B2 adjective /ˌbaɪəʊdɪˈɡreɪdəbl/

biodegradable

可生物降解的

Meaning

Capable of being decomposed by natural biological processes, typically by bacteria or other living organisms, without causing harm to the environment.

Example

Biodegradable materials break down naturally without harming the environment.

可生物降解的材料自然分解，不会对环境造成伤害。

B2 adjective /ˌdɪp.ləˈmæt.ɪk/

Diplomatic

外交的; 善于处理人际关系

Meaning

relating to diplomacy; tactful; skilled in managing relationships

Example

She gave a diplomatic answer to avoid offending anyone.

她给出了外交的回答，以避免冒犯任何人。

B2 noun /ˈɛmbəsi/

embassy

大使馆

Meaning

the official residence or offices of an ambassador

Example

He works at the French embassy in Dhaka.

他在达卡的法国大使馆工作。

B2 verb /ˈfæsən/

fasten

系紧

Meaning

To attach or secure something firmly in place

Example

Please fasten your seatbelt before the plane takes off.

请在飞机起飞前系好安全带。

B2 adjective /flɔːd/

flawed

有缺陷的

Meaning

having a mistake or fault that reduces its value or quality

Example

The flawed design of the car led to a recall.

汽车设计有缺陷，导致了召回。

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 adjective /kəˈmɛndəbl̩/

commendable

值得称赞的

Meaning

deserving praise or approval

Example

Her dedication to the project was truly commendable.

她对项目的奉献精神真的值得称赞。

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。

B2 verb /ɪˈvæljueɪt/

evaluate

评估

Meaning

To assess or judge the value, quality, or significance of something.

Example

The teacher will evaluate the students’ projects tomorrow.

老师明天将评估学生的项目。

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 /ˈkɒnstɪtjuːt/

constitute

构成

Meaning

To make up, form, or establish something.

Example

These documents constitute the legal agreement between the two parties.

这些文件构成了两方之间的法律协议。

B2 verb /ɪkˈstrækt/

extract

提取

Meaning

to remove or take out something, often with effort

Example

The dentist had to extract the damaged tooth.

牙医不得不提取受损的牙齿。

B2 noun breɪn ˈtreɪ.nɪŋ

brain-training

大脑训练

Meaning

Mental exercises designed to improve cognitive functions, memory retention, and overall brain performance.

Example

Regular brain-training can improve memory retention.

定期的大脑训练可以提高记忆力。

B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈkʌm/

overcome

克服

Meaning

To succeed in dealing with a problem or difficulty.

Example

You can overcome procrastination with planning.

你可以通过计划来克服拖延症。

B2 noun /ˈmaɪnd.fʊl.nəs/

mindfulness

正念

Meaning

The basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we're doing.

Example

Mindfulness practices improve focus and emotional balance.

正念练习可以改善专注力和情感平衡。

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊpi/

Soapy

覆盖着肥皂的; 泡沫的

Meaning

covered with soap; having the characteristics of soap; foamy

Example

The dishes were still soapy after washing.

洗完后，碗盘仍然很肥皂。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnkəmˈpliːt/

incomplete

不完整

Meaning

Not finished, lacking some parts or not whole.

Example

Her report was incomplete and needed further details.

她的报告不完整，需要更多细节。

B2 noun /ˈmɑːrbəl/

marble

Meaning

a hard, smooth stone used in building and sculpture, often white with colored lines

Example

The floor of the palace was made of white marble.

B2 noun /ˈbɒtəni/

botany

植物学

Meaning

the scientific study of plants

Example

She is studying botany at the university.

她在大学里学习植物学。

B2 adjective /ˈplen.tɪ.fəl/

Plentiful

丰盛的; 大量的

Meaning

abundant; existing in large quantity

Example

The harvest was plentiful this year due to good weather.

今年由于良好的天气，收成非常丰盛。

B2 adjective /əˈpiː.lɪŋ/

Appealing

吸引人的; 有趣的; 令人愉快的

Meaning

attractive; interesting; pleasing

Example

The colorful garden looks very appealing to visitors.

五颜六色的花园对游客非常吸引人。

B2 noun /ˌmɪsbɪˈheɪvjər/

misbehavior

不当行为

Meaning

bad or improper behavior

Example

The teacher punished the student for his misbehavior.

老师因学生的不当行为而惩罚了他。

B2 noun, adjective /hjuːˌmænɪˈtɛəriən/

humanitarian

人道主义者

Meaning

A person who seeks to promote human welfare, or something relating to human welfare and compassion.

Example

The organization provides humanitarian aid to disaster victims.

该组织为灾难受害者提供人道主义援助。

B2 noun/verb /ˈɡlɪtər/

glitter

闪烁

Meaning

To shine with bright, shimmering light; or decorative sparkles.

Example

Her dress glittered under the stage lights.

她的裙子在舞台灯光下闪烁。

B2 noun /taɪd/

Tide

潮汐

Meaning

the alternate rising and falling of the sea, usually twice in each lunar day, due to the attraction of the moon and sun

Example

The fishermen waited for high tide to launch their boats.

渔民们等待着高潮来启动他们的船。

B2 verb /swiːp/

sweep

打扫

Meaning

to clean by brushing; to move quickly and smoothly

Example

She sweeps the floor every morning.

她每天早上打扫地板。

B2 noun/verb /bʌk/

buck

Meaning

A male deer; also to resist or oppose strongly.

Example

The horse began to buck wildly as the rider tried to hold on.

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 /ˈdeɪ.tə briːtʃ/

data breach

数据泄露

Meaning

Unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information through security violation

Example

A data breach exposed millions of users' passwords.

一次数据泄露暴露了数百万用户的密码。

B2 noun /waɪt ænt/

White-Ant

白蚂蚁

Meaning

a small social insect that lives in colonies and feeds on wood and plant matter

Example

White ants damaged the wooden furniture in our house.

白蚂蚁破坏了我们家里的木家具。

B2 adjective /ˈpɛti/

petty

琐碎

Meaning

Of little importance or trivial; also describes a person overly concerned with small or unimportant matters.

Example

She often gets upset over the most petty things.

她经常为最琐碎的事情感到不安。

B2 adjective /ˌʌnɪnˈtenʃənəl/

Unintentional

非故意的；意外的

Meaning

not done on purpose; accidental

Example

The damage to the car was unintentional.

车的损坏是非故意的。

B2 noun /ˈpæd.ɪŋ/

padding

填充物 / 垫层

Meaning

soft material added for comfort, protection, or to fill space

Example

The chair had extra padding for comfort.

椅子上有额外的衬垫以增加舒适感。

B2 noun /pʌls/

Pulse

豆类

Meaning

edible seeds of leguminous plants such as lentils, beans, and peas

Example

Pulses are an excellent source of protein for vegetarians.

豆类是素食者的优秀蛋白质来源。

B2 noun ˌɪn.təˈven.ʃən

intervention

干预

Meaning

The action or process of intervening; involvement in a situation to improve or help it.

Example

The intervention of the UN was crucial in resolving the conflict.

联合国的干预对解决冲突至关重要。

B2 noun /ˈkɒmənˌtɛri/

commentary

Meaning

An expression of opinions or explanations about an event, situation, or text.

Example

The professor's commentary on the novel was insightful.

教授对小说的评论非常有见地。

B2 adjective /ˈspaɪ.rəl/

Spiral

螺旋

Meaning

winding in a continuous curve; helical

Example

The spiral staircase led to the top floor.

螺旋楼梯通向了最上面的一层。

B2 noun /temp.ˈteɪ.ʃən/

Temptation

诱惑

Meaning

the desire to do something wrong or unwise; an urge to have or do something

Example

He resisted the temptation to eat the entire chocolate cake.

他抵抗了吃掉整块巧克力蛋糕的诱惑。

B2 noun /ˈspaɪs bɒks/

Spice box

香料盒

Meaning

a container used to store various spices and seasonings

Example

She opened the spice box to find cumin for her curry.

她打开香料盒，找到了她咖喱所需的孜然。

B2 noun /əˈbjuːs/

Abuse

虐待; 滥用;

Meaning

cruel and violent treatment; improper use of something

Example

The abuse of power led to his resignation.

滥用权力导致了他的辞职。

B2 noun/verb ˈven.tʃər

venture

冒险，企业，创业

Meaning

A risky or daring journey or undertaking; a business enterprise involving considerable risk.

Example

His new venture into e-commerce proved successful.

他在电子商务方面的新事业取得了成功。

B2 noun /ˈmɔːr.nɪŋ/

Mourning

哀悼

Meaning

the expression of deep sorrow for someone who has died

Example

The family is in mourning for their grandmother.

家人为他们的祖母哀悼。

B2 noun /ˈspɛʃəlti/

specialty

专长

Meaning

a particular area of study, work, or interest; something in which a person or place excels

Example

Her specialty is pediatric medicine.

她的专业是儿科医学。

B2 noun /ˌæk.jʊˈzeɪ.ʃən/

accusation

指控

Meaning

A statement that someone has done something wrong or illegal.

Example

She made an accusation of theft against her colleague.

她对她的同事提出了盗窃指控。

B2 noun /ˈkʌt.lət/

Cutlet

炸肉饼

Meaning

a small piece of meat, especially veal or lamb, for frying or grilling

Example

She served delicious chicken cutlets for dinner.

她为晚餐提供了美味的炸鸡肉饼。

B2 noun əˈlaɪ.əns

alliance

联盟

Meaning

A union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries or organizations.

Example

Global alliances promote environmental sustainability.

全球联盟促进环境可持续性。

B2 verb /ˈhʌvər/

hover

在空中静止，不向前或后移动

Meaning

to remain in the air in one place without moving forward or backward

Example

The helicopter hovered over the city.

直升机悬停在城市上空。

B2 adjective /əˈpəʊzd/

opposed

反对的

Meaning

being against or in disagreement with something

Example

She is strongly opposed to animal testing.

她坚决反对动物实验。

B2 noun /ˈraɪvəlri/

Rivalry

竞争; 对抗

Meaning

competition for the same objective or for superiority in the same field; the state of being rivals

Example

The rivalry between the two teams made the match exciting.

两个队伍之间的竞争使比赛变得非常刺激。

B2 noun /ɒdz/

odds

可能性

Meaning

the likelihood or probability of something happening; chances for or against something

Example

The odds of winning the lottery are very low.

中彩票的机会非常小。

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 /ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

certification

认证

Meaning

the process of officially recognizing or confirming that something or someone meets required standards; an official document proving qualification

Example

She received her professional certification after completing the training program.

她在完成培训项目后获得了专业认证。

B2 noun /ˈmoʊ.tɪv/

Motive

动机; 原因; 驱动力

Meaning

a reason for doing something; what drives someone to act

Example

The police are investigating the motive for the crime.

警方正在调查犯罪的动机。

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 /daɪˈnæmɪks/

dynamics

动态

Meaning

the forces or properties that stimulate growth, development, or change within a system or process

Example

The dynamics of the team changed after the new manager joined.

团队的动态在新经理加入后发生了变化。

B2 adjective ˌpriːhɪˈstɒrɪk

prehistoric

史前的, 在书面记录之前的时间

Meaning

Belonging to the time before written records.

Example

The prehistoric era was marked by the rise of early humans.

史前时代的特点是早期人类的崛起。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈvɪz.ə.bəl/

Invisible

看不见的

Meaning

unable to be seen; not visible to the eye

Example

The bacteria are invisible without a microscope.

细菌在没有显微镜的情况下看不见。

B2 adjective rəʊˈbʌst

robust

强壮

Meaning

Strong and healthy; vigorous; able to withstand or overcome adverse conditions.

Example

The robust infrastructure ensures reliable communication.

强大的基础设施确保可靠的通信。

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 /skrɪpt/

script

剧本

Meaning

The written text of a play, film, or broadcast; handwriting style.

Example

The actor memorized his lines from the script.

演员从剧本中背诵了台词。

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。

B2 noun /əˈpoʊ.nənt/

Opponent

对手; 竞争者

Meaning

a person who disagrees with or resists a proposal or practice; someone who competes against another

Example

The chess player defeated his strongest opponent.

象棋选手击败了他最强的对手。

B2 noun /liːk/

Leak

漏洞; 漏水

Meaning

a hole in a container or covering through which contents escape or enter accidentally

Example

There is a leak in the water pipe.

水管里有一个漏洞。

B2 verb /rɪˈkʌvərɪŋ/

recovering

恢复

Meaning

the process of getting better after illness, loss, or difficulty

Example

She is still recovering from the flu.

她还在从流感中恢复。

B2 verb /ˈsʌməraɪz/

summarize

总结

Meaning

To give a brief statement of the main points of something

Example

She summarized the report in just a few minutes.

她在几分钟内总结了报告。

B2 adverb /mɔːrˈoʊvər/

moreover

此外

Meaning

Used to add information that supports or emphasizes what has already been said.

Example

The job is challenging; moreover, it requires excellent communication skills.

这份工作具有挑战性；此外，它需要出色的沟通技能。

B2 adjective /kəmˈpʌlsəri/

compulsory

强制性

Meaning

Required by law or a rule; obligatory.

Example

Wearing seat belts is compulsory in most countries.

在大多数国家，佩戴安全带是强制性的。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈɑːrmd/

unarmed

手无寸铁

Meaning

Not equipped with or carrying weapons

Example

The police found the suspect unarmed during the search.

警察在搜查过程中发现嫌疑人没有武器。

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 adjective /ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt ˈfrɛndli/

environment-friendly

环保

Meaning

Designed or produced in a way that causes minimal harm to the environment, often using sustainable materials and processes that reduce ecological impact.

Example

Environment-friendly products are designed to reduce ecological damage.

环保产品旨在减少生态损害。

B2 verb /ˈæləkeɪt/

allocate

分配

Meaning

to distribute or assign resources, duties, or responsibilities for a specific purpose

Example

The manager allocated funds for the new project.

经理已为新项目分配资金。

B2 adjective /bəˈtænɪkəl/

botanical

植物学的

Meaning

relating to plants or plant life

Example

She works at the botanical garden.

她在植物园工作。

B2 noun /ˈɒs.trɪtʃ/

Ostrich

鸵鸟

Meaning

a large flightless bird native to Africa with long legs and neck

Example

The ostrich is the world's largest bird.

鸵鸟是世界上最大的鸟。

B2 noun /ˈruːmər/

Rumour

流言; 八卦; 新闻

Meaning

a currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth; gossip

Example

There's a rumour that the company will close next month.

有传言说公司将在下个月关闭。

B2 noun /səkˈses.ər/

Successor

继任者

Meaning

a person who succeeds another in office; someone who takes over a position or role

Example

The CEO announced his retirement and named his successor for the company.

首席执行官宣布了退休，并为公司指定了继任者。

B2 adjective ˌæn.əlˈɪt.ɪ.kəl

analytical

分析的, 研究性的, 逻辑的

Meaning

Using or skilled in using analysis (i.e., separating a whole—intellectual or substantial—into its elemental parts or basic principles).

Example

She has an analytical approach to problem-solving.

她在解决问题时采用分析性方法。

B2 noun /ˈmɒdəreɪtər/

moderator

主持人

Meaning

A person who leads or oversees discussions, debates, or forums to maintain order.

Example

The moderator asked each panelist to share their views.

主持人让每位小组成员分享他们的观点。

B2 verb /rɪˈtriːt/

retreat

撤退

Meaning

to move back or withdraw from a position or situation

Example

The soldiers had to retreat after losing the battle.

士兵们在失去战斗后不得不撤退。

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 adverb /ˌɪndəˈrɛktli/

indirectly

间接地

Meaning

in a way that is not direct; through an intermediate means or influence

Example

The policy affected small businesses indirectly.

该政策间接地影响了小企业。

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 /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 /suːð/

soothe

安抚

Meaning

to calm or comfort; to relieve pain or distress

Example

The mother soothed her crying baby with a gentle lullaby.

妈妈用温柔的摇篮曲安抚她哭泣的宝宝。

B2 adjective /hɑːˈspɪtəbəl/

Hospitable

友好且热情地接待陌生人或客人; 热情好客

Meaning

friendly and welcoming to strangers or guests; generous in receiving guests

Example

The local people were very hospitable to the tourists.

当地人对游客非常热情好客。

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。

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 verb /ˈɛmɪˌɡreɪt/

emigrate

移民

Meaning

To leave one's own country in order to settle permanently in another.

Example

Many people emigrated from Europe to America in the 19th century.

许多人在19世纪从欧洲移民到美国。

B2 adjective /ˈbʌmpi/

Bumpy

崎岖不平的；颠簸的

Meaning

having an uneven surface; rough; jolting

Example

The bumpy road made the car ride very uncomfortable.

颠簸的路让汽车的行驶变得非常不舒服。

B2 noun /ˈlep.ərd/

Leopard

美洲豹

Meaning

a large wild cat with yellow fur and black spots

Example

The leopard climbed the tree to rest in the shade.

美洲豹爬上了树，在阴凉处休息。

B2 noun /njuːˈtrɪʃ.ən/

nutrition

营养

Meaning

The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.

Example

Good nutrition is vital for a healthy life.

良好的营养对健康生活至关重要。

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 verb /səˈspɛnd/

suspend

暂停

Meaning

To temporarily stop something from being active or valid.

Example

The company decided to suspend his membership.

公司决定暂停他的会员资格。

B2 noun /kəmˈplaɪ.əns/

compliance

遵守

Meaning

The practice of conforming to rules, regulations, or laws; obedience to orders or instructions.

Example

Schools expect compliance with their rules and policies.

学校期望遵守他们的规则和政策。

B2 noun ˌriːfɔːˈreɪʃən

reforestation

重新造林

Meaning

The natural or intentional restocking of existing forests and woodlands that have been depleted.

Example

Reforestation efforts are crucial to restoring ecosystems.

重新造林的努力对恢复生态系统至关重要。

B2 noun /ˈreɪsɪzəm/

racism

种族主义

Meaning

the belief that some races are superior to others, leading to unfair treatment or prejudice

Example

The organization works to eliminate racism in all forms.

该组织致力于消除所有形式的种族主义。

B2 noun /ɪnˈtɛnsəti/

intensity

强度

Meaning

The quality of being extreme, strong, or forceful in degree.

Example

The intensity of the storm frightened the villagers.

风暴的强度吓坏了村民。

B2 verb /kəmˈpraɪz/

comprise

由...组成

Meaning

To consist of or be made up of something.

Example

The committee comprises five members.

委员会由五个成员组成。

B2 verb /ˈreɡjəleɪt/

regulate

监管；调节；规范；控制

Meaning

to control or maintain according to rules or laws

Example

The government regulates food safety.

政府对食品安全进行监管。

B2 verb /ʃrʌɡ/

shrug

耸肩

Meaning

To raise and lower the shoulders to express uncertainty or indifference.

Example

He shrugged when asked about the missing file.

他在被问到关于丢失文件的事时耸了耸肩。

B2 noun /ˌdaɪəɡˈnoʊsɪs/

diagnosis

Meaning

The identification of a disease, condition, or problem through examination of symptoms.

Example

The diagnosis confirmed that she had diabetes.

B2 adjective /ˈvɜː.sə.taɪl/

versatile

多才多艺

Meaning

Able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities; having many uses or applications.

Example

He is a versatile musician who can play multiple instruments.

他是一个多才多艺的音乐家，能演奏多种乐器。

B2 verb /ˌmɪsbɪˈheɪv/

misbehave

行为不当

Meaning

to behave badly or inappropriately; to act in an unacceptable way

Example

The children misbehaved during the school assembly.

孩子们在学校集会上行为不当。

B2 adverb /ˈsel.fɪʃ.li/

Selfishly

自私地

Meaning

in a selfish manner; caring only about oneself

Example

He selfishly took all the cookies.

他自私地拿走了所有饼干。

B2 adjective /ɪkˈskluːsɪv/

exclusive

仅限于特定的人、团体或区域；不与他人共享

Meaning

restricted to a particular person, group, or area; not shared with others

Example

The hotel offers exclusive access to a private beach.

酒店提供专属通往私人海滩的通道。

B2 verb /əˈkweɪnt/

acquaint

使熟悉

Meaning

to make someone familiar with something; to inform or introduce

Example

Please acquaint yourself with the safety guidelines before operating the machine.

请在操作机器前，熟悉安全指导原则。

B2 noun /ˈdʒæn.ɪ.tər/

Janitor

清洁工, 看门人

Meaning

a person employed to clean and maintain a building; a caretaker

Example

The school janitor worked late every evening to ensure the classrooms were spotless.

学校的清洁工每天晚上都工作到很晚，以确保教室保持干净。

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 /ˌek.spɪˈdɪʃ.ən/

Expedition

远征

Meaning

a journey undertaken by a group of people with a particular purpose; organized trip for exploration

Example

The mountain climbing expedition required months of careful planning and preparation.

登山远征需要数月的精心规划和准备。

B2 verb, noun, adjective /prɑːmpt/

prompt

促使 / 快速

Meaning

To cause someone to take action; done without delay.

Example

His speech prompted the audience to ask questions.

他的演讲促使观众提问。

B2 verb /straɪd/

stride

大步走；取得进展

Meaning

to walk with long, decisive steps; to make progress

Example

She strode confidently across the stage.

她自信地走过舞台。

B2 noun, verb /rɪər/

rear

后面 / 抚养

Meaning

the back part of something; to bring up or raise children or animals

Example

The mother cat reared her kittens in a quiet corner.

母猫在安静的角落里抚养她的猫仔。

B2 verb /pʌmp/

pump

抽水

Meaning

to force liquid or gas to move in a particular direction using a device

Example

They pumped water from the well into the tank.

他们把水从井里抽到水箱里。

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 adjective ˌkæt.əˈstrɑː.fɪk

catastrophic

灾难性的, 毁灭性的

Meaning

Involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering.

Example

Climate change has catastrophic consequences.

气候变化带来了灾难性的后果。

B2 noun /ˈdʌmi/

dummy

假人 / 傻瓜

Meaning

a model or replica of a human used for practice, display, or testing; also a term for a foolish person

Example

The tailor used a dummy to display the dress.

裁缝用假人展示了这件衣服。

B2 noun /ˈsɜːdʒən/

surgeon

外科医生

Meaning

a doctor who performs medical operations

Example

The surgeon performed a complex heart operation.

外科医生进行了复杂的心脏手术。

B2 verb /ˈkæt.ɪ.ɡə.raɪzd/

categorized

分类

Meaning

Placed in a particular class or group.

Example

The city was categorized as highly polluted.

这个城市被归类为高度污染。

B2 noun /ˈɒt.ər/

Otter

水獺

Meaning

a mammal with webbed feet that lives near water and feeds on fish

Example

The playful otter swam gracefully in the river.

顽皮的水獺优雅地在河里游泳。

B2 adjective /stiːp/

steep

陡峭, 过高

Meaning

Having a sharp inclination or high slope; also can mean excessive (as in price).

Example

The hikers climbed a steep mountain trail.

登山者攀登了一个陡峭的山道。

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 verb /reɪn/

reign

统治

Meaning

to rule as a king or queen; to be dominant

Example

The queen reigned for over sixty years.

女王统治了超过六十年。