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A2 noun /ˈdiː.teɪl/

detail

细节
Meaning
An individual feature, fact, or item of information.
Example
She explained the plan in great detail.
她详细解释了计划。
C1 adverb /ˈnæroʊli/

Narrowly

勉强地; 刚好
Meaning
by a small margin; barely; in a limited way
Example
She narrowly escaped the accident.
她差点逃脱了事故。
B2 noun /ˈkɒntræktər/

contractor

承包商
Meaning
a person or company that agrees to provide materials or labor to perform a service or do a job
Example
The contractor completed the building project on time.
承包商按时完成了建筑项目。
A1 verb /fərˈɡet/

forget

忘记
Meaning
to be unable to remember something; to fail to bring something to mind
Example
Don't forget to lock the door when you leave.
离开时不要忘记锁门。
B2 noun, verb /bɒb/

bob

上下摆动
Meaning
a short sudden movement up and down; to move quickly up and down
Example
The small boat began to bob on the waves.
小船开始在波浪上上下摆动。
C1 noun /ɪˈmiːdiəsi/

immediacy

即时性, 紧迫感
Meaning
The quality of bringing one into direct and instant involvement with something, giving rise to a sense of urgency or excitement.
Example
The immediacy of digital communication has reshaped business operations.
数字通信的即时性已经改变了商业操作。
C1 verb /splaɪs/

splice

拼接
Meaning
to join two pieces of rope, film, or other material by weaving or attaching them together
Example
The technician spliced the two wires to restore the connection.
技术员将两根电线拼接起来以恢复连接。
C2 verb /swɪl/

swill

贪婪地喝
Meaning
to drink something greedily or in large amounts
Example
He swilled down the beer in seconds.
他几秒钟就把啤酒喝完了。
C2 noun /ˈɑːrɡoʊ/

argot

特定群体的行话
Meaning
the specialized vocabulary or jargon of a particular group, especially one with a common interest or occupation
Example
The thieves communicated in an argot that outsiders could not understand.
小偷们用一种外人无法理解的阿尔戈语言交流。
C2 noun /ˈkɒnsənəns/

consonance

和谐, 音响和谐
Meaning
Agreement or harmony among parts; a pleasing combination of sounds in music or words.
Example
The consonance between their ideas made the project successful.
他们的思想之间的和谐使得项目成功。
C2 verb /rɪˈɡeɪl/

regale

娱乐
Meaning
To entertain or amuse someone with stories, food, or drink.
Example
He regaled us with stories of his travels around the world.
他用他的旅行故事来娱乐我们。
B2 noun/verb /ˈtʃɑːrtər/

charter

包机 / 租赁
Meaning
a written document granting rights or privileges; to hire a vehicle or vessel for temporary use
Example
The company decided to charter a bus for the trip.
公司决定为旅行租用一辆巴士。
C2 adjective /ɪmˈpruːdənt/

imprudent

鲁莽
Meaning
Not showing care for the consequences of an action.
Example
It was imprudent to drive in such stormy weather.
在如此暴风雨的天气下开车是鲁莽的。
B2 adjective /ˈtrʌst.wɜː.ði/

Trustworthy

可信
Meaning
able to be relied on as honest or truthful; deserving of trust
Example
He is a trustworthy friend who always keeps his promises.
他是一个值得信赖的朋友，总是遵守诺言。
C1 verb /ˈrʌm.ɪdʒ/

rummage

杂乱地翻找
Meaning
to search through something in a disorderly way
Example
He rummaged through the drawer for his keys.
他在抽屉里翻找钥匙。
C2 noun /ˈvaɪənd/

viand

佳肴
Meaning
an item of food, especially a delicacy
Example
The banquet was filled with rich viands and wines.
宴会充满了丰盛的佳肴和美酒。
A2 noun /kənˌɡrætʃ.əˈleɪ.ʃənz/

