A2 verb /kənˈsɪdər/

consider

考虑

Meaning

to think carefully about something, especially before making a decision

Example

She is considering studying abroad next year.

她正在考虑明年出国留学。

C1 verb /kənˈtɛkstʃuəlaɪz/

contextualize

使……有背景

Meaning

to place something in a context or interpret it in relation to its surroundings

Example

The teacher contextualized the historical event to make it more relevant for students.

老师将历史事件置于背景中，以使其对学生更加相关。

B1 noun/adjective /ˌkærəktəˈrɪstɪk/

characteristic

特征

Meaning

A distinguishing quality or feature of a person, place, or thing.

Example

Kindness is a characteristic of true leadership.

善良是一个真正领导力的特征。

C2 noun /ˈklaɪ.mɪŋ læŋ læŋ/

Climbing lang lang

攀爬植物兰兰

Meaning

a climbing plant with fragrant flowers native to tropical regions

Example

The climbing lang lang vine produces beautiful fragrant flowers.

攀爬植物兰兰藤本会产生美丽的芳香花朵。

C1 noun ˈklaɪmət ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən

climate regulation

气候调节

Meaning

The moderation of climate conditions through natural or artificial processes.

Example

Forests help in climate regulation by stabilizing local temperatures.

森林通过稳定当地的温度来帮助气候调节。

B2 verb /ˈkɒnvɪkt/

convict

判决

Meaning

to find someone guilty of a crime in a court of law

Example

The court convicted him of theft.

法院判定他偷窃有罪。

B1 noun /ˈsɜːrkəmstæns/

circumstance

情况

Meaning

a fact or condition connected with an event or action

Example

She handled the difficult circumstances bravely.

她勇敢地应对了困难的情况。

C2 noun /kɔːrˈteɪʒ/

cortege

葬礼队伍

Meaning

a solemn procession, especially for a funeral

Example

A cortege of mourners followed the hearse to the cemetery.

一队哀悼的人跟随灵车到墓地。

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。

C1 noun/adjective /klɛft/

cleft

裂缝

Meaning

a split or crack; a space or opening made by cleavage

Example

The goat disappeared into a cleft in the rocks.

山羊消失在岩石中的裂缝里。

B2 adjective /kənˈtɛmpərɛri/

contemporary

当代的, 现代的

Meaning

belonging to the same time period; modern

Example

She enjoys contemporary art exhibitions.

她喜欢现代艺术展览。

C2 noun /kəmˈpɛndiəm/

compendium

汇编

Meaning

A collection of concise but detailed information about a subject.

Example

The book is a compendium of ancient myths and legends.

这本书是关于古代神话和传说的汇编。

B2 noun /kənˈtroʊlər/

controller

控制器

Meaning

a person or device that manages, directs, or regulates something

Example

The game controller made it easy to play the video game.

游戏控制器让玩视频游戏变得更容易。

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。

B1 noun /ˈsɪtɪzən/

citizen

公民

Meaning

a legally recognized subject or national of a state

Example

Every citizen has the right to vote.

每个公民都有投票权。

C2 noun /ˌkɒntrəpəˈzɪʃən/

contraposition

对立面

Meaning

the act of placing two things in opposition for contrast or comparison

Example

The contraposition of the two theories highlighted their differences.

两种理论的对立面突出了它们的差异。

B1 verb /kəmˈpiːt/

compete

竞争

Meaning

to try to win or be more successful than others in a contest or activity

Example

Several companies compete for dominance in the market.

多家公司为市场主导地位而竞赛。

B1 adverb /ˈkɒmənli/

commonly

通常

Meaning

usually or by most people

Example

This phrase is commonly used in everyday speech.

这个短语通常在日常语言中使用。

A2 noun ˌkɒmpəˈtɪʃən

competition

竞争

Meaning

The activity or condition of competing; rivalry for supremacy.

Example

Competition grew between language groups.

竞争在语言群体之间加剧。

C1 noun /ˈtʃɪz.əl/

Chisel

凿子

Meaning

a tool with a sharp flat edge used for cutting or shaping wood, stone, or metal

Example

The carpenter used a chisel to carve the wood.

木匠用凿子雕刻木头。

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。

C2 verb /kənˈvoʊk/

convoke

召集

Meaning

to call together or summon a meeting or assembly

Example

The committee convoked an emergency session to discuss the crisis.

委员会召集了紧急会议讨论危机。

C2 noun /ˈkɔːldrən/

caldron

大铁锅

Meaning

A large metal pot used for boiling liquids or cooking over an open fire.

