C2 noun /ˈɛlɪdʒi/

elegy

挽歌

Meaning

A poem or song expressing sorrow, especially for someone who has died.

Example

The poet wrote an elegy for his late friend.

诗人为他已故的朋友写了一首挽歌。

A1 adjective /ˈiː.vən/

Even

平坦; 均匀; 平级

Meaning

flat and smooth; equal or uniform; level

Example

The surface was completely even and smooth.

表面完全平坦且光滑。

C1 adjective /ɪˈleɪtɪd/

elated

极其高兴

Meaning

Extremely happy and excited.

Example

She was elated when she heard the good news.

她听到好消息时非常高兴。

A1 adjective /ɪkˈsaɪtɪd/

excited

兴奋的

Meaning

very enthusiastic and eager about something

Example

The children were excited to open their presents.

孩子们迫不及待地打开了他们的礼物。

C1 noun /ˈiːkwɪnɒks/

equinox

昼夜平衡

Meaning

The time or date when day and night are of equal length, occurring twice a year.

Example

The spring equinox marks the beginning of longer days.

春分标志着白天时间变长的开始。

A1 noun /eɡ/

Egg

蛋

Meaning

an oval object laid by female birds, reptiles, fish, and insects, used as food

Example

I had scrambled eggs for breakfast this morning.

今天早上我吃了炒蛋。

C1 adjective ɪkˈskwɪzɪt

exquisite

精致

Meaning

Extremely beautiful and delicate.

Example

The exquisite craftsmanship of the watch made it a collector's item.

这只手表的精美工艺使其成为收藏品。

C1 verb /ˈiːkwəlaɪz/

equalize

平衡

Meaning

To make equal or level in status, value, or amount.

Example

The team equalized the score in the last minute.

团队在最后一分钟将比分扳平。

C1 noun ˈiː.θɒs

ethos

文化、时代或社区的特征精神

Meaning

The characteristic spirit of a culture, era, or community as manifested in its beliefs and aspirations.

Example

The company's ethos is built on innovation and integrity.

公司的文化精神建立在创新和诚信之上。

C1 noun /ˌɛksɛnˈtrɪsəti/

eccentricity

怪癖

Meaning

the quality of being unconventional or slightly strange

Example

His eccentricity made him both admired and misunderstood.

他的怪癖使他既受到钦佩也被误解。

C2 noun /ˈɛpənɪm/

eponym

以某人命名的事物

Meaning

A person after whom a discovery, invention, place, or other thing is named.

Example

Sandwich is an eponym named after the Earl of Sandwich.

三明治是一个以三明治伯爵命名的伊波宁。

C1 adjective /ˌɛnɪɡˈmætɪk/

enigmatic

神秘的

Meaning

mysterious and difficult to interpret or understand

Example

He gave me an enigmatic smile.

他给了我一个神秘的微笑。

C2 verb /ɛnˈkɪndl/

enkindle

点燃，激发

Meaning

to set on fire or inspire strong emotion

Example

The speech enkindled hope in the audience.

演讲点燃了观众心中的希望。

C2 noun /ˈɪəri/

eyry

猛禽巢

Meaning

an alternative spelling of eyrie; a nest of a bird of prey

Example

The falcon guarded its eyry fiercely.

猎鹰猛烈地守护着它的巢。

C2 noun /ˈɛpɪˌsaɪkl/

epicycle

外行星环

Meaning

a small circle whose center moves around the circumference of a larger one, used in ancient astronomy

Example

The concept of the epicycle was used to explain planetary motion.

外行星环的概念被用来解释行星的运动。

A2 noun /ɪˈfekt/

Effect

效果; 结果; 后果

Meaning

a change that is a result or consequence of an action or other cause

Example

The new medicine had a positive effect on the patient's recovery.

新药物对患者的恢复产生了积极的效果。

C1 adjective /ɛsˈθɛtɪk/

esthetic

美学的

Meaning

Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty.

Example

The building’s esthetic design attracted many visitors.

建筑的美学设计吸引了许多游客。

C1 noun /ˈiːɡoʊˌɪzəm/

egoism

自我主义

Meaning

An ethical theory that treats self-interest as the foundation of morality; also, excessive preoccupation with oneself.

Example

His decisions were often driven by egoism rather than concern for others.

他的决定常常受到自我主义的驱使，而不是关心他人。

C1 verb /ɪˈleɪt/

elate

使高兴

Meaning

To make someone very happy or proud.

Example

The success of the project elated the whole team.

