B2 verb /dɪˈfɜːr/

defer

推迟

Meaning

To postpone or delay; to yield to someone else's judgment or opinion.

Example

The meeting was deferred until next week.

会议推迟到下周。

C2 noun /ˌdɪsæprəˈbeɪʃən/

disapprobation

强烈反对

Meaning

strong disapproval, typically on moral grounds

Example

The policy was met with widespread disapprobation.

该政策遭遇了广泛的反对。

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 adjective /ˌθiːəˈrɛtɪkl/

theoretical

理论的

Meaning

Concerned with or based on theory rather than practical application.

Example

The idea remains largely theoretical without real-world evidence.

这个想法在没有实际证据的情况下，仍然主要是理论性的。

C1 verb /kənˈfaʊnd/

confound

Meaning

to confuse or surprise someone, often by acting against their expectations

Example

The magician's trick seemed to confound the entire audience.

A1 determiner /sʌm/

some

一些

Meaning

an unspecified amount or number of something

Example

I have some money in my wallet.

我的钱包里有一些钱。

B2 adverb /kənˈvɜːrsli/

conversely

相反地

Meaning

in an opposite or contrary manner

Example

He is rich, conversely, his brother struggles financially.

他很富有，相反地，他的兄弟在经济上挣扎。

C2 adjective /vəˈlʌptʃuəs/

voluptuous

奢华的

Meaning

Relating to or characterized by luxury and sensual pleasure; sexually attractive.

Example

The artist painted a voluptuous figure reclining on the couch.

艺术家画了一幅奢华的雕像，躺在沙发上。

B1 noun /əˈkaʊntənt/

accountant

会计

Meaning

a person whose job is to keep or check financial accounts

Example

The accountant prepared the financial reports for the company.

会计为公司准备了财务报告。

C1 adjective /ˈtɛn.ju.əs/

tenuous

薄弱 / 稀薄

Meaning

Very weak, thin, or slight; lacking a strong basis.

Example

The evidence against him is quite tenuous.

对他不利的证据相当薄弱。

B1 noun /ˈkwaɪər/

choir

合唱团

Meaning

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

Example

The choir sang beautifully during the ceremony.

合唱团在仪式中唱得非常美丽。

B1 adjective /ɪˈliː.ɡəl/

illegal

非法

Meaning

Not allowed by law; unlawful.

Example

It is illegal to drive without a valid license.

没有有效许可证驾驶是非法的。

C2 adjective /prɪˈzʌmptɪv/

presumptive

推定的

Meaning

Based on probability or assumption rather than proof.

Example

She is the presumptive nominee for the party.

她是该党的推定候选人。

C2 verb /skʌlk/

skulk

Meaning

to move or hide secretly, often because you are planning something bad or are feeling guilty

Example

He tried to skulk in the shadows to avoid being seen.

A1 pronoun /miː/

me

我

Meaning

Used by a speaker to refer to themselves as the object of a verb or preposition.

Example

She gave me a beautiful gift.

她给了我一份美丽的礼物。

C2 noun ˌfjuːmɪˈɡeɪʃən

fumigation

熏蒸

Meaning

The practice of disinfecting or purifying an area using gas or smoke.

Example

Fumigation is an effective method to control pest infestations.

熏蒸是一种有效的控制害虫侵扰的方法。

C1 noun /ˈtem.pɪst/

Tempest

暴风雨

Meaning

a violent storm with strong winds; a state of great disturbance or tumult

Example

The sailors struggled to navigate through the fierce tempest.

水手们努力在猛烈的暴风雨中航行。

C2 adjective /ˈprɪɡɪʃ/

priggish

自以为是的道德主义者

Meaning

self-righteously moralistic and superior

Example

He came across as priggish when correcting everyone's manners.

当他纠正每个人的行为时，他显得很自以为是的道德主义者。

B2 verb /pliːd/

plead

恳求

Meaning

to make an emotional appeal; to present a case in court

Example

She pleaded for mercy.

