C1 adjective /klaɪˈmæktɪk/

climactic

高潮的

Meaning

Relating to the most exciting or important moment of something.

Example

The film ended with a climactic battle scene.

电影以一场高潮的战斗场景结束。

B2 adjective /ˈsɜːrkjələr/

circular

圆形的

Meaning

shaped like a circle; round in form

Example

The kids sat in a circular arrangement around the campfire.

孩子们围坐在篝火旁，形成圆形的布局。

A2 noun tʃɔɪs

choice

选择

Meaning

An act of selecting or making a decision when faced with two or more possibilities.

Example

Choice enhances decision-making.

选择增强决策能力。

B1 verb /tʃuː/

chew

幸福

Meaning

to bite food into smaller pieces with your teeth before swallowing it

Example

You should chew your food properly to help with digestion.

当她获得奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。

C2 adjective /ˈkɒndʒʊɡəl/

conjugal

婚姻的

Meaning

relating to marriage or the relationship between husband and wife

Example

They enjoyed a long life of conjugal happiness.

他们享受了长久的婚姻幸福生活。

B1 noun /kəˈnuː/

Canoe

独木舟

Meaning

a narrow boat pointed at both ends and moved with a paddle

Example

They paddled their canoe down the peaceful stream.

他们在平静的小溪中划着独木舟。

C1 noun kəˈlɛktɪvɪzəm

collectivism

集体主义

Meaning

The practice or principle of giving a group priority over each individual in it.

Example

Collectivism emphasizes the importance of group over individual interests.

集体主义强调集体利益高于个人利益。

B1 noun /tʃɑːrm/

Charm

魅力; 魔法; 吸引力

Meaning

the power or quality of giving delight or arousing admiration; a magical spell or talisman

Example

Her natural charm and wit made her popular at social gatherings.

她天生的魅力和机智使她在社交聚会中受欢迎。

B2 adverb /ˈkɒnsɪkwəntli/

consequently

因此

Meaning

as a result; therefore

Example

He didn’t study, and consequently he failed the exam.

他没有学习，因此他没通过考试。

A1 noun /ker/

Care

照顾; 保护; 关怀

Meaning

the provision of what is necessary for health, welfare, or protection

Example

The nurse provided excellent care for the elderly patients.

护士为老年患者提供了出色的照顾。

C1 verb /ˈsɪvɪlaɪz/

civilize

使文明

Meaning

to bring a society or group to a more developed, organized, or socially acceptable state; to educate and refine behavior

Example

Education can help civilize communities by promoting shared values and respect.

教育可以通过促进共同价值观和尊重来使社区更加文明。

C2 noun /ˈtʃaɪ.nə roʊz/

China-rose

朱槿

Meaning

a tropical flowering plant with large, showy flowers in various colors

Example

The bright red China-rose flowers decorated the entrance of the house.

鲜红的朱槿花装饰了房子的入口。

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。

A2 noun, adjective /ˈkrɪstʃən/

christian

基督徒

Meaning

a person who follows the religion based on the teachings of Jesus Christ

Example

She is a devoted Christian who attends church every Sunday.

她是一个虔诚的基督徒，每个星期天都会去教堂。

C1 noun /kənˈveɪəns/

conveyance

运输

Meaning

The action or process of transporting or carrying someone or something from one place to another.

Example

The conveyance of goods was delayed due to bad weather.

由于恶劣的天气，货物的运输被延迟。

A1 verb /tʃuːz/

choose

选择

Meaning

to pick or select from several options

Example

I always choose healthy food options.

我总是选择健康的食物选择。

A1 adjective /kuːl/

cool

冷静, 凉爽, 印象深刻

Meaning

moderately cold; calm and composed; fashionable or impressive

Example

She kept a cool head during the crisis.

她在危机中保持冷静。

B2 preposition /kənˈsɜːnɪŋ/

concerning

关于

Meaning

about or relating to something; causing worry or anxiety

Example

There are some reports concerning the new project.

