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B2 noun /kənˈsɛnt/

consent

同意
Meaning
permission for something to happen or agreement to do something
Example
She gave her consent before the operation.
她在手术前给了她的同意。
B2 noun /dɔːn/

Dawn

黎明
Meaning
the first appearance of light in the sky before sunrise; the beginning or start of something
Example
The fishermen set out to sea before dawn to catch the morning tide.
渔民们在黎明前出海，赶上早潮。
B2 noun /ˌdɒkjʊmɛnˈteɪʃən/

documentation

文档
Meaning
material that provides official information or evidence
Example
The documentation for the project is available for review.
项目的文档可供审查。
B2 noun məˈtæb.əl.ɪ.zəm

metabolism

代谢
Meaning
The chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life.
Example
Exercise boosts metabolism and burns calories.
锻炼能提高代谢并燃烧卡路里。
B2 noun /ˈfoʊ.bi.ə/

Phobia

极度的恐惧; 厌恶
Meaning
an extreme or irrational fear of or aversion to something
Example
She has a phobia of spiders.
她有蜘蛛恐惧症。
B2 noun ˌsensɪˈtɪvɪti

sensitivity

敏感性
Meaning
The quality or condition of being sensitive; responsiveness to stimuli.
Example
Bose proved plant sensitivity through experiments.
博斯通过实验证明了植物的敏感性。
B2 noun /spæn/

span

跨度
Meaning
the full extent or length of something from one end to another
Example
The bridge has a span of over 500 meters.
这座桥的跨度超过了500米。
B2 adjective /ˈræʃ.ən.əl/

Rational

理性; 合理; 逻辑
Meaning
based on reason and logic; sensible and practical
Example
She made a rational decision based on the available facts.
她根据可用的事实做出了理性的决定。
B2 verb /rɒt/

rot

腐烂
Meaning
to decay or decompose; to become corrupt
Example
The fruit will rot if left in the sun.
水果如果暴露在阳光下会腐烂。
B2 adverb /ɔːˈθentɪkli/

authentically

真实地
Meaning
in a genuine, real, or true manner; in a way that reflects true character or origin
Example
She speaks authentically about her experiences.
她真实地谈论自己的经历。
B2 adjective /ˈspiː.di/

Speedy

快速的; 极速的; 敏捷的;
Meaning
moving or happening quickly; fast
Example
The speedy delivery service arrived within an hour.
快速的送货服务在一小时内到达。
B2 adjective /ˈɔɪl.i/

Oily

油腻的; 油覆盖的; 油滑的
Meaning
covered with oil; containing oil; greasy
Example
Her oily skin needs special care.
她的油腻皮肤需要特别护理。
B2 adjective /ˈtrʌst.wɜː.ði/

Trustworthy

可信
Meaning
able to be relied on as honest or truthful; deserving of trust
Example
He is a trustworthy friend who always keeps his promises.
他是一个值得信赖的朋友，总是遵守诺言。
B2 noun /ˈnuː.səns/

Nuisance

麻烦; 打扰;
Meaning
a person, thing, or circumstance causing inconvenience or annoyance
Example
The constant noise from construction is a real nuisance.
建筑施工的持续噪音是一种真正的麻烦。
B2 adjective /ˈbeə.rə.bəl/

Bearable

可忍受的; 容忍的; 不太不愉快或痛苦
Meaning
able to be endured; tolerable; not too unpleasant or painful
Example
The pain became bearable after taking the medicine.
服药后，疼痛变得可以忍受。
B2 verb /prɪˈzjuːm/

presume

假设
Meaning
To suppose something is true without proof; to take for granted.
Example
I presume she has already left for the meeting.
我假设她已经去参加会议了。
B2 noun ˈɡrætɪtjuːd

gratitude

感恩
Meaning
The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation.
Example
Gratitude towards the martyrs is a moral duty.
对烈士的感恩是道德责任。
B2 noun /prəˈpɔːʃən/

proportion

Meaning
a part, share, or number considered in comparative relation to a whole
Example
The proportion of students passing the exam was high.
B2 adverb /ˈsiː.mɪŋ.li/

seemingly

表面上, 看起来平静
Meaning
appearing to be true, but not necessarily so
Example
He was seemingly calm despite the chaos around him.
尽管周围一片混乱，他看起来平静。
B2 adjective /ˈkjuːbən/

