B2 adjective /ɪsˈlɑːmɪk/

islamic

伊斯兰的

Meaning

relating to Islam, its followers, or its teachings

Example

The city has many Islamic cultural centers.

这座城市有许多伊斯兰文化中心。

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。

B2 verb /ˈɪr.ɪ.teɪt/

irritate

刺激

Meaning

To make someone annoyed or angry; to cause discomfort or inflammation.

Example

Rubbing your eyes can irritate them.

摩擦眼睛可能会刺激它们。

B2 noun, verb /ˈɪnstɪˌtjuːt/

institute

学院

Meaning

as a noun, an organization founded for a specific purpose; as a verb, to establish or initiate

Example

The university decided to institute new rules for the library.

大学决定为图书馆制定新规则。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈvɪz.ə.bəl/

Invisible

看不见的

Meaning

unable to be seen; not visible to the eye

Example

The bacteria are invisible without a microscope.

细菌在没有显微镜的情况下看不见。

B2 noun ɪnˈtɛɡrɪti

integrity

完整性

Meaning

The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.

Example

Teachers' integrity fosters a positive learning environment.

教师的完整性促进了积极的学习环境。

B2 noun /ɪnˈsen.tɪv/

Incentive

激励; 鼓励

Meaning

a thing that motivates or encourages someone to do something; a reward or penalty that influences behavior

Example

The company offered a cash incentive to employees who exceeded their sales targets.

公司向超额完成销售目标的员工提供了现金激励。

B2 noun ɪˈlɪtərəsi

illiteracy

文盲

Meaning

The inability to read and write; lack of education or knowledge in a particular area.

Example

Illiteracy often leads to poverty and unemployment.

文盲常常导致贫困和失业。

B2 verb /ɪnˈfɛkt/

infect

传染

Meaning

To contaminate with a disease-causing organism.

Example

The virus can infect healthy people quickly.

病毒可以迅速传染健康的人。

B2 noun /ˌɪnəˈbɪləti/

inability

无能

Meaning

the state of being unable to do something

Example

His inability to make decisions affected his career.

他无法做决定，这影响了他的职业生涯。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈseɪn/

insane

疯狂

Meaning

mentally ill; extremely foolish or unreasonable

Example

The idea of jumping off the cliff seemed insane.

从悬崖上跳下的想法显得疯狂。

B2 verb /ˈaɪ.sə.leɪt/

isolate

孤立

Meaning

To separate something or someone from others.

Example

Doctors tried to isolate the patient to prevent the spread of infection.

医生试图将病人隔离，以防止感染传播。

B2 noun /ɪˈluː.ʒən/

Illusion

幻觉

Meaning

a thing that is or is likely to be wrongly perceived or interpreted; a false idea or belief

Example

The magician created a spectacular illusion that made the elephant appear to vanish.

魔术师创造了一个壮观的幻觉，使得大象看起来像消失了一样。

B2 noun /ɪsˈlɑːm/

islam

伊斯兰教

Meaning

the religion founded by the Prophet Muhammad, based on belief in one God (Allah)

Example

Islam emphasizes peace, justice, and compassion.

伊斯兰教强调和平、公正与慈悲。

B2 verb /ˌɪntərˈviːn/

intervene

介入

Meaning

To come between people, groups, or events, often to prevent conflict or improve a situation.

Example

The teacher had to intervene to stop the fight between the students.

老师不得不介入，阻止学生之间的打架。

B2 noun ˌɪn.tɪˈɡreɪ.ʃən

integration

整合。统一。

Meaning

The action or process of integrating; the process of combining or adding parts to make a unified whole.

Example

Integration of networks will improve global communication.

网络的整合将改善全球通信。

B2 adjective ˈaɪsəˌleɪtɪd

isolated

孤立

Meaning

Alone or separated from others; having little or no contact with other people.

Example

Technological advancements often leave people isolated.

技术进步常常使人们感到孤立。

B2 noun ɪnˈfleɪʃən

inflation

通货膨胀

Meaning

A general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money.

