C1 verb /dɪˈpliːt/

deplete

耗尽

Meaning

to reduce the quantity or supply of something

Example

The long war has depleted the country's resources.

长时间的战争已经耗尽了该国的资源。

A2 adjective /ˈpʌblɪk/

public

公共的

Meaning

relating to or affecting the people as a whole

Example

The public demanded action on the issue.

公众要求对此问题采取行动。

C2 adjective /ˈfʌŋɡəs/

fungous

像真菌一样

Meaning

relating to or resembling a fungus

Example

The damp basement had a fungous smell.

潮湿的地下室有一种像真菌一样的气味。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈkɒn.ʃəs/

Unconscious

昏迷; 无意识

Meaning

not awake and aware of one's surroundings; done or existing without one realizing

Example

The patient was unconscious for several hours after the surgery.

病人在手术后昏迷了几个小时。

A2 verb /taɪp/

type

打字

Meaning

to write using a keyboard or typewriter

Example

She can type very fast on the computer.

她可以在电脑上非常快地打字。

C1 verb /ɛmˈbɛzəl/

embezzle

Meaning

to steal or misuse money or property entrusted to one's care

Example

The accountant was arrested for embezzling company funds.

C2 noun /ˈkæriən/

carrion

腐肉

Meaning

the decaying flesh of dead animals

Example

Vultures feed on carrion left in the fields.

秃鹫在田野中觅食腐肉。

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。

B2 noun /ˈprɛzɪdənsi/

presidency

总统职务

Meaning

the office or position of being a president

Example

He was elected to the presidency in 2020.

他在2020年当选为总统。

C1 noun /ˈpɑːrtʃmənt/

parchment

羊皮纸

Meaning

a thin material made from animal skin, used in the past for writing

Example

The ancient manuscript was written on parchment.

古老的手稿写在羊皮纸上。

A1 noun, verb /hɛd/

head

头 / 领导

Meaning

The upper part of the human body or to lead or be in charge of something.

Example

She turned her head to look out the window.

她转动头来向窗外看。

C1 verb /ˌdɪsɪmˈbɑːrk/

disembark

下船/下飞机

Meaning

To leave a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle.

Example

The passengers disembarked from the plane after landing.

乘客在着陆后从飞机上下来。

A1 noun, numeral /ˈhʌndrəd/

hundred

一百

Meaning

the number 100

Example

There are a hundred students in the hall.

大厅里有一百个学生。

C1 adjective /nəʊˈmæd.ɪk/

nomadic

游牧

Meaning

Living the life of a nomad; wandering from place to place without a fixed home.

Example

The tribe led a nomadic lifestyle.

部落过着游牧生活。

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。

C1 noun ˈrɛp.ə.twɑːr

repertoire

剧目

Meaning

A stock of plays, dances, or pieces that a company or a performer knows or is prepared to perform.

Example

The actor's repertoire includes both comedy and drama.

演员的剧目包括喜剧和戏剧。

B1 noun dɛt

debt

债务

Meaning

A sum of money that is owed or due.

Example

High levels of debt can lead to a financial crisis.

高债务水平可能导致金融危机。

B2 adverb /sɪˈvɪərli/

severely

严重地

Meaning

to a great degree; very seriously or harshly

Example

The patient was severely injured in the accident.

患者在事故中受了重伤。

C2 adjective /ˌɪnkəˈməʊdiəs/

incommodious

不舒服的

Meaning

Uncomfortably small, cramped, or inconvenient.

Example

We had to stay in an incommodious room during the trip.

我们在旅行期间不得不住在一个不舒服的房间里。

C1 verb /ˈnʌrɪʃ/

nourish

滋养

Meaning

To provide with food or other substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition

Example

Good books nourish the mind.

好书滋养心灵。

B2 noun /səˈspɪʃən/

Suspicion

怀疑

Meaning

a feeling or thought that someone is guilty of an illegal or dishonest activity

Example

The police arrested him on suspicion of theft.

警方以盗窃嫌疑逮捕了他。

C2 noun /ˈɡlæsi fɪʃ/

Glassy fish

玻璃鱼

Meaning

a transparent freshwater fish with a glassy appearance, popular in aquariums

Example

The glassy fish is known for its transparent body and peaceful nature.

玻璃鱼以其透明的身体和温和的性格而闻名。

B2 adjective ˌkɒn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən.əl

constitutional

宪法的

Meaning

Relating to an established set of principles governing a state; in accordance with a political constitution.

Example

Constitutional reforms ensure fairness in the system.