cuban

古巴的
Meaning
relating to Cuba, its people, or its culture
Example
We enjoyed delicious Cuban coffee at the café.
我们在咖啡馆享用了美味的古巴咖啡。
B2 noun /ræntʃ/

ranch

牧场
Meaning
a large farm where animals such as cattle or sheep are raised
Example
They own a huge cattle ranch in Texas.
他们在德克萨斯州拥有一个巨大的牧场。
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 /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 /dɪˈstɜː.bɪŋ/

disturbing

令人不安
Meaning
causing anxiety, worry, or emotional distress
Example
The news about the accident was deeply disturbing.
关于事故的新闻令人深感不安。
B2 adjective /əˈtʃiːvəbl/

achievable

可实现的
Meaning
Able to be brought about or reached successfully.
Example
Start with achievable steps to stay motivated.
从可实现的步骤开始，以保持动力。
B2 noun /rɒd/

rod

细长的棒子，尤其是金属或木制的
Meaning
a thin straight bar, especially of metal or wood
Example
He used an iron rod to support the structure.
他用铁棒支撑结构。
B2 noun ˌkɒnsəlˈteɪʃən

consultation

咨询
Meaning
The action of consulting or discussing; a meeting with an expert or professional to seek advice.
Example
Consultation was essential.
咨询是必要的。
B2 noun /ˈædvəkəsi/

advocacy

倡导
Meaning
public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy
Example
Her advocacy for children's rights earned her international recognition.
她对儿童权利的倡导为她赢得了国际认可。
B2 noun, verb /ɪntʃ/

inch

英寸 / 缓慢移动
Meaning
A unit of length equal to 2.54 centimeters; or to move slowly and carefully in small amounts.
Example
She inched closer to the edge of the stage.
她慢慢靠近舞台的边缘。
B2 adjective /ˈfʌsi/

fussy

挑剔
Meaning
hard to please; very concerned with details
Example
The child is very fussy about what she eats.
这个孩子对她吃的东西非常挑剔。
B2 verb /ræm/

ram

Meaning
to strike or push something with great force
Example
The truck rammed into the wall.
B2 noun /ədˈmɪnɪstreɪtər/

administrator

Meaning
a person responsible for running or managing an organization or system
Example
The school administrator implemented new policies for students.
B2 noun ˈnɒv.əl.ti

novelty

新颖
Meaning
The quality of being new, original, or unusual; a new or unfamiliar thing or experience.
Example
The novelty of the invention attracted investors.
发明的新颖性吸引了投资者。
B2 verb /wɪp/

whip

鞭打
Meaning
to strike or beat with a flexible instrument such as a rope or cord
Example
The trainer whipped the horse to make it run faster.
教练用鞭子抽打马匹，使其跑得更快。
B2 noun /ɪˈkweɪʒən/

equation

方程
Meaning
a mathematical statement that shows the equality of two expressions
Example
He solved the equation to find the value of x.
他解出了方程，找到了x的值。
B2 adjective /rɪˈmuːvəbəl/

removable

可拆卸的
Meaning
able to be removed or taken away
Example
This phone has a removable battery.
这款手机有一块可拆卸的电池。
B2 noun /ˈaʊt.saɪ.dər/

Out-sider

局外人
Meaning
a person who does not belong to a particular group; someone not accepted by a group
Example
As an outsider, he found it difficult to understand their traditions.
作为外人，他发现很难理解他们的传统。
B2 verb /buːm/

boom

轰鸣
Meaning
to make a loud deep sound; to grow or increase rapidly
Example
The thunder boomed across the sky.
雷声在天空中轰鸣。
B2 adverb /əˈproʊpriətli/

appropriately

恰当地
Meaning
in a way that is suitable or proper for a particular situation
Example
She was dressed appropriately for the event.
她为活动穿着得体。
B2 noun /ˌaɪ.səˈleɪ.ʃən/

