C2 verb /ˌkɒmənˈdɪə/

commandeer

强行占领

Meaning

To take control or possession of something, often by force or authority.

Example

The soldiers commandeered the villagers’ homes during the war.

战争期间，士兵们强行占领了村民的家。

B2 noun /kənˌfɪɡəˈreɪʃən/

configuration

配置

Meaning

an arrangement of parts or elements in a particular form or structure

Example

The configuration of the system needs to be adjusted for better performance.

系统配置需要调整以提高性能。

C1 adjective/noun /ˈkɜːrsɪv/

cursive

斜体字

Meaning

Written with characters joined together in a flowing manner.

Example

The teacher asked students to write the essay in cursive handwriting.

老师让学生用斜体字写作文。

C1 noun ˌkɒn.ʃiˈen.ʃəs.nəs

conscientiousness

责任心

Meaning

The quality of wishing to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly; diligence.

Example

Her conscientiousness in work led to a well-organized project.

她在工作中的责任心使得项目井然有序。

C1 noun ˈkəmˌpaʊndɪŋ

compounding

复利

Meaning

The process whereby interest is added to an amount of money and future interest is calculated on the total.

Example

Compounding interest increases the value of investments over time.

复利增加投资的价值，随着时间的推移。

B2 noun /kæf/

Calf

小牛

Meaning

a young cow or bull; young of various large mammals

Example

The calf stayed close to its mother.

小牛靠近它的母亲。

C1 verb /koʊks/

coax

劝说

Meaning

to persuade someone gently or gradually to do something

Example

She managed to coax the cat out of the tree with some food.

她设法用一些食物把猫从树上劝下来。

B2 noun ˌkɒn.fɪ.den.ʃiˈæl.ɪ.ti

confidentiality

保密性

Meaning

The state of keeping or being kept secret or private

Example

Confidentiality is crucial in data security.

保密性对数据安全至关重要。

C1 noun /ˈklaɪəntɛl/

clientele

客户群

Meaning

The clients or customers of a professional person or business.

Example

The salon's clientele includes many high-profile individuals.

这个沙龙的客户群包括许多高端人士。

B1 noun /ˈkɜːr.ənt/

Current

水流

Meaning

a body of water or air moving in a definite direction; present time

Example

The river current was too strong for swimming.

河流的水流太强，无法游泳。

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。

B2 noun /ˈkɒn.trɪ.bjʊ.tər/

contributor

贡献者

Meaning

a person who gives something to help achieve a result

Example

He was a regular contributor to the local newspaper.

他是当地报纸的常驻贡献者。

A2 adjective /ˈkʌlərfəl/

colorful

五彩缤纷

Meaning

having bright colors; full of variety or interest

Example

The festival was full of colorful decorations.

这个节日充满了五彩缤纷的装饰。

B2 noun /kəʊˌɔːdɪˈneɪʃən/

coordination

协调

Meaning

the process of organizing different elements to work together effectively

Example

The coordination between the teams was flawless.

团队之间的协调无可挑剔。

C2 noun /kəˈdɛnzə/

cadenza

精心准备的独奏段落

Meaning

An elaborate solo passage in a piece of music, usually near the end.

Example

The pianist performed a brilliant cadenza before the final movement.

钢琴家在最后一个乐章之前演奏了一段精彩的卡登扎。

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。

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。

C1 noun /kəˈluːʒən/

collusion

共谋

Meaning

A secret agreement or cooperation, especially for an illegal or dishonest purpose.

Example

There was evidence of collusion between the officials and the contractors.

有证据表明官员与承包商之间有共谋。

C2 noun /ˈklæŋər/

clangor

响声，轰鸣

Meaning

A loud, resonant, and continuous noise, often metallic.

Example

The clangor of the church bells filled the town square.

教堂钟声的轰鸣充满了小镇的广场。

C1 adjective /kənˈtɪɡ.ju.əs/

contiguous

相邻

Meaning

sharing a common border; touching

Example

The two continguous houses shared a wall.

