B2 verb /ˌdɪsəˈpruːv/

disapprove

不赞成

Meaning

to have a negative opinion about something; to consider something wrong or bad

Example

Many parents disapprove of smoking.

许多父母不赞成吸烟。

B2 noun ˈdevəsteɪtɪŋ ˈkɒnsɪkwənsɪz

devastating consequences

毁灭性后果

Meaning

Extremely harmful or destructive results or effects

Example

Air pollution has devastating consequences for health.

空气污染对健康有毁灭性后果。

B2 adjective /dɪˈzæs.trəs/

Disastrous

灾难性的

Meaning

extremely bad or unsuccessful; causing great damage

Example

The hurricane had disastrous effects on the city.

飓风对城市造成了灾难性的影响。

B2 noun /ˈdraɪv.weɪ/

driveway

车道

Meaning

a short private road leading from a street to a house or garage

Example

The car was parked in the driveway next to the garden.

车子停在花园旁的车道上。

B2 noun /ˈdɪpləmæt/

diplomat

外交官

Meaning

An official representing a country abroad; a person skilled in dealing with people tactfully.

Example

The diplomat negotiated a peace agreement.

外交官谈判了一个和平协议。

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 verb /dɪˈsɛnd/

descend

Meaning

To move or fall downward; to come or go down from a higher place.

Example

The hikers descended the steep mountain path.

B2 noun /ˌdek.ləˈreɪ.ʃən/

Declaration

声明; 宣告; 公告

Meaning

a formal or explicit statement or announcement; an official proclamation

Example

The president's declaration of independence marked a historic moment for the nation.

总统的独立宣言标志着国家历史性的时刻。

B2 noun /ˈdiː.fekt/

Defect

缺陷

Meaning

a shortcoming, imperfection, or lack; a fault or flaw in something

Example

The manufacturing defect caused the product to fail after only one week.

生产缺陷导致产品在仅仅一周后就失败了。

B2 verb /dɪsˈkloʊz/

disclose

披露

Meaning

to reveal or make information known; to expose

Example

The company must disclose all financial information.

公司必须披露所有的财务信息。

B2 adverb /ˈdɪmli/

dimly

昏暗

Meaning

in a faint or unclear way; with little light

Example

The room was dimly lit by a single candle.

房间被一根蜡烛微弱地照亮。

B2 noun /dɪsˈrʌp.ʃən/

disruption

中断

Meaning

Barrier or interruption, sudden disturbance in any process or service.

Example

The road construction caused major disruption in traffic flow.

道路建设导致交通流量的大规模中断。

B2 noun /ˌdel.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

delegation

代表团

Meaning

A group of people chosen to represent others in negotiations or discussions.

Example

The delegation presented their country's agenda.

代表团提出了他们国家的议程。

B2 verb /daɪˈdʒest/

digest

消化

Meaning

to break down food in the body; to think about and understand

Example

It takes time to digest a heavy meal.

要花时间消化一顿丰盛的饭菜。

B2 noun /ˌdɪsəˈɡriːmənt/

disagreement

分歧

Meaning

a failure to agree or a difference in opinion

Example

Their disagreement on the issue caused a delay in the project.

他们在这个问题上的分歧导致了项目的延迟。

B2 noun /dɪˌskrɪm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Discrimination

歧视; 不公正待遇; 偏见

Meaning

the unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people; recognition of difference

Example

The company was sued for racial discrimination in their hiring practices.

该公司因其招聘中存在种族歧视而被起诉。

B2 noun /dɪˈpləʊ.mə/

diploma

文凭

Meaning

an official document showing that a person has completed a course of study or training

Example

She received her diploma after finishing the nursing program.

她在完成护理课程后获得了文凭。

B2 adjective /daɪˈnæm.ɪk/

dynamic

动态

Meaning

Characterized by constant change, activity, or progress.

Example

Life flows in a dynamic stream.

生活在动态的河流中流动。

B2 verb /dɪˈraɪv/

derive

派生

Meaning

To obtain something from a source.

Example

Many English words derive from Latin.

许多英语词汇源自拉丁语。

B2 noun /ˌdaɪəˈbiːtiːz/

diabetes

幸福

Meaning

a medical condition in which the body cannot properly control the level of sugar in the blood

Example

He was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes last year.

