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.

C1 noun /səˈvænə/

savanna

草原（散布着树木）

Meaning

a grassy plain with scattered trees, typical of tropical and subtropical regions

Example

Giraffes browsed on acacia trees across the wide savanna.

长颈鹿在广阔的萨凡纳上吃着金合欢树的叶子。

C2 verb /ɪnˈsteɪt/

instate

任命

Meaning

To set up in position, office, or authority.

Example

The board decided to instate her as the new director.

董事会决定任命她为新任总监。

C1 adjective /ˈpɜːrtɪnənt/

pertinent

improvements

改善

Meaning

The action of making or becoming better; an instance of something becoming or being made better.

Example

Continuous improvements increase productivity.

持续的改善提高了生产力。

B2 adjective /ˈræp.ɪd/

Rapid

快速的；迅速的；急速的；

Meaning

happening in a short time or at a fast pace

Example

The rapid growth of technology has changed our daily lives.

技术的快速增长改变了我们的日常生活。

C1 adjective /ˈʃeɪp.ləs/

Shapeless

无形的

Meaning

having no definite or well-defined shape or form

Example

The fog created a shapeless mass in the distance.

雾气在远处形成了无形的团块。

C2 adjective /ˌmɔːrɡəˈnætɪk/

morganatic

摩根婚姻

Meaning

relating to a marriage in which one partner, usually of lower social rank, does not share the titles or privileges of the other

Example

The prince entered into a morganatic marriage with a commoner.

王子与一名平民结婚，成为摩根婚姻。

C1 noun /ɪnˈsɜːrdʒəns/

insurgence

叛乱

Meaning

An act of rebellion or uprising against authority.

Example

The government struggled to contain the growing insurgence.

政府难以控制日益增长的叛乱。

B2 verb /əˈweɪkən/

awaken

唤醒

Meaning

to stop sleeping; to cause to become aware

Example

The loud noise awakened the entire neighborhood.

大声的噪音唤醒了整个邻里。

B2 verb /pruːn/

prune

修剪

Meaning

to cut off unwanted parts of a plant or tree to help it grow better

Example

Gardeners prune the trees in spring to encourage growth.

园丁在春天修剪树木以促进生长。

C2 verb /boʊd/

bode

预兆

Meaning

to be an omen of a particular outcome, often something bad

Example

The dark clouds bode a heavy storm.

黑云预示着一场大风暴。

C2 verb /ɪnˈveɪ/

inveigh

严厉批评

Meaning

To speak or write about something with great hostility and criticism.

Example

He inveighed against the corruption in government.

他严厉批评了政府中的腐败。

B2 noun /ˈvendə(r)/

Vendor

小贩

Meaning

a person or company offering something for sale, especially a trader in the street

Example

The street vendor sold fresh fruits and vegetables.

街头小贩卖新鲜的水果和蔬菜。

C1 adjective /ˈɡæsiəs/

gaseous

气态的

Meaning

Relating to or having the form of gas.

Example

Carbon dioxide is a gaseous substance.

二氧化碳是一种气态物质。

C2 noun /ˈdæstərd/

dastard

懦夫

Meaning

a cowardly or dishonorable person

Example

Only a dastard would betray his closest friend.

只有懦夫才会背叛自己最亲密的朋友。

C1 adjective /ˈɡɪdi/

giddy

头晕，兴奋过度

Meaning

Feeling dizzy or light-headed; also overly excited and frivolous.

Example

She felt giddy after spinning around so many times.

她转了好多圈后，感到头晕。

C1 noun /ˈmævərɪk/

maverick

特立独行的人

Meaning

An unorthodox or independent-minded person.

Example

The maverick scientist challenged established theories.

这位独立思考的科学家挑战了既定理论。

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。

B2 noun /kəˈlɛktər/

collector

Meaning

a person who collects things as a hobby or job

Example

He is a stamp collector with thousands of rare items.

