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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 /ɪmˈpɪəriəl/

imperial

帝国的
Meaning
Relating to an empire or emperor; having supreme authority.
Example
The imperial palace was a symbol of the emperor's power.
帝国宫殿是皇帝权力的象征。
B2 adjective /ˈruː.mi/

Roomy

宽敞的; 有很多空间的
Meaning
spacious; having a lot of room
Example
The apartment is very roomy with spacious bedrooms.
公寓非常宽敞，拥有宽大的卧室。
B2 noun ˈɡrævɪti

gravity

重力
Meaning
The force that attracts a body toward the center of the earth, or toward any other physical body having mass.
Example
Gravity pulls objects towards the Earth's surface.
重力将物体吸引到地球表面。
B2 adjective /dɪˈsaɪsɪv/

decisive

决定性
Meaning
Having the ability to make decisions quickly and effectively; determining the outcome.
Example
Her decisive action saved the company from collapse.
她的决定性行动挽救了公司免于崩溃。
B2 noun /ˈkæp.sɪ.kəm/

Capsicum

甜椒
Meaning
sweet pepper; bell pepper; colorful vegetable used in cooking
Example
Add red and green capsicum to make the dish colorful and nutritious.
加入红色和绿色的甜椒，使菜肴既色彩丰富又营养丰富。
B2 adverb /səˈpəʊzɪdli/

supposedly

据说
Meaning
used to show that something is believed or claimed to be true, though it may not be
Example
He is supposedly the best player on the team.
据说他是队里最好的球员。
B2 noun /laɪm/

Lime

青柠
Meaning
a small green citrus fruit with acidic juice
Example
Add a slice of lime to your drink.
在你的饮料中加入一片青柠。
B2 verb /skwiːz/

squeeze

挤压
Meaning
to press something firmly, especially from all sides in order to extract or compress it
Example
She squeezed the toothpaste to get the last bit.
她挤压牙膏管，想把最后一点挤出来。
B2 noun /ɪnˈdʒɛkʃən/

injection

Meaning
the act of introducing a substance into the body through a needle
Example
The nurse gave me an injection to prevent the infection.
B2 adverb /wɛərˈbaɪ/

whereby

通过
Meaning
by which; because of which
Example
The company agreed to a contract whereby it would pay the penalty.
公司同意了一份合同，通过它将支付罚款。
B2 adjective /ˈstʌdid/

studied

深思熟虑
Meaning
carefully considered, deliberate, or planned
Example
Her response was calm and studied, not impulsive.
她的回答冷静而深思熟虑，非冲动。
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 verb /kənˈveɪ/

convey

传达, 沟通, 运输
Meaning
To communicate or make known; to transport or carry from one place to another.
Example
The teacher conveys the lesson clearly to students.
老师清楚地把课程传达给学生。
B2 adjective /ʃɪər/

Sheer

完全的; 绝对的; 透明的; 非常陡峭
Meaning
complete; absolute; transparent; very steep
Example
It was sheer luck that we found the place.
这是纯粹的运气，我们找到了这个地方。
B2 adjective /ˌærəˈmætɪk/

aromatic

芳香的
Meaning
Having a pleasant and distinctive smell.
Example
The chef used aromatic herbs to flavor the dish.
厨师使用芳香的草药来调味这道菜。
B2 noun /kəˈrɪz.mə/

charisma

个人魅力
Meaning
Compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others.
Example
His charisma helped him become a great leader.
他的个人魅力帮助他成为一位伟大的领导者。
B2 noun /ˈsɑːrdʒənt/

sergeant

中士
Meaning
A rank of non-commissioned officer in the armed forces or police.
Example
The sergeant gave orders to the soldiers before the mission.
中士在任务前向士兵发出命令。
B2 verb /wɛd/

wed

结婚
Meaning
to marry someone; to enter into a marriage
Example
They decided to wed in a small ceremony by the beach.
他们决定在海滩举行一个小型婚礼。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈkwɒl.ɪ.faɪd/

Unqualified

不合格的; 无资格的;
Meaning
not having the necessary skills or qualifications; complete or absolute
Example
He was unqualified for the engineering position due to lack of experience.
他因缺乏经验而不适合这个工程职位。
B2 verb /əbˈteɪn/

obtain

获得
Meaning
to get or acquire something
Example
You need to obtain a visa before traveling abroad.
你需要在出国前获得签证。
B2 adjective /prəˈdʌk.tɪv/

