A2 noun/verb /meɪl/

mail

邮件 / 信件

Meaning

Letters, packages, or email messages sent or delivered to someone.

Example

I received an important letter in the mail.

我通过邮件收到了一个重要的信件。

C1 noun lɪˈkwɪd.ə.ti

liquidity

流动性

Meaning

The availability of liquid assets to a market or company; the ability to convert assets into cash quickly.

Example

Maintaining liquidity is crucial for financial stability.

维持流动性对财务稳定至关重要。

C2 noun /dɪˈkæmərən/

decameron

十日谈 (博卡乔的故事集)

Meaning

A collection of 100 tales written by Giovanni Boccaccio in the 14th century, told by a group of people over ten days.

Example

The Decameron is considered a masterpiece of classical Italian literature.

《十日谈》被认为是意大利古典文学的杰作。

C1 verb /daɪˈvʌldʒ/

divulge

透露

Meaning

to make known something private, secret, or previously unknown

Example

She refused to divulge the source of her information.

她拒绝透露她信息的来源。

C2 verb /ˈdʒæbər/

jabber

胡言乱语

Meaning

To talk quickly and excitedly but with little sense.

Example

The children jabbered happily after the show.

孩子们在表演后快乐地胡言乱语。

C1 verb /ˈɒs.ɪ.leɪt/

oscillate

在两个点或状态之间来回摆动或移动

Meaning

To swing or move back and forth between two points or states

Example

The stock market tends to oscillate during uncertain times.

股市在不确定的时期往往会波动。

C1 noun /ˈiːɡoʊɪst/

egoist

利己主义者

Meaning

A person who is excessively concerned with themselves; someone who believes in or practices egoism.

Example

She avoided him because he was a selfish egoist.

她避开他，因为他是一个自私的利己主义者。

C2 noun /ˈskɜː.vi/

scurvy

坏血病

Meaning

A disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, leading to weakness, gum disease, and bleeding.

Example

Sailors often suffered from scurvy during long sea voyages without fresh fruits.

在没有新鲜水果的长时间海上航行中，水手们经常患上坏血病。

A2 noun /fɑːrm/

farm

农场

Meaning

an area of land used for growing crops and raising animals

Example

They live on a farm with many animals.

他们住在一个有许多动物的农场。

A2 adjective /ˈkʌlərfəl/

colorful

五彩缤纷

Meaning

having bright colors; full of variety or interest

Example

The festival was full of colorful decorations.

这个节日充满了五彩缤纷的装饰。

B2 noun ˈɡeɪm.pleɪ

gameplay

游戏玩法

Meaning

The tactical aspects of a game, such as its plot and the way it is played.

Example

The team's gameplay was innovative.

该队的游戏玩法具有创新性。

B2 noun /ˈbaɪoʊ ˌdeɪtə/

Bio-data

简历

Meaning

biographical data; a resume or curriculum vitae containing personal and professional information

Example

Please submit your bio-data along with the job application.

请将您的简历与求职申请一起提交。

C1 noun /ˈtæn.ə.ri/

tannery

制革厂

Meaning

A place where animal hides are processed into leather.

Example

The tannery produced high-quality leather for export.

制革厂为出口生产高质量的皮革。

C1 noun /dɪˈpɑːzətɔːri/

depository

存储所, 储藏室

Meaning

a place where things are stored or deposited, especially financial assets

Example

The national depository safeguards all government bonds.

国家储藏所保护所有政府债券。

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。

C2 noun /əˈvɪdəti/

avidity

热情

Meaning

extreme eagerness or enthusiasm

Example

He accepted the offer with avidity.

他带着热情接受了这个提议。

C2 noun /aɪˈkɒnəklæst/

iconoclast

破坏偶像者

Meaning

A person who attacks or criticizes cherished beliefs, traditions, or institutions.

Example

He was known as an iconoclast who challenged old traditions.

他被认为是一个破坏偶像者，挑战旧传统。

C2 adjective /ˈwiːk niːd/

weak-kneed

胆小

Meaning

Lacking determination or courage; easily frightened or yielding.

