C1 adjective /ˈkæn.dɪd/

Candid

坦诚; 直率; 诚实

Meaning

truthful and straightforward; frank and honest in expression

Example

I appreciate your candid opinion about the project.

我很欣赏你对这个项目的坦诚意见。

C1 noun /ˈkriː.dəns/

credence

可信度, 信任

Meaning

belief in or acceptance of something as true

Example

The witness gave credence to the defendant's alibi.

证人给予被告的不在场证明可信度。

B2 noun /ˈklaɪ.mæks/

Climax

高潮

Meaning

the most intense, exciting, or important point of something; the highest or most intense point in a process

Example

The movie reached its climax during the final battle scene.

电影在最后的战斗场面中达到了高潮。

A2 noun/verb /ˈkɒntækt/

contact

联系

Meaning

Communication or connection with someone.

Example

You should contact your doctor if symptoms persist.

如果症状持续，您应该联系您的医生。

C1 verb /kəˈrəʊd/

corrode

腐蚀

Meaning

to gradually destroy or wear away metal or other materials through chemical action

Example

The iron pipes corroded over time due to exposure to water.

铁管因暴露在水中而随着时间的推移而腐蚀。

C1 noun /kjʊˈreɪtər/

curator

策展人

Meaning

a person who is responsible for the care and management of a museum, gallery, or collection

Example

The curator organized a new exhibition of ancient artifacts.

策展人组织了一个新的古代文物展览。

B2 verb /ˌkoʊ.ɪnˈsaɪd/

coincide

同时发生

Meaning

To occur at the same time or to be in agreement.

Example

The meeting coincided with her birthday.

会议与她的生日重合。

B1 adjective /ˈkɜːrli/

curly

卷曲的

Meaning

having curls or waves; shaped with bends or coils

Example

She has naturally curly hair.

她有自然的卷曲头发。

C1 noun /kəˈres/

Caress

抚摸

Meaning

a gentle or loving touch

Example

The mother's gentle caress calmed the crying baby.

母亲温柔的抚摸使哭泣的婴儿平静下来。

C2 noun /ˌkʌmˈʌpəns/

comeuppance

应得的惩罚

Meaning

A deserved punishment or fate; just deserts.

Example

The corrupt official finally got his comeuppance in court.

那个腐败的官员最终在法庭上得到了他的应得的惩罚。

C1 noun /ˈsɛtərə/

cetera

等等

Meaning

Latin for 'the rest' or 'others'; commonly used in the phrase 'et cetera' meaning 'and so on'.

Example

We need to buy pens, paper, notebooks, et cetera.

我们需要购买钢笔、纸张、笔记本等等。

C1 adjective /ˌkɒzməˈpɒlɪtən/

cosmopolitan

全球化

Meaning

familiar with and at ease in many different countries and cultures

Example

He has a cosmopolitan outlook due to his extensive travels.

由于他的广泛旅行，他拥有全球化的视野。

B2 noun /ˈkɒn.ʃəs.nəs/

consciousness

意识

Meaning

The state of being aware of and able to think about one's existence, sensations, thoughts, and surroundings.

Example

Meditation helps improve consciousness and clarity of thought.

冥想有助于提高意识和思维的清晰度。

C1 noun kəˈmɑːnd ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi

command economy

计划经济

Meaning

An economic system where economic activities are controlled by the government.

Example

In a command economy, the government controls production and prices.

在计划经济中，政府控制生产和价格。

C1 noun /kræɡ/

crag

陡峭的悬崖或岩石面

Meaning

a steep or rugged cliff or rock face

Example

The hikers climbed the jagged crag to reach the summit.

远足者攀登陡峭的岩石面到达山顶。

A2 noun /ˈsɪɡəˌrɛt/

cigarette

香烟

Meaning

a small roll of finely cut tobacco wrapped in paper for smoking

Example

He lit a cigarette after dinner.

他在晚餐后点燃了一支香烟。

C2 adjective /kəmˈbʌstɪbəl/

combustible

可燃的

Meaning

Capable of catching fire and burning easily.

Example

Dry leaves are highly combustible.

干叶子非常易燃。

A2 adjective, noun /tʃaɪˈniːz/

chinese

中国的

Meaning

relating to China, its people, or its language

Example

We went to a Chinese restaurant last night.

