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 /ˈtʃeɪmbər/

chamber

房间

Meaning

a large room used for formal or public events, or a private room.

Example

The king held meetings in his private chamber.

国王在他的私人房间里举行会议。

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 /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 /kənˈvɪk.ʃən/

conviction

信念

Meaning

A firmly held belief or opinion.

Example

She spoke with conviction, making everyone believe her.

她充满信念地说话，使每个人都相信她。

B2 verb /kənˈfes/

confess

承认

Meaning

to admit guilt or wrongdoing; to acknowledge

Example

He confessed his mistake to his teacher.

他向老师承认了自己的错误。

B2 verb /kɜːrb/

curb

抑制 / 控制

Meaning

to restrain, control, or limit something

Example

The government took steps to curb inflation.

政府采取了措施来遏制通货膨胀。

B2 noun /ˈkɑn.trəˌvɜr.si/

Controversy

争议; 分歧

Meaning

prolonged public disagreement or heated discussion; a dispute or argument involving opposing viewpoints

Example

The new policy sparked a major controversy among the citizens.

新政策在市民中引发了巨大的争议。

B2 noun /ˈkruː.əl.ti/

Cruelty

残忍; 非人道的待遇; 导致疼痛的行为

Meaning

behavior that causes pain or suffering to others; the quality of being cruel

Example

The documentary exposed the cruelty of factory farming to animals.

纪录片揭示了工厂养殖对动物的残忍行为。

B2 verb /kənˈveɪ/

convey

传达, 沟通, 运输

Meaning

To communicate or make known; to transport or carry from one place to another.

Example

The teacher conveys the lesson clearly to students.

老师清楚地把课程传达给学生。

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 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 /ˈkɒpɪraɪt/

copyright

版权

Meaning

the legal right of the creator of a work to control its use and distribution

Example

She holds the copyright for the book.

她拥有这本书的版权。

B2 noun /kənˈkʌʃən/

concussion

脑震荡

Meaning

A temporary unconsciousness or shock caused by a blow to the head.

Example

He suffered a concussion after falling from the bike.

他在从自行车上摔下来后，遭受了脑震荡。

B2 noun /ˌkɒn.tɪˈnjuː.ɪ.ti/

continuity

连续性

Meaning

the state of being continuous or connected; consistency over time

Example

Maintaining continuity in leadership is essential for organizational stability.

在领导力中保持连续性对于组织稳定性至关重要。

B2 noun /kəmˈpæʃ.ən/

Compassion

同情

Meaning

sympathetic concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others; deep awareness of suffering with a desire to help

Example

She showed great compassion towards the homeless children by providing them food and shelter.

她通过为无家可归的孩子提供食物和住所，表现出极大的同情。

B2 adjective /ˈkɒn.trər.i/

Contrary

相反的; 反对的;

Meaning

opposite in nature, direction, or meaning; completely different

Example

Contrary to popular belief, cats can be very social animals.

与流行的看法相反，猫可以是非常社交的动物。

B2 noun /ˈkəʊ.tɪŋ/

coating

涂层

Meaning

A protective or decorative layer applied to a surface.

Example

A protective coating prevents rust formation.

保护涂层可以防止生锈。

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 adjective kɒnˈtek.stju.əl

contextual

情境的

Meaning

Depending on or relating to the circumstances or setting; context-dependent.

Example

Contextual meaning changes depending on usage.

上下文意义根据使用情况而变化。

B2 noun /kleɪ/

clay

黏土

Meaning

a natural material made of fine earth that becomes hard when baked, used for making pottery

Example

The artist molded the wet clay into a beautiful vase.

艺术家把湿黏土塑造成一个美丽的花瓶。

B2 noun /kreɪn/

Crane

鹤

Meaning

a large tall bird with long legs and neck; a machine for lifting heavy objects

Example

The graceful crane stood motionless by the water's edge.

优雅的鹤静静地站在水边。

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 /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 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 adjective /kəʊˈɒpərətɪv/

cooperative

合作的

Meaning

willing to work or act together with others for a common purpose

Example

She was very cooperative during the interview process.

她在面试过程中非常合作。

B2 verb /ˈkɒmbæt/

combat

对抗

Meaning

to fight against something, especially to reduce or stop it

Example

The government is taking steps to combat corruption.

政府正在采取措施来对抗腐败。

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 /kəˈdɛt/

cadet

军校生

Meaning

A young trainee in the armed forces, police, or other organization.

Example

The cadet marched proudly in the parade.