关于新项目有一些报告。

B1 adjective /ˈkeɪ.pə.bəl/

Capable

有能力的; 能干的

Meaning

having the ability, fitness, or quality necessary to do or achieve something; competent

Example

She is capable of handling complex problems.

她能够处理复杂的问题。

C2 noun /kænˈtɑː.tə/

cantata

康塔塔

Meaning

A vocal composition with instrumental accompaniment, typically in several movements, often involving a choir.

Example

The choir performed a beautiful cantata during the festival.

合唱团在节日期间演唱了美丽的康塔塔。

B2 noun /kɜːrv/

Curve

曲线; 转弯

Meaning

a line or outline that gradually deviates from being straight; a bend or turn in a road or path

Example

The driver slowed down as he approached the sharp curve in the mountain road.

当司机接近山路中的急转弯时，他减慢了速度。

B2 noun /ˌkɒrəˈspɒndənt/

correspondent

记者

Meaning

A journalist who reports news from a particular place or on a particular subject.

Example

The foreign correspondent reported live from Paris.

外国记者从巴黎进行现场直播报道。

B2 noun /kəmˈpæʃ.ən/

Compassion

同情

Meaning

sympathetic concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others; deep awareness of suffering with a desire to help

Example

She showed great compassion towards the homeless children by providing them food and shelter.

她通过为无家可归的孩子提供食物和住所，表现出极大的同情。

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。

C1 noun /kəˈnɛəri/

canary

金丝雀

Meaning

a small, usually yellow bird known for its singing; also used as a warning sign in dangerous conditions

Example

The canary sang beautifully in its cage.

金丝雀在它的笼子里唱得非常动听。

B1 adjective /ˈkɒmplɪˌkeɪtɪd/

complicated

复杂

Meaning

consisting of many interconnected parts; difficult to understand

Example

The instructions for the machine are too complicated to follow.

机器的说明书太复杂，无法跟随。

B1 noun /ˈkɜː.ri/

Curry

咖喱

Meaning

a dish of meat, vegetables, etc., cooked in an Indian-style sauce with hot spices

Example

I love spicy chicken curry with rice.

我喜欢和米饭一起吃辛辣的鸡肉咖喱。

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 verb /ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnd/

comprehend

理解

Meaning

to understand or grasp the meaning of something

Example

It is difficult to comprehend the scale of the disaster.

理解灾难的规模很困难。

C2 adjective /ˈkreɪvən/

craven

懦夫

Meaning

cowardly; lacking courage

Example

He was too craven to stand up for his beliefs.

他太懦弱，无法捍卫自己的信念。

C2 noun /ˈkæriən/

carrion

腐肉

Meaning

the decaying flesh of dead animals

Example

Vultures feed on carrion left in the fields.

秃鹫在田野中觅食腐肉。

B1 noun /ˈkɒntɪnənt/

continent

大陆

Meaning

one of the large landmasses on Earth such as Asia, Africa, or Europe

Example

Asia is the largest continent in the world.

亚洲是世界上最大的大陆。

A2 noun /koʊt/

Coat

外套

Meaning

an outer garment worn over other clothes for warmth or protection

Example

He put on his winter coat before going outside.

他在出门前穿上了冬季外套。

B2 verb /ˈkɒmprəmaɪz/

compromise

妥协

Meaning

To expose or make vulnerable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute.

Example

Excessive sharing can compromise your privacy.

过度分享可能会危害你的隐私。

B2 noun /ˈkɒmɜːs/

commerce

商业

Meaning

the activity of buying and selling goods and services

Example

International commerce has expanded significantly in recent years.

国际商务在最近几年显著增长。

A2 verb ˈselɪbreɪt

celebrate

庆祝

Meaning

To acknowledge a significant or happy day or event with a social gathering or enjoyable activity.

Example

Bangladesh celebrates Urban Planning Day on November 8.