我们昨晚去了一个中国餐厅。

B1 adjective ˈkrɪtɪkəl

critical

关键的

Meaning

Extremely important; at a point of crisis or urgency.

Example

Addressing critical issues in education is imperative.

解决教育中的关键问题是至关重要的。

C2 noun /kəˈleɪʃən/

collation

汇编

Meaning

the act of collecting, comparing, and arranging in proper order

Example

The librarian spent hours on the collation of old manuscripts.

图书馆员花了几个小时整理古老的手稿。

C1 noun /ˈkæv.əl.ri/

Cavalry

骑兵

Meaning

soldiers who fight on horseback; the part of an army formerly composed of troops on horseback

Example

The cavalry charged across the field with great speed.

骑兵以极快的速度冲过了田野。

C1 noun /ˈkɔːrdən/

cordon

警戒线

Meaning

a line or circle of police, soldiers, or guards preventing access

Example

The police set up a cordon around the crime scene.

警方在犯罪现场周围设立了封锁线。

C1 adjective /kənˈtɪn.ju.əl/

Continual

持续的；不停的

Meaning

happening repeatedly over a long period of time; constant and uninterrupted

Example

The continual noise from the construction site was very annoying.

来自建筑工地的持续噪音非常让人烦恼。

B1 adjective /ˈtʃɪli/

chilly

寒冷

Meaning

uncomfortably or unpleasantly cold

Example

It was a chilly morning in December.

十二月的早晨很寒冷。

C2 noun /ˈklɪpər/

clipper

理发器 / 19世纪快速航行的船只

Meaning

a tool used for cutting, or a fast sailing ship of the 19th century

Example

The barber used clippers to trim his hair.

理发师用理发器修剪了他的头发。

C2 verb /ˈtʃɔːrtl/

chortle

轻松愉快地笑

Meaning

to laugh in a breathy, gleeful way

Example

The audience chortled at the comedian's witty remarks.

观众听到喜剧演员的机智评论后发出咯咯的笑声。

B2 noun /ˈklʌstər/

cluster

串

Meaning

a group of similar things or people positioned close together

Example

The grapes grew in a tight cluster.

葡萄在一个紧密的串中生长。

C1 adjective /ˈkɒnvɛks/

convex

凸的，向外弯曲的

Meaning

curved or rounded outward

Example

The lens has a convex shape to focus light.

该镜片具有凸形状以聚焦光线。

B1 noun /ˈkær.ə.væn/

Caravan

大篷车

Meaning

a group of people traveling together, especially through desert areas

Example

The merchant caravan crossed the desert with camels carrying precious goods.

商人队伍穿越沙漠，驼背上载着贵重的货物。

A2 noun /ˈkæb.ɪdʒ/

Cabbage

卷心菜

Meaning

a cultivated plant eaten as a vegetable, having thick green or purple leaves surrounding a spherical heart

Example

She chopped the fresh cabbage to make coleslaw for dinner.

她切了新鲜的卷心菜，准备做沙拉。

B2 verb /kənˈfɔːrm/

conform

遵守

Meaning

To comply with rules, standards, or laws.

Example

Students must conform to the school regulations.

学生必须遵守学校的规定。

A2 adjective /ˈklɛvər/

clever

聪明，机智

Meaning

Quick to understand, learn, and devise ideas or solutions; intelligent.

Example

She is clever enough to solve the puzzle quickly.

她足够聪明，可以快速解开谜题。

B2 noun /krɑk pɑt/

Crock pot

慢炖锅

Meaning

an electric cooking pot that cooks food slowly at low temperatures

Example

I put the chicken and vegetables in the crock pot before going to work.

我在上班前把鸡肉和蔬菜放入慢炖锅中。

B1 noun /səˈlɛbrɪti/

celebrity

名人

Meaning

a famous person, especially in entertainment or sports

Example

The celebrity was surrounded by fans at the airport.

这位名人在机场被粉丝围住了。

B2 noun /ˈkʌlprɪt/

culprit

罪犯

Meaning

a person who is responsible for a crime or misdeed

Example

The police caught the culprit behind the robbery.

警察抓住了抢劫案背后的罪犯。

C1 noun /kəmˈpʌl.ʃən/

Compulsion

强迫; 强制;

Meaning

the action or state of forcing or being forced to do something; an irresistible urge to behave in a certain way

Example

He felt a strong compulsion to check his phone every few minutes.

