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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.
A2 noun /bentʃ/

Bench

长凳
Meaning
a long seat for several people, typically made of wood or stone
Example
The students sat on the bench.
学生们坐在长凳上。
C1 adjective /ˈɔːrθədɑːks/

orthodox

Meaning
conforming to traditional beliefs or practices
Example
He comes from a very orthodox family.
C2 adjective /ˈsætərˌnaɪn/

saturnine

忧郁的
Meaning
slow and gloomy in mood
Example
His saturnine expression made everyone in the room uncomfortable.
他的忧郁表情让房间里的人都感到不舒服。
B1 noun /ˈmʌs.əl/

Muscle

肌肉
Meaning
a body tissue consisting of fibers that can contract to produce movement
Example
Regular exercise helps strengthen your muscle.
规律的锻炼有助于增强你的肌肉。
B2 noun kənˈtrækʃən

contraction

收缩
Meaning
The process of becoming smaller; a decrease in size or quantity.
Example
The economic contraction resulted in a rise in unemployment.
经济收缩导致失业率上升。
C1 verb /nəˈsɛsɪteɪt/

necessitate

使成为必要
Meaning
To make something necessary or unavoidable.
Example
The heavy rains necessitated the cancellation of the event.
大雨使得活动的取消成为必然。
B2 noun ˌɪn.əˈveɪ.ʃən

innovation

创新
Meaning
The action or process of innovating; a new method, idea, product, etc.
Example
Innovation drives solutions to global challenges.
创新推动了全球挑战的解决方案。
B2 adjective /ˈsɪk.li/

Sickly

虚弱; 生病; 苍白
Meaning
weak and unhealthy; prone to illness; appearing weak or pale
Example
The sickly child needed extra care and attention.
这个虚弱的孩子需要额外的照顾和关注。
C1 adjective /ˈseɪlaɪn/

Saline

盐水的; 含盐的
Meaning
containing salt; salty; relating to salt water
Example
The saline solution is used for medical treatments.
盐水溶液用于医学治疗。
B1 adjective /ˈneɪtɪv/

native

本地的
Meaning
Belonging to a person by birth; originating in a particular place.
Example
He is a native speaker of Bengali.
他是孟加拉语的母语者。
C1 noun /tækˈsɒnəmi/

taxonomy

分类科学
Meaning
The science or practice of classifying things, especially organisms.
Example
Modern taxonomy helps scientists organize and study biodiversity.
现代分类学帮助科学家组织和研究生物多样性。
C1 adjective /ˈsɜːrli/

surly

脾气暴躁
Meaning
bad-tempered and unfriendly
Example
The waiter gave us a surly look when we asked for more water.
当我们要求更多的水时，服务员用脾气暴躁的目光看着我们。
C1 adjective /ɪˈmeɪʃieɪtɪd/

emaciated

消瘦
Meaning
Abnormally thin or weak, usually due to illness or lack of food.
Example
The emaciated dog was rescued from the abandoned house.
那只消瘦的狗从废弃的房子里被救出来。
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 /ˈsiː.krə.si/

Secrecy

保密
Meaning
the practice of keeping something secret; the state of being kept hidden
Example
The project was conducted in complete secrecy.
该项目是在完全保密的情况下进行的。
B2 adjective /ɪɡˈzɔː.stɪd/

exhausted

筋疲力尽
Meaning
Extremely tired; having no energy left.
Example
Feeling exhausted after waking up is common.
醒来后感到筋疲力尽是很常见的。
C2 verb /lɔːd/

laud

Meaning
To praise someone or something highly, especially in public.
Example
The critic lauded the actor's performance as a masterpiece.
B2 adjective /ˈsel.jə.lər/

Cellular

细胞的
Meaning
relating to cells; consisting of cells; relating to mobile phone technology
Example
Cellular technology has revolutionized communication.
细胞技术已经彻底改变了通讯方式。
B1 verb /səˈraʊnd/

surround

围绕
Meaning
To be all around someone or something.
Example
Mountains surround the small village.
山脉围绕着小村庄。
A2 noun /ˈfɔːrɪst/

