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B1 verb ˈɪndɪkeɪts

indicates

表示
Meaning
Point out; show; be a sign or symptom of; suggest as a desirable or necessary course of action.
Example
The rising trend indicates an urgent need for action.
上升的趋势表示迫切需要采取行动。
A2 pronoun /wɒtˈɛvər/

whatever

任何事情
Meaning
used to refer to anything or everything that is of the type mentioned
Example
You can choose whatever you like.
你可以选择任何你想要的。
C1 noun /məˈtɪəriəlɪzəm/

Materialism

物质主义
Meaning
A tendency to consider material possessions more important than spiritual values
Example
The rise of materialism in modern society concerns many philosophers.
现代社会物质主义的崛起让许多哲学家感到担忧。
A2 verb /hʌnt/

hunt

狩猎
Meaning
to chase and kill wild animals; to search for something
Example
The tigers hunt their prey at night.
老虎在夜间追捕它们的猎物。
C1 adjective /loʊθ/

loath

不情愿
Meaning
reluctant or unwilling to do something
Example
She was loath to admit her mistake in front of everyone.
她不愿意在大家面前承认她的错误。
C1 adjective /kwɪər/

Queer

奇怪的; 不寻常的; 特殊的
Meaning
strange; unusual; peculiar; odd
Example
The old house had a queer atmosphere that made visitors uncomfortable.
这座老房子有一种奇怪的气氛，让访客感到不舒服。
B2 noun /əˈmɛnətiz/

amenities

便利设施
Meaning
useful or pleasant facilities and services provided for comfort or convenience
Example
The hotel offers modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi and a swimming pool.
这家酒店提供现代化的便利设施，如免费Wi-Fi和游泳池。
B2 noun /ˈdʌbəl ˈdekər/

Double decker

双层巴士
Meaning
a bus with two levels or floors for passengers
Example
The red double decker bus is a famous symbol of London.
红色的双层巴士是伦敦的一个著名象征。
B2 adjective /aɪˈrɒnɪkəl/

ironical

讽刺的
Meaning
expressing irony; having the nature of irony
Example
Her ironical tone made everyone uncomfortable.
她的讽刺语气让每个人都感到不舒服。
C2 adjective /pəˈlædʒ.ɪk/

pelagic

与开放海洋相关
Meaning
Relating to the open sea or ocean water column, away from the shore.
Example
Pelagic fish like tuna are found far from the coast.
像金枪鱼这样的深海鱼类通常在离海岸很远的地方发现。
B2 noun /ˌɛkskləˈmeɪʃən/

exclamation

感叹
Meaning
A sudden cry or remark expressing strong emotion or surprise.
Example
She let out an exclamation of joy when she heard the news.
当她听到这个消息时，她发出了喜悦的感叹。
C2 noun /ˈswɑːvɪti/

suavity

优雅与魅力
Meaning
smoothness and charm in manner
Example
His suavity made him popular in social gatherings.
他的优雅与魅力使他在社交聚会中很受欢迎。
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。
A2 noun /rent/

Rent

幸福
Meaning
a payment made periodically by a tenant to a landlord for use of property
Example
The monthly rent for this apartment is quite affordable.
当她获得奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。
B2 noun /ˈmæd.nəs/

Madness

疯狂; 疯狂的行为;
Meaning
the state of being mentally ill, especially severely; extremely foolish behavior
Example
It would be madness to drive in this storm.
在这场风暴中开车是疯狂的。
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 adjective tɪˈneɪ.ʃəs

tenacious

顽强
Meaning
Not readily letting go of, giving up, or separated from an object that one holds, a position, or a principle; persistent.
Example
Her tenacious spirit helped her overcome hardships.
她顽强的精神帮助她克服了困难。
C2 adjective ˌeə.rəʊˈstæt.ɪk

