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B2 verb dɪˈtɪrɪəˌreɪts

deteriorates

恶化
Meaning
To become progressively worse; to decline in quality, condition, or strength.
Example
The quality of air deteriorates due to pollution.
因污染，空气质量正在恶化。
B2 adjective /ˈmɛʒərd/

measured

衡量
Meaning
carefully considered and deliberate
Example
She spoke in a calm, measured tone.
她以冷静和衡量的语气说话。
B2 noun /ˈkæməˌflɑːʒ/

camouflage

伪装
Meaning
the act of hiding or disguising something by making it blend with its surroundings
Example
The soldiers used camouflage to hide from the enemy.
士兵们使用伪装来躲避敌人。
B2 adjective /ˈlɔːŋtaɪm/

longtime

长期的
Meaning
having existed or continued for a long time
Example
They are longtime friends who met in college.
他们是大学时认识的长期朋友。
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.
B2 verb /ˌriːəˈʃʊr/

reassure

安慰
Meaning
to say or do something to remove someone's doubts or fears
Example
The teacher reassured the students before the exam.
老师在考试前安慰了学生。
B2 noun /ˈfer.i boʊt/

Ferry-boat

渡船
Meaning
a boat that carries passengers and vehicles across water
Example
We took the ferry-boat to cross the river.
我们坐渡船过河。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈbaɪəst/

unbiased

公正
Meaning
Not showing prejudice; impartial and fair.
Example
The report gave an unbiased view of the situation.
报告提供了该情况的公正观点。
B2 adjective /ˈaɪ.dəl/

Idle

懒惰的; 不活跃的; 没有工作的
Meaning
lazy; inactive; not working or being used
Example
The factory workers were idle during the strike.
工厂工人在罢工期间闲置。
B2 noun /ˈoʊ.vər ɡroʊθ/

Over growth

过度生长
Meaning
excessive growth beyond normal size; too much development or expansion
Example
The overgrowth of weeds made the garden look untidy.
杂草的过度生长让花园显得不整洁。
B2 noun /ˌɔː.ri.enˈteɪ.ʃən/

orientation

定向
Meaning
the process of becoming familiar with a new situation or environment
Example
The company provides an orientation for all new employees.
公司为所有新员工提供定向培训。
B2 noun /ˈɡræfɪks/

graphics

图形
Meaning
visual images, designs, or drawings used to convey information or artistic expression
Example
The website uses stunning graphics to attract visitors.
该网站使用令人惊叹的图形来吸引访客。
B2 adjective /ˈskɑː.lət/

Scarlet

猩红色
Meaning
a bright red color with a slightly orange tinge
Example
The scarlet roses in the garden looked magnificent in the morning light.
花园里的猩红色玫瑰在晨光下看起来非常壮丽。
B2 verb /ˌdɪfəˈrɛnʃieɪt/

differentiate

区分
Meaning
To recognize or make a distinction between things.
Example
It is important to differentiate between fact and opinion.
重要的是区分事实和意见。
B2 noun, adjective /hjuːˌmænɪˈtɛəriən/

humanitarian

人道主义者
Meaning
A person who seeks to promote human welfare, or something relating to human welfare and compassion.
Example
The organization provides humanitarian aid to disaster victims.
该组织为灾难受害者提供人道主义援助。
B2 adjective /kræmpt/

cramped

狭小, 不舒服地小
Meaning
uncomfortably small or restricted
Example
The room was so cramped that we could barely move.
房间太小了，以至于我们几乎不能移动。
B2 noun /bɪˈliːvər/

believer

信徒
Meaning
a person who believes in something, especially a religious faith, idea, or principle
Example
She is a strong believer in hard work and honesty.
她坚信努力工作和诚实。
B2 noun /ˌdɛm.əˈɡræf.ɪks/

Demographics

人口统计学
Meaning
Statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it.
Example
Demographics help in targeted advertising.
人口统计有助于定向广告。
B2 noun ɡrɪd

grid

电网
Meaning
A network of interconnected lines or a system for distributing electricity over a wide area.
Example
The national power grid must be upgraded.
国家电网必须升级。
B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsɪlər/

councilor

议员
Meaning
an elected member of a council, especially a local government body
Example
The councilor held a public meeting to discuss local issues.
议员召开了一个公共会议，讨论地方问题。
B2 verb /ɪˈreɪs/

erase

擦除
Meaning
to remove completely; to delete or wipe out
Example
Use an eraser to erase the pencil marks.
使用橡皮擦来擦掉铅笔痕迹。
B2 adjective /suːˈpɜːrb/

superb

极好的
Meaning
extremely good; excellent
Example
The hotel provided superb service during our stay.
酒店在我们停留期间提供了极好的服务。
B2 noun /ˈleɪ.bər.ər/

