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C1 adjective /ɪˌlɪzəˈbiːθən/

elizabethan

伊丽莎白时代
Meaning
Relating to the reign of Queen Elizabeth I of England (1558–1603), especially the style of that period.
Example
Shakespeare wrote many of his plays during the Elizabethan era.
莎士比亚在伊丽莎白时代写了许多剧作。
C1 adjective ɪˈræt.ɪk

erratic

不规则
Meaning
Unpredictable and inconsistent; not even or regular in pattern or movement.
Example
His erratic behavior confused his colleagues.
他的不规则行为让他的同事们感到困惑。
B2 noun /ˈɜːnɪŋz/

earnings

收入
Meaning
money obtained in return for labor or services
Example
Her monthly earnings are enough to support her family.
她的月收入足以养活她的家人。
C2 verb /ˈɛnərˌveɪt/

enervate

使虚弱
Meaning
To weaken or drain someone of strength or vitality.
Example
The long hours of work enervated him.
长期的工作使他感到虚弱。
C2 verb /ɪkˈstɛmpəraɪz/

extemporize

即兴表演
Meaning
To speak or perform without preparation; improvise.
Example
The actor had to extemporize when he forgot his lines.
当演员忘记台词时，他不得不即兴表演。
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。
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。
B2 noun /ɪˈlɛktrɪk drɪl/

Electric drill

电动钻孔机
Meaning
A power tool used for drilling holes in various materials
Example
He used an electric drill to make holes in the wall for hanging pictures.
他用电动钻孔机在墙上打孔，用于挂画。
A1 noun/adjective /ˈɪŋɡlɪʃ/

english

英语
Meaning
The language of England, widely spoken around the world; relating to England or its people.
Example
She is learning English to study abroad.
她正在学习英语，以便出国留学。
A2 adjective /ɪˌlɛkˈtrɒnɪk/

electronic

电子的
Meaning
Operating with or produced by the use of electronic devices.
Example
She bought an electronic keyboard for her music lessons.
她为她的音乐课买了一台电子键盘。
B1 adverb /ɪˈfɛktɪvli/

effectively

有效地
Meaning
in a way that produces the desired result; efficiently and successfully
Example
The team worked together effectively to finish the project on time.
团队有效地合作，按时完成了项目。
C1 verb /ɪnˈtaɪs/

entice

引诱
Meaning
to attract or tempt someone by offering something appealing
Example
The advertisement was designed to entice customers into the store.
广告被设计来吸引顾客进店。
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。
C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzuːbərənt/

exuberant

欣喜若狂
Meaning
full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness
Example
The children were exuberant after winning the game.
孩子们在赢得比赛后欣喜若狂。
B2 noun ˌel.ɪ.dʒəˈbɪl.ə.ti

eligibility

资格
Meaning
The state of having the right to do or obtain something through satisfaction of the appropriate conditions.
Example
Eligibility criteria maintain fairness.
资格标准确保公平。
B2 adjective ɪkˈstɪŋkt

extinct

灭绝
Meaning
No longer in existence; having died out completely.
Example
Some species are becoming extinct due to overfishing.
一些物种由于过度捕捞而濒临灭绝。
C1 noun /ˈɛdɪfɪs/

edifice

大楼
Meaning
A large, impressive building or structure.
Example
The museum is an impressive edifice in the city center.
博物馆是市中心一座令人印象深刻的大楼。
C2 noun /ˌɛləˈkjuːʃn/

elocution

口才
Meaning
The skill of clear and expressive speech, especially in public speaking.
Example
She improved her elocution through constant practice.
她通过不断练习提高了她的口才。
C1 noun /ɪkˈstɔːr.ʃən/

extortion

敲诈勒索
Meaning
the practice of obtaining something, especially money, through force or threats
Example
The businessman was arrested for extortion after threatening his partner.
商人因威胁其合作伙伴后被捕，罪名是敲诈勒索。
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。
B2 verb /ɪnˈɡeɪdʒɪŋ/

engaging

参与
Meaning
Participating or becoming involved in; occupying or attracting someone's interest or attention.
Example
Engaging youth in education is essential.
让年轻人参与教育至关重要。
C2 noun /ɪˈklɛktɪˌsɪzəm/

