B2 verb /blɜːr/

blur

模糊

Meaning

to make something unclear or difficult to see

Example

Tears blurred her vision.

眼泪模糊了她的视线。

B2 adjective /dɪsˈɡreɪsfəl/

Disgraceful

可耻的; 不光彩的; 应受谴责的

Meaning

shameful; bringing dishonor; worthy of condemnation

Example

His disgraceful behavior shocked everyone at the party.

他那可耻的行为让派对上的每个人都震惊了。

B2 noun /ˈɒpəreɪtər/

operator

操作员

Meaning

a person who operates equipment, a business, or controls something

Example

The machine operator ensured that everything ran smoothly.

机器操作员确保一切顺利运行。

B2 noun /kəˈlɪʒ.ən/

Collision

碰撞; 冲突

Meaning

an instance of one moving object hitting violently against another; a conflict of opposing ideas or interests

Example

The collision between two cars caused a major traffic jam.

两辆车之间的碰撞造成了严重的交通堵塞。

B2 verb /dɪˈtekt/

detect

检测

Meaning

to discover or identify the presence or existence of something; to notice something that is not immediately obvious

Example

The security system can detect movement in the building.

安全系统可以检测到建筑物内的运动。

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 /dɪˈplɔɪ/

deploy

部署

Meaning

to position strategically; to use effectively

Example

The military will deploy troops to the border.

军队将部署部队到边境。

B2 verb /əˈfend/

offend

冒犯

Meaning

to cause displeasure or resentment; to hurt someone's feelings

Example

His rude comments offended many people at the meeting.

他的粗鲁评论冒犯了会议上的许多人。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈpɜːrfɪkt/

imperfect

不完美

Meaning

Not perfect; having faults or flaws.

Example

The painting was beautiful despite being imperfect.

这幅画很美，尽管它不完美。

B2 noun /ˈbɒt.əl.nek/

bottleneck

瓶颈

Meaning

Narrow path or obstruction, a place or situation where flow becomes slow.

Example

The narrow bridge is a major bottleneck during rush hour.

窄桥在高峰期间是一个瓶颈。

B2 noun /ˈnuː.səns/

Nuisance

麻烦; 打扰;

Meaning

a person, thing, or circumstance causing inconvenience or annoyance

Example

The constant noise from construction is a real nuisance.

建筑施工的持续噪音是一种真正的麻烦。

B2 noun /ˈrɛzərvwɑːr/

reservoir

水库

Meaning

A large natural or artificial lake used as a source of water supply.

Example

The city built a new reservoir to ensure enough drinking water for its residents.

这座城市建造了一个新的水库，以确保为居民提供足够的饮用水。

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 verb /ˈhezɪteɪt/

hesitate

犹豫

Meaning

to pause before acting; to be uncertain about what to do

Example

Don't hesitate to ask for help.

不要犹豫，随时寻求帮助。

B2 noun/verb rɪˈfɔːm

reform

改革

Meaning

Make changes in (something, typically a social, political, or economic institution or practice) in order to improve it.

Example

Reform in the education system was a priority.

教育系统的改革是优先事项。

B2 adjective /ˈluː.nər/

Lunar

月球的

Meaning

relating to the moon; of or concerning the moon

Example

The lunar eclipse was visible last night.

月食昨晚可见。

B2 noun /ˈtɔːr.ment/

Torment

折磨; 痛苦

Meaning

severe physical or mental suffering; extreme pain or anguish

Example

The prisoner endured years of torment in solitary confinement.

囚犯在单独监禁中忍受了多年的折磨。

B2 noun /ˈspəʊkspɜːrsən/

spokesperson

发言人

Meaning

a person who speaks on behalf of others or an organization

Example

The spokesperson addressed the press conference on behalf of the company.

发言人代表公司在新闻发布会上发言。

B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈwɛlm/

overwhelm

Meaning

to overpower someone emotionally or physically; to be too much to handle

Example

She was overwhelmed with gratitude after receiving the help.

B2 verb kəˈlaɪd

collide

碰撞, 撞击

Meaning

Hit with force when moving; come into conflict or opposition.

Example

The two cars collided at the intersection.

两辆车在交叉口相撞。

B2 noun /ˈtrʌmpɪt/

Trumpet

喇叭

Meaning

a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; military signal instrument

Example

The soldier played the trumpet to signal the troops.