aerostatic

气动静态的
Meaning
Relating to or involving gases (especially air) in equilibrium and the equilibrium of balloons or aircraft under the influence of such gases.
Example
Aerostatic designs ensure stability at high altitudes.
气动静态设计确保在高海拔地区的稳定性。
A2 adverb /ɪnˈstɛd/

instead

代替
Meaning
As an alternative or substitute.
Example
She didn’t buy the dress; instead, she chose a pair of shoes.
她没有买那件裙子; 反而她选择了一双鞋子。
C2 verb /ɪˈfjuːz/

effuse

表达
Meaning
To pour out or express feelings freely and openly.
Example
She effused gratitude for the help she received.
她表达了对收到帮助的感激之情。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnkənˈsiːvəbl̩/

inconceivable

难以想象
Meaning
Impossible to imagine or believe; beyond comprehension.
Example
It seemed inconceivable that she could finish the marathon after such little training.
在如此少的训练之后，她能够完成马拉松，这简直难以想象。
C2 noun /ˌɪmprəˈsɑːrioʊ/

impresario

主办人
Meaning
A person who organizes or finances concerts, plays, or operas.
Example
The impresario arranged a series of concerts for the rising star.
这位印普雷萨里奥为崭露头角的明星安排了一系列的音乐会。
C2 noun /ˌvælɪˈdɪkʃən/

valediction

告别辞
Meaning
The act of saying farewell; a formal goodbye.
Example
The professor gave a touching valediction at his retirement ceremony.
教授在退休仪式上发表了感人的告别辞。
B2 noun /joʊlk/

Yolk

蛋黄
Meaning
the yellow internal part of a bird's egg, especially a hen's egg, which is rich in protein and fat
Example
She separated the egg white from the yolk.
她将蛋清与蛋黄分开。
A2 noun /tʃeɪn/

chain

Meaning
a connected series of metal rings used for fastening or securing things; a series of connected events or businesses
Example
He wore a gold chain around his neck.
B1 adjective /ˌʌnɪkˈspektɪd/

Unexpected

出乎意料的; 令人惊讶的
Meaning
not expected or anticipated; surprising
Example
The unexpected news left everyone speechless.
出乎意料的消息让所有人都哑口无言。
C2 noun ˌpɜː.pɪˈtʃuː.ɪ.ti

perpetuity

永恒，永久性，连续性
Meaning
Permanence, eternity, continuity.
Example
The contract ensures payments in perpetuity.
合同保证永续付款。
C2 noun /ˈɔːldər/

alder

榆树
Meaning
A type of tree from the birch family that typically grows in wet ground and has simple, serrated leaves.
Example
The alder trees grew thick along the riverbank.
榆树在河岸旁茂密生长。
C1 noun /əˈstuːt.nəs/

astuteness

机智
Meaning
The ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.
Example
His astuteness helped in negotiations.
他的机智在谈判中起到了帮助作用。
B2 verb /dɪˈsɛnd/

descend

Meaning
To move or fall downward; to come or go down from a higher place.
Example
The hikers descended the steep mountain path.
C1 noun /ˈfjuː.də.lɪ.zəm/

feudalism

封建主义
Meaning
the social system in medieval Europe in which people worked and fought for nobles who gave them protection and land in return
Example
Feudalism shaped the political structure of medieval Europe.
封建主义塑造了中世纪欧洲的政治结构。
C2 noun /ˌpoʊpʊˈriː/

potpourri

干花混合物
Meaning
a mixture of dried flowers and spices kept in a bowl to perfume a room; a miscellaneous collection
Example
The living room was filled with the scent of potpourri.
客厅里充满了波普瑞的香气。
C2 noun /ˈkeɪ.nə.naɪt/

canaanite

迦南人
Meaning
a member of a people who lived in the ancient land of Canaan in the Middle East
Example
The Canaanites were known for their advanced trade networks.
迦南人以其先进的贸易网络而闻名。
C1 noun /ˈdeɪ.ə.ti/

deity

神祇
Meaning
a god or goddess
Example
The temple is dedicated to a Hindu deity.
这座寺庙奉献给一位印度神祇。
B2 noun /ˈɡreɪv.jɑːrd/

