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C1 noun /ˈkɜːrfjuː/

curfew

宵禁
Meaning
a rule requiring people to stay indoors after a certain time, usually at night
Example
The city imposed a curfew during the unrest.
城市在骚乱期间实施了宵禁。
C2 noun /ˌbæstərdaɪˈzeɪʃən/

bastardization

扭曲 / 退化
Meaning
the act of corrupting, degrading, or misrepresenting something
Example
Critics called the remake a bastardization of the original film.
评论家称重拍版是原电影的扭曲。
C2 noun /ˈɡɜːrdər/

girder

钢梁
Meaning
a large, strong beam used to support buildings or bridges
Example
The steel girders held the weight of the bridge.
钢铁梁支撑了桥的重量。
C1 verb /ʃʌnt/

shunt

转轨
Meaning
to move or turn aside; to push or divert from one track to another
Example
The train was shunted onto a different track.
火车被调到另一条轨道。
C1 noun /rɪˈspɒndənt/

respondent

响应者
Meaning
A person who replies to something, especially in a survey or legal case
Example
The survey had over 1,000 respondents.
调查有超过1000名响应者。
B2 noun /ˈrɒbəɹi/

robbery

抢劫
Meaning
the crime of stealing from someone or somewhere using force or threat
Example
The police are investigating the robbery at the local store.
警方正在调查当地商店的抢劫事件。
C1 adjective /ʃrɪl/

shrill

尖锐的声音
Meaning
High-pitched and piercing in sound.
Example
The shrill whistle startled everyone in the room.
尖锐的哨声让房间里的每个人都吓了一跳。
C2 noun /ˌædʒʊˈreɪʃən/

adjuration

郑重请求
Meaning
a solemn urging or appeal
Example
The priest made an adjuration for peace and unity.
牧师为和平与团结做出了郑重请求。
C1 verb /ˈdæmpən/

dampen

使潮湿，减弱
Meaning
to make something slightly wet; to make something less strong, active, or intense
Example
The rain dampened the excitement of the outdoor concert.
雨水减弱了户外音乐会的兴奋。
A2 adjective /ˈnætʃərəl/

natural

自然的
Meaning
existing in or derived from nature; not made or caused by humankind
Example
She prefers to use natural ingredients in her cooking.
她更喜欢在烹饪中使用天然的食材。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈfleɪtɪd/

inflated

膨胀
Meaning
excessively increased in size, value, or importance; filled with air or gas
Example
The company faced criticism for its inflated prices.
公司因其膨胀的价格而遭受批评。
C1 noun /ˌpɜːrsɪˈkjuːʃn/

persecution

迫害
Meaning
the act of treating someone cruelly or unfairly because of their religion, race, or beliefs
Example
The persecution of minorities has been condemned worldwide.
对少数民族的迫害在全球范围内遭到谴责。
C2 adjective /ˈɪkθiɪk/

ichthyic

鱼类的
Meaning
Relating to or resembling fish.
Example
The artist's painting had an ichthyic quality.
艺术家的画作具有鱼类的特质。
B2 adjective /ˈslɪp.ər.i/

Slippery

湿滑的
Meaning
smooth and difficult to hold; causing sliding or slipping
Example
The wet floor was very slippery after cleaning.
清洁后地板非常湿滑。
C1 adjective /ˌɔːrθəˈpiːdɪk/

orthopedic

与骨骼或肌肉畸形的矫正有关
Meaning
Relating to the correction of deformities of bones or muscles.
Example
She visited an orthopedic surgeon for her back pain.
她因为背痛去看了骨科医生。
C1 adjective dʒuːˈdɪʃ.əs

judicious

明智
Meaning
Having, showing, or done with good judgment or sense; wise and careful.
Example
A judicious decision can prevent future problems.
明智的决定可以防止未来的问题。
B2 noun /ˈɪɡ.nər.əns/

