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C1 noun /ɡʌl/

Gull

海鸥
Meaning
a seabird with webbed feet, long wings, and usually white and gray feathers
Example
The gull swooped down to grab the fish from the water.
海鸥俯冲下来抓住水中的鱼。
C2 adjective /ˈmɜːrkəntaɪl/

mercantile

商业的
Meaning
related to trade or commerce
Example
The city grew rapidly due to its mercantile activities.
由于其商业活动，这座城市迅速发展。
C2 noun /ˌeɪd də ˈkæmp/

aide-de-camp

军官，担任高级军官的机密助手
Meaning
A military officer acting as a confidential assistant to a senior officer.
Example
The general was accompanied by his aide-de-camp during the ceremony.
在仪式期间，军官与他的随行军官共同出席。
C1 noun /ˈkævərn/

cavern

洞穴
Meaning
a large cave or chamber in a cave
Example
The explorers entered a dark cavern beneath the mountain.
探险者进入了山下的一个黑暗洞穴。
C1 noun /heɪz/

Haze

雾霾
Meaning
a slight obscuration of the lower atmosphere, typically caused by fine suspended particles; confusion
Example
The morning haze lifted gradually as the sun rose higher in the sky.
早晨的雾霾逐渐消散，随着太阳在空中升得更高。
B1 noun /foʊk/

folk

人们
Meaning
people in general, often referring to a group or community
Example
Country folk often live a simple life.
乡村人通常过着简单的生活。
C1 adjective /ˈfaɪə.ri/

Fiery

火热的; 激情的; 暴躁的
Meaning
burning; passionate; hot-tempered; showing strong emotion
Example
She has a fiery temper that flares up quickly.
她有一个火热的脾气，容易迅速发火。
C1 noun /krʌtʃ/

crutch

拐杖, 支撑
Meaning
a support used by someone injured to walk; also something relied upon for support or help
Example
He had to use crutches after breaking his leg.
他在摔断腿后不得不用拐杖。
B2 noun /kɒk/

Cock

公鸡
Meaning
an adult male chicken
Example
The cock crowed loudly at dawn to wake everyone up.
公鸡在黎明时分大声啼叫，唤醒了所有人。
C2 noun /ˈtrɪmnəs/

trimness

整洁
Meaning
the quality of being neat, orderly, or slender and well-proportioned
Example
Her room’s trimness reflected a habit of putting everything back in its place.
她房间的整洁反映出她总是把东西放回原位的习惯。
C2 verb /ˈhæroʊ/

harrow

折磨 / 耙
Meaning
to cause distress or torment; also to break up and smooth soil with a farm tool
Example
The tragic news harrowed the entire family.
悲惨的消息让全家人都痛苦不堪。
A2 verb /ˈmænɪdʒ/

manage

管理
Meaning
to control or organize something; to succeed in doing something difficult
Example
He manages a team of twenty employees effectively.
他有效地管理着二十名员工。
A2 noun /rɪˈlɪdʒ.ən/

religion

宗教
Meaning
a system of faith and worship involving belief in a higher power
Example
Freedom of religion is a fundamental human right.
宗教自由是基本人权。
B2 adjective /ˌɪnfluˈenʃəl/

Influential

有影响力的; 强大的
Meaning
having great influence on someone or something; powerful; persuasive
Example
She is an influential leader in the community.
她是社区中的一位有影响力的领导者。
A2 verb /haɪd/

hide

藏
Meaning
to put or keep out of sight; to conceal from view
Example
Children like to hide during games.
孩子们喜欢在游戏中藏起来。
B2 adjective /ˈɡrædʒuˌeɪtɪd/

graduated

刻度 / 分级的
Meaning
Arranged in steps, levels, or stages; having completed a course of study and received a degree
Example
The scientist used a graduated cylinder to measure the liquid precisely.
科学家使用了一个刻度量筒来精确地测量液体。
C1 adjective /ˈfiːzəbl/

feasible

可行的
Meaning
possible to do easily or conveniently; practical and workable
Example
It is feasible to complete the project within two months.
在两个月内完成这个项目是可行的。
C1 noun /ˌlɛ.seɪ ˈfɛər/

laissez-faire

不干预政策
Meaning
An economic policy where government does not intervene in business affairs.
Example
Laissez-faire policies encourage private enterprise.
不干预政策鼓励私人企业。
B2 noun /ˈtɛnənsi/

tenancy

租约
Meaning
The possession or occupation of land or property as a tenant.
Example
The tenancy agreement was signed for two years.
租赁协议已签署为期两年。
C2 verb /dɪˈkænt/

decant

倒入
Meaning
To pour liquid gently from one container into another, especially without disturbing the sediment.
Example
She carefully decanted the wine into a clean glass.
她小心地将酒倒入干净的玻璃杯。
C1 noun, adjective /ˈsɛntənəri/ or /sɛnˈtɛnəri/

centenary

百年纪念
Meaning
The hundredth anniversary of a significant event; relating to a period of 100 years.
Example
The school celebrated its centenary with a grand event.
学校以一场盛大的活动庆祝了它的百年纪念。
C2 noun /tækˈsɒnəmɪst/

taxonomist

分类学家
Meaning
A scientist who classifies organisms into groups based on their characteristics.
Example
The taxonomist discovered a new species of insect.
这位分类学家发现了一种新昆虫物种。
C1 adjective /ˈbrɪslɪŋ/

bristling

竖毛的; 充满能量
Meaning
full of energy, anger, or excitement; showing bristles standing up
Example
He entered the room bristling with confidence.
他带着自信走进了房间。
A2 noun, verb, adjective /saʊnd/

sound

Meaning
a sensation perceived by the ear; to make or cause to make a noise; in good condition
Example
The bell sounded across the valley.
C1 noun /ˌsɛrənˈdɪpɪti/

serendipity

意外的好运
Meaning
The occurrence of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way.
Example
Finding that old photo album was pure serendipity.
找到那本旧照片集是纯粹的意外的好运。
B2 adjective /əˈkjuːt/

acute

急性
Meaning
present or experienced to a severe or intense degree; having sharp perception
Example
The patient suffered from acute pain after the surgery.
手术后，病人感到剧烈的疼痛。
C2 noun /ˈtʌmbrəl/

tumbrel

Meaning
A two-wheeled cart, especially one used during the French Revolution to carry prisoners to the guillotine.
Example
The prisoners were carried to the square in a wooden tumbrel.
C1 noun /ˈfrek.əl/

Freckle

雀斑
Meaning
a small brownish spot on the skin, often becoming more pronounced through exposure to the sun
Example
Her face was covered with cute freckles that appeared every summer.
她的脸上覆盖着可爱的雀斑，每年夏天都会出现。
C1 verb /ˈtɒpl/

topple

倒塌
Meaning
to fall or cause to fall over; to overthrow
Example
The earthquake caused the old building to topple.
地震导致了旧建筑的倒塌。
C1 noun /ˈtoʊɡə/

toga

托加
Meaning
A loose outer garment worn in ancient Rome, typically draped over the shoulders and body.
Example
The senator wore a white toga during the ceremony.
参议员在仪式期间穿着白色的托加。
C2 verb /ɪˈkwɪvəˌkeɪt/

equivocate

含糊其辞
Meaning
To speak ambiguously or avoid giving a clear answer.
Example
The politician equivocated when asked about the scandal.
那位政治家在被问及丑闻时含糊其辞。
B2 verb /nɪt/

knit

编织
Meaning
To make clothes or fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with needles.
Example
She loves to knit scarves for her friends during the winter.
她喜欢在冬天为她的朋友编织围巾。
B1 verb /tɔs/

toss

轻轻投掷
Meaning
To throw something lightly or casually; to move or turn suddenly.
Example
He tossed the keys onto the table.
他把钥匙扔到了桌子上。
C1 noun /ɔːˈtɒkrəsi/

autocracy

独裁
Meaning
A system of government in which one person has absolute power.
Example
The country suffered under decades of autocracy.
该国在几十年的专制下受苦。
C2 verb /ˈrʌstɪkeɪt/

rusticate

去乡村 / 从大学暂时开除
Meaning
To go to the countryside or to suspend someone from university.
Example
He decided to rusticate in the village to escape the busy city life.
他决定去乡村生活以逃避繁忙的城市生活。
B2 adjective /ˌprɒb.ləˈmæt.ɪk/

Problematic

有问题的; 导致问题的
Meaning
causing problems; troublesome; difficult to deal with
Example
The new policy changes are problematic and need to be reviewed.
新政策的变化是有问题的，需要审查。
A1 noun /bred/

Bread

面包
Meaning
a food made from flour, water, and yeast mixed together and baked
Example
She bought fresh bread from the bakery.
她从面包店买了新鲜的面包。
B2 adverb /ˈvɜː.tʃu.ə.li/

Virtually

几乎; 实际上;
Meaning
nearly; almost; in effect though not in name
Example
The building was virtually destroyed in the earthquake.
这座建筑在地震中几乎被摧毁。
C1 verb /ˈɡɑː.nɪʃ/

garnish

装饰
Meaning
To decorate food with small items for added flavor or visual appeal.
Example
She garnished the dish with fresh coriander leaves.
她用新鲜的香菜叶装饰了菜肴。
C2 noun /ˌkɒzməˈpɒlɪtənɪzəm/

cosmopolitanism

国际主义
Meaning
the ideology that all human beings belong to a single community
Example
Cosmopolitanism promotes respect and understanding across cultures.
国际主义促进不同文化之间的尊重和理解。
C2 verb /diːˈmoʊbəlaɪz/

demobilize

解散
Meaning
To release from military service or to disband troops.
Example
The government decided to demobilize the army after the war.
政府决定在战争后解散军队。
B2 noun /waɪt ˈpɛpər/

White Pepper

白胡椒
Meaning
a spice made from dried peppercorns with the outer husk removed
Example
She added white pepper to the cream soup for a mild spicy flavor.
她把白胡椒加入奶油汤中，给它增添了温和的辛辣味。
C2 verb /ɪkˈspeɪʃiˌeɪt/

expatiate

详细讨论或写作
Meaning
to speak or write at length or in detail
Example
The professor expatiated on the importance of critical thinking.
教授详细阐述了批判性思维的重要性。
B2 noun /skʌl/

Skull

头骨
Meaning
the bony framework of the head that protects the brain
Example
The doctor examined the skull X-ray carefully.
医生仔细检查了头骨的X光片。
B2 adjective /fɔːrˈsiːəbl/

foreseeable

可预见的
Meaning
Able to be predicted or expected in advance
Example
The company is unlikely to make changes in the foreseeable future.
公司不太可能在可预见的未来做出变化。
C1 adjective /ˈdraʊ.zi/

Drowsy

困倦的; 疲倦的; 无精打采的
Meaning
feeling sleepy and lethargic; half asleep; tired
Example
I felt drowsy after the heavy meal.
吃完重餐后我感到困倦。
C1 noun /ˈtæm.ər.ɪnd/

Tamarind

罗望子
Meaning
a brown tropical fruit with a tangy, sour taste used in cooking and beverages
Example
Tamarind is commonly used in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines for its sour flavor.
罗望子因其酸味在亚洲和中东料理中常用。
C2 noun /ˈɑːrɡoʊ/

argot

特定群体的行话
Meaning
the specialized vocabulary or jargon of a particular group, especially one with a common interest or occupation
Example
The thieves communicated in an argot that outsiders could not understand.
小偷们用一种外人无法理解的阿尔戈语言交流。
B2 adverb /səˈpəʊzɪdli/

supposedly

据说
Meaning
used to show that something is believed or claimed to be true, though it may not be
Example
He is supposedly the best player on the team.
据说他是队里最好的球员。
B2 adjective /ˈædɪkwət/

adequate

足够
Meaning
sufficient or acceptable in quality or quantity
Example
The food was adequate for the small group.
食物足够适合小组。
A1 noun /ˈaɪs kriːm/

Ice-cream

冰淇淋
Meaning
a frozen sweet dessert made from dairy products, usually served cold
Example
Children love to eat ice-cream on hot summer days.
孩子们喜欢在炎热的夏季日子里吃冰淇淋。
C2 noun /bɪˈnɪɡnɪti/

Benignity

仁慈；温柔；仁爱或优雅的品质
Meaning
kindness; gentleness; the quality of being benign or gracious
Example
Her benignity towards all people made her beloved by everyone.
她对所有人的仁慈使她受到所有人的喜爱。
C1 verb /kənˈsɛptʃuəlaɪz/

conceptualize

构思
Meaning
to form an idea or concept of something in your mind
Example
The artist conceptualized a new design for the exhibition.
艺术家为展览构思了一个新的设计。
C2 verb /əˈnɔɪnt/

anoint

涂油, 奉献
Meaning
To smear or rub with oil, often as part of a religious ceremony or as a sign of consecration.
Example
The priest anointed the king with holy oil.
神父用圣油涂抹国王。
C1 adjective /ˈmænɪfoʊld/

Manifold

多方面的
Meaning
many and of several different types; multiple; various
Example
The project has manifold benefits for the community.
这个项目对社区有多方面的好处。
A2 adverb /ˈen.i.weər/

Anywhere

任何地方
Meaning
in or to any place; wherever
Example
You can sit anywhere you like in this restaurant.
你可以在这家餐厅的任何地方坐下。
B1 noun /ˈlæbrətɔːri/

laboratory

实验室
Meaning
A room or building equipped for scientific experiments, research, or teaching.
Example
The students conducted the experiment in the chemistry laboratory.
学生们在化学实验室进行了实验。
B1 adverb /ˈθæŋkfəli/

thankfully

幸好
Meaning
used to express relief or gratitude
Example
Thankfully, she arrived just in time for the meeting.
幸好，她准时到达了会议。
C1 noun /ˈsaɪkiː/

psyche

灵魂 / 心智
Meaning
the human soul, mind, or spirit
Example
The novel explores the depths of the human psyche.
这本小说探索了人类心智的深度。
C2 adjective /ˈtrɛmjələs/

tremulous

颤抖
Meaning
shaking or quivering slightly, often from nervousness or weakness
Example
Her voice was tremulous as she gave her speech.
她的声音在演讲时颤抖。
B2 noun /ræɡ/

Rag

旧布；用来清洁的破旧衣物
Meaning
a piece of old cloth used for cleaning; worn-out clothing
Example
She used an old rag to clean the dusty table.
她用一块旧布擦拭了满是灰尘的桌子。
C2 verb /bɪˈfɪt/

befit

适合
Meaning
to be suitable for; to be appropriate to
Example
Formal attire befits the seriousness of the occasion.
正式的服装适合这个场合的严肃性。
C1 adjective /ˈlækˌlʌstər/

lackluster

黯淡无光
Meaning
Lacking in vitality, force, or conviction; uninspired or uninspiring.
Example
The lackluster performance disappointed the audience.
黯淡无光的表现让观众失望。
C2 noun ˌmʌltɪˈfæsɪtɪd ˌɪnfərˈmeɪʃən ˈfreɪmwɜːrks

multifaceted information frameworks

多面信息框架
Meaning
Complex, comprehensive structures for organizing and managing information that have multiple aspects or dimensions.
Example
Digital literacy involves building multifaceted information frameworks.
数字素养包括构建多面信息框架。
C1 noun /ˈstætʃuːt/

statute

法律
Meaning
A written law passed by a legislative body.
Example
The new statute protects workers' rights.
新法律保护工人的权利。
B2 adverb /hɪˈstɒrɪkli/

historically

历史上
Meaning
in a way that relates to history or past events
Example
Historically, this city was a major trade center.
历史上，这座城市曾是一个重要的贸易中心。
A1 conjunction /waɪl/

while

当...的时候
Meaning
during the time that something is happening
Example
She was reading while waiting for the bus.
她在等公交车时正在读书。
B2 noun /dʒɔː/

Jaw

下巴
Meaning
either of the two bones forming the framework of the mouth in most vertebrates
Example
She broke her jaw in the accident.
她在事故中打破了下巴。
A1 verb, noun /kraɪ/

cry

Meaning
To shed tears as an expression of emotion such as sadness or pain; also a loud call or shout.
Example
The baby began to cry when she was hungry.
B1 noun, verb /bʌz/

buzz

嗡嗡声
Meaning
to make a low continuous humming sound; a feeling of excitement or interest
Example
I could hear the phone buzz during the meeting.
开会时我听到了手机的嗡嗡声。
B2 noun /ɡoʊl ˈsɛt.ɪŋ/

goal-setting

目标设定
Meaning
The process of identifying something that you want to accomplish and establishing measurable objectives to achieve it.
Example
Effective goal-setting helps individuals stay focused and motivated.
有效的目标设定帮助个人保持专注和动力。
B1 noun /ˈhaʊswaɪf/

housewife

家庭主妇
Meaning
a married woman who manages a household and whose main occupation is caring for her family and home
Example
She chose to work as a housewife while raising her children.
她在抚养孩子期间选择当一名家庭主妇。
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。
C2 adjective /prəˈvaɪzəri/

provisory

临时的
Meaning
conditional; depending on certain terms being met
Example
The arrangement was only provisory until the final contract was signed.
该安排只是临时的，直到最终合同签署。
C2 noun /ˈseɪpiəns/

sapience

智慧
Meaning
Wisdom or intelligence.
Example
Her sapience in solving problems earned her the respect of her colleagues.
她在解决问题上的智慧赢得了同事们的尊重。
C1 noun /məˈmɛn.toʊ/

memento

纪念品
Meaning
An object kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event.
Example
She kept the ticket as a memento of their first concert together.
她保留了这张票作为他们第一次一起参加音乐会的纪念品。
C2 adjective /ˌpluːˈpɜːrfɪkt/

pluperfect

过去完成时
Meaning
a verb tense expressing an action completed before another past action
Example
By the time she arrived, he had finished his homework, showing the pluperfect tense.
在她到达时，他已经完成了作业，展示了过去完成时。
A2 verb /bleɪm/

blame

责怪
Meaning
to hold responsible for a fault; to find fault with
Example
Don't blame me for the mistake.
别把错误怪在我身上。
C2 adjective /sɪˈlæbɪk/

syllabic

音节的
Meaning
Relating to or based on syllables.
Example
The teacher explained the syllabic structure of the word.
老师解释了这个词的音节结构。
A2 noun /buːt/

Boot

靴子
Meaning
sturdy footwear covering the foot and ankle or lower leg
Example
He laced up his hiking boots before the mountain trek.
他在山地旅行前穿上了他的登山靴。
B1 adjective əkˈsep.tɪd

accepted

接受的
Meaning
Generally believed or recognized to be valid or correct.
Example
The accepted terms were discussed in detail.
已接受的条款已详细讨论。
C1 verb /ˈpɑːzɪt/

posit

Meaning
To assume or suggest something as a fact or basis for reasoning.
Example
The scientist posited a new theory to explain the phenomenon.
C1 noun /ˈskæf.əld/

Scaffold

脚手架
Meaning
a temporary structure used by workers to stand on when building or repairing something high; a platform for execution
Example
The workers erected a scaffold to paint the building's exterior.
工人们搭建了脚手架来粉刷建筑物的外部。
B1 noun /ˈtɪʃ.uː/

tissue

纸巾
Meaning
a piece of soft absorbent paper or fabric
Example
She used a tissue to wipe her nose.
她用纸巾擦了擦鼻子。
B2 noun /ˈmæm.əl/

mammal

哺乳动物
Meaning
A warm-blooded animal with hair or fur, and females produce milk for their young.
Example
The whale is the largest mammal on Earth.
鲸鱼是地球上最大的哺乳动物。
C2 noun (plural) /ˈlɪniəmənts/

lineaments

面部特征
Meaning
The features or distinctive characteristics of the face or body.
Example
The lineaments of his face were sharp and stern.
他的面部特征很尖锐且严肃。
A2 noun /ˈfer.i.teɪl/

Fairy-tale

童话故事
Meaning
a children's story about magical and imaginary beings and lands
Example
Children love listening to fairy-tales before bedtime.
孩子们喜欢在睡觉前听童话故事。
B2 adjective /ˈædvɜːrs/

Adverse

不利的; 负面的; 有害的
Meaning
harmful; unfavorable; opposing; negative
Example
The adverse weather conditions forced them to cancel the event.
恶劣的天气条件迫使他们取消了活动。
B1 verb /ɪmˈpɔːrt/

import

进口
Meaning
to bring goods or services into a country from abroad; to transfer data
Example
The country imports oil from abroad.
这个国家从国外进口石油。
C1 verb /ɪnˈɡreɪv/

engrave

雕刻
Meaning
to cut or carve a design, letter, or pattern into a hard surface
Example
The craftsman engraved her name on the silver ring.
工匠在银戒指上刻下了她的名字。
C2 verb /ˌmɪsˈleɪ/

mislay

暂时丢失
Meaning
to lose something temporarily by putting it in the wrong place
Example
I must have mislaid my keys somewhere in the house.
我一定把我的钥匙暂时丢失在屋子里某个地方。
B1 noun /ˈænəlɪst/

analyst

分析师
Meaning
a person who studies or examines something carefully to understand it or make decisions
Example
The financial analyst predicted a rise in the stock market.
金融分析师预测股票市场上涨。
B2 adjective /swɪft/

swift

Meaning
moving very quickly; happening promptly
Example
The river current was swift after the heavy rain.
C1 verb /ˈveɪpəraɪz/

vaporize

蒸发
Meaning
to turn into vapor or gas
Example
The heat of the sun can vaporize water from the surface.
太阳的热量可以使水从表面蒸发。
A2 adjective /pəˈlaɪt/

Polite

有礼貌的; 尊重的; 彬彬有礼的
Meaning
having good manners; respectful; courteous
Example
He was very polite and respectful to everyone.
他对每个人都非常礼貌和尊重。
C1 verb /ˈstɪɡmətaɪz/

stigmatize

污名化
Meaning
to describe or regard someone as worthy of disgrace or disapproval
Example
People with certain illnesses are often unfairly stigmatized.
患有某些疾病的人常常被不公正地污名化。
C2 noun /ˈpɜːrsɪflɑːʒ/

persiflage

轻微的讽刺
Meaning
light and slightly contemptuous mockery or banter
Example
Their conversation was full of persiflage and jokes.
他们的对话充满了轻微的讽刺和笑话。
B2 noun /dɒk/

dock

码头
Meaning
a structure where ships are loaded, unloaded, or repaired
Example
The ship stayed at the dock for two days.
船只在码头停留了两天。
B2 adjective /prɪˈzentəbl/

Presentable

适合公众展示; 看起来体面
Meaning
neat and suitable for being seen in public; acceptable in appearance
Example
Make sure you look presentable for the job interview.
确保在面试中看起来像个体面的人。
C1 verb /ˌʌndərˈsteɪt/

understate

低估
Meaning
To describe something as being less important or serious than it really is.
Example
He tends to understate his achievements.
他倾向于低估自己的成就。
A2 noun /pen stænd/

