B2 noun /kənˈsʌmp.ʃən/

Consumption

消费

Meaning

The using up of a resource or the amount of a product consumed by consumers.

Example

High energy consumption leads to increased electricity bills.

高能耗导致电费增加。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈiːvən/

Uneven

不平; 粗糙

Meaning

not level or smooth; not regular or consistent

Example

The road was uneven and full of potholes.

那条路不平，充满了坑洞。

B2 noun /ˈtæksˌpeɪər/

taxpayer

纳税人

Meaning

a person who pays tax to the government

Example

The taxpayers' money is used to fund public services.

纳税人的钱被用于资助公共服务。

B2 noun prɒsˈpɛr.ɪ.ti

prosperity

繁荣

Meaning

The state of being prosperous; success or wealth.

Example

The country achieved great prosperity during the last decade.

这个国家在过去十年中取得了巨大的繁荣。

B2 adjective /rɪˈlaɪ.ənt/

reliant

依赖的

Meaning

depending on someone or something for support

Example

The country is too reliant on imported goods.

这个国家过于依赖进口商品。

B2 verb /ˈtɛmpər/

temper

调和

Meaning

to moderate, soften, or tone down something; also to strengthen by heat treatment (as in metal).

Example

She tried to temper her criticism with kindness.

她试图用善意来缓和她的批评。

B2 noun /saɪˈkɒlədʒi/

psychology

心理学

Meaning

the scientific study of the mind and behavior

Example

Psychology helps us understand how people think and act.

心理学帮助我们理解人们如何思考和行动。

B2 adjective + noun əˈdæptɪv ˈfiːtʃərz

adaptive features

适应性特征

Meaning

Characteristics that help organisms adjust to their environment

Example

Plants' adaptive features help them grow in winter.

植物的适应性特征帮助它们在冬季生长。

B2 verb /draʊn/

drown

溺水

Meaning

to die or cause to die by being submerged in and inhaling water

Example

He nearly drowned while swimming in the river.

他在河里游泳时差点淹死。

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 /əˈstrɒlədʒi/

astrology

占星术

Meaning

the study of the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs

Example

She studied astrology to understand her future.

她学习占星术来了解她的未来。

B2 adjective /ˈaʊtˌɡoʊɪŋ/

outgoing

外向

Meaning

Friendly and sociable; inclined to mix with others.

Example

He is an outgoing person who loves meeting new people.

他是一个外向的人，喜欢结识新朋友。

B2 noun /tekˈnɒl.ə.dʒɪ.kəl ədˈvɑːns.mənt/

technological advancement

技术进步

Meaning

Progress or improvement in technology that leads to better solutions or capabilities.

Example

Technological advancement is revolutionizing healthcare.

技术进步正在革命化医疗保健。

B2 verb /ɪˈkwɪp/

equip

装备

Meaning

to provide someone or something with the necessary items or skills for a task

Example

The school equipped its students with modern technology.

学校为学生配备了现代科技。

B2 noun /ˈwel.wɪʃ.ər/

Well-wisher

祝愿者

Meaning

a person who desires happiness or success for another

Example

Many well-wishers came to congratulate her on her graduation.

许多祝愿者来祝贺她毕业。

B2 adjective /ˈluː.nər/

Lunar

月球的

Meaning

relating to the moon; of or concerning the moon

Example

The lunar eclipse was visible last night.

月食昨晚可见。

B2 verb /dɪˈraɪv/

derive

派生

Meaning

To obtain something from a source.

Example

Many English words derive from Latin.

许多英语词汇源自拉丁语。

B2 noun /eɪk/

Ache

疼痛

Meaning

a continuous or prolonged dull pain in a part of one's body

Example

He had a terrible headache after working late.

他在工作到很晚后感到剧烈的头痛。

B2 noun /ˈsɜr.neɪm/

Surname

姓氏

Meaning

a hereditary name common to all members of a family; family name

Example

Please write your first name and surname on the form.

请在表格上写下您的名字和姓氏。

B2 adjective /æʃ ˈkʌl.ər/

Ash-colour

灰色

Meaning

a grayish color resembling ash

Example

The old building had ash-colour walls that needed painting.

这座旧建筑有灰色的墙壁，需要重新粉刷。

B2 noun /ˈhɑːrd.ʃɪp/

Hardship

困境，痛苦

Meaning

severe suffering or privation; difficulty or distress

Example

Despite facing many hardships during the war, the family remained united and hopeful.