Ignorance

无知
Meaning
lack of knowledge or information; the state of being uninformed about something
Example
His ignorance about basic computer skills made it difficult for him to find a job.
他对基本计算机技能的无知使他很难找到工作。
C1 verb /drɛntʃ/

drench

浸湿
Meaning
to make someone or something completely wet
Example
The sudden rain drenched the players on the field.
突如其来的大雨让场上的球员全部湿透。
C2 adjective /ˈmɪn.ɪ.skjuːl/

miniscule

微小
Meaning
Extremely small or tiny.
Example
The error was so miniscule that nobody noticed it.
这个错误如此微小，以至于没人注意到它。
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。
A2 noun /ədˈvaɪs/

advice

建议
Meaning
Guidance or recommendations offered with regard to prudent future action.
Example
Experts provide advice for better air quality.
专家提供建议，以改善空气质量。
B2 verb /plʌndʒ/

plunge

迅速跳入或潜水；突然下降
Meaning
to jump or dive quickly; to fall sharply
Example
She plunged into the swimming pool.
她跳进了游泳池。
C1 adjective /ˈpɛnsɪv/

pensive

沉思
Meaning
Engaged in deep or serious thought.
Example
She looked pensive as she stared out of the window.
她看起来若有所思地凝视着窗外。
C1 noun /fiˈæs.koʊ/

fiasco

彻底失败
Meaning
a complete failure, especially a ludicrous or humiliating one
Example
The event turned into a complete fiasco due to poor planning.
由于糟糕的规划，活动变成了彻底的失败。
C1 verb /ˈbrændɪʃ/

brandish

挥舞
Meaning
to wave or flourish something, especially a weapon, in a threatening or showy way
Example
He brandished a sword to scare off the intruders.
他挥舞着剑把入侵者吓走了。
C2 adjective /ˈæb.ə.rənt/

aberrant

异常
Meaning
deviating from what is normal or expected; abnormal
Example
His aberrant behavior shocked everyone at the meeting.
他的异常行为让会议上的每个人都感到震惊。
C1 adjective /ˌʌnbɪˈkʌmɪŋ/

unbecoming

不合适的
Meaning
Not proper or appropriate for a person; unsuitable.
Example
His rude behavior was unbecoming of a leader.
他的粗鲁行为对于一个领导者来说是不合适的。
B2 verb /ˈɪntɪɡreɪt/

integrate

整合
Meaning
To combine or bring together into a unified whole.
Example
The new system integrates data from multiple sources.
新系统整合来自多个来源的数据。
C2 verb /rɪˈvaɪl/

revile

谴责
Meaning
to criticize in an abusive or angrily insulting manner
Example
The politician was reviled by the public for his corruption.
政治家因腐败而被公众谴责。
C2 adjective /ˈblɪŋkəd/

blinkered

目光狭窄
Meaning
Having a limited or narrow outlook; unable or unwilling to consider other perspectives.
Example
His blinkered attitude stopped him from seeing the bigger picture.
他那种目光狭窄的态度使他无法看到更大的画面。
A2 adjective /ɪnˈdʒɔɪ.ə.bəl/

Enjoyable

愉快的; 令人愉悦的
Meaning
pleasant; giving satisfaction or pleasure
Example
The movie was very enjoyable and made everyone laugh.
这部电影非常愉快，让每个人都笑了。
B2 verb /rɪˈnuː/

renew

Meaning
to make something new again or extend its period of validity
Example
I need to renew my passport before traveling.
B1 noun /ˈdʒʌdʒ.mənt/

