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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 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 /dʒet/

Jet

喷气式飞机
Meaning
a rapid stream of liquid, gas, or flame; an aircraft powered by jet engines
Example
The jet took off smoothly and reached cruising altitude quickly.
这架喷气机平稳起飞，迅速达到了巡航高度。
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 verb /ɪnˈveɪd/

invade

入侵
Meaning
to enter a place or country forcefully, especially as an enemy
Example
The army invaded the neighboring country.
军队入侵了邻国。
B2 noun /hɪˈstɔːriən/

historian

历史学家
Meaning
a person who studies or writes about history
Example
The historian gave a lecture on ancient civilizations.
历史学家讲授了一堂关于古代文明的讲座。
B2 noun, verb /ˈdɪskɔːrs/

discourse

讲座, 辩论
Meaning
Written or spoken communication or debate.
Example
The professor gave a discourse on ancient philosophy.
教授进行了关于古代哲学的讲座。
B2 noun /buːˈtiːk/

boutique

时尚店
Meaning
a small shop that sells fashionable clothes or accessories
Example
She bought a beautiful dress from a boutique downtown.
她在市中心的时尚店里买了一件漂亮的裙子。
B2 noun, verb /skruː/

screw

带螺旋的金属紧固件；用螺丝把东西固定或拧紧
Meaning
a metal fastener with a helical ridge; to fasten or tighten something with a screw
Example
He screwed the shelf to the wall tightly.
他把架子牢牢地固定在墙上。
B2 noun /ˈspaɪs bɒks/

Spice box

香料盒
Meaning
a container used to store various spices and seasonings
Example
She opened the spice box to find cumin for her curry.
她打开香料盒，找到了她咖喱所需的孜然。
B2 noun /ˈaɪkɒn/

icon

图标, 象征
Meaning
A person or thing regarded as a symbol of something, or a graphic symbol on a screen.
Example
The singer became a cultural icon.
这位歌手成为了文化图标。
B2 adjective /ˈtʃʌbi/

chubby

圆润
Meaning
slightly fat in a way that looks healthy and pleasant
Example
The baby has chubby cheeks.
宝宝有圆润的脸颊。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈlɪmɪtɪd/

unlimited

无限
Meaning
without any limits or restrictions
Example
The internet plan offers unlimited data for the whole month.
该互联网计划提供整个一个月的无限数据。
B2 noun /fɜːr/

Fur

毛发
Meaning
thick hair covering the body of animals
Example
The cat's fur was soft and warm to touch.
猫的毛发触感柔软而温暖。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈkwɒl.ɪ.faɪd/

Unqualified

不合格的; 无资格的;
Meaning
not having the necessary skills or qualifications; complete or absolute
Example
He was unqualified for the engineering position due to lack of experience.
他因缺乏经验而不适合这个工程职位。
B2 adjective /ˈstʌdid/

studied

深思熟虑
Meaning
carefully considered, deliberate, or planned
Example
Her response was calm and studied, not impulsive.
她的回答冷静而深思熟虑，非冲动。
B2 noun /ˈtes.tɪ.moʊ.ni/

Testimony

证词; 证据
Meaning
a formal written or spoken statement given in a court of law; evidence or proof
Example
The witness gave compelling testimony during the trial.
证人在审判过程中提供了令人信服的证词。
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 adjective /slaɪ/

sly

狡猾 / 机智
Meaning
Clever in a deceitful or cunning way.
Example
She gave him a sly smile.
她给了他一个狡猾的微笑。
B2 noun /ˈmɑːrdʒɪn/

Margin

边缘; 边际
Meaning
The edge or border of something; an amount allowed beyond what is needed
Example
Please write your notes in the margin of the page.
请在页面的边缘写下你的笔记。
B2 adjective /ˌsɪstəˈmætɪk/

systematic

系统的
Meaning
Done or acting according to a fixed plan or system; methodical.
Example
The company took a systematic approach to solving the issue.
公司采取了系统的方法来解决问题。
B2 adjective /ˈfʌŋkʃənl/

functional

功能性
Meaning
designed to be practical and useful, rather than just decorative
Example
The design of the chair is simple but highly functional.
椅子的设计简单，但非常实用。
B2 verb /rɪˈvaɪv/

revive

复苏
Meaning
To bring back to life, consciousness, or activity.
Example
The paramedics managed to revive the unconscious man.
急救员成功让昏迷的男子复苏。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈtʃeɪndʒəbəl/

Unchangeable

不可改变的; 固定的;
Meaning
not able to be changed or altered; fixed and permanent
Example
The laws of physics are unchangeable principles that govern the universe.
物理法则是不变的原则，支配着宇宙。
B2 adjective ɪnˈev.ɪ.tə.bəl

inevitable

不可避免的
Meaning
Certain to happen; unavoidable.
Example
Death is an inevitable part of life.
死亡是生命中不可避免的一部分。
B2 adjective /dɪˈstɪŋkt/

Distinct

独特的; 独一无二的; 清晰的; 可识别的
Meaning
separate and different; clear and recognizable; unique
Example
Each painting has its own distinct style and character.
每幅画都有自己独特的风格和特点。
B2 noun /rɪˈsɪp.i.ənt/

Recipient

接收者
Meaning
a person who receives something
Example
She was the recipient of the prestigious award.
她是这个著名奖项的接收者。
B2 noun /ˈbev.ər.ɪdʒ/

Beverage

饮料
Meaning
a drink, especially one other than water
Example
Would you like a hot or cold beverage with your meal?
你想要和你的餐一起喝热的还是冷的饮料？
B2 noun /ˈfreɪ.ɡrəns/

Fragrance

香气; 香水
Meaning
a pleasant, sweet smell; a perfume or cologne
Example
The fragrance of jasmine flowers filled the entire garden in the evening.
夜晚，茉莉花的香气弥漫整个花园。
B2 verb /ɪnˈherɪt/

inherit

继承
Meaning
to receive money, property, or characteristics from someone when they die; to acquire from predecessors
Example
She inherited her grandmother's house.
她继承了她祖母的房子。
B2 verb /ˌɪntərˈviːn/

intervene

介入
Meaning
To come between people, groups, or events, often to prevent conflict or improve a situation.
Example
The teacher had to intervene to stop the fight between the students.
老师不得不介入，阻止学生之间的打架。
B2 verb /spɪt/

spit

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

artifact

文物
Meaning
an object made by humans, typically of historical or cultural interest
Example
The museum displayed ancient artifacts from Egypt.
博物馆展示了来自埃及的古代文物。
B2 noun /ˈɔɪ.stər/

Oyster

生蚝
Meaning
a type of shellfish that can be eaten and sometimes contains pearls
Example
She ordered fresh oysters at the seafood restaurant.
她在海鲜餐厅点了新鲜的生蚝。
B2 noun /brɑːnz/

bronze

铜
Meaning
a metal made by combining copper and tin, often used for statues and medals
Example
The statue was made of solid bronze.
这座雕像是由坚固的铜制成的。
B2 verb /pərˈsuː/

pursue

追求
Meaning
to follow or chase with the intent to catch or achieve something
Example
She decided to pursue her dreams of becoming a doctor.
她决定追求成为医生的梦想。
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 adverb /ˈred.ɪ.li/

Readily

乐意地; 容易地; 毫不犹豫
Meaning
willingly; easily; without hesitation
Example
She readily agreed to help with the project.
她乐意地同意帮助项目。
B2 adjective /rɪˈɡret.ə.bəl/

Regrettable

令人遗憾的; 不幸的; 可惜的
Meaning
causing or deserving regret; unfortunate; deplorable
Example
It is regrettable that so many talented people left the company.
很遗憾这么多有才华的人离开了公司。
B2 adjective /ɪˈrɪˌspɑn.sə.bəl/

Irresponsible

不负责任
Meaning
lacking a sense of responsibility; careless
Example
It was irresponsible of him to leave without telling anyone.
他在没有告诉任何人就离开，这是不负责任的行为。
B2 adverb /pɪˈkju:.li.ə.li/