eclecticism

折衷主义
Meaning
A method or practice of deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources.
Example
The architect’s work shows eclecticism by blending modern and traditional elements.
建筑师的作品展示了折衷主义，融合了现代和传统元素。
C2 noun /ɪˈskʌtʃən/

escutcheon

带有家族徽章的盾牌
Meaning
a shield or emblem bearing a coat of arms
Example
The family crest was displayed on the escutcheon above the fireplace.
家族徽章展示在壁炉上方的盾牌上。
A2 noun /ɪˈlek.trɪk fæn/

Electric fan

电风扇
Meaning
a device with rotating blades that creates airflow to cool or ventilate a room
Example
The electric fan keeps the room cool during hot summer days.
电风扇在炎热的夏天保持房间凉爽。
C2 verb /ɪˈstreɪndʒ/

estrange

Meaning
to cause someone to no longer be close or affectionate; to alienate
Example
His constant criticism began to estrange him from his friends.
C1 verb /ɪkˈspend/

expend

花费
Meaning
to use up or consume; to spend energy or resources
Example
He expended all his energy on the project.
他把所有的精力都投入到这个项目上。
A1 pronoun /ˈɛvrɪθɪŋ/

everything

一切
Meaning
all things; the whole lot
Example
He packed everything in his suitcase.
他把所有东西都装进了他的行李箱。
C2 verb /ˈjuːləˌdʒaɪz/

eulogize

颂扬
Meaning
To praise highly in speech or writing, especially in honor of someone who has died.
Example
They gathered to eulogize their beloved teacher.
他们聚集在一起，悼念他们亲爱的老师。
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。
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。
B2 noun /ɪkˈspəʊʒər/

exposure

暴露
Meaning
the state of being exposed to contact with something, especially harmful
Example
Prolonged exposure to the sun can damage your skin.
长时间暴露在阳光下会损害皮肤。
B1 adjective /ˌɛdjuˈkeɪʃənl/

educational

教育的
Meaning
Relating to the provision of education or having an educative effect.
Example
The journey was an educational experience.
这次旅行是一次教育性的体验。
B2 verb /ɪˈvæljueɪt/

evaluate

评估
Meaning
To assess or judge the value, quality, or significance of something.
Example
The teacher will evaluate the students’ projects tomorrow.
老师明天将评估学生的项目。
C1 verb /ɪnˈɡʌlf/

engulf

吞没
Meaning
to completely surround or cover something or someone
Example
The village was engulfed by floodwaters.
村庄被洪水吞没了。
C1 noun /ɪˈvændʒəlɪst/

evangelist

传教士
Meaning
A person who seeks to convert others to the Christian faith, especially by public preaching.
Example
The evangelist traveled across the country spreading his message.
传教士旅行穿越全国，传播他的消息。
A2 adverb /ˈiːkwəli/

equally

平等地
Meaning
in an equal or fair way; to the same degree
Example
The prize money was equally divided among the winners.
奖金在获胜者之间平等分配。
B2 noun /ɪɡˌzædʒ.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

Exaggeration

夸张
Meaning
a statement that represents something as better or worse than it really is
Example
His story about the fish he caught was clearly an exaggeration.
他关于他抓到的鱼的故事显然是夸张的。
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。
C1 noun /ˈɛkstrəˌvɜːrt/

extrovert

外向者
Meaning
a person who is outgoing, sociable, and energized by being around other people
Example
As an extrovert, she enjoys meeting new people at social events.
作为一个外向者，她喜欢在社交活动中认识新朋友。
A2 noun ɪnˈvaɪ.rən.mənt

environment

环境
Meaning
The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates.
Example
Protecting the environment is crucial for future generations.
保护环境对未来几代人至关重要。
B1 adjective /ɪkˈspɛktɪd/

expected

预期的
Meaning
Regarded as likely to happen; anticipated or predicted.
Example
The unemployment rate is expected to decline further.
预计失业率将进一步下降。
C2 verb /ɪkˈstɛnjueɪt/

