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C2 noun /dɪˌlɪniˈeɪʃən/

delineation

界定
Meaning
the precise description, drawing, or outlining of something
Example
The artist’s delineation of the landscape was remarkably accurate.
艺术家对风景的界定非常准确。
B2 noun /ˈmɜːrtʃənt/

merchant

商人
Meaning
a person or company involved in the trade of goods, especially in large quantities
Example
The merchant sold spices from distant lands.
商人出售来自遥远土地的香料。
C1 noun /ˈhɒməˌfoʊn/

homophone

同音异义词
Meaning
A word that is pronounced the same as another word but differs in meaning, and often spelling.
Example
The words 'pair' and 'pear' are homophones.
单词 'pair' 和 'pear' 是同音异义词。
C1 adjective /ˈtɛmpərət/

temperate

温和的
Meaning
showing moderation or self-restraint; also describing mild climate.
Example
He is known for his temperate behavior even in stressful situations.
即使在压力大的情况下，他也以温和的行为而闻名。
B2 noun /ˈkruː.əl.ti/

Cruelty

残忍; 非人道的待遇; 导致疼痛的行为
Meaning
behavior that causes pain or suffering to others; the quality of being cruel
Example
The documentary exposed the cruelty of factory farming to animals.
纪录片揭示了工厂养殖对动物的残忍行为。
A2 noun /niːs/

niece

侄女; 外甥女
Meaning
the daughter of one's brother or sister
Example
My niece is studying at the university this year.
我的侄女今年在大学学习。
B1 verb /kənˈfɜːrm/

confirm

确认
Meaning
to establish the truth, accuracy, or validity of something
Example
The hotel will confirm your reservation by email.
酒店将通过电子邮件确认您的预订。
B1 noun ˈpɒl.ə.si

policy

政策
Meaning
A course or principle of action adopted or proposed by a government, party, business, or individual; a contract of insurance.
Example
Effective policies drive national development.
有效的政策推动国家发展。
C1 noun /ˌdɪs.əˈreɪ/

disarray

混乱
Meaning
A state of disorganization or untidiness; confusion or disorder.
Example
His desk was in complete disarray.
他的桌子完全处于混乱状态。
C1 noun /ˌsɛnsəˈbɪləti/

Sensibility

感性
Meaning
the ability to appreciate and respond to complex emotional or aesthetic influences; sensitivity
Example
Her artistic sensibility made her appreciate fine details in paintings.
她的艺术感性使她能够欣赏画作中的细节。
C2 verb (past tense, past participle), adjective /ˈhæmstrʌŋ/

hamstrung

瘫痪或受限
Meaning
crippled or severely restricted in movement or progress.
Example
The team was hamstrung by lack of resources.
由于资源匮乏，团队陷入困境。
C2 adverb /əˈmʌk/

amok

失控
Meaning
Behaving uncontrollably and disruptively.
Example
The angry mob ran amok after the verdict was announced.
愤怒的人群在裁决宣布后失控地奔跑。
A2 noun /ˈlɜːrnər/

learner

学习者
Meaning
a person who is acquiring knowledge or skill through study or experience
Example
She is a fast learner.
她学得很快。
C1 noun /ˈmaɪzər/

miser

吝啬鬼
Meaning
A person who hoards wealth and spends as little money as possible.
Example
The old miser refused to donate even a penny to charity.
那个老吝啬鬼甚至不愿意捐赠一分钱给慈善。
C1 noun /ˈnɒnʃələns/

nonchalance

漫不经心
Meaning
A relaxed and calm state, showing lack of concern or interest.
Example
She answered the tough questions with surprising nonchalance.
她用出人意料的漫不经心回答了那些难题。
C2 adjective /ˌlɛvəlˈhɛdɪd/

levelheaded

冷静和理智
Meaning
calm and sensible; showing good judgment.
Example
She remained levelheaded during the crisis.
她在危机中保持冷静。
B1 noun /ˈbeɪ.kɪŋ ˈsoʊ.də/