Peculiarly

以奇怪的方式; 以不寻常的方式
Meaning
in a strange or unusual way; in a manner that is distinctive or characteristic
Example
She dressed peculiarly for the formal dinner, wearing bright colors and unusual patterns.
她为正式晚宴穿着非常独特，穿着鲜艳的颜色和不寻常的图案。
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 verb, noun /dɑːrt/

dart

飞镖/迅速奔跑
Meaning
to move suddenly and quickly; a small pointed missile thrown at a target
Example
The cat darted across the street to avoid the car.
猫迅速穿过街道以避开汽车。
B2 adjective /ˈskɪni/

Skinny

瘦的; 皮包骨的; 骨瘦如柴
Meaning
very thin; having little flesh or fat on the body
Example
The skinny cat looked like it hadn't eaten for days.
那只瘦猫看起来像是几天没吃东西了。
B2 verb /ˈdʒʌstɪfaɪ/

justify

辩护
Meaning
to show or prove that something is right or reasonable
Example
He tried to justify his decision with logical reasons.
他试图用逻辑的理由来为他的决定辩护。
B2 adverb /ˈmen.tə.li/

Mentally

心理上
Meaning
relating to the mind; in terms of mental processes
Example
She was mentally preparing herself for the exam.
她正在为考试做心理准备。
B2 noun/verb /skɔːrn/

scorn

Meaning
the feeling or expression of contempt or disdain; to treat with contempt
Example
She looked at him with open scorn.
B2 adjective ˌæn.əlˈɪt.ɪ.kəl

analytical

分析的, 研究性的, 逻辑的
Meaning
Using or skilled in using analysis (i.e., separating a whole—intellectual or substantial—into its elemental parts or basic principles).
Example
She has an analytical approach to problem-solving.
她在解决问题时采用分析性方法。
B2 noun /ˈræp.ər/

Wrapper

包裹
Meaning
a loose garment worn around the body; covering material
Example
She put on a warm wrapper before going outside.
她在外出前穿上一件温暖的外套。
B2 noun ɪˈlɪtərəsi

illiteracy

文盲
Meaning
The inability to read and write; lack of education or knowledge in a particular area.
Example
Illiteracy often leads to poverty and unemployment.
文盲常常导致贫困和失业。
B2 adjective /blʌnt/

blunt

钝的，直率的
Meaning
not sharp; direct and straightforward in speech
Example
Her blunt remarks offended some people.
她直率的评论冒犯了某些人。
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, verb /ˈædvɜːrt/

advert

Meaning
(noun) a notice or announcement in a public medium promoting a product, service, or event; (verb) to refer to something in speaking or writing
Example
The company placed an advert in the newspaper for the new position.
B2 verb /skwɒʃ/

squash

压扁
Meaning
to crush or squeeze something with force so that it becomes flat or broken
Example
She accidentally squashed the bug with her shoe.
她不小心用鞋子压死了虫子。
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。
B2 verb /ˌdɪsəˈpruːv/

disapprove

不赞成
Meaning
to have a negative opinion about something; to consider something wrong or bad
Example
Many parents disapprove of smoking.
许多父母不赞成吸烟。
B2 noun /əˈriːnə/

arena

竞技场, 场地
Meaning
a large area surrounded by seats for sports, entertainment, or other events
Example
The basketball game will be held in the new arena downtown.
篮球比赛将在市中心的新竞技场举行。
B2 noun /ˌʌnəˌveɪləˈbɪləti/

unavailability

不可用性
Meaning
The state of being not available or not accessible.
Example
The unavailability of the manager caused a delay in the project.
经理的不可用性导致了项目的延误。
B2 noun /ˈek.oʊ/

Echo

回声; 回响
Meaning
a sound that is reflected back; a repetition or imitation
Example
His voice created a clear echo in the empty cathedral.
他的声音在空荡的教堂里产生了清晰的回声。
B2 adjective /ˈhɑːrtˌbreɪkɪŋ/

Heartbreaking

令人心碎的; 令人痛心的; 心碎的
Meaning
causing overwhelming distress; very sad or disappointing
Example
The documentary showed heartbreaking scenes of children in poverty.
纪录片展示了贫困中孩子们令人心碎的场景。
B2 noun /fʌs/