Isolation

隔离
Meaning
the process or fact of isolating or being isolated; separation from other people or things
Example
The patient was kept in isolation to prevent the spread of the infectious disease.
病人被隔离，以防止传染病的传播。
B2 noun /saɪˈkɒlədʒɪst/

psychologist

心理学家
Meaning
a person who studies mental processes and behavior
Example
The psychologist helped him cope with his anxiety.
心理学家帮助他应对焦虑。
B2 noun ˈmʌltiˌtɑːskɪŋ

multitasking

多任务处理
Meaning
The performance of more than one task at the same time
Example
Multitasking reduces efficiency.
多任务处理降低了效率。
B2 adjective /ˌɛm.pəˈθɛ.tɪk/

empathetic

富有同理心
Meaning
Showing ability to understand and share feelings of others.
Example
She was empathetic towards her friend's struggles.
她对朋友的挣扎表现出富有同理心。
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 noʊˈbel praɪz

Nobel Prize

诺贝尔奖
Meaning
Any of six international prizes awarded annually for outstanding work in physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, literature, economics, and the promotion of peace.
Example
Nobel Prize recognition evaded Bose's contributions.
诺贝尔奖的认可未能体现博斯的贡献。
B2 adjective + noun ˈædvɜːrs ɪˈfekts

adverse effects

不良影响
Meaning
Negative or harmful impacts that result from an action or condition.
Example
Plastic usage has adverse effects on the environment.
塑料使用对环境产生不良影响。
B2 noun /ˈstɛriəˌtaɪp/

stereotype

刻板印象
Meaning
A widely held but oversimplified and fixed idea of a particular type of person or thing.
Example
It is a stereotype that all gamers are antisocial.
所有玩家都是反社会的，这是一种刻板印象。
B2 adjective /ˌkɑː.di.əʊˈvæs.kjʊ.lər/

cardiovascular

与心脏和血管相关的
Meaning
Relating to the heart and blood vessels.
Example
Regular exercise improves cardiovascular health.
定期锻炼有助于改善心血管健康。
B2 adverb /ˈkɒnsɪkwəntli/

consequently

因此
Meaning
as a result; therefore
Example
He didn’t study, and consequently he failed the exam.
他没有学习，因此他没通过考试。
B2 adjective /ˈfæktʃuəl/

Factual

基于事实的; 真实的
Meaning
based on facts; accurate; true
Example
The report contains only factual information.
报告仅包含事实性的信息。
B2 noun /ˈdɪdʒɪt/

digit

Meaning
a numeral from 0 to 9; also a finger or toe
Example
You must enter a four-digit code to unlock the phone.
B2 noun ˌpʌŋkˈtʃʊəlɪti

punctuality

守时
Meaning
The quality of being on time; the habit of arriving or doing things at the agreed or proper time.
Example
Punctuality is a valued trait in professional settings.
守时是职业环境中一个受重视的品质。
B2 verb /ɪˈreɪs/

erase

擦除
Meaning
to remove completely; to delete or wipe out
Example
Use an eraser to erase the pencil marks.
使用橡皮擦来擦掉铅笔痕迹。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈhɜːrt/

unhurt

毫发无损
Meaning
Not injured or harmed.
Example
She walked away from the accident unhurt.
她在事故中毫发无损。
B2 adjective /ˌɪd.iˈɒt.ɪk/

Idiotic

愚蠢
Meaning
extremely stupid; foolish; senseless
Example
His idiotic behavior embarrassed everyone at the meeting.
他的愚蠢行为让会议上的所有人感到尴尬。
B2 noun /əˈbɔːrʃən/

abortion

Meaning
The deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, usually performed during the first 28 weeks.
Example
The debate about abortion continues to divide public opinion.
B2 verb /əˈweɪt/

await

等待
Meaning
to wait for someone or something; to expect
Example
We await your response with great anticipation.
我们满怀期待地等待你的回应。
B2 adjective dɪsˈrʌp.tɪv

disruptive

破坏性的, 使不稳定的
Meaning
Causing or tending to cause disruption.
Example
Deforestation has a disruptive effect on wildlife.
森林砍伐对野生动物有破坏性影响。
B2 adjective sɪnˈθet̬.ɪk

synthetic

合成的
Meaning
Made by chemical synthesis, especially to imitate a natural product; artificial.
Example
Synthetic chemicals are used in processed foods.
合成化学品被用于加工食品中。
B2 noun /ˌɪnstəˈbɪləti/

instability

不稳定
Meaning
lack of stability or balance; tendency to change, fail, or collapse easily
Example
Political instability has slowed economic growth in the region.
政治不稳定减缓了该地区的经济增长。
B2 noun /diːp ˈkʌlər/