中国庆祝国庆节，日期是10月1日。

B2 verb /kənˈsiːl/

conceal

隐藏

Meaning

to hide something or keep it secret

Example

He tried to conceal his disappointment behind a smile.

他试图用微笑掩饰自己的失望。

C2 adjective /ˈklɛmənt/

clement

温和 / 仁慈

Meaning

mild or merciful; describing weather as mild and pleasant

Example

The prisoners hoped for a clement judge.

囚犯们希望有一个温和的法官。

C1 adjective /kəˈlæpsəbl̩/

collapsible

可折叠的

Meaning

able to be folded down or reduced in size

Example

She bought a collapsible chair for camping.

她为露营买了一个可折叠的椅子。

B1 noun /kriˈeɪ.ʃən/

Creation

创作; 作品

Meaning

the action or process of bringing something into existence; something that has been made or invented

Example

The artist's latest creation was displayed at the modern art gallery.

这位艺术家的最新创作被展示在现代艺术画廊。

C1 adjective /kɔɪ/

coy

害羞的, 内向的

Meaning

reluctant to give details or reveal feelings; shy or reserved

Example

She gave a coy smile when asked about her plans.

当被问及她的计划时，她露出了一丝害羞的微笑。

B2 noun ˌkʌl.tɪˈveɪ.ʃən

cultivation

耕作

Meaning

The practice of preparing and using land for crops or gardening; the action of improving or developing something.

Example

The cultivation of organic crops has increased worldwide.

有机作物的耕作在全球范围内增加了。

C1 noun /krɪˈden.ʃəl/

credential

资历, 证明文件

Meaning

a qualification, achievement, or aspect of a person's background used to indicate suitability for something

Example

She presented her credentials before starting the new job.

她在开始新工作之前展示了她的资历。

C2 noun /kəˈbɑl/

Cabal

阴谋集团

Meaning

a secret political clique or faction

Example

The journalists exposed a cabal of corrupt politicians working together.

记者揭露了一个腐败政治家的秘密团体，他们一起合作。

B1 verb /koʊˈɑːpəreɪt/

cooperate

合作

Meaning

to work together; to collaborate

Example

The teams cooperate to achieve their common goals.

团队合作以实现他们的共同目标。

B2 verb /kənˈstrʌkt/

construct

建造

Meaning

to build or form something by putting parts together

Example

They plan to construct a new bridge over the river.

他们计划在河上建一座新桥。

C2 noun /kɒɡˈnoʊmən/

cognomen

姓氏 / 绰号

Meaning

A family name or surname; an additional name or nickname.

Example

His cognomen became widely known in literary circles.

他的姓氏在文学界广为人知。

B2 noun /ˈsɜːr.tən.ti/

Certainty

确定性

Meaning

firm conviction that something is the case; the quality of being reliably true

Example

We can say with certainty that the project will be completed on time.

我们可以确定地说，项目将按时完成。

B1 verb /kənˈfɜːrm/

confirm

确认

Meaning

to establish the truth, accuracy, or validity of something

Example

The hotel will confirm your reservation by email.

酒店将通过电子邮件确认您的预订。

C1 verb /kənˈkɜːr/

concur

同意

Meaning

To agree with someone or something.

Example

I concur with your opinion on this matter.

我同意您在这个问题上的观点。

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 noun /ˈkliː.vər/

Cleaver

切肉刀

Meaning

a heavy knife with a broad blade used for chopping meat or vegetables

Example

The chef used a cleaver to chop the chicken bones.

厨师用切肉刀切鸡骨头。

C1 adjective kəˈlɒs.əl

Colossal

巨大的

Meaning

Extremely large, gigantic, enormous in size or extent.

Example

The colossal pyramids of Egypt are a marvel of architecture.

埃及的巨大神庙是建筑学的奇迹。

B2 noun /ˈsɛmɪˌtɛri/

cemetery

墓地

Meaning

a place where dead people are buried

Example

The old cemetery is located at the edge of the village.