Baking Soda

泡打粉
Meaning
sodium bicarbonate used in cooking and baking as a leavening agent
Example
Add a teaspoon of baking soda to make the cake fluffy.
加入一茶匙泡打粉使蛋糕更加松软。
A1 noun /ˈɡɜːrlfrɛnd/

girlfriend

女朋友
Meaning
A woman or girl with whom someone is romantically or emotionally involved.
Example
He introduced his girlfriend to his family.
他把女朋友介绍给了家人。
B2 adverb /ˈθɪkli/

Thickly

密集地
Meaning
in a thick manner; densely; heavily
Example
The forest was thickly wooded with tall pine trees.
森林被高大的松树密集覆盖。
A2 noun /bænd/

band

乐队
Meaning
a group of musicians who play music together
Example
The band performed live at the concert.
乐队在音乐会上现场表演。
C1 noun /vɪnˈjɛt/

vignette

小品
Meaning
A short, descriptive piece of writing or a brief scene.
Example
The author included a poignant vignette in the introduction of the book.
作者在书的序言中加入了一篇感人的小品。
A1 adjective /ɡʊd/

Good

好; 优秀; 有益;
Meaning
satisfactory; pleasant; beneficial; of high quality
Example
She is a good student.
她是一个好学生。
B2 noun /məˈʃiː.nər.i/

machinery

Meaning
machines collectively, or the parts of a machine; also, the system or process by which something works
Example
The factory invested in new machinery to increase production.
C1 noun/verb /tɔːrˈpiːdoʊ/

torpedo

鱼雷
Meaning
A self-propelled underwater missile; to attack or destroy something suddenly and forcefully.
Example
The submarine launched a torpedo at the enemy ship.
潜艇向敌舰发射了鱼雷。
C1 noun /bəˈtæljən/

battalion

营
Meaning
A large body of soldiers ready for battle, typically consisting of several companies.
Example
The battalion was deployed to the front line.
这个营被部署到前线。
B2 noun ɪnˈhɑːns.mənt

enhancement

增强
Meaning
An increase or improvement in quality, value, or extent.
Example
Enhancement of education quality is vital.
教育质量的提升至关重要。
C2 adjective /ˌɪrɛvəˈrɛnʃəl/

irreverential

不敬的
Meaning
Showing a lack of respect for things that are generally taken seriously.
Example
His irreverential humor often shocked traditional audiences.
他的不敬幽默常常让传统观众感到震惊。
B2 noun /ˈves.əl/

vessel

船
Meaning
A ship or large boat.
Example
The vessel carried critical supplies.
船只运输了重要物资。
B1 noun hoʊm əˈplaɪ.ənsɪz

home appliances

家用电器
Meaning
Electrical devices and machines used in households for daily tasks and convenience.
Example
Modern home appliances enhance convenience.
现代家用电器提升了便利性。
B2 noun /ˈlʊkɪŋ ɡlæs/

Looking glass

镜子
Meaning
a mirror; a piece of glass that reflects images
Example
She looked at herself in the looking glass.
她在镜子里看着自己。
C1 noun /ˌɪntərˌɒpərəˈbɪləti/

interoperability

互操作性
Meaning
The ability of computer systems or software to exchange and make use of information.
Example
The interoperability of different software systems ensures seamless workflow.
不同软件系统的互操作性确保了无缝的工作流程。
C2 verb /əˈkriːt/

accrete

逐渐增长
Meaning
to grow or increase gradually by accumulation or addition
Example
Dust particles accrete over time to form larger celestial bodies.
尘埃颗粒随着时间积累，形成更大的天体。
C1 noun /ˌdɜːrməˈtɑːlədʒi/

dermatology

皮肤学
Meaning
The branch of medicine concerned with the skin and its diseases.
Example
He studied dermatology at medical school.
他在医学院学习了皮肤学。
C2 verb /məʊlt/

molt

脱羽
Meaning
To shed old feathers, skin, or hair to make way for new growth.
Example
Birds molt their feathers once a year.
鸟类每年会脱羽。
B1 noun /ˈθɪr.i/