她恳求宽恕。

C1 noun /ˈtʌɡboʊt/

tugboat

拖船

Meaning

a small, powerful boat used for towing or pushing ships

Example

The tugboat guided the massive ship safely into the harbor.

拖船将巨大的船只安全地引导进港口。

B2 adjective; verb (past/participle) /əˈʃʊrd/

assured

确信的；有把握的

Meaning

confident and certain; guaranteed or made certain

Example

She felt assured that everything would work out.

她确信一切都会顺利。

C1 noun /ɪnˈsɜːrdʒənt/

insurgent

起义者

Meaning

A person who rises in revolt against authority or government.

Example

The army arrested several insurgents after the attack.

军队在袭击后逮捕了几名起义者。

A1 noun /kæt/

Cat

猫

Meaning

a small domesticated carnivorous mammal with soft fur, a short snout, and retractile claws

Example

The cat sat on the windowsill watching birds.

猫坐在窗台上看着鸟儿。

B2 noun /spaʊs/

spouse

配偶

Meaning

a person's husband or wife

Example

Each employee may include their spouse in the health insurance plan.

每个员工可以将配偶纳入健康保险计划。

C2 verb /lɑːl/

loll

懒散地坐着

Meaning

To sit, lie, or stand in a lazy, relaxed way.

Example

He lolled on the sofa after a long day at work.

在长时间的工作后，他懒散地坐在沙发上。

B2 noun /ˈmʌtn/

Mutton

羊肉

Meaning

meat from an adult sheep; lamb meat

Example

The restaurant serves delicious mutton curry with rice.

餐厅提供美味的羊肉咖喱配米饭。

A2 adjective /ˈpaʊə.fəl/

powerful

强大的

Meaning

Having great power or strength.

Example

The James Webb Telescope is the most powerful space observatory.

詹姆斯·韦布望远镜是最强大的太空天文台。

B2 noun /sɔːrd/

Sword

剑

Meaning

a weapon with a long metal blade and a handle, used for fighting

Example

The knight drew his sword to defend the castle.

骑士拔出了剑来保护城堡。

B1 adjective; verb (past and past participle of prepare) /prɪˈpɛrd/

prepared

准备好的

Meaning

made ready in advance; having made plans or taken steps beforehand

Example

She was fully prepared for the final exam.

她已经为期末考试做好了充分准备。

B2 noun /ˈbɒdiɡɑːrd/

bodyguard

保镖

Meaning

a person employed to protect someone from harm

Example

The celebrity arrived with her bodyguard.

那位名人带着她的保镖到达了。

C1 noun /ɪɡˈzuːbərəns/

exuberance

兴奋

Meaning

the quality of being full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness

Example

Her exuberance made the whole team feel motivated.

她的兴奋让整个团队感到鼓舞。

C2 adjective /ɪnˈkɒrɪdʒəbəl/

incorrigible

无法纠正的

Meaning

incapable of being corrected, improved, or reformed

Example

He is an incorrigible optimist who never loses hope.

他是一个无法纠正的乐观主义者，从不放弃希望。

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 adjective ˌpɜː.spɪˈkeɪ.ʃəs

perspicacious

敏锐的

Meaning

Having keen insight and understanding; showing acute mental discernment.

Example

The detective's perspicacious nature helped solve the mystery.

侦探的敏锐本性帮助解决了谜题。

C1 noun /ˈdɛljuːdʒ/

deluge

洪水

Meaning

A severe flood; an overwhelming quantity of something.

Example

The town was hit by a deluge of rain in just a few hours.

该镇在几个小时内被大雨洪水淹没。

B2 adjective /əkˈsɛsəbl/

accessible

可达的

Meaning

easy to reach, use, or understand

Example

The museum is easily accessible by public transport.

博物馆可以通过公共交通轻松到达。

C1 noun /traɪˈbjuːnəl/

tribunal

法庭

Meaning

a court of justice or body established to settle disputes

Example

The case was heard in an international tribunal.

