B2 noun /ˈklɒzɪt/

closet

衣柜

Meaning

a small room or enclosed space used for storing clothes or other things

Example

She keeps her winter coats in the closet near the door.

她把冬季外套放在门旁的衣柜里。

B2 adjective /ˈnuːkliər/

nuclear

核能

Meaning

relating to the nucleus of an atom or to nuclear energy

Example

The country is developing nuclear energy.

该国正在开发核能。

B2 noun draʊt

drought

干旱

Meaning

A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall; a shortage of water.

Example

Drought impacts crop growth significantly.

干旱显著影响农作物的生长。

B2 noun ˌbaɪ.oʊ.dɪˈvɝː.sə.t̬i

biodiversity

生物多样性

Meaning

The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

Example

Rainforests are home to immense biodiversity.

雨林是巨大的生物多样性的家园。

B2 noun ˈkwəʊ.tə

quota

配额

Meaning

A limited or fixed number or amount of people or things, in particular.

Example

The quota reform was a key demand.

配额改革是一个关键要求。

B2 noun /ˈrɛzərvwɑːr/

reservoir

水库

Meaning

A large natural or artificial lake used as a source of water supply.

Example

The city built a new reservoir to ensure enough drinking water for its residents.

这座城市建造了一个新的水库，以确保为居民提供足够的饮用水。

B2 noun/verb /preɪ/

prey

Meaning

an animal hunted by another for food; to hunt and feed on

Example

Lions prey on zebras in the wild.

B2 noun /faʊl/

Fowl

家禽

Meaning

a domesticated bird kept for meat or eggs; chicken or other poultry

Example

The farmer raised fowl in his backyard for fresh eggs and meat.

农民在后院养家禽，提供新鲜的鸡蛋和肉。

B2 noun /ˈtʃæpəl/

chapel

小教堂

Meaning

A small church or a room used for Christian worship, often within a larger building.

Example

The couple got married in a small countryside chapel.

这对夫妇在一个小教堂里结婚。

B2 noun /ˌveəriˈeɪʃən/

Variation

变化; 改变; 状态或数量的差异

Meaning

a change or difference in condition, amount, or level; a different or distinct form or version of something

Example

There was a significant variation in temperature throughout the day.

白天温度变化显著。

B2 noun/verb /ræft/

raft

筏

Meaning

A flat structure made of logs or planks tied together, used as a boat or floating platform; to travel or transport on such a structure.

Example

They built a raft to cross the river.

他们建造了一只筏子来过河。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈper.ə.tɪv/

imperative

命令式

Meaning

Of vital importance; crucial; giving or expressing a command.

Example

It is imperative to address the climate crisis immediately.

必须立即解决气候危机。

B2 noun /ˈmʌð.ər.hʊd/

Motherhood

母性

Meaning

the state of being a mother; the qualities of a mother

Example

She embraced the joys and challenges of motherhood.

她拥抱了母性的快乐和挑战。

B2 verb /ˈaɪ.sə.leɪt/

isolate

孤立

Meaning

To separate something or someone from others.

Example

Doctors tried to isolate the patient to prevent the spread of infection.

医生试图将病人隔离，以防止感染传播。

B2 noun /ˈfræɡ.mənt/

Fragment

碎片; 片段;

Meaning

a small part broken or separated off something; an incomplete or isolated portion

Example

Archaeologists found fragments of ancient pottery buried in the soil.

考古学家在土壤中发现了古代陶器的碎片。

B2 verb /ˈdɪkteɪt/

dictate

口述

Meaning

to say words aloud for someone to write down; to give orders

Example

The boss dictates letters to his secretary.

老板给他的秘书口述信件。

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。

B2 verb /plaʊ/

plough

犁地

Meaning

to break up and turn over soil using a plough; to move through something with difficulty

Example

The farmer ploughs the field every spring.

农民每年春天都耕地。

B2 noun /ˈdɛsɪməl/

decimal

十进制

Meaning

A number system based on 10; a number expressed in the base-10 system.

Example

The number 0.75 is a decimal.

数字0.75是一个十进制数。

B2 noun ˈikoʊ ˈfrɛndli tɛkˈnɑləʤiz

eco-friendly technologies

环保技术

Meaning

Technologies that are designed to minimize environmental impact and promote sustainability.

Example

Eco-friendly technologies can mitigate pollution.