C1 adjective /ˌdaɪəˈbɒlɪkəl/

diabolical

恶魔般的

Meaning

Wicked, cruel, or outrageously bad; resembling the devil.

Example

The dictator’s diabolical rule brought misery to the nation.

独裁者的恶魔般统治给国家带来了苦难。

C2 noun /kɔːrˈteɪʒ/

cortege

葬礼队伍

Meaning

a solemn procession, especially for a funeral

Example

A cortege of mourners followed the hearse to the cemetery.

一队哀悼的人跟随灵车到墓地。

A2 noun trʌst

trust

信任

Meaning

Firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something; confidence placed in a person by making that person the nominal owner of property.

Example

Building trust is essential for long-term relationships.

建立信任对于长期关系至关重要。

C2 noun /ˈtɔːrpər/

torpor

昏睡

Meaning

A state of physical or mental inactivity; lethargy.

Example

The heat induced a state of torpor in the workers.

高温使工人们陷入了昏睡状态。

B1 noun /kəˈnæl/

canal

水道

Meaning

an artificial waterway constructed for navigation, irrigation, or drainage

Example

The canal was built to help transport goods across the region.

该水道的建设是为了帮助运输区域内的货物。

A1 noun /ˈdrɪŋkɪŋ/

drinking

喝

Meaning

the act of consuming liquids, especially alcohol

Example

Drinking too much water at once can make you feel bloated.

一次喝太多水可能会让你感到腹胀。

C2 noun /ɜːrˈbænɪti/

urbanity

都市气质

Meaning

refined courtesy, elegance, and sophistication in manner

Example

Her urbanity made her popular among diplomats and leaders.

她的都市气质让她在外交官和领导人中非常受欢迎。

C1 adjective /rɪˈpliːt/

replete

充满

Meaning

Filled or well-supplied with something; abundantly full.

Example

The book is replete with fascinating historical details.

这本书充满了迷人的历史细节。

B2 verb /əˈspaɪər/

aspire

渴望

Meaning

to have a strong desire to achieve something

Example

Many students aspire to study abroad.

许多学生渴望去国外学习。

C2 verb /ɛkˈskɔːrieɪt/

excoriate

严厉批评

Meaning

To strongly criticize someone; to denounce severely.

Example

The critic excoriated the film for its poor script.

评论家因影片的糟糕剧本而严厉批评了该片。

B2 noun ˌɪn.təˈven.ʃən

intervention

干预

Meaning

The action or process of intervening; involvement in a situation to improve or help it.

Example

The intervention of the UN was crucial in resolving the conflict.

联合国的干预对解决冲突至关重要。

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 adjective /ˌfɪl.hɑːrˈmɒn.ɪk/

philharmonic

与交响乐团有关

Meaning

relating to a symphony orchestra or its music

Example

The philharmonic orchestra performed a stunning rendition of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony.

爱乐乐团演绎了贝多芬第九交响曲的精彩版本。

C2 noun /ˈlɛvi/

levee

堤坝

Meaning

An embankment built to prevent the overflow of a river or to hold back water.

Example

The town built a levee to protect itself from flooding.

该市建造了一座堤坝，以防洪水。

B1 verb /θrɪl/

Thrill

激动

Meaning

to cause someone to feel very excited and pleased

Example

The roller coaster ride thrills adventure seekers.

过山车之旅让冒险爱好者感到兴奋。

C2 noun /ˌdɛrɪˈlɪkʃən/

dereliction

失职

Meaning

the state of being abandoned; neglect of duty

Example

The officer was charged with dereliction of duty.

这名官员因失职被指控。

B2 noun /ˈlɒbstər/

Lobster

龙虾

Meaning

a large marine crustacean with claws and a hard shell

Example

The lobster was served with melted butter and lemon.

