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C1 verb /ɪˈlæps/

elapse

经过
Meaning
to pass or go by, usually referring to time
Example
Several hours elapsed before he finally returned home.
经过了几个小时，他终于回到家了。
B2 noun /iˈkɒl.ə.dʒi/

ecology

生态学
Meaning
the study of how living things interact with each other and their environment
Example
Ecology helps us understand how pollution affects animals and plants.
生态学帮助我们理解污染如何影响动物和植物。
C1 noun /ɪmˌpɜː.sənˈeɪ.ʃən/

impersonation

冒充他人
Meaning
The action of pretending to be another person for the purpose of entertainment or fraud.
Example
Online impersonation is a serious cybercrime.
网络冒充他人是一种严重的网络犯罪。
C1 noun /ɪɡˈzuːbərəns/

exuberance

兴奋
Meaning
the quality of being full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness
Example
Her exuberance made the whole team feel motivated.
她的兴奋让整个团队感到鼓舞。
C1 adjective /ˈfaɪə.ri/

Fiery

火热的; 激情的; 暴躁的
Meaning
burning; passionate; hot-tempered; showing strong emotion
Example
She has a fiery temper that flares up quickly.
她有一个火热的脾气，容易迅速发火。
B1 noun /aɪl/

aisle

走道
Meaning
a passage between rows of seats or shelves
Example
She walked down the aisle to find her seat.
她走过走道找到了她的座位。
B2 noun/verb rɪˈfɔːm

reform

改革
Meaning
Make changes in (something, typically a social, political, or economic institution or practice) in order to improve it.
Example
Reform in the education system was a priority.
教育系统的改革是优先事项。
A2 preposition /sɪns/

since

自
Meaning
from a particular time in the past until now
Example
I have known her since childhood.
我从小就认识她。
C1 verb /ˈɪnsjuleɪt/

insulate

Meaning
To protect something by covering it, especially to prevent heat, sound, or electricity from escaping or entering.
Example
The house was insulated to reduce heating costs.
C1 noun /əˈpɒlədʒɪst/

apologist

辩护者
Meaning
a person who defends or justifies something, often a controversial belief or institution
Example
He is known as an apologist for authoritarian regimes.
他被认为是独裁政权的辩护者。
B1 noun /rɪˈvɪʒ.ən/

Revision

修订; 修订版
Meaning
the action of revising; a revised edition or form of something; review of subject matter
Example
The students spent hours doing revision for their final exams.
学生们花了几个小时做最后考试的复习。
B2 noun ˈlaɪf ɪkˌspek.tən.si

life expectancy

预期寿命
Meaning
The average period that a person may expect to live; the length of time for which something is expected to last or to continue being effective.
Example
Life expectancy depends on healthcare quality.
预期寿命取决于医疗保健质量。
B2 verb /əˈvɜːrt/

avert

避免
Meaning
to prevent something bad from happening or to turn away one's eyes or thoughts
Example
Quick action helped avert a disaster.
快速的行动帮助避免了灾难。
B2 noun /ˈdrɔː.bæk/

Drawback

缺点; 不利因素; 问题
Meaning
a feature that renders something less acceptable; a disadvantage or problem
Example
The main drawback of living in the city is the high cost of housing.
住在城市的主要缺点是高昂的住房成本。
C1 adjective /ˈheɪ.zi/

Hazy

朦胧的; 模糊的; 不清楚的
Meaning
covered with haze; unclear or vague; lacking clarity
Example
The mountain tops were hazy in the morning mist.
山顶在早晨的雾气中显得朦胧。
C2 noun /ˌæriˈviːst/

arriviste

新贵
Meaning
A person who has recently gained wealth or status but is considered arrogant or socially unsophisticated.
Example
The business world is full of ambitious arrivistes.
商业世界充满了雄心勃勃的新贵。
A2 noun /niːs/

niece

侄女; 外甥女
Meaning
the daughter of one's brother or sister
Example
My niece is studying at the university this year.
我的侄女今年在大学学习。
C2 adjective /tʃəˈruːbɪk/

