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C1 adverb /ˈhɒtli/

hotly

愤怒地
Meaning
in an intense, angry, or passionate way
Example
She hotly denied the accusations.
她愤怒地否认了这些指控。
C2 noun /ˈdʒæɡ.ər.i/

Jaggary

甘蔗糖
Meaning
unrefined sugar made from sugarcane or palm sap; a traditional sweetener
Example
My grandmother uses jaggery instead of white sugar in her recipes.
我的祖母在她的食谱中使用甘蔗糖代替白糖。
B1 noun ˈproʊtest

protest

抗议
Meaning
A statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something.
Example
Students organized a protest.
学生们组织了一个抗议。
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 /proʊˈskrɪp.ʃən/

proscription

禁令
Meaning
the act of forbidding something, especially by law
Example
The proscription of child labor is an important human rights achievement.
禁止童工劳动是人权的重要成就。
C1 noun /ɪnˈkɜːrʒən/

incursion

入侵
Meaning
A sudden attack or invasion into a place or territory.
Example
The army repelled the enemy incursion at the border.
军队在边境击退了敌人的入侵。
B1 noun ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃənz

examinations

考试
Meaning
A detailed inspection or investigation; a formal test of a person's knowledge or proficiency.
Example
BPSC conducts rigorous examinations.
BPSC 进行严格的考试。
B1 noun /ɪnˌvɛs.tɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

investigation

调查
Meaning
the process of inquiring into or examining something carefully to find the truth
Example
The investigation revealed new evidence about the fraud.
调查揭示了有关欺诈的新证据。
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。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈkʌm/

overcome

克服
Meaning
To succeed in dealing with a problem or difficulty.
Example
You can overcome procrastination with planning.
你可以通过计划来克服拖延症。
B2 adjective /ˈaɪsi/

Icy

冰冷的; 极冷的; 敌对的
Meaning
extremely cold; covered with ice; unfriendly or hostile
Example
The icy wind made everyone shiver.
冰冷的风让每个人都颤抖。
B1 noun /striːm/

stream

溪流
Meaning
A small, narrow river; a continuous flow of something.
Example
The stream of life is unstoppable.
生命的流动是无法阻挡的。
C2 noun /məˈnæʒəri/

menagerie

野生动物收藏
Meaning
a collection of wild animals kept for exhibition; a diverse or strange group of people or things
Example
The circus had a menagerie of exotic animals.
马戏团里有一群异国情调的动物。
B1 noun /rɪˈliːf/

Relief

宽慰; 安慰; 援助
Meaning
a feeling of comfort after worry or distress; assistance given to those in need
Example
She felt great relief when the exam was over.
她在考试结束时感到极大的宽慰。
B2 noun ˈflæʃkɑːrdz

flashcards

学习卡片
Meaning
Cards containing small amounts of information, held up for students to see, as an aid to learning.
Example
Flashcards help in quick memorization.
闪卡帮助快速记忆。
A1 adjective, adverb, pronoun /moʊst/

most

大多数
Meaning
the greatest in amount, degree, or number
Example
Most people like to relax on weekends.
大多数人喜欢在周末休息。
B2 adjective /ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːriəl/

territorial

领土的
Meaning
Relating to the ownership or control of land or territory.
Example
The two countries had a territorial dispute over the island.
这两个国家在这个岛屿上有领土争议。
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。
A1 noun /ˈɛərpleɪn/

airplane

飞机
Meaning
a powered flying vehicle with fixed wings and engines
Example
The airplane took off smoothly from the runway.
飞机平稳地从跑道上起飞。
C2 adjective /səˈlɪsɪtəs/

solicitous

关心
Meaning
showing concern or care for someone's health, happiness, or comfort
Example
She was always solicitous about the well-being of her students.
她总是关心学生们的福祉。
C2 noun /red ˌəʊ.liˈæn.dər/