她收到奖项时，无法掩饰自己的幸福。

B2 adjective /dɪˈskʌr.ɪ.dʒɪŋ/

Discouraging

令人沮丧的

Meaning

making someone feel less confident or enthusiastic about doing something

Example

The coach's discouraging words affected the team's morale.

教练的令人沮丧的话语影响了球队的士气。

B2 noun /dæm/

Dam

大坝; 水库;

Meaning

a barrier constructed to hold back water and raise its level; a female parent of an animal

Example

The massive dam provides electricity and controls flooding in the region.

巨大的大坝为该地区提供电力，并控制洪水。

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。

B2 adjective /dɪˈfektɪv/

Defective

有缺陷的; 不完整的

Meaning

having faults or defects; imperfect

Example

The defective product was returned to the store.

有缺陷的产品被退还到商店。

B2 noun /dɪˈpreʃ.ən/

Depression

抑郁症

Meaning

a mental health condition characterized by persistent sadness; a severe economic downturn

Example

The therapist helped her cope with depression through cognitive behavioral therapy.

治疗师通过认知行为疗法帮助她应对抑郁症。

B2 noun ˈdɒmɪnəns

dominance

主导地位

Meaning

Power and influence over others; control or command.

Example

The dominance of Urdu was evident.

乌尔都语的主导地位显而易见。

B2 verb /dɪˈpraɪv/

deprive

Meaning

to take something away from someone, or prevent them from having it

Example

The new law may deprive people of their rights.

B2 noun /ˈdiːlər/

dealer

经销商

Meaning

a person or business that buys and sells goods; someone who distributes

Example

The car dealer offered a discount to attract customers.

汽车经销商提供了折扣以吸引客户。

B2 noun daɪˈvɜːsɪti

diversity

多样性

Meaning

The state of being diverse; variety.

Example

Biodiversity promotes ecosystem stability and resilience.

生物多样性促进了生态系统的稳定性和恢复力。

B2 noun/verb /dɪˈspjuːt/

dispute

争议, 争论

Meaning

a disagreement or argument about something important

Example

The two countries are in dispute over the border issue.

两个国家在边界问题上存在争议。

B2 adjective /dɪˈfensɪv/

Defensive

防御性

Meaning

used or intended to defend or protect; showing a tendency to react in an angry or hurt way when criticized

Example

He became defensive when criticized about his work.

当他因为工作受到批评时，他变得防御性很强。

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 verb /ˌdɪskəˈnɛkt/

disconnect

Meaning

to detach or separate from a connection or source

Example

Please disconnect the charger from the power outlet.

B2 adjective /dɪˌveləpˈmentl/

developmental

发展性的

Meaning

relating to the process of growth or progress

Example

Early childhood is a crucial developmental stage for learning.

早期儿童是学习的关键发展性阶段。

B2 adverb /ˈdʌbli/

doubly

双重地

Meaning

in a twofold manner; to twice the degree

Example

She felt doubly fortunate after winning the prize and getting a promotion.

在赢得奖项并获得晋升后，她感到双倍幸运。

B2 noun /djʊˈreɪʃən/

duration

持续时间

Meaning

the length of time that something continues

Example

The meeting lasted for the duration of two hours.

会议持续了两个小时。

B2 verb, noun /dɑːrt/

dart

飞镖/迅速奔跑

Meaning

to move suddenly and quickly; a small pointed missile thrown at a target

Example

The cat darted across the street to avoid the car.

猫迅速穿过街道以避开汽车。

B2 noun /ˈdæf.ə.dɪl/

Daffodil

水仙花

Meaning

A bright yellow spring flower with a trumpet-shaped center, symbolizing rebirth and new beginnings

Example

The daffodils bloomed early this spring in the meadow.

这些水仙花在这个春天早早在草地上盛开。

B2 noun /ˈden.sə.ti/

Density

密度

Meaning

the degree of compactness of a substance; the quantity of something per unit area

Example

The density of population in the city center is extremely high.

市中心的人口密度极高。

B2 verb /dɪˈmɒlɪʃ/

demolish

拆除

Meaning

to destroy completely, especially a building or structure

Example

The city decided to demolish the old stadium to build a new one.

这座城市决定拆除旧体育场，建造一个新的。

B2 verb /ˌdɪsɪnˈfɛkt/

disinfect

消毒

Meaning

to clean something thoroughly to destroy bacteria or viruses

Example

The nurse disinfected the wound before applying a bandage.

