B2 verb /kənˈsiːv/

conceive

构思, 怀孕

Meaning

to form or imagine an idea in the mind; to become pregnant

Example

It is hard to conceive how such an idea could succeed.

很难想象这样的想法如何能够成功。

B2 noun /əkˈnɒlɪdʒmənt/

acknowledgment

承认

Meaning

the act of accepting, admitting, or recognizing something

Example

He received an acknowledgment of his application.

他收到了他申请的承认。

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 adjective /ˌɪrɪˈzɪstəbəl/

Irresistible

不可抗拒的

Meaning

too attractive and tempting to be resisted; impossible to resist

Example

The chocolate cake was absolutely irresistible.

这块巧克力蛋糕简直让人无法抗拒。

B2 noun/adjective /səˈvɪliən/

civilian

平民

Meaning

a person not in the armed forces or police

Example

The area was evacuated to protect the civilians.

该区域已被疏散以保护平民。

B2 verb /ˌdaɪəɡˈnoʊz/

diagnose

诊断

Meaning

To identify a disease, condition, or problem by examining symptoms.

Example

The doctor diagnosed him with pneumonia.

医生诊断出他患有肺炎。

B2 verb /kreɪv/

crave

渴望, 强烈的欲望

Meaning

to have a strong desire for something

Example

She craves adventure and often travels to remote places.

她渴望冒险，并经常前往偏远的地方。

B2 adjective /ˈhɜː.bəl/

herbal

草药的

Meaning

Made from or containing herbs, especially for medicinal purposes.

Example

Herbal remedies were widely used here.

这里广泛使用草药疗法。

B2 noun /ˈhɑːrvɪst/

harvest

收获

Meaning

the process or period of gathering crops

Example

Farmers are busy during the rice harvest season.

农民在稻谷收获季节非常忙碌。

B2 verb /blʌʃ/

blush

脸红

Meaning

to become red in the face due to embarrassment or shyness

Example

She blushed when he complimented her.

她在他夸奖她时脸红了。

B2 noun/verb /dɪˈspjuːt/

dispute

争议, 争论

Meaning

a disagreement or argument about something important

Example

The two countries are in dispute over the border issue.

两个国家在边界问题上存在争议。

B2 noun əˌkjuː.mjəˈleɪ.ʃən

accumulation

积累

Meaning

The gradual gathering or collecting of something over time.

Example

The accumulation of dust affects appliance efficiency.

灰尘的积累影响家用电器的效率。

B2 noun /ˈflɒrɪst/

florist

花店老板

Meaning

A person who sells and arranges flowers.

Example

We bought a bouquet from the local florist.

我们在当地的花店买了一个花束。

B2 noun /ˈɪntərfeɪs/

interface

界面

Meaning

a point where two systems, subjects, or organizations meet and interact

Example

The user interface is designed to be intuitive and user-friendly.

用户界面被设计为直观且用户友好。

B2 verb ɪmˈpoʊz

imposes

强加

Meaning

To establish or apply by authority; to force something unwelcome or unfamiliar to be accepted or put in place.

Example

Pollution imposes harmful effects on the environment.

污染对环境施加了有害的影响。

B2 noun əˈʃɔː.rəns

assurance

保证

Meaning

A positive declaration intended to give confidence; a promise.

Example

Assurance of quality is a priority for the council.

质量保证是委员会的优先事项。

B2 noun /ˈɛmbəsi/

embassy

大使馆

Meaning

the official residence or offices of an ambassador

Example

He works at the French embassy in Dhaka.

他在达卡的法国大使馆工作。

B2 noun /ˈɔːɡənɪzəm/

organism

有机体

Meaning

a living thing that has an organized structure and can grow and reproduce

Example

Every organism needs water to survive.

每个有机体都需要水才能生存。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈwɜːrði/

Unworthy

不配; 没有价值

Meaning

not deserving respect or attention; lacking worth or merit

Example

He felt unworthy of such praise and recognition.

他觉得自己不配得到这样的赞扬和认可。

B2 noun /dɪsˈmɪsl̩/

dismissal

解雇, 拒绝

Meaning

the act of removing someone from their job; the act of treating something as unimportant

Example

His unfair dismissal led to a lawsuit against the company.

他的不公正解雇导致了对公司的诉讼。

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 /ˈtʌtʃ.daʊn/

touchdown

着陆

Meaning

the moment when an aircraft lands, or a score in American football

Example

The plane made a smooth touchdown.