Congratulations

祝贺
Meaning
words expressing praise for an achievement or good wishes on a special occasion
Example
Congratulations on your promotion! You really deserved this success.
恭喜晋升！你真的值得这次成功。
C1 verb /ˌoʊvərˈruːl/

overrule

驳回
Meaning
to reject or disallow by exercising one's superior authority; to override a decision
Example
The judge overruled the objection from the defense attorney.
法官驳回了辩护律师的反对。
C2 adverb /ˈbruːskli/ or /ˈbrʌskli/

brusquely

粗鲁地
Meaning
in a blunt, abrupt, or rude manner
Example
She brusquely dismissed the suggestion.
她粗鲁地拒绝了这个建议。
A2 adverb /ˈʃʊə.li/

Surely

肯定
Meaning
without doubt; certainly
Example
You will surely pass the exam if you study hard.
如果你努力学习，你肯定会通过考试。
A2 adverb /ˈrɛɡjələrli/

regularly

定期地
Meaning
at regular intervals; in a regular manner
Example
She exercises regularly to stay healthy.
她定期锻炼以保持健康。
C2 noun /spjuːm/

spume

泡沫
Meaning
Froth or foam, especially found on waves or liquids.
Example
The waves crashed against the rocks, leaving spume in the air.
波浪撞击岩石，空气中留下泡沫。
A1 adjective /kuːl/

cool

冷静, 凉爽, 印象深刻
Meaning
moderately cold; calm and composed; fashionable or impressive
Example
She kept a cool head during the crisis.
她在危机中保持冷静。
A2 noun /ˈʌndərwɛr/

Under wear

内衣
Meaning
clothing worn under other clothes, next to the skin
Example
She bought new underwear from the department store.
她在百货商店买了新的内衣。
C2 noun /hɪˈlærɪti/

hilarity

爆笑
Meaning
Extreme amusement, especially when expressed by laughter.
Example
The movie caused great hilarity among the audience.
这部电影在观众中引起了极大的爆笑。
A1 verb /lɜːrn/

learn

学习
Meaning
to acquire knowledge or skills; to gain understanding
Example
Children learn quickly when they are interested.
孩子们在感兴趣时很快学习。
C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzuːbərənt/

exuberant

欣喜若狂
Meaning
full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness
Example
The children were exuberant after winning the game.
孩子们在赢得比赛后欣喜若狂。
B2 noun /ɡoʊl ˈsɛt.ɪŋ/

goal-setting

目标设定
Meaning
The process of identifying something that you want to accomplish and establishing measurable objectives to achieve it.
Example
Effective goal-setting helps individuals stay focused and motivated.
有效的目标设定帮助个人保持专注和动力。
A1 verb /duː/

do

做
Meaning
to perform an action; to carry out
Example
I do my homework every evening.
我每天晚上做作业。
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 noun /kənˈsɪstənsi/

consistency

一致性, 连贯性
Meaning
The quality of always behaving or performing in a similar way; uniformity.
Example
Consistency in quality is key to customer satisfaction.
质量的一致性是客户满意的关键。
B2 adjective /ˈrɑː.ki/

Rocky

崎岖的; 不稳定的; 困难的
Meaning
full of rocks; unsteady; difficult
Example
The rocky path made hiking difficult for the tourists.
崎岖的小路让游客们的远足变得困难。
C1 noun /ˈɪnlɛt/

inlet

水道口
Meaning
A small arm of the sea, a lake, or a river; an opening or passage for entry.
Example
The boat entered a narrow inlet along the coast.
船只进入了沿海的一条狭窄的水道口。
B1 noun flæɡz

flags

旗帜
Meaning
A piece of cloth or similar material, typically oblong or square, attachable by one edge to a pole or rope.
Example
The streets were decorated with national flags.
街道上装饰着国家旗帜。
C2 noun /ˈfrɔːdjʊləns/

fraudulence

欺诈
Meaning
The quality or state of being fraudulent; deceitfulness.
Example
The audit revealed fraudulence in the financial statements.
审计揭示了财务报表中的欺诈行为。
C2 adjective /prəˈpɪʃəs/