尽管在战争期间经历了许多困难，家庭依然保持团结和希望。

B2 noun /ʃɪt/

shit

屎

Meaning

a vulgar term for feces or excrement

Example

The dog made a mess by leaving its shit on the floor.

狗在地板上留下了它的屎，弄得一团糟。

B2 noun /ˈɪmɪɡrənt/

immigrant

移民

Meaning

a person who comes to live permanently in a foreign country

Example

The city has welcomed many new immigrants this year.

今年这座城市接纳了许多新的移民。

B2 noun /ˌprɒsɪˈkjuːʃən/

prosecution

起诉

Meaning

The act of bringing a criminal charge against someone and pursuing legal action in court.

Example

The prosecution presented strong evidence against the defendant.

起诉方提出了有力的证据反对被告。

B2 noun /ˈsoʊlər ɪˈklɪps/

Solar eclipse

日全食

Meaning

an eclipse in which the sun is obscured by the moon passing between it and the earth

Example

The solar eclipse will be visible from our city next month.

下个月我们城市将能看到日全食。

B2 noun ˈdʒes.tʃərz

gestures

手势

Meaning

Body movements, especially of hands, face, or body when speaking.

Example

Effective gestures add emphasis to a speech.

有效的手势为演讲增添了强调。

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 verb /reɪp/

rape

强奸

Meaning

to force someone to have sexual intercourse without their consent

Example

The law strictly punishes those who commit rape.

法律严惩那些犯强奸罪的人。

B2 verb, noun /sniːz/

sneeze

打喷嚏

Meaning

to expel air involuntarily from the nose and mouth due to irritation; the act of sneezing

Example

I had to sneeze during the meeting.

我在会议中不得不打喷嚏。

B2 noun ˈæsɪd reɪn

acid rain

酸雨

Meaning

Rainfall made acidic by atmospheric pollution, especially from industrial emissions.

Example

Acid rain damages crops and buildings.

酸雨损害农作物和建筑物。

B2 noun /soʊl/

Sole

脚底; 鞋底

Meaning

the bottom part of the foot; the bottom part of a shoe

Example

I have a blister on the sole of my foot.

我的脚底有个水泡。

B2 noun /ˌsɪm.ɪˈlær.ə.ti/

Similarity

相似性; 类似性

Meaning

the quality or state of being similar; resemblance

Example

There is a striking similarity between the two paintings.

这两幅画之间有惊人的相似性。

B2 verb /ˈskrɪbəl/

scribble

乱涂乱画

Meaning

to write or draw carelessly or quickly

Example

The child scribbled all over the wall.

孩子在墙上乱涂乱画。

B2 adverb /rɪˈpɔːtɪdli/

reportedly

据报道

Meaning

according to what is said or believed, although not confirmed

Example

The company has reportedly agreed to the new terms.

公司 reportedly 已同意新的条款。

B2 noun /ˈbɛərɪŋ/

bearing

举止 / 姿态

Meaning

a person's way of standing or moving; relevance or connection to something

Example

Her calm bearing impressed everyone in the room.

她平静的姿态给房间里的每个人留下了深刻印象。

B2 adverb /kənˈtɪnjuəsli/

Continuously

连续不断地; 持续; 不间断

Meaning

without interruption; in an unbroken sequence

Example

The machine operates continuously for 24 hours.

机器持续运行24小时。

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 noun /ˈpaɪ.rət/

Pirate

海盗

Meaning

a person who attacks and robs ships at sea; someone who uses or reproduces copyrighted material illegally

Example

The pirate ship was spotted near the coast.

海盗船在海岸附近被发现。

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 noun fəˈnɒm.ɪ.nə

phenomena

现象

Meaning

Facts or situations that are observed to exist or happen, especially ones whose cause or explanation is in question.

Example

Phenomena like floods disrupt agricultural systems.

像洪水这样的现象扰乱了农业系统。

B2 noun/verb /ˈbʌfər/

buffer

缓冲器 / 吸收冲击

Meaning

Something that lessens or absorbs the impact of a shock; to act as a protective barrier.

Example

The organization acts as a buffer between workers and management.

该组织在工人和管理层之间充当缓冲区。

B2 verb /ɪˈvæljueɪt/

evaluate

评估

Meaning

To assess or judge the value, quality, or significance of something.

