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 kənˈven.ʃən.əl

conventional

传统的

Meaning

Based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed; traditional, standard, customary.

Example

Many farmers still use conventional farming methods.

许多农民仍然使用传统的农业方法。

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 kənˈsen.səs

consensus

共识

Meaning

A general agreement among all members of a group.

Example

Consensus was reached after long deliberation.

经过长时间的讨论，达成了共识。

B2 noun /ˈkɒnsənənt/

consonant

辅音

Meaning

A speech sound produced by blocking air flow, or a letter representing such a sound.

Example

The word 'cat' has two consonants and one vowel.

‘猫’这个词有两个辅音和一个元音。

B2 adjective kəˈləʊ.ni.əl

colonial

殖民的

Meaning

Relating to or characteristic of a colony or colonialism, especially involving the control of one country by another.

Example

Colonial rule suppressed local governance.

殖民统治压制了当地的政府。

B2 adjective ˌkɒm.prɪˈhen.sɪv

comprehensive

全面的

Meaning

Including or dealing with all or nearly all elements or aspects of something; complete and thorough.

Example

A comprehensive study enhances understanding.

全面的研究促进了理解。

B2 adjective /kəˈrɛspɒndɪŋ/

corresponding

coal

煤炭

Meaning

a black or dark brown rock used as fuel, formed from decomposed plant matter

Example

The factory still uses coal as its main source of energy.

工厂仍然将煤炭作为其主要的能源来源。

B2 noun /kraɪst/

christ

基督

Meaning

the title given to Jesus, considered the Messiah in Christianity

Example

Christ is central to Christian faith.

基督是基督教信仰的核心。

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 verb /kəmˈplaɪ/

comply

遵守

Meaning

to act in accordance with a rule, request, or law

Example

All companies must comply with safety regulations.

所有公司必须遵守安全规定。

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 /ˈklær.ɪ.ti/

clarity

清晰度

Meaning

The quality of being coherent and intelligible; transparency or lucidity.

Example

The speaker's clarity made the concept easy to understand.

演讲者的清晰度使得这个概念变得容易理解。

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 noun /ˈkreɪvɪŋ/

craving

渴望, 强烈的欲望

Meaning

a strong desire for something

Example

She has a craving for chocolate every evening.

她每晚都渴望吃巧克力。

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 /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。

B2 verb /kənˈtɛnd/

contend

竞争，主张

Meaning

to strive or compete for something; to assert earnestly

Example

Athletes from around the world contend for the championship.

来自世界各地的运动员为冠军而争斗。

B2 adjective /kəʊˈɒpərətɪv/

cooperative

合作的

Meaning

willing to work or act together with others for a common purpose

Example

She was very cooperative during the interview process.

她在面试过程中非常合作。

B2 noun /krɑk pɑt/

Crock pot

慢炖锅

Meaning

an electric cooking pot that cooks food slowly at low temperatures

Example

I put the chicken and vegetables in the crock pot before going to work.

我在上班前把鸡肉和蔬菜放入慢炖锅中。

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 /ˈsɜːrkɪt/

circuit

电路 / 电气通路

Meaning

A roughly circular line, route, or movement that starts and ends at the same place; also an electrical pathway.

Example

The runners completed the circuit around the park.

跑步者完成了环绕公园的电路。

B2 adjective /ˈklæsɪfaɪd/

classified

机密的；分类的

Meaning

arranged into categories; officially secret or restricted

Example

The report contains classified information and cannot be shared publicly.

这份报告包含机密信息。

B2 adjective /ˈkɒŋ.kriːt/

Concrete

坚固的；真实的；有形的；具体的

Meaning

solid; real; tangible; actual and specific

Example

We need concrete evidence to support our claims.

我们需要具体的证据来支持我们的主张。

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 adjective /ˈtʃuː.zi/

Choosey/Choosy

挑剔的; 非常挑选的; 对喜欢或接受的东西非常挑剔

Meaning

very careful in choosing; selective; particular about what one likes or accepts

Example

He's very choosy about the restaurants where he eats.

