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 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 adjective /ˈtʃaɪld.laɪk/

Childlike

像孩子一样; 天真和信任; 纯净和简单

Meaning

innocent and trusting like a child; having the good qualities of a child; pure and simple

Example

She maintained a childlike wonder about the world around her.

她对周围的世界保持着孩子般的惊奇。

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。

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。

B2 noun /ˈkɑːrɡoʊ/

cargo

货物

Meaning

goods carried by a ship, plane, or other transport

Example

The ship was loaded with valuable cargo.

船上装载了珍贵的货物。

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 kənˈven.ʃən.əl

conventional

传统的

Meaning

Based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed; traditional, standard, customary.

Example

Many farmers still use conventional farming methods.

许多农民仍然使用传统的农业方法。

B2 noun /kɔːrps/

corpse

尸体

Meaning

a dead body, especially of a human

Example

The police discovered a corpse in the abandoned house.

警察在废弃的房子里发现了一具尸体。

B2 verb /ˈtʃɛrɪʃ/

cherish

珍惜

Meaning

To hold something dear, to love and protect, or to keep a hope or memory alive.

Example

She cherishes the memories of her childhood home.

她珍惜她童年的家园的回忆。

B2 adjective /kəmˈpɛlɪŋ/

compelling

引人注目的

Meaning

Evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerful way.

Example

She gave a compelling speech about climate change.

她就气候变化发表了引人注目的演讲。

B2 adjective /ˈkʌltʃəd/

cultured

有文化的

Meaning

characterized by refined taste, manners, and education

Example

She is a cultured woman who loves art and literature.

她是一个有文化的女人，喜欢艺术和文学。

B2 noun /ˈkɒn.trɪ.bjʊ.tər/

contributor

贡献者

Meaning

a person who gives something to help achieve a result

Example

He was a regular contributor to the local newspaper.

他是当地报纸的常驻贡献者。

B2 adjective /ˈkɔːstli/

costly

昂贵

Meaning

expensive or causing a lot of money, time, or effort

Example

Their mistake proved to be very costly for the company.

他们的错误证明对公司来说是非常昂贵的。

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 /kəˈlɪʒ.ən/

Collision

碰撞; 冲突

Meaning

an instance of one moving object hitting violently against another; a conflict of opposing ideas or interests

Example

The collision between two cars caused a major traffic jam.

两辆车之间的碰撞造成了严重的交通堵塞。

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 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 noun /tʃʌŋk/

chunk

块 / 大块

Meaning

a thick or solid piece of something

Example

She cut the cake into large chunks.

她把蛋糕切成大块。

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 adjective /ˈkɒmɪkəl/

comical

滑稽

Meaning

Funny in a strange or silly way; amusing.

Example

His comical expressions made everyone laugh.

他滑稽的表情让所有人都笑了。

B2 noun /koʊl/

coal

煤炭

Meaning

a black or dark brown rock used as fuel, formed from decomposed plant matter

Example

The factory still uses coal as its main source of energy.

工厂仍然将煤炭作为其主要的能源来源。

B2 noun /kɒk/

Cock

公鸡

Meaning

an adult male chicken

Example

The cock crowed loudly at dawn to wake everyone up.

公鸡在黎明时分大声啼叫，唤醒了所有人。

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 adjective /kənˈvɜːrtəbl/

convertible

敞篷车, 有可折叠车顶的汽车

Meaning

able to be changed into a different form or use; also a car with a roof that can be folded down

Example

She drove her new convertible along the coastal road.

她开着她的新敞篷车沿着海岸公路行驶。

B2 adjective /kəmˈpʌlsəri/

compulsory

强制性

Meaning

Required by law or a rule; obligatory.

Example

Wearing seat belts is compulsory in most countries.

在大多数国家，佩戴安全带是强制性的。

B2 noun /ˈkɔːtruːm/

courtroom

Meaning

a room in which legal cases are heard and decided by a judge

Example

The witness was called to testify in the courtroom.

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 verb /kənˈsoʊl/

console

安慰

Meaning

to comfort someone who is sad or disappointed; to provide solace

Example

She tried to console her friend after the loss.

她试图在失落后安慰她的朋友。

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 /ˈkænən/

Cannon

大炮

Meaning

large heavy gun that fires cannonballs or shells

Example

The castle was defended by several large cannons.

城堡由几门大加农炮保卫。

B2 adjective /ˌkɒmplɪˈmɛntəri/

complementary

互补的

Meaning

combining in such a way as to enhance or emphasize the qualities of each other

Example

The two partners have complementary skills.