Productive

高效的
Meaning
efficient; yielding good results; fruitful
Example
Working from home has made me more productive than ever before.
在家工作让我比以往更高效。
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 adjective /bɪˈlʌvɪd/

beloved

心爱
Meaning
dearly loved, highly regarded
Example
She was the beloved queen of the kingdom.
她是王国中深受喜爱的女王。
B2 verb /əˈstaʊnd/

astound

使震惊
Meaning
to greatly surprise or amaze someone
Example
The magician's final trick astounded the audience.
魔术师的最后一个把戏使观众震惊。
B2 adverb /ˈsɒftli/

softly

轻声或平静地
Meaning
in a gentle or quiet way.
Example
She spoke softly so as not to wake the baby.
她轻声说话以免吵醒宝宝。
B2 noun /ˈmɒdjuːl/

module

模块
Meaning
a self-contained unit of a course or system, typically part of a larger whole
Example
The module on machine learning was difficult but informative.
机器学习的模块很难，但很有信息量。
B2 noun /ˈdiː.lɪŋ/

Dealing

交易; 对待; 事务处理
Meaning
business transactions; the way of treating people or handling situations
Example
His fair dealing with customers earned him an excellent reputation.
他与客户的公平交易为他赢得了极好的声誉。
B2 adjective /ˈneɪ.bər.ɪŋ/

Neighbouring

邻近的; 相邻的; 邻接的
Meaning
situated next to or very near; adjacent; bordering
Example
We often visit our neighbouring countries for trade.
我们经常访问我们的邻国进行贸易。
B2 adjective /ˈtʃʌbi/

chubby

圆润
Meaning
slightly fat in a way that looks healthy and pleasant
Example
The baby has chubby cheeks.
宝宝有圆润的脸颊。
B2 noun /ˈdreɪ.nɪdʒ/

drainage

排水
Meaning
the system or process by which water or other liquids are drained away
Example
Poor drainage caused flooding in the neighborhood.
糟糕的排水系统导致了邻里的洪水。
B2 noun /ˈɪm.pʌls/

Impulse

冲动; 突然的欲望
Meaning
a sudden strong and unreflective urge or desire to act; a driving force or motivation
Example
She bought the expensive dress on impulse and later regretted the purchase.
她冲动购买了那件昂贵的衣服，后来对这笔购买感到后悔。
B2 noun ˈɒksɪdʒən prəˈdʌkʃən

oxygen production

氧气生产
Meaning
The process of generating oxygen through photosynthesis or other means.
Example
Plants are vital for oxygen production and the maintenance of life.
植物对于氧气生产和维持生命至关重要。
B2 noun /ˈkæʃuː nʌts/

Cashew nuts

腰果
Meaning
kidney-shaped nuts from the cashew tree, commonly eaten as snacks or used in cooking
Example
Cashew nuts are often used in Indian sweets and curries.
腰果常用于印度的甜点和咖喱中。
B2 adjective /ˈædvɜːrs/

Adverse

不利的; 负面的; 有害的
Meaning
harmful; unfavorable; opposing; negative
Example
The adverse weather conditions forced them to cancel the event.
恶劣的天气条件迫使他们取消了活动。
B2 noun /ˈep.ɪk/

Epic

史诗
Meaning
a long poem telling of heroic deeds; something heroic or grand in scale
Example
The Iliad is one of the most famous epics in world literature.
《伊利亚特》是世界文学中最著名的史诗之一。
B2 verb /kloʊð/

clothe

穿衣
Meaning
to put clothes on; to dress; to provide with clothing
Example
She clothed the baby in warm garments.
她把宝宝穿上了温暖的衣服。
B2 verb /skoʊld/

scold

责骂
Meaning
to criticize angrily; to rebuke
Example
The teacher scolded the students for being late.
老师因为学生迟到而责骂他们。
B2 adjective /ˈnoʊtɪsəbl/

noticeable

显著的
Meaning
Easily seen, observed, or recognized.
Example
There was a noticeable improvement in her performance.
她的表现有了显著的改善。
B2 adjective /ˈlætər/

latter

第二个
Meaning
the second of two people or things mentioned
Example
Between tea and coffee, I prefer the latter.
在茶和咖啡之间，我更喜欢第二个。
B2 noun /ɡreɪv/

