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B2 noun, verb /bluːm/

bloom

开花；繁荣
Meaning
to produce flowers; to develop or flourish; a flower or the state of flowering
Example
The roses bloom beautifully every spring.
玫瑰每年春天都会美丽地开花。
B2 noun /ˈbɪtərnəs/

Bitterness

苦涩
Meaning
anger and disappointment at being treated unfairly; resentment; a sharp, unpleasant taste
Example
She spoke with bitterness about her former employer.
她谈到了对以前雇主的愤怒。
B2 noun /prəˈfɪʃənsi/

proficiency

熟练
Meaning
Competency or skill; expertise.
Example
His proficiency in multiple languages is remarkable.
他在多种语言上的熟练度令人印象深刻。
B2 noun /dɪˈfɛndər/

defender

防守者
Meaning
a person who protects someone or something from harm or attack
Example
The defender blocked the shot and saved the goal.
防守者挡住了射门并拯救了进球。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈɪndʒərd/

uninjured

未受伤
Meaning
Without injury; not physically harmed.
Example
All the passengers were rescued uninjured.
所有乘客都没有受伤并被救援。
B2 adverb /ˌnʌnðəˈlɛs/

nonetheless

尽管如此
Meaning
in spite of that; nevertheless
Example
It was raining, but nonetheless, they went hiking.
下着雨，但尽管如此，他们还是去远足了。
B2 noun /kəˈrɪkjələm/

curriculum

课程
Meaning
The subjects comprising a course of study in a school, college, or university.
Example
The school updated its curriculum to include more digital literacy courses.
学校更新了其课程，增加了更多的数字素养课程。
B2 adverb /rɪˈpɔːtɪdli/

reportedly

据报道
Meaning
according to what is said or believed, although not confirmed
Example
The company has reportedly agreed to the new terms.
公司 reportedly 已同意新的条款。
B2 noun /ˌɪnəˈbɪləti/

inability

无能
Meaning
the state of being unable to do something
Example
His inability to make decisions affected his career.
他无法做决定，这影响了他的职业生涯。
B2 noun /ˈkwɒr.əl/

Quarrel

争吵; 争论
Meaning
an angry argument or disagreement between people
Example
They had a quarrel about money and stopped talking to each other.
他们因为钱发生了争吵，停止了相互交谈。
B2 noun /ˈnoʊ.ʃən/

Notion

概念
Meaning
a conception or belief about something; an idea or opinion
Example
She had a strange notion that someone was following her.
她有一个奇怪的概念，认为有人在跟踪她。
B2 noun /dɪˈveləpər/

developer

开发者
Meaning
a person or company that creates software, buildings, or land projects
Example
She works as a software developer at a tech company.
她在一家技术公司担任软件开发者。
B2 adjective /ˈtɪm.ɪd/

Timid

害羞; 胆小
Meaning
shy and lacking confidence; easily frightened
Example
She was too timid to speak in public.
她太害羞，无法在公众面前讲话。
B2 noun /ˈklaɪ.mæks/

Climax

高潮
Meaning
the most intense, exciting, or important point of something; the highest or most intense point in a process
Example
The movie reached its climax during the final battle scene.
电影在最后的战斗场面中达到了高潮。
B2 adjective ˈkʌl.ɪ.nər.i

culinary

烹饪的
Meaning
Related to cooking or the preparation of food, especially in a sophisticated or professional manner.
Example
Culinary advancements enhance the dining experience.
烹饪的进步提升了用餐体验。
B2 verb fəˈsɪl.ɪ.teɪt

facilitate

促进
Meaning
Make an action or process easier or more achievable; to help bring about.
Example
Good infrastructure facilitates economic growth.
良好的基础设施促进经济增长。
B2 noun /ˈten.ənt/

Tenant

租户
Meaning
a person who rents and occupies property owned by someone else
Example
The landlord met with the new tenant to sign the lease agreement.
房东与新租户见面签署租赁合同。
B2 noun /ˈtɒl.ər.əns/

