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C2 noun /ˈklærɪən/

Clarion

号角
Meaning
a shrill narrow-tubed war trumpet; a medieval trumpet with a clear piercing tone
Example
The clarion sounded across the battlefield to signal the charge.
号角在战场上响起，标志着进攻的信号。
B2 noun /eɪk/

Ache

疼痛
Meaning
a continuous or prolonged dull pain in a part of one's body
Example
He had a terrible headache after working late.
他在工作到很晚后感到剧烈的头痛。
B2 verb /ˈʃætər/

shatter

打碎
Meaning
To break suddenly into many small pieces.
Example
The glass will shatter if you drop it.
玻璃会碎掉，如果你把它摔下去。
B1 noun /rɪˈsep.ʃən/

Reception

接待; 欢迎; 活动;
Meaning
the action of receiving something or someone; a formal social occasion held to welcome someone
Example
The wedding reception was held at a beautiful hotel.
婚礼接待在一家漂亮的酒店举行。
B1 adjective /ˌel.ɪˈmen.tər.i/

Elementary

基本的; 初级的
Meaning
basic; fundamental; primary level
Example
He learned elementary mathematics in school.
他在学校学了基础数学。
C2 noun /ɛθˈnɒlədʒi/

ethnology

民族学
Meaning
the study of the characteristics of different peoples and the differences and relationships between them
Example
She specialized in ethnology to better understand cultural diversity.
她专攻民族学，以更好地理解文化多样性。
A1 pronoun /juː/

you

你
Meaning
used to refer to the person or people being spoken to
Example
You are doing a great job!
你做得很好！
A1 adverb /ˈɔːfən/

often

经常
Meaning
frequently, many times
Example
I often visit my grandparents on weekends.
我经常在周末拜访我的祖父母。
C2 adjective /ˌdɒktrɪˈnɛər/

doctrinaire

教条主义者
Meaning
stubbornly devoted to a theory or doctrine without regard to practical considerations
Example
His doctrinaire approach to politics alienated many supporters.
他对政治的教条主义方法使许多支持者感到疏远。
C1 verb /ˈpærəlaɪz/

paralyze

麻痹
Meaning
to cause someone or something to lose the ability to move or function normally
Example
The sudden shock seemed to paralyze him.
突如其来的冲击似乎使他麻痹。
B2 adjective /daɪˈnæm.ɪk/

dynamic

动态
Meaning
Characterized by constant change, activity, or progress.
Example
Life flows in a dynamic stream.
生活在动态的河流中流动。
B2 verb /ˈɔːltər/

alter

改变
Meaning
to change or modify something slightly but significantly
Example
She decided to alter her dress to make it fit better.
她决定改变她的裙子，让它更合身。
B2 noun /ˈten.dər.nəs/

Tenderness

温柔
Meaning
gentleness and kindness; the quality of being easily hurt or damaged
Example
The mother showed great tenderness while caring for her sick child.
母亲在照顾生病的孩子时表现出了极大的温柔。
C2 noun /ˌpɜːrtərˈbeɪʃn/

perturbation

扰动
Meaning
A state of anxiety, disturbance, or disorder.
Example
The announcement caused a perturbation in the financial markets.
公告导致了金融市场的扰动。
C1 noun /ˈɪn.tə.lekt/

intellect

智力
Meaning
The ability to think, reason, and understand objectively.
Example
Her intellect is admired by all her colleagues.
她的智力受到所有同事的赞赏。
A1 noun /ˈkɪtʃən/