Graveyard

墓地
Meaning
an area of land set aside for burial of the dead; a cemetery
Example
The old graveyard near the church dates back to the 18th century.
靠近教堂的老墓地可以追溯到18世纪。
C1 noun/verb /ˈkætəpʌlt/

catapult

弹射器
Meaning
A device for launching objects at high speed; to hurl or launch something suddenly.
Example
The invention catapulted him to international fame.
发明将他弹射到国际声誉。
A2 adjective /duː/

Due

到期的; 预计的; 安排好的
Meaning
owed as a debt; expected at a certain time; scheduled
Example
The assignment is due tomorrow.
作业明天到期。
C1 noun ænˈtɪk.wə.ti

antiquity

古代
Meaning
The ancient past, especially the period of classical and other human civilizations before the Middle Ages.
Example
The ruins are a reminder of the city's antiquity.
这些遗址是这座城市古代的象征。
B2 noun /ˌdɛm.əˈɡræf.ɪks/

Demographics

人口统计学
Meaning
Statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it.
Example
Demographics help in targeted advertising.
人口统计有助于定向广告。
B2 noun /ˈkænən/

Cannon

大炮
Meaning
large heavy gun that fires cannonballs or shells
Example
The castle was defended by several large cannons.
城堡由几门大加农炮保卫。
C1 adjective ˌɜː.ɡəˈnɒm.ɪk

ergonomic

人体工学设计
Meaning
Designed for efficiency and comfort in the working environment; user-friendly and reducing strain.
Example
The chair has an ergonomic design for better posture.
这把椅子有一个人体工学设计，能保持更好的姿势。
B2 noun /ˌkrɛd.ɪˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/

credibility

可信度
Meaning
The quality of being trusted and believed in; trustworthiness.
Example
His credibility as a leader remains unquestioned.
他作为领导者的可信度无可争议。
A2 adjective /kənˈfjuːzd/

confused

困惑的
Meaning
unable to think clearly; uncertain or puzzled
Example
She felt confused by the complicated instructions.
她被复杂的指示弄得很困惑。
C1 adjective /ˈskænti/

Scanty

尺寸或数量小；不足；勉强足够
Meaning
small in size or amount; insufficient; barely adequate
Example
The refugee camp had scanty food supplies.
难民营的食物供应非常少。
B2 verb /ɪnˈtriːɡ/

intrigue

引起兴趣
Meaning
to arouse curiosity or interest; to make someone fascinated
Example
The mystery novel will intrigue any reader.
神秘小说将引起任何读者的兴趣。
B2 noun/adjective /ˈbʌmpər/

bumper

保险杠
Meaning
A protective bar at the front or back of a vehicle; also used to describe something unusually large or successful.
Example
The farmer celebrated a bumper harvest this year.
农民今年庆祝了一个丰收的年份。
C1 verb /ˈɡrætɪfaɪ/

gratify

使满足，使高兴
Meaning
to give pleasure or satisfaction to someone
Example
It gratified him to know his work was appreciated.
知道自己的工作被欣赏，他感到满足。
A2 adjective /wɪrd/

weird

奇怪
Meaning
suggesting something supernatural or very strange; unusual
Example
The movie had a weird ending that nobody expected.
电影有一个奇怪的结局，没有人预料到。
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。
C1 adjective /prəˈvoʊkɪŋ/

Provoking

挑衅的
Meaning
causing anger or strong reaction; irritating; stimulating
Example
His provoking comments made everyone angry.
他挑衅的评论让每个人都生气了。
B1 noun /taɪl/

tile

瓷砖
Meaning
a flat piece of baked clay or other material used for covering roofs, floors, or walls
Example
The kitchen floor is covered with ceramic tiles.
厨房的地板覆盖着陶瓷瓦片。
C2 noun /pʌntʃ ˈfoʊrən/

