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B1 noun, adjective /ˈkrɪmɪnəl/

criminal

罪犯
Meaning
A person who has committed a crime; relating to crime
Example
The police arrested a dangerous criminal last night.
警方昨晚逮捕了一个危险的罪犯。
C2 noun /ˈæmɪti/

amity

友谊
Meaning
A friendly relationship between people or countries.
Example
The treaty helped maintain amity between the neighboring nations.
该条约帮助维护邻国之间的友好关系。
B1 adjective /feɪld/

failed

失败
Meaning
not successful in achieving a desired result
Example
The project failed to meet the expectations.
项目未能达到预期。
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 noun /vɜːrs/

verse

诗句
Meaning
A line of writing in poetry; a section of a song or poem.
Example
She wrote a beautiful verse for the wedding ceremony.
她为婚礼仪式写了一首美丽的诗句。
B1 adjective /ˈjuːnɪfɔːrm/

Uniform

制服
Meaning
consistent; identical; standardized
Example
All students must wear a uniform to school.
所有学生必须穿制服上学。
A2 noun/verb /kɔːz/

cause

原因 / 造成
Meaning
a person or thing that gives rise to an action, phenomenon, or condition; to make something happen
Example
The heavy rain caused flooding in the city.
大雨造成了城市的洪水。
A2 adjective /draɪ/

Dry

干燥的; 无湿气或液体; 无聊
Meaning
free from moisture or liquid; not wet; lacking interest or excitement
Example
The desert has very dry climate.
沙漠的气候非常干燥。
C1 noun /ˈsɪməli/

simile

明喻
Meaning
A figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing with another using 'like' or 'as'.
Example
She used a simile to describe her eyes as bright as stars.
她用明喻来描述她的眼睛像星星一样明亮。
A2 noun /ˈsɪŋ.ər/

Singer

歌手
Meaning
a person who sings, especially as a job or profession
Example
The singer performed beautifully at the concert last night.
歌手昨晚在音乐会上表现得非常出色。
B1 noun /braɪd/

Bride

新娘
Meaning
a woman on her wedding day or just before and after the event
Example
The beautiful bride walked down the aisle in her white wedding dress.
美丽的新娘穿着她的白色婚纱走过过道。
C2 adjective /ˈrʌdi/

ruddy

红润
Meaning
Having a healthy red color in the face.
Example
She had a ruddy complexion from working outdoors.
她因为在户外工作，脸上有红润的肤色。
C1 noun /ˈwɪzərdri/

wizardry

魔法技艺
Meaning
The art or practice of magic; great skill or expertise in something.
Example
The programmer's wizardry amazed everyone in the room.
程序员的魔法技艺让房间里的每个人都感到惊讶。
B2 noun /ˈpeɪtrən/

patron

赞助人
Meaning
a person who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, or cause
Example
The library is supported by generous patrons.
图书馆得到了慷慨的赞助人支持。
B1 noun, verb /eɪd/

aid

援助
Meaning
help or support, typically of a practical nature
Example
The volunteers provided aid to the flood victims.
志愿者为洪水受害者提供了帮助。
C1 noun /ˈspaɪər/

spire

尖顶
Meaning
a tall, pointed structure on top of a building, especially a church
Example
The church spire could be seen from miles away.
教堂的尖顶从远处可见。
C1 noun /ˈsɑːɡə/

saga

长篇故事
Meaning
A long story of heroic achievement, or a long, complex series of events.
Example
The company's rise and fall became a corporate saga.
公司的兴衰成为了一部企业传奇。
C1 verb /dɪsˈpærɪdʒ/

disparage

Meaning
to criticize someone or something in a way that shows a lack of respect
Example
It is unfair to disparage people for their opinions.
B1 adverb /ɛtˈsɛtərə/

etcetera

等等
Meaning
used at the end of a list to indicate that other similar items are included
Example
She bought apples, oranges, bananas, etcetera from the market.
她从市场买了苹果、橙子、香蕉等等。
C1 noun /ˈprɛljuːd/

prelude

前奏
Meaning
An action, event, or statement that serves as an introduction to something more important.
Example
The small fight was only a prelude to a bigger conflict.
小争执只是更大冲突的前奏。
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。
B1 adjective /ˈpeɪn.fəl/

painful

疼痛的
Meaning
causing physical or emotional pain
Example
The injury was very painful, and he needed immediate care.
受伤非常疼痛，他需要立刻接受治疗。
C1 verb /snʌb/

snub

冷落
Meaning
to insult or ignore someone by treating them rudely
Example
He felt hurt when his invitation was snubbed.
他感到受伤，当他的邀请被冷落。
C2 noun /ɪˌpɪstəˈmɒlədʒi/

epistemology

认识论
Meaning
The branch of philosophy that studies the nature, origin, and scope of knowledge.
Example
Epistemology explores the difference between justified belief and opinion.
认识论探索公正的信仰和意见之间的区别。
A2 noun /ˈiː.ɡəl/

