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B2 noun /kənˈdʒʌŋkʃən/

conjunction

连词
Meaning
a word used to connect clauses or sentences, or to coordinate words
Example
The words 'and' and 'but' are common conjunctions.
'和' 和 '但是' 是常见的连词。
B2 noun/verb /ˈpriːfɪks/

prefix

前缀; 在前面添加东西
Meaning
a word, letter, or number placed before another; as a verb, to add something in front of something else
Example
Developers often prefix variables with an underscore.
开发人员经常在变量前添加下划线作为前缀。
B2 adjective /ˈpɪt.i.fəl/

pitiful

可悲的, 哀伤的, 非常微小
Meaning
deserving or arousing pity; very small or inadequate
Example
The team's performance was pitiful compared to last year.
与去年相比，团队的表现可悲。
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。
B2 noun /bleɪd/

Blade

刀片
Meaning
a sharp flat cutting edge of a knife, sword, or tool
Example
The blade of the knife needs to be sharpened.
刀刃需要磨锐。
B2 verb /ɪkˈskleɪm/

exclaim

呼喊
Meaning
to cry out suddenly in surprise, strong emotion, or excitement
Example
She exclaimed with joy when she saw the gift.
她看到礼物时高兴地叫了出来。
B2 noun /ɡrɪp/

Grip

牢牢把握；握住；把手或抓手
Meaning
a firm hold or grasp; the power of holding something firmly; a handle or handhold
Example
The rock climber lost his grip and fell several feet before the safety rope caught him.
攀岩者失去握住，掉了好几英尺，直到安全绳把他抓住。
B2 adjective /ˌdɪp.ləˈmæt.ɪk/

Diplomatic

外交的; 善于处理人际关系
Meaning
relating to diplomacy; tactful; skilled in managing relationships
Example
She gave a diplomatic answer to avoid offending anyone.
她给出了外交的回答，以避免冒犯任何人。
B2 verb /kɑːrv/

carve

Meaning
To cut or shape something, especially wood or stone, into a desired form.
Example
The artist carved a beautiful statue out of marble.
B2 adjective ˈkʌtɪŋ ˌɛdʒ

cutting-edge

前沿, 创新, 尖端技术
Meaning
The most advanced or innovative; at the forefront of development.
Example
This company develops cutting-edge technology.
这家公司开发尖端技术。
B2 noun ˈɒksɪdʒən prəˈdʌkʃən

oxygen production

氧气生产
Meaning
The process of generating oxygen through photosynthesis or other means.
Example
Plants are vital for oxygen production and the maintenance of life.
植物对于氧气生产和维持生命至关重要。
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 noun /ˈaʊtɪŋ/

outing

短途旅行
Meaning
a short trip or excursion, often for leisure or enjoyment
Example
They had a lovely outing at the beach last weekend.
他们上周末在海滩上度过了一个美好的短途旅行。
B2 noun wɜːrld ˈhɛrɪtɪdʒ saɪt

World Heritage Site

世界文化遗产地
Meaning
A landmark or area selected by UNESCO for having cultural, historical, scientific or other form of significance.
Example
Sundarbans is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
孙达班是联合国教科文组织的世界文化遗产地。
B2 noun /ˈɡæl.ək.si/

Galaxy

银河系
Meaning
a system of millions or billions of stars, together with gas and dust, held together by gravitational attraction
Example
The Milky Way is the galaxy that contains our solar system and Earth.
银河系是包含我们太阳系和地球的星系。
B2 verb /straɪd/

stride

大步走；取得进展
Meaning
to walk with long, decisive steps; to make progress
Example
She strode confidently across the stage.
她自信地走过舞台。
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 /ˈdɛməˌkræt/

democrat

民主党人
Meaning
a supporter of democracy or a member of the Democratic Party in the US
Example
He is a strong democrat who believes in equal rights.
他是一个坚强的民主党人，相信平等的权利。
B2 noun /kəˈrɪz.mə/

charisma

个人魅力
Meaning
Compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others.
Example
His charisma helped him become a great leader.
他的个人魅力帮助他成为一位伟大的领导者。
B2 adjective ˌtek.nəˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl

technological

技术的
Meaning
Relating to or involving technology, especially scientific technology.
Example
Technological advancements enable futuristic projects.
技术进步使未来的项目成为可能。
B2 noun /vɪˈsɪn.ə.ti/