护士在敷上绷带之前消毒了伤口。

B2 verb /dreɪn/

drain

Meaning

to cause liquid to flow away from something; to remove liquid

Example

He drained the pasta before adding the sauce.

B2 adjective /dɪˈziːzd/

Diseased

生病的; 患病的

Meaning

affected by disease; suffering from illness; sick

Example

The diseased tree had to be removed from the garden.

那棵生病的树必须从花园里移除。

B2 verb /daɪˈvɜːrt/

divert

Meaning

to turn aside from a course; to redirect or entertain

Example

The police diverted traffic to a side road.

B2 adverb /ˈden.sli/

densely

密集地

Meaning

In a closely compacted or crowded manner.

Example

The area is densely covered with trees.

这个区域密集地覆盖着树木。

B2 noun /dɪˈstɪŋk.ʃən/

Distinction

优异; 卓越; 荣誉

Meaning

a difference or contrast between similar things; excellence that sets someone apart; honor or recognition

Example

She graduated with distinction, earning the highest honors in her class.

她以优异的成绩毕业，获得了班级最高荣誉。

B2 adjective /dɪˈstɪŋktɪv/

distinctive

独特的

Meaning

having a quality or characteristic that makes something different and easily noticed

Example

The restaurant is known for its distinctive flavors.

餐厅以其独特的味道而闻名。

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。

B2 verb /dæʃ/

dash

Meaning

to move quickly and suddenly; to strike or break something violently

Example

She dashed across the street to catch the bus.

B2 adverb /ˈdɛspərətli/

desperately

绝望地

Meaning

in a way that shows despair or great need

Example

He called for help desperately after the accident.

事故发生后，他绝望地呼叫帮助。

B2 noun /dɪˈsɛnt/

descent

下降 / 血统

Meaning

the action of moving downward, falling, or dropping; ancestry or origin

Example

The climbers began their descent from the mountain peak.

登山者从山顶开始下降。

B2 verb /ˈdɒmɪneɪt/

dominate

主导

Meaning

to have power or control over something or someone

Example

The company dominates the smartphone market.

这家公司主导了智能手机市场。

B2 noun /ˈdeɪtəbeɪs/

database

数据库

Meaning

a structured collection of data stored and accessed electronically

Example

The company's customer details are stored in a secure database.

公司的客户信息存储在一个安全的数据库中。

B2 noun /ˌdɪsəˈpruːvəl/

disapproval

不赞成

Meaning

The expression of an unfavorable opinion or judgment

Example

Her parents showed clear disapproval of her decision to drop out of college.

她的父母对她辍学的决定表现出明显的不赞成。

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。

B2 noun /dɪˈpləʊməsi/

diplomacy

Meaning

The profession, activity, or skill of managing international relations or handling affairs tactfully.

Example

Effective diplomacy helped avoid the conflict.

B2 noun daɪˈlem.ə

dilemma

困境, 难题

Meaning

A situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between two or more alternatives.

Example

She faced a moral dilemma at work.

她在工作中面临道德困境。

B2 noun /dɪˈpen.dənt/

Dependent

依赖; 被抚养人

Meaning

a person who relies on another for financial support; someone who depends on others

Example

As a tax dependent, she could not file her own tax return separately.

作为税务依赖人，她无法单独提交自己的税表。

B2 noun /ˈdoʊnər/

donor

捐赠者

Meaning

A person who gives something, especially to a charity or cause.

Example

The donor contributed generously to the hospital’s new wing.

捐赠者慷慨地为医院的新翼捐赠了资金。

B2 adjective /ˌdɪsəˈbiːdiənt/

Disobedient

不服从的

Meaning

refusing to obey rules or authority; rebellious

Example

The disobedient child refused to follow the rules.

不听话的孩子拒绝遵守规则。

B2 adjective /ˈdɛntəl/

dental

牙科的

Meaning

relating to teeth or dentistry

Example

She goes for a dental checkup every six months.

她每六个月进行一次牙科检查。

B2 noun /duːm/

doom

厄运

Meaning

A terrible fate, destruction, or unavoidable bad outcome.

Example

The ancient prophecy foretold the city’s doom.