Eagle

鹰
Meaning
large bird of prey with powerful wings and sharp talons
Example
The eagle soared high above the mountains.
鹰飞得很高，飞过了山脉。
A2 noun tuːlz

Tools

工具
Meaning
A device or implement used to carry out a particular function.
Example
You can use online tools like FamilySearch to create a family tree.
您可以使用像FamilySearch这样的在线工具来创建家谱树。
C1 noun /ˈmɛləˌdrɑːmə/

melodrama

夸张的戏剧
Meaning
A dramatic piece with exaggerated characters and exciting events intended to appeal to the emotions.
Example
The movie was criticized for its excessive melodrama.
这部电影因其过度的戏剧性而受到批评。
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。
C2 noun /ˈmuːn.biːm/

moonbeam

月光
Meaning
A ray of light from the moon.
Example
A moonbeam lit up the quiet forest clearing.
一束月光照亮了安静的森林空地。
B2 noun /ˈtræn.zɪt/

transit

交通运输
Meaning
Transportation or travel system, the process of travel or transportation from one place to another.
Example
The city is investing in a new transit system.
这座城市正在投资一个新的交通运输系统。
B2 adjective /ˈvɒl.ən.tər.i/

Voluntary

自愿的
Meaning
done willingly without being forced; given or done freely
Example
She made a voluntary donation to the charity.
她自愿向慈善机构捐款。
B2 adjective /hɪˈstɛrɪkəl/

hysterical

极其搞笑或情绪失控
Meaning
Extremely funny or uncontrollably emotional.
Example
The comedian's jokes were absolutely hysterical.
这位喜剧演员的笑话简直太搞笑了。
C1 verb /ɡraɪp/

gripe

抱怨
Meaning
to complain about something in an annoying way
Example
He is always griping about the weather.
他总是抱怨天气。
B2 noun ˈlɪv.ɪŋ ˈstæn.dədz

living standards

生活水平
Meaning
The degree of wealth and material comfort available to a person or community; quality of life.
Example
High living standards improve satisfaction.
高生活水平提高了满意度。
C1 adjective /ˈtep.ɪd/

Tepid

温热
Meaning
only slightly warm; lukewarm; showing little enthusiasm
Example
The tea was tepid and unappetizing.
茶是温热的，毫无诱人之感。
B2 noun /ˈkæməˌflɑːʒ/

camouflage

伪装
Meaning
the act of hiding or disguising something by making it blend with its surroundings
Example
The soldiers used camouflage to hide from the enemy.
士兵们使用伪装来躲避敌人。
C1 noun /ˈstɪmjʊlənt/

stimulant

兴奋剂
Meaning
A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body.
Example
Coffee is a common stimulant that helps people stay awake.
咖啡是一种常见的兴奋剂，帮助人们保持清醒
B2 noun /ˈlɪtə(r)/

liter

Meaning
a metric unit of volume equal to one cubic decimeter
Example
The recipe calls for two liters of water.
B2 verb /paɪn/

pine

渴望
Meaning
to long intensely for something or someone; to suffer from longing
Example
He pined for his hometown after moving abroad.
他搬到国外后，非常想念他的家乡。
B2 verb /ˈɛskɔrt/

escort

护送
Meaning
to accompany someone; to guide or protect while going somewhere
Example
The guard escorted the visitor to the office.
卫兵护送来访者到办公室。
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。
B1 noun /ˈdʒen.dər/