这两座相邻的房子共享了一面墙。

C1 noun /krʌks/

crux

关键

Meaning

the most important or decisive point of an issue

Example

The crux of the problem lies in poor communication.

问题的关键在于沟通不畅。

A1 noun/verb /ˈkʊkɪŋ/

cooking

烹饪

Meaning

the process of preparing food by heating it

Example

Cooking is one of my favorite hobbies.

烹饪是我最喜欢的爱好之一。

C2 adjective /kəˈrʌp.tə.bəl/

corruptible

易腐败的

Meaning

able to be morally or ethically corrupted

Example

He was known to be corruptible and often accepted bribes.

他以易腐败的著称，经常接受贿赂。

C2 noun /ˈkʌvən/

coven

女巫集会

Meaning

a group or gathering of witches

Example

The witches met secretly in a coven in the forest.

女巫们在森林中的一个女巫集会中悄悄聚集。

C1 noun /ˈkaʊn.tər kleɪm/

counter-claim

反诉

Meaning

a claim made to rebut a previous claim, often in legal contexts

Example

The defendant filed a counter-claim against the plaintiff.

被告对原告提起了反诉。

C2 adjective /kənˈdʒɛktʃərəl/

conjectural

推测的

Meaning

based on guesswork or incomplete evidence rather than certain knowledge

Example

His explanation was purely conjectural and lacked proof.

他的解释完全是推测性的，缺乏证据。

B2 noun /kəˈkeɪn/

cocaine

可卡因 (毒品)

Meaning

a powerful and addictive illegal drug made from coca leaves

Example

He was arrested for possessing cocaine.

他因拥有可卡因而被逮捕。

B2 noun /ˈkɒl.ər/

Collar

项圈

Meaning

a band of material around the neck; in jewelry context, a close-fitting necklace

Example

She wore an elegant pearl collar to the formal dinner.

她在正式晚宴上戴了一条优雅的珍珠项圈。

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。

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 /ˈtʃɒp.ər/

Chopper

斧头

Meaning

a tool with a heavy blade for chopping wood; a helicopter

Example

The lumberjack swung the chopper to cut down the tree.

伐木工挥动斧头砍倒树木。

B2 noun ˌkɒn.ekˈtɪv.ɪ.ti

connectivity

连接性

Meaning

The state of being connected or interconnected; the capacity for the interconnection of platforms, systems, and applications.

Example

Improved connectivity boosts economic development.

改善的连接性促进了经济发展。

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。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsələr/

councillor

议员

Meaning

an elected member of a local council who helps make decisions and represent the community

Example

The councillor spoke to residents about improving local roads.

议员与居民讨论了当地道路问题。

B2 noun /ˈkloʊʒər/

closure

关闭

Meaning

the action or process of closing something, or the sense of finality or resolution.

Example

The closure of the company left many employees without jobs.

公司的关闭使许多员工失业。

C1 noun /ˈsɪtəˌdɛl/

citadel

城堡

Meaning

A fortress protecting or dominating a city.

Example

The ancient citadel stood guard over the town for centuries.

古老的城堡为城市守卫了几个世纪。

B2 noun /kɔːrps/

corpse

尸体

Meaning

a dead body, especially of a human

Example

The police discovered a corpse in the abandoned house.

警察在废弃的房子里发现了一具尸体。

B2 adjective /kəmˈpɛlɪŋ/

compelling

引人注目的

Meaning

Evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerful way.

Example

She gave a compelling speech about climate change.

她就气候变化发表了引人注目的演讲。

B2 noun /kleɪ/

clay

黏土

Meaning

a natural material made of fine earth that becomes hard when baked, used for making pottery

Example

The artist molded the wet clay into a beautiful vase.