Red oleander

红色夹竹桃
Meaning
a poisonous flowering shrub with bright red or pink flowers
Example
The red oleander blooms throughout the summer months.
红色夹竹桃在夏季的几个月中盛开。
C2 noun /ˌvɪvɪˈsɛkʃən/

vivisection

在活体动物上进行手术以进行科学研究的实践
Meaning
the practice of performing operations on live animals for scientific research
Example
Vivisection has long been a controversial topic among scientists and animal rights activists.
活体解剖长期以来一直是科学家和动物权利活动家之间的一个争议话题。
C2 noun /ˈpɒmfrɪt/

Pomfret

鲳鱼
Meaning
A deep-bodied marine fish with silvery scales, popular in Asian cuisine
Example
The restaurant serves delicious pomfret curry with rice.
餐厅提供美味的鲳鱼咖喱配米饭。
C1 noun /blæk plʌm/

Black plum

黑李子
Meaning
a dark purple or black colored edible fruit with sweet and sour taste
Example
I picked some fresh black plums from the tree in our backyard.
我从我们后院的树上摘了几颗新鲜的黑李子。
C1 noun /ˈɔːtəkræt/

autocrat

独裁者
Meaning
A ruler with absolute power.
Example
The autocrat controlled the country with an iron fist.
这个独裁者以铁拳统治着国家。
B2 adjective /kənˈsɜːvətɪv/

conservative

保守的
Meaning
Favoring traditional views and values; resistant to change.
Example
He has conservative views on family and society.
他对家庭和社会持有保守的看法。
C1 adjective ˈfæʃ.ɪst

fascist

法西斯
Meaning
Relating to or characteristic of fascism; extremely authoritarian.
Example
Fascist governance undermines freedom.
法西斯统治破坏自由。
C1 adjective, noun /ˈɪnvəlɪd/ (adjective), /ɪnˈvælɪd/ (noun)

invalid

无效的
Meaning
Not valid; having no force or effect. Also refers to a person too weak or ill to care for themselves.
Example
The court declared the contract invalid.
法院宣布合同无效。
C1 noun /ˈek.stə.si/

Ecstasy

极乐
Meaning
an overwhelming feeling of great happiness or joyful excitement
Example
She was in complete ecstasy when she heard the good news.
她听到好消息时完全陷入了极乐。
C2 noun /traɪˈʌmvɪrət/

triumvirate

三头政治
Meaning
A political regime ruled or dominated by three powerful individuals.
Example
The Roman Republic was once governed by a triumvirate.
罗马共和国曾一度由三头政治治理。
B1 adjective /ɪnˈtɜːrnəl/

internal

内部
Meaning
situated inside; relating to the inside or inner part of something
Example
The company is conducting an internal audit this month.
公司本月正在进行内部审计。
C2 noun /ˌbædɪˈnɑːʒ/

badinage

玩笑，幽默对话
Meaning
Playful and humorous conversation; banter.
Example
The friends enjoyed a light badinage over coffee.
朋友们在咖啡旁享受轻松的玩笑。
C2 noun /ɪˌpɪstəˈmɒlədʒi/

epistemology

认识论
Meaning
The branch of philosophy that studies the nature, origin, and scope of knowledge.
Example
Epistemology explores the difference between justified belief and opinion.
认识论探索公正的信仰和意见之间的区别。
A2 adjective /breɪv/

brave

勇敢
Meaning
showing courage in the face of danger or difficulty
Example
The brave firefighter rushed into the burning building.
勇敢的消防员冲进了燃烧的建筑物。
A2 noun /tɪp/

tip

建议
Meaning
a small but useful piece of advice
Example
I received a tip on how to improve my presentation.
我收到了关于如何改进我的演示的建议。
C2 verb /ɛmˈbleɪzən/

emblazon

以显著的方式展示
Meaning
To decorate or display something in a noticeable or impressive way.
Example
The team's logo was emblazoned on their uniforms.
团队的标志被显著地展示在他们的制服上。
C1 noun /ˌrɛfəˈrɛndəm/

referendum

公投
Meaning
a general vote by the population on a single political issue
Example
The government held a referendum on the new constitution.
政府就新宪法举行了公投。
B2 adjective /ˈvʌl.ɡər/