cherubic

天使般的
Meaning
Innocent, sweet, and angelic, like a cherub.
Example
The baby had a cherubic smile that melted everyone’s heart.
宝宝的笑容如天使般甜美，融化了所有人的心。
C1 adjective /pəˈmɪs.ɪv/

permissive

宽容的
Meaning
Allowing or characterized by great or excessive freedom of behavior; very lenient or indulgent.
Example
Permissive parenting can sometimes lead to a lack of discipline in children.
宽容的育儿方式有时可能导致孩子缺乏纪律。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈkleɪmd/

Unclaimed

未认领的; 未要求的; 被遗弃或无主的
Meaning
not claimed by anyone; not demanded or requested; abandoned or ownerless
Example
The unclaimed luggage was stored in the airport's lost property department.
未认领的行李被存放在机场的失物招领处。
C2 noun /ˈpɑːr.kə.tri/

parquetry

铺设镶木地板的艺术
Meaning
The art or technique of laying parquet floors.
Example
The craftsman specialized in parquetry for luxury homes.
工匠专门为豪华住宅铺设镶木地板。
C2 adjective/adverb /feɪn/

fain

心甘情愿地, 乐意地
Meaning
gladly, willingly, or with pleasure
Example
I would fain help you if I had the time.
如果我有时间，我会很乐意帮你。
B2 noun /tʃɔːr/

chore

家务
Meaning
A routine task, especially a household duty.
Example
Washing the dishes is my least favorite chore.
洗碗是我最不喜欢的家务。
C2 noun /sɪˈrɒkoʊ/

sirocco

炎热干燥的风
Meaning
A hot, dry wind blowing from North Africa across the Mediterranean to southern Europe.
Example
The sirocco made the city unbearably hot and dusty.
西罗科让这座城市变得极其炎热和尘土飞扬。
C2 noun /ˌvɛəriəˈɡeɪʃən/

variegation

变色
Meaning
The appearance of differently colored zones in the leaves, flowers, or stems of plants.
Example
Variegation makes the foliage look more attractive.
变色使得植物的叶子更加吸引人。
C1 noun /ˈtɛstəmənt/

testament

遗嘱 / 证明
Meaning
a person's will; or strong evidence of something
Example
His success is a testament to his hard work and dedication.
他的成功是他辛勤工作和奉献精神的证明。
C1 noun ˈdʒɛnɪsɪs

genesis

起源, 创世
Meaning
The origin or mode of formation of something.
Example
The genesis of the internet changed the world forever.
互联网的起源永远改变了世界。
B1 verb /ɪˈstæblɪʃ/

establish

建立
Meaning
To set up, create, or bring into existence something on a firm basis.
Example
The company plans to establish a new office in Dhaka.
公司计划在达卡设立一个新办公室。
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 /ˈveɪ.kən.si/

Vacancy

空缺; 空位或职位
Meaning
an unoccupied position or job; an empty space or room
Example
There is a vacancy for a software engineer in our company.
我们公司有一个软件工程师的空缺。
B2 noun /kənˈfɛʃən/

confession

忏悔
Meaning
a statement admitting that one is guilty of a crime or has done something wrong
Example
The suspect made a full confession to the police.
嫌疑人向警方做出了完整的忏悔。
B2 adjective /ˈwɪt.i/

Witty

机智的; 有趣的
Meaning
having or showing quick intelligence; amusing in a clever way
Example
Her witty response to the critic's question impressed the entire audience.
她机智的回答让批评者的问题给整个观众留下了深刻的印象。
B1 noun /ˈpʊl.oʊ.vər/