Gender

性别
Meaning
either of the two sexes (male and female); the range of characteristics pertaining to masculinity and femininity
Example
The company promotes gender equality by ensuring equal opportunities for all employees.
公司通过确保所有员工享有平等的机会来促进性别平等。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈloʊd/

overload

过载
Meaning
to load with too much weight or cargo; to give too much work or information
Example
Don't overload the washing machine or it might break down.
不要过载洗衣机，否则它可能会坏掉。
B1 adverb /ˈpɜː.mə.nənt.li/

permanently

永久地
Meaning
in a way that lasts or remains unchanged for a long time or forever
Example
She moved to the city permanently after finishing her studies.
她在完成学业后永久地搬到了这座城市。
A1 noun /ˈpiːpl/

people

人们
Meaning
a group of human beings collectively
Example
The people in the town gathered for the festival.
城里的人们为节日聚集。
C2 adjective /ˈviː.ni.əl/

Venial

可原谅的；不严重错误；轻微的
Meaning
forgivable; not seriously wrong; minor
Example
His late arrival was considered a venial offense.
他的迟到被认为是一个可原谅的过错。
C2 noun /əbˈstrʌkʃənɪst/

obstructionist

Meaning
a person who deliberately delays or prevents progress by being uncooperative or oppositional
Example
The obstructionist in the committee kept delaying the decision-making process.
C2 noun /ˈflætʃələns/

flatulence

消化系统中的气体积聚
Meaning
the accumulation of gas in the digestive system; excessive gas in the stomach or intestines
Example
Eating beans can sometimes cause flatulence.
吃豆子有时会引起腹胀。
C1 noun /ˈlɛɡɪŋ/

legging

紧身裤
Meaning
tight-fitting stretch pants, typically worn by women for exercise or casual wear
Example
She bought a new pair of black leggings for the gym.
她为健身房买了一条新的黑色紧身裤。
A1 pronoun /ˈsʌmθɪŋ/

something

某事
Meaning
an unspecified or unknown thing
Example
I think something is wrong with my phone.
我觉得我的手机有些问题。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈkʌm/

overcome

克服
Meaning
To succeed in dealing with a problem or difficulty.
Example
You can overcome procrastination with planning.
你可以通过计划来克服拖延症。
C1 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈskraɪbəbəl/

Indescribable

无法形容
Meaning
impossible to describe or express in words; beyond description
Example
The beauty of the sunset was indescribable.
夕阳的美丽是无法形容的。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnhɒˈspɪtəbl/

inhospitable

不适宜居住的
Meaning
Harsh and difficult to live in; unfriendly or unwelcoming to guests.
Example
The desert is an inhospitable environment for most plants.
沙漠是大多数植物无法生存的环境。
C2 noun /ˌpærəˈɡɔːrɪk/

paregoric

含鸦片的药物
Meaning
a medicine containing opium, once used to relieve pain and diarrhea
Example
Doctors once prescribed paregoric to treat diarrhea in children.
医生曾经开具帕雷戈里克来治疗儿童的腹泻。
A2 adjective /ˈrʌʃən/

russian

Meaning
relating to Russia, its people, or its language
Example
She is studying the Russian language at university.
C2 verb /frɪsk/

frisk

搜查
Meaning
To search a person by patting their clothing to check for concealed items.
Example
The security guard frisked the man at the entrance.
安保人员在入口处搜查了那名男子。
C1 verb /dɪˈspɜːrs/

disperse

驱散
Meaning
To scatter or spread widely in different directions.
Example
The police used tear gas to disperse the crowd.
警方使用催泪瓦斯驱散人群。
C1 noun /ˈænərkɪst/

anarchist

无政府主义者
Meaning
a person who believes in or promotes the absence of government or authority
Example
The anarchist group protested against state control.
无政府主义者团体反对国家控制。
B2 adjective /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/

definitive

决定性
Meaning
serving as a final or most authoritative form; conclusive and decisive
Example
The committee reached a definitive agreement on the policy.
委员会就政策达成了决定性协议。
C2 adjective /ˈhaɪˌbraʊ/

highbrow

知识分子
Meaning
intellectually superior or cultured; often describing art, literature, or activities appealing to intellectual tastes
Example
The museum is known for its highbrow exhibitions.
该博物馆以其知识分子展览而闻名。
C1 noun /ˌdɛsɪˈmeɪʃən/

decimation

大规模摧毁
Meaning
The act of destroying or killing a large proportion of something.
Example
The decimation of the city left thousands homeless.
城市的毁灭使成千上万的人无家可归。
C1 adjective /ˈsɔːrdɪd/

sordid

可耻的
Meaning
involving immoral or dishonorable actions; dirty or unpleasant
Example
The newspaper exposed the politician's sordid past.
报纸曝光了那位政治家的可耻过去。
A2 verb /bleɪm/

blame

责怪
Meaning
to hold responsible for a fault; to find fault with
Example
Don't blame me for the mistake.
别把错误怪在我身上。
C1 noun /ˈviːəməns/