Vicinity

附近; 邻近
Meaning
the area near or surrounding a particular place; neighborhood
Example
There are many shops in the vicinity of the school.
学校附近有很多商店。
B2 noun /trænzˈmɪʃən/

transmission

传输, 发送
Meaning
the act of sending, passing, or spreading something such as information, energy, or disease
Example
The transmission of data over the internet is very fast.
通过互联网传输数据非常快。
B2 noun ˈdɪdʒɪtəl ˈfɔːrmæt

Digital Format

数字格式
Meaning
A format in which information is stored as electronic data.
Example
A digital format family tree can be shared online.
数字格式的家谱可以在线共享。
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 noun/verb /krɪˈtiːk/

critique

批评
Meaning
A detailed analysis and assessment of something, especially a literary, philosophical, or political theory; to evaluate critically.
Example
The professor asked the students to critique each other's essays.
教授要求学生批评彼此的论文。
B2 adverb /ˈklɒkwaɪz/

Clockwise

顺时针
Meaning
in the direction that clock hands move; in a circular direction from left to right
Example
Turn the valve clockwise to tighten it.
顺时针旋转阀门以拧紧它。
B2 noun/verb /bʌst/

bust

Meaning
As a noun: A sculpture of a person's head, shoulders, and chest; As a verb: To break, smash, or arrest.
Example
The police busted the gang last night.
B2 adverb /əˈlɔːŋ.saɪd/

Alongside

在旁边; 与…一起;
Meaning
beside; next to; together with
Example
She walked alongside her friend through the park.
她与朋友一起走过公园。
B2 noun /ɪˈliːt/ or /eɪˈliːt/

elite

精英
Meaning
A select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities.
Example
Only the elite were invited to the exclusive event.
只有精英才被邀请参加独家活动。
B2 verb /ɡriːv/

grieve

悲伤
Meaning
To feel or cause deep sorrow, especially due to someone's death.
Example
She continues to grieve the loss of her best friend.
她继续为失去最好的朋友而悲伤。
B2 noun /ˈlɒtəri/

lottery

彩票
Meaning
A means of raising money by selling numbered tickets and giving prizes to the holders of numbers drawn at random.
Example
He won a car in the national lottery.
他在全国彩票中赢得了一辆车。
B2 noun /ˈspesɪmən/

Specimen

样本; 标本; 例子
Meaning
an individual example of something; a sample collected for scientific study or testing
Example
The scientist collected a blood specimen for analysis.
科学家收集了一份血液标本进行分析。
B2 verb /kənˈfrʌnt/

confront

面对
Meaning
to face someone or something directly, especially in a challenge or conflict
Example
She had to confront her fears before making the speech.
她在演讲前必须面对自己的恐惧。
B2 verb /skoʊld/

scold

责骂
Meaning
to criticize angrily; to rebuke
Example
The teacher scolded the students for being late.
老师因为学生迟到而责骂他们。
B2 noun /sɜːˈveɪ.ləns/

surveillance

监控
Meaning
Close observation, especially of a suspected spy or criminal; continuous watching of a place, person, or situation.
Example
Government agencies conduct surveillance on cyber threats.
政府机构对网络威胁进行监控。
B2 noun /ˈlɪb.ər.ti/

Liberty

自由
Meaning
the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views
Example
The Statue of Liberty represents freedom and democracy.
自由女神像象征着自由和民主。
B2 verb /ˈsteɪ.bə.laɪz/

stabilize

稳定
Meaning
to make something steady, secure, or unlikely to change suddenly
Example
The government took measures to stabilize the economy.
政府采取措施以稳定经济。
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 verb /ˈɪr.ɪ.teɪt/

irritate

刺激
Meaning
To make someone annoyed or angry; to cause discomfort or inflammation.
Example
Rubbing your eyes can irritate them.
摩擦眼睛可能会刺激它们。
B2 noun əˌkaʊntəˈbɪləti

accountability

问责制
Meaning
The fact or condition of being accountable; responsibility.
Example
Accountability is key to maintaining trust in any system.
问责制是保持任何系统中的信任的关键。
B2 noun /mɑːrz/