Forest

森林
Meaning
a large area covered chiefly with trees and undergrowth
Example
We went hiking in the dense forest yesterday.
我们昨天在密林中徒步旅行。
C1 verb /ˌkaʊntərˈækt/

counteract

反作用
Meaning
to act against something in order to reduce its effect
Example
The medicine helps counteract the side effects of the treatment.
这药有助于抵消治疗的副作用。
B1 noun /ˈproʊˌfaɪl/

profile

个人资料
Meaning
a description or representation of someone or something; an outline
Example
He updated his profile on the company website.
他更新了公司网站上的个人资料。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈfriːkwənt/

infrequent

不频繁
Meaning
Happening rarely or not often.
Example
He made infrequent visits to his hometown after moving abroad.
他在搬到国外后，偶尔才回家乡。
B2 verb /ɪnˈdjuːs/

induce

引起
Meaning
to cause or persuade someone to do something; to bring about a result
Example
The doctor induced sleep with a mild sedative.
医生用轻度镇静剂引起了睡眠。
C1 adjective /səˈriːn/

serene

宁静和平和
Meaning
Calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil.
Example
The lake had a serene and peaceful atmosphere.
湖泊有着宁静和平和的气氛。
A1 adjective /tʃiːp/

Cheap

便宜; 低价
Meaning
low in price; costing little money
Example
This restaurant serves cheap but delicious food.
这家餐厅提供便宜但美味的食物。
A1 verb /riːd/

read

读
Meaning
to look at written words and understand their meaning
Example
I read books before going to bed.
我在睡觉前读书。
C2 noun /kənˈtraɪ.vəns/

contrivance

装置或计划
Meaning
a device or plan that is cleverly or artificially created
Example
The clock was an intricate contrivance of gears and springs.
这只钟是由齿轮和弹簧组成的复杂装置。
B1 noun ˈdʒʌstɪs

justice

正义
Meaning
Just behavior or treatment; the quality of being fair and reasonable.
Example
Justice is sought by the oppressed characters in the story.
在故事中，受压迫的角色寻求正义。
B1 noun ˈstrætədʒi

strategy

战略
Meaning
A plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim.
Example
The strategy ensured success.
该战略确保了成功。
A1 noun /ʃuː/

Shoe

鞋子
Meaning
covering for the foot, typically made of leather or cloth
Example
She bought a new pair of running shoes for exercise.
她买了一双新的跑步鞋来锻炼。
C2 noun /ˈsækrɪsti/

sacristy

圣器室
Meaning
a room in a church where sacred vessels and vestments are kept
Example
The priest entered the sacristy before the mass began.
神父在弥撒开始前进入了圣器室。
B1 adjective /ˈfəʊkəst/

focused

专注
Meaning
Directing a great deal of attention or effort toward a particular activity, situation, or person.
Example
Staying focused during work hours enhances productivity.
在工作时间保持专注提高了生产力。
C2 verb /ɪnˈtɜːr/

inter

埋葬
Meaning
To bury a dead body in the ground.
Example
They decided to inter the soldier with full honors.
他们决定以完全的荣誉埋葬那位士兵。
C1 adjective /ˈneɡ.lɪ.dʒə.bəl/

