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B2 noun /ˈkʌlprɪt/

culprit

罪犯
Meaning
a person who is responsible for a crime or misdeed
Example
The police caught the culprit behind the robbery.
警察抓住了抢劫案背后的罪犯。
B1 noun /ˈfaɪər.mən/

Fireman

消防员
Meaning
a person whose job is to extinguish fires and rescue people
Example
The brave fireman rescued the family from the burning building.
勇敢的消防员从燃烧的建筑中救出了家庭。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈrɪəl/

unreal

不真实的
Meaning
not real or not based on reality; exaggerated or imaginary
Example
The experience felt unreal after the sudden news.
突如其来的消息后,这种经历感觉不真实。
C2 noun /dʒenˈtɪl.ə.ti/

Gentility

绅士风度; 精致
Meaning
social superiority as demonstrated by polite and refined manners; the quality of being well-mannered and refined
Example
Her natural gentility and grace made her popular among high society circles.
她的自然绅士风度和优雅使她在上层社会圈子中非常受欢迎。
C1 noun səbˈsɪs.təns

subsistence

生计
Meaning
The action or fact of maintaining or supporting oneself at a minimum level.
Example
Many farmers depend on subsistence agriculture.
许多农民依靠自给农业谋生。
B1 noun /ˈmɪʃ.ən/

Mission

一个重要的任务或使命,分配给个人或团队;一个特定的目标或目的
Meaning
An important task or assignment given to a person or group; a specific purpose or goal
Example
The astronauts completed their mission to the space station.
宇航员完成了他们的任务,前往太空站。
C2 noun /ˌrɛtəˈrɪʃən/

rhetorician

雄辩家
Meaning
A person who is skilled in the art of rhetoric or persuasive speaking/writing.
Example
The rhetorician captivated the audience with his eloquence.
雄辩家凭借其雄辩技巧吸引了听众。
B2 noun /ˈkɒn.trɪ.bjʊ.tər/

contributor

贡献者
Meaning
a person who gives something to help achieve a result
Example
He was a regular contributor to the local newspaper.
他是当地报纸的常驻贡献者。
A2 adjective /ˌwel ˈdʌn/

Well-done

做得好; 完全煮熟
Meaning
performed skillfully and successfully; cooked thoroughly
Example
The project was well-done and impressed everyone.
项目做得好,令所有人印象深刻。
C2 noun /ˈpɛd.ən.tri/

pedantry

对小细节或规则的过度关注
Meaning
Excessive concern with minor details or rules.
Example
His pedantry made the meeting unnecessarily long.
他的偏执让会议变得不必要地漫长。
C1 noun /ˌsæl.ɪ.naɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

salinization

盐分增加
Meaning
The process of increasing salt content in soil.
Example
Excessive irrigation can cause salinization of farmland.
过度灌溉可能导致农田盐分增加。
B2 adjective /ɪˈmɒrəl/

immoral

不道德的
Meaning
Not conforming to accepted standards of morality; unethical or wicked.
Example
He was fired for his immoral behavior.
他因不道德的行为被解雇了。
C2 verb /ɪˈnjʊər/

inure

习惯
Meaning
To become accustomed to something, especially something unpleasant.
Example
Soldiers quickly became inured to the harsh conditions.
士兵们迅速适应了严酷的条件。
C2 noun /ˈæpəˌlɔːɡ/

apologue

道德故事
Meaning
a short moral story or fable intended to teach a lesson
Example
The teacher used an old apologue to explain honesty to the children.
老师用一个旧的道德故事向孩子们解释诚实。
C1 noun /ˈkætərækt/

cataract

白内障 / 瀑布
Meaning
A medical condition causing clouding of the eye's lens; also a large waterfall.
Example
The old man suffered from cataracts in both eyes.
那位老年人双眼都患有白内障。
C1 noun, verb /kriːs/

crease

褶皱, 折痕
Meaning
a line or fold produced on paper, cloth, or other material; to make a fold or wrinkle
Example
She ironed the shirt carefully to remove every crease.
她小心地熨烫衬衫,去除每一道褶皱。
B1 noun əˈreɪndʒmənt

arrangement

安排
Meaning
The way things are organized, positioned, or structured.
Example
The arrangement of protons in the nucleus is critical.
质子在原子核中的排列至关重要。
A2 noun /ˈstʌmək/

