɪk ˈspiː.kɪŋ

public speaking

公共演讲
Meaning
The skill of speaking confidently in front of an audience.
Example
Public speaking skills are essential for leadership roles.
公共演讲技巧对领导角色至关重要。
A1 verb /feɪs/

face

mianlin
Meaning
to confront or deal with; to turn toward; to have the front in a particular direction
Example
She had to face many challenges in her new job.
Ta biyao mianlin hen duo tiaozhan zai ta de xin gongzuo zhong.
C1 adjective /ˌɒmnɪˈprezənt/

omnipresent

无所不在
Meaning
(of God) present everywhere at the same time.
Example
Social media has become an omnipresent force in modern society.
社交媒体已成为现代社会中无所不在的力量。
B1 noun /ˌdʒen.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

Generation

一代人; 生产;
Meaning
all the people born and living at about the same time; the production or creation of something
Example
Each generation faces unique challenges that shape their worldview and values.
每一代都面临着独特的挑战，这些挑战塑造了他们的世界观和价值观。
B2 noun /əˈkaʊntɪŋ/

accounting

会计
Meaning
the process of recording, summarizing, and reporting financial transactions
Example
She works in the accounting department of a large firm.
她在一家大公司的会计部门工作。
C1 verb /ˈfɜːr.tɪ.laɪz/

fertilize

施肥
Meaning
to make soil or land more fertile by adding substances
Example
Farmers fertilize the fields to increase crop yield.
农民施肥以增加作物产量。
B1 verb /bʌmp/

bump

撞击
Meaning
To hit something or someone by accident; to knock against something.
Example
He accidentally bumped into the door.
他不小心撞到了门。
C1 verb /kənˈfleɪt/

conflate

合并 / 混合
Meaning
To combine two or more things, often confusingly, into one.
Example
The article tends to conflate facts with opinions.
文章倾向于将事实和意见混为一谈。
A2 verb /fraɪ/

fry

油炸
Meaning
to cook food in hot oil or fat
Example
She fries eggs for breakfast every morning.
她每天早晨煎蛋作为早餐。
B2 adjective /ˈaɪsi/

Icy

冰冷的; 极冷的; 敌对的
Meaning
extremely cold; covered with ice; unfriendly or hostile
Example
The icy wind made everyone shiver.
冰冷的风让每个人都颤抖。
A1 verb /ˈɡroʊ.ɪŋ/

growing

增长
Meaning
continuously increasing or developing
Example
There is a growing demand for renewable energy.
对可再生能源的需求正在增长。
C1 verb /daɪˈvʌldʒ/

divulge

透露
Meaning
to make known something private, secret, or previously unknown
Example
She refused to divulge the source of her information.
她拒绝透露她信息的来源。
C1 noun /rɪˈspɒnsɪvnəs/

responsiveness

反应能力
Meaning
The quality of reacting quickly and positively
Example
The manager appreciated her responsiveness to customer feedback.
经理欣赏她对客户反馈的反应能力。
C2 noun /ˌɛksəˈdʒiːsɪs/

exegesis

注释
Meaning
A critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially a religious scripture.
Example
The professor gave a detailed exegesis of the biblical passage.
教授对圣经章节进行了详细的注释。
B2 adjective /ˌɪntərˈmiːdiət/

intermediate

中级
Meaning
Coming between two things in time, place, or order; in the middle level or stage.
Example
She is taking an intermediate-level French course.
她正在上一个中级法语课程。
B2 noun ˈnɒv.əl.ti

novelty

新颖
Meaning
The quality of being new, original, or unusual; a new or unfamiliar thing or experience.
Example
The novelty of the invention attracted investors.
发明的新颖性吸引了投资者。
C1 noun /ˈef.ɪ.dʒi/

Effigy

肖像; 抗议模型
Meaning
a sculpture or model of a person, especially one made as a protest
Example
The protesters burned an effigy of the corrupt politician in the square.
抗议者在广场上烧毁了腐败政治家的肖像。
B2 noun/verb /preɪ/

prey

Meaning
an animal hunted by another for food; to hunt and feed on
Example
Lions prey on zebras in the wild.
B2 adjective /ˈɔː.də.li/