Judgement

判决；决定
Meaning
the ability to make considered decisions or form sensible opinions; an official decision made by a judge or court
Example
The jury's judgement was based on careful consideration of all the facts.
陪审团的判决基于对所有事实的仔细考虑。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈsɒlvənt/

insolvent

破产
Meaning
unable to pay debts owed
Example
The insolvent firm could not meet its financial obligations.
破产公司无法履行其财务义务。
C1 noun /trɔːf/

trough

槽, 低谷
Meaning
A long, narrow container from which animals eat or drink; also, a low point between waves or in business cycles.
Example
The cows drank water from the wooden trough.
奶牛从木槽里喝水。
C1 adjective /ˈprɪvi/

privy

秘密知识
Meaning
having access to secret or private knowledge
Example
She was privy to the confidential discussions.
她知道机密讨论。
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。
C2 noun /ˈbʊljən/

bullion

金或银的原料
Meaning
Gold or silver in bulk before being coined or made into jewelry.
Example
The bank stores gold bullion in its vaults.
银行将金条储存在它的保险库中。
C2 adjective ˈkoʊ.dʒənt

cogent

有说服力的
Meaning
Clear, logical, and convincing.
Example
His cogent argument convinced the jury.
他的有力论点说服了陪审团。
B2 adverb /ðɛrˈæftər/

thereafter

从那时起
Meaning
from that time on
Example
He moved to Canada and thereafter started a new life.
他搬到了加拿大，之后开始了新生活。
C1 noun /ɪnˌtɪmɪˈdeɪʃən/

intimidation

威胁
Meaning
The action of frightening or threatening someone to make them do something.
Example
The workers reported cases of intimidation by the management.
工人报告了管理层威胁的案例。
C1 noun /dɪˈfɛkʃən/

defection

叛变
Meaning
The act of abandoning one’s country, cause, or group in favor of another.
Example
The politician’s defection shocked his supporters.
这位政治家的叛变让他的支持者感到震惊。
B2 noun /ˈɔːrnəmənt/

ornament

装饰品
Meaning
A decorative object that adds beauty to something.
Example
The Christmas tree was decorated with colorful ornaments.
圣诞树上装饰着五颜六色的装饰品。
B2 noun /ˈfʊtɪdʒ/

footage

视频录制
Meaning
a recorded film or video, especially one that is used for news or documentaries
Example
The footage of the protest was shown on television all day.
抗议的录像整天在电视上播放。
C1 adjective /pɜːrt/

pert

俏皮但迷人
Meaning
attractively lively or cheeky in manner or style
Example
She gave a pert reply that made everyone laugh.
她给了一个俏皮的回答，让所有人都笑了。
B2 noun /ˈmæm.əl/

mammal

哺乳动物
Meaning
A warm-blooded animal with hair or fur, and females produce milk for their young.
Example
The whale is the largest mammal on Earth.
鲸鱼是地球上最大的哺乳动物。
B2 adjective /ɪkˈskluːdɪd/

Excluded

被排除; 被孤立
Meaning
not included; left out; barred from participation
Example
He felt excluded from the group activities and conversations.
他感到被排除在小组活动和对话之外。
B2 noun /ˈprəʊsesə/

processor

处理器
Meaning
a machine or device that processes something, especially a computer's central processing unit (CPU)
Example
The new laptop has a faster processor.
这台新笔记本电脑有一个更快的处理器。
A2 conjunction /ʌnˈlɛs/

unless

除非
Meaning
except if
Example
We won't go unless it stops raining.
除非雨停了，否则我们不去。
C2 noun /ˈmɒdɪkəm/

modicum

一点点
Meaning
a small or moderate amount of something, especially something valuable or desirable
Example
She showed a modicum of patience during the long meeting.
在漫长的会议中，她表现出了一点点耐心。
B2 adjective /ɪnˈvɪz.ə.bəl/

Invisible

看不见的
Meaning
unable to be seen; not visible to the eye
Example
The bacteria are invisible without a microscope.
细菌在没有显微镜的情况下看不见。
C2 noun /ˈaɪ.kɒn/

ikon

宗教图像或符号
Meaning
A religious image or symbol, especially in the Eastern Orthodox Church.
Example
The church displayed a beautifully painted ikon of the Virgin Mary.
教堂展示了美丽的圣母玛利亚圣像。
C2 noun /vɪm/

vim

活力
Meaning
energy and enthusiasm
Example
She performed the dance with great vim and vigor.
她充满活力和热情地表演了这支舞蹈。
B1 noun, verb /ˈfaɪ.næns/ or /fəˈnæns/

finance

金融
Meaning
the management of money and investments, or to provide funds for something
Example
The company secured finance from a major bank.
公司从一家大银行获得了融资。
C1 noun /dɪsˈlɛksiə/

dyslexia

阅读障碍
Meaning
A learning disorder characterized by difficulty reading due to problems identifying speech sounds and decoding words.
Example
The teacher used special methods to help the student with dyslexia.
老师使用了特殊的方法来帮助患有阅读障碍的学生。
B2 adjective /ˈvɪv.ɪd/