Tolerance

宽容
Meaning
the ability to accept different opinions or behavior; willingness to allow something to exist
Example
Religious tolerance is important in a diverse society.
宗教宽容在多元化的社会中很重要。
B2 verb ɪmˈpoʊz

imposes

强加
Meaning
To establish or apply by authority; to force something unwelcome or unfamiliar to be accepted or put in place.
Example
Pollution imposes harmful effects on the environment.
污染对环境施加了有害的影响。
B2 verb /rɪˈzuːm/

resume

重新开始
Meaning
to start again after a pause or interruption
Example
We will resume the meeting after lunch.
我们将在午餐后继续会议。
B2 noun /ˈɪnstɪŋkt/

instinct

本能
Meaning
A natural way of behaving or reacting that does not require learning.
Example
Birds build nests by instinct.
鸟类本能地筑巢。
B2 adjective /ˌfʌndəˈmɛntl/

fundamental

Meaning
forming a necessary base or core; of central importance
Example
Honesty is a fundamental principle of good leadership.
B2 noun /ˈkloʊʒər/

closure

关闭
Meaning
the action or process of closing something, or the sense of finality or resolution.
Example
The closure of the company left many employees without jobs.
公司的关闭使许多员工失业。
B2 noun, verb /treɪs/

trace

痕迹
Meaning
a mark, object, or sign that shows the existence or development of something
Example
She traced the path of the river on the map.
她在地图上描绘了河流的路径。
B2 noun /dɪsˈkʌmfərt/

discomfort

不适
Meaning
A feeling of slight pain, unease, or awkwardness.
Example
She shifted in her chair due to discomfort in her back.
由于背部不适，她在椅子上移动。
B2 verb əˈlaɪn.ɪŋ

aligning

对齐
Meaning
Placing or arranging things in a straight line or in correct relative positions.
Example
Aligning education with global standards is vital.
将教育与全球标准对齐是至关重要的。
B2 adjective ˈɡrædʒ.u.əl

gradual

渐进的
Meaning
Taking place or progressing slowly or by degrees.
Example
Gradual changes are more sustainable.
渐进的变化更具可持续性。
B2 noun ˈtɒksɪk ˈɡæsɪz

toxic gases

有毒气体
Meaning
Poisonous or harmful gases that can cause illness or death
Example
Toxic gases from industries contribute to air pollution.
来自工业的有毒气体导致空气污染。
B2 noun /ˈtjuːmər/

tumor

肿瘤
Meaning
an abnormal mass of tissue caused by excessive cell growth
Example
The doctor found a benign tumor during the medical check-up.
医生在体检过程中发现了一个良性肿瘤。
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 /ˈek.oʊ/

Echo

回声; 回响
Meaning
a sound that is reflected back; a repetition or imitation
Example
His voice created a clear echo in the empty cathedral.
他的声音在空荡的教堂里产生了清晰的回声。
B2 adjective ˌtræns.fəˈmeɪ.ʃən.əl

transformational

变革性
Meaning
Causing or able to cause an important and lasting change in someone or something.
Example
Transformational projects redefine progress.
变革性项目重新定义了进步。
B2 noun /ˈwɔːl.nʌt/

Walnut

核桃
Meaning
an edible nut with a hard shell and a wrinkled appearance
Example
I love to eat walnuts with honey for breakfast.
我喜欢在早餐时吃蜂蜜核桃。
B2 noun /ˈʌpˌkiːp/

up-keep

维护
Meaning
The process or cost of maintaining something in good condition.
Example
The upkeep of the old house is very expensive.
老房子的维护非常昂贵。
B2 verb /ˈraɪpən/

ripen

幸福
Meaning
to become or make something ready to eat or fully developed
Example
The bananas ripened quickly in the warm weather.
当她收到奖项时，她无法隐藏自己的幸福。
B2 noun ˈtrækɪŋ ˈprɒɡrɛs

tracking progress

进度跟踪
Meaning
The process of monitoring and evaluating advancement towards goals or objectives.
Example
Regular tracking progress helps in achieving long-term goals.
定期跟踪进度有助于实现长期目标。
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 adjective /ˈtraɪbəl/

tribal

部落的
Meaning
relating to a tribe or tribes, especially indigenous people
Example
The tribal community has preserved its culture for centuries.
部落社区已经保存了他们的文化几个世纪。
B2 adjective /dʒaɪˈɡæntɪk/

gigantic

巨大的
Meaning
Extremely large or huge in size, power, or extent.
Example
The company made a gigantic investment in technology.
公司在技术上做出了巨大的投资。
B2 noun /ˌɑb.lɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

