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B1 noun/verb /ˈmætərz/

matters

问题 / 重要
Meaning
important topics, concerns, or issues; as a verb, to be of importance or significance
Example
What she thinks really matters to me.
她认为的事情对我来说真的很重要。
C1 adjective /miːk/

Meek

温和而顺从; 谦虚; 耐心
Meaning
gentle and submissive; humble; patient
Example
Despite his power, he remained meek and humble.
尽管他有权力，但他依然保持谦逊与温和。
C2 noun mʌnˈdeɪ.nɪ.ti

mundanity

平凡
Meaning
The quality of being ordinary, routine, or lacking excitement.
Example
The mundanity of office life can be exhausting.
办公室生活的平凡可能是令人疲惫的。
C1 verb /ˈmɑːrdʒɪnəlaɪz/

marginalize

边缘化, 排除在外
Meaning
To treat a person or group as unimportant or insignificant.
Example
The policy marginalized minority communities.
政策将少数民族社区边缘化。
B2 noun /mjuːl/

Mule

骡子
Meaning
the offspring of a donkey and a horse, used as a working animal
Example
The farmer used a mule to carry heavy loads.
农民用骡子搬运重物。
C2 adjective /mɜːrˈkjʊriəl/

mercurial

善变的
Meaning
subject to sudden or unpredictable changes of mood or mind.
Example
She is known for her mercurial temperament.
她以其善变的脾气而闻名。
C2 verb /ˈmʌfəl/

muffle

压制
Meaning
to make a sound quieter or less distinct; to cover or wrap something to reduce noise or warmth
Example
She tried to muffle her laughter with a scarf.
她试图用围巾压制她的笑声。
A1 noun /ˈmʌn.deɪ/

monday

星期一
Meaning
the first day of the working week following Sunday
Example
I start my new job on Monday.
我星期一开始新工作。
C1 adverb /ˈmɪdweɪ/

Midway

中途; 在中间
Meaning
halfway; at or to the middle point
Example
The project is midway through completion.
项目正在完成的过程中。
C1 verb, noun /miˈændər/

meander

漫游
Meaning
to wander aimlessly or follow a winding course
Example
We meandered through the old streets of the city.
我们在城市的老街道上漫步。
B1 noun /mæsk/

Mask

面具
Meaning
covering for the face or head; disguise or protection
Example
She wore a mask to protect herself from dust.
她戴上了面具以防尘土。
C2 noun ˌmɛtəkɒɡˈnɪʃən

metacognition

思考思考
Meaning
Awareness and understanding of one's own thought processes
Example
Metacognition enhances problem-solving abilities.
元认知增强了解决问题的能力。
A2 noun ˈmɛdɪsɪn

medicine

药物
Meaning
A compound or preparation used for the treatment or prevention of disease.
Example
Modern medicine has made great strides in treating diseases.
现代医学在治疗疾病方面取得了重大进展。
B2 noun /ˈmɔːr.nɪŋ/

Mourning

哀悼
Meaning
the expression of deep sorrow for someone who has died
Example
The family is in mourning for their grandmother.
家人为他们的祖母哀悼。
A1 adverb /ˈmeɪbi/

maybe

也许
Meaning
used to express possibility or uncertainty
Example
Maybe we will go to the park tomorrow.
也许我们明天会去公园。
B1 noun /məˈkænɪk/

mechanic

机械师
Meaning
a person who repairs and maintains machines or vehicles
Example
The mechanic fixed the engine in less than an hour.
机械师在不到一个小时的时间内修好了引擎。
A1 noun /mɑːm/

mom

妈妈
Meaning
an informal word for mother
Example
My mom makes the best homemade food.
我妈妈做的家常菜最好吃。
B2 verb /ˈmeməraɪz/

memorize

记住
Meaning
to learn something by heart; to commit to memory
Example
Students need to memorize important formulas for the exam.
学生需要记住重要的公式以备考试。
C1 adjective /ˌmʌltɪˈfæsɪtɪd/

multifaceted

多面性的
Meaning
Having many different aspects or features
Example
The multifaceted approach to the problem resulted in innovative solutions.
多面性的处理方式导致了创新的解决方案。
C1 noun /ˌmɪsˈtrʌst/