军校生在游行中自豪地行进。

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 noun /ˈkæʃ.uː nʌt/

Cashew Nut

腰果

Meaning

a kidney-shaped nut with a creamy texture and mild flavor

Example

Cashew nuts are often used in cooking and as a healthy snack.

腰果常用于烹饪和作为健康的零食。

B2 adjective /kənˈsɪd.ər.ɪt/

Considerate

体贴; 体贴入微

Meaning

showing careful thought about the feelings or wishes of others; thoughtful

Example

He is always considerate of others' feelings.

他总是考虑到别人的感受。

B2 adjective /ˈkjuːbən/

cuban

古巴的

Meaning

relating to Cuba, its people, or its culture

Example

We enjoyed delicious Cuban coffee at the café.

我们在咖啡馆享用了美味的古巴咖啡。

B2 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 verb /ˈkæt.ɪ.ɡə.raɪzd/

categorized

分类

Meaning

Placed in a particular class or group.

Example

The city was categorized as highly polluted.

这个城市被归类为高度污染。

B2 noun /ˈkɒl.ər/

Collar

项圈

Meaning

a band of material around the neck; in jewelry context, a close-fitting necklace

Example

She wore an elegant pearl collar to the formal dinner.

她在正式晚宴上戴了一条优雅的珍珠项圈。

B2 adjective /ˈsɛl.əˌbreɪ.tɪd/

celebrated

著名

Meaning

Widely known and praised; famous for an achievement.

Example

He is a celebrated author in the field of literature.

他是文学领域的一位著名作家。

B2 noun /ˈkɒn.flɪkt ˌrez.əˈluː.ʃən/

conflict resolution

冲突解决

Meaning

The process of finding peaceful solutions to disputes or disagreements between parties.

Example

Conflict resolution is vital for global peace.

冲突解决对于全球和平至关重要。

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 /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 /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 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 verb /ˈkærəktəraɪz/

characterize

Meaning

to describe or portray the distinctive features or qualities of someone or something

Example

The author characterizes the hero as brave and selfless.

B2 adjective /kruːd/

crude

原油

Meaning

in a natural or raw state; not yet processed or refined

Example

The crude oil is processed into fuel and chemicals.

原油被加工成燃料和化学品。

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 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 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 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 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 noun /ˈkɒləni/

colony

殖民地

Meaning

a territory or community controlled by another country or group of people

Example

India was once a British colony.

印度曾是英国的殖民地。

B2 noun /ˈkæʃuː nʌts/

Cashew nuts

腰果

Meaning

kidney-shaped nuts from the cashew tree, commonly eaten as snacks or used in cooking

Example

Cashew nuts are often used in Indian sweets and curries.

腰果常用于印度的甜点和咖喱中。

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 /ˈkæriər/

carrier

承运人

Meaning

A person or thing that carries, transports, or conveys something; also an organization that provides transport services.

Example

The airline is the largest carrier in the country.

航空公司是该国最大的承运人。

B2 noun /kraɪst/

christ

基督

Meaning

the title given to Jesus, considered the Messiah in Christianity

Example

Christ is central to Christian faith.

基督是基督教信仰的核心。

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。

B2 noun /ˌklæsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

classification

分类

Meaning

the action or process of classifying something into groups based on shared characteristics.

Example

The classification of animals helps in understanding their biology.

动物的分类有助于理解它们的生物学。

B2 noun /kənˈvɜː.ʃən/

Conversion

转化，变化，转变

Meaning

The process of changing or causing something to change from one form to another.

Example

High website conversion rates indicate effective marketing.

高网站转化率表明有效的市场营销。

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 /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。

B2 noun ˈkɔːʃən

caution

小心

Meaning

Care taken to avoid danger or mistakes; a warning or piece of advice.

Example

Researchers issued a caution regarding unsustainable fishing.

研究人员就不可持续的捕鱼行为发出了警告。

B2 noun ˈkæp.sjuːl

capsule

胶囊。一个小的可溶解的明胶外壳，内含药物剂量，整个吞下。

Meaning

A small soluble case of gelatin containing a dose of medicine, swallowed whole.

Example

Capsules contain controlled environments.

胶囊包含受控的环境。

B2 adjective ˌkɑː.bən ˈnjuː.trəl

carbon-neutral

碳中和

Meaning

Having a balance between emitting carbon and absorbing carbon from the atmosphere; not adding to overall carbon emissions.

Example

The company aims to be carbon-neutral by 2030.

该公司计划在2030年实现碳中和。

B2 noun /kɒt/

Cot

婴儿床

Meaning

a small bed, especially a portable one or one for a baby

Example

The baby sleeps peacefully in her cot.