Fuss

大惊小怪；无谓的烦恼
Meaning
unnecessary worry or bother about something; agitated excitement over a trivial matter
Example
She made such a fuss about the small stain on her dress that everyone noticed.
她因裙子上的小污点而大惊小怪，结果大家都注意到了。
B2 noun /ˈfer.i boʊt/

Ferry-boat

渡船
Meaning
a boat that carries passengers and vehicles across water
Example
We took the ferry-boat to cross the river.
我们坐渡船过河。
B2 adjective /ˈlækɪŋ/

lacking

缺乏
Meaning
not having enough of something; missing
Example
His report was lacking in detail.
他的报告缺少细节。
B2 noun /prɪˈtens/

Pretence

虚伪
Meaning
an attempt to make something that is not the case appear true
Example
He made no pretence of being interested in the conversation.
他没有装作对谈话感兴趣。
B2 noun /ɡoʊld fɪʃ/

Gold fish

金鱼
Meaning
a small ornamental freshwater fish with golden or orange coloration, commonly kept as a pet
Example
The goldfish swam in circles around its glass bowl.
金鱼在玻璃鱼缸里绕圈游动。
B2 noun ɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si

efficiency

效率
Meaning
The state or quality of being efficient; achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.
Example
Efficiency in communication is crucial for businesses.
沟通中的效率对于商业至关重要。
B2 adjective ˈnjuːtrəl

neutral

中性
Meaning
Having no electric charge; neither positive nor negative.
Example
Neutrons are electrically neutral.
中子电中性。
B2 adverb /ˈstɛdɪli/

steadily

稳定地
Meaning
in a regular and continuous way; without stopping or changing
Example
The company's profits have been increasing steadily.
公司的利润稳定增长。
B2 verb /ˈkaʊnsəl/

counsel

咨询
Meaning
to give professional advice or guidance to someone
Example
The teacher counseled the students on their career choices.
老师为学生们提供了关于他们职业选择的建议。
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/adjective /səˈvɪliən/

civilian

平民
Meaning
a person not in the armed forces or police
Example
The area was evacuated to protect the civilians.
该区域已被疏散以保护平民。
B2 noun /ˈpesɪˌmɪzəm/

pessimism

悲观主义
Meaning
A tendency to see the worst aspect of things or believe the worst will happen.
Example
Her constant pessimism made it hard to stay optimistic.
她的悲观主义让保持乐观变得很困难。
B2 adjective /pəˈzes.ɪv/

Possessive

幸福
Meaning
showing a desire to own or control something; unwilling to share; jealously protective
Example
He is very possessive about his car.
当她收到奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。
B2 noun /ˈtwaɪ.laɪt/

Twilight

暮光
Meaning
the soft glowing light from the sky when the sun is below the horizon; a period of decline
Example
We walked along the beach at twilight.
我们在暮光下沿着海滩散步。
B2 adjective /ˈɒnərəbəl/

honourable

光荣的
Meaning
deserving respect or admiration because of moral integrity; showing honesty and fairness
Example
She is known as an honourable leader who always keeps her promises.
她以一位光荣的领导者而闻名，总是信守承诺。
B2 noun /ʌnˈkɒnʃəsnəs/

unconsciousness

无意识
Meaning
the state of being unaware of and unable to respond to one's surroundings
Example
After the accident, he was in a state of unconsciousness for several hours.
事故后，他昏迷了几个小时。
B2 verb /əˈkweɪnt/

acquaint

使熟悉
Meaning
to make someone familiar with something; to inform or introduce
Example
Please acquaint yourself with the safety guidelines before operating the machine.
请在操作机器前，熟悉安全指导原则。
B2 verb /drɪp/

drip

滴落
Meaning
to fall or let fall in drops
Example
Water was dripping from the broken pipe.
水从破裂的管道中滴下来。
B2 adjective /ˈbleɪzɪŋ/

