B2 adjective /kəˈrɛspɒndɪŋ/

corresponding

Collection

收藏；合集；档案

Meaning

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

Example

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

她在她的图书馆里有一部令人印象深刻的古籍收藏。

C1 verb /kəˈpɪtjʊˌleɪt/

capitulate

投降

Meaning

to surrender or give in after resisting

Example

The army had no choice but to capitulate to the enemy.

军队别无选择，只能投降于敌人。

B1 noun /ˌkɒn.trɪˈbjuː.ʃən/

contribution

贡献

Meaning

A gift or payment to a common fund or collection.

Example

His contribution to the project was vital.

他的贡献对项目至关重要。

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 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。

C2 noun /ˈklærɪən/

Clarion

号角

Meaning

a shrill narrow-tubed war trumpet; a medieval trumpet with a clear piercing tone

Example

The clarion sounded across the battlefield to signal the charge.

号角在战场上响起，标志着进攻的信号。

C1 noun /ˌkɒmpɪˈleɪʃən/

compilation

汇编

Meaning

a collection of things, especially pieces of writing or music, gathered together

Example

The book is a compilation of his best essays.

这本书是他最好的文章合集。

C1 noun /ˈkɒləmnɪst/

columnist

专栏作家

Meaning

a journalist who regularly writes articles or opinions for a newspaper or magazine

Example

The columnist wrote an article about climate change.

专栏作家写了一篇关于气候变化的文章。

A2 noun, verb /kɔɪn/

coin

Meaning

A flat piece of metal used as money; as a verb, to invent a new word or phrase.

Example

The government decided to coin a new term for the program.

C2 noun /kənˈtɔːrʃənz/

contortions

扭曲的复数形式; 多个弯曲或扭曲的形状

Meaning

plural form of contortion; multiple twisted or bent shapes

Example

The magician's contortions left the crowd in awe.

魔术师的扭曲让观众惊叹不已。

A2 verb /tʃiːt/

cheat

作弊

Meaning

to act dishonestly; to break rules for advantage

Example

He cheats on the exam by copying answers.

他通过抄答案在考试中作弊。

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 /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。

A2 noun /ˈkær.ɪk.tər/

Character

性格; 人格; 特质;

Meaning

the mental and moral qualities distinctive to an individual; a person in a novel, play, or film

Example

She showed great character by helping others during the crisis.

她通过在危机中帮助别人展现了伟大的性格。

C1 noun /kənˈsɜːvəˌtɔːri/

conservatory

温室 / 音乐和艺术学校

Meaning

A greenhouse for growing plants or a school for music and the arts.

Example

They grew exotic plants in the conservatory.

他们在温室里种植了异国植物。

C1 noun /ʃəˈmiːz/

Chemise

睡裙

Meaning

a woman's loose-fitting undergarment or dress hanging straight from the shoulders

Example

The vintage chemise was made of delicate lace and silk.

这款复古睡裙由精美的蕾丝和丝绸制成。

B2 adjective ˌkɒm.prɪˈhen.sɪv

comprehensive

全面的

Meaning

Including or dealing with all or nearly all elements or aspects of something; complete and thorough.

Example

A comprehensive study enhances understanding.

全面的研究促进了理解。

C1 adjective /ˈkɑːr.di.æk/

cardiac

心脏的

Meaning

Relating to the heart.

Example

The patient was admitted with a cardiac condition.

病人因心脏病情被收治。

C2 noun ˈkɑː.dərz

cadres

干部

Meaning

A small group of people specially trained for a particular purpose or profession; a group of activists in a communist or other political organization.

Example

There are 26 cadres under BPSC.

BPSC下有26个干部。

B2 noun /ˈtʃɒp.ər/

Chopper

斧头

Meaning

a tool with a heavy blade for chopping wood; a helicopter

Example

The lumberjack swung the chopper to cut down the tree.

伐木工挥动斧头砍倒树木。

B1 verb /ˈkæptʃər/

capture

捕获

Meaning

to take control of something or someone by force

Example

The soldiers managed to capture the enemy base.

士兵们成功地占领了敌人的基地。

B2 noun /ˈkɒm.ɪt/

Comet

彗星

Meaning

a celestial object consisting of ice and dust that develops a tail when approaching the sun

Example

Halley's Comet appears in the sky every 76 years.

哈雷彗星每76年出现在天空中。

B2 noun /kənˈdenst mɪlk/

Condensed milk

炼乳

Meaning

milk from which water has been removed and sugar added, creating a thick, sweet product

Example

The recipe calls for a can of condensed milk to make the dessert extra creamy.