宝宝在她的婴儿床上睡得很安稳。

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。

B2 noun /ˌkoʊəˈlɪʃən/

coalition

联盟

Meaning

a temporary alliance of distinct parties, persons, or states for joint action

Example

Several parties formed a coalition to pass the new law.

几个党派组成了一个联盟来通过新法律。

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 /ˈkrɒnɪk/

chronic

慢性

Meaning

Lasting for a long time or constantly recurring, often describing illness.

Example

She suffers from chronic back pain.

她患有慢性的背痛。

B2 noun /ˈkɔːr.əs/

Chorus

合唱团；一首歌曲中在每节之后重复的部分

Meaning

a large organized group of singers; a part of a song that is repeated after each verse

Example

The school chorus performed beautifully at the annual concert.

学校合唱团在年度音乐会上表现得非常好。

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 /kənˈfaɪd/

confide

Meaning

To tell someone about a secret or private matter while trusting them not to repeat it.

Example

He confided his worries to his best friend.

B2 verb /kəˈlæps/

collapse

崩塌

Meaning

to fall down or inward suddenly; to break down completely

Example

The old building collapsed after the earthquake.

老建筑在地震后倒塌了。

B2 verb kəˈlaɪd

collide

碰撞, 撞击

Meaning

Hit with force when moving; come into conflict or opposition.

Example

The two cars collided at the intersection.

两辆车在交叉口相撞。

B2 noun /kəˈrɪkjələm/

curriculum

课程

Meaning

The subjects comprising a course of study in a school, college, or university.

Example

The school updated its curriculum to include more digital literacy courses.

学校更新了其课程，增加了更多的数字素养课程。

B2 noun ˌkætəˈstrɒfɪk ɪˈvents

catastrophic events

灾难性事件

Meaning

Extremely destructive or damaging events that cause widespread devastation.

Example

Cyclones are catastrophic events in Bangladesh.

气旋是孟加拉国的灾难性事件。

B2 noun /ˈkɒmpɪtəns/

competence

能力

Meaning

the ability to do something successfully or efficiently

Example

Her competence as a manager impressed the board.

作为经理，她的能力给董事会留下了深刻印象。

B2 verb /kənˈsiːl/

conceal

隐藏

Meaning

to hide something or keep it secret

Example

He tried to conceal his disappointment behind a smile.

他试图用微笑掩饰自己的失望。

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 /kənˈstɪtʃ.u.ənts/

constituents

组成部分

Meaning

Components or elements used to create something.

Example

Proteins and vitamins are essential constituents of a healthy diet.

蛋白质和维生素是健康饮食的重要组成部分。

B2 noun /ˈkɑr.ɡoʊ ʃɪp/

Cargo ship

货船

Meaning

a ship or vessel that carries goods and materials from one port to another

Example

The cargo ship transported containers filled with electronics across the ocean.

货船将满载电子产品的集装箱穿越海洋。

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 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 adjective /ˈsɪvɪk/

civic

市民

Meaning

relating to a city, town, or the duties of its citizens

Example

The mayor encouraged people to take part in civic activities.

市长鼓励人们参与市民活动。

B2 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 /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 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 /ˈkɑːmpaʊnd/

compound

化合物 / 封闭区域

Meaning

a thing that is composed of two or more separate elements; an enclosed area with buildings

Example

The scientist studied the chemical compound in the lab.

科学家在实验室研究了化学化合物。

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 ক্লাইম্যাটিক কন্ডিশন্স

climatic conditions

气候条件

Meaning

The atmospheric or weather patterns of a particular region.

Example

Specific climatic conditions are required for snowfall.

降雪需要特定的气候条件。

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 /ˈklæsɪfaɪ/

classify

Meaning

to arrange or organize into categories or groups

Example

The librarian classified the books by subject.

B2 verb /ˈkɒmpənseɪtɪd/

compensated

Meaning

to have been given something, typically money, as a recompense for loss, suffering, or work done

Example

The workers were compensated for their overtime hours.

B2 verb /ˈklærɪfaɪ/

clarify

澄清

Meaning

to make clear; to explain more clearly

Example

The teacher clarifies the difficult concept.

老师澄清了这个困难的概念。

B2 noun /ˈkɒpə/

copper

铜

Meaning

a reddish-brown metal used for electrical wiring, coins, and more

Example

Copper is a good conductor of electricity.

铜是良好的电力导体。

B2 noun /ˌkovuːɪɡˈzɪs.təns/

Co-existence

共存

Meaning

the state of existing together at the same time or in the same place; peaceful cohabitation

Example

The peaceful co-existence of different cultures makes this city unique.