Blazing

燃烧的; 炽热的
Meaning
burning fiercely; extremely hot; very bright
Example
The blazing sun made the day extremely hot.
炽热的太阳使得这一天异常炎热。
B2 noun /ˈdɛsɪməl/

decimal

十进制
Meaning
A number system based on 10; a number expressed in the base-10 system.
Example
The number 0.75 is a decimal.
数字0.75是一个十进制数。
B2 noun /ˈoʊtˌmiːl/

oatmeal

燕麦粥
Meaning
A type of porridge made from ground oats, often eaten for breakfast.
Example
She eats a bowl of oatmeal every morning for breakfast.
她每天早晨吃一碗燕麦粥当早餐。
B2 adjective ˌprəʊˈæk.tɪv

proactive

积极主动
Meaning
Taking action by causing change and not only reacting to change when it happens.
Example
Proactive strategies are needed to combat scarcity.
积极主动的策略是解决短缺问题的必要措施。
B2 noun /ˈseɪf.ɡɑːrd/

Safeguard

保护措施
Meaning
measure or action designed to protect someone or something
Example
New safeguards were implemented to prevent data breaches.
已实施新的保护措施以防止数据泄露。
B2 verb /ˈwiːkən/

Weaken

削弱
Meaning
to make or become less strong or powerful
Example
The illness weakened his immune system significantly.
这场疾病显著削弱了他的免疫系统。
B2 noun /ˈbætʃələr/

Bachelor

单身汉; 拥有大学学位的人
Meaning
an unmarried man; a person who holds a first degree from a university
Example
He remained a bachelor all his life and earned a bachelor's degree in engineering.
他一生都保持单身，并获得了工程学位。
B2 adjective ɪnˈdɪdʒɪnəs

indigenous

本土的
Meaning
Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native.
Example
Indigenous plants are well adapted to the local environment.
本土植物很好地适应了当地环境。
B2 noun plɒt

plot

情节
Meaning
The main story of a piece of writing, or the series of events that happen in it.
Example
The plot of A Tale of Two Cities is intense and gripping.
'双城记'的情节紧张且引人入胜。
B2 verb /ˈfɜːrnɪʃ/

furnish

布置, 提供
Meaning
to provide or supply with furniture or equipment
Example
They furnished the new house with modern furniture.
他们用现代家具布置了新房。
B2 noun /ˈtɒl.ər.əns/

Tolerance

宽容
Meaning
the ability to accept different opinions or behavior; willingness to allow something to exist
Example
Religious tolerance is important in a diverse society.
宗教宽容在多元化的社会中很重要。
B2 noun /diːd/

Deed

行为; 壮举; 法律文件;
Meaning
an action that is performed intentionally or consciously; a legal document showing ownership
Example
His heroic deed saved the child from drowning in the river.
他的英雄行为救了孩子免于在河里溺水。
B2 noun ɪnˈtɛɡrɪti

integrity

完整性
Meaning
The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.
Example
Teachers' integrity fosters a positive learning environment.
教师的完整性促进了积极的学习环境。
B2 adjective /ˈdʒuːɪʃ/

jewish

幸福
Meaning
relating to Jews or Judaism
Example
They celebrate Jewish festivals every year.
她收到奖项时无法掩饰她的幸福。
B2 noun /ɪnˈdɔːrs.mənt/

endorsement

支持
Meaning
A public or official statement of support or approval.
Example
The celebrity's endorsement increased the product's sales.
名人的支持增加了产品的销售。
B2 verb /kənˈsiːd/

concede

Meaning
to admit something is true or valid, often reluctantly
Example
She finally conceded that she was wrong.
B2 adjective /ɪnˈdɪf.ər.ənt/

indifferent

冷漠
Meaning
having no particular interest or concern; not caring one way or another
Example
She was indifferent to the outcome of the match.
她对比赛的结果漠不关心。
B2 verb /əˈkjuːmjəleɪt/

accumulate

积累
Meaning
to gather or collect things gradually over time
Example
She managed to accumulate a small fortune through wise investments.
她通过聪明的投资成功地积累了财富。
B2 adjective /ˈniː.di/

Needy

贫困的; 需要帮助的; 缺乏基本生活必需品的
Meaning
requiring help or support; poor; lacking basic necessities
Example
The charity helps needy families during the winter.
慈善在冬季帮助贫困家庭。
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 adverb /ɪkˈskluːsɪvli/

exclusively

专门
Meaning
only; not shared with others
Example
This service is available exclusively to premium members.
此服务仅限于高级会员。
B2 noun /ˈɑp.tə.mɪst/