Mars

火星
Meaning
The fourth planet from the Sun; the Roman god of war
Example
Scientists are planning a manned mission to Mars in the next decade.
科学家们正在计划在下一个十年进行载人火星任务。
B2 verb /ɪnˈtɛnsɪfaɪ/

intensify

加强
Meaning
To make something stronger, more extreme, or more forceful.
Example
The storm is expected to intensify overnight.
预计风暴将在一夜之间加剧。
B2 noun /wæks/

Wax

蜡
Meaning
a solid substance that melts when heated, used for making candles and polishing
Example
She used candle wax to seal the old letter.
她用蜡烛蜡封住了旧信。
B2 noun /ˈɑːrkaɪvz/

archives

档案
Meaning
A place or collection where historical records and documents are stored.
Example
She visited the national archives to research her family history.
她参观了国家档案馆，研究家族历史。
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 /pɪntʃ/

pinch

捏
Meaning
to squeeze tightly between the fingers; to take a small amount
Example
She pinched a bit of salt into the soup.
她在汤里放了一点盐。
B2 adjective /ˈsoʊpi/

Soapy

覆盖着肥皂的; 泡沫的
Meaning
covered with soap; having the characteristics of soap; foamy
Example
The dishes were still soapy after washing.
洗完后，碗盘仍然很肥皂。
B2 noun /ˈfɒsɪl/

fossil

化石
Meaning
the remains or impression of a prehistoric plant or animal embedded in rock
Example
The fossil of a dinosaur was discovered in the mountains.
在山中发现了一只恐龙化石。
B2 verb /ˈroʊ.teɪt/

rotate

旋转
Meaning
to turn around a central point or axis
Example
The Earth rotates on its axis once every 24 hours.
地球每24小时围绕其轴线旋转一次。
B2 adjective /ˈstuː.di.əs/

Studious

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。
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 noun /ˈteɪbəlˌspun/

tablespoon

汤匙
Meaning
a spoon used for serving or eating food, typically holding about 15 milliliters
Example
She stirred the soup with a tablespoon.
她用汤匙搅拌了汤。
B2 noun /treɪt/

Trait

特质
Meaning
a distinguishing quality or characteristic of a person; an inherited feature
Example
Patience is an important trait for anyone working with children.
耐心是与儿童一起工作的重要特质。
B2 noun oʊˈbiː.sə.t̬i

obesity

肥胖症
Meaning
The condition of being grossly fat or overweight.
Example
Obesity increases the risk of diabetes and heart disease.
肥胖症增加糖尿病和心脏病的风险。
B2 adverb /ˈfɔ:rmoast/

Foremost

首先; 最重要的
Meaning
most importantly; above all; in the first place
Example
First and foremost, we need to ensure safety.
首先，我们需要确保安全。
B2 noun /ˈlæn.tərn/

Lantern

灯笼
Meaning
a portable lamp with a protective covering, often used outdoors
Example
We carried a lantern during our camping trip.
我们在露营时带着灯笼。
B2 noun /roʊst/

Roast

烤肉
Meaning
Meat cooked by dry heat in an oven or over an open fire
Example
The Sunday roast was perfectly cooked and very tender.
周日的烤肉被煮得非常完美，肉质非常嫩。
B2 verb /spɪt/

spit

吐口水
Meaning
to force liquid, especially saliva, out of the mouth
Example
He spat on the ground in anger.
他因愤怒在地上吐口水。
B2 noun ˈsækrɪfaɪs

sacrifice

牺牲
Meaning
An act of giving up something valued for the sake of something else.
Example
The country was freed due to the sacrifice of the warriors.
国家因战士们的牺牲而获得自由。
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 /ˌdɪsɪnˈfɛktənt/

disinfectant

消毒剂
Meaning
a chemical substance used to kill harmful microorganisms on surfaces
Example
The cleaner sprayed disinfectant on the table.
清洁工在桌子上喷洒了消毒剂。
B2 adjective /ˈvɜː.tʃu.əl/