Labourer

工人
Meaning
a person who does unskilled physical work for wages
Example
The labourer worked hard all day at the construction site.
工人整天在建筑工地上辛勤工作。
B2 verb /əˈplɔːd/

applaud

鼓掌
Meaning
to show approval by clapping or expressing admiration
Example
The audience applauded the performance.
观众为表演鼓掌。
B2 adjective /ˌmʌltɪˈlɪŋɡwəl/

multilingual

多语种
Meaning
Able to speak or written in several languages.
Example
She grew up in a multilingual household.
她在一个多语言的家庭中长大。
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。
B2 adverb /ʌnˈsɜːrtənli/

uncertainly

不确定地
Meaning
in a way that shows doubt or lack of certainty
Example
She glanced uncertainly at the complicated instructions.
她不确定地看着复杂的说明。
B2 adjective /ɪˈtɜː.nəl/

Eternal

永恒的; 无尽的; 不朽的; 永远
Meaning
lasting or existing forever; without end or beginning; everlasting
Example
Their love seemed eternal and unbreakable.
他们的爱似乎永恒且不可打破。
B2 noun /ˈmɔɪs.tʃər/

Moisture

湿气
Meaning
water or dampness that exists in small amounts in the air or on a surface
Example
The skin cream helps retain moisture.
护肤霜有助于保持湿气。
B2 noun /ˈvæn.ɪ.ti/

Vanity

虚荣
Meaning
excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements; the quality of being worthless or pointless
Example
Her vanity made her spend hours looking at herself in the mirror.
她的虚荣让她花了好几个小时在镜子前看自己。
B2 noun /ˌpɜː.sɪˈvɪə.rəns/

perseverance

毅力
Meaning
Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success
Example
His perseverance helped him achieve his dreams.
他的毅力帮助他实现了梦想。
B2 noun ədˈvɜː.sɪ.ti

adversity

逆境
Meaning
Difficulties; misfortune; a difficult or unpleasant situation.
Example
He remained strong in the face of adversity.
他在逆境中保持坚强。
B2 adjective /ˌsen.tɪˈmen.təl/

Sentimental

多愁善感的
Meaning
having tender feelings; being emotional about memories or experiences
Example
She became sentimental when looking at old family photographs.
她看着旧的家庭照片时变得多愁善感。
B2 noun /ˈsʌb.sɪ.di/

subsidy

补贴
Meaning
Financial assistance provided by government to reduce costs of goods or services.
Example
The government provides a fuel subsidy to control prices.
政府提供燃料补贴以控制价格。
B2 adverb /ˈtʃiːfli/

chiefly

主要
Meaning
mainly; primarily
Example
The festival is celebrated chiefly by young people.
这个节日主要由年轻人庆祝。
B2 adjective /ˌfʌndəˈmɛntl/

fundamental

Meaning
forming a necessary base or core; of central importance
Example
Honesty is a fundamental principle of good leadership.
B2 noun /ˈtɛmpoʊ/

tempo

节奏, 速度
Meaning
The speed or pace at which a piece of music or activity is performed.
Example
The band played the song at a faster tempo than usual.
乐队以比平常更快的节奏演奏了这首歌。
B2 noun; verb /ˈlaɪnʌp/

line-up

阵容；排成一列
Meaning
a group or arrangement of people or things in a line; to arrange people or things in a row or planned order
Example
The coach announced the team line-up before the match.
教练在比赛前宣布了球队阵容。
B2 adjective /stɪf/

Stiff

僵硬的; 坚固的; 刚硬的
Meaning
not easily bent or changed; rigid; firm
Example
The old wooden board was too stiff to bend.
那块老木板太硬了，弯不起来。
B2 verb /pərˈsɪst/

persist

Meaning
to continue firmly in an action or opinion despite difficulty or opposition
Example
She decided to persist in her efforts to learn French.
B2 noun /jel/

Yell

叫喊; 尖叫; 哭喊
Meaning
a loud, sharp cry of pain, surprise, or delight; to shout loudly
Example
He let out a yell when he saw the spider.
他看到蜘蛛时发出了尖叫。
B2 adjective /ʌnprɪˈpɛrd/