他对他吃的餐馆非常挑剔。

B2 noun /ˈsaɪkloʊn/

cyclone

气旋

Meaning

a large-scale air mass that rotates around a strong center of low atmospheric pressure; a violent tropical storm

Example

The cyclone caused severe flooding along the coast.

气旋在沿海地区造成了严重的洪水。

B2 noun /ˈkəʊ.tɪŋ/

coating

涂层

Meaning

A protective or decorative layer applied to a surface.

Example

A protective coating prevents rust formation.

保护涂层可以防止生锈。

B2 verb /kəˈmɛnd/

commend

表扬

Meaning

to praise formally or officially

Example

The teacher commended the students for their hard work.

老师表扬了学生们的努力。

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。

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 noun/verb /ˈtʃɑːrtər/

charter

包机 / 租赁

Meaning

a written document granting rights or privileges; to hire a vehicle or vessel for temporary use

Example

The company decided to charter a bus for the trip.

公司决定为旅行租用一辆巴士。

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 /ˈkɒm.pɒ.stɪŋ/

composting

堆肥

Meaning

The process of recycling organic waste into fertile fertilizer.

Example

Composting reduces waste and enhances soil fertility.

堆肥减少垃圾并提高土壤肥力。

B2 adjective ˌkæt.əˈstrɑː.fɪk

catastrophic

灾难性的, 毁灭性的

Meaning

Involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering.

Example

Climate change has catastrophic consequences.

气候变化带来了灾难性的后果。

B2 adjective /ˈsɪn.ɪ.kəl/

cynical

愤世嫉俗

Meaning

Believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.

Example

She was cynical about the politician's promises.

她对政治家的承诺持愤世嫉俗的态度。

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。

B2 adjective /kənˈvɪnsɪŋ/

Convincing

令人信服的; 可信的; 有说服力的; 能使某人相信某事的

Meaning

believable; credible; persuasive; able to make someone believe something

Example

His convincing argument won over the entire jury.

他的有说服力的论点赢得了整个陪审团。

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 verb /ˈkɒmbæt/

combat

对抗

Meaning

to fight against something, especially to reduce or stop it

Example

The government is taking steps to combat corruption.

政府正在采取措施来对抗腐败。

B2 noun /ˌkeɪ.pəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

capability

能力

Meaning

The ability or capacity to do something.

Example

The telescope's capability is unparalleled.

望远镜的能力是无与伦比的。

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 adjective /ˈkræŋki/

cranky

脾气暴躁

Meaning

bad-tempered, easily annoyed, or irritable

Example

The child gets cranky when he is hungry.

当孩子饿了时，他会变得脾气暴躁。

B2 verb /ˈkaʊnsəl/

counsel

咨询

Meaning

to give professional advice or guidance to someone

Example

The teacher counseled the students on their career choices.

老师为学生们提供了关于他们职业选择的建议。

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 /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。

B2 noun /ˌkɒrəˈleɪʃən/

correlation

coverage

报道

Meaning

The extent or scope of something, such as insurance protection or media reporting.

Example

The news channel provided extensive coverage of the event.

新闻频道对事件进行了广泛的报道。

B2 adjective kɒnˈtek.stju.əl

contextual

情境的

Meaning

Depending on or relating to the circumstances or setting; context-dependent.

Example

Contextual meaning changes depending on usage.

上下文意义根据使用情况而变化。

B2 adjective ˈkɒɡnɪtɪv

cognitive

认知的

Meaning

Related to mental processes of perception, memory, judgment, and reasoning.

Example

Cognitive functions improve with practice and learning.

认知功能通过练习和学习得到改善。

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 /ˈkætəlɔːɡ/

catalog

Meaning

a complete list of items, typically arranged systematically

Example

The library provides an online catalog of all available books.

图书馆提供所有可用书籍的在线目录。

B2 adjective /ˌkrɒnəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

chronological

按时间顺序

Meaning

Arranged in the order in which events happened.