飞机顺利着陆。

B2 verb /ˌʌndərˈmaɪn/

undermine

削弱

Meaning

to gradually weaken or damage something or someone

Example

Constant criticism can undermine a child's confidence.

持续的批评可能会削弱孩子的自信心。

B2 noun /kənˈvɛn.ʃən.əl ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ/

conventional farming

传统农业

Meaning

Traditional farming method using synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and modern technology.

Example

Conventional farming increases crop production using fertilizers.

传统农业通过使用肥料增加作物生产。

B2 verb /rɪˈstreɪn/

restrain

抑制

Meaning

to hold back or control; to limit or restrict

Example

Please restrain your dog.

请控制你的狗。

B2 adverb /rɪˈmɑːrkəbli/

remarkably

引人注目地

Meaning

in a way that is worthy of attention or notice; surprisingly

Example

She did remarkably well in the competition.

她在比赛中表现得引人注目。

B2 noun ˈskeə.sɪ.ti

scarcity

稀缺

Meaning

The state of being scarce or in short supply; shortage.

Example

Water scarcity threatens agriculture.

水资源稀缺威胁农业。

B2 adjective /nəˈtɔːriəs/

notorious

臭名昭著

Meaning

Famous or well-known for something bad or undesirable

Example

The area is notorious for its high crime rate.

该地区因其高犯罪率而臭名昭著。

B2 adjective /rɪˈnjuː.ə.bəl/

renewable

可再生

Meaning

Able to be renewed or replaced naturally; not depleted when used.

Example

Renewable resources minimize environmental damage.

可再生资源减少环境损害。

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 adjective /ˈslʌɡ.ɪʃ/

Sluggish

迟缓; 无力; 不活跃

Meaning

slow-moving; lacking energy or alertness; inactive

Example

The old computer became sluggish after running for hours.

那台旧电脑运行了几个小时后变得迟缓。

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 adjective /əˈpəʊzd/

opposed

反对的

Meaning

being against or in disagreement with something

Example

She is strongly opposed to animal testing.

她坚决反对动物实验。

B2 adverb /ˈnæʃənəli/

nationally

在全国范围内

Meaning

at the level of a whole nation; in a way that involves or affects an entire country

Example

The policy was implemented nationally to ensure equal benefits for all citizens.

该政策在全国范围内实施，以确保所有公民享有平等的福利。

B2 noun /rɪˈstrɪk.ʃən/

Restriction

限制; 限定; 控制

Meaning

a limiting condition or measure; the limitation or control of someone or something

Example

There are strict restrictions on smoking in public places.

在公共场所吸烟有严格的限制。

B2 noun /ˈwɜːrkɪŋ mæn/

working-man

工人

Meaning

a man engaged in manual labor or industrial work, often considered as part of the working class

Example

The working-man fought hard for better wages and conditions.

工人为了更好的工资和工作条件而努力奋斗。

B2 adverb /ˈræp.ɪd.li/

Rapidly

快速地; 迅速

Meaning

at a fast speed; quickly

Example

The company is rapidly expanding into new markets.

公司正在迅速拓展新市场。

B2 verb /rɪˈteɪn/

retain

保持

Meaning

to keep possession of something

Example

The company decided to retain its experienced employees.

公司决定保留其经验丰富的员工。

B2 noun /əˈkjuːzd/

accused

被告

Meaning

a person who has been charged with a crime

Example

The accused pleaded not guilty in court.

被告在法庭上表示无罪。

B2 noun ˌriːkənˈstrʌkʃn

reconstruction

重建

Meaning

The action or process of reconstructing or being reconstructed.

Example

The reconstruction project took years.

重建项目花了几年时间。

B2 noun /ˈkɒmpɪtəns/

competence

能力

Meaning

the ability to do something successfully or efficiently

Example

Her competence as a manager impressed the board.

作为经理，她的能力给董事会留下了深刻印象。

B2 verb /ʌnˈveɪl/

unveil

揭示

Meaning

to reveal or disclose something, especially in a formal manner

Example

The company will unveil a new product next week.

公司将在下周揭示一款新产品。

B2 noun /ˈkwɪə.ri/

Query

查询; 问题;

Meaning

a question or inquiry; a request for information

Example

I have a query about the new policy changes in the company.

我有一个关于公司新政策变化的查询。

B2 noun /ˌmɛdɪˈteɪʃən/

meditation

冥想

Meaning

The practice of focusing the mind to achieve calmness, clarity, or spiritual growth.