Orderly

有序的; 系统的; 平静的
Meaning
well-organized; systematic; peaceful
Example
Please keep your desk orderly and clean.
请保持您的桌面整齐和干净。
C2 noun /ˈmeɪlstrəm/

maelstrom

漩涡
Meaning
A powerful whirlpool in the sea or a situation of confused movement and turmoil.
Example
The ship was caught in a maelstrom of waves and wind.
船只被卷入了波浪和风的漩涡中。
C1 adjective ˈleɪ.tənt

latent

潜在的或隐藏的
Meaning
Existing but not yet developed or manifested; hidden potential.
Example
His artistic talent remained latent for years.
他的艺术才华多年来一直处于潜在状态。
C2 adjective /ˌnɒnkəˈmɪtl̩/

noncommittal

Meaning
Not expressing or showing a clear opinion, decision, or commitment.
Example
She gave a noncommittal reply when asked about her future plans.
C2 noun /ˈjuːər/

ewer

水罐
Meaning
a large jug with a wide mouth, especially used in the past for carrying water
Example
The servant filled the ewer with fresh water.
仆人把水罐装满了新鲜的水。
C2 adjective /ˈɛnərˌveɪtɪd/

enervated

精疲力尽
Meaning
Lacking energy, vitality, or strength; weakened or exhausted.
Example
After the long meeting, she felt completely enervated.
在长时间的会议后，她感到完全精疲力尽。
C1 verb /kɑːrp/

carp

抱怨
Meaning
to complain or find fault continually, often about trivial matters
Example
She tends to carp about the smallest inconveniences.
她倾向于为最小的不便抱怨。
A2 noun /wɜːrθ/

Worth

价值; 价格;
Meaning
the value equivalent to that of someone or something; the level at which someone or something deserves to be valued
Example
The painting is worth thousands of dollars.
这幅画值数千美元。
C2 adjective /ˈvjuː.ləs/

Viewless

不可见的；没有观点的
Meaning
invisible; having no views or opinions
Example
The ghost remained viewless to most people in the haunted house.
鬼魂对大多数人来说在鬼屋里是不可见的。
C2 noun /ˈænθrəsaɪt/

anthracite

硬煤
Meaning
A hard, shiny form of coal that burns with little smoke and a high heat value.
Example
The factory used anthracite as its primary fuel source.
工厂使用海棉石作为主要燃料来源。
C1 noun /kənˈsɜːvəˌtɔːri/

conservatory

温室 / 音乐和艺术学校
Meaning
A greenhouse for growing plants or a school for music and the arts.
Example
They grew exotic plants in the conservatory.
他们在温室里种植了异国植物。
B1 adjective /ˈdʒel.əs/

Jealous

嫉妒; 忌妒; 对某人的注意或喜爱的占有欲
Meaning
feeling envious or resentful; possessive of someone's attention or affection
Example
She felt jealous when her friend got promoted.
她在朋友晋升时感到嫉妒。
C2 verb /ˈmɒlɪfaɪ/

mollify

安抚
Meaning
To calm or soothe someone's anger or anxiety.
Example
The manager tried to mollify the angry customers with discounts.
经理试图通过折扣安抚生气的顾客。
C2 adverb /əˈsʌndər/

asunder

分成碎片
Meaning
into separate parts; apart
Example
The ancient empire was torn asunder by war.
古老的帝国在战争中被撕裂成碎片。
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。
C1 adjective /ˈmɑːrʃəl/

martial

军事的
Meaning
Related to war, soldiers, or military life.
Example
The country imposed martial law during the crisis.
该国在危机期间实施了戒严法。
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。
C2 adjective /ˈlɪəri/

leery

怀疑的
Meaning
Cautious or wary due to suspicion or distrust.
Example
She was leery of investing in the new business.
她对投资新业务感到怀疑。
C2 adjective /ˌaɪsəʊˈθɜːrməl/

