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C1 noun sɜːrˈkeɪdiən ˈrɪðəm

circadian rhythm

生物钟
Meaning
The body's natural sleep-wake cycle that occurs within 24 hours
Example
Exposure to natural light regulates the circadian rhythm.
暴露在自然光下会调节生物钟。
C1 verb /ɪnˈkɜːr/

incur

遭受
Meaning
To bring upon oneself something undesirable, usually as a result of actions.
Example
He incurred a fine for parking in the wrong place.
他因在错误的地方停车而被罚款。
C2 noun /kəmˈpɒz.ɪ.tər/

Compositor

作曲家
Meaning
a person who arranges type for printing or creates musical compositions
Example
The compositor carefully arranged the text for the newspaper.
作曲家仔细地安排了报纸的文本。
C1 verb /ˈdæb.əl/

dabble

浅尝辄止
Meaning
To take part in an activity in a casual or superficial way.
Example
He dabbled in painting during his college days.
他在大学时涉足绘画。
C1 adjective /ˌwɛlˈbrɛd/

well-bred

有教养的
Meaning
Having or showing good manners; properly raised.
Example
She is a well-bred young lady with excellent manners.
她是一个有教养的年轻女士，举止优雅。
C1 noun /ˈwed.lɒk/

Wed lock

婚姻
Meaning
the state of being married; matrimony
Example
They have been happily united in wedlock for twenty years.
他们已经幸福地结婚二十年了。
C1 noun /meɪl treɪn/

Mail train

邮政列车
Meaning
a train that carries mail and postal packages
Example
The mail train departs every evening to deliver letters across the country.
邮件列车每天晚上发车，跨越全国递送信件。
C1 noun, adjective /ˌpəʊstˈmɔːtəm/

postmortem

尸体解剖
Meaning
An examination of a dead body to determine the cause of death.
Example
The doctor carried out a postmortem on the body.
医生对尸体进行了尸体解剖。
C1 verb /ˈstaɪfəld/

stifled

压制
Meaning
to suppress, hold back, or prevent something from happening
Example
He stifled a laugh during the serious meeting.
他在严肃的会议中压制了笑声。
B2 adverb /mɔːrˈoʊvər/

moreover

此外
Meaning
Used to add information that supports or emphasizes what has already been said.
Example
The job is challenging; moreover, it requires excellent communication skills.
这份工作具有挑战性；此外，它需要出色的沟通技能。
C2 noun /ˈbræɡərt/

braggart

吹牛者
Meaning
a person who boasts about achievements or possessions
Example
No one liked him because he was such a braggart.
没有人喜欢他，因为他是个吹牛者。
C2 adjective /ˌsuː.pɚˈsɪl.i.əs/

supercilious

傲慢的
Meaning
Behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others; arrogant and disdainful.
Example
She gave him a supercilious smile as if he was beneath her.
她对他露出了一种傲慢的笑容，好像他比她低。
C2 noun /ˈflɪpənsi/

flippancy

轻率
Meaning
lack of seriousness; showing a disrespectful or trivial attitude
Example
His flippancy during the meeting offended his colleagues.
他在会议中的轻率让同事们感到不悦。
C2 noun /ˌɪntərˈlɒkjətər/

interlocutor

对话者
Meaning
a person who takes part in a conversation or dialogue
Example
She was a skilled interlocutor during the debate.
她在辩论中是一个熟练的对话者。
B2 noun /ˌkɔːrpəˈreɪʃən/

corporation

公司
Meaning
A large company or group of companies that is legally recognized as a single entity.
Example
The corporation invested heavily in renewable energy projects.
该公司在可再生能源项目上进行了大量投资。
C1 noun /ˈmɒnəˌlɒɡ/

monologue

独白
Meaning
A long speech by one person, often in a play or performance.
Example
The actor delivered a powerful monologue on stage.
演员在舞台上做了一个强有力的独白。
B1 adjective ˈʃɔːrt.tɜːrm

short-term

短期的
Meaning
Occurring over or involving a relatively short period of time.
Example
Investing in stocks can yield short-term profits.
投资股票可以带来短期收益。
C1 noun/verb kənˈdʒɛk.tʃər

conjecture

推测
Meaning
An opinion or conclusion formed on the basis of incomplete information; to form an opinion or supposition about something.
Example
The scientist's conjecture was later proven true.
科学家的推测后来被证明是正确的。
C1 adverb /ˈkɔːrdiəli/

