B2 verb /bræɡ/

brag

吹嘘

Meaning

to talk proudly about oneself or one's achievements in an annoying way

Example

He always brags about his expensive car.

他总是夸耀自己昂贵的车。

B2 noun /ˈjuː.sɪdʒ/

Usage

使用

Meaning

the action of using something; the way in which words are used in a language

Example

The dictionary explains the correct usage of difficult words.

词典解释了难词的正确用法。

B2 verb /ˈræm.bəl/

ramble

Meaning

to talk or write at length in a confused or inconsequential way; to walk for pleasure without a fixed route.

Example

He rambled on about his childhood for hours.

B2 noun /əˈpɒstrəfi/

apostrophe

Meaning

A punctuation mark (') used to indicate possession or the omission of letters or numbers.

Example

You need an apostrophe in the word 'children’s'.

B2 noun məˈmɔːriəl

memorial

纪念碑

Meaning

A structure or building made to remind people of a person or event.

Example

Thousands gather at the National Memorial.

成千上万的人聚集在国家纪念碑前。

B2 verb /dɪˈmɒlɪʃ/

demolish

拆除

Meaning

to destroy completely, especially a building or structure

Example

The city decided to demolish the old stadium to build a new one.

这座城市决定拆除旧体育场，建造一个新的。

B2 verb /ˈpɛrɪʃ/

perish

死去

Meaning

To die, especially in a sudden or violent way.

Example

Many soldiers perished in the war.

许多士兵在战争中死去。

B2 noun /pænt/

Pant

裤子

Meaning

a piece of clothing worn on the lower body covering each leg separately

Example

She bought a new pair of pants for the party.

她为派对买了一条新裤子。

B2 adjective dɪsˈrʌp.tɪv

disruptive

破坏性的, 使不稳定的

Meaning

Causing or tending to cause disruption.

Example

Deforestation has a disruptive effect on wildlife.

森林砍伐对野生动物有破坏性影响。

B2 noun /bluːz/

blues

蓝调

Meaning

a feeling of sadness; a style of music with melancholy themes

Example

Listening to blues music always calms him down.

听蓝调音乐总是让他平静下来。

B2 verb /ˈɔːθəraɪz/

authorize

授权

Meaning

to give official permission or approval for something

Example

The manager will authorize the payment tomorrow.

经理明天将授权付款。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.tər/

counter

柜台

Meaning

a flat surface in a shop, bank, or kitchen where transactions or work are done

Example

The cashier stood behind the counter.

收银员站在柜台后面。

B2 verb /ɪnˈhæns/

enhance

提升

Meaning

to improve the quality, value, or extent of something

Example

The new features will enhance the user experience.

新的功能将提升用户体验。

B2 noun/verb /briːtʃ/

breach

违反

Meaning

A violation or breaking of a law, agreement, or code of conduct; an act of breaking or failing to observe a law, agreement, or code of conduct.

Example

The company faced a breach of data security.

该公司面临数据安全的违反。

B2 noun /ˈɔɪ.stər/

Oyster

生蚝

Meaning

a type of shellfish that can be eaten and sometimes contains pearls

Example

She ordered fresh oysters at the seafood restaurant.

她在海鲜餐厅点了新鲜的生蚝。

B2 noun /ˈkɒmənˌtɛri/

commentary

Meaning

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

Example

The professor's commentary on the novel was insightful.

教授对小说的评论非常有见地。

B2 noun, verb /kjuːb/

cube

立方体

Meaning

As a noun: a solid object with six equal square faces. As a verb: to cut food into small square pieces.

Example

She put a sugar cube in her tea.

她把一块糖放进了她的茶里。

B2 adverb /ʌnˈkɒnʃəsli/

unconsciously

无意识地

Meaning

without being aware of one's actions or surroundings

Example

She unconsciously tapped her foot to the rhythm of the music.

她无意识地跟着音乐的节奏轻轻跺脚。

B2 verb /pəˈzɛs/

possess

拥有 / 拥有

Meaning

To have or own something; to hold a quality or characteristic.

Example

She possesses great talent in music.

她在音乐上拥有巨大的天赋。

B2 adjective /ˌkɒn.fɪˈden.ʃəl/

Confidential

机密; 私人; 应保持秘密的

Meaning

secret; private; intended to be kept secret

Example

Please keep this information confidential.