Stomach

Meaning
the organ in the body where food is digested; the belly or abdomen
Example
My stomach hurts after eating too much.
吃太多后我的胃痛。
C1 noun /ˈdʒɛntri/

gentry

贵族阶层
Meaning
People of good social position, usually of high birth or wealthy landowners
Example
The gentry of the town gathered for the annual ball.
城市的贵族阶层聚集在一起参加年度舞会。
B2 adjective /ˈdjʊərəbəl/

Durable

耐用的; 强壮的; 结实的
Meaning
able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; lasting; strong
Example
This durable fabric will last for many years.
这款耐用面料将持续多年。
C1 adjective səˈblaɪm

sublime

崇高的, 壮丽的, 庄严的
Meaning
Of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration or awe.
Example
The sublime beauty of the mountain landscape took my breath away.
那座山脉的崇高美景让我屏住了呼吸。
C1 noun /ˈtoʊtəm/

totem

神圣象征
Meaning
A natural object, animal, or symbol that is revered as a spiritual emblem by a group or tribe.
Example
The eagle is considered a sacred totem in many cultures.
老鹰在许多文化中被视为神圣的图腾。
C1 adjective /kəmˈpensətɔːri/

compensatory

赔偿性的
Meaning
serving to make up for a loss, damage, or injury
Example
The court awarded him compensatory damages.
法院判给他赔偿性赔偿金。
C1 verb /ˈdʒʌɡəl/

juggle

杂耍
Meaning
To continuously toss and catch objects in the air; to manage many tasks at the same time.
Example
He tried to juggle work, studies, and family responsibilities.
他试图同时处理工作、学习和家庭责任。
B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zər/

Razor

剃须刀
Meaning
a sharp-edged instrument used for shaving hair from the skin
Example
He shaved his beard with a sharp razor.
他用一把锋利的剃须刀刮胡子。
B1 noun /ˌmæθəˈmætɪks/

mathematics

数学
Meaning
the abstract science of number, quantity, and space; the study of numbers and their operations
Example
Mathematics helps us understand patterns in nature and the universe.
数学帮助我们理解自然界和宇宙中的模式。
C1 noun /ˈtʃɪz.əl/

Chisel

凿子
Meaning
a tool with a sharp flat edge used for cutting or shaping wood, stone, or metal
Example
The carpenter used a chisel to carve the wood.
木匠用凿子雕刻木头。
B2 verb /skɪm/

skim

快速阅读
Meaning
to move quickly over a surface or to read something quickly
Example
She skimmed through the report before the meeting.
她在会议前快速浏览了报告。
C1 adjective /ˈtɛnəbl/

tenable

可防御的
Meaning
able to be defended or maintained against attack or objection
Example
His argument was strong and tenable in court.
他的论点在法庭上既强大又可防守。
C2 noun /ˈʌm.brə/

Umbra

完全的阴影,太阳黑子的黑暗中心
Meaning
the fully shaded inner region of a shadow cast by an opaque object; the dark center of a sunspot
Example
During the eclipse, we stood in the moon's umbra.
在日食期间,我们站在月亮的本影中。
A2 noun fɔːrs

force

Meaning
A physical power or energy that can cause movement, change, or influence.
Example
Strong nuclear force binds particles.
强大的核力将粒子结合在一起。
B2 verb prəˈlɒŋ

prolong

延长
Meaning
To extend the duration of something; to make something last longer.
Example
A healthy diet helps prolong life expectancy.
健康饮食有助于延长预期寿命。
B2 noun pəˈspek.tɪvz

perspectives

观点
Meaning
A particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view.
Example
New perspectives enhance understanding.
新的观点促进理解。
C1 noun/verb /kruːˈseɪd/

crusade

十字军,激烈运动
Meaning
a vigorous campaign for a social, political, or religious cause; to fight passionately for a cause
Example
She has been crusading for women's rights all her life.
她为妇女权利而斗争了一生。
C2 verb /əˈsɛvəˌreɪt/

asseverate

断言
Meaning
to affirm or declare positively and earnestly
Example
He asseverated that he had never seen the man before.
他断言他从未见过那个人。
C1 verb /ˈkwɪvər/

quiver

颤抖
Meaning
To tremble or shake with slight but rapid motion.
Example
Her lips began to quiver as she tried not to cry.
她的嘴唇开始颤抖,因为她试图不哭。
C2 noun /ˈɔɪl.mən/