Example

The leader was criticized for being weak-kneed in the face of opposition.

领导者因在面对反对时胆小而受到批评。

B2 noun /ˈmæstərpiːs/

Masterpiece

杰作

Meaning

A work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship

Example

The Mona Lisa is considered one of the greatest masterpieces of all time.

蒙娜丽莎被认为是所有时代最伟大的杰作之一。

C2 verb /ˌpriːɔːrˈdeɪn/

preordain

预定

Meaning

To decide or determine an outcome in advance, especially by fate or divine will.

Example

They believed their meeting was preordained by destiny.

他们相信他们的相遇是命运注定的。

B1 verb, adjective /spɛnt/

spent

花费的, 精疲力竭的

Meaning

Past tense and past participle of 'spend'; also used as an adjective meaning exhausted or used up.

Example

She spent all her energy preparing for the exam.

她为考试花费了所有的精力。

C1 verb /tɔːnt/

taunt

嘲弄

Meaning

to provoke or challenge someone with insulting remarks

Example

The bully tried to taunt him with cruel words.

那个霸凌者试图用残忍的话挑衅他。

C1 adjective /əˈkʌlt/

occult

奥秘的

Meaning

Relating to mysterious, supernatural, or magical powers and practices.

Example

She had always been fascinated by the occult and its hidden knowledge.

她一直对奥科尔特及其隐藏的知识感到着迷。

C2 adjective /ɛɡˈzɪɡjuəs/

exiguous

稀缺

Meaning

small in amount; scanty or inadequate

Example

They survived on exiguous rations during the journey.

他们在旅途中依靠稀缺的口粮生存。

C2 noun /ˈrɛkluːsəri/

reclusory

隐居地

Meaning

A place for seclusion or retreat, especially for a recluse or hermit.

Example

The monk spent years in the reclusory away from society.

那位和尚在远离社会的隐居地度过了多年。

A2 noun /ˈfɑː.loʊ.ɪŋ/

following

追随者

Meaning

a group of supporters or people who admire something or someone

Example

The singer has a large following around the world.

这位歌手在全世界有很多追随者。

B1 noun /ˈaɪ.braʊ/

Eyebrow

眉毛

Meaning

the strip of hair growing on the ridge above the eye socket

Example

She raised her eyebrow in surprise.

她惊讶地抬起了眉毛。

B1 noun/verb /ˈhʌntɪŋ/

hunting

狩猎

Meaning

the activity of chasing and killing wild animals

Example

Hunting is strictly regulated in many countries.

狩猎在许多国家受到严格监管。

B2 verb /sɪp/

sip

小口喝

Meaning

to drink in small quantities; to taste carefully

Example

She sipped her tea slowly while reading the newspaper.

她一边读报纸一边慢慢地小口喝茶。

C1 adjective /prəˈfeɪn/

profane

亵渎的，不敬的

Meaning

showing disrespect or contempt for sacred things; irreverent or vulgar

Example

His jokes were considered too profane for the ceremony.

他的笑话被认为是太亵渎仪式了。

C2 adjective /ˈpɑːrtəbl/

partible

可分割的

Meaning

capable of being divided or separated

Example

The estate was partible among the heirs.

这项财产可以在继承人之间分割。

C1 adjective /pəˈmɪs.ɪv/

permissive

宽容的

Meaning

Allowing or characterized by great or excessive freedom of behavior; very lenient or indulgent.

Example

Permissive parenting can sometimes lead to a lack of discipline in children.

宽容的育儿方式有时可能导致孩子缺乏纪律。

C1 noun /ˈdel.ɪ.kə.si/

Delicacy

美味佳肴; 一种精致或昂贵的食物;

Meaning

fineness of texture or structure; a choice or expensive food; sensitivity in handling

Example

The chef prepared a local delicacy that was famous throughout the region.