Pen stand

笔架
Meaning
a container or holder designed to keep pens, pencils, and other writing instruments organized
Example
He organized his pens in the pen stand on his desk.
他把他的钢笔放在桌上的笔架里。
B2 adverb /ɪˈfɪʃəntli/

efficiently

高效地
Meaning
in a way that achieves maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense
Example
She managed to complete the task efficiently within the deadline.
她在最后期限内高效地完成了任务。
B1 adjective /ˈmædʒɪkəl/

magical

Meaning
having or producing the charm, beauty, or power of magic
Example
The sunset over the mountains was a magical sight.
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 noun /ˈprɛəri/

prairie

大草原
Meaning
A large open area of grassland, especially in North America.
Example
The bison roamed freely across the prairie.
野牛在大草原上自由地游荡。
C1 noun /ˈprɒmɪnəns/

prominence

声望
Meaning
The state of being important, famous, or easily noticed.
Example
Her work gained prominence after the award.
她的工作在获奖后获得了声望。
C1 verb /ɪˈnjuːməˌreɪt/

enumerate

列举
Meaning
to mention things one by one; to list or count
Example
She enumerated the reasons for her decision.
她列举了做出决定的理由。
A2 noun /ˈleɪ.di/

Lady

女士; 优雅的女性;
Meaning
a woman, especially one of refined or gentle manners; a polite term for any woman
Example
The elderly lady crossed the street with the help of her walking stick.
那位年长的女士在她的拐杖帮助下穿过了街道。
C2 verb /ɪˈmjʊər/

immure

囚禁
Meaning
to confine or enclose someone against their will
Example
The prisoner was immured in a dark cell.
囚犯被禁闭在一个黑暗的牢房里。
B2 noun /ˈven.juː/

Venue

场地
Meaning
a place where an event or activity takes place
Example
The wedding venue was beautifully decorated.
婚礼场地被精美装饰。
C1 noun /ˈdaɪhɑːrd/

diehard

Meaning
A person who strongly resists change and remains loyal to a belief or cause.
Example
He is a diehard fan of classic rock music.
C1 adjective /ɪˈnɔːrdənət/

inordinate

过度的
Meaning
Excessive or unusually large in degree.
Example
She spent an inordinate amount of time on her phone.
她在手机上花费了过多的时间。
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。
B2 noun /ɡreɪn/

Grain

谷物
Meaning
wheat or any other cultivated cereal crop used as food; a single seed of a cereal
Example
The farmer stored large quantities of grain in the barn after the harvest.
农民在收获后将大量谷物存放在谷仓里。
C1 noun /ˌmænɪˈfɛstoʊ/

manifesto

宣言
Meaning
a public declaration of policy and aims, especially by a political party
Example
The party released its manifesto before the election.
政党在选举前发布了其宣言。
C2 adjective /əˈluːviəl/

alluvial

冲积的
Meaning
Relating to or derived from alluvium (loose soil or sediment deposited by rivers).
Example
The farmers cultivate crops on the fertile alluvial plains.
农民在肥沃的冲积平原上种植作物。
C1 adjective /ˌɔːrnəˈmɛntl/

ornamental

装饰性的
Meaning
Serving as decoration; decorative rather than functional.
Example
The garden was filled with ornamental plants.
花园里满是装饰性的植物。
B2 noun /əˈsɛnt/

ascent

Meaning
The act of rising or climbing to a higher position or level.
Example
The climbers began their ascent to the mountain peak at dawn.
A1 noun /ɑːrm/

Arm

手臂
Meaning
the upper limb of the human body from the shoulder to the hand
Example
She raised her arm to ask a question.
她举起了手臂来提问。
B2 adjective /ˈhɑlːoʊ/

Hollow

空的; 中空的;
Meaning
having an empty space inside; lacking substance or meaning; insincere
Example
The hollow tree trunk provided shelter for small animals.
空心树干为小动物提供了庇护。
A2 adverb /ˈnɪərli/

Nearly

差不多; 几乎;
Meaning
almost; not quite; very close to
Example
I nearly missed the bus this morning.
我差点错过了今天早上的公交车。