Cordially

热情地
Meaning
in a warm and friendly manner; sincerely
Example
You are cordially invited to our wedding ceremony.
你被热情邀请参加我们的婚礼仪式。
B2 noun /ˈlænd.fɪl/

landfill

垃圾填埋场
Meaning
a site where waste material is buried under the ground
Example
The city built a new landfill to manage its growing waste problem.
这个城市建造了一个新的垃圾填埋场，以应对日益增长的废物问题。
B2 adjective /ˈvaɪəbəl/

viable

可行的, 可操作的
Meaning
Capable of working successfully; feasible.
Example
A viable solution is necessary for long-term success.
一个可行的解决方案对长期成功至关重要。
C1 verb /ˈmæɡnɪfaɪ/

magnify

放大
Meaning
to make something appear larger; to increase the importance or effect of something
Example
The microscope can magnify tiny objects for better observation.
显微镜可以放大微小的物体以便更好地观察。
B2 noun, verb /sɪn/

sin

罪
Meaning
an immoral act considered to be a transgression against divine law; to commit an offense against religious or moral law
Example
He confessed his sin to the priest.
他向神父忏悔了他的罪。
B2 noun /kənˈsʌmp.ʃən/

Consumption

消费
Meaning
The using up of a resource or the amount of a product consumed by consumers.
Example
High energy consumption leads to increased electricity bills.
高能耗导致电费增加。
B2 noun /flɔː/

flaw

缺陷
Meaning
a defect or imperfection in something
Example
The diamond had a small flaw that was barely visible.
钻石有一个几乎看不见的小缺陷。
B2 noun /ˈmet.roʊ reɪl/

Metro Rail

地铁
Meaning
an underground urban railway system; subway system
Example
The metro rail connects all major areas of the city efficiently.
地铁有效地连接了城市的所有主要区域。
B2 adjective /ˌkɑː.di.əʊˈvæs.kjʊ.lər/

cardiovascular

与心脏和血管相关的
Meaning
Relating to the heart and blood vessels.
Example
Regular exercise improves cardiovascular health.
定期锻炼有助于改善心血管健康。
B1 noun /skriːn/

Screen

屏幕
Meaning
a flat surface on which pictures or words are shown; a movable partition used to divide a room
Example
The movie was displayed on a large screen in the theater.
电影在剧院的大屏幕上播放。
B2 verb /slæm/

slam

用力关门
Meaning
to close or hit something with great force
Example
He slammed the door angrily after the argument.
他在争论后愤怒地摔门。
C1 noun /tækˈsɒnəmi/

taxonomy

分类科学
Meaning
The science or practice of classifying things, especially organisms.
Example
Modern taxonomy helps scientists organize and study biodiversity.
现代分类学帮助科学家组织和研究生物多样性。
C2 noun /ˈɪəri/ or /ˈɛəri/

aery

鹰巢
Meaning
An eagle’s nest, or a lofty, airy dwelling.
Example
The eagle perched proudly near its aery high on the cliff.
鹰骄傲地停在悬崖上的它的巢附近。
B2 verb /ʌnˈfəʊld/

unfold

展开或打开
Meaning
to open or spread out something that was folded; to gradually reveal or develop
Example
She unfolded the letter carefully.
她小心地展开了信件。
B2 noun /ˈvendə(r)/