请保持这些信息的机密性。

B2 noun /ɡoʊld fɪʃ/

Gold fish

金鱼

Meaning

a small ornamental freshwater fish with golden or orange coloration, commonly kept as a pet

Example

The goldfish swam in circles around its glass bowl.

金鱼在玻璃鱼缸里绕圈游动。

B2 noun ɪnˈdʒʌstɪs

injustice

不公正

Meaning

Lack of fairness or justice; the practice of being unjust or unfair.

Example

The story portrays the injustices faced by the common people.

故事描绘了普通人面临的不公正。

B2 noun /ˈsɑːrˌkæzəm/

sarcasm

讽刺

Meaning

The use of irony to mock or convey contempt.

Example

His sarcasm often made people laugh but sometimes offended them.

他的讽刺经常让人发笑，但有时也会冒犯他们。

B2 noun /ˈblɒkˌtʃeɪn/

blockchain

区块链

Meaning

A system of recording information in a way that makes it difficult or impossible to change, hack, or cheat the system

Example

Blockchain technology ensures transparency in financial transactions.

区块链技术确保金融交易的透明度。

B2 adverb /ˈwɪl.ɪŋ.li/

Willingly

自愿地

Meaning

in a willing manner; voluntarily; with free will

Example

She willingly helped her neighbors during the emergency.

她在紧急情况下自愿帮助了她的邻居。

B2 noun /æmˈbæsədər/

Ambassador

大使

Meaning

an accredited diplomat sent by a country as its official representative to a foreign country

Example

The ambassador met with government officials to discuss trade agreements.

大使与政府官员会面，讨论贸易协议。

B2 verb /ɪˈnɪʃieɪt/

initiate

启动

Meaning

to begin or start; to introduce someone to a new activity

Example

The company will initiate a new training program.

公司将启动一个新的培训项目。

B2 adverb /əˈbrʌptli/

Abruptly

突然且出乎意料; 毫无预警

Meaning

suddenly and unexpectedly; without warning

Example

The meeting ended abruptly when the power went out.

会议在电力中断时突然结束。

B2 noun /plʌɡ/

plug

插头

Meaning

a device used to connect or block an opening

Example

She inserted the plug into the socket.

她把插头插入了插座。

B2 noun /pɔːrtʃ/

porch

门廊

Meaning

a covered area at the entrance of a building, often with a roof and open sides

Example

We sat on the porch and enjoyed the evening breeze.

我们坐在门廊上，享受晚风。

B2 adverb /ˈklɒkwaɪz/

Clockwise

顺时针

Meaning

in the direction that clock hands move; in a circular direction from left to right

Example

Turn the valve clockwise to tighten it.

顺时针旋转阀门以拧紧它。

B2 verb /əˈrɪdʒɪneɪt/

originate

起源

Meaning

to come into existence; to begin; to create or produce

Example

The tradition originated in ancient times.

这个传统起源于古代。

B2 adjective /aʊtˈstændɪŋ/

outstanding

杰出

Meaning

extremely good or impressive; not yet resolved or paid

Example

She received an award for her outstanding performance.

她因出色的表现获得了奖项。

B2 noun /əbˈzɜːvər/

observer

观察者

Meaning

a person who watches or notices something

Example

The observer took notes during the meeting.

观察者在会议期间做了笔记。

B2 noun, verb /ræmp/

ramp

坡道

Meaning

a sloping surface joining two different levels; as a verb, to increase or rise sharply

Example

The car drove up the ramp into the parking garage.

汽车驶上了停车场的坡道。

B2 noun /hɪˈstɔːriən/

historian

历史学家

Meaning

a person who studies or writes about history

Example

The historian gave a lecture on ancient civilizations.

历史学家讲授了一堂关于古代文明的讲座。

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 ˌtrænsfərˈmeɪʃən

transformation

转型

Meaning

A thorough or dramatic change in form, appearance, or character; a complete alteration or evolution.

Example

Digital literacy leads to economic transformation.

数字化素养推动了经济转型。

B2 adjective /ˈsɪnɪstər/

sinister

邪恶的

Meaning

Giving the impression that something harmful or evil is happening or will happen.

Example

The abandoned house had a sinister atmosphere.

那座废弃的房子有着邪恶的氛围。

B2 verb /klæʃ/

clash

碰撞

Meaning

to come into conflict or collision with something or someone.

Example

The two cars clashed in the intersection.