Example

Inflation erodes the purchasing power of consumers.

通货膨胀侵蚀了消费者的购买力。

B2 verb /ɪˈnɪʃieɪt/

initiate

启动

Meaning

to begin or start; to introduce someone to a new activity

Example

The company will initiate a new training program.

公司将启动一个新的培训项目。

B2 noun /ɪnˈvɛstɪˌɡeɪtər/

investigator

幸福

Meaning

a person who carries out a formal inquiry or investigation

Example

The investigator gathered evidence from the crime scene.

当她获得奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。

B2 noun /ɪnˈdʌstriəl ˌrɛvəˈluːʃən/

Industrial Revolution

工业革命

Meaning

The rapid development of industry that occurred in Britain in the late 18th and 19th centuries, brought about by the introduction of machinery and characterized by the use of steam power and the growth of factories.

Example

The Industrial Revolution marked a shift in production processes.

工业革命标志着生产过程的变革。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈkluːsɪv/

inclusive

包容的

Meaning

Including all the services, facilities, or items normally expected or required; not excluding any section of society or any party involved.

Example

Inclusive growth benefits all sections of society.

包容性增长惠及社会的所有阶层。

B2 adjective ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡreɪ.tɪd

integrated

集成

Meaning

Combining or coordinating separate elements so as to provide a harmonious, interrelated whole.

Example

Integrated systems optimize efficiency.

集成系统优化效率。

B2 verb ˈɪmplɪmentɪd

implemented

实施

Meaning

Put a decision or plan into effect; carried out or executed.

Example

The master plans were partially implemented.

主要计划已部分实施。

B2 verb /ɪnˈsʌlt/

insult

侮辱

Meaning

to speak or act in a way that hurts someone's feelings or shows disrespect

Example

He felt insulted by her rude comments.

他因她的粗鲁评论而感到被侮辱。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈstrʌkʃənəl/

instructional

教学的

Meaning

providing knowledge or information; intended to teach

Example

The website offers many instructional videos for beginners.

该网站提供许多教学视频，适合初学者。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnkənˈviːniənt/

Inconvenient

不便的; 难堪的; 麻烦的

Meaning

causing trouble, difficulties, or discomfort; awkward; troublesome

Example

The broken elevator made it inconvenient to reach the top floor.

坏掉的电梯使得到达顶楼变得不方便。

B2 noun /ɪnˈtɜː.prə.tər/

Interpreter

口译员; 翻译员;

Meaning

a person who translates orally from one language into another; someone who explains meaning

Example

The international conference hired professional interpreters to translate speeches in real time.

国际会议聘请了专业口译员来实时翻译演讲。

B2 adjective/noun /ɪˈrɑːki/

iraqi

伊拉克的

Meaning

relating to Iraq or its people

Example

The Iraqi culture is rich and diverse.

伊拉克的文化丰富多样。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈsɛnsətɪv/

insensitive

迟钝的

Meaning

Showing or feeling no concern for others' feelings.

Example

His insensitive comment hurt her deeply.

他迟钝的评论深深伤害了她。

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 adjective /ˈaɪ.dəl/

Idle

懒惰的; 不活跃的; 没有工作的

Meaning

lazy; inactive; not working or being used

Example

The factory workers were idle during the strike.

工厂工人在罢工期间闲置。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtriːɡɪŋ/

intriguing

非常有趣和不寻常；激发好奇心

Meaning

very interesting and unusual; arousing curiosity

Example

The movie has an intriguing plot that keeps the audience hooked.

这部电影有一个引人入胜的情节，吸引着观众。

B2 noun /ˌaɪ.səˈleɪ.ʃən/

Isolation

隔离

Meaning

the process or fact of isolating or being isolated; separation from other people or things

Example

The patient was kept in isolation to prevent the spread of the infectious disease.

病人被隔离，以防止传染病的传播。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtɒlərənt/

intolerant

不宽容

Meaning

unwilling to accept or respect beliefs or behavior different from one's own

Example

He is intolerant of any opinion that differs from his own.

