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B1 verb/noun /haɪk/

hike

Meaning
To take a long walk in the countryside or mountains; also to increase suddenly (prices, rates, etc.).
Example
We decided to hike in the hills this weekend.
B2 adjective /ˈpɑːr.ʃəl/

Partial

部分的; 有偏见的;
Meaning
incomplete; showing bias or prejudice
Example
The judge gave a partial decision in favor of the defendant.
法官做出了部分有利于被告的决定。
B1 noun /tʃest/

Chest

胸部; 箱子
Meaning
the front surface of a person's or animal's body between the neck and abdomen; a large strong box
Example
The doctor listened to his chest with a stethoscope.
医生用听诊器听他的胸部。
C1 noun /ˈvælər/

valor

英勇
Meaning
Great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle.
Example
The soldier was honored for his valor during the war.
士兵因在战争中表现出的英勇而受到表彰。
C1 verb /ɪmˈpɛrɪl/

imperil

使处于危险中
Meaning
To put in danger or at risk.
Example
Reckless driving can imperil the lives of others.
鲁莽驾驶可能会危及他人的生命。
C2 verb /ˌpriːɪnˈɡeɪdʒ/

preengage

预先雇佣
Meaning
To contract or engage beforehand; to arrange in advance.
Example
The workers were preengaged before the project officially started.
项目正式开始前,工人们已被预先雇佣。
C2 verb /ˌɪmpɔːrˈtuːnd/

importuned

不停地请求
Meaning
asked someone persistently and pressingly for something
Example
She importuned her boss for a raise until he finally gave in.
她不停地请求老板加薪,直到他最终答应。
B1 noun /ˈnɜːrsəri/

nursery

托儿所
Meaning
a room or place where young children are cared for
Example
She works in a nursery, taking care of infants.
她在托儿所工作,照顾婴儿。
B2 noun /ˈrɛnəˌsɑːns/

renaissance

文艺复兴
Meaning
a revival of art, culture, or learning; a period of renewed interest and growth
Example
The city experienced a cultural renaissance during the 1990s.
这座城市在1990年代经历了文化复兴。
C2 noun /ˈvɪtəlz/

victuals

食品
Meaning
Food or provisions, especially for human consumption.
Example
The travelers packed enough victuals for their long journey.
旅行者为他们的长途旅行打包了足够的食物。
C1 noun /ɡruːv/

groove

沟槽 / 节奏
Meaning
a long narrow cut or depression, or a rhythmic pattern in music
Example
The DJ kept the crowd dancing to the groove.
DJ让人群跟随节奏跳舞。
A1 modal verb /ʃʊd/

should

应该
Meaning
used to indicate obligation or duty
Example
You should study for your exams.
你应该为考试学习。
B2 noun, adjective /ˌpəʊstˈɡrædʒuət/

postgraduate

研究生
Meaning
A student who has completed a first degree and is studying for a further degree.
Example
She is doing postgraduate research in physics.
她正在做物理学的研究生研究。
A1 adjective /ˈtwɛnti/

twenty

二十
Meaning
the number equivalent to 20
Example
He is twenty years old.
他二十岁。
B1 adverb /əˈrɪdʒɪnəli/

originally

最初
Meaning
in the beginning, at first
Example
Originally, she wanted to be a doctor.
最初,她想成为一名医生。
B1 noun /ˈtreɪdɪŋ/

trading

交易
Meaning
the act or business of buying and selling goods or services
Example
She made a fortune through online trading.
她通过在线交易赚取了财富。
C2 adjective /ˌsuːpərˈæn.ju.eɪ.tɪd/

superannuated

过时的
Meaning
old and no longer useful or valid; retired due to age
Example
The factory was filled with superannuated machines that slowed production.
工厂里充满了过时的机器,这些机器减慢了生产。
C1 adjective /ˈvɛdʒɪtətɪv/