古老的预言预示了这座城市的厄运。

B2 noun /doʊ/

dough

面团

Meaning

a mixture of flour, water, and other ingredients used to make bread or pastries

Example

She kneaded the dough for ten minutes before baking.

她揉了十分钟面团然后烤了它。

B2 adjective /ˈdespərət/

Desperate

绝望

Meaning

reckless; extremely urgent; critical

Example

The situation became desperate as water supplies ran out.

当水源耗尽时，情况变得绝望。

B2 noun /droʊn/

Drone

雄性蜜蜂

Meaning

a male bee that does not work and whose only function is to mate with the queen

Example

The drone bees do not collect honey like worker bees.

这些雄性蜜蜂不会像工蜂一样采蜜。

B2 noun /ˈdɛməˌkræt/

democrat

民主党人

Meaning

a supporter of democracy or a member of the Democratic Party in the US

Example

He is a strong democrat who believes in equal rights.

他是一个坚强的民主党人，相信平等的权利。

B2 noun /ˈdreɪ.nɪdʒ/

drainage

排水

Meaning

the system or process by which water or other liquids are drained away

Example

Poor drainage caused flooding in the neighborhood.

糟糕的排水系统导致了邻里的洪水。

B2 adjective /dɪˈstɪŋkt/

Distinct

独特的; 独一无二的; 清晰的; 可识别的

Meaning

separate and different; clear and recognizable; unique

Example

Each painting has its own distinct style and character.

每幅画都有自己独特的风格和特点。

B2 verb /dɪˈplɔɪ/

deploy

部署

Meaning

to position strategically; to use effectively

Example

The military will deploy troops to the border.

军队将部署部队到边境。

B2 noun /depθ/

Depth

深度; 深沉或深刻的特质

Meaning

the distance from the top or surface to the bottom; the quality of being intense or profound

Example

The depth of the ocean in this area reaches over three thousand meters.

该地区的海洋深度超过三千米。

B2 adjective /dɪˈstrɛst/

distressed

痛苦

Meaning

feeling or showing extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

Example

She looked distressed after hearing the bad news.

听到坏消息后，她看起来很痛苦。

B2 noun /ˈdrʌm.stɪk/

Drumstick

莫林加荚

Meaning

long green pod vegetable from moringa tree; nutritious vegetable used in curries

Example

The drumstick adds a unique flavor to the traditional fish curry.

鼓槌为传统鱼咖喱增添了独特的风味。

B2 noun draʊt

drought

干旱

Meaning

A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall; a shortage of water.

Example

Drought impacts crop growth significantly.

干旱显著影响农作物的生长。

B2 noun /dɪsˈkloʊʒər/

disclosure

披露

Meaning

the action of making something known or public

Example

The disclosure of the company's financial status was delayed.

公司财务状况的披露被延迟了。

B2 adjective /dɪˈsɛptɪv/

deceptive

具有欺骗性的

Meaning

Giving an appearance or impression different from the truth; misleading.

Example

Appearances can be deceptive.

外表可能具有欺骗性。

B2 adjective /dɪˈbeɪtəbl̩/

debatable

有争议的

Meaning

open to discussion or doubt; not certain

Example

It is debatable whether the policy will work.

是否政策有效是有争议的。

B2 verb /dɪˈspaɪz/

despise

鄙视

Meaning

to regard with contempt; to hate strongly

Example

She despises dishonesty in all its forms.

她鄙视所有形式的不诚实。

B2 noun /daɪm/

dime

十分硬币

Meaning

a small coin, especially a U.S. coin worth ten cents

Example

He gave me a dime for the phone call.

他给了我一枚十分硬币用于打电话。

B2 adjective /ˈdjʊərəbəl/

Durable

耐用的; 强壮的; 结实的

Meaning

able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; lasting; strong

Example

This durable fabric will last for many years.

这款耐用面料将持续多年。

B2 noun /dɪˈnaɪ.əl/

Denial

否认

Meaning

the action of declaring something to be untrue; refusal to acknowledge something

Example

His denial of involvement in the scandal was met with skepticism.

他否认参与丑闻的行为，遭遇了怀疑。

B2 adjective /ˌdɪp.ləˈmæt.ɪk/

Diplomatic

外交的; 善于处理人际关系

Meaning

relating to diplomacy; tactful; skilled in managing relationships

Example

She gave a diplomatic answer to avoid offending anyone.