Unprepared

未准备好
Meaning
not ready or able to deal with something
Example
He was unprepared for the difficult exam.
他对困难的考试毫无准备。
B2 noun /ədˈmɪnɪstreɪtər/

administrator

Meaning
a person responsible for running or managing an organization or system
Example
The school administrator implemented new policies for students.
B2 noun /ˈprɪv.ə.lɪdʒ/

Privilege

特权
Meaning
a special right or advantage that only one person or group has
Example
It's a privilege to work with such talented people.
与如此有才华的人一起工作是一种特权。
B2 noun /ˈraɪdər/

rider

骑手
Meaning
A person who rides a horse, bicycle, motorcycle, or other vehicle.
Example
The rider fell off the horse.
骑手从马背上摔了下来。
B2 verb /wɪp/

whip

鞭打
Meaning
to strike or beat with a flexible instrument such as a rope or cord
Example
The trainer whipped the horse to make it run faster.
教练用鞭子抽打马匹，使其跑得更快。
B2 verb /pæt/

pat

Meaning
to touch someone or something gently, often to show affection or approval
Example
She gently patted the dog on its head.
B2 adjective /ˈed.ɪ.bəl/

Edible

可食用的
Meaning
safe to eat; suitable for consumption
Example
Only edible mushrooms should be used in cooking.
仅应使用可食用的蘑菇进行烹饪。
B2 noun /ɪmˈpɒlɪtnəs/

impoliteness

不礼貌
Meaning
lack of good manners or courtesy; rude behavior
Example
His impoliteness towards the guests shocked everyone.
他对客人的不礼貌让所有人都感到震惊。
B2 adjective ˈsiːm.ləs

seamless

无缝
Meaning
A process or service that works without any interruption.
Example
A seamless checkout process improves user satisfaction.
无缝结账流程提高了用户满意度。
B2 verb fəˈsɪl.ɪ.teɪt

facilitate

促进
Meaning
Make an action or process easier or more achievable; to help bring about.
Example
Good infrastructure facilitates economic growth.
良好的基础设施促进经济增长。
B2 noun /kwɪˈziːn/

cuisine

美食
Meaning
A style or method of cooking, especially characteristic of a particular country or region.
Example
Italian cuisine is famous all over the world.
意大利美食在全世界都很有名。
B2 noun (plural) /skræps/

scraps

剩菜
Meaning
Small pieces left over from something; also small fights or quarrels.
Example
The dog ate the scraps from the table.
狗吃了桌子上的剩菜。
B2 noun /ˈnjuːzˌlɛtər/

newsletter

时事通讯
Meaning
a printed or electronic report containing news or information about a company or organization
Example
The company sends a weekly newsletter to its employees.
公司每周向员工发送时事通讯。
B2 adjective /ˈskɛptɪkəl/

skeptical

怀疑的
Meaning
not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations
Example
She was skeptical about the new plan.
她对新计划持怀疑态度。
B2 noun θrets

threats

威胁
Meaning
A statement of an intention to inflict pain, injury, damage, or other hostile action.
Example
Threats to food security are rising globally.
全球食品安全面临威胁。
B2 noun /ˈpɪl.ɡrɪm/

Pilgrim

朝圣者; 旅行者
Meaning
a person who journeys to a sacred place for religious reasons; a traveler
Example
The pilgrim walked for days to reach the holy shrine.
朝圣者走了好几天才到达圣地。
B2 noun ˈsɪblɪŋz

Siblings

兄弟姐妹
Meaning
Each of two or more children or offspring having one or both parents in common.
Example
Siblings are usually placed on the same level in a family tree.
兄弟姐妹通常在家谱中处于同一水平。
B2 noun ˈbaɪ.əʊˌfjuː.əl

biofuel

生物燃料
Meaning
A fuel derived immediately from living matter, as opposed to fossil fuels derived from long-dead biological matter.
Example
Biofuels reduce dependence on conventional energy sources.
生物燃料减少了对传统能源来源的依赖。
B2 noun /ˈɡæm.blər/

Gambler

赌徒
Meaning
a person who gambles regularly, typically someone who cannot resist the urge to gamble
Example
The experienced gambler knew when to fold his cards and when to bet big.
经验丰富的赌徒知道什么时候该放弃牌局，什么时候该下大赌注。
B2 noun /ˈædvəkəsi/

advocacy

倡导
Meaning
public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy
Example
Her advocacy for children's rights earned her international recognition.
她对儿童权利的倡导为她赢得了国际认可。
B2 adjective /ˈluː.nər/