龙虾配上融化的黄油和柠檬一起上桌。

C1 adverb /ˈhɑr.tɪ.li/

Heartily

衷心地; 全心全意

Meaning

in a sincere and enthusiastic manner; wholeheartedly

Example

She heartily welcomed her guests to the party.

她衷心地欢迎她的客人来到派对。

B2 noun /ˈmɑːrdʒɪn/

Margin

边缘; 边际

Meaning

The edge or border of something; an amount allowed beyond what is needed

Example

Please write your notes in the margin of the page.

请在页面的边缘写下你的笔记。

B1 verb /briːð/

breathe

呼吸

Meaning

To take air into the lungs and send it out again.

Example

It was hard to breathe in the smoky room.

在烟雾弥漫的房间里呼吸很困难。

B2 adjective /mɪsˈliːdɪŋ/

misleading

误导性的

Meaning

giving the wrong idea or impression

Example

The advertisement was misleading and gave false information.

广告具有误导性，并提供了虚假的信息。

B2 noun ˈkæp.sjuːl

capsule

胶囊。一个小的可溶解的明胶外壳，内含药物剂量，整个吞下。

Meaning

A small soluble case of gelatin containing a dose of medicine, swallowed whole.

Example

Capsules contain controlled environments.

胶囊包含受控的环境。

C1 noun /ˈvælər/

valor

英勇

Meaning

Great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle.

Example

The soldier was honored for his valor during the war.

士兵因在战争中表现出的英勇而受到表彰。

C2 noun /ˈrɛk.tɪ.tjuːd/

rectitude

正直

Meaning

Morally correct behavior or thinking; righteousness and integrity.

Example

His rectitude earned him respect in society.

他的正直让他在社会中赢得了尊重。

C2 verb /ˈkæstreɪt/

castrate

阉割

Meaning

To remove the testicles of a male animal or human.

Example

The farmer castrated the young bulls to make them easier to manage.

农民阉割了年轻的公牛，以便更容易管理它们。

B2 adjective /ˈpreɪz.wɜː.ði/

Praiseworthy

值得赞扬

Meaning

deserving praise; commendable; admirable

Example

Her charitable work is truly praiseworthy.

她的慈善工作确实值得赞扬。

B2 verb /ɡruːm/

groom

Meaning

to clean, brush, and care for the appearance of someone or something

Example

She spends hours grooming her dog every week.

B1 noun /rɪˈfjuːz/

Refuse

垃圾; 拒绝

Meaning

waste material; garbage; to decline or reject something

Example

Please put the refuse in the designated bins.

请将垃圾放入指定的垃圾桶。

C1 verb /ˈdɛprɪˌkeɪt/

deprecate

贬低

Meaning

to express disapproval of something

Example

The teacher deprecated the use of slang in academic essays.

老师批评在学术论文中使用俚语。

C1 noun /ˈdɪs.ə.nəns/

dissonance

不和谐

Meaning

Disagreement, lack of harmony, conflict between ideas or beliefs.

Example

The cultural dissonance created misunderstandings.

文化不和谐造成了误解。

C2 noun /ˈswɑːvɪti/

suavity

优雅与魅力

Meaning

smoothness and charm in manner

Example

His suavity made him popular in social gatherings.

他的优雅与魅力使他在社交聚会中很受欢迎。

B2 noun /ˈmæstərpiːs/

Masterpiece

杰作

Meaning

A work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship

Example

The Mona Lisa is considered one of the greatest masterpieces of all time.

蒙娜丽莎被认为是所有时代最伟大的杰作之一。

B2 noun /kɔːrps/

corpse

尸体

Meaning

a dead body, especially of a human

Example

The police discovered a corpse in the abandoned house.

警察在废弃的房子里发现了一具尸体。

B2 noun /ˈpredʒ.ə.dɪs/

Prejudice

偏见

Meaning

preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience

Example

We must fight against prejudice and discrimination in our society.