士兵吹响了喇叭，向部队发出信号。

B2 noun /ˈmeɪər/

mayor

市长

Meaning

The elected head of a city, town, or municipality.

Example

The mayor announced a new policy to improve public transport.

市长宣布了一项新政策，以改善公共交通。

B2 verb /ˈpenɪtreɪt/

penetrate

穿透

Meaning

to go into or through something; to understand something deeply

Example

The bullet penetrated the wall.

子弹穿透了墙壁。

B2 verb ˈfɔːr.mjə.leɪt

formulate

制定

Meaning

To create or develop a plan or idea clearly and specifically, to construct an idea or strategy clearly.

Example

The company must formulate a strategy for expansion.

公司必须制定扩展策略。

B2 verb /ɪnˈsɜːrt/

insert

插入

Meaning

to put or place something into something else

Example

Please insert the key into the lock.

请将钥匙插入锁孔。

B2 noun /truːp/

Troop

队伍

Meaning

a group of soldiers; military personnel organized as a unit

Example

The troop marched in formation across the parade ground.

队伍在游行场上列队行进。

B2 verb /ɪnˈdeɪndʒər/

endanger

危及

Meaning

To put someone or something at risk or in danger.

Example

Cutting down forests can endanger many species of animals.

砍伐森林可能会使许多物种面临危险。

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 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 noun /ˈlænd.lɔːrd/

Landlord

房东

Meaning

a man who rents out land, a building, or accommodation; a male property owner

Example

The landlord agreed to fix the broken heating system before winter arrived.

房东同意在冬天到来之前修理坏掉的暖气系统。

B2 verb /ɪˈkwɪp/

equip

装备

Meaning

to provide someone or something with the necessary items or skills for a task

Example

The school equipped its students with modern technology.

学校为学生配备了现代科技。

B2 noun, verb /stɛm/

stem

茎 / 遏制

Meaning

Noun: The main stalk of a plant. Verb: To stop or restrict the flow or development of something.

Example

The gardener cut the stem of the rose; New policies aim to stem the flow of pollution.

园丁剪下了玫瑰的茎；新政策旨在遏制污染的流动。

B2 adjective /kəʊˈhɪə.rənt/

coherent

连贯

Meaning

Logical and consistent; forming a unified whole; clear and easy to understand.

Example

His speech was clear and coherent.

他的演讲清晰且连贯。

B2 noun /ˈspɛk.tə.kəl/

spectacle

景象

Meaning

An impressive display or performance for viewers.

Example

The fireworks created a breathtaking spectacle in the night sky.

烟花在夜空中创造了一个惊人的景象。

B2 verb /ˈnɒmɪneɪt/

nominate

提名

Meaning

to propose someone for a position or award

Example

The committee decided to nominate her for the award.

委员会决定提名她获得奖项。

B2 adjective /ˈslɪp.ər.i/

Slippery

湿滑的

Meaning

smooth and difficult to hold; causing sliding or slipping

Example

The wet floor was very slippery after cleaning.

清洁后地板非常湿滑。

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 /səˈspɛnʃən/

suspension

停赛

Meaning

The act of temporarily stopping something; also refers to a system in vehicles that absorbs shock.

Example

The player received a three-game suspension for misconduct.

该球员因不当行为被禁赛三场。

B2 noun /mɪθ/

myth

神话

Meaning

A traditional story explaining natural or social phenomena, often involving supernatural beings; a widely held but false belief.

Example

The myth of the phoenix tells of a bird reborn from its ashes.

凤凰的神话讲述了一只从灰烬中重生的鸟。

B2 verb/adjective /ɑːrˈtɪkjʊlət/

articulate

Meaning

to express thoughts or ideas clearly; having the ability to speak fluently and clearly

Example

She was able to articulate her ideas during the meeting.

B2 noun ˈneɪʧər ɪnˈθjuːziæsts

Nature Enthusiasts

自然爱好者

Meaning

People who have a passionate interest in and love for the natural world and outdoor activities.

Example

Nature enthusiasts often visit Sajek Valley for its scenic beauty.

自然爱好者常常前往萨杰克山谷，欣赏其美丽的景色。

B2 noun /ˌmɛθəˈdɑlədʒi/

methodology

方法论

Meaning

A system of methods used in a particular area of study or activity.

Example

The research was conducted using a new methodology.