厨师准备了一道当地的美味佳肴，这道菜在整个地区都很有名。

C2 adjective /ɪkˈstɛnsəbl/

extensible

可扩展的

Meaning

able to be extended; capable of expansion.

Example

The software is designed to be extensible with new features.

该软件设计为可以通过新功能扩展。

B1 adjective /əˈmjuː.zɪŋ/

Amusing

有趣的; 好笑的; 娱乐的

Meaning

causing laughter or providing entertainment; funny; enjoyable

Example

The children found the clown's performance very amusing.

孩子们觉得小丑的表演非常有趣。

C1 verb /ʃʌnt/

shunt

转轨

Meaning

to move or turn aside; to push or divert from one track to another

Example

The train was shunted onto a different track.

火车被调到另一条轨道。

B1 phrase bɛst ˈɛf.ərt

best effort

最大努力

Meaning

The maximum amount of effort or energy that someone can give.

Example

He gave his best effort to complete the task on time.

他为了按时完成任务，付出了最大的努力。

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊʃəbəl/

Sociable

社交的; 友好的; 外向的

Meaning

friendly and enjoys being with other people; outgoing

Example

She is very sociable and makes friends easily.

她很社交，容易交到朋友。

C1 verb /dɪˈpoʊz/

depose

Meaning

to remove someone from office or power, especially suddenly and forcefully

Example

The rebels managed to depose the dictator after years of unrest.

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。

A2 noun /ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi/

economy

经济

Meaning

The wealth and resources of a country or region.

Example

A stable economy is essential for national growth.

稳定的经济对国家的增长至关重要。

B2 verb /əˈkjuːmjəleɪt/

accumulate

积累

Meaning

to gather or collect things gradually over time

Example

She managed to accumulate a small fortune through wise investments.

她通过聪明的投资成功地积累了财富。

C1 verb /ˈseɪ.vər/

savor

尽情享受

Meaning

To enjoy something completely, especially by dwelling on it.

Example

He savored every bite of the delicious cake.

他细细品味着美味的蛋糕。

B1 noun /ˈpænəl/

panel

面板, 法官小组

Meaning

a group of people gathered to discuss, judge, or advise on a particular topic

Example

The panel of judges announced the winner of the competition.

法官小组宣布了比赛的获胜者。

C1 noun (plural) /ˈhɪntərlændz/

hinterlands

偏远地区

Meaning

Plural of hinterland; remote or less developed regions.

Example

Explorers traveled deep into the hinterlands of the country.

探险者深入到该国的偏远地区。

A2 noun /ˈeər kənˈdɪʃ.ən.ər/

Air conditioner

空调

Meaning

a system that controls the temperature, humidity, and air quality in a building or room

Example

We turned on the air conditioner because it was too hot outside.

我们打开了空调，因为外面太热了。

A2 adjective /ˈsʌðərn/

southern

南方的

Meaning

located in or facing the south; southern regions

Example

She moved to a southern city for work.

她为了工作搬到了一个南方城市。

B2 verb /əˈrɪdʒɪneɪt/

originate

起源

Meaning

to come into existence; to begin; to create or produce

Example

The tradition originated in ancient times.

这个传统起源于古代。

C1 noun /ˌmiːdɪˈeɪʃən/

mediation

调解

Meaning

Intervention between parties to promote reconciliation, settlement, or compromise.

Example

The mediation helped resolve the conflict between the two teams.

调解帮助解决了两队之间的冲突。

B2 verb /ɪmˈbɑːrkɪŋ/

embarking

开始旅行

Meaning

Beginning a journey or enterprise.

Example

The group is embarking on a long journey.

小组正在开始一段长途旅行。

B2 noun ɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si

efficiency

效率

Meaning

The state or quality of being efficient; achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.

Example

Efficiency in communication is crucial for businesses.

沟通中的效率对于商业至关重要。

A1 noun /naɪt/

night

夜晚

Meaning

the time of darkness between one day and the next, when most people sleep

Example

She loves going for walks at night.