propitious

有利的
Meaning
giving or indicating a good chance of success; favorable
Example
The sunny weather was a propitious start to the picnic.
阳光明媚的天气是野餐的有利开端。
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。
C1 verb /ɪmˈpɜːrsəneɪt/

impersonate

假扮
Meaning
to pretend to be another person in order to entertain or deceive
Example
He was arrested for trying to impersonate a police officer.
他因尝试冒充一名警察而被逮捕。
B1 adjective /ˈfəʊkəst/

focused

专注
Meaning
Directing a great deal of attention or effort toward a particular activity, situation, or person.
Example
Staying focused during work hours enhances productivity.
在工作时间保持专注提高了生产力。
B1 noun ˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃənz

Generations

几代人
Meaning
All of the people born and living at about the same time, regarded collectively.
Example
The family tree spans several generations.
家族树跨越了好几代。
A2 adjective /flæt/

flat

平坦
Meaning
Smooth and level, without raised areas or curves.
Example
The road ahead was completely flat.
前方的路完全是平坦的。
B2 noun /ˈpen neɪm/

Pen-name

笔名
Meaning
a fictitious name used by an author instead of their real name; a pseudonym
Example
Mark Twain was the pen-name of Samuel Clemens.
马克·吐温是塞缪尔·克莱门斯的笔名。
C1 adjective /ˌpæn.əˈmer.ɪ.kən/

Pan-American

泛美洲的
Meaning
relating to all the countries of North, Central, and South America
Example
The Pan-American Games bring together athletes from across the continent.
泛美洲运动会将整个大陆的运动员汇聚在一起。
C2 verb /ˈjuːləˌdʒaɪz/

eulogize

颂扬
Meaning
To praise highly in speech or writing, especially in honor of someone who has died.
Example
They gathered to eulogize their beloved teacher.
他们聚集在一起，悼念他们亲爱的老师。
C1 adjective /ˌpærəˈdɒksɪkəl/

paradoxical

矛盾的
Meaning
Seemingly contradictory or opposed to common sense, yet possibly true.
Example
It is paradoxical that standing is often more tiring than walking.
站立常常比走路更累，这很矛盾。
C1 noun /ɡɔːrd/

Gourd

葫芦
Meaning
a climbing plant with large fruits that have hard shells when dried
Example
The bottle gourd curry was delicious and nutritious.
瓶状葫芦咖喱非常美味和营养。
C2 verb /səˈfjuːz/

suffuse

弥漫
Meaning
to gradually spread through or over something
Example
A warm glow suffused her face as she smiled.
当她微笑时，一种温暖的光辉弥漫到她的脸上。
B2 verb /ˈɔːdɪt/

audit

审计
Meaning
to examine and verify financial records or accounts officially
Example
The accountant will audit the company's books next month.
会计师将在下个月审计公司的账目。
A2 verb /blɒk/

block

阻止
Meaning
to obstruct; to prevent passage or progress
Example
The fallen tree blocks the road.
掉落的树挡住了路。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌsɛt/

outset

开始
Meaning
the beginning or start of something
Example
From the outset, the project seemed ambitious but achievable.
从一开始，项目看起来雄心勃勃但可以实现。
C2 adjective /səˈprɛsəbl̩/

suppressible

可抑制的
Meaning
capable of being restrained, controlled, or prevented
Example
The symptoms of the disease are suppressible with medication.
疾病的症状可以通过药物抑制。
A2 verb /ˈvɪzɪtɪŋ/

visiting

拜访
Meaning
Going to see and spend time with someone or at a place.
Example
The group is visiting islands during the expedition.
小组在远征期间访问岛屿。
B1 noun /bʊl/

bull

公牛
Meaning
a male animal of the cattle family; sometimes refers to a strong or aggressive man
Example
The bull charged across the field towards the red flag.
公牛冲向田野上的红旗。
C2 noun /ˈbloʊˌhɑrd/