Oilman

石油商
Meaning
a person who works in the oil industry; someone who sells oil or petroleum products
Example
The oilman discovered a new oil field in the desert.
石油商在沙漠中发现了一个新的油田。
B1 noun /ˈsʌn.laɪt/

sunlight

阳光
Meaning
Direct light from the sun.
Example
Sunlight does not reach the abyssal depths of the ocean.
阳光无法到达海洋的深渊。
C2 noun /hɜːrs/

Hearse

灵车;
Meaning
a vehicle for conveying the coffin at a funeral; a funeral car
Example
The black hearse slowly made its way to the cemetery, followed by a procession of mourners.
黑色的灵车缓缓驶向墓地,后面跟着一队哀悼的人。
C1 noun /niːʃ/

Niche

市场细分, 专门领域, 目标市场
Meaning
A specialized segment of the market for a particular kind of product or service.
Example
Finding the right niche is key to a successful business.
找到正确的细分市场是成功经营的关键。
C1 noun /wɪsp/

wisp

一小束或一片
Meaning
A small thin or twisted bunch, piece, or amount of something.
Example
A wisp of smoke rose from the chimney.
一缕烟雾从烟囱升起。
C2 adjective /æbˈhɔːr.ənt/

Abhorrent

令人厌恶的; 讨厌的
Meaning
extremely unpleasant and causing disgust; detestable
Example
The idea of animal cruelty is abhorrent to most people.
动物残忍的想法让大多数人感到恶心。
B2 noun ˈsəʊ.ʃəl ˈdʒʌs.tɪs

social justice

社会正义
Meaning
Justice in terms of the distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges within a society.
Example
Social justice ensures equality of opportunity.
社会正义确保平等的机会。
C1 verb /kənˈsaɪn/

consign

托付
Meaning
to deliver something to a person or place, often for selling or safekeeping
Example
He consigned the package to the shipping company.
他将包裹交给了运输公司。
C1 adjective /ˈpɜːrmiəbl̩/

permeable

可渗透的
Meaning
allowing liquids or gases to pass through
Example
The soil in this area is very permeable to water.
这个地区的土壤对水非常可渗透。
C2 adjective /ˈdɪsənənt/

dissonant

不和谐
Meaning
Harsh and lacking harmony; conflicting.
Example
The orchestra produced a dissonant sound during rehearsal.
乐队在排练中发出了不和谐的声音。
B2 noun /ˌmɪsbɪˈheɪvjər/

misbehavior

不当行为
Meaning
bad or improper behavior
Example
The teacher punished the student for his misbehavior.
老师因学生的不当行为而惩罚了他。
C1 adjective /rɪˈmoʊtɪd/

remoted

远程的
Meaning
placed at a distance; made remote
Example
The system was remoted to a secure location.
系统已被远程到一个安全的地方。
C2 noun /ˈæl.ɪ.mənt/

aliment

食物
Meaning
food or nourishment that sustains life
Example
Fruits and vegetables are important aliments for a healthy body.
水果和蔬菜是维持健康身体的重要食物。
C2 adjective /ˈwɪzn feɪst/

wizen-faced

干燥皱巴巴的面孔
Meaning
Having a dry, wrinkled, and withered face.
Example
A wizen-faced old man sat quietly in the corner.
一个干燥皱巴巴的面孔的老人静静地坐在角落里。
A2 verb /sɔːrt/

sort

排序
Meaning
to arrange or categorize something
Example
Please sort the files by date.
请按日期排序文件。
C1 noun /ˌtes.tɪˈmoʊ.ni.əl/