宪法改革确保系统中的公平性。

A2 adjective /ˈnɔɪ.zi/

Noisy

吵闹

Meaning

making a lot of loud or unpleasant sound; clamorous

Example

The noisy construction work outside made it difficult to concentrate.

外面的吵闹施工工作使得集中精神变得困难。

A2 adjective /ˈdɜː.ti/

Dirty

脏的; 沾有污渍的; 不愉快的; 道德败坏的

Meaning

not clean; covered with dirt; unpleasant; morally corrupt

Example

The kitchen was dirty after cooking.

做饭后厨房是脏的。

B2 noun /aɪˈdiː/

id

身份证件

Meaning

identification; a document or number used to prove who someone is

Example

Please show your ID at the entrance.

请在入口处出示你的身份证件。

C1 adjective /prəˈsiːdʒərəl/

procedural

程序性的

Meaning

Relating to an established or official way of doing something; concerned with procedure.

Example

The committee followed the procedural rules strictly.

委员会严格遵循程序规则。

C1 adjective /ˈhɛdˌstrɔŋ/

headstrong

固执

Meaning

Determined to do what one wants, even if it is not sensible.

Example

The headstrong child refused to listen to anyone.

固执的孩子拒绝听任何人的话。

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。

B2 noun /ˈkæʃ.uː nʌt/

Cashew Nut

腰果

Meaning

a kidney-shaped nut with a creamy texture and mild flavor

Example

Cashew nuts are often used in cooking and as a healthy snack.

腰果常用于烹饪和作为健康的零食。

B1 noun /əˈmjuːzmənt/

Amusement

娱乐; 快乐; 娱乐活动

Meaning

the state or experience of finding something funny; entertainment or recreational activities

Example

The children's laughter showed their amusement at the clown's performance.

孩子们的笑声展示了他们对小丑表演的娱乐。

C2 verb /ˌnɒnˈplʌst/

nonplused

困惑的

Meaning

Past tense of nonplus; surprised and confused.

Example

She was completely nonplused by his sudden decision.

她完全被他突如其来的决定弄得不知所措。

A1 noun /ˈɑːnti/

aunty

阿姨

Meaning

the sister of one’s father or mother; a term of respectful address for an older woman, especially in South Asian usage

Example

My aunty lives near our house and often visits us.

我的阿姨住在我们家附近，经常来看我们。

B1 verb /floʊt/

float

浮动

Meaning

to rest or move on the surface of a liquid or in the air without sinking

Example

The boat began to float gently down the river.

船开始轻轻漂浮在河面上。

C2 verb /rɪˈpruːv/

reprove

批评

Meaning

to criticize or correct someone gently or disapprove of their actions

Example

The teacher reproved the student for being late.

老师因学生迟到而批评了他。

C1 noun ˌprɒf.ɪ.təˈbɪl.ɪ.ti

profitability

盈利能力

Meaning

The degree to which a business or activity yields profit or financial gain.

Example

Increasing sales and reducing costs boosted profitability.

增加销售并减少成本提高了盈利能力。

C1 noun /kənˈtentmənt/

contentment

满足感

Meaning

a state of happiness and satisfaction with what one has

Example

She felt a deep sense of contentment after helping others.

帮助他人之后，她感到深深的满足感。

C2 noun /ˈɡʌp.i fɪʃ/

Guppy fish

孔雀鱼

Meaning

a small colorful freshwater fish popular in aquariums, known for its vibrant colors and easy breeding

Example

The guppy fish is perfect for beginners who want to start an aquarium.

孔雀鱼非常适合想要开始水族箱的初学者。

B2 noun /ˈweər.ə.baʊts/

Whereabouts

下落; 位置

Meaning

the place where someone or something is located

Example

Nobody knows the whereabouts of the missing person.

没有人知道失踪者的下落。

C2 noun /ˌsuːdəˈnɪmɪti/

pseudonymity

使用笔名

Meaning

the practice or state of using a pseudonym

Example

The author maintained pseudonymity throughout her career.

这位作者在整个职业生涯中一直使用笔名。

C1 verb /ˈskruː.tɪ.naɪz/

scrutinize

仔细检查或检查

Meaning

Examine or inspect closely and thoroughly.

Example

The scientist scrutinized the data before publishing his findings.

科学家在发布他的发现之前仔细检查了数据。

C1 noun /ˈzoʊdiæk/

Zodiac

星座

Meaning

a belt of the heavens within which lie the paths of the sun, moon, and planets; the twelve astrological signs

Example

What is your zodiac sign?