古老的墓地位于村庄的边缘。

A2 verb /kənˈtɪn.juːd/

continued

继续

Meaning

Kept happening or carried on without stopping.

Example

She continued working despite the challenges.

她继续工作，尽管面临挑战。

C2 adjective /krɪˈpʌskjʊlər/

crepuscular

与黄昏相关

Meaning

relating to twilight or active during twilight

Example

Bats are crepuscular animals, most active at dawn and dusk.

蝙蝠是黄昏活动的动物，在黎明和黄昏时最活跃。

C1 adjective /ˌser.ɪˈmoʊ.ni.əl/

Ceremonial

仪式的

Meaning

relating to or used in ceremonies; formal and ritualistic

Example

The ceremonial dress was worn during the royal wedding.

在皇家婚礼上穿的就是仪式性的服装。

A2 noun /kriːm/

Cream

奶油

Meaning

the thick white or pale yellow fatty liquid that rises to the top of milk

Example

She whipped the cream until it became fluffy.

她打发奶油，直到它变得蓬松。

C2 noun /ˈkloʊðiər/

clothier

服装商

Meaning

a person or company that makes, sells, or deals in clothes.

Example

The town’s clothier displayed fine suits in his shop window.

城里的服装商在他的店窗里展示了精美的西装。

B2 noun /kənˈdʒes.tʃən/

congestion

交通堵塞

Meaning

A situation in which a place is too blocked or crowded, causing difficulties.

Example

Urban congestion leads to longer travel times.

城市交通堵塞导致了更长的旅行时间。

C1 noun /kəˈpɪl.ər.iz/

capillaries

毛细血管

Meaning

Any of the fine branching blood vessels that form a network between the arterioles and venules.

Example

Broken capillaries cause dark circles.

破裂的毛细血管导致黑眼圈。

C2 verb /kənˈtɛm/

contemn

轻视

Meaning

to treat or regard with disdain, scorn, or contempt

Example

He would never contemn honest work, no matter how humble.

他绝不会轻视诚实的工作，无论它多么卑微。

C2 adjective /sərˈkjuːɪtəs/

circuitous

迂回路线

Meaning

Longer than the most direct way; roundabout.

Example

He took a circuitous route to avoid traffic.

他走了一条迂回路线以避开交通。

B2 noun kəˈmɒd.ə.ti

commodity

商品

Meaning

A raw material or primary agricultural product that can be bought and sold.

Example

Oil is a valuable commodity in the global market.

石油是全球市场上有价值的商品。

B2 verb /ˈkɒnstɪtjuːt/

constitute

构成

Meaning

To make up, form, or establish something.

Example

These documents constitute the legal agreement between the two parties.

这些文件构成了两方之间的法律协议。

B2 adverb /kənˈtɪnjuəsli/

Continuously

连续不断地; 持续; 不间断

Meaning

without interruption; in an unbroken sequence

Example

The machine operates continuously for 24 hours.

机器持续运行24小时。

B2 noun /klɔː/

Claw

爪子

Meaning

sharp curved nail on the foot of an animal or bird

Example

The cat extended its sharp claws to climb the tree.

猫伸出锋利的爪子爬上了树。

B1 noun /klɪf/

cliff

悬崖

Meaning

a high, steep face of rock or earth

Example

The waves crashed against the bottom of the cliff.

波浪撞击悬崖底部。

B1 noun ˈkɒn.sɪ.kwəns

consequence

后果

Meaning

A result or effect of an action or condition.

Example

Every action has a consequence.

每个行为都有后果。

C1 noun /kənˈsiːt/

conceit

自负

Meaning

excessive pride in oneself; vanity

Example

His conceit made him unpopular among his colleagues.

他的自负让他在同事中不受欢迎。

C1 noun /ˈkɑːrdəməm/

Cardamom

豆蔻

Meaning

aromatic seeds from a plant in the ginger family, used as a spice

Example

The recipe calls for a pinch of ground cardamom.