案件在国际法庭审理。

C2 noun /ˌfjuːzɪˈleɪd/

fusillade

齐射

Meaning

A series of shots fired or missiles thrown all at the same time or in quick succession.

Example

The soldiers advanced under a fusillade of bullets.

士兵们在一阵齐射下前进。

C2 verb /ˈfʊl.mɪ.neɪt/

fulminate

猛烈抗议

Meaning

To express strong protest or criticism loudly and forcefully; to explode violently.

Example

The politician began to fulminate against corruption.

政治家开始猛烈反对腐败。

C1 noun /sɔɪl ˈmæn.ɪdʒ.mənt/

soil management

土壤管理

Meaning

The application of operations, practices, and treatments to protect soil and enhance its performance.

Example

Proper soil management improves long-term agricultural productivity.

适当的土壤管理可以提高长期农业生产力。

C1 noun /bɑːrˈbeəriən/

Barbarian

野蛮人; 未开化者;

Meaning

a person from an uncivilized group; someone who is cruel or brutal

Example

The ancient Romans considered anyone outside their empire to be barbarians.

古罗马人认为所有在他们帝国之外的人都是野蛮人。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈkeɪpəbəl/

incapable

无能的

Meaning

lacking the ability, skill, or capacity to do something

Example

He is incapable of understanding complex instructions.

他无法理解复杂的指令。

B2 adjective /ʌnˌkənˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/

Unconditional

无条件的

Meaning

not subject to any conditions; complete and absolute

Example

She offered her unconditional support to her friend in need.

她在朋友需要时提供了无条件的支持。

B2 noun ˌriːfɔːˈreɪʃən

reforestation

重新造林

Meaning

The natural or intentional restocking of existing forests and woodlands that have been depleted.

Example

Reforestation efforts are crucial to restoring ecosystems.

重新造林的努力对恢复生态系统至关重要。

B2 verb /dɪsˈmɪs/

dismiss

解雇, 否定

Meaning

to remove someone from a job or position; to decide something is not important

Example

The manager dismissed the employee for being late too often.

经理因为员工经常迟到而解雇了他。

C2 adjective /ˈɒf.biːt/

offbeat

不寻常

Meaning

Unusual, unconventional, or different from the norm.

Example

She has a very offbeat sense of humor.

她有非常不寻常的幽默感。

B1 noun /ˈvɪʒ.ən/

vision

视力

Meaning

The faculty or state of being able to see.

Example

Excessive rubbing can damage vision.

过度摩擦可能损害视力。

B1 adjective /ˈæn.ju.əl/

annual

年度

Meaning

happening once every year

Example

The company holds an annual meeting for all its shareholders.

公司每年为所有股东举办年度会议。

B2 verb /nɒd/

nod

点头

Meaning

to move one's head down and up to show agreement or acknowledgment

Example

She nodded in agreement with the proposal.

她点头表示同意该提议。

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。

A2 adverb /bɪˈjɒnd/

Beyond

超越; 超出设定的界限;

Meaning

further away than; exceeding; more than

Example

The mountains stretched beyond the horizon.

山脉延伸到地平线之外。

C1 noun /ˈsɜːrəɡət/

surrogate

代理人

Meaning

A substitute, especially a person deputizing for another in a specific role or office.

Example

The surrogate mother gave birth to the child after carrying it for nine months.

代孕母亲在怀孕九个月后把孩子生下了。

C2 adjective /ˈvɛntrəl/

ventral

腹侧的

Meaning

relating to the underside or abdominal part of an animal or organ

Example

The fish has a white ventral surface.

鱼的腹侧表面是白色的。

C1 adjective /ɪˈrɛpərəbəl/

Irreparable

不可修复的

Meaning

impossible to repair or fix; permanent damage that cannot be undone

Example

The accident caused irreparable damage to his spine.

事故导致了他脊柱的不可修复损伤。

B2 noun /ˈɡʌvərnər/

governor

州长

Meaning

An official appointed or elected to govern a state, territory, or organization.