你的星座是什么？

B2 verb /ɪmˈbɛd/

embed

嵌入

Meaning

to fix something firmly into a surrounding mass or context

Example

The journalist was embedded with the military unit.

记者与军事单位嵌入。

C1 verb/noun /skɒtʃ/

scotch

结束 / 苏格兰威士忌

Meaning

to put an end to something; also a type of whisky

Example

The report scotched the rumors of a merger.

报告停止了关于合并的谣言。

B2 adjective /ˈtɒksɪk/

Toxic

有毒的; 有害的或令人不悦的

Meaning

poisonous; very harmful or unpleasant

Example

The factory released toxic chemicals into the river.

工厂将有毒化学品排放到河里。

B2 noun /fɜːr/

Fur

毛发

Meaning

thick hair covering the body of animals

Example

The cat's fur was soft and warm to touch.

猫的毛发触感柔软而温暖。

C2 adjective fəˈleɪ.ʃəs

fallacious

虚假的

Meaning

Based on false reasoning or misleading arguments.

Example

His argument was based on fallacious reasoning.

他的论点是基于虚假的推理。

B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈkʌm/

overcome

克服

Meaning

To succeed in dealing with a problem or difficulty.

Example

You can overcome procrastination with planning.

你可以通过计划来克服拖延症。

C1 noun ˌmɪsˈmænɪdʒmənt

mismanagement

管理不善

Meaning

Bad or careless management of something.

Example

Mismanagement of plastic waste worsens pollution.

塑料废物的管理不善加剧了污染。

C2 adjective /ˈvɪtriəs/

vitreous

玻璃状

Meaning

having a glass-like appearance or quality

Example

The mineral has a vitreous shine.

这种矿物有玻璃状的光泽。

C2 noun /ˈbɒdɪs/

bodice

束身衣

Meaning

the part of a woman's dress that covers the body from the neck to the waist

Example

She wore a dress with an embroidered bodice.

她穿了一件带有刺绣束身衣的裙子。

B2 noun /ˈoʊtˌmiːl/

oatmeal

燕麦粥

Meaning

A type of porridge made from ground oats, often eaten for breakfast.

Example

She eats a bowl of oatmeal every morning for breakfast.

她每天早晨吃一碗燕麦粥当早餐。

C1 adverb /ˈɪnwərdli/

inwardly

内心

Meaning

In the mind or spirit; not outwardly visible.

Example

She smiled outwardly but inwardly she was worried.

她外表微笑，但内心却感到担忧。

C1 verb /brɔɪl/

broil

烤

Meaning

To cook food by direct heat, usually under a grill or over a fire.

Example

She broiled the chicken until it was golden brown.

她把鸡肉烤到金黄色。

B2 verb /kəmˈpraɪz/

comprise

由...组成

Meaning

To consist of or be made up of something.

Example

The committee comprises five members.

委员会由五个成员组成。

C2 verb /ˈfɒn.dəl/

fondle

抚摸

Meaning

To stroke or caress lovingly or gently.

Example

She fondled the kitten gently in her lap.

她轻柔地抚摸着她膝盖上的小猫。

C2 verb /əˈvaʊ/

avow

公开宣誓

Meaning

to openly declare or admit something, often publicly and firmly

Example

He avowed his loyalty to the cause without hesitation.

他毫不犹豫地公开宣誓忠诚于事业。

C2 adjective /ˈdʒɔːndɪst/

jaundiced

偏见的 / 嫉妒的 / 由黄疸引起的

Meaning

Affected by or displaying prejudice, envy, or bitterness; also refers to having a yellowish discoloration of the skin due to jaundice.

Example

She gave a jaundiced view of the project after her proposal was rejected.

在她的提案被拒绝后，她对这个项目给出了一个偏见的看法。

B2 verb /ˈdʒʌstɪfaɪ/

justify

辩护

Meaning

to show or prove that something is right or reasonable

Example

He tried to justify his decision with logical reasons.

他试图用逻辑的理由来为他的决定辩护。

B2 noun /kɜːrv/

Curve

曲线; 转弯

Meaning

a line or outline that gradually deviates from being straight; a bend or turn in a road or path

Example

The driver slowed down as he approached the sharp curve in the mountain road.

当司机接近山路中的急转弯时，他减慢了速度。

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。

B1 noun /ˈswɛtʃɜːrt/

sweatshirt

运动衫

Meaning

A casual, long-sleeved pullover garment, typically made of cotton or fleece, worn for warmth or comfort.

