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B2 noun /ˈbɜːrdn/

burden

负担
Meaning
a heavy load, especially one that is difficult to carry
Example
The financial burden was too heavy for him to bear.
财政负担对他来说太重了。
C2 noun /tɔːˈtɒlədʒi/

tautology

不必要的重复
Meaning
the unnecessary repetition of the same idea in different words
Example
The phrase 'it will happen or it won’t' is a tautology.
'它会发生，或者不会发生' 这句话就是一个套词论。
B2 noun ˈbaɪ.əʊˌfjuː.əl

biofuel

生物燃料
Meaning
A fuel derived immediately from living matter, as opposed to fossil fuels derived from long-dead biological matter.
Example
Biofuels reduce dependence on conventional energy sources.
生物燃料减少了对传统能源来源的依赖。
B1 noun /tʃest/

Chest

胸部; 箱子
Meaning
the front surface of a person's or animal's body between the neck and abdomen; a large strong box
Example
The doctor listened to his chest with a stethoscope.
医生用听诊器听他的胸部。
B2 noun kənˈtrækʃən

contraction

收缩
Meaning
The process of becoming smaller; a decrease in size or quantity.
Example
The economic contraction resulted in a rise in unemployment.
经济收缩导致失业率上升。
B2 noun /ˈfʊtɪdʒ/

footage

视频录制
Meaning
a recorded film or video, especially one that is used for news or documentaries
Example
The footage of the protest was shown on television all day.
抗议的录像整天在电视上播放。
C1 adjective /aɪˈreɪt/

irate

愤怒的
Meaning
Extremely angry.
Example
The customer became irate after waiting for hours.
顾客在等待了几个小时后变得愤怒。
A1 adverb /ðɛn/

then

然后
Meaning
at that time; next in order of time or place
Example
We went to the park, and then we had lunch.
我们去了公园，然后吃午餐。
A2 noun /ˈɛndʒɪn/

engine

引擎
Meaning
A machine designed to convert energy into mechanical power.
Example
The car's engine failed on the highway.
汽车的引擎在高速公路上坏了。
A2 verb /skiː/

ski

滑雪
Meaning
to glide over snow on skis
Example
We went skiing in the Alps last winter.
我们去年冬天去了阿尔卑斯滑雪。
A1 preposition, adverb /əˈlɔːŋ/

along

沿着
Meaning
moving in a constant direction on (a road, path, or surface)
Example
We walked along the river.
我们沿着河走。
A2 noun /ɡreɪps/

Grapes

葡萄
Meaning
small round fruits that grow in clusters on vines; used to make wine
Example
She bought a bunch of grapes from the market.
她在市场买了一串葡萄。
C2 noun /ˈæsɪˌteɪt/

acetate

醋酸盐
Meaning
a salt or ester of acetic acid; a synthetic material used in textiles and film
Example
The company produces acetate fibers for clothing.
该公司生产用于服装的醋酸纤维。
C1 noun /ˈhɛrəsi/

heresy

异端
Meaning
belief or opinion that goes against established religious doctrine or accepted beliefs.
Example
In medieval times, heresy was often punished severely.
在中世纪，异端常常受到严厉惩罚。
C1 adjective /ˈluː.krə.tɪv/

lucrative

有利可图
Meaning
Producing a great deal of profit; highly profitable or financially rewarding.
Example
The real estate business is highly lucrative in urban areas.
房地产行业在城市地区非常有利可图。
C2 verb /kənˈdʒiːl/

congeal

凝固
Meaning
to become thick or solid, especially from cooling
Example
The soup began to congeal after being left on the table.
汤开始在桌子上放置后变稠。
B1 noun ˌrek.ə.menˈdeɪ.ʃənz

recommendations

建议
Meaning
Suggestions or proposals as to the best course of action.
Example
The commission submitted their recommendations.
委员会提交了他们的建议。
C1 noun /ˌkɒrəˈneɪʃən/

coronation

加冕礼
Meaning
the act or ceremony of crowning a sovereign or monarch
Example
The coronation of the new king was attended by thousands of people.
新国王的加冕礼有成千上万的人参加。
B1 noun /dɪˈbeɪts/

