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A2 adjective /braɪt/

Bright

明亮
Meaning
giving out or reflecting much light; vivid in color
Example
The artist used bright colors in her painting.
艺术家在她的画作中使用了明亮的颜色。
B2 noun /ræɡ/

Rag

旧布；用来清洁的破旧衣物
Meaning
a piece of old cloth used for cleaning; worn-out clothing
Example
She used an old rag to clean the dusty table.
她用一块旧布擦拭了满是灰尘的桌子。
C1 noun /ˈɜːr.θən pɒt/

Earthen pot

陶土锅
Meaning
a container made of baked clay or earth, used for cooking or storing
Example
The earthen pot keeps water naturally cool in summer.
陶土锅能在夏天自然保持水的凉爽。
C2 adjective /ˌstætʃuˈɛsk/

statuesque

雕像般的
Meaning
Having the grace, beauty, or dignity of a statue; tall and attractively proportioned.
Example
She had a statuesque figure that turned heads wherever she went.
她有着雕像般的身形，每走到哪里都会吸引视线。
B2 adjective /dɪˈsɛndənt/

descendent

下降的
Meaning
Moving downward; going down or descending.
Example
The river followed a descendent course toward the valley.
河流沿着向下的河道朝着山谷流去。
C1 noun /ˈraɪtʃəsnəs/

righteousness

正义
Meaning
the quality of being morally right or justifiable
Example
His life was dedicated to righteousness and truth.
他的一生致力于正义和真理。
B2 verb ˈfaɪ.nəl.aɪz

finalize

最终确定
Meaning
To complete arrangements for something; put into final form.
Example
The treaty was finalized after the discussions.
协议在讨论后最终确定。
A2 adjective /ˈnæʃənəl/

national

国家的
Meaning
relating to a nation, especially its culture, language, or government
Example
The national anthem was played at the ceremony.
国歌在仪式上播放。
C1 adjective /ˈɜːrstwaɪl/

erstwhile

曾经
Meaning
former or in the past
Example
They were erstwhile friends but no longer speak.
他们曾经是朋友，但现在不再交谈。
C2 noun /ˌpɛrəɡrɪˈneɪʃən/

peregrination

朝圣之旅
Meaning
A long journey or wandering, especially on foot.
Example
Their peregrination across Asia lasted two years.
他们横跨亚洲的朝圣之旅持续了两年。
C1 noun /təˈræntjʊlə/

tarantula

塔兰图拉
Meaning
A large hairy spider found in warm regions.
Example
The tarantula crawled across the desert floor.
塔兰图拉爬过沙漠的地面。
C1 adjective /ˈɡʌsti/

gusty

刮风
Meaning
characterized by strong, sudden bursts of wind
Example
It was a cold, gusty day by the sea.
那是一个寒冷且刮风的海边日子。
C2 adjective /ˌæl.ɪˈmen.tər.i/

alimentary

与消化相关
Meaning
relating to nourishment or the organs of digestion
Example
The doctor explained the role of the alimentary canal in digestion.
医生解释了消化道在消化过程中的作用。
C2 verb /ɪˈnjʊər/

inure

习惯
Meaning
To become accustomed to something, especially something unpleasant.
Example
Soldiers quickly became inured to the harsh conditions.
士兵们迅速适应了严酷的条件。
B1 adjective /draɪd/

dried

干
Meaning
without moisture; preserved by removing water
Example
She added some dried flowers to the vase for decoration.
她在花瓶里加了一些干花来装饰。
B2 noun /ˈdrɔː.bæk/