Testimonial

推荐信
Meaning
a formal statement testifying to someone's character and qualifications
Example
The professor wrote a glowing testimonial for her former student.
教授为她的前学生写了一个出色的推荐信。
C1 verb /pərˈsɑːnɪfaɪ/

personify

幸福
Meaning
To represent or embody a quality, idea, or concept in human form.
Example
She personifies kindness and generosity.
当她收到奖项时,她无法隐藏自己的幸福。
B2 adjective /ˈtrædʒɪk/

Tragic

悲惨的
Meaning
very sad; involving death or extreme suffering
Example
The plane crash was a tragic accident.
飞机失事是一起悲惨的事故。
B2 verb /maɪˈɡreɪt/

migrate

Meaning
To move from one region or habitat to another, especially regularly according to the seasons or for work.
Example
Birds migrate south during the winter.
B2 noun /əbˈzɜːvər/

observer

观察者
Meaning
a person who watches or notices something
Example
The observer took notes during the meeting.
观察者在会议期间做了笔记。
A2 adjective ˈmed.ɪ.kəl

medical

医学的
Meaning
Relating to the practice of medicine or the treatment of illness and injuries.
Example
Medical education has improved significantly.
医学教育显著改善。
C1 verb/adjective /dɪˈdʒɛnəreɪt/

degenerate

堕落
Meaning
To decline or deteriorate in quality, character, or condition; or someone with low moral standards.
Example
The once thriving empire began to degenerate into chaos.
曾经繁荣的帝国开始衰退成混乱。
C1 noun ˌfiː.zəˈbɪl.ə.ti

feasibility

可行性
Meaning
The state or degree of being easily or conveniently done; possibility.
Example
The company conducted a feasibility study before launching the project.
公司在启动项目之前进行了可行性研究。
C1 noun /kræɡ/

crag

陡峭的悬崖或岩石面
Meaning
a steep or rugged cliff or rock face
Example
The hikers climbed the jagged crag to reach the summit.
远足者攀登陡峭的岩石面到达山顶。
B2 noun /dɪˈpləʊ.mə/

diploma

文凭
Meaning
an official document showing that a person has completed a course of study or training
Example
She received her diploma after finishing the nursing program.
她在完成护理课程后获得了文凭。
C1 adjective /ˈwaɪəri/

wiry

瘦弱而强壮
Meaning
Lean, tough, and strong, often with sinewy muscles.
Example
The wiry athlete moved with remarkable speed and agility.
那个瘦弱的运动员以惊人的速度和敏捷性移动。
B2 verb /ɪnˈdʌldʒ/

indulge

纵容
Meaning
to allow oneself to enjoy something enjoyable, often excessively
Example
He indulged in a piece of chocolate cake after dinner.
他在晚餐后沉浸在一块巧克力蛋糕中。
B2 noun /ˌtɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən/

termination

终止
Meaning
the act of ending something or the state of being ended
Example
The termination of the contract caused financial loss.
合同的终止导致了财务损失。
C2 noun /ɪɡˈzɔːrbɪtəns/

exorbitance

过度
Meaning
The quality of being excessive, unreasonable, or going beyond proper limits.
Example
The exorbitance of the hotel's prices shocked the tourists.
酒店价格的过度让游客们震惊。
C2 verb /əˈdʌltəreɪt/

adulterate

掺假
Meaning
to make something poorer in quality by adding another substance, usually of lower quality
Example
The company was fined for adulterating its products with cheap chemicals.
该公司因将其产品篡改成便宜的化学品而被罚款。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈtændʒəbl/

intangible

无形的
Meaning
Unable to be touched or grasped; not having a physical presence.
Example
Trust is an intangible quality in relationships.
信任是关系中一种无形的品质。
B2 adjective /ˈtaɪm.li/