这个食谱需要一罐炼乳来让甜点更加奶油味。

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 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。

A1 noun /klɒk/

Clock

时钟

Meaning

an instrument used to indicate, keep, and co-ordinate time

Example

The clock on the wall shows three o'clock.

墙上的时钟显示三点。

C1 verb /ˌkaʊntərˈækt/

counteract

反作用

Meaning

to act against something in order to reduce its effect

Example

The medicine helps counteract the side effects of the treatment.

这药有助于抵消治疗的副作用。

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。

B1 noun /ˈkɒliːɡ/

colleague

同事

Meaning

a person with whom one works, especially in a profession or business

Example

She invited her colleagues to the office party.

她邀请了她的同事参加办公室聚会。

A2 noun, verb /kɒf/

cough

咳嗽

Meaning

a sudden noisy release of air from the lungs to clear the throat or airway; to expel air suddenly from the lungs with a cough

Example

He has a bad cough and stayed home today.

他咳嗽得很厉害，所以今天待在家里。

C1 adjective /kənˈdjuː.sɪv/

conducive

有利的

Meaning

Making a certain situation or outcome likely or possible; contributing to or helping to bring about.

Example

A quiet environment is conducive to studying.

安静的环境有利于学习。

C1 adjective /ˈkrɛdɪtəbl/

creditable

值得称赞

Meaning

Deserving praise or acknowledgment, though not necessarily outstanding.

Example

She made a creditable effort in completing the project on time.

她做出了值得称赞的努力，按时完成了项目。

B1 noun /koʊm/

Comb

梳子

Meaning

a toothed device for arranging or cleaning the hair

Example

She used a comb to style her hair before the party.

她在派对前用梳子整理了她的头发。

A2 noun/verb /kənˈsɜːrn/

concern

Meaning

to relate to or affect; a matter of worry or interest

Example

Environmental issues concern all of us.

C1 verb /ˌkɒm.pɑːtˈmen.təl.aɪz/

compartmentalize

划分

Meaning

To divide into sections or categories; to separate things into compartments.

Example

To increase efficiency, he compartmentalized his work tasks.

为了提高效率，他将工作任务划分开来。

C2 noun /kænˈtoʊnmənt/

Cantonment

军营

Meaning

a military base or permanent military station

Example

The soldiers lived in the cantonment outside the city.

士兵们住在城市外的军营里。

C1 noun ˌkɒn.əˈteɪ.ʃən

connotation

隐含的或暗示的意义

Meaning

The implied or suggested meaning of a word beyond its literal definition

Example

The word 'home' has a warm connotation of comfort and family.

‘家’这个词有着温暖的含义，代表着舒适和家庭

A2 noun /ˈsen.tʃər.i/

Century

世纪; 百年

Meaning

a period of one hundred years; a score of one hundred in cricket

Example

The ancient castle has stood for more than five centuries.

这座古老的城堡已经屹立了五个世纪。

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。

C1 noun /ˈkæv.əl.ri/

Cavalry

骑兵

Meaning

soldiers who fight on horseback; the part of an army formerly composed of troops on horseback

Example

The cavalry charged across the field with great speed.

骑兵以极快的速度冲过了田野。

C1 verb /kriːk/

creak

发出高音尖锐的吱吱声

Meaning

to make a high-pitched, squeaking noise when moved

Example

The old door creaked as she opened it.

那扇旧门在她打开时发出了咯吱声。

C1 noun /ˈkæptər/

captor

劫持者

Meaning

a person or group who has captured someone or something

Example

The hostage managed to escape from his captors.

人质成功从劫持者那里逃脱。

B1 verb /kəˈmɪt/

commit

Meaning

To carry out or perpetrate an act; to pledge or bind to a course of action.

Example

He committed a serious mistake in the report.

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 /kənˈdʒes.tʃən/

congestion

交通堵塞

Meaning

A situation in which a place is too blocked or crowded, causing difficulties.

Example

Urban congestion leads to longer travel times.

城市交通堵塞导致了更长的旅行时间。

C1 verb /ˈkɒŋɡrɪɡeɪt/

congregate

聚集, 集合

Meaning

to gather together in a group; to assemble

Example

People congregate in the town square every evening.

人们每天晚上都会在市中心的广场上聚集。

C2 adjective /kənˈvɜːrsənt/

conversant

熟悉，精通

Meaning

familiar with or knowledgeable about something

Example

She is conversant with the latest developments in technology.

她熟悉最新的技术发展。

C1 adjective /kəˈlæpsəbl̩/

collapsible

可折叠的

Meaning

able to be folded down or reduced in size

Example

She bought a collapsible chair for camping.

她为露营买了一个可折叠的椅子。

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。

C2 noun /kɒˈkeɪd/

cockade

花结

Meaning

a rosette or knot of ribbon, usually worn on a hat as a badge of office or party

Example

The soldier wore a red cockade on his cap.

士兵戴着一个红色的花结在他的帽子上。

C2 noun /ˈsɜːrklət/

circlet

Meaning

A small circular band, typically worn as an ornament on the head.

Example

The princess wore a golden circlet on her forehead.

C2 adjective /ˈkɒr.ə.ɡeɪ.tɪd/

corrugated

波纹状或折叠的

Meaning

shaped into ridges and grooves; wrinkled or folded

Example

The roof was made of corrugated metal sheets.

屋顶是由波纹状金属板制成的。

C2 noun /klɛərˈvɔɪəns/

clairvoyance

通灵

Meaning

the supposed ability to perceive events beyond normal sensory contact; psychic insight

Example

She claimed to have clairvoyance and predicted the future.

她声称自己有通灵能力，并预言了未来。

A2 noun /ˈkɒlɪdʒ/

college

大学

Meaning

An educational institution where students study for degrees or professional qualifications.

Example

She hopes to attend college in the city next year.

她希望明年能在城市的大学就读。

C1 adjective ˈser.ɪ.brəl

cerebral

大脑的

Meaning

Of the cerebrum of the brain.

Example

Cerebral functions regulate thoughts.

大脑功能调节思想。

C2 noun /kəˈdævər/

cadaver

尸体

Meaning

A dead human body, especially one used for medical study.

Example

Medical students dissected the cadaver to learn about human anatomy.

医学生解剖了尸体以了解人体解剖学。

B1 noun /ˈsɜːr.kəmˌsˌtæn.sɪz/

Circumstances

情况

Meaning

the conditions that affect a situation, action, or event; facts or conditions connected with or relevant to an event

Example

Under normal circumstances, she would have arrived by now.

在正常情况下，她应该已经到了。

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 adjective /ˈsɜːrkjələr/

circular

圆形的

Meaning

shaped like a circle; round in form

Example

The kids sat in a circular arrangement around the campfire.

孩子们围坐在篝火旁，形成圆形的布局。

C1 noun /ˈkɒlərə/

cholera

Meaning

An infectious disease of the small intestine causing severe vomiting and diarrhea.

Example

The village suffered an outbreak of cholera after the flood.

C1 noun /kəˈθɑːrsɪs/

catharsis

情感宣泄

Meaning

The process of releasing strong emotions, providing relief.

Example

Writing in her diary was a form of catharsis for her.

在她的日记中写作对她来说是一种情感宣泄的方式。

A1 verb /kætʃ/

catch

接住

Meaning

to grab something that is moving; to get a disease; to understand

Example

Can you catch the ball I'm throwing?

你能接住我扔的球吗？

B2 adjective /kəmˈpætəbl/

compatible

兼容

Meaning

Able to exist or work together without conflict; harmonious.

Example

This software is compatible with both Windows and Mac systems.

该软件与 Windows 和 Mac 系统兼容。

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。

C1 noun /ˈkæzəm/

chasm

裂缝 / 巨大差异

Meaning

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

Example

There was a great chasm between the two political parties.

两个政党之间有一个巨大的裂缝。

C2 noun /ˈkriːdoʊ/

credo

信条

Meaning

A statement of the beliefs or aims that guide someone's actions.

Example

Honesty has always been the central credo of his life.

诚实一直是他生活中的核心信条。

C1 verb ˌsɝː.kəmˈvent

circumvent

巧妙地避免或绕过障碍或规则

Meaning

To cleverly avoid or find a way around obstacles or rules.

Example

He tried to circumvent the security system.

他试图绕过安全系统。

A2 noun ˌkɒmpəˈtɪʃən

competition

竞争

Meaning

The activity or condition of competing; rivalry for supremacy.

Example

Competition grew between language groups.

竞争在语言群体之间加剧。

C1 noun kɒɡˈnɪʃ.ən

cognition

认知

Meaning

The mental action or process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.

Example

Cognition plays a key role in learning.

认知在学习中起着关键作用。

B1 adjective /ˈkriːmi/

creamy

像奶油一样光滑、丰富的质地

Meaning

having a smooth, rich texture like cream

Example

She poured a creamy sauce over the pasta.

她把奶油般的酱汁倒在了意大利面上。

C1 noun /ˈkɑːrkəs/

carcass

动物尸体

Meaning

the dead body of an animal, especially after being slaughtered

Example

Vultures fed on the carcass left in the field.

秃鹰在田野中啄食尸体。

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。

B1 noun /ˈkɒnsɪkwənsɪz/

consequences

后果

Meaning

Results or effects of an action or condition.

Example

The consequences of ignoring safety protocols can be severe.

忽视安全协议的后果可能是严重的。

C2 noun /ˈkæn.toʊ/

canto

章

Meaning

A main division of a long poem, especially in epic poetry.

Example

The Divine Comedy is divided into several cantos.

神曲被分为几个章节。

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 verb /ˈkɑːmpənseɪt/

compensate

赔偿

Meaning

to give something to make up for loss or damage; to counterbalance

Example

The company will compensate employees for overtime work.

公司将为加班支付赔偿。

B1 noun ˈkɒn.fər.əns

conference

会议

Meaning

A formal meeting of people with a shared interest, typically one that takes place over several days.

Example

The climate conference emphasized renewable energy.

气候会议强调了可再生能源的重要性。

B1 adjective /kəˈlɛktɪd/

collected

冷静

Meaning

calm and in control of oneself

Example

She remained calm and collected during the crisis.

在危机中，她保持冷静和收拾好自己。

C1 noun /kənˈfɔːrməns/

conformance

一致性

Meaning

The act of conforming to a rule, standard, or law.

Example

The product was tested for conformance with safety standards.

该产品已按照安全标准进行了符合性测试。

C2 adjective /ˈkæp.ʃəs/

Captious

吹毛求疵的; 挑剔的

Meaning

tending to find fault or raise petty objections; fault-finding; critical

Example

His captious remarks about every small detail made the meeting very unpleasant.

他对每一个小细节的吹毛求疵使得会议变得非常不愉快。

C1 adjective /kəmˈplɪsɪt/

complicit

共犯 (犯罪中)

Meaning

involved with others in an illegal activity or wrongdoing

Example

He was found complicit in the crime.

他在犯罪中被发现是共犯。

C1 adjective /ˈkoʊpiəs/

copious

大量

Meaning

abundant in supply or quantity

Example

She took copious notes during the lecture.

她在讲座期间做了大量笔记。

C1 noun /ˈkaʊərdɪs/

cowardice

懦弱

Meaning

lack of courage; behavior showing fear

Example

His cowardice prevented him from speaking up.

他的懦弱让他无法发言。

A2 adjective /kjuːt/

cute

可爱

Meaning

attractive in a pretty or endearing way

Example

That puppy is so cute!

那只小狗真可爱！

B1 verb /kəmˈpiːt/

compete

竞争

Meaning

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

Example

Several companies compete for dominance in the market.

多家公司为市场主导地位而竞赛。

C2 adjective /ˌser.ɪˈməʊ.ni.əs/

ceremonious

正式和有礼貌

Meaning

marked by formality, politeness, or strict observance of customs

Example

He gave her a ceremonious bow before entering the hall.

他在进入大厅之前，给了她一个正式的鞠躬。

C1 adjective /ˈʃɪvəlrəs/

chivalrous

骑士风范

Meaning

Behaving in a courteous, gallant, and honorable way, especially toward women.

Example

He was chivalrous, always opening doors for others.

他是骑士风范，总是为他人开门。

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 /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 /ˈkeər.friː/

Carefree

无忧无虑; 轻松愉快;

Meaning

free from anxiety or responsibility; lighthearted; worry-free

Example

She lived a carefree life, traveling the world without any worries.

她过着无忧无虑的生活，环游世界没有任何担忧。

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。

A1 noun /kəmˈpjuːtə(r)/

computer

计算机

Meaning

an electronic device for storing and processing data

Example

I bought a new computer for my office work.

我为我的办公室工作买了台新电脑。

A2 verb /kəmˈper/

compare

比较

Meaning

to examine similarities and differences between things

Example

I will compare these two products before buying.

我将在购买前比较这两款产品。

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。

C1 noun /ˈkʌn.stə.bəl/

constable

巡警

Meaning

a police officer of the lowest rank

Example

The constable directed traffic at the busy intersection.

巡警在繁忙的十字路口指挥交通。

B1 noun ˈkraɪsɪs

crisis

危机

Meaning

A time of intense difficulty, trouble, or danger.

Example

The financial crisis affected global markets.

金融危机影响了全球市场。

B1 noun /ˈkwaɪər/

choir

合唱团

Meaning

An organized group of singers, typically performing in church services or concerts.

Example

The choir sang beautifully during the ceremony.

合唱团在仪式中唱得非常美丽。

C1 noun /ʃəˈreɪd/

charade

假面舞会, 模仿游戏

Meaning

an absurd pretense or act intended to deceive; also a word-guessing game

Example

The trial was nothing more than a political charade.

这个审判不过是一个政治上的假面舞会。

C1 noun ˈklaɪmət ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən

climate regulation

气候调节

Meaning

The moderation of climate conditions through natural or artificial processes.

Example

Forests help in climate regulation by stabilizing local temperatures.

森林通过稳定当地的温度来帮助气候调节。

C2 noun /ˈkrɪsəndəm/

christendom

基督教世界

Meaning

the worldwide body or community of Christians

Example

The news spread quickly across Christendom.

新闻迅速传播到整个基督教世界。

B2 adjective /kənˈtɛntɪd/

contented

满足的

Meaning

Feeling or expressing happiness and satisfaction.

Example

She was contented with her simple life.

她对她简单的生活感到满足。

B2 noun /ˌkɑn.frənˈteɪ.ʃən/

Confrontation

对抗

Meaning

a hostile or argumentative meeting or situation between opposing parties; direct challenge or opposition

Example

The confrontation between the two leaders ended without any agreement.

两位领导人之间的对抗以没有任何协议结束。

A2 adjective, noun /ˈkloʊsər/

closer

更近，结束者

Meaning

more near in distance or relationship; someone or something that concludes an activity

Example

She moved closer to the window.

她走得更靠近窗户。

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。

A2 noun /ˈkær.ət/

Carrot

胡萝卜

Meaning

a long pointed orange root vegetable that grows underground

Example

Carrots are rich in vitamin A.

胡萝卜富含维生素A。

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 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。

C2 noun /ˈkælvəri/

calvary

Meaning

A place or experience of intense suffering, originally the site of Jesus’s crucifixion.

Example

For many refugees, the journey across the desert was a calvary.

C1 adverb /ˈkɔːrdiəli/

Cordially

热情地

Meaning

in a warm and friendly manner; sincerely

Example

You are cordially invited to our wedding ceremony.

你被热情邀请参加我们的婚礼仪式。

C2 noun /ˈkɔːrsər/

courser

快速马或猎马

Meaning

a swift horse or a hunting horse

Example

The knight rode a fast courser into battle.

骑士骑着一匹快速的科赛尔进入战斗。

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。

C2 verb /ˈkæn.tər/

canter

慢跑

Meaning

To ride a horse at a controlled, easy pace between a trot and a gallop.

Example

She cantered her horse across the field with ease.

她轻松地骑马穿过田野。

C2 noun /ˌkɒntrəpəˈzɪʃən/

contraposition

对立面

Meaning

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

Example

The contraposition of the two theories highlighted their differences.

两种理论的对立面突出了它们的差异。

C2 verb /kənˈstrɪndʒ/

constringe

收缩

Meaning

to cause to shrink or contract; to constrict

Example

The medicine helped constringe the swollen tissues.

药物帮助收缩肿胀的组织。

C1 noun /ˈkɒnsjʊlət/

consulate

领事馆

Meaning

the building or office where a consul works

Example

He went to the consulate to renew his visa.

他去了领事馆续签他的签证。

A1 noun /keɪk/

Cake

蛋糕

Meaning

a sweet baked dessert made from flour, sugar, and other ingredients

Example

They ordered a chocolate cake for the birthday party.

他们为生日聚会订购了一个巧克力蛋糕。

C1 verb /ˈsɪvɪlaɪz/

civilize

使文明

Meaning

to bring a society or group to a more developed, organized, or socially acceptable state; to educate and refine behavior

Example

Education can help civilize communities by promoting shared values and respect.

教育可以通过促进共同价值观和尊重来使社区更加文明。

B2 verb /ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnd/

comprehend

理解

Meaning

to understand or grasp the meaning of something

Example

It is difficult to comprehend the scale of the disaster.

理解灾难的规模很困难。

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 /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。