Drawback

缺点; 不利因素; 问题
Meaning
a feature that renders something less acceptable; a disadvantage or problem
Example
The main drawback of living in the city is the high cost of housing.
住在城市的主要缺点是高昂的住房成本。
C2 noun /ˈkærɪlɒn/

carillon

风琴钟
Meaning
A set of bells played using a keyboard, usually in a tower.
Example
The carillon bells rang across the town square.
风琴钟的钟声回荡在城市广场上。
A2 adjective, noun /dɛd/

dead

死的
Meaning
No longer alive; the end of life.
Example
The old tree is completely dead.
那棵老树已经完全死了。
B2 adjective /ˈlɔːŋtaɪm/

longtime

长期的
Meaning
having existed or continued for a long time
Example
They are longtime friends who met in college.
他们是大学时认识的长期朋友。
C1 noun /ˈriːpər/

reaper

割草和收获作物的人或机器
Meaning
a person or machine that cuts and gathers crops
Example
The reaper moved slowly through the golden fields.
瑞珀缓缓地穿过金色的田野。
C2 noun /ˈbærəˌɡræf/

barograph

记录气压变化的仪器
Meaning
an instrument that records changes in atmospheric pressure
Example
The scientist checked the barograph for pressure variations.
科学家检查了气压计以查看压力变化。
C1 verb /flɑp/

flop

失败
Meaning
to fall or move heavily and clumsily; to fail completely
Example
The new movie flopped at the box office.
新电影在票房上失败了。
B2 adverb /ˈsiː.krət.li/

secretly

偷偷地
Meaning
in a way that is hidden or not known by others
Example
She secretly planned a surprise party for her friend.
她偷偷为她的朋友策划了一个惊喜派对。
A2 adjective /ˈskeəri/

scary

可怕
Meaning
causing fear or making you feel frightened
Example
That horror movie was really scary.
那部恐怖电影真的很吓人。
C1 noun /ˈprɒvɪdəns/

providence

神的眷顾
Meaning
the protective care of God or nature as a spiritual power; foresight or prudence
Example
They believed their survival was due to divine providence.
他们相信他们的生存归功于神的眷顾。
C1 adjective /suːˈpɜːrlətɪv/

superlative

最高级
Meaning
Of the highest quality or degree; expressing the extreme form of an adjective or adverb.
Example
Her performance was superlative, earning her a standing ovation.
她的表现是最高级的，赢得了站立的掌声。
B1 adjective /səˈfɪʃənt/

Sufficient

足够的; 适合目的的; 满意的
Meaning
enough; adequate for the purpose; satisfactory
Example
We have sufficient time to complete the project.
我们有足够的时间来完成这个项目。
C1 verb /ˈtræŋ.kwɪ.laɪz/

tranquilize

镇静
Meaning
to make someone or something calm or less anxious, often by using drugs
Example
The veterinarian had to tranquilize the tiger before moving it.
兽医必须在移动老虎之前使其镇静。
C2 noun /ˈkɒnk.leɪv/

conclave

秘密会议
Meaning
a private meeting, especially a secret or important one
Example
The leaders met in a secret conclave to discuss the strategy.
领导们在一个秘密的集会上讨论战略。
A1 noun /suːp/

Soup

汤
Meaning
a liquid food made by boiling meat, vegetables, or other ingredients in water
Example
I had a bowl of chicken soup for lunch.
我午餐吃了一碗鸡汤。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈsuːtəbl/

Unsuitable

不适合; 不合适
Meaning
not fitting or appropriate for a particular purpose or situation
Example
This formal dress is unsuitable for a casual beach party.
这件正式的衣服不适合参加随意的海滩派对。
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。
A1 adverb /noʊ/

no

不
Meaning
used to give a negative response or to show disagreement
Example
She said no to the invitation.
她对邀请说了不。
C2 adjective /rɪˈkæl.sɪ.trənt/

recalcitrant

倔强的, 顽固的, 不服从的
Meaning
Having an obstinately uncooperative attitude toward authority or discipline.
Example
The recalcitrant student refused to follow rules.
倔强的学生拒绝遵守规则。
B2 adjective /plʌmp/

plump

丰满或圆形
Meaning
having a full, rounded shape; pleasantly fat
Example
The cat was plump and well-fed.
那只猫又胖又被很好地喂养。
C1 noun /ˈɛksədəs/

exodus

大规模撤离
Meaning
A mass departure of people from a place.
Example
There was a sudden exodus of workers after the strike began.
罢工开始后，工人们突然发生了大规模撤离。
C1 noun /ˈænərkɪst/

anarchist

无政府主义者
Meaning
a person who believes in or promotes the absence of government or authority
Example
The anarchist group protested against state control.
无政府主义者团体反对国家控制。
C1 adjective /ɒmˈnɪv.ər.əs/

