B2 adjective /kəmˈpærətɪv/

Comparative

比较的

Meaning

involving comparison between two or more things; relative

Example

The study showed comparative results between different teaching methods.

研究显示了不同教学方法之间的比较结果。

B2 adjective /dɪˈzæs.trəs/

Disastrous

灾难性的

Meaning

extremely bad or unsuccessful; causing great damage

Example

The hurricane had disastrous effects on the city.

飓风对城市造成了灾难性的影响。

B2 adjective /ˈprɒmɪnənt/

prominent

显著的

Meaning

Important, famous, or easily noticeable.

Example

He is a prominent leader in the community.

他是社区中的一个杰出领导者。

B2 noun /ˌɒn.trə.prəˈnɜːr/

Entrepreneur

组织和经营一个或多个企业的人

Meaning

a person who organizes and operates a business or businesses

Example

The young entrepreneur started her own tech company at age 22.

这位年轻的企业家在22岁时创办了自己的科技公司。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈstrʌkʃənəl/

instructional

教学的

Meaning

providing knowledge or information; intended to teach

Example

The website offers many instructional videos for beginners.

该网站提供许多教学视频，适合初学者。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈfeɪ.vər.ə.bəl/

Unfavourable

不利的; 逆境的

Meaning

not helpful or advantageous; adverse

Example

The weather conditions were unfavourable for our outdoor event.

恶劣的天气条件不利于我们的户外活动。

B2 noun /əˈstrɒnəmər/

astronomer

天文学家

Meaning

a scientist who studies the stars, planets, and the universe

Example

The astronomer observed the new comet through his telescope.

天文学家通过他的望远镜观察到新的彗星。

B2 noun /ˈpæm.flət/

pamphlet

宣传册

Meaning

a small booklet or brochure containing information or arguments about a subject

Example

The health department distributed a pamphlet about nutrition.

卫生部门分发了关于营养的宣传册。

B2 noun /ˈʃɪpɪŋ/

shipping

运输

Meaning

the process of transporting goods

Example

The shipping of the products was delayed due to weather conditions.

由于天气原因，产品的运输被延迟了。

B2 noun/verb /briːtʃ/

breach

违反

Meaning

A violation or breaking of a law, agreement, or code of conduct; an act of breaking or failing to observe a law, agreement, or code of conduct.

Example

The company faced a breach of data security.

该公司面临数据安全的违反。

B2 noun /ˌrɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

regulation

由权威制定和维护的规则或指令

Meaning

A rule or directive made and maintained by an authority.

Example

Government regulation ensures fair business practices.

政府规则确保公平的商业实践。

B2 noun /ˈmɜːrtʃənt/

merchant

商人

Meaning

a person or company involved in the trade of goods, especially in large quantities

Example

The merchant sold spices from distant lands.

商人出售来自遥远土地的香料。

B2 verb /ˈjuːtɪlaɪz/

utilize

利用

Meaning

to make practical or effective use of something

Example

The company aims to utilize solar energy for production.

公司旨在利用太阳能进行生产。

B2 verb /maʊnt/

mount

安装

Meaning

to climb up, rise, or fix something in place

Example

They plan to mount a camera on the wall.

他们计划在墙上安装一台摄像机。

B2 adjective /brɪsk/

Brisk

迅速的; 精力充沛的; 活力四射的

Meaning

quick and energetic; lively; vigorous

Example

She took a brisk walk in the morning to feel energized.

她早晨快步走，感到精力充沛。

B2 adjective /bɪˈzɑːr/

bizarre

离奇

Meaning

very strange or unusual, especially so as to cause interest or amusement

Example

He told a bizarre story that no one could believe.

他讲了一个离奇的故事，没有人能相信。

B2 noun ɪnˌdʌstrɪəlaɪˈzeɪʃən

industrialization

工业化

Meaning

The development of industries in a country or region on a wide scale.