Example

He wore a grey sweatshirt while jogging in the park.

他在公园慢跑时穿着灰色的斯威特衫。

A2 noun /ˈtɛlɪfəʊn/

telephone

电话

Meaning

a system for transmitting voices over a distance using wire or radio, typically for communication.

Example

I need to make a telephone call to my friend.

我需要给我的朋友打一个电话。

C2 verb /ɪsˈtʃuː/

eschew

避开

Meaning

to deliberately avoid or abstain from something

Example

She chose to eschew junk food for a healthier diet.

她选择避开垃圾食品，选择更健康的饮食。

B2 noun /ˈɡlæm.ər/

Glamour

魅力; 吸引力; 魅惑;

Meaning

an attractive or exciting quality that makes certain people or things seem appealing; alluring charm

Example

The glamour of Hollywood attracted young actors from around the world.

好莱坞的魅力吸引了世界各地的年轻演员。

A2 adjective /ˈfɔːrməl/

formal

正式

Meaning

done in accordance with rules of convention or etiquette; official or serious in nature

Example

He wore a formal suit to the wedding.

他在婚礼上穿了正式西装。

A1 pronoun /jɔːrz/

yours

你的

Meaning

belonging to or associated with the person or people that the speaker is addressing

Example

This pen is yours.

这支钢笔是你的。

B2 noun /haɪv/

Hive

蜂巢; 一个充满活动的地方

Meaning

a structure in which bees live and produce honey; a place full of busy activity

Example

The garden was buzzing with activity as bees flew back and forth from their hive.

花园里充满了活动，蜜蜂在它们的蜂巢之间来回飞翔。

A2 verb /bɛr/

bear

承受

Meaning

to carry; to endure; to give birth to; to support

Example

She cannot bear the pain anymore.

她再也承受不了这种痛苦了。

B1 adjective /ˈfæʃənəbəl/

fashionable

时尚的

Meaning

Following the latest styles or trends in clothing, behavior, or ideas

Example

She always wears fashionable clothes to every party.

她总是在每个派对上穿时尚的衣服。

A1 noun /ˈlaɪ.brər.i/

Library

图书馆

Meaning

a building or room containing collections of books, periodicals, and sometimes films and recorded music for people to read, borrow, or refer to

Example

She goes to the library every weekend to study.

她每个周末都会去图书馆学习。

C1 verb /ˈʃʌdər/

shudder

颤抖

Meaning

to tremble or shake suddenly, often due to fear, cold, or strong emotion

Example

She shuddered at the thought of walking alone in the dark forest.

她在想到独自走在黑暗森林中的时候不禁颤抖。

C1 noun /ˈredʒ.ɪ.mən/

regimen

为促进或恢复健康而规定的治疗、生活方式或饮食方案

Meaning

A prescribed course of medical treatment, way of life, or diet for the promotion or restoration of health.

Example

A strict exercise regimen improves overall fitness.

严格的锻炼方案改善了整体健康。

B1 noun /ˈmelədi/

Melody

旋律; 音调

Meaning

A sequence of single notes that is musically satisfying; a tune

Example

She hummed a beautiful melody while cooking dinner.

她在做晚餐时哼着一首美丽的旋律。

B1 noun /ˈbeɪsɪs/

basis

基础

Meaning

the underlying support or foundation for an idea, argument, or process

Example

Trust is the basis of any strong relationship.

信任是任何强大关系的基础。

B2 adjective /ˌʌn.kəʊˈɒp.ər.ə.tɪv/

uncooperative

不合作的

Meaning

not willing to help or work with others; unhelpful

Example

The witness was uncooperative and refused to answer questions.

证人不合作，拒绝回答问题。

A1 noun /ker/

Care

照顾; 保护; 关怀

Meaning

the provision of what is necessary for health, welfare, or protection

Example

The nurse provided excellent care for the elderly patients.

护士为老年患者提供了出色的照顾。

C2 noun /ˈklaɪ.mɪŋ læŋ læŋ/

Climbing lang lang

攀爬植物兰兰

Meaning

a climbing plant with fragrant flowers native to tropical regions

Example

The climbing lang lang vine produces beautiful fragrant flowers.

攀爬植物兰兰藤本会产生美丽的芳香花朵。

C1 noun /ˈmɒnəˌlɒɡ/

monologue

独白

Meaning

A long speech by one person, often in a play or performance.

Example

The actor delivered a powerful monologue on stage.

演员在舞台上做了一个强有力的独白。

C2 adjective /ˈɡloʊboʊs/

globose

球形的

Meaning

Spherical or nearly spherical in shape.