项目的成功让整个团队都感到非常高兴。

C1 noun /ɪnˈtaɪtəlmənt/

entitlement

权利

Meaning

the belief that one is inherently deserving of privileges or special treatment; a right to benefits

Example

The program provides entitlement to health care.

该项目提供医疗保健的权利。

B1 noun /ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

examination

考试

Meaning

a formal test of knowledge or ability

Example

She is preparing for her final examination.

她正在为她的期末考试做准备。

B2 adjective /ˈiːtəbl̩/

eatable

可食用

Meaning

suitable or safe for eating

Example

The berries are not only eatable but also quite tasty.

这些浆果不仅可食用，而且味道相当好。

B1 noun /ˈempaɪər/

empire

帝国

Meaning

a group of countries or regions controlled by one ruler or government

Example

The Roman Empire lasted for centuries.

罗马帝国延续了几个世纪。

B1 adjective /ɪˈlɛktrɪkəl/

electrical

电的

Meaning

related to electricity or the use of electrical power

Example

The electrical system in the house needs repair.

房子的电力系统需要修理。

B1 verb /ɪmˈplɔɪ/

employ

雇佣

Meaning

to hire someone to do a job; to use something effectively

Example

The company plans to employ more engineers next year.

公司计划明年雇用更多的工程师。

C1 noun ɪˌlæˈstɪs.ə.ti

elasticity

弹性

Meaning

The responsiveness of demand or supply to changes in price.

Example

The elasticity of demand for luxury goods is high.

奢侈品的需求弹性很高。

C2 verb /ɛksˈproʊprieɪt/

expropriate

征用

Meaning

To take property from its owner, especially by authority or for public use.

Example

The government decided to expropriate the land for a new highway.

政府决定征用这块土地来修建一条新高速公路。

C2 noun /ɛˌspriː də ˈkɔːr/

esprit de corps

团队精神

Meaning

A feeling of pride, fellowship, and loyalty shared by members of a group.

Example

The team's esprit de corps was evident in their cooperative effort.

团队的精神在他们的合作努力中显而易见。

C1 verb ɪɡˈzæsərbeɪt

exacerbate

加剧

Meaning

To make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse.

Example

Climate change exacerbates flooding issues.

气候变化加剧了洪水问题。

A2 adjective /ˈiː.stərn/

Eastern

东方的

Meaning

relating to or situated in the east; from or characteristic of the eastern part of the world

Example

She studied Eastern philosophy at the university.

她在大学学习东方哲学。

B2 verb /ɪˈkwɪp/

equip

装备

Meaning

to provide someone or something with the necessary items or skills for a task

Example

The school equipped its students with modern technology.

学校为学生配备了现代科技。

C2 adjective /ˌɛf.ɪˈkeɪ.ʃəs/

efficacious

有效的

Meaning

Successful in producing a desired or intended result; effective.

Example

The vaccine proved highly efficacious in preventing infections.

疫苗在预防感染方面证明是非常有效的。

A2 noun /ˈel.ɪ.fənt/

Elephant

大象

Meaning

a very large gray mammal with long curved teeth and a long nose called a trunk

Example

The elephant is the largest land animal in the world.

大象是世界上最大的陆地动物。

C1 noun /ˈɛf.ɪ.kə.si/

efficacy

效能

Meaning

The ability to produce a desired or intended result; effectiveness.

Example

The efficacy of the vaccine has been proven in trials.

疫苗的效能在试验中得到了证明。

C2 adjective /ˌɛlɪˈfæntaɪn/

elephantine

像大象一样的

Meaning

Huge, clumsy, or resembling an elephant in size or movement.

Example

The man moved with an elephantine grace.

那个人以大象般的优雅走动。

C1 verb ɪkˈstræp.ə.leɪt

Extrapolate

外推

Meaning

Making future estimates based on existing information

Example

Scientists extrapolate climate changes based on past data.

科学家根据过去的数据外推气候变化。

C1 noun /ɪˈpɪt.ə.mi/

epitome

某种特质或类型的完美例子；某物的最佳代表

Meaning

A perfect example of a particular quality or type; the best representation of something.

Example

She is the epitome of grace and kindness.

她是优雅与善良的典范。

B1 noun ɪmˈplɔɪmənt

employment

就业

Meaning

The condition of having paid work; the action of giving work to someone.

Example

Employment was limited to Urdu speakers.