Example

The teacher will evaluate the students’ projects tomorrow.

老师明天将评估学生的项目。

B2 adjective /ˈmɪnɪməm/

minimum

最小值

Meaning

The least or smallest amount or quantity possible, attained, or required.

Example

This year saw a minimum unemployment rate.

今年的失业率达到了最低点。

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 noun /ˌdel.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

delegation

代表团

Meaning

A group of people chosen to represent others in negotiations or discussions.

Example

The delegation presented their country's agenda.

代表团提出了他们国家的议程。

B2 noun /ˈlen.tɪl/

Lentil

小扁豆

Meaning

a high-protein pulse which is dried and then soaked and cooked prior to eating

Example

She cooked red lentils for dinner tonight.

她今晚做了红扁豆作为晚餐。

B2 noun /ˈæstərɔɪd/

asteroid

小行星

Meaning

A small rocky body orbiting the sun, mostly found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.

Example

The asteroid belt lies between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter.

小行星带位于火星和木星的轨道之间。

B2 noun /ˈkwɔː.tərz/

Quarters

宿舍; 兵营; 军事住房

Meaning

living accommodation; lodgings; military housing

Example

The soldiers returned to their quarters after the training exercise.

士兵们在训练后返回了他们的宿舍。

B2 adjective /ʌnˌkənˈfɜːmd/

Unconfirmed

未确认; 未验证;

Meaning

not confirmed as true or definite; not verified or substantiated

Example

The report remains unconfirmed until we receive official verification.

报告在我们收到官方验证之前保持未确认状态。

B2 adjective /ˈʃeɪ.di/

Shady

有阴影的; 可疑的; 不诚实的;

Meaning

providing shade; dishonest; suspicious

Example

The shady businessman made a suspicious deal.

那个有阴影的商人做了一笔可疑的交易。

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 /rɪˈzɜːv/

reserve

预定

Meaning

to keep something for future use; to book in advance

Example

I want to reserve a table for dinner.

我想为晚餐预订一张桌子。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈwaɪz/

unwise

不明智

Meaning

Showing poor judgment; not sensible or prudent.

Example

It would be unwise to invest all your money in one company.

把所有的钱都投入一家公司的做法不明智。

B2 noun /pərˈspek.tɪv/

Perspective

视角

Meaning

a particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view; the art of representing three-dimensional objects

Example

From his perspective, the decision was completely wrong.

从他的角度看，这个决定完全错误。

B2 noun /ˌaʊtˈsaɪdə(r)/

outsider

局外人

Meaning

a person who is not accepted as a member of a particular group or community

Example

As a new student, she often felt like an outsider at school.

作为新生，她常常觉得自己在学校是个局外人。

B2 adjective /steɪl/

Stale

陈旧的; 过时的; 不新鲜的

Meaning

no longer fresh; lacking originality or novelty

Example

The bread became stale after sitting out for three days.

面包放了三天后变得陈旧。

B2 adverb /ˈtʃiːfli/

chiefly

主要

Meaning

mainly; primarily

Example

The festival is celebrated chiefly by young people.

这个节日主要由年轻人庆祝。

B2 adjective /əˈfektɪd/

Affected

受影响的；被触动的

Meaning

influenced; impacted; touched by something

Example

The flood-affected areas need immediate assistance.

受洪水影响的地区需要立即的援助。

B2 noun /ˈbækɪŋ/

Backing

支持

Meaning

help or support; financial or material support

Example

The project received backing from several major investors.

该项目获得了多个主要投资者的支持。

B2 verb /ˈtrænsplænt/

transplant

移植

Meaning

to move something, especially a plant or organ, from one place to another

Example

The doctors transplanted a kidney into the patient.

医生给病人移植了一个肾脏。

B2 noun /kɜːrv/

Curve

曲线; 转弯

Meaning

a line or outline that gradually deviates from being straight; a bend or turn in a road or path

Example

The driver slowed down as he approached the sharp curve in the mountain road.

当司机接近山路中的急转弯时，他减慢了速度。

B2 adverb /ˈmɒdərətli/

moderately

适度地

Meaning

to a reasonable extent, not excessively

Example

She exercises moderately to stay healthy.

她适度地锻炼以保持健康。

B2 noun /dɪˈtɜːrdʒənt/

detergent

洗涤剂

Meaning

a substance used for cleaning, especially for washing clothes and dishes

Example

She bought a new brand of detergent for laundry.