Kitchen

厨房
Meaning
a room or area where food is prepared and cooked
Example
The kitchen was filled with the smell of fresh bread.
厨房里充满了新鲜面包的香味。
A2 noun/verb /bəˈluːn/

balloon

气球
Meaning
A small bag made of thin rubber or similar material that can be inflated with air or gas; as a verb, to expand rapidly.
Example
The children played with a red balloon at the party.
孩子们在聚会上玩了一个红色的气球。
C1 noun /rɪˈdʒɔɪsɪŋ/

rejoicing

欢庆
Meaning
The action of showing great joy or happiness
Example
There was much rejoicing after the victory.
胜利之后有很多欢庆。
B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.səl.ɪŋ/

counselling

心理咨询
Meaning
the process of giving professional guidance and support to help someone deal with personal, social, psychological, or career-related problems
Example
She decided to seek counselling to manage stress and anxiety.
她决定通过心理咨询来缓解压力。
C1 adjective /ˈlæk.tɪk/

lactic

与牛奶或乳酸相关
Meaning
Relating to milk or lactic acid.
Example
Intense exercise can lead to a buildup of lactic acid in the muscles.
剧烈运动可能会导致肌肉中乳酸的积聚。
B1 adjective /əˈkeɪ.ʒən.əl/

Occasional

偶然的
Meaning
occurring infrequently or irregularly; happening from time to time
Example
She enjoys occasional walks in the park.
她喜欢在公园里偶尔散步。
C1 noun /haɪˈpɒθəsɪs/

hypothesis

Meaning
a proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation.
Example
The scientist tested her hypothesis through multiple experiments.
C1 noun /ˌprɒpəˈɡeɪʃən/

propagation

传播, 宣传
Meaning
The action of spreading and promoting an idea, theory, etc.
Example
The propagation of ideas through social media is rapid.
通过社交媒体传播思想的速度非常快。
C1 noun /ˈpɪnəkəl/

pinnacle

顶点
Meaning
the highest point or peak of something, especially of success or achievement
Example
Winning the Nobel Prize was the pinnacle of her career.
赢得诺贝尔奖是她事业的巅峰。
C1 verb /ɪˈspaʊz/

espouse

支持
Meaning
To adopt or support a cause, belief, or way of life.
Example
She espoused the philosophy of nonviolence throughout her career.
她在整个职业生涯中支持了非暴力的哲学。
C1 adjective /ˈrʌɡ.ɪd/

Rugged

粗糙不平；表面不规则；强壮而坚固
Meaning
rough and uneven; having a rough irregular surface; tough and strong
Example
The hikers crossed the rugged mountain terrain.
登山者穿越了崎岖的山地地形。
B2 adverb /pɪˈkju:.li.ə.li/

Peculiarly

以奇怪的方式; 以不寻常的方式
Meaning
in a strange or unusual way; in a manner that is distinctive or characteristic
Example
She dressed peculiarly for the formal dinner, wearing bright colors and unusual patterns.
她为正式晚宴穿着非常独特，穿着鲜艳的颜色和不寻常的图案。
B2 noun /flɛkˈsɪbɪləti/

flexibility

灵活性
Meaning
The quality of bending easily without breaking; willingness to change or compromise.
Example
The flexibility of the working hours made it easier to balance work and personal life.
工作时间的灵活性使得平衡工作和个人生活变得更加容易。
C2 noun /ˈnɛkrəˌmænsi/

necromancy

死灵法
Meaning
the practice of communicating with the dead, often to predict the future
Example
Ancient texts described rituals of necromancy performed by priests.
古代的文献描述了由祭司执行的死灵法仪式。
C2 adjective /ɛmˈpaɪriəl/

empyreal

天国的
Meaning
Heavenly, divine, or relating to the highest heavens.
Example
The poet described the empyreal beauty of the stars.
诗人描述了星星的天国美丽。
C2 verb /ɪnˈfætʃueɪt/

infatuate

迷恋
Meaning
to inspire with an intense but short-lived passion or admiration
Example
He was infatuated with her beauty.
他被她的美貌迷住了。
B2 noun /ɡreɪs/

grace

优雅, 优美
Meaning
simple elegance or refined movement; goodwill and kindness
Example
She moved with grace across the stage.
她优雅地走过舞台。
C1 noun /kliːˈʃeɪ/

cliche

陈词滥调
Meaning
An overused expression or idea that has lost its originality or impact.
Example
The speech was filled with old clichés that failed to inspire the audience.
演讲中充满了老套的陈词滥调，未能激发观众的兴趣。
C2 verb /blæsˈfiːm/