Vivid

生动的; 明亮的; 清晰的;
Meaning
producing powerful feelings or strong, clear images in the mind; bright and intense
Example
She has vivid memories of her childhood in the countryside.
她对自己在乡村的童年有着生动的记忆。
C1 adjective /ˌaʊt ən ˈaʊt/

out-and-out

完全
Meaning
complete; absolute; used to emphasize something extreme
Example
The speech was an out-and-out lie.
这个演讲是一个完全的谎言。
C1 verb /kənˈspaɪər/

conspire

密谋
Meaning
to secretly plan with others to do something harmful or illegal
Example
They conspired to overthrow the government.
他们密谋推翻政府。
C1 noun /ˈæftərˌθɔːt/

afterthought

Meaning
Something added or considered later than originally planned.
Example
The gift seemed like an afterthought rather than a genuine gesture.
C2 noun /ɪˈmɒljʊmənt/

emolument

工资
Meaning
payment for work or services; salary or fees
Example
The professor received his annual emolument from the university.
教授从大学收到了他的年薪。
A1 noun /bəˈnæn.ə/

Banana

香蕉
Meaning
a long curved fruit with yellow skin and soft sweet flesh
Example
Bananas are a good source of potassium.
香蕉是钾的良好来源。
C2 noun /ɡleɪd/

glade

林中的空地
Meaning
An open space in a forest or woods.
Example
They rested in a sunny glade after their long hike.
他们在长途跋涉后，在一个阳光明媚的空地上休息。
B2 adjective /ˈneɪ.bər.ɪŋ/

Neighbouring

邻近的; 相邻的; 邻接的
Meaning
situated next to or very near; adjacent; bordering
Example
We often visit our neighbouring countries for trade.
我们经常访问我们的邻国进行贸易。
C1 noun /ˈtæm.ər.ɪnd/

Tamarind

罗望子
Meaning
a brown tropical fruit with a tangy, sour taste used in cooking and beverages
Example
Tamarind is commonly used in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines for its sour flavor.
罗望子因其酸味在亚洲和中东料理中常用。
B2 noun pərˈsɛpʃən

perception

感知，理解
Meaning
The ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses
Example
Our perception of the situation was shaped by our prior experiences.
我们对局势的感知是由我们的先前经验塑造的。
C1 noun /ˌɪnɪkˈspɪəriəns/

inexperience

缺乏经验
Meaning
Lack of knowledge or skill in a particular activity or field.
Example
His inexperience in handling negotiations was evident.
他在谈判中的缺乏经验显而易见。
C2 noun /ˈdʒaɪrəˌskoʊp/

gyroscope

Meaning
A device consisting of a wheel or disk mounted so it can spin rapidly and maintain orientation, used for navigation and balance.
Example
The airplane's navigation system relies on a gyroscope for stability.
B2 noun /dɪˌtɜː.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

determination

决心
Meaning
Firmness of purpose; the quality of being determined; resolve.
Example
His determination to succeed was unwavering.
他为了成功的决心坚定不移。
C2 noun /ˌɪn.trəˈɡreʃ.ən/

introgression

基因引入
Meaning
The transfer of genetic information from one species to another through repeated backcrossing.
Example
Introgression plays a significant role in plant breeding.
基因引入在植物育种中起着重要作用。
C1 noun /ˈɪn.trə.vɜːrt/

