B2 noun /ˈdeɪtəbeɪs/

database

数据库

Meaning

a structured collection of data stored and accessed electronically

Example

The company's customer details are stored in a secure database.

公司的客户信息存储在一个安全的数据库中。

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。

B2 verb /suː/

sue

起诉

Meaning

to bring a lawsuit against someone in a court of law

Example

She decided to sue the company for damages.

她决定起诉公司要求赔偿。

B2 adjective /ˈpæʃənət/

passionate

热情的

Meaning

showing or caused by strong feelings or a strong belief

Example

He is passionate about environmental conservation.

他对环境保护充满热情。

B2 verb /ˈdæzəl/

dazzle

使目眩

Meaning

to impress deeply or blind with brilliance or skill

Example

The magician's tricks dazzled the audience.

魔术师的把戏使观众眼花缭乱。

B2 adjective /ˈʃɒkɪŋ/

shocking

令人震惊的

Meaning

causing surprise or disbelief; startling

Example

The news of the accident was shocking to everyone.

事故的消息令所有人震惊。

B2 noun /dɪsˈɡʌst/

Disgust

厌恶

Meaning

a feeling of revulsion or strong disapproval aroused by something unpleasant

Example

She expressed her disgust at the politician's corrupt behavior openly.

她公开表达了对政治家腐败行为的厌恶。

B2 noun /ˈmɑːrkər/

marker

马克笔，标记笔

Meaning

an object used to indicate a position, place, or boundary; a pen with a thick tip used for writing or drawing

Example

He used a red marker to underline the important points.

他用红色马克笔强调了重要的要点。

B2 noun/adjective /kənˈstɪtʃuənt/

constituent

成分 / 选民

Meaning

Noun: A member of a constituency or an essential part of something. Adjective: Being a necessary part of a whole.

Example

The senator met with his constituents to discuss local issues.

参议员与他的选民会面，讨论当地问题。

B2 noun /ˈsɜːr.plʌs/

surplus

盈余

Meaning

An amount that is more than what is needed.

Example

The country has a surplus of food this year.

今年该国的食品盈余。

B2 adjective /blʌnt/

blunt

钝的，直率的

Meaning

not sharp; direct and straightforward in speech

Example

Her blunt remarks offended some people.

她直率的评论冒犯了某些人。

B2 adjective /ˈpɑːr.ʃəl/

Partial

部分的; 有偏见的;

Meaning

incomplete; showing bias or prejudice

Example

The judge gave a partial decision in favor of the defendant.

法官做出了部分有利于被告的决定。

B2 adverb /ˌnʌnðəˈlɛs/

nonetheless

尽管如此

Meaning

in spite of that; nevertheless

Example

It was raining, but nonetheless, they went hiking.

下着雨，但尽管如此，他们还是去远足了。

B2 noun /ˈfriːdəm ˌfaɪtər/

freedom fighter

自由斗士

Meaning

a person who takes part in an armed or political struggle to achieve freedom or independence for their people or country

Example

The freedom fighter dedicated his life to the liberation of his homeland.

这位自由斗士把一生献给了祖国的解放。

B2 verb /rɪˈzɛnt/

resent

怨恨

Meaning

to feel bitterness or displeasure about something or someone

Example

She began to resent the constant criticism from her boss.

她开始对老板的不断批评感到愤恨。

B2 adjective, noun /ˌɪn.təlˈɛk.tʃu.əl/

intellectual

智力的

Meaning

Relating to the intellect; a person who engages in critical thinking and study.

Example

She enjoys intellectual discussions about philosophy.

她喜欢关于哲学的智力讨论。

B2 adjective /bɪˈzɑːr/

bizarre

离奇

Meaning

very strange or unusual, especially so as to cause interest or amusement

Example

He told a bizarre story that no one could believe.

他讲了一个离奇的故事，没有人能相信。

B2 noun /ˈɑp.tə.mɪst/

Optimist

乐观主义者

Meaning

a person who tends to be hopeful and confident about the future; someone who sees the good side of things

Example

As an optimist, she always believed things would improve.