debates

辩论
Meaning
Formal discussions where different viewpoints are presented and argued.
Example
Debates on governance lasted throughout the session.
关于治理的辩论贯穿了整个会议。
C1 noun /ˌɪnkənˈsɪstənsi/

inconsistency

不一致
Meaning
The quality of being contradictory, irregular, or not staying the same.
Example
There is an inconsistency between his words and actions.
他的话语和行为之间存在不一致。
B2 noun /ˈɔːrɡənaɪzər/

organizer

组织者
Meaning
a person who arranges or coordinates activities, events, or groups; a tool or item used to keep things in order
Example
She worked as the main organizer of the international conference.
她是这次国际会议的主要组织者。
B2 noun /ˈroʊ.lɪŋ pɪn/

Rolling pin

擀面杖
Meaning
a cylindrical tool used for rolling out dough or pastry
Example
Roll the dough flat with a rolling pin.
用擀面杖把面团擀平。
A2 noun /fluː/

flu

流感
Meaning
a contagious viral illness causing fever, aches, and respiratory symptoms; influenza
Example
She stayed home because she had the flu.
她因为得了流感待在家里。
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。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈtɜːrmənəbl/

interminable

无尽
Meaning
Seemingly endless; having no apparent end.
Example
The meeting felt interminable and exhausting.
会议感觉无尽且令人疲惫。
A2 noun /ˈpoʊst ˌɒfɪs/

post office

邮局
Meaning
a public building or agency where mail is sent, received, and other postal services are provided
Example
I went to the post office to mail a package.
我去邮局寄了一个包裹。
C2 adjective /səˈluːtəˌtɔri/

salutatory

欢迎辞
Meaning
Relating to or expressing a greeting or an address, especially at the beginning of a speech.
Example
She delivered a salutatory address at the graduation ceremony.
她在毕业典礼上发表了欢迎辞。
C1 noun /pɒˈstɛrɪti/

posterity

后代
Meaning
All future generations of people.
Example
The monument was built for the benefit of posterity.
这座纪念碑是为后代的利益而建造的。
C2 adjective /ˈnɔɪ.səm/

Noisome

恶臭的; 有害的或令人不快的
Meaning
having an extremely offensive smell; harmful or unpleasant
Example
The noisome smell from the garbage made everyone cover their noses.
垃圾散发出的恶臭让每个人都捂住了鼻子。
A2 adjective /ˈteɪ.sti/

Tasty

美味的
Meaning
having a pleasant flavor; delicious
Example
The pizza was really tasty with fresh ingredients.
这块比萨饼因为新鲜的配料而真的很美味。
C1 noun /ɔːˈrɔːrə/

aurora

极光
Meaning
A natural display of lights in the sky, usually seen in polar regions.
Example
We traveled to Norway to see the northern aurora.
我们去了挪威看北极光。
C1 noun/verb /ˈvɑːrnɪʃ/

varnish

清漆
Meaning
A liquid that is applied to wood or other materials to form a hard, shiny surface; also to apply such a liquid.
Example
The carpenter varnished the table to give it a glossy finish.
木匠给桌子涂了清漆，给它一个光亮的外观。
C1 verb /dɪsˈkʌlər/

discolor

褪色
Meaning
to change color, especially in a way that spoils the original appearance
Example
The fabric began to discolor after being left in the sun.
织物在阳光下被放置后开始褪色。
B1 noun /ˈbraɪd.ɡrʊm/

Bridegroom

新郎
Meaning
a man on his wedding day or just before and after the event
Example
The nervous bridegroom waited at the altar for his bride to arrive.
紧张的新郎站在祭坛前等着他的新娘到来。
A2 noun /əˈbɪləti/