Example

She practices meditation every morning to start her day peacefully.

她每天早上练习冥想，开始她的平静一天。

B2 noun /ˈɡræfɪks/

graphics

图形

Meaning

visual images, designs, or drawings used to convey information or artistic expression

Example

The website uses stunning graphics to attract visitors.

该网站使用令人惊叹的图形来吸引访客。

B2 adjective /dɪˈzaɪərəbl/

desirable

理想的

Meaning

worth having or wanting; attractive

Example

The location of the house was highly desirable, with great views.

房子的地理位置非常理想，视野极好。

B2 verb /swaɪp/

swipe

滑动

Meaning

to move your finger across a touch screen or to hit with a sweeping motion

Example

He swiped left on the photo.

他在照片上向左滑动。

B2 noun /ˌrɪəlɪˈzeɪʃən/

realization

实现

Meaning

the act of becoming fully aware of something as a fact

Example

Her realization of the problem helped solve the issue.

她对问题的实现帮助解决了问题。

B2 adjective /prɪˈdɪktəbəl/

predictable

可预测的

Meaning

able to be predicted or foreseen

Example

His reactions were predictable based on his past behavior.

他的反应是可以预测的，基于他的过去行为。

B2 noun /ˈtɛkstʃər/

texture

质地

Meaning

the way something feels when you touch it; the quality of a surface or substance

Example

The fabric has a soft and smooth texture.

这块布的质地柔软光滑。

B2 noun /səˈspɪʃən/

Suspicion

怀疑

Meaning

a feeling or thought that someone is guilty of an illegal or dishonest activity

Example

The police arrested him on suspicion of theft.

警方以盗窃嫌疑逮捕了他。

B2 adjective, verb (past) /səˈspɛndɪd/

suspended

暂停

Meaning

Temporarily not allowed, stopped, or hanging.

Example

He was suspended from school for a week.

他因为一周被暂停上学。

B2 noun /dɪˈstrækʃənz/

distractions

干扰

Meaning

Things that prevent someone from concentrating on something else.

Example

Eliminate distractions for better productivity.

消除干扰以提高生产力。

B2 noun /hiːl/

Heel

脚跟

Meaning

the back part of the human foot below the ankle

Example

She wore shoes with high heels to the party.

她穿着高跟鞋去参加聚会。

B2 adjective /rɪˈspek.tə.bəl/

Respectable

体面

Meaning

worthy of respect; having good reputation; decent

Example

He comes from a respectable family in the community.

他来自社区一个体面的家庭。

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 /ˌmɒd.ən.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

modernization

现代化

Meaning

The process of adapting something to modern needs or habits.

Example

Modernization of industries reduces pollution.

工业的现代化减少了污染。

B2 noun /ˈɪn.vɔɪs/

Invoice

发票

Meaning

a list of goods sent or services provided, with a statement of the sum due for these

Example

The company sent an invoice for the office supplies delivered last week.

公司发送了上周交付的办公用品的发票。

B2 adjective /prəˈfaʊnd/

profound

深远

Meaning

Very great or intense; having deep insight or understanding.

Example

The speech had a profound impact on the audience.

演讲对听众产生了深远的影响。

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 adjective /ænˈtɑːrktɪk/

antarctic

南极的

Meaning

relating to the region around the South Pole

Example

The Antarctic region is known for its extreme cold and icy landscapes.

南极地区因其极端的寒冷和冰雪覆盖的景观而闻名。

B2 verb /prɪˈskrʌɪb/

prescribe

开药

Meaning

to recommend or authorize the use of something, especially medicine

Example

The doctor prescribed medication for my cold.

医生给我开了药治我的感冒。

B2 adjective/verb /kəˈrʌpt/

corrupt

腐败

Meaning

dishonest or morally wrong; to make something impure or evil

Example

The politician was accused of corrupt practices.

这位政治家因腐败行为被指控。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊntərˌpɑːrt/

counterpart

对口人

Meaning

a person or thing that corresponds to or has the same function as another

Example

The CEO met with his counterpart in the partner company.

首席执行官与合作公司中的对口人会面。

B2 noun/verb /ˈoʊvərˌdoʊs/

overdose

过量服药

Meaning

An excessive and dangerous amount of a drug; to take too much of a substance.

Example

He was rushed to the hospital after a drug overdose.