作为乐观主义者，她一直相信事情会变得更好。

B2 noun ˈven.tʃərz

ventures

企业

Meaning

Business enterprises or undertakings, especially risky ones.

Example

Luxury ventures in space attract wealthy clients.

奢侈的太空投资吸引了富有的客户。

B2 noun /dʒɜːm/

germ

细菌

Meaning

a microscopic organism, especially one that causes disease

Example

Washing your hands helps prevent the spread of germs.

洗手有助于防止细菌传播。

B2 verb /swer/

swear

发誓

Meaning

to use offensive language; to promise solemnly; to take an oath

Example

I swear to tell the truth.

我发誓说真话。

B2 noun /ˈædvərtaɪzər/

advertiser

广告商

Meaning

a person or company that advertises a product, service, or event

Example

The advertiser paid millions for a Super Bowl commercial spot.

广告商为超级碗广告位置支付了数百万。

B2 noun /dɪˈtɛkʃən/

detection

检测

Meaning

the action or process of identifying the presence of something

Example

The detection of fraud in the system was swift.

系统中的欺诈检测迅速完成。

B2 adjective /ˈɡræf.ɪk/

Graphic

图形的; 可视的; 生动的;

Meaning

relating to visual design; vivid; clearly described;

Example

The graphic design was colorful and eye-catching.

图形设计色彩丰富且引人注目。

B2 noun /ˈtoʊ.kən/

token

象征 / 代币

Meaning

A symbol or object that represents something, often given as a sign of appreciation or as a substitute for money.

Example

She gave him a small gift as a token of gratitude.

她给了他一份小礼物，作为感谢的象征。

B2 verb ˈtrænsfɔːrm

transform

转变

Meaning

To change in form, appearance, or structure; metamorphose.

Example

Volunteering can transform lives and communities.

志愿服务可以转变生活和社区。

B2 adjective /əˈdɪktɪd/

addicted

上瘾的

Meaning

Being unable to stop engaging in a particular activity or consuming a particular substance.

Example

Many people are addicted to social media.

许多人上瘾于社交媒体。

B2 noun /ˈdeb.ɪt/

Debit

借方; 负债; 提款

Meaning

an entry recording an amount owed; money taken from a bank account

Example

The bank showed a debit of fifty dollars from my checking account.

银行显示从我的支票账户中扣除五十美元。

B2 noun /ˈkætəlɔːɡ/

catalog

Meaning

a complete list of items, typically arranged systematically

Example

The library provides an online catalog of all available books.

图书馆提供所有可用书籍的在线目录。

B2 noun /fliːt/

fleet

舰队

Meaning

a group of ships, vehicles, or aircraft operating together under one command

Example

The navy deployed its entire fleet for the exercise.

海军为演习部署了整个舰队。

B2 noun /ˈdɔː.weɪ/

doorway

门口

Meaning

the space where a door opens into a room or building

Example

She stood in the doorway waiting for him to arrive.

她站在门口，等待他的到来。

B2 noun /fəˈnɒmɪnən/

phenomenon

现象

Meaning

an observable event, fact, or occurrence, often unusual or remarkable

Example

The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon.

北极光是自然现象。

B2 noun /həˈraɪ.zənz/

horizons

地平线

Meaning

The limit of a person's mental perception, experience, or interest.

Example

The telescope opens new horizons for astronomy.

望远镜为天文学打开了新的地平线。

B2 verb /ɪkˈskleɪm/

exclaim

呼喊

Meaning

to cry out suddenly in surprise, strong emotion, or excitement

Example

She exclaimed with joy when she saw the gift.

她看到礼物时高兴地叫了出来。

B2 noun /ˈɡɑː.mənt/

garment

衣物

Meaning

An item of clothing.

Example

She bought a new garment for the party.

她为派对买了件新衣物。

B2 noun /ˌɛvəˈluːʃən/

evolution

进化

Meaning

the gradual development of something, especially from a simple to a more complex form

Example

The theory of evolution explains how species change over time.