blowhard

自负的人
Meaning
a person who brags a lot or talks in a boastful way
Example
Everyone avoided the blowhard at the party because he wouldn't stop bragging.
在派对上，大家都避开了那个自负的人，因为他不停地吹嘘。
C2 noun /rɪˈɡætə/

regatta

帆船赛
Meaning
A sporting event consisting of a series of boat or yacht races.
Example
The annual regatta attracted competitors from around the world.
年度帆船赛吸引了来自世界各地的参赛者。
B2 noun ˈmɑːr.kɪt ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi

market economy

市场经济
Meaning
An economic system where production and pricing decisions are controlled by individuals and based on supply and demand.
Example
A market economy allows businesses to compete freely.
市场经济允许企业自由竞争。
B2 adjective /bliːk/

bleak

阴郁的
Meaning
cold, miserable, or without hope
Example
The future seemed bleak after the economic downturn.
经济衰退后，未来显得阴郁。
B1 noun /rɪˈkwɛst/

request

Meaning
a formal or polite demand for something
Example
She made a request for additional time to complete the project.
C2 verb /rɪˈkænt/

recant

撤回
Meaning
to withdraw or renounce a statement or belief formally
Example
He recanted his previous statement in court.
他在法庭上撤回了之前的陈述。
B2 adjective ˌriːprəˈdʌktɪv

reproductive

繁殖的
Meaning
Relating to the reproduction of offspring.
Example
The reproductive cycle of pests can cause rapid infestations.
害虫的繁殖周期可能导致快速的感染。
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.
B2 noun /ˈʌpˌkiːp/

up-keep

维护
Meaning
The process or cost of maintaining something in good condition.
Example
The upkeep of the old house is very expensive.
老房子的维护非常昂贵。
C2 noun /ɛmˈpɪrɪˌsɪzəm/

empiricism

经验主义
Meaning
the theory that all knowledge is derived from sense-experience
Example
Empiricism argues that knowledge comes from experience and observation.
经验主义认为，知识来自经验和观察。
B2 verb /ɪmˈbɒdi/

embody

体现
Meaning
To give tangible or visible form to an idea, quality, or feeling.
Example
She embodies the spirit of generosity.
她体现了慷慨的精神。
B2 adjective ˈsɑːləm

solemn

庄严
Meaning
Formal and dignified; characterized by deep sincerity.
Example
The day begins with a solemn ceremony at the memorial.
这一天从纪念馆的庄重仪式开始。
A2 noun ˈkɜːrɪdʒ

courage

勇气
Meaning
The ability to do something that frightens one; bravery.
Example
Courage is essential in the face of challenges.
面对挑战时勇气至关重要。
C1 noun /mɪsˈɡɪvɪŋz/

misgivings

疑虑，担忧
Meaning
feelings of doubt or concern about the outcome or propriety of something
Example
She had serious misgivings about signing the contract.
她对签署合同有严重的疑虑。
C2 verb /ˈhɛnˌpɛk/

henpeck

Meaning
To continually criticize, nag, or dominate (especially a husband).
Example
He felt henpecked by his overly controlling wife.
C2 verb /ˈsʌblɪmeɪt/

sublimate

转化为更高的活动
Meaning
to redirect strong emotions or desires into socially acceptable activities or channels
Example
She sublimated her anger into painting beautiful landscapes.
她将愤怒转化为美丽的风景画。
A1 noun /tɛn/

ten

十
Meaning
the number following nine and preceding eleven
Example
I have ten apples in the basket.
我篮子里有十个苹果。
C2 noun /əˈzeɪ.li.ə/

azalea

杜鹃花
Meaning
a flowering shrub with brightly colored blooms, often grown ornamentally
Example
The garden was full of blooming azaleas in spring.
花园里春天盛开着杜鹃花。
C1 noun /ˈθʌroʊˌbrɛd/

thoroughbred

纯种马
Meaning
a horse of pure and recognized breed; a person of good breeding or education
Example
The jockey rode a fast thoroughbred in the race.
骑师在比赛中骑了一匹快速的纯种马。
B2 verb /hɔːnt/

haunt

困扰
Meaning
to trouble persistently; to visit as a ghost
Example
The old memories still haunt me.
旧的记忆仍然困扰着我。
C1 noun /ˈpɒp.i siːdz/