Example

The cactus has large globose fruits.

仙人掌有大的球形果实。

C2 adjective /ɪmˈpɑːlɪtɪk/

impolitic

不明智的

Meaning

Unwise or imprudent; not showing good judgment.

Example

It would be impolitic to criticize them openly.

公开批评他们是不明智的。

C1 adjective /səˈtɪrɪk/

satiric

讽刺的

Meaning

Relating to or using satire.

Example

The novel takes a satiric view of urban life.

这部小说从讽刺的角度看待城市生活。

C2 adjective /ˈvækjuəs/

vacuous

空洞

Meaning

Having or showing a lack of thought or intelligence; mindless.

Example

She gave a vacuous smile during the serious discussion.

她在严肃的讨论中露出了空洞的笑容。

B2 adjective /kəˈrɛspɒndɪŋ/

corresponding

tercentenary

三百周年纪念

Meaning

The 300th anniversary of an event.

Example

The city celebrated its tercentenary with a grand festival.

这座城市以盛大的节日庆祝了它的三百年纪念日。

B2 noun /ˈspɛktrəm/

spectrum

光谱

Meaning

A range of different things, often related to colors, ideas, or classifications.

Example

The festival attracted people from across the political spectrum.

这个节日吸引了来自各个政治光谱的人们。

C2 adjective /ˈrɛstɪv/

restive

不安定的

Meaning

unable to stay still or silent; restless and impatient

Example

The crowd grew restive as they waited for the concert to begin.

人群在等待音乐会开始时变得不安定。

C1 noun /kɑːɡ/

cog

轮子或齿轮上的齿

Meaning

A tooth on the rim of a wheel or gear; metaphorically, a minor but necessary part of a larger system.

Example

He felt like just a small cog in a big machine.

他觉得自己只是一个大机器中的小齿轮。

C1 verb /pɜːrtʃ/

perch

Meaning

To sit or rest on something high or narrow.

Example

The bird perched on the fence.

B2 adjective /ˌʌndɪˈveləpt/

Undeveloped

未开发的; 未成熟的; 原始的

Meaning

not yet developed; immature or primitive

Example

The undeveloped land was later turned into a park.

未开发的土地后来被改建成了一个公园。

B1 noun /ˈeə.rə.pleɪn/

Aeroplane

飞机

Meaning

a powered flying vehicle with fixed wings and a weight greater than that of the air it displaces

Example

The aeroplane took off smoothly from the airport runway.

飞机从机场跑道平稳起飞。

B2 noun /saɪˈkɒlədʒɪst/

psychologist

心理学家

Meaning

a person who studies mental processes and behavior

Example

The psychologist helped him cope with his anxiety.

心理学家帮助他应对焦虑。

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。

B2 adjective /ˈdɪl.ɪ.dʒənt/

Diligent

勤奋的

Meaning

hardworking and careful; showing persistent effort

Example

She is a diligent student who studies every day.

她是一个勤奋的学生，每天都在学习。

C1 adjective/noun /ˈkɜːrsɪv/

cursive

斜体字

Meaning

Written with characters joined together in a flowing manner.

Example

The teacher asked students to write the essay in cursive handwriting.

老师让学生用斜体字写作文。

C1 adjective /ˈdɑːsəl/ or /ˈdəʊsaɪl/

docile

顺从的

Meaning

easily managed, taught, or controlled; submissive

Example

The docile puppy quickly learned new tricks.

顺从的小狗很快学会了新把戏。

B2 adjective /ˈaʊtˌɡoʊɪŋ/

outgoing

外向

Meaning

Friendly and sociable; inclined to mix with others.

Example

He is an outgoing person who loves meeting new people.

他是一个外向的人，喜欢结识新朋友。

B2 adjective /dɪˈskriːt/

discreet

谨慎的

Meaning

careful and prudent in one's speech or actions, especially to keep something confidential or avoid embarrassment

Example

She was discreet about the details of their conversation.

她对他们谈话的细节非常谨慎。

B1 verb /ɪkˈspænd/

expand

扩展

Meaning

To increase in size, number, or importance.

Example

The company plans to expand its operations into new markets.

公司计划将其业务扩展到新市场。

B2 verb dɪˈspætʃt

dispatched

派遣

Meaning

To send off to a destination or for a purpose.

Example

A team was dispatched quickly.

一支队伍被迅速派遣。

B2 noun /ˈsɛm.ɪ.nɑːr/

seminar

研讨会

Meaning

A meeting for discussion or training, especially in an academic setting.