Obligation

义务
Meaning
a duty or commitment; something that must be done legally or morally
Example
Parents have an obligation to care for their children.
父母有责任照顾他们的孩子。
B2 noun /ˈædvəkəsi/

advocacy

倡导
Meaning
public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy
Example
Her advocacy for children's rights earned her international recognition.
她对儿童权利的倡导为她赢得了国际认可。
B2 verb/noun /ˈsɛnsər/

censor

审查
Meaning
to suppress or remove parts of books, films, or information considered offensive or harmful; a person who does this
Example
The government tried to censor the controversial film.
政府试图审查那部有争议的电影。
B2 noun /ɡʌlf/

Gulf

海湾
Meaning
a deep inlet of the sea almost surrounded by land; a wide gap or difference between people or groups
Example
The Persian Gulf is an important waterway for international shipping and oil transport.
波斯湾是国际航运和石油运输的重要水道。
B2 adjective /prəˈspɛktɪv/

prospective

前景的
Meaning
likely or expected to happen in the future; potential
Example
The company is meeting with prospective clients next week.
公司将于下周与潜在客户会面。
B2 adverb /kənˈtɪnjuəli/

Continually

持续地; 一再
Meaning
without stopping; repeatedly
Example
She continually checked her phone for messages.
她不断检查她的手机是否有新消息。
B2 noun ˈlæbrətɔːriz

laboratories

实验室
Meaning
A room or building equipped for scientific experiments, research, or teaching, or for the manufacture of drugs or chemicals.
Example
Advanced laboratories enabled groundbreaking discoveries.
先进的实验室促进了突破性的发现。
B2 adjective /ˌsaɪkiˈætrɪk/

psychiatric

Meaning
relating to mental illness or its treatment
Example
The psychiatric hospital provides care for those with severe conditions.
B2 verb /ˈskrɪbəl/

scribble

乱涂乱画
Meaning
to write or draw carelessly or quickly
Example
The child scribbled all over the wall.
孩子在墙上乱涂乱画。
B2 noun /pəˈræmɪtər/

parameter

参数
Meaning
a limit, boundary, or measurable factor that defines or determines something
Example
We need to set clear parameters for this project.
我们需要为这个项目设定明确的参数。
B2 adjective /dɪˈvaɪn/

Divine

神圣的; 天上的; 类似神的; 与上帝或神灵有关
Meaning
heavenly; sacred; godlike; relating to God or a deity
Example
The divine beauty of the sunset took their breath away.
夕阳的神圣美景让他们屏息凝视。
B2 adjective /əˈsɪdɪk/

acidic

酸性的
Meaning
containing acid; having a sour taste; sharp or biting in tone
Example
The lemon has an acidic taste that makes your mouth pucker.
柠檬的味道很酸。
B2 noun, verb /bəˈfeɪ/ (noun), /ˈbʌfɪt/ (verb)

buffet

Meaning
A meal where guests serve themselves from a variety of dishes arranged on a table; also means to strike repeatedly (as a verb).
Example
We enjoyed a large buffet at the wedding reception.
B2 noun /ˈkɒl.ər/

Collar

项圈
Meaning
a band of material around the neck; in jewelry context, a close-fitting necklace
Example
She wore an elegant pearl collar to the formal dinner.
她在正式晚宴上戴了一条优雅的珍珠项圈。
B2 adjective /ˌdɪsəˈbiːdiənt/

Disobedient

不服从的
Meaning
refusing to obey rules or authority; rebellious
Example
The disobedient child refused to follow the rules.
不听话的孩子拒绝遵守规则。
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 verb /ˈæɡ.rə.veɪt/

aggravate

加重
Meaning
To make a situation worse or more serious.
Example
Scratching the rash will only aggravate the condition.
抓破皮疹只会加重病情。
B2 noun /siːdʒ/

Sieze

围困
Meaning
a military operation to capture a place by surrounding it and cutting off supplies
Example
The siege of the castle lasted for three months.
城堡的围困持续了三个月。
B2 noun /kənˈdʒʌŋkʃən/

conjunction

连词
Meaning
a word used to connect clauses or sentences, or to coordinate words
Example
The words 'and' and 'but' are common conjunctions.
'和' 和 '但是' 是常见的连词。
B2 noun /næˈreɪʃən/

narration

叙述
Meaning
The act of telling a story or describing events in detail.
Example
The movie’s narration was done by a famous actor.
电影的叙述由一位著名演员完成。
B2 adjective /əˈdʒʌstəbəl/

Adjustable

可调节的; 可修改的; 可调整的;
Meaning
নিয়মযোগ্য; পরিবর্তন-সাধ্য; সমন্বয়যোগ্য;
Example
This chair has an adjustable height feature.
这把椅子有可调节的高度。
B2 noun /nɒt/