Example

The events were listed in chronological order.

这些事件按时间顺序列出。

B2 verb /kənˈsiːd/

concede

Meaning

to admit something is true or valid, often reluctantly

Example

She finally conceded that she was wrong.

B2 noun /kənˈspɪrəsi/

conspiracy

阴谋

Meaning

A secret plan by a group to do something unlawful or harmful.

Example

The police uncovered a conspiracy to overthrow the government.

警方揭露了一项推翻政府的阴谋。

B2 noun /kəmˈplaɪ.əns/

compliance

遵守

Meaning

The practice of conforming to rules, regulations, or laws; obedience to orders or instructions.

Example

Schools expect compliance with their rules and policies.

学校期望遵守他们的规则和政策。

B2 verb /ˈkeɪtər/

cater

Meaning

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

Example

The company catered the wedding reception.

B2 verb /kəmˈpraɪz/

comprise

由...组成

Meaning

To consist of or be made up of something.

Example

The committee comprises five members.

委员会由五个成员组成。

B2 noun /ˈkænvəs/

canvas

Meaning

A strong, coarse cloth used for tents, sails, or painting.

Example

The artist prepared a canvas for his new painting.

B2 adjective /ˈtʃeɪn.dʒə.bəl/

Changeable

可变的; 易变的

Meaning

able to be changed; likely to change frequently

Example

The weather is very changeable in spring.

春天的天气非常多变。

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。

B2 adjective /ˈkʌnɪŋ/

cunning

狡猾

Meaning

Having or showing skill in achieving one's ends by deceit or evasion; cleverness in a tricky way.

Example

The cunning fox tricked the farmer.

狡猾的狐狸欺骗了农夫。

B2 noun /kroʊ/

Crow

乌鸦

Meaning

a large black bird known for its intelligence and harsh call

Example

The crow cawed loudly from the tree branch.

乌鸦从树枝上大声地叫。

B2 adjective /ˌkɒm.plɪˈmen.tər.i/

Complimentary

赠送的；赞美的；作为礼节免费提供

Meaning

expressing praise or admiration; given or supplied free of charge as a courtesy

Example

The hotel offers complimentary breakfast for all guests.

酒店为所有客人提供免费的早餐。

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 adjective /kɔːrs/

coarse

粗糙, 粗鲁

Meaning

Rough in texture or manner; not smooth or refined.

Example

The fabric felt coarse to the touch.

这块布料摸起来很粗糙。

B2 noun /ˈkɒntræktər/

contractor

承包商

Meaning

a person or company that agrees to provide materials or labor to perform a service or do a job

Example

The contractor completed the building project on time.

承包商按时完成了建筑项目。

B2 adjective /ˈtʃaɪld.laɪk/

Childlike

像孩子一样; 天真和信任; 纯净和简单

Meaning

innocent and trusting like a child; having the good qualities of a child; pure and simple

Example

She maintained a childlike wonder about the world around her.

她对周围的世界保持着孩子般的惊奇。

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。

B2 noun /ˈkrɪstəl/

crystal

水晶

Meaning

a clear, transparent mineral or glass that forms a solid structure with regular patterns

Example

She wore a necklace made of sparkling crystal.

她戴着一条闪闪发光的水晶项链。

B2 noun /ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

certification

认证

Meaning

the process of officially recognizing or confirming that something or someone meets required standards; an official document proving qualification

Example

She received her professional certification after completing the training program.

她在完成培训项目后获得了专业认证。

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。

B2 noun /kənˈtɛmpt/

contempt

Meaning

a strong feeling of dislike and lack of respect towards someone or something

Example

He spoke with contempt about the corrupt officials.

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。

B2 verb /ˈkɑːmpənseɪt/

compensate

赔偿

Meaning

to give something to make up for loss or damage; to counterbalance

Example

The company will compensate employees for overtime work.

公司将为加班支付赔偿。

B2 verb /kənˈtæmɪneɪt/

contaminate

Meaning

To make something impure, dirty, or harmful by contact with a poisonous or polluting substance.