introvert

内向
Meaning
A person who tends to be shy and prefers spending time alone rather than in groups.
Example
As an introvert, he preferred reading over attending parties.
作为一个内向的人，他更喜欢读书而不是参加派对。
A2 verb /bɪˈlɒŋ/

belong

属于
Meaning
to be in the right place or to be a member of a group
Example
She felt she truly belonged to the team.
她觉得她真的属于这个团队。
C1 adjective /ˈɪɡ.ni.əs/

igneous

火成
Meaning
Formed through the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.
Example
Granite is an igneous rock commonly used in construction.
花岗岩是一种常用于建筑的火成岩。
C2 noun /ˈɒksɪdənt/

occident

西方
Meaning
The countries of the West, especially Europe and America.
Example
The Occident has a long history of philosophical thought.
西方有着悠久的哲学思想历史。
A2 noun /klaʊn/

Clown

小丑; 一个搞笑的表演者，特别是在马戏团中，穿着传统的服装和夸张的化妆
Meaning
a comic entertainer, especially one in a circus, wearing a traditional costume and exaggerated makeup
Example
The children laughed loudly at the funny clown's silly antics.
孩子们大声笑着，看着那个有趣的小丑的傻乎乎的动作。
C1 verb /ɪɡˈzɔːlt/

exalt

Meaning
to praise highly or raise in rank, honor, or power
Example
The community exalted the teacher for his dedication.
C1 noun ɪnˈdaʊmənt

endowment

捐赠, 赠款
Meaning
An income or form of property given or bequeathed to someone.
Example
The university received a large endowment for research.
大学收到了大量用于研究的捐赠。
C1 verb /dɪˈkraɪ/

decry

谴责
Meaning
to publicly criticize or express strong disapproval of something
Example
Many activists decry the destruction of the rainforest.
许多活动家谴责毁灭雨林。
C1 adjective /ˈbrɪslɪŋ/

bristling

竖毛的; 充满能量
Meaning
full of energy, anger, or excitement; showing bristles standing up
Example
He entered the room bristling with confidence.
他带着自信走进了房间。
C1 noun/adjective /ˈmɒnəkrəʊm/

monochrome

单色
Meaning
A photograph, painting, or screen image in black and white or varying tones of one color.
Example
The old film was shot entirely in monochrome.
那部老电影完全是用单色拍摄的。
B2 noun /ˈɪntərfeɪs/

interface

界面
Meaning
a point where two systems, subjects, or organizations meet and interact
Example
The user interface is designed to be intuitive and user-friendly.
用户界面被设计为直观且用户友好。
B2 noun ˌɪnɪˈkwɒlɪti

inequality

不平等
Meaning
Difference in size, degree, circumstances, etc.; lack of equality.
Example
The theme of inequality is prominent throughout the story.
不平等的主题在整个故事中是显著的。
C1 verb /kwɛl/

quell

镇压
Meaning
To suppress or put an end to something, usually by force.
Example
The police were called to quell the violent protest.
警方被召唤以平息暴力抗议。
A1 noun /frɛnd/

friend

朋友
Meaning
a person with whom one has a bond of mutual affection
Example
He is my best friend.
他是我最好的朋友。
A1 adverb /bɪˈhaɪnd/

Behind

后面
Meaning
at the back of; following; lagging
Example
The car behind us was honking.
我们后面的车在按喇叭。
C2 noun /ˈjuːzjuːfrʌkt/

usufruct

使用权
Meaning
The legal right to use and enjoy the benefits of someone else’s property without owning it.
Example
The tenant had the usufruct of the land but not its ownership.
租户有权使用这片土地，但没有所有权。
B2 adverb /ˈkrɪtɪkli/

critically

严重地
Meaning
in a way that expresses disapproval or a very serious, important way
Example
He was critically injured in the accident.
他在事故中受了重伤。
A2 adverb /ɪnˈstɛd/

instead

代替
Meaning
As an alternative or substitute.
Example
She didn’t buy the dress; instead, she chose a pair of shoes.
她没有买那件裙子; 反而她选择了一双鞋子。
C2 noun /ˈbriːzˌweɪ/

breezeway

有顶走道
Meaning
A roofed outdoor passage, often connecting two buildings.
Example
The breezeway connected the house to the garage.
有顶走道将房子与车库连接在一起。
B1 noun taɪm ˈmænɪdʒmənt

time management

时间管理
Meaning
The process of planning and exercising conscious control over the amount of time spent on specific activities
Example
Time management is crucial for success.
时间管理对于成功至关重要。
C2 noun /pɜːrtʃt raɪs/