他感到强烈的冲动，每隔几分钟就检查一次手机。

A2 adjective /ˈtʃɪə.fəl/

Cheerful

愉快的; 乐观的; 充满喜悦

Meaning

happy and optimistic; full of joy and good spirits; bright and lively

Example

She has a cheerful personality that brightens everyone's day.

她有一个愉快的个性，照亮了每个人的日子。

B2 adjective /ˈkɒm.pɪ.tənt/

Competent

有能力的; 能干的

Meaning

having the necessary skill or knowledge to do something successfully; capable

Example

She is a competent manager who handles all tasks efficiently.

她是一个能干的经理，能够高效地处理所有任务。

C2 noun /kəˈraʊzl/

carousal

喧闹的聚会

Meaning

A noisy or lively drinking party or festivity.

Example

They were exhausted after a night of wild carousal.

他们在一晚狂欢的喧闹聚会后感到筋疲力尽。

C1 noun /ˈkæn.dɚ/

candor

坦诚

Meaning

The quality of being open, honest, and straightforward in speech or expression.

Example

She spoke with candor about the challenges she faced.

她坦诚地谈论了她面临的挑战。

B1 noun ˈtʃeə.pɜː.sən

chairperson

主席

Meaning

A person who is in charge of a meeting or organization; the presiding officer of a committee, board, or organization.

Example

The chairperson ensures procedural integrity.

主席确保程序的完整性。

B2 noun /kənˈdʒʌŋkʃən/

conjunction

连词

Meaning

a word used to connect clauses or sentences, or to coordinate words

Example

The words 'and' and 'but' are common conjunctions.

'和' 和 '但是' 是常见的连词。

C2 noun /ˈkætəˌklɪzəm/

cataclysm

灾难

Meaning

A sudden and violent event that causes great destruction or upheaval.

Example

The earthquake was a cataclysm that reshaped the city.

地震是一个重新塑造城市的灾难。

A2 noun /ˈtʃer.i/

Cherry

樱桃

Meaning

a small round red or black fruit with a hard seed inside

Example

She picked fresh cherries from the tree in her garden.

她从花园的树上摘下了新鲜的樱桃。

C1 verb /kənˈviːn/

convene

集合，召集会议或集会

Meaning

to come together or assemble, especially for a meeting or formal gathering

Example

The board will convene tomorrow to discuss the new policy.

董事会将在明天召开，讨论新的政策。

B1 noun /ˈsɪt.ɪ.zənz/

citizens

公民

Meaning

A legally recognized subject or national of a state or commonwealth.

Example

Citizens must follow pollution regulations.

公民必须遵守污染法规。

A2 verb /kənˈsɪdər/

consider

考虑

Meaning

to think carefully about something, especially before making a decision

Example

She is considering studying abroad next year.

她正在考虑明年出国留学。

C1 adjective /kənˈvɜːrdʒənt/

convergent

汇聚的

Meaning

tending to move toward a common point or result

Example

The two rivers have a convergent path before entering the lake.

这两条河流在进入湖泊之前有一条汇聚路径。

A2 adverb /ˈsɜː.tən.li/

Certainly

肯定

Meaning

without doubt; definitely; used to agree or give permission

Example

I will certainly help you with this project.

我一定会帮助你完成这个项目。

A2 noun /klʌb/

club

俱乐部

Meaning

an organization of people with a common interest; also a place for social gatherings or entertainment

Example

He joined the local tennis club to meet new people.

他加入了当地的网球俱乐部，以结识新朋友。

C2 noun /ˈkærəm/

Carom

孜然

Meaning

aromatic seeds of a plant used as a spice, especially in Indian cooking

Example

Carom seeds are often used in traditional Indian bread recipes.

孜然种子经常用于传统的印度面包食谱中。

C1 noun kənˈsɔː.ti.əm

consortium

联合体

Meaning

An association of several companies or organizations formed to undertake an enterprise beyond the resources of any one member.

Example

The consortium worked collaboratively to build the cable.

该联盟协同合作建设了电缆。

C2 adjective /kənˈdʌktəbl̩/

conductible

导电的

Meaning

capable of being conducted, especially electricity or heat

Example

Copper is highly conductible to electricity.

铜的导电性很高。

B1 adjective /kəmˈpetətɪv/

competitive

竞争的

Meaning

relating to or characterized by competition; having a strong desire to win or be more successful

Example

She has a competitive spirit that drives her to excel.