Negligible

微不足道
Meaning
so small or unimportant as to be not worth considering; insignificant
Example
The side effects of this medicine are negligible.
这种药物的副作用微不足道。
B2 adjective /ɪnˈsɛnsətɪv/

insensitive

迟钝的
Meaning
Showing or feeling no concern for others' feelings.
Example
His insensitive comment hurt her deeply.
他迟钝的评论深深伤害了她。
B2 adjective ˌɪnɪˈfɛktɪv

ineffective

无效
Meaning
Not producing any significant or desired effect; not achieving the intended result.
Example
Rote learning often proves to be ineffective.
死记硬背往往是无效的。
C2 verb /ˈfrʌktɪˌfaɪ/

fructify

使…成果丰硕
Meaning
To make fruitful or productive; to bear fruit.
Example
The new policies will help fructify the economic potential of the region.
新的政策将有助于使该地区的经济潜力丰产。
C2 adjective /ˌɪrɪˈmiːdiəbl̩/

irremediable

无法修复的
Meaning
Impossible to cure, repair, or remedy.
Example
The damage to the ancient manuscript was irremediable.
古老手稿的损坏是无法修复的。
C2 verb /ˈdɒɡmətaɪz/

dogmatize

教条化
Meaning
To state opinions or beliefs as if they were absolute truths.
Example
The professor tended to dogmatize on political issues.
教授倾向于在政治问题上教条主义。
C1 noun /ˈskwɒtər/

squatter

非法占领者
Meaning
a person who unlawfully occupies an uninhabited building or unused land
Example
The police removed the squatters from the abandoned house.
警方将非法占领者从废弃的房屋中驱逐了出去。
C2 adjective /ˈsmɑːrmi/

smarmy

奉承 / 虚伪的礼貌
Meaning
Excessively flattering or ingratiating, often insincerely.
Example
The salesman gave a smarmy pitch that felt fake.
销售员做了一个让人觉得虚假的奉承推销。
B2 noun /ˈsikwəl/

Sequel

续集
Meaning
a published, broadcast, or recorded work that continues the story or develops the theme of an earlier one; something that takes place after or as a result of an earlier event
Example
The movie sequel was even more successful than the original.
这部电影的续集比原作更成功。
A2 noun /ˈsɪŋ.ər/

Singer

歌手
Meaning
a person who sings, especially as a job or profession
Example
The singer performed beautifully at the concert last night.
歌手昨晚在音乐会上表现得非常出色。
C1 noun /kəˈnʌn.drəm/

conundrum

复杂的问题或谜题
Meaning
A complex problem or puzzle without an easy solution
Example
The ethical conundrum puzzled the researchers.
这个道德困境让研究人员感到困惑。
B2 noun /ˈfleɪ.vər/

Flavour

风味
Meaning
the distinctive taste of a food or drink; a particular quality or atmosphere
Example
The soup had a rich flavour of herbs and spices from the garden.
汤里有来自花园的丰富香草和香料味。
C1 noun /trænsˈfɜːrər/

transferrer

转让人
Meaning
A person who transfers something, such as property, rights, or responsibilities, to another.
Example
The transferrer is responsible for ensuring the property is legally passed on.
转让人负责确保财产依法转移。
A1 adjective /kaɪnd/

Kind

友善的；有同情心的
Meaning
gentle; caring; compassionate; showing sympathy
Example
He is a kind person who always helps others.
他是一个友善的人，总是帮助别人。
B1 noun /wiːt/

wheat

小麦
Meaning
a cereal plant whose grain is used to make flour for bread and other foods
Example
Farmers harvested the wheat in early summer.
农民在夏季初收割了小麦。
B2 verb /dɒdʒ/

dodge

躲避
Meaning
to move quickly to one side to avoid something; to avoid dealing with something cleverly or dishonestly
Example
The boxer managed to dodge his opponent's punch.
拳击手成功躲开了对手的拳头。
B1 adjective /ˈsensəbəl/

Sensible

明智的; 实际的; 合理的
Meaning
having or showing good sense; practical and reasonable
Example
It would be sensible to take an umbrella because it might rain.
带伞是明智的，因为可能会下雨。
C1 adjective /ˈswɛltərɪŋ/

sweltering

酷热
Meaning
uncomfortably hot
Example
The sweltering heat made it hard to work.
酷热的天气让工作变得困难。
B1 noun/verb /wuːnd/

wound

幸福
Meaning
an injury to the body or to harm someone
Example
He received a deep wound on his arm.
她无法掩饰她得到奖项时的幸福。
C2 adjective /ˈsɪbɪlənt/

sibilant

带有嘶嘶声的
Meaning
Making or characterized by a hissing sound.
Example
The word 'snake' starts with a sibilant sound.
单词 'snake' 以西比兰特的声音开始。
C1 adjective /ˈtɪp.tɒp/