她喜欢晚上散步。

C1 verb /ˈkɒr.ə.leɪt/

correlate

建立关系

Meaning

To have a mutual relationship or connection; to establish a relationship between two or more things.

Example

Researchers found that diet and mental health correlate strongly.

研究人员发现饮食和心理健康之间有强烈的相关性。

C1 noun /ˈstɛnsəl/

stencil

模板

Meaning

A thin sheet of material with a design cut out, used to produce the design on the surface below by applying paint or ink through the cut-out holes.

Example

The artist used a stencil to paint identical stars on the wall.

艺术家使用模板在墙上画出相同的星星。

C1 noun ɪnˌten.sɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən

intensification

强化

Meaning

The process of becoming or making something more intense or extreme.

Example

The intensification of climate change requires urgent action.

气候变化的强化需要紧急行动。

C1 verb /dɪˈvɒlv/

devolve

移交

Meaning

To pass power, responsibility, or duties to another person or group.

Example

The responsibility will devolve on the new manager.

责任将转交给新经理。

C2 adjective /ˌhæɡ.i.əˈɡræf.ɪk/

hagiographic

过度恭维的

Meaning

Excessively flattering or idealized, often in a biography or portrayal of someone.

Example

The documentary was criticized for its hagiographic portrayal of the leader.

这部纪录片因其对领导者的过度恭维描写而受到批评。

B2 noun/verb /kəˈmjuː.tɪŋ/

commuting

每日通勤

Meaning

Regular travel to and from workplace, daily journey for work.

Example

He spends two hours commuting to work every day.

他每天花两个小时通勤去上班。

C1 verb /kənˈtɛkstʃuəlaɪz/

contextualize

使……有背景

Meaning

to place something in a context or interpret it in relation to its surroundings

Example

The teacher contextualized the historical event to make it more relevant for students.

老师将历史事件置于背景中，以使其对学生更加相关。

C1 noun /ˈsæf.aɪər/

Saphire

蓝宝石

Meaning

a precious stone that is typically blue in color

Example

The royal crown was adorned with a large sapphire.

皇家王冠上镶嵌着一颗大蓝宝石。

B2 noun /ˈɜːθ.wɜːm/

Earth-worm

蚯蚓

Meaning

a segmented worm that lives in soil and helps decompose organic matter

Example

The gardener was happy to find many earthworms in the soil.

园丁很高兴在土壤中发现了许多蚯蚓。

C2 adjective /ˌnjuːmɪzˈmætɪk/

numismatic

钱币学的

Meaning

relating to the study or collection of coins, currency, and medals

Example

He has a numismatic collection of rare coins from around the world.

他拥有来自世界各地的稀有硬币收藏。

C1 adjective /ɪmˈbrɔɪld/

embroiled

卷入

Meaning

being deeply involved in a difficult situation, conflict, or scandal

Example

She found herself embroiled in a heated family dispute.

她发现自己卷入了一场激烈的家庭争执。

A2 noun /əˈraɪvəl/

Arrival

到达; 到达的行动

Meaning

the action or process of arriving; the reaching of a destination

Example

The arrival of the train was delayed by two hours.

火车的到达被延迟了两个小时。

A2 noun /sneɪk/

Snake

蛇

Meaning

a long, legless reptile that moves by sliding along the ground

Example

The snake slithered through the grass quietly.

蛇悄悄地穿过草地。

C1 noun ɔːrˈdiːl

ordeal

艰难的考验

Meaning

A physical or mental painful experience that must be endured

Example

Surviving the wilderness was a tough ordeal for them.

在野外生存对他们来说是一场艰难的考验。

A2 noun /ˈstjuːdiəʊ/

studio

工作室

Meaning

a room where an artist, photographer, musician, or broadcaster works

Example

The singer recorded her new song in the studio.

歌手在工作室录制了她的新歌。

B2 adjective /hɑːrʃ/

Harsh

严厉的; 粗糙的; 残酷的; 严格的

Meaning

unpleasantly hard or rough in texture; cruel or severe

Example

The teacher gave harsh criticism about my work.