就业仅限于乌尔都语使用者。

C1 noun /ɪˈklɪps/

Eclipse

日蚀 (太阳或月亮)

Meaning

an obscuring of light from one celestial body by another; a decline or loss

Example

The total solar eclipse darkened the sky for several minutes.

完全的太阳日食让天空暗了好几分钟。

C2 adjective /ɪˈfiːt/

effete

虚弱

Meaning

Lacking vitality, strength, or effectiveness; weak and overrefined.

Example

The empire became effete after centuries of indulgence.

帝国在几个世纪的纵容之后变得虚弱。

B2 verb /ɪnˈdɔːrs/

endorse

支持

Meaning

To give approval or support to someone or something; to publicly recommend.

Example

The celebrity endorsed the new skincare product.

这位名人支持了新的护肤产品。

C1 noun /ˈɒntreɪ/ (UK), /ˈɑːntreɪ/ (US)

entree

主菜

Meaning

The main course of a meal (US); the right to enter or access (formal).

Example

The restaurant’s signature steak was served as the main entree.

餐厅的招牌牛排作为主菜上桌。

B2 verb /ɪɡˈzædʒəˌreɪt/

exaggerate

夸大

Meaning

to describe something as better, worse, or more important than it really is

Example

He tends to exaggerate his achievements.

他倾向于夸大自己的成就。

B2 noun /ɪˈmɜːrdʒəns/

emergence

出现

Meaning

the process of coming into view, existence, or prominence

Example

The emergence of new technologies has transformed communication.

新技术的出现改变了沟通方式。

C1 verb /ɪnˈʃraɪn/

enshrine

将某物视为神圣或重要的保存或珍视

Meaning

to preserve or cherish something as sacred or important

Example

The constitution enshrines the right to freedom of speech.

宪法保障言论自由的权利。

A2 adjective /ɪmˈbærəst/

embarrassed

尴尬

Meaning

feeling awkward, ashamed, or self-conscious about something

Example

He felt embarrassed when he forgot her name.

当他忘记她的名字时，他感到尴尬。

C2 noun /ˌɛntəˈmɒlədʒi/

entomology

昆虫学

Meaning

The scientific study of insects.

Example

She studied entomology to understand the behavior of bees.

她学习昆虫学以了解蜜蜂的行为。

C1 noun /ˌekspəˈzɪʃən/

exposition

阐述 / 展览

Meaning

a detailed explanation or a large public exhibition

Example

The scientist gave a clear exposition of the theory.

科学家清楚地阐述了这个理论。

B1 adjective ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪk

economic

经济的

Meaning

Relating to economics or the economy.

Example

The issue had significant economic implications.

该问题具有重要的经济影响。

C2 noun /ɪˈluːʒən/

elusion

回避

Meaning

The act of escaping or avoiding something, especially by cleverness or trickery.

Example

His constant elusion of responsibility frustrated his colleagues.

他不断回避责任，让他的同事感到沮丧。

B2 noun /ˈem.ər.əld/

Emerald

翡翠

Meaning

a bright green precious stone used in jewelry

Example

The emerald necklace sparkled in the sunlight.

翡翠项链在阳光下闪闪发光。

C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzɪləreɪtɪŋ/

exhilarating

令人振奋的

Meaning

Making someone feel very excited, happy, or thrilled.

Example

Skydiving was the most exhilarating experience of his life.

跳伞是他一生中最令人振奋的经历。

C1 noun /ˌɛtɪˈmɒlədʒi/

etymology

词源学

Meaning

The study of the origin of words and how their meanings and forms have evolved.

Example

The etymology of the word 'salary' comes from the Latin word for salt.

'工资'这个词的词源来自拉丁语中的盐的词汇。

C1 noun /ˈɛksədəs/

exodus

大规模撤离

Meaning

A mass departure of people from a place.

Example

There was a sudden exodus of workers after the strike began.

罢工开始后，工人们突然发生了大规模撤离。

B2 noun /ˈiː.ɡoʊ/

Ego

自我; 自尊

Meaning

a person's sense of self-esteem or self-importance

Example

His big ego prevented him from accepting criticism from others.

他的自大使他无法接受他人的批评。

C1 noun ɪkˌstræp.əˈleɪ.ʃən

extrapolation

外推

Meaning

The action of estimating or concluding something by assuming that existing trends will continue.

Example

His extrapolation of market trends helped in financial planning.

他对市场趋势的外推帮助了财务规划。

B2 noun /ˌɛdɪˈtɔːriəl/

editorial

社论

Meaning

A newspaper article expressing the opinion of the editor or publisher.