她给出了外交的回答，以避免冒犯任何人。

B2 noun /ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən/

distribution

分配

Meaning

the act of sharing or delivering something to multiple people or places

Example

The company manages the distribution of food supplies to rural areas.

公司管理食品供应的分配到农村地区。

B2 verb /dɪsˈkɑːrd/

discard

丢弃

Meaning

to throw away something that is no longer needed

Example

She decided to discard the old clothes.

她决定丢弃旧衣服。

B2 noun/verb /dɪˈvɔːrs/

divorce

离婚

Meaning

the legal ending of a marriage; to officially end a marriage

Example

After years of conflict, they decided to get a divorce.

经过多年的冲突，他们决定离婚。

B2 verb /dɪˈspoʊz/

dispose

丢弃

Meaning

To get rid of something, or to arrange or incline towards something.

Example

He disposed of the old furniture responsibly.

他负责任地处理了那些旧家具。

B2 noun dɪˈplɔɪmənt

deployment

部署

Meaning

The action of bringing resources into effective action.

Example

The deployment of the new software was completed successfully.

新软件的部署成功完成。

B2 adjective /dɪsˈɡreɪsfəl/

Disgraceful

可耻的; 不光彩的; 应受谴责的

Meaning

shameful; bringing dishonor; worthy of condemnation

Example

His disgraceful behavior shocked everyone at the party.

他那可耻的行为让派对上的每个人都震惊了。

B2 noun /dɪsˈɡaɪz/

Disguise

伪装; 掩饰

Meaning

a means of altering one's appearance to conceal one's identity; something that hides the truth

Example

The spy wore an elaborate disguise to avoid being recognized by enemies.

间谍穿着精心设计的伪装，以避免被敌人认出。

B2 verb /dɪˈmɪnɪʃ/

diminish

Meaning

to make or become less; to reduce in size, importance, or value

Example

Over time, his influence in the company began to diminish.

B2 noun /dɪsˈtrɛs/

distress

痛苦

Meaning

extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

Example

He felt a deep sense of distress when he heard the bad news.

当他听到坏消息时，他感到深深的痛苦。

B2 adjective /dɪm/

Dim

昏暗; 光线微弱; 微弱

Meaning

not bright; having little light; faint

Example

The room was dim with only a small candle for light.

房间昏暗，只有一只小蜡烛提供光线。

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。

B2 noun ˈdɪdʒɪtəl ˈfɔːrmæt

Digital Format

数字格式

Meaning

A format in which information is stored as electronic data.

Example

A digital format family tree can be shared online.

数字格式的家谱可以在线共享。

B2 adjective /dɪˈstɜː.bɪŋ/

disturbing

令人不安

Meaning

causing anxiety, worry, or emotional distress

Example

The news about the accident was deeply disturbing.

关于事故的新闻令人深感不安。

B2 noun dɪˈstrækʃən

distraction

分心

Meaning

Something that prevents concentration or takes attention away from something else.

Example

Distraction during study time can hinder learning.

学习时的分心可能会阻碍学习。

B2 noun /ˈdɛsɪməl/

decimal

十进制

Meaning

A number system based on 10; a number expressed in the base-10 system.

Example

The number 0.75 is a decimal.

数字0.75是一个十进制数。

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。

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 /dɪˈtætʃ/

detach

分开

Meaning

to separate or remove something from something else

Example

She detached the page from the notebook.

她从笔记本上撕下了那一页。

B2 adjective dɪˈlɪbəreɪt

deliberate

故意做的

Meaning

Done consciously and intentionally; carefully considered.

Example

His deliberate actions showed great care and thoughtfulness.

他的故意行为表现出极大的关心和深思熟虑。

B2 verb /ˈdɪkteɪt/

dictate

口述

Meaning

to say words aloud for someone to write down; to give orders

Example

The boss dictates letters to his secretary.

老板给他的秘书口述信件。

B2 adjective /dɪˈstrʌktɪv/

Destructive

破坏性

Meaning

causing damage; harmful

Example

The hurricane was highly destructive to coastal areas.

飓风对沿海地区造成了极大的破坏。

B2 noun /dɪˈkeɪ/

Decay

腐烂; 分解; 衰退

Meaning

the process of rotting or decomposing; gradual decline or deterioration

Example

The old building showed signs of decay after years of neglect.