Vulgar

粗俗; 粗鲁; 不文雅;
Meaning
lacking sophistication or good taste; crude and offensive in language or behavior
Example
His vulgar language offended everyone at the dinner party.
他的粗俗语言冒犯了晚宴上的所有人。
C1 noun /njʊəˈrəʊ.sɪs/

neurosis

神经症
Meaning
A relatively mild mental illness that is not caused by organic disease, involving symptoms of stress.
Example
His neurosis made social interactions difficult.
他的神经症使得社交互动变得困难。
A2 noun səˈsaɪəti

society

社会
Meaning
The aggregate of people living together in a more or less ordered community.
Example
Society plays a pivotal role in shaping an individual's values.
社会在塑造个体价值观方面发挥着重要作用。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈraɪp/

Unripe

未成熟的
Meaning
not fully developed or matured; not ready to be eaten
Example
The unripe bananas will turn yellow in a few days.
未成熟的香蕉几天后会变黄。
C2 verb /ˈpɛtɪˌfɒɡ/

pettifog

争论琐碎的事情
Meaning
to argue or quibble over trivial matters; to engage in petty, dishonest practices
Example
The lawyer was accused of trying to pettifog instead of addressing the real issue.
律师被指控试图争论琐碎的事情，而不是解决真正的问题。
A1 adverb /naʊ/

now

现在
Meaning
at the present moment or time
Example
I am studying now.
我现在正在学习。
B2 noun /nɒt/

Knot

结
Meaning
a fastening made by tying a piece of string, rope, or something similar; a hard mass in wood
Example
The sailor tied a secure knot to anchor the boat safely.
水手系了一个稳固的结，以安全地将船锚定。
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 /ˈmɑːrdʒɪn/

Margin

边缘; 边际
Meaning
The edge or border of something; an amount allowed beyond what is needed
Example
Please write your notes in the margin of the page.
请在页面的边缘写下你的笔记。
C1 verb /ˈɪmplɪˌkeɪt/

implicate

牵涉
Meaning
To show someone’s involvement in a crime or wrongdoing.
Example
The evidence implicated several officials in the scandal.
证据揭示了几名官员在丑闻中的牵涉。
C2 noun /ˌvælɪˌtjuːdɪˈnɛəriən/

valetudinarian

疑病症患者
Meaning
A person who is unduly anxious about their health or constantly concerned with minor ailments.
Example
He was regarded as a valetudinarian, always worrying about his health.
他被认为是一个疑病症患者，总是为自己的健康担忧。
B2 adjective /suːˈpɪə.ri.ər/

Superior

卓越; 优于平均水平
Meaning
higher in rank, quality, or importance; better than average
Example
This product is superior to all others in the market.
该产品在市场上优于所有其他产品。
C2 adjective /ˈbrɪndl̩d/

brindled

斑驳
Meaning
Having a brownish or tawny color with streaks or spots of another color.
Example
The farmer owned a brindled cow with distinctive stripes.
农民拥有一头带有显著条纹的斑驳奶牛。
B2 noun /ˌsɛpəˈreɪʃən/

Separation

分离；隔离；拆分
Meaning
the action or state of moving or being moved apart; the division of something into constituent or distinct elements
Example
The separation of the two countries was peaceful.
两个国家的分离是和平的。
C1 noun /ˈnɑv.ɪs/

Novice

新手
Meaning
a person new to or inexperienced in a field or situation; a beginner
Example
As a novice driver, she was very careful on the road.
作为一个新手司机，她在路上非常小心。
C2 noun /ˈpjuːdʒɪlɪst/

pugilist

拳击手
Meaning
A professional or skilled boxer.
Example
The pugilist entered the ring with confidence.
拳击手充满信心地进入了拳台。
A2 noun /ˈɒm.lət/