Theory

理论
Meaning
a supposition or system of ideas intended to explain something
Example
Einstein's theory of relativity revolutionized physics.
爱因斯坦的相对论理论彻底改变了物理学。
C2 verb /ˈlɛvɪteɪt/

levitate

悬浮
Meaning
to rise or float in the air, usually without visible support.
Example
The magician made the table levitate during the show.
魔术师让桌子在表演中悬浮。
C2 noun /ˌniːoʊˈdɑːrwɪnɪzəm/

neo-darwinism

新达尔文主义
Meaning
A modern interpretation of Darwin's theory of evolution, integrating genetics and natural selection.
Example
Neo-Darwinism combines Darwin’s theory of natural selection with modern genetics.
新达尔文主义将达尔文的自然选择理论与现代遗传学相结合。
B2 noun əˌkaʊntəˈbɪləti

accountability

问责制
Meaning
The fact or condition of being accountable; responsibility.
Example
Accountability is key to maintaining trust in any system.
问责制是保持任何系统中的信任的关键。
C1 verb /ɪnˈtaɪs/

entice

引诱
Meaning
to attract or tempt someone by offering something appealing
Example
The advertisement was designed to entice customers into the store.
广告被设计来吸引顾客进店。
C1 verb dɪˈsaɪ.fɚ

decipher

解密, 解读, 翻译
Meaning
To convert something written in code into normal language; to succeed in understanding the meaning of something.
Example
It took hours to decipher the ancient script.
花了几个小时解密这段古老的文字。
C2 noun /ˈfeɪ.tə.lɪ.zəm/

fatalism

宿命论
Meaning
the belief that all events are predetermined and inevitable
Example
He embraced fatalism, believing that nothing he did could change his destiny.
他接受了宿命论，相信无论他做什么，都无法改变他的命运。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈhɛrənt/

inherent

固有的
Meaning
Existing in something as a natural, permanent, or essential quality.
Example
There are inherent risks in extreme sports.
极限运动中存在固有的风险。
A2 noun /ˈfɑːr.mər/

Farmer

农民
Meaning
a person who grows crops or raises animals for food or profit
Example
The farmer planted rice in the fertile fields this season.
本季，农民在肥沃的田地里种植了水稻。
B1 noun /ˈænəlɪst/

analyst

分析师
Meaning
a person who studies or examines something carefully to understand it or make decisions
Example
The financial analyst predicted a rise in the stock market.
金融分析师预测股票市场上涨。
C1 adjective /ˈspaɪni/

spiny

多刺的
Meaning
covered with or full of spines; having sharp points
Example
The spiny cactus stood tall in the desert.
多刺的仙人掌在沙漠中挺立。
C1 noun /ɡroʊv/

grove

林地 / 小果园
Meaning
A small group of trees growing close together.
Example
They walked through the orange grove.
他们走过橙树林。
C1 adjective /ˌɪn.ɪˈfɛk.tʃu.əl/

ineffectual

无效
Meaning
Not producing any or the desired effect; lacking the ability or qualities to achieve a purpose.
Example
The manager’s ineffectual leadership caused the team to lose motivation.
经理无效的领导导致团队失去了动力。
C1 adjective /ɔːˈtʌmnəl/

autumnal

秋天的
Meaning
relating to or characteristic of autumn; occurring in autumn
Example
The autumnal colors of red and gold filled the forest.
红色和金色的秋天的颜色填满了森林。
B1 noun /ˈspiːʃiːz/