艺术家把湿黏土塑造成一个美丽的花瓶。

B1 verb, noun /klɪp/

clip

Meaning

to cut or trim something; a short extract from a film, broadcast, or recording

Example

She clipped the coupon from the newspaper.

B1 adjective /ˈtʃælɪndʒɪŋ/

challenging

具有挑战性的

Meaning

difficult in a way that tests one's abilities

Example

The mountain climb was challenging but rewarding.

爬山是具有挑战性的，但也是有回报的。

B2 verb /kənˈsoʊl/

console

安慰

Meaning

to comfort someone who is sad or disappointed; to provide solace

Example

She tried to console her friend after the loss.

她试图在失落后安慰她的朋友。

C1 noun /krəˈʃɛndoʊ/

crescendo

声音逐渐增强

Meaning

a gradual increase in loudness or intensity, especially in music

Example

The orchestra built to a powerful crescendo before the finale.

乐队在结尾前逐渐增强了强烈的高潮。

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。

C2 noun /ˈkæm.fər/

Camphor

樟脑

Meaning

a white crystalline substance with a strong aromatic smell, used in medicine and religious ceremonies

Example

The temple was filled with the fragrant smoke of burning camphor.

寺庙里充满了燃烧的樟脑散发出的芳香烟雾。

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 /kwɪˈziːn/

cuisine

美食

Meaning

A style or method of cooking, especially characteristic of a particular country or region.

Example

Italian cuisine is famous all over the world.

意大利美食在全世界都很有名。

C2 noun kəmˈpʌŋk.ʃən

compunction

悔恨

Meaning

A feeling of guilt or moral scruple that prevents or follows the doing of something bad.

Example

He felt compunction after lying to his friend.

他说谎后感到悔恨。

B1 noun /ˌkjʊr.iˈɑs.ɪ.ti/

Curiosity

好奇心; 不寻常或有趣的物品或事实

Meaning

a strong desire to know or learn something; an unusual or interesting object or fact

Example

Her curiosity about different cultures led her to travel around the world.

她对不同文化的好奇心促使她环游世界。

B1 verb kənˈsjuːmz

consumes

消耗

Meaning

Use up (a resource); eat, drink, or ingest (food or drink).

Example

An individual consumes around 20 kg of plastic annually.

一个人每年消耗大约 20 公斤塑料。

B1 adjective /ˈtʃɑːr.mɪŋ/

charming

迷人

Meaning

Very pleasing or delightful in a way that attracts people.

Example

The village is full of charming little houses.

这个村庄充满了迷人的小房子。

B1 noun /kræb/

Crab

螃蟹

Meaning

a crustacean with a broad carapace, stalked eyes, and five pairs of legs, the first pair of which are modified as pincers

Example

The crab scuttled sideways across the sand.

螃蟹横向爬行穿过沙滩。

A2 noun/verb /ˈsɜːrkəl/

circle

圆圈

Meaning

a round shape; to move all the way around something

Example

The children sat in a circle.

孩子们坐成了一个圈。

C1 verb /kʌl/

cull

Meaning

to select or remove from a larger group, often to reduce numbers

Example

The farmers decided to cull the sick animals from the herd.

B1 verb /krɔːl/

crawl

爬行

Meaning

to move slowly on hands and knees; to move very slowly

Example

The baby crawled across the floor to reach the toy.

宝宝爬过地板去拿玩具。

A2 noun /ˈkæptɪn/

Captain

舰长

Meaning

a military officer of middle rank; the person in command of a ship or aircraft

Example

The captain ordered his troops to advance forward.

舰长命令他的部队向前进发。

B1 noun /ˈkɒnsɪkwənsɪz/

consequences

后果

Meaning

Results or effects of an action or condition.

Example

The consequences of ignoring safety protocols can be severe.

忽视安全协议的后果可能是严重的。

C1 adjective /ˈkræfti/

crafty

狡猾的, 精明的, 狡诈的

Meaning

skilled at achieving goals through cunning or deceit; sly

Example

The crafty fox evaded the hunters again.