Omelet

煎蛋饼
Meaning
a dish made from beaten eggs cooked in a frying pan and often folded around a filling
Example
She made a cheese omelet for breakfast.
她做了一个奶酪煎蛋饼作为早餐。
C1 adjective /aʊtˈmoʊdɪd/

outmoded

过时的
Meaning
No longer in fashion or useful; outdated.
Example
That old computer is completely outmoded.
那台旧电脑完全过时了。
C2 noun /θiˈɒkrəsi/

theocrasy

神权政治
Meaning
Government or rule by religious leaders or clergy.
Example
Theocrasy often merges religious authority with political power.
神权政治常常将宗教权威与政治权力结合起来。
C2 verb /ˈæbrəɡeɪt/

abrogate

废除
Meaning
To formally repeal, cancel, or abolish a law, agreement, or custom.
Example
The government decided to abrogate the outdated treaty.
政府决定废除过时的条约。
C1 adjective ʌnˈtʃɑːtɪd

uncharted

未标记
Meaning
Not mapped or surveyed; unknown or unexplored.
Example
The mission aimed to explore uncharted areas of the planet.
该任务旨在探索星球上未标记的区域。
B2 verb, noun, adjective /baʊnd/

bound

有界的 / 受限的
Meaning
To move with large strides or jumps; also refers to being tied, limited, or certain.
Example
The dog bounded across the field with joy.
狗带着快乐跳过了田野。
C1 noun /rɪˈsaɪtər/

reciter

朗诵者
Meaning
a person who recites or repeats something aloud from memory, especially poetry, prayers, or formal texts
Example
The reciter delivered the poem with clarity and emotion.
朗诵者清晰而富有感情地朗诵了这首诗。
C2 noun /ˈmædrɪɡəl/

madrigal

Meaning
A short, lyrical poem set to music, typically from the Renaissance period.
Example
The choir performed a beautiful madrigal from the 16th century.
C1 noun /dɪsˈsɜːrvɪs/

disservice

损害
Meaning
A harmful action; something that does damage rather than help.
Example
Spreading false information is a disservice to the community.
传播虚假信息对社区是一种损害。
C2 noun /ˈkæt.aɪ.ɒn ɪksˌtʃeɪndʒ/

cation-exchange

阳离子交换
Meaning
A chemical process in soil that helps retain nutrients.
Example
The cation-exchange capacity of soil affects plant growth.
土壤的阳离子交换容量会影响植物的生长。
C2 noun /ɒmˈnɪʃəns/

omniscience

全知
Meaning
the state of knowing everything
Example
The novel's narrator has an air of omniscience, revealing every character's thoughts.
小说的叙述者具有全知的气质，揭示每个角色的想法。
C1 noun ˈpɛd.ə.ɡɒ.dʒi

pedagogy

教育学
Meaning
The method and practice of teaching, especially as an academic subject or theoretical concept.
Example
Modern pedagogy focuses on student-centered learning.
现代教育学注重以学生为中心的学习。
A2 adverb /ˈnaʊədeɪz/

Now-a-days

如今; 现在
Meaning
at the present time; in these times
Example
Now-a-days, people prefer online shopping.
现在人们更喜欢在线购物。
C1 verb /ˈdʒɪtər/

jitter

颤抖
Meaning
to shake or tremble slightly, often from fear, nervousness, or excitement
Example
He began to jitter nervously before giving his speech.
他在发表演讲前开始紧张地发抖。
B1 noun /ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntmənt/

disappointment

失望
Meaning
the feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by the non-fulfillment of one's hopes or expectations
Example
Her face showed deep disappointment after hearing the results.
她的脸在听到结果后显露出深深的失望。
B1 noun /ˈmɪk.sər/

Mixer

搅拌机
Meaning
an electric kitchen appliance used for mixing, beating, and whipping ingredients
Example
The chef used a mixer to prepare the cake batter.
厨师用搅拌机准备蛋糕面糊。
A2 noun /ˈkæb.ɪdʒ/