Lunar

月球的
Meaning
relating to the moon; of or concerning the moon
Example
The lunar eclipse was visible last night.
月食昨晚可见。
B2 noun /drɪl/

drill

钻头
Meaning
a tool or exercise used for making holes or practicing skills
Example
The students took part in a fire drill at school.
学生们参加了学校的火灾演习。
B2 noun /ˈpaɪ.rət/

Pirate

海盗
Meaning
a person who attacks and robs ships at sea; someone who uses or reproduces copyrighted material illegally
Example
The pirate ship was spotted near the coast.
海盗船在海岸附近被发现。
B2 noun /ˈtʃɪk piː/

Chick pea

鹰嘴豆
Meaning
round beige legume; protein-rich pulse used in various dishes
Example
Soak the chick peas overnight before cooking them for better digestion.
将鹰嘴豆浸泡一整晚，然后烹饪，以改善消化。
B2 verb /ˈvɒmɪt/

vomit

呕吐
Meaning
to bring up food from the stomach through the mouth; to be sick
Example
The patient began to vomit after taking the medication.
病人在服药后开始呕吐。
B2 noun /ɪnˈfek.ʃən/

Infection

感染
Meaning
the process of infecting or the state of being infected; a disease caused by germs
Example
The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the bacterial infection in her throat.
医生开了抗生素来治疗她喉咙的细菌感染。
B2 verb /ɪnˈfɔːrs/

enforce

执行
Meaning
to make sure that a rule, law, or policy is obeyed
Example
The police are responsible for enforcing the law.
警方负责执行法律。
B2 noun əˈsʌmp.ʃənz

assumptions

假设
Meaning
Things that are accepted as true or certain to happen, without proof.
Example
His assumptions about the project were completely wrong.
他对项目的假设完全错误。
B2 noun /ˈɡloʊbəl əˈwɛrnɪs/

global awareness

全球意识
Meaning
Worldwide consciousness and understanding of important issues that affect people globally, leading to informed action and policy changes.
Example
Global awareness of climate change is essential for policy changes.
全球气候变化意识对政策变化至关重要。
B2 adjective /ˈnuːkliər/

nuclear

核能
Meaning
relating to the nucleus of an atom or to nuclear energy
Example
The country is developing nuclear energy.
该国正在开发核能。
B2 verb /stɑːv/

starve

饿死
Meaning
to suffer or die from lack of food
Example
He was left to starve in the desert.
他被丢在沙漠里饿死。
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/adjective /ˌædəˈlɛsənt/

adolescent

青少年
Meaning
A young person in the process of developing from a child into an adult.
Example
Adolescents often experience rapid physical and emotional changes.
青少年常常经历快速的身体和情感变化。
B2 verb /ˈskrɪbəl/

scribble

乱涂乱画
Meaning
to write or draw carelessly or quickly
Example
The child scribbled all over the wall.
孩子在墙上乱涂乱画。
B2 adverb /ˈkrɪtɪkli/

critically

严重地
Meaning
in a way that expresses disapproval or a very serious, important way
Example
He was critically injured in the accident.
他在事故中受了重伤。
B2 adjective ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntl

instrumental

重要的
Meaning
Serving as a crucial means, agent, or tool; having a part in bringing about a result.
Example
Children can be instrumental in building a better society.
孩子们可以在建设更好的社会中发挥重要作用。
B2 adjective /ˈprɪv.ə.lɪdʒd/

Privileged

特权的
Meaning
having special advantages; favored; elite
Example
She comes from a privileged background with many opportunities.
她来自一个有特权的背景，拥有许多机会。
B2 verb /ˈkɑːmpənseɪt/

compensate

赔偿
Meaning
to give something to make up for loss or damage; to counterbalance
Example
The company will compensate employees for overtime work.
公司将为加班支付赔偿。
B2 verb /əˈraɪz/

arise

出现
Meaning
to begin to exist or to happen
Example
Problems may arise if you don't plan ahead.
如果你没有提前计划，问题可能会出现。
B2 noun ˌpʌŋkˈtʃʊəlɪti

punctuality

守时
Meaning
The quality of being on time; the habit of arriving or doing things at the agreed or proper time.
Example
Punctuality is a valued trait in professional settings.
守时是职业环境中一个受重视的品质。
B2 verb /bɪˈtreɪ/

betray

背叛
Meaning
to be disloyal to; to reveal secrets
Example
He felt betrayed by his closest friend.
他感到被他最亲密的朋友背叛。
B2 verb /trɛk/

trek

Meaning
to go on a long, difficult journey, especially on foot
Example
They trekked across the mountains for three days.
B2 noun /ˈprɒbləm ˈsɒlvɪŋ/

problem-solving

问题解决
Meaning
The process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues.
Example
Problem-solving skills are key to leadership.
解决问题的技能是领导力的关键。
B2 noun /meɪz/