blaspheme

亵渎
Meaning
to speak irreverently about God or sacred things
Example
He was accused of blaspheming during the heated argument.
他在激烈的争论中被指控亵渎。
B2 noun /kəˈroʊnə/

corona

一种类似于冠状的结构；也指太阳的外层大气
Meaning
a crown or crown-like structure; also refers to the outer atmosphere of the sun
Example
The sun's corona was visible during the total solar eclipse.
太阳的日冕在一次全日蚀时可见。
B1 noun /ˈsɛkrəteri/

secretary

Meaning
a person employed to handle correspondence and manage routine tasks for an individual or organization
Example
The secretary scheduled the meeting for tomorrow.
B1 noun /ˈæbsəns/

Absence

缺席
Meaning
the state of being away from a place or person; lack or non-existence
Example
His absence from the meeting was noticed by everyone.
他缺席的会议被大家注意到了。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnhɒˈspɪtəbl/

inhospitable

不适宜居住的
Meaning
Harsh and difficult to live in; unfriendly or unwelcoming to guests.
Example
The desert is an inhospitable environment for most plants.
沙漠是大多数植物无法生存的环境。
B2 noun /əˈfens/

Offence

罪行; 侵犯法规
Meaning
a breach of law or rule; an annoyance or resentment
Example
Stealing is a serious offence punishable by law.
盗窃是严重的罪行，依法可追究。
B2 verb /skæn/

scan

幸福
Meaning
To look at something carefully or quickly; to digitally copy or capture an image or document.
Example
She scanned the document before sending it by email.
她收到奖项时无法隐藏自己的幸福。
C2 noun /ˈvaɪnəri/

vinery

葡萄园
Meaning
A place where vines are cultivated, especially a vineyard or greenhouse for vines.
Example
The old vinery was filled with grapevines.
旧的葡萄园里满是葡萄藤。
A2 noun /klaʊn/

Clown

小丑; 一个搞笑的表演者，特别是在马戏团中，穿着传统的服装和夸张的化妆
Meaning
a comic entertainer, especially one in a circus, wearing a traditional costume and exaggerated makeup
Example
The children laughed loudly at the funny clown's silly antics.
孩子们大声笑着，看着那个有趣的小丑的傻乎乎的动作。
C1 noun /juːˈfɔː.ri.ə/

euphoria

欣快, 兴奋, 狂喜
Meaning
A feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness; elation.
Example
Winning the championship brought a sense of euphoria.
赢得冠军带来了一种陶醉的感觉。
A1 adjective /hoʊl/

Whole

整个
Meaning
complete; entire; all of something
Example
He ate the whole pizza by himself.
他一个人把整张披萨吃光了。
C1 adjective /ˌæpəˈθɛtɪk/

apathetic

Meaning
showing or feeling little or no interest, enthusiasm, or concern
Example
He was apathetic about the outcome of the match.
C1 adjective /ˈsiː.di/

Seedy

充满种子; 肮脏且不名誉; 破败的
Meaning
squalid and disreputable; shabby and run-down; full of seeds
Example
They avoided walking through the seedy part of town at night.
他们避免在夜晚走过肮脏且不名誉的城市部分。
C2 noun /ɡlʌt/

glut

供应过剩
Meaning
An excessive supply of something; more than is needed.
Example
There was a glut of cheap smartphones in the market.
市场上有过多的廉价智能手机。
C1 noun /ˈɪntrɪkəsi/

intricacy

复杂性
Meaning
the quality of being very detailed or complicated
Example
The intricacy of the design impressed everyone.
设计的复杂性给每个人留下了深刻印象。
B2 verb /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/

specialize

专攻
Meaning
to focus on a particular subject or activity and become an expert in it
Example
He decided to specialize in cardiology.
他决定专攻心脏病学。
B2 verb /fɔːrdʒ/

forge

锻造，伪造
Meaning
to create or shape something, often with effort or skill; also to counterfeit or fake something
Example
The blacksmith forged a strong sword from the iron.
铁匠从铁中锻造出一把坚固的剑。
C1 noun /kæʃ/