Cabbage

卷心菜
Meaning
a cultivated plant eaten as a vegetable, having thick green or purple leaves surrounding a spherical heart
Example
She chopped the fresh cabbage to make coleslaw for dinner.
她切了新鲜的卷心菜，准备做沙拉。
C2 noun /ɡæf/

gaff

错误
Meaning
A social blunder or mistake; also a hook or device used in fishing or theater.
Example
He made a major gaff during the meeting by forgetting the client's name.
他在会议中犯了一个大错误，忘记了客户的名字。
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。
A1 noun /ˈnʌmbər/

number

号码
Meaning
a mathematical value used to count, measure, or label
Example
She gave me her phone number.
她给了我她的电话号码。
A2 verb /prɪˈtɛnd/

pretend

假装
Meaning
To act as if something is true when it is not.
Example
The children pretended to be superheroes.
孩子们假装成超级英雄。
B2 noun /ˈɪnˌteɪk/

intake

摄入
Meaning
the process of taking something in, especially food or drink
Example
He monitored his daily intake of calories to maintain a healthy diet.
他监控着自己每天的卡路里摄入量，以保持健康的饮食。
C2 noun /nəˈkrɒpəlɪs/

necropolis

古代墓地
Meaning
a large ancient cemetery with elaborate tombs
Example
The archaeologists discovered artifacts in the necropolis of the ancient city.
考古学家在古城的内克罗波利斯中发现了文物。
B1 adjective /əˈlaɪk/

Alike

相似; 以相同的方式
Meaning
similar in appearance or nature; in the same way
Example
The two sisters look very much alike.
这两个姐妹看起来非常相似。
C2 noun /ˌkæstɪˈɡeɪʃən/

castigation

严厉的批评或惩罚
Meaning
Severe criticism or punishment for wrongdoing.
Example
The manager’s harsh castigation shocked the entire team.
经理的严厉批评震惊了整个团队。
B1 noun /ˈɑb.stə.kəl/

Obstacle

障碍
Meaning
something that blocks or makes progress difficult; a barrier
Example
Bad weather was the main obstacle to our journey.
坏天气是我们旅行的主要障碍。
C2 adjective /ɪmˈpruːdənt/

imprudent

鲁莽
Meaning
Not showing care for the consequences of an action.
Example
It was imprudent to drive in such stormy weather.
在如此暴风雨的天气下开车是鲁莽的。
C1 noun /rɪˈtrækʃən/

retraction

撤回，撤回声明
Meaning
the act of taking back a statement, promise, or belief
Example
The newspaper issued a retraction of the false report.
报纸发布了对虚假报道的撤回。
B2 adjective /ˈhɪli/

hilly

多丘陵的
Meaning
having many hills; characterized by hills or slopes
Example
The village is located in a beautiful hilly region.
这个村庄位于一个美丽的多丘陵地区。
B1 verb /əˈdʒʌst/

adjust

调整
Meaning
to change something slightly to make it more suitable or effective
Example
She adjusted the mirror to see the road clearly.
她调整了镜子以清晰地看见路。
B2 noun /əˈkʌmplɪʃmənt/

accomplishment

成就
Meaning
something that has been achieved successfully
Example
Graduating from university was a major accomplishment for him.
大学毕业对他来说是一个重大的成就。
C1 adjective /ɪkˈstreɪ.ni.əs/

extraneous

无关
Meaning
Not directly related or essential to the matter at hand; irrelevant.
Example
The editor removed extraneous details from the report.
编辑从报告中删除了无关的细节。
C1 noun /ˈɑːr.tər.i/