这项研究是使用新方法论进行的。

B2 noun /ˈpæntri/

pantry

储藏室

Meaning

A small room or cupboard where food, dishes, and kitchen supplies are stored.

Example

She stocked the pantry with fresh groceries for the week.

她用新鲜的杂货为这周装满了储藏室。

B2 adjective /səbˈstæn.ʃəl/

Substantial

实质的; 相当的; 重要的

Meaning

large in size, amount, or importance; considerable; significant

Example

There was a substantial increase in sales this quarter.

本季度销售量有了显著增加。

B2 verb ˈɪmplɪmentɪd

implemented

实施

Meaning

Put a decision or plan into effect; carried out or executed.

Example

The master plans were partially implemented.

主要计划已部分实施。

B2 adjective /ˈwɪt.i/

Witty

机智的; 有趣的

Meaning

having or showing quick intelligence; amusing in a clever way

Example

Her witty response to the critic's question impressed the entire audience.

她机智的回答让批评者的问题给整个观众留下了深刻的印象。

B2 noun ˈbentʃ.mɑːk

benchmark

基准

Meaning

A standard or point of reference against which things may be compared or assessed.

Example

Sabah Al Ahmad Sea City sets a benchmark in sustainability.

萨巴赫·阿尔·艾哈迈德海港城市在可持续性方面设立了基准。

B2 adjective /ˈɡrædʒuˌeɪtɪd/

graduated

刻度 / 分级的

Meaning

Arranged in steps, levels, or stages; having completed a course of study and received a degree

Example

The scientist used a graduated cylinder to measure the liquid precisely.

科学家使用了一个刻度量筒来精确地测量液体。

B2 adjective /esˈθet.ɪk/

Aesthetic

审美的

Meaning

Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty.

Example

Good aesthetic design enhances product appeal.

良好的审美设计提升产品吸引力。

B2 verb /blʌf/

bluff

Meaning

to deceive someone by pretending to have strength, knowledge, or resources that one does not actually possess

Example

He tried to bluff his way into the exclusive club.

B2 noun /dʒet/

Jet

喷气式飞机

Meaning

a rapid stream of liquid, gas, or flame; an aircraft powered by jet engines

Example

The jet took off smoothly and reached cruising altitude quickly.

这架喷气机平稳起飞，迅速达到了巡航高度。

B2 noun ˈɪndɪkeɪtə

indicator

指标

Meaning

A thing that indicates the state or level of something.

Example

The unemployment rate is a key indicator of economic health.

失业率是经济健康的重要指标。

B2 noun /ˈkæriər/

carrier

承运人

Meaning

A person or thing that carries, transports, or conveys something; also an organization that provides transport services.

Example

The airline is the largest carrier in the country.

航空公司是该国最大的承运人。

B2 noun /ˈɑːftərmɑːθ/

aftermath

后果

Meaning

the consequences or aftereffects of an event or situation, especially a disastrous one

Example

The aftermath of the earthquake was devastating.

地震的后果是毁灭性的。

B2 adverb /ˈtaɪtli/

Tightly

紧紧地；牢牢地

Meaning

in a tight manner; firmly; securely

Example

Hold the rope tightly so you don't fall.

紧握绳子，避免跌倒。

B2 noun /ˈsɜːr.plʌs/

surplus

盈余

Meaning

An amount that is more than what is needed.

Example

The country has a surplus of food this year.

今年该国的食品盈余。

B2 verb /dɪˈmɪnɪʃ/

diminish

Meaning

to make or become less; to reduce in size, importance, or value

Example

Over time, his influence in the company began to diminish.

B2 noun /kənˈvɪk.ʃən/

conviction

信念

Meaning

A firmly held belief or opinion.

Example

She spoke with conviction, making everyone believe her.

她充满信念地说话，使每个人都相信她。

B2 adverb /ˈbɪt.ə.li/

Bitterly

愤怒地; 严重地

Meaning

in an angry, hurt, or resentful way; extremely; severely

Example

She complained bitterly about the unfair treatment.

她对不公平的待遇愤怒地抱怨。

B2 noun /pætʃ/

Patch

补丁

Meaning

a small piece of material used to mend a hole; a small area of something different

Example

She sewed a patch over the hole in her jeans.

她在她的牛仔裤上的洞上缝了一个补丁。

B2 verb /ˈtɛstəfaɪ/

testify

作证

Meaning

to make a statement or declaration under oath or to give evidence

Example

She was called to testify in court about the accident.