Example

The witch stirred her potion in a bubbling caldron.

女巫在一个冒泡的锅里搅拌她的药水。

C2 verb /koʊˈhɪr/

cohere

结合

Meaning

To stick together; to be united logically or physically.

Example

The ideas in his essay cohere well.

他文章中的观点很好地结合在一起。

A1 noun /ˈkʌn.tri/

country

国家

Meaning

a nation with its own government and borders

Example

Bangladesh is a beautiful country with rich culture.

孟加拉国是一个拥有丰富文化的美丽国家。

B1 noun /tʃɑːrt/

chart

图表

Meaning

a sheet of information in the form of a table, graph, or diagram

Example

The teacher used a chart to explain the statistics.

老师用图表来解释统计数据。

C1 adjective /kəmˈplaɪənt/

compliant

顺从

Meaning

Willing to agree with or follow rules, requests, or demands.

Example

She was compliant with all the safety requirements.

她遵守了所有安全要求。

C2 verb /kənˈvɑːlv/

convolve

一起缠绕或扭曲;缠绕或交织

Meaning

to roll or twist together; to coil or entwine

Example

The vines convolve around the tree trunk.

藤蔓缠绕在树干周围。

B2 adjective /ˈtʃuːzi/

choosy

挑剔

Meaning

very careful in choosing; selective

Example

She is very choosy about the clothes she wears.

她对她穿的衣服非常挑剔。

B1 noun /kəmˈpær.ɪ.sən/

Comparison

比较

Meaning

the act of examining the similarities and differences between two or more things

Example

The teacher made a comparison between the two poems to show their different styles.

老师通过比较两首诗的不同风格来展示它们的差异。

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。

C1 noun sɜːrˈkeɪdiən ˈrɪðəm

circadian rhythm

生物钟

Meaning

The body's natural sleep-wake cycle that occurs within 24 hours

Example

Exposure to natural light regulates the circadian rhythm.

暴露在自然光下会调节生物钟。

B2 noun/adjective /kənˈstɪtʃuənt/

constituent

成分 / 选民

Meaning

Noun: A member of a constituency or an essential part of something. Adjective: Being a necessary part of a whole.

Example

The senator met with his constituents to discuss local issues.

参议员与他的选民会面，讨论当地问题。

A2 noun /kəˈlek.ʃən/

Collection

收藏；合集；档案

Meaning

a group of objects gathered together; the action or process of collecting

Example

She has an impressive collection of vintage books in her library.

她在她的图书馆里有一部令人印象深刻的古籍收藏。

A2 noun /ˈtʃer.i/

Cherry

樱桃

Meaning

a small round red or black fruit with a hard seed inside

Example

She picked fresh cherries from the tree in her garden.

她从花园的树上摘下了新鲜的樱桃。

B2 noun kəmˈpet.ɪ.tɪv.nəs

competitiveness

竞争力

Meaning

The quality of being as good as or better than others of a comparable nature; the ability to compete successfully.

Example

Competitiveness is vital for economic sustainability.

竞争力对经济可持续性至关重要。

B2 verb /ˈsɜːrkjəˌleɪt/

circulate

循环, 流通

Meaning

to move continuously or freely through a closed system or area

Example

Air circulated freely in the open hall.

空气在开放的大厅自由流通。

B1 noun /ˈkɒkˌteɪl/

cocktail

鸡尾酒

Meaning

a mixed drink typically containing alcohol and other ingredients.

Example

She ordered a cocktail at the bar.

她在酒吧点了一杯鸡尾酒。

Meaning

to arrange or organize into categories or groups

Example

The librarian classified the books by subject.

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 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。

C1 noun /kʌˈstoʊ.di.ən/

Custodian

看门人; 守护者; 管理员

Meaning

a person who has responsibility for or looks after something; a caretaker or guardian

Example

The school custodian ensures that all buildings are clean and secure.

学校管理员确保所有建筑物干净和安全。

B1 noun /keɪv/

Cave

洞穴; 空洞;

Meaning

a large underground chamber in a hill or cliff; a hollow space in rock

Example

The explorers discovered ancient paintings on the cave walls.

探险者在洞穴的墙壁上发现了古老的画作。

B2 adjective /kənˈsɜːvətɪv/

conservative

保守的

Meaning

Favoring traditional views and values; resistant to change.

Example

He has conservative views on family and society.

他对家庭和社会持有保守的看法。

C1 phrase ˌkæt.əˈɡɒr.ɪ.kəl.i rɪˈfjuː.tɪd

categorically refuted

完全驳回

Meaning

Completely and absolutely denied or disproved.