Tiptop

极好的；一流的
Meaning
of the highest quality; excellent; in perfect condition
Example
The car is in tiptop condition.
这辆车处于极好的状态。
C1 noun /ˈek.stə.si/

Ecstasy

极乐
Meaning
an overwhelming feeling of great happiness or joyful excitement
Example
She was in complete ecstasy when she heard the good news.
她听到好消息时完全陷入了极乐。
C2 adjective /dʒɪˈdʒuːn/

jejune

幼稚 / 浅薄 / 无趣
Meaning
Naive, simplistic, and superficial; also dull or uninteresting.
Example
The professor dismissed the essay as jejune and lacking depth.
教授把这篇文章视为幼稚且缺乏深度，予以拒绝。
B1 noun /ˌsæt.ɪsˈfæk.ʃən/

Satisfaction

满足
Meaning
fulfillment of one's wishes, expectations, or needs
Example
She felt great satisfaction after completing the project.
她在完成项目后感到极大的满足。
C1 verb /ˈwaɪtˌwɑːʃ/

whitewash

Meaning
to cover up faults, errors, or unpleasant facts; to paint with white paint or lime
Example
The report was criticized for trying to whitewash the company's failures.
B1 noun /ˈbluː.ber.i/

Blueberry

蓝莓
Meaning
a small round blue fruit that grows on bushes
Example
She picked fresh blueberries for the pie.
她为派对摘了新鲜的蓝莓。
C2 adjective /ˈædɪˌpoʊs/

adipose

脂肪的
Meaning
Relating to or consisting of animal fat; fatty.
Example
The doctor explained that the tissue was mainly adipose in nature.
医生解释说，组织主要是脂肪性的。
B2 adverb /ˈædɪkwətli/

adequately

恰当地
Meaning
in a satisfactory manner
Example
He completed the task adequately, but could improve next time.
他适当地完成了任务，但下次可以改进。
B2 adjective ʌnˈprɛsɪˌdɛntɪd

unprecedented

前所未有
Meaning
Never done or known before; without previous example.
Example
Unprecedented advancements in science changed human lives.
科学上的前所未有的进展改变了人类的生活。
A1 noun ˈfjuː.tʃər

future

未来
Meaning
The time or a period of time following the moment of speaking or writing; time regarded as still to come.
Example
Future projects depend on strategic planning.
未来的项目依赖于战略规划。
C1 verb /ʌpˈruːt/

uproot

拔除
Meaning
To pull something out of the ground; to remove or displace completely.
Example
They uprooted the old tree from the garden.
他们从花园里把老树拔了出来。
B2 verb ˈel.ɪ.veɪt

elevate

提升，抬高，升高到更高的位置或更重要的水平
Meaning
To lift to a higher position; to raise to a more important or impressive level.
Example
Good leadership can elevate team performance.
良好的领导能够提升团队表现。
C1 noun /məˈtɜːrnəti/

Maternity

母性
Meaning
The state of being a mother; motherhood
Example
The hospital has an excellent maternity ward for new mothers.
医院为新妈妈提供了一个优秀的产科病房。
B2 noun /skɛtʃ/

sketch

素描
Meaning
a simple, rough drawing or outline
Example
He made a quick sketch of the landscape.
他画了一个快速的风景素描。
B1 noun /ˈtɪʃ.uː/

tissue

纸巾
Meaning
a piece of soft absorbent paper or fabric
Example
She used a tissue to wipe her nose.
她用纸巾擦了擦鼻子。
C2 noun /əˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/

annunciation

宣布，好消息
Meaning
The announcement of something; in Christianity, the announcement by the angel Gabriel to Mary that she would conceive Jesus.
Example
The church celebrated the Feast of the Annunciation with a special service.
教堂通过特别的服务庆祝了报喜节。
C1 adjective /ˌærɪˈstɒkrætɪk/