Vendor

小贩
Meaning
a person or company offering something for sale, especially a trader in the street
Example
The street vendor sold fresh fruits and vegetables.
街头小贩卖新鲜的水果和蔬菜。
C2 noun /ˈtɜːrnkoʊt/

turncoat

叛徒
Meaning
a person who switches allegiance, often betraying a cause or group
Example
He was branded a turncoat after joining the rival political party.
在加入对立的政党后，他被贴上了叛徒的标签。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈkɒmp(ə)rəbl/

incomparable

无可比拟
Meaning
Without an equal in quality or excellence; matchless.
Example
The view from the mountain was incomparable.
山顶的景色无可比拟。
C2 noun /kəˈbɑːdi/

kabadi

废品收购者
Meaning
a person who collects and sells scrap or recyclable materials, especially in South Asia
Example
The kabadi came every week to collect old newspapers and bottles.
废品收购者来收集旧物品。
C1 noun /ˈtɛknɪk/

technic

技巧
Meaning
A method, skill, or art in a particular field, especially in the arts or sciences.
Example
The artist’s technic in watercolor impressed the judges.
艺术家的水彩画技法给评委留下了深刻印象。
B1 noun /kəmˈpɛtɪtər/

competitor

竞争者
Meaning
a person, team, or company that competes with others
Example
The company lowered its prices to beat its main competitor.
公司降低了价格以击败其主要竞争者。
C2 noun /ˈspɒt.ɪd sneɪk hed/

Spotted snake head

斑点蛇头鱼
Meaning
a type of freshwater fish with spotted markings and an elongated head resembling a snake
Example
The spotted snake head is a popular fish for aquaculture in South Asia.
斑点蛇头鱼是南亚水产养殖中常见的鱼类。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈseɪvəri/

unsavory

令人不快
Meaning
Disagreeable, unpleasant, or morally offensive.
Example
The politician was linked to an unsavory scandal.
那位政治家与一宗令人不快的丑闻有关。
C1 adjective eɪˈsɪŋ.krə.nəs

asynchronous

异步的
Meaning
Of or requiring a form of computer control timing protocol in which a specific operation begins upon receipt of an indication that the preceding operation has been completed.
Example
Asynchronous courses allow students to learn at their own pace.
异步课程允许学生以自己的节奏学习。
C1 noun /ˈpreɪsiː/

precis

摘要
Meaning
A concise summary of a text or speech.
Example
The student submitted a précis of the long article.
学生提交了一篇长文章的摘要。
C1 noun /ˈtæbloʊ/

tableau

定格画面
Meaning
a striking or artistic scene or arrangement of people or objects, often presented on stage or in art
Example
The actors froze in a tableau that captured the final moment of the play.
演员们定格在一个塔布劳中，捕捉到了戏剧的最后一刻。
C1 verb /ɡraɪp/

gripe

抱怨
Meaning
to complain about something in an annoying way
Example
He is always griping about the weather.
他总是抱怨天气。
B2 noun, verb /ˈædɪkt/ (noun), /əˈdɪkt/ (verb)

addict

成瘾者
Meaning
a person who is unable to stop using a harmful substance or doing something harmful; to cause someone to become dependent on something
Example
He is a video game addict who spends hours playing every day.
他是一个视频游戏上瘾者，每天花几个小时玩游戏。
C1 noun /ˌsɛrənˈdɪpɪti/

serendipity

意外的好运
Meaning
The occurrence of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way.
Example
Finding that old photo album was pure serendipity.
找到那本旧照片集是纯粹的意外的好运。
B2 noun /dɪsˈɡreɪs/

Disgrace

耻辱; 丢脸; 恥辱
Meaning
loss of reputation or respect as the result of a dishonorable action; a shameful situation
Example
His arrest brought disgrace upon his entire family and reputation.
他的逮捕给他的整个家庭和声誉带来了耻辱。
B1 verb /kəˈmɪt/

commit

Meaning
To carry out or perpetrate an act; to pledge or bind to a course of action.
Example
He committed a serious mistake in the report.
A2 adjective /rɪˈspɒn.sə.bəl/