Artery

动脉
Meaning
a blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart to other parts of the body
Example
The doctor checked the pulse in his artery.
医生检查了他动脉的脉搏。
C1 adjective /tænˈdʒɛnʃəl/

tangential

切线的
Meaning
relating to or along a tangent; slightly or indirectly related to something
Example
His remarks were tangential to the main topic of discussion.
他的评论与讨论的主题有点关系。
C1 verb ɪˈræd.ɪ.keɪt

eradicate

根除
Meaning
To destroy completely; to put an end to something undesirable.
Example
Vaccination programs help eradicate infectious diseases.
疫苗接种计划帮助根除传染性疾病。
C1 noun /ˈzɛnəˌfoʊb/

xenophobe

仇外者
Meaning
a person who dislikes or fears people from other countries or cultures
Example
The politician was criticized as a xenophobe due to his anti-immigrant policies.
由于他反移民的政策，这位政治家被批评为仇外者。
C1 adjective + noun kəˈmendəbəl ɪˈnɪʃətɪvz

commendable initiatives

值得赞扬的倡议
Meaning
Praiseworthy efforts or actions that deserve admiration and approval.
Example
The commendable initiatives aim to raise awareness.
这些值得赞扬的倡议旨在提高意识。
C2 adjective /ˌnɒnkəˈmɪtl̩/

noncommittal

Meaning
Not expressing or showing a clear opinion, decision, or commitment.
Example
She gave a noncommittal reply when asked about her future plans.
C1 adjective /ˈɡæl.ənt/

gallant

勇敢的, 英雄的
Meaning
Brave, heroic, or chivalrous.
Example
The gallant firefighter saved the child from the burning building.
勇敢的消防员从燃烧的建筑物中救出了孩子。
B1 noun /ˈɡæðərɪŋ/

gathering

聚会
Meaning
a meeting or assembly of people for a particular purpose
Example
We attended a family gathering last weekend.
我们上周末参加了一个家庭聚会。
C1 noun /ˈhaɪ.drəʊˌpaʊər ˌdʒen.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

hydropower generation

水力发电
Meaning
The production of electrical power through the use of the gravitational force of falling or flowing water.
Example
Hydropower generation promotes green energy.
水力发电促进绿色能源。
B2 noun /ˈmɜːrsi/

Mercy

仁慈
Meaning
Compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone whom it is in one's power to punish
Example
The judge showed mercy and gave him a lighter sentence.
法官展现了仁慈，并给了他更轻的判决。
C1 verb /bɪˈriːv/

bereave

失去亲人
Meaning
to deprive someone of a loved one through death
Example
She was bereaved of her husband last year.
她去年失去了她的丈夫。
C1 noun /ˌvɜːrtʃuˈoʊsoʊ/

virtuoso

艺术大师
Meaning
A person highly skilled in music, art, or another artistic pursuit.
Example
The pianist is a true virtuoso, captivating audiences worldwide.
这位钢琴家是真正的艺术大师，吸引着全球的观众。
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。
A1 noun /ˈɑːnti/

aunty

阿姨
Meaning
the sister of one’s father or mother; a term of respectful address for an older woman, especially in South Asian usage
Example
My aunty lives near our house and often visits us.
我的阿姨住在我们家附近，经常来看我们。
B2 adjective /ˌʌndɪˈveləpt/

Undeveloped

未开发的; 未成熟的; 原始的
Meaning
not yet developed; immature or primitive
Example
The undeveloped land was later turned into a park.
未开发的土地后来被改建成了一个公园。
C1 noun dɪˈdʒɛnəˌreɪtɪv dɪˈzizɪz

degenerative diseases

退行性疾病
Meaning
Medical conditions that involve the deterioration or progressive decline of tissues, organs, or functions
Example
Degenerative diseases are common in an aging population.
退行性疾病在老龄化人口中很常见。
B1 noun /ˌsaʊθˈwɛst/

southwest

西南
Meaning
the direction that is between south and west; a region in that direction
Example
They traveled to the southwest of the country for their vacation.
他们去国家的西南部度假。
C1 adjective /əˈprɛs.ɪv/