Example

Industrialization changed the global economy dramatically.

工业化显著改变了全球经济。

B2 noun /feɪt/

Fate

命运

Meaning

the development of events beyond a person's control, regarded as determined by a supernatural power

Example

Many people believe that fate determines the course of their lives.

许多人相信命运决定了他们生活的轨迹。

B2 adjective /ˈæbsəluːt/

absolute

绝对

Meaning

total, complete, or without restriction

Example

The dictator had absolute power over the nation.

独裁者拥有对国家的绝对权力。

B2 adverb /ˈskɪl.fəl.i/

Skilfully/US: Skillfully

熟练地

Meaning

in a way that shows ability and training; expertly

Example

She skilfully painted the portrait in just two hours.

她在两个小时内熟练地画了肖像。

B2 noun /ˈæplɪkənt/

applicant

申请者

Meaning

a person who applies for something, such as a job or a position

Example

The applicant was interviewed for the position.

申请者已被面试以获取该职位。

B2 noun /dæm/

Dam

大坝; 水库;

Meaning

a barrier constructed to hold back water and raise its level; a female parent of an animal

Example

The massive dam provides electricity and controls flooding in the region.

巨大的大坝为该地区提供电力，并控制洪水。

B2 noun /ˈkæʃuː nʌts/

Cashew nuts

腰果

Meaning

kidney-shaped nuts from the cashew tree, commonly eaten as snacks or used in cooking

Example

Cashew nuts are often used in Indian sweets and curries.

腰果常用于印度的甜点和咖喱中。

B2 adjective /kəˈmɛndəbl̩/

commendable

值得称赞的

Meaning

deserving praise or approval

Example

Her dedication to the project was truly commendable.

她对项目的奉献精神真的值得称赞。

B2 noun /ˈraɪvəl/

Rival

竞争对手; 对手;

Meaning

a person or thing competing with another for the same objective or for superiority in the same field

Example

The two companies have been business rivals for decades.

这两家公司已经是商业竞争对手几十年了。

B2 noun /ˈæstərɔɪd/

asteroid

小行星

Meaning

A small rocky body orbiting the sun, mostly found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.

Example

The asteroid belt lies between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter.

小行星带位于火星和木星的轨道之间。

B2 noun /ˈfleɪvər/

flavor

味道

Meaning

The distinctive taste of a food or drink.

Example

This ice cream has a delicious mango flavor.

这款冰淇淋有美味的芒果味。

B2 noun /məˌnɪp.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

manipulation

操控

Meaning

The action of manipulating someone or something in a skillful manner; handling or controlling in a subtle, unfair, or unscrupulous way.

Example

Media manipulation influences public opinion.

媒体操控影响公共舆论。

B2 adjective /ˌærəˈmætɪk/

aromatic

芳香的

Meaning

Having a pleasant and distinctive smell.

Example

The chef used aromatic herbs to flavor the dish.

厨师使用芳香的草药来调味这道菜。

B2 adjective /ɪˈmædʒ.ɪ.nər.i/

Imaginary

想象的; 虚构的; 不现实的

Meaning

existing only in imagination; not real; fictional

Example

The child had an imaginary friend who she talked to every day.

那个孩子有一个想象的朋友，每天和他说话。

B2 noun /ˈkiːɒsk/

kiosk

报摊

Meaning

A small, open-fronted hut or cubicle from which newspapers, refreshments, tickets, etc., are sold.

Example

She bought a bottle of water from the kiosk near the station.

她在车站附近的报摊买了一瓶水。

B2 noun /dɪˈpen.dəns/

Dependence

依赖

Meaning

the state of relying on or needing someone or something for support; addiction

Example

His dependence on technology made it difficult for him to work without internet.

他对科技的依赖使得他在没有互联网的情况下很难工作。

B2 verb /həˈræs/

harass

骚扰

Meaning

to persistently annoy or torment someone

Example

The employees complained that their boss harassed them.