Maze

迷宫
Meaning
A network of paths designed as a puzzle; a confusing situation
Example
The children got lost in the corn maze at the harvest festival.
孩子们在丰收节的玉米迷宫里迷路了。
B2 noun /dʒet/

Jet

喷气式飞机
Meaning
a rapid stream of liquid, gas, or flame; an aircraft powered by jet engines
Example
The jet took off smoothly and reached cruising altitude quickly.
这架喷气机平稳起飞，迅速达到了巡航高度。
B2 noun /ˈnæʃənəl ˈænθəm/

national anthem

国歌
Meaning
an official patriotic song of a country, performed at national events and ceremonies
Example
The national anthem was played before the international match.
国际比赛前演奏了国歌。
B2 noun ˈwɜːrkˌləʊd

workload

工作量
Meaning
The amount of work to be done by someone or something.
Example
His workload has increased dramatically in the past month.
他的工作量在上个月急剧增加。
B2 noun /ˌkɒndɛnˈseɪʃən/

condensation

冷凝
Meaning
The process of water vapor changing into liquid; also, the act of making something more concise.
Example
Condensation formed on the windows during the cold night.
在寒冷的夜晚，窗户上形成了冷凝。
B2 noun oʊˈbiː.sə.t̬i

obesity

肥胖症
Meaning
The condition of being grossly fat or overweight.
Example
Obesity increases the risk of diabetes and heart disease.
肥胖症增加糖尿病和心脏病的风险。
B2 verb /vaʊ/

vow

发誓
Meaning
to make a serious promise; to pledge solemnly
Example
They vowed to love each other forever.
他们发誓永远相爱。
B2 noun /ˈɒs.trɪtʃ/

Ostrich

鸵鸟
Meaning
a large flightless bird native to Africa with long legs and neck
Example
The ostrich is the world's largest bird.
鸵鸟是世界上最大的鸟。
B2 verb /ˈsteɪ.bə.laɪz/

stabilize

稳定
Meaning
to make something steady, secure, or unlikely to change suddenly
Example
The government took measures to stabilize the economy.
政府采取措施以稳定经济。
B2 noun prəˈtæɡənɪst

protagonist

主角
Meaning
The leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.
Example
Charles Darnay is one of the protagonists of the story.
查尔斯·达尔内是故事中的主角之一。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈtʃeɪndʒɪŋ/

unchanging

不变的
Meaning
remaining the same over time; not changing
Example
Her love for her family was unchanging throughout the years.
她对家人的爱多年来始终不变。
B2 verb əbˈzɜːrvd

observed

庆祝
Meaning
To celebrate or keep a religious or other festival.
Example
The day is observed annually to raise awareness.
这一天每年庆祝，以提高意识。
B2 noun /ɪɡˈzɔːstʃən/

exhaustion

疲劳
Meaning
A state of extreme physical or mental fatigue.
Example
Chronic exhaustion can lead to burnout and decreased productivity.
长期的疲劳可能会导致倦怠和生产力下降。
B2 adjective /swɪft/

swift

Meaning
moving very quickly; happening promptly
Example
The river current was swift after the heavy rain.
B2 noun /ˈsɪblɪŋ/

sibling

兄弟姐妹
Meaning
A brother or sister.
Example
She has three siblings, two brothers and one sister.
她有三个兄弟姐妹，两个兄弟和一个妹妹。
B2 verb /fɔːrˈsiː/

foresee

预见
Meaning
To be aware of beforehand; to predict or expect.
Example
She could foresee the challenges ahead.
她能够预见到前方的挑战。
B2 adjective /aɪˈrɒnɪk/

ironic

讽刺的，讽刺性的
Meaning
happening in the opposite way to what is expected, often amusing or sarcastic
Example
It is ironic that the fire station burned down.
消防站着火了，真讽刺。
B2 noun /ˌɑːrkiˈɑːlədʒi/

archaeology

考古学
Meaning
the study of human history and prehistory through excavation and analysis of artifacts, monuments, and other physical remains
Example
She studied archaeology to learn about ancient civilizations.
她学习考古学以了解古代文明。
B2 noun /ɪnˈsɪstəns/

insistence

坚持
Meaning
the act of demanding something firmly or repeatedly
Example
At his insistence, we stayed longer.
在他的坚持下，我们待得更久。
B2 adjective /ˈædvɜːrs/