Poppy Seeds

罂粟种子
Meaning
tiny round seeds from the poppy plant used as a spice or garnish in cooking
Example
Poppy seeds are sprinkled on top of breads and used in Bengali curries.
罂粟种子撒在面包上，并用于孟加拉咖喱中。
C1 verb ɪɡˈzɛm.plɪ.faɪ

exemplify

举例说明
Meaning
To be a typical example of or to illustrate something clearly, to show as an example or demonstrate.
Example
His dedication exemplifies true leadership.
他的奉献展示了真正的领导力。
C2 noun /tɔːˈtɒlədʒi/

tautology

不必要的重复
Meaning
the unnecessary repetition of the same idea in different words
Example
The phrase 'it will happen or it won’t' is a tautology.
'它会发生，或者不会发生' 这句话就是一个套词论。
B2 verb /ɪmˈpoʊzd/

imposed

强加
Meaning
forced something to be accepted or put in place
Example
The government imposed new regulations on the industry.
政府对该行业实施了新规章。
B2 verb /pɪəs/

pierce

刺穿
Meaning
to make a hole through something; to penetrate with a sharp object
Example
The arrow will pierce through the target.
箭矢将穿透目标。
C1 noun /ˌoʊvərprəˈdʌkʃən/

overproduction

过度生产
Meaning
The act of producing more of something than is needed or can be consumed.
Example
The economic crisis was caused by the overproduction of goods.
经济危机是由商品的过度生产引起的。
B1 noun /ˈkæmpəs/

campus

校园
Meaning
The grounds and buildings of a university, college, or school.
Example
The university campus is filled with students during the fall semester.
大学校园在秋季学期期间充满了学生。
C2 adjective /ˌmɒnəkrəˈmætɪk/

monochromatic

Meaning
Consisting of or displaying only one color.
Example
The artist created a striking monochromatic painting in shades of blue.
C1 noun /ˈkɒz.moʊs/

Cosmos

宇宙花
Meaning
a colorful annual flower with daisy-like blooms and feathery foliage
Example
The cosmos flowers swayed gently in the summer breeze across the meadow.
宇宙花在夏季的微风中轻轻摇摆，穿过草地。
B1 adjective /ˌɪmpəˈlaɪt/

impolite

不礼貌
Meaning
Not showing good manners; rude.
Example
It is impolite to interrupt someone while they are speaking.
打断别人说话是不礼貌的。
C1 noun /ˈrɛɡjəleɪtər/

regulator

调节器
Meaning
a person or device that controls or maintains the operation of a system
Example
The government appointed a new regulator for the financial sector.
政府为金融部门任命了新的调节器。
A1 preposition /θruː/

through

通过
Meaning
moving in one side and out the other side of something
Example
The train passed through the tunnel.
火车通过了隧道。
B2 noun /ˈɡeɪt.weɪ/

Gateway

入口; 大门
Meaning
an entrance or opening that provides access to a place; a means of achieving a particular state or condition
Example
The ancient stone gateway served as the entrance to the magnificent palace.
古老的石门作为通往宏伟宫殿的入口。
B2 adjective /ˈtʃuː.zi/