Example

The governor addressed the citizens about the upcoming election.

州长向公民们讲述了即将来临的选举。

C1 noun /ˈtrɛtʃəri/

treachery

背叛

Meaning

Betrayal of trust; deceptive action or nature.

Example

His treachery was revealed when he sided with the enemy.

当他站在敌人一方时，他的背叛被揭露了。

B2 noun /ˌsuːvəˈnɪər/

Souvenir

纪念品

Meaning

a thing that is kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event; a memento

Example

I bought a small souvenir from the gift shop.

我在礼品店买了一个小纪念品。

B2 verb /bleɪz/

blaze

熊熊火焰

Meaning

to burn brightly or powerfully

Example

The fire blazed for hours before it was brought under control.

火焰持续燃烧了几个小时，直到它被控制住。

C2 noun /ˈneɪˌseɪ.ɪŋ/

naysaying

负面言论

Meaning

The act of expressing negative or pessimistic views.

Example

His constant naysaying discouraged the team.

他不断的负面言论使团队失去了动力。

B2 noun /ˈrʊki/

rookie

菜鸟

Meaning

a person who is new to an activity or organization; a beginner

Example

The rookie policeman made a few mistakes on his first day.

新警察在第一天犯了几次错误。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈfeɪθ.fəl/

Unfaithful

不忠诚

Meaning

not loyal or true to a spouse, partner, or commitment

Example

He was unfaithful to his wife for many years.

他对妻子不忠诚多年。

C1 noun /dɪˌlɪb.əˈreɪ.ʃənz/

deliberations

审议

Meaning

Careful consideration and discussion before making decisions.

Example

Deliberations on sustainability continued for hours.

关于可持续性的审议持续了几个小时。

A2 noun /ˈpɑːrkɪŋ/

parking

停车场

Meaning

the action or practice of leaving a vehicle in a particular place for a period of time

Example

There was no available parking near the restaurant.

餐厅附近没有空停车位。

A2 noun /pæθ/

path

小径

Meaning

a way or track laid down for walking or made by continual treading

Example

She walked along the narrow path through the forest.

她沿着森林中的小径走。

C2 verb /əˈleɪ/

allay

缓解

Meaning

to reduce the intensity of fear, worry, or pain; to calm

Example

The teacher tried to allay the students’ fears before the exam.

老师在考试前试图缓解学生们的恐惧。

B1 noun /ˈrʌbɪʃ/

Rubbish

垃圾; 无用的东西; 胡说

Meaning

waste material; refuse or litter; nonsense or worthless things

Example

Please throw the rubbish in the bin.

请把垃圾丢进垃圾桶。

C1 adjective /ˈfɪs.kəl/

fiscal

财政的

Meaning

Relating to government revenue, especially taxes, or public money management.

Example

The government introduced new fiscal policies to control inflation.

政府推出了新的财政政策来控制通货膨胀。

C1 adverb /ˌðeərəˈpɒn/

Thereupon

随即；

Meaning

immediately after that; following that event

Example

He finished his speech and thereupon left the stage.

他结束了演讲，随即离开了舞台。

B1 noun /ˈmɪs.tər.i/

Mystery

谜; 无法理解的事情

Meaning

something that is difficult or impossible to understand or explain

Example

The disappearance of the plane remains a mystery.

飞机失踪仍然是一个谜。

B2 noun /ˌdaɪəɡˈnoʊsɪs/

diagnosis

Meaning

The identification of a disease, condition, or problem through examination of symptoms.

Example

The diagnosis confirmed that she had diabetes.

C2 noun /ˈflɛdʒlɪŋ/

fledgeling

初生小鸟

Meaning

A young bird that has just developed its feathers and is learning to fly; a beginner.

Example

The fledgeling was trying hard to take its first flight.

那只初生小鸟正在努力做第一次飞行。

A2 verb /klɪk/

click

点击

Meaning

to press a button on a computer mouse or similar device

Example

She clicked the link to open the website.