Grave

坟墓
Meaning
a hole dug in the ground to receive a coffin; a place of burial; serious or solemn
Example
The family visited the grave of their beloved grandfather every Sunday.
每周日，家人都会去探访他们心爱的祖父的坟墓。
B2 adjective /ˈhoʊmli/

Homely

简单舒适；没有虚饰；外表朴素；温馨亲切
Meaning
simple and comfortable; unpretentious; plain in appearance; cozy and familiar
Example
She enjoyed the homely atmosphere of the small café.
她喜欢那个小咖啡馆的温馨氛围。
B2 adjective ˈkɒɡnɪtɪv

cognitive

认知的
Meaning
Related to mental processes of perception, memory, judgment, and reasoning.
Example
Cognitive functions improve with practice and learning.
认知功能通过练习和学习得到改善。
B2 adjective /ˈɡlɒsi/

glossy

光泽的
Meaning
Shiny and smooth in appearance; attractive on the surface but sometimes lacking depth.
Example
She bought a glossy magazine from the store.
她在商店买了一本光泽的杂志。
B2 noun /ˈsuːpəvaɪzə(r)/

supervisor

监督员
Meaning
a person who manages or directs the work of others
Example
The supervisor checked the progress of each employee.
主管检查了每个员工的进展。
B2 noun /ˈæŋkər/

Anchor

锚
Meaning
a heavy object used to moor a vessel to the sea bottom; a person or thing that provides stability or confidence
Example
The ship dropped its anchor in the harbor.
船只在港口投下了锚。
B2 verb /ɪɡˈzɔːst/

exhaust

耗尽
Meaning
to tire out completely; to use up resources
Example
The long journey exhausted the children.
长时间的旅行耗尽了孩子们的精力。
B2 noun /ˈmʌtn/

Mutton

羊肉
Meaning
meat from an adult sheep; lamb meat
Example
The restaurant serves delicious mutton curry with rice.
餐厅提供美味的羊肉咖喱配米饭。
B2 verb /ˌɪntərˈfɪər/

interfere

幸福
Meaning
to become involved in something that is not your concern; to hinder or obstruct
Example
Parents should not interfere in their children’s personal choices.
她收到奖项时无法掩饰自己的幸福感。
B2 verb /spɛər/

spare

额外给予 / 节省
Meaning
To give something that one has extra of; to refrain from harming or killing.
Example
Could you spare me a few minutes of your time?
你能给我一些你的时间吗？
B2 adjective ˌkɒn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən.əl

constitutional

宪法的
Meaning
Relating to an established set of principles governing a state; in accordance with a political constitution.
Example
Constitutional reforms ensure fairness in the system.
宪法改革确保系统中的公平性。
B2 adjective /ˈæbsəluːt/

absolute

绝对
Meaning
total, complete, or without restriction
Example
The dictator had absolute power over the nation.
独裁者拥有对国家的绝对权力。
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 adverb /ˈbəʊld.li/

Boldly

大胆地; 毫不畏惧
Meaning
in a confident and brave way; without fear
Example
She boldly stepped forward to face the challenge.
她勇敢地迈步向前，迎接挑战。
B2 adjective /dʌm/

Dumb

愚蠢的; 哑的; 傻的
Meaning
unable to speak; silent; lacking intelligence; stupid
Example
She remained dumb during the entire meeting.
她在整个会议中保持沉默。
B2 noun ˌɔː.təˈmeɪ.ʃən

automation

自动化
Meaning
Replacing manual work with machines or software.
Example
Automation increases efficiency and reduces errors in production.
自动化提高了生产效率，并减少了生产中的错误。
B2 adjective /dɪˈprɛst/

depressed

沮喪
Meaning
Feeling very sad and without hope; in a state of unhappiness.
Example
She felt depressed after losing her job.
失去工作後，她感到沮喪。
B2 adjective /ˈklæsɪfaɪd/

classified

机密的；分类的
Meaning
arranged into categories; officially secret or restricted
Example
The report contains classified information and cannot be shared publicly.
这份报告包含机密信息。
B2 adjective /ˈrɪdʒ.ɪd/