Example

The claims were categorically refuted by officials.

这些主张完全被官方驳回。

C2 verb /kəˈmɪz.ə.reɪt/

commiserate

为某人的不幸表示同情或怜悯

Meaning

To express sympathy or compassion for someone's misfortune.

Example

She called her friend to commiserate after his loss.

她给朋友打电话，表示同情，因为他失去了亲人。

C2 noun /koʊˈæɡjələnt/

coagulant

凝血剂

Meaning

a substance that causes blood or another liquid to clot

Example

The doctor applied a coagulant to stop the bleeding quickly.

医生使用了凝血剂来迅速止血。

B1 noun /ˈklaɪ.mət/

climate

气候

Meaning

The weather conditions prevailing in an area in general.

Example

Climate change impacts all regions globally.

气候变化影响全球所有地区。

B2 noun /ˌkɒrəˈspɒndənt/

correspondent

记者

Meaning

A journalist who reports news from a particular place or on a particular subject.

Example

The foreign correspondent reported live from Paris.

外国记者从巴黎进行现场直播报道。

B1 noun ˈkɒnsept

concept

概念

Meaning

An abstract idea or general notion

Example

The concept of chasing two rabbits teaches focus.

追逐两只兔子的概念教会了我们专注。

C1 noun /krʌtʃ/

crutch

拐杖, 支撑

Meaning

a support used by someone injured to walk; also something relied upon for support or help

Example

He had to use crutches after breaking his leg.

他在摔断腿后不得不用拐杖。

C1 noun /klaʊt/

clout

影响力

Meaning

influence or power, especially in politics or business

Example

The businessman has a lot of political clout.

这位商人有很大的政治影响力。

C1 verb /kənˈdəʊn/

condone

宽容

Meaning

To accept or allow behavior that is morally wrong or offensive.

Example

The manager refused to condone harassment in the workplace.

经理拒绝在工作场所宽容骚扰。

A2 verb /kræʃ/

crash

幸福

Meaning

To collide violently; to suddenly stop working (for machines or computers).

Example

The car crashed into the wall at high speed.

她在获得奖项时无法掩饰自己的幸福。

B2 noun ˈkrɪt.ɪ.kəl ˈθɪŋ.kɪŋ

critical thinking

批判性思维

Meaning

The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment.

Example

Critical thinking helps in making informed decisions.

批判性思维有助于做出明智的决定。

C2 noun ˌkɒdʒɪˈteɪʃən

cogitation

沉思, 思考

Meaning

The action of thinking deeply about something; contemplation

Example

After much cogitation, he made the final decision.

经过深思熟虑后，他做出了最终决定。

C2 noun /kənˈtɔːrʃənz/

contortions

扭曲的复数形式; 多个弯曲或扭曲的形状

Meaning

plural form of contortion; multiple twisted or bent shapes

Example

The magician's contortions left the crowd in awe.

魔术师的扭曲让观众惊叹不已。

A1 modal verb /kʊd/

could

可以

Meaning

Used to indicate possibility, ability, or permission in the past or as a polite suggestion.

Example

He could swim when he was a child.

他小时候可以游泳。

C1 noun ˈkætəlɪst

catalyst

催化剂

Meaning

A person or thing that precipitates an event or change.

Example

His speech acted as a catalyst for change in the community.

他的演讲成为了社区变化的催化剂。

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。

A2 noun /klɔːθ/

Cloth

布料

Meaning

woven or felted fabric made from wool, cotton, or a similar fiber

Example

The tailor cut the cloth into precise pieces.

裁缝把布料剪成精确的片段。

A1 noun /kæn/

Can

罐头

Meaning

a metal container for food or drink

Example

I opened a can of soup for lunch.

我打开了一个午餐用的汤罐头。

B2 verb /saɪt/

cite

引用

Meaning

to quote; to mention as an example or proof

Example

The lawyer cites relevant case law.

律师引用相关案例法。

C2 verb /ˈtʃeɪfɪŋ/

chafing

摩擦引起疼痛

Meaning

To make sore by rubbing; to become irritated.

Example

The rough shoes were chafing his heels.

粗糙的鞋子擦痛了他的脚跟。

A2 noun/verb /ˈsaɪkl/

cycle

自行车 / 循环

Meaning

a series of events that repeat in the same order; or to ride a bicycle

Example

She cycles to school every day.

她每天骑自行车去学校。

C2 verb /kædʒ/

cadge

乞讨

Meaning

To beg or obtain something, especially food or money, without paying for it.

Example

He tried to cadge a free meal from the restaurant.