Panch Phoron

五香粉
Meaning
a Bengali spice blend containing five whole spices: cumin, fennel, fenugreek, nigella, and mustard seeds
Example
The aroma filled the kitchen when she heated panch phoron in oil.
当她在油中加热五香粉时，香气充满了厨房。
C2 noun /ˌpɑːrtjʊˈrɪʃən/

parturition

分娩
Meaning
The act of giving birth; childbirth.
Example
The doctor explained the stages of parturition to the students.
医生向学生们解释了分娩的各个阶段。
C2 verb /ˈdʒɒɡəl/

joggle

轻轻摇动
Meaning
to shake slightly; to move or cause to move with quick, small jerks
Example
He joggled the table and the vase nearly fell.
他晃动了桌子，花瓶差点掉下来。
B2 adjective /prɪˈdɪktəbəl/

predictable

可预测的
Meaning
able to be predicted or foreseen
Example
His reactions were predictable based on his past behavior.
他的反应是可以预测的，基于他的过去行为。
A1 adverb /ˈsʌm.taɪmz/

Sometimes

有时
Meaning
at times; occasionally; now and then
Example
Sometimes I go for a walk in the evening.
有时我会在晚上散步。
B1 adjective /ˌoʊvərˈweɪt/

overweight

超重
Meaning
heavier than is considered healthy or normal
Example
The doctor advised him to lose weight as he was overweight.
医生建议他减肥，因为他超重。
C2 adjective /ˌpɒliˈæn.ɪ.ɪʃ/

pollyannaish

过于乐观
Meaning
overly or blindly optimistic
Example
Her pollyannaish attitude ignored the obvious problems.
她的过于乐观的态度忽略了明显的问题。
B1 noun /əˈtendəns/

Attendance

出席
Meaning
the action or state of going regularly to or being present at a place or event
Example
The teacher takes attendance at the beginning of each class.
老师在每节课开始时点名出席。
B1 noun /ˈhʌŋɡər/

hunger

饥饿
Meaning
the feeling of discomfort caused by lack of food
Example
The child cried out of hunger.
孩子因饥饿而哭泣。
B2 noun /ˌsɪmjuˈleɪʃən/

simulation

模拟
Meaning
the imitation of a situation or process
Example
The simulation helped the students understand the complex theory.
模拟帮助学生理解复杂的理论。
C1 adjective /pərˈpɔːrtɪd/

purported

所谓的
Meaning
alleged or claimed to be true, often without proof
Example
The purported evidence was later proven false.
所谓的证据后来被证明是错误的。
B2 noun /ˌrɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

regulation

由权威制定和维护的规则或指令
Meaning
A rule or directive made and maintained by an authority.
Example
Government regulation ensures fair business practices.
政府规则确保公平的商业实践。
B2 noun /ˈfeð.ər/

Feather

鸟羽毛
Meaning
one of the light structures that cover a bird's body
Example
The peacock has beautiful colorful feathers.
孔雀有美丽的五彩斑斓的羽毛。
B2 noun /ˌnəʊtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

notification

通知
Meaning
an official or formal notice or message informing someone of something; an alert delivered by a system or device
Example
You will receive a notification when your application is approved.
当你的申请被批准时，你会收到通知。
C2 adjective /ˈvɜːrnəl/

vernal

春天的
Meaning
related to spring; fresh, youthful
Example
The garden was filled with vernal beauty after the long winter.
经过漫长的冬季，花园充满了春天的美丽。
A1 verb, noun /mɪs/

miss

错过 / 想念
Meaning
to fail to hit, reach, or meet; to feel the absence of someone or something
Example
I really miss my family when I travel abroad.
当我出国旅行时，我真的很想念我的家人。
B2 adverb /ˈaʊər.li/