Deep colour

深色
Meaning
a rich, intense, or dark shade of any color
Example
The artist used deep colours to create a dramatic effect.
艺术家使用深色调来创造戏剧性的效果。
B2 adjective /keɪˈɒtɪk/

Chaotic

混乱的; 无秩序的
Meaning
in a state of complete confusion and disorder
Example
The situation became chaotic after the announcement.
情况在公告后变得混乱。
B2 adjective /ˈlætər/

latter

第二个
Meaning
the second of two people or things mentioned
Example
Between tea and coffee, I prefer the latter.
在茶和咖啡之间，我更喜欢第二个。
B2 noun /ˈtʃer.i ˌblɒs.əm/

Cherry Blossom

樱花
Meaning
the pink or white flowers of a cherry tree that bloom in spring
Example
The cherry blossoms bloom beautifully in April.
樱花在四月美丽地绽放。
B2 adjective /dɪˈraɪvd/

derived

衍生的
Meaning
Developed or obtained from something else; not original.
Example
The word is derived from Latin.
这个词来源于拉丁语。
B2 verb ɪnˈfɔːrsɪŋ

enforcing

执行
Meaning
To compel observance of or compliance with a law, rule, or obligation.
Example
Enforcing strict laws is necessary to prevent violations.
执行严格的法律是防止违规的必要条件。
B2 adjective /ˈfɔːlti/

faulty

有缺陷的
Meaning
Having defects or imperfections; not working properly
Example
The device stopped working because it was faulty.
设备停止工作，因为它有缺陷。
B2 adverb /ɪkˈsplɪsɪtli/

explicitly

明确地
Meaning
in a clear and detailed manner, leaving no room for confusion or doubt
Example
The instructions were explicitly written to avoid any confusion.
指示明确地写出来，以避免任何混淆。
B2 adjective /ˈθʌroʊ/

thorough

彻底的, 详尽的
Meaning
complete with regard to every detail; not superficial or partial
Example
The report was thorough and well-researched.
报告很彻底且做了充分的研究。
B2 verb, adjective /ɪˈlæbəreɪt/ (verb), /ɪˈlæbərət/ (adjective)

elaborate

详细说明 / 设计复杂的
Meaning
verb: to explain something in detail; adjective: detailed and complicated in design
Example
She asked him to elaborate on his proposal.
她要求他详细说明他的提议。
B2 adjective /ˈpəʊstwɔːr/

postwar

战后
Meaning
occurring or existing after a war
Example
The postwar period saw significant economic growth.
战后时期见证了显著的经济增长。
B2 noun /ˈfɪŋ.ɡər.prɪnt/

Fingerprint

指纹
Meaning
an impression or mark made on a surface by a person's fingertip; unique identification pattern
Example
The police found his fingerprints on the door handle at the crime scene.
警方在犯罪现场的门把手上找到了他的指纹。
B2 adjective /ˈsɪvɪk/

civic

市民
Meaning
relating to a city, town, or the duties of its citizens
Example
The mayor encouraged people to take part in civic activities.
市长鼓励人们参与市民活动。
B2 verb /ɪmˈbreɪs/

embrace

拥抱
Meaning
to hold someone closely in your arms; to accept willingly
Example
She embraced her friend at the airport.
她在机场拥抱了她的朋友。
B2 noun (plural) /ˈɑːrtɪˌfæks/

artifacts

文物
Meaning
objects made by humans, often of historical or cultural importance
Example
Archaeologists discovered valuable artifacts in the ruins.
考古学家在废墟中发现了宝贵的文物。
B2 noun /ˈlaɪf.taɪm/

lifetime

一生
Meaning
The duration of a person's life or the existence of something.
Example
She achieved more in her lifetime than most people dream of.
她在一生中取得的成就，超出了大多数人的梦想。
B2 noun/verb /ˈbrækɪt/

bracket

金属支架
Meaning
A support attached to a wall for holding something; also, to group things together.
Example
The shelf was held up by a strong metal bracket.
架子被一个强大的金属支架支撑。
B2 noun /prəˈfɪʃənsi/

proficiency

熟练
Meaning
Competency or skill; expertise.
Example
His proficiency in multiple languages is remarkable.
他在多种语言上的熟练度令人印象深刻。
B2 verb /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɪr/

persevere

坚持
Meaning
to continue trying to achieve something despite difficulty or delay
Example
He persevered through many failures before succeeding.
他在许多失败后坚持到底，最终成功了。
B2 adverb /ˌɪndəˈrɛktli/

indirectly

间接地
Meaning
in a way that is not direct; through an intermediate means or influence
Example
The policy affected small businesses indirectly.
该政策间接地影响了小企业。
B2 noun /ˈɡreɪv.jɑːrd/