Species

物种; 类型
Meaning
a group of living organisms that can reproduce with each other; a type or kind
Example
The Amazon rainforest is home to thousands of animal species.
亚马逊雨林是成千上万动物物种的家园。
C2 noun /ˈproʊtoʊˌplæzəm/

protoplasm

原生质
Meaning
The living substance inside a cell, including the cytoplasm and nucleus.
Example
Scientists observed the movement of protoplasm under the microscope.
科学家在显微镜下观察了原生质的运动。
C1 verb ˈɔː.kɪ.streɪ.tɪd

orchestrated

精心策划
Meaning
Planned or coordinated carefully and deliberately.
Example
The attacks were orchestrated with precision.
袭击被精确地策划了。
A2 noun /mæp/

map

地图
Meaning
a drawing that shows the features of an area of land or sea
Example
He studied the map before starting his journey.
他在开始旅程之前研究了地图。
C2 verb /ˈtʃɔːrtl/

chortle

轻松愉快地笑
Meaning
to laugh in a breathy, gleeful way
Example
The audience chortled at the comedian's witty remarks.
观众听到喜剧演员的机智评论后发出咯咯的笑声。
B2 noun /ˈtɛl.ər/

teller

出纳员; 讲述者
Meaning
A person who counts and manages money at a bank; a person who tells or relates something
Example
The bank teller counted the cash carefully before handing it over.
银行出纳在交付现金前仔细点算了金额。
B2 noun ˌkʌl.tɪˈveɪ.ʃən

cultivation

耕作
Meaning
The practice of preparing and using land for crops or gardening; the action of improving or developing something.
Example
The cultivation of organic crops has increased worldwide.
有机作物的耕作在全球范围内增加了。
B2 verb /koʊˈɔːrdɪˌneɪt/

coordinate

协调
Meaning
to organize people or things so that they work together effectively
Example
We need to coordinate our efforts to finish the project on time.
我们需要协调我们的努力，以便按时完成项目。
B2 adjective /ˈdʒʌm.boʊ/

Jumbo

极其大; 巨大
Meaning
exceptionally large; enormous; gigantic
Example
The jumbo jet was delayed at the airport.
巨型喷气机在机场延误。
C1 verb /hɔːl/

haul

拖拉
Meaning
to pull or drag something heavy with effort
Example
The workers hauled the boxes into the truck.
工人们把箱子拖上了卡车。
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。
C2 noun /oʊliˈændər/

Oleander

夹竹桃
Meaning
a poisonous evergreen shrub with clusters of white, pink, or red flowers
Example
The beautiful oleander flowers bloomed in the garden despite their toxic nature.
美丽的夹竹桃花在花园里盛开，尽管它们有毒。
C1 noun ˌmɑːr.dʒɪ.nəl.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

marginalization

边缘化
Meaning
The treatment of a person, group, or concept as insignificant or peripheral.
Example
Economic policies should address the marginalization of the poor.
经济政策应解决贫困者的边缘化问题。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtlet/

outlet

出口
Meaning
a means by which something is released, expressed, or distributed
Example
Art is a great outlet for emotions.
艺术是情感的一个极好的出口。
C2 adjective /ˌɪnfəˈlɪsɪtəs/

infelicitous

不合适的
Meaning
not suitable or well chosen; awkward or unfortunate
Example
His infelicitous remark ruined the atmosphere of the meeting.
他不合适的评论破坏了会议的氛围。
C2 adjective /kəˈkɒfənəs/

cacophonous

刺耳的声音
Meaning
Producing a harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.
Example
The cacophonous sounds of the city kept her awake all night.
城市的刺耳声音让她整晚都无法入睡。
C1 verb /ləˈmɛnt/

lament

哀悼
Meaning
to express grief, sorrow, or regret about something
Example
She lamented the loss of her childhood home.
她哀悼了失去的童年家园。
C1 noun /kæsˈkeɪd/

Cascade

瀑布; 一系列阶段或操作
Meaning
a waterfall; a succession of stages or operations
Example
The mountain cascade created a beautiful natural swimming pool below.
山间瀑布在下面形成了一个美丽的自然游泳池。
C1 adjective /ˌɪrɪˈprɛsəbl̩/

irrepressible

不可抑制的
Meaning
Impossible to control or restrain.
Example
She had an irrepressible urge to laugh during the speech.
她在演讲中无法掩饰自己无法抑制的笑意。
C2 noun /əˈrɪə/

arrear

欠款
Meaning
A debt or payment that is overdue and unpaid.
Example
He was sued for an arrear of rent.
他因未付租金的欠款被起诉。
B2 noun /ˈʌndərkləʊðz/

underclothes

内衣
Meaning
Clothing worn beneath outer clothes, such as underwear or lingerie
Example
He folded his underclothes neatly before packing them.
他在打包前把内衣叠得整整齐齐。
A1 noun /kɑːr/