两辆车在交叉路口发生了碰撞。

B2 verb ɪnˈfɔːrsɪŋ

enforcing

执行

Meaning

To compel observance of or compliance with a law, rule, or obligation.

Example

Enforcing strict laws is necessary to prevent violations.

执行严格的法律是防止违规的必要条件。

B2 adjective /stɑːrk/

stark

严峻的, 锋利的

Meaning

Severe, sharp, or clearly defined; plain and without any decoration.

Example

The stark contrast between poverty and wealth was evident in the city.

贫困与财富之间的鲜明对比在城市中显而易见。

B2 noun /ˈpen neɪm/

Pen-name

笔名

Meaning

a fictitious name used by an author instead of their real name; a pseudonym

Example

Mark Twain was the pen-name of Samuel Clemens.

马克·吐温是塞缪尔·克莱门斯的笔名。

B2 adjective /ˈlɛŋθi/

lengthy

漫长

Meaning

long in duration or extent

Example

The meeting was lengthy, lasting over three hours.

会议很长，持续了三个小时以上。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈnætʃərəl/

Unnatural

不自然的

Meaning

not existing in nature; artificial; forced

Example

The actor's smile looked unnatural and forced.

演员的笑容看起来很不自然，很勉强。

B2 noun /ɪnˈvɒlvmənt/

involvement

参与

Meaning

the act of taking part in something

Example

His involvement in the project was crucial.

他对项目的参与至关重要。

B2 noun /dɪsˈɡaɪz/

Disguise

伪装; 掩饰

Meaning

a means of altering one's appearance to conceal one's identity; something that hides the truth

Example

The spy wore an elaborate disguise to avoid being recognized by enemies.

间谍穿着精心设计的伪装，以避免被敌人认出。

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 adjective /rɪˈspek.tɪv/

Respective

各自的; 相关的

Meaning

belonging to each individual; particular to each

Example

The students returned to their respective classrooms after lunch.

学生们在午餐后回到了各自的教室。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈfeɪ.vər.ə.bəl/

Unfavourable

不利的; 逆境的

Meaning

not helpful or advantageous; adverse

Example

The weather conditions were unfavourable for our outdoor event.

恶劣的天气条件不利于我们的户外活动。

B2 noun /ˌdʒen.əˈrɒs.ə.ti/

Generosity

慷慨

Meaning

the quality of being kind and generous; willingness to give money, help, kindness freely

Example

The billionaire's generosity was evident in his numerous charitable donations to hospitals.

亿万富翁的慷慨在他对医院的众多慈善捐赠中显而易见。

B2 verb /ˈmɑːdɪfaɪ/

modify

修改

Meaning

to change or alter something; to make partial changes

Example

We need to modify the plan to include more details.

我们需要修改计划以包括更多细节。

B2 verb /ɪmˈbɒdi/

embody

体现

Meaning

To give tangible or visible form to an idea, quality, or feeling.

Example

She embodies the spirit of generosity.

她体现了慷慨的精神。

B2 noun /sɪɡˈnɪf.ɪ.kəns/

Significance

重要性

Meaning

the quality of being worthy of attention; importance

Example

The discovery has great significance for medical research.

这个发现对医学研究具有重要意义。

B2 noun /ˈsɛm.iˌsɜːr.kəl/

semicircle

半圆

Meaning

Half of a circle or something shaped like half of a circle.

Example

The students sat in a semicircle around the teacher.

学生们围绕老师坐成半圆形。

B2 adjective /fræŋk/

Frank

诚实的; 坦率的; 直率的; 真诚的

Meaning

honest; open; straightforward; candid

Example

She gave me a frank opinion about my presentation.

她对我的演讲给出了直率的意见。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊ.ərd/

Coward

懦夫

Meaning

a person who lacks the courage to do or endure dangerous or unpleasant things

Example

He called himself a coward for not standing up to the bully.

他自称为懦夫，因为他没有站出来反对恶霸。

B2 adjective /ˌʌnkənˈvɛnʃənl/

unconventional

非传统的

Meaning

not based on or conforming to what is generally done or believed

Example

Her unconventional approach to teaching inspired her students to think creatively.

她非传统的教学方法激发了学生的创造性思维。

B2 adjective ɪkˈsɛsɪv

excessive

过度的

Meaning

More than is necessary, normal, or desirable; immoderate.