她有一种竞争精神，推动她追求卓越。

B2 noun, adjective /ˈkɒrəl/

coral

珊瑚

Meaning

a hard, rock-like marine organism formed by tiny sea animals; a pinkish-orange color resembling coral

Example

The coral in the reef provides shelter for many sea creatures.

珊瑚礁中的珊瑚为许多海洋生物提供庇护。

A2 noun /tʃɜːrtʃ/

church

教堂

Meaning

a building used for public Christian worship

Example

The old church in the village was built in the 18th century.

村里的古老教堂建于18世纪。

B1 noun /ˈkrɪtɪˌsɪzəm/

criticism

批评

Meaning

The expression of disapproval or judgment of the merits of something

Example

The new policy has faced a lot of criticism from the public.

新政策面临来自公众的批评。

B1 noun kəˈmɪt.mənts

commitments

承诺

Meaning

Formal pledges or promises to do something, especially in terms of obligations or agreements.

Example

Global commitments to renewable energy are increasing.

全球对可再生能源的承诺正在增加。

C1 adjective ˌkɑːr.sɪ.nəˈdʒen.ɪk

carcinogenic

致癌的

Meaning

Having the potential to cause cancer in living tissue.

Example

Processed meat contains carcinogenic compounds.

加工肉类含有致癌的化合物。

B2 noun kjuːz

cues

线索

Meaning

Signals or hints from conversation or environment that help understanding

Example

Facial expressions provide cues about a person's emotions.

面部表情提供关于一个人情绪的线索。

C2 noun /ˌkɒnsæŋˈɡwɪnɪti/

consanguinity

血缘关系

Meaning

The fact of being descended from the same ancestor; blood relationship.

Example

The degree of consanguinity was important in inheritance laws.

继承法中，血缘关系的程度至关重要。

A2 noun /ˈsɛlˌfoʊn/

cellphone

手机

Meaning

a portable telephone that uses a cellular network for wireless communication

Example

She forgot her cellphone at home and couldn’t call anyone.

她把手机忘在家里了，没法给任何人打电话。

B2 adjective /ˈkɒn.trər.i/

Contrary

相反的; 反对的;

Meaning

opposite in nature, direction, or meaning; completely different

Example

Contrary to popular belief, cats can be very social animals.

与流行的看法相反，猫可以是非常社交的动物。

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。

C2 verb /kəˈraʊz/

carouse

狂欢

Meaning

to drink and enjoy oneself noisily, often with others

Example

They stayed up all night to carouse after the victory.

他们在胜利后整夜狂欢。

B1 noun ˈtʃæt.dʒiː.piː.tiː

ChatGPT

基于语言的人工智能模型

Meaning

A language-based artificial intelligence model designed for conversational interactions.

Example

ChatGPT helps users generate human-like text efficiently.

ChatGPT帮助用户高效生成类似人类的文本。

C2 adjective /ˌkæləˈrɪfɪk/

calorific

高热量的

Meaning

Relating to the amount of energy contained in food or fuel.

Example

Chocolate is highly calorific, so it should be eaten in moderation.

巧克力热量很高，所以应该适量食用。

B2 noun /kriːk/

creek

小溪

Meaning

a small stream or narrow river

Example

We went fishing by the creek near our house.

我们在离家很近的小溪旁钓鱼。

C1 noun /ˈkævərn/

cavern

洞穴

Meaning

a large cave or chamber in a cave

Example

The explorers entered a dark cavern beneath the mountain.

探险者进入了山下的一个黑暗洞穴。

C1 noun /ʃəˈmiːz/

Chemise

睡裙

Meaning

a woman's loose-fitting undergarment or dress hanging straight from the shoulders

Example

The vintage chemise was made of delicate lace and silk.

这款复古睡裙由精美的蕾丝和丝绸制成。

A1 noun /klɑːs/

class

班级

Meaning

a group of students taught together or a category of people or things with shared characteristics

Example

Our class meets every morning at nine.

我们的班级每天早上九点见面。

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 adjective /kɔːrs/

coarse

粗糙, 粗鲁

Meaning

Rough in texture or manner; not smooth or refined.

Example

The fabric felt coarse to the touch.