她为洗衣服买了一个新的洗涤剂品牌。

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 noun /haɪˈdreɪʃən/

hydration

将足够的液体提供给身体组织的过程。

Meaning

The process of providing an adequate amount of liquid to bodily tissues.

Example

Proper hydration is essential for maintaining body functions.

适当的水合作用对于维持身体功能至关重要。

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。

B2 phrase ˈɡləʊ.bəl ˌkəʊ.ɒp.əˈreɪ.ʃən

global cooperation

全球合作

Meaning

International collaboration and working together across countries to address common challenges and goals.

Example

Global cooperation is essential to address climate challenges.

全球合作对于解决气候问题至关重要。

B2 verb /dɪˈstrækt/

distract

分心

Meaning

to take someone's attention away from what they are doing or focusing on

Example

The loud noise distracted her during the exam.

大声噪音让她在考试中分心。

B2 noun ˈsʌbˌaɪtəlz

subtitles

字幕

Meaning

Captions displayed at the bottom of a movie or television screen that translate or transcribe the dialogue or narrative.

Example

Use subtitles for better understanding.

使用字幕以更好地理解。

B2 noun /əˈsaɪləm/

asylum

庇护所

Meaning

Protection or shelter, especially given to refugees or the mentally ill.

Example

The refugees sought asylum in the neighboring country.

难民在邻国寻求庇护。

B2 noun /kənˌtɪn.juˈeɪ.ʃən/

continuation

延续

Meaning

the action of carrying something on over time; extension

Example

The continuation of the series was announced after the finale.

系列的延续在结局后宣布。

B2 noun /ʌnˈrest/

Unrest

不安；动荡；社会或政治动乱

Meaning

a state of dissatisfaction and disturbance; social or political disorder

Example

The economic crisis led to widespread social unrest.

经济危机导致了广泛的社会不安。

B2 verb /dɪsˈkloʊz/

disclose

披露

Meaning

to reveal or make information known; to expose

Example

The company must disclose all financial information.

公司必须披露所有的财务信息。

B2 noun, adjective /ˈkɒrəl/

coral

珊瑚

Meaning

a hard, rock-like marine organism formed by tiny sea animals; a pinkish-orange color resembling coral

Example

The coral in the reef provides shelter for many sea creatures.

珊瑚礁中的珊瑚为许多海洋生物提供庇护。

B2 noun hɛdʒ

hedge

对冲策略

Meaning

A way of protecting oneself against financial loss or other adverse circumstances.

Example

Investors use hedging strategies to protect against market volatility.

投资者使用对冲策略来保护自己免受市场波动的影响。

B2 noun ˈmɒnjʊmənt

monument

纪念碑

Meaning

A statue, building, or other structure erected to commemorate a notable person or event.

Example

A monument should honor his contributions.

纪念碑应该纪念他的贡献。

B2 noun /dɪsˈtrɛs/

distress

痛苦

Meaning

extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

Example

He felt a deep sense of distress when he heard the bad news.

当他听到坏消息时，他感到深深的痛苦。

B2 adverb /ðɛrˈæftər/

thereafter

从那时起

Meaning

from that time on

Example

He moved to Canada and thereafter started a new life.

他搬到了加拿大，之后开始了新生活。

B2 adjective /ˈpleɪfəl/

playful

顽皮的, 活泼的

Meaning

full of fun and high spirits; lively

Example

The puppy was very playful, running around the garden.

小狗很顽皮，在花园里跑来跑去。

B2 adjective, verb (past) /səˈspɛndɪd/

suspended

暂停

Meaning

Temporarily not allowed, stopped, or hanging.

Example

He was suspended from school for a week.

他因为一周被暂停上学。

B2 verb /ɪnˈroʊl/

enrol

报名

Meaning

To officially register or sign up for a course, program, or membership

Example

She decided to enrol in a language course to improve her skills.

她决定报名参加一门语言课程以提高她的技能。

B2 verb /ˈnæreɪt/

narrate

叙述

Meaning

To tell a story or describe events, often in detail.

Example

She will narrate the events of her journey to the audience.

她将向观众叙述她旅途中的事件。

B2 noun /ˌɒpəˈzɪʃən/

opposition

反对

Meaning

the action of opposing or resisting something

Example

The opposition to the new law was strong.