狡猾的狐狸再次躲过了猎人的追捕。

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。

C2 verb /koʊˈæɡjəˌleɪt/

coagulate

凝结

Meaning

to cause a liquid, especially blood, to change into a solid or semi-solid state

Example

The blood quickly coagulated after the cut.

伤口后血液迅速凝结。

C1 verb kəˈrɒb.ə.reɪt

corroborate

确认

Meaning

Confirm or give support to a statement, theory, or finding.

Example

The witness corroborated the defendant's testimony.

证人核实了被告的证词。

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。

C1 verb /kənˈdəʊn/

condone

宽容

Meaning

To accept or allow behavior that is morally wrong or offensive.

Example

The manager refused to condone harassment in the workplace.

经理拒绝在工作场所宽容骚扰。

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。

B1 verb /kleɪm/

claim

声称

Meaning

to assert ownership; to state as fact

Example

He claims to be the rightful owner.

他声称自己是合法的拥有者。

C2 verb /ˈtʃæfɪŋ/

chaffing

戏弄

Meaning

Teasing or joking in a lighthearted way.

Example

They were chaffing each other during lunch.

他们在午餐时互相开玩笑。

B1 noun /tʃɑːrt/

chart

图表

Meaning

a sheet of information in the form of a table, graph, or diagram

Example

The teacher used a chart to explain the statistics.

老师用图表来解释统计数据。

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。

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。

B2 adjective kənˈsaɪs

concise

简洁

Meaning

Brief and clearly expressed without unnecessary details.

Example

A concise speech is more impactful than a long one.

简洁的演讲比冗长的演讲更有影响力。

A2 noun /ˈkɒnsət/

concert

音乐会

Meaning

A musical performance given by one or more singers or musicians.

Example

We went to a concert last night and enjoyed the live music.

我们昨晚去了一场音乐会，并享受了现场音乐。

A1 verb /kliːn/

clean

清洁

Meaning

To make something free from dirt, marks, or mess.

Example

She cleaned the kitchen before the guests arrived.

她在客人到来之前清洁了厨房。

C1 noun /kənˈfɔːrmɪst/

conformist

盲从者

Meaning

A person who uncritically conforms to established practices or standards.

Example

She was labeled a conformist for always following the crowd.

她因为总是跟随人群而被贴上了盲从者的标签。

B1 noun /tʃɪn/

Chin

下巴

Meaning

the protruding part of the face below the mouth, formed by the apex of the lower jaw

Example

He stroked his beard thoughtfully, resting his hand on his chin.

他若有所思地抚摸着胡须，手放在下巴上。

B2 adjective /kəˈrɛspɒndɪŋ/

corresponding

chamber

房间

Meaning

a large room used for formal or public events, or a private room.

Example

The king held meetings in his private chamber.

国王在他的私人房间里举行会议。

B2 adjective /ˈkælkjuleɪtɪd/

calculated

精心计算的

Meaning

Done with full awareness of the consequences; deliberate or carefully planned.

Example

Her calculated move gave her an advantage over her competitors.

她的精心计算的举动使她在竞争对手中占据了优势。

B2 noun /kənˈsɛʃən/

concession

让步

Meaning

something that is granted, especially in response to demands; a compromise

Example

The company made several concessions during the negotiations.

公司在谈判中做出了几次让步。

B2 verb /tʃænt/

chant

吟诵

Meaning

to sing or recite in a rhythmic way

Example

The monks chant prayers in the temple.

僧侣在寺庙里吟诵祈祷。

A2 noun /kɔɪnz/

coins

硬币

Meaning

Flat, typically round pieces of metal issued by a government as money.

Example

He collected old coins from different countries.

他收集了来自不同国家的旧硬币。

C1 verb /kriːk/

creak

发出高音尖锐的吱吱声

Meaning

to make a high-pitched, squeaking noise when moved

Example

The old door creaked as she opened it.