Ability

能力; 技能
Meaning
the power or skill to do something; capacity
Example
She has the ability to solve complex problems.
她有解决复杂问题的能力。
C1 noun /prəˈpoʊnənt/

proponent

支持者, 倡导者
Meaning
a person who advocates for or supports a particular idea, cause, or plan
Example
She is a strong proponent of renewable energy.
她是可再生能源的坚定支持者。
C1 noun /ˈkæviˌæt/

caveat

警告
Meaning
a warning or condition to be considered before taking action
Example
The proposal was accepted with one caveat.
该提案在附带警告的情况下被接受。
C1 verb /ˈtɛðər/

tether

绑住
Meaning
To tie an animal with a rope or chain so it cannot move far.
Example
The farmer tethered the goat to a post.
农民把山羊绑在柱子上。
C1 adjective prəˈtræk.tɪd

protracted

延长的, 持久的, 拉长的
Meaning
Lasting for a long time or longer than expected or usual.
Example
The negotiations were protracted over months.
谈判持续了几个月。
C1 noun /ˌbaɪˈlæt.ər.əl nɪˌɡəʊ.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃənz/

bilateral negotiations

双边谈判
Meaning
Negotiations or discussions between two parties, typically countries or organizations.
Example
Bilateral negotiations resolve disputes.
双边谈判解决争议。
C2 noun/verb /ˈkʌdʒ.əl/

cudgel

棍棒
Meaning
A short, thick stick used as a weapon; to beat with a cudgel.
Example
The guard used a cudgel to chase away the thief.
警卫用棍棒把小偷赶走。
C2 noun /ˈkwɪzlɪŋ/

quisling

叛徒
Meaning
A traitor who collaborates with an enemy force occupying their country.
Example
During the war, he was branded a quisling for aiding the invaders.
在战争期间，他因帮助入侵者而被贴上了“奎斯林”标签。
C2 adjective /ˈprɪɡɪʃ/

priggish

自以为是的道德主义者
Meaning
self-righteously moralistic and superior
Example
He came across as priggish when correcting everyone's manners.
当他纠正每个人的行为时，他显得很自以为是的道德主义者。
C2 noun /ˈkwɔːrtoʊ/

quarto

四折书
Meaning
A book size resulting from folding each printed sheet into four leaves (eight pages).
Example
The library has rare Shakespeare quartos.
图书馆里有稀有的莎士比亚四折书。
C2 noun /ˈætəmaɪzər/

atomizer

喷雾器
Meaning
A device that sprays liquid into a fine mist.
Example
She used an atomizer to apply the perfume evenly.
她使用喷雾器均匀地涂抹香水。
A2 noun /ˈmɛnjuː/

menu

菜单
Meaning
A list of food and drinks available at a restaurant or offered at a meal.
Example
The restaurant updated its menu with new dishes.
餐厅更新了他们的菜单，加入了新菜肴。
A2 noun /ˈɪndʒəri/

injury

伤害
Meaning
Harm or damage to a person’s body caused by an accident or attack.
Example
He suffered a serious injury during the football match.
他在足球比赛中受了重伤。
C1 adjective ˈluː.sɪd

lucid

清晰且易于理解
Meaning
Clear and easily understandable thoughts or explanations.
Example
His explanation was so lucid that everyone understood it.
他的解释如此清晰，以至于每个人都理解了。
B2 noun /ˈwɔː.tər pɒt/

Water pot

水壶
Meaning
a container used for storing or carrying water
Example
The water pot in the kitchen was filled with fresh drinking water.
厨房里的水壶装满了新鲜的饮用水。
B1 adjective; verb (past and past participle of prepare) /prɪˈpɛrd/

prepared

准备好的
Meaning
made ready in advance; having made plans or taken steps beforehand
Example
She was fully prepared for the final exam.
她已经为期末考试做好了充分准备。
C2 noun /prəˈlɪksɪti/

prolixity

冗长
Meaning
the quality of being tediously wordy and long
Example
The book’s prolixity made it difficult to read in one sitting.
这本书的冗长使得在一次阅读中读完变得困难。
B1 adjective /ˈmen.təl/