不同文化的和平共存使这座城市独一无二。

B2 noun /ˈtʃer.i ˌblɒs.əm/

Cherry Blossom

樱花

Meaning

the pink or white flowers of a cherry tree that bloom in spring

Example

The cherry blossoms bloom beautifully in April.

樱花在四月美丽地绽放。

B2 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 noun/verb /kjuː/

cue

信号

Meaning

A signal or prompt for action; to give a signal.

Example

The actor waited for his cue before entering the stage.

演员在上台前等待他的信号。

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。

B2 noun /kəmˈpliːʃən/

completion

完成

Meaning

the action or process of finishing something

Example

The completion of the project will take another few weeks.

项目的完成将再需要几周时间。

B2 noun /ˌkɔːrpəˈreɪʃən/

corporation

公司

Meaning

A large company or group of companies that is legally recognized as a single entity.

Example

The corporation invested heavily in renewable energy projects.

该公司在可再生能源项目上进行了大量投资。

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。

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 ˌkʌl.tɪˈveɪ.ʃən

cultivation

耕作

Meaning

The practice of preparing and using land for crops or gardening; the action of improving or developing something.

Example

The cultivation of organic crops has increased worldwide.

有机作物的耕作在全球范围内增加了。

B2 noun; verb /ˈkætəlɒɡ/

catalogue

Meaning

a complete list of items, typically one in alphabetical or systematic order; to make a systematic list of items

Example

The library decided to catalogue all new books digitally.

图书馆决定以数字方式编目所有新书。

B2 noun/verb /ˈtʃɑːrtər/

charter

包机 / 租赁

Meaning

a written document granting rights or privileges; to hire a vehicle or vessel for temporary use

Example

The company decided to charter a bus for the trip.

公司决定为旅行租用一辆巴士。

B2 noun /kəˈrɪz.mə/

charisma

个人魅力

Meaning

Compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others.

Example

His charisma helped him become a great leader.

他的个人魅力帮助他成为一位伟大的领导者。

B2 noun /ˈkʌs.tə.mər rɪˈten.ʃən/

Customer Retention

客户保持

Meaning

The ability of a company or product to retain its customers over some specified period.

Example

High customer retention increases business sustainability.

高客户保持率增加了商业可持续性。

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 noun /kəˈθɒlɪsɪzəm/

catholicism

天主教

Meaning

The faith, practice, and church order of the Roman Catholic Church.

Example

Catholicism has a long history and rich traditions.

天主教有着悠久的历史和丰富的传统。

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 noun /kəˈmiː.li.ən/

Chameleon

变色龙

Meaning

a lizard that can change color to match its surroundings

Example

The chameleon changed its color from green to brown.

变色龙将颜色从绿色变为棕色。

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 noun ˌsaɪ.bə.sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti

cybersecurity

网络安全

Meaning

The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks

Example

Cybersecurity ensures safe digital operations.

网络安全确保数字化运营的安全。

B2 adjective /ˈsɪn.ɪ.kəl/

cynical

愤世嫉俗

Meaning

Believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.

Example

She was cynical about the politician's promises.

她对政治家的承诺持愤世嫉俗的态度。

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 verb /ˈkɒmprəmaɪz/

compromise

妥协

Meaning

To expose or make vulnerable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute.

Example

Excessive sharing can compromise your privacy.

过度分享可能会危害你的隐私。

B2 verb, noun /ˈkɒntɛst/

contest

竞赛, 挑战

Meaning

verb: to compete or challenge; noun: a competition or dispute

Example

She decided to contest the election against the incumbent.

她决定挑战现任者的选举。

B2 noun /kənˈtɛmpt/

contempt

Meaning

a strong feeling of dislike and lack of respect towards someone or something

Example

He spoke with contempt about the corrupt officials.

B2 noun /ˌkɑn.trəˈdɪk.ʃən/

Contradiction

矛盾; 不一致

Meaning

a combination of statements, ideas, or features which are opposed to one another; inconsistency

Example

There was a clear contradiction between his words and his actions.

他的言辞与行动之间存在明显的矛盾。

B2 noun /ˈkjuː.bɪ.kəl/

cubicle

办公隔间

Meaning

A small partitioned-off area of a room, typically in an office.

Example

She works in a cubicle with three other colleagues.

她和另外三位同事在一个办公隔间里工作。

B2 adjective /ˈtʃiːzi/

cheesy

便宜/过于感伤

Meaning

tacky, overly sentimental, or cheap in quality

Example

The movie was funny but a bit too cheesy.

电影很有趣，但有点太俗气了。