Rigid

严格
Meaning
hard and stiff; not able to bend; strict and unwilling to change
Example
The company has a rigid dress code that all employees must follow.
公司有严格的着装要求，所有员工都必须遵守。
B2 adjective /ɪnˈfɔːrmətɪv/

Informative

有教育意义的
Meaning
giving or providing useful information; educational; instructive
Example
The documentary was very informative and educational.
这部纪录片信息量很大，具有教育意义。
B2 adjective, verb (past) /səˈspɛndɪd/

suspended

暂停
Meaning
Temporarily not allowed, stopped, or hanging.
Example
He was suspended from school for a week.
他因为一周被暂停上学。
B2 adjective /ˈhɑːrti/

Hearty

热情友好; 丰富而滋养
Meaning
enthusiastic and friendly; substantial and nourishing
Example
He gave us a hearty welcome when we arrived at his home.
当我们到达他家时，他给了我们热情的欢迎。
B2 adjective məˈriːn

marine

海洋的
Meaning
Of, relating to, or characteristic of the sea; living or growing in the sea.
Example
Marine ecosystems are highly sensitive to human activity.
海洋生态系统对人类活动非常敏感。
B2 noun /ˈwʊd.pek.ər/

Woodpecker

啄木鸟
Meaning
a bird that pecks at tree bark to find insects and create nesting holes
Example
The woodpecker hammered against the oak tree.
啄木鸟敲击橡树。
B2 adjective /prəˈfaʊnd/

profound

深远
Meaning
Very great or intense; having deep insight or understanding.
Example
The speech had a profound impact on the audience.
演讲对听众产生了深远的影响。
B2 verb /siːz/

seize

夺取
Meaning
To take hold of suddenly and forcibly.
Example
The police managed to seize the stolen goods.
警察成功没收了被盗的货物。
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 adjective ɪnˈev.ɪ.tə.bəl

inevitable

不可避免的
Meaning
Certain to happen; unavoidable.
Example
Death is an inevitable part of life.
死亡是生命中不可避免的一部分。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtskɜːrts/

outskirts

城市边缘
Meaning
The outer parts of a town or city, away from the center.
Example
They moved to the outskirts of the city for a quieter life.
他们为了更安静的生活搬到了城市的边缘。
B2 verb /ɪnˈsʌlt/

insult

侮辱
Meaning
to speak or act in a way that hurts someone's feelings or shows disrespect
Example
He felt insulted by her rude comments.
他因她的粗鲁评论而感到被侮辱。
B2 adjective /kəˈrɛspɒndɪŋ/

corresponding

相关的
Meaning
matching or related to something
Example
The corresponding page in the book explains the process in detail.
书中的相关页面详细解释了该过程。
B2 adjective /ˈɔː.rəl/

Oral

口头的；与嘴巴相关的
Meaning
spoken rather than written; relating to the mouth
Example
The oral examination will test your speaking skills.
口头考试将测试你的口语技能。
B2 noun /reɪk/

Rake

耙子
Meaning
a garden tool with a long handle and prongs for gathering leaves; to gather with a rake
Example
He used a rake to gather the fallen autumn leaves.
他用耙子收集掉落的秋天叶子。
B2 adjective, noun, verb /faʊl/

foul

Meaning
offensive to the senses; dirty or unpleasant; in sports, an unfair or illegal act
Example
The player was penalized for committing a foul.
B2 noun /ˈdɛməˌkræt/

democrat

民主党人
Meaning
a supporter of democracy or a member of the Democratic Party in the US
Example
He is a strong democrat who believes in equal rights.
他是一个坚强的民主党人，相信平等的权利。
B2 noun əˈmend.mənts

amendments

修正案
Meaning
Changes or additions made to improve a text, law, or constitution.
Example
Amendments reflect evolving public needs.
修正案反映了不断发展的公共需求。
B2 noun /kəˈmiː.li.ən/

Chameleon

变色龙
Meaning
a lizard that can change color to match its surroundings
Example
The chameleon changed its color from green to brown.
变色龙将颜色从绿色变为棕色。
B2 verb, noun /dɒn/

don

穿上 / 领袖
Meaning
to put on (an article of clothing); also used as a title for a respected person
Example
She donned her coat before leaving.
她在离开前穿上了外套。
B2 adjective /ˈpəʊstwɔːr/

postwar

战后
Meaning
occurring or existing after a war
Example
The postwar period saw significant economic growth.
战后时期见证了显著的经济增长。
B2 adjective /ˈtʌtʃ.ɪŋ/