vegetative

与生长或生命的基本过程相关,通常没有意识的思考或活动
Meaning
relating to growth or the basic processes of life, often without conscious thought or activity
Example
The patient remained in a vegetative state after the accident.
事故发生后,病人保持在植物状态。
C2 noun ˈfaɪ.təʊˌnjuː.tri.ənt

phytonutrient

植物营养素
Meaning
Chemical compounds produced by plants that are beneficial to human health but not essential nutrients.
Example
Broccoli is rich in phytonutrients that enhance immunity.
西兰花富含植物营养素,有助于增强免疫力。
C2 verb /ˈfrɪtər/

fritter

浪费
Meaning
To waste time, money, or energy on trivial matters.
Example
He frittered away his savings on unnecessary gadgets.
他把储蓄浪费在了不必要的电子产品上。
C1 noun /ˈpærəˌlɛlɪzəm/

parallelism

平行主义
Meaning
The state of being parallel or similar; in literature, the use of components in a sentence that are grammatically the same or similar in construction.
Example
The writer used parallelism to give rhythm to his prose.
作家使用平行主义为他的散文增添了节奏。
C1 adjective ˌmiː.ti.ər.əˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl

meteorological

气象的
Meaning
Relating to weather conditions and atmospheric phenomena.
Example
Meteorological conditions affect farming cycles.
气象条件影响农业周期。
B1 verb /bɜːrst/

burst

爆裂
Meaning
to break open suddenly; to be full of something
Example
The balloon bursts with a loud pop.
气球突然爆炸发出响亮的声音。
A1 noun /ˈpeɪ.pər/

paper

纸, 文档, 研究论文
Meaning
A material manufactured in thin sheets from the pulp of wood or other fibrous substances, used for writing or printing on.
Example
The student submitted his research paper on artificial intelligence.
学生提交了他的人工智能研究论文。
C1 verb /ˌsuːpərˈsiːd/

supersede

取代
Meaning
To replace or take the place of something because it is more modern or effective.
Example
This new law will supersede the old regulations.
这部新法律将取代旧的规定。
C2 noun /ˈdɛsɪkənt/

desiccant

干燥剂
Meaning
a substance that absorbs moisture and keeps things dry
Example
Silica gel packets are commonly used as a desiccant in packaging.
硅胶包通常作为干燥剂用于包装中。
A2 adjective /ˈnætʃərəl/

natural

自然的
Meaning
existing in or derived from nature; not made or caused by humankind
Example
She prefers to use natural ingredients in her cooking.
她更喜欢在烹饪中使用天然的食材。
C2 noun /ˈmɪsɪv/

missive

信件
Meaning
a written message, especially a formal or official letter
Example
He sent a long missive to the governor.
他给州长发送了一封长信。
B1 noun /sʌm/

sum

Meaning
the total amount resulting from the addition of two or more numbers or items
Example
The sum of 8 and 12 is 20.
8和12的和是20。
A2 adjective/adverb /ˈɒnˌlaɪn/

online

在线
Meaning
connected to or available through the internet
Example
I prefer shopping online rather than going to stores.
我更喜欢网上购物,而不是去商店。
C1 adjective /ˈbʊkɪʃ/

Bookish

爱读书的; 学术的
Meaning
studious; scholarly; devoted to reading and studying
Example
She was known for her bookish nature and love of literature.
她以书本亲和的天性和对文学的热爱而闻名。
C2 adjective /ˈpɜːˌblaɪnd/

purblind

盲目或无知
Meaning
Having impaired or defective vision; lacking insight or understanding.
Example
The purblind approach to the problem led to many mistakes.
对问题的盲目处理导致了许多错误。
B1 verb rɪˈdjuːst

reduced

减少
Meaning
Make smaller or less in amount, degree, or size.
Example
Singapore has reduced plastic usage significantly.
新加坡大幅减少了塑料的使用。
C1 noun /ˈænərki/

anarchy

无政府状态
Meaning
a state of disorder due to the absence or failure of government or authority
Example
The collapse of the regime led to anarchy in the streets.
政权崩溃导致街头的无政府状态。
C1 noun /ˈɑːlɪˌɡɑːrki/