Aristocratic

贵族的; 上层社会的
Meaning
noble; having the manners of the upper class
Example
She had an aristocratic bearing that commanded respect.
她有着贵族的风度，赢得了尊重。
C2 adjective /ˈpjuːɪsənt/

puissant

强大的
Meaning
having great power or influence; mighty
Example
The king was a puissant ruler whose word was law.
国王是一个强大的统治者，他的话就是法律。
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。
B1 verb /kənˈfɜːrm/

confirm

确认
Meaning
to establish the truth, accuracy, or validity of something
Example
The hotel will confirm your reservation by email.
酒店将通过电子邮件确认您的预订。
B2 noun /ˈten.ʃən/

Tension

紧张
Meaning
mental or emotional strain; a strained state or condition
Example
The deadline created a lot of tension in the office.
截止日期在办公室造成了很大的紧张。
B1 preposition /ˈvaɪə/ or /ˈviːə/

via

通过
Meaning
through, by way of, or using a particular route or means
Example
She sent the documents via email.
她通过电子邮件发送了文件。
B1 adjective /feɪld/

failed

失败
Meaning
not successful in achieving a desired result
Example
The project failed to meet the expectations.
项目未能达到预期。
C1 noun dʒəˈnɛt.ɪk ˌmɒd.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən

genetic modification

基因修改
Meaning
The process of altering the genetic code of plants or animals.
Example
Genetic modification enhances crop resistance to pests and diseases.
基因修改提高作物对害虫和疾病的抗性。
A2 verb /wɔːrm/

Warm

加热
Meaning
to make or become warm; to heat something gently
Example
The sun warms the earth during the day.
太阳在白天加热地球。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈθrɔː.lɪŋ/

enthralling

引人入胜
Meaning
Captivating and holding one's attention completely; fascinating.
Example
The movie was enthralling, keeping the audience engaged till the end.
电影非常引人入胜，使观众直到最后都保持专注。
B2 noun /ˈfjuːʒən/

fusion

融合
Meaning
the process or result of joining two or more things together to form a single entity
Example
The restaurant offers a unique fusion of Asian and European cuisines.
餐厅提供独特的亚洲和欧洲美食融合。
B2 noun /ˈwɜːk.fləʊ/

workflow

工作流，过程顺序
Meaning
The sequence of processes through which a piece of work passes from initiation to completion.
Example
A well-structured workflow enhances productivity.
一个结构良好的工作流程可以提高生产力。
C2 noun /ˌsaɪ.kəʊˈɡræf.ɪks/

Psychographics

根据人们的态度、愿望和其他心理标准对人进行研究和分类
Meaning
The study and classification of people according to their attitudes, aspirations, and other psychological criteria.
Example
Psychographics reveal consumer buying motives.
心理图谱揭示了消费者购买动机。
B1 adjective, noun /ˈkɔːrpərət/

corporate

与公司/企业相关
Meaning
relating to a corporation or large company; united as a single body
Example
Corporate social responsibility is important for modern businesses.
公司企业社会责任对现代企业非常重要。
B2 verb /ˌriːˈbɪld/

rebuild

重建
Meaning
to build something again after it has been damaged or destroyed
Example
The villagers worked together to rebuild the bridge after the flood.
村民们一起努力，在洪水后重建了桥梁。
C1 noun /ˈroʊz ˈwɔː.tər/