Mental

心理的
Meaning
relating to the mind; intellectual; psychological
Example
She has strong mental health and resilience.
她的心理健康和韧性很强。
C2 noun /priːˈɛmɪnəns/

preeminence

卓越
Meaning
The fact of surpassing all others; superiority.
Example
The university has gained preeminence in medical research.
该大学在医学研究中已获得卓越地位。
B2 noun; adjective /ˌnɒnˈprɒfɪt/

non-profit

非营利的
Meaning
an organization that does not operate for profit and reinvests surplus to achieve social goals; not intended to make financial profit
Example
She works for a non-profit that provides free education to underprivileged children.
她在一个非营利组织工作，为弱势儿童提供免费教育。
B1 noun ˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃənz

Generations

几代人
Meaning
All of the people born and living at about the same time, regarded collectively.
Example
The family tree spans several generations.
家族树跨越了好几代。
C1 adjective /sɪmˈplɪstɪk/

simplistic

过于简化的
Meaning
treating complex issues as if they were much simpler than they really are
Example
His explanation was too simplistic and ignored key details.
他的解释过于简化，忽略了关键的细节。
C1 verb /skwiːl/

squeal

尖叫
Meaning
to make a high-pitched cry; to inform on someone
Example
The children squealed with delight when they saw the surprise.
孩子们看到惊喜时高兴地尖叫。
B2 verb /blɪŋk/

blink

眨眼
Meaning
to close and open the eyes quickly.
Example
She blinked rapidly to clear the dust from her eyes.
她迅速眨眼清除眼中的灰尘。
C2 verb /ˈrævəl/

ravel

缠绕 / 解开
Meaning
to tangle or complicate; to untangle or unravel depending on context
Example
She began to ravel the loose threads of the sweater.
她开始解开毛衣上的松线。
C2 verb /əˈbɛt/

abet

Meaning
to encourage or assist someone to commit a crime or wrongdoing
Example
He was accused of abetting the criminals in their escape.
C1 verb, noun /miˈændər/

meander

漫游
Meaning
to wander aimlessly or follow a winding course
Example
We meandered through the old streets of the city.
我们在城市的老街道上漫步。
C1 noun /səˈlɛmnɪti/

solemnity

庄严
Meaning
the state or quality of being serious and dignified
Example
The ceremony was conducted with great solemnity.
仪式在庄严的气氛中进行。
B2 noun /ˈtreɪdmɑːrk/

trademark

商标
Meaning
a symbol, word, or words legally registered or established by use as representing a company or product
Example
The company’s logo is its trademark.
公司的标志就是它的商标。
A2 adjective /ˈsɪli/

Silly

傻; 愚蠢
Meaning
foolish; lacking good sense or judgement
Example
Don't be silly, of course you can do it!
别傻了，当然你可以做到！
A2 verb /saɪn/

sign

签名
Meaning
to write your name on something to show agreement or approval; to make a gesture with meaning
Example
Please sign the contract at the bottom of the page.
请在页面底部签署合同。
B2 noun /ɪnˈθuziæst/

enthusiast

爱好者
Meaning
a person who is very interested in a particular activity or subject
Example
He is a football enthusiast and watches every match.
他是一个足球爱好者，看每一场比赛。
C1 adverb /ˈaʊtwədli/

Outwardly

表面上; 外观上;
Meaning
on the surface; externally; in appearance
Example
Outwardly, he seemed calm, but inside he was nervous.
表面上，他看起来很冷静，但内心却很紧张。
C1 noun /ˈbɪtər ɡɔːrd/

Bitter Gourd

苦瓜
Meaning
a green, bumpy vegetable with a very bitter taste, known for its medicinal properties
Example
Bitter gourd is excellent for controlling blood sugar levels.
苦瓜对于控制血糖水平非常有效。
B1 noun ˈsɪs.təmz

systems

系统
Meaning
A set of connected things or parts forming a complex whole.
Example
Effective systems improve productivity.
有效的系统提高了生产力。
B2 adjective /bɪˈzɑːr/

bizarre

离奇
Meaning
very strange or unusual, especially so as to cause interest or amusement
Example
He told a bizarre story that no one could believe.
他讲了一个离奇的故事，没有人能相信。
B2 adjective /əˈɡriːəbl/