oligarchy

寡头政治
Meaning
A small group of people having control of a country, organization, or institution.
Example
The nation was ruled by a wealthy oligarchy that controlled all resources.
这个国家由一个富有的寡头集团统治,控制着所有资源。
B1 noun /ˈædvərˌtaɪzɪŋ/

advertising

广告
Meaning
the activity of producing advertisements for products or services
Example
The company spends millions on advertising every year.
公司每年在广告上花费数百万。
C2 verb /ˈvɛəriəˌɡeɪt/

variegate

使多样化
Meaning
To diversify or mark with different colors or patterns.
Example
The artist used different shades to variegate the design.
艺术家使用不同的阴影来使设计变得多样化。
B1 verb /kənˈkluːd/

conclude

结束
Meaning
to bring to an end; to decide or determine after consideration
Example
We will conclude the meeting at five o'clock.
我们将在五点钟结束会议。
B2 verb /kənˈfes/

confess

承认
Meaning
to admit guilt or wrongdoing; to acknowledge
Example
He confessed his mistake to his teacher.
他向老师承认了自己的错误。
B2 adjective /ɪkˈsprɛsɪv/

expressive

表达性
Meaning
Effectively conveying thought or feeling.
Example
Her eyes were so expressive that no words were needed.
她的眼睛如此表达性,以至于不需要任何话语。
C2 noun /ˌriːkəˌpɪtjʊˈleɪʃən/

recapitulation

重述
Meaning
The act of summarizing or repeating the main points of something.
Example
The professor gave a brief recapitulation of the lecture before ending the class.
教授在结束课程之前简要地重述了讲座内容。
C2 verb /ˈræm.ɪ.faɪ/

ramify

分支
Meaning
to spread or branch out into divisions or subdivisions.
Example
The river ramifies into several smaller streams.
河流分支成多个较小的溪流。
B2 verb /ɜːrdʒ/

urge

催促
Meaning
to strongly encourage or try to persuade someone to do something
Example
Doctors urge patients to exercise regularly.
医生鼓励病人定期锻炼。
B2 adjective ɪˈvɒlvɪŋ

evolving

演变的
Meaning
Developing gradually, especially from a simple to a more complex form; changing and developing.
Example
Education plays a role in evolving societal norms.
教育在社会规范的演变中发挥着作用。
C2 noun /ˈpɜr.kwɪ.zɪt/

Perquisite

附带福利
Meaning
an additional benefit or privilege given to an employee beyond their regular salary; a special right or advantage
Example
Company car was one of the perquisites of his executive position.
公司车是他担任该高管职位的附带福利之一。
C1 adjective /ˈpiːkənt/

piquant

辛辣
Meaning
having a pleasantly sharp or spicy taste; interestingly provocative
Example
The chef added a piquant sauce to the dish to enhance its flavor.
厨师在菜肴中加入了辛辣的酱汁,以增强其味道。
C2 noun, verb /ˌpæm.fləˈtɪər/

pamphleteer

小册子作者
Meaning
a person who writes or distributes pamphlets, often to promote a political or social cause
Example
In the 18th century, many pamphleteers influenced public opinion.
18世纪,许多小册子作者影响了公众舆论。
C1 noun/adjective /ɪˈliːtɪst/

elitist

精英主义者
Meaning
A person who believes that a society should be led by an elite; showing preference for a privileged class.
Example
His elitist attitude made him unpopular among his peers.
他的精英主义态度使他在同事中不受欢迎。
B2 noun /ˈprɒvɪns/

province

Meaning
a principal administrative division of certain countries or empires.
Example
The province is known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes.
这个省因其丰富的文化遗产和壮丽的自然景观而闻名。
C2 noun /aɪˈoʊtə/

iota

极小的数量
Meaning
An extremely small amount.
Example
He did not show an iota of fear.
他一点儿恐惧都没表现出来。
B1 verb /əˈtætʃ/

attach

附加
Meaning
to join or fasten something to another thing
Example
Please attach the document to the email before sending.
请在发送之前将文件附加到电子邮件中。
B1 noun ˌɔː.ɡən.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

organization

组织
Meaning
An organized group of people with a particular purpose, such as a business or government department.
Example
The organization was officially inaugurated in 2024.
该组织于2024年正式启用。
B1 adverb /ˈfriːkwəntli/