这两个伙伴有互补的技能。

B2 adjective /kəmˈpækt/

Compact

紧凑; 小巧且高效设计

Meaning

closely and neatly packed together; small and efficiently designed

Example

She bought a compact car that fits easily in small parking spaces.

她买了一辆紧凑型汽车，轻松停入小停车位。

B2 adjective /ˈkaʊntləs/

countless

数不胜数

Meaning

too many to be counted; innumerable

Example

There are countless stars in the sky.

天上有数不清的星星。

B2 adjective /kəmˈpærətɪv/

Comparative

比较的

Meaning

involving comparison between two or more things; relative

Example

The study showed comparative results between different teaching methods.

研究显示了不同教学方法之间的比较结果。

B2 noun /ˌkɔːriˈændər/

Coriander

香菜

Meaning

aromatic herb with feathery leaves used for flavoring food; also refers to the seeds used as spice

Example

Fresh coriander leaves are sprinkled on top of the curry.

新鲜的香菜叶撒在咖喱上。

B2 noun /ˌklærɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

clarification

澄清

Meaning

The action of making a statement or situation less confused and more clearly comprehensible.

Example

The manager requested clarification on the project details.

经理要求对项目细节进行澄清。

B2 noun /kɔːrd/

cord

绳子

Meaning

a long, thin, flexible string or rope

Example

He tied the package with a strong cord.

他用一根强绳子绑住了包裹。

B2 adjective /kəˈmɛndəbl̩/

commendable

值得称赞的

Meaning

deserving praise or approval

Example

Her dedication to the project was truly commendable.

她对项目的奉献精神真的值得称赞。

B2 noun ˌkɒn.fɪ.den.ʃiˈæl.ɪ.ti

confidentiality

保密性

Meaning

The state of keeping or being kept secret or private

Example

Confidentiality is crucial in data security.

保密性对数据安全至关重要。

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 noun /kənˈdʌktər/

conductor

指挥 / 导电材料

Meaning

a person who directs a performance or someone who collects fares on public transport; or a material that conducts electricity

Example

The conductor waved his baton to start the orchestra.

指挥挥动他的指挥棒开始了乐团的演奏。

B2 adjective /kəʊˈhɪə.rənt/

coherent

连贯

Meaning

Logical and consistent; forming a unified whole; clear and easy to understand.

Example

His speech was clear and coherent.

他的演讲清晰且连贯。

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 noun /kəˈkeɪn/

cocaine

可卡因 (毒品)

Meaning

a powerful and addictive illegal drug made from coca leaves

Example

He was arrested for possessing cocaine.

他因拥有可卡因而被逮捕。

B2 noun /ˈkɒmənˌteɪtər/

commentator

解说员

Meaning

a person who reports and discusses events, especially on TV or radio

Example

The commentator described the football match in detail.

解说员详细描述了足球比赛。

B2 verb/noun /ˈsɛnsər/

censor

审查

Meaning

to suppress or remove parts of books, films, or information considered offensive or harmful; a person who does this

Example

The government tried to censor the controversial film.

政府试图审查那部有争议的电影。

B2 adverb /kənˈsɪdərəbli/

Considerably

显著地；相当大地

Meaning

to a notably large degree; significantly; substantially

Example

The price has increased considerably over the past year.

过去一年价格显著上涨。

B2 noun ˈkɔːrəl ˈriːfs

Coral Reefs

珊瑚礁

Meaning

Underwater structures made from calcium carbonate secreted by corals, forming diverse marine ecosystems.

Example

Saint Martin's Island is known for its coral reefs.

圣马丁岛以其珊瑚礁而闻名。

B2 verb /kəˈrɛspɒnd/

correspond

通信

Meaning

to communicate by exchanging letters or messages

Example

I correspond regularly with my old friends.

我与我的老朋友定期通信。

B2 noun /kənˈsɛʃən/

concession

让步

Meaning

something that is granted, especially in response to demands; a compromise

Example

The company made several concessions during the negotiations.

公司在谈判中做出了几次让步。

B2 noun /ˈkrɪstəl/

crystal

水晶

Meaning

a clear, transparent mineral or glass that forms a solid structure with regular patterns

Example

She wore a necklace made of sparkling crystal.

她戴着一条闪闪发光的水晶项链。

B2 verb /koʊˈɔːrdɪˌneɪt/

coordinate

协调

Meaning

to organize people or things so that they work together effectively

Example

We need to coordinate our efforts to finish the project on time.

