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C2 noun/adjective /ˈdɪstæf/

distaff

与女性相关，母系
Meaning
Relating to women or the maternal side of a family; also a tool for spinning thread.
Example
She came from the distaff side of a noble family.
她来自一个贵族家庭的母系。
B2 adjective /ˈruː.mi/

Roomy

宽敞的; 有很多空间的
Meaning
spacious; having a lot of room
Example
The apartment is very roomy with spacious bedrooms.
公寓非常宽敞，拥有宽大的卧室。
B2 noun /ˈkʌs.tə.mər rɪˈten.ʃən/

Customer Retention

客户保持
Meaning
The ability of a company or product to retain its customers over some specified period.
Example
High customer retention increases business sustainability.
高客户保持率增加了商业可持续性。
B1 noun /əˌsoʊsiˈeɪʃən/

association

协会
Meaning
an organized group of people who have joined together for a common purpose
Example
She is a member of the local teachers' association.
她是当地教师协会的成员。
C1 adjective /skəˈlæstɪk/

scholastic

学术的
Meaning
Relating to schools, education, or academic learning.
Example
The school organizes scholastic competitions every year.
学校每年举办学术竞赛。
C1 noun /ˈsæl.mən fɪʃ / ˈroʊ.huː/

Salmon fish / Rohu

罗胡鱼
Meaning
a freshwater fish popular in South Asian cuisine; also refers to salmon which is a different species
Example
Rohu fish is commonly prepared with spices in Bengali households.
罗胡鱼通常在孟加拉家庭中用香料烹饪。
C2 adjective /ˌɪnkəmˈbʌstəbl/

incombustible

不燃烧
Meaning
Not capable of catching fire or burning.
Example
This material is incombustible and safe for construction.
这种材料是防火的，适合建筑使用。
C1 adjective /ˌprɛfəˈrɛnʃəl/

preferential

优先的
Meaning
showing or giving advantage to one over others
Example
Members receive preferential treatment at the club.
会员在俱乐部享有优先待遇。
A2 noun /læmp/

Lamp

灯; 台灯
Meaning
a device for giving light, either one using electricity or burning gas or oil
Example
She turned on the reading lamp to illuminate her book.
她打开了阅读灯，以照亮她的书。
A1 verb /hæv/

have

拥有
Meaning
to possess, own, or hold
Example
They have three children.
他们有三个孩子。
C2 adjective /ˈtrʌŋkeɪtɪd/

truncated

缩短
Meaning
shortened by cutting off a part; cut short
Example
The meeting was truncated due to time constraints.
由于时间限制，会议被缩短了。
B2 noun /məˈlɛəriə/

malaria

疟疾
Meaning
a serious infectious disease spread by mosquitoes, causing fever, chills, and sweating
Example
Malaria is a common disease in tropical regions.
疟疾在热带地区是一种常见疾病。
C1 adjective /ˈstɛlər/

stellar

卓越
Meaning
Relating to stars; outstanding or excellent.
Example
She gave a stellar performance in the play.
她在话剧中的表现非常卓越。
C2 noun /əˌpɒθiˈoʊsɪs/

apotheosis

神化, 顶峰
Meaning
The highest point of development; the perfect example of something; the elevation of someone to divine status.
Example
Many see the Renaissance as the apotheosis of art and culture in Europe.
许多人认为文艺复兴是欧洲艺术和文化的巅峰。
C1 noun /ɪˈlɪpsɪs/

ellipsis

省略号
Meaning
The omission of words in a sentence, represented by three dots (...).
Example
The writer used an ellipsis to show that part of the quote was omitted.
作者使用省略号来表示引用的部分被省略。
C2 noun (plural) /maɪˈnjuːʃiiː/

minutiae

琐事
Meaning
the small, precise, or trivial details of something
Example
The lawyer focused on the minutiae of the contract.
律师专注于合同的琐事。
C2 noun /ˈɡɑːrɡɔɪl/