这块布料摸起来很粗糙。

A2 noun /ˈkænsər/

cancer

癌症

Meaning

A disease in which abnormal cells divide uncontrollably and destroy body tissue.

Example

Smoking is a leading cause of lung cancer.

吸烟是导致肺癌的主要原因。

C2 adjective /ˈtʃɛəri/

chary

谨慎

Meaning

cautious or wary about doing something

Example

She was chary of investing in the new business venture.

她对投资新业务感到谨慎。

B1 noun /ˈkɒtən/

cotton

幸福

Meaning

A soft white fibrous substance used to make cloth and thread.

Example

This shirt is made of pure cotton.

当她收到奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。

C2 noun /ˈkeɪ.nə.naɪt/

canaanite

迦南人

Meaning

a member of a people who lived in the ancient land of Canaan in the Middle East

Example

The Canaanites were known for their advanced trade networks.

迦南人以其先进的贸易网络而闻名。

C1 noun /ˈkærɪkətjʊə/

caricature

讽刺画

Meaning

A picture or description that exaggerates certain features for comic or satirical effect.

Example

The magazine published a caricature of the politician.

杂志发布了政治家的讽刺画。

C1 noun/verb /ˈkætəpʌlt/

catapult

弹射器

Meaning

A device for launching objects at high speed; to hurl or launch something suddenly.

Example

The invention catapulted him to international fame.

发明将他弹射到国际声誉。

B2 noun /ˈsɛnsəs/

census

人口普查

Meaning

An official count or survey of a population, typically recording various details of individuals.

Example

The government conducted a census to update demographic data.

政府进行了人口普查，以更新人口统计数据。

C2 noun /kəˈlɒsəti/

callosity

粗厚的皮肤

Meaning

A thickened or hardened area of skin; insensitivity or hardness of character.

Example

Years of manual labor left callosity on his hands.

多年的体力劳动使他的手上留下了厚皮。

B2 noun /ˈkɑːmpaʊnd/

compound

化合物 / 封闭区域

Meaning

a thing that is composed of two or more separate elements; an enclosed area with buildings

Example

The scientist studied the chemical compound in the lab.

科学家在实验室研究了化学化合物。

C1 noun /kəˈnʌn.drəm/

conundrum

复杂的问题或谜题

Meaning

A complex problem or puzzle without an easy solution

Example

The ethical conundrum puzzled the researchers.

这个道德困境让研究人员感到困惑。

Meaning

a common breakfast food made from processed grains such as wheat, oats, or corn

Example

She eats a bowl of cereal every morning before work.

B1 noun /ˈtʃɛərmən/

chairman

幸福

Meaning

the leader or head of a meeting, committee, or organization

Example

The chairman opened the meeting with a short speech.

当她获得奖项时，她无法隐藏自己的幸福。

B1 noun kəˈmjuːnɪti ˈprəʊɡræmz

Community Programs

社区项目

Meaning

Organized activities involving local groups to promote environmental conservation.

Example

Community programs raise awareness about butterfly conservation.

社区项目提高了人们对蝴蝶保护的意识。

B2 adjective /ˌkɒm.plɪˈmen.tər.i/

Complimentary

赠送的；赞美的；作为礼节免费提供

Meaning

expressing praise or admiration; given or supplied free of charge as a courtesy

Example

The hotel offers complimentary breakfast for all guests.

酒店为所有客人提供免费的早餐。

B1 noun /kənˌɡrætʃəˈleɪʃən/

congratulation

祝贺

Meaning

an expression of praise or joy for someone’s achievement or good fortune

Example

She sent a congratulation to her friend on winning the award.

她向朋友送上了获奖的祝贺。

C1 noun ˈkɑːr.bən ˌsiː.kwəˈstreɪ.ʃən

carbon sequestration

碳封存

Meaning

The process of capture and long-term storage of atmospheric carbon dioxide to mitigate or defer global warming.

Example

Forests play a key role in carbon sequestration.

森林在碳封存中发挥关键作用。

C1 noun /ˈsɪ.nɪk/

Cynic

愤世嫉俗者; 怀疑主义者

Meaning

a person who believes that people are motivated purely by self-interest; someone who is skeptical about human nature

Example

The old cynic believed that politicians only cared about getting votes.

那个老愤世嫉俗者相信政治家只关心获得选票。

C1 noun /kənˈsep.ʃən/

Conception

构思; 想法; 受精

Meaning

the forming of an idea or plan; the fertilization of an ovum by a sperm; the action of conceiving

Example

The conception of this innovative project took several months of brainstorming.