我们需要协调我们的努力，以便按时完成项目。

B2 adjective ˌkɒn.trəˈvɜː.ʃəl

controversial

有争议的

Meaning

Giving rise to public disagreement or heated discussion.

Example

The policy remains controversial.

该政策仍然存在争议。

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 /kənˈstreɪnt/

constraint

限制

Meaning

a limitation or restriction

Example

Time is the biggest constraint in completing the project.

时间是完成项目的最大限制。

B2 noun /ˈkænvəs/

canvas

Meaning

A strong, coarse cloth used for tents, sails, or painting.

Example

The artist prepared a canvas for his new painting.

B2 noun ˈkɑː.bən

carbon

碳

Meaning

The chemical element of atomic number 6, occurring as diamond, graphite, and charcoal.

Example

Carbon emissions must be controlled.

碳排放必须得到控制。

B2 noun ˈkɛmɪkəl weɪst

chemical waste

化学废料

Meaning

Waste material from industrial or laboratory processes that contains harmful chemicals.

Example

Chemical waste pollutes water bodies.

化学废料污染水体。

B2 verb /kənˈtæmɪneɪt/

contaminate

Meaning

To make something impure, dirty, or harmful by contact with a poisonous or polluting substance.

Example

The river was contaminated by industrial waste.

B2 noun /ˈklɪərəns/

clearance

许可 / 批准

Meaning

official permission or authorization; the removal of something unwanted; the distance between two objects

Example

The pilot received clearance to land the plane.

飞行员获得了着陆许可。

B2 noun /kəˈroʊnə/

corona

一种类似于冠状的结构；也指太阳的外层大气

Meaning

a crown or crown-like structure; also refers to the outer atmosphere of the sun

Example

The sun's corona was visible during the total solar eclipse.

太阳的日冕在一次全日蚀时可见。

B2 noun /ˈkoʊ.brə/

Cobra

眼镜蛇

Meaning

a venomous snake with a hood that can be spread when threatened

Example

The cobra raised its hood and hissed at the intruder.

眼镜蛇抬起了它的帽子，对入侵者发出了嘶嘶声。

B2 adjective/verb /kəˈrʌpt/

corrupt

腐败

Meaning

dishonest or morally wrong; to make something impure or evil

Example

The politician was accused of corrupt practices.

这位政治家因腐败行为被指控。

B2 noun /kəˈlɛstərɒl/

cholesterol

胆固醇

Meaning

a fatty substance found in the blood, high levels of which can cause health problems

Example

High cholesterol can increase the risk of heart disease.

高胆固醇可能增加患心脏病的风险。

B2 adverb /kənˈtɪnjuəli/

Continually

持续地; 一再

Meaning

without stopping; repeatedly

Example

She continually checked her phone for messages.

她不断检查她的手机是否有新消息。

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 noun /ˌkɑː.bəʊˈhaɪ.dreɪts/

carbohydrates

碳水化合物

Meaning

Organic compounds consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, serving as a primary source of energy for the body.

Example

Whole grains are a great source of healthy carbohydrates.

全谷物是健康碳水化合物的极佳来源。

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 noun /ˈkʌmbæk/

comeback

东山再起

Meaning

A return to a former status or success after a period of decline.

Example

The singer made a remarkable comeback after years of silence.

歌手在沉默多年后取得了显著的东山再起。

B2 verb kənˈdem

condemn

谴责

Meaning

To express complete disapproval of; to censure.

Example

The leaders condemned the actions as inhumane.

领导人谴责这些行为是非人道的。

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。

B2 noun /ˌkɒndɛnˈseɪʃən/

condensation

冷凝

Meaning

The process of water vapor changing into liquid; also, the act of making something more concise.

Example

Condensation formed on the windows during the cold night.

在寒冷的夜晚，窗户上形成了冷凝。

B2 noun/adjective /ˈkæpɪtəlɪst/

capitalist

Meaning

a person who supports or believes in capitalism; a wealthy business owner

Example

The capitalist believes in the freedom of the market.

B2 noun /kɔːrd/

chord

和弦

Meaning

A group of musical notes played or sung together; also a straight line segment joining two points on a curve.

Example

She strummed a simple chord on the guitar.

她在吉他上弹奏了一个简单的和弦。

B2 verb /kənˈsɒl.ɪ.deɪt/

consolidate

合并

Meaning

To combine things in order to make them more effective or easier to handle.

Example

The company aims to consolidate its market position.