他不能容忍与自己意见不同的任何观点。

B2 verb /ɪnˈveɪd/

invade

入侵

Meaning

to enter a place or country forcefully, especially as an enemy

Example

The army invaded the neighboring country.

军队入侵了邻国。

B2 noun ˌɪmplɪmenˈteɪʃən

implementation

实施

Meaning

The process of putting a decision or plan into effect; execution.

Example

Proper implementation of policies is crucial.

政策的正确实施至关重要。

B2 adverb /ˌɪndəˈrɛktli/

indirectly

间接地

Meaning

in a way that is not direct; through an intermediate means or influence

Example

The policy affected small businesses indirectly.

该政策间接地影响了小企业。

B2 noun /ɪnˈventər/

inventor

发明家

Meaning

a person who creates or designs something new, especially a device, method, or process

Example

The inventor patented her new medical device.

这位发明家为她的新医疗设备申请了专利。

B2 verb /ɪnˈkwaɪər/

inquire

询问

Meaning

to ask; to investigate

Example

She inquired about the job opening.

她询问了职位空缺。

B2 noun /ɪnˈtɛnsəti/

intensity

强度

Meaning

The quality of being extreme, strong, or forceful in degree.

Example

The intensity of the storm frightened the villagers.

风暴的强度吓坏了村民。

B2 verb /ɪnˈherɪt/

inherit

继承

Meaning

to receive money, property, or characteristics from someone when they die; to acquire from predecessors

Example

She inherited her grandmother's house.

她继承了她祖母的房子。

B2 noun /ɪnˈsɪstəns/

insistence

坚持

Meaning

the act of demanding something firmly or repeatedly

Example

At his insistence, we stayed longer.

在他的坚持下，我们待得更久。

B2 verb /ɪnˈʃʊər/

insure

投保

Meaning

to provide insurance; to make certain

Example

I need to insure my new car.

我需要为我的新车投保。

B2 adjective /ɪˈlɪt.ər.ət/

Illiterate

文盲; 不识字的; 无知的

Meaning

unable to read or write; lacking education

Example

The program aims to help illiterate adults learn to read and write.

该计划旨在帮助文盲成年人学习读写。

B2 verb /ɪnˈspekt/

inspect

检查

Meaning

to examine something carefully to check for problems or faults

Example

The engineer will inspect the building for structural damage.

工程师将检查建筑物的结构损坏。

B2 adjective /aɪˈrɒnɪk/

ironic

讽刺的，讽刺性的

Meaning

happening in the opposite way to what is expected, often amusing or sarcastic

Example

It is ironic that the fire station burned down.

消防站着火了，真讽刺。

B2 noun /aɪˈdiː/

id

身份证件

Meaning

identification; a document or number used to prove who someone is

Example

Please show your ID at the entrance.

请在入口处出示你的身份证件。

B2 adjective /ɪˈmædʒ.ɪ.nər.i/

Imaginary

想象的; 虚构的; 不现实的

Meaning

existing only in imagination; not real; fictional

Example

The child had an imaginary friend who she talked to every day.

那个孩子有一个想象的朋友，每天和他说话。

B2 adjective + noun aɪˈdiːəl ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt

ideal environment

理想环境

Meaning

Perfect or most suitable conditions for growth or development

Example

Winter creates an ideal environment for vegetable growth.

冬天为蔬菜生长创造了理想的环境。

B2 noun /ˈɪntərfeɪs/

interface

界面

Meaning

a point where two systems, subjects, or organizations meet and interact

Example

The user interface is designed to be intuitive and user-friendly.

用户界面被设计为直观且用户友好。

B2 noun /ˈɪdɪət/

idiot

白痴

Meaning

a person who acts in a way that is considered very stupid or foolish

Example

He acted like an idiot at the party last night.

他昨晚在派对上像个白痴一样表现。

B2 noun ˈɪn.frəˌstrʌk.tʃər

infrastructure

基础设施

Meaning

The basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.