他因毒品过量被送进了医院。

B2 noun /ˈhɔːrmoʊn/

hormone

荷尔蒙

Meaning

a chemical substance produced in the body that influences how the body grows or functions

Example

Insulin is a hormone that controls blood sugar levels.

胰岛素是一种控制血糖水平的荷尔蒙。

B2 adjective /ˈreɪʃəl/

racial

种族的

Meaning

relating to a race of people

Example

Racial equality is an important issue in many societies.

种族平等是许多社会中的一个重要问题。

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 /ˈhoʊmli/

Homely

简单舒适；没有虚饰；外表朴素；温馨亲切

Meaning

simple and comfortable; unpretentious; plain in appearance; cozy and familiar

Example

She enjoyed the homely atmosphere of the small café.

她喜欢那个小咖啡馆的温馨氛围。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈkluːsɪv/

inclusive

包容的

Meaning

Including all the services, facilities, or items normally expected or required; not excluding any section of society or any party involved.

Example

Inclusive growth benefits all sections of society.

包容性增长惠及社会的所有阶层。

B2 noun /ɪnˈtɛnt/

intent

意图

Meaning

the purpose or reason behind an action; a strong determination to do something

Example

Her intent was to improve the quality of education in the community.

她的意图是提高社区的教育质量。

B2 verb /tiːz/

Tease

取笑

Meaning

to make fun of someone in a playful or unkind way

Example

Children often tease their younger siblings playfully.

孩子们经常嬉戏地取笑他们的弟弟妹妹。

B2 noun /lɪm/

limb

肢体

Meaning

an arm or leg of a person or animal; a large branch of a tree

Example

He broke a limb while climbing the tree.

他在爬树时摔断了一只肢体。

B2 verb /ɪˈlɪmɪneɪt/

eliminate

消除

Meaning

To completely remove or get rid of something.

Example

Eliminate time-wasting habits.

消除浪费时间的习惯。

B2 noun /ˈɡuːs.ber.i/

Gooseberry

醋栗

Meaning

a small round green or red berry that grows on a thorny bush

Example

Gooseberries are rich in vitamin C and make excellent jams.

醋栗富含维生素C，并可制成美味的果酱。

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。

Meaning

To provide food, drinks, or services, usually for an event or group.

Example

The company catered the wedding reception.

B2 noun ˈəʊnəʃɪp

ownership

所有权

Meaning

The act, state, or right of possessing something; legal title to something.

Example

Ownership of resources was crucial.

资源的所有权至关重要。

B2 noun /dʒʌŋk/

Junk

垃圾; 废品

Meaning

old or discarded articles that are considered useless or of little value; things of poor quality

Example

He cleaned out the garage and threw away all the old junk.

他清理了车库，扔掉了所有旧的垃圾。

B2 adjective /ˌoʊvərˈwɛlmɪŋ/

overwhelming

压倒性的

Meaning

Very intense; overpowering.

Example

Large tasks can feel overwhelming.

大型任务可能会让人感到压倒。

B2 noun /skɑːr/

Scar

疤痕

Meaning

a mark left on the skin after a wound has healed; lasting emotional damage

Example

The accident left a permanent scar on his forehead.

事故在他额头上留下了永久的伤疤。

B2 noun /sɔːrd/

Sword

剑

Meaning

a weapon with a long metal blade and a handle, used for fighting

Example

The knight drew his sword to defend the castle.

骑士拔出了剑来保护城堡。

B2 noun /ɡriːd/

Greed

贪婪

Meaning

intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth, power, or food

Example

His greed for money led him to make unethical business decisions.

他对金钱的贪婪让他做出了不道德的商业决策。

B2 noun /rɪm/

rim

边缘

Meaning

the outer edge or border of a circular object

Example

The coffee cup had a chip on its rim.

咖啡杯的边缘有个裂痕。

B2 noun /tʃʌŋk/

chunk

块 / 大块

Meaning

a thick or solid piece of something

Example

She cut the cake into large chunks.

她把蛋糕切成大块。

B2 noun /ˈher ˌpɪn/

Hair pin

发簪

Meaning

a thin piece of metal or plastic used to hold hair in place

Example

She used several hair pins to secure her elegant updo.

她用几根发簪固定住她的优雅盘发。

B2 noun /ˈmeɪn.tən.əns/

maintenance

维护

Meaning

The process of keeping something in proper working condition; upkeep.

Example

Regular maintenance increases the lifespan of machines.