Example

Excessive population growth leads to resource depletion.

过度的人口增长导致资源枯竭。

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 noun /ˌkɒndɛnˈseɪʃən/

condensation

冷凝

Meaning

The process of water vapor changing into liquid; also, the act of making something more concise.

Example

Condensation formed on the windows during the cold night.

在寒冷的夜晚，窗户上形成了冷凝。

B2 noun /ˈpɑː.tər/

Potter

陶艺师

Meaning

a person who makes pottery

Example

The potter shaped clay on the spinning wheel.

陶艺师在旋转的轮子上塑造了泥土。

B2 noun /ˈtɜr.mər.ɪk/

Turmeric

姜黄

Meaning

A bright yellow spice powder made from the root of a tropical plant, used in cooking and medicine

Example

Add turmeric to the curry for color and flavor.

在咖喱中加入姜黄，以增加色彩和味道。

B2 noun /sərˈkʌmfərəns/

circumference

周长

Meaning

the distance around the edge of a circle

Example

The teacher asked us to calculate the circumference of the circle.

老师让我们计算圆的周长。

B2 noun /ˈwaɪnəri/

winery

酿酒厂

Meaning

a place where wine is made

Example

They visited a famous winery in France.

他们参观了法国的一家著名酒厂。

B2 noun /den/

Den

洞穴；舒适的房间；非法活动的场所

Meaning

a wild animal's lair or home; a small, comfortable room; a place for illegal activities

Example

The fox disappeared into its den when it sensed danger approaching.

狐狸在感到危险接近时消失在它的洞穴里。

B2 verb /pərˈsɪst/

persist

Meaning

to continue firmly in an action or opinion despite difficulty or opposition

Example

She decided to persist in her efforts to learn French.

B2 adjective /ˈneɪ.kɪd/

Naked

赤裸的; 没有衣服; 暴露的; 裸露的

Meaning

without clothes or covering; bare; exposed; unclothed

Example

The naked truth about the situation shocked everyone.

关于局势的赤裸真相震惊了所有人。

B2 noun /ˈtɔːtʃər/

torture

折磨

Meaning

the action or practice of inflicting severe pain on someone as a punishment or to force them to do something

Example

He was subjected to torture during the interrogation.

他在审问中遭受了折磨。

B2 adjective /ˈdæz.lɪŋ/

Dazzling

耀眼的; 令人印象深刻的

Meaning

extremely bright and impressive; brilliant and stunning

Example

The dazzling lights of the city amazed the tourists.

城市的耀眼灯光让游客感到惊讶。

B2 noun /ˌprɒp.əˈɡæn.də/

Propaganda

宣传; 谣言

Meaning

information spread to promote a particular political cause or point of view

Example

The government used propaganda to influence public opinion during the war.

政府在战争期间使用了宣传来影响公众舆论。

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 noun ˈnætʃərəl ˈhæbɪtæt

Natural Habitat

自然栖息地

Meaning

The natural environment where organisms live and fulfill their life needs.

Example

Protecting the natural habitat is crucial for butterflies.

保护自然栖息地对蝴蝶至关重要。

B2 verb /kənˈsoʊl/

console

安慰

Meaning

to comfort someone who is sad or disappointed; to provide solace

Example

She tried to console her friend after the loss.

她试图在失落后安慰她的朋友。

B2 verb /ˈʃʌfəl/

shuffle

Meaning

to walk by dragging one's feet along or without lifting them fully; to mix or rearrange

Example

He shuffled the cards before dealing them.

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 /ˈɔːɡənɪzəm/

organism

有机体

Meaning

a living thing that has an organized structure and can grow and reproduce

Example

Every organism needs water to survive.

每个有机体都需要水才能生存。

B2 noun /ˈklɪərəns/

clearance

许可 / 批准

Meaning

official permission or authorization; the removal of something unwanted; the distance between two objects

Example

The pilot received clearance to land the plane.

飞行员获得了着陆许可。

B2 noun /ˌek.spɪˈdɪʃ.ən/

Expedition

远征

Meaning

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

Example

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

登山远征需要数月的精心规划和准备。

B2 noun /ˈdef.ə.sɪt/

Deficit

赤字; 不足

Meaning

the amount by which something is too small; a shortfall or lack

Example

The government faced a budget deficit of millions due to increased spending.