Mistrust

不信任
Meaning
Lack of trust; suspicion or doubt about someone or something
Example
There was deep mistrust between the two political parties.
两个政治党派之间存在着深深的不信任。
C2 noun /ˌmjuːtəˈbɪləti/

mutability

可变性
Meaning
The quality of being changeable or capable of change.
Example
The mutability of fashion trends makes it hard to keep up.
时尚潮流的变动性使得跟上它变得困难。
C2 noun /ˈmaʊntɪˌbæŋk/

mountebank

骗子
Meaning
A charlatan or trickster who deceives others, often for personal gain.
Example
The crowd was fooled by the mountebank’s false promises.
人群被这个骗子的虚假承诺欺骗了。
A2 noun/adjective /ˈmɛksɪkən/

mexican

幸福
Meaning
a native or inhabitant of Mexico; relating to Mexico or its people, culture, or language
Example
She enjoys Mexican food like tacos and enchiladas.
她在获得奖项时无法隐藏自己的幸福。
C1 verb /ˈməʊbɪlaɪz/

mobilize

动员
Meaning
to organize or prepare people or resources for action
Example
The leader worked hard to mobilize the community for the protest.
领导者努力动员社区参与抗议。
B2 noun /ˈmɪn.ɪ.stri/

Ministry

部委
Meaning
A government department responsible for a particular area of public administration
Example
The Ministry of Education announced new policies for schools.
教育部宣布了新的学校政策。
C2 noun ˌmæɡnəˈnɪmɪti

magnanimity

宽宏大量
Meaning
Generosity in forgiving an insult or injury; forbearance.
Example
His magnanimity towards his competitors was admirable.
他对竞争对手的宽宏大量令人钦佩。
C1 noun /mɪˈrɑːʒ/

Mirage

海市蜃楼
Meaning
An optical illusion caused by atmospheric conditions, especially in deserts
Example
The travelers saw a mirage of water in the desert.
旅行者在沙漠中看到了水的海市蜃楼。
C2 verb /ˌmɪsəˈproʊpriˌeɪt/

misappropriate

滥用
Meaning
to use something dishonestly or illegally for one's own purposes
Example
He was accused of misappropriating company funds.
他被指控滥用公司的资金。
C1 adverb /ˈmiːk.li/

Meekly

顺从地; 温顺地
Meaning
in a quiet, gentle way; without resistance or protest
Example
He meekly accepted the criticism without arguing.
他顺从地接受了批评，没有争论。
C2 adjective /ˈmɔːrɪbʌnd/

Moribund

濒死的; 在衰退或腐烂的状态中
Meaning
near death; dying; in a state of decline or decay
Example
The moribund patient was in critical condition.
这个濒死的病人处于危急状态。
B2 adverb /ˈmɔːrəli/

Morally

道德上
Meaning
in accordance with principles of right and wrong behavior; ethically
Example
She felt morally obligated to help the refugees.
她感到道德上有责任帮助难民。
C1 noun /ˈmɪd.waɪf/

midwife

助产士
Meaning
A person, typically a woman, trained to assist women during childbirth.
Example
The midwife stayed with the mother throughout her labor.
助产士在整个分娩过程中一直陪伴着母亲。
B1 adjective, preposition, noun /mɪd/

mid

中间
Meaning
being in the middle of something; the central part or point
Example
She joined the project in mid June.
她在六月中旬加入了这个项目。
C1 noun /məˈmɛn.toʊ/

memento

纪念品
Meaning
An object kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event.
Example
She kept the ticket as a memento of their first concert together.
她保留了这张票作为他们第一次一起参加音乐会的纪念品。
C1 verb, noun /mjuːz/

muse

Meaning
to think deeply about something; a source of inspiration, especially for an artist or writer
Example
She sat by the window to muse about her future.
C1 verb /ˈmɛdəl/

meddle

干涉与自己无关的事情
Meaning
to interfere in something that is not one's concern
Example
He always tries to meddle in other people’s business.
他总是试图干涉别人的事务。
C1 noun /ˈmelənkəli/

Melancholy

忧郁; 深思熟虑的悲伤
Meaning
A feeling of pensive sadness; thoughtful or gentle sadness
Example
A deep melancholy settled over him after reading the old letters.
读完旧信后，他感到一阵深深的忧郁。
A2 adjective /ˈmɛsi/

messy

凌乱的
Meaning
untidy or dirty; disorganized or chaotic
Example
His room was so messy that he couldn’t find his keys.
他的房间太凌乱了，以至于他找不到钥匙。
C1 adjective /ˈmɑːrʃəl/

martial

军事的
Meaning
Related to war, soldiers, or military life.
Example
The country imposed martial law during the crisis.
该国在危机期间实施了戒严法。
A1 noun /miːt/

Meat

肉
Meaning
animