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C1 noun /ˈblɪs.tər/

Blister

水泡
Meaning
a small bubble on the skin filled with serum and caused by friction, burning, or other damage
Example
The new shoes gave her a painful blister on her heel.
新鞋子在她的脚后跟上造成了一个痛苦的水泡。
C1 noun /brəˈzɪər/

Brassiere

胸罩
Meaning
a woman's undergarment designed to support the breasts
Example
She bought a comfortable brassiere for daily wear.
她买了一件舒适的胸罩,适合日常穿着。
C1 verb /brɔɪl/

broil

Meaning
To cook food by direct heat, usually under a grill or over a fire.
Example
She broiled the chicken until it was golden brown.
她把鸡肉烤到金黄色。
C1 noun /haʊnd/

Hound

猎犬
Meaning
a dog bred for hunting, typically having a keen sense of smell
Example
The bloodhound tracked the scent through the dense forest.
血猎犬穿过茂密的森林追踪气味。
C1 noun /ˈkjuːmɪn/

Cumin

孜然
Meaning
A spice made from the dried seeds of a plant in the parsley family, with a warm earthy flavor
Example
Cumin is an essential spice in Indian and Middle Eastern cooking.
孜然是印度和中东烹饪中的一种基本香料。
C1 noun /ˈpɒpjʊlɪst/

populist

民粹主义领导人
Meaning
A politician or person who seeks to appeal to ordinary people who feel their concerns are ignored by elites.
Example
The populist leader promised to put the needs of common citizens first.
民粹主义领导人承诺将普通公民的需求放在首位。
C1 noun /ˈiː.zi tʃeər/

Easy-chair

安乐椅
Meaning
a comfortable chair with arms and a back that reclines
Example
He relaxed in his favorite easy-chair after work.
他下班后在他最喜欢的安乐椅上放松。
C1 noun /ˈʃoʊ.və.nɪst/

chauvinist

极端偏袒的人
Meaning
A person displaying excessive or prejudiced loyalty to a group, cause, or gender.
Example
He was labeled a chauvinist after his remarks about women in the workplace.
在工作场所对女性的评论之后,他被贴上了沙文主义者的标签。
C1 noun /ˈvɪstə/

vista

景观
Meaning
A pleasing view, especially one seen through a long, narrow opening.
Example
From the mountain top, we admired the breathtaking vista of the valley below.
从山顶,我们欣赏到山谷下方令人叹为观止的景观。
C1 noun /ˈpɔːrsəlɪn/

porcelain

瓷器
Meaning
A white, hard ceramic material often used for dishes and ornaments.
Example
The museum displayed ancient porcelain vases from China.
博物馆展示了来自中国的古代瓷器花瓶。
C1 noun /ˈprɒmɪnəns/

prominence

声望
Meaning
The state of being important, famous, or easily noticed.
Example
Her work gained prominence after the award.
她的工作在获奖后获得了声望。
C1 verb /ˌʌndərˈsɛl/

undersell

Meaning
to sell something at a lower price than competitors or to downplay the value of something
Example
The shop undersold its rivals by offering huge discounts.
C1 adjective /əˈsɛndənt/

ascendant

上升的,主导的
Meaning
Rising in power or influence; dominant.
Example
She is an ascendant leader in the political party.
她是政治党派中的一位上升的领袖。
C1 noun /ˈdʒɑːr.ɡən/

jargon

行话
Meaning
Specialized or technical language used by a particular group or profession.
Example
The lawyer’s explanation was full of legal jargon.
律师的解释充满了法律行话。
C1 noun /ˈpæd.ək/

paddock

马或其他动物的围场
Meaning
a small enclosed field where horses or other animals are kept
Example
The horses were grazing in the paddock.
马群在围场里吃草。
C1 noun /moʊl/

Mole

鼹鼠
Meaning
a small burrowing mammal with tiny eyes and soft fur
Example
The mole dug tunnels under the garden.
鼹鼠在花园下挖了隧道。
C1 adjective /ˈrep.jə.tə.bəl/

Reputable

声誉良好
Meaning
having a good reputation; respected and trusted
Example
She works for a reputable law firm in the city.
她在这座城市的一个声誉卓著的律师事务所工作。
C1 noun /moʊt/

moat

护城河
Meaning
A deep, wide ditch surrounding a castle or town, often filled with water, for defense.
Example
The castle was protected by a wide moat filled with water.
城堡被一条充满水的宽护城河保护着。
C1 noun ˌɪn.toʊˈneɪ.ʃən

intonation

语调
Meaning
The rise and fall of tone in speech and pronunciation.
Example
Proper intonation enhances the clarity of a speech.
正确的语调提高演讲的清晰度。
C1 adjective /ˈɪrɪtəbl/

irritable

Meaning
easily annoyed or made angry
Example
She became irritable after working long hours without rest.
C1 adjective /əˈbliːk/

Oblique

倾斜; 对角线; 间接或回避
Meaning
slanting; diagonal; indirect or evasive
Example
The artist drew an oblique line across the canvas.
艺术家在画布上画了一条倾斜的线。
C1 noun /kɔːr/

corps

军队分支,团队
Meaning
a branch of the military or a group organized for a specific purpose
Example
He joined the army corps after graduation.
他在毕业后加入了军队分支。
C1 noun /ˌʌl.tɪˈmeɪ.təm/

Ultimatum

最后通牒
Meaning
a final demand or statement of terms, the rejection of which will result in retaliation
Example
The boss gave him an ultimatum: improve or be fired.
老板给了他一个最后通牒:要么改进,要么被解雇。
C1 noun ɪnˈflɛk.ʃən

inflection

语调变化
Meaning
The change in pitch or tone of voice when speaking for emphasis.
Example
His inflection kept the audience engaged.
他的语调让观众保持关注。
C1 adjective /ɪˈmɜːrdʒənt/

emergent

新兴
Meaning
just coming into existence or becoming prominent
Example
The emergent startup quickly attracted investors.
新兴的创业公司迅速吸引了投资者。
C1 adjective /ˈskrɪptʃərəl/

scriptural

圣经的
Meaning
Relating to or contained in the scriptures or holy writings.
Example
The priest gave a scriptural reference during the sermon.
牧师在布道中引用了圣经的参考。
C1 adjective /ˈkoʊvərt/

covert

秘密
Meaning
hidden, secret, or not openly acknowledged
Example
The spy conducted a covert operation behind enemy lines.
间谍在敌人的线背后进行了一项秘密行动。
C1 verb, noun /ˈbreɪnˌwɒʃ/

brainwash

洗脑
Meaning
to manipulate someone into adopting certain beliefs by repeated pressure or propaganda; the act or process of such manipulation
Example
The group tried to brainwash new members with constant propaganda.
这个组织试图给新成员洗脑。
C1 noun /ˈdʒʌŋk.tʃər/

Juncture

关键时刻
Meaning
a particular point in events or time; a critical moment when important decisions must be made
Example
At this juncture, we need to make a crucial decision about our future.
在这个关键时刻,我们需要做出关于未来的重要决策。
C1 noun /fɑːrs/

farce

闹剧
Meaning
a comic dramatic work using buffoonery and horseplay, or a ridiculous situation
Example
The meeting turned into a complete farce with everyone arguing.
会议变成了一场彻底的闹剧,大家都在争论。
C1 adjective /ˌɒbsəˈliːt/

obsolete

过时的
Meaning
No longer in use or out of date.
Example
Floppy disks are now completely obsolete.
软盘现在完全过时了。
C1 adjective /ɪˈnɒkjuəs/

innocuous

无害的
Meaning
Not harmful or offensive.
Example
His remark was completely innocuous and not meant to offend anyone.
他的评论完全无害,并且没有冒犯任何人的意思。
C1 noun /ˈwɔː.tər ˈspɪn.ɪtʃ/

Water Spinach

水菠菜
Meaning
A semi-aquatic leafy vegetable with hollow stems, popular in Asian cuisine
Example
Water spinach grows well in wet soil.
水菠菜在湿润的土壤中生长得很好。
C1 adjective /fəˈnætɪk/

Fanatic

狂热者
Meaning
extremely passionate about something; showing excessive enthusiasm or devotion
Example
He is a fanatic supporter of his football team.
他是他足球队的狂热支持者。
C1 noun /ˈhʌbʌb/

hubbub

喧闹
Meaning
a loud noise caused by a crowd of people talking or shouting
Example
There was a hubbub in the market as the sale began.
市场上因为销售开始而产生了喧闹。
C1 verb /ˈɛkskəˌveɪt/

excavate

幸福
Meaning
to dig out or remove earth carefully, often for building or archaeological purposes
Example
The workers excavated the site to prepare for construction.
她在收到奖项时,无法掩饰她的幸福。
C1 adjective /frɔːt/

fraught

充满
Meaning
Filled with or likely to result in something undesirable.
Example
The negotiations were fraught with tension and uncertainty.
谈判充满了紧张和不确定性。
C1 adjective /pləˈtɒnɪk/

platonic

柏拉图式
Meaning
relating to a close relationship that is not romantic or sexual
Example
They have a platonic friendship that has lasted for years.
他们有一段柏拉图式的友谊,已经持续了多年。
C1 verb /ˌriːɪmˈbɜːrs/

reimburse

报销
Meaning
to pay back money to someone who has spent it or lost it
Example
The company reimbursed him for travel expenses.
公司为他报销了旅行费用。
C1 adjective /ˈfræɡməntɪd/

fragmented

碎片化, 分割, 不完整
Meaning
Having been broken into fragments; disjointed or incomplete.
Example
The information was fragmented and difficult to understand.
信息被碎片化了,难以理解。
C1 noun /ˈspɔɪlˌspɔːrt/

spoilsport

扫兴的人
Meaning
A person who ruins other people's enjoyment or fun.
Example
Don't be a spoilsport and let us enjoy the party.
不要做扫兴的人,放我们享受派对吧。
C1 verb /ˈvæŋkwɪʃ/

vanquish

征服
Meaning
to defeat thoroughly, especially in battle or competition
Example
The army vanquished its enemies with superior strategy.
军队以优越的战略打败了敌人。
C1 adjective /ˈtæti/

tatty

破旧
Meaning
Worn out, shabby, or in poor condition.
Example
The sofa looked old and tatty after years of use.
沙发在多年的使用后看起来破旧不堪。
C1 adjective /dɪsˈsɪmɪlər/

dissimilar

不同
Meaning
Not alike; different.
Example
Though they are twins, their personalities are dissimilar.
虽然他们是双胞胎,但他们的个性不同。
C1 verb /ˈfrɒlɪk/

frolic

欢快地玩耍
Meaning
to play and move about cheerfully, energetically, or playfully
Example
The children frolicked in the garden all afternoon.
孩子们整个下午在花园里欢快地玩耍。
C1 adjective /frəˈnɛtɪk/

frenetic

狂乱的
Meaning
Fast and energetic in a wild or uncontrolled way.
Example
The stock market experienced frenetic trading after the announcement.
公告后股市经历了狂乱的交易。
C1 noun /stɛntʃ/

stench

臭味
Meaning
A very strong and unpleasant smell.
Example
The stench of garbage filled the alley.
垃圾的臭味充满了小巷。
C1 verb /ədˈmɒnɪʃ/

admonish

警告
Meaning
to warn or reprimand someone firmly; to advise or urge earnestly
Example
The teacher admonished the students for being late.
老师因为学生迟到而警告他们。
C1 noun /skwɔːl/

squall

暴风骤雨
Meaning
a sudden violent gust of wind, often accompanied by rain, snow, or sleet
Example
A sudden squall caught the sailors off guard.
一阵突如其来的暴风骤雨让水手们措手不及。
C1 noun ˌdɪdʒɪˈnɛəreɪʃən

degeneration

退化
Meaning
The process of decline or deterioration in structure or function.
Example
The degeneration of brain cells leads to cognitive decline.
大脑细胞的退化导致认知能力下降。
C1 noun /brɒŋˈkaɪtɪs/

bronchitis

支气管炎
Meaning
inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes, which carry air to and from the lungs
Example
The doctor diagnosed him with acute bronchitis.
医生诊断他患有急性支气管炎。
C1 noun /ˈrɛtʃɪdnəs/

wretchedness

悲惨
Meaning
a state of misery, unhappiness, or poor condition
Example
The novel depicts the wretchedness of war victims.
这本小说描绘了战争受害者的悲惨。
C1 noun /ˈkwɔːrəm/

quorum

法定人数
Meaning
The minimum number of members needed to conduct official business in a meeting.
Example
The board meeting was postponed because there was no quorum.
由于没有法定人数,董事会会议被推迟了。
C1 adjective /ˈɒptɪk/

optic

光学的
Meaning
Relating to the eye or vision.
Example
The optic nerve carries signals from the eye to the brain.
视神经将信号从眼睛传递到大脑。
C1 noun /ˈæd.vənt/

advent

到来
Meaning
The arrival of a notable person, thing, or event.
Example
The advent of the internet changed the way people communicate.
互联网的到来改变了人们交流的方式。
C1 verb /ˈhʌsəl/

hustle

努力 / 快速移动
Meaning
to move quickly and energetically; to push or work hard to achieve something
Example
She had to hustle to finish the project on time.
她必须努力工作才能按时完成项目。
C1 noun /ɪmˈpɜː.mə.nəns/

impermanence

无常
Meaning
The state or fact of lasting for only a limited period of time.
Example
The philosophy of Buddhism emphasizes the impermanence of life.
佛教哲学强调生命的无常性。
C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzɪləreɪtɪŋ/

exhilarating

令人振奋的
Meaning
Making someone feel very excited, happy, or thrilled.
Example
Skydiving was the most exhilarating experience of his life.
跳伞是他一生中最令人振奋的经历。
C1 noun /dɪˈstɔːrʃən/

distortion

扭曲,错误呈现
Meaning
the action of twisting, changing, or misrepresenting the shape, sound, or truth of something
Example
There was a distortion in the radio signal.
广播信号中存在扭曲。
C1 adjective /ˈnɔɪz.ləs/

Noiseless

无声的; 完全安静的
Meaning
making no sound; completely silent
Example
She moved through the house in noiseless steps so as not to wake the baby.
她走过房子,步伐无声,以免吵醒宝宝。
C1 noun /brɪm/

Brim

边缘; 边沿
Meaning
the projecting edge of a hat; the edge or lip of something
Example
The wide brim of his hat protected him from the scorching sun.
他帽子宽大的边缘保护他免受炽热阳光的照射。
C1 verb /əˈlʊər/

allure

吸引
Meaning
to attract or tempt someone with something desirable; to entice
Example
The beautiful garden allured visitors from far away.
美丽的花园吸引了远处的游客。
C1 adjective /ˈpɛndənt/

pendent

悬挂的
Meaning
hanging down or suspended
Example
The pendent branches touched the ground.
悬挂的树枝触碰了地面。
C1 adjective /ˌsaɪkəˈpæθɪk/

psychopathic

精神病的
Meaning
Relating to or affected by psychopathy; showing chronic mental disorder with abnormal or violent behavior.
Example
The film portrayed a psychopathic killer with no sense of empathy.
电影描绘了一个没有同情心的精神病杀手。
C1 adjective /aʊtˈmoʊdɪd/

outmoded

过时的
Meaning
No longer in fashion or useful; outdated.
Example
That old computer is completely outmoded.
那台旧电脑完全过时了。
C1 noun /hoʊks/

Hoax

骗局; 欺骗; 愚弄
Meaning
a humorous or malicious deception; something intended to trick or deceive people
Example
The news about aliens landing turned out to be an elaborate hoax created by pranksters.
外星人着陆的新闻结果证明是一种由恶作剧者创造的精心策划的恶作剧。
C1 adjective /ˈskɔːrnfəl/

Scornful

轻蔑的
Meaning
showing contempt or disdain; expressing scorn
Example
She gave him a scornful look when he made the rude comment.
当他做出粗鲁的评论时,她投以蔑视的目光。
C1 adjective /ˈlæk.tɪk/

lactic

与牛奶或乳酸相关
Meaning
Relating to milk or lactic acid.
Example
Intense exercise can lead to a buildup of lactic acid in the muscles.
剧烈运动可能会导致肌肉中乳酸的积聚。
C1 verb /druːp/

droop

下垂
Meaning
to bend or hang downward; to become weak or tired
Example
The flowers began to droop in the heat.
花朵在热量下开始下垂。
C1 noun /ˈɑːlɪˌɡɑːrki/

oligarchy

寡头政治
Meaning
A small group of people having control of a country, organization, or institution.
Example
The nation was ruled by a wealthy oligarchy that controlled all resources.
这个国家由一个富有的寡头集团统治,控制着所有资源。
C1 verb /ˈɑːrbɪtreɪt/

arbitrate

仲裁
Meaning
to settle a dispute between two parties by acting as an impartial judge
Example
The committee agreed to arbitrate the contract dispute.
委员会同意仲裁合同争议。
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。
C1 verb /riːl/

reel

跌倒 / 卷绕
Meaning
to lose balance and stagger; to wind or spin something onto a reel
Example
He reeled backward after being punched.
他被打后向后跌倒。
C1 verb /ˈɪrɪˌɡeɪt/

irrigate

灌溉
Meaning
to supply water to land or crops; to wash out a wound with water
Example
Farmers irrigate their fields during dry seasons.
农民在干旱季节灌溉他们的田地。
C1 noun /ˈmiːdieɪtər/

Mediator

调解员
Meaning
A person who attempts to make people involved in a conflict agree
Example
The United Nations often acts as a mediator in international disputes.
联合国常常在国际争端中充当调解员。
C1 adjective ˌæɡrɪˈkʌltʃərəli sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt

agriculturally significant

与农业相关的重要
Meaning
Important or crucial related to farming and agriculture
Example
Winter is agriculturally significant for crop production.
冬季对于作物生产至关重要。
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。
C1 adjective + noun njuˈtrɪʃəs krɒps

nutritious crops

营养丰富的作物
Meaning
Plants or vegetables that are rich in nutrients and beneficial for health
Example
Winter vegetables are considered nutritious crops.
冬季蔬菜被认为是营养丰富的作物。
C1 adjective /ˈspaɪni/

spiny

多刺的
Meaning
covered with or full of spines; having sharp points
Example
The spiny cactus stood tall in the desert.
多刺的仙人掌在沙漠中挺立。
C1 adjective /ɡroʊˈtɛsk/

grotesque

Meaning
comically or repulsively ugly or distorted
Example
The sculpture was so grotesque that it frightened the children.
C1 noun /ˈstɒpɪdʒ/

stoppage

停顿; 停止
Meaning
The act of stopping or ceasing; a halt in operation or activity
Example
The sudden stoppage of the train caused delays for all passengers.
火车的突然停运导致所有乘客延误。
C1 adjective /ˌaʊtˈlændɪʃ/

outlandish

奇异
Meaning
Looking or sounding bizarre or unfamiliar; strange.
Example
He wore an outlandish costume to the festival.
他穿着一件奇异的服装参加了节日。
C1 noun /rəʊˈbɒt.ɪk ˈsɜː.dʒər.i/

robotic surgery

机器人手术
Meaning
Surgery performed with the assistance of robotic systems to enhance precision and reduce invasiveness.
Example
Robotic surgery enhances precision in complex procedures.
机器人手术提高了复杂程序的精确度。
C1 noun /ˈwɔː.tər ˈtʃes.nʌt/

Water Chestnut

水栗
Meaning
aquatic plant with edible white crisp tubers
Example
Water chestnuts add a nice crunch to stir-fry dishes.
水栗为炒菜增添了愉快的脆感。
C1 verb /əbˈsɛs/

obsess

Meaning
To preoccupy or fill the mind of someone continually and to an excessive degree.
Example
She tends to obsess over small details.
C1 adjective /ˌɛpɪˈsɒdɪk/

episodic

集集式的
Meaning
Happening occasionally or in separate parts; related to episodes.
Example
Her interest in art was episodic, coming and going over the years.
她对艺术的兴趣是间歇性的,随着岁月的流逝而来又去。
C1 adjective ɪnˈdel.ə.bəl

indelible

不可磨灭的
Meaning
Making marks that cannot be removed; impossible to forget or remove.
Example
Her speech left an indelible mark on the audience.
她的演讲给观众留下了不可磨灭的印象。
C1 noun /ˌɪntərˈmiːdiˌɛri/

intermediary

中介
Meaning
A person who acts as a link between people in order to try to bring about an agreement; a mediator.
Example
The diplomat served as an intermediary between the two conflicting nations.
外交官作为两国冲突中的中介起到了作用。
C1 noun /ˈswiːt.miːt/

Sweetmeat

甜点
Meaning
a small piece of confectionery or candy; a sweet delicacy
Example
The children enjoyed the traditional sweetmeats during the festival.
孩子们在节日期间享受了传统的甜点。
C1 adverb /ˌʌnkənˈvɛnʃənəli/

unconventionally

非传统地
Meaning
in a way that is not based on or conforming to accepted standards or norms
Example
She dresses unconventionally, mixing bold colors and patterns that surprise everyone.
她穿着非传统地,混搭大胆的颜色和图案,让每个人都感到惊讶。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈfriːkwənt/

infrequent

不频繁
Meaning
Happening rarely or not often.
Example
He made infrequent visits to his hometown after moving abroad.
他在搬到国外后,偶尔才回家乡。
C1 adjective ʌnˈpær.ə.leld

Unparalleled

无与伦比
Meaning
Having no equal; unmatched, peerless, and supreme in quality or achievement.
Example
The unparalleled beauty of the Taj Mahal amazes visitors.
泰姬陵无与伦比的美丽使游客惊叹。
C1 verb /ˌpriːdɪˈspoʊz/

predispose

使...易患
Meaning
To make someone more likely to behave in a certain way or be affected by something.
Example
His genetics may predispose him to diabetes.
他的基因可能使他容易得糖尿病。
C1 noun /pəˈræl.ə.sɪs/

Paralysis

瘫痪
Meaning
the loss of the ability to move part or all of the body; complete inability to act or function
Example
The accident left him with paralysis in his legs.
事故使他双腿瘫痪。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈdiːsənt/

indecent

不雅的
Meaning
not conforming to accepted standards of behavior or morality; improper or offensive
Example
He was warned for making an indecent remark during the meeting.
他因为说了不雅的话而受到警告。
C1 noun /ˈreɪ.biːz/

rabies

狂犬病
Meaning
A viral disease that causes inflammation of the brain in humans and other mammals, usually transmitted through animal bites.
Example
The dog was vaccinated against rabies.
狗已接种狂犬病疫苗。
C1 noun /ˈtrɪnɪti/

trinity

三位一体
Meaning
a group of three closely related things; in Christianity, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit
Example
The museum’s exhibit focused on a trinity of themes: memory, identity, and power.
博物馆的展览专注于三种主题的三位一体:记忆、身份和力量。
C1 noun /ˈhɔːrtɪˌkʌltʃər/

horticulture

Meaning
The art or practice of garden cultivation and management.
Example
Horticulture plays a vital role in producing fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants.
C1 noun /ɪkˈskriːʃən/

excretion

排泄
Meaning
the process of eliminating waste matter from the body
Example
Excretion is vital for maintaining a healthy body.
排泄对保持健康的身体至关重要。
C1 adjective /ˈwɪl.fəl/

Wilful

固执的; 故意的
Meaning
deliberately stubborn; done on purpose; intentional
Example
His wilful disobedience led to punishment.
他的故意不服从导致了惩罚。
C1 adjective /ˌaɪ.di.əˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/

ideological

意识形态的
Meaning
Relating to or based on a system of ideas or beliefs.
Example
The two parties are divided by deep ideological differences.
这两个党派由于深刻的意识形态分歧而分裂。
C1 adjective /ˈsliːzi/

sleazy

低级的, 肮脏的, 或质量差的
Meaning
morally low, dirty, or cheap in quality
Example
He avoided the sleazy nightclub downtown.
他避免了市中心的低级夜店。
C1 adjective /ˈwɪr.i.səm/

Wearisome

令人疲倦的; 乏味且令人筋疲力尽的
Meaning
causing tiredness; tedious; boring and exhausting
Example
The wearisome journey took twelve hours to complete.
这段令人疲倦的旅程花费了十二个小时。
C1 adjective ˌɪdiəsɪnˈkrætɪk

idiosyncratic

独特且个性化
Meaning
Relating to idiosyncrasy; peculiar or individual.
Example
His idiosyncratic behavior set him apart from his colleagues.
他的独特行为使他与同事们区别开来。
C1 adjective /kəˈmɛmərətɪv/

commemorative

纪念的
Meaning
Serving as a reminder or in honor of a person or event.
Example
They issued a commemorative coin for the independence anniversary.
他们发行了一枚纪念币,庆祝独立纪念日。
C1 noun ˌnɒn.kəʊˌɒp.ərˈeɪ.ʃən

non-cooperation

不合作
Meaning
The practice of refusing to cooperate, especially as a form of protest.
Example
The non-cooperation movement gained momentum.
不合作运动获得了动力。
C1 noun /ˈmɑːrtərdəm/

Martyrdom

殉道
Meaning
The suffering of death on account of adherence to a cause or principle
Example
His martyrdom inspired countless others to join the freedom movement.
他的殉道激励了无数其他人加入自由运动。
C1 adjective /ˈkwɪzɪkəl/

quizzical

困惑的, 疑问的
Meaning
Expressing mild or amused puzzlement.
Example
She gave him a quizzical look when he made the strange comment.
当他说出奇怪的评论时,她投给了他一个困惑的眼神。
C1 noun /səˈbætɪkəl/

sabbatical

用于学习或旅行的休假期
Meaning
A period of paid leave granted to a teacher or worker for study or travel, traditionally every seventh year.
Example
She took a sabbatical to research her new book.
她为了研究她的新书而休了一个萨巴提卡尔假期。
C1 noun /tɪnt/

tint

色调
Meaning
a slight shade or variation of a color
Example
The walls were painted white with a slight blue tint.
墙壁被涂成了白色,并带有一抹淡蓝色。
C1 noun /ˌsɛlf ɪnˈdʌldʒəns/

self-indulgence

自我纵容
Meaning
The act of allowing oneself to enjoy pleasures or desires excessively.
Example
His weekend of self-indulgence included eating sweets and watching movies nonstop.
他的自我纵容周末包括吃糖果和不停地看电影。
C1 noun /ˈriːkɔːrs/

recourse

求助,援助
Meaning
a source of help or protection in a difficult situation
Example
The students had no recourse but to appeal to the principal.
学生们除了向校长上诉外别无选择。
C1 noun /ˌpænəˈsiːə/

panacea

万灵药
Meaning
A solution or remedy for all difficulties or diseases.
Example
Education is often seen as a panacea for social problems.
教育通常被视为社会问题的万能药。
C1 noun /ˈmæroʊ/

Marrow

骨髓
Meaning
A soft fatty substance in the cavities of bones; the essence of something
Example
The bone marrow produces blood cells in the human body.
骨髓在人体内产生血细胞。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnstənˈteɪniəs/

instantaneous

即时
Meaning
Happening immediately, without any delay.
Example
The change in temperature was almost instantaneous.
温度变化几乎是即时的。
C1 noun mɪˈtɪkjʊləsnɪs

meticulousness

对细节的极大关注
Meaning
Great attention to detail; very careful and precise.
Example
His meticulousness made the project successful.
他的细心让这个项目成功。
C1 noun /ˈɒntʊrɑːʒ/

entourage

随行人员
Meaning
A group of people attending or surrounding an important person.
Example
The celebrity arrived with her entourage of assistants and bodyguards.
名人带着她的随行人员和保镖到达了。
C1 noun /ˈkwɒn.dər.i/

Quandary

困境; 为难
Meaning
a difficult situation where you cannot decide what to do; dilemma
Example
She was in a quandary about which job offer to accept.
她在选择接受哪个工作机会时陷入了困境。
C1 noun, verb /tɪndʒ/

tinge

轻微的颜色或味道
Meaning
a slight added color, flavor, or feeling; to add a slight amount of color or quality
Example
Her voice was tinged with sadness.
她的声音带着一丝悲伤。
C1 verb /ɪˈroʊd/

erode

侵蚀
Meaning
to gradually wear away or destroy by natural forces such as water, wind, or chemical action
Example
The coastline has begun to erode due to constant waves.
海岸线因持续的波浪开始侵蚀。
C1 noun /kɔːrs flaʊər/

Course flour

粗面粉
Meaning
coarsely ground flour with larger particles, typically used for baking bread
Example
She used course flour to make homemade bread with a rustic texture.
她使用了粗面粉做了一个有乡村质感的自制面包。