cache

缓存
Meaning
A hidden storage of items or a high-speed memory in computing.
Example
The hikers found a cache of supplies hidden under the rocks.
远足者在岩石下发现了一个隐藏的物资存储。
C2 noun /ɪnˈsɪpiəns/

incipience

开始
Meaning
the beginning or initial stage of something
Example
The project was still in its incipience when funding was approved.
当资金获得批准时，项目仍处于其开始阶段。
B2 verb /ˈɪmɪɡreɪt/

immigrate

移民
Meaning
to come to live permanently in a foreign country
Example
He immigrated to Canada five years ago.
他五年前移民到了加拿大。
C2 adjective /ˈnʌpʃəl/

nuptial

婚礼的
Meaning
Relating to marriage or weddings.
Example
The couple prepared for their nuptial ceremony with great joy.
这对夫妇满怀喜悦地准备他们的婚礼仪式。
B1 adverb /ˈlɪtərəli/

literally

字面上
Meaning
in a literal manner or sense; exactly
Example
He was literally running for three hours without stopping.
他字面上跑了三个小时没有停下来。
C2 adjective /ˈlɪtərəl/

littoral

沿海的
Meaning
Related to or situated on the shore of the sea or a lake.
Example
The littoral zone is home to many unique marine species.
沿海地区是许多独特海洋物种的栖息地。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈdʒʌst/

Unjust

不公正的; 错误的
Meaning
not fair or right; morally wrong
Example
The punishment was unjust for such a minor offense.
这个惩罚对于如此轻微的罪行来说是不公正的。
B2 noun /diːp ˈkʌlər/

Deep colour

深色
Meaning
a rich, intense, or dark shade of any color
Example
The artist used deep colours to create a dramatic effect.
艺术家使用深色调来创造戏剧性的效果。
C1 noun /ˈen.mə.ti/

Enmity

仇恨
Meaning
a state or feeling of active opposition or hostility
Example
The enmity between the two families lasted for generations.
两家族之间的仇恨持续了几代人。
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。
B1 verb /ˈʌpˌɡreɪd/

upgrade

升级
Meaning
to raise something to a higher standard, improve
Example
We decided to upgrade the software to the latest version.
我们决定将软件升级到最新版本。
C1 verb /rɪˈkaʊnt/

recount

叙述
Meaning
to narrate or tell the details of an event or experience
Example
She recounted her adventures during the summer trip.
她讲述了她在夏季旅行中的冒险。
C1 adjective /ˈsiːs.ləs/

Ceaseless

不断的；持续的
Meaning
continuing without pause or interruption; endless
Example
The ceaseless rain lasted for three days.
不断的雨下了三天。
B2 adjective /ˈfraɪtfəl/

frightful

可怕的
Meaning
causing fear or horror; very unpleasant
Example
The hikers faced frightful weather conditions on the mountain.
登山者面临着山中可怕的天气条件。
C1 verb /flɔːnt/

flaunt

炫耀
Meaning
to show off something proudly, often to attract attention
Example
She likes to flaunt her new jewelry at parties.
她喜欢在派对上炫耀她的新珠宝。
A1 noun /tiː/

Tea

茶
Meaning
a hot drink made by pouring boiling water onto dried leaves
Example
We drink tea every morning at breakfast.
我们每天早上在早餐时喝茶。
C2 adverb /ˈɪntʃmiːl/

inchmeal

逐渐
Meaning
Gradually, little by little.
Example
The old castle fell inchmeal into ruin.
那座古老的城堡逐渐变成废墟。
C1 adjective /ˌiːvænˈdʒɛlɪkəl/

evangelical

福音派
Meaning
Relating to the Christian gospel, especially the teachings that emphasize personal faith and the authority of the Bible.
Example
She grew up in an evangelical church community.
她在一个福音派教会社区长大。
C2 noun /ˌhaɪpəkəˈnektɪvɪti/

hyperconnectivity

超连接性
Meaning
The state of being extensively connected to other people, places, information, etc., through digital technology.
Example
Hyperconnectivity has changed the dynamics of human interaction.
超连接性改变了人类互动的动态。
C1 noun /ˈmɑː.kɪt ˌpen.ɪˈtreɪ.ʃən/