老师对我的工作给出了严厉的批评。

B2 noun /ˈfɒsɪl/

fossil

化石

Meaning

the remains or impression of a prehistoric plant or animal embedded in rock

Example

The fossil of a dinosaur was discovered in the mountains.

在山中发现了一只恐龙化石。

B2 adjective ˌpaɪəˈnɪə.rɪŋ

pioneering

开创

Meaning

Involving new ideas or methods; innovative and original.

Example

Pioneering efforts often lead to success.

开创性努力常常通向成功。

C1 noun /ˌmɪdˈsʌm.ər/

midsummer

夏至中期

Meaning

The middle of summer, often around the summer solstice in June.

Example

We had a festival to celebrate midsummer.

我们举办了一个节日来庆祝夏至中期。

C2 verb /ˈsʌli/

sully

玷污

Meaning

to damage the purity, integrity, or reputation of something

Example

The scandal sullied the politician’s reputation.

丑闻玷污了政治家的声誉。

C1 adjective /bɪˈfɪt.ɪŋ/

Befitting

合适的; 适合的; 对于特定情况或人适当

Meaning

appropriate; suitable; proper for a particular situation or person

Example

He wore formal attire befitting the important occasion.

他穿了适合重要场合的正式服装。

C1 noun /ˌmɛrɪˈtɒkrəsi/

meritocracy

精英制度

Meaning

A system in which advancement is based on individual ability or achievement.

Example

In a true meritocracy, the most capable people rise to leadership positions.

在真正的精英制度中，最有能力的人会晋升为领导职位。

C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzuːbərənt/

exuberant

欣喜若狂

Meaning

full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness

Example

The children were exuberant after winning the game.

孩子们在赢得比赛后欣喜若狂。

C2 adjective /ˈrævənɪŋ/

ravening

饥饿和贪婪

Meaning

Extremely hungry and greedy; voracious.

Example

The ravening wolves circled the camp.

饥饿的狼包围了营地。

C1 noun /kɒzˈmɒlədʒi/

cosmology

宇宙学

Meaning

the science of the origin and development of the universe

Example

She studied cosmology to understand the origins of the universe.

她学习了宇宙学以理解宇宙的起源。

C1 verb /ɪnˈfleɪm/

inflame

激起

Meaning

to arouse strong feelings or provoke anger; to cause inflammation in the body

Example

The politician's remarks served to inflame public opinion.

政治家的言论激起了公众舆论的愤怒。

C2 noun /ˈvaɪkaʊnt/

viscount

副伯爵

Meaning

A British nobleman ranking below an earl and above a baron.

Example

The viscount inherited the estate from his father.

副伯爵从父亲那里继承了庄园。

C1 noun /ˈkʌˈs.tə.di/

Custody

监护; 拘留; 保护

Meaning

the protective care or guardianship of someone or something; imprisonment or detention

Example

After the divorce, they shared custody of their children equally.

离婚后，他们平等地分享了孩子的监护权。

C2 verb /ɪmˈpjuːt/

impute

归因于

Meaning

to attribute a fault or responsibility to someone

Example

They imputed the company's success to good leadership.

他们将公司的成功归功于出色的领导力。

C2 noun /ˈɡɜːrn.zi/

Guernsey

毛衣

Meaning

a knitted sweater; a type of woolen pullover

Example

He wore a warm guernsey during the cold winter evening.

他在寒冷的冬季傍晚穿着一件温暖的毛衣。

C2 adjective /ˈɛrzæts/

ersatz

替代品

Meaning

made or used as a substitute, typically an inferior one

Example

The cheap shoes were made of ersatz leather.

便宜的鞋子是用仿皮革做的。

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。

A1 adjective /eɪtθ/

eighth

第八

Meaning

coming after the seventh position in a sequence; one of eight equal parts

Example

She finished in eighth place in the race.

她在比赛中获得了第八名。

C1 verb /ˈweɪvər/

waver

动摇

Meaning

to become unsteady or indecisive; to hesitate or shake

Example

She began to waver in her decision to move abroad.