Agreeable

宜人; 令人愉快; 迷人; 愿意同意
Meaning
pleasant; enjoyable; delightful; willing to agree
Example
The weather is very agreeable today.
今天的天气非常宜人。
C1 noun /ˌɪntərˈdʒɛkʃən/

interjection

感叹词
Meaning
a word or phrase used to express sudden emotion or reaction, often standing alone
Example
Words like 'wow' and 'ouch' are common interjections in English.
像 '哇' 和 '哎呀' 这样的词是英语中常见的感叹词。
C2 noun /juːˈkeɪs/

ukase

法令
Meaning
An authoritative decree or order, especially one issued by a sovereign or government.
Example
The czar issued a ukase restricting the freedom of the press.
沙皇发布了一项限制新闻自由的法令。
A1 noun/adjective/adverb /ˌaʊtˈsaɪd/

outside

外面
Meaning
the external part or surface of something; beyond the boundary
Example
Children were playing outside in the yard.
孩子们在院子外面玩。
B2 verb /ɪnˈdʒɛkt/

inject

注射
Meaning
To introduce a substance, especially a drug, into the body using a needle.
Example
The nurse will inject the vaccine into the patient's arm.
护士将疫苗注射到病人的手臂中。
C2 adjective, noun /ˈɡreɪtɪŋ/

grating

刺耳的声音 / 金属栅栏
Meaning
Harsh and unpleasant to the senses, especially sound; a framework of bars covering an opening.
Example
The teacher's grating voice made it hard to concentrate.
老师刺耳的声音让集中注意力变得困难。
B2 noun /ˈmʌs.tərd/

Mustard

芥末
Meaning
A pungent seed or condiment made from ground mustard seeds
Example
She added mustard seeds to the curry for extra flavor.
她将芥末种子加入咖喱中，以增添更多风味。
C1 verb, noun /ˈɡrɪməs/

grimace

鬼脸
Meaning
to make an ugly, twisted expression on one's face, usually in disgust or pain
Example
He grimaced when he tasted the sour fruit.
他品尝到酸果实时做了一个鬼脸。
C2 adjective /əˈskjuː/

askew

歪斜
Meaning
Not in a straight or level position; crooked or tilted.
Example
The picture on the wall hung slightly askew.
墙上的画稍微歪斜。
C1 noun /ˈræmpɑːrt/

rampart

城墙
Meaning
a defensive wall of a castle or fort
Example
The soldiers stood on the rampart, watching the enemy approach.
士兵们站在城墙上，观察着敌人的接近。
B2 noun /ˈsætaɪər/

satire

讽刺
Meaning
The use of humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize people's stupidity or vices.
Example
The play was a brilliant satire on modern politics.
这出戏是对现代政治的精彩讽刺。
B1 noun ɪˈnɪʃətɪv

initiative

倡议
Meaning
An act or strategy intended to resolve a difficulty or improve a situation; a fresh approach to something.
Example
NASA's initiative to return humans to the Moon is ambitious.
美国宇航局将人类送上月球的创意是雄心勃勃的。
B2 verb /dɒdʒ/

dodge

躲避
Meaning
to move quickly to one side to avoid something; to avoid dealing with something cleverly or dishonestly
Example
The boxer managed to dodge his opponent's punch.
拳击手成功躲开了对手的拳头。
C2 noun /ˈhɛfər/

heifer

小母牛
Meaning
a young cow that has not borne a calf
Example
The farmer raised a heifer for dairy production.
农民为乳制品生产养了一头小母牛。
C2 adjective /ˌpaɪroʊˈtɛknɪk/

pyrotechnic

烟火技术
Meaning
Relating to fireworks or spectacular displays involving fire.
Example
The city celebrated with a grand pyrotechnic display on New Year's Eve.
这座城市在新年前夕举办了盛大的烟火技术展示。
B1 noun hoʊm əˈplaɪ.ənsɪz

home appliances

家用电器
Meaning
Electrical devices and machines used in households for daily tasks and convenience.
Example
Modern home appliances enhance convenience.
现代家用电器提升了便利性。
C2 adjective /ˈspaɪnəs/