isothermal

等温
Meaning
Having or maintaining equal or constant temperature.
Example
The experiment was conducted under isothermal conditions.
实验在等温条件下进行。
C2 noun /ˈhɒdʒ.pɒdʒ/

hodgepodge

混杂物
Meaning
A confusing mixture of different things; a jumble.
Example
The essay was a hodgepodge of unrelated ideas.
这篇文章是一些不相关的想法的混杂物。
C1 adjective /ˈdʒɑː.rɪŋ/

jarring

刺耳的，震惊的
Meaning
Striking or shocking in a way that creates a strong contrast or clash.
Example
The sudden loud noise was jarring to everyone in the room.
突然的响亮噪音让房间里每个人都感到震惊。
C1 adjective /ˈfaɪə.ri/

Fiery

火热的; 激情的; 暴躁的
Meaning
burning; passionate; hot-tempered; showing strong emotion
Example
She has a fiery temper that flares up quickly.
她有一个火热的脾气，容易迅速发火。
B2 noun /ˈtɔːrsoʊ/

torso

躯干
Meaning
The trunk of the human body, excluding the head and limbs.
Example
The artist painted the torso of the model in great detail.
艺术家详细地画了模特的躯干。
C2 noun /ˌdɛprɪˈdeɪʃən/

depredation

掠夺
Meaning
An act of attacking or plundering; damage caused by such acts.
Example
The villagers feared the depredation of wild animals at night.
村民们害怕夜间野生动物的掠夺。
B2 adjective /ˈdʒuːsi/

juicy

多汁
Meaning
Full of juice; succulent; also used to describe something exciting or scandalous.
Example
The steak was so juicy that it melted in my mouth.
这块牛排多汁到在我嘴里融化。
B2 adjective /liːn/

Lean

瘦; 脂肪少; 虚弱
Meaning
thin; having little fat; weak
Example
He has a lean and muscular body.
他有一个瘦而健壮的身体。
C1 noun /ˈprɒvɪdəns/

providence

神的眷顾
Meaning
the protective care of God or nature as a spiritual power; foresight or prudence
Example
They believed their survival was due to divine providence.
他们相信他们的生存归功于神的眷顾。
A2 noun /ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi/

economy

经济
Meaning
The wealth and resources of a country or region.
Example
A stable economy is essential for national growth.
稳定的经济对国家的增长至关重要。
C1 noun /viˈoʊlə/ or /ˈvaɪələ/

viola

维奥拉
Meaning
A stringed instrument slightly larger than a violin, with a deeper and mellower tone.
Example
She chose to play the viola in the school orchestra.
她选择在学校管弦乐队中演奏维奥拉。
B2 verb, noun /dɑːrt/

dart

飞镖/迅速奔跑
Meaning
to move suddenly and quickly; a small pointed missile thrown at a target
Example
The cat darted across the street to avoid the car.
猫迅速穿过街道以避开汽车。
B2 adjective /ˈhɑːrti/

Hearty

热情友好; 丰富而滋养
Meaning
enthusiastic and friendly; substantial and nourishing
Example
He gave us a hearty welcome when we arrived at his home.
当我们到达他家时，他给了我们热情的欢迎。
B1 noun /ˈlaɪf.staɪl/

lifestyle

生活方式
Meaning
The way in which a person or group lives, including habits, attitudes, and possessions.
Example
A healthy lifestyle includes regular exercise and a balanced diet.
健康的生活方式包括定期锻炼和均衡饮食。
B2 noun /ˈdʒuː.pɪ.tər/

Jupiter

木星; 罗马神话中的主神
Meaning
the largest planet in our solar system; the chief god of Roman mythology
Example
Jupiter is known for its massive size and distinctive red spot.
朱庇特因其巨大的体积和独特的红斑而闻名。
C1 adjective vəˈreɪ.ʃəs

voracious

贪吃的
Meaning
Having a very eager approach to an activity; wanting or devouring great quantities of food or having an insatiable appetite.
Example
He has a voracious appetite for knowledge.
他对知识有着贪吃的胃口。
C2 noun /ˌkɔːrnjuˈkoʊpiə/

cornucopia

某物的丰盈或溢出的供应
Meaning
an abundance or overflowing supply of something
Example
The festival offered a cornucopia of fruits and sweets.
节日提供了丰盛的水果和糖果。
C2 noun /ˈdʒɪb.ɪt/