Hourly

每小时; 每小时发生或做的事; 持续
Meaning
every hour; happening or done each hour; continuously
Example
The weather report is updated hourly.
天气报告每小时更新一次。
A2 adverb /ˈslaɪtli/

slightly

略微
Meaning
to a small degree or extent
Example
The temperature has slightly increased today.
今天温度略有上升。
B1 verb /dɪˈfɛnd/

defend

辩护
Meaning
To protect someone or something from harm or attack.
Example
The lawyer worked hard to defend her client.
律师努力工作为她的客户辩护。
B1 noun /frʌˈstreɪʃən/

frustration

挫折
Meaning
The feeling of being upset or annoyed due to inability to achieve something.
Example
He felt deep frustration when his plans failed.
当他的计划失败时，他感到深深的挫折。
A2 noun /ˈkʌzn/

cousin

堂兄/堂弟/表兄/表弟
Meaning
A child of one's uncle or aunt.
Example
My cousin is coming to visit us this weekend.
我的堂兄这个周末要来拜访我们。
C1 verb /ˈkʌn.dʒər/

conjure

召唤
Meaning
to summon something as if by magic; to imagine vividly
Example
The magician conjured a rabbit out of the hat.
魔术师从帽子里召唤出了一只兔子。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈkɒmpɪtənt/

incompetent

Meaning
Lacking the necessary ability or skills to do something successfully.
Example
He was fired because he was incompetent at his job.
B2 noun /ˌproʊɪˈbɪʃən/

prohibition

禁止
Meaning
The act of forbidding something by law or authority.
Example
The government announced the prohibition of smoking in public places.
政府宣布在公共场所禁烟。
C2 noun /ˈzuːəʊˌplæŋktən/

zooplankton

浮游动物
Meaning
Microscopic aquatic animals that drift in water bodies and form an essential part of the aquatic food chain, serving as food for fish and other marine organisms.
Example
Zooplankton plays an important role in the aquatic food chain.
浮游动物在水生食物链中起着重要作用。
B2 adjective /ˈɪmɪnənt/

imminent

即将
Meaning
About to happen; likely to occur very soon.
Example
Dark clouds signaled that a storm was imminent.
乌云预示着暴风雨即将来临。
C2 verb /ˌkaʊntərˈveɪl/

countervail

抵消
Meaning
to offset or counteract the effect of something
Example
The benefits of the new policy countervail its drawbacks.
新政策的好处抵消了它的缺点。
C2 noun /ˈel.ɪ.fənt ˈæp.əl/

Elephant Apple

大象苹果
Meaning
a tropical fruit with a hard shell and acidic flesh
Example
Elephant apple is used to make delicious jams and pickles.
大象苹果被用来制作美味的果酱和腌菜。
C1 adjective /ˌʌnəˈdɔːrnd/

unadorned

简单的，未装饰的
Meaning
Plain and simple; not decorated.
Example
The room was unadorned, with only a table and a chair.
房间简单，只有一张桌子和一把椅子。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈɪndʒərd/

uninjured

未受伤
Meaning
Without injury; not physically harmed.
Example
All the passengers were rescued uninjured.
所有乘客都没有受伤并被救援。
A2 verb /pɪk/

pick

选择
Meaning
to choose; to take or select from a group; to pluck or gather
Example
Please pick your favorite color from the palette.
请从调色板中选择您最喜欢的颜色。
C1 noun /ˈkɪləˌwɒt/

kilowatt

千瓦
Meaning
a unit of power equal to 1,000 watts
Example
The generator produces ten kilowatts of electricity.
发电机产生十千瓦的电力。
B1 noun /ʃrɪmp/

Shrimp

虾
Meaning
a small marine crustacean with a slender body and long legs
Example
We ordered grilled shrimp with garlic butter for dinner.
我们点了蒜蓉黄油烤虾做晚餐。
C2 noun /ˌkiː ˈviːv/

qui vive

警觉
Meaning
A state of alertness or vigilance.
Example
The guards were on the qui vive during the night.
警卫们在夜间保持警觉。
A1 adverb /ˈkwɪk.li/