spinous

多刺的
Meaning
Having spines or thorn-like projections
Example
The spinous cactus was difficult to handle without gloves.
这个有刺的仙人掌没有手套很难拿。
C1 adjective ˌkwɪn.tɪˈsen.ʃəl

quintessential

典型的完美或典型的例子
Meaning
representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.
Example
The artist's work is the quintessential example of modernism.
艺术家的作品是现代主义的典型示例。
C1 verb /ˈɪnfɪltreɪt/

infiltrate

渗透
Meaning
to secretly enter or gain access to a place or group
Example
The spies managed to infiltrate the enemy base.
间谍们设法渗透敌人基地。
B2 noun /ˌdiː.haɪˈdreɪʃən/

dehydration

脱水
Meaning
A condition in which the body or tissue lacks adequate water content.
Example
Dehydration can lead to fatigue and confusion.
脱水可能导致疲劳和困惑。
C1 adjective /fəˈnætɪk/

Fanatic

狂热者
Meaning
extremely passionate about something; showing excessive enthusiasm or devotion
Example
He is a fanatic supporter of his football team.
他是他足球队的狂热支持者。
C1 noun prɪˌsɪp.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən

precipitation

降水
Meaning
Rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to or condenses on the ground.
Example
Annual precipitation levels are decreasing.
年度降水量正在减少。
C2 noun, verb /ˈpɑːrli/

parley

谈判
Meaning
a discussion between opposing sides, especially to negotiate terms
Example
The generals met to parley over the terms of surrender.
将军们会面商讨投降的条件。
C2 noun/adjective /ˈæl.əˌbæs.tər/

alabaster

白色矿石（类似石膏的矿物）
Meaning
A fine-grained, usually white variety of gypsum, often used for carving; also describes something smooth and pale like alabaster.
Example
The statue was carved from pure alabaster.
雕像是用纯净的阿拉巴斯特雕刻的。
B1 noun /ˈɑː.lɪv/

Olive

橄榄
Meaning
a small oval fruit with a hard pit, typically green or black, used for eating or making oil
Example
Olive oil is considered one of the healthiest cooking oils available.
橄榄油被认为是最健康的烹饪油之一。
C2 noun /prəˈtuːbərəns/

protuberance

肿块
Meaning
A rounded swelling or lump on a surface.
Example
The doctor examined the small protuberance on his arm.
医生检查了他手臂上的小肿块。
C2 adjective /ˈɡɔːki/

gawky

笨拙
Meaning
Awkward and clumsy in appearance or behavior.
Example
The teenager felt gawky in his oversized suit.
那个青少年在他的大西装里感到笨拙。
A2 verb /rɪˈmaɪnd/

remind

提醒
Meaning
to cause someone to remember something
Example
Please remind me to call her tomorrow.
请提醒我明天打电话给她。
C1 noun /ˈɒptɪks/

optics

光学
Meaning
The branch of physics dealing with light and vision.
Example
She studied optics to understand how lenses work.
她学习了光学，以了解镜头是如何工作的。
C1 noun /ˈwɔː.tər ˈtʃes.nʌt/

Water Chestnut

水栗
Meaning
aquatic plant with edible white crisp tubers
Example
Water chestnuts add a nice crunch to stir-fry dishes.
水栗为炒菜增添了愉快的脆感。
A1 verb /lʊk/

look

看
Meaning
to direct your eyes to see something; to appear or seem
Example
Look at the beautiful sunset in the sky.
看看天上的美丽日落。
C2 noun /əbˈsɪdiən/

obsidian

黑曜石 (黑色的玻璃状火山岩)
Meaning
A hard, dark, glasslike volcanic rock formed by rapid solidification of lava.
Example
The knife was made from sharp obsidian.
刀是由锋利的黑曜石制成的。
B2 noun /ˈbrɛkdaʊn/

breakdown

故障
Meaning
a failure or collapse of a system or machinery
Example
The car had a breakdown on the highway.
车子在高速公路上发生了故障。
B2 verb /ˈɛskɔrt/

escort

护送
Meaning
to accompany someone; to guide or protect while going somewhere
Example
The guard escorted the visitor to the office.
卫兵护送来访者到办公室。
B2 noun/verb /ˈfɒs.tər.ɪŋ/