gargoyle

石雕像（怪异的形状）
Meaning
A carved stone figure, often of a grotesque creature, on a building, typically used as a spout to carry water away.
Example
The ancient cathedral had gargoyles on every corner.
古老的大教堂的每个角落都有石像。
C1 noun /djʊˈrɛs/

duress

胁迫
Meaning
threats, violence, or pressure used to force someone to do something
Example
She signed the contract under duress.
她在胁迫下签署了合同。
C2 noun /ˌbræɡəˈdoʊʃioʊ/

braggadocio

吹嘘行为
Meaning
boastful or arrogant behavior; empty boasting
Example
His endless braggadocio annoyed everyone at the party.
他无休止的吹嘘行为让派对上的每个人都感到厌烦。
B2 noun /ˈwɔː.tər pɒt/

Water pot

水壶
Meaning
a container used for storing or carrying water
Example
The water pot in the kitchen was filled with fresh drinking water.
厨房里的水壶装满了新鲜的饮用水。
C2 adjective /ˈtriːzənəbl/

treasonable

叛国的
Meaning
Relating to or involving the crime of treason.
Example
The general was accused of treasonable conduct.
将军因叛国行为而被指控。
C1 adjective /ˈmjuːtɪd/

muted

柔和的
Meaning
softened in sound, color, or effect; subdued
Example
The room was painted in muted shades of blue and grey.
房间用蓝色和灰色的柔和色调粉刷。
C2 noun /ˈtʃɜː.nɪŋ stɪk/

Churning stick

搅拌棒
Meaning
a wooden stick used for stirring and churning butter, milk, or other liquids
Example
Grandmother used a churning stick to make fresh butter.
祖母用搅拌棒制作新鲜的黄油。
B2 noun /ˈfrɛʃnəs/

freshness

新鲜感
Meaning
The quality of being new, clean, and full of energy.
Example
The freshness of the morning air made everyone feel alive.
早晨的清新空气让每个人都感觉活力十足。
C1 noun /pɒmp/

pomp

盛大, 华丽
Meaning
ceremonial display or splendor; grandeur
Example
The graduation ceremony was full of pomp and circumstance.
毕业典礼充满了盛大和华丽。
B2 noun /ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəl ˈmuːvmənt/

environmental movement

环境运动
Meaning
A social or political movement aimed at protecting the environment and promoting sustainable practices through advocacy, education, and policy changes.
Example
The environmental movement focuses on reducing pollution and protecting ecosystems.
环境运动专注于减少污染并保护生态系统。
C2 noun /ˈɑːrbɪtər/

arbiter

仲裁者
Meaning
a person who has the authority to settle a dispute or decide an issue
Example
The principal acted as the arbiter in the conflict between the students.
校长在学生之间的冲突中充当了仲裁者。
B1 adjective /ʌnˈklɪər/

unclear

不清楚
Meaning
not easy to understand; vague or ambiguous
Example
The instructions were unclear, so I asked for clarification.
说明不清楚，所以我要求澄清。
B2 noun /ɪnˈrɪtʃ.mənt/

enrichment

丰富
Meaning
The action of improving or enhancing the quality or value of something.
Example
Cultural enrichment fosters a deeper understanding of traditions.
文化丰富促进对传统的更深理解。
B2 adverb /ˈstɛdɪli/

steadily

稳定地
Meaning
in a regular and continuous way; without stopping or changing
Example
The company's profits have been increasing steadily.
公司的利润稳定增长。
B2 adjective ˌæɡ.rɪˈkʌl.tʃər.əl

agricultural

农业的
Meaning
Connected with farming.
Example
Agricultural advancements enhance food security.
农业进步提高了食品安全。
B1 noun /reɪ/

ray

光线
Meaning
a narrow beam of light, heat, or radiation
Example
A ray of sunlight broke through the clouds.
一束阳光穿透了云层。
B1 adjective /ˈprɛʃəs/