食谱中需要一撮磨碎的豆蔻。

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。

B2 noun /kɒk/

Cock

公鸡

Meaning

an adult male chicken

Example

The cock crowed loudly at dawn to wake everyone up.

公鸡在黎明时分大声啼叫，唤醒了所有人。

B1 adverb /ˈkloʊsli/

closely

幸福

Meaning

in a way that is very near in space, time, or relationship; carefully and attentively

Example

The detective examined the evidence closely.

当她获得奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。

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 /kənˈfɔːrməns/

conformance

一致性

Meaning

The act of conforming to a rule, standard, or law.

Example

The product was tested for conformance with safety standards.

该产品已按照安全标准进行了符合性测试。

C1 noun /ˈkʌl.ən.dər/

Colander

漏网

Meaning

a bowl-shaped kitchen utensil with holes in it used for draining food such as pasta or rice

Example

She drained the pasta using a colander.

她用漏网把意大利面排水了。

B2 noun /ˈsɪnəmən/

Cinnamon

肉桂

Meaning

aromatic spice obtained from the inner bark of several tree species

Example

Cinnamon is often used in baking and desserts.

肉桂常用于烘焙和甜点中。

A2 noun /kəˈnɛkʃən/

connection

连接

Meaning

a relationship in which a person, thing, or idea is linked or associated with something else

Example

There is a strong connection between exercise and health.

运动和健康之间有着紧密的联系。

C2 noun /kənˌdʒiː.niˈæl.ə.t̬i/

congeniality

和蔼可亲

Meaning

The quality of being pleasant, friendly, and easy to talk to.

Example

His congeniality makes him popular among friends.

他的和蔼可亲使他在朋友中很受欢迎。

C1 noun /kæsˈkeɪd/

Cascade

瀑布; 一系列阶段或操作

Meaning

a waterfall; a succession of stages or operations

Example

The mountain cascade created a beautiful natural swimming pool below.

山间瀑布在下面形成了一个美丽的自然游泳池。

C1 verb /kəˈleɪt/

collate

整理

Meaning

to collect, arrange, and combine in order

Example

The secretary collated the reports before the meeting.

秘书在会议之前整理了报告。

C1 verb /ˈkrʌmpəl/

crumple

揉捏

Meaning

to crush something into folds or wrinkles

Example

He crumpled the paper and threw it in the bin.

他把纸揉成一团丢进了垃圾桶。

B1 adjective /ˈkəʊstəl/

coastal

沿海

Meaning

relating to or near a coast or shoreline

Example

They built a resort in a coastal area.

他们在沿海地区建造了一个度假村。

C1 noun ˈklaɪmət ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən

climate regulation

气候调节

Meaning

The moderation of climate conditions through natural or artificial processes.

Example

Forests help in climate regulation by stabilizing local temperatures.

森林通过稳定当地的温度来帮助气候调节。

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。

C2 verb /kənˈdjuːs/

conduce

有助于

Meaning

To help bring about a particular result; to contribute to something.

Example

Regular exercise conduces to better health.

定期锻炼有助于更好的健康。

B2 verb /koʊˈɔːrdɪˌneɪt/

coordinate

协调

Meaning

to organize people or things so that they work together effectively

Example

We need to coordinate our efforts to finish the project on time.

我们需要协调我们的努力，以便按时完成项目。

B2 adjective /ˈtʃʌbi/

chubby

圆润

Meaning

slightly fat in a way that looks healthy and pleasant

Example

The baby has chubby cheeks.

宝宝有圆润的脸颊。

B2 noun /ˌkɔːriˈændər/

Coriander

香菜

Meaning

aromatic herb with feathery leaves used for flavoring food; also refers to the seeds used as spice

Example

Fresh coriander leaves are sprinkled on top of the curry.