我们必须在我们的社会中与偏见和歧视作斗争。

C1 adjective /məˈkɑː.brə/

Macabre

可怕

Meaning

disturbing because concerned with death; gruesome and horrifying

Example

The horror movie had a macabre atmosphere.

这部恐怖片有一个可怕的氛围。

C1 verb /bɪˈhoʊld/

behold

看见；目睹

Meaning

to see or observe something, especially something remarkable or impressive

Example

She stood quietly to behold the sunrise over the hills.

她静静地站着，目睹山上的日出。

C1 noun /ɪɡˈzɜːr.ʃən/

exertion

体力或脑力劳动

Meaning

Using energy or effort to achieve something.

Example

Excessive exertion can lead to fatigue and burnout.

过度的exertion可能导致疲劳和精疲力竭。

C2 adjective /ˈsɑːdn/

sodden

湿透的

Meaning

thoroughly soaked or saturated with liquid

Example

His clothes were sodden after the heavy rain.

他的衣服在大雨后湿透了。

B2 noun /ˈtɜːr.mər.ɪk ˈpaʊ.dər/

Turmeric Powder

姜黄粉

Meaning

ground turmeric root used as a spice and for its medicinal properties

Example

Add a pinch of turmeric powder to the curry for color and flavor.

在咖喱中加入一撮姜黄粉，增加色泽和味道。

C1 noun ˈdʒen.ə.saɪd

genocide

种族灭绝

Meaning

The deliberate killing of a large group of people, especially those of a particular ethnic group or nation.

Example

The allegations of genocide raised global concerns.

种族灭绝的指控引起了全球关注。

A2 noun /ˈkoʊkənʌt/

Coconut

椰子

Meaning

a large brown seed with hard shell containing white flesh and coconut water

Example

We drank coconut water directly from the coconut.

我们直接从椰子里喝椰子水。

B2 verb /krʌʃ/

crush

Meaning

to press or squeeze something so hard that it is damaged or destroyed

Example

He accidentally crushed the paper cup in his hand.

C2 verb /dɪˈstreɪn/

distrain

扣押

Meaning

to seize someone's property in order to obtain payment of rent or other money owed

Example

The landlord distrained the tenant's furniture for unpaid rent.

房东因租金未付扣押了租客的家具。

B1 verb /rɪˈspɒnd/

respond

回应

Meaning

to give an answer or reply; to react to something

Example

Please respond to my email as soon as possible.

请尽快回复我的电子邮件。

A1 pronoun /aɪ/

i

我

Meaning

used by a speaker to refer to himself or herself

Example

I am learning English every day.

我每天都在学习英语。

A1 adjective /ɡriːn/

Green

绿色

Meaning

of a color intermediate between blue and yellow in the spectrum; colored like grass or emeralds

Example

The green leaves on the trees look fresh after the rain.

树上的绿色叶子在雨后看起来很新鲜。

B2 verb /ˈbrɪdʒɪŋ/

bridging

建设桥梁，建立连接

Meaning

The action of building a bridge over something; connecting or reducing the distance between two things.

Example

The new initiative is bridging the gap between urban and rural development.

新举措正在缩小城市与乡村发展的差距。

A2 noun /dʒɪm/

gym

健身房

Meaning

a place equipped for physical exercise and fitness training

Example

He goes to the gym every morning to work out.

他每天早晨去健身房锻炼。

B2 noun /ˈrɪdəl/

Riddle

谜语

Meaning

a question or statement intentionally phrased so as to require ingenuity in ascertaining its answer or meaning; a puzzle

Example

The ancient riddle stumped all the scholars for years.

古老的谜语让所有学者困扰了多年。

C1 adjective /moʊˈmentəs/

Momentous

重要

Meaning

of great importance or significance; having far-reaching consequences

Example

The signing of the peace treaty was a momentous occasion for both countries.

和平条约的签署是两个国家的一个重要时刻。

A1 noun /deɪz/

days

天数

Meaning

plural of day; refers to multiple 24-hour periods of time

Example

The project will take at least five days to finish.