Adverse

不利的; 负面的; 有害的
Meaning
harmful; unfavorable; opposing; negative
Example
The adverse weather conditions forced them to cancel the event.
恶劣的天气条件迫使他们取消了活动。
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 /ˈmɪstʃɪvəs/

Mischievous

顽皮的; 淘气的; 调皮的
Meaning
playfully naughty; causing minor trouble; impish
Example
The mischievous child hid his sister's favorite toy.
顽皮的孩子把他姐姐最喜欢的玩具藏了起来。
B2 verb /ˌriː.kənˈstrʌkt/

reconstruct

重建
Meaning
to build or form something again after it has been damaged or destroyed
Example
The city was reconstructed after the earthquake.
这座城市在地震后重新建设。
B2 adjective /blænd/

bland

乏味
Meaning
lacking strong features, flavor, or character; dull or uninteresting
Example
The soup was too bland for my taste.
这汤对我的口味太乏味了。
B2 adjective /ˈdʒɔɪfəl/

joyful

快乐的
Meaning
full of joy and happiness; causing joy or delight
Example
She felt joyful when she heard the good news.
听到好消息时，她感到很快乐。
B2 adverb /hɪˈstɒrɪkli/

historically

历史上
Meaning
in a way that relates to history or past events
Example
Historically, this city was a major trade center.
历史上，这座城市曾是一个重要的贸易中心。
B2 noun ˈpærəˌlɛlz

parallels

相似之处
Meaning
Similarities or comparisons between two different things or situations
Example
There are parallels between Japan's aging issues and Bangladesh's situation.
日本的老龄化问题和孟加拉国的情况之间存在相似之处。
B2 noun /əˈstrɒlədʒi/

astrology

占星术
Meaning
the study of the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs
Example
She studied astrology to understand her future.
她学习占星术来了解她的未来。
B2 adjective /ˈɒp.ʃən.əl/

Optional

可选的
Meaning
not compulsory; left to choice
Example
Wearing a tie is optional for this event.
穿领带是这个活动的可选项。
B2 adjective /ˈstʌnɪŋ/

stunning

令人惊叹
Meaning
extremely impressive or attractive
Example
The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely stunning.
从山顶看到的景色简直令人惊叹。
B2 noun /dwɔːrf/

dwarf

矮人
Meaning
a person, animal, or plant much smaller than average
Example
Snow White lived with seven dwarfs.
白雪公主与七个矮人一起生活。
B2 noun /ˈhɑːrd.ʃɪp/

Hardship

困境，痛苦
Meaning
severe suffering or privation; difficulty or distress
Example
Despite facing many hardships during the war, the family remained united and hopeful.
尽管在战争期间经历了许多困难，家庭依然保持团结和希望。
B2 noun /æŋˈzaɪ.ə.ti/

anxiety

焦虑或不安
Meaning
A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.
Example
Meditation helps reduce anxiety and stress.
冥想有助于减少焦虑和压力。
B2 noun /ɔːˈtɒn.ə.məs ˈviː.ɪ.kəlz/

autonomous vehicles

自动驾驶车辆
Meaning
Vehicles that can operate and move without human intervention or control.
Example
Autonomous vehicles are revolutionizing the future of transport.
自动驾驶车辆正在革新交通运输的未来。
B2 noun /ˈkwɪə.ri/

Query

查询; 问题;
Meaning
a question or inquiry; a request for information
Example
I have a query about the new policy changes in the company.
我有一个关于公司新政策变化的查询。
B2 adjective /ɪnˈtɛns/

intense

强烈
Meaning
Of extreme force, degree, or strength.
Example
She felt intense pain after the accident.
她在事故后感到剧烈的疼痛。
B2 noun /ˈkʌt.lət/

Cutlet

炸肉饼
Meaning
a small piece of meat, especially veal or lamb, for frying or grilling
Example
She served delicious chicken cutlets for dinner.
她为晚餐提供了美味的炸鸡肉饼。