Omnivorous

杂食性动物
Meaning
eating both plants and animals; feeding on various kinds of food
Example
Bears are omnivorous animals that eat both plants and meat.
熊是杂食性动物，吃植物和肉。
C1 adjective /ˌaʊt ən ˈaʊt/

out-and-out

完全
Meaning
complete; absolute; used to emphasize something extreme
Example
The speech was an out-and-out lie.
这个演讲是一个完全的谎言。
B2 noun /ˈnɒvəlɪst/

novelist

小说家
Meaning
a person who writes novels
Example
The novelist spent years writing his new book.
小说家花了多年写他的最新小说。
A1 verb /læf/

laugh

笑
Meaning
to make sounds and movements expressing happiness or amusement
Example
The joke made everyone laugh.
这个笑话让每个人都笑了。
C1 noun /ˈmiːnnəs/

Meanness

恶意; 吝啬
Meaning
The quality of being unkind, spiteful, or unfair; stinginess
Example
His meanness towards the poor children shocked everyone in the neighborhood.
他对贫困孩子的恶意让邻里的人都感到震惊。
B2 noun /ˈkɒmpɪtəns/

competence

能力
Meaning
the ability to do something successfully or efficiently
Example
Her competence as a manager impressed the board.
作为经理，她的能力给董事会留下了深刻印象。
C1 verb/noun /skɒtʃ/

scotch

结束 / 苏格兰威士忌
Meaning
to put an end to something; also a type of whisky
Example
The report scotched the rumors of a merger.
报告停止了关于合并的谣言。
B2 noun /ˈθæŋksˌɡɪvɪŋ/

thanksgiving

感恩节
Meaning
an annual holiday in the US for giving thanks, celebrated with a meal
Example
We spent Thanksgiving dinner with our family.
我们与家人一起度过了感恩节晚餐。
C1 adjective /ˈhæloʊd/

hallowed

神圣
Meaning
regarded as holy or greatly respected
Example
They walked across the hallowed halls of the old university.
他们走过了老大学的神圣大厅。
C1 noun /ˈpɑːrtʃmənt/

parchment

羊皮纸
Meaning
a thin material made from animal skin, used in the past for writing
Example
The ancient manuscript was written on parchment.
古老的手稿写在羊皮纸上。
B2 noun /ˌvɪz.ɪˈbɪlɪti/

visibility

可见性
Meaning
The state of being able to see or be seen; exposure or prominence.
Example
Increased visibility on social media can help businesses grow.
在社交媒体上的可见性增加可以帮助企业成长。
C1 verb /ˈprɪkəl/

prickle

Meaning
to cause a slight stinging or tingling sensation on the skin
Example
Her skin began to prickle in the cold wind.
A1 noun /sʌn/

Sun

太阳
Meaning
the star around which the earth orbits; the source of light and heat for planets
Example
The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.
太阳从东方升起，西方落下。
C1 adjective /ˈsæljʊˌtɛri/

salutary

有益的
Meaning
Producing good effects; beneficial, especially after something unpleasant.
Example
The accident was a salutary reminder to drive carefully.
这场事故是一个有益的提醒，要小心驾驶。
B2 verb /ˈsprɪŋkəl/

sprinkle

Meaning
to scatter small drops or particles of a substance over a surface
Example
She sprinkled sugar on top of the cake.
C2 noun /ˈbriːtʃɪz/

Breeckes

膝盖长度裤子
Meaning
knee-length trousers; short pants
Example
He wore riding breeches for the equestrian event.
他为马术比赛穿了膝盖长度裤子。
C1 adjective /ˈnɔɪz.ləs/