Virtual

虚拟的
Meaning
almost or nearly as described, but not completely or according to strict definition; existing in essence or effect, though not in fact
Example
The virtual meeting allowed participants from different countries to collaborate.
虚拟会议使来自不同国家的参与者能够进行合作。
B2 noun /ɪmˈpeɪʃəns/

impatience

不耐烦
Meaning
The state of being quickly irritated or unable to wait calmly.
Example
His impatience grew as the meeting dragged on.
随着会议的拖延，他的不耐烦愈加明显。
B2 adverb /ruːˈtiːnli/

routinely

定期地
Meaning
as part of a regular procedure; habitually
Example
The staff routinely checks the equipment for safety.
工作人员定期检查设备的安全性。
B2 verb /ˈʃʌfəl/

shuffle

Meaning
to walk by dragging one's feet along or without lifting them fully; to mix or rearrange
Example
He shuffled the cards before dealing them.
B2 noun /fɪɡ/

Fig

无花果
Meaning
a soft sweet fruit that is purple or green on the outside and has many small seeds
Example
The fig tree in our backyard produces delicious fruits every summer.
我们后院的无花果树每年夏天都能结出美味的果实。
B2 adjective /ˈspiːtʃləs/

speechless

无言
Meaning
Unable to speak because of shock, surprise, or strong emotion.
Example
She was speechless when she received the award.
她获得奖项时无言以对。
B2 adjective /ˈwɪəri/

Weary

疲倦的; 筋疲力尽的
Meaning
feeling or showing extreme tiredness; tired and lacking energy
Example
She felt weary after working twelve hours straight.
她工作了十二小时后感到非常疲倦。
B2 noun /ˈvɜː.dɪkt/

verdict

Meaning
a decision made by a jury or judge in a court case
Example
The jury returned a guilty verdict after three hours of deliberation.
B2 verb /siːs/

cease

停止
Meaning
to bring or come to an end; to stop doing something
Example
The noise ceased as soon as the children went inside.
噪音一旦孩子们进去了就停止了。
B2 adjective /ˈles.ər/

Lesser

较小
Meaning
smaller in amount; of lower importance; inferior
Example
He chose the lesser of two evils when making his decision.
他在做决定时选择了较小的恶。
B2 noun /fɛər/

fare

车费
Meaning
the money paid for a journey on public transport; also food or treatment provided
Example
The bus fare to the city center is five dollars.
到市中心的公交车费是五美元。
B2 noun /rɪˈfɔːr.mər/

Reformer

改革者
Meaning
a person who works to bring about positive changes in society or institutions
Example
The social reformer dedicated her life to improving education for all children.
社会改革者致力于改善所有儿童的教育。
B2 adjective /ˈɔː.də.li/

Orderly

有序的; 系统的; 平静的
Meaning
well-organized; systematic; peaceful
Example
Please keep your desk orderly and clean.
请保持您的桌面整齐和干净。
B2 noun /ˈpɪt.ʃər/

Pitcher

水壶, 大壶
Meaning
a large container with a handle and spout used for storing and pouring liquids
Example
The water pitcher on the table was filled with ice-cold lemonade.
桌子上的水壶里装满了冰冷的柠檬水。
B2 adjective /ˌnɒnˈprɒfɪt/

nonprofit

非营利组织
Meaning
an organization that does not aim to make a profit, often serving a social or charitable purpose.
Example
She works for a nonprofit organization that helps children.
她为一个帮助孩子的非营利组织工作。
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 adverb /ˈwɔːm.li/

Warmly

热情地; 亲切地
Meaning
in a warm manner; with warmth; cordially; affectionately
Example
She welcomed the guests warmly at the door.
她在门口热情地欢迎客人。
B2 noun /fleɪm/