Pullover

毛衣
Meaning
a knitted garment worn on the upper body, typically pulled on over the head
Example
She wore a warm pullover during the cold winter evening.
她在寒冷的冬季傍晚穿上了温暖的毛衣。
C2 adjective /ˈtjuːtɪlɑːr/

tutelar

保护的
Meaning
Serving as a guardian or protector.
Example
The tutelar spirit of the forest was believed to protect travelers.
森林的守护灵被认为是保护旅行者的存在。
B2 adjective /ˌpɑːrləˈmɛntri/

parliamentary

议会的
Meaning
relating to a parliament or its members; relating to a system of government with parliamentary authority
Example
The country follows a parliamentary form of government.
这个国家实行议会制政府。
B2 verb /ˈkeɪtər/

cater

Meaning
To provide food, drinks, or services, usually for an event or group.
Example
The company catered the wedding reception.
C2 adjective /ˈmjuːtɪnəs/

mutinous

叛乱的
Meaning
refusing to obey authority; rebellious
Example
The soldiers grew mutinous after months without pay.
士兵们在几个月没有工资后变得叛乱了。
B2 adjective /kəmˈpæʃənət/

Compassionate

有同情心的; 富有同情心的
Meaning
feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others who are suffering
Example
The compassionate nurse took extra time to comfort the worried patients.
富有同情心的护士花时间安慰忧虑的病人。
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。
A2 noun /ˈhɑː.bi/

Hobby

爱好; 休闲活动; 消遣
Meaning
an activity done regularly in one's leisure time for pleasure; a pastime or recreation
Example
Photography became her favorite hobby after she received a camera for her birthday.
摄影成为她的最爱爱好，在她生日时收到了相机。
B2 adjective /ˈhez.ɪ.tənt/

Hesitant

犹豫不决的; 不确定的; 拒绝的
Meaning
uncertain or unwilling to act; showing doubt or reluctance
Example
She was hesitant to accept the job offer.
她在接受工作邀请时犹豫不决。
A2 noun /ˈleɪ.di/

Lady

女士; 优雅的女性;
Meaning
a woman, especially one of refined or gentle manners; a polite term for any woman
Example
The elderly lady crossed the street with the help of her walking stick.
那位年长的女士在她的拐杖帮助下穿过了街道。
A1 adjective /ˈsɔːri/

sorry

对不起
Meaning
feeling regret or sympathy
Example
She felt sorry for what had happened.
她为发生的事情感到抱歉。
C1 phrase ˌdɪp.ləˈmæt.ɪk rɛz.əˈluː.ʃən

diplomatic resolution

外交解决方案
Meaning
A peaceful solution to conflicts through negotiation and diplomatic channels.
Example
A diplomatic resolution is necessary for peace.
和平需要外交解决方案。
C1 noun /ˈɪnsɪdəns/

incidence

事件发生率
Meaning
the occurrence, rate, or frequency of something
Example
The incidence of road accidents has decreased this year.
今年道路事故的发生率有所下降。
C2 adjective /ˈtɛnɪbrəs/

tenebrous

昏暗的
Meaning
dark, shadowy, or obscure
Example
The cave was damp and tenebrous, filled with eerie sounds.
洞穴潮湿而昏暗，充满了怪异的声音。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈkʌltʃəd/

Uncultured

不文明的; 无文化的
Meaning
lacking good manners, refinement, or education; uncivilized
Example
His uncultured behavior embarrassed everyone at the dinner party.
他在晚宴上的不文明行为让所有人感到尴尬。
B2 noun /ˈkjuː.bɪ.kəl/

cubicle

办公隔间
Meaning
A small partitioned-off area of a room, typically in an office.
Example
She works in a cubicle with three other colleagues.
她和另外三位同事在一个办公隔间里工作。
B2 noun/verb /ˈsɜːveɪ/

survey

调查，问卷调查
Meaning
noun: an examination or inspection; verb: to examine or measure (an area or subject)
Example
They conducted a survey to understand customer preferences.
他们进行了一项调查，以了解客户的偏好。
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 noun /ˈæn.ə.lɪst/

annalist

编年史家
Meaning
A person who writes annals or records events year by year.
Example
The annalist carefully documented the events of the king's reign.
编年史家仔细记录了国王统治时期的事件。
B2 verb /dɪsˈkʌrɪdʒ/