员工抱怨他们的老板骚扰了他们

B2 interjection /ˈbrɑː.voʊ/

bravo

布拉沃

Meaning

used to express approval, admiration, or praise

Example

The audience shouted 'Bravo!' after the stunning performance.

观众在精彩的表演后大喊“布拉沃！”

B2 noun /ɡlɪmps/

Glimpse

一瞥;

Meaning

a momentary or partial view; a brief look or sight of something

Example

Through the window, I caught a glimpse of the beautiful garden behind the house.

透过窗户，我瞥见了房子后面美丽的花园。

B2 noun, verb /stiːm/

steam

蒸汽

Meaning

the vapor into which water is converted when heated; to emit or treat with steam

Example

The kettle was steaming on the stove.

茶壶在炉子上冒蒸汽。

B2 verb /əˈkɒmədeɪt/

accommodate

容纳

Meaning

To provide lodging, space, or meet the needs of someone.

Example

The hotel can accommodate up to 200 guests.

酒店可以容纳最多200位客人。

B2 verb /pæt/

pat

Meaning

to touch someone or something gently, often to show affection or approval

Example

She gently patted the dog on its head.

B2 noun /ˈsɪr.i.əs.nəs/

Seriousness

严肃; 重要

Meaning

the quality of being serious; gravity; importance

Example

The seriousness of the situation became clear when the doctor spoke.

当医生说话时，情况的严肃性变得明显。

B2 adjective ˌkɒn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən.əl

constitutional

宪法的

Meaning

Relating to an established set of principles governing a state; in accordance with a political constitution.

Example

Constitutional reforms ensure fairness in the system.

宪法改革确保系统中的公平性。

B2 adjective ˌtræns.fəˈmeɪ.ʃən.əl

transformational

变革性

Meaning

Causing or able to cause an important and lasting change in someone or something.

Example

Transformational projects redefine progress.

变革性项目重新定义了进步。

B2 adjective /ˈfoʊni/

phony

虚假, 假冒

Meaning

not genuine; fraudulent or insincere

Example

He gave a phony smile to hide his true feelings.

他露出虚假的微笑来掩饰他的真实感情。

B2 noun /prəˈvɪʒ.ən/

Provision

供给

Meaning

supplies of food and other necessary things; arrangement or preparation

Example

The government made provision for emergency supplies during the flood.

政府为洪水期间的紧急供应作出了安排。

B2 noun /səˈnɛərioʊ/

scenario

可能的情境

Meaning

a possible situation or sequence of events

Example

The company prepared for the worst-case scenario.

公司为最坏的情况做了准备。

B2 noun /ˈsɪɡ.nə.tʃər/

Signature

签名

Meaning

a person's name written in their own handwriting as identification or authorization

Example

Please put your signature at the bottom of the document.

请在文件底部签名。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈtʃeɪndʒɪŋ/

unchanging

不变的

Meaning

remaining the same over time; not changing

Example

Her love for her family was unchanging throughout the years.

她对家人的爱多年来始终不变。

B2 noun /ˈhæz.ərd/

Hazard

危害; 风险

Meaning

a danger or risk; something that poses a threat to safety

Example

Smoking is a serious health hazard that can lead to lung cancer and heart disease.

吸烟是一种严重的健康危害，可能导致肺癌和心脏病。

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 noun /ˈmæm.əl/

mammal

哺乳动物

Meaning

A warm-blooded animal with hair or fur, and females produce milk for their young.

Example

The whale is the largest mammal on Earth.

鲸鱼是地球上最大的哺乳动物。

B2 noun /ˈɡɑː.mənt/

garment

衣物

Meaning

An item of clothing.

Example

She bought a new garment for the party.

她为派对买了件新衣物。

B2 noun /ˈlɒbstər/

Lobster

龙虾

Meaning

a large marine crustacean with claws and a hard shell

Example

The lobster was served with melted butter and lemon.