precious

珍贵的
Meaning
of great value; highly esteemed or cherished
Example
This ring is very precious to my grandmother.
这枚戒指对我奶奶来说非常珍贵。
C2 phrase ˌdʒʊə.rɪs.pruːˈden.ʃəl ˈbentʃ.mɑːk

jurisprudential benchmark

法律标准
Meaning
A legal standard or precedent that serves as a reference point for future legal decisions.
Example
The decision set a jurisprudential benchmark.
这个决定设立了一个法律标准。
C2 adjective /ˈklæmərəs/

clamorous

喧闹的
Meaning
making a loud and confused noise; expressing strong demands noisily
Example
The clamorous audience demanded an encore from the band.
喧闹的观众要求乐队再来一首歌。
C1 verb /ɪnˈθrɔːl/

enthrall

迷住
Meaning
to captivate or hold someone’s attention completely
Example
The magician’s tricks enthralled the children.
魔术师的技巧让孩子们着迷。
C2 noun /ˌɑːrbəˈriːtəm/

arboretum

植物园
Meaning
a place where trees, shrubs, and plants are grown for scientific study or public display
Example
We visited the city’s arboretum to learn about exotic trees.
我们参观了城市的植物园，了解异国树木。
C1 adjective /traɪt/

trite

陈腐的
Meaning
Overused and lacking originality.
Example
The speech was full of trite phrases.
演讲中充满了陈词滥调。
B2 adjective /ˈheɪsti/

Hasty

匆忙的; 急促的
Meaning
done or acting with excessive speed or urgency; hurried
Example
Don't make hasty decisions when you're angry.
生气时不要做出匆忙的决定。
B2 adjective /səkˈsɛsɪv/

Successive

连续的; 连续的
Meaning
following one after the other in order; consecutive
Example
The team won three successive matches.
球队赢得了三场连续的比赛。
C1 adjective /ˈdɪs.ə.plɪ.ner.i/

Disciplinary

纪律的
Meaning
relating to discipline; intended to correct behavior
Example
The company took disciplinary action against the employee.
公司对员工采取了纪律处分措施。
C1 adverb /əˈraɪ/

awry

出错
Meaning
away from the expected or proper direction; wrong or amiss
Example
The plan went awry when the weather suddenly changed.
计划在天气突然变化时出了问题。
C2 adjective /ˈkɒlərɪk/

choleric

暴躁的
Meaning
Easily angered; irritable and hot-tempered.
Example
His choleric nature often got him into arguments.
他那暴躁的脾气常常让他卷入争论。
B2 noun /ˈrep.taɪl/

Reptile

爬行动物
Meaning
a cold-blooded animal with scaly skin that lays eggs on land
Example
The lizard is a common reptile found in gardens.
蜥蜴是一种常见的爬行动物，常见于花园中。
C2 verb /ɪmˈpeɪl/

impale

刺穿
Meaning
to pierce or fix something with a sharp object
Example
The knight was impaled by the enemy’s spear.
骑士被敌人的长矛刺穿。
C1 verb /dɪˈkraɪ/

decry

谴责
Meaning
to publicly criticize or express strong disapproval of something
Example
Many activists decry the destruction of the rainforest.
许多活动家谴责毁灭雨林。
C1 adjective /ˌeɪˈtɪpɪkəl/

atypical

非典型
Meaning
not representative of a type, group, or class; unusual or abnormal
Example
The doctor said it was an atypical case of the disease.
医生说这是一个非典型的病例。
C1 noun /riːk/

Reek

有臭味; 给人强烈的不愉快或不想要的印象
Meaning
to have a very unpleasant smell; to give a strong impression of something unpleasant or undesirable
Example
The garbage can reeks of rotten food.
垃圾桶有腐烂食物的臭味。
B2 adjective, noun /ˈfeɪʃəl/

facial

面部护理
Meaning
Relating to the face; a beauty treatment for the face
Example
She booked a facial at the spa.
她在水疗中心预订了一个面部护理。
B2 noun ˌsænɪˈteɪʃən

sanitation

卫生
Meaning
Conditions relating to public health, especially the provision of clean drinking water and adequate sewage disposal.
Example
Good sanitation practices are key to preventing infestations.
良好的卫生实践是防止侵扰的关键。
C1 noun /wæks ɡɔːrd/