Example

Digital infrastructure is vital for future advancements.

数字基础设施对未来的进步至关重要。

B2 verb /ɪnˈhæbɪt/

inhabit

栖息

Meaning

to live in; to occupy as a dwelling

Example

Many animals inhabit the forest.

许多动物栖息在森林中。

B2 verb /ˈɪmɪɡreɪt/

immigrate

移民

Meaning

to come to live permanently in a foreign country

Example

He immigrated to Canada five years ago.

他五年前移民到了加拿大。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnstɪˈtjuːʃənl/

institutional

制度的

Meaning

Relating to an organization or established practice.

Example

The government made several institutional reforms in education.

政府在教育领域进行了一些制度改革。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈper.ə.tɪv/

imperative

命令式

Meaning

Of vital importance; crucial; giving or expressing a command.

Example

It is imperative to address the climate crisis immediately.

必须立即解决气候危机。

B2 noun ˌɪn.stəˈleɪ.ʃən

installation

安装

Meaning

The action or process of installing someone or something, or of being installed.

Example

The installation of the submarine cable is almost complete.

海底电缆的安装几乎完成。

B2 noun /ɪnˈkluːʒən/

inclusion

包容

Meaning

the action or state of including or being included within a group or structure

Example

Diversity and inclusion are key values in modern workplaces.

多样性和包容性是现代工作场所的关键价值观。

B2 noun ɪnˈdʒʌstɪs

injustice

不公正

Meaning

Lack of fairness or justice; the practice of being unjust or unfair.

Example

The story portrays the injustices faced by the common people.

故事描绘了普通人面临的不公正。

B2 adjective /ɪˈmens/

Immense

巨大的; 庞大的; 无限大的

Meaning

extremely large or great; huge

Example

The immense mountain range stretched across the horizon.

那座巨大的山脉横跨了地平线。

B2 adjective /ɪˈrɛləvənt/

Irrelevant

不相关的

Meaning

not connected with or relevant to something; having no bearing on the matter

Example

Your past mistakes are irrelevant to this discussion.

你过去的错误与这个讨论无关。

B2 noun /ˌɪnstəˈbɪləti/

instability

不稳定

Meaning

lack of stability or balance; tendency to change, fail, or collapse easily

Example

Political instability has slowed economic growth in the region.

政治不稳定减缓了该地区的经济增长。

B2 noun ˌɪnɪˈkwɒlɪti

inequality

不平等

Meaning

Difference in size, degree, circumstances, etc.; lack of equality.

Example

The theme of inequality is prominent throughout the story.

不平等的主题在整个故事中是显著的。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈpɜːrfɪkt/

imperfect

不完美

Meaning

Not perfect; having faults or flaws.

Example

The painting was beautiful despite being imperfect.

这幅画很美，尽管它不完美。

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。

B2 noun ˈɪnər strɛŋkθ

inner strength

内在力量

Meaning

Mental or spiritual power that helps a person cope with difficulties.

Example

Community service fosters inner strength in individuals.

社区服务促进了个人的内在力量。

B2 noun /ˈɪnvənˌtɔːri/

inventory

清单

Meaning

A complete list of items, such as goods in stock or property.

Example

The shopkeeper checked the inventory before opening the store.

店主在开店前检查了清单。

B2 verb /ɪmˈplaɪ/

imply

暗示

Meaning

To suggest something without directly stating it.

Example

Her tone seemed to imply that she was upset.

她的语气似乎暗示她很不高兴。

B2 adjective /ˌɪrɪˈzɪstəbəl/

Irresistible

不可抗拒的

Meaning

too attractive and tempting to be resisted; impossible to resist

Example

The chocolate cake was absolutely irresistible.

这块巧克力蛋糕简直让人无法抗拒。

B2 adjective ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntl

instrumental

重要的

Meaning

Serving as a crucial means, agent, or tool; having a part in bringing about a result.

Example

Children can be instrumental in building a better society.