Noiseless

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

incompetent

Meaning
Lacking the necessary ability or skills to do something successfully.
Example
He was fired because he was incompetent at his job.
C1 verb /pɛk/

Peck

啄
Meaning
To strike or bite something with a beak; to eat in small bites.
Example
The hen began to peck at the grains scattered on the ground.
母鸡开始啄地面上散落的谷物。
C1 adjective /ˈvɛlvəti/

velvety

幸福
Meaning
having a smooth, soft texture like velvet
Example
She spoke in a low, velvety voice.
她收到奖项时，无法掩饰她的幸福。
A2 noun /ɡeɪt/

gate

幸福
Meaning
A movable barrier that opens and closes to allow or prevent entry through an opening.
Example
She closed the gate behind her as she left the garden.
当她收到奖项时，她无法隐藏自己的幸福。
C2 verb /ænˈtɪpəθaɪz/

antipathize

反感
Meaning
to feel or express a strong dislike or aversion toward something or someone
Example
He seemed to antipathize with the new management's approach.
他似乎对新管理方法持反感态度。
C1 adjective /diːˈsɛntrəlaɪzd/

decentralized

去中心化
Meaning
Controlled by several local offices or authorities rather than one single one.
Example
The decentralized system allowed for more control at local levels.
去中心化的系统允许在地方层级进行更多的控制。
C2 adjective /ˌdɪsəˈfɛktɪd/

disaffected

不满的
Meaning
Dissatisfied and rebellious, especially against authority or leadership.
Example
The reforms were introduced to calm the disaffected youth.
改革是为了平息不满的青年。
C2 noun /ˌɒktədʒəˈnɛəriən/

octogenarian

八十岁老人
Meaning
A person who is between 80 and 89 years old.
Example
The octogenarian still jogs every morning to stay healthy.
这位八十岁老人仍然每天早上跑步以保持健康。
C2 verb /bɪˈliːɡər/

beleaguer

围困, 烦扰
Meaning
to cause difficulties, troubles, or harassment; to surround with military forces
Example
The company was beleaguered by constant complaints from its customers.
该公司因客户不断的投诉而被围困。
B2 noun /ˈreɪ.dɑːr/

Radar

雷达
Meaning
a system for detecting the presence, direction, distance of aircraft, ships by sending out radio waves
Example
The radar detected an unknown aircraft approaching the base.
雷达探测到一架未知的飞机接近基地。
C1 noun /ˌɛkstrəˈdɪʃən/

extradition

引渡
Meaning
the official process of sending someone accused of a crime to another country or state
Example
The extradition of the suspect was delayed due to legal issues.
由于法律问题，嫌疑人的引渡被延迟了。
C2 verb /ˈstʌltɪfaɪ/

stultify

使某人或某物显得愚蠢，或阻碍效率和热情
Meaning
to make someone or something appear foolish, or to hinder effectiveness and enthusiasm
Example
The repetitive tasks seemed to stultify the workers' creativity.
重复的任务似乎使工人的创造力变得迟钝。
B2 adjective /kənˈtɛntɪd/

contented

满足的
Meaning
Feeling or expressing happiness and satisfaction.
Example
She was contented with her simple life.
她对她简单的生活感到满足。
C2 noun /liː/

lea

草地
Meaning
An open area of grassy or arable land; a meadow.
Example
The cottage was surrounded by a quiet lea.
小屋被一片宁静的草地包围着。
A1 verb /wɪn/

win

赢
Meaning
to be successful or victorious in a contest or competition
Example
Our team will win the championship.
我们的团队将赢得冠军。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpæsɪv/

impassive

冷漠
Meaning
Not showing or feeling emotion; expressionless.
Example
Despite the shocking news, she remained impassive.
尽管有令人震惊的消息，她依然无动于衷。
C2 noun /ˈpælɪmpsɛst/