Vehemence

强烈; 感情或表达的强度
Meaning
great forcefulness or intensity of feeling or expression; passionate conviction
Example
He argued with such vehemence that everyone was surprised.
他辩论时的强烈情感让每个人都感到吃惊。
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 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 noun ˌsænɪˈteɪʃən

sanitation

卫生
Meaning
Conditions relating to public health, especially the provision of clean drinking water and adequate sewage disposal.
Example
Good sanitation practices are key to preventing infestations.
良好的卫生实践是防止侵扰的关键。
B2 noun /ɡriːf/

Grief

深深的悲伤；痛苦
Meaning
deep sorrow, especially that caused by someone's death; trouble or suffering
Example
The family was overwhelmed with grief after losing their beloved pet.
失去心爱的宠物后，家庭陷入了深深的悲伤。
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.
C1 noun /ˈnoʊmæd/

nomad

游牧民
Meaning
A person who has no permanent home and moves from place to place.
Example
The desert was once home to nomads who lived by herding animals.
沙漠曾经是游牧民的家，他们靠放牧生存。
A2 noun /ˈpoʊɪm/

poem

诗歌
Meaning
a piece of writing that expresses ideas, feelings, or tells a story in a distinct form, often using rhyme or meter
Example
She wrote a beautiful poem for her mother.
她为她的母亲写了一首美丽的诗歌。
A2 noun /nʌt/

nut

坚果
Meaning
a hard-shelled fruit that contains a seed, or a small metal piece used in machinery
Example
She ate a peanut, which is a type of nut.
她吃了一颗花生，这是坚果的一种。
C1 noun /ˈpoʊl.stɑːr/

Polestar

北极星
Meaning
a bright star that appears to stay in the same position in the sky and is used for navigation
Example
Sailors used the polestar to navigate across the ocean.
水手们用北极星导航穿越大海。
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 adjective /veɪɡ/

Vague

模糊; 不确定
Meaning
unclear or uncertain in meaning; not clearly expressed
Example
His explanation was too vague for me to understand.
他的解释太模糊，我无法理解。
A2 noun /ˈdʒækɪt/

Jacket

夹克
Meaning
a piece of clothing worn on the upper body, typically having sleeves and fastening down the front
Example
He wore a leather jacket to protect himself from the cold wind.
他穿了一件皮夹克以保护自己免受寒冷的风吹。
B2 noun /əˈpoʊ.nənt/

Opponent

对手; 竞争者
Meaning
a person who disagrees with or resists a proposal or practice; someone who competes against another
Example
The chess player defeated his strongest opponent.
象棋选手击败了他最强的对手。
A1 adverb /ðɛn/

then

然后
Meaning
at that time; next in order of time or place
Example
We went to the park, and then we had lunch.
我们去了公园，然后吃午餐。
C1 verb /ˈkʌl.mɪ.neɪt/

culminate

达到顶点
Meaning
To reach the final or climactic stage of a process or activity.
Example
Years of hard work culminated in his success.
多年的辛勤工作最终以他的成功作为高潮。
C1 noun /weɪl/

Wail

哀号; 叫喊
Meaning
a prolonged cry of pain, grief, or anger; to cry loudly
Example
The child's wail could be heard throughout the house.
孩子的哭声在整座房子里都能听到。
C1 noun /oʊˈeɪ.sɪs/