Knot

结
Meaning
a fastening made by tying a piece of string, rope, or something similar; a hard mass in wood
Example
The sailor tied a secure knot to anchor the boat safely.
水手系了一个稳固的结，以安全地将船锚定。
B2 adjective /rɪˈstrɪk.tɪd/

Restricted

有限制的或控制的；受限制的
Meaning
limited or controlled; subject to restrictions
Example
Access to this area is restricted to authorized personnel only.
进入此区域仅限授权人员。
B2 noun /ˈɡuːs.ber.i/

Gooseberry

醋栗
Meaning
a small round green or red berry that grows on a thorny bush
Example
Gooseberries are rich in vitamin C and make excellent jams.
醋栗富含维生素C，并可制成美味的果酱。
B2 noun /ˈsel.ər.i/

Celery

芹菜
Meaning
a green vegetable with long crisp stems that can be eaten raw or cooked
Example
I added chopped celery to the soup for extra flavor.
我将切碎的芹菜加入汤中以增加风味。
B2 noun /ˈflɒrɪst/

florist

花店老板
Meaning
A person who sells and arranges flowers.
Example
We bought a bouquet from the local florist.
我们在当地的花店买了一个花束。
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 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 /bɪtʃ/

Bitch

母狗;
Meaning
a female dog; an unpleasant or spiteful woman (offensive)
Example
The bitch gave birth to five puppies.
那只母狗生下了五只小狗。
B2 adjective /ˈplɛʒərəbl/

pleasurable

令人愉快的, 令人高兴的
Meaning
giving pleasure or enjoyment
Example
Reading a good book is a pleasurable activity.
读一本好书是一项令人愉快的活动。
B2 adjective /sɪmˈbɒlɪk/

symbolic

象征性的
Meaning
serving as a symbol or representing something else
Example
The dove is symbolic of peace and freedom.
鸽子是和平与自由的象征。
B2 noun /ˌkɒnsərˈveɪʃən ˈmuːvmənt/

Conservation Movement

自然保护运动
Meaning
A political, environmental, and social movement that seeks to protect natural resources including plant and animal species as well as their habitat for the future.
Example
The conservation movement began in the 19th century to protect wildlife.
自然保护运动在19世纪开始，旨在保护野生动物。
B2 noun/verb /ˈaʊtreɪdʒ/

outrage

愤怒
Meaning
A strong feeling of anger and shock; to arouse anger or shock.
Example
The unfair decision caused public outrage.
不公正的决定引起了公众的愤怒。
B2 verb /əˈplɔːd/

applaud

鼓掌
Meaning
to show approval by clapping or expressing admiration
Example
The audience applauded the performance.
观众为表演鼓掌。
B2 verb /sɑːb/

sob

大声哭泣
Meaning
to cry noisily while taking short breaths
Example
She began to sob uncontrollably after hearing the news.
她在听到消息后开始无法控制地呜咽。
B2 adjective /ˈstɪki/

sticky

粘的
Meaning
having the quality of adhering or clinging; difficult to remove or deal with
Example
The candy is too sticky to eat with your hands.
糖果太粘了，不能用手吃。
B2 noun smɔːl ˈɛfərt

Small Effort

小努力
Meaning
Minor actions or initiatives that can collectively make a significant impact.
Example
Small efforts can bring big changes in butterfly conservation.
小努力可以带来蝴蝶保护中的巨大变化。
B2 verb /dɪˈnaʊns/

denounce

谴责
Meaning
To publicly declare something to be wrong, evil, or condemn strongly.
Example
The leader denounced corruption in his speech.
领导人在他的演讲中谴责了腐败。
B2 adverb /ˈʌltəmətli/

ultimately

最终
Meaning
in the end, after everything else
Example
Ultimately, we decided to go ahead with the project.
最终，我们决定继续推进该项目。
B2 noun /dɪˈpen.dəns/

Dependence

依赖
Meaning
the state of relying on or needing someone or something for support; addiction
Example
His dependence on technology made it difficult for him to work without internet.
他对科技的依赖使得他在没有互联网的情况下很难工作。
B2 verb /ɪˈrʌpt/

erupt

爆发
Meaning
to burst forth suddenly and violently
Example
The volcano erupted after centuries of dormancy.
火山在沉寂了几个世纪后爆发。
B2 adverb /ˈleɪ.zɪ.li/