Example

The river was contaminated by industrial waste.

B2 adverb /kənˈtɪnjuəli/

Continually

持续地; 一再

Meaning

without stopping; repeatedly

Example

She continually checked her phone for messages.

她不断检查她的手机是否有新消息。

B2 noun /kraɪˈtɪəriə/

criteria

标准

Meaning

Standards or principles by which something is judged or decided.

Example

The candidates were evaluated based on strict criteria.

候选人根据严格的标准进行评估。

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。

B2 adjective /kənˈsɪd.ər.ɪt/

Considerate

体贴; 体贴入微

Meaning

showing careful thought about the feelings or wishes of others; thoughtful

Example

He is always considerate of others' feelings.

他总是考虑到别人的感受。

B2 noun, verb /kɜːrs/

curse

诅咒

Meaning

a solemn wish that harm or misfortune should befall someone; a rude or offensive word or phrase; to utter offensive words or wish harm upon someone

Example

He cursed loudly when he realized he had lost his wallet.

当他意识到自己丢了钱包时，他大声咒骂。

B2 noun /ˈsɛnsəs/

census

人口普查

Meaning

An official count or survey of a population, typically recording various details of individuals.

Example

The government conducted a census to update demographic data.

政府进行了人口普查，以更新人口统计数据。

B2 noun ˈkɛmɪkəl weɪst

chemical waste

化学废料

Meaning

Waste material from industrial or laboratory processes that contains harmful chemicals.

Example

Chemical waste pollutes water bodies.

化学废料污染水体。

B2 adjective /kəˈreɪdʒəs/

Courageous

勇敢的; 无畏的; 在面对危险时展现勇气

Meaning

brave; fearless; showing courage in the face of danger

Example

The courageous firefighter rescued the family from the burning building.

勇敢的消防员从燃烧的建筑物中救出了家庭。

B2 adverb /kənˈsɪdərəbli/

Considerably

显著地；相当大地

Meaning

to a notably large degree; significantly; substantially

Example

The price has increased considerably over the past year.

过去一年价格显著上涨。

B2 noun /koʊˈɪn.sɪ.dəns/

Coincidence

巧合

Meaning

a remarkable occurrence of events or circumstances without apparent causal connection; chance happening

Example

It was a strange coincidence that they both wore the same dress to the party.

这是一个奇怪的巧合，他们俩都穿着相同的衣服参加派对。

B2 noun kənˌtæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən

contamination

污染

Meaning

The process of making something less pure by exposure to or addition of a poisonous or polluting substance.

Example

Contamination of air leads to health issues.

空气污染导致健康问题。

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 verb /kəmˈpoʊz/

compose

创作

Meaning

to create music or writing; to make up; to calm oneself

Example

She composes beautiful songs.

她创作美丽的歌曲。

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。

B2 noun /kʌlt/

cult

邪教

Meaning

a system of religious veneration and devotion directed toward a particular figure or object

Example

The cult followed their leader with great devotion.

邪教以极大的献身精神追随他们的领袖。

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。

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 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 noun /ˈkɒləni/

colony

殖民地

Meaning

a territory or community controlled by another country or group of people

Example

India was once a British colony.

印度曾是英国的殖民地。

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 adjective /kənˈsek.jə.tɪv/

Consecutive

连续的

Meaning

following each other in uninterrupted succession; sequential

Example

She won three consecutive matches in the tournament.

她在比赛中赢得了三场连续的比赛。

B2 noun /kəˈrʌp.ʃən/

Corruption

腐败

Meaning

dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power; the process of decay or decomposition

Example

The government launched a campaign to fight corruption in public offices.

政府发起了一个打击公共办公室腐败的运动。

B2 adverb /kənˈsɪstəntli/

consistently

持续地

Meaning

in a way that does not vary; regularly and dependably

Example

She has been performing consistently well in her studies.