对新法律的反对很强烈。

B2 verb /ˈvælɪdeɪt/

validate

验证

Meaning

To check or prove the accuracy, truth, or legality of something.

Example

The scientist worked hard to validate the experiment's results.

科学家努力验证实验结果。

B2 noun breɪn ˈtreɪ.nɪŋ

brain-training

大脑训练

Meaning

Mental exercises designed to improve cognitive functions, memory retention, and overall brain performance.

Example

Regular brain-training can improve memory retention.

定期的大脑训练可以提高记忆力。

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 noun /ˌænθrəˈpɒlədʒi/

anthropology

人类学

Meaning

the scientific study of humans, their societies, cultures, and development

Example

She decided to major in anthropology at university.

她决定在大学主修人类学。

B2 adjective /ˈtʃær.ɪ.tə.bəl/

Charitable

慈善的; 慷慨的; 仁慈的

Meaning

generous in giving to those in need; showing kindness

Example

She is known for her charitable work in the community.

她因在社区的慈善工作而闻名。

B2 noun /ˈlaɪv.stɒk/

livestock

家畜

Meaning

farm animals such as cattle, sheep, and pigs that are kept for use or profit

Example

The farmer raised livestock to supply meat and milk for the market.

农民饲养家畜，以供应市场的肉类和牛奶。

B2 adjective /ˈfraɪtfəl/

frightful

可怕的

Meaning

causing fear or horror; very unpleasant

Example

The hikers faced frightful weather conditions on the mountain.

登山者面临着山中可怕的天气条件。

B2 verb /twiːk/

tweak

微调

Meaning

to make small adjustments; to fine-tune something

Example

We need to tweak the design slightly.

我们需要稍微调整设计。

B2 noun ˈæt.rɪ.bjuːt

attribute

属性

Meaning

A quality or feature regarded as a characteristic or inherent part of someone or something.

Example

An important attribute of wood is its flexibility.

木材的一个重要属性是它的灵活性。

B2 adjective /ˈhɑːrti/

Hearty

热情友好; 丰富而滋养

Meaning

enthusiastic and friendly; substantial and nourishing

Example

He gave us a hearty welcome when we arrived at his home.

当我们到达他家时，他给了我们热情的欢迎。

B2 noun /ˈsʌb.sɪ.di/

subsidy

补贴

Meaning

Financial assistance provided by government to reduce costs of goods or services.

Example

The government provides a fuel subsidy to control prices.

政府提供燃料补贴以控制价格。

B2 adjective /ɪkˈstræv.ə.ɡənt/

Extravagant

奢华

Meaning

spending much more than is necessary; wasteful; lacking restraint in spending

Example

His extravagant lifestyle included expensive cars and luxury vacations.

他奢华的生活方式包括昂贵的汽车和奢华的度假。

B2 noun/verb rɪˈfɔːm

reform

改革

Meaning

Make changes in (something, typically a social, political, or economic institution or practice) in order to improve it.

Example

Reform in the education system was a priority.

教育系统的改革是优先事项。

B2 noun ɔːˈɡæn.ɪk fuːdz

organic foods

有机食品

Meaning

Food produced without the use of chemicals such as artificial pesticides, fertilizers, or other artificial agents.

Example

Organic foods are healthier than processed foods.

有机食品比加工食品更健康。

B2 noun /ˈbɒt.əl.nek/

bottleneck

瓶颈

Meaning

Narrow path or obstruction, a place or situation where flow becomes slow.

Example

The narrow bridge is a major bottleneck during rush hour.

窄桥在高峰期间是一个瓶颈。

B2 noun /krɪˈeɪtə/

creator

创始人

Meaning

a person who brings something into existence

Example

He is the creator of many successful startups.

他是许多成功初创公司的创始人。

B2 adjective /ˈædvɜːrs/

Adverse

不利的; 负面的; 有害的

Meaning

harmful; unfavorable; opposing; negative

Example

The adverse weather conditions forced them to cancel the event.

恶劣的天气条件迫使他们取消了活动。

B2 noun səbˈstænʃəl ˈɪmpækt

substantial impact

重大影响

Meaning

A significant, considerable, and meaningful effect or influence.

Example

Substantial impact is possible even with a few hours of volunteering.

即使是几个小时的志愿者工作，也能产生重大影响。

B2 noun /dɪsˈɡreɪs/

Disgrace

耻辱; 丢脸; 恥辱

Meaning

loss of reputation or respect as the result of a dishonorable action; a shameful situation

Example

His arrest brought disgrace upon his entire family and reputation.