龙虾配上融化的黄油和柠檬一起上桌。

B2 verb /roʊm/

roam

漫游

Meaning

to walk or travel without a specific destination; to wander

Example

Wild animals roam freely in the forest.

野生动物在森林中自由漫游。

B2 noun /ˈen.ə.dʒi sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti/

energy security

能源安全

Meaning

The reliable availability of energy sources at an affordable price for a nation or region.

Example

Energy security ensures consistent supply.

能源安全确保稳定的供应。

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。

B2 verb /ˌmænjʊˈfæktʃər/

manufacture

制造

Meaning

to produce goods in large quantities using machinery; to make or create something

Example

The company manufactures electronic devices for global markets.

该公司为全球市场生产电子设备。

B2 adjective /ˌmʌl.tiˈpɜː.pəs/

Multipurpose

多用途的

Meaning

having multiple uses or functions; versatile

Example

This multipurpose tool can be used as a knife, screwdriver, and bottle opener.

这个多功能工具可以用作刀子、螺丝刀和开瓶器。

B2 adverb /wɛərˈbaɪ/

whereby

通过

Meaning

by which; because of which

Example

The company agreed to a contract whereby it would pay the penalty.

公司同意了一份合同，通过它将支付罚款。

B2 adjective /ˈwɪt.i/

Witty

机智的; 有趣的

Meaning

having or showing quick intelligence; amusing in a clever way

Example

Her witty response to the critic's question impressed the entire audience.

她机智的回答让批评者的问题给整个观众留下了深刻的印象。

B2 noun /ˈʃeɪndʒ ˈmænɪdʒmənt/

change management

变革管理

Meaning

The discipline that guides how we prepare, equip and support individuals, teams and organizations in making organizational change.

Example

Change management ensures smooth transitions.

变革管理确保平稳过渡。

B2 verb /fɔɪl/

foil

挫败

Meaning

To prevent something (especially a plan) from succeeding.

Example

The police foiled the robbery attempt.

警方挫败了抢劫企图。

B2 adverb /kənˈvɜːrsli/

conversely

相反地

Meaning

in an opposite or contrary manner

Example

He is rich, conversely, his brother struggles financially.

他很富有，相反地，他的兄弟在经济上挣扎。

B2 noun /ˈdʒuː.pɪ.tər/

Jupiter

木星; 罗马神话中的主神

Meaning

the largest planet in our solar system; the chief god of Roman mythology

Example

Jupiter is known for its massive size and distinctive red spot.

朱庇特因其巨大的体积和独特的红斑而闻名。

B2 noun /ˈpæʃ.ən/

Passion

热情

Meaning

strong enthusiasm or excitement for something; intense emotion or feeling

Example

Her passion for music led her to become a professional singer.

她对音乐的热情促使她成为一名职业歌手。

B2 noun /ˌkɒrəˈleɪʃən/

correlation

Echo

回声; 回响

Meaning

a sound that is reflected back; a repetition or imitation

Example

His voice created a clear echo in the empty cathedral.

他的声音在空荡的教堂里产生了清晰的回声。

B2 adjective /dɪˈprɛst/

depressed

沮喪

Meaning

Feeling very sad and without hope; in a state of unhappiness.

Example

She felt depressed after losing her job.

失去工作後，她感到沮喪。

B2 noun /ˈbrɔːd.bænd/

broadband

宽带

Meaning

a high-capacity transmission technique using a wide range of frequencies.

Example

Broadband internet has become a necessity in modern homes.

宽带互联网已成为现代家庭的必需品。

B2 verb /ɪˈnækt/

enact

制定

Meaning

to make into law; to perform or act out

Example

The government decided to enact a new policy on education.

政府决定制定一项关于教育的新政策。

B2 noun ˈsʌbstɪˌtut

substitute

替代品

Meaning

A person or thing acting or serving in place of another.