palimpsest

重写本
Meaning
a manuscript or document that has been written over but still bears traces of earlier writing; something reused or altered but still retaining traces of its earlier form
Example
The ancient manuscript was a palimpsest, showing faint traces of previous texts beneath the new writing.
这本古老的手稿是一个重写本，下面隐藏着以前文本的微弱痕迹。
C2 noun, adjective /nɒn ˈkɒmbətənt/

non-combatant

非战斗人员
Meaning
a person not engaged in fighting during a war, such as civilians or medical staff
Example
The Red Cross workers were treated as non-combatants in the conflict.
红十字会的工作人员在冲突中被视为非战斗人员。
B2 noun /ɪmˈbærəsmənt/

embarrassment

尴尬
Meaning
a feeling of self-consciousness, shame, or awkwardness
Example
Her face turned red with embarrassment after the mistake.
她因错误而羞愧得脸红了。
B2 noun ˈekwɪti

equity

股权
Meaning
The value of the shares issued by a company.
Example
Owning equity in a company can yield significant returns.
拥有公司股票可能带来可观的回报。
C1 noun/verb /fliːs/

fleece

Meaning
The woolly covering of a sheep; as a verb, to swindle or cheat someone.
Example
The farmer sheared the sheep’s fleece carefully.
C2 noun /ˈɡraɪndstoʊn/

grindstone

磨刀石
Meaning
a thick disc of stone used for grinding, sharpening, or polishing tools
Example
The blacksmith sharpened his blade on the grindstone.
铁匠在磨刀石上磨快了他的刀片。
C1 adjective ɪmˈpɛkəbl

impeccable

完美无瑕
Meaning
In accordance with the highest standards; faultless.
Example
His impeccable taste in fashion was admired by all his peers.
他的完美品味在时尚界得到了所有同事的赞赏。
B2 noun /məʊˈbɪləti/

mobility

流动性
Meaning
The ability to move or be moved freely and easily; the quality of being mobile.
Example
The mobility of workers is essential for the success of the project.
工人的流动性对项目的成功至关重要。
C2 adjective /ˈprɒvɪdənt/

provident

有远见的
Meaning
making or indicative of timely preparation for the future
Example
She was provident in saving money for her children’s education.
她为孩子们的教育储蓄，非常有远见。
A2 verb /bet/

bet

打赌
Meaning
to risk money on the outcome of something; to be confident
Example
I bet it will rain tomorrow.
我打赌明天会下雨。
C2 noun /məˈlæsɪz/

Molasses

糖蜜
Meaning
thick, dark, sweet syrup made from sugar cane
Example
The recipe calls for molasses to give the bread a rich flavor.
食谱要求加入糖蜜，给面包增加浓郁的味道。
C1 verb ɪɡˈzæsərbeɪt

exacerbate

加剧
Meaning
To make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse.
Example
Climate change exacerbates flooding issues.
气候变化加剧了洪水问题。
C2 adjective /ɪˈrɛzəluːt/

irresolute

优柔寡断
Meaning
uncertain or indecisive; lacking determination
Example
He stood irresolute at the crossroads, unsure which path to take.
他在十字路口犹豫不决，不知道走哪条路。
C1 verb /dɪˈplɔːr/

deplore

谴责
Meaning
to feel or express strong disapproval of something; to regret deeply
Example
Many people deplore the violence shown on television.
许多人谴责电视上展示的暴力。
C1 verb /sleɪ/

slay

Meaning
to kill violently; informally, to impress greatly
Example
The hero vowed to slay the dragon.
C2 adjective /ˈdɒdərɪŋ/

doddering

颤抖的 / 虚弱的
Meaning
Weak, shaky, or unsteady, especially due to old age.
Example
The doddering professor struggled to climb the stairs.
那位dodering教授艰难地爬上了楼梯。
A1 noun /saɪd/

side

旁边
Meaning
a position to the left or right of something
Example
The store is on the side of the road.
商店位于路的旁边。
B1 noun /ɪˈfɛk.tɪv kəˌmjuː.nɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

