A2 preposition/conjunction /ɪkˈsɛpt/

except

除了

Meaning

not including; other than

Example

Everyone was invited except John.

每个人都被邀请，除了约翰。

C1 noun /ˈsɔːl.tɪd fɪʃ/

Salted fish

咸鱼

Meaning

fish preserved with salt; dried and salted fish for storage

Example

Salted fish is a traditional way to preserve seafood.

咸鱼是保存海鲜的传统方法。

C1 noun ˈrɛp.ə.twɑːr

repertoire

剧目

Meaning

A stock of plays, dances, or pieces that a company or a performer knows or is prepared to perform.

Example

The actor's repertoire includes both comedy and drama.

演员的剧目包括喜剧和戏剧。

C2 adjective /ɪɡˈnoʊ.bəl/

Ignoble

卑鄙; 可耻; 不光彩

Meaning

dishonorable; not noble in character; base or mean

Example

His ignoble actions betrayed his friends' trust.

他卑鄙的行为背叛了朋友的信任。

B2 noun /dɪˈpreʃ.ən/

Depression

抑郁症

Meaning

a mental health condition characterized by persistent sadness; a severe economic downturn

Example

The therapist helped her cope with depression through cognitive behavioral therapy.

治疗师通过认知行为疗法帮助她应对抑郁症。

C1 adjective /ˈplʌk.i/

plucky

勇敢

Meaning

having or showing courage and determination

Example

The plucky child rescued the kitten from the tree.

勇敢的孩子从树上救出了小猫。

C2 noun /ɪˈfʌldʒəns/

effulgence

光辉

Meaning

Brilliant radiance or shining brightness.

Example

The effulgence of the sunrise lit up the entire valley.

日出的光辉照亮了整个山谷。

C1 noun /fɑːrs/

farce

闹剧

Meaning

a comic dramatic work using buffoonery and horseplay, or a ridiculous situation

Example

The meeting turned into a complete farce with everyone arguing.

会议变成了一场彻底的闹剧，大家都在争论。

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 adjective /ˈbʌmblɪŋ/

bumbling

笨拙

Meaning

Acting in a clumsy, awkward, or confused way.

Example

The bumbling waiter spilled the drinks on the table.

那个笨拙的服务员把饮料撒在桌子上。

C2 verb /ˈkæn.tər/

canter

慢跑

Meaning

To ride a horse at a controlled, easy pace between a trot and a gallop.

Example

She cantered her horse across the field with ease.

她轻松地骑马穿过田野。

C2 noun/verb /ˈpɪləri/

pillory

公开惩罚装置

Meaning

a device for publicly punishing someone / to expose to public ridicule

Example

The corrupt official was placed in the pillory for the town to jeer at.

腐败的官员被放在皮洛里里让市民嘲笑。

B2 noun /ˈdʌklɪŋ/

duckling

Meaning

a young duck

Example

The mother duck led her ducklings to the pond.

B2 adjective /ʌnfəˈmɪl.jər/

Unfamiliar

不熟悉的; 陌生的

Meaning

not known or recognized; strange

Example

The city was unfamiliar to me since I had never been there before.

这座城市对我来说很陌生，因为我以前从未去过那里。

C1 verb /ˌmɪsˈriːd/

misread

误读

Meaning

to read something incorrectly or interpret wrongly

Example

He misread the instructions and built the shelf incorrectly.

他误读了指示，结果错误地建造了架子。

C2 noun /ˈkɒkskoʊm/

Cockscomb

公鸡冠花

Meaning

a tropical plant with bright, velvety flowers that resemble a rooster's comb

Example

The bright red cockscomb flowers added vibrant color to the garden bed.

鲜艳的红色公鸡冠花为花坛增添了生动的色彩。

C1 verb /ɪmˈplɔːr/

implore

Meaning

To beg someone earnestly or desperately to do something.

Example

She implored him to stay with her.

C1 adjective /ɪmˈpæʃənd/

impassioned

充满激情的

Meaning

Filled with or showing great emotion.

Example

She gave an impassioned speech about human rights.

她发表了关于人权的充满激情的演讲。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈbreɪkəbəl/

Unbreakable

不能被打破或损坏；非常强大和耐用

Meaning

not able to be broken or damaged; very strong and durable

Example

Their friendship formed an unbreakable bond.

他们的友谊形成了一个坚不可摧的纽带。

C1 noun /ˈprɒvɪdəns/

providence

神的眷顾

Meaning

the protective care of God or nature as a spiritual power; foresight or prudence

Example

They believed their survival was due to divine providence.

他们相信他们的生存归功于神的眷顾。

A2 noun /ˈeə.ri.ə/

area

Meaning

a particular region or space; the extent of a surface

Example

This area is known for its beautiful parks.

B1 noun /əˈsaɪnmənt/

assignment

任务

Meaning

a task or piece of work given to someone as part of their duties

Example

The students completed their homework assignment on time.

学生们按时完成了他们的家庭作业任务。

C1 noun ˌoʊ.vɚˈɡreɪ.zɪŋ

overgrazing

过度放牧

Meaning

The practice of allowing livestock to graze to the point of damaging vegetation.

Example

Overgrazing leads to soil erosion and loss of biodiversity.

过度放牧导致土壤侵蚀和生物多样性的丧失。

A2 noun/verb /meɪl/

mail

邮件 / 信件

Meaning

Letters, packages, or email messages sent or delivered to someone.

Example

I received an important letter in the mail.

我通过邮件收到了一个重要的信件。

C1 adjective /ʌnˈskeɪðd/

unscathed

毫发无损

Meaning

Without suffering any injury, damage, or harm.

Example

She escaped from the accident unscathed.

她毫发无损地逃离了事故。

A2 noun /dɪʃ/

Dish

盘子

Meaning

a shallow, flat-bottomed container for cooking or serving food; a particular variety or preparation of food served as part of a meal

Example

Please put the rice on the dish before serving.

请在上菜前将米饭放在盘子里。

B2 adjective /kənˈsek.jə.tɪv/

Consecutive

连续的

Meaning

following each other in uninterrupted succession; sequential

Example

She won three consecutive matches in the tournament.

她在比赛中赢得了三场连续的比赛。

B1 noun /ˈsʌb.stəns/

Substance

物质

Meaning

a particular kind of matter with uniform properties; the essential nature of something; material or content

Example

The scientist analyzed the unknown substance in the laboratory.

科学家在实验室分析了未知物质。

B2 noun /ˈʃʌtəl/

shuttle

在两个地点之间定期往返的交通工具

Meaning

a vehicle or craft that travels regularly between two places.

Example

The airport shuttle runs every 30 minutes.

机场接驳车每30分钟运行一次。

C1 noun ˈrez.ɪ.djuː

residue

残留物

Meaning

A small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been removed.

Example

Soap residue affects appliance efficiency.

肥皂残留物影响设备的效率。

B2 noun ˌreɪdɪˈeɪʃən

radiation

辐射

Meaning

The emission of energy as electromagnetic waves or as moving subatomic particles.

Example

Radiation from the sun can be harmful without protection.

太阳的辐射没有保护可能是有害的。

C1 noun /kənˈstɪtʃuənsi/

constituency

选区

Meaning

A geographical area whose residents elect a representative to a legislative body.

Example

She campaigned tirelessly across her constituency.

她在自己的选区内不知疲倦地竞选。

C2 noun /ɪnˈɡrætɪˌtjuːd/

ingratitude

忘恩负义

Meaning

Lack of gratitude; failure to show thanks or appreciation.

Example

His ingratitude hurt her feelings after all she had done for him.

他的忘恩负义伤害了她的感情，尽管她为他做了这么多。

C2 adjective /ˈpɑːrtəbl/

partible

可分割的

Meaning

capable of being divided or separated

Example

The estate was partible among the heirs.

这项财产可以在继承人之间分割。

B2 adjective /ɪkˈsploʊsɪv/

explosive

爆炸性

Meaning

able to cause an explosion; likely to burst out suddenly

Example

The situation became explosive after the argument.

争论后局势变得爆炸性。

C2 noun /ˌθɜː.məʊˈdʒen.ɪ.sɪs/

thermogenesis

热量生产过程

Meaning

The process of heat production in living organisms, often associated with burning calories and energy expenditure.

Example

Spicy foods can enhance thermogenesis and calorie burning.

辛辣食物可以增强热生热和卡路里燃烧。

C1 noun /ˈplez.ən.tri/

Pleasantry

客套话

Meaning

a remark made in order to be polite or friendly; light conversation or jokes

Example

They exchanged pleasantries before the meeting began.

他们在会议开始前交换了客套话。

B2 noun /ˈrest.ləs.nəs/

Restlessness

不安

Meaning

the inability to rest or relax as a result of anxiety or boredom

Example

His restlessness during the long meeting was obvious to everyone.

在长时间的会议中，他的不安对每个人都很明显。

A1 adjective /raʊnd/

round

圆形的

Meaning

having a circular shape; shaped like a sphere or disk

Example

The table was round and had a smooth surface.

桌子是圆形的，表面光滑。

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。

B2 verb prəˈlɔŋd

prolonged

延长

Meaning

Extended in duration; made to last longer than usual.

Example

Modern medicine has prolonged life expectancy.

现代医学延长了预期寿命。

C1 adjective /rɪˈsɛptɪv/

receptive

善于接受

Meaning

Willing to listen to or accept new ideas, suggestions, or experiences.

Example

She was receptive to feedback from her colleagues.

她对同事们的反馈持开放态度。

B1 noun səˈplaɪ

supply

供应。供给。

Meaning

A stock or amount of something supplied or available for use.

Example

Supply chains ensure resource availability.

供应链确保资源的可用性。

A2 adjective /ˈɛkstrə/

extra

额外的

Meaning

More than what is usual, expected, or necessary

Example

She brought some extra food for the picnic.

她为野餐带来了额外的食物。

C1 noun /sɪr/

seer

预言者

Meaning

A person who is supposed to be able to see what will happen in the future; a prophet.

Example

The seer predicted a great change in the kingdom.

预言者预测了王国的重大变化。

C1 noun /ɪˈnɜː.ʃə/

Inertia

惯性；缺乏活动

Meaning

a tendency to do nothing or remain unchanged; lack of activity or movement

Example

The team's inertia prevented them from adapting to the rapidly changing market conditions.

团队的惯性阻止了他们适应迅速变化的市场条件。

C2 adjective /ləˈsɪviəs/

lascivious

淫荡

Meaning

showing an overt and often offensive sexual desire

Example

The lascivious remarks made everyone uncomfortable.

那些淫荡的评论让每个人都感到不舒服。

C1 verb /ˈɡlɔːrɪfaɪ/

glorify

美化

Meaning

to praise or honor someone or something; to make something seem better than it is

Example

The movie glorifies war heroes.

电影美化了战争英雄。

B1 adjective /rɔː/

Raw

生的; 未处理的; 自然状态; 没有经验的

Meaning

uncooked; not processed; in natural state; inexperienced

Example

The chef prefers to use raw vegetables in his salads.

厨师喜欢在沙拉中使用生蔬菜。

C2 noun, adjective /klɛərˈvɔɪənt/

clairvoyant

Meaning

a person who claims to have clairvoyance; having the ability to see beyond normal senses

Example

The clairvoyant predicted that she would travel abroad soon.

C1 noun ˌsɪs.təˈmæt.ɪk ˈstræt.ə.dʒi

systematic strategy

系统策略

Meaning

A methodical and organized plan or approach to achieve specific objectives.

Example

A systematic strategy was employed to achieve objectives.

采取了系统策略来实现目标。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈriːdəbl/

unreadable

难以辨认的

Meaning

not able to be read or understood clearly; illegible

Example

The doctor’s handwriting was completely unreadable.

医生的字迹完全难以辨认。

C2 noun /ˈwɒrən/

warren

兔子洞的网络

Meaning

A network of interconnected rabbit burrows; also used metaphorically for a densely populated building or district.

Example

The old part of the city is a warren of narrow streets.

这座城市的老部分是一个狭窄街道的网络。

B2 verb /suː/

sue

起诉

Meaning

to bring a lawsuit against someone in a court of law

Example

She decided to sue the company for damages.

她决定起诉公司要求赔偿。

C1 noun,verb /pleɪt/

plait

辫子

Meaning

a braid of hair or straw; to braid

Example

She decided to plait her hair before the party.

她决定在派对前编织她的头发。

B2 adjective /praɪm/

prime

首要的, 重要的

Meaning

Of the best quality; most important; peak condition.

Example

She is in the prime of her career.

她处于事业的巅峰时刻。

C1 adjective /ˈbaɪtɪŋ/

Biting

咬; 刺骨寒冷; 尖锐的批评

Meaning

extremely cold; sharply critical or harsh

Example

The biting cold made everyone shiver.

刺骨的寒冷让所有人都颤抖了。

A2 adjective /laɪt ɡriːn/

Light green

浅绿色

Meaning

a pale shade of green color; not dark green

Example

She wore a light green dress to the garden party.

她穿着一条浅绿色的裙子去参加花园聚会。

B2 noun /kənˈstɪtʃ.u.ənts/

constituents

组成部分

Meaning

Components or elements used to create something.

Example

Proteins and vitamins are essential constituents of a healthy diet.

蛋白质和维生素是健康饮食的重要组成部分。

B2 adverb /ɪˈsɛnʃəli/

essentially

本质上

Meaning

Used to emphasize the basic or fundamental nature of something.

Example

The two plans are essentially the same.

这两个计划本质上是相同的。

A2 noun /ˈæθliːt/

athlete

运动员

Meaning

a person who is trained or skilled in physical exercises, sports, or games requiring strength, agility, or stamina

Example

The athlete trained hard for the upcoming Olympic Games.

运动员为即将到来的奥林匹克运动会进行了艰苦训练。

B1 noun /ˈsɜːvənt/

servant

仆人

Meaning

a person who performs duties for others, especially in a household

Example

The servant opened the door for the guests.

仆人为客人开门。

C1 verb /səˈlɪdəˌfaɪ/

solidify

巩固

Meaning

To make something firm, strong, or more certain.

Example

The company solidified its position in the market.

公司巩固了其在市场中的地位。

B2 noun /braʊ/

brow

额头

Meaning

the part of the face above the eyes; forehead

Example

She wiped the sweat from her brow.

她擦去了额头上的汗水。

A2 verb /swɪm/

swim

游泳

Meaning

to move through water using body movements

Example

I love to swim in the ocean during summer.

我喜欢在夏天在海洋中游泳。

C2 noun /ˈoʊ.vər.let/

Overlet

床垫

Meaning

a thin mattress or pad placed over a bed for additional comfort

Example

The overlet makes the bed more comfortable to sleep on.

欧弗雷特使床铺更适合睡觉。

B1 noun ˈseʃən

session

会议

Meaning

A meeting of an official body, especially a legislature, council, or court of law, to conduct its business.

Example

The session was held on February 25.

会议于2月25日举行。

C2 noun /ˈskæb.ərd/

scabbard

剑鞘

Meaning

A sheath for the blade of a sword or dagger, typically made of leather or metal.

Example

The knight drew his sword from the scabbard.

骑士从剑鞘中拔出了剑。

C1 noun ˌdaɪvɜːsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən

diversification

多样化

Meaning

The practice of spreading investments across various assets or sectors to reduce risk.

Example

Diversification helps to reduce investment risk.

多样化有助于降低投资风险。

B2 verb /fliː/

flee

逃跑

Meaning

To run away from danger or a threatening situation.

Example

The villagers had to flee during the flood.

村民们在洪水期间不得不逃离。

B2 verb /blɪŋk/

blink

眨眼

Meaning

to close and open the eyes quickly.

Example

She blinked rapidly to clear the dust from her eyes.

她迅速眨眼清除眼中的灰尘。

A2 noun, verb /raʊ/ (argument), /roʊ/ (line of things)

row

排 / 争吵

Meaning

A line of things or people; also, a noisy quarrel; to propel a boat with oars.

Example

They had a loud row about money.

他们就钱大声争吵。

B1 verb /ˈdʒɛnəreɪt/

generate

Meaning

to produce or create something

Example

The machine generates electricity.

B2 adverb /ˈsʌbsɪkwəntli/

subsequently

随后

Meaning

at a later time; afterward

Example

He failed his exam and subsequently had to retake it.

他没有通过考试，随后不得不重考。

C1 adjective /ˈθrɪfti/

thrifty

节俭

Meaning

using money and resources carefully and not wastefully

Example

She is very thrifty and always saves money for the future.

她非常节俭，总是为未来存钱。

B2 noun /ˈsɪnəmən/

Cinnamon

肉桂

Meaning

aromatic spice obtained from the inner bark of several tree species

Example

Cinnamon is often used in baking and desserts.

肉桂常用于烘焙和甜点中。

B2 adjective /ˈɛθnɪk/

ethnic

民族的

Meaning

relating to a population subgroup with a common national or cultural tradition

Example

The festival celebrated the city's diverse ethnic communities.

这个节日庆祝了城市中各种民族的社区。

C1 verb, noun /mʊər/

moor

停泊 / 开阔的土地

Meaning

As a verb: to tie a ship so that it stays in place. As a noun: open, uncultivated land.

Example

The sailors moored the ship at the dock.

水手们把船停泊在码头。

C1 noun /ˈmeɪniæk/

maniac

疯子

Meaning

a person who behaves in a wildly foolish, dangerous, or violent way

Example

The driver was speeding like a maniac.

司机像疯子一样开车。

B2 adjective /ɔːˈθen.tɪk/

Authentic

真实的; 真实; 不虚假

Meaning

genuine; real; not fake or copied

Example

The museum displays only authentic artifacts from ancient civilizations.

博物馆只展示来自古代文明的真实文物。

A2 noun /reɪs/

race

比赛

Meaning

a competition of speed, or a group of people with similar characteristics

Example

The race was very exciting, with many competitors.

比赛非常激动人心，有许多参赛者。

C1 noun /ˈbaɪ.lɔː/

by-law

地方性法规

Meaning

A rule made by a company, organization, or local authority to control the actions of its members.

Example

The city council passed a new by-law regulating street vendors.

市议会通过了一项新的地方法规，规范街头小贩。

B1 verb /pɔːr/

pour

倒

Meaning

to flow or cause to flow in a steady stream; to rain heavily

Example

Please pour the water into the glass carefully.

请小心地把水倒入玻璃杯。

B1 adjective /ˈʌpər/

upper

上层

Meaning

higher in position or rank

Example

The upper floor of the building is under renovation.

建筑物的上层正在翻修。

C2 adjective /ˈsɒmnələnt/

somnolent

昏昏欲睡

Meaning

Sleepy or drowsy; causing a desire to sleep.

Example

The somnolent lecture made half the class fall asleep.

那堂昏昏欲睡的讲座让一半的班级都睡着了。

C2 noun /ˈhaʊsˌbreɪkɪŋ/

housebreaking

入室盗窃

Meaning

the crime of breaking into a house with intent to steal

Example

The thief was arrested for housebreaking.

小偷因入室盗窃被捕。

B1 adjective /ɑːrmd/

armed

武装的

Meaning

equipped with or carrying weapons

Example

The bank was robbed by armed men.

银行被武装分子抢劫了。

B2 verb /ˈskætər/

scatter

散播

Meaning

to spread or throw around in different directions

Example

The wind scattered the leaves across the yard.

风把叶子撒到院子里。

C1 noun ˌdʒiːəˈlɒdʒɪkəl ˈstrʌktʃər

geological structure

地质结构

Meaning

The arrangement and composition of rocks, minerals, and landforms in the Earth's crust.

Example

Scientists will study the Moon's geological structure.

科学家将研究月球的地质结构。

B2 adjective /ˈvɜː.sə.taɪl/

versatile

多才多艺

Meaning

Able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities; having many uses or applications.

Example

He is a versatile musician who can play multiple instruments.

他是一个多才多艺的音乐家，能演奏多种乐器。

B2 adjective /ˈlækɪŋ/

lacking

缺乏

Meaning

not having enough of something; missing

Example

His report was lacking in detail.

他的报告缺少细节。

C1 verb /ˈvɪktɪmaɪz/

victimize

迫害

Meaning

To make someone a victim, often by treating them unfairly or cruelly.

Example

The corrupt officials victimized the poor villagers.

腐败的官员对贫困的村民进行了迫害。

C1 adjective /ˈmæliəbl̩/

malleable

易于塑形

Meaning

Easily shaped or influenced; capable of being bent or adapted.

Example

Gold is a highly malleable metal used in jewelry.

黄金是一种非常易于塑形的金属，用于珠宝制作。

B1 noun /ˈɪnkʌm/

income

收入

Meaning

money received for work or through investments

Example

His monthly income is enough to support his family.

他的月收入足以养家糊口。

C2 adjective /ˈhaɪd.baʊnd/

hidebound

Meaning

unwilling or unable to change because of tradition or convention

Example

He is too hidebound to accept new ideas.

C1 adjective /ʌnˈɜːrθli/

unearthly

超自然的

Meaning

Strange or unnatural in a way that seems not of this world

Example

The forest was filled with an unearthly glow.

森林中充满了超自然的光辉。

C1 verb, noun /ˈbreɪnˌwɒʃ/

brainwash

洗脑

Meaning

to manipulate someone into adopting certain beliefs by repeated pressure or propaganda; the act or process of such manipulation

Example

The group tried to brainwash new members with constant propaganda.

这个组织试图给新成员洗脑。

C2 noun /ɪˈmɛtɪk/

emetic

呕吐药

Meaning

a substance that causes vomiting

Example

The doctor administered an emetic to remove the poison.

医生给病人使用了呕吐药以清除毒素。

B2 noun /ˌref.jʊˈdʒiː/

Refugee

难民

Meaning

a person who has been forced to leave their country in order to escape war, persecution, or natural disaster

Example

The refugee camp provided temporary shelter for thousands of displaced families.

难民营为成千上万的流离失所的家庭提供了临时庇护。

B2 verb /kənˈsoʊl/

console

安慰

Meaning

to comfort someone who is sad or disappointed; to provide solace

Example

She tried to console her friend after the loss.

她试图在失落后安慰她的朋友。

B1 noun /praɪˈɔːr.ə.ti/

Priority

优先级

Meaning

something that is more important than other things and needs attention first

Example

Health should be our top priority.

健康应该是我们最优先考虑的事项。

C2 noun /ˈlɪmərɪk/

limerick

一种幽默的五行诗

Meaning

a humorous five-line poem with a specific rhythm and rhyme scheme (AABBA).

Example

She recited a funny limerick at the party.

她在派对上背诵了一首有趣的利梅里克。

B1 adverb /ˈfʊli/

fully

完全

Meaning

completely or entirely; to the fullest extent

Example

She is fully aware of the risks.

她完全意识到这些风险。

C1 noun /ˈpɒpjʊləs/

populace

民众

Meaning

the general public; the ordinary people living in a country or area

Example

The new law was welcomed by the local populace.

新法律受到了当地居民的欢迎。

C1 adjective /ˈheɪ.nəs/

Heinous

恶劣

Meaning

extremely wicked or evil; abominable; morally reprehensible

Example

The heinous crime shocked the entire community.

那起恶劣的罪行震惊了整个社区。

B1 adverb /ˈæftərwərd/

afterward

之后

Meaning

at a later time; subsequently

Example

We went to dinner and watched a movie afterward.

我们去吃了晚餐，然后看了一部电影。

C2 adjective /ɪˈlɪʒən/

elysian

天堂的

Meaning

Relating to or characteristic of paradise; delightful and heavenly.

Example

They spent an elysian week on the quiet island.

他们在宁静的岛屿上度过了一个天堂般的星期。

C1 noun /ræmˈbuːtən/

Rambutan

红毛丹

Meaning

a tropical fruit with red spiky skin and white translucent sweet flesh similar to litchi

Example

The rambutan looks scary with its hairy skin but tastes very sweet inside.

红毛丹看起来很吓人，毛茸茸的皮肤，但里面的味道非常甜。

B1 noun /ˈlɪk.wɪd/

Liquid

液体

Meaning

a substance that flows freely but is of constant volume, having a consistency like that of water or oil

Example

Water is a liquid at room temperature.

水在常温下是液体。

B1 adjective /ɑːrˈtɪstɪk/

artistic

艺术的

Meaning

having or revealing natural creative skill

Example

She has an artistic sense of design.

她有艺术的设计感。

C2 adjective /pərˈspɪkjuəs/

perspicuous

清晰

Meaning

Clearly expressed and easily understood; lucid.

Example

The teacher gave a perspicuous explanation of the theory.

老师给出了关于理论的清晰解释。

A1 verb /ˌʌndərˈstænd/

understand

理解

Meaning

to know the meaning of something; to comprehend

Example

Do you understand the instructions?

你理解这些指示吗?

C2 noun /ˈfriːˌθɪŋkər/

freethinker

自由思想者

Meaning

A person who forms opinions based on reason and independent thought rather than tradition or authority.

Example

Voltaire was considered a great freethinker of his time.

伏尔泰被认为是他时代伟大的自由思想家。

B2 verb /ɪnˈkwaɪər/

inquire

询问

Meaning

to ask; to investigate

Example

She inquired about the job opening.

她询问了职位空缺。

C2 noun /læŋ'ɡʊər/

Langoor

长尾猴

Meaning

a long-tailed monkey found in Asia, especially India and Southeast Asia

Example

The langoor was sitting on the tree branch eating fruits.

那只长尾猴正坐在树枝上吃水果。

C1 noun, verb /əˈsɛnt/

assent

同意

Meaning

To agree to something, especially after careful consideration; an expression of approval.

Example

She nodded her head in silent assent.

她默默地点了点头。

B2 noun /raɪˈnɒs.ər.əs/

Rhinoceros

犀牛

Meaning

a large, heavy animal with thick skin and one or two horns on its nose

Example

The rhinoceros charged through the grassland.

犀牛冲过草原。

C2 adjective /ˈspɔːrtɪv/

sportive

运动的

Meaning

Playful, lively, or full of fun.

Example

The children were in a sportive mood during the picnic.

孩子们在野餐时都很运动。

B1 noun, verb /ˈlaɪsəns/

license

许可证 / 许可

Meaning

A legal permission to do something (noun); to grant such permission (verb).

Example

You must have a driving license to operate a car legally.

您必须拥有驾驶执照才能合法开车。

B2 adjective /ɪɡˈzɔː.stɪd/

exhausted

筋疲力尽

Meaning

Extremely tired; having no energy left.

Example

Feeling exhausted after waking up is common.

醒来后感到筋疲力尽是很常见的。

C2 noun /ˈboʊsən/

boatswain

甲板长

Meaning

a ship's officer in charge of equipment and the crew

Example

The boatswain supervised the sailors on deck.

波茨温监督甲板上的水手。