Wax Gourd

蜡质葫芦
Meaning
a large white or green gourd with waxy skin, commonly used in Asian cooking
Example
The wax gourd soup is very nutritious and helps with digestion.
蜡质葫芦汤非常有营养，有助于消化。
C2 adjective /ˈbɪliəs/

bilious

胆汁的
Meaning
Relating to bile or an ill-tempered, irritable disposition.
Example
He became bilious after hearing the unfair criticism.
他在听到不公正的批评后变得暴躁。
B1 noun /ˈklaɪənt/

client

客户
Meaning
A person or organization using the services of a professional or company.
Example
The lawyer met with her client to discuss the case.
律师会见了她的客户，讨论案件
C1 verb /kɑːrp/

carp

抱怨
Meaning
to complain or find fault continually, often about trivial matters
Example
She tends to carp about the smallest inconveniences.
她倾向于为最小的不便抱怨。
A1 verb /ˈɡroʊ.ɪŋ/

growing

增长
Meaning
continuously increasing or developing
Example
There is a growing demand for renewable energy.
对可再生能源的需求正在增长。
B2 adjective /kənˈvɜːrtəbl/

convertible

敞篷车, 有可折叠车顶的汽车
Meaning
able to be changed into a different form or use; also a car with a roof that can be folded down
Example
She drove her new convertible along the coastal road.
她开着她的新敞篷车沿着海岸公路行驶。
C2 noun /kɛn/

ken

知识范围
Meaning
one's range of knowledge or understanding
Example
Quantum physics is beyond my ken.
量子物理学超出了我的理解范围。
A1 noun/verb /ˈkʊkɪŋ/

cooking

烹饪
Meaning
the process of preparing food by heating it
Example
Cooking is one of my favorite hobbies.
烹饪是我最喜欢的爱好之一。
C1 adjective /ˈrʌɡ.ɪd/

Rugged

粗糙不平；表面不规则；强壮而坚固
Meaning
rough and uneven; having a rough irregular surface; tough and strong
Example
The hikers crossed the rugged mountain terrain.
登山者穿越了崎岖的山地地形。
A2 adverb /ˌdaʊnˈsteəz/

Downstairs

楼下
Meaning
on or to a lower floor of a building
Example
Please go downstairs and wait in the lobby.
请下楼并在大厅等候。
C2 noun /ænˈtɪpəθi/

antipathy

反感
Meaning
a deep-seated feeling of dislike or aversion toward something or someone
Example
There was a mutual antipathy between the two rival companies.
两家竞争对手之间存在相互的反感。
B1 noun ˈiːˌkɒm.ɜːrs

e-commerce

电子商务
Meaning
The process of buying and selling goods or services through the internet.
Example
E-commerce has revolutionized the way people shop.
电子商务彻底改变了人们购物的方式。
C1 noun /ˈtrævɪsti/

travesty

Meaning
A false, absurd, or distorted representation of something.
Example
The trial was a travesty of justice.
C2 noun /ˈævərɪs/

avarice

贪婪
Meaning
extreme greed for wealth or material gain
Example
His avarice led him to exploit his workers.
他的贪婪导致他剥削工人。
B2 adjective /əˈlaɪd/

Allied

盟友; 联合; 关联
Meaning
joined by agreement or treaty; associated; connected
Example
The allied forces worked together during the war.
同盟军在战争期间一起工作。
C2 noun/adjective /ælˈbaɪ.noʊ/

albino

白化病 (缺乏色素的人/动物)
Meaning
A person, animal, or plant lacking normal pigmentation, resulting in pale skin, hair, and eyes.
Example
The albino rabbit had white fur and pink eyes.
白化病兔子有着白色的毛发和粉红色的眼睛。
B2 verb /wɛd/

wed

结婚
Meaning
to marry someone; to enter into a marriage
Example
They decided to wed in a small ceremony by the beach.
他们决定在海滩举行一个小型婚礼。
C1 noun /ˈen.mə.ti/