Responsible

负责任的；有义务的；可靠且值得信赖的
Meaning
accountable; having duties; reliable and trustworthy
Example
Parents are responsible for their children's education and well-being.
父母对孩子的教育和福利负责。
A1 noun /ˈtjuːzdeɪ/

tuesday

星期二
Meaning
The second day of the week, following Monday and preceding Wednesday.
Example
We have a meeting scheduled for Tuesday.
我们定于星期二开会。
C1 noun, verb /səˈpiːnə/

subpoena

传票
Meaning
a legal document ordering someone to attend court; to summon someone with such a document
Example
The witness received a subpoena to appear in court next week.
证人收到了传票，要求下周出庭。
B2 adjective; verb (past/participle) /əˈʃʊrd/

assured

确信的；有把握的
Meaning
confident and certain; guaranteed or made certain
Example
She felt assured that everything would work out.
她确信一切都会顺利。
C1 noun ˌhaɪ.pɚˈten.ʃən

hypertension

高血压
Meaning
Abnormally high blood pressure.
Example
High sodium intake leads to hypertension.
高钠摄入会导致高血压。
A1 noun /ˈdænsɪŋ/

dancing

Meaning
the activity of moving the body rhythmically to music
Example
They spent the evening dancing at the party.
C1 adjective /ˈmʌðərli/

Motherly

母性
Meaning
having qualities characteristic of a mother; caring and protective
Example
She showed motherly care and affection towards all the children.
她向所有孩子展示了母亲般的关爱和温情。
C2 noun /ˌniːoʊˈdɑːrwɪnɪzəm/

neo-darwinism

新达尔文主义
Meaning
A modern interpretation of Darwin's theory of evolution, integrating genetics and natural selection.
Example
Neo-Darwinism combines Darwin’s theory of natural selection with modern genetics.
新达尔文主义将达尔文的自然选择理论与现代遗传学相结合。
B1 noun /ˈtiː.pɒt/

Tea-pot

茶壶
Meaning
a container with a lid, handle, and spout for brewing and serving tea
Example
She poured hot water into the tea-pot to make tea.
她把热水倒入茶壶中来泡茶。
A1 noun /praɪs/

price

价格
Meaning
the amount of money expected, required, or given for something
Example
The price of the car has increased recently.
这辆车的价格最近上涨了。
C2 noun /ˈvɪzɪdʒ/

visage

幸福
Meaning
A person's face or facial expression.
Example
Her stern visage intimidated the children.
她获得奖项时，无法掩饰她的幸福。
B2 noun /ˈɡreɪv.jɑːrd/

Graveyard

墓地
Meaning
an area of land set aside for burial of the dead; a cemetery
Example
The old graveyard near the church dates back to the 18th century.
靠近教堂的老墓地可以追溯到18世纪。
B2 adverb /ɔːˈθentɪkli/

authentically

真实地
Meaning
in a genuine, real, or true manner; in a way that reflects true character or origin
Example
She speaks authentically about her experiences.
她真实地谈论自己的经历。
C1 noun /ˈdæmpər/

damper

某物减少或减弱力量、效果或兴奋
Meaning
something that reduces or lessens the force, effect, or excitement
Example
The cancellation of the trip put a damper on their enthusiasm.
旅行的取消降低了他们的热情。
A2 preposition /əˈmʌŋ/

among

在...之中
Meaning
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
Example
He was sitting among his friends.
他坐在他的朋友们中间。
C1 noun /joʊk/

Yoke

轭
Meaning
a wooden crosspiece that is fastened over the necks of two animals and attached to a plow or cart; a burden or oppressive situation
Example
The oxen were joined by a wooden yoke.
这些牛被木制的轭连接在一起。
B2 adjective /juːˈnæn.ɪ.məs/

Unanimous

一致的
Meaning
fully in agreement; shared by all
Example
The committee reached a unanimous decision.
委员会达成了一致的决定。
B2 noun/verb /beɪt/

bait

Meaning
Food or lure used to attract fish or animals; to deliberately provoke or annoy.
Example
He used worms as bait to catch fish.
B2 verb /əbˈzɔːrb/

absorb

吸收
Meaning
to take in or soak up a liquid, energy, or information
Example
The sponge absorbed all the water.
海绵吸收了所有的水。
B2 adverb /ɪkˈstɜrnəli/

externally

外部地
Meaning
in a way that relates to the outer surface or outside appearance
Example
The building appeared externally modern, but inside it was quite old-fashioned.
这栋建筑外部看起来很现代，但里面相当老式。
B2 noun /ˌvæk.sɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Vaccination