进化论解释了物种如何随着时间变化。

B2 adjective /ˈstaɪ.lɪʃ/

Stylish

时尚和有吸引力；在外观上有优雅或品味

Meaning

fashionable and attractive; having elegance or taste in appearance

Example

She wore a stylish dress to the party.

她穿着一件时尚的裙子参加派对。

B2 noun /ˈkʌs.tə.mər rɪˈten.ʃən/

Customer Retention

客户保持

Meaning

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

Example

High customer retention increases business sustainability.

高客户保持率增加了商业可持续性。

B2 adjective /ˈmɪd.əl.eɪdʒd/

Middle-aged

中年

Meaning

being of an age between young and old; typically between 40-60 years old

Example

The middle-aged man started a new career.

那位中年男子开始了一项新事业。

B2 adjective /ˈmɒdɪst/

modest

Meaning

Having or showing a humble estimate of one’s importance; simple and not extravagant.

Example

She lives in a modest house in the countryside.

B2 noun /ˈtɛrərɪst/

terrorist

恐怖分子

Meaning

a person who uses violence or threats to intimidate or coerce, especially for political purposes

Example

The terrorist was arrested by the police after the attack.

恐怖分子在袭击后被警察逮捕。

B2 noun /dɪsˈɡreɪs/

Disgrace

耻辱; 丢脸; 恥辱

Meaning

loss of reputation or respect as the result of a dishonorable action; a shameful situation

Example

His arrest brought disgrace upon his entire family and reputation.

他的逮捕给他的整个家庭和声誉带来了耻辱。

B2 adjective ˈhæzədəs

hazardous

危险的

Meaning

Dangerous, risky, or potentially harmful

Example

Hazardous pollutants increase health risks.

危险的污染物增加健康风险。

B2 noun /ˈɛmbəsi/

embassy

大使馆

Meaning

the official residence or offices of an ambassador

Example

He works at the French embassy in Dhaka.

他在达卡的法国大使馆工作。

B2 noun /ˌbɛnɪˈfɪʃəri/

beneficiary

受益人

Meaning

a person who receives something, especially money or property, from a will or insurance policy

Example

She is the sole beneficiary of her father’s estate.

她是她父亲遗产的唯一受益人。

B2 verb /ˈsɪmplɪfaɪ/

simplify

简化

Meaning

to make easier to understand or do; to reduce complexity

Example

The teacher simplified the complex equation for the students.

老师为学生简化了复杂的方程。

B2 adjective /rɪˈmuːvəbəl/

removable

可拆卸的

Meaning

able to be removed or taken away

Example

This phone has a removable battery.

这款手机有一块可拆卸的电池。

B2 noun /ˈskuːtər/

scooter

滑板车

Meaning

a small two-wheeled vehicle powered by an engine or electricity

Example

She rides a scooter to work every day.

她每天骑滑板车去上班。

B2 noun /ɪnˌsaɪkləˈpiːdiə/

encyclopedia

百科全书

Meaning

a book or set of books containing information on many subjects, usually arranged alphabetically

Example

She used an encyclopedia to complete her school project.

她使用了百科全书来完成她的学校项目。

B2 noun/adjective /ˌædəˈlɛsənt/

adolescent

青少年

Meaning

A young person in the process of developing from a child into an adult.

Example

Adolescents often experience rapid physical and emotional changes.

青少年常常经历快速的身体和情感变化。

B2 noun ˌiːkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl ˈbæləns

ecological balance

生态平衡

Meaning

A state of dynamic equilibrium within a community of organisms.

Example

Maintaining ecological balance is essential for a sustainable planet.

维持生态平衡对可持续的星球至关重要。

B2 noun /dɪˈveləpər/

developer

开发者

Meaning

a person or company that creates software, buildings, or land projects

Example

She works as a software developer at a tech company.

她在一家技术公司担任软件开发者。

B2 adjective /ˌsen.tɪˈmen.təl/

Sentimental

多愁善感的

Meaning

having tender feelings; being emotional about memories or experiences

Example

She became sentimental when looking at old family photographs.