Enmity

仇恨
Meaning
a state or feeling of active opposition or hostility
Example
The enmity between the two families lasted for generations.
两家族之间的仇恨持续了几代人。
B2 noun /ˈpɪm.pəl/

Pimple

痘痘
Meaning
a small, inflamed elevation of the skin; a spot on the skin, especially on the face
Example
She was embarrassed about the pimple on her forehead.
她因额头上的痘痘而感到尴尬。
C1 noun /ˌɑːsɪˈleɪʃən/

oscillation

摆动
Meaning
The movement back and forth at a regular speed.
Example
The oscillation of the pendulum controls the clock.
摆锤的摆动控制着时钟。
B2 adverb /ˈsel.fɪʃ.li/

Selfishly

自私地
Meaning
in a selfish manner; caring only about oneself
Example
He selfishly took all the cookies.
他自私地拿走了所有饼干。
B2 adjective /ˈnoʊtɪsəbl/

noticeable

显著的
Meaning
Easily seen, observed, or recognized.
Example
There was a noticeable improvement in her performance.
她的表现有了显著的改善。
B2 noun /ˈærəɡəns/

Arrogance

傲慢
Meaning
having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities
Example
His arrogance made him unpopular among his colleagues.
他的傲慢使他在同事中不受欢迎。
C2 adjective /ɡrænˈdɪləkwənt/

grandiloquent

夸张的语言
Meaning
Using lofty, pompous, or extravagant language to impress others.
Example
The politician’s grandiloquent speech failed to connect with ordinary people.
这位政治家的夸张演讲未能与普通人产生共鸣。
C2 noun /bəˈfuːnəri/

buffoonery

小丑行为
Meaning
Foolish or ridiculous behavior intended to amuse.
Example
His constant buffoonery irritated the serious audience.
他不断的小丑行为激怒了严肃的观众。
C2 noun /ˈmʌɡwʌmp/

mugwump

独立于党派的人
Meaning
a person who remains independent from party politics or remains aloof from disputes
Example
He was called a mugwump for refusing to join either political side.
他因为拒绝加入任何政治派别而被称为马格旺普。
B2 noun /ɪnˈtɪəriər/

interior

内部
Meaning
the inside part of something; inner area of a place or object
Example
The interior of the hotel was beautifully decorated.
酒店的内部装饰非常美丽。
C1 noun ˈsɛlfləsnɪs

selflessness

无私
Meaning
The quality of being concerned more with the needs of others than with one's own.
Example
Selflessness is a key value for community building.
无私是社区建设中的关键价值。
C2 noun /ˈpɛdəˌɡɒɡ/

pedagogue

教师
Meaning
a teacher, especially a strict or formal one
Example
The old pedagogue insisted on discipline in the classroom.
那位老教育学家坚持在课堂上纪律。
C2 adjective /ɪnˈsɪpiənt/

incipient

初期的
Meaning
in an initial stage; beginning to develop
Example
The incipient storm made the sky turn dark and heavy.
初期的风暴使天空变得阴暗而沉重。
C2 verb /dɪsˈtɛnd/

distend

膨胀
Meaning
to swell or expand by pressure from within
Example
Her stomach began to distend after the large meal.
她的肚子在大餐后开始膨胀。
C1 noun /ˈaʊtˌkraɪ/

outcry

抗议
Meaning
A strong expression of public anger or disapproval.
Example
The decision sparked an outcry among the citizens.
这个决定在市民中引发了抗议。
B2 verb /ɪmˈbɑːrk/

embark

开始
Meaning
to begin a journey, project, or activity
Example
She decided to embark on a new career in medicine.
她决定开始医学领域的新事业。
C1 noun /ˈmenəs/