定期维护可延长机器的寿命。

B2 adjective /ˈvɪɡ.ər.əs/

vigorous

充满活力

Meaning

Characterized by high energy and vitality.

Example

Regular exercise keeps the body vigorous and healthy.

定期锻炼保持身体充满活力和健康。

B2 adjective, noun /ədˈvaɪzəri/

advisory

咨询性的

Meaning

(adjective) having the power to give advice but not to make sure that it is followed; (noun) an official announcement containing information or a warning

Example

The committee serves in an advisory capacity to the board of directors.

委员会在董事会中担任咨询性职能。

B2 verb ˈwɜːrsən

worsen

恶化

Meaning

To make or become worse; to deteriorate in quality, condition, or degree.

Example

Lack of education can worsen poverty levels.

缺乏教育可能会恶化贫困水平。

B2 noun /ˌkɑn.trəˈdɪk.ʃən/

Contradiction

矛盾; 不一致

Meaning

a combination of statements, ideas, or features which are opposed to one another; inconsistency

Example

There was a clear contradiction between his words and his actions.

他的言辞与行动之间存在明显的矛盾。

B2 noun /steɪn/

Stain

污点; 斑点

Meaning

a colored patch or dirty mark that is difficult to remove; a blemish or damage to reputation

Example

There was a coffee stain on his white shirt.

他的白衬衫上有咖啡渍。

B2 noun /mɪkst ˈkʌlər/

Mixed colour

混合色

Meaning

a color created by combining two or more different colors

Example

The mixed colour created a beautiful gradient on the canvas.

混合色在画布上创造了美丽的渐变。

B2 noun /ˌmɪsbɪˈheɪvjər/

misbehavior

不当行为

Meaning

bad or improper behavior

Example

The teacher punished the student for his misbehavior.

老师因学生的不当行为而惩罚了他。

B2 noun /ˈdel.ɪ.ɡət/

Delegate

代表

Meaning

a person chosen or elected to act for or represent others; representative

Example

Each country sent a delegate to participate in the international conference.

每个国家派遣了一个代表参加国际会议。

B2 noun /ˈwɔː.tər pɒt/

Water pot

水壶

Meaning

a container used for storing or carrying water

Example

The water pot in the kitchen was filled with fresh drinking water.

厨房里的水壶装满了新鲜的饮用水。

B2 noun /stɪŋk/

Stink

臭味; 恶臭

Meaning

a strong unpleasant smell; bad odor

Example

The garbage created a terrible stink in the kitchen.

垃圾在厨房里产生了可怕的臭味。

B2 adjective /ˈaɪ.dəl/

Idle

懒惰的; 不活跃的; 没有工作的

Meaning

lazy; inactive; not working or being used

Example

The factory workers were idle during the strike.

工厂工人在罢工期间闲置。

B2 noun /pænt/

Pant

裤子

Meaning

a piece of clothing worn on the lower body covering each leg separately

Example

She bought a new pair of pants for the party.

她为派对买了一条新裤子。

B2 noun ləˈdʒɪs.tɪks

Logistics

物流

Meaning

The detailed coordination of a complex operation involving many people, facilities, or supplies.

Example

Logistics ensures timely delivery.

物流确保及时交货。

B2 adjective /ˈklɪn.ɪ.kəl/

clinical

临床的

Meaning

Related to the observation and treatment of patients rather than theoretical study.

Example

The doctor conducted a clinical examination.

医生进行了临床检查。

B2 noun ˈɔː.bɪt

orbit

轨道

Meaning

The curved path of a celestial object around a star, planet, or moon.

Example

The satellite maintains its orbit around Earth.

卫星保持它绕地球的轨道。

B2 noun /dɪˈvoʊ.ʃən/

Devotion

忠诚; 热情; 奉献

Meaning

love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person, activity, or cause

Example

Her devotion to helping others made her a beloved figure in the community.

她对帮助他人的忠诚使她成为社区中的一个受人爱戴的人物。

Meaning

to overpower someone emotionally or physically; to be too much to handle

Example

She was overwhelmed with gratitude after receiving the help.

B2 noun /siːdʒ/

Sieze

围困

Meaning

a military operation to capture a place by surrounding it and cutting off supplies

Example

The siege of the castle lasted for three months.

城堡的围困持续了三个月。

学霸; 专心学习

Meaning

characterized by diligent study; devoted to learning

Example

She is a studious student who spends hours in the library.

她是一个学霸，常常在图书馆待上好几个小时。