环保技术可以减轻污染。

B2 verb /pʌmp/

pump

抽水

Meaning

to force liquid or gas to move in a particular direction using a device

Example

They pumped water from the well into the tank.

他们把水从井里抽到水箱里。

B2 noun /ˈwɜːrkˌfɔːrs/

workforce

劳动力

Meaning

the people engaged in or available for work

Example

The company is looking to expand its workforce by 20%.

公司计划将其劳动力扩大20%。

B2 noun /sɛnt/

scent

香气

Meaning

a distinctive smell, especially a pleasant one

Example

The scent of roses filled the garden.

玫瑰的香气充满了花园。

B2 adjective, noun, verb /faʊl/

foul

Meaning

offensive to the senses; dirty or unpleasant; in sports, an unfair or illegal act

Example

The player was penalized for committing a foul.

B2 noun prɒsˈpɛr.ɪ.ti

prosperity

繁荣

Meaning

The state of being prosperous; success or wealth.

Example

The country achieved great prosperity during the last decade.

这个国家在过去十年中取得了巨大的繁荣。

B2 noun /dʒuː/

jew

犹太人

Meaning

a person whose religion is Judaism or who is of Jewish descent

Example

He is a Jew by heritage and follows Jewish customs.

他是犹太人，继承了犹太传统并遵守犹太习俗。

B2 adjective /kəmˈpoʊzd/

composed

冷静

Meaning

calm and in control of oneself; made up of or formed from

Example

He remained composed even under pressure.

他在压力下依然保持冷静。

B2 noun /mjuːl/

Mule

骡子

Meaning

the offspring of a donkey and a horse, used as a working animal

Example

The farmer used a mule to carry heavy loads.

农民用骡子搬运重物。

B2 adjective /əˈfekʃənət/

Affectionate

亲切的; 爱心的; 温柔的; 表现出关爱

Meaning

loving; caring; tender; showing affection

Example

She is very affectionate towards her children.

她对她的孩子非常温柔。

B2 noun /ˈbæŋkrʌptsi/

bankruptcy

破产

Meaning

the state of being unable to pay debts owed, declared by a legal process

Example

The company declared bankruptcy after months of financial struggles.

公司在经历了几个月的财务困难后宣布破产。

B2 verb /rɪˈvɜːrt/

revert

恢复

Meaning

to return to a previous state, condition, or practice

Example

The system will revert to its original settings after the update.

系统将在更新后恢复到原始设置。

B2 noun /ˈprɛmɪs/

premise

前提 / 建筑物

Meaning

a statement or idea on which reasoning or an argument is based; also a building or property

Example

His argument was based on a false premise.

他的论点是建立在一个错误的前提上的。

B2 adjective /ˈlɛdʒəndɛri/

legendary

Meaning

remarkable enough to be famous; often used to describe something that is iconic or widely known

Example

The legendary musician performed in front of a packed stadium.

B2 noun /ˈweə(r)haʊs/

warehouse

仓库

Meaning

a large building where goods are stored before being sold or distributed

Example

The company stores all its products in a big warehouse.

公司将所有产品存储在一个大仓库里。

B2 noun /ˈskʌlp.tʃər/

Sculpture

雕塑; 通过雕刻制作的艺术品

Meaning

the art of making objects by carving; a work of art made by carving

Example

The museum displays ancient Greek sculpture.

博物馆展示了古希腊雕塑。

B2 adjective /ɪkˈskluːsɪv/

exclusive

仅限于特定的人、团体或区域；不与他人共享

Meaning

restricted to a particular person, group, or area; not shared with others

Example

The hotel offers exclusive access to a private beach.

酒店提供专属通往私人海滩的通道。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈfeɪθ.fəl/

Unfaithful

不忠诚

Meaning

not loyal or true to a spouse, partner, or commitment

Example

He was unfaithful to his wife for many years.

他对妻子不忠诚多年。

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。

B2 noun /ˈæli/

alley

小巷

Meaning

a narrow passageway between or behind buildings

Example

They walked through a dark alley to reach the main road.

他们走过一条黑暗的小巷，来到主干道。

B2 adverb /ˈdʒenərəsli/

generously

慷慨地

Meaning

in a kind, giving, or unselfish manner; in a plentiful or abundant way

Example

She generously donated money to help the poor.

她慷慨地捐钱帮助穷人。

B2 noun/verb /ˈkɒmplɪmənt/

complement

补充

Meaning

something that completes or goes well with something; to add something that enhances or improves

Example

The scarf complements her outfit perfectly.