由于支出的增加，政府面临着数百万的预算赤字。

B2 noun /dʒiˈɒl.ə.dʒi/

geology

地质学

Meaning

the science that deals with the Earth's physical structure and substances

Example

She studied geology to understand earthquakes.

她学习地质学以了解地震。

B2 adverb /aɪˈrɒnɪkli/

ironically

具有讽刺意味地

Meaning

in a way that is contrary to what is expected or intended

Example

Ironically, the fire station burned down.

具有讽刺意味地，消防站着火了。

B2 noun /ˈweər.ə.baʊts/

Whereabouts

下落; 位置

Meaning

the place where someone or something is located

Example

Nobody knows the whereabouts of the missing person.

没有人知道失踪者的下落。

B2 noun, verb /bʌt/

butt

Meaning

to hit or push with the head or horns; the end part of something, especially a cigarette

Example

The goat butted the fence with its horns.

B2 noun, verb /əˈsɔːlt/

assault

攻击

Meaning

a physical attack or to attack someone violently

Example

He was charged with assault after the fight.

他在打斗后因袭击被指控。

B2 verb /ˈsteɪ.bə.laɪz/

stabilize

稳定

Meaning

to make something steady, secure, or unlikely to change suddenly

Example

The government took measures to stabilize the economy.

政府采取措施以稳定经济。

B2 noun /ˈdʒʊəri/

jury

陪审团

Meaning

a group of people sworn to give a verdict in a legal case based on the evidence

Example

The jury found him guilty of the crime.

陪审团裁定他犯有罪行。

B2 verb /ˈɡrʌmbəl/

grumble

抱怨

Meaning

to complain quietly or in a low voice

Example

She often grumbles about the traffic.

她常常抱怨交通。

B2 noun /ˈʌndərˌteɪkɪŋ/

undertaking

事业

Meaning

A task, project, or responsibility that someone agrees to do.

Example

Starting a new company is a difficult undertaking.

创办新公司是一项艰巨的事业。

B2 noun

Patriot

爱国者

B2 noun /ˈfæntəsi/

fantasy

幻想

Meaning

a creation of the imagination, especially something improbable or impossible

Example

She has a vivid fantasy about traveling to space.

她有一个关于太空旅行的生动幻想。

B2 adjective /ˈpɛti/

petty

琐碎

Meaning

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

Example

She often gets upset over the most petty things.

她经常为最琐碎的事情感到不安。

B2 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 /ˈvɜː.tʃu.əl riˈæl.ɪ.ti/

virtual reality

虚拟现实

Meaning

Computer technology that creates an artificial three-dimensional environment where users can feel like they are in a real environment.

Example

Virtual reality (VR) is widely used in gaming and training simulations.

虚拟现实（VR）在游戏和训练模拟中被广泛使用。

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 /ˈɡlɪt.ər.ɪŋ/

Glittering

闪亮的; 闪烁的; 光辉的

Meaning

shining with bright light; sparkling; brilliant;

Example

The glittering stars filled the clear night sky.

闪亮的星星充满了清澈的夜空。

B2 noun /mɪl/

mill

磨坊

Meaning

a building equipped with machinery for grinding grain or manufacturing goods

Example

The old flour mill has been converted into a museum.

那座老面粉厂已被改建为博物馆。

B2 noun /ɪnˈdjʊə.rəns/

endurance

耐力

Meaning

The fact or power of enduring an unpleasant or difficult process or situation without giving way.

Example

Running a marathon requires exceptional endurance.

跑马拉松需要非凡的耐力。

B2 adjective /flɔːd/

flawed

有缺陷的

Meaning

having a mistake or fault that reduces its value or quality

Example

The flawed design of the car led to a recall.

汽车设计有缺陷，导致了召回。

B2 noun ˈpærəˌlɛlz

parallels

相似之处

Meaning

Similarities or comparisons between two different things or situations

Example

There are parallels between Japan's aging issues and Bangladesh's situation.

日本的老龄化问题和孟加拉国的情况之间存在相似之处。

B2 verb dɪˈtɪəriəreɪt

deteriorate

恶化

Meaning

To become progressively worse in quality, condition, or performance; to decline.

Example

Unplanned growth can deteriorate living conditions.

无计划的增长可能会恶化生活条件。

B2 verb /ˈkɒmbæt/

combat

对抗

Meaning

to fight against something, especially to reduce or stop it

Example

The government is taking steps to combat corruption.