Market Penetration

市场渗透
Meaning
A measure of the amount of sales or adoption of a product or service compared to the total theoretical market for that product or service.
Example
High market penetration ensures competitive dominance.
高市场渗透确保竞争优势。
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。
C1 adjective /hɪpˈnɒtɪk/

hypnotic

催眠的
Meaning
Producing sleep or a trance-like state; mesmerizing.
Example
The music had a hypnotic effect on the audience.
这首音乐对观众产生了催眠效果。
C1 noun /plʊəˈrælɪti/

plurality

多数或大部分
Meaning
the state of being multiple; the greater part or majority
Example
In the election, she won by a plurality of votes.
在选举中，她凭借选票的多数赢得了胜利。
A2 verb /ˈɔːfər/

offer

提供
Meaning
to present something for acceptance or rejection; to propose
Example
She offered to help with the project.
她提出帮助这个项目。
B1 noun /ˈempaɪər/

empire

帝国
Meaning
a group of countries or regions controlled by one ruler or government
Example
The Roman Empire lasted for centuries.
罗马帝国延续了几个世纪。
B2 adjective /ɪnˈfɔːrmətɪv/

Informative

有教育意义的
Meaning
giving or providing useful information; educational; instructive
Example
The documentary was very informative and educational.
这部纪录片信息量很大，具有教育意义。
B2 noun /ˈtæd.poʊl/

Tadpole

蝌蚪
Meaning
the larval stage of a frog or toad, having gills and a tail
Example
The pond was full of tadpoles swimming around.
池塘里到处是游动的蝌蚪。
A2 noun /frɒɡ/

Frog

青蛙
Meaning
a small amphibian animal that lives both in water and on land
Example
The frog jumped from the lily pad into the pond.
青蛙从睡莲叶上跳进池塘。
C2 noun /brɪˈtæniə/

britannia

不列颠
Meaning
the personification of Britain, often shown as a woman with a helmet and shield
Example
Britannia has been a symbol of Britain since Roman times.
不列颠自罗马时代起就是英国的象征。
A2 adverb /əˈkrɒs/

Across

穿越
Meaning
from one side to the other side of something; in every part of a place
Example
The bridge stretches across the river.
这座桥横跨在河流上。
C1 adjective /ˌeɪˈtɪpɪkəl/

atypical

非典型
Meaning
not representative of a type, group, or class; unusual or abnormal
Example
The doctor said it was an atypical case of the disease.
医生说这是一个非典型的病例。
B1 verb /pɑːrtɪsɪˈpeɪtɪŋ/

participating

参加
Meaning
Taking part in an activity or event.
Example
He is participating in the Antarctic expedition.
他正在参加南极探险。
C1 verb /rɪˈpjuː.di.eɪt/

repudiate

拒绝
Meaning
to refuse to accept, recognize, or support something
Example
He repudiated the claim that he was involved in the scandal.
他拒绝了他参与丑闻的说法。
C2 noun /ɪnˈɛrənsi/

inerrancy

无误性
Meaning
the belief or quality of being free from error; absolute correctness
Example
Some religious groups strongly affirm the inerrancy of their sacred texts.
一些宗教团体强烈坚持他们圣经的无误性。
C1 verb /dɪˈfaɪl/

defile

亵渎
Meaning
to pollute, corrupt, or make dirty
Example
The river was defiled by industrial waste.
河流被工业废物亵渎了。
B2 noun /ɡʌm/

Gum

牙龈; 粘稠物质
Meaning
the firm flesh that surrounds the roots of the teeth; a viscous secretion
Example
The dentist checked her gum for any signs of disease.
牙医检查了她的牙龈，寻找是否有疾病迹象。
C2 noun /ˈskʌl.i.ən/

scullion

厨房仆人
Meaning
a servant assigned the most menial kitchen tasks
Example
In medieval times, a scullion was responsible for cleaning pots and pans.
在中世纪，厨房仆人负责清洁锅碗和煎锅。
C2 noun /ˈbɔːl.səm ˈæp.əl/

Balsam apple

苦瓜
Meaning
a bitter gourd vegetable with a bumpy green skin, also known as bitter melon
Example
Balsam apple is cooked with spices to reduce its bitter taste.
苦瓜用香料烹饪，以减少其苦味。
C1 verb /ˈkəʊ.dɪ.faɪ/

codify

编码
Meaning
to arrange laws, rules, or ideas into a clear and systematic code
Example
The committee worked to codify the existing laws.
委员会致力于编码现有的法律。
C1 noun /ˈlɪmboʊ/

limbo

不确定，悬而未决的状态
Meaning
A state of uncertainty or neglect; an intermediate or transitional state.
Example
The project was left in limbo after the funding was withdrawn.
该项目在资金撤回后陷入了不确定状态。
C2 adjective /ˈɪrˌsplɪtɪŋ/

earsplitting

震耳欲聋
Meaning
extremely loud or piercing sound
Example
The earsplitting noise of the fire alarm startled everyone.
火灾警报的震耳欲聋的声音让每个人都吓了一跳。
C1 noun /ˈvɜː.tɪ.kəl ˈfɑː.mɪŋ/

vertical farming

垂直农业
Meaning
The practice of growing crops in vertically stacked layers, often incorporating controlled-environment agriculture.
Example
Vertical farming ensures maximum space utilization in urban areas.
垂直农业确保城市区域的最大空间利用。
A2 noun /siːt/

seat

座位
Meaning
a place to sit, especially a chair or other place for sitting
Example
I reserved a seat for you at the concert.
我为你在音乐会预定了一个座位。
C1 adjective prəˈvɪnʃəl

provincial

省级
Meaning
Of or concerning a province of a country or empire.
Example
Bengali was not just a provincial language.
孟加拉语不仅仅是一个省级语言。
B1 adjective /rɪˈleɪ.tɪd/

Related

相关的; 有联系的
Meaning
connected; associated; having a connection or relationship
Example
These two problems are closely related to each other.
这两个问题彼此紧密相关。
C2 noun /ˈrɛkwiəm/

requiem

安魂曲
Meaning
A mass, music, or ceremony for the repose of the souls of the dead.
Example
The choir performed a requiem in memory of the late leader.
合唱团为已故领导人表演了安魂曲。
C2 verb /rɪˈtrɛntʃ/

retrench

减少开支，裁员
Meaning
to reduce costs, spending, or staff to save resources
Example
The company had to retrench employees due to financial difficulties.
公司由于财务困难不得不裁员。
B1 noun ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ æps

language apps

语言学习应用
Meaning
Mobile or computer applications designed to help users learn new languages through interactive lessons and exercises.
Example
Language apps make learning easier.
语言应用程序使学习变得更加容易。
B1 noun ˈfæmɪli triː

Family Tree

家谱
Meaning
A diagram showing the relationships between people in several generations of a family.
Example
Creating a family tree helps understand family history.
创建家谱有助于理解家庭历史。
B2 verb /rɪˈzaɪd/

reside

居住
Meaning
to live or dwell in a particular place
Example
They reside in a large house near the river.
他们住在河边的一座大房子里。
C2 adjective /ˌæntɪdəˈluːviən/

antediluvian

极为古老
Meaning
extremely old-fashioned; belonging to the time before the biblical flood
Example
His views on women are positively antediluvian.
他对女性的看法是完全过时的。
B2 noun /ˈæktɪˌvɪzəm/

activism

行动主义
Meaning
The policy or action of using vigorous campaigning to bring about political or social change.
Example
Her environmental activism inspired many young people to take action.
她的环保行动主义激励了许多年轻人采取行动。
C1 noun /ˌdɪs.kʌl.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

discoloration

褪色
Meaning
The process of changing or losing color; fading.
Example
Sun exposure causes discoloration of fabrics.
阳光暴露导致织物褪色。
C1 noun ˈsɪmbəlɪzəm

symbolism

象征主义
Meaning
The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.
Example
The use of symbolism in the novel is masterful.
小说中的象征主义运用巧妙。
B2 noun /pəˈzeʃ.ən/