Lazily

懒洋洋地
Meaning
in a way that shows unwillingness to work or use energy; sluggishly
Example
He lazily stretched his arms and yawned in the morning.
他懒洋洋地伸展双臂，早晨打了个哈欠。
B2 adjective /æbˈnɔːr.məl/

abnormal

异常的
Meaning
deviating from what is normal or usual, typically in a way that is undesirable
Example
The doctor noticed an abnormal growth in the patient’s lung.
医生注意到病人肺部出现了异常的生长。
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。
B2 noun /ˈʃɔːr.tɪdʒ/

Shortage

短缺
Meaning
a lack or deficiency of something that is needed or expected
Example
There is a severe water shortage in the region.
该地区严重缺水。
B2 noun /kəˈdɛt/

cadet

军校生
Meaning
A young trainee in the armed forces, police, or other organization.
Example
The cadet marched proudly in the parade.
军校生在游行中自豪地行进。
B2 noun /ˈwel.wɪʃ.ər/

Well-wisher

祝愿者
Meaning
a person who desires happiness or success for another
Example
Many well-wishers came to congratulate her on her graduation.
许多祝愿者来祝贺她毕业。
B2 noun /ˈproʊtəkɔːl/

protocol

协议
Meaning
an official procedure or system of rules
Example
The security team followed strict protocol during the event.
安全团队在活动期间遵循了严格的协议。
B2 noun ˈmaɪl.stəʊn

milestone

里程碑
Meaning
An important event or stage in the development, progress, or history of something.
Example
This discovery is a milestone in biotechnology.
这个发现是生物技术中的一个里程碑。
B2 noun /ˌvaɪ.əˈleɪ.ʃən/

Violation

违反; 违反规则
Meaning
the action of violating someone or something; the action of breaking or failing to comply with a rule or formal agreement
Example
The company was fined for violation of environmental regulations.
该公司因违反环境法规而被罚款。
B2 noun /ˈten.ʃən/

Tension

紧张
Meaning
mental or emotional strain; a strained state or condition
Example
The deadline created a lot of tension in the office.
截止日期在办公室造成了很大的紧张。
B2 adjective /ˈvʌl.nər.ə.bəl/

vulnerable

脆弱
Meaning
susceptible to physical or emotional harm
Example
Children are often the most vulnerable in times of crisis.
孩子们在危机时刻常常是最脆弱的。
B2 adjective /ˌʌn.kəʊˈɒp.ər.ə.tɪv/

uncooperative

不合作的
Meaning
not willing to help or work with others; unhelpful
Example
The witness was uncooperative and refused to answer questions.
证人不合作，拒绝回答问题。
B2 adjective /ˈlɛdʒɪslətɪv/

legislative

立法的
Meaning
relating to the making of laws
Example
The legislative body passed the new tax bill.
立法机构通过了新的税法。
B2 noun /ˈzɪɡzæɡ/

Zigzag

具有突然的交替向左和向右转的路径或线条；急转弯的图案
Meaning
a line or course having abrupt alternate right and left turns; a pattern of sharp turns
Example
The road follows a zigzag pattern up the mountain.
这条路在山上呈锯齿形曲线。
B2 noun /ˈrɒbəɹi/

robbery

抢劫
Meaning
the crime of stealing from someone or somewhere using force or threat
Example
The police are investigating the robbery at the local store.
警方正在调查当地商店的抢劫事件。
B2 adjective /ˈʃæl.oʊ/

Shallow

浅薄; 不深; 缺乏深入知识
Meaning
not deep; superficial; lacking depth of knowledge
Example
The shallow water is perfect for children to play.
浅水适合孩子们玩耍。
B2 noun /wæks ˈkændəl/

Wax-candle

蜡烛
Meaning
a cylinder of wax with a wick through it that burns to give light
Example
We lit a wax candle during the power outage.
在停电期间我们点燃了一支蜡烛
B2 adjective /ˈlʌv.ə.bəl/

Lovable

值得爱的; 可爱的
Meaning
deserving of love; endearing; adorable
Example
The puppy was so lovable that everyone wanted to adopt it.
小狗是如此可爱，所有人都想领养它。
B2 noun /ɪnˈrɪtʃ.mənt/

enrichment

丰富
Meaning
The action of improving or enhancing the quality or value of something.
Example
Cultural enrichment fosters a deeper understanding of traditions.
文化丰富促进对传统的更深理解。
B2 adjective ˈmem.ər.ə.bəl

memorable

值得记住的
Meaning
Worth remembering or easily remembered, especially because of being special or unusual.
Example
Memorable events inspire generations.
值得记住的事件激励着一代又一代。
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 adverb /rɪˈspektɪvli/