她被叫到法庭作证，关于那起事故。

B2 noun /ˈkɪdni/

Kidney

肾脏

Meaning

either of a pair of organs that filter waste products from the blood and produce urine

Example

Drinking plenty of water helps keep your kidneys healthy.

喝足够的水有助于保持肾脏健康。

B2 noun, 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, noun, adjective /baʊnd/

bound

有界的 / 受限的

Meaning

To move with large strides or jumps; also refers to being tied, limited, or certain.

Example

The dog bounded across the field with joy.

狗带着快乐跳过了田野。

B2 adjective /ˈpæʃənət/

passionate

热情的

Meaning

showing or caused by strong feelings or a strong belief

Example

He is passionate about environmental conservation.

他对环境保护充满热情。

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 adjective/noun /staʊt/

stout

强壮 / 粗壮

Meaning

Strong, thick, or heavily built; also a kind of dark beer

Example

The stout man lifted the heavy box with ease.

这个强壮的男人轻松地举起了沉重的箱子。

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 noun /hʌb/

hub

中心

Meaning

the central part of a place or activity where things converge

Example

The city is the hub of the country's trade network.

这座城市是该国贸易网络的中心。

B2 noun (plural) /ˈɑːrtɪˌfæks/

artifacts

文物

Meaning

objects made by humans, often of historical or cultural importance

Example

Archaeologists discovered valuable artifacts in the ruins.

考古学家在废墟中发现了宝贵的文物。

B2 adjective; past participle /ˈɒnəd/

honoured

感到荣幸的

Meaning

treated with respect or distinction; feeling proud and privileged

Example

She felt deeply honoured to receive the award.

她因获得这个奖项而感到非常荣幸。

B2 noun /ˈset.əl.mənt/

Settlement

定居; 协议

Meaning

a place where people establish a community; an agreement that ends a dispute

Example

The early settlement was built near the river for easy access to water.

早期的定居点建在河边，方便取水。

B2 noun /fɪst/

Fist

拳头; 拳击

Meaning

a person's hand when the fingers are bent in toward the palm and held there tightly

Example

He raised his fist in victory after winning the championship match.

他在赢得冠军比赛后举起了拳头。

B2 noun /ˈpærɪʃ/

parish

教区

Meaning

A local church community or the area served by a parish church.

Example

The parish gathered for Sunday service.

教区成员为周日的服务聚集在一起。

B2 adjective /pɪˈkjuː.li.ər/

Peculiar

奇怪的; 异常的; 稀有的

Meaning

strange or odd; unusual; belonging exclusively to

Example

She has a peculiar way of speaking.

她有一种奇怪的说话方式。

B2 noun /ˈbjʊəroʊ/

bureau

办事处/机构

Meaning

An office or agency that provides services or manages specific duties.

Example

The travel bureau helped them plan their vacation.

旅游局帮助他们规划假期。

B2 adjective /keɪˈɒtɪk/

Chaotic

混乱的; 无秩序的

Meaning

in a state of complete confusion and disorder

Example

The situation became chaotic after the announcement.

情况在公告后变得混乱。

B2 noun /leɪs/

Lace

花边

Meaning

a delicate fabric made of yarn or thread in an open weblike pattern; a cord or string for fastening

Example

She wore a beautiful dress decorated with intricate lace patterns.

她穿着一件精美的衣服，装饰着复杂的花边图案。

B2 adjective /ˈvɜːrtɪkl/

vertical

垂直

Meaning

Standing or pointing straight up; perpendicular to the ground.

Example

The skyscraper has a perfectly vertical design.

这座摩天大楼有一个完美的垂直设计。

B2 noun /ˈdɔː.weɪ/

doorway

门口

Meaning

the space where a door opens into a room or building

Example

She stood in the doorway waiting for him to arrive.

她站在门口，等待他的到来。

B2 noun /ˈdiː.sən.si/

Decency

体面

Meaning

behavior that conforms to accepted standards of morality or respectability

Example

She had the decency to apologize for her mistake immediately.

她有体面，立即为她的错误道歉。

B2 noun /klɔː/

Claw

爪子

Meaning

sharp curved nail on the foot of an animal or bird

Example

The cat extended its sharp claws to climb the tree.

猫伸出锋利的爪子爬上了树。

B2 noun /ˈraɪdər/

rider

骑手

Meaning

A person who rides a horse, bicycle, motorcycle, or other vehicle.