这座老建筑在多年疏忽后显示出腐烂的迹象。

B2 noun /dɪˈpen.dəns/

Dependence

依赖

Meaning

the state of relying on or needing someone or something for support; addiction

Example

His dependence on technology made it difficult for him to work without internet.

他对科技的依赖使得他在没有互联网的情况下很难工作。

B2 noun /dɪsˈkʌmfərt/

discomfort

不适

Meaning

A feeling of slight pain, unease, or awkwardness.

Example

She shifted in her chair due to discomfort in her back.

由于背部不适，她在椅子上移动。

B2 noun /ˈdaʊn.fɔːl/

Downfall

衰退; 失败; 毁灭

Meaning

a loss of power, prosperity, or status; the cause of such a loss

Example

His arrogance and pride led to his eventual downfall in business.

他的傲慢和自豪导致了他在生意中的最终失败。

B2 verb /dɪˈspætʃ/

dispatch

派遣

Meaning

to send off to a destination or for a purpose

Example

The company dispatched aid to the flood victims.

公司向洪水受害者派遣了援助。

B2 verb /dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃ/

distinguish

区分

Meaning

to recognize or show the differences between two or more things; to set apart as different

Example

It can be difficult to distinguish between truth and rumor.

区分真相和谣言可能很困难。

B2 verb /ˈdæzəl/

dazzle

使目眩

Meaning

to impress deeply or blind with brilliance or skill

Example

The magician's tricks dazzled the audience.

魔术师的把戏使观众眼花缭乱。

B2 noun/verb /dræft/

draft

草稿

Meaning

A preliminary version of a piece of writing; to prepare a preliminary version of a document.

Example

She finished the first draft of her novel.

她完成了小说的第一份草稿。

B2 noun ˌdedɪˈkeɪʃn

dedication

奉献

Meaning

The quality of being dedicated or committed to a task or purpose; devotion.

Example

His dedication laid the foundation of Indian science.

他的奉献为印度科学奠定了基础。

B2 noun /dɒk/

dock

码头

Meaning

a structure where ships are loaded, unloaded, or repaired

Example

The ship stayed at the dock for two days.

船只在码头停留了两天。

B2 noun /dɔːn/

Dawn

黎明

Meaning

the first appearance of light in the sky before sunrise; the beginning or start of something

Example

The fishermen set out to sea before dawn to catch the morning tide.

渔民们在黎明前出海，赶上早潮。

B2 noun /dɪsˈɔːrdər/

disorder

紊乱

Meaning

A state of confusion or lack of order; also a medical or mental condition.

Example

The protest ended in disorder when the crowd became violent.

抗议活动在群众变得暴力后陷入了混乱。

B2 verb /dɪˈprɛs/

depress

压抑

Meaning

To make someone feel sad or without hope; to reduce the level or strength of something.

Example

The gloomy weather tends to depress people.

阴郁的天气常常使人感到抑郁。

B2 noun /dʌv/

Dove

鸽子

Meaning

a small, gentle bird with soft cooing sounds, often white and symbolizing peace

Example

The white dove flew peacefully across the blue sky.

白鸽平静地飞翔在蓝天上。

B2 adjective /dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃt/

Distinguished

杰出; 荣誉的; 著名的; 拥有尊严的外观或举止

Meaning

notable; honored; famous; having a dignified appearance or manner

Example

He is a distinguished professor at the university.

他是大学里一位杰出的教授。

B2 adjective /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪdʒd/

disadvantaged

贫困

Meaning

Lacking the basic resources or conditions needed for a good standard of living or equal opportunities.

Example

The program provides support to disadvantaged children.

该计划为贫困儿童提供支持。

B2 verb /dwel/

dwell

居住

Meaning

to live in a place; to think about something for a long time

Example

They dwell in a small cottage by the lake.

他们住在湖边的一座小屋里。

B2 adjective /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/

definitive

决定性

Meaning

serving as a final or most authoritative form; conclusive and decisive

Example

The committee reached a definitive agreement on the policy.

委员会就政策达成了决定性协议。

B2 verb /dɪˈstrækt/

distract

分心

Meaning

to take someone's attention away from what they are doing or focusing on

Example

The loud noise distracted her during the exam.

大声噪音让她在考试中分心。