围巾完美地补充了她的装束。

B2 noun /ˈɪnfənt/

infant

婴儿

Meaning

A very young child or baby.

Example

The infant was sleeping peacefully in the cradle.

婴儿在摇篮中安静地睡着。

B2 noun /səˈlɪsɪtər/

solicitor

律师

Meaning

A type of lawyer who gives legal advice and prepares legal documents, often representing clients in lower courts.

Example

She consulted a solicitor before signing the contract.

她在签署合同之前咨询了律师。

B2 noun /dɪˈtɛkʃən/

detection

检测

Meaning

the action or process of identifying the presence of something

Example

The detection of fraud in the system was swift.

系统中的欺诈检测迅速完成。

B2 adverb /ˈθɪkli/

Thickly

密集地

Meaning

in a thick manner; densely; heavily

Example

The forest was thickly wooded with tall pine trees.

森林被高大的松树密集覆盖。

B2 adjective /ˈmænɪdʒəbəl/

Manageable

可管理的；可控制的

Meaning

able to be controlled or dealt with; feasible

Example

The workload is manageable if we plan properly.

工作负载是可管理的，如果我们正确规划。

B2 noun /ˌʌndəˈɡrædʒuət/

undergraduate

本科生

Meaning

a student who has not yet earned a bachelor's degree

Example

She is an undergraduate studying computer science.

她是一个学习计算机科学的本科生。

B2 verb /ˈkɒnvɪkt/

convict

判决

Meaning

to find someone guilty of a crime in a court of law

Example

The court convicted him of theft.

法院判定他偷窃有罪。

B2 noun /ˈsiːkər/

seeker

寻求者

Meaning

a person who is looking for something, especially knowledge or truth

Example

The seeker traveled far to find the answers to his questions.

寻求者远行去寻找他问题的答案。

B2 verb /reɪd/

raid

突袭

Meaning

to attack suddenly; to search and seize

Example

Police raid the illegal gambling house.

警方突袭非法赌博屋。

B2 adjective /ˈheɪsti/

Hasty

匆忙的; 急促的

Meaning

done or acting with excessive speed or urgency; hurried

Example

Don't make hasty decisions when you're angry.

生气时不要做出匆忙的决定。

B2 adverb /ˌnʌnðəˈlɛs/

nonetheless

尽管如此

Meaning

in spite of that; nevertheless

Example

It was raining, but nonetheless, they went hiking.

下着雨，但尽管如此，他们还是去远足了。

B2 verb /sɜːrdʒ/

surge

激增

Meaning

to move suddenly and powerfully forward or upward

Example

The crowd surged forward when the gates opened.

当大门打开时，人群向前涌动。

B2 noun /ˈæl.oʊ ˈvɪər.ə/

Aloe Vera

芦荟

Meaning

a succulent plant with thick fleshy leaves and medicinal properties; produces tubular flowers

Example

The aloe vera plant blooms with orange or yellow tubular flowers.

芦荟植物开着橙色或黄色的管状花。

B2 noun /dɪˈnaɪ.əl/

Denial

否认

Meaning

the action of declaring something to be untrue; refusal to acknowledge something

Example

His denial of involvement in the scandal was met with skepticism.

他否认参与丑闻的行为，遭遇了怀疑。

B2 noun /ræntʃ/

ranch

牧场

Meaning

a large farm where animals such as cattle or sheep are raised

Example

They own a huge cattle ranch in Texas.

他们在德克萨斯州拥有一个巨大的牧场。

B2 verb /dɪˈtɜːr/

deter

Meaning

to discourage someone from doing something by instilling doubt or fear

Example

High fines are meant to deter people from breaking the law.

B2 verb /skrʌb/

scrub

擦拭

Meaning

To rub hard so as to clean, typically with a brush and water.

Example

Excessive scrubbing of the eyes is harmful.

过度擦眼睛对身体有害。

B2 adjective /ˌɪn.trəˈdʌk.tər.i/

introductory

介绍性

Meaning

Serving as an introduction; preliminary or preparatory.

Example

The professor gave an introductory lecture on economics.

教授做了关于经济学的介绍性讲座。

B2 adverb /ˈblʌnt.li/

Bluntly

直言不讳; 直率地

Meaning

in a direct way without trying to be polite; frankly

Example

He told her bluntly that she was wrong.