她点击了链接以打开网站。

B2 verb ɪˈrɛktɪŋ

erecting

建造

Meaning

To build; construct; set up in a vertical position.

Example

The workers were erecting a new building downtown.

工人们正在市中心建设一座新建筑。

C1 adjective /ˈkɒɡ.nɪ.zənt/

cognizant

意识到

Meaning

Having knowledge or being aware of something.

Example

He was cognizant of the risks before starting the project.

他在开始这个项目之前就意识到风险。

B2 noun ˌsɛlf.kənˈtrəʊl

self-control

自我控制

Meaning

The ability to control one's emotions, behavior, and desires in order to obtain some reward, or avoid some punishment, typically in the longer term.

Example

Self-control is important for maintaining a balanced life.

自我控制对保持平衡的生活很重要。

C1 adjective /ˈfɜːrtɪv/

furtive

秘密的

Meaning

Attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble.

Example

He cast a furtive glance at the door before leaving.

他在离开前悄悄地看了一眼门。

A2 verb /ˈhɜːri/

hurry

赶快

Meaning

to move or act with great speed; to rush

Example

We need to hurry or we'll be late.

我们得赶快，否则我们会迟到。

C2 adjective /ˈmjuːlɪʃ/

mulish

Meaning

extremely stubborn or unwilling to change

Example

She remained mulish despite all the convincing arguments.

B2 noun ˌdiː.fɒr.ɪˈsteɪ.ʃən

deforestation

森林砍伐

Meaning

The action of clearing a wide area of trees; the permanent destruction of forests in order to make the land available for other uses.

Example

Deforestation accelerates the loss of biodiversity.

森林砍伐加速了生物多样性的丧失。

C1 noun /sɪˈdʌk.ʃən/

Seduction

色诱; 诱惑

Meaning

the action of seducing someone; temptation to do something wrong

Example

He fell victim to the seduction of easy money.

他成为了快速赚钱诱惑的受害者。

B2 adjective /ˈprɛsɪŋ/

pressing

紧急

Meaning

Requiring immediate attention or urgent action.

Example

The manager had to deal with several pressing issues at once.

经理必须同时处理几个紧急问题。

B2 noun /ˌɒn.trə.prəˈnɜːr/

Entrepreneur

组织和经营一个或多个企业的人

Meaning

a person who organizes and operates a business or businesses

Example

The young entrepreneur started her own tech company at age 22.

这位年轻的企业家在22岁时创办了自己的科技公司。

C1 noun /ˈʃɜːrbət/

sherbet

雪葩

Meaning

a sweet flavored drink or a frozen dessert made from sweetened fruit juice

Example

On hot days, she enjoys a glass of lemon sherbet.

在炎热的日子里，她喜欢喝一杯柠檬雪葩。

B2 noun /fleɪm/

Flame

火焰

Meaning

a hot glowing body of ignited gas that is generated by something on fire

Example

The candle flame flickered gently in the evening breeze.

蜡烛的火焰在晚风中微微闪烁。

B2 adjective /ˌsɪm.pəˈθet.ɪk/

Sympathetic

有同情心的; 富有理解的; 敏感的;

Meaning

showing compassion or understanding for someone's feelings or situation

Example

She was very sympathetic when I told her about my problems.

当我告诉她我的问题时，她表现得非常有同情心。

C2 verb ɪɡˈzɔːrt

exhort

敦促

Meaning

To strongly encourage or urge someone to do something.

Example

The teacher exhorted students to work hard for exams.

老师敦促学生为了考试而努力学习。

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。

C2 adjective /droʊl/

droll

滑稽

Meaning

curious or unusual in a way that provokes dry amusement

Example

He had a droll sense of humor that made everyone laugh.

他有一种滑稽的幽默感，让每个人都笑了。

C2 adjective /ɪˈrɛfrəɡəbəl/

irrefragable

不可辩驳

Meaning

Impossible to refute, deny, or break

Example

The lawyer presented irrefragable evidence that proved his client’s innocence.