discourage

Meaning
to make someone less confident or enthusiastic about doing something
Example
Failure should not discourage you from trying again.
C1 verb /proʊˈtrækt/

protract

延长
Meaning
To prolong or extend in time or duration.
Example
Negotiations were protracted for several months.
谈判持续了几个月。
C2 noun /tiːˈtoʊtəlɪzəm/

teetotalism

完全戒酒的做法
Meaning
the practice or principle of abstaining completely from alcoholic drinks
Example
He practiced teetotalism throughout his life.
他一生都践行着提托塔利主义。
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。
B1 noun, verb /ˈbʊli/

bully

欺凌者 / 霸凌者
Meaning
A person who habitually seeks to harm or intimidate those weaker; to intimidate or mistreat someone weaker.
Example
The teacher stopped the older boy from trying to bully his classmates.
老师阻止了那个年纪较大的男孩，避免他试图欺负他的同学。
C1 noun /baɪl/

Bile

胆汁
Meaning
a bitter greenish-brown alkaline fluid that aids digestion and is secreted by the liver and stored in the gallbladder
Example
The liver produces bile to help digest fats.
肝脏产生胆汁来帮助消化脂肪。
C2 verb /həˈbɪtʃuˌeɪt/

habituate

使习惯
Meaning
to make someone accustomed to something
Example
The monks habituated themselves to meditation.
僧侣们已经习惯了冥想。
C2 noun /ɔːl/

awl

锥子
Meaning
a small pointed tool used for making holes, especially in leather
Example
The cobbler used an awl to punch holes in the leather.
鞋匠用锥子在皮革上打孔。
A1 verb /ˈtrævəl/

travel

旅行
Meaning
to make a journey, typically to a distant or unfamiliar place
Example
I love to travel around the world and explore new cultures.
我喜欢环游世界，探索新文化。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈwɪl.ɪŋ/

Unwilling

不愿意的; 不情愿的;
Meaning
not ready to do something; reluctant; not wanting to do
Example
He was unwilling to share his secret with anyone.
他不愿意与任何人分享他的秘密。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnədˈvaɪzəbl/

inadvisable

不建议
Meaning
Not recommended; likely to have undesirable consequences.
Example
It is inadvisable to drive in such heavy rain.
在这种大雨中开车是不建议的。
C2 adjective /ˈfer.əs/

ferrous

含铁的
Meaning
containing or consisting of iron
Example
Ferrous metals are commonly used in construction.
铁金属常用于建筑中。
C2 verb /ˈbækbaɪt/

backbite

背后说坏话
Meaning
to speak negatively about someone who is not present; to slander behind someone’s back
Example
It is wrong to backbite your colleagues behind their backs.
在背后说同事的坏话是不对的。
B1 adjective /eɪdʒd/

aged

年老的
Meaning
having lived for a specified number of years; old
Example
The aged man sat in the park, watching the children play.
年老的男人坐在公园里，看着孩子们玩耍。
C2 adjective /rɪˈflɛktɪbəl/

reflectible

可反射的
Meaning
capable of being reflected, as light or an image
Example
The surface of the lake is highly reflectible in the morning sun.
湖面的反射性在早晨的阳光下非常强。
B2 interjection /ˈbrɑː.voʊ/

bravo

布拉沃
Meaning
used to express approval, admiration, or praise
Example
The audience shouted 'Bravo!' after the stunning performance.
观众在精彩的表演后大喊“布拉沃！”
B1 noun /məˈdʒɪʃən/

magician

魔术师
Meaning
A person who performs tricks and illusions for entertainment or one believed to have magical powers.
Example
The magician pulled a rabbit out of his hat.
魔术师从他的帽子里拿出了兔子。
B1 verb /əˈsoʊsiˌeɪt/

associate

关联
Meaning
to connect or link things together; to spend time with someone
Example
I associate this song with summer.
我将这首歌与夏天联系在一起。
C2 adjective /ˈɜːrsaɪn/

ursine

熊似的
Meaning
Relating to or resembling a bear.
Example
The man’s ursine strength amazed everyone.
那个人熊似的力量让所有人都吃惊。
A2 noun /rɪˈfrɪdʒ.ər.eɪ.tər/