他的逮捕给他的整个家庭和声誉带来了耻辱。

B2 noun /ˌsuːpərɪnˈtɛndənt/

superintendent

管理员

Meaning

a person who oversees, manages, or directs an organization, building, or project

Example

The superintendent visited the classrooms to check on progress.

管理员访问了教室以检查进展。

B2 adjective /ˌsʌp.lɪˈmen.tər.i/

Supplementary

补充的; 附加的; 额外的

Meaning

completing or making an addition to something; additional; extra

Example

Students need to buy supplementary books for the course.

学生需要为课程购买补充书籍。

B2 noun /raɪˈnɒs.ər.əs/

Rhinoceros

犀牛

Meaning

a large, heavy animal with thick skin and one or two horns on its nose

Example

The rhinoceros charged through the grassland.

犀牛冲过草原。

B2 noun /ˈwɪlɪŋnəs/

willingness

意愿

Meaning

the quality of being prepared or ready to do something

Example

Her willingness to help others made her very popular.

她愿意帮助他人的态度使她变得非常受欢迎。

B2 adjective /ˌhaɪ ˈtɛk/

high-tech

高科技

Meaning

using or involving advanced technology.

Example

The company produces high-tech medical devices.

该公司生产高科技医疗设备。

B2 adjective /ˌfɔːrθˈkʌmɪŋ/

forthcoming

即将到来

Meaning

about to happen soon; willing to share information

Example

The company announced its forthcoming product launch.

公司宣布了即将到来的产品发布。

B2 adjective /ˌsen.tɪˈmen.təl/

Sentimental

多愁善感的

Meaning

having tender feelings; being emotional about memories or experiences

Example

She became sentimental when looking at old family photographs.

她看着旧的家庭照片时变得多愁善感。

B2 noun /ˈpælət/

palette

调色板

Meaning

a thin board or surface on which an artist sets and mixes colors; also a range of colors used in art or design

Example

The artist mixed vibrant shades on her palette before starting the painting.

艺术家在开始画画之前，在她的调色板上混合了鲜艳的色调。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnkənˈviːniənt/

Inconvenient

不便的; 难堪的; 麻烦的

Meaning

causing trouble, difficulties, or discomfort; awkward; troublesome

Example

The broken elevator made it inconvenient to reach the top floor.

坏掉的电梯使得到达顶楼变得不方便。

B2 noun /hʌt/

hut

小屋

Meaning

a small simple shelter or house

Example

They lived in a small wooden hut near the river.

他们住在靠近河流的一个小木屋里。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsəlɪŋ/

counseling

咨询

Meaning

professional guidance or therapy to help resolve personal or psychological problems

Example

She decided to go for counseling after feeling stressed for months.

在感到几个月的压力后，她决定去咨询。

B2 noun /njuːˈtrɪʃ.ən/

nutrition

营养

Meaning

The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.

Example

Good nutrition is vital for a healthy life.

良好的营养对健康生活至关重要。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈækjərət/

Inaccurate

不正确; 错误的; 错误的

Meaning

not correct; containing errors; wrong

Example

The weather forecast was inaccurate yesterday.

昨天的天气预报不准确。

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 adjective /ˈslɒp.i/

Sloppy

马虎的; 脏的; 不经心做的

Meaning

careless; messy; done without care or attention to detail

Example

His sloppy handwriting was difficult to read.

他的潦草字迹很难读。

B2 adjective /ˈtʌtʃ.ɪŋ/

Touching

感人的; 情感的

Meaning

causing feelings of sympathy or emotion; moving

Example

The touching story brought tears to everyone's eyes.

感人的故事让每个人的眼里都充满了泪水。

B2 noun /kəˈtæstrəfi/

catastrophe

灾难

Meaning

A sudden and widespread disaster or misfortune.

Example

The earthquake was a catastrophe for the entire region.

地震对整个地区来说是一次灾难。

B2 adjective /mɪˈsteɪkən/

mistaken

错误的

Meaning

wrong or incorrect because of an error in judgment or understanding

Example

I was mistaken about the meeting time.

我对会议时间判断错了。

B2 verb /ˈɡʌvərn/

govern

治理

Meaning

to control and direct the public policy and affairs of a state, organization, or people

Example

The president governs the country wisely.

总统明智地治理国家。