疫苗接种
Meaning
the process of giving a vaccine to a person or animal to protect them against a disease
Example
Children receive vaccination against measles at an early age.
孩子们在年轻时接种麻疹疫苗。
A2 adjective /ˈtaɪ.ni/

Tiny

非常小; 微小
Meaning
extremely small in size or amount
Example
The baby bird was tiny and helpless.
小鸟宝宝非常小并且无助。
B2 noun /ɪˈrʌp.ʃən/

Eruption

火山喷发
Meaning
a sudden violent occurrence or outburst; volcanic explosion
Example
The volcanic eruption forced thousands of people to evacuate the area.
火山喷发迫使成千上万的人疏散该地区。
A1 numeral /θriː/

three

三
Meaning
the number equivalent to the sum of two and one
Example
She has three dogs at home.
她家里有三只狗。
C1 noun ˈsʌfrɪdʒ

suffrage

选举权
Meaning
The right to vote in political elections; the principle of political representation.
Example
Universal suffrage was a key demand.
普选权是一个重要的要求。
C1 noun /ˈpriːˌæmbəl/

preamble

前言
Meaning
a preliminary statement, especially the introduction to a formal document
Example
The preamble of the constitution outlines its guiding principles.
宪法的序言概述了其指导原则。
B2 adjective /ˌben.ɪˈfɪʃ.əl/

beneficial

有益的
Meaning
Resulting in good; favorable or advantageous.
Example
Eye rubbing can be beneficial in moderation.
适度地揉眼睛是有益的。
C1 adjective ɪˈneɪt

Innate

与生俱来的或自然的
Meaning
Existing from birth or natural
Example
She has an innate talent for music.
她有天生的音乐才华。
B2 adjective /ˈbruː.təl/

brutal

残忍
Meaning
extremely cruel or harsh; violent and without feeling
Example
The dictator’s rule was marked by brutal violence.
独裁者的统治充满了残忍的暴力。
C2 adjective /ˈveɪpərəs/

Vaporous

蒸汽的; 模糊的
Meaning
consisting of vapor; vague or insubstantial
Example
The morning air was filled with vaporous mist.
早晨的空气充满了蒸汽般的雾气。
C2 noun /ˈmoʊlər/

molar

磨牙
Meaning
A large tooth at the back of the mouth used for grinding food.
Example
The dentist had to extract his wisdom molar.
牙医不得不拔掉他的智齿。
B1 noun /ˈɛər.kræft/

aircraft

飞机
Meaning
A vehicle, such as an airplane or helicopter, that can fly in the air.
Example
The military aircraft flew over the city.
军用飞机飞越了城市。
C2 adjective /prɪˈzʌmptɪv/

presumptive

推定的
Meaning
Based on probability or assumption rather than proof.
Example
She is the presumptive nominee for the party.
她是该党的推定候选人。
B2 noun /kəˈmændər/

Commander

指挥官
Meaning
a person in authority over a military unit; leader of armed forces
Example
The commander ordered his troops to advance.
指挥官命令他的部队前进。
B1 verb /ɡræb/

grab

抓住
Meaning
To seize something quickly and firmly.
Example
He tried to grab the ball before it rolled away.
他试图抓住球，在它滚走之前。
C2 verb /sleɪk/

slake

解渴
Meaning
To satisfy thirst or desire.
Example
She drank cold water to slake her thirst.
她喝了冷水来解渴。
C1 verb /ˈræʃənəlaɪz/

rationalize

理性化
Meaning
to attempt to explain or justify behavior or decisions with logical reasons, even if they are not true or appropriate
Example
She tried to rationalize her lateness by blaming the traffic.
她试图通过怪罪交通来为自己的迟到辩解。
A2 noun /ˈtɛstɪŋ/

testing

测试
Meaning
the process of assessing or evaluating something, often by trying it out
Example
The testing of the new software is still ongoing.
新软件的测试仍在进行。
C2 noun /ˈskɔːrpiən fɪʃ/