律师提供了不可辩驳的证据，证明了他客户的无辜。

C2 noun /ˈrɛdʒɪsaɪd/

regicide

弑君

Meaning

the act of killing a king

Example

The conspirators were executed for committing regicide.

阴谋者因实施弑君而被处决。

B2 adjective /ˈdevəsteɪtɪŋ/

devastating

Meaning

causing severe shock, distress, or destruction; extremely damaging or upsetting

Example

The earthquake had a devastating effect on the city.

B1 noun /seɪnt/

Saint

被认为圣洁或道德的人；非常友善或有耐心的人

Meaning

person recognized as holy or virtuous; very kind or patient person

Example

Mother Teresa was declared a saint by the Catholic Church.

特雷莎修女被天主教教会宣布为圣人。

B2 noun /kɒt/

Cot

婴儿床

Meaning

a small bed, especially a portable one or one for a baby

Example

The baby sleeps peacefully in her cot.

宝宝在她的婴儿床上睡得很安稳。

C1 noun /dɪˈfen.dənt/

Defendant

被告

Meaning

an individual, company, or institution sued or accused in a court of law

Example

The defendant pleaded not guilty to all charges brought against him.

被告对所有对他提出的指控表示不认罪。

C1 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈstrʌktəbl/

indestructible

无法摧毁

Meaning

Impossible to destroy or break.

Example

The superhero's shield was said to be indestructible.

有人说超级英雄的盾牌是无法摧毁的。

C1 adjective /sɪˈmɛtrɪkəl/

symmetrical

对称的

Meaning

having parts on either side that match or are the same in shape, size, or arrangement

Example

The artist designed a symmetrical pattern on the floor.

艺术家在地板上设计了一个对称的图案。

B1 adverb /əˈrɪdʒɪnəli/

originally

最初

Meaning

in the beginning, at first

Example

Originally, she wanted to be a doctor.

最初，她想成为一名医生。

C1 adjective /ˈhɛlθfəl/

healthful

有益健康的

Meaning

Promoting good health; beneficial to health.

Example

A healthful diet includes fresh fruits and vegetables.

有益健康的饮食包括新鲜的水果和蔬菜。

C2 verb /ˈdɛpjʊˌtaɪz/

deputize

任命为副职

Meaning

To appoint someone as a deputy; to act as a substitute or representative.

Example

The sheriff decided to deputize several locals to help maintain order.

治安官决定指派几位当地人以帮助维持秩序。

A1 noun /ænt/

aunt

阿姨

Meaning

the sister of your father or mother, or the wife of your uncle

Example

My aunt always gives me gifts on my birthday.

我的阿姨总是在我生日时给我礼物。

C2 verb /ɪkˈspɒstjʊleɪt/

expostulate

表示不同意见

Meaning

to express strong disapproval or disagreement

Example

She expostulated with her friend about the risky decision.

她对她朋友关于冒险决定的看法表达了不同意见。

C1 adjective /ˈpent ʌp/

Pent-up

压抑的; 受限的; 被困住的

Meaning

suppressed; restrained; confined

Example

He had pent-up anger that finally exploded.

他有压抑的愤怒，最终爆发了。

C2 adjective /ˈmɒθ ˌiːtən/

moth-eaten

被蛀虫吃掉的

Meaning

Damaged or worn out, especially by moths or age.

Example

He wore a moth-eaten sweater on the cold day.

他在寒冷的日子里穿了一件被蛀虫吃掉的毛衣。

B2 noun /ˈboʊld.nəs/

Boldness

大胆; 勇气

Meaning

willingness to take risks; confidence and courage in behavior

Example

Her boldness in confronting the problem impressed everyone.

她在面对问题时的大胆让所有人都印象深刻。

C1 noun /dɪˈvaɪzər/

divisor

除数

Meaning

A number by which another number is divided.