她看着旧的家庭照片时变得多愁善感。

B2 noun /sɪv/

Seive

筛子

Meaning

a utensil consisting of a wire or plastic mesh held in a frame, used for straining solids from liquids

Example

She used a sieve to separate the flour from lumps.

她使用筛子将面粉与结块分开。

B2 noun ɪˈmɪʃ.ən

emission

排放

Meaning

The release or discharge of gases, particles, or other substances into the environment.

Example

Car manufacturers are reducing carbon emissions.

汽车制造商正在减少碳排放。

B2 adjective ɔːrˈɡæn.ɪk

organic

有机的

Meaning

Produced or involving production without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or other artificial agents.

Example

Organic farming improves soil health and reduces pollution.

有机农业改善土壤健康并减少污染。

B2 noun /ˈsɛktər/

sector

行业

Meaning

a distinct part or area of an economy, society, or industry

Example

The technology sector is growing rapidly.

科技行业正在迅速发展。

B2 noun /skɑːr/

Scar

疤痕

Meaning

a mark left on the skin after a wound has healed; lasting emotional damage

Example

The accident left a permanent scar on his forehead.

事故在他额头上留下了永久的伤疤。

B2 adverb /ˈsiː.krət.li/

secretly

偷偷地

Meaning

in a way that is hidden or not known by others

Example

She secretly planned a surprise party for her friend.

她偷偷为她的朋友策划了一个惊喜派对。

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。

B2 verb /ˈtʃɛrɪʃ/

cherish

珍惜

Meaning

To hold something dear, to love and protect, or to keep a hope or memory alive.

Example

She cherishes the memories of her childhood home.

她珍惜她童年的家园的回忆。

B2 adjective /hɪˈspænɪk/

hispanic

西班牙的 / 讲西班牙语的

Meaning

relating to Spain or Spanish-speaking countries, especially Latin America.

Example

She studies Hispanic culture and language.

她学习西班牙文化和语言。

B2 verb /ˌmænjʊˈfæktʃər/

manufacture

制造

Meaning

to produce goods in large quantities using machinery; to make or create something

Example

The company manufactures electronic devices for global markets.

该公司为全球市场生产电子设备。

B2 adjective /ˈrɒt.ən/

Rotten

腐烂的; 坏的

Meaning

decayed; spoiled; bad

Example

The apple is rotten and should be thrown away.

苹果已经腐烂了，应该扔掉。

B2 noun /ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/

mechanism

机制

Meaning

A system of parts working together in a machine; a process or technique for achieving something.

Example

The mechanism of the clock stopped working after years of use.

钟表的机制在多年使用后停止工作。

B2 adjective /ˈmʌd.i/

muddy

泥泞的

Meaning

covered in or full of mud; unclear or confused

Example

The children came back with muddy shoes after playing outside.

孩子们玩耍后，穿着泥泞的鞋子回来了。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈiːzi/

Uneasy

不安的; 焦虑的; 不舒服的

Meaning

worried; anxious; uncomfortable; restless

Example

She felt uneasy about walking alone at night.

她在夜晚独自行走时感到不安。

B2 noun /ˈtrædʒ.ə.di/

Tragedy

悲剧; 灾难

Meaning

an event causing great suffering, destruction, and distress; a serious drama with an unhappy ending

Example

The earthquake was a tragedy that affected thousands of families.

地震是一场悲剧，影响了数千个家庭。

B2 noun /ˈɡɑːr.di.ən/

Guardian

监护人; 守护者

Meaning

a defender, protector, or keeper; a person legally responsible for the care of someone unable to manage their own affairs

Example

After her parents died, her uncle became her legal guardian and took care of her.

在她的父母去世后，她的叔叔成为了她的法定监护人，并照顾了她。

B2 adjective prɪˈlɪm.ɪ.nər.i

preliminary

初步

Meaning

Denoting an action or event preceding or done in preparation for something fuller or more important.

Example

Preliminary steps are crucial before the main project.