这个项目将需要至少五天才能完成。

C1 noun /əˌfɪl.iˈeɪ.ʃən/

affiliation

隶属关系

Meaning

The state or process of affiliating or being affiliated; a connection or association.

Example

His affiliation with the company lasted for a decade.

他与公司的隶属关系持续了十年。

C1 adjective /pərˈpɔːrtɪd/

purported

所谓的

Meaning

alleged or claimed to be true, often without proof

Example

The purported evidence was later proven false.

所谓的证据后来被证明是错误的。

C2 noun /ˈvæləns/

valance

装饰帷幔

Meaning

A decorative drapery hung across the top of a window or bed.

Example

She chose a floral valance to match the curtains in her bedroom.

她选择了一款花卉装饰帷幔来搭配她卧室里的窗帘。

B2 verb /prɪˈzjuːm/

presume

假设

Meaning

To suppose something is true without proof; to take for granted.

Example

I presume she has already left for the meeting.

我假设她已经去参加会议了。

C1 adjective /klaɪˈmæktɪk/

climactic

高潮的

Meaning

Relating to the most exciting or important moment of something.

Example

The film ended with a climactic battle scene.

电影以一场高潮的战斗场景结束。

C2 noun /ˈseɪpiəns/

sapience

智慧

Meaning

Wisdom or intelligence.

Example

Her sapience in solving problems earned her the respect of her colleagues.

她在解决问题上的智慧赢得了同事们的尊重。

B1 verb /kənˈtɪnjuɪŋ/

continuing

继续

Meaning

to keep doing something without stopping

Example

They are continuing their journey despite the rain.

尽管下雨，他们仍在继续他们的旅程。

C1 noun /ˈhaɪ.nəs/

Highness

陛下; 王室头衔

Meaning

a title given to a person of royal rank; the quality or state of being high or elevated

Example

Your Highness, the royal carriage is ready to take you to the state banquet this evening.

陛下，皇家马车已准备好将您带到今晚的国宴。

B2 noun /beɪ/

Bay

海湾

Meaning

a broad inlet of the sea where the land curves inward

Example

The boats are anchored in the bay.

船只停泊在海湾。

C2 adjective /ˈproʊtiən/

protean

多变的

Meaning

tending or able to change frequently or easily; versatile

Example

She is a protean artist who experiments with many styles.

她是一位多变的艺术家，尝试许多不同的风格。

A1 adverb /ˈnɛvər/

never

从不

Meaning

at no time in the past or future; not ever

Example

I have never seen such a beautiful sunset.

我从未见过如此美丽的日落。

C1 adjective /ˈeɪmləs/

Aimless

漫无目的; 无目标

Meaning

without purpose or direction; lacking a goal

Example

He wandered around the city in an aimless manner.

他在城市中漫无目的地游荡。

C2 noun /ˈɔːspɪs/

auspice

预兆, 保护

Meaning

A sign, omen, or divine token; also refers to protection or support.

Example

The project was launched under the auspice of the government.

该项目在政府的保护下启动。

C1 verb /ʃɜːrk/

shirk

逃避

Meaning

to avoid or neglect a duty or responsibility

Example

He always tries to shirk his responsibilities at work.

他总是尽力避免工作中的责任。

B2 noun /dɪˈvoʊ.ʃən/

Devotion

忠诚; 热情; 奉献

Meaning

love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person, activity, or cause

Example

Her devotion to helping others made her a beloved figure in the community.

她对帮助他人的忠诚使她成为社区中的一个受人爱戴的人物。

A1 noun /tʃeɪndʒ/

change

变化

Meaning

The act or instance of making or becoming different.

Example

Change is inevitable for growth.

变化对成长来说是不可避免的。

A1 adverb /wʌns/

Once

一次; 过去的某个时候

Meaning

one time only; at some time in the past; formerly

Example

I have been to Paris once in my life.