Car

汽车
Meaning
a four-wheeled motor vehicle used for transportation
Example
I drive my car to work every day.
我每天开车去工作。
A1 noun /ˈnʌmbər/

number

号码
Meaning
a mathematical value used to count, measure, or label
Example
She gave me her phone number.
她给了我她的电话号码。
C2 adjective /ˈɡlʌt.ən.əs/

gluttonous

贪吃的
Meaning
Excessively greedy in eating or consuming.
Example
His gluttonous appetite shocked everyone at the dinner table.
他贪吃的胃口让餐桌上的每个人都感到震惊。
B1 adverb /ˈdaʊnwədz/

Downwards

向下
Meaning
towards a lower place or position; in a downward direction
Example
The ball rolled downwards along the slope.
球沿坡道向下滚动。
C2 adjective /ɪnˈkɒntɪnənt/

incontinent

失禁
Meaning
lacking control over urination or defecation; lacking self-restraint
Example
The patient was incontinent after surgery.
病人在手术后失禁。
A1 noun /wiːk/

week

星期
Meaning
a period of seven days
Example
I will finish the project by the end of the week.
我将在本周末之前完成项目。
C2 noun /drɒs/

dross

废料
Meaning
worthless or unwanted material; rubbish or impurities
Example
Most of his early writings were considered dross.
他的大部分早期作品被视为废料。
B2 adverb /ˈnæʃənəli/

nationally

在全国范围内
Meaning
at the level of a whole nation; in a way that involves or affects an entire country
Example
The policy was implemented nationally to ensure equal benefits for all citizens.
该政策在全国范围内实施，以确保所有公民享有平等的福利。
C2 adjective /kənˈtraɪt/

contrite

懊悔的
Meaning
feeling or showing remorse or guilt
Example
She was contrite after realizing her mistake.
她在意识到自己的错误后感到懊悔。
C2 noun /ˈkʌstərd ˈæpəl/

Custard Apple

奶油苹果
Meaning
a tropical fruit with sweet creamy white flesh and black seeds
Example
The custard apple has a sweet and creamy texture.
奶油苹果具有甜美和奶油般的口感。
B2 verb /kənˈfaɪd/

confide

Meaning
To tell someone about a secret or private matter while trusting them not to repeat it.
Example
He confided his worries to his best friend.
C1 noun /ˌhɑːmənaɪˈzeɪʃən/

harmonization

协调，调和
Meaning
The process of making things compatible or consistent with one another.
Example
The harmonization of different policies ensures consistent results.
不同政策的协调确保了一致的结果。
B2 noun /ˈsmɑːrt.nəs/

Smartness

智慧；机智；整洁和时尚的外观
Meaning
intelligence; cleverness; neat and fashionable appearance
Example
Her smartness in solving problems impressed everyone.
她在解决问题时的智慧给大家留下了深刻印象。
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。
A2 noun /ˈkɒnsət/

concert

音乐会
Meaning
A musical performance given by one or more singers or musicians.
Example
We went to a concert last night and enjoyed the live music.
我们昨晚去了一场音乐会，并享受了现场音乐。
B2 verb /roʊm/

roam

漫游
Meaning
to walk or travel without a specific destination; to wander
Example
Wild animals roam freely in the forest.
野生动物在森林中自由漫游。
B1 verb /dɪˈspleɪ/

display

展示
Meaning
to show or exhibit; to present for others to see
Example
The museum displays ancient artifacts.
博物馆展示古代文物。
A2 adjective, noun /ɪˈtæliən/

italian

幸福
Meaning
relating to Italy, its people, or its language; a person from Italy
Example
She loves Italian food.
她收到奖项时无法隐藏自己的快乐。
B2 adjective daɪˈvɜːs