Scorpion fish

蝎子鱼
Meaning
a type of fish with venomous spines that belongs to the family Scorpaenidae
Example
The scorpion fish has dangerous spines that can inject venom.
蝎子鱼有危险的刺，可以注入毒液。
B2 noun /dɔːn/

Dawn

黎明
Meaning
the first appearance of light in the sky before sunrise; the beginning or start of something
Example
The fishermen set out to sea before dawn to catch the morning tide.
渔民们在黎明前出海，赶上早潮。
C1 adjective /ˈbrɪslɪŋ/

bristling

竖毛的; 充满能量
Meaning
full of energy, anger, or excitement; showing bristles standing up
Example
He entered the room bristling with confidence.
他带着自信走进了房间。
C1 adverb /ˈleŋθ.waɪz/

Lengthwise

沿长度方向; 沿最长的维度
Meaning
in the direction of the length; along the longest dimension
Example
Fold the paper lengthwise to make it easier to carry.
沿着长度将纸张对折，这样便于携带。
C2 noun /red ˌəʊ.liˈæn.dər/

Red oleander

红色夹竹桃
Meaning
a poisonous flowering shrub with bright red or pink flowers
Example
The red oleander blooms throughout the summer months.
红色夹竹桃在夏季的几个月中盛开。
C2 adjective /ˈfækʃəs/

factious

分裂的
Meaning
causing disagreement or division within a group; inclined to form factions
Example
The debate became factious, splitting the committee into rival camps.
辩论变得分裂，委员会被分成了对立的阵营。
C1 noun /ˈlɪməˌziːn/

limousine

由司机驾驶的豪华大轿车
Meaning
a large, luxurious car driven by a chauffeur.
Example
The bride arrived in a white limousine.
新娘乘坐一辆白色的豪华轿车到达。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌskɜːrt/

outskirt

城市郊区
Meaning
the outer edge or border of a town or city
Example
They built a new factory on the outskirts of the city.
他们在城市郊区建了一家新工厂。
C1 noun ˌflʌk.tʃuˈeɪ.ʃən

fluctuation

波动
Meaning
An irregular rising and falling in number or amount; a variation.
Example
The stock market experiences frequent fluctuation.
股市经常经历波动。
C1 noun ˈkætəlɪst

catalyst

催化剂
Meaning
A person or thing that precipitates an event or change.
Example
His speech acted as a catalyst for change in the community.
他的演讲成为了社区变化的催化剂。
A2 noun, verb /fuːl/

fool

傻瓜
Meaning
a silly or stupid person; to trick someone
Example
He felt like a fool after believing the prank.
他在相信恶作剧之后觉得自己像个傻瓜。
C2 adjective /ˈbɛərˌfeɪst/

barefaced

厚颜无耻
Meaning
shameless and undisguised; openly bold or unashamed
Example
He told a barefaced lie in front of everyone.
他在大家面前说了个厚颜无耻的谎言。
B2 verb /əˈpoʊz/

oppose

反对
Meaning
to disagree with or resist; to act against
Example
Many citizens oppose the new tax policy.
许多公民反对新的税收政策。
B2 adjective /ˈmɪl.ki waɪt/

Milky white

奶白色
Meaning
a pure white color resembling milk
Example
The clouds looked milky white against the blue sky.
云看起来像牛奶一样白，映衬在蓝天背景下。
C1 adjective /ˌmed.iˈiː.vəl/