fostering

培养
Meaning
The process of encouraging or promoting the development or growth of something; nurturing and caring for.
Example
Good teachers play a key role in fostering creativity in students.
好老师在促进学生创造力方面发挥着关键作用。
C1 adjective /ˌjuːtɪlɪˈtɛəriən/

utilitarian

Meaning
Designed to be useful or practical rather than attractive; relating to the doctrine that actions are right if they are useful or for the benefit of a majority.
Example
The building had a simple utilitarian design.
B1 noun /kluː/

clue

线索
Meaning
a piece of evidence or information used in the detection of a crime or solving a puzzle
Example
The detective found a clue near the window.
侦探在窗户附近找到了线索。
B2 noun /ˈbev.ər.ɪdʒ/

Beverage

饮料
Meaning
a drink, especially one other than water
Example
Would you like a hot or cold beverage with your meal?
你想要和你的餐一起喝热的还是冷的饮料？
C1 noun /weɪ/

Whey

乳清
Meaning
the watery part of milk that separates from the curds when making cheese
Example
Whey protein is popular among athletes and bodybuilders.
乳清蛋白在运动员和健美选手中非常受欢迎。
B2 noun /ɪkˈses/

Excess

过剩; 多余
Meaning
an amount of something that is more than necessary, permitted, or desirable
Example
The excess food from the party was donated to the local shelter.
派对剩余的食物被捐赠给了当地的庇护所。
C2 noun /skʌlˈdʌɡəri/

skulduggery

欺诈
Meaning
underhanded or dishonest behavior
Example
The politician was accused of financial skulduggery.
这位政治家因金融欺诈而受到指控。
B2 adjective aɪˈkɒnɪk

iconic

标志性的
Meaning
Very famous or popular, especially being considered to represent particular opinions or a particular time.
Example
The line "It was the best of times..." is iconic.
那句 "这是最美好的时光..." 是标志性的。
C1 noun /ɪnˈhɛrɪtər/

inheritor

继承人
Meaning
a person who receives money, property, or a title when someone dies
Example
She became the inheritor of her family's estate.
她成为了家族财产的继承人。
C2 adjective /ˌʌnəˈsweɪdʒd/

unassuaged

未缓解
Meaning
Not made less intense or relieved; unrelieved.
Example
His grief remained unassuaged despite the passage of time.
他的痛苦尽管时间流逝依然未缓解。
A2 noun /ˈɡɑːr.dən.ər/

Gardener

园丁
Meaning
a person who tends and cultivates a garden
Example
The gardener planted beautiful flowers in the backyard.
园丁在后院种下了美丽的花朵。
B1 noun /ˈfiːdbæk/

feedback

反馈
Meaning
information or opinions about how well someone is doing something
Example
She asked her teacher for feedback on her essay.
她向老师请求关于她作文的反馈。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈriːzənəbəl/

unreasonable

不合理的
Meaning
not guided by reason or fairness; excessive or extreme beyond what is acceptable
Example
The manager made an unreasonable demand that no one could realistically meet.
经理提出了一个不合理的要求。
C2 adjective /ˌnɒndɪˈskrɪpt/

nondescript

无特色
Meaning
Lacking distinctive or interesting features; dull and unremarkable.
Example
He lives in a nondescript apartment building on the edge of town.
他住在市区边缘的一座无特色的公寓楼里。
C2 noun əˌdʌl.təˈreɪ.ʃən

adulteration

掺假
Meaning
The action of making something poorer in quality by the addition of another substance.
Example
Adulteration of food is a serious health risk.
食品掺假是一个严重的健康风险。
C1 noun /taɪˈkuːn/

tycoon

富豪
Meaning
a wealthy, powerful businessperson
Example
The real estate tycoon invested in several skyscrapers.
房地产富豪投资了多座摩天大楼。
A1 preposition /wɪð/

with

与
Meaning
indicating the person or thing that is accompanying or involved with someone or something else
Example
She went to the market with her friend.
她和朋友一起去了市场。