Perched rice

膨化米
Meaning
puffed rice; rice that has been heated and puffed into light, crispy grains
Example
I enjoy eating puffed rice as a healthy snack.
我喜欢把膨化米当作健康的小吃。
C1 noun /ˈɑːr.sən.əl/

arsenal

军械库
Meaning
A collection or storage place for weapons and military equipment.
Example
The army kept its weapons in a secure arsenal.
军队将武器保存在一个安全的军械库中。
C1 noun /rɪˈmɪt.əns/

Remittance

汇款
Meaning
A sum of money sent in payment or as a gift.
Example
The country's economy benefits from expatriate remittance.
该国的经济从侨汇中受益。
B1 verb /əˈdæpt/

adapt

适应
Meaning
to adjust or change something to suit new conditions or situations
Example
He quickly adapted to the new environment.
他很快适应了新环境。
C2 adjective /əˈpɒ.krɪ.fəl/

apocryphal

可疑的
Meaning
Of doubtful authenticity, though widely circulated as true.
Example
The story about him saving the village is probably apocryphal.
他救村庄的故事可能是可疑的。
C1 verb /ˈoʊvərˌhɔːl/

overhaul

全面改革
Meaning
to examine thoroughly and repair or improve something that is worn or ineffective
Example
The company decided to overhaul its outdated computer system.
公司决定彻底改革其过时的计算机系统。
C2 noun /ˈlɔːrdlɪŋ/

lordling

小领主
Meaning
A young or petty lord; someone of minor nobility.
Example
The arrogant lordling demanded respect despite his lack of experience.
那个傲慢的小领主尽管缺乏经验，仍要求尊重。
C2 adjective /ɪkˈsɛpʃənəbl/

exceptionable

不可接受的
Meaning
Open to objection; causing disapproval.
Example
His rude remarks were considered exceptionable by everyone present.
他的粗鲁评论被在场的每个人视为不可接受。
C2 adjective /ˈmɪnsɪŋ/

mincing

做作
Meaning
affectedly delicate, dainty, or refined in manner or movement
Example
He walked with mincing steps across the stage.
他走过舞台时步伐轻盈。
C2 noun /ˈpærəmʊr/

paramour

情人
Meaning
a lover, especially an illicit one
Example
The secret paramour was finally revealed.
秘密情人终于被揭露。
C1 noun /rɪˈteɪnər/

retainer

预付款 / 固定器
Meaning
a fee paid in advance to secure someone's services, or a device that holds something in place
Example
The lawyer asked for a retainer before taking the case.
律师在接案之前要求预付款。
A2 noun /ʃɛlf/

shelf

架子
Meaning
a flat surface used for storing or displaying things, typically fixed to a wall or inside a cabinet
Example
I placed the books on the shelf next to the window.
我把书放在靠窗的架子上。
C2 noun /ˈdeb.juː.tɑːnt/

debutante

首次在社交场合出现的年轻女性
Meaning
A young woman making her first formal appearance in society.
Example
The debutante wore a white gown at the ball.
这位德比坦特在舞会上穿着白色的礼服。
B1 verb /ɪnˈɡeɪdʒ/

engage

参与
Meaning
To participate or become involved in; to attract or hold attention.
Example
The teacher tried to engage the students in the discussion.
老师试图将学生们引入讨论。
C1 adverb /ˈvaɪtəli/