Quickly

迅速; 快速
Meaning
at a fast speed; with little delay; rapidly
Example
He quickly finished his homework.
他迅速完成了他的作业。
C1 verb /rɪˈfjuːt/

refute

驳斥
Meaning
To prove a statement, argument, or theory to be false or invalid.
Example
The lawyer refuted the witness's testimony with solid evidence.
律师用确凿的证据驳斥了证人的证词。
C1 noun ˈiː.pɒk

epoch

时代
Meaning
A period of time in history or a person's life, typically one marked by notable events or particular characteristics.
Example
The invention of the internet marked a new epoch in human history.
互联网的发明标志着人类历史的新纪元。
C2 noun /wiːl/

weal

幸福
Meaning
A raised mark on the skin left after a blow; or general well-being and prosperity.
Example
The charity worked for the common weal of the community.
当她获得奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。
A2 verb /pʊl/

pull

拉
Meaning
to exert force to move something toward oneself; to drag or tug
Example
Please pull the door to open it.
请拉门打开。
C2 noun /dɪˈstreɪnər/

distrainor

财产征收人
Meaning
a person, usually a landlord, who seizes another's property for unpaid debt or rent
Example
The distrainor took possession of the tenant's car until the debt was cleared.
财产征收人扣押了租户的车，直到债务清偿。
B1 noun /lɔːn/

Lawn

草坪
Meaning
an area of short, regularly mown grass in the grounds of a house or in a park
Example
She waters the lawn every morning.
她每天早上浇水给草坪。
C1 noun ˈledʒ.ɪ.slə.tʃər

legislature

立法机关
Meaning
The legislative body of a country or state; the branch of government that makes laws.
Example
The legislature drafts laws for governance.
立法机关起草治理的法律。
C2 verb /dɪˈkæmp/

decamp

逃跑
Meaning
To depart suddenly or secretly, often to avoid trouble or escape.
Example
The thief decamped before the police arrived.
小偷在警察到达之前就逃走了。
A2 noun /ˈdeɪ.tə/

Data

数据
Meaning
facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis; information in digital form
Example
Scientists analyzed the data from thousands of experiments to reach their conclusion.
科学家分析了来自数千个实验的数据，以得出结论。
B2 noun /ˈfɪks.tʃər/

fixture

固定物，安装设备
Meaning
a permanent or fixed object, often in a house or building
Example
The bathroom fixture was installed yesterday.
浴室设备昨天已安装。
C1 verb /rɪˈpiːl/

repeal

Meaning
To officially cancel or revoke a law or decision.
Example
The government decided to repeal the outdated law.
C1 noun /ɪmˈpɛdɪmənt/

impediments

障碍
Meaning
A hindrance or obstruction in doing something; things that prevent progress or achievement.
Example
Economic impediments often hinder social development.
经济障碍常常阻碍社会发展。
C1 adjective /swɑːv/

suave

迷人且优雅
Meaning
charming, confident, and elegant, often in a smooth or polished way
Example
He was a suave gentleman who impressed everyone at the party.
他是一个优雅的绅士，在派对上给大家留下了深刻的印象。
B2 noun /ɡoʊld fɪʃ/

Gold fish

金鱼
Meaning
a small ornamental freshwater fish with golden or orange coloration, commonly kept as a pet
Example
The goldfish swam in circles around its glass bowl.
金鱼在玻璃鱼缸里绕圈游动。
C1 verb /əˈtjuːn/

attune

使适应
Meaning
to make someone or something aware of or responsive to something; to adjust or harmonize
Example
She quickly attuned herself to the needs of her new team.
她很快适应了新团队的需求。
C2 adverb /əˈbɛd/

abed

在床上
Meaning
in bed
Example
She stayed abed all day due to illness.
由于生病，她整天都待在床上。
C1 noun /təˈnæs.ə.ti/

tenacity

坚韧
Meaning
Determination, persistence, and the quality of not giving up
Example
His tenacity in solving problems led to his success.
他在解决问题时的坚韧让他取得了成功。
B2 noun /ˈtɜr.mər.ɪk/