Mediaeval

中世纪的
Meaning
relating to the Middle Ages; medieval
Example
The castle displayed mediaeval architecture and design.
城堡展示了中世纪的建筑风格和设计。
C1 verb /ˈrɪdɪkjuːl/

ridicule

嘲笑
Meaning
To make fun of someone or something in a cruel or dismissive way.
Example
He was ridiculed for his strange ideas.
他因奇怪的想法而被嘲笑。
B2 adjective, noun /ˈsɪŋɡjələr/

singular

非凡 / 单数
Meaning
Remarkable, extraordinary; or grammatical form referring to one person or thing.
Example
She has a singular talent for painting.
她在绘画方面有非凡的才华。
C2 noun /ˈkɒntrəriz/

contraries

对立的事物
Meaning
things that are completely different or opposite to each other
Example
Freedom and slavery are contraries in every sense.
自由与奴隶制在各个方面都是对立的。
C1 noun /dɪˈprɛsənt/

depressant

抑制剂
Meaning
A drug that reduces functional or nervous activity in the body.
Example
Alcohol acts as a depressant on the central nervous system.
酒精在中枢神经系统中作为抑制剂发挥作用。
B2 verb /nɪˈɡoʊ.ʃi.eɪt/

negotiate

谈判
Meaning
To discuss something formally in order to reach an agreement.
Example
They negotiated a fair deal with the supplier.
他们与供应商谈判达成了公平的交易。
C1 noun əˈpreɪ.zəl

appraisal

评估
Meaning
An assessment or evaluation of performance or quality.
Example
The annual appraisal determines salary increments.
年度评估决定薪资增幅。
C2 adjective /ˈdekərəs/

decorous

得体
Meaning
showing proper and polite behavior; marked by good taste
Example
The audience gave a decorous applause after the performance.
观众在演出后给予了得体的掌声。
B1 adjective ˈkɒmplɛks

complex

复杂
Meaning
Having many interrelated parts or factors; complicated.
Example
The relationship between poverty and education is complex.
贫困与教育之间的关系很复杂。
C1 noun /ˈɒstrəsɪzəm/

ostracism

排斥
Meaning
The act of excluding someone from a group or society.
Example
The student faced ostracism after breaking the rules.
学生在违反规则后遭受了排斥。
C2 noun /sɑːrˈkɒfəɡəs/

sarcophagus

石棺
Meaning
A stone coffin, often decorated, used in ancient times.
Example
The museum displayed a beautifully carved sarcophagus from ancient Egypt.
博物馆展示了来自古埃及的美丽雕刻的石棺。
C2 noun /ˌpɑːrtjʊˈrɪʃən/

parturition

分娩
Meaning
The act of giving birth; childbirth.
Example
The doctor explained the stages of parturition to the students.
医生向学生们解释了分娩的各个阶段。
C1 verb /daɪˈvɜːrdʒ/

diverge

分歧
Meaning
to separate and go in different directions; to differ
Example
The two paths diverge at the fork in the road.
这两条路在路口分开。
C1 adjective /ˈʌpərˌmoʊst/

uppermost

最高
Meaning
situated at the highest place or most important
Example
Her family's safety was uppermost in her mind during the crisis.
她在危机期间心里最重要的是家庭的安全。
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。
A1 noun /tɛn/

ten

十
Meaning
the number following nine and preceding eleven
Example
I have ten apples in the basket.
我篮子里有十个苹果。
C1 verb /ˈdʒɪtər/

jitter

颤抖
Meaning
to shake or tremble slightly, often from fear, nervousness, or excitement
Example
He began to jitter nervously before giving his speech.
他在发表演讲前开始紧张地发抖。
B2 verb /wɪðˈstænd/

withstand

承受 / 抵抗
Meaning
to resist or endure something without being harmed
Example
This building can withstand strong earthquakes.
这座建筑能够承受强烈的地震。
B2 verb /ˈresəl/

wrestle

摔跤
Meaning
to fight by grappling and trying to throw down an opponent; to struggle with a problem
Example
The children like to wrestle on the playground.
孩子们喜欢在操场上摔跤。
B1 noun /prəˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃən/

pronunciation

发音
Meaning
the way a word or language is spoken; the act or result of pronouncing words
Example
Her pronunciation of French words has improved significantly.
她的法语单词发音有了很大提高。
B2 verb /soʊ/

sow

播种
Meaning
to plant seeds in the ground; to scatter seeds for growing
Example
The farmer will sow wheat seeds in the field tomorrow.
农民明天将在田地里播种小麦种子。