Rose-water

玫瑰水
Meaning
a flavored water made by steeping rose petals in water, used in cooking and cosmetics
Example
She added a few drops of rose-water to the dessert.
她在甜点中加入了几滴玫瑰水。
B1 noun /ˈprɪnsɪpl/

principle

原则
Meaning
A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior.
Example
Honesty is a key principle of leadership.
诚实是领导力的关键原则。
C1 noun /flʌks/

flux

流动
Meaning
continuous change or movement; the rate of flow of something
Example
The company was in a state of constant flux during the reorganization.
公司在重组期间处于持续变化的状态。
C2 adjective /ˈɡluː.tɪ.nəs/

glutinous

粘性
Meaning
Having a sticky or glue-like texture.
Example
The glutinous rice stuck together in the pot.
粘性米饭在锅里粘在一起了。
B2 noun /ɡeɪz/

Gaze

定睛凝视；专注地看着某个方向
Meaning
a steady intent look; to look steadily and intently in a particular direction
Example
She met his intense gaze across the crowded room and felt her heart skip a beat.
她穿过拥挤的房间与他那凝视的眼神相遇，感到心跳停了一下。
C2 noun /ˈiːɡres/

egress

出口
Meaning
The action of going out or leaving a place; an exit.
Example
The emergency door provided an egress for the trapped workers.
紧急出口为被困的工人提供了一个出口。
C2 adjective /boʊˈhiːmiən/

bohemian

波希米亚
Meaning
unconventional, artistic, and free-spirited in lifestyle or appearance
Example
She decorated her apartment in a bohemian style with colorful fabrics.
她用色彩缤纷的布料装饰了她的公寓，采用了波希米亚风格。
B2 adjective səˈsteɪ.nə.bəl

sustainable

可持续的
Meaning
Able to be maintained at a certain rate or level; conserving an ecological balance.
Example
Sustainable practices mitigate environmental impact.
可持续的实践减少了对环境的影响。
B2 noun /saɪˈkaɪətrɪst/

psychiatrist

精神科医生
Meaning
a medical doctor specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness
Example
The psychiatrist prescribed medication for the patient’s anxiety.
精神科医生为患者的焦虑开了药。
A1 noun /ˈmʌni/

money

幸福
Meaning
A medium of exchange in the form of coins and banknotes; wealth or financial resources.
Example
He saved enough money to buy a new car.
她在收到奖项时无法掩饰她的幸福。
C2 adjective /ˈplɛntɪəs/

plenteous

丰富
Meaning
existing in great quantity; abundant
Example
The harvest was plenteous, providing enough food for the entire village.
收成丰富，为整个村庄提供了足够的食物。
B1 adverb /ˈfɪzɪkəli/

physically

身体上
Meaning
in a physical manner; relating to the body
Example
She is physically strong and healthy.
她身体上很强壮，保持健康。
B2 adverb /rɪˈspektɪvli/

Respectively

分别；按照给定的顺序；分开且按已经提到的顺序
Meaning
in the order given; separately and in the order already mentioned
Example
John and Mary are 25 and 30 years old respectively.
约翰和玛丽分别是25岁和30岁。
C2 verb /ˌfɔːrɔːrˈdeɪn/

foreordain

预定
Meaning
to determine or decree something in advance; to predestine
Example
Some believe that our lives are foreordained by fate.
一些人相信我们的生活是命运预定的。
C2 noun /ˌɪnˌkeɪpəˈbɪləti/

incapability

无能力
Meaning
lack of ability or power to do something; inability or incompetence
Example
His incapability to manage the team led to serious problems.
他管理团队的无能力导致了严重的问题。
C1 noun /ˈfoʊk.lɔːr/

folk-lore

民间传说
Meaning
The traditional beliefs, customs, stories, songs, and practices of a community, passed down through generations.
Example
Bangladeshi folk-lore is rich with myths and legends.
中国的民间传说充满了神话和传说。
A2 noun /ˈtʃælɪndʒɪz/

challenges

挑战
Meaning
Difficult tasks or situations that test someone's abilities or resources.
Example
Overcoming challenges is the key to personal growth.
克服挑战是个人成长的关键。
C1 adverb /ˈrɪdʒɪdli/