Timely

及时的; 准时的
Meaning
happening at the right time; punctual
Example
His timely arrival saved the meeting.
他及时的到达拯救了会议。
C1 noun /ˈbuːt.stræp.ɪŋ/

bootstrapping

自筹资金
Meaning
Starting a business with personal resources or small investments without external funding or venture capital.
Example
Many entrepreneurs rely on bootstrapping to launch their businesses.
许多企业家依靠自筹资金启动他们的业务。
B2 adjective kəˈlɛktɪv

collective

集体的
Meaning
Done by people acting as a group; shared by all members of a group.
Example
Victory Day represents our collective pride.
胜利日代表着我们的集体荣誉。
C1 verb /ˈflʌtər/

flutter

拍动 / 颤动
Meaning
to move or flap quickly and lightly; to beat or wave with small rapid motions
Example
The butterfly began to flutter its wings in the sunlight.
蝴蝶开始在阳光下扑动它的翅膀。
B2 noun /ˈɛdʒuˌkeɪtər/

educator

教育工作者
Meaning
a person who provides education; a teacher or instructor
Example
She is a dedicated educator who inspires her students every day.
她是一位献身的教育工作者,每天都在激励她的学生。
C1 noun /ˈsɪlk.wɜːrm/

Silk-worm

Meaning
the caterpillar of a moth that produces silk fibers used to make silk fabric
Example
Silkworms feed on mulberry leaves to produce silk.
蚕虫以桑叶为食,产生丝绸。
A2 noun/verb /ɡraʊnd/

ground

地面
Meaning
the solid surface of the earth; to prohibit someone (often a child) from going out
Example
The children played on the ground near the house.
孩子们在靠近房子的地方玩耍。
B2 noun /ˌdaɪəˈbiːtiːz/

diabetes

幸福
Meaning
a medical condition in which the body cannot properly control the level of sugar in the blood
Example
He was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes last year.
她收到奖项时,无法掩饰自己的幸福。
A2 verb /noʊt/

note

记录
Meaning
to write down or observe something; to pay attention to
Example
Please note the important points during the lecture.
请在讲座中注意重要的要点。
C2 noun /dʒɛˌstɪkjʊˈleɪʃən/

gesticulation

手势
Meaning
a gesture, especially a dramatic one, used instead of speaking or to emphasize speech
Example
His speech was full of passionate gesticulations.
他的演讲充满了激情的手势。
B1 noun /ˈproʊtiːn/

protein

Meaning
a molecule composed of amino acids essential for bodily functions
Example
Proteins are essential for building and repairing tissues in the body.
C1 noun /sərˈveɪər/

surveyor

测量员
Meaning
A person who measures and maps land, buildings, or other features.
Example
The surveyor measured the land for construction.
测量员为建设测量了土地。
B2 adjective /ˌfjuːtʃəˈrɪstɪk/

futuristic

未来主义的
Meaning
Having or involving very modern technology or design that is advanced beyond what is currently available
Example
Futuristic technologies are transforming industries worldwide.
未来主义技术正在改变全球的行业。
C2 adjective /ˌɪrɪˈdjuːsəbl/

irreducible

不可约的
Meaning
impossible to reduce or simplify further
Example
The fraction 3/7 is irreducible.
分数 3/7 是不可约的。
B2 noun /ˈnæp.kɪn/

Nap Kin

餐巾
Meaning
a piece of cloth or paper used for wiping the mouth and hands while eating
Example
She placed the napkin on her lap before starting dinner.
她在开始吃晚餐前,把餐巾放在了自己的膝盖上。
C1 verb /kənˈdəʊn/

condone

宽容
Meaning
To accept or allow behavior that is morally wrong or offensive.
Example
The manager refused to condone harassment in the workplace.
经理拒绝在工作场所宽容骚扰。
B1 noun /ˈrezɪdənt/

Resident

居民
Meaning
a person who lives somewhere permanently or on a long-term basis; living in a particular place
Example
She has been a resident of this city for over ten years.
她已经是这个城市的居民超过十年了。
C1 verb /ˈfæbrɪkeɪt/

fabricate

编造
Meaning
to invent or concoct something, often with the intent to deceive; or to construct or manufacture
Example
The witness fabricated his testimony to protect himself.
证人为了保护自己而编造了他的证词。
A2 adverb /ˈɔːlmoʊst/

almost

差不多
Meaning
very nearly, but not exactly or completely
Example
He almost missed the train.
他差点错过了火车。
C1 verb /daɪˈluːt/