他直接告诉她她错了。

B2 noun, verb /ˌɪnkənˈviːniəns/

inconvenience

不便

Meaning

trouble or difficulty caused to someone; to cause trouble or difficulty to someone

Example

We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the delay.

对于延误造成的任何不便，我们深表歉意。

B2 adjective /ˈtaɪm.li/

Timely

及时的; 准时的

Meaning

happening at the right time; punctual

Example

His timely arrival saved the meeting.

他及时的到达拯救了会议。

B2 noun /briz/

Breeze

微风

Meaning

a gentle wind; something that is achieved with ease

Example

The cool ocean breeze made the hot summer day more pleasant.

清凉的海风让炎热的夏日更加宜人。

B2 noun /ˈreɪtɪŋ/

rating

评分

Meaning

an evaluation or assessment, usually numerical

Example

The movie received a high rating from critics.

这部电影得到了评论家的高评分。

B2 noun /sɪnˈserɪti/

Sincerity

真诚

Meaning

the quality of being free from pretense or deceit; honesty

Example

His sincerity in apologizing was evident to everyone.

他在道歉时的真诚对所有人都显而易见。

B2 noun /taɪm/

thyme

百里香

Meaning

A small aromatic herb used in cooking and medicine.

Example

She sprinkled thyme on the roasted chicken.

她撒上百里香在烤鸡上。

B2 noun /liːɡ/

league

联赛

Meaning

An association of people or groups united for a common purpose; also a unit of distance (old use).

Example

Several clubs formed a league to promote sportsmanship.

几个俱乐部组成了一个联盟，以促进体育精神。

B2 adverb /ˈdʒɛnjʊɪnli/

genuinely

真心

Meaning

in a truthful and sincere way

Example

She genuinely cares about the environment.

她真心关心环境。

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 noun /ˈkɪdni/

Kidney

肾脏

Meaning

either of a pair of organs that filter waste products from the blood and produce urine

Example

Drinking plenty of water helps keep your kidneys healthy.

喝足够的水有助于保持肾脏健康。

B2 noun ˌæn.tiˈɒk.sɪ.dənt

antioxidant

抗氧化剂

Meaning

A substance that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage by neutralizing free radicals.

Example

Green tea contains powerful antioxidants that slow aging.

绿茶含有强效的抗氧化剂，可以减缓衰老。

B2 verb /ˈvæksɪneɪt/

vaccinate

接种

Meaning

to give a vaccine to protect against a disease

Example

Children are usually vaccinated before starting school.

孩子们通常在上学前会接种疫苗。

B2 adjective /ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsəl/

Universal

普遍的

Meaning

applicable to all cases; existing everywhere

Example

Music is a universal language that everyone understands.

音乐是一种普遍的语言，人人都能理解。

B2 adjective /dɪm/

Dim

昏暗; 光线微弱; 微弱

Meaning

not bright; having little light; faint

Example

The room was dim with only a small candle for light.

房间昏暗，只有一只小蜡烛提供光线。

B2 noun ˈkærɪktər dɪˈvɛləpmənt

character development

角色发展

Meaning

The process of creating a believable character in fiction by giving the character depth and personality.

Example

The character development of Sydney Carton is profound.

悉尼·卡顿的角色发展深刻。

B2 verb /ɪˈvɑːlv/

evolve

Meaning

to develop gradually, especially into a more complex or advanced state

Example

Over time, the company evolved into a global brand.

B2 noun /ˌkɒrəˈleɪʃən/

correlation

pinch

捏

Meaning

to squeeze tightly between the fingers; to take a small amount

Example

She pinched a bit of salt into the soup.

她在汤里放了一点盐。

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。

B2 adverb /əˈdɪʃənəli/

additionally

此外

Meaning

in addition to what has been said or done

Example

Additionally, we offer discounts for early bookings.

此外，我们为提前预订提供折扣。

B2 noun /lʌŋ/

Lung

肺

Meaning

either of the two organs in the chest that you use for breathing

Example

Smoking can cause serious damage to your lungs.

吸烟可能会对你的肺造成严重损害。

B2 noun /ˈæŋkər/

Anchor

锚

Meaning

a heavy object used to moor a vessel to the sea bottom; a person or thing that provides stability or confidence

Example

The ship dropped its anchor in the harbor.