Graveyard

墓地
Meaning
an area of land set aside for burial of the dead; a cemetery
Example
The old graveyard near the church dates back to the 18th century.
靠近教堂的老墓地可以追溯到18世纪。
B2 noun /ˌkɒnsərˈveɪʃən ˈmuːvmənt/

Conservation Movement

自然保护运动
Meaning
A political, environmental, and social movement that seeks to protect natural resources including plant and animal species as well as their habitat for the future.
Example
The conservation movement began in the 19th century to protect wildlife.
自然保护运动在19世纪开始，旨在保护野生动物。
B2 noun/verb /eɪp/

ape

一种类似猴子的大家伙 / 模仿
Meaning
a large primate similar to a monkey but without a tail; as a verb, to imitate or mimic
Example
Children often ape the behavior of adults.
孩子们经常模仿大人的行为。
B2 noun ɪˈmɪʃ.ən

emission

排放
Meaning
The release or discharge of gases, particles, or other substances into the environment.
Example
Car manufacturers are reducing carbon emissions.
汽车制造商正在减少碳排放。
B2 noun /ˈmɒdjuːl/

module

模块
Meaning
a self-contained unit of a course or system, typically part of a larger whole
Example
The module on machine learning was difficult but informative.
机器学习的模块很难，但很有信息量。
B2 noun /ˈkæməˌflɑːʒ/

camouflage

伪装
Meaning
the act of hiding or disguising something by making it blend with its surroundings
Example
The soldiers used camouflage to hide from the enemy.
士兵们使用伪装来躲避敌人。
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 /ˌθiːəˈrɛtɪkl/

theoretical

理论的
Meaning
Concerned with or based on theory rather than practical application.
Example
The idea remains largely theoretical without real-world evidence.
这个想法在没有实际证据的情况下，仍然主要是理论性的。
B2 verb /sweɪ/

sway

摇摆
Meaning
To move or cause to move slowly or rhythmically back and forth; to influence someone's opinion or decision.
Example
The trees swayed gently in the breeze.
树木在微风中轻轻摇曳。
B2 adjective /ˈpɑːr.ʃəl/

Partial

部分的; 有偏见的;
Meaning
incomplete; showing bias or prejudice
Example
The judge gave a partial decision in favor of the defendant.
法官做出了部分有利于被告的决定。
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 verb /ɪmˈplaɪ/

imply

暗示
Meaning
To suggest something without directly stating it.
Example
Her tone seemed to imply that she was upset.
她的语气似乎暗示她很不高兴。
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 ədˈvɜː.sɪ.ti

adversity

逆境
Meaning
Difficulties; misfortune; a difficult or unpleasant situation.
Example
He remained strong in the face of adversity.
他在逆境中保持坚强。
B2 adverb /rɪˈɡɑrdləs/

regardless

不管
Meaning
without paying attention to the current situation or condition
Example
She will go to the party regardless of the weather.
她将去派对，不管天气如何。
B2 adjective /esˈθet.ɪk/

Aesthetic

审美的
Meaning
Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty.
Example
Good aesthetic design enhances product appeal.
良好的审美设计提升产品吸引力。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈtɜrn/

overturn

推翻 / 取消裁决
Meaning
to turn something upside down or to reverse a decision or judgment
Example
The court decided to overturn the previous ruling.
法院决定推翻先前的裁决。
B2 verb /ˈpɛrɪʃ/

perish

死去
Meaning
To die, especially in a sudden or violent way.
Example
Many soldiers perished in the war.
许多士兵在战争中死去。
B2 noun ˈɡaɪd.laɪnz

guidelines

指南
Meaning
Rules or instructions that are given by an official organization telling you how to do something
Example
Guidelines for AI usage are essential.
AI使用的指南是必要的。
B2 verb /ˈdɛvəˌsteɪt/

devastate

摧毁
Meaning
to cause severe and overwhelming destruction or damage
Example
The hurricane devastated the coastal town.
飓风摧毁了海岸城镇。
B2 noun /ˈwɪzdəm/