她在学习中始终表现得很好。

B2 noun /kɜːrl/

Curl

卷发; 螺旋形状

Meaning

a piece of hair that curves or coils; something with a spiral or curved shape

Example

She had beautiful natural curls that framed her face perfectly.

她有美丽的自然卷发，完美地框住了她的脸。

B2 adjective /kəmˈpæʃənət/

Compassionate

有同情心的; 富有同情心的

Meaning

feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others who are suffering

Example

The compassionate nurse took extra time to comfort the worried patients.

富有同情心的护士花时间安慰忧虑的病人。

B2 noun /ˌkoʊəˈlɪʃən/

coalition

联盟

Meaning

a temporary alliance of distinct parties, persons, or states for joint action

Example

Several parties formed a coalition to pass the new law.

几个党派组成了一个联盟来通过新法律。

B2 noun /ˈkʌt.lət/

Cutlet

炸肉饼

Meaning

a small piece of meat, especially veal or lamb, for frying or grilling

Example

She served delicious chicken cutlets for dinner.

她为晚餐提供了美味的炸鸡肉饼。

B2 verb /ˈkɒmpənseɪtɪd/

compensated

Meaning

to have been given something, typically money, as a recompense for loss, suffering, or work done

Example

The workers were compensated for their overtime hours.

B2 adjective /ˈklʌm.zi/

clumsy

笨拙的

Meaning

awkward in movement or lacking skill

Example

He is so clumsy that he drops things all the time.

他这么笨，总是把东西掉下来。

B2 noun /ˈkæp.tɪv/

Captive

俘虏

Meaning

a person who has been taken prisoner or an animal that has been confined

Example

The captive was held in a small cell for several months.

俘虏被关押在一个小牢房里好几个月。

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。

B2 noun /kraɪˈtɪəriən/

criterion

标准

Meaning

A standard or rule used to make a judgment or decision.

Example

Honesty is an important criterion for this job.

诚实是这份工作的一个重要标准。

B2 adjective /ˌkɒst.ɪˈfɪʃ.ənt/

cost-efficient

节约成本

Meaning

Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.

Example

Cost-efficient solutions benefit industries.

节约成本的解决方案有利于各行各业。

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。

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 verb /kənˈfaɪd/

confide

Meaning

To tell someone about a secret or private matter while trusting them not to repeat it.

Example

He confided his worries to his best friend.

B2 adjective /ˈkɒm.pɪ.tənt/

Competent

有能力的; 能干的

Meaning

having the necessary skill or knowledge to do something successfully; capable

Example

She is a competent manager who handles all tasks efficiently.

她是一个能干的经理，能够高效地处理所有任务。

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 verb, noun /kəˈmjuːt/

commute

通勤

Meaning

Verb: to travel regularly between home and work; Noun: the journey to and from work.

Example

He commutes two hours every day to reach his office.

他每天通勤两小时去上班到他的办公室。

B2 adverb /ˈkrɪtɪkli/

critically

严重地

Meaning

in a way that expresses disapproval or a very serious, important way

Example

He was critically injured in the accident.

他在事故中受了重伤。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsələr/

counsellor

咨询师

Meaning

a person trained to give guidance on personal, social, or psychological problems; an advisor

Example

She spoke to a counsellor to get advice about her career.

她和一名咨询师谈了自己的职业问题。

B2 noun /kəˈlɪʒ.ən/

Collision

碰撞; 冲突

Meaning

an instance of one moving object hitting violently against another; a conflict of opposing ideas or interests

Example

The collision between two cars caused a major traffic jam.

两辆车之间的碰撞造成了严重的交通堵塞。

B2 adjective /ˈkɔːstli/

costly

昂贵

Meaning

expensive or causing a lot of money, time, or effort

Example

Their mistake proved to be very costly for the company.

他们的错误证明对公司来说是非常昂贵的。

B2 noun /kɔːrd/

cord

绳子

Meaning

a long, thin, flexible string or rope

Example

He tied the package with a strong cord.

他用一根强绳子绑住了包裹。