孩子们可以在建设更好的社会中发挥重要作用。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnɪˈfɪʃənt/

Inefficient

无效率

Meaning

not achieving maximum productivity; wasteful of time or resources

Example

The old computer system was inefficient and wasted a lot of time.

老旧的计算机系统效率低，浪费了很多时间。

B2 noun ɪnˌdʌstrɪəlaɪˈzeɪʃən

industrialization

工业化

Meaning

The development of industries in a country or region on a wide scale.

Example

Industrialization changed the global economy dramatically.

工业化显著改变了全球经济。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈækjərət/

Inaccurate

不正确; 错误的; 错误的

Meaning

not correct; containing errors; wrong

Example

The weather forecast was inaccurate yesterday.

昨天的天气预报不准确。

B2 adjective ɪˈmɜː.sɪv

immersive

沉浸式

Meaning

Providing, involving, or characterized by deep absorption or immersion in something.

Example

Virtual reality creates an immersive learning environment.

虚拟现实创造了一个沉浸式学习环境。

B2 noun ˈɪn.deks

index

索引

Meaning

An alphabetical list of names, subjects, etc. with references to the places where they occur, typically found at the end of a book; a sign or measure of something.

Example

An index organizes critical data.

索引组织重要数据。

B2 noun /ɪnˈtɛnt/

intent

意图

Meaning

the purpose or reason behind an action; a strong determination to do something

Example

Her intent was to improve the quality of education in the community.

她的意图是提高社区的教育质量。

B2 verb /ɪnˈdʌldʒ/

indulge

纵容

Meaning

to allow oneself to enjoy something enjoyable, often excessively

Example

He indulged in a piece of chocolate cake after dinner.

他在晚餐后沉浸在一块巧克力蛋糕中。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtɛns/

intense

强烈

Meaning

Of extreme force, degree, or strength.

Example

She felt intense pain after the accident.

她在事故后感到剧烈的疼痛。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnəˈproʊpriət/

inappropriate

不适当

Meaning

not suitable or proper in the circumstances

Example

It was inappropriate to talk loudly in the library.

在图书馆大声说话是不适当的。

B2 noun /ˈɪɡ.nər.əns/

Ignorance

无知

Meaning

lack of knowledge or information; the state of being uninformed about something

Example

His ignorance about basic computer skills made it difficult for him to find a job.

他对基本计算机技能的无知使他很难找到工作。

B2 verb /ɪnˈstrʌkt/

instruct

指示

Meaning

to teach; to give directions

Example

The teacher instructed the students carefully.

老师仔细地指示了学生。

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。

B2 adjective /ˈɪnfɪnɪt/

infinite

无限

Meaning

limitless or endless in space, extent, or number

Example

The universe is often described as infinite.

宇宙常被描述为无限的。

B2 adverb /ɪmˈpɒlɪtli/

impolitely

不礼貌地

Meaning

in a rude or discourteous manner; without showing respect or proper manners

Example

He spoke impolitely to the waiter despite the polite service.

尽管服务很好，他还是不礼貌地对服务员说话。

B2 adjective /ɪˈreɡjələr/

irregular

不规则的

Meaning

not even or consistent in shape, pattern, time, or behavior; not following normal rules

Example

His attendance at work has been irregular this month.

他这个月上班出勤不规则。

B2 noun ˌɪntəˈlektʃuəlz

intellectuals

知识分子

Meaning

People possessing a highly developed intellect; scholars or academics.

Example

Intellectuals protested against the dominance.

知识分子反对霸权。

B2 noun /ɪnˈfɪnɪti/

infinity

无限

Meaning

A concept describing something without any limit or end.

Example

The universe seems to stretch into infinity.

宇宙似乎无限延伸。

B2 adjective /ˈɪrɪteɪtɪd/

irritated

恼火的

Meaning

feeling annoyed or impatient; having inflamed or sore physical condition

Example

She felt irritated by the constant noise outside her window.

窗外持续的噪音让她感到恼火。

Meaning

to explain the meaning of something; to translate orally

Example

She had to interpret the speech for the foreign guests.