政府正在采取措施来对抗腐败。

B2 adjective ˌsɪm.əlˈteɪ.ni.əs

simultaneous

同时

Meaning

Occurring, operating, or done at the same time.

Example

Simultaneous crop failures affect global food supply.

同时的作物失败影响全球食品供应。

B2 verb /ɪnˈdjuːs/

induce

引起

Meaning

to cause or persuade someone to do something; to bring about a result

Example

The doctor induced sleep with a mild sedative.

医生用轻度镇静剂引起了睡眠。

B2 noun /ˈtes.tɪ.moʊ.ni/

Testimony

证词; 证据

Meaning

a formal written or spoken statement given in a court of law; evidence or proof

Example

The witness gave compelling testimony during the trial.

证人在审判过程中提供了令人信服的证词。

B2 noun ˈʃeɪdɪd ˈɛəriə

shaded area

遮阳区

Meaning

An area that is protected from direct sunlight.

Example

We sat in a shaded area by the riverbank.

我们坐在河岸的遮阳区。

B2 noun ˌɪn.fləˈmeɪ.ʃən

inflammation

炎症

Meaning

A localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, swollen, hot, and often painful.

Example

Chronic inflammation can lead to severe diseases.

慢性炎症可能导致严重的疾病。

B2 noun /stæns/

stance

立场

Meaning

a person's attitude, opinion, or position on an issue

Example

The company took a strong stance on environmental protection.

公司在环境保护问题上采取了强硬立场。

B2 noun /stəˈtɪstɪks/

statistics

统计

Meaning

the practice or science of collecting and analyzing numerical data

Example

The statistics showed an increase in the number of users last year.

统计数据显示，去年用户数量有所增加。

B2 noun /ˈkæməˌflɑːʒ/

camouflage

伪装

Meaning

the act of hiding or disguising something by making it blend with its surroundings

Example

The soldiers used camouflage to hide from the enemy.

士兵们使用伪装来躲避敌人。

B2 verb /tæp/

tap

轻拍

Meaning

to strike something lightly, usually with a quick, sharp sound

Example

He tapped on the door to get her attention.

他敲了敲门，引起她的注意。

B2 adjective /ˌmʌltɪˈlɪŋɡwəl/

multilingual

多语种

Meaning

Able to speak or written in several languages.

Example

She grew up in a multilingual household.

她在一个多语言的家庭中长大。

B2 adverb /ˈlaɪk.waɪz/

Likewise

同样地; 也; 类似地

Meaning

in the same way; also; similarly

Example

She studied hard for the exam, and her brother did likewise.

她为考试努力学习，她的哥哥也做了同样的事情。

B2 noun ɪˈmjuː.nɪ.ti

immunity

免疫力

Meaning

The ability of an organism to resist a particular infection or toxin by the action of specific antibodies.

Example

A strong immunity protects against infections.

强大的免疫力可以防止感染。

B2 verb dɪˈtɪrɪəˌreɪts

deteriorates

恶化

Meaning

To become progressively worse; to decline in quality, condition, or strength.

Example

The quality of air deteriorates due to pollution.

因污染，空气质量正在恶化。

B2 verb /suːð/

soothe

安抚

Meaning

to calm or comfort; to relieve pain or distress

Example

The mother soothed her crying baby with a gentle lullaby.

妈妈用温柔的摇篮曲安抚她哭泣的宝宝。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnsɪˈkjʊə/

insecure

不安全的

Meaning

not confident or assured; uncertain and anxious

Example

She felt insecure about her performance in the exam.

她在考试中对自己的表现感到不安。

B2 noun əˌpriː.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən

appreciation

增值

Meaning

An increase in the value of an asset over time.

Example

Real estate properties often experience appreciation over time.

房地产通常随着时间的推移而增值。

B2 verb /rɪp/

rip

撕裂

Meaning

to tear something quickly or violently

Example

He accidentally ripped his shirt on the fence.

他不小心在篱笆上撕破了衬衫。

B2 noun/verb /ræft/

raft

筏

Meaning

A flat structure made of logs or planks tied together, used as a boat or floating platform; to travel or transport on such a structure.

Example

They built a raft to cross the river.

他们建造了一只筏子来过河。

B2 verb /ˈæləkeɪt/

allocate

分配

Meaning

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

Example

The manager allocated funds for the new project.

经理已为新项目分配资金。