Example

In the equation 12 ÷ 3, the number 3 is the divisor.

在方程式12 ÷ 3中，数字3是除数。

B2 adjective /ˈɪmpæktfʊl/

impactful

有影响力的

Meaning

Having a major impact or effect; powerful and forceful.

Example

Her impactful speech moved the audience to take action.

她有影响力的演讲促使观众采取行动。

C1 adjective rɪˈlɛntləs

relentless

不屈不挠

Meaning

Oppressively constant; incessant; showing no abatement of severity, intensity, strength, or pace.

Example

The freedom fighters' relentless struggle led to victory.

自由战士们的不屈不挠的斗争导致了胜利。

B2 noun /roʊst/

Roast

烤肉

Meaning

Meat cooked by dry heat in an oven or over an open fire

Example

The Sunday roast was perfectly cooked and very tender.

周日的烤肉被煮得非常完美，肉质非常嫩。

C2 verb /dɪˈspɒnd/

despond

沮丧

Meaning

to lose confidence or hope; to become dejected

Example

After repeated failures, he began to despond.

在多次失败后，他开始感到沮丧。

A1 pronoun /ðeɪ/

they

他们

Meaning

used to refer to people or things previously mentioned or easily identified

Example

They are going to the park.

他们去公园。

B1 noun, verb /ʃeɪd/

shade

Meaning

a sheltered or darker area where direct light is blocked; to block light from something

Example

We sat under the tree for some shade.

B2 noun /ˈvæljuː ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃən/

value proposition

一份说明产品或服务提供给客户的独特价值或好处的声明

Meaning

A statement that explains the unique benefits or value that a product or service offers to customers.

Example

A clear value proposition attracts more customers.

明确的价值主张吸引更多的客户。

C2 verb /ˌɡeɪnˈseɪ/

gainsay

反驳

Meaning

To deny, contradict, or speak against.

Example

No one could gainsay the evidence presented in court.

没有人能够反驳法庭上提出的证据。

B2 adverb /ˈfeɪθ.fəl.i/

Faithfully

忠诚地

Meaning

in a loyal and steadfast manner; with dedication

Example

She faithfully attended every meeting despite her busy schedule.

她忠实地参加了每一次会议，尽管她的日程非常紧张。

B2 noun /ˌdiː.haɪˈdreɪʃən/

dehydration

脱水

Meaning

A condition in which the body or tissue lacks adequate water content.

Example

Dehydration can lead to fatigue and confusion.

脱水可能导致疲劳和困惑。

C1 adjective /prəˈvɒkətɪv/

provocative

挑衅的

Meaning

Intended to make people angry, excited, or interested.

Example

She wore a provocative dress to the party.

她穿了一件挑衅的衣服去参加派对。

C1 adjective /ˈvɛnərəbəl/

Venerable

尊敬的; 受人尊敬的

Meaning

deserving respect due to age, wisdom, or character; revered

Example

The venerable professor has taught at the university for fifty years.

这位威望的教授在大学里教书已五十年。

C1 noun /mjuːˈteɪʃn/

mutation

突变，基因变异

Meaning

A change in form, structure, or nature, especially in genetics.

Example

Scientists discovered a genetic mutation that caused the disorder.

科学家发现了一种基因突变，导致了这种疾病。

B2 noun /ˈprɒvɪns/

province

省

Meaning

a principal administrative division of certain countries or empires.

Example

The province is known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes.

这个省因其丰富的文化遗产和壮丽的自然景观而闻名。

C1 noun /dʒɪst/

Gist

要点

Meaning

the substance or essence of a speech or text; the main point

Example

I missed the beginning of the lecture, but I caught the gist of the professor's argument.

我错过了讲座的开始，但我理解了教授论点的要点。

C1 noun /ˈfɔːrwɜːrd/

foreword

前言

Meaning

a short introduction at the beginning of a book, typically written by someone other than the author

Example

The foreword of the book was written by a famous historian.

这本书的前言是由一位著名的历史学家写的。