Optimist

乐观主义者
Meaning
a person who tends to be hopeful and confident about the future; someone who sees the good side of things
Example
As an optimist, she always believed things would improve.
作为乐观主义者，她一直相信事情会变得更好。
B2 noun /ˈvɜː.tʃu.əl riˈæl.ɪ.ti/

virtual reality

虚拟现实
Meaning
Computer technology that creates an artificial three-dimensional environment where users can feel like they are in a real environment.
Example
Virtual reality (VR) is widely used in gaming and training simulations.
虚拟现实（VR）在游戏和训练模拟中被广泛使用。
B2 noun /ɪnˈdʒɛkʃən/

injection

Meaning
the act of introducing a substance into the body through a needle
Example
The nurse gave me an injection to prevent the infection.
B2 verb /dɪsˈtʃɑːrdʒ/

discharge

出院
Meaning
to release or dismiss from duty; to emit or give off
Example
The hospital will discharge the patient tomorrow.
医院明天将出院病人。
B2 noun /joʊlk/

Yolk

蛋黄
Meaning
the yellow internal part of a bird's egg, especially a hen's egg, which is rich in protein and fat
Example
She separated the egg white from the yolk.
她将蛋清与蛋黄分开。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈpeɪ/

overpay

支付过多
Meaning
To pay more than is necessary or reasonable.
Example
She realized she had overpaid for the concert tickets.
她意识到她为音乐会门票支付过多。
B2 adjective /əbˈsɜːrd/

absurd

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

notify

通知
Meaning
to inform someone officially about something
Example
The manager will notify the staff about the schedule change.
经理将通知员工关于时间表的变化。
B2 noun /ˈsaɪd.laɪn/

sideline

副业
Meaning
An activity done in addition to one's main job or area of work.
Example
The sideline discussions led to mutual understanding.
副线讨论促进了相互理解。
B2 noun /ɪnˌsaɪkləˈpiːdiə/

encyclopedia

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

collaborate

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。
B2 adjective /ˈprɒb.ə.bəl/

Probable

可能的
Meaning
likely to happen; expected; plausible
Example
It is probable that it will rain tomorrow according to the weather forecast.
根据天气预报，明天可能会下雨。
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 /dɪˈkeɪ/

Decay

腐烂; 分解; 衰退
Meaning
the process of rotting or decomposing; gradual decline or deterioration
Example
The old building showed signs of decay after years of neglect.
这座老建筑在多年疏忽后显示出腐烂的迹象。
B2 verb /dɪˈzɒlv/

dissolve

Meaning
to melt or become liquid; to officially end or break up an agreement or organization
Example
The sugar will dissolve quickly in hot tea.
B2 noun /ˈsleɪvəri/

slavery

Meaning
the system or state of being owned and forced to work for someone else
Example
Slavery was abolished in most countries in the 19th century.
B2 noun ˌvɛntɪˈleɪʃən

ventilation

通风
Meaning
The provision of fresh air to a room, building, etc.
Example
Proper ventilation is essential for maintaining air quality.
良好的通风对于保持空气质量至关重要。
B2 noun /ˈɡreɪt.fəl.nəs/

Gratefulness

感恩
Meaning
the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for kindness
Example
She expressed her gratefulness to the doctors who saved her life.
她向那些救了她命的医生表达了感恩之情。
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 /ˈpred.ə.ses.ər/

Predecessor

前任
Meaning
a person who held a job or office before the current holder; something that came before another thing
Example
The new manager learned from his predecessor's mistakes.
新经理从他的前任的错误中学习。
B2 noun

Patriot

爱国者
B2 adjective /ˈvʌl.ɡər/

Vulgar

粗俗; 粗鲁; 不文雅;
Meaning
lacking sophistication or good taste; crude and offensive in language or behavior
Example
His vulgar language offended everyone at the dinner party.
他的粗俗语言冒犯了晚宴上的所有人。