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B2 adjective /ˈɡraʊndɪd/

grounded

脚踏实地
Meaning
Well balanced and sensible; having a sound basis in reality or fact.
Example
Staying grounded during difficult situations helps with resilience.
在困难的情况下保持脚踏实地有助于增强韧性。
C1 adjective /ˈməʊltən/

molten

熔化的
Meaning
Made into liquid by heat; melted.
Example
The blacksmith poured molten metal into the mold.
铁匠把熔化的金属倒入模具中。
C2 noun /ˈɡʊrmənd/

gourmand

美食家
Meaning
A person who enjoys eating a lot or has a great appetite for food.
Example
As a true gourmand, he never missed an opportunity to try new dishes.
作为一名真正的美食家，他从不放过尝试新菜肴的机会。
C1 adjective/noun /ˈkɜːrsɪv/

cursive

斜体字
Meaning
Written with characters joined together in a flowing manner.
Example
The teacher asked students to write the essay in cursive handwriting.
老师让学生用斜体字写作文。
B2 noun (plural) /ˈɑːrtɪˌfæks/

artifacts

文物
Meaning
objects made by humans, often of historical or cultural importance
Example
Archaeologists discovered valuable artifacts in the ruins.
考古学家在废墟中发现了宝贵的文物。
B2 adjective /rɪˈlaɪ.ənt/

reliant

依赖的
Meaning
depending on someone or something for support
Example
The country is too reliant on imported goods.
这个国家过于依赖进口商品。
B2 adjective /ˈærəɡənt/

Arrogant

傲慢; 自大
Meaning
having an exaggerated sense of one's importance; proud
Example
His arrogant behavior made him very unpopular.
他傲慢的行为让他变得非常不受欢迎。
A2 adjective /ˈsɛvrəl/

several

几个
Meaning
more than one but not many; a few
Example
Several people attended the meeting yesterday.
几个昨天参加了会议的人。
B1 noun /ˈɡɪvər/

giver

给予者
Meaning
a person who gives something
Example
She was always a generous giver to charity.
她总是慈善事业的慷慨给者。
C1 noun /ˈkleɪmənt/

claimant

索赔人
Meaning
a person who makes a claim, especially in a legal or financial context
Example
The claimant filed for compensation after the accident.
索赔人事故后申请赔偿。
C1 adjective /juːˈbɪkwɪtəs/

ubiquitous

无处不在
Meaning
Existing or being everywhere at the same time.
Example
Social media has become ubiquitous among young people.
社交媒体在年轻人中变得无处不在。
B2 noun ˌbaɪ.oʊ.dɪˈvɝː.sə.t̬i

biodiversity

生物多样性
Meaning
The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.
Example
Rainforests are home to immense biodiversity.
雨林是巨大的生物多样性的家园。
C1 noun /ˌmiːdɪˈeɪʃən/

mediation

调解
Meaning
Intervention between parties to promote reconciliation, settlement, or compromise.
Example
The mediation helped resolve the conflict between the two teams.
调解帮助解决了两队之间的冲突。
A1 adjective /ˈbɪɡɪst/

biggest

最大的
Meaning
largest in size, amount, degree, or importance; superlative form of big
Example
This is the biggest challenge we have ever faced.
这是我们面临过的最大挑战。
B2 noun /ˈhæb.ɪ.tæt/

habitat

栖息地
Meaning
The natural environment where an organism lives and meets its needs.
Example
The polar bear's natural habitat is the Arctic region.
北极熊的自然栖息地是北极地区。
C1 verb /ˈkɒnfɪskeɪt/

confiscate

Meaning
to take something away officially, often as a punishment
Example
The teacher confiscated the student's phone during class.
C1 noun /speɪt/

spate

浪潮
Meaning
a large number of things occurring in quick succession
Example
There has been a spate of robberies in the city.
在城市中发生了一系列盗窃事件。
C1 phrase ˌbaɪ.oʊ.daɪˈvɜː.sɪ.ti ˌprez.əˈveɪ.ʃən

biodiversity preservation

生物多样性保护
Meaning
The protection and conservation of the variety of life in all its forms, including different species, genetic diversity, and ecosystems.
Example
Biodiversity preservation is critical for ecological balance.
生物多样性保护对生态平衡至关重要。
A2 adjective /loʊ/

low

低
Meaning
Small in amount, degree, or position; not high.
Example
The river is at its lowest level in years.
这条河已经多年处于最低水平。
A2 adjective /ˈkɒmɪk/

comic

喜剧的
Meaning
causing or meant to cause laughter
Example
The movie had several comic scenes.
这部电影有几个喜剧场景。
C2 noun /ɡlʌt/

glut

供应过剩
Meaning
An excessive supply of something; more than is needed.
Example
There was a glut of cheap smartphones in the market.
市场上有过多的廉价智能手机。
B2 adjective, noun /ˈsɪŋɡjələr/

singular

非凡 / 单数
Meaning
Remarkable, extraordinary; or grammatical form referring to one person or thing.
Example
She has a singular talent for painting.
她在绘画方面有非凡的才华。
B2 adjective /kəmˈpærətɪv/

Comparative

比较的
Meaning
involving comparison between two or more things; relative
Example
The study showed comparative results between different teaching methods.
研究显示了不同教学方法之间的比较结果。
C1 adjective ʌnˈmætʃt

unmatched

无与伦比
Meaning
Not equaled or rivaled by any other; without equal.
Example
The freedom fighters showed unmatched bravery.
自由战士们展示了无与伦比的勇气。
C1 verb ɪˈmɜːrs

immerse

沉浸
Meaning
To involve oneself deeply in a particular activity or interest; to surround completely.
Example
Immerse yourself in the new language.
沉浸在新的语言中。
B2 adjective /sɑːrˈkæstɪk/

sarcastic

讽刺的
Meaning
Using irony or mockery to convey contempt or humor.
Example
She made a sarcastic remark about his cooking.
她对他的烹饪做了一个讽刺的评论。
B2 verb /prəˈvoʊk/

provoke

挑衅
Meaning
To cause someone to become angry or to cause a reaction.
Example
His words provoked a heated argument.
他的话引发了一场激烈的争论。
A2 verb /kəmˈpleɪn/

complain

抱怨
Meaning
to express dissatisfaction or annoyance about something
Example
He often complains about the noise in the neighborhood.
他经常抱怨邻里的噪音。
A1 noun /zuː/

Zoo

动物园
Meaning
an establishment that maintains a collection of wild animals for study, conservation, or display to the public
Example
We visited the zoo to see the lions and elephants.
我们参观了动物园，看到了狮子和大象。
C1 adjective /ˈsɪlkən/

Silken

丝绸的; 柔软的; 光滑的;
Meaning
made of silk; smooth and soft like silk
Example
She wore a beautiful silken dress to the party.
她穿了一件漂亮的丝绸裙子去参加聚会。
C2 noun /ˈprɪvɪti/

privity

私密关系, 合同关系
Meaning
A close, private, or special relationship; in law, the direct connection between parties to a contract.
Example
There was no privity of contract between the supplier and the customer.
供应商和客户之间没有合同关系。
C2 adjective /ˈbʌmpʃəs/

bumptious

自负的
Meaning
Arrogantly self-assertive or conceited.
Example
The bumptious student interrupted the teacher several times.
那个自负的学生打断了老师好几次。
B2 noun ˈbaɪ.əʊˌfjuː.əl

biofuel

生物燃料
Meaning
A fuel derived immediately from living matter, as opposed to fossil fuels derived from long-dead biological matter.
Example
Biofuels reduce dependence on conventional energy sources.
生物燃料减少了对传统能源来源的依赖。
A2 adjective /ɡriːk/

greek

希腊的 (与希腊相关)
Meaning
relating to Greece, its people, or its language
Example
We enjoyed delicious Greek food at the restaurant.
我们在餐馆享用了美味的希腊食物。
B1 adjective /ˈɪnəsənt/

Innocent

无辜的; 纯洁的; 无害的
Meaning
free from guilt or sin; pure; harmless; naive
Example
The innocent child had no idea that her parents were planning a surprise party.
那个无辜的孩子不知道她的父母正在策划一个惊喜派对。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpɜːrsənl/

impersonal

非个人化
Meaning
not influenced by, showing, or involving personal feelings; lacking human warmth or emotion
Example
The letter was written in a very impersonal style.
信件是以非常非个人化的风格写的。
C1 noun məˈriːn ˈsɜː.veɪ

marine survey

海洋勘测
Meaning
A systematic examination of the sea, seabed, and underwater features for the purpose of making maps or gathering other information.
Example
The marine survey identified the ideal cable routes.
海洋勘测确定了理想的电缆路线。
A2 adjective /kənˈfjuːzɪŋ/

confusing

令人困惑的
Meaning
causing someone to be unable to think clearly or understand; difficult to comprehend
Example
The instructions were confusing and hard to follow.
这些说明令人困惑，很难遵循。
C1 noun /stɪˈlɛtoʊ/

stiletto

细高跟鞋 / 匕首
Meaning
A small, thin, high-heeled shoe or a dagger with a slender blade.
Example
She wore elegant stiletto heels to the party.
她穿着优雅的细高跟鞋去参加派对。
B2 adjective /ˈdʒʌm.boʊ/

Jumbo

极其大; 巨大
Meaning
exceptionally large; enormous; gigantic
Example
The jumbo jet was delayed at the airport.
巨型喷气机在机场延误。
C1 noun /ˌɪnklɪˈneɪʃən/

inclination

倾向
Meaning
A natural tendency or urge to act or feel in a particular way.
Example
She has an inclination towards helping others.
她有帮助他人的倾向。
C1 noun /ˈsteɪ.ʃən.ər/

Stationer

文具商
Meaning
a person who sells paper, pens, pencils, and other office supplies
Example
The stationer recommended the best pens for writing exams.
文具商推荐了最适合考试的钢笔。
B2 adjective /ˈpær.ə.lel/

Parallel

平行
Meaning
side by side and having the same distance continuously between them; similar or corresponding
Example
The two roads run parallel to each other for several miles.
这两条道路在好几英里内平行。
B1 noun /ˈɛlɪmənt/

element

元素
Meaning
A basic or essential part of something; a simple substance that cannot be broken down further.
Example
Trust is a key element of any strong relationship.
信任是任何强大关系的关键元素。
C1 noun /twɪt/

Twit

傻瓜; 嘲笑
Meaning
a silly or foolish person; to tease or make fun of someone
Example
Don't be such a twit and listen carefully.
不要做傻瓜，仔细听。
B1 verb /fel/

fell

砍倒, 伐木
Meaning
to cut down a tree; to cause to fall; to strike down
Example
The lumberjacks felled several trees in the forest today.
伐木工今天在森林里砍倒了几棵树。
C1 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈfɛnsəbl̩/

indefensible

无法辩护
Meaning
not able to be protected or justified
Example
The minister’s remarks were considered indefensible by the public.
部长的言论被公众视为无法辩护。
C1 verb /dɪˈteɪn/

detain

Meaning
to keep someone from proceeding; to hold back, especially by official authority
Example
The police detained the suspect for questioning.
B2 adverb /ˈneɪmli/

Namely

即; 特别是;
Meaning
that is to say; specifically; to be precise
Example
Three cities, namely Paris, London, and Rome, were visited.
三个城市，即巴黎、伦敦和罗马，被参观。
C1 noun /ˈfɔːrmən/

foreman

负责一组工人的人，特别是在工厂或建筑工地上
Meaning
a person in charge of a group of workers, especially in a factory or construction site
Example
The foreman supervised the workers on the construction site.
工头在建筑工地上监督工人。
B2 adjective /ˌfjuːtʃəˈrɪstɪk/

futuristic

未来主义的
Meaning
Having or involving very modern technology or design that is advanced beyond what is currently available
Example
Futuristic technologies are transforming industries worldwide.
未来主义技术正在改变全球的行业。
C1 noun /ˈhɑː.mə.nɪm/

homonym

同音异义词
Meaning
A word that is spelled and pronounced like another word but has a different meaning.
Example
The word 'bat' is a homonym because it can mean an animal or a sports tool.
'蝙蝠'这个词是一个同音异义词，因为它可以指代动物或运动器材。
C2 noun /ˈpætrɪsaɪd/

patricide

弑父
Meaning
The act of killing one's own father.
Example
The ancient myth describes a son committing patricide to take the throne.
古老的神话描述了一位儿子为了登上王位而弑父。
B2 noun /kənˈsʌmp.ʃən/

Consumption

消费
Meaning
The using up of a resource or the amount of a product consumed by consumers.
Example
High energy consumption leads to increased electricity bills.
高能耗导致电费增加。
C2 noun /sælv/

salve

药膏
Meaning
An ointment used to promote healing of the skin or as protection.
Example
She applied a salve to the burn on her hand.
她在手上的烧伤处涂抹了药膏。
C1 noun /ˈɪn.trə.vɜːrt/

introvert

内向
Meaning
A person who tends to be shy and prefers spending time alone rather than in groups.
Example
As an introvert, he preferred reading over attending parties.
作为一个内向的人，他更喜欢读书而不是参加派对。
C1 noun /ˈkwɪk.sænd/

Quick-sand

流沙
Meaning
loose wet sand that yields easily to pressure and sucks in anything on its surface
Example
The explorer got trapped in quicksand while crossing the desert.
探险家在穿越沙漠时被流沙困住。
C1 noun /trækt/

tract

地块
Meaning
an area of land; a system of organs in the body; a written pamphlet
Example
The forest tract was preserved as a wildlife sanctuary.
这片森林被保存为野生动物保护区。
B2 noun /ˈmænʃən/

mansion

幸福
Meaning
a large, impressive house
Example
The billionaire lives in a luxurious mansion overlooking the ocean.
她无法掩饰收到奖项时的幸福感。
C1 verb /rɪˈtælieɪt/

retaliate

报复
Meaning
to make an attack in return for a similar attack
Example
The army retaliated after the enemy attack.
军队在敌人的攻击后进行了报复。
C2 adjective /səˈɡeɪ.ʃəs/

sagacious

贤明
Meaning
Having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgment; wise.
Example
His sagacious leadership saved the company from failure.
他的贤明领导力使公司免于失败。
B2 noun /ˈmɪz.ər.i/

Misery

痛苦; 极度贫困; 折磨
Meaning
Great mental or physical suffering; extreme unhappiness or distress
Example
The poor family lived in complete misery after losing their home.
失去家园后，这个贫困家庭生活在极度痛苦中。
B1 noun ˈbaʊndəri

boundary

边界
Meaning
A line that marks the limits of an area; a dividing line.
Example
The river marks the boundary.
河流标记边界。
B2 adjective /ʃɪər/

Sheer

完全的; 绝对的; 透明的; 非常陡峭
Meaning
complete; absolute; transparent; very steep
Example
It was sheer luck that we found the place.
这是纯粹的运气，我们找到了这个地方。
C2 adjective /əˈkɜːrsɪd/

accursed

诅咒的
Meaning
Doomed, detestable, or under a curse.
Example
The villagers avoided the accursed house on the hill.
村民们避开了山上的诅咒房子。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtlʊk/

outlook

前景, 预测
Meaning
a person's general attitude or view; a forecast or prospect
Example
The economic outlook for the year is positive.
今年的经济前景是积极的。
B2 verb /kənˈfaɪd/

confide

Meaning
To tell someone about a secret or private matter while trusting them not to repeat it.
Example
He confided his worries to his best friend.
B1 noun /ˈbʌb.əl/

bubble

气泡
Meaning
a thin sphere of liquid enclosing air or gas; a temporary state of inflated value or excitement
Example
The children chased the bubbles in the air.
孩子们在空中追逐气泡。
C2 noun /ɪˌluːmɪˈnɑːti/

illuminati

光明会
Meaning
a group of people claiming to have special enlightenment or secret knowledge, often linked to conspiracies
Example
Many conspiracy theories involve the Illuminati as a secret world-controlling group.
许多阴谋论涉及光明会，认为它是一个秘密的、控制世界的组织。
C2 adjective /ˌhɜːrkjʊˈliːən/

herculean

极其困难
Meaning
Requiring great strength or effort; very difficult to perform.
Example
It was a herculean task to rebuild the city after the disaster.
灾难后重建城市是一项极其困难的任务。
B2 verb /kənˈsɜːrv/

conserve

节约
Meaning
to protect something from harm or destruction; to use resources carefully to avoid waste
Example
We must conserve water during the dry season.
我们必须在干旱季节节约水。
A2 noun /ˈrɛkɔːd/

record

记录
Meaning
a written or spoken account of something
Example
I kept a record of all the meetings.
我记录了所有的会议。
B2 verb /pæt/

pat

Meaning
to touch someone or something gently, often to show affection or approval
Example
She gently patted the dog on its head.
C1 adjective /ʌnˈduː/

Undue

过度的; 不适当的; 超过必要或适当的
Meaning
excessive; inappropriate; more than is necessary or proper
Example
The teacher complained about undue pressure from parents.
老师抱怨家长施加的过度压力。
C1 adjective /tɜːrs/

terse

简洁
Meaning
brief and to the point; sparing in the use of words
Example
His reply was terse and ended the conversation quickly.
他的回答简洁，迅速结束了对话。
C1 noun trəˈdʒek.tər.i

trajectory

轨道
Meaning
The path followed by a projectile flying or an object moving under the action of given forces.
Example
The satellite followed its intended trajectory.
卫星沿着预定的轨道飞行。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈθrɔː.lɪŋ/

enthralling

引人入胜
Meaning
Captivating and holding one's attention completely; fascinating.
Example
The movie was enthralling, keeping the audience engaged till the end.
电影非常引人入胜，使观众直到最后都保持专注。
C1 verb /smɜrk/

smirk

得意的微笑
Meaning
to smile in a self-satisfied, smug, or silly way
Example
He smirked when he won the argument.
他在赢得争论时得意地笑了。
C2 verb /dɪˈskraɪ/

descry

远远看到
Meaning
to catch sight of something, especially something distant or obscure
Example
From the hilltop, they descried a small village in the distance.
从山顶上，他们看见了远处的一个小村庄。
B2 noun /dɪˈpləʊ.mə/

diploma

文凭
Meaning
an official document showing that a person has completed a course of study or training
Example
She received her diploma after finishing the nursing program.
她在完成护理课程后获得了文凭。
C1 noun /təˈlɛpəθi/

telepathy

Meaning
the supposed communication of thoughts or ideas by means other than the known senses
Example
The twins claimed to share telepathy with each other.
C2 noun /dɪˈstɛnʃən/

distention

膨胀
Meaning
The state of being swollen due to internal pressure.
Example
The patient complained of abdominal pain and distention.
病人抱怨腹部疼痛和膨胀。
C2 noun /ˌhaɪdrəˈstætɪks/

hydrostatics

水静力学
Meaning
The branch of science concerned with the mechanical properties of fluids at rest.
Example
Hydrostatics is essential in understanding how dams and reservoirs function.
水静力学对于理解大坝和水库的工作原理至关重要。
B1 noun /ˈsɜːrkəmstæns/

circumstance

情况
Meaning
a fact or condition connected with an event or action
Example
She handled the difficult circumstances bravely.
她勇敢地应对了困难的情况。
B2 adjective /dʌm/

Dumb

愚蠢的; 哑的; 傻的
Meaning
unable to speak; silent; lacking intelligence; stupid
Example
She remained dumb during the entire meeting.
她在整个会议中保持沉默。
C1 noun /pəˈrɛnθəsɪs/

parenthesis

括号
Meaning
A pair of curved marks ( ) used to enclose words or numbers; also an interruption or digression in speech or writing.
Example
The explanation was given in a parenthesis within the text.
该解释在文本中的括号内给出。
C1 noun /ˌprɑːfɪˈtɪr/

profiteer

牟取暴利者
Meaning
a person who makes excessive profits, especially unfairly or illegally
Example
The government punished war profiteers.
政府惩罚了战争的牟取暴利者。
B2 noun /ˈoʊvərpæs/

overpass

立交桥
Meaning
A bridge that carries one road or railway over another.
Example
The new overpass reduced traffic congestion in the city.
新的立交桥减少了城市的交通拥堵。
C1 noun /pɜːrl drɒp/

Pearl drop

珍珠滴
Meaning
a single pearl used as jewelry, often in earrings or pendants
Example
The elegant pearl drop earrings complemented her outfit perfectly.
那对优雅的珍珠滴耳环与她的服装完美搭配。
B1 adjective /ˈflek.sə.bəl/

Flexible

灵活的；容易适应的
Meaning
able to bend easily; adaptable to change; not rigid
Example
She has a flexible work schedule that allows her to work from home.
她有一个灵活的工作时间表，允许她在家工作。
C2 adjective /ˈsuːpaɪn/

supine

仰卧
Meaning
Lying on the back, face upward; failing to act due to laziness or weakness.
Example
He lay supine on the grass, staring at the stars.
他躺在草地上，仰望星星。
A2 adjective /ˈpɒp.jʊ.lər/

Popular

流行的
Meaning
liked or admired by many people; well-known and widely accepted
Example
This restaurant is very popular among young people.
这家餐厅在年轻人中非常流行。
B2 verb /ˌɪntərˈviːn/

intervene

介入
Meaning
To come between people, groups, or events, often to prevent conflict or improve a situation.
Example
The teacher had to intervene to stop the fight between the students.
老师不得不介入，阻止学生之间的打架。
C1 verb /ˈstɪntɪŋ/

stinting

吝啬地给
Meaning
to supply sparingly or with restrictions
Example
He never stinting his efforts to help the poor.
他从不吝啬自己的努力来帮助穷人。
B2 noun /rɪˈmuː.vəl/

Removal

移除; 去除; 解雇;
Meaning
the action of taking something away or eliminating it; dismissal from office
Example
The removal of the old furniture took all day.
移除旧家具花了整整一天。
C1 noun /jɛn/

yen

渴望
Meaning
A deep, strong desire or craving.
Example
She felt a strong yen to travel the world.
她感到强烈的渴望去环游世界。
C2 verb /prəˈpɪʃieɪt/

propitiate

安抚
Meaning
to win or regain the favor of someone by doing something that pleases them
Example
He offered gifts to propitiate the angry gods.
他提供礼物来安抚愤怒的神明。
B2 adjective /kəʊˈhɪə.rənt/

coherent

连贯
Meaning
Logical and consistent; forming a unified whole; clear and easy to understand.
Example
His speech was clear and coherent.
他的演讲清晰且连贯。
C2 verb /əˈɡriːv/

aggrieve

使愤怒
Meaning
to cause distress or make someone feel resentful
Example
She felt aggrieved by the unfair decision.
她因不公平的决定而感到不满。
B2 adjective /ˌkrɒnəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

chronological

按时间顺序
Meaning
Arranged in the order in which events happened.
Example
The events were listed in chronological order.
这些事件按时间顺序列出。
B2 noun /kreɪn/

Crane

鹤
Meaning
a large tall bird with long legs and neck; a machine for lifting heavy objects
Example
The graceful crane stood motionless by the water's edge.
优雅的鹤静静地站在水边。
C1 adjective /kəmˈplɪsɪt/

complicit

共犯 (犯罪中)
Meaning
involved with others in an illegal activity or wrongdoing
Example
He was found complicit in the crime.
他在犯罪中被发现是共犯。
B2 noun /iːz/

Ease

轻松；舒适
Meaning
absence of difficulty or effort; comfort and relaxation
Example
After years of practice, she played the piano with great ease.
经过多年的练习，她弹钢琴时非常轻松。
A1 adjective /braʊn/

Brown

棕色
Meaning
having the color of earth or wood; dark colored
Example
She has beautiful brown eyes that sparkle in the sunlight.
她有一双美丽的棕色眼睛，在阳光下闪烁。
B1 noun /stæf/

staff

员工
Meaning
a group of employees working together in an organization
Example
The staff at the hospital are very helpful.
医院的员工非常有帮助。
B1 noun /dʌst/

dust

灰尘
Meaning
Fine particles of matter.
Example
Road dust is a major pollutant in urban areas.
路上的灰尘是城市地区的主要污染物。
B1 verb /əbˈzɜːrv/

observe

观察
Meaning
to watch carefully; to notice or perceive something
Example
Scientists observe the behavior of animals in the wild.
科学家观察野生动物的行为。
C1 adjective /ˈflæɡɪŋ/

flagging

变得疲惫、虚弱或失去热情
Meaning
becoming tired, weaker, or less enthusiastic
Example
After hours of work, his energy was flagging.
经过数小时的工作，他的精力正在减退。
C1 verb /ˈmʌd.əl/

muddle

搞乱
Meaning
to mix things up in a confused way or to make a mess of something
Example
He muddled the papers and couldn’t find the report.
他把文件搞乱了，找不到报告。
B2 noun əˈlaɪ.əns

alliance

联盟
Meaning
A union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries or organizations.
Example
Global alliances promote environmental sustainability.
全球联盟促进环境可持续性。
A2 verb /fɪl/

fill

填充
Meaning
to make or become full; to put something into a container until it is full
Example
Please fill the glass with water.
请把玻璃杯装满水。
B2 noun /ˌek.spekˈteɪ.ʃən/

Expectation

期望; 希望;
Meaning
a strong belief that something will happen or be the case; anticipation
Example
The new teacher exceeded everyone's expectations with her innovative teaching methods.
新老师通过其创新的教学方法超越了所有人的期望。
C2 adjective /ˌɪnkəmˈbʌstəbl/

incombustible

不燃烧
Meaning
Not capable of catching fire or burning.
Example
This material is incombustible and safe for construction.
这种材料是防火的，适合建筑使用。
C2 adjective /ɡrænˈdɪləkwənt/

grandiloquent

夸张的语言
Meaning
Using lofty, pompous, or extravagant language to impress others.
Example
The politician’s grandiloquent speech failed to connect with ordinary people.
这位政治家的夸张演讲未能与普通人产生共鸣。
C1 noun /pləˈsiːboʊ/

placebo

安慰剂
Meaning
a substance with no therapeutic effect, used as a control in testing new drugs
Example
The patient was given a placebo to compare the effect of the real drug.
患者被给了一个安慰剂，以比较真实药物的效果。
C2 noun /ˌæpəˈleɪʃən/

appellation

名称 / 称号
Meaning
a name or title
Example
The city has earned the appellation 'The Big Apple'.
这座城市获得了‘大苹果’的称号。
C2 noun /ˈbaɪəˌɡræf/

biograph

传记
Meaning
A written account of a person's life; an early motion-picture projector (historical use).
Example
The library holds an old biograph of the poet.
图书馆里有一位诗人的旧传记。
B1 noun /fiː/

fee

费用
Meaning
A payment made for a service or privilege.
Example
The lawyer charged a high fee for his services.
律师为他的服务收取了高额费用。
B2 adverb /ˈprez.ənt.li/

Presently

目前; 很快; 稍后
Meaning
at the present time; soon; in a little while
Example
The doctor will see you presently.
医生很快就会见到你。
C1 noun ˌdep.əˈzɪʃ.ən

deposition

沉积，沉积物的沉降过程
Meaning
The action of depositing something; the laying down of matter by a natural process.
Example
River deposition leads to the formation of new landmasses.
河流沉积导致新陆地的形成。
C1 noun /ˈbɛd.rɒk/

bedrock

基础
Meaning
the solid rock layer beneath the soil; the fundamental basis of something
Example
Trust is the bedrock of a healthy relationship.
信任是健康关系的基础。