effective communication

有效沟通
Meaning
Clear and meaningful exchange of information that achieves its intended purpose.
Example
Effective communication is key to strong relationships.
有效沟通是建立强大关系的关键。
C2 noun /ˈkɒksweɪn/

coxswain

舵手
Meaning
the person in charge of navigating and steering a boat, especially a racing or small boat
Example
The coxswain shouted instructions to the rowing team.
舵手向划船队发出了指令。
B1 verb /ɪɡˈzɪst/

exist

存在
Meaning
to have being or reality; to be present
Example
Dinosaurs existed millions of years ago.
恐龙在几百万年前就存在。
C2 adjective /ˈfæsaɪl/

Facile

容易的; 浅显的; 缺乏深度的
Meaning
easily achieved; superficial; lacking depth
Example
His facile explanation didn't address the real problem.
他的简单解释没有解决真正的问题。
B2 noun /tɒŋz/

Tongs

夹子
Meaning
a tool consisting of two movable arms that are joined at one end, used for picking up and holding things
Example
Use the tongs to pick up the hot pieces of meat from the grill.
使用夹子从烤架上取下热肉块。
B2 noun /ˌsɜː.kjʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

circulation

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Meaning
The movement of blood through the body, or the movement of any fluid through a closed system.
Example
Proper circulation ensures that oxygen and nutrients reach every cell.
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A2 noun /ɪksˈtʃeɪndʒ/

Exchange

交换
Meaning
an act of giving one thing and receiving another in return
Example
The exchange of gifts is a common tradition during the holidays.
节日期间互赠礼物是一个常见的传统。
C1 noun /siˈɛrə klʌb/

Sierra Club

塞拉俱乐部
Meaning
An American environmental organization founded in 1892 by John Muir, focused on promoting conservation of the natural environment by influencing public policy decisions.
Example
John Muir founded the Sierra Club in 1892 to protect wild areas.
约翰·缪尔在1892年创立了塞拉俱乐部，以保护野生地区。
B2 noun ˈhɛr.ɪ.tɪdʒ

heritage

遗产
Meaning
Property that is or may be inherited; something transmitted by or acquired from a predecessor; cultural traditions and practices that are passed down.
Example
Bangladesh has a rich cultural heritage.
孟加拉国有着丰富的文化遗产。
B1 noun /pruːf/

proof

证据
Meaning
evidence or argument establishing a fact or the truth of a statement
Example
The detective presented proof of the suspect's guilt.
侦探提供了嫌疑人有罪的证据。
C1 adjective /ɪˈrɛfjʊtəbəl/

Irrefutable

不可反驳的
Meaning
impossible to deny or disprove; undeniable
Example
The evidence against him was irrefutable.
对他的证据是不可反驳的。
C1 verb, noun /spraʊt/

sprout

发芽
Meaning
to begin to grow; to produce new leaves or shoots
Example
The seeds began to sprout after a few days of rain.
种子在几天的雨后开始发芽。
A1 verb /dɪˈsaɪd/

decide

Meaning
To make a choice or judgment about something.
Example
She decided to study abroad after graduation.
A2 noun /ˈherˌdrɛsər/

hairdresser

理发师
Meaning
a person whose job is to cut, style, and treat hair
Example
The hairdresser gave me a stylish haircut before the wedding.
理发师在婚礼前给我做了一个时尚的发型。
B1 verb /ɪnˈvɑːlv/

involve

涉及
Meaning
to include as a necessary part, or to engage someone in an activity
Example
The project will involve several departments working together.
这个项目将涉及多个部门共同合作。
C1 noun /pəˈrɪfəri/

periphery

边缘
Meaning
The outer edge or boundary of an area or object.
Example
The soldiers were stationed at the periphery of the camp.
士兵们驻扎在营地的边缘。
C1 verb /riˈdʒɔɪn/

rejoin

重新加入
Meaning
to join again or return to a group, place, or activity
Example
After a short break, she decided to rejoin the team.
短暂休息后，她决定重新加入团队。
B2 noun /ˈnuː.tri.ənt/