Example

The rider fell off the horse.

骑手从马背上摔了下来。

B2 verb /ˈstræŋɡəl/

strangle

Meaning

to kill or stop someone or something by squeezing the throat or restricting flow

Example

The villain tried to strangle his opponent in the dark alley.

B2 noun /ˌriː.ɪnˈfɔːrs.mənt/

reinforcement

强化

Meaning

Strengthening or supporting something, especially behavior or learning.

Example

Positive reinforcement helps in learning.

积极的强化有助于学习。

B2 noun, verb /ˈɑːrkaɪv/

fibre

纤维

Meaning

A thread or filament from which a vegetable tissue, mineral substance, or textile is formed; dietary material that aids digestion.

Example

Eating foods rich in fibre can improve your digestion.

食用富含纤维的食物可以改善消化。

B2 adverb /ˈsoʊlli/

solely

仅仅

Meaning

only; not involving anyone or anything else

Example

He is solely responsible for the decision.

他完全对这个决定负责。

B2 noun /ˈnæp.kɪn/

Nap Kin

餐巾

Meaning

a piece of cloth or paper used for wiping the mouth and hands while eating

Example

She placed the napkin on her lap before starting dinner.

她在开始吃晚餐前，把餐巾放在了自己的膝盖上。

B2 noun /ˈskuːtər/

scooter

滑板车

Meaning

a small two-wheeled vehicle powered by an engine or electricity

Example

She rides a scooter to work every day.

她每天骑滑板车去上班。

B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.ə.nəs/

Lioness

母狮

Meaning

an adult female lion

Example

The fierce lioness protected her cubs from danger.

那只凶猛的母狮保护着她的小狮子免受危险。

B2 adverb /ˈiːɡərli/

Eagerly

急切地; 怀着强烈的愿望

Meaning

with keen interest or enthusiasm; with great desire

Example

The children eagerly waited for the holiday to begin.

孩子们急切地等待假期的开始。

B2 verb /ˈtɪkəl/

Tickle

挠痒

Meaning

to touch someone lightly to make them laugh; to amuse or please

Example

The feather tickles when it touches your skin.

羽毛触碰到你的皮肤时会发痒。

B2 adjective /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪdʒd/

disadvantaged

贫困

Meaning

Lacking the basic resources or conditions needed for a good standard of living or equal opportunities.

Example

The program provides support to disadvantaged children.

该计划为贫困儿童提供支持。

B2 noun ɪnˈtɛɡrɪti

integrity

完整性

Meaning

The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.

Example

Teachers' integrity fosters a positive learning environment.

教师的完整性促进了积极的学习环境。

B2 noun /ˌɛdɪˈtɔːriəl/

editorial

社论

Meaning

A newspaper article expressing the opinion of the editor or publisher.

Example

The newspaper published an editorial criticizing government policy.

报纸发布了一篇批评政府政策的社论。

B2 verb, noun /ɡrɪn/

grin

露出牙齿笑，通常是开心的笑

Meaning

to smile broadly, often showing teeth

Example

She grinned happily at the good news.

她高兴地露出牙齿笑着听到好消息。

B2 adjective /ˈded.li/

Deadly

致命的; 死亡的; 危险的

Meaning

causing or able to cause death; extremely dangerous; lethal

Example

The deadly poison killed the plant instantly.

致命的毒药立即杀死了这株植物。

B2 adjective + noun əˈdæptɪv ˈfiːtʃərz

adaptive features

适应性特征

Meaning

Characteristics that help organisms adjust to their environment

Example

Plants' adaptive features help them grow in winter.

植物的适应性特征帮助它们在冬季生长。

B2 adjective ˈɡluːmi

gloomy

阴沉

Meaning

Dark or poorly lit; depressing or pessimistic.

Example

The atmosphere suddenly turned gloomy.

气氛突然变得阴沉。

B2 noun /ˌkɔːriˈændər/

Coriander

香菜

Meaning

aromatic herb with feathery leaves used for flavoring food; also refers to the seeds used as spice

Example

Fresh coriander leaves are sprinkled on top of the curry.

新鲜的香菜叶撒在咖喱上。

B2 adjective /stəˈtɪstɪkəl/

statistical

统计的

Meaning

relating to the use or analysis of numerical data

Example

The report provides statistical data about population growth.