那扇旧门在她打开时发出了咯吱声。

A1 noun /ˈtʃɪk.ən/

Chicken

鸡

Meaning

a domestic fowl kept for its eggs or meat; the meat of this bird used as food

Example

The chicken laid fresh eggs every morning.

这只鸡每天早上都会下新鲜的蛋。

B1 noun /ˈkwaɪər/

choir

合唱团

Meaning

An organized group of singers, typically performing in church services or concerts.

Example

The choir sang beautifully during the ceremony.

合唱团在仪式中唱得非常美丽。

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 /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。

B1 noun/verb /koʊd/

code

代码

Meaning

a system of words, letters, or symbols used to represent information or instructions

Example

He wrote a code to solve the problem on the computer.

他写了一个代码来解决电脑上的问题。

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 verb /kənˈsɛptʃuəlaɪz/

conceptualize

构思

Meaning

to form an idea or concept of something in your mind

Example

The artist conceptualized a new design for the exhibition.

艺术家为展览构思了一个新的设计。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsɪlər/

councilor

议员

Meaning

an elected member of a council, especially a local government body

Example

The councilor held a public meeting to discuss local issues.

议员召开了一个公共会议，讨论地方问题。

C1 noun /ˈkoʊtʃ.mən/

Coachman

马车夫

Meaning

a person who drives a horse-drawn carriage or coach

Example

The coachman skillfully guided the horses through the busy streets.

马车夫熟练地引导着马匹穿过繁忙的街道。

A2 noun /kənˈtrəʊl/

control

控制

Meaning

The power to influence or direct people's behavior or the course of events.

Example

Proper control measures are necessary.

需要适当的控制措施。

B2 adjective /kɒzˈmɛt.ɪk/

cosmetic

化妆品

Meaning

relating to beauty or appearance; intended to improve looks

Example

She bought a new cosmetic cream for her skin.

她为她的皮肤买了一种新的化妆品。

C1 noun /kənˈspɪrə.tər/

conspirator

阴谋者

Meaning

a person who secretly plans with others to do something unlawful or harmful

Example

The conspirator was arrested before the plan could be carried out.

阴谋者在计划得以实施之前被捕。

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 noun ˈkɔːrəl ˈriːfs

Coral Reefs

珊瑚礁

Meaning

Underwater structures made from calcium carbonate secreted by corals, forming diverse marine ecosystems.

Example

Saint Martin's Island is known for its coral reefs.

圣马丁岛以其珊瑚礁而闻名。

A2 adverb /ˈklɪrli/

clearly

清楚地

Meaning

In a way that is easy to perceive, understand, or see.

Example

She spoke clearly so that everyone could understand.

她清楚地说话，以便每个人都能理解。

C1 adjective /ˈtʃɛk.ərd/

checkered

方格纹

Meaning

Having a pattern of alternating squares of different colors; also describing a past full of ups and downs or varied experiences.

Example

He had a checkered career with many highs and lows.

他有一个方格纹的职业生涯，充满了起伏。

A1 verb /kætʃ/

catch

接住

Meaning

to grab something that is moving; to get a disease; to understand

Example

Can you catch the ball I'm throwing?

你能接住我扔的球吗？

C1 noun /ˌkɒrəˈneɪʃən/

coronation

加冕礼

Meaning

the act or ceremony of crowning a sovereign or monarch

Example

The coronation of the new king was attended by thousands of people.

新国王的加冕礼有成千上万的人参加。

B2 noun /ˈkɑn.ʃəns/

Conscience

良心, 道德, 内心的声音

Meaning

an inner feeling or voice viewed as acting as a guide to the rightness or wrongness of one's behavior

Example

His conscience prevented him from lying to his parents about his grades.

他的良心阻止他对父母撒谎，关于他的成绩。

C1 adjective /ˌʃoʊ.vəˈnɪs.tɪk/

chauvinistic

沙文主义

Meaning

Displaying or characterized by excessive or prejudiced loyalty or support, especially towards one's own gender or group.