Frequently

频繁; 定期; 多次
Meaning
often; regularly; many times
Example
She frequently visits her grandmother on weekends.
她在周末经常探望她的祖母。
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。
C1 noun ˈsɛlf pəˈzɪʃən

self-possession

自控力
Meaning
The quality of being calm and confident and in control of one's emotions; composure.
Example
His self-possession during the crisis was remarkable.
他在危机中的自控力令人钦佩。
C2 verb /səˈfjuːz/

suffuse

弥漫
Meaning
to gradually spread through or over something
Example
A warm glow suffused her face as she smiled.
当她微笑时,一种温暖的光辉弥漫到她的脸上。
C1 verb /dɪˈpɔːrt/

deport

驱逐
Meaning
To expel a foreigner from a country, usually for legal or political reasons.
Example
The government decided to deport the illegal immigrants.
政府决定驱逐非法移民。
C2 adjective /ɪnˈvɛtərət/

inveterate

根深蒂固
Meaning
having a long-established habit, activity, or interest that is unlikely to change
Example
He is an inveterate reader who spends hours in the library every day.
他是一个根深蒂固的读者,每天在图书馆度过几个小时。
B2 noun /ˈwʊd.pek.ər/

Woodpecker

啄木鸟
Meaning
a bird that pecks at tree bark to find insects and create nesting holes
Example
The woodpecker hammered against the oak tree.
啄木鸟敲击橡树。
B1 verb /ˈpʌzəl/

puzzle

谜题
Meaning
to confuse or perplex; to think hard about something
Example
The math problem will puzzle even the experts.
数学问题甚至会让专家感到困惑。
A1 noun /ˈɛər.pɔːrt/

airport

机场
Meaning
A place where airplanes take off and land, with buildings for passengers and cargo.
Example
We arrived at the airport two hours before the flight.
我们在航班起飞前两小时到达了机场。
C2 noun /ˈlʊŋ.gi/

Lungi

伦吉
Meaning
a traditional garment worn around the waist in South Asia
Example
He wore a comfortable lungi while relaxing at home.
他在家里休息时穿着一条舒适的伦吉。
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。
A2 noun /ˈɒf.ɪs/

office

办公室
Meaning
a room or building where people work, usually at desks
Example
She left the office early to attend a family event.
她提前离开办公室去参加家庭活动。
C2 noun /tɔːˈtɒlədʒi/

tautology

不必要的重复
Meaning
the unnecessary repetition of the same idea in different words
Example
The phrase 'it will happen or it won’t' is a tautology.
'它会发生,或者不会发生' 这句话就是一个套词论。
C1 noun /ˈmɜːrdʒər/

merger

合并
Meaning
The combination of two or more companies into a single entity.
Example
The merger of the two firms created the largest bank in the region.
这两家公司的合并创造了该地区最大的银行。
C2 adjective /ˈwɪznd/

wizened

皱缩的
Meaning
Shriveled, wrinkled, or withered, often due to age.
Example
The wizened tree stood in the field for centuries.
那棵皱缩的树在田野中屹立了几个世纪。
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 /ˈfɛndər/

fender

挡泥板
Meaning
a part of a vehicle that frames a wheel well to protect against mud or debris
Example
The car's fender was dented in the accident.
汽车的芬德尔在事故中被压凹了。
C2 noun /ˌtɛliˈɒlədʒi/

teleology

目的论
Meaning
the explanation of phenomena by the purpose they serve rather than by cause
Example
Aristotle is often associated with the concept of teleology in philosophy.
亚里士多德常与哲学中的目的论概念相关联。
A1 noun /ˈmʌðər/

mother

母亲
Meaning
a female parent
Example
Her mother is a kind and caring person.
她的母亲是一个善良和关心他人的人。
C2 verb /biˈætɪfaɪ/

beatify

宣圣
Meaning
to make blessed or holy, especially in the Roman Catholic Church, to declare a deceased person to be among the blessed
Example
The pope decided to beatify the martyr for his faith and sacrifice.
教皇决定因其信仰和牺牲而宣圣这位殉道者。
B1 noun /ˈjʌŋstər/