Oasis

绿洲
Meaning
a fertile spot in a desert where water is found; a pleasant refuge
Example
The travelers found an oasis after days in the desert.
旅行者在沙漠中几天后找到了一个绿洲。
B1 noun /pərˈsɛntɪdʒ/

percentage

百分比
Meaning
a proportion or share in relation to a whole
Example
The percentage of students who passed the exam was high.
通过考试的学生百分比很高。
B2 noun /spæm/

spam

垃圾邮件
Meaning
unsolicited or unwanted electronic communication, typically in the form of email
Example
My inbox is full of spam emails that I need to delete.
我的收件箱里满是垃圾邮件，我需要删除它们。
C1 verb কনডেন্স

condense

凝结
Meaning
To change from gas to liquid form; to become denser.
Example
Water vapor condenses into raindrops.
水蒸气凝结成雨滴。
B2 noun /kəˈlɑːʒ/

collage

拼贴画
Meaning
A piece of art made by sticking various materials such as photographs or paper onto a surface.
Example
She created a collage using old magazine pictures.
她用旧杂志的照片制作了一幅拼贴画。
C2 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈvɜːrtɪbəl/

indivertible

Meaning
Not able to be turned aside or diverted.
Example
The judge's indivertible attention was on the case.
B2 noun /ˈspɒt.laɪt/

spotlight

Meaning
a strong beam of light directed onto a particular area; figuratively, public attention
Example
The singer stood proudly in the spotlight.
B2 noun /ˈkænjən/

canyon

峡谷
Meaning
A deep gorge, typically one with a river flowing through it.
Example
The Colorado River carved the Grand Canyon over millions of years.
科罗拉多河在数百万年间雕刻了大峡谷。
B1 verb /spaɪ/

spy

间谍
Meaning
to secretly collect information about a person, group, or country
Example
He was caught spying on his neighbor through the window.
他在窗户旁边偷偷地监视邻居时被抓住了。
B2 noun ˈnɒv.əl.ti

novelty

新颖
Meaning
The quality of being new, original, or unusual; a new or unfamiliar thing or experience.
Example
The novelty of the invention attracted investors.
发明的新颖性吸引了投资者。
A2 adverb /kwaɪt/

Quite

相当; 相对; 完全
Meaning
to a considerable extent; fairly; rather; completely
Example
The movie was quite interesting.
这部电影相当有趣。
B2 verb /ˌdɪskəˈnɛkt/

disconnect

Meaning
to detach or separate from a connection or source
Example
Please disconnect the charger from the power outlet.
C1 noun /ˈmɑːrtərdəm/

Martyrdom

殉道
Meaning
The suffering of death on account of adherence to a cause or principle
Example
His martyrdom inspired countless others to join the freedom movement.
他的殉道激励了无数其他人加入自由运动。
C1 noun/verb /ˈsaɪ.fər/

cipher

密码
Meaning
A secret or disguised way of writing; a code; to put a message into secret writing.
Example
Military messages are protected using a cipher.
军事消息通过密码保护。
C1 adjective ˈsɒvrɪn

sovereign

主权的, 最高的
Meaning
Possessing supreme or ultimate power; independent.
Example
The sovereign government has control over its currency.
主权政府控制着自己的货币。
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。
C2 verb /ʌnˈɑːrm/

unarm

解除武装
Meaning
to remove weapons from someone or to deprive of means of attack or defense
Example
The soldiers were ordered to unarm the prisoners.
士兵接到命令解除囚犯的武装。
C1 adjective /ˌoʊvərˈrɔt/

overwrought

焦虑 / 过度紧张
Meaning
extremely agitated or nervous; excessively elaborate
Example
She was too overwrought to speak clearly after the accident.
她在事故后太焦虑，无法清楚地讲话。
C1 verb ɪˈræd.ɪ.keɪt

eradicate

根除
Meaning
To destroy completely; to put an end to something undesirable.
Example
Vaccination programs help eradicate infectious diseases.
疫苗接种计划帮助根除传染性疾病。
B2 noun /ˈaɪ.lɪd/

Eyelid

眼皮
Meaning
either of the upper or lower folds of skin that cover the eye when closed
Example
Her eyelids felt heavy with sleep.
她的眼皮因睡意而感到沉重。
C1 noun /ˈwiː.vər/

Weaver

织工
Meaning
a person who makes cloth by interlacing threads on a loom
Example
The skilled weaver created intricate patterns on the silk fabric.
熟练的织工在丝绸布料上创造了复杂的图案。
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.
A1 noun /ɪɡˈzɑːm.pəl/

example

例子
Meaning
a thing or person regarded as a model to be followed or avoided
Example
He is a good example of a hardworking student.
他是一个勤奋学生的好例子。
C1 noun /ˈroʊz ˈwɔː.tər/