Touching

感人的; 情感的
Meaning
causing feelings of sympathy or emotion; moving
Example
The touching story brought tears to everyone's eyes.
感人的故事让每个人的眼里都充满了泪水。
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 /ˈmæskjəlɪn/

masculine

男性
Meaning
having qualities traditionally associated with men
Example
He has a deep, masculine voice.
他有着深沉的男性嗓音。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈstɛdi/

unsteady

不稳定的
Meaning
not firm or stable; likely to change or fail
Example
She felt unsteady on her feet after the long journey.
长途旅行后，她感到站立不稳。
B2 noun ˈæk.tɪv rɪˈkɔːl

Active recall

积极回忆
Meaning
A learning technique that involves actively trying to retrieve information from memory rather than passively reviewing material.
Example
Active recall improves long-term memory and retention.
积极回忆改善长期记忆和保持能力。
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 adjective /ˈkwestʃənəbl/

Questionable

可疑的
Meaning
doubtful; dubious; suspicious; open to doubt or suspicion
Example
His questionable business practices led to an investigation.
他的可疑商业行为导致了一项调查。
B2 noun /ˈkʌmbæk/

comeback

东山再起
Meaning
A return to a former status or success after a period of decline.
Example
The singer made a remarkable comeback after years of silence.
歌手在沉默多年后取得了显著的东山再起。
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 noun /ˈleɪbərər/

laborer

工人
Meaning
a person who does physical work, especially work that requires strength rather than skill
Example
The laborer worked long hours at the construction site.
这名工人在建筑工地长时间工作。
B2 adjective /kəmˈpætəbl/

compatible

兼容
Meaning
Able to exist or work together without conflict; harmonious.
Example
This software is compatible with both Windows and Mac systems.
该软件与 Windows 和 Mac 系统兼容。
B2 noun /ˌep.ɪˈdem.ɪk/

Epidemic

流行病
Meaning
a widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community
Example
The flu epidemic affected thousands of people across the country.
流感疫情影响了全国成千上万的人。
B2 noun /ˈpæʃ.ən/

Passion

热情
Meaning
strong enthusiasm or excitement for something; intense emotion or feeling
Example
Her passion for music led her to become a professional singer.
她对音乐的热情促使她成为一名职业歌手。
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 /ˈveɪ.pər/

Vapour

蒸汽
Meaning
a substance in the form of a gas, especially when it has changed from a liquid or solid state
Example
Water vapour rose from the hot pavement after the rain.
水蒸气在雨后从热的路面上升。
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 noun /ɔːˈræŋ.ʊˌtæŋ/

Orang-Outang

猩猩
Meaning
a large arboreal ape with long reddish hair, long arms, and hooked hands and feet, native to Borneo and Sumatra
Example
The orangutan swings gracefully through the forest canopy.
猩猩优雅地穿越森林的树冠。
B2 noun /ˈɪntərvəl/

interval

间隔
Meaning
a period of time between two events or points; a pause or break in activity
Example
There was a short interval between the two performances.
两个表演之间有一个短暂的间隔。
B2 adverb /ɪkˈsplɪsɪtli/

explicitly

明确地
Meaning
in a clear and detailed manner, leaving no room for confusion or doubt
Example
The instructions were explicitly written to avoid any confusion.
指示明确地写出来，以避免任何混淆。
B2 verb /rɪˈtriːv/

retrieve

找回
Meaning
to get something back that was lost or taken; to recover
Example
She managed to retrieve her lost phone from the taxi.
她成功地从出租车中找回了她丢失的手机。
B2 noun /əˈlaʊəns/

Allowance

津贴
Meaning
a sum of money paid regularly to a person; permission to do something
Example
Children receive a weekly allowance for helping with chores.
孩子们每周会因帮助做家务而获得津贴。
B2 verb /prɪˈveɪl/

prevail

占上风
Meaning
To prove more powerful or superior; to be widespread or common.
Example
Justice will always prevail over injustice.
正义总会战胜不公正。
B2 noun /ˈsteɪdiəm/

stadium

Meaning
a large structure with seating for sports, concerts, or other events
Example
Thousands of fans filled the stadium to watch the final match.
B2 noun /ˈfjʊr.i/