extenuate

减轻
Meaning
to make an offense, fault, or situation seem less serious by providing an excuse or explanation
Example
The lawyer tried to extenuate his client's actions by highlighting his difficult childhood.
律师通过强调客户的艰难童年，试图减轻他的行为。
B2 verb /ɪɡˈzɜrt/

exert

施加
Meaning
to apply or bring to bear; to use physical or mental effort
Example
He exerted all his strength to lift the heavy box.
他全力以赴抬起沉重的箱子。
C1 verb /ɪnˈkrəʊtʃ/

encroach

幸福
Meaning
to gradually take over or intrude on someone’s rights, territory, or space
Example
The buildings began to encroach on the protected forest land.
当她获得奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。
B2 verb, noun /ɪkˈsplɔɪt/

exploit

Meaning
to make full use of and derive benefit from (a resource); to use someone unfairly for one’s own advantage
Example
The company was accused of exploiting child labor.
B1 adjective /ɪkˈstendɪd/

extended

扩展的
Meaning
longer or larger than usual; continuing for a longer time
Example
They took an extended vacation in Europe this summer.
他们这个夏天在欧洲度过了一个扩展的假期。
C2 adjective /ˌen.zɪˈmæt.ɪk/

enzymatic

与酶有关的
Meaning
Relating to or involving enzymes, which are proteins that catalyze biochemical reactions in living organisms.
Example
Enzymatic reactions regulate metabolism in the human body.
酶反应调节人体的新陈代谢。
A2 noun /ɪkˈspɪə.ri.əns/

Experience

经验
Meaning
practical contact with and observation of facts or events; knowledge gained through involvement
Example
Her years of teaching experience made her an excellent mentor for new teachers.
她多年的教学经验使她成为新教师的优秀导师。
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。
C2 noun /ˈel.ɪ.fənt ˈæp.əl/

Elephant Apple

大象苹果
Meaning
a tropical fruit with a hard shell and acidic flesh
Example
Elephant apple is used to make delicious jams and pickles.
大象苹果被用来制作美味的果酱和腌菜。
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。
C1 adjective /ɪˈlɪptɪkl/

elliptical

椭圆形的
Meaning
Having the shape of an ellipse; also, a style of speech that is concise and sometimes obscure.
Example
The planet follows an elliptical orbit around the sun.
行星沿着椭圆形的轨道围绕太阳运行。
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。
B2 adverb /ɪkˈsplɪsɪtli/

explicitly

明确地
Meaning
in a clear and detailed manner, leaving no room for confusion or doubt
Example
The instructions were explicitly written to avoid any confusion.
指示明确地写出来，以避免任何混淆。
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。
C2 noun /ˈɛksɪdʒənsi/

exigency

紧急需求
Meaning
an urgent need or demand requiring immediate attention
Example
In times of war, the exigency of the situation requires quick decisions.
在战争时期，局势的紧急需求需要迅速的决策。
A1 verb /ˈiːtɪŋ/

eating

吃
Meaning
the act of consuming food
Example
They were eating dinner when the phone rang.
他们在吃晚餐时，电话响了。
B1 noun /ɪˌlɛkˈtrɒnɪks/

electronics

电子学
Meaning
the branch of physics and technology dealing with circuits and devices using transistors, microchips, and other components
Example
He studied electronics at university.
他在大学学习电子学。
C2 noun /ɪksˈtʃɛkər/

exchequer

国库
Meaning
The treasury of a state or country.
Example
The government announced new measures to improve the exchequer.
政府宣布了新的措施，以改善国库。
B1 noun ˌen.dʒɪˈnɪə.rɪŋ

engineering

工程学
Meaning
The application of scientific and mathematical principles to design, build, and maintain structures, machines, or systems.
Example
Genetic engineering transforms agricultural practices.
基因工程改变了农业实践。
B2 noun /ˌɛkspɜːˈtiːz/

expertise

专业知识
Meaning
Expert knowledge or skill in a particular area.
Example
His expertise in graphic design is widely recognized.
他的图形设计专业知识被广泛认可。
B2 adverb /ɪˈməʊʃənəli/

emotionally

情感上
Meaning
in a way that relates to a person's feelings or emotions
Example
She became emotionally attached to her pet.
她变得情感上依赖她的宠物。
C2 adjective /ɪkˈspɒzɪtəri/

expository

说明的
Meaning
intended to explain or describe something
Example
The teacher gave an expository lecture on the topic.
老师就这个话题进行了说明性的讲座。
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。
B2 noun /ˌɛkskləˈmeɪʃən/

exclamation

感叹
Meaning
A sudden cry or remark expressing strong emotion or surprise.
Example
She let out an exclamation of joy when she heard the news.
当她听到这个消息时，她发出了喜悦的感叹。
C2 verb /ɪnˈtriːt/

entreat

恳求
Meaning
To ask earnestly or beg someone to do something.
Example
She entreated him to stay a little longer.
她恳求他再待一会儿。
A2 adjective ˈiːkwəl

equal

平等
Meaning
Being the same in quantity, size, degree, or value; having the same status or treatment.
Example
Bose was regarded as Galileo's equal.
Bose被认为是伽利略的平等。
B1 adjective /ˌel.ɪˈmen.tər.i/

Elementary

基本的; 初级的
Meaning
basic; fundamental; primary level
Example
He learned elementary mathematics in school.
他在学校学了基础数学。
C2 verb /ɪˈspaɪ/

espy

看到
Meaning
To catch sight of or notice something, especially from a distance.
Example
From the hilltop, she espied a small village in the valley.
从山顶上，她看见了谷中的一个小村庄。
B2 verb /ɪmˈpaʊər/

empower

Meaning
To give someone the power or authority to do something; to make someone stronger or more confident.
Example
Education can empower people to improve their lives.
A2 noun ˌedʒ.ʊˈkeɪ.ʃən

education

教育
Meaning
The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university.
Example
Quality education is key to progress.
优质教育是进步的关键。
C2 noun /ˈiːən/

eon

纪元
Meaning
an indefinitely long period of time; an age
Example
Dinosaurs lived millions of years ago, in a different eon.
恐龙在几百万年前生活，在一个不同的纪元。
C1 noun ˈiː.pɒk

epoch

时代
Meaning
A period of time in history or a person's life, typically one marked by notable events or particular characteristics.
Example
The invention of the internet marked a new epoch in human history.
互联网的发明标志着人类历史的新纪元。
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。
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。
B2 noun /ˈaɪ.bɔːl/

Eyeball

眼球
Meaning
the round part of the eye within the eyelids and socket
Example
The doctor examined his eyeball carefully.
医生仔细检查了他的眼球。
C2 adjective /ˌɛl.ɪˈdʒaɪ.ək/

elegiac

哀歌的
Meaning
Expressing sorrow, often for something past; resembling an elegy.
Example
The novel ends on an elegiac note, mourning the lost era.
这本小说以哀歌的语气结束，哀悼失落的时代。
C1 noun ˌes.kəˈleɪ.ʃən

escalation

快速增加；上涨。
Meaning
A rapid increase; a rise.
Example
The escalation of production costs impacts profitability.
生产成本的增加影响了盈利能力。
C1 verb /ˈɛm.ə.neɪt/

emanate

散发
Meaning
To come out or spread from a source.
Example
A sweet fragrance emanated from the garden.
从花园中散发出一股甜美的香气。
A2 noun /ˈen.ə.mi/

Enemy

敌人
Meaning
a person who is actively opposed or hostile to someone or something
Example
In the story, the hero had to face his greatest enemy.
在故事中，英雄不得不面对他最大的敌人。
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。
C1 verb ɪˈluː.sɪ.deɪt

elucidate

阐明, 阐述
Meaning
make (something) clear; explain.
Example
The professor elucidated the theory with simple examples.
教授通过简单的例子阐明了这个理论。
C1 adjective /ɪˈmɜːrdʒənt/

emergent

新兴
Meaning
just coming into existence or becoming prominent
Example
The emergent startup quickly attracted investors.
新兴的创业公司迅速吸引了投资者。
B2 noun ˈiːkoʊˌtʊrɪzəm