她开始在是否搬到国外的问题上动摇。

C1 verb ˈrɛk.tɪ.faɪ

rectify

纠正

Meaning

To correct mistakes or make something right.

Example

The company took steps to rectify its financial mistakes.

公司采取了措施来纠正其财务错误。

C1 noun /oʊˈveɪʃən/

ovation

掌声

Meaning

an enthusiastic show of approval, especially by clapping hands

Example

The actor received a standing ovation after his performance.

演员在表演后收到了站立的掌声。

C1 adjective ˌɪn.trəˈspek.tɪv

introspective

内省的

Meaning

Characterized by or given to introspection; examining one's own thoughts and feelings.

Example

Writers tend to be highly introspective individuals.

作家通常是高度内省的人。

C2 adjective /pərˈspɪkjuəs/

perspicuous

清晰

Meaning

Clearly expressed and easily understood; lucid.

Example

The teacher gave a perspicuous explanation of the theory.

老师给出了关于理论的清晰解释。

C2 noun /ˈjuːər/

ewer

水罐

Meaning

a large jug with a wide mouth, especially used in the past for carrying water

Example

The servant filled the ewer with fresh water.

仆人把水罐装满了新鲜的水。

C1 verb /ˈæɡənaɪz/

agonize

煎熬

Meaning

To suffer extreme physical or mental pain; to spend time worrying.

Example

She agonized for days over whether she had made the right decision.

她为是否做出了正确的决定而痛苦了好几天。

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。

C1 noun /ɪɡˌzɪl.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

exhilaration

兴奋或快乐

Meaning

A feeling of excitement, happiness, or elation.

Example

The feeling of exhilaration after a roller-coaster ride is amazing.

过山车后的兴奋感真是不可思议。

A2 verb əˈdres

address

处理

Meaning

To deal with or tackle (a problem or issue); to focus attention on.

Example

The government must address the issues of student politics.

政府必须处理学生政治问题。

C2 noun /ˈsɛʃən/

cession

放弃权利或财产

Meaning

The formal giving up of rights, property, or territory, especially by a state.

Example

The treaty resulted in the cession of land to the neighboring country.

条约导致了土地的转让给邻国。

B1 noun /treɪl/

trail

小道

Meaning

a path or track left by something that has passed

Example

The hikers followed the trail through the forest.

远足者沿着森林中的小道走。

A1 verb /ˈfɪnɪʃ/

finish

完成

Meaning

to complete or bring to an end; to reach the final point

Example

She finished her homework before dinner.

她在晚餐前完成了作业。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.tər/

counter

柜台

Meaning

a flat surface in a shop, bank, or kitchen where transactions or work are done

Example

The cashier stood behind the counter.

收银员站在柜台后面。

C2 noun /ˈplɛdʒɔːr/

pledgeor

担保人

Meaning

a person who gives or offers a pledge or security

Example

The bank accepted the jewelry from the pledgeor as collateral for the loan.

银行接受了担保人提供的珠宝作为贷款的担保。

C2 adjective /ˈsɪmiən/

simian

类人猿的

Meaning

Relating to, resembling, or affecting apes or monkeys.

Example

The scientist studied the simian behavior of the chimpanzees.

科学家研究了黑猩猩的类人猿行为。

C1 noun /ˌlɪbəˈreɪʃən wɔːr/

liberation war

解放战争

Meaning

a war fought to gain freedom from foreign rule, occupation, or oppression; an armed struggle for national independence

Example

The liberation war reshaped the nation’s history and identity.

解放战争改变了国家的历史和认同。

C2 noun /ˈsætər/

satyr

幸福

Meaning

a creature from Greek mythology depicted as a lustful being, often half-man and half-goat; by extension, a lecherous man

Example

In the museum mural, a satyr plays the panpipes while dancing in the woods.

当她获得奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。

B2 noun /ˈspɛʃəlti/

specialty

专长

Meaning

a particular area of study, work, or interest; something in which a person or place excels

Example

Her specialty is pediatric medicine.