Choosey/Choosy

挑剔的; 非常挑选的; 对喜欢或接受的东西非常挑剔
Meaning
very careful in choosing; selective; particular about what one likes or accepts
Example
He's very choosy about the restaurants where he eats.
他对他吃的餐馆非常挑剔。
C2 adjective /ˈpɜːrviəs/

pervious

透水的
Meaning
Allowing water, air, or other substances to pass through; permeable.
Example
The soil here is pervious to rainwater.
这里的土壤允许雨水通过。
C2 adjective /əˈkɪliən/

achillean

阿基里斯式
Meaning
like or characteristic of Achilles; strong but vulnerable
Example
His achillean pride made him blind to danger.
他的阿基里斯式骄傲让他对危险视而不见。
C1 verb ɪkˈstræp.ə.leɪt

Extrapolate

外推
Meaning
Making future estimates based on existing information
Example
Scientists extrapolate climate changes based on past data.
科学家根据过去的数据外推气候变化。
C1 noun /ˈblʌd.ʃed/

Bloodshed

流血; 屠杀
Meaning
the killing or wounding of people, typically in large numbers during a conflict
Example
The peace treaty was signed to prevent further bloodshed.
和平条约被签署，以防止进一步的流血。
A1 noun /ˈsʌn.deɪ/

sunday

星期天
Meaning
The day of the week between Saturday and Monday; often considered a day of rest or worship.
Example
We usually relax at home on Sunday.
我们通常在星期天在家休息。
C1 noun ˌdjʊə.rəˈbɪl.ə.ti

durability

耐用性
Meaning
The ability to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; hard-wearing.
Example
The durability of materials affects performance.
材料的耐用性会影响性能。
A2 verb /riːˈsaɪ.kəl/

recycle

回收
Meaning
to process used materials so they can be used again instead of being thrown away
Example
We should recycle paper and plastic to reduce waste.
我们应该回收纸张和塑料，以减少废物。
B2 adjective /ˈflɔː.ləs/

Flawless

完美的; 无缺陷
Meaning
perfect; without any defects or faults; immaculate
Example
Her flawless performance earned her a standing ovation.
她完美的表现为她赢得了全场起立的掌声。
C1 noun ˌkæl.ɪˈbreɪ.ʃən

calibration

校准
Meaning
The action or process of adjusting or determining the accuracy of measuring instruments.
Example
The accuracy of a scale depends on regular calibration.
秤的准确性取决于定期校准。
B1 adjective /ˈɛd.jʊ.keɪ.tɪd/

educated

有教养的
Meaning
Having received a good level of formal schooling or training; knowledgeable
Example
She is an educated woman who values lifelong learning.
她是一个受过良好教育的女性，重视终身学习。
A2 noun /ˈælbəm/

album

相册
Meaning
A collection of songs or photographs compiled into a single book, record, or digital file.
Example
She showed me her travel album full of beautiful pictures.
她给我看了她的旅行相册，里面有很多漂亮的照片。
C1 verb /ɪnˈkrɪmɪˌneɪt/

incriminate

使犯罪
Meaning
to make someone appear guilty of a crime or wrongdoing
Example
The new evidence could incriminate the suspect in the robbery case.
新证据可能会让嫌疑犯在抢劫案件中使犯罪。
C1 adjective /kwɪər/

Queer

奇怪的; 不寻常的; 特殊的
Meaning
strange; unusual; peculiar; odd
Example
The old house had a queer atmosphere that made visitors uncomfortable.
这座老房子有一种奇怪的气氛，让访客感到不舒服。
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。
B2 noun /ˌdɪs.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Disability

残疾
Meaning
a physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities
Example
Despite his physical disability, he became a successful athlete in wheelchair racing.
尽管他有身体残疾，他还是成为了轮椅赛车的成功运动员。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnədˈvɜːrtənt/

inadvertent

无意的, 非故意的
Meaning
Not resulting from or achieved through deliberate planning; unintentional.
Example
Her inadvertent mistake caused a delay in the project.
她的无意错误导致了项目的延迟。
C2 verb /ˌɛvəˈnɛs/

evanesce

逐渐消失
Meaning
To disappear gradually; to fade away.
Example
The mist began to evanesce as the sun rose higher.
雾气在太阳升高时开始逐渐消失。
C1 verb /weɪn/

wane

减少
Meaning
To decrease gradually in power, intensity, or size.
Example
The moon wanes after the full moon night.
月亮在满月之夜后开始减退。
A2 noun ˈbræntʃɪz