Oppressive

压迫的
Meaning
Harsh and authoritarian; overwhelming; causing distress; tyrannical;
Example
The oppressive heat made it difficult to work outside during the summer.
压迫性的热浪使得夏天在外工作变得很困难。
B2 noun /ˈkɒn.ʃəs.nəs/

consciousness

意识
Meaning
The state of being aware of and able to think about one's existence, sensations, thoughts, and surroundings.
Example
Meditation helps improve consciousness and clarity of thought.
冥想有助于提高意识和思维的清晰度。
C1 noun /ˈtrɪkstər/

trickster

骗子
Meaning
A person who cheats or deceives people.
Example
The old man turned out to be a clever trickster who fooled everyone.
那位老人竟然是个聪明的骗子，骗了所有人。
B2 verb/noun /buː/

boo

Meaning
To show disapproval by shouting 'boo'; or a sound made to surprise or scare.
Example
The audience began to boo the bad performance.
B1 noun /ˌdiː.enˈeɪ/

dna

脱氧核糖核酸
Meaning
Deoxyribonucleic acid, the molecule that carries genetic information in living organisms.
Example
Scientists extracted DNA from the ancient bones.
科学家从古代骨头中提取了DNA。
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。
C1 verb /ˈsɪvɪlaɪz/

civilize

使文明
Meaning
to bring a society or group to a more developed, organized, or socially acceptable state; to educate and refine behavior
Example
Education can help civilize communities by promoting shared values and respect.
教育可以通过促进共同价值观和尊重来使社区更加文明。
C1 noun /voʊɡ/

vogue

时尚
Meaning
the prevailing fashion, style, or trend at a particular time
Example
Minimalist design is currently in vogue.
极简设计目前很时尚。
C1 adjective /ˈblaɪtɪd/

blighted

荒废的
Meaning
Spoiled, damaged, or destroyed.
Example
The blighted neighborhood was abandoned by most residents.
荒废的社区被大多数居民遗弃。
C1 noun /stɑːr fruːts/

Star Fruits

星形水果
Meaning
yellow tropical fruits that form a star shape when sliced crosswise; tangy and crisp taste
Example
When you slice star fruits, they look like beautiful yellow stars on your plate.
当你切开星形水果时，它们看起来就像盘子上的美丽黄色星星。
C2 noun /lɪˈnoʊ.li.əm/

linoleum

油布
Meaning
a durable, washable floor covering made from solidified linseed oil, wood flour, or cork dust on a canvas backing
Example
They decided to cover the kitchen floor with linoleum.
他们决定用油布覆盖厨房的地板。
C2 adjective /ˌɪnkoʊˈɜːrsəbl̩/

incoercible

无法强迫的
Meaning
Not capable of being forced, compelled, or restrained.
Example
Her incoercible spirit inspired others to fight for justice.
她那无法强迫的精神激励了其他人争取正义。
C1 noun /dɜːrθ/

dearth

匮乏
Meaning
A scarcity or lack of something.
Example
There was a dearth of food during the famine.
在饥荒期间，食物短缺。
C1 adjective /ɪˈnɜːrt/

inert

惰性
Meaning
lacking the ability or strength to move or act; chemically inactive
Example
The patient remained inert on the bed.
病人躺在床上保持不动。
A2 noun /ɡlʌvz/

Gloves

手套
Meaning
coverings for the hands with separate parts for each finger
Example
She wore warm gloves to protect her hands from the cold.
她戴上温暖的手套，保护双手免受寒冷。
C1 noun /ˈkɜːrfjuː/

curfew

宵禁
Meaning
a rule requiring people to stay indoors after a certain time, usually at night
Example
The city imposed a curfew during the unrest.
城市在骚乱期间实施了宵禁。
B2 verb /dʌmp/

dump

草率地丢弃或放下某物
Meaning
to drop or dispose of something carelessly; to end a relationship suddenly
Example
He dumped all the trash into the bin.
他把所有的垃圾都扔进了垃圾桶。
C1 noun /dɪsˈɪntrəst/

disinterest

冷漠
Meaning
lack of interest or concern
Example
His disinterest in the project was obvious.
他对这个项目的冷漠是显而易见的。
B2 adjective /ˈɛv.ə.ɡriːn/

evergreen

常绿
Meaning
Remaining green and functional throughout the year; not shedding leaves seasonally.
Example
Evergreen trees like pine and fir stay green year-round.
常绿树木如松树和冷杉树全年保持绿色。