Example

Money cannot be a substitute for genuine happiness.

钱不能成为真正幸福的替代品。

B2 noun /pænˈdɛmɪk/

pandemic

大流行病

Meaning

An outbreak of a disease that occurs on a global scale.

Example

The COVID-19 pandemic changed the world dramatically.

COVID-19 大流行病极大地改变了世界。

B2 noun /wɔːmθ/

warmth

温暖

Meaning

the quality or state of being warm in temperature or feeling

Example

She felt the warmth of the sun on her face.

她感受到了阳光照在脸上的温暖。

B2 noun /ˌhɪp.əˈpɒt.ə.məs/

Hippopotamus

河马

Meaning

a large, mostly herbivorous mammal that lives in and around water in Africa

Example

The hippopotamus spends most of its day in the water.

河马将大部分时间都花在水中。

B2 verb /ˈspɛsɪfaɪ/

specify

指定

Meaning

to state or describe something clearly and exactly

Example

Please specify the time and place of the meeting.

请明确指定会议的时间和地点。

B2 adjective /ˈwɜːrði/

Worthy

值得; 配得上; 尊重的;

Meaning

deserving respect or attention; having merit

Example

Her charitable work made her worthy of the humanitarian award.

她的慈善工作使她配得上人道主义奖。

B2 adjective /əˈsɪdɪk/

acidic

酸性的

Meaning

containing acid; having a sour taste; sharp or biting in tone

Example

The lemon has an acidic taste that makes your mouth pucker.

柠檬的味道很酸。

B2 noun /ˈbænər/

banner

Meaning

a large printed sign used for advertisements or announcements

Example

The company displayed a banner to advertise their new product.

B2 verb /ˈhɑːrnɪs/

harness

Meaning

To control and make use of natural resources, especially energy.

Example

Scientists are working to harness solar power effectively.

B2 noun /ˈɪdɪət/

idiot

白痴

Meaning

a person who acts in a way that is considered very stupid or foolish

Example

He acted like an idiot at the party last night.

他昨晚在派对上像个白痴一样表现。

B2 verb /dɪsˈkɑːrd/

discard

丢弃

Meaning

to throw away something that is no longer needed

Example

She decided to discard the old clothes.

她决定丢弃旧衣服。

B2 noun /ˈhaɪdrədʒən/

hydrogen

氢气

Meaning

a colorless, odorless, highly flammable gas that is the lightest and most abundant chemical element in the universe

Example

Hydrogen is used as a clean fuel in many energy systems.

氢气在许多能源系统中作为清洁燃料使用。

B2 noun ˈlænd.mɑːk

landmark

地标

Meaning

An object or feature of a landscape or town that is easily seen and recognized from a distance; an important stage or turning point.

Example

The space restaurant is a landmark in innovation.

太空餐厅是创新中的一个地标。

B2 verb /əˈplɔːd/

applaud

鼓掌

Meaning

to show approval by clapping or expressing admiration

Example

The audience applauded the performance.

观众为表演鼓掌。

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 adjective /ˈskɑː.lət/

Scarlet

猩红色

Meaning

a bright red color with a slightly orange tinge

Example

The scarlet roses in the garden looked magnificent in the morning light.

花园里的猩红色玫瑰在晨光下看起来非常壮丽。

B2 noun /ˈpen.ʃən/

Pension

养老金

Meaning

a regular payment made to someone who is no longer working because of age or disability

Example

After retirement, he receives a monthly pension from the company.

退休后，他从公司领取每月养老金。

B2 noun /ˈfrɪkʃən/

friction

摩擦

Meaning

the resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another; conflict or tension between people or groups

Example

There was friction between the two departments over resource allocation.

在资源分配问题上，两个部门之间有摩擦。

B2 noun pəˈluː.tənts

pollutants

污染物

Meaning

A substance that pollutes or contaminates the environment.

Example

Pollutants contribute to environmental degradation.

