C1 verb /ˈɛm.jʊˌleɪt/

emulate

模仿

Meaning

to imitate someone or something with the intent to equal or surpass

Example

Young athletes often emulate their idols.

年轻运动员常常模仿他们的偶像。

B1 noun /ɪkˈspens/

Expense

费用; 支出;

Meaning

the cost required for something; money spent on something

Example

The travel expense for the business trip was covered by the company.

商务旅行的费用由公司承担。

C1 adjective /ɪˈklɛktɪk/

eclectic

折衷的

Meaning

Selecting or deriving ideas, styles, or tastes from a broad and diverse range of sources.

Example

Her taste in music is eclectic, ranging from classical to hip-hop.

她的音乐口味是折衷的，从古典到嘻哈。

C1 adverb ˌekspəˈnenʃəli

exponentially

指数地

Meaning

At a rapidly increasing rate; growing or expanding very quickly and intensely.

Example

Internet adoption is growing exponentially worldwide.

互联网的采用在全球范围内指数增长。

A2 adverb /ɪɡˈzækt.li/

Exactly

精确地; 精准地; 完全同意

Meaning

precisely; accurately; in complete agreement

Example

Tell me exactly what happened during the meeting.

告诉我在会议期间究竟发生了什么。

C1 adjective /ɪˈspeʃəl/

especial

特别

Meaning

Particularly remarkable or significant; distinguished from others

Example

This is an especial opportunity you should not miss.

这是一个你不应错过的特别机会。

C2 verb /ɪˈfjuːz/

effuse

表达

Meaning

To pour out or express feelings freely and openly.

Example

She effused gratitude for the help she received.

她表达了对收到帮助的感激之情。

C1 verb /ɪɡˈzɒnəreɪt/

exonerate

免罪

Meaning

To clear someone from blame or accusation.

Example

The court exonerated her from all charges.

法庭解除她所有指控。

C2 adjective /ɪˈbʊliənt/

ebullient

兴高采烈

Meaning

cheerful and full of energy

Example

She was ebullient after receiving the good news.

收到好消息后，她兴高采烈。

C2 verb /ɪˈfɛktʃueɪt/

effectuate

实施

Meaning

to put into force or cause to happen; to bring about

Example

The manager effectuated the changes to improve efficiency.

经理为了提高效率，实施了这些变更。

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。

C2 adverb /ˌɛkspəˈdɪʃəsli/

expeditiously

迅速而高效地

Meaning

in a quick and efficient manner

Example

The application was processed expeditiously.

申请被迅速而高效地处理了。

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。

B2 noun ɪnˈdev.ər

endeavor

努力

Meaning

An attempt to achieve a goal; a serious determined effort.

Example

The endeavor to innovate space tourism is ambitious.

创新太空旅游的努力是雄心勃勃的。

C1 noun /ˈɛləkwəns/

eloquence

口才

Meaning

Fluent or persuasive speaking or writing.

Example

His eloquence in speech won him great respect.

他在演讲中的口才为他赢得了极大的尊重。

B1 adjective /ˈel.ɪ.ɡənt/

Elegant

优雅的

Meaning

graceful and stylish; refined; sophisticated

Example

She wore an elegant dress to the party.

她穿着一件优雅的连衣裙去参加聚会。

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 adjective /ˈɛkstənt/

extant

现存

Meaning

Still in existence; surviving.

Example

Only a few manuscripts from the ancient library are extant.

只有几份古老图书馆的手稿仍然存在。

B1 noun ɪˈkɒnəmiːz

economies

经济

Meaning

The wealth and resources of a country or region.

Example

Emerging economies have been growing rapidly over the past decade.

新兴经济体在过去十年中迅速增长。

B2 verb /ɪnˈlaɪtən/

enlighten

幸福

Meaning

to give someone greater knowledge or understanding about a subject or situation

Example

The teacher tried to enlighten the students about ancient history.

她在收到奖项时无法掩饰自己的幸福。

C2 noun /ɪˈfɛmɪnəsi/

effeminacy

女性化

Meaning

The quality of showing traits traditionally associated with women, such as delicacy or softness.

Example

In ancient times, effeminacy was often criticized as a sign of weakness.

在古代，女性化常常被批评为软弱的标志。

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 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。

C1 verb /ɪˈroʊd/

erode

侵蚀

Meaning

to gradually wear away or destroy by natural forces such as water, wind, or chemical action

Example

The coastline has begun to erode due to constant waves.

海岸线因持续的波浪开始侵蚀。

B2 noun /ˌɛksɪˈkjuːʃən/

execution

执行，实施

Meaning

the act of carrying out a plan, order, or legal sentence

Example

The success of a project depends on its proper execution.

项目的成功取决于其正确的执行。

B1 noun /ɪɡˈzɪs.təns/

Existence

存在

Meaning

the fact or state of living or having objective reality; being alive

Example

Scientists are searching for evidence of life's existence on other planets.

科学家正在寻找其他星球上生命存在的证据。

A2 noun /ɪˈkwɪpmənt/

equipment

设备

Meaning

the necessary tools, machines, or other items needed for a particular purpose

Example

The laboratory bought new equipment for research.

实验室购买了新的设备用于研究。

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。

C2 noun /ˈaɪ.sɔːr/

Eyesore

令人不悦的视觉效果; 恶心的景象

Meaning

something that is very ugly and unpleasant to look at

Example

The abandoned building has become an eyesore in the neighborhood.

废弃的建筑已成为社区中的眼中钉。

C2 verb /ɪˈnəʊbəl/

ennoble

使高贵

Meaning

to give someone a noble rank or to elevate in dignity or honor

Example

His selfless actions ennobled his character in the eyes of others.

他的无私行为使他在他人眼中的品格得到了提升。

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。

B1 verb /ɪkˈstend/

extend

扩展

Meaning

to make longer or larger; to stretch out; to offer or give

Example

The company decided to extend the deadline for the project.

公司决定延长项目的截止日期。

B1 adjective /ɪnˌθjuːziˈæstɪk/

enthusiastic

热情的

Meaning

Having or showing intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.

Example

The explorers were enthusiastic about the journey.

探险者对这次旅行充满热情。

C2 noun /ɛnˈsɪklɪkəl/

encyclical

教皇通谕

Meaning

a formal letter sent by the Pope to Catholic churches, usually addressing important issues

Example

The Pope issued an encyclical on climate change and moral responsibility.

教皇发布了关于气候变化和道德责任的通谕。

B1 adjective /ˈel.dər.li/

Elderly

老年人; 年长的; 老年

Meaning

aged; advanced in years; old

Example

The elderly man walked slowly with his cane.

那位年长的男人拿着拐杖慢慢走。

B1 adjective /ˈiː.ɡər/

Eager

渴望的; 兴奋的; 热切的

Meaning

showing keen interest; enthusiastic; having or showing desire and excitement

Example

She was eager to start her new job.

她急切地等待着开始她的新工作。

C1 adjective /ɪkˈsiːdɪŋ/

Exceeding

过度的; 超越的

Meaning

going beyond; surpassing; extremely

Example

The project was completed with exceeding excellence.

该项目以极高的卓越完成。

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.

A1 number /ɪˈlɛvən/

eleven

十一

Meaning

the number after ten and before twelve; 11

Example

There are eleven students in the classroom.

教室里有十一名学生。

B2 verb /ɪnˈkʌmpəs/

encompass

涵盖

Meaning

To include comprehensively; to surround or encircle.

Example

The project will encompass all aspects of rural development.

该项目将涵盖农村发展的各个方面。

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。

B2 verb ˈɛskəleɪt

escalate

升级

Meaning

To increase rapidly; to become more intense or serious

Example

The aging population is escalating at an alarming rate.

老龄化人口正在以惊人的速度升级。

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。

A2 adjective /ˌjʊərəˈpiːən/

european

欧洲的

Meaning

Relating to Europe or its people.

Example

She studied European history at university.

她在大学学习了欧洲历史。

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。

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 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。

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。

B2 verb /ɪnˈhæns/

enhance

提升

Meaning

to improve the quality, value, or extent of something

Example

The new features will enhance the user experience.

新的功能将提升用户体验。

C1 noun /ˈɜːrθənˌwɛr/

earthenware

陶器

Meaning

pottery made of clay and hardened by heat

Example

The shop displayed beautiful earthenware pots and bowls.

商店展示了美丽的陶器罐和碗。

C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzæspəˌreɪtɪd/

exasperated

非常恼火

Meaning

greatly annoyed or irritated

Example

She gave him an exasperated look after his repeated mistakes.

在他的重复错误后，她给了他一个非常恼火的眼神。

B2 noun /ˈɜːθ.wɜːm/

Earth-worm

蚯蚓

Meaning

a segmented worm that lives in soil and helps decompose organic matter

Example

The gardener was happy to find many earthworms in the soil.

园丁很高兴在土壤中发现了许多蚯蚓。

A2 verb /ɪkˈspres/

express

表达

Meaning

to show or make known a feeling, thought, or opinion

Example

She expressed her gratitude for the help she received.

她表达了对收到帮助的感激之情。

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。

C2 noun /ˈɛmbəˌlɪzəm/

embolism

栓塞

Meaning

the sudden blockage of a blood vessel by a clot or other foreign matter

Example

The patient suffered a fatal pulmonary embolism.

患者遭受了致命的肺栓塞。

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。

C2 adjective /ɪˈfɛmɪnət/

effeminate

女性化

Meaning

Having traits, tastes, or habits traditionally considered feminine, often used negatively for men.

Example

The critics described him as effeminate due to his gentle manner.

评论家因其温和的举止而将他描述为女性化。

B1 adjective ɪkˈstriːm

extreme

极端

Meaning

Reaching a high or the highest degree; very great.

Example

Extreme weather patterns disrupt ecosystems.

极端的天气模式扰乱了生态系统。

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。

A2 adverb /ɪˈspeʃəli/

Especially

特别; 尤其是; 尤其

Meaning

particularly; in particular; above all

Example

I love all fruits, especially mangoes.

我喜欢所有的水果，特别是芒果。

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。

B2 verb /ɪnˈfɔːrs/

enforce

执行

Meaning

to make sure that a rule, law, or policy is obeyed

Example

The police are responsible for enforcing the law.

警方负责执行法律。

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 noun ˈem.fə.sɪs

emphasis

重音

Meaning

Special importance, value, or prominence given to something; stress laid on a particular point or aspect.

Example

The speaker placed emphasis on sustainable development.

演讲者强调了可持续发展。

C2 verb /ɪnˈsaɪfər/

encipher

将消息转换为代码或密码

Meaning

to convert a message into code or cipher

Example

The agent enciphered the secret message before sending it.

特工在发送消息之前将其加密。

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。

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。

B1 noun ɪˈməʊʃənz

emotions

情感

Meaning

Strong feelings deriving from one's circumstances, mood, or relationships with others.

Example

Emotions ran high during the protests.

在抗议期间，情感高涨。

B2 adjective ˌiːkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl

ecological

生态的

Meaning

Relating to ecology or the environment.

Example

Deforestation threatens the ecological balance of the planet.

森林砍伐威胁到地球的生态平衡。

C2 noun /ɪkˈsɪʒən/

excision

切除

Meaning

the act of cutting something out, especially by surgical removal

Example

The excision of the infected tissue prevented further complications.

切除感染的组织防止了进一步的并发症。

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。

C1 noun /ɪmˈbɛzlmənt/

embezzlement

挪用公款

Meaning

The act of dishonestly taking money or property entrusted to one's care.

Example

The accountant was arrested for embezzlement of company funds.

会计因挪用公司资金而被逮捕。

C1 adjective /ˌɛm.briˈɒn.ɪk/

embryonic

胚胎的

Meaning

in an early or undeveloped stage; relating to an embryo

Example

The project is still in its embryonic stage.

这个项目仍处于胚胎阶段。

B2 noun ˈɛmpəθi

empathy

同理心

Meaning

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person.

Example

Empathy helps students connect with society.

同理心帮助学生与社会建立联系。

C1 verb ɪɡˈzɛm.plɪ.faɪ

exemplify

举例说明

Meaning

To be a typical example of or to illustrate something clearly, to show as an example or demonstrate.

Example

His dedication exemplifies true leadership.

他的奉献展示了真正的领导力。

C2 verb /ɪˈvɜːrt/

evert

翻转向外

Meaning

To turn inside out or outward.

Example

The surgeon had to evert the eyelid during the procedure.

外科医生在手术过程中必须翻转眼睑。

C2 verb ɪɡˈzɔːrt

exhort

敦促

Meaning

To strongly encourage or urge someone to do something.

Example

The teacher exhorted students to work hard for exams.

老师敦促学生为了考试而努力学习。

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。

B1 verb /ˈɛmfəˌsaɪz/

emphasize

强调

Meaning

to give special importance or attention to something

Example

The teacher emphasized the importance of homework.

老师强调了作业的重要性。

C2 noun /ˌɛpɪzəʊˈɒtɪk/

epizootic

动物疫病

Meaning

An outbreak of disease affecting many animals of one kind at the same time.

Example

The farmer feared an epizootic might wipe out his cattle.

农民担心动物疫病会消灭他的家畜。

C2 verb /ɪˈvɪns/

evince

展示

Meaning

to show or demonstrate clearly

Example

She evinced her interest in the project through active participation.

她通过积极参与展示了对该项目的兴趣。

B1 noun /ɪkˈspres treɪn/

Express Train

快车

Meaning

a fast train that travels between major stations with few or no intermediate stops

Example

The express train reached the destination in half the usual time.

快车以半小时到达目的地。

B2 verb /ɪnˈroʊl/

enroll

注册

Meaning

to officially join or register in a school, course, or organization

Example

He decided to enroll in a computer programming course.

他决定报名参加计算机编程课程。

B1 noun ɪˈkwɒl.ə.ti

equality

平等

Meaning

The state of being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities.

Example

Equality in education is a key goal.

教育中的平等是一个关键目标。

B2 adjective /ɪkˈsten.sɪv/

Extensive

广泛的; 大规模的; 广阔的

Meaning

covering or affecting a large area; comprehensive; wide-ranging

Example

The company conducted extensive research before launching the new product.

公司在推出新产品之前进行了广泛的研究。

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。

B1 adjective /ɪnˈtaɪər/

Entire

完整的; 完全的; 不分割的

Meaning

complete; whole; not divided or in parts

Example

She read the entire book in one sitting.

她一口气读完了整本书。

B2 verb /ɪˈvækjueɪt/

evacuate

撤离

Meaning

To remove people from a dangerous place to safety.

Example

The residents were ordered to evacuate the building after the fire alarm.

火警响后，居民们被命令撤离大楼。

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。

B2 adverb /ɪkˈskluːsɪvli/

exclusively

专门

Meaning

only; not shared with others

Example

This service is available exclusively to premium members.

此服务仅限于高级会员。

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。

B1 adjective /ɪˈnɔː.məs/

Enormous

巨大的; 庞大的; 异常大的

Meaning

very large in size, quantity, or extent; huge

Example

The elephant was enormous and weighed several tons.

大象非常巨大，重达几吨。

C2 adjective /ˈiːkwaɪn/

equine

与马有关的

Meaning

Relating to or resembling a horse.

Example

The veterinarian specialized in equine medicine.

兽医专门研究马医学。

C2 adjective /ɛɡˈzɪɡjuəs/

exiguous

稀缺

Meaning

small in amount; scanty or inadequate

Example

They survived on exiguous rations during the journey.

他们在旅途中依靠稀缺的口粮生存。

B1 noun /ˈaɪ.braʊ/

Eyebrow

眉毛

Meaning

the strip of hair growing on the ridge above the eye socket

Example

She raised her eyebrow in surprise.

她惊讶地抬起了眉毛。

C2 noun /ɪˈpɪsəl/

epistle

书信

Meaning

A letter, especially a formal or didactic one; often used for letters in the New Testament.

Example

He wrote a long epistle to his friend about his travels.

他写了一封长信给他的朋友，讲述了他的旅行。

B2 noun ɪˈmɪʃ.ən

emission

排放

Meaning

The release or discharge of gases, particles, or other substances into the environment.

Example

Car manufacturers are reducing carbon emissions.

汽车制造商正在减少碳排放。

B2 verb /ɪkˈstrækt/

extract

提取

Meaning

to remove or take out something, often with effort

Example

The dentist had to extract the damaged tooth.

牙医不得不提取受损的牙齿。

A2 adjective /ɪnˈdʒɔɪ.ə.bəl/

Enjoyable

愉快的; 令人愉悦的

Meaning

pleasant; giving satisfaction or pleasure

Example

The movie was very enjoyable and made everyone laugh.

这部电影非常愉快，让每个人都笑了。

C1 adjective /ˈɜːrstwaɪl/

erstwhile

曾经

Meaning

former or in the past

Example

They were erstwhile friends but no longer speak.

他们曾经是朋友，但现在不再交谈。

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。

A2 noun/verb /ɪkˈsperɪmənt/

experiment

实验

Meaning

a test or trial carried out to discover something or prove an idea

Example

The scientist conducted an experiment on plant growth.

科学家进行了一个关于植物生长的实验。

B2 verb /ɪˈnækt/

enact

制定

Meaning

to make into law; to perform or act out

Example

The government decided to enact a new policy on education.

政府决定制定一项关于教育的新政策。

C1 noun /ɛnˈdɔːr.fɪnz/

endorphins

内啡肽

Meaning

Chemical compounds produced by the brain that reduce pain and create feelings of happiness.

Example

Exercise releases endorphins, reducing stress and pain.

锻炼释放内啡肽，减轻压力和疼痛。

C2 adjective /ˌɛnkəˈmiːæstɪk/

encomiastic

赞美的

Meaning

Expressing praise; laudatory.

Example

The book was filled with encomiastic remarks about the author.

这本书充满了对作者的赞美评论。

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。

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 /ɪnˈdjʊə.rəns/

endurance

耐力

Meaning

The fact or power of enduring an unpleasant or difficult process or situation without giving way.

Example

Running a marathon requires exceptional endurance.

跑马拉松需要非凡的耐力。

C1 noun /ɪkˈstrɛmɪti/

extremity

极限

Meaning

The farthest point or limit of something; a severe or extreme condition.

Example

He was pushed to the extremity of his patience.

他被推到了耐心的极限。

B2 noun /ˈep.ɪk/

Epic

史诗

Meaning

a long poem telling of heroic deeds; something heroic or grand in scale

Example

The Iliad is one of the most famous epics in world literature.

《伊利亚特》是世界文学中最著名的史诗之一。

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。

A1 determiner/pronoun/conjunction/adverb /ˈaɪðər/ or /ˈiːðər/

either

任一

Meaning

Used to indicate a choice between two alternatives.

Example

You can either call me tonight or send me an email.

你可以今晚打电话给我，或者给我发电子邮件。

A1 adjective /ˈiːzi/

easy

简单

Meaning

not difficult; requiring little effort

Example

The exam was surprisingly easy.

考试出乎意料的简单。

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。

B1 verb /ɪɡˈzɪst/

exist

存在

Meaning

to have being or reality; to be present

Example

Dinosaurs existed millions of years ago.

恐龙在几百万年前就存在。