我一生中只去过一次巴黎。

B2 adjective /əkˈsel.ə.reɪ.tɪd/

accelerated

加速的

Meaning

Happening or developing faster than usual.

Example

The project progressed at an accelerated pace.

该项目以加速的速度推进。

C1 adjective /ɪnˈfleɪtɪd/

inflated

膨胀

Meaning

excessively increased in size, value, or importance; filled with air or gas

Example

The company faced criticism for its inflated prices.

公司因其膨胀的价格而遭受批评。

B1 verb /ˈɛstɪˌmeɪt/

estimate

估算

Meaning

To roughly calculate or judge the value, number, quantity, or extent of something.

Example

The engineer estimated the cost of the project at $5 million.

工程师估算了项目的成本为500万美元。

C2 adjective /ˈpɑːrləs/

parlous

危险的

Meaning

Full of danger or risk; precarious.

Example

The company is in a parlous financial state.

公司处于一个危险的财政状态。

B2 verb /pliːd/

plead

恳求

Meaning

to make an emotional appeal; to present a case in court

Example

She pleaded for mercy.

她恳求宽恕。

B2 adjective ˌæs.trəˈnɒm.ɪ.kəl

astronomical

天文学的

Meaning

Relating to astronomy; extremely large in amount or extent.

Example

The astronomical price reflects its exclusivity.

天文学的价格反映了它的独特性。

B1 verb /əˈdʒʌst/

adjust

调整

Meaning

to change something slightly to make it more suitable or effective

Example

She adjusted the mirror to see the road clearly.

她调整了镜子以清晰地看见路。

C1 noun /ˈhɔː.kər/

Hawker

小贩

Meaning

a person who travels about selling goods, typically from door to door or on the street

Example

The hawker sold fresh fruits from his cart.

小贩从他的推车里卖出了新鲜的水果。

A2 noun/verb /ˈɪntrəst/ or /ˈɪntəˌrɛst/

interest

兴趣 / 利息

Meaning

A feeling of curiosity or concern about something; or money paid for the use of borrowed money.

Example

He showed great interest in learning new languages.

他对学习新语言表现出极大的兴趣。

C1 adjective /praɪˈmiːvəl/

primeval

原始

Meaning

Relating to the earliest ages in history; ancient and primitive.

Example

The explorers ventured into the primeval forest untouched by humans.

探险者进入了未曾被人类触及的原始森林。

C2 noun /kəˌmɒd.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

commodification

商品化

Meaning

The transformation of goods, services, ideas, or social relations into market commodities.

Example

The commodification of education has increased tuition costs.

教育的商品化提高了学费。

B2 noun əˈmendmənt

amendment

修正案

Meaning

A minor change in a document.

Example

The amendment was not supported.

该修正案没有获得支持。

B2 noun /ɡʊdz treɪn/

Goods train

货运列车

Meaning

a train designed to transport cargo and freight rather than passengers

Example

The long goods train carried containers from the port to the inland depot.

长货运列车从港口到内陆仓库运输集装箱。

B1 noun /tɔːrˈtiːə/

tortilla

玉米饼

Meaning

A thin round flatbread made from corn or wheat, common in Mexican cuisine.

Example

She wrapped the vegetables in a warm tortilla.

她把蔬菜包裹在一个温暖的玉米饼中。

C2 noun /ˈdrɪvəl/

drivel

胡言乱语

Meaning

silly or nonsensical talk

Example

The politician’s speech was full of meaningless drivel.

政治家的演讲充满了无意义的胡言乱语。

C1 noun /ˈneɪ.vəl/

Navel

肚脐

Meaning

the small hollow in the center of the stomach where the umbilical cord was attached

Example

The baby's navel cord fell off after a week.

婴儿的脐带一周后掉了。

C1 adjective /ˌeɪ.bəlˈbɒd.id/

able-bodied

身体健康

Meaning

physically strong and healthy, not disabled

Example

The company is looking for able-bodied workers for the construction site.