nutrient

营养物质
Meaning
A substance that provides nourishment essential for growth and health of plants or animals.
Example
Plants absorb nutrients from the soil for growth.
植物从土壤中吸收营养物质来生长。
B2 adjective dɪˈlɪbəreɪt

deliberate

故意做的
Meaning
Done consciously and intentionally; carefully considered.
Example
His deliberate actions showed great care and thoughtfulness.
他的故意行为表现出极大的关心和深思熟虑。
B1 noun ˈmɪlɪteri

military

军队
Meaning
The armed forces of a country.
Example
The military was called for assistance.
军队被召唤来提供帮助。
B2 noun /ˈpɪt.ʃər/

Pitcher

水壶, 大壶
Meaning
a large container with a handle and spout used for storing and pouring liquids
Example
The water pitcher on the table was filled with ice-cold lemonade.
桌子上的水壶里装满了冰冷的柠檬水。
B2 noun /ˈdoʊnər/

donor

捐赠者
Meaning
A person who gives something, especially to a charity or cause.
Example
The donor contributed generously to the hospital’s new wing.
捐赠者慷慨地为医院的新翼捐赠了资金。
A2 adverb /ɪnˈstɛd/

instead

代替
Meaning
As an alternative or substitute.
Example
She didn’t buy the dress; instead, she chose a pair of shoes.
她没有买那件裙子; 反而她选择了一双鞋子。
C2 adverb /ˌsʌb ˈroʊzə/

sub rosa

秘密地
Meaning
secretly, in confidence, or in private
Example
The deal was made sub rosa to avoid public scrutiny.
交易是在秘密地进行的，以避免公众审查。
C2 noun /ˈmʌskɪt/

musket

一种古老的火枪
Meaning
a type of long gun used in the past, especially by infantry soldiers
Example
The soldiers carried muskets into the battlefield.
士兵们带着火枪走进了战场。
C2 noun /ˈkjʊriˌoʊ/

curio

奇特物品
Meaning
a small unusual or interesting object, often collected for its rarity
Example
She bought a curio from the antique shop.
她从古董店买了一个奇特物品。
A2 noun /ˈbʌtərflaɪ/

butterfly

蝴蝶
Meaning
an insect with large, often brightly colored wings that flies during the day
Example
A beautiful butterfly landed on the flower.
一只美丽的蝴蝶停在花上。
C1 noun /ˈrɛtrəsˌpɛkt/

retrospect

回顾
Meaning
the act of looking back on or reviewing past events
Example
In retrospect, the decision seemed unwise.
回顾来看，那个决定似乎不明智。
C1 verb /spɔːn/

spawn

产生
Meaning
to produce or generate, often in large numbers
Example
The video game has spawned many sequels.
这款视频游戏已经产生了许多续集。
C2 verb /əbˈhɔːr/

abhor

厌恶
Meaning
to regard with disgust and hatred
Example
She abhors cruelty to animals.
她厌恶对动物的残忍。
B2 noun /er/

Heir

继承人
Meaning
a person legally entitled to the property or rank of another on that person's death
Example
The young prince was the rightful heir to the throne and would become king someday.
年轻的王子是合法的王位继承人，将来有一天会成为国王。
B2 adjective /ɪkˈsten.sɪv/

Extensive

广泛的; 大规模的; 广阔的
Meaning
covering or affecting a large area; comprehensive; wide-ranging
Example
The company conducted extensive research before launching the new product.
公司在推出新产品之前进行了广泛的研究。
C1 verb /hɔːl/

haul

拖拉
Meaning
to pull or drag something heavy with effort
Example
The workers hauled the boxes into the truck.
工人们把箱子拖上了卡车。
B2 noun /əˈbjuːs/

Abuse

虐待; 滥用;
Meaning
cruel and violent treatment; improper use of something
Example
The abuse of power led to his resignation.
滥用权力导致了他的辞职。