Menace

威胁
Meaning
A person or thing that is likely to cause harm; a threat
Example
The reckless driver was a menace to everyone on the road.
那个鲁莽的司机对路上的每个人构成了威胁。
A2 verb /bɪˈheɪv/

behave

表现
Meaning
to act in a particular way; to conduct oneself
Example
Children should behave well in school.
孩子们应该在学校里表现得很好。
B1 verb /ˈdekəreɪt/

decorate

装饰
Meaning
to make something look more attractive by adding ornaments
Example
We will decorate the room for the party.
我们将为派对装饰房间。
C2 noun /ˈrɛvəlri/

revelry

庆典
Meaning
Lively and noisy festivities, especially involving drinking and dancing.
Example
The sound of revelry could be heard throughout the night.
整晚都能听到庆典的声音。
B1 verb /ˈɒnər/

honour

荣誉
Meaning
to show respect; to keep a promise
Example
We honour our veterans for their service.
我们为退伍军人的服务表示荣誉。
C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzɪləreɪtɪd/

exhilarated

兴奋的
Meaning
feeling very happy, animated, or elated
Example
She felt exhilarated after finishing the marathon.
她在完成马拉松后感到非常兴奋。
C1 noun /ˈnaɪt.fɔːl/

nightfall

夜幕降临
Meaning
the time when night begins; dusk
Example
They decided to return home before nightfall.
他们决定在夜幕降临之前回家。
B2 noun /ˈtɜːrbən/

Turban

头巾
Meaning
a head covering made by wrapping a long piece of cloth around the head
Example
The Sikh man wore a colorful turban.
那位锡克教徒戴着一顶彩色的头巾。
C2 noun /ˈpɛntæd/

pentad

五个一组
Meaning
A group or set of five things.
Example
The committee was divided into a pentad of working groups.
委员会被分成了五个工作小组。
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。
C1 noun ˌdʒiːəˈlɒdʒɪkəl ˈstrʌktʃər

geological structure

地质结构
Meaning
The arrangement and composition of rocks, minerals, and landforms in the Earth's crust.
Example
Scientists will study the Moon's geological structure.
科学家将研究月球的地质结构。
C1 adjective /ɔːˈtɒn.ə.məs/

autonomous

自主
Meaning
Acting independently or having the freedom to do so.
Example
Autonomous systems ensure greater precision.
自主系统确保更高的精确度。
A2 adjective /ˈselfɪʃ/

Selfish

自私
Meaning
caring only about oneself rather than others
Example
He was too selfish to share his food with others.
他太自私了，不愿与他人分享他的食物。
A2 adverb, conjunction /haʊˈɛvər/

however

然而
Meaning
used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something previously said
Example
The journey was long; however, it was enjoyable.
旅程很长；然而，它是愉快的。
B2 verb /drɪft/

drift

漂移
Meaning
to move slowly, especially by air or water currents
Example
The boat began to drift away from the shore.
船开始从岸边漂移。
C1 verb /ɪnˈlɪst/

enlist

报名
Meaning
to join or sign up, especially for military service; to secure someone's support or help
Example
He decided to enlist in the army after graduation.
他决定毕业后加入军队。
C1 noun /tækt/

tact

机智
Meaning
Adroitness and sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues.
Example
He handled the situation with tact and professionalism.
他以机智和专业精神处理了这个情况。
C2 noun /ˈɡʌmp.ʃən/

gumption

勇气, 创新
Meaning
Courage, resourcefulness, or initiative.
Example
It takes real gumption to start your own business.
创业需要真正的勇气。
C2 adjective /ˈveɪpərəs/

Vaporous

蒸汽的; 模糊的
Meaning
consisting of vapor; vague or insubstantial
Example
The morning air was filled with vaporous mist.
早晨的空气充满了蒸汽般的雾气。
B2 preposition /əˈmɪd/

amid

在...中
Meaning
in the middle of or surrounded by something
Example
The team stayed calm amid the chaos.
团队在混乱中保持冷静。
B2 noun /ˈɡæmblɪŋ/

gambling

赌博
Meaning
the activity of betting money or valuables on an outcome, often involving risk
Example
He got addicted to gambling at the casino.
他在赌场上成瘾于赌博。
C2 adjective /ˈreə.rɪ.faɪd/

rarefied

Meaning
Of high moral, intellectual, or cultural value; distant from ordinary life.
Example
He works in the rarefied world of classical music.
C1 adverb /ˈmɪdweɪ/