Refrigerator

冰箱
Meaning
an appliance for keeping food and drinks cold
Example
Please put the milk in the refrigerator to keep it fresh.
请把牛奶放进冰箱里保持新鲜。
C2 verb /ˈhæri/

harry

骚扰, 追扰
Meaning
to constantly attack, harass, or annoy
Example
The army harried the enemy with sudden raids.
军队通过突袭不断攻击敌人。
B2 noun /tʃʌŋk/

chunk

块 / 大块
Meaning
a thick or solid piece of something
Example
She cut the cake into large chunks.
她把蛋糕切成大块。
B2 noun ˈmoʊ.baɪl sɪˈkjʊr.ə.ti

mobile security

移动安全
Meaning
Protection of mobile devices and the data stored on them from security threats.
Example
Strong mobile security protects personal information.
强大的移动安全保护个人信息。
C1 noun /ˈsɛpərətɪst/

separatist

分裂主义者
Meaning
A person who supports the separation of a group from a larger body, often for political or cultural independence.
Example
The separatist group demanded independence from the central government.
分裂主义者要求中央政府独立。
C1 verb /ˈmɪŋɡl/

mingle

Meaning
to mix or combine; to move among people and engage socially
Example
Guests mingled at the party, chatting and laughing together.
C2 noun /əkˈsɛʃən/

accession

登基 / 接受协议
Meaning
the attainment of a position of rank or power, especially a monarch or president; the formal acceptance of an agreement or treaty
Example
The king's accession to the throne was celebrated with great ceremony.
国王登基的仪式盛大举行。
A2 adjective /tʌf/

tough

坚硬
Meaning
strong, durable, and difficult to break or deal with
Example
He had a tough day at work.
他在工作中度过了一个艰难的日子。
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。
C2 noun /rɪˌdʒuːvəˈnɛsəns/

rejuvenescence

重生
Meaning
the action or process of becoming young or fresh again
Example
The forest showed signs of rejuvenescence after the rains.
雨后森林展现出重生的迹象。
C1 noun /mɑːrˈsuːpiəl/

marsupial

携带并在袋中喂养幼崽的哺乳动物
Meaning
A type of mammal that carries and nourishes its young in a pouch, like kangaroos and koalas.
Example
The kangaroo is a well-known marsupial.
袋鼠是一个著名的有袋类动物。
B2 adjective məˈriːn

marine

海洋的
Meaning
Of, relating to, or characteristic of the sea; living or growing in the sea.
Example
Marine ecosystems are highly sensitive to human activity.
海洋生态系统对人类活动非常敏感。
B2 noun /ˈfræk.ʃən/

Fraction

分数; 部分
Meaning
a numerical quantity that is not a whole number; a small or tiny part of something
Example
Only a small fraction of the population voted in the local election.
只有一小部分人口在当地选举中投票。
A1 verb /raɪt/

write

写
Meaning
to mark letters, words, or symbols on a surface
Example
I write letters to my grandmother every month.
我每个月给我的祖母写信。
C2 adjective /ˈsloʊθfəl/

slothful

懒惰
Meaning
Lazy, idle, and unwilling to work.
Example
She was too slothful to get out of bed early.
她太懒了，早上不想从床上起来。
B2 verb/noun /ɪɡˈzɪbɪt/

exhibit

展出
Meaning
To display or show publicly; something put on display.
Example
The museum will exhibit ancient artifacts.
博物馆将展出古代文物。
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。
A1 adverb /ˈevər/

Ever

曾经; 总是; 以任何方式
Meaning
at any time; always; in any way
Example
Have you ever been to Paris?
你曾经去过巴黎吗?
A2 noun /ˈtæk.si kæb/