污染物会导致环境退化。

B2 verb /ədˈmɪnɪstər/

administer

管理

Meaning

to manage or control the running of; to give or apply medicine or treatment

Example

The nurse will administer the vaccine to all patients.

护士将为所有病人接种疫苗。

B2 verb /maɪˈɡreɪt/

migrate

Meaning

To move from one region or habitat to another, especially regularly according to the seasons or for work.

Example

Birds migrate south during the winter.

B2 adjective ɪˈvɒlvɪŋ

evolving

演变的

Meaning

Developing gradually, especially from a simple to a more complex form; changing and developing.

Example

Education plays a role in evolving societal norms.

教育在社会规范的演变中发挥着作用。

B2 noun /ˈdæf.ə.dɪl/

Daffodil

水仙花

Meaning

A bright yellow spring flower with a trumpet-shaped center, symbolizing rebirth and new beginnings

Example

The daffodils bloomed early this spring in the meadow.

这些水仙花在这个春天早早在草地上盛开。

B2 noun /luːp/

Loop

圈，环

Meaning

a shape produced by a curve that bends around and crosses itself

Example

The string formed a neat loop around the package.

绳子在包裹周围形成了一个整齐的环。

B2 adverb /ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪkli/

economically

经济地

Meaning

in a way that relates to economics or is efficient and not wasteful.

Example

The company is trying to operate more economically this year.

公司今年努力以更经济的方式运营。

B2 noun /ˈkɒn.ʃəs.nəs/

consciousness

意识

Meaning

The state of being aware of and able to think about one's existence, sensations, thoughts, and surroundings.

Example

Meditation helps improve consciousness and clarity of thought.

冥想有助于提高意识和思维的清晰度。

B2 noun /ˈɡaɪd.laɪn/

guideline

指导方针

Meaning

a rule, instruction, or principle that provides direction

Example

The company issued new guidelines for employee safety.

公司发布了新的员工安全指导方针。

B2 noun /ˌɛkskləˈmeɪʃən/

exclamation

感叹

Meaning

A sudden cry or remark expressing strong emotion or surprise.

Example

She let out an exclamation of joy when she heard the news.

当她听到这个消息时，她发出了喜悦的感叹。

B2 noun /ˈsɛtlər/

settler

定居者

Meaning

a person who settles in a new area or land

Example

The settlers arrived in the new town and started building homes.

定居者们抵达新城市并开始建造房屋。

B2 verb /flɜːrt/

flirt

Meaning

to behave as if you are attracted to someone, but not in a serious way

Example

She often flirts with her colleagues at work.

B2 adjective /ˈkɒmp(ə)rəbl/

comparable

可比的

Meaning

Able to be likened to something else in size, amount, or quality.

Example

The two products are comparable in quality but differ in price.

这两种产品在质量上可比，但价格不同。

B2 noun /ˌep.ɪˈdem.ɪk/

Epidemic

流行病

Meaning

a widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community

Example

The flu epidemic affected thousands of people across the country.

流感疫情影响了全国成千上万的人。

B2 adjective /beər/

Bare

裸; 未覆盖; 空; 最少

Meaning

naked; uncovered; empty; minimal

Example

The bare walls of the room needed some decoration.

房间的光秃秃的墙壁需要一些装饰。

B2 adjective /ˈtrʌst.fəl/

Trustful

信任的; 表现出对某人或某事的信任

Meaning

having or showing trust in someone or something; trusting

Example

She was too trustful and believed everything he said.

她太信任了，什么都相信他说的。

B2 adjective /ˌʌnprɪˈdɪktəbəl/

unpredictable

不可预测的

Meaning

not able to be predicted; changing suddenly and unexpectedly

Example

The weather in this region is highly unpredictable.

这个地区的天气非常不可预测。

B2 noun /ˈkɔːr.əs/

Chorus

合唱团；一首歌曲中在每节之后重复的部分

Meaning

a large organized group of singers; a part of a song that is repeated after each verse

Example

The school chorus performed beautifully at the annual concert.