公司正在为建筑工地寻找身体健康的工人。

B2 noun ˈkɛmɪkəl weɪst

chemical waste

化学废料

Meaning

Waste material from industrial or laboratory processes that contains harmful chemicals.

Example

Chemical waste pollutes water bodies.

化学废料污染水体。

B1 verb /ræp/

wrap

包裹

Meaning

to cover something completely with paper or cloth; to enclose

Example

Please wrap the gift in colorful paper.

请将礼物用彩色纸包起来。

A2 noun /ˈdrʌɡˌstɔːr/

drugstore

药店

Meaning

A retail store that sells medicines, health-related products, and sometimes cosmetics or snacks.

Example

I stopped by the drugstore to buy some cold medicine.

我去药店买感冒药。

B2 noun əˈmend.mənts

amendments

修正案

Meaning

Changes or additions made to improve a text, law, or constitution.

Example

Amendments reflect evolving public needs.

修正案反映了不断发展的公共需求。

C2 noun /ˌsɪmjʊˈleɪkrəm/

simulacrum

拟像

Meaning

an image or representation of someone or something; a superficial likeness

Example

The statue was only a simulacrum of the ancient god.

这座雕像仅仅是古代神灵的拟像。

B2 adjective /ˈpraɪs.ləs/

Priceless

无价的；极其宝贵的

Meaning

extremely valuable; invaluable; beyond price

Example

Her grandmother's antique jewelry is absolutely priceless.

她祖母的古董珠宝是绝对无价的。

B1 adjective /ˈdefɪnət/

Definite

明确的; 清晰的; 特定的

Meaning

clearly stated or decided; not vague or uncertain; specific

Example

We need a definite answer by tomorrow.

我们需要明天之前的确定答案。

C2 adjective /ˌɪrɪˈlɪdʒəs/

irreligious

不信教的

Meaning

Indifferent or hostile to religion

Example

Some people in the community consider him irreligious because he never attends religious services.

社区中的一些人认为他不信教，因为他从不参加宗教服务。

B2 adverb /ˈfɔːrmərli/

Formerly

以前; 从前

Meaning

in the past; previously; at an earlier time

Example

The building was formerly a school but is now a community center.

这座建筑以前是学校，但现在是一个社区中心。

B2 noun /pəˈnɪn.sjə.lə/

Peninsula

半岛

Meaning

a piece of land that is almost completely surrounded by water but connected to the mainland

Example

The Korean Peninsula is located in East Asia.

朝鲜半岛位于东亚。

B1 noun /əˈtʃiːvmənt/

achievement

成就

Meaning

Something that has been successfully completed or accomplished through effort or skill.

Example

Graduating from university was her greatest achievement.

大学毕业是她最大的成就。

B1 adjective /kənˈsɪdərəbl/

considerable

相当的

Meaning

large in amount, size, or importance

Example

The project required a considerable amount of time and money.

该项目需要相当多的时间和金钱。

C1 adjective /ˌɪnˌkɒnsɪˈkwɛnʃəl/

inconsequential

微不足道

Meaning

Not important or significant; too small to matter.

Example

The mistake was minor and inconsequential.

这个错误是微不足道的。

C1 adjective /ˈneɡ.lɪ.dʒə.bəl/

Negligible

微不足道

Meaning

so small or unimportant as to be not worth considering; insignificant

Example

The side effects of this medicine are negligible.

这种药物的副作用微不足道。

A1 interjection /heɪ/

hey

嘿

Meaning

used to attract attention, express surprise, or greet someone

Example

Hey, how are you doing today?

嘿，你今天怎么样？

B2 adjective /kənˈsɜːvətɪv/

conservative

保守的

Meaning

Favoring traditional views and values; resistant to change.

Example

He has conservative views on family and society.

他对家庭和社会持有保守的看法。