Branches

树枝
Meaning
A part of a tree that grows out from the trunk or from a bough.
Example
Family tree branches show the relationship between family members.
家族树的枝条展示了家人之间的关系。
C1 adjective /ˈvendʒ.fəl/

Vengeful

怀恨的
Meaning
seeking to harm someone in return for a perceived injury; vindictive
Example
She felt vengeful after her friend betrayed her trust.
她在朋友背叛她的信任后感到复仇心重。
C1 adjective /bəˈlɪdʒ.ər.ənt/

belligerent

好战或侵略性
Meaning
Hostile and aggressive, ready to fight or argue.
Example
His belligerent attitude often leads to conflicts.
他好战的态度常常导致冲突。
A2 noun /ˈtrʌb.əl/

Trouble

麻烦; 问题
Meaning
difficulty or problems; effort or exertion made to do something
Example
The car broke down and caused a lot of trouble for the family.
汽车坏了，给这个家庭带来了很多麻烦。
C2 verb /dɪˈfreɪ/

defray

支付费用
Meaning
to provide money to pay the costs of something
Example
The grant will help defray the cost of education.
这笔补助将帮助支付教育费用。
B2 noun /ˈjuː.sɪdʒ/

Usage

使用
Meaning
the action of using something; the way in which words are used in a language
Example
The dictionary explains the correct usage of difficult words.
词典解释了难词的正确用法。
B2 noun /məˈstɑːʃ/

Moustache

胡须
Meaning
hair that grows on the upper lip of men
Example
He grew a thick moustache for the play.
他为剧本长出了浓密的胡子。
B2 adjective ˈræd.ɪ.kəl

radical

能够带来根本性变化，反对传统的信仰或系统
Meaning
Capable of bringing fundamental changes opposite to conventional beliefs or systems.
Example
The leader proposed radical economic reforms.
领导人提议进行激进的经济改革。
C2 noun /ˈmæntl̩/

mantel

壁炉上的架子
Meaning
A shelf above a fireplace, often used for decoration.
Example
She placed family photos on the mantel above the fireplace.
她把家庭照片放在壁炉上的架子上。
C1 verb /bɪˈmoʊn/

bemoan

感到遗憾
Meaning
To express discontent or sorrow over something.
Example
Critics bemoaned the lack of diversity in the film.
评论家对电影中的多样性缺乏表示遗憾。
C2 noun /əˈprəʊ.bri.əm/

opprobrium

耻辱, 侮辱
Meaning
Harsh criticism or public disgrace.
Example
The scandal brought opprobrium on the politician.
丑闻给政治家带来了耻辱。
C2 adjective /ˈbɔːlki/

balky

固执
Meaning
difficult, uncooperative, or stubborn
Example
The balky printer refused to work when needed most.
固执的打印机在最需要的时候拒绝工作。
C1 noun /ˈsmætərɪŋ/

smattering

浅薄的知识
Meaning
A small amount or superficial knowledge of something.
Example
He has a smattering of Spanish.
他对西班牙语有浅薄的了解。
A2 noun /dʒæz/

jazz

幸福
Meaning
a style of music characterized by improvisation, syncopation, and strong rhythm, originating in African American communities
Example
She loves listening to live jazz on weekends.
当她收到奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。
C2 noun /ɪkˌspɒstjʊˈleɪʃən/

expostulation

抗议
Meaning
the act of expressing protest or disagreement
Example
His expostulation against the unfair rules was ignored.
他对不公平规则的抗议被忽视了。
C2 noun /əˈpɒstəsi/

apostasy

背教
Meaning
The abandonment or renunciation of a religious or political belief.
Example
His public apostasy shocked his followers.
他的公开背教震惊了他的追随者。