diverse

多样的
Meaning
Showing a great deal of variety; very different.
Example
Diverse industries enhance economic resilience.
多样化的产业增强了经济韧性。
B1 noun, verb /ˈkɒndʌkt/ (noun), /kənˈdʌkt/ (verb)

conduct

Meaning
to organize or carry out; or a person's behavior
Example
The teacher conducted the exam fairly.
C1 adjective /ˈblaɪtɪd/

blighted

荒废的
Meaning
Spoiled, damaged, or destroyed.
Example
The blighted neighborhood was abandoned by most residents.
荒废的社区被大多数居民遗弃。
C1 noun /ˌɪnklɪˈneɪʃən/

inclination

倾向
Meaning
A natural tendency or urge to act or feel in a particular way.
Example
She has an inclination towards helping others.
她有帮助他人的倾向。
B1 noun ˈtaɪmər

timer

定时器
Meaning
An automatic mechanism for activating a device at a preset time; a device that measures time intervals.
Example
He set the timer for 30 minutes to complete the task.
他把定时器设置为三十分钟以完成任务。
C2 noun /ˌkæθəˈlɪsɪti/

catholicity

普遍性, 开放思想
Meaning
Universality; broad-mindedness; acceptance of a wide variety of things.
Example
Her catholicity of interests makes her a fascinating person.
她对兴趣的普遍性使她成为一个迷人的人。
B1 noun /ˈhjuː.mər/

humor

Meaning
The quality of being amusing or entertaining.
Example
His sense of humor always lightens the mood.
C1 verb /əbˈdʌkt/

abduct

绑架
Meaning
to take someone away illegally by force or deception
Example
The criminal tried to abduct the child in broad daylight.
罪犯试图在光天化日之下绑架那个孩子。
C1 noun /ˈdiːvə/

diva

著名女歌手
Meaning
a famous female singer; a woman who is admired or behaves like a star
Example
The pop diva performed her latest hit to a cheering crowd.
这位流行歌后在欢呼的人群前演唱了她的最新热曲。
C1 adjective ˌmæk.roʊ.iː.kəˈnɒm.ɪk

macroeconomic

宏观经济的
Meaning
Relating to the large-scale or general economic factors, such as interest rates and national productivity.
Example
Government policies impact macroeconomic stability.
政府政策影响宏观经济稳定性。
C1 noun ˌeə.rəʊ.daɪˈnæm.ɪks

aerodynamics

空气动力学
Meaning
The study of the properties of moving air and the interaction between the air and solid bodies moving through it.
Example
The aerodynamics of an aircraft determines its speed and efficiency.
一架飞机的空气动力学决定了它的速度和效率。
B2 noun dɪˈveləpɪŋ ˈriːdʒənz

developing regions

发展中国家
Meaning
Areas or countries that are in the process of economic growth and development
Example
Pollution affects developing regions the most.
污染最严重地影响发展中国家。
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 /ˈɔːrəˌtʌnd/

orotund

深沉而清晰的声音
Meaning
full, rich, and clear in sound; pompous in style
Example
The actor's orotund voice filled the theater.
演员的深沉声音充满了剧院。
C1 adjective /kənˈdʒiːniəl/

congenial

和蔼可亲
Meaning
pleasant and friendly because of having similar interests or qualities
Example
They found the café a congenial place to meet and talk.
他们发现那家咖啡馆是一个和蔼可亲的地方，适合见面和交谈。
C1 noun /prəˈpɛlər/

propeller

螺旋桨
Meaning
A mechanical device with blades that rotates to drive a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle forward.
Example
The airplane’s propeller cut through the air with great speed.
飞机的螺旋桨以极快的速度切割空气。
C1 adjective ˌɜː.ɡəˈnɒm.ɪk

ergonomic

人体工学设计
Meaning
Designed for efficiency and comfort in the working environment; user-friendly and reducing strain.
Example
The chair has an ergonomic design for better posture.
这把椅子有一个人体工学设计，能保持更好的姿势。
B2 verb /əˈmend/