公司旨在巩固其市场地位。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsələr/

councillor

议员

Meaning

an elected member of a local council who helps make decisions and represent the community

Example

The councillor spoke to residents about improving local roads.

议员与居民讨论了当地道路问题。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsɪlər/

councilor

议员

Meaning

an elected member of a council, especially a local government body

Example

The councilor held a public meeting to discuss local issues.

议员召开了一个公共会议，讨论地方问题。

B2 noun /ˈsɜːr.tən.ti/

Certainty

确定性

Meaning

firm conviction that something is the case; the quality of being reliably true

Example

We can say with certainty that the project will be completed on time.

我们可以确定地说，项目将按时完成。

B2 noun /ˈsɛmɪˌtɛri/

cemetery

墓地

Meaning

a place where dead people are buried

Example

The old cemetery is located at the edge of the village.

古老的墓地位于村庄的边缘。

B2 adjective ˈkʌl.ɪ.nər.i

culinary

烹饪的

Meaning

Related to cooking or the preparation of food, especially in a sophisticated or professional manner.

Example

Culinary advancements enhance the dining experience.

烹饪的进步提升了用餐体验。

B2 noun /ˈkɑː.bən ˈfʊt.prɪnt/

carbon footprint

碳足迹

Meaning

The amount of carbon dioxide and other carbon compounds emitted due to the consumption of fossil fuels by a particular person, group, etc.

Example

Reducing carbon footprint is essential for combating climate change.

减少碳足迹对抗气候变化至关重要。

B2 verb /ˈkɑːŋkər/

conquer

征服

Meaning

to overcome and take control of; to defeat in war; to master or overcome

Example

The army managed to conquer the enemy territory.

军队成功征服了敌人的领土。

B2 noun /ˈkɑn.ʃəns/

Conscience

良心, 道德, 内心的声音

Meaning

an inner feeling or voice viewed as acting as a guide to the rightness or wrongness of one's behavior

Example

His conscience prevented him from lying to his parents about his grades.

他的良心阻止他对父母撒谎，关于他的成绩。

B2 noun kəˈmɪʃ.ən

commission

委员会

Meaning

An official group of people entrusted by a government with a particular function.

Example

The commission recommends constitutional reforms.

委员会建议进行宪法改革。

B2 adjective /ˌkɒn.fɪˈden.ʃəl/

Confidential

机密; 私人; 应保持秘密的

Meaning

secret; private; intended to be kept secret

Example

Please keep this information confidential.

请保持这些信息的机密性。

B2 verb /klɪŋ/

cling

幸福

Meaning

to hold on tightly to someone or something

Example

The child clung to his mother in fear.

她在收到奖项时，无法掩饰自己的幸福。

B2 adjective /ˌkrɒnəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

chronological

按时间顺序

Meaning

Arranged in the order in which events happened.

Example

The events were listed in chronological order.

这些事件按时间顺序列出。

B2 adjective /ˈklʌm.zi/

clumsy

笨拙的

Meaning

awkward in movement or lacking skill

Example

He is so clumsy that he drops things all the time.

他这么笨，总是把东西掉下来。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.səl.ɪŋ/

counselling

心理咨询

Meaning

the process of giving professional guidance and support to help someone deal with personal, social, psychological, or career-related problems

Example

She decided to seek counselling to manage stress and anxiety.

她决定通过心理咨询来缓解压力。

B2 noun ˌkɒn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən

constitution

宪法

Meaning

A body of fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state is governed.

Example

Constitutional reforms ensure equity.

宪法改革确保公平。

B2 noun /kæf/

Calf

小牛

Meaning

a young cow or bull; young of various large mammals

Example

The calf stayed close to its mother.

小牛靠近它的母亲。

B2 verb /ˌkoʊ.ɪnˈsaɪd/

coincide

同时发生

Meaning

To occur at the same time or to be in agreement.

Example

The meeting coincided with her birthday.

会议与她的生日重合。

B2 adjective /ˈklɪn.ɪ.kəl/

clinical

临床的

Meaning

Related to the observation and treatment of patients rather than theoretical study.

Example

The doctor conducted a clinical examination.

医生进行了临床检查。

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 adjective /kənˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/

Conditional

有条件的; 依赖于条件

Meaning

dependent on certain conditions; not absolute

Example

The job offer is conditional upon passing the background check.

工作机会取决于通过背景调查。

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 verb /klæʃ/

clash

碰撞

Meaning

to come into conflict or collision with something or someone.