Gibbet

绞刑架
Meaning
a gallows for hanging criminals; an upright post with a projecting arm for hanging the bodies of criminals
Example
In medieval times, criminals were often executed on a gibbet as a public warning.
在中世纪，罪犯常常在绞刑架上被处决，作为公众警告。
C1 noun /ˈɑd.ɪ.ti/

Oddity

奇异现象
Meaning
something that is strange or unusual; a peculiar trait
Example
His habit of sleeping standing up was considered an oddity.
他站着睡觉的习惯被视为一种奇异现象。
A1 noun /zuː/

Zoo

动物园
Meaning
an establishment that maintains a collection of wild animals for study, conservation, or display to the public
Example
We visited the zoo to see the lions and elephants.
我们参观了动物园，看到了狮子和大象。
B1 noun /steɪk/

steak

牛排
Meaning
a thick slice of meat, typically beef, cooked by grilling or frying
Example
He ordered a grilled steak with vegetables.
他点了一块配蔬菜的烤牛排。
C2 noun /mjuːˈlætoʊ/

mulatto

混血种人（过时且冒犯性的术语）
Meaning
an outdated and now offensive term historically used to describe a person of mixed white and Black ancestry
Example
The word 'mulatto' is now considered outdated and offensive.
‘穆拉特’这个词现在被认为是过时的且冒犯性的。
B1 adjective /ˈkɒn.fɪ.dənt/

Confident

自信的; 确信的; 有信心的
Meaning
self-assured; certain; having belief in one's abilities
Example
She felt confident about her performance in the exam.
她对自己在考试中的表现充满信心。
C2 noun vəˈlɪʃən

volition

意志
Meaning
The faculty or power of using one's will; the power of choosing or determining.
Example
She left the job of her own volition.
她是自愿离开工作的。
B2 verb /əˈweɪt/

await

等待
Meaning
to wait for someone or something; to expect
Example
We await your response with great anticipation.
我们满怀期待地等待你的回应。
C2 adjective /səˈprɛsəbl̩/

suppressible

可抑制的
Meaning
capable of being restrained, controlled, or prevented
Example
The symptoms of the disease are suppressible with medication.
疾病的症状可以通过药物抑制。
B2 noun /ˈkæp.tɪv/

Captive

俘虏
Meaning
a person who has been taken prisoner or an animal that has been confined
Example
The captive was held in a small cell for several months.
俘虏被关押在一个小牢房里好几个月。
C2 verb /ˈblændɪʃ/

blandish

奉承
Meaning
to flatter or coax someone with kind words or praise in order to influence them
Example
He blandished the officials with compliments to gain their support.
他为了得到支持而奉承官员。
C2 noun /ˈaɪdlər/

idler

懒汉
Meaning
A person who avoids work or spends time lazily.
Example
He was known as an idler who wasted his days.
他被称为一个懒汉，浪费了他的日子。
C1 verb /prɪˈkluːd/

preclude

阻止
Meaning
To prevent something from happening; to make impossible.
Example
Heavy rain precluded the possibility of a picnic.
大雨阻止了野餐的可能性。
C2 noun /ɪnˈkwɪzɪtər/

inquisitor

审问者
Meaning
A person who asks many questions, often in an official or harsh manner.
Example
The inquisitor demanded detailed answers from the witness.
审问者要求证人提供详细的答案。
C2 noun/verb /ˈkʌdʒ.əl/

cudgel

棍棒
Meaning
A short, thick stick used as a weapon; to beat with a cudgel.
Example
The guard used a cudgel to chase away the thief.
警卫用棍棒把小偷赶走。