他试图从餐厅要一顿免费的饭。

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 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。

C1 noun /kræɡ/

crag

陡峭的悬崖或岩石面

Meaning

a steep or rugged cliff or rock face

Example

The hikers climbed the jagged crag to reach the summit.

远足者攀登陡峭的岩石面到达山顶。

C1 adjective /kɜːrt/

curt

简短

Meaning

Rudely brief in speech or manner.

Example

His curt reply made everyone uncomfortable.

他的简短回答让每个人都感到不舒服。

C1 noun /ˈsɪstərn/

cistern

蓄水池

Meaning

A tank or container for storing water, usually for household use.

Example

The old house still had a cistern to collect rainwater.

这座老房子仍然有一个蓄水池来收集雨水。

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。

C1 noun /ˈtʃæs.tɪ.ti/

Chastity

贞洁; 处女; 节制;

Meaning

the practice of refraining from extramarital or premarital sexual relations; sexual purity

Example

Many religious traditions value chastity as a virtue of moral purity.

许多宗教传统把贞洁看作是一种道德纯洁的美德。

C2 noun /ʃɪˈfɒn/

chiffon

雪纺

Meaning

A lightweight, sheer fabric often used in dresses or scarves.

Example

She wore a beautiful chiffon dress at the party.

她在派对上穿了一件美丽的雪纺裙子。

C2 verb /ˈkælsɪfaɪ/

calcify

通过钙盐沉积变硬

Meaning

To harden by deposition of calcium salts; to become rigid or inflexible.

Example

Over time, the tissue began to calcify and lose flexibility.

随着时间的推移，组织开始钙化并失去柔韧性。

C2 noun /ˌkɒnsæŋˈɡwɪnɪti/

consanguinity

血缘关系

Meaning

The fact of being descended from the same ancestor; blood relationship.

Example

The degree of consanguinity was important in inheritance laws.

继承法中，血缘关系的程度至关重要。

B1 adjective /ˈtʃælɪndʒɪŋ/

challenging

具有挑战性的

Meaning

difficult in a way that tests one's abilities

Example

The mountain climb was challenging but rewarding.

爬山是具有挑战性的，但也是有回报的。

C1 noun /kliːˈʃeɪ/

cliche

陈词滥调

Meaning

An overused expression or idea that has lost its originality or impact.

Example

The speech was filled with old clichés that failed to inspire the audience.

演讲中充满了老套的陈词滥调，未能激发观众的兴趣。

C2 verb /kəˈnaɪv/

connive

秘密参与不当行为

Meaning

to secretly allow or be involved in a wrongdoing

Example

The manager connived with the supplier to cheat the company.

经理与供应商合谋欺骗公司。

B1 noun ˌkɒn.səˈveɪ.ʃən

conservation

保护

Meaning

The protection of plants and animals, natural areas, and interesting and important structures and buildings, especially from the damaging effects of human activity.

Example

Conservation of forests is crucial for climate stability.

森林保护对气候稳定至关重要。

A2 noun, adjective /ˈkrɪstʃən/

christian

基督徒

Meaning

a person who follows the religion based on the teachings of Jesus Christ

Example

She is a devoted Christian who attends church every Sunday.

她是一个虔诚的基督徒，每个星期天都会去教堂。

A2 adverb /kəmˈpliːtli/

completely

完全地

Meaning

totally; in every way possible

Example

The room was completely silent.

房间完全安静。

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 /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 noun /ˌkɔr.əˈspɑn.dəns/

Correspondence

通信；相似或等价；通过交换信件进行的沟通

Meaning

letters sent or received; similarity or equivalence; communication by exchange of letters

Example

The historical correspondence between the two famous writers was recently published.

两位著名作家之间的历史通信最近已发布。

C1 verb /kənˈspaɪər/

conspire

密谋

Meaning

to secretly plan with others to do something harmful or illegal

Example

They conspired to overthrow the government.

他们密谋推翻政府。

A2 noun /ˈkændl/

candle

蜡烛

Meaning

a stick of wax with a wick that burns to give light

Example

She lit a candle during the power cut.

在停电时她点燃了一根蜡烛。

C1 noun kəˈmɛns.mənt

commencement

开始

Meaning

The beginning of something; a ceremony at which degrees or diplomas are conferred on graduating students.

Example

The commencement ceremony marked the start of a new journey.

开始仪式标志着新旅程的开始。

B2 noun ˌkɒm.prɪˈhɛn.ʃən

comprehension

理解

Meaning

The ability to understand something; understanding or grasp of knowledge.