Midway

中途; 在中间
Meaning
halfway; at or to the middle point
Example
The project is midway through completion.
项目正在完成的过程中。
C2 noun /ˈsteɪsɪs/ or /ˈstæsɪs/

stasis

停滯
Meaning
A state of inactivity or equilibrium; a situation where nothing changes.
Example
The negotiations reached a state of stasis with no progress made.
谈判达到了停滞状态，没有取得进展。
C2 noun /bjuːt/

butte

孤山
Meaning
an isolated hill with steep sides and a flat top, common in arid regions
Example
The travelers could see a tall butte rising in the desert.
旅行者们能看到沙漠中一座高耸的孤山。
C1 verb/adjective /ˈɡræspɪŋ/

grasping

抓住 / 贪婪
Meaning
Holding firmly; or (as an adjective) excessively greedy.
Example
The child was grasping her mother’s hand tightly.
孩子紧紧抓住她妈妈的手。
B2 noun ˈæn.ɪk.doʊt

anecdote

在演讲或写作中使用的短小有趣的故事
Meaning
A short interesting story used in speeches or writing.
Example
A well-placed anecdote makes a speech more relatable.
一个合适的位置插入小故事能让演讲更加容易理解。
B2 noun /ˈpæʃ.ən/

Passion

热情
Meaning
strong enthusiasm or excitement for something; intense emotion or feeling
Example
Her passion for music led her to become a professional singer.
她对音乐的热情促使她成为一名职业歌手。
B1 noun /ˈreɪn.dɪər/

Reindeer

驯鹿
Meaning
a large deer with branched horns that lives in cold northern areas
Example
Santa's reindeer pulled his sleigh across the sky.
圣诞老人的驯鹿拉着他的雪橇穿越天空。
B2 adjective /ˈneɪvəl/

naval

海军的
Meaning
relating to a country's navy or military ships
Example
The country invested heavily in naval defense.
该国在海军防御方面进行了大量投资。
C2 noun /ˈɡæŋ.weɪ/

gangway

Meaning
A narrow passage or walkway; also an exclamation used to clear the way.
Example
The sailors lowered the gangway for passengers to board.
C2 noun /ˈfoʊ.nə.ɡræm/

phonogram

音标符号
Meaning
a written symbol representing a speech sound
Example
The teacher showed how each phonogram represents a particular sound.
老师展示了每个音标符号如何代表特定的声音。
C2 noun /θroʊz/

throes

剧痛
Meaning
intense or violent pain and struggle, often at the beginning or end of something
Example
The country was in the throes of a political crisis.
该国正处于政治危机的剧痛之中。
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。
C1 verb /ɪnˈdɪr/

endear

使受喜爱
Meaning
To cause someone to be loved or liked.
Example
Her kindness and generosity endeared her to the community.
她的善良和慷慨使她深受社区喜爱。
C2 noun /ˈfɪlɪɡri/

filigree

精致的装饰工艺，通常由金或银制成
Meaning
delicate ornamental work of fine wire, usually of gold or silver
Example
The necklace was decorated with intricate gold filigree.
项链上装饰着精致的金质镶嵌工艺。
C2 verb /ˈkævəl/

cavil

提出无谓的反对
Meaning
to make petty or unnecessary objections
Example
She caviled at every detail of the plan.
她对计划的每个细节都提出了无谓的反对。
C1 noun ˌɒk.sɪˈdeɪ.ʃən

oxidation

氧化
Meaning
A chemical reaction that involves the combination of a substance with oxygen, often causing deterioration.
Example
Oxidation causes metal surfaces to weaken.
氧化会削弱金属表面。