Possession

财产; 所有权; 控制
Meaning
something that belongs to someone; the state of having or owning something
Example
The house has been in their family's possession for generations.
这座房子已经成为他们家族的财产好几代人。
B2 adjective /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪdʒd/

disadvantaged

贫困
Meaning
Lacking the basic resources or conditions needed for a good standard of living or equal opportunities.
Example
The program provides support to disadvantaged children.
该计划为贫困儿童提供支持。
C1 adjective /ˈpʌn.dʒənt/

Pungent

刺鼻的
Meaning
sharp; strong-smelling; acrid;
Example
The pungent smell of garlic filled the kitchen.
大蒜刺鼻的气味充满了厨房。
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。
B1 noun /ˌɒpəˈreɪʃən/

operation

手术
Meaning
an act or process of functioning or operating
Example
The hospital performed a successful operation.
医院进行了成功的手术。
C2 noun /ˌjuːnɪˈtɛəriən/

unitarian

一神论者
Meaning
A person who believes that God exists as one entity rather than as a Trinity; a member of a religious denomination that emphasizes individual freedom of belief.
Example
The Unitarian church is known for its inclusive and open-minded approach.
一神论教会以其包容和开放的思想方式而闻名。
C1 noun /ˈdʒɛpərdi/

jeopardy

危险
Meaning
Danger of loss, harm, or failure.
Example
His careless driving put everyone in jeopardy.
他的鲁莽驾驶把所有人置于危险之中。
B2 verb /dɪˈspoʊz/

dispose

丢弃
Meaning
To get rid of something, or to arrange or incline towards something.
Example
He disposed of the old furniture responsibly.
他负责任地处理了那些旧家具。
C1 noun /ˈstrɑːtəm/

stratum

层
Meaning
a layer or level of material, or a social class in society
Example
The upper stratum of society enjoyed privileges not available to others.
社会上层享有其他人无法获得的特权。
C2 noun, verb /ˈmaɪər/

mire

Meaning
A stretch of swampy or boggy ground; as a verb, to entangle or involve someone in a difficult situation.
Example
The car was stuck in the mire after the heavy rain.
C2 verb /ɪnˈdaɪt/

indite

创作
Meaning
To write or compose (literary or formal works).
Example
The poet indited a heartfelt sonnet.
诗人创作了一首真挚的十四行诗。
C1 noun /ədˈhɪə.rəns/

adherence

遵守
Meaning
The practice of following or keeping to a rule, standard, or belief.
Example
Adherence to rules is crucial in any organization.
遵守规则在任何组织中都至关重要。
B2 noun /ˈspəʊksmən/

spokesman

发言人
Meaning
a person who speaks on behalf of others, especially for a group or organization
Example
The spokesman addressed the crowd during the rally.
发言人在集会中向人群讲话。
C1 verb /nʌdʒ/

nudge

轻推
Meaning
To push someone gently, usually with your elbow, in order to attract attention.
Example
She nudged him to be quiet during the meeting.
她在会议中轻轻地用肘部推了他一下，让他保持安静。
B2 noun /ˌæk.wɪˈzɪʃ.ən/

Acquisition

收购, 获取, 获得
Meaning
An asset or object bought or obtained, typically by a library or museum.
Example
The company's acquisition strategy boosted growth.
公司的收购策略促进了增长。
B2 noun /heɪl/

Hail

冰雹
Meaning
pellets of frozen rain that fall in showers from cumulonimbus clouds; a greeting or acclaim
Example
The sudden hailstorm damaged many cars in the parking lot with large ice pellets.
突如其来的冰雹风暴用大冰粒损坏了停车场里的许多汽车。
C2 noun /haɪˈdrɒl.ɪ.sɪs/

hydrolysis

水解
Meaning
A chemical process that breaks down compounds by adding water, splitting complex molecules into simpler forms.
Example
Hydrolysis breaks down complex molecules into simpler forms.
水解将复杂的分子分解成更简单的形式。