初步步骤在主要项目之前至关重要。

B2 verb /ˈreɪn.dʒɪŋ/

ranging

波动

Meaning

Extending or varying between limits.

Example

The temperatures are ranging from 15 to 30 degrees this week.

本周气温在15到30度之间波动。

B2 adjective /ˈrɪski/

risky

Meaning

Involving the possibility of danger, harm, or loss

Example

Investing in that startup is risky but could bring high rewards.

B2 noun ˈɡeɪm.pleɪ

gameplay

游戏玩法

Meaning

The tactical aspects of a game, such as its plot and the way it is played.

Example

The team's gameplay was innovative.

该队的游戏玩法具有创新性。

B2 verb /prɪˈzɜːv/

preserve

保护

Meaning

to keep something in its original state; to protect from harm or decay

Example

We must preserve our natural environment.

我们必须保护我们的自然环境。

B2 noun /kriːk/

creek

小溪

Meaning

a small stream or narrow river

Example

We went fishing by the creek near our house.

我们在离家很近的小溪旁钓鱼。

B2 verb /sɔːr/

soar

翱翔 / 快速增长

Meaning

to fly or rise high in the air; to increase rapidly or dramatically

Example

The eagle soared high above the mountains.

鹰飞得很高，越过山脉。

B2 noun /əˈreɪ/

array

数组，展示

Meaning

an impressive display or arrangement of things

Example

The shop displayed an array of colorful dresses.

商店展示了一场五颜六色的连衣裙展示。

B2 noun /ˈʃɔːrt.kʌm.ɪŋ/

Shortcoming

缺陷; 不足; 缺点

Meaning

a fault or failure to meet a certain standard; a deficiency

Example

Despite his many talents, he has some shortcomings.

尽管他有许多才华，他仍然有一些短处。

B2 noun /ˈwɔtər ˈpjʊrəˌfaɪər/

Water purifier

水净化器

Meaning

A device that removes contaminants and impurities from water to make it safe for drinking

Example

We installed a water purifier in our kitchen to ensure clean drinking water.

我们在厨房里安装了水净化器，以确保清洁的饮用水。

B2 noun prɪˈsɪʒ.ən

precision

精确度

Meaning

The quality of being exact and accurate.

Example

High precision instruments are used in surgery.

在手术中使用高精度仪器。

B2 noun /ˈbɪtərnəs/

Bitterness

苦涩

Meaning

anger and disappointment at being treated unfairly; resentment; a sharp, unpleasant taste

Example

She spoke with bitterness about her former employer.

她谈到了对以前雇主的愤怒。

B2 noun /saɪˈkɒlədʒi/

psychology

心理学

Meaning

the scientific study of the mind and behavior

Example

Psychology helps us understand how people think and act.

心理学帮助我们理解人们如何思考和行动。

B2 noun /ˈsiː.krə.si/

Secrecy

保密

Meaning

the practice of keeping something secret; the state of being kept hidden

Example

The project was conducted in complete secrecy.

该项目是在完全保密的情况下进行的。

B2 verb /ɪnˈroʊl/

enroll

注册

Meaning

to officially join or register in a school, course, or organization

Example

He decided to enroll in a computer programming course.

他决定报名参加计算机编程课程。

B2 noun /ˈɡlæmər/

glamor

魅力

Meaning

An attractive or exciting quality that makes something or someone appealing.

Example

The glamor of city life attracts many young people.

城市生活的魅力吸引了许多年轻人。

B2 verb /ˈɔː.tə.meɪt/

automate

自动化

Meaning

To make a process or system operate automatically by means of machines or computers.

Example

Many companies automate their processes to save time.

许多公司自动化其流程以节省时间。

B2 adjective məˈriːn

marine

海洋的

Meaning

Of, relating to, or characteristic of the sea; living or growing in the sea.

Example

Marine ecosystems are highly sensitive to human activity.

海洋生态系统对人类活动非常敏感。

B2 noun /lɪˈdʒɪtɪməsi/

legitimacy

合法性

Meaning

the quality of being accepted as right, proper, or lawful

Example

The legitimacy of the election was questioned by observers.