Flame

火焰
Meaning
a hot glowing body of ignited gas that is generated by something on fire
Example
The candle flame flickered gently in the evening breeze.
蜡烛的火焰在晚风中微微闪烁。
B2 adjective /əbˈsɜːrd/

absurd

荒谬的, 不合理的
Meaning
wildly unreasonable, illogical, or inappropriate
Example
It is absurd to think that the earth is flat.
认为地球是平的，这太荒谬了。
B2 noun ˈkæp.ɪ.təl.ɪ.zəm

capitalism

资本主义
Meaning
An economic system where trade, industry and production are privately owned and operated for profit.
Example
Capitalism encourages innovation and competition.
资本主义鼓励创新和竞争。
B2 verb /tʌk/

tuck

塞进
Meaning
to push or fold something neatly into a particular place
Example
She tucked the blanket around the baby to keep him warm.
她把毯子围绕着婴儿，这样他就保持温暖。
B2 noun /ˌkwes.tʃəˈneər/

questionnaire

问卷
Meaning
a set of written questions used to collect information or opinions
Example
Participants filled out a detailed questionnaire about their habits.
参与者填写了关于他们习惯的详细问卷。
B2 verb /rɪˈzɛnt/

resent

怨恨
Meaning
to feel bitterness or displeasure about something or someone
Example
She began to resent the constant criticism from her boss.
她开始对老板的不断批评感到愤恨。
B2 verb /ˈsuːpərvaɪz/

supervise

监督
Meaning
to watch and direct a person or activity to ensure things are done correctly
Example
The teacher supervises students during the exam.
老师在考试期间监督学生。
B2 noun /ˈteɪ.lər/

Tailor

裁缝
Meaning
a person whose job is making and altering clothes
Example
The tailor measured him for a new suit.
裁缝为他量了新西装的尺寸。
B2 adjective /ˈwɜːrθˌwaɪl/

worthwhile

值得
Meaning
worth the time, effort, or money spent; valuable
Example
Volunteering at the shelter was a worthwhile experience.
在收容所做志愿者是一段值得的经历。
B2 adjective /dɪˈstrʌktɪv/

Destructive

破坏性
Meaning
causing damage; harmful
Example
The hurricane was highly destructive to coastal areas.
飓风对沿海地区造成了极大的破坏。
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 /diːp siː/

deep sea

深海
Meaning
The deep parts of the sea or ocean, typically beyond the continental shelf.
Example
Many deep-sea creatures produce bioluminescence for survival.
许多深海生物为了生存而产生生物发光。
B2 adjective /plʌmp/

plump

丰满或圆形
Meaning
having a full, rounded shape; pleasantly fat
Example
The cat was plump and well-fed.
那只猫又胖又被很好地喂养。
B2 adjective /proʊn/

Prone

倾向于
Meaning
having a tendency to; inclined; lying face down
Example
He is prone to making mistakes when he's tired.
他容易犯错，当他累的时候。
B2 noun /ɪnˌsaɪkləˈpiːdiə/

encyclopedia

百科全书
Meaning
a book or set of books containing information on many subjects, usually arranged alphabetically
Example
She used an encyclopedia to complete her school project.
她使用了百科全书来完成她的学校项目。
B2 adjective /ˈkrɛd.ɪ.bəl/

credible

可信的
Meaning
able to be believed; convincing
Example
Her explanation was credible enough to convince the committee.
她的解释足够可信，能够说服委员会。
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 adjective /ɡrɪm/

grim

严峻
Meaning
very serious or gloomy in appearance or outlook
Example
The future looked grim after the disaster.
灾难之后，未来看起来非常严峻。
B2 adjective /slɪk/

slick

光滑的
Meaning
Smooth, clever, or efficient, often in a way that seems superficial.
Example
He gave a slick presentation to impress the investors.
他做了一个光滑的演示，以打动投资者。
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 verb /feɪnt/

faint

昏厥
Meaning
to lose consciousness for a short time because of a temporary lack of oxygen to the brain
Example
He felt dizzy and fainted in the heat.
他感到头晕，并因高温而昏倒。
B2 adjective /ˈrest.ləs/