Rigidly

严格地; 不妥协地
Meaning
in a strict, inflexible manner; without compromise
Example
The rules are rigidly enforced in this institution.
这些规则在这个机构中被严格执行。
B2 noun /ˈpɑːtnəʃɪp/

partnership

合作伙伴关系
Meaning
the state of being a partner or a group of partners
Example
Our partnership has helped both companies grow.
我们的伙伴关系帮助了两家公司增长。
C1 adjective /trænsˈluːsənt/

translucent

半透明
Meaning
allowing light to pass through, but not clearly enough to see detailed images
Example
She placed the flower in a translucent vase.
她把花放在一个半透明的花瓶里。
C1 noun /ˌtes.tɪˈmoʊ.ni.əl/

Testimonial

推荐信
Meaning
a formal statement testifying to someone's character and qualifications
Example
The professor wrote a glowing testimonial for her former student.
教授为她的前学生写了一个出色的推荐信。
B2 verb ˈfaɪ.nəl.aɪz

finalize

最终确定
Meaning
To complete arrangements for something; put into final form.
Example
The treaty was finalized after the discussions.
协议在讨论后最终确定。
C1 noun /ˈfɒdər/

fodder

饲料
Meaning
food for livestock such as cattle, horses, or sheep; also something considered of little value but used to supply a demand
Example
The farmer stored enough fodder for the cattle to last through winter.
农民储存了足够的饲料，以便牲畜能度过冬天。
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。
B1 noun /ˈkɑn.fɪ.dəns/

Confidence

自信
Meaning
the feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something; firm trust; self-assurance
Example
She spoke with great confidence during the job interview.
她在面试中表现出极大的自信。
C1 adjective /ˈɔːbərn/

auburn

红棕色
Meaning
reddish-brown in color, especially used to describe hair
Example
She has long auburn hair that shines in the sunlight.
她有一头长长的红棕色头发，在阳光下闪闪发光。
A2 noun /ˈæŋ.ɡər/

Anger

愤怒
Meaning
a strong feeling of annoyance, displeasure, or hostility
Example
His anger was evident when he slammed the door.
当他摔门时，他的愤怒显而易见。
B2 noun ˈdevəsteɪtɪŋ ˈkɒnsɪkwənsɪz

devastating consequences

毁灭性后果
Meaning
Extremely harmful or destructive results or effects
Example
Air pollution has devastating consequences for health.
空气污染对健康有毁灭性后果。
B2 adjective /ˈvɜː.bəl/

verbal

口头的，通过文字表达
Meaning
Relating to or in the form of words; spoken rather than written.
Example
Verbal communication is essential in most situations.
口头沟通在大多数情况下是必需的。
C1 noun /wedʒ/

Wedge

楔子; 撬开; 劈开
Meaning
a triangular piece of wood or metal used for splitting or securing; a piece of cheese or cake
Example
He used a wooden wedge to split the log into smaller pieces.
他用木楔将原木劈成了小块。
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。
C1 noun /ˈnaɪt.hʊd/

knighthood

骑士身份
Meaning
The rank or dignity of a knight, or the ceremony of conferring knighthood.
Example
He was honored with knighthood for his contributions to science.
由于他对科学的贡献，他被授予骑士身份。
B2 noun/verb /ˈɡlɪtər/

glitter

闪烁
Meaning
To shine with bright, shimmering light; or decorative sparkles.
Example
Her dress glittered under the stage lights.
她的裙子在舞台灯光下闪烁。
A2 adjective /loʊ/

low

低
Meaning
Small in amount, degree, or position; not high.
Example
The river is at its lowest level in years.
这条河已经多年处于最低水平。
B2 noun /ˌɑb.lɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

Obligation

义务
Meaning
a duty or commitment; something that must be done legally or morally
Example
Parents have an obligation to care for their children.
父母有责任照顾他们的孩子。