Taxi cab

出租车
Meaning
A car that carries passengers for a fare, usually in cities
Example
We took a taxi cab to the restaurant.
我们乘坐出租车去餐厅。
C1 adjective /ˈdaʊ.ər/

dour

严厉
Meaning
relentlessly severe, stern, or gloomy in manner or appearance
Example
His dour expression made the meeting uncomfortable.
他严厉的表情让会议变得不舒服。
C1 verb /pɛk/

Peck

啄
Meaning
To strike or bite something with a beak; to eat in small bites.
Example
The hen began to peck at the grains scattered on the ground.
母鸡开始啄地面上散落的谷物。
C1 adjective /ˌærɪˈstɒkrætɪk/

Aristocratic

贵族的; 上层社会的
Meaning
noble; having the manners of the upper class
Example
She had an aristocratic bearing that commanded respect.
她有着贵族的风度，赢得了尊重。
C1 adjective /ˈhɔːltɪŋ/

halting

犹豫不决
Meaning
slow and hesitant, especially due to lack of confidence
Example
She gave a halting reply during the interview.
她在面试中给出了迟疑的回答。
B2 noun rɪˈpʌb.lɪk

republic

共和国
Meaning
A state in which supreme power is held by the people and their elected representatives, with an elected or nominated president rather than a monarch.
Example
A republic is governed by representatives of the people.
共和国由人民的代表治理。
C2 noun /ˈeɪʒən swɒmp iːl/

Asian swamp eel

亚洲沼泽鳗
Meaning
a snake-like freshwater fish that can survive in muddy waters and is considered a delicacy in South Asian cuisine
Example
Asian swamp eel can breathe air and survive in shallow muddy waters.
亚洲沼泽鳗能呼吸空气并在浑浊的浅水中生存。
C1 adjective /ˌwɛl tə ˈduː/

well-to-do

富裕
Meaning
Prosperous, wealthy, or financially comfortable.
Example
They belong to a well-to-do family in the city.
他们来自城市中的富裕家庭。
C2 adjective /ˈʃɪft.ləs/

shiftless

懒惰
Meaning
Lacking ambition or the ability to accomplish anything; lazy and unmotivated.
Example
He was seen as a shiftless young man with no goals.
他被看作是一个没有目标的懒惰年轻人。
B2 adjective /kəmˈpætəbl/

compatible

兼容
Meaning
Able to exist or work together without conflict; harmonious.
Example
This software is compatible with both Windows and Mac systems.
该软件与 Windows 和 Mac 系统兼容。
B1 noun /ˈskwɪr.əl/

Squirrel

松鼠
Meaning
a small agile tree-dwelling rodent with a long bushy tail
Example
The squirrel gathered nuts for winter.
松鼠为冬天收集坚果。
C1 noun /ˈdɪsɪdənt/

dissident

异见者
Meaning
A person who opposes official policy, especially that of an authoritarian state.
Example
The dissident was arrested for speaking against the government.
异见者因反对政府而被逮捕。
B2 verb /sniːk/

sneak

Meaning
to move quietly and secretly to avoid being noticed
Example
He tried to sneak into the house without waking anyone.
B1 noun /ɪˈkɒnəmɪst/

economist

经济学家
Meaning
A person who studies or is an expert in economics.
Example
The economist predicted a rise in inflation.
经济学家预测了通货膨胀的上升。
C2 adjective /ˌmæl.əˈfɪʃ.ənt/

maleficient

恶意的
Meaning
Doing harm or evil; having a harmful effect.
Example
The maleficient acts of the tyrant ruined the kingdom.
暴君的恶意行为摧毁了王国。
B2 noun /θɔːn/

Thorn

刺
Meaning
a sharp pointed part of a plant; something that causes pain or annoyance
Example
Be careful of the thorns on the rose bush.
小心玫瑰丛中的刺。
C2 verb /rɪˈfrækt/

refract

折射
Meaning
To bend light, sound, or heat as it passes through a medium.
Example
The water refracts light, making the straw look bent.
水折射光线，让吸管看起来弯曲。
C2 noun /ˈeb.taɪd/