Youngster

年轻人; 一个孩子或青少年; 经验较年轻的人
Meaning
a young person; a child or teenager; someone who is young in experience
Example
The youngster showed great talent in sports.
这个年轻人在运动中展示了很大的天赋。
C1 noun /ˈʌlsər/

ulcer

Meaning
a sore on the skin or a mucous membrane that does not heal easily
Example
The doctor prescribed medicine to treat the stomach ulcer.
B2 adjective /kənˈvɪnsɪŋ/

Convincing

令人信服的; 可信的; 有说服力的; 能使某人相信某事的
Meaning
believable; credible; persuasive; able to make someone believe something
Example
His convincing argument won over the entire jury.
他的有说服力的论点赢得了整个陪审团。
A2 adverb /əˈpɑːrt/

Apart

分开地; 彼此相距很远; 成碎片
Meaning
separately; away from each other; in pieces
Example
The two buildings are far apart from each other.
这两座建筑物彼此相距很远。
A2 adjective ˈɡləʊ.bəl

global

全球的
Meaning
Relating to the whole world; worldwide.
Example
Global collaboration improves connectivity.
全球合作改善了连接性。
C2 noun /tʃæf/

Chaff

糠; 无价值的东西; 轻松的玩笑
Meaning
the husks of corn or other seed separated by winnowing; worthless things; light-hearted joking
Example
The farmer separated the wheat from the chaff using traditional methods.
农民使用传统方法将小麦从糠中分离出来。
C1 noun /ˈfɔːrˌfɑːðər/

forefather

祖先
Meaning
an ancestor, especially one who was part of an earlier generation of a family or nation
Example
Our forefathers fought for independence.
我们的祖先为独立而战斗。
C2 verb /ɪmˈbruː/

imbrue

玷污
Meaning
To stain, especially with blood.
Example
His hands were imbrued with blood after the battle.
他的手在战斗后被血染。
B2 noun /ˈfɜː.tɪ.laɪ.zər/

fertilizer

肥料
Meaning
a substance added to soil to make plants grow more successfully
Example
Farmers use fertilizer to increase crop production.
农民使用肥料来提高作物产量。
B2 noun /ˈtraɪ.əl/

Trial

审判; 测试
Meaning
a formal examination of evidence in a court; a test of performance or quality
Example
The murder trial lasted for three weeks in the county courthouse.
谋杀审判在县法院持续了三周。
B2 noun /ˈbɛriəl/

burial

埋葬
Meaning
the act of placing a dead body into the ground.
Example
The burial ceremony took place in the afternoon.
埋葬仪式在下午举行。
C2 adjective /ˈtrɛntʃənt/

trenchant

尖锐
Meaning
expressed strongly, effectively, and clearly; sharp or cutting in style or expression
Example
Her trenchant criticism of the policy left no room for misunderstanding.
她对政策的尖锐批评没有留下误解的空间。
B1 verb /rɪˈvaɪz/

revise

修改
Meaning
To change, improve, or update something, especially a written work.
Example
She had to revise her essay before submission.
她必须在提交之前修改她的论文。
C1 noun /ˈderˌdevəl/

daredevil

冒险者
Meaning
A person who enjoys doing dangerous or risky things.
Example
The stunt was performed by a famous daredevil.
这个特技是由一位著名的冒险者完成的。
B2 noun /dʒet/