船只在港口投下了锚。

B2 adjective /ˈʌt.moʊst/

Utmost

最极; 极限

Meaning

greatest; most extreme; maximum possible

Example

She showed utmost care while handling the fragile items.

她在处理脆弱物品时表现出最大的关心。

B2 noun /ˈbriː.ðɪŋ tɛkˌniːks/

breathing techniques

呼吸技巧

Meaning

Methods of controlling breathing to achieve relaxation and improve health.

Example

Breathing techniques help in reducing stress and anxiety.

呼吸技巧有助于减少压力和焦虑。

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 noun /ˈsɒlɪtjuːd/

solitude

孤独

Meaning

The state or situation of being alone.

Example

Solitude can provide the opportunity for deep reflection.

孤独可以提供深刻反思的机会。

B2 verb /ˈkɒm.plɪ.keɪt/

complicate

使复杂

Meaning

To make something more difficult or confusing.

Example

The new rules will only complicate the process.

新规则只会使这个过程更加复杂。

B2 verb /ˈpjʊərɪfaɪ/

purify

净化

Meaning

to make clean or pure; to remove impurities

Example

This filter will purify the water effectively.

这个过滤器将有效地净化水。

B2 verb /ɪnˈtriːɡ/

intrigue

引起兴趣

Meaning

to arouse curiosity or interest; to make someone fascinated

Example

The mystery novel will intrigue any reader.

神秘小说将引起任何读者的兴趣。

B2 noun /ˈmæstərpiːs/

Masterpiece

杰作

Meaning

A work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship

Example

The Mona Lisa is considered one of the greatest masterpieces of all time.

蒙娜丽莎被认为是所有时代最伟大的杰作之一。

B2 adjective ˌpaɪəˈnɪə.rɪŋ

pioneering

开创

Meaning

Involving new ideas or methods; innovative and original.

Example

Pioneering efforts often lead to success.

开创性努力常常通向成功。

B2 adverb /ˈpraɪ.vət.li/

Privately

私下; 保密地

Meaning

in a private manner; without others present; confidentially

Example

She spoke to him privately about the matter.

她私下里和他谈论了这个问题。

B2 noun /ˈmaɪnə(r)/

miner

矿工

Meaning

a person who works in a mine, extracting minerals or other resources

Example

The miner worked in the coal mine for many years.

矿工在煤矿工作了很多年。

B2 noun /ˈfɪzɪsɪst/

physicist

物理学家

Meaning

a scientist who studies or specializes in physics

Example

The physicist explained the theory of relativity to the students.

物理学家向学生们解释了相对论。

B2 noun /ˌsɪmjuˈleɪʃən/

simulation

模拟

Meaning

the imitation of a situation or process

Example

The simulation helped the students understand the complex theory.

模拟帮助学生理解复杂的理论。

B2 noun /ˈpæntri/

pantry

储藏室

Meaning

A small room or cupboard where food, dishes, and kitchen supplies are stored.

Example

She stocked the pantry with fresh groceries for the week.

她用新鲜的杂货为这周装满了储藏室。

B2 noun /ˈɪn.flu.ən.sər/

Influencer

网红, 社交媒体影响者

Meaning

A person with the ability to influence potential buyers of a product or service by promoting or recommending the items on social media.

Example

Social media influencers shape consumer preferences.

社交媒体上的网红塑造了消费者的偏好。

B2 adjective /ˈsʌb.sɪ.kwənt/

subsequent

随后的

Meaning

Coming after something in time; following in time or order.

Example

Subsequent events clarified the outcomes.

随后的事件澄清了结果。

B2 noun /ˈprəʊsesə/

processor

处理器

Meaning

a machine or device that processes something, especially a computer's central processing unit (CPU)

Example

The new laptop has a faster processor.

这台新笔记本电脑有一个更快的处理器。

B2 adjective /ʌnfəˈmɪl.jər/

Unfamiliar

不熟悉的; 陌生的

Meaning

not known or recognized; strange

Example

The city was unfamiliar to me since I had never been there before.

这座城市对我来说很陌生，因为我以前从未去过那里。

B2 adverb /ˈsɪmɪlərli/

similarly

类似地

Meaning

in a similar way

Example

Similarly, we can achieve success with dedication and hard work.

以相似的方式，我们可以通过奉献和努力工作取得成功。

B2 adverb /ˈtaɪtli/

Tightly

紧紧地；牢牢地

Meaning

in a tight manner; firmly; securely

Example

Hold the rope tightly so you don't fall.