Ebb-tide

退潮
Meaning
the movement of the tide out to sea; a time when the sea level is falling
Example
During ebb-tide, we could walk further out on the beach.
在退潮期间，我们可以在海滩上走得更远。
C1 noun dɪˈskrep.ən.siz

discrepancies

差异
Meaning
Differences between things that should be the same
Example
Discrepancies in regulations delay progress.
规则中的差异延迟了进展。
C1 verb /ˈɪnkjʊˌbeɪt/

incubate

孵化
Meaning
to keep eggs, cells, or organisms at the right conditions for development
Example
The hen will incubate the eggs until they hatch.
母鸡会孵化蛋直到它们孵化。
B2 noun /fluːt/

Flute

长笛
Meaning
a musical wind instrument with holes along its length that is played by blowing across a hole at one end
Example
He played a sweet melody on his flute.
他在他的长笛上演奏了一首甜美的旋律。
B2 adjective /ˈsʌt.əl/

subtle

微妙, 轻微, 精细
Meaning
So delicate or precise as to be difficult to analyze or describe; making use of clever and indirect methods.
Example
The artist's use of color was subtle yet powerful.
艺术家对色彩的运用既微妙又有力。
C2 noun /ˌræproʊʃˈmɑːn/

rapprochement

关系恢复
Meaning
The establishment or resumption of harmonious relations.
Example
The two countries signed an agreement that marked a new rapprochement.
两个国家签署了一项协议，标志着新的关系恢复。
C2 noun /ˌsɒ̃ˈfrwɑː/

sang-froid

冷静
Meaning
Composure or coolness, especially in difficult situations.
Example
The leader handled the crisis with remarkable sang-froid.
领导以非凡的冷静处理了这次危机。
B2 noun /ˈaɪkɒn/

icon

图标, 象征
Meaning
A person or thing regarded as a symbol of something, or a graphic symbol on a screen.
Example
The singer became a cultural icon.
这位歌手成为了文化图标。
B2 noun jiːld

yield

收益, 利润
Meaning
A financial return or reward (especially a dividend or interest) from an investment.
Example
The investment yielded high returns last year.
投资去年带来了高回报。
C2 noun /ˌhɛtərəʤəˈniːɪti/

heterogeneity

异质性
Meaning
the quality or state of being diverse in character or content
Example
The cultural heterogeneity of the city makes it vibrant and unique.
这座城市的文化异质性使其充满活力且独特。
B1 noun /ˌprɛpəˈreɪʃən/

preparation

准备
Meaning
The act of getting ready or making arrangements for something.
Example
The team made careful preparation for the presentation.
团队为演示做了充分的准备。
A1 pronoun /jɔːrˈsɛlf/

yourself

自己
Meaning
used to refer to the person being addressed, often for emphasis or reflection
Example
You should look after yourself.
你应该照顾自己。
C2 noun /ˈbrɪtɪˌsɪzəm/

briticism

英式英语的单词或特征
Meaning
a word, phrase, or characteristic feature of British English
Example
The word 'lorry' is a well-known Briticism.
'lorry' 这个词是一个著名的英式词汇。
B1 noun /kɪt/

kit

工具包
Meaning
a set of tools, equipment, or materials used for a particular purpose
Example
He bought a first aid kit for emergencies.
他买了一个急救包以备不时之需。
C2 verb /dɪˈsɛvər/

dissever

分开
Meaning
To separate or cut apart.
Example
The treaty sought to dissever the two hostile regions.
条约试图分裂这两个敌对的地区。
C2 noun /ˈpɔːrfəri/

porphyry

一种硬的火成岩
Meaning
A hard igneous rock containing crystals, often used for decorative or building purposes.
Example
The ancient Romans used porphyry to make columns and statues.
古罗马人使用波斐里石制作柱子和雕像。