Fury

狂怒或暴力愤怒;
Meaning
wild or violent anger; extreme intensity of emotion or activity
Example
His fury was evident when he discovered someone had stolen his bicycle.
当他发现有人偷走了他的自行车时，他的愤怒显而易见。
B2 noun /ˈɡlæm.ər/

Glamour

魅力; 吸引力; 魅惑;
Meaning
an attractive or exciting quality that makes certain people or things seem appealing; alluring charm
Example
The glamour of Hollywood attracted young actors from around the world.
好莱坞的魅力吸引了世界各地的年轻演员。
B2 adjective /ˈhɑːrmləs/

Harmless

无害的; 无辜的; 安全的
Meaning
not able or likely to cause harm; innocent; safe
Example
The snake looks dangerous but it's actually harmless.
蛇看起来很危险，但它实际上是无害的。
B2 noun /ʌnˈkɒnʃəsnəs/

unconsciousness

无意识
Meaning
the state of being unaware of and unable to respond to one's surroundings
Example
After the accident, he was in a state of unconsciousness for several hours.
事故后，他昏迷了几个小时。
B2 noun /ˈæplɪkənt/

applicant

申请者
Meaning
a person who applies for something, such as a job or a position
Example
The applicant was interviewed for the position.
申请者已被面试以获取该职位。
B2 noun /ˌrezəˈveɪʃən/

Reservation

预订
Meaning
the action of reserving something; an arrangement whereby something is reserved for a particular person; a qualification to an expression of agreement or approval
Example
I made a reservation at the restaurant for tonight.
我为今晚在餐厅做了一个预定。
B2 noun ˌspɛk.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən

speculation

投机
Meaning
Investment in stocks, property, or other ventures in the hope of gain but with the risk of loss.
Example
Stock market speculation can lead to high volatility.
股市投机可能导致高波动性。
B2 adverb /əˈproʊpriətli/

appropriately

恰当地
Meaning
in a way that is suitable or proper for a particular situation
Example
She was dressed appropriately for the event.
她为活动穿着得体。
B2 verb /ˈdɪkteɪt/

dictate

口述
Meaning
to say words aloud for someone to write down; to give orders
Example
The boss dictates letters to his secretary.
老板给他的秘书口述信件。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtlet/

outlet

出口
Meaning
a means by which something is released, expressed, or distributed
Example
Art is a great outlet for emotions.
艺术是情感的一个极好的出口。
B2 noun /ˈtɛrərɪst/

terrorist

恐怖分子
Meaning
a person who uses violence or threats to intimidate or coerce, especially for political purposes
Example
The terrorist was arrested by the police after the attack.
恐怖分子在袭击后被警察逮捕。
B2 noun /rɪˈfjuː.zəl/

Refusal

拒绝; 拒绝接受
Meaning
the act of saying no to something or not accepting something
Example
His refusal to cooperate made the project more difficult.
他拒绝合作让项目变得更难。
B2 noun /ˈstɑːrt.ʌp/

startup

初创企业
Meaning
A newly established business, especially a small technology or business company that is just beginning operations.
Example
The startup secured funding from investors.
这家初创公司获得了投资者的资金。
B2 adverb /ɪkˈskluːsɪvli/

exclusively

专门
Meaning
only; not shared with others
Example
This service is available exclusively to premium members.
此服务仅限于高级会员。
B2 adjective /ˌmænˈmeɪd/

manmade

人造的
Meaning
something created or built by humans rather than occurring naturally
Example
This lake is manmade, not natural.
这个湖是人造的，不是自然的。
B2 adjective /ˈhoʊl.səm/

Wholesome

有益健康的; 促进身体或道德福祉的
Meaning
conducive to or promoting moral or physical well-being; healthy
Example
Eating wholesome food is important for good health.
吃健康的食物对保持良好的健康很重要。
B2 noun səˈsteɪnəbl dɪˈvɛləpmənt

Sustainable Development

可持续发展
Meaning
Development that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
Example
Eco-tourism contributes to sustainable development in local communities.
生态旅游有助于当地社区的可持续发展。
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 adjective /ɪˈmætʃʊr/

Immature

不成熟; 未完全发展; 幼稚
Meaning
not fully developed; lacking emotional or intellectual development; childish
Example
His immature behavior during the meeting disappointed everyone.
他在会议中的不成熟行为让大家都很失望。