Example

The newspaper published an editorial criticizing government policy.

报纸发布了一篇批评政府政策的社论。

B2 adjective /ɪkˈstɪr.i.ər/

Exterior

外部的；外表的；外部表面

Meaning

relating to the outside part or surface of something; outer

Example

The exterior of the building was painted in bright colors.

这座建筑的外观被涂上了鲜艳的颜色。

B2 verb /ɪnˈdeɪndʒər/

endanger

危及

Meaning

To put someone or something at risk or in danger.

Example

Cutting down forests can endanger many species of animals.

砍伐森林可能会使许多物种面临危险。

C2 adjective /ˌɛfəˈvɛsənt/

effervescent

充满活力

Meaning

Giving off bubbles; lively, enthusiastic, and full of energy.

Example

She had an effervescent personality that brightened every room.

她有着充满活力的个性，照亮了每个房间。

C1 adjective /ɪkˈskruːʃieɪtɪŋ/

excruciating

剧烈的

Meaning

causing extreme physical or mental pain

Example

She was in excruciating pain after the accident.

她在事故后痛苦不堪。

B2 noun /ˈɛseɪ/

essay

论文

Meaning

A short piece of writing on a particular subject.

Example

She wrote an essay about climate change.

她写了一篇关于气候变化的论文。

C1 verb /ɪnˈdʒen.dər/

engender

引起

Meaning

To cause or give rise to a feeling, situation, or condition.

Example

The speech engendered hope among the people.

演讲激发了人们的希望。

B1 noun /ˈɝːθ.kweɪk/

earthquake

地震

Meaning

A sudden and violent shaking of the ground as a result of movements within the earth's crust.

Example

A powerful earthquake struck Japan last night.

昨晚日本发生了强烈的地震。

C2 noun/adjective /ɪˈmɒliənt/

emollient

软化皮肤的物质

Meaning

a substance that softens or soothes the skin

Example

She used an emollient cream to treat her dry skin.

她用了一种伊摩利安特面霜来治疗她的干燥皮肤。

C2 noun /ˌɛksɪˈkreɪʃən/

execration

诅咒

Meaning

An act of cursing or denouncing someone or something with hatred.

Example

The dictator’s name was spoken with execration after his fall.

独裁者的名字在他倒台后带着诅咒被提起。

C1 noun /ˈiː.dən/

Eden

伊甸园

Meaning

a place or state of great happiness; paradise

Example

The garden was like Eden, filled with beautiful flowers and peaceful atmosphere.

这个花园就像伊甸园，充满了美丽的花朵和宁静的气氛。

B1 adjective /ˈɛd.jʊ.keɪ.tɪd/

educated

有教养的

Meaning

Having received a good level of formal schooling or training; knowledgeable

Example

She is an educated woman who values lifelong learning.

她是一个受过良好教育的女性，重视终身学习。

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。

B2 verb ɪnˈhɑːnst

enhanced

增强的

Meaning

Intensify, increase, or further improve the quality, value, or extent of something.

Example

Enhanced strategies improve outcomes.

增强的策略改善了结果。

C1 noun /ɪkˈskriːʃən/

excretion

排泄

Meaning

the process of eliminating waste matter from the body

Example

Excretion is vital for maintaining a healthy body.

排泄对保持健康的身体至关重要。

C2 verb /ˌɛvəˈnɛs/

evanesce

逐渐消失

Meaning

To disappear gradually; to fade away.

Example

The mist began to evanesce as the sun rose higher.

雾气在太阳升高时开始逐渐消失。

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 verb /ɪmˈbrɔɪl/

embroil

卷入

Meaning

to involve someone deeply in a conflict, argument, or difficult situation

Example

The politician was embroiled in a major corruption scandal.

政治家卷入了一起重大腐败丑闻。

B2 noun ɪˈmɪʃ.ənz

emissions

排放

Meaning

The production and discharge of something, especially gas, heat, light, or radiation.

Example

Carbon emissions are rising globally.

碳排放在全球范围内上升。

B2 noun ɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si

efficiency

效率

Meaning

The state or quality of being efficient; achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.

Example

Efficiency in communication is crucial for businesses.

沟通中的效率对于商业至关重要。

B2 adjective ɪkˈsplɪsɪt

explicit

明确

Meaning

Stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.

Example

The instructions were explicit, leaving no room for confusion.