这个创新项目的构思花费了几个月的头脑风暴。

B2 noun /ˈkreɪ.dəl/

Cradle

摇篮

Meaning

a small bed for a baby, especially one that rocks from side to side

Example

The baby sleeps peacefully in the cradle.

婴儿在摇篮里安静地睡觉。

C2 noun ˌkɒdʒɪˈteɪʃən

cogitation

沉思, 思考

Meaning

The action of thinking deeply about something; contemplation

Example

After much cogitation, he made the final decision.

经过深思熟虑后，他做出了最终决定。

B2 noun /koʊˈɔːrdɪˌneɪtər/

coordinator

协调员

Meaning

a person who organizes people or activities so that they work well together

Example

The event coordinator managed everything perfectly.

活动协调员完美地管理了一切。

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。

A2 noun ˈkæm.pɪŋ

camping

露营

Meaning

Living outdoors temporarily, especially for recreation; staying in a tent or similar shelter.

Example

Many families go camping during holidays.

许多家庭在假期去露营。

C2 noun /kɔˈrɪkə soˈbɔrnə/

Corica soborna

卡奇基鱼

Meaning

a small silvery fish species found in South Asian rivers, commonly used in local cuisine

Example

Corica soborna is a popular ingredient in traditional Bengali fish curry.

科里卡索博尔纳是传统孟加拉鱼咖喱中的一种受欢迎的配料。

C1 verb /ˈkæp.saɪz/

capsize

翻覆

Meaning

to overturn in the water

Example

The small fishing boat capsized during the storm.

小渔船在风暴中翻覆。

C2 noun /kənˈtɔːrʃənz/

contortions

扭曲的复数形式; 多个弯曲或扭曲的形状

Meaning

plural form of contortion; multiple twisted or bent shapes

Example

The magician's contortions left the crowd in awe.

魔术师的扭曲让观众惊叹不已。

B1 verb /ˈkrɪtɪsaɪz/

criticize

批评

Meaning

to express disapproval or find fault with someone or something

Example

The teacher criticized the student's poor handwriting.

老师批评了学生的糟糕字迹。

B2 noun /kənˈstreɪnt/

constraint

限制

Meaning

a limitation or restriction

Example

Time is the biggest constraint in completing the project.

时间是完成项目的最大限制。

C1 noun /ˈkruːsɪbəl/

crucible

严峻考验，熔炉

Meaning

a severe test or trial; a container used for heating substances to very high temperatures

Example

The team emerged stronger from the crucible of competition.

团队从竞争的熔炉中走了出来，变得更强大。

A2 noun /kəˈlek.ʃən/

Collection

收藏；合集；档案

Meaning

a group of objects gathered together; the action or process of collecting

Example

She has an impressive collection of vintage books in her library.

她在她的图书馆里有一部令人印象深刻的古籍收藏。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsələr/

counsellor

咨询师

Meaning

a person trained to give guidance on personal, social, or psychological problems; an advisor

Example

She spoke to a counsellor to get advice about her career.

她和一名咨询师谈了自己的职业问题。

C1 adjective /ˈkæl.əs/

Callous

冷酷的; 无情的; 残忍的

Meaning

showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others; emotionally hardened

Example

He showed a callous disregard for others' feelings.

他表现出对他人感情的冷酷蔑视。

C1 noun ˈkeɪ.dəns

cadence

语音的节奏和升降调

Meaning

The rhythm and flow of speech with rise and fall in tone.

Example

His speech had a natural cadence that captivated the audience.

他的演讲有一种自然的节奏，吸引了观众。

C2 noun /ˈkɒnsəvəˌtwɑː/

conservatoire

音乐学院

Meaning

A school specializing in the study of music or drama.

Example

She trained as a pianist at the Paris Conservatoire.

她在巴黎音乐学院接受了钢琴训练。

C2 adjective /ˈkælkjʊləbl/

calculable

可计算的

Meaning

Capable of being calculated, estimated, or measured.

Example

The risk involved in the project is calculable.

项目中的风险是可以计算的。

昏迷

Meaning

A deep state of prolonged unconsciousness caused by illness or injury.

Example

The patient remained in a coma for several weeks.

病人昏迷了几周。