选举的合法性受到观察员的质疑。

B2 adjective /ˈaɪsi/

Icy

冰冷的; 极冷的; 敌对的

Meaning

extremely cold; covered with ice; unfriendly or hostile

Example

The icy wind made everyone shiver.

冰冷的风让每个人都颤抖。

B2 noun /ˈrest.ləs.nəs/

Restlessness

不安

Meaning

the inability to rest or relax as a result of anxiety or boredom

Example

His restlessness during the long meeting was obvious to everyone.

在长时间的会议中，他的不安对每个人都很明显。

B2 noun, verb /ɪntʃ/

inch

英寸 / 缓慢移动

Meaning

A unit of length equal to 2.54 centimeters; or to move slowly and carefully in small amounts.

Example

She inched closer to the edge of the stage.

她慢慢靠近舞台的边缘。

B2 noun /ˈrɪə.lɪ.zəm/

realism

现实主义

Meaning

The quality of representing things as they are; a practical or factual view.

Example

Her paintings are admired for their realism.

她的画作因其现实主义而受到赞赏。

B2 adjective /ˈʃæl.oʊ/

Shallow

浅薄; 不深; 缺乏深入知识

Meaning

not deep; superficial; lacking depth of knowledge

Example

The shallow water is perfect for children to play.

浅水适合孩子们玩耍。

B2 verb /ɪnˈdjʊər/

endure

忍受

Meaning

to suffer something difficult or unpleasant patiently

Example

He had to endure years of hardship before achieving success.

他必须忍受多年的困苦，才能取得成功。

B2 noun /heɪl/

Hail

冰雹

Meaning

pellets of frozen rain that fall in showers from cumulonimbus clouds; a greeting or acclaim

Example

The sudden hailstorm damaged many cars in the parking lot with large ice pellets.

突如其来的冰雹风暴用大冰粒损坏了停车场里的许多汽车。

B2 noun /ˌkɑːrboʊˈhaɪdreɪt/

carbohydrate

碳水化合物

Meaning

a nutrient that provides energy, found in foods like rice, bread, and sugar

Example

Rice and potatoes are rich in carbohydrates.

米饭和土豆富含碳水化合物。

B2 noun ˈkrɪp.toʊˌkɝː.ən.si

cryptocurrency

加密货币

Meaning

Decentralized digital currency operated using blockchain technology.

Example

Bitcoin is the most popular cryptocurrency in the market.

比特币是市场上最受欢迎的加密货币。

B2 noun /məˈræl.ə.ti/

Morality

道德

Meaning

principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong behavior

Example

The debate focused on the morality of the decision.

辩论集中在决策的道德性上。

B2 adjective /ˈspɒtɪd/

Spotted

斑点的; 有标记的; 被看到

Meaning

having spots or marks; noticed or seen

Example

The spotted leopard moved silently through the jungle.

斑点猎豹静静地穿过丛林。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsələr/

counsellor

咨询师

Meaning

a person trained to give guidance on personal, social, or psychological problems; an advisor

Example

She spoke to a counsellor to get advice about her career.

她和一名咨询师谈了自己的职业问题。

B2 noun, verb /ˌɪnkənˈviːniəns/

inconvenience

不便

Meaning

trouble or difficulty caused to someone; to cause trouble or difficulty to someone

Example

We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the delay.

对于延误造成的任何不便，我们深表歉意。

B2 noun /feɪt/

Fate

命运

Meaning

the development of events beyond a person's control, regarded as determined by a supernatural power

Example

Many people believe that fate determines the course of their lives.

许多人相信命运决定了他们生活的轨迹。

B2 noun /kəmˈpɑːrt.mənt/

Compartment

车厢

Meaning

a separate section or division of a larger space, especially in a train

Example

We found seats in the first-class compartment.

我们在头等舱车厢找到了座位。

B2 adjective /ˈtræŋkwɪl/

tranquil

宁静

Meaning

Free from disturbance; calm and peaceful.

Example

A tranquil environment promotes relaxation and focus.