她的专业是儿科医学。

B2 noun /ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

certification

认证

Meaning

the process of officially recognizing or confirming that something or someone meets required standards; an official document proving qualification

Example

She received her professional certification after completing the training program.

她在完成培训项目后获得了专业认证。

C2 noun /ɪmˈpjuːɪsəns/

impuissance

无能, 无力

Meaning

inability to take effective action; helplessness

Example

The government’s impuissance in the face of crisis frustrated the people.

政府在危机面前的无能让人民感到沮丧。

C2 adjective /ˈfæn.sɪ.ləs/

fanciless

没有想象力的，普通的

Meaning

without imagination or creativity; plain or ordinary

Example

His drawings were simple and fanciless.

他的画作既简单又没有想象力。

B1 adverb /bɪˈniːθ/

Beneath

下面; 底下

Meaning

under; below; underneath

Example

The treasure lies beneath the old tree.

宝藏埋在古老的树下。

C1 adjective /əˈlʊr.ɪŋ/

Alluring

迷人且诱人; 迷人的

Meaning

attractive and tempting; fascinating

Example

The alluring fragrance of roses filled the garden.

玫瑰的迷人香气弥漫在花园里。

C2 noun /ˈɛkwɪpɪdʒ/

equipage

装备或带有配件的马车

Meaning

Equipment or a carriage with its accessories.

Example

The nobleman arrived in a grand equipage.

贵族乘坐豪华马车到达。

B2 noun ˈæmbɪəns

ambience

氛围

Meaning

The character and atmosphere of a place.

Example

The restaurant's ambience was relaxed and inviting, perfect for a casual dinner.

餐厅的氛围轻松而宜人，非常适合休闲晚餐。

A2 noun /bɜːrθ/

Birth

出生; 起源; 开端;

Meaning

the emergence of a baby or young from the body of its mother; the beginning or origin of something

Example

The birth of their first child was a joyful moment.

他们第一个孩子的出生是一个喜悦的时刻。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈædɪkwət/

inadequate

不充分

Meaning

Not sufficient or good enough.

Example

The funding was inadequate to complete the project.

资金不足以完成项目。

C1 noun /ˈædʒʌŋkt/

adjunct

附加物

Meaning

a thing added to something else as a supplementary part

Example

The professor worked as an adjunct at the university.

教授在大学担任附加职位工作。

C1 noun /ˈvɪdʒ.ɪ.ləns/

vigilance

警觉

Meaning

The action or state of keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties.

Example

Constant vigilance is required in cybersecurity.

在网络安全中，持续的警觉是必需的。

C2 noun /ɪnˈsɪɡniə/

insignia

徽章

Meaning

A badge or symbol that shows rank, position, or membership.

Example

The soldier proudly wore the insignia of his regiment.

士兵自豪地佩戴着他团的徽章。

B2 verb /ˈʃɔːrtn/

shorten

缩短

Meaning

To make something shorter in length, duration, or extent

Example

She decided to shorten her speech to fit the time limit.

她决定缩短她的演讲以符合时间限制。

A2 verb /ˈɑːrɡjuː/

argue

争论

Meaning

to have a disagreement; to present reasons for or against

Example

They often argue about politics.

他们经常争论政治。

C1 adjective /rɪˈtɔːrɪkəl/

rhetorical

修辞的

Meaning

relating to the art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing; often a question asked to make a point rather than get an answer

Example

He asked a rhetorical question during the debate.

他在辩论中提出了一个修辞性问题。

C1 adjective /kəmˈpensətɔːri/

compensatory

赔偿性的

Meaning

serving to make up for a loss, damage, or injury

Example

The court awarded him compensatory damages.

法院判给他赔偿性赔偿金。

B1 noun /ˈɒbstəkəlz/

obstacles

障碍

Meaning

Things that block one's way or prevent or hinder progress.

Example

Obstacles in life can often lead to valuable lessons.

生活中的障碍常常导致宝贵的教训。