Rose-water

玫瑰水
Meaning
a flavored water made by steeping rose petals in water, used in cooking and cosmetics
Example
She added a few drops of rose-water to the dessert.
她在甜点中加入了几滴玫瑰水。
C2 noun ˈɔː.tɑː.ki

autarky

自给自足, 经济独立
Meaning
Economic independence or self-sufficiency; a policy of establishing a self-sufficient national economy.
Example
Some nations aim for autarky to reduce reliance on imports.
一些国家通过减少对进口的依赖，追求自给自足。
C1 adjective /traɪt/

trite

陈腐的
Meaning
Overused and lacking originality.
Example
The speech was full of trite phrases.
演讲中充满了陈词滥调。
C2 noun/adjective /ˈæl.əˌbæs.tər/

alabaster

白色矿石（类似石膏的矿物）
Meaning
A fine-grained, usually white variety of gypsum, often used for carving; also describes something smooth and pale like alabaster.
Example
The statue was carved from pure alabaster.
雕像是用纯净的阿拉巴斯特雕刻的。
B1 noun /kənˈviː.ni.əns/

Convenience

便利
Meaning
the state of being able to proceed with something without difficulty; a thing that contributes to an easy way of life
Example
The convenience of online shopping has changed how people buy products.
在线购物的便利改变了人们购买产品的方式。
C2 adjective /ˌstætʃuˈɛsk/

statuesque

雕像般的
Meaning
Having the grace, beauty, or dignity of a statue; tall and attractively proportioned.
Example
She had a statuesque figure that turned heads wherever she went.
她有着雕像般的身形，每走到哪里都会吸引视线。
B2 adjective /ˈskætərd/

Scattered

分散的; 散落的;
Meaning
spread widely apart; dispersed; occurring here and there
Example
Scattered showers are expected throughout the day.
预计全天都会有分散的降雨。
C1 noun /ˈʃæmbəlz/

shambles

一片混乱
Meaning
a state of complete disorder or ruin
Example
After the storm, the whole town was in shambles.
风暴过后，整个城镇陷入了一片混乱。
C2 verb /ˈkæstɪˌɡeɪt/

castigate

严厉批评
Meaning
To criticize someone severely or to punish harshly.
Example
The teacher castigated the students for their poor behavior.
老师因学生不良行为而严厉批评他们。
B2 noun /əˈsaɪləm/

asylum

庇护所
Meaning
Protection or shelter, especially given to refugees or the mentally ill.
Example
The refugees sought asylum in the neighboring country.
难民在邻国寻求庇护。
B2 noun /ˈmaɪnd.fʊl.nəs/

mindfulness

正念
Meaning
The basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we're doing.
Example
Mindfulness practices improve focus and emotional balance.
正念练习可以改善专注力和情感平衡。
B1 noun /dɪˈpɑː.tʃər/

Departure

出发
Meaning
the action of leaving, especially to start a journey; a deviation from an established course
Example
The departure of the train was delayed by thirty minutes due to technical issues.
由于技术问题，火车的出发推迟了三十分钟。
C1 verb /dɪsˈsætɪsfaɪ/

dissatisfy

使不满
Meaning
to fail to please or meet expectations; to make someone unhappy
Example
The poor service dissatisfies many customers.
糟糕的服务让许多顾客不满意。
B2 noun ˈhæb.ɪt fɔːrˌmeɪ.ʃən

habit formation

习惯形成
Meaning
The process of creating a habit through regular practice and repetition.
Example
Habit formation requires consistency and discipline.
习惯的形成需要一致性和纪律。
C1 noun /skwɔːl/

squall

暴风骤雨
Meaning
a sudden violent gust of wind, often accompanied by rain, snow, or sleet
Example
A sudden squall caught the sailors off guard.
一阵突如其来的暴风骤雨让水手们措手不及。
C1 noun /ˌrɛstɪˈtjuːʃən/

restitution

赔偿
Meaning
The act of restoring something to its rightful owner or compensating for loss
Example
The court ordered restitution to the victims of the fraud.
法院命令对欺诈受害者进行赔偿。
A1 adjective, adverb, verb /ˈbɛtər/

better

Meaning
of a more excellent or effective type or quality; to surpass or improve
Example
He felt better after taking the medicine.
B2 noun /æʃ/

ash

灰烬
Meaning
the powdery residue left after the burning of a substance
Example
After the fire, only ash remained of the house.
火灾过后，只有房子的灰烬留下。