Example

The professor invited all students to attend the seminar on climate change.

教授邀请所有学生参加关于气候变化的研讨会。

C1 verb /ˈʃækəl/

shackle

束缚

Meaning

to chain or restrain; to restrict someone’s actions or freedom

Example

Outdated regulations shackle small businesses and slow innovation.

过时的规定束缚了小企业并减缓了创新。

C2 adjective /kwəʊˈtɪdiən/

quotidian

日常的，普通的

Meaning

Ordinary or everyday, especially when mundane.

Example

He focused on the quotidian details of family life.

他专注于家庭生活中的日常细节。

A2 noun /ˈɔːtoʊ/

auto

汽车

Meaning

A motor vehicle, especially a car.

Example

He drove his auto to the market.

他开车去了市场。

C1 noun /sɔːd fɪʃ/

Sword fish

剑鱼

Meaning

A large marine fish with an elongated bill resembling a sword

Example

The swordfish can swim at speeds up to 60 mph.

剑鱼的游泳速度可达每小时60英里。

A1 noun /mɑːm/

mom

妈妈

Meaning

an informal word for mother

Example

My mom makes the best homemade food.

我妈妈做的家常菜最好吃。

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 adjective ˈɡraʊndˌbreɪ.kɪŋ

groundbreaking

开创性

Meaning

Introducing new ideas or methods; innovative or pioneering.

Example

Groundbreaking advancements redefine innovation.

开创性进展重新定义创新。

C2 verb /ˈʌndjʊleɪt/

undulate

波动

Meaning

To move with a smooth, wave-like motion.

Example

The snake undulated across the sand.

蛇在沙滩上蜿蜒前行。

C1 noun /tiː ˈstreɪnər/

Tea-strainer

茶筛

Meaning

a small perforated device used to strain tea leaves from brewed tea

Example

I always use a tea-strainer when pouring tea into cups.

我在倒茶入杯时总是使用茶筛。

C2 noun /rɪˈmɒnstrəns/

remonstrance

抗议

Meaning

A forceful protest or objection.

Example

The workers’ remonstrance against unfair treatment was ignored.

工人的抗议反对不公平待遇被忽视了。

C1 verb /ˈflaʊndər/

flounder

挣扎

Meaning

To struggle or stagger clumsily; to experience difficulty or confusion.

Example

He floundered in the interview when asked difficult questions.

当被问到困难的问题时，他在面试中挣扎。

C1 noun /ˈveɪpəraɪzər/

vaporizer

蒸发器

Meaning

a device that turns a liquid into vapor, often for inhalation

Example

She used a vaporizer to ease her cough.

她使用了一个蒸发器来缓解她的咳嗽。

C2 adjective /dɪˈspjuːtəbl/

Disputable

有争议的；可疑的

Meaning

open to debate or argument; questionable

Example

The facts in the case are disputable and need further investigation.

案件中的事实是有争议的，需要进一步调查。

B1 verb /lend/

lend

借出

Meaning

to give temporarily; to allow someone to use something

Example

Can you lend me your pen?

你能借给我你的钢笔吗？

B2 noun /ˈɒp.tɪ.mɪ.zəm/

optimism

乐观

Meaning

Hopefulness and confidence about the future or the successful outcome of something.

Example

Her optimism helped her overcome difficult times.

她的乐观帮助她克服了困难的时光。

A2 adverb /ˈrɑː.ðər/

Rather

宁愿; 而不是;

Meaning

to some extent; instead; preferably

Example

I would rather stay home than go to the party.

我宁愿待在家里，也不想去派对。

A1 adverb /ˈriː.ə.li/

Really

实际上; 真的; 非常多

Meaning

actually; truly; very much

Example

I really enjoyed the concert last night.

我真的很享受昨晚的音乐会。

C2 noun /ˌniːoʊˈlætɪn/

neo-latin

新拉丁语

Meaning

The use of Latin language for scholarly, scientific, and literary purposes after the medieval period.

Example

Many scientific names are derived from Neo-Latin.

许多科学名称来源于新拉丁语。

A2 noun /ˈwʌndər/

wonder

奇迹

Meaning

a feeling of amazement and admiration, caused by something beautiful, remarkable, or unfamiliar

Example

The view from the mountain was a true wonder.

从山顶看到的景色真是一个奇迹。

B1 noun /nuːn/

noon

中午

Meaning

12 o'clock in the daytime; midday

Example

The meeting will start at noon.

会议将在中午开始。