Example

The two cars clashed in the intersection.

两辆车在交叉路口发生了碰撞。

B2 noun /ˈkæbɪnət/

Cabinet

橱柜

Meaning

a piece of furniture with doors and shelves used for storage

Example

The kitchen cabinet is full of dishes and utensils.

厨房的橱柜里满是盘子和餐具。

B2 noun /kɜːrl/

Curl

卷发; 螺旋形状

Meaning

a piece of hair that curves or coils; something with a spiral or curved shape

Example

She had beautiful natural curls that framed her face perfectly.

她有美丽的自然卷发，完美地框住了她的脸。

B2 verb /ˈkɒnstɪtjuːt/

constitute

构成

Meaning

To make up, form, or establish something.

Example

These documents constitute the legal agreement between the two parties.

这些文件构成了两方之间的法律协议。

B2 noun /ˈklʌstər/

cluster

串

Meaning

a group of similar things or people positioned close together

Example

The grapes grew in a tight cluster.

葡萄在一个紧密的串中生长。

B2 noun /kaʊtʃ/

Couch

沙发

Meaning

a long upholstered seat for more than one person, typically with a back and arms

Example

The family gathered on the couch to watch a movie.

全家人坐在沙发上看电影。

B2 adjective /kəmˈpoʊzd/

composed

冷静

Meaning

calm and in control of oneself; made up of or formed from

Example

He remained composed even under pressure.

他在压力下依然保持冷静。

B2 noun/verb /kəˈmjuː.tɪŋ/

commuting

每日通勤

Meaning

Regular travel to and from workplace, daily journey for work.

Example

He spends two hours commuting to work every day.

他每天花两个小时通勤去上班。

B2 noun /ˌkɑm.pənˈseɪ.ʃən/

Compensation

补偿; 赔偿

Meaning

something given or received as an equivalent for services, debt, loss, injury, or suffering; payment or reward

Example

The company provided financial compensation to the workers injured in the accident.

公司向在事故中受伤的工人提供了经济补偿。

B2 noun /kəʊˌɔːdɪˈneɪʃən/

coordination

协调

Meaning

the process of organizing different elements to work together effectively

Example

The coordination between the teams was flawless.

团队之间的协调无可挑剔。

B2 verb /kənˈstreɪn/

constrain

限制

Meaning

to limit or restrict someone or something; to force or compel

Example

The new regulations constrain businesses from polluting the environment.

新规定限制企业不允许污染环境。

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 adjective ˌkæt.əˈstrɑː.fɪk

catastrophic

灾难性的, 毁灭性的

Meaning

Involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering.

Example

Climate change has catastrophic consequences.

气候变化带来了灾难性的后果。

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 /kloʊv/

Clove

丁香

Meaning

aromatic flower buds of a tree in the family Myrtaceae, used as a spice

Example

She added a few cloves to the mulled wine for extra flavor.

她在热红酒中加入了一些丁香，以增加风味。

B2 adjective ˌkɒntrəˈdɪktəri

contradictory

矛盾的

Meaning

Mutually opposed or inconsistent; containing elements that oppose each other.

Example

Their views on education are contradictory.

他们关于教育的观点是矛盾的。

B2 noun /kwɪˈziːn/

cuisine

美食

Meaning

A style or method of cooking, especially characteristic of a particular country or region.

Example

Italian cuisine is famous all over the world.

意大利美食在全世界都很有名。

B2 noun /kəmˈpoʊnənt/

component

组件

Meaning

a part or element of a larger whole, especially a machine or system

Example

The engine is the most important component of the car.

引擎是汽车最重要的组件。

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 verb /kənˈvɜːs/

converse

交谈

Meaning

to have a conversation; to talk together

Example

They conversed about literature for hours.

他们谈了几个小时关于文学。

B2 noun /kəˈmɪʃənər/

commissioner

专员

Meaning

an official in charge of a particular department or area

Example

The police commissioner addressed the media about the incident.

警察专员向媒体介绍了事件。

B2 adjective kəˈləʊ.ni.əl

colonial

殖民的

Meaning

Relating to or characteristic of a colony or colonialism, especially involving the control of one country by another.

Example

Colonial rule suppressed local governance.

殖民统治压制了当地的政府。

B2 verb /kənˈsiːv/

conceive

构思, 怀孕

Meaning

to form or imagine an idea in the mind; to become pregnant

Example

It is hard to conceive how such an idea could succeed.

很难想象这样的想法如何能够成功。

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。