新鲜的香菜叶撒在咖喱上。

C1 adjective /kəmˈplɪsɪt/

complicit

共犯 (犯罪中)

Meaning

involved with others in an illegal activity or wrongdoing

Example

He was found complicit in the crime.

他在犯罪中被发现是共犯。

C1 noun /kuːp/

coop

鸡或其他鸟类的一个小围栏或笼子

Meaning

a small enclosure or cage for chickens or other birds

Example

The farmer checked the chickens in the coop every morning.

农民每天早上检查鸡舍里的鸡。

C1 noun /ˈkɜːrfjuː/

curfew

宵禁

Meaning

a rule requiring people to stay indoors after a certain time, usually at night

Example

The city imposed a curfew during the unrest.

城市在骚乱期间实施了宵禁。

B2 noun /ˈkʌm.pəs/

Compass

罗盘

Meaning

an instrument for finding direction with a magnetic needle pointing to magnetic north

Example

The hiker used a compass to find the right direction.

登山者使用罗盘来寻找正确的方向。

C2 noun /ˌkæl.sɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

calcification

钙化

Meaning

The process of calcium accumulation in soil, making it hard.

Example

Calcification reduces soil permeability and affects crop growth.

钙化减少了土壤的渗透性，并影响作物的生长。

B2 noun kəmˈpet.ɪ.tɪv.nəs

competitiveness

竞争力

Meaning

The quality of being as good as or better than others of a comparable nature; the ability to compete successfully.

Example

Competitiveness is vital for economic sustainability.

竞争力对经济可持续性至关重要。

B1 verb /kæst/

cast

投掷

Meaning

to throw; to choose actors for a play; to shape metal

Example

The fisherman casts his line into the water.

渔夫把他的鱼线投进水里。

C1 verb ˌkəʊ.əˈles

coalesce

合并

Meaning

Come together and form one mass or whole; unite to form one organization or group.

Example

The different theories coalesced into one unified idea.

不同的理论合并成一个统一的观点。

C2 noun /kəˈræf/

carafe

玻璃瓶

Meaning

a glass container without handles used for serving drinks like water or wine

Example

The waiter brought a carafe of water to the table.

服务员把一瓶水放在桌子上。

B1 noun /ˈkʊkər/

cooker

炊具; 电饭煲

Meaning

a device or appliance used for cooking food; a person or thing that cooks

Example

The rice cooker makes cooking meals much easier.

电饭煲让做饭变得更简单。

A1 noun /ˈkʌl.ər/

Colour

颜色

Meaning

the property possessed by an object of producing different sensations on the eye as a result of the way it reflects light; hue, tint, shade

Example

What is your favorite colour for painting the bedroom walls?

你最喜欢的卧室墙面涂什么颜色？

C1 noun /klæn/

clan

氏族

Meaning

a large family group or a close-knit community with shared interests or ancestry

Example

The entire clan gathered to celebrate the festival.

整个氏族聚集在一起庆祝节日。

C2 noun /ˈsɪɡnət/

cygnet

天鹅幼崽

Meaning

a young swan

Example

The cygnet swam closely behind its mother.

小天鹅在母亲后面游泳。

A1 adjective /koʊld/

Cold

寒冷的; 冰冷的; 冷淡的;

Meaning

having a low temperature; lacking warmth; unfriendly

Example

The cold winter wind made everyone shiver.

寒冷的冬季风让每个人都打了寒战。

A2 adverb /ˈker.fə.li/

Carefully

小心地

Meaning

with great attention and caution; thoughtfully and attentively

Example

Please read the instructions carefully.

请仔细阅读说明书。

B2 verb /kənˈfaɪn/

confine

限制

Meaning

to restrict someone or something within certain limits; to keep someone in a closed space

Example

The prisoner was confined to his cell for 23 hours a day.

囚犯每天被关在他的牢房里23小时。

自满

Meaning

Excessive self-satisfaction with one's achievements that can hinder progress.

Example

His complacency led to a decline in his performance.

他的自满导致了他的表现下降。