Eco-tourism

生态旅游
Meaning
A form of tourism involving responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people.
Example
Eco-tourism promotes responsible travel to natural areas.
生态旅游促进了负责任的自然地区旅游。
B1 noun /ˈen.trəns/

Entrance

入口
Meaning
an opening that allows access to a place; the action of entering
Example
The main entrance to the building was decorated with beautiful flowers.
大楼的主入口装饰着美丽的花朵。
A2 noun /ɛmˈplɔɪ.iː/

employee

员工
Meaning
A person who works for an organization or company in return for payment.
Example
The company values each employee's contribution to its success.
公司重视每个员工对成功的贡献。
C2 adjective /ɪkˈskɜːsɪv/

excursive

偏离主题的
Meaning
Tending to digress or wander; moving away from the main subject.
Example
His excursive lecture left the students confused about the main topic.
他的偏离主题的讲座让学生们对主要话题感到困惑。
C1 noun /ɒnˈsɒmbəl/

ensemble

合奏, 团体
Meaning
a group of things or people viewed as a whole, especially performers in music or theater
Example
The theater ensemble gave a spectacular performance.
剧院合奏团进行了精彩的演出。
C2 noun /ɪkˈspiːdiənsi/

expediency

机会主义
Meaning
the quality of being convenient and practical despite possibly being improper or immoral
Example
He acted out of political expediency rather than principle.
他是出于政治机会主义而非原则行事。
B1 verb /ɪmˈbærəs/

embarrass

Meaning
to cause someone to feel awkward, self-conscious, or ashamed
Example
His rude comment really embarrassed her in front of everyone.
A2 noun/verb /ˌɛndʒɪˈnɪər/

engineer

工程师
Meaning
A person trained to design, build, or maintain engines, machines, or structures; to skillfully arrange or bring about.
Example
The engineer designed a new bridge across the river.
工程师设计了一个新桥，跨越了这条河流。
B2 noun /ˌek.əˈnɒm.ɪk səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

economic sustainability

经济可持续性
Meaning
The ability of an economy to support a defined level of economic production indefinitely.
Example
Economic sustainability drives long-term growth.
经济可持续性推动长期增长。
B2 noun /ˌep.ɪˈdem.ɪk/

Epidemic

流行病
Meaning
a widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community
Example
The flu epidemic affected thousands of people across the country.
流感疫情影响了全国成千上万的人。
A2 adjective /ˈɛvrideɪ/

everyday

日常
Meaning
common or ordinary; occurring daily
Example
These shoes are perfect for everyday use.
这些鞋子非常适合日常使用。
B2 verb ɪnˈfɔːrsɪŋ

enforcing

执行
Meaning
To compel observance of or compliance with a law, rule, or obligation.
Example
Enforcing strict laws is necessary to prevent violations.
执行严格的法律是防止违规的必要条件。
B2 noun /ɪnˈθuziæst/

enthusiast

爱好者
Meaning
a person who is very interested in a particular activity or subject
Example
He is a football enthusiast and watches every match.
他是一个足球爱好者，看每一场比赛。
B2 adjective ɪkˈsɛsɪv

excessive

过度的
Meaning
More than is necessary, normal, or desirable; immoderate.
Example
Excessive population growth leads to resource depletion.
过度的人口增长导致资源枯竭。
C1 adjective /ɪkˈstɛnjueɪtɪŋ/

extenuating

减轻的
Meaning
serving to make a fault or an offense seem less serious
Example
She asked for leniency due to extenuating circumstances.
她因减轻的情况请求宽恕。
C1 noun /ɪˈleɪʃən/

elation

极乐
Meaning
A feeling of great happiness and excitement.
Example
His elation was evident after winning the championship.
赢得冠军后，他的极乐心情显而易见。
A2 abbreviation /iː ˈdʒiː/

e.g.