Example

Reading improves vocabulary and comprehension skills.

阅读提高词汇量和理解能力。

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。

C2 noun /ˈkɒrənɛt/

coronet

小王冠

Meaning

a small crown, especially one worn by a prince, princess, or noble

Example

She wore a delicate coronet on her head for the ceremony.

她为仪式戴上了一顶精致的小王冠。

A2 verb /ˈkɑːpi/

copy

复制

Meaning

to make an identical reproduction of something

Example

Please copy this document for the meeting.

请为会议复制此文档。

B2 noun ˈsɜːrkjələr ɪˈkɒnəmi

circular economy

循环经济

Meaning

An economic system aimed at eliminating waste and the continual use of resources through reuse, sharing, repair, refurbishment, remanufacturing and recycling.

Example

Adopting a circular economy can reduce waste.

采用循环经济可以减少废物。

C2 adjective /krʌˈsteɪʃəs/

crustaceous

有硬壳的

Meaning

relating to or having a hard shell like a crustacean

Example

The scientist studied the crustaceous fossils.

科学家研究了有硬壳的化石。

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。

B1 noun /sɛl/

cell

细胞 / 单元格

Meaning

a small basic unit of life; or a small enclosed space like a prison room

Example

The prisoner was locked in a small cell.

囚犯被锁在一个小牢房里。

B2 noun /kəmˈpɑːrt.mənt/

Compartment

车厢

Meaning

a separate section or division of a larger space, especially in a train

Example

We found seats in the first-class compartment.

我们在头等舱车厢找到了座位。

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。

C1 adjective /ˈkɔːrəl/

choral

与合唱团相关

Meaning

Relating to, written for, or performed by a choir or chorus.

Example

The church hosted a choral performance on Sunday.

教堂在周日举办了合唱表演。

B1 adjective kənˈsɪs.tənt

consistent

一致的

Meaning

Acting or done in the same way over time, especially so as to be fair or accurate.

Example

Consistent performance leads to success.

持续的表现导致成功。

B1 noun /kriˈeɪ.ʃən/

Creation

创作; 作品

Meaning

the action or process of bringing something into existence; something that has been made or invented

Example

The artist's latest creation was displayed at the modern art gallery.

这位艺术家的最新创作被展示在现代艺术画廊。

C1 verb /ˈkrɪstəlaɪz/

crystallize

结晶

Meaning

to form crystals; to make an idea or plan clear and definite

Example

Her vague thoughts began to crystallize into a solid plan.

她模糊的思绪开始在一个明确的计划中结晶。

C1 noun /ˈkaʊn.tər kleɪm/

counter-claim

反诉

Meaning

a claim made to rebut a previous claim, often in legal contexts

Example

The defendant filed a counter-claim against the plaintiff.

被告对原告提起了反诉。

A2 noun /tʃɜːrtʃ/

church

教堂

Meaning

a building used for public Christian worship

Example

The old church in the village was built in the 18th century.

村里的古老教堂建于18世纪。

A1 adjective /kuːl/

cool

冷静, 凉爽, 印象深刻

Meaning

moderately cold; calm and composed; fashionable or impressive

Example

She kept a cool head during the crisis.

她在危机中保持冷静。

C1 noun /ʃæˈtoʊ/

chateau

法国庄园

Meaning

a large French country house or castle

Example

They stayed in a beautiful chateau in France.

他们住在法国的一座美丽的城堡里。

B2 noun /ˈkænjən/

canyon

峡谷

Meaning

A deep gorge, typically one with a river flowing through it.

Example

The Colorado River carved the Grand Canyon over millions of years.

科罗拉多河在数百万年间雕刻了大峡谷。

C1 noun /ˈkæzəm/

chasm

裂缝 / 巨大差异

Meaning

a deep fissure in the earth's surface or a wide difference between people or ideas

Example

There was a great chasm between the two political parties.

两个政党之间有一个巨大的裂缝。

C1 noun /kənˈstɪtʃuənsi/

constituency

选区

Meaning

A geographical area whose residents elect a representative to a legislative body.

Example

She campaigned tirelessly across her constituency.

她在自己的选区内不知疲倦地竞选。

C1 adjective /kənˈstreɪnd/

constrained

受限的, 强迫的

Meaning

appearing forced, unnatural, or restricted

Example

He gave a constrained smile during the awkward meeting.

在尴尬的会议中，他露出了强迫的微笑。

合作

Meaning

To work jointly with others, especially in an intellectual endeavor; cooperate.

Example

Volunteers often collaborate with local organizations.

志愿者经常与当地组织合作。