Jet

喷气式飞机
Meaning
a rapid stream of liquid, gas, or flame; an aircraft powered by jet engines
Example
The jet took off smoothly and reached cruising altitude quickly.
这架喷气机平稳起飞,迅速达到了巡航高度。
B1 verb /kræk/

crack

幸福
Meaning
To break or cause to break without complete separation; to make a sharp sound.
Example
The glass cracked when it was dropped on the floor.
当她收到奖项时,她无法掩饰她的幸福。
B1 adjective /ʃeɪpt/

shaped

成形的
Meaning
having a particular form or appearance
Example
The sculpture was shaped like a human figure.
雕塑被塑造成一个人形。
B2 noun /ˌsɪm.ɪˈlær.ə.ti/

Similarity

相似性; 类似性
Meaning
the quality or state of being similar; resemblance
Example
There is a striking similarity between the two paintings.
这两幅画之间有惊人的相似性。
A2 adverb /æz ˈjuː.ʒu.əl/

As usual

像往常一样
Meaning
in the way that is normal or typical; customarily
Example
As usual, he arrived late to the meeting.
像往常一样,他迟到了会议。
C2 noun /ˈlænjæp/

lagniappe

额外礼物
Meaning
A small gift or bonus given by a seller to a customer.
Example
The shopkeeper offered a piece of candy as a lagniappe.
店主作为额外礼物提供了一颗糖果。
B2 adjective /ˌɪn.trəˈdʌk.tər.i/

introductory

介绍性
Meaning
Serving as an introduction; preliminary or preparatory.
Example
The professor gave an introductory lecture on economics.
教授做了关于经济学的介绍性讲座。
B2 noun /ˈbɪʃəp/

bishop

主教
Meaning
a senior member of the Christian clergy, usually in charge of a diocese and empowered to confer holy orders.
Example
The bishop delivered a powerful sermon during Sunday service.
主教在星期天的礼拜中做了一个有力的布道。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈtaɪmli/

Untimely

不合时宜
Meaning
happening at an inappropriate or inconvenient time; premature
Example
His untimely death at the age of thirty shocked everyone.
他的过早死亡在30岁时震惊了所有人。
C1 noun /ɪnˈsæn.ə.ti/

Insanity

疯狂; 精神错乱
Meaning
the state of being seriously mentally ill; extreme foolishness or irrationality
Example
The defense lawyer argued that his client was not guilty by reason of insanity.
辩护律师辩称,他的客户因精神错乱而不应被判有罪。
C2 adjective /ˈɡlɑːbjələr/

globular

球形的
Meaning
Having the shape of a globe; spherical.
Example
The scientist studied the globular cluster of stars.
科学家研究了球状星团。
C1 noun /ˈtuːsəm/

twosome

一对
Meaning
A pair of people considered together, often in a romantic or competitive context.
Example
They entered the dance competition as a twosome.
他们作为一对参加了舞蹈比赛。
C2 noun /ruːˈeɪ/

roue

一位沉迷于感官享受的男人
Meaning
A man devoted to a life of sensual pleasure; a debauched man.
Example
The old roue squandered his fortune on gambling and women.
那位年老的鲁埃把他的财富都浪费在赌博和女人身上。
C2 noun /ˈbæs.tərd tiːk/

Bastard teak

黄花檀
Meaning
A flowering tree with bright orange-red flowers, also known as flame of the forest
Example
The bastard teak tree blooms with vibrant orange flowers in spring.
黄花檀树在春天开出鲜艳的橙色花朵。
C1 noun /ˈbæs.ti.ən/

bastion

堡垒, 防御工事
Meaning
a stronghold or fortification; a place or institution strongly defending particular principles
Example
The castle stood as a bastion against enemy attacks.
这座城堡作为抵御敌人攻击的堡垒而屹立。
C2 adjective /ˈprɪɡɪʃ/

priggish

自以为是的道德主义者
Meaning
self-righteously moralistic and superior
Example
He came across as priggish when correcting everyone's manners.
当他纠正每个人的行为时,他显得很自以为是的道德主义者。
C1 noun /ræθ/