Wisdom

智慧; 知识; 判断力
Meaning
the quality of having experience, knowledge, and good judgment; the soundness of an action or decision
Example
Age brings wisdom and experience.
年龄带来智慧和经验。
B2 adjective ˈskɒl.ə.li

scholarly

学术的
Meaning
Having or showing great knowledge or learning; academic in approach or method.
Example
He wrote a scholarly article on ancient philosophy.
他写了一篇关于古代哲学的学术文章。
B2 adjective /prɪˈzentəbl/

Presentable

适合公众展示; 看起来体面
Meaning
neat and suitable for being seen in public; acceptable in appearance
Example
Make sure you look presentable for the job interview.
确保在面试中看起来像个体面的人。
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 /taɪd/

Tide

潮汐
Meaning
the alternate rising and falling of the sea, usually twice in each lunar day, due to the attraction of the moon and sun
Example
The fishermen waited for high tide to launch their boats.
渔民们等待着高潮来启动他们的船。
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 adjective /prəˈdʌk.tɪv/

Productive

高效的
Meaning
efficient; yielding good results; fruitful
Example
Working from home has made me more productive than ever before.
在家工作让我比以往更高效。
B2 noun /ədˈvɛntʃərər/

adventurer

冒险家
Meaning
a person who seeks exciting, risky, or unusual experiences; someone who explores new or unknown places
Example
The adventurer traveled deep into the jungle in search of ancient ruins.
这位冒险家深入丛林寻找古老的遗迹。
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 verb /ɪkˈspoʊz/

expose

揭示
Meaning
to reveal or uncover; to make visible or known
Example
The investigation exposed the truth about the scandal.
调查揭示了丑闻的真相。
B2 adjective /ˈnoʊtəbl/

notable

显著
Meaning
worthy of attention or notice; remarkable
Example
She made a notable contribution to the project.
她对这个项目做出了显著的贡献。
B2 noun ˈæp.ə.taɪt

appetite

食欲
Meaning
A natural desire to satisfy a bodily need, especially for food.
Example
Junk food increases appetite unnaturally.
垃圾食品会不自然地增加食欲。
B2 noun /ˌsoʊsiˈɑːlədʒi/

sociology

社会学
Meaning
the study of society, human relationships, and social institutions
Example
She is studying sociology at university.
她在大学学习社会学。
B2 noun /ˈsliːpər/

sleeper

睡觉的人；意外成功的事物
Meaning
a person or thing that sleeps; something that unexpectedly succeeds
Example
The movie turned out to be a real sleeper hit.
这部电影竟然成为了意外的成功。
B2 noun /ˌfiː.ɑːnˈseɪ/

Fiancee

未婚妻
Meaning
a woman who is engaged to be married
Example
John bought a beautiful engagement ring for his fiancee.
约翰为他的未婚妻买了一枚漂亮的订婚戒指。
B2 adjective dʒəˈnet.ɪk

genetic

遗传的
Meaning
Relating to genes or heredity; concerning the transmission of inherited characteristics.
Example
Genetic traits influence physical characteristics.
遗传特征影响身体特征。
B2 noun /ˈdaʊn.fɔːl/

Downfall

衰退; 失败; 毁灭
Meaning
a loss of power, prosperity, or status; the cause of such a loss
Example
His arrogance and pride led to his eventual downfall in business.
他的傲慢和自豪导致了他在生意中的最终失败。
B2 adjective /bəˈtænɪkəl/

botanical

植物学的
Meaning
relating to plants or plant life
Example
She works at the botanical garden.
她在植物园工作。
B2 noun daɪˈmen.ʃən

dimension

维度
Meaning
An aspect or feature of a situation, problem, or thing; a measurable extent.
Example
Renewable projects add a new dimension to urban planning.
可再生项目为城市规划增添了一个新的维度。
B2 adjective /blænd/

bland

乏味
Meaning
lacking strong features, flavor, or character; dull or uninteresting
Example
The soup was too bland for my taste.
这汤对我的口味太乏味了。
B2 adjective /ˌɪntərˈmiːdiət/

intermediate

中级
Meaning
Coming between two things in time, place, or order; in the middle level or stage.
Example
She is taking an intermediate-level French course.
她正在上一个中级法语课程。