报告提供了有关人口增长的统计数据。

B2 noun /ˈblæk.smɪθ/

Blacksmith

铁匠

Meaning

a person who makes and repairs things made of iron

Example

The blacksmith hammered the hot iron into a horseshoe.

铁匠把热铁打成了马蹄铁。

B2 noun; verb /ˈkætəlɒɡ/

catalogue

Meaning

a complete list of items, typically one in alphabetical or systematic order; to make a systematic list of items

Example

The library decided to catalogue all new books digitally.

图书馆决定以数字方式编目所有新书。

B2 noun, verb /ˈrætəl/

rattle

嘎啦作响；拨浪鼓

Meaning

to make a rapid series of short, sharp sounds; a device or object that makes such a sound

Example

The loose window began to rattle in the strong wind.

在强风中，松动的窗户嘎啦作响。

B2 adverb /ˈɜːrdʒəntli/

urgently

紧急地

Meaning

in a way that requires immediate attention or action

Example

The patient urgently needs medical attention.

病人紧急地需要医疗救助。

B2 noun /wɪt/

Wit

机智

Meaning

mental sharpness and inventiveness; keen intelligence; a natural aptitude for using words in a clever and amusing way

Example

She has a sharp wit and quick sense of humor.

她有敏锐的智慧和快速的幽默感。

B2 noun /ˈfaʊn.tən/

Fountain

喷泉

Meaning

a natural spring of water; an artificial structure from which water flows

Example

The fountain in the park attracts many visitors.

公园里的喷泉吸引了许多游客。

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 adjective /əˈpærənt/

apparent

显而易见

Meaning

Clearly visible or understood; obvious.

Example

It soon became apparent that he was not telling the truth.

很快就变得显而易见，他没有说实话。

B2 verb /ˈdɒmɪneɪt/

dominate

主导

Meaning

to have power or control over something or someone

Example

The company dominates the smartphone market.

这家公司主导了智能手机市场。

B2 noun, verb /ˈɪnstɪˌtjuːt/

institute

学院

Meaning

as a noun, an organization founded for a specific purpose; as a verb, to establish or initiate

Example

The university decided to institute new rules for the library.

大学决定为图书馆制定新规则。

B2 noun /ˈʃəʊ.keɪs/

showcase

展示柜，吸引或有利地展示某物

Meaning

A display case or exhibition; to present something in an attractive or favorable way.

Example

The exhibition showcased the artist's best works.

展览展示了艺术家的最佳作品。

B2 noun /reɪdʒ/

rage

愤怒

Meaning

intense anger or fury

Example

She shouted in a fit of rage after hearing the news.

她听到消息后在愤怒中大喊。

B2 noun /ˈskʌlp.tər/

Sculptor

雕塑家

Meaning

an artist who creates sculptures by carving, modeling, or shaping materials

Example

The sculptor spent months creating a beautiful marble statue.

雕塑家花了几个月时间制作一座美丽的大理石雕像。

B2 noun/adjective /ˈbʌmpər/

bumper

保险杠

Meaning

A protective bar at the front or back of a vehicle; also used to describe something unusually large or successful.

Example

The farmer celebrated a bumper harvest this year.

农民今年庆祝了一个丰收的年份。

B2 noun /ˌɪnsɪˈkjʊərɪti/

insecurity

不安全感

Meaning

lack of confidence or assurance; a state of uncertainty or vulnerability

Example

Her insecurity made her doubt her abilities despite her experience.

她的不安全感让她怀疑自己的能力。

B2 noun əˌkjuː.mjəˈleɪ.ʃən

accumulation

积累

Meaning

The gradual gathering or collecting of something over time.

Example

The accumulation of dust affects appliance efficiency.

灰尘的积累影响家用电器的效率。

B2 noun /ˈkætəlɔːɡ/

catalog

Meaning

a complete list of items, typically arranged systematically

Example

The library provides an online catalog of all available books.

图书馆提供所有可用书籍的在线目录。

B2 noun /dɪˈstɪŋk.ʃən/

Distinction

优异; 卓越; 荣誉

Meaning

a difference or contrast between similar things; excellence that sets someone apart; honor or recognition

Example

She graduated with distinction, earning the highest honors in her class.

她以优异的成绩毕业，获得了班级最高荣誉。

B2 verb /rɪˈteɪn/

retain

保持

Meaning

to keep possession of something

Example

The company decided to retain its experienced employees.

公司决定保留其经验丰富的员工。