B2 adjective /ɪnˈfekʃəs/

infectious

传染性的; 有感染力的

Meaning

capable of causing infection or disease; spreading easily from one person to another; able to spread feelings or attitudes such as enthusiasm

Example

Her infectious laughter made everyone in the room smile.

她富有感染力的笑声让大家都笑了。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnkənˈsɪstənt/

inconsistent

不一致

Meaning

Not staying the same throughout; lacking harmony or regularity.

Example

His answers were inconsistent and confusing.

他的回答不一致且令人困惑。

B2 adjective ɪnˈev.ɪ.tə.bəl

inevitable

不可避免的

Meaning

Certain to happen; unavoidable.

Example

Death is an inevitable part of life.

死亡是生命中不可避免的一部分。

B2 adjective /aɪˈdentɪkəl/

Identical

相同的; 完全一样的

Meaning

exactly the same; not different in any way

Example

The twins look completely identical to each other.

这对双胞胎看起来完全一样。

B2 noun /ɪnˈkwaɪəri/ or /ˈɪnkwəri/

inquiry

调查 / 查询

Meaning

An act of asking for information; an investigation into something.

Example

The committee launched an inquiry into the financial irregularities.

委员会启动了对金融不规范行为的调查。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈfɪə.ri.ər/

inferior

低级的

Meaning

Of lower quality, rank, or status.

Example

This material is inferior to the one we used before.

这种材料比我们之前用的差。

B2 noun /ˈɪnˌsaɪt/

insight

洞察力

Meaning

The ability to understand the true nature of something; deep understanding.

Example

Her insight into human behavior made her a successful psychologist.

她对人类行为的洞察力使她成为一位成功的心理学家。

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 /ɪnˈveɪʒən/

invasion

入侵

Meaning

An instance of invading a country, region, or personal space with armed force or unwelcome presence.

Example

The army prepared for the possibility of an invasion.

军队为可能的入侵做了准备。

B2 noun /ɪnˈhæbɪtənt/

inhabitant

居民

Meaning

a person or animal that lives in a particular place

Example

The inhabitants of the village rely on farming for their livelihood.

村庄的居民依靠农业为生。

B2 noun /ˈɪntərvəl/

interval

间隔

Meaning

a period of time between two events or points; a pause or break in activity

Example

There was a short interval between the two performances.

两个表演之间有一个短暂的间隔。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnkəmˈpliːt/

incomplete

不完整

Meaning

Not finished, lacking some parts or not whole.

Example

Her report was incomplete and needed further details.

她的报告不完整，需要更多细节。

B2 adjective /ɪˈmjuːn/

immune

免疫的

Meaning

protected from disease or from the effects of something

Example

Children who are vaccinated are immune to many diseases.

接种疫苗的孩子对许多疾病免疫。

B2 noun /ˌɪntərˈsɛkʃən/

intersection

交叉口

Meaning

a point where two or more things intersect, especially a road or path

Example

The intersection of Main Street and 5th Avenue is always busy.

主街和第五大道的交叉口总是很忙。

B2 noun /ˈɪnstɪŋkt/

instinct

本能

Meaning

A natural way of behaving or reacting that does not require learning.

Example

Birds build nests by instinct.

鸟类本能地筑巢。

B2 noun /ˌɪntərˈfɪərəns/

interference

干扰

Meaning

the action of interfering with something

Example

The radio signal was disrupted due to interference from nearby electronics.

由于附近电子设备的干扰，无线电信号受到了干扰。

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。

B2 verb /ˈɪl.ə.streɪt/

illustrate

插图

Meaning

to explain or make something clear by using examples, pictures, or comparisons

Example

The teacher used diagrams to illustrate the concept.

老师用图表来说明这个概念。

B2 noun ɪnˈsɛntɪvz

incentives

激励

Meaning

Things that motivate or encourage one to do something.

Example

Tax incentives are used to encourage investment in renewable energy.

税收激励用于鼓励对可再生能源的投资。