Restless

焦虑不安
Meaning
unable to rest or relax; constantly moving or fidgeting
Example
The child was restless during the long car journey.
孩子在长时间的车程中坐立不安。
B2 verb /ɪkˈsiːd/

exceed

超越
Meaning
to go beyond a limit or expectation
Example
The athlete exceeded everyone's expectations by winning the gold medal.
运动员通过赢得金牌超越了每个人的期望。
B2 noun /siːdʒ/

siege

围攻
Meaning
A military operation in which a place is surrounded to force its surrender.
Example
The castle fell after a long siege.
城堡在长时间的围困后倒塌。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌbreɪk/

outbreak

爆发
Meaning
a sudden start or occurrence of something unpleasant, like disease or violence
Example
There was an outbreak of flu in the city.
城市中爆发了流感。
B2 noun /ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃən/

proposition

提议, 计划
Meaning
A statement, idea, or plan put forward for consideration or discussion.
Example
The company made a business proposition to the investors.
公司向投资者提出了商业提议。
B2 adverb /prɪˈdɒmɪnəntli/

predominantly

主要
Meaning
mainly; for the most part
Example
The population in the city is predominantly young.
这个城市的人口主要是年轻人。
B2 noun /ˈfeɪbəl/

fable

寓言
Meaning
a short story, typically featuring animals as characters, that conveys a moral lesson
Example
Aesop’s fables are famous for teaching valuable lessons through simple stories.
伊索的寓言通过简单的故事传授宝贵的教训。
B2 noun /ˈruːmər/

Rumour

流言; 八卦; 新闻
Meaning
a currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth; gossip
Example
There's a rumour that the company will close next month.
有传言说公司将在下个月关闭。
B2 verb /ɪnˈtɜːrprət/

interpret

Meaning
to explain the meaning of something; to translate orally
Example
She had to interpret the speech for the foreign guests.
B2 noun /ˈʃəʊ.keɪs/

showcase

展示柜，吸引或有利地展示某物
Meaning
A display case or exhibition; to present something in an attractive or favorable way.
Example
The exhibition showcased the artist's best works.
展览展示了艺术家的最佳作品。
B2 noun /ˈlɪz.ɚd/

Lizard

蜥蜴
Meaning
a cold-blooded reptile with a long body, four legs, and a tail
Example
A small lizard ran across the garden wall.
一只小蜥蜴跑过了花园的墙壁。
B2 noun /ˈsɛnət/

senate

参议院
Meaning
a legislative or governing body, typically the upper chamber in a bicameral legislature
Example
The senate voted in favor of the new healthcare bill.
参议院投票支持新的医疗保健法案。
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 /ˈsen.tɪ.piːd/

Centipede

蜈蚣
Meaning
a long thin creature with many legs that lives in dark places
Example
I found a centipede crawling under the rock.
我在石头下发现了一只蜈蚣。
B2 noun /ɪnˈsaɪdə/

insider

内部人士
Meaning
a person within a group or organization who has access to confidential information
Example
He was an insider who knew all the company's secrets.
他是一个了解公司所有秘密的内部人士。
B2 verb /ˈɔːθəraɪz/

authorize

授权
Meaning
to give official permission or approval for something
Example
The manager will authorize the payment tomorrow.
经理明天将授权付款。
B2 noun /ɪnˈhæbɪtənt/

inhabitant

居民
Meaning
a person or animal that lives in a particular place
Example
The inhabitants of the village rely on farming for their livelihood.
村庄的居民依靠农业为生。
B2 verb /ɪɡˈzɔːst/

exhaust

耗尽
Meaning
to tire out completely; to use up resources
Example
The long journey exhausted the children.
长时间的旅行耗尽了孩子们的精力。
B2 noun, verb /bɒb/

bob

上下摆动
Meaning
a short sudden movement up and down; to move quickly up and down
Example
The small boat began to bob on the waves.
小船开始在波浪上上下摆动。
B2 adjective /ˈsteɪʃəˌneri/

stationary

静止
Meaning
Not moving or not intended to be moved.
Example
The car remained stationary at the red light.
汽车在红灯前保持静止。
B2 noun steɪks

stakes

赌注
Meaning
A strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end, driven into the ground.
Example
The stakes were high for the success of the project.
赌注对项目的成功至关重要。
B2 noun /məˈræl.ə.ti/

Morality

道德
Meaning
principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong behavior
Example
The debate focused on the morality of the decision.
辩论集中在决策的道德性上。