Turmeric

姜黄
Meaning
A bright yellow spice powder made from the root of a tropical plant, used in cooking and medicine
Example
Add turmeric to the curry for color and flavor.
在咖喱中加入姜黄，以增加色彩和味道。
C1 noun /slæɡ/

slag

炉渣
Meaning
Stony waste matter separated from metals during the smelting process.
Example
The factory dumped the slag near the river.
工厂把炉渣倾倒在河边。
C1 noun, adverb /ˈeɪliəs/

alias

别名
Meaning
A false or assumed identity; also used to mean 'otherwise called'.
Example
The criminal was known by the alias 'Shadow'.
罪犯以'影子'为别名。
C2 adjective /ˈdɛprɪkətɔːri/

deprecatory

贬低的
Meaning
expressing disapproval or belittling
Example
He gave a deprecatory remark about their performance.
他对他们的表现做出了贬低的评论。
B2 adjective /ˈlɪniər/

linear

线性
Meaning
Arranged in or extending along a straight line.
Example
The artist used linear perspective in his drawings.
艺术家在他的画作中使用了线性透视。
A1 adjective /ˈspɛʃəl/

special

特别
Meaning
different from what is usual; better or greater than normal
Example
This gift is very special to me.
这份礼物对我来说非常特别。
B2 noun /ˌnɔːrθˈiːst/

northeast

东北
Meaning
the direction between north and east; a region or area located in that direction.
Example
The storm is moving toward the northeast.
暴风雨正朝东北方向移动。
A2 noun /ˈdʒuːəlri/

jewellery

珠宝
Meaning
ornamental items worn for personal adornment, such as rings, necklaces, or bracelets, often made of precious metals or stones
Example
She wore beautiful jewellery to the wedding.
她在婚礼上戴了漂亮的珠宝。
B2 adjective /dɛns/

dense

密集的
Meaning
Closely compacted in substance; having parts crowded together.
Example
The forest was so dense that little sunlight reached the ground.
森林是如此密集，以至于只有很少的阳光照射到地面。
B2 adjective /əˈtʃiːvəbl/

achievable

可实现的
Meaning
Able to be brought about or reached successfully.
Example
Start with achievable steps to stay motivated.
从可实现的步骤开始，以保持动力。
C1 noun /ɡʌst/

Gust

突如其来的强风
Meaning
a sudden strong rush of wind; a sudden burst or outburst of feeling
Example
A powerful gust of wind knocked over the outdoor umbrellas at the cafe.
一阵强风把咖啡馆外的遮阳伞吹倒了。
C1 verb/noun /skɒtʃ/

scotch

结束 / 苏格兰威士忌
Meaning
to put an end to something; also a type of whisky
Example
The report scotched the rumors of a merger.
报告停止了关于合并的谣言。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈθɪŋkəbl/

Unthinkable

难以想象的
Meaning
impossible to conceive or imagine; beyond belief or consideration
Example
It was unthinkable that such a tragedy could happen in our peaceful town.
在我们和平的小镇上发生这样一场悲剧，简直是难以想象的。
B2 verb /ɪnˈdjuːs/

induce

引起
Meaning
to cause or persuade someone to do something; to bring about a result
Example
The doctor induced sleep with a mild sedative.
医生用轻度镇静剂引起了睡眠。
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。
A2 preposition /əˈpɒn/

upon

之后
Meaning
on or immediately after
Example
Upon hearing the news, he rushed to the hospital.
听到消息后，他赶到医院。
C1 verb /ɪnˈdaɪt/

indict

起诉
Meaning
to formally accuse someone of committing a serious crime
Example
The grand jury decided to indict the politician for corruption.
大陪审团决定控告该政治家腐败。
B1 noun ˌɪnspɪˈreɪʃən

inspiration

灵感
Meaning
The process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something, especially to do something creative.
Example
His journey to success became an inspiration for many.
他的成功之路成为了许多人的灵感。