学校合唱团在年度音乐会上表现得非常好。

B2 verb kənˈdem

condemn

谴责

Meaning

To express complete disapproval of; to censure.

Example

The leaders condemned the actions as inhumane.

领导人谴责这些行为是非人道的。

B2 adjective /ɪˈlɛktərəl/

electoral

选举的

Meaning

related to elections or voting

Example

The electoral process in the country has been reformed in recent years.

该国的选举程序在近年来进行了改革。

B2 noun /ˈsæksəfoʊn/

Saxophone

萨克斯风

Meaning

a wind musical instrument with a curved metal body and a single reed mouthpiece

Example

The jazz musician played a beautiful solo on his saxophone.

爵士乐手在他的萨克斯风上演奏了一首美妙的独奏。

B2 verb /ɪmˈpaʊər/

empower

Meaning

To give someone the power or authority to do something; to make someone stronger or more confident.

Example

Education can empower people to improve their lives.

B2 adverb /ˈnɔɪzɪli/

Noisily

喧闹地

Meaning

in a way that makes a lot of noise; loudly

Example

The children were playing noisily in the playground.

孩子们在操场上喧闹地玩耍。

B2 noun /ˈtæksˌpeɪər/

taxpayer

纳税人

Meaning

a person who pays tax to the government

Example

The taxpayers' money is used to fund public services.

纳税人的钱被用于资助公共服务。

B2 noun /ˈsloʊɡən/

slogan

Meaning

a short and memorable phrase used to promote a cause or product

Example

The campaign used a powerful slogan to inspire people.

B2 adjective ˈɡluːmi

gloomy

阴沉

Meaning

Dark or poorly lit; depressing or pessimistic.

Example

The atmosphere suddenly turned gloomy.

气氛突然变得阴沉。

B2 noun /juːˈtɪl.ə.ti/

Utility

效用; 益处; 公共服务

Meaning

the state of being useful, profitable, or beneficial; a public service

Example

The utility of solar panels increases with rising electricity costs.

随着电费上涨，太阳能板的效用也在增加。

B2 adjective /ˈprɪm.ɪ.tɪv/

Primitive

原始的; 基础的; 粗糙的; 未开发的; 简单的

Meaning

ancient; basic; crude; undeveloped; simple

Example

The tribe still uses primitive tools for hunting and farming.

部落仍然使用原始工具进行狩猎和耕种。

B2 noun /ˈtrædʒ.ə.di/

Tragedy

悲剧; 灾难

Meaning

an event causing great suffering, destruction, and distress; a serious drama with an unhappy ending

Example

The earthquake was a tragedy that affected thousands of families.

地震是一场悲剧，影响了数千个家庭。

B2 adjective /ˈɡlɒsi/

glossy

光泽的

Meaning

Shiny and smooth in appearance; attractive on the surface but sometimes lacking depth.

Example

She bought a glossy magazine from the store.

她在商店买了一本光泽的杂志。

B2 adverb /ˈhoʊli/

Wholly

完全; 完全地

Meaning

Entirely; completely; to the full extent

Example

I am wholly committed to this project.

我完全致力于这个项目。

B2 verb /pəˈtroʊl/

patrol

巡逻

Meaning

to move around an area to watch or guard it

Example

The police patrol the streets at night to ensure safety.

警察晚上巡逻街道以确保安全。

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 /ˌɔːltəˈreɪʃən/

alteration

改变

Meaning

a change or modification made to something

Example

The tailor made an alteration to the suit.

裁缝对西装做了改变。

B2 adjective /ˈliː.fi/

Leafy

多叶的; 被叶子覆盖的

Meaning

having many leaves; covered with leaves

Example

The leafy green vegetables are very nutritious.

叶绿的蔬菜非常有营养。