Example

His chauvinistic attitude alienated many of his female colleagues.

他的沙文主义态度疏远了许多女性同事。

B2 noun /kɜːrd/

Curd

酸奶

Meaning

a white dairy product made by coagulating milk; yogurt

Example

She added fresh curd to the salad for a tangy flavor.

她在沙拉中加入了新鲜的酸奶，带来了酸味。

B2 adjective /ˈkɜːrtiəs/

courteous

有礼貌的

Meaning

polite, respectful, or considerate in manner

Example

The staff at the hotel were very courteous to all guests.

酒店的员工对所有客人都非常有礼貌。

C2 noun /kənˈsaɪnər/

consignor

发货人

Meaning

a person or company that sends goods to be sold or transported

Example

The consignor shipped the goods to the warehouse.

发货人将商品发送到仓库。

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 adjective /ˈkɒz.mɪk/

cosmic

宇宙的, 广阔的

Meaning

relating to the universe or cosmos; vast

Example

Astronomers study cosmic phenomena to understand the universe.

天文学家研究宇宙现象，以理解宇宙。

C1 noun /ˈkændɪdnəs/

candidness

坦率

Meaning

The quality of being open, honest, and straightforward

Example

Her candidness during the meeting impressed everyone.

她在会议中的坦率给大家留下了深刻的印象。

B1 adverb /ˈkʌrəntli/

currently

目前

Meaning

at the present time; now

Example

He is currently working on a new project.

他目前正在做一个新项目。

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。

C2 adjective /ˈkɒnfluənt/

confluent

汇流

Meaning

Flowing together or merging; coming together at one point.

Example

The confluent streams formed a mighty river.

汇流的溪流形成了一条强大的河流。

A1 noun /kaʊ/

Cow

奶牛

Meaning

a large farm animal kept for milk or meat

Example

The cow produces fresh milk every morning.

奶牛每天早上产鲜牛奶。

B2 noun /kəmˈpɑːrt.mənt/

Compartment

车厢

Meaning

a separate section or division of a larger space, especially in a train

Example

We found seats in the first-class compartment.

我们在头等舱车厢找到了座位。

A2 noun /ˈkjuː.kʌm.bər/

Cucumber

黄瓜

Meaning

a long green vegetable with watery flesh, eaten raw in salads or cooked

Example

I added fresh cucumber slices to my salad.

我在沙拉里加入了新鲜的黄瓜片。

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。

B2 adjective /kəʊˈhɪə.rənt/

coherent

连贯

Meaning

Logical and consistent; forming a unified whole; clear and easy to understand.

Example

His speech was clear and coherent.

他的演讲清晰且连贯。

B2 noun /ˈkɒŋɡrɛs/

congress

大会

Meaning

a formal meeting or assembly, especially of representatives for discussion

Example

The international congress on climate change will be held next year.

关于气候变化的国际大会将在明年举行。

C2 verb /ˈtʃeɪ.sən/

chasten

惩罚 / 使屈服

Meaning

to correct or discipline; to humble or subdue

Example

The coach chastened the team after their poor performance.

教练在他们的糟糕表现后惩罚了球队。

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。

C2 verb /ˈkɒr.ʌ.skeɪt/

coruscate

闪烁

Meaning

to sparkle or flash brightly

Example

The fireworks coruscated across the night sky.

烟火在夜空中闪烁。

C1 noun /kəˈmændər ɪn tʃiːf/

Commander-in-chief

最高指挥官

Meaning

the supreme leader of a nation's armed forces

Example

The president serves as the commander-in-chief of the military.

总统担任军队的最高指挥官。

B1 noun /sɛl/

cell

细胞 / 单元格

Meaning

a small basic unit of life; or a small enclosed space like a prison room

Example

The prisoner was locked in a small cell.

囚犯被锁在一个小牢房里。