例如
Meaning
For example (from Latin 'exempli gratia').
Example
You should eat more fruits, e.g., apples and bananas.
你应该多吃水果，例如苹果和香蕉。
C2 verb /ɪˈfeɪsɪŋ/

effacing

抹去 / 使自己不显眼
Meaning
erasing or making oneself inconspicuous; to remove or diminish in significance
Example
She kept effacing herself during the meeting so that others could shine.
她在会议期间不断抹去自己，以便其他人能够发光。
C1 adjective ɪˈθɪə.ri.əl

ethereal

天上的, 精致的, 超自然的
Meaning
Extremely delicate and light in a way that seems too perfect for this world.
Example
Her voice had an ethereal quality.
她的声音有一种以太的品质。
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。
B2 noun ɪˌlɪm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən

elimination

消除
Meaning
The complete removal or destruction of something.
Example
The elimination of emissions is a priority.
排放的消除是优先事项。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈbrɔɪld/

embroiled

卷入
Meaning
being deeply involved in a difficult situation, conflict, or scandal
Example
She found herself embroiled in a heated family dispute.
她发现自己卷入了一场激烈的家庭争执。
C1 verb /ɪkˈstɔːrt/

extort

勒索
Meaning
to obtain something, especially money, by force, threats, or unfair means
Example
The gang attempted to extort money from local shopkeepers.
这个团伙试图从当地店主那里勒索钱财。
B2 adjective /ɪˈlɛktərəl/

electoral

选举的
Meaning
related to elections or voting
Example
The electoral process in the country has been reformed in recent years.
该国的选举程序在近年来进行了改革。
B1 noun /ɪˈlɛktrɪk ˈkɛtəl/

Electric Kettle

电热水壶
Meaning
An electrical appliance that heats water quickly using electricity
Example
The electric kettle automatically turns off when the water starts boiling.
电热水壶在水开始沸腾时自动关闭。
C1 noun /ˈiː.zi tʃeər/

Easy-chair

安乐椅
Meaning
a comfortable chair with arms and a back that reclines
Example
He relaxed in his favorite easy-chair after work.
他下班后在他最喜欢的安乐椅上放松。
C1 verb /ɪˈkweɪt/

equate

等同
Meaning
To consider as equal or equivalent.
Example
Many people equate wealth with success.
许多人将财富与成功相提并论。
B2 verb, adjective /ɪˈlæbəreɪt/ (verb), /ɪˈlæbərət/ (adjective)

elaborate

详细说明 / 设计复杂的
Meaning
verb: to explain something in detail; adjective: detailed and complicated in design
Example
She asked him to elaborate on his proposal.
她要求他详细说明他的提议。
C1 noun /ˈɛksɜːrpt/

excerpt

摘录
Meaning
A short portion taken from a text, film, or piece of music.
Example
The teacher read an excerpt from the novel.
老师读了小说中的一段摘录。
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。
C2 noun /ˈɛnsaɪn/

ensign

旗帜
Meaning
A flag or standard, especially a military or naval one indicating nationality; also a junior officer in the navy or coast guard.
Example
The ship raised its national ensign before leaving the harbor.
这艘船在离开港口之前升起了它的国旗。
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 adjective /ˈɛm.ɪ.nənt/

eminent

杰出
Meaning
Famous and respected within a particular sphere or profession.
Example
He is an eminent scientist known for groundbreaking research.
他是一个杰出的科学家，以开创性的研究而闻名。
B2 adjective ˈeθ.ɪ.kəl

ethical

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。
C2 noun /ˈɛdi/

eddy

漩涡
Meaning
A circular movement of water, air, or smoke, counter to the main current, causing a small whirlpool or turbulence.
Example
The canoe was caught in an eddy near the rocks.
独木舟被困在岩石附近的漩涡中。
A2 noun /ɪˌlɛkˈtrɪsɪti/

electricity

电力
Meaning
A form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles.
Example
The storm caused a power cut and we had no electricity.
风暴导致了停电，我们没有电力。
B2 verb /ɪkˈskleɪm/

exclaim

呼喊
Meaning
to cry out suddenly in surprise, strong emotion, or excitement
Example
She exclaimed with joy when she saw the gift.
她看到礼物时高兴地叫了出来。
C1 noun /ɪkˈstræv.ə.ɡəns/

Extravagance

过度开支; 浪费
Meaning
lack of restraint in spending money; excessive expense
Example
The wedding celebration was criticized for its unnecessary extravagance.
婚礼庆典因不必要的奢华而受到批评。