紧握绳子，避免跌倒。

B2 adjective /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/

definitive

决定性

Meaning

serving as a final or most authoritative form; conclusive and decisive

Example

The committee reached a definitive agreement on the policy.

委员会就政策达成了决定性协议。

B2 noun /diːd/

Deed

行为; 壮举; 法律文件;

Meaning

an action that is performed intentionally or consciously; a legal document showing ownership

Example

His heroic deed saved the child from drowning in the river.

他的英雄行为救了孩子免于在河里溺水。

B2 adverb /prɪˈzjuːməbli/

presumably

可以推测

Meaning

used to convey that something is assumed to be true though not known for certain

Example

Presumably, he forgot to send the email.

可以推测，他忘记了发送邮件。

B2 noun ˈkɔːʃən

caution

小心

Meaning

Care taken to avoid danger or mistakes; a warning or piece of advice.

Example

Researchers issued a caution regarding unsustainable fishing.

研究人员就不可持续的捕鱼行为发出了警告。

B2 noun /ˈen.tə.praɪz/

Enterprise

企业，特别是一个大胆或复杂的项目

Meaning

a project or undertaking, especially a bold or complex one

Example

The space exploration enterprise required years of planning and preparation.

太空探索企业需要多年的规划和准备。

B2 adverb /ˈmiːn.taɪm/

Meantime

与此同时

Meaning

during the time between two events; in the period of time between now and when something else happens

Example

The food will be ready in an hour; in the meantime, we can watch TV.

食物将在一个小时内准备好；在此期间，我们可以看电视。

B2 verb /ɪnˈspekt/

inspect

检查

Meaning

to examine something carefully to check for problems or faults

Example

The engineer will inspect the building for structural damage.

工程师将检查建筑物的结构损坏。

B2 noun /dɪsˈkloʊʒər/

disclosure

披露

Meaning

the action of making something known or public

Example

The disclosure of the company's financial status was delayed.

公司财务状况的披露被延迟了。

B2 adjective /ˈkwɜːrki/

quirky

奇特的

Meaning

Unusual in an interesting, charming, or odd way.

Example

She has a quirky sense of fashion that makes her stand out.

她有一种奇特的时尚感，使她与众不同。

B2 noun /ˈwɪzdəm/

Wisdom

智慧; 知识; 判断力

Meaning

the quality of having experience, knowledge, and good judgment; the soundness of an action or decision

Example

Age brings wisdom and experience.

年龄带来智慧和经验。

B2 noun /prækˈtɪʃ.ən.ər/

practitioner

从业者

Meaning

a person actively engaged in a profession, especially medicine or law

Example

She is a skilled medical practitioner.

她是一位合格的医学从业者。

B2 noun ˌɪnɪˈkwɒlɪti

inequality

不平等

Meaning

Difference in size, degree, circumstances, etc.; lack of equality.

Example

The theme of inequality is prominent throughout the story.

不平等的主题在整个故事中是显著的。

B2 adjective /ˈpraɪ.ər/

Prior

先前的

Meaning

existing or coming before in time; previous; earlier

Example

You need prior approval before making any changes to the system.

在对系统进行任何修改之前，你需要事先获得批准。

B2 adjective /ɡrɪm/

grim

严峻

Meaning

very serious or gloomy in appearance or outlook

Example

The future looked grim after the disaster.

灾难之后，未来看起来非常严峻。

B2 noun /ˈwɒtʃ.mən/

Watchman

看守人

Meaning

a person employed to guard or watch over a building or area, especially at night

Example

The watchman patrols the factory every hour to ensure security.

看守人每小时巡逻工厂，确保安全。

B2 verb /siːs/

cease

停止

Meaning

to bring or come to an end; to stop doing something

Example

The noise ceased as soon as the children went inside.

噪音一旦孩子们进去了就停止了。

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。

B2 adjective /ˈhɑːrti/

Hearty

热情友好; 丰富而滋养

Meaning

enthusiastic and friendly; substantial and nourishing

Example

He gave us a hearty welcome when we arrived at his home.

当我们到达他家时，他给了我们热情的欢迎。

B2 verb /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɪr/

persevere

坚持

Meaning

to continue trying to achieve something despite difficulty or delay

Example

He persevered through many failures before succeeding.

他在许多失败后坚持到底，最终成功了。