dilute

稀释
Meaning
To make a liquid thinner or weaker by adding water or another solvent.
Example
You should dilute the juice with water before serving it to children.
你应该在给孩子们提供之前把果汁稀释一下。
C1 noun /ˌɑːrbɪˈtreɪʃən/

arbitration

仲裁
Meaning
the process of resolving a dispute through an impartial third party whose decision is binding; formal judgment outside a court
Example
The contract requires arbitration to settle any disputes.
合同规定任何争议应通过仲裁解决。
B2 noun /θɛft/

theft

偷竊
Meaning
the action or crime of stealing
Example
The theft of his wallet was reported to the police.
他的錢包被報告給警方。
C1 noun sælˈveɪʃən

salvation

救赎
Meaning
Deliverance from sin and its consequences, believed by Christians to be brought about by faith in Christ.
Example
The story revolves around the theme of salvation.
故事围绕救赎的主题展开。
C1 noun /ˈkʌˈs.tə.di/

Custody

监护; 拘留; 保护
Meaning
the protective care or guardianship of someone or something; imprisonment or detention
Example
After the divorce, they shared custody of their children equally.
离婚后,他们平等地分享了孩子的监护权。
C1 adjective /fəˈnɛtɪk/

phonetic

语音的
Meaning
relating to the sounds of speech or pronunciation
Example
The teacher taught the students the phonetic spelling of difficult words.
老师教学生们困难单词的音标拼写。
B2 noun /ˈbæk.boʊn/

Backbone

脊柱
Meaning
the series of vertebrae extending from the skull to the pelvis; spine
Example
He injured his backbone in the accident.
他在事故中伤了他的脊柱。
C2 noun /rɪˈvaɪ.zəl/

revisal

修订
Meaning
The act of revising, reviewing, or making changes to something.
Example
The revisal of the contract took longer than expected.
合同的修订比预期花费了更多时间。
B2 verb /prɪˈskrʌɪb/

prescribe

开药
Meaning
to recommend or authorize the use of something, especially medicine
Example
The doctor prescribed medication for my cold.
医生给我开了药治我的感冒。
C2 noun /ʃɪˈkeɪnəri/

chicanery

欺诈
Meaning
The use of trickery or deception to achieve a purpose.
Example
The politician was accused of chicanery to win the election.
这位政治家因利用欺诈手段赢得选举而被指控。
C1 noun /ˈvænɡɑːrd/

vanguard

先锋
Meaning
the forefront of an action, movement, or military force
Example
The company is at the vanguard of technological innovation.
该公司处于技术创新的先锋地位。
C1 noun /ˈɛksələnsɪ/

excellency

阁下
Meaning
a title of honor for people of high rank, especially ambassadors or governors
Example
His Excellency the Ambassador attended the ceremony.
阁下大使参加了仪式。
A2 noun /daʊt/

Doubt

怀疑; 不信任; 疑虑
Meaning
a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction; distrust or suspicion
Example
There was no doubt in her mind that she had made the right decision.
她毫不怀疑自己做出了正确的决定。
B1 adjective /ˈnær.oʊ/

Narrow

狭窄的; 限制的; 受限的
Meaning
having a small width; thin; limited in scope; restricted
Example
The narrow street was barely wide enough for two cars.
这条狭窄的街道几乎不足以容纳两辆车。
B1 noun /sərˈtɪfɪkət/

certificate

证书
Meaning
a document serving as proof of achievement or qualification
Example
She received a certificate for completing the course.
她因完成课程而获得了证书。
B2 adjective /boʊld/

Bold

大胆; 自信; 勇敢
Meaning
brave; confident; daring
Example
He made a bold decision to start his own business.
他做出了大胆的决定,开始了自己的生意。
A2 noun /pɒt/