vitally

至关重要地
Meaning
in an extremely important or essential way; in a manner relating to life or vitality
Example
Access to clean water is vitally important for public health.
获得清洁的水对公共健康至关重要。
C2 noun /fækˈtoʊtəm/

factotum

全能工人
Meaning
an employee who does many different types of work; a general servant
Example
He worked as a factotum, handling both clerical and maintenance duties.
他作为一个全能工人工作，处理行政和维护任务。
C1 verb /dɪˈnəʊt/

denote

表示
Meaning
To be a sign of; to indicate or mean something.
Example
A red flag denotes danger.
红旗表示危险。
C1 noun/verb /freɪ/

fray

争斗, 磨损
Meaning
As a noun, a fight or heated dispute; as a verb, to unravel or wear out through friction.
Example
He tried to stay calm, but his nerves began to fray during the argument.
他试图保持冷静，但在争论中他的神经开始磨损。
C1 verb /ˈbruːtəlaɪz/

brutalize

残酷对待
Meaning
to treat someone with extreme violence or cruelty; to make something harsh or cruel
Example
The regime was accused of brutalizing innocent civilians.
该政权被指控残酷对待无辜平民。
C2 noun /ˈflæt.ər.ər/

Flatterer

奉承者
Meaning
a person who lavishes praise, often insincerely and in order to gain advantage
Example
The king was surrounded by flatterers who only told him what he wanted to hear.
国王被奉承者围绕，他们只告诉他他想听的话。
B2 adjective /ˈteɪst.ləs/

Tasteless

没有味道
Meaning
lacking flavor; showing poor judgment in style
Example
The soup was completely tasteless and needed more seasoning.
汤完全没有味道，需要更多的调味料。
B1 adverb /ˈbreɪv.li/

Bravely

勇敢地
Meaning
in a way that shows courage and determination
Example
The firefighter bravely entered the burning building.
消防员勇敢地进入燃烧的建筑物。
B2 noun /ˈæftərˌlaɪf/

afterlife

Meaning
Life or existence that some believe continues after physical death.
Example
Many cultures have different beliefs about the afterlife.
B1 noun /ɪnˈkʌrɪdʒmənt/

encouragement

鼓励
Meaning
the action of giving someone support, confidence, or hope
Example
Her encouragement helped me finish the project.
她的鼓励帮助我完成了项目。
B1 noun /kənˈstrʌk.ʃən/

construction

建筑
Meaning
The building of something, typically a large structure.
Example
Construction dust significantly contributes to pollution.
建筑尘土显著促进了污染。
C1 verb /bɪˈstoʊ/

bestow

授予
Meaning
To give or present something as a gift or honor.
Example
The king bestowed honors upon the brave soldiers.
国王授予勇敢的士兵荣誉。
A2 noun /əˈtɛnʃən/

attention

注意
Meaning
the act of focusing on something or someone
Example
The teacher asked for the students' attention.
老师要求学生们的注意。
B2 adjective /ˈɪmɪnənt/

imminent

即将
Meaning
About to happen; likely to occur very soon.
Example
Dark clouds signaled that a storm was imminent.
乌云预示着暴风雨即将来临。
A2 verb ɜrn

earn

赚取
Meaning
To obtain money, typically as payment for work or through investment; to acquire or deserve through one's efforts.
Example
Assets help you earn income even while sleeping.
资产帮助你即使在睡觉时也能赚取收入。
C2 adverb /əˈskæns/

askance

怀疑地
Meaning
With suspicion, mistrust, or disapproval.
Example
She looked askance at his unusual proposal.
她怀疑地看着他的异常提案。
B1 noun /ˈpeɪvmənt/

pavement

人行道
Meaning
a hard paved surface such as a road or sidewalk; the act or result of paving
Example
She walked along the pavement to reach the bus stop.
她沿着人行道走到公交车站。
B1 noun /ˈmænər/

manner

方式 / 举止
Meaning
a way in which something is done or happens
Example
He spoke in a polite manner.
他说话很有礼貌。