amend

修改
Meaning
to make changes or corrections to improve something; to modify
Example
They amended the contract to include new terms.
他们修改了合同以包括新的条款。
B1 noun ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃənz

examinations

考试
Meaning
A detailed inspection or investigation; a formal test of a person's knowledge or proficiency.
Example
BPSC conducts rigorous examinations.
BPSC 进行严格的考试。
C1 noun məˈriːn ˈsɜː.veɪ

marine survey

海洋勘测
Meaning
A systematic examination of the sea, seabed, and underwater features for the purpose of making maps or gathering other information.
Example
The marine survey identified the ideal cable routes.
海洋勘测确定了理想的电缆路线。
B2 verb /rɪˈteɪn/

retain

保持
Meaning
to keep possession of something
Example
The company decided to retain its experienced employees.
公司决定保留其经验丰富的员工。
C1 noun /pɔl/

Pall

覆盖在棺材上的布; 一层暗淡的覆盖物，创造出阴沉的氛围
Meaning
a cloth spread over a coffin; a dark covering that creates a gloomy atmosphere
Example
A pall of smoke hung over the burning building.
一层烟雾悬挂在燃烧的建筑物上方。
C1 adjective /əˈmiːnəbl/

amenable

顺从
Meaning
willing to cooperate or be influenced; open to suggestions
Example
She was amenable to the idea of working longer hours.
她愿意接受加班的想法。
C1 noun /ˈdræm.ə.tɪst/

dramatist

剧作家
Meaning
a person who writes plays
Example
Shakespeare is one of the greatest dramatists in history.
莎士比亚是历史上最伟大的剧作家之一。
C1 adjective /ˌæbəˈrɪdʒənəl/

aboriginal

土著
Meaning
Relating to the original inhabitants of a region.
Example
The museum has a large collection of aboriginal art.
博物馆里有大量的土著艺术收藏。
A1 noun /ˈsekənd/

second

Meaning
a unit of time equal to one sixtieth of a minute; also the position after first
Example
He finished the race in second place.
C2 adjective /ˈbʌmblɪŋ/

bumbling

笨拙
Meaning
Acting in a clumsy, awkward, or confused way.
Example
The bumbling waiter spilled the drinks on the table.
那个笨拙的服务员把饮料撒在桌子上。
C1 noun esˈθet.ɪks

aesthetics

美学
Meaning
A set of principles concerned with the nature and appreciation of beauty, especially in art and design.
Example
Interior design focuses on aesthetics and functionality.
室内设计专注于美学和功能性。
A1 noun, verb /ˈiː.meɪl/

e-mail

电子邮件
Meaning
messages distributed by electronic means from one computer user to another
Example
I sent an e-mail to my professor yesterday.
我昨天给我的教授发了一封电子邮件。
C2 noun /ˌpliːnɪpəˈtɛnʃəri/

plenipotentiary

全权代表
Meaning
a person invested with full power to act on behalf of another, especially in diplomacy
Example
The ambassador was a plenipotentiary sent to negotiate the treaty.
大使是被派往谈判条约的全权代表。
C2 noun /ˈdɒɡ roʊz/

Dog-rose

狗玫瑰
Meaning
A wild rose species with pink or white flowers and thorny stems, common in hedgerows
Example
The dog-rose bush grew wild along the countryside path.
狗玫瑰灌木在乡村小路旁野生生长。
C2 noun /kəˈnaɪ.vəns/

connivance

默许
Meaning
the act of secretly allowing or being involved in wrongdoing
Example
The theft happened with the connivance of the security guard.
盗窃发生在保安的默许下。
C2 adjective /rɪˈmɪs/

remiss

疏忽
Meaning
Negligent in performing a duty or responsibility.
Example
The manager was remiss in not checking the financial reports carefully.
经理在没有仔细检查财务报告时疏忽了。
B2 noun/verb /skræp/

scrap

碎片 / 丢弃
Meaning
A small piece of something; to discard or get rid of something.
Example
He used a scrap of paper to jot down the number.
他用一小片纸写下了那个号码。