这些指令是明确的，没有留下任何混淆的空间。

B2 adjective ˈel.ɪ.dʒə.bəl

eligible

有资格的

Meaning

Having the right to do or obtain something through satisfaction of the appropriate conditions.

Example

Only eligible candidates are considered for appointments.

只有有资格的候选人才会被考虑任命。

C1 noun /ˌjuːθəˈneɪʒə/

euthanasia

安乐死

Meaning

The practice of intentionally ending a life to relieve pain and suffering.

Example

The debate about euthanasia raises difficult ethical questions.

关于安乐死的辩论提出了困难的伦理问题。

A2 noun /ˈer.ər/

Error

错误; 失误

Meaning

a mistake; something done incorrectly or wrong

Example

The error in the calculation led to incorrect results.

计算中的错误导致了不正确的结果。

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 adjective /ˈɛstɪməbl/

estimable

值得尊敬的

Meaning

Worthy of great respect.

Example

Her estimable achievements inspired the whole community.

她值得尊敬的成就鼓舞了整个社区。

B2 verb /ɪnˈrɪtʃ/

enrich

丰富

Meaning

To improve or enhance the quality or value of something.

Example

Space exploration enriches human understanding.

太空探索丰富了人类的理解。

C1 verb /ɪɡˈzuːd/

exude

流露

Meaning

to display a quality strongly and openly; to release a liquid or smell slowly

Example

He exudes confidence whenever he speaks in public.

他每次在公众场合讲话时都会散发出自信。

B1 adjective /ˌen.əˈdʒet.ɪk/

Energetic

充满活力的; 精力充沛的; 富有活力的

Meaning

having or showing great activity; vigorous; full of energy

Example

She is very energetic and loves outdoor activities.

她非常充满活力，喜欢户外活动。

C2 adjective /ˌɛfləˈrɛsənt/

efflorescent

盛开的

Meaning

in the process of blooming or flourishing

Example

The efflorescent trees made the park look beautiful.

盛开的树木让公园看起来很美丽。

A1 adverb /ɛls/

else

还有别的吗

Meaning

In addition; besides.

Example

Is there anything else you need?

你还需要其他的吗?

C1 noun ɪˌræd.ɪˈkeɪ.ʃən

eradication

根除

Meaning

The complete destruction or elimination of something unwanted.

Example

Carbon eradication is a key goal of the project.

碳的根除是该项目的一个关键目标。

A2 adjective /ˈemp.ti/

Empty

空的; 无内容的

Meaning

containing nothing; vacant; without contents

Example

The glass is empty and needs to be refilled.

玻璃杯是空的，需要重新填充。

C2 noun /ɪˈfluːviəm/

effluvium

难闻的气味

Meaning

an unpleasant or harmful odor, secretion, or discharge

Example

The effluvium from the factory spread across the neighborhood.

工厂的废气弥漫到整个社区。

C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzæktɪŋ/

exacting

苛刻的

Meaning

demanding a lot of effort, attention, or precision

Example

She is known for her exacting standards in design.

她因其苛刻的设计标准而闻名。

C1 adjective /juːˈfɔːrɪk/

euphoric

欣快的

Meaning

Characterized by or feeling intense excitement and happiness.

Example

The fans were euphoric after their team's victory.

球迷们在他们队伍获胜后欣快不已。

Meaning

to make amends for guilt or wrongdoing

Example

He tried to expiate his crime by helping the poor.

B1 adverb /ɪnˈtaɪərli/

Entirely

完全地; 完全

Meaning

completely; wholly; fully

Example

The building was entirely destroyed in the fire.

这座建筑在火灾中完全被摧毁。

B2 noun /ˈɜːrnər/

earner

收入者

Meaning

A person who earns money through work or business

Example

She is the primary earner in her family.

她是家庭中的主要收入者。

A1 determiner/pronoun /iːtʃ/

each

每个

Meaning

every one of two or more people or things considered separately

Example

Each student received a certificate.

每个学生都收到了证书。

C1 adjective ɪɡˈzɛmpləri

exemplary

典范

Meaning

Serving as a desirable model; representing the best of its kind.

Example

She was praised for her exemplary work ethic and dedication.

她因其典范的工作态度和奉献精神而受到表扬。

B2 adjective ˈɛvɪdənt

evident

明显的

Meaning

Clearly seen or understood; obvious.

Example

The result was evident.

结果是显而易见的。

伦理的

Meaning

Relating to moral principles or the branch of knowledge dealing with these.

Example

Ethical considerations guide decisions.

伦理考虑引导决策。