Wrath

愤怒; 怒火
Meaning
extreme anger; intense fury or indignation
Example
His wrath was terrible to behold.
他的愤怒让人无法忍受。
C2 noun /priˈɛmpʃən/

preemption

优先购买权
Meaning
The act of taking action before someone else; the right to purchase or act before others.
Example
The company exercised preemption to acquire the land before competitors.
公司行使优先购买权,在竞争对手之前购买了土地。
C1 noun /əˈduː/

ado

喧闹 / 不必要的活动
Meaning
a fuss or unnecessary activity; trouble or difficulty
Example
Without further ado, let’s begin the ceremony.
不再多言,我们开始仪式。
C1 noun /trɔːf/

trough

槽, 低谷
Meaning
A long, narrow container from which animals eat or drink; also, a low point between waves or in business cycles.
Example
The cows drank water from the wooden trough.
奶牛从木槽里喝水。
A2 noun /ˈket.əl/

Kettle

水壶
Meaning
a container used for boiling water, typically with a lid, spout, and handle
Example
The electric kettle whistled when the water reached boiling point.
电水壶在水达到沸点时发出了哨声。
A2 noun /daʊt/

Doubt

怀疑; 不信任; 疑虑
Meaning
a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction; distrust or suspicion
Example
There was no doubt in her mind that she had made the right decision.
她毫不怀疑自己做出了正确的决定。
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 adjective /ˈhær.oʊ.ɪŋ/

harrowing

令人痛苦的和可怕的
Meaning
extremely distressing or upsetting
Example
It was a harrowing experience to witness the accident.
目睹事故是一次令人痛苦的经历。
C2 noun /ˈfeɪlæŋks/

phalanx

方阵
Meaning
A group of people or things arranged in a compact, close formation; also an ancient Greek military formation.
Example
A phalanx of reporters waited outside the courthouse.
一群记者在法院外等候。
B2 noun, verb /ˈævəlæntʃ/

avalanche

Meaning
(noun) a mass of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountainside; a sudden overwhelming quantity; (verb) to descend like an avalanche
Example
The avalanche buried the mountain road under tons of snow.
C1 noun /ˈæpərtʃər/

aperture

孔洞 / 缝隙
Meaning
an opening, hole, or gap, especially one that lets in light
Example
Light entered through the small aperture in the wall.
光线通过墙上的小孔径进入。
C1 verb /rɪˈbʌf/

rebuff

拒绝
Meaning
to reject or refuse in a sharp or abrupt way
Example
She rebuffed his invitation to dinner.
她拒绝了他的晚餐邀请。
B2 noun /ˈdeb.ɪt/

Debit

借方; 负债; 提款
Meaning
an entry recording an amount owed; money taken from a bank account
Example
The bank showed a debit of fifty dollars from my checking account.
银行显示从我的支票账户中扣除五十美元。
B2 adjective /lɪˈdʒɪt.ɪ.mət/

Legitimate

合法的; 有效的; 真实的; 合理的
Meaning
lawful; valid; genuine; reasonable
Example
He has a legitimate reason for being late.
他有正当的理由迟到。
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。
C1 noun /ˈkæmi.oʊ/

cameo

客串
Meaning
a small but significant role in a play, film, or show, often performed by a well-known person
Example
The actor made a surprise cameo in the movie.
那位演员在电影中出人意料地客串了。
C2 noun /dɪˈpləʊmətɪst/

diplomatist

外交官
Meaning
A person skilled in diplomacy; another word for diplomat.
Example
The diplomatist handled the negotiations with great tact.
外交官以极大的技巧处理了谈判。
C2 noun /ˈdɛntɪfrɪs/

dentifrice

牙膏
Meaning
a substance such as powder, paste, or liquid used to clean teeth
Example
He bought a new herbal dentifrice from the pharmacy.
他从药店买了新的草本牙膏。
C1 noun /ˈten.jər/

Tenure

任期
Meaning
the period of time during which someone holds an office or position
Example
During his tenure as CEO, the company expanded globally.
在他担任CEO期间,公司实现了全球扩展。