Respectively

分别；按照给定的顺序；分开且按已经提到的顺序
Meaning
in the order given; separately and in the order already mentioned
Example
John and Mary are 25 and 30 years old respectively.
约翰和玛丽分别是25岁和30岁。
B2 noun /dɪˈpen.dənt/

Dependent

依赖; 被抚养人
Meaning
a person who relies on another for financial support; someone who depends on others
Example
As a tax dependent, she could not file her own tax return separately.
作为税务依赖人，她无法单独提交自己的税表。
B2 verb /ɪnˈveɪd/

invade

入侵
Meaning
to enter a place or country forcefully, especially as an enemy
Example
The army invaded the neighboring country.
军队入侵了邻国。
B2 noun ˈtreɪd.ɒf

trade-off

权衡
Meaning
A situation where accepting one advantage means giving up another benefit.
Example
There is always a trade-off between price and quality.
价格与质量之间总是有一个权衡。
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 /ˈsɪn.ɪ.kəl/

cynical

愤世嫉俗
Meaning
Believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.
Example
She was cynical about the politician's promises.
她对政治家的承诺持愤世嫉俗的态度。
B2 verb /ˈstreɪtən/

straighten

整理
Meaning
to make something straight or tidy; to correct or organize
Example
She straightened her hair before the meeting.
她在会议前整理了头发。
B2 adjective /suːˈpɪə.ri.ər/

Superior

卓越; 优于平均水平
Meaning
higher in rank, quality, or importance; better than average
Example
This product is superior to all others in the market.
该产品在市场上优于所有其他产品。
B2 verb /ˈmeməraɪz/

memorize

记住
Meaning
to learn something by heart; to commit to memory
Example
Students need to memorize important formulas for the exam.
学生需要记住重要的公式以备考试。
B2 noun /dɔːn/

Dawn

黎明
Meaning
the first appearance of light in the sky before sunrise; the beginning or start of something
Example
The fishermen set out to sea before dawn to catch the morning tide.
渔民们在黎明前出海，赶上早潮。
B2 noun /ɪnˈfek.ʃən/

Infection

感染
Meaning
the process of infecting or the state of being infected; a disease caused by germs
Example
The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the bacterial infection in her throat.
医生开了抗生素来治疗她喉咙的细菌感染。
B2 noun /rɪˈlaɪ.əns/

Reliance

依赖
Meaning
the state of depending on something or someone for support or help
Example
His reliance on technology is concerning.
他对技术的依赖令人担忧。
B2 verb /sniːk/

sneak

Meaning
to move quietly and secretly to avoid being noticed
Example
He tried to sneak into the house without waking anyone.
B2 noun ˈæmbɪəns

ambience

氛围
Meaning
The character and atmosphere of a place.
Example
The restaurant's ambience was relaxed and inviting, perfect for a casual dinner.
餐厅的氛围轻松而宜人，非常适合休闲晚餐。
B2 verb /feɪnt/

faint

昏厥
Meaning
to lose consciousness for a short time because of a temporary lack of oxygen to the brain
Example
He felt dizzy and fainted in the heat.
他感到头晕，并因高温而昏倒。
B2 adjective /ˌɛm.pəˈθɛ.tɪk/

empathetic

富有同理心
Meaning
Showing ability to understand and share feelings of others.
Example
She was empathetic towards her friend's struggles.
她对朋友的挣扎表现出富有同理心。
B2 noun /biːd/

Bead

珠子
Meaning
a small round object with a hole through it for threading
Example
She made a necklace with colorful beads.
她用彩色的珠子做了项链。
B2 noun /slɒt/

slot

插槽
Meaning
a narrow opening into which something fits or is placed
Example
Insert the card into the slot to open the door.
将卡片插入插槽以打开门。
B2 noun /hʌt/

hut

小屋
Meaning
a small simple shelter or house
Example
They lived in a small wooden hut near the river.
他们住在靠近河流的一个小木屋里。
B2 noun /ˈteɪbəlˌspun/

tablespoon

汤匙
Meaning
a spoon used for serving or eating food, typically holding about 15 milliliters
Example
She stirred the soup with a tablespoon.
她用汤匙搅拌了汤。