一个宁静的环境促进放松和集中注意力。

B2 noun /ɡler/

Glare

愤怒的或生气的凝视；强烈和刺眼的光线

Meaning

a fierce or angry stare; a strong and dazzling light

Example

The teacher's stern glare silenced the noisy students immediately.

老师严厉的目光立刻让吵闹的学生安静下来。

B2 adverb /ʌnˈsɜːrtənli/

uncertainly

不确定地

Meaning

in a way that shows doubt or lack of certainty

Example

She glanced uncertainly at the complicated instructions.

她不确定地看着复杂的说明。

B2 adverb /ˈæŋkʃəsli/

anxiously

焦急地

Meaning

in a worried, nervous, or uneasy manner; with anxious anticipation

Example

She waited anxiously for the exam results.

她焦急地等待考试结果。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtriːɡɪŋ/

intriguing

非常有趣和不寻常；激发好奇心

Meaning

very interesting and unusual; arousing curiosity

Example

The movie has an intriguing plot that keeps the audience hooked.

这部电影有一个引人入胜的情节，吸引着观众。

B2 noun ɪnˈdev.ər

endeavor

努力

Meaning

An attempt to achieve a goal; a serious determined effort.

Example

The endeavor to innovate space tourism is ambitious.

创新太空旅游的努力是雄心勃勃的。

B2 verb /fʊlˈfɪl/

fulfill

实现

Meaning

to complete or accomplish something, especially a task or promise

Example

He worked hard to fulfill his dreams.

他努力工作以实现自己的梦想。

B2 verb /pəˈzɛs/

possess

拥有 / 拥有

Meaning

To have or own something; to hold a quality or characteristic.

Example

She possesses great talent in music.

她在音乐上拥有巨大的天赋。

B2 noun/verb /rɪˈmɑːrk/

remark

Meaning

something that is said; a comment

Example

She made a remark about the weather.

她对天气做了一个评论。

B2 noun /sɜːˈveɪ.ləns/

surveillance

监控

Meaning

Close observation, especially of a suspected spy or criminal; continuous watching of a place, person, or situation.

Example

Government agencies conduct surveillance on cyber threats.

政府机构对网络威胁进行监控。

B2 adjective /ˈvoʊkəl/

vocal

直言不讳

Meaning

expressing opinions or feelings freely and loudly; relating to the voice

Example

She was very vocal about her dissatisfaction.

她对自己的不满非常直言不讳。

B2 noun /præŋk/

prank

恶作剧

Meaning

A trick that is intended to be funny but not harmful.

Example

They played a harmless prank on their friend during the party.

他们在派对上和朋友玩了一个无害的恶作剧。

B2 adjective /dɪˈstrɛst/

distressed

痛苦

Meaning

feeling or showing extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

Example

She looked distressed after hearing the bad news.

听到坏消息后，她看起来很痛苦。

B2 adjective daɪˈdʒes.tɪv

digestive

消化的

Meaning

Relating to the digestion of food.

Example

Digestive enzymes help break down food.

消化酶帮助分解食物。

B2 noun /dʒɑːr/

Jar

罐子; 瓶子

Meaning

a wide-mouthed container made of glass or pottery; to have a harsh or unpleasant effect

Example

She stored homemade cookies in a large glass jar on the kitchen counter.

她把自制的饼干存放在厨房台面上的大玻璃罐子里。

B2 noun /ˈsiːkər/

seeker

寻求者

Meaning

a person who is looking for something, especially knowledge or truth

Example

The seeker traveled far to find the answers to his questions.

寻求者远行去寻找他问题的答案。

B2 adverb /ˈædɪkwətli/

adequately

恰当地

Meaning

in a satisfactory manner

Example

He completed the task adequately, but could improve next time.

他适当地完成了任务，但下次可以改进。

B2 noun /ɑːrtʃ/

arch

拱门

Meaning

a curved symmetrical structure spanning an opening and typically supporting the weight above it

Example

The ancient arch still stands in the city center.

古老的拱门仍然屹立在城市中心。