Pot

Meaning
a deep round container used for cooking food
Example
She put the vegetables in a large pot to make soup.
她把蔬菜放进一个大锅里做汤。
A2 verb /ˈriːəlaɪz/

realize

意识到
Meaning
to become aware of; to understand clearly; to achieve or make real
Example
I didn't realize how late it was until I checked the clock.
我没意识到已经这么晚了,直到我看了钟。
C1 verb, noun /klɑːɡ/

clog

堵塞 / 木鞋
Meaning
to block or become blocked; a type of heavy wooden shoe
Example
The sink was clogged with food waste.
水槽被食物废料堵住了。
B1 verb /ɪmˈplɔɪ/

employ

雇佣
Meaning
to hire someone to do a job; to use something effectively
Example
The company plans to employ more engineers next year.
公司计划明年雇用更多的工程师。
C1 verb /diːˈfjuːz/

defuse

Meaning
To make a situation less dangerous, tense, or explosive; to remove a fuse from a bomb.
Example
The negotiator helped defuse the tense situation.
B2 noun /lʌŋ/

Lung

Meaning
either of the two organs in the chest that you use for breathing
Example
Smoking can cause serious damage to your lungs.
吸烟可能会对你的肺造成严重损害。
C2 adjective /ɪnˈkɑːdʒɪtənt/

incogitant

缺乏思考
Meaning
Lacking thought; inconsiderate or thoughtless.
Example
It was incogitant of him to make such a rude comment.
他做出如此粗鲁的评论是缺乏思考的。
A2 adjective /ˈwɜːrid/

worried

担忧
Meaning
feeling anxious or concerned about something
Example
She was worried about the upcoming exam.
她对即将到来的考试感到担忧。
B2 noun /ɒdz/

odds

可能性
Meaning
the likelihood or probability of something happening; chances for or against something
Example
The odds of winning the lottery are very low.
中彩票的机会非常小。
C1 noun /ˈɪnˌmeɪt/

inmate

囚犯
Meaning
a person confined to an institution such as a prison or hospital
Example
The prison has over a thousand inmates.
监狱里有超过一千名囚犯。
C2 verb /ˌnɒnˈplʌs/

nonplus

使困惑
Meaning
To surprise and confuse someone so much that they are unsure how to react.
Example
The unexpected question seemed to nonplus the speaker.
这个意外的问题似乎让发言者感到困惑。
C1 adjective /ˈsʌpl/

supple

柔韧的
Meaning
Easily bending or moving without breaking; flexible and adaptable.
Example
The gymnast’s body was remarkably supple.
体操运动员的身体异常柔韧。
B2 adjective ˌrev.əˈluː.ʃən.ər.i

revolutionary

革命性的
Meaning
Involving or causing a complete or dramatic change.
Example
Revolutionary ideas are reshaping the industry.
革命性的思想正在改变这个行业。
A2 adverb /əˈhɛd/

ahead

前面
Meaning
in front; in advance; before someone or something in position or progress
Example
She walked ahead of the group.
她走在小组前面。
C2 adverb /hərˈmɛtɪkli/

hermetically

密封地
Meaning
In a way that is completely airtight or sealed off.
Example
The jars were hermetically sealed to preserve freshness.
罐子被密封起来以保持新鲜。
C1 noun /ˈpæs.ɪ.fɪst/

pacifist

和平主义者
Meaning
a person who believes in peace and opposes war or violence
Example
She is a committed pacifist who campaigns against armed conflict.
她是一个坚定的和平主义者,致力于反对武装冲突。
C2 noun /əˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/

annunciation

宣布,好消息
Meaning
The announcement of something; in Christianity, the announcement by the angel Gabriel to Mary that she would conceive Jesus.
Example
The church celebrated the Feast of the Annunciation with a special service.
教堂通过特别的服务庆祝了报喜节。
C1 adjective /ˈɜːrθi/

earthy

泥土味的 / 简单
Meaning
resembling or suggestive of earth or soil; simple, natural, and sometimes coarse
Example
The dish had a rich, earthy flavor from the mushrooms.
这道菜有着来自蘑菇的丰富泥土味。
C2 verb /ˌdɪsɪnˈhɛrɪt/

disinherit

剥夺继承权
Meaning
to deprive someone, especially a child, of inheritance or right to property
Example
The father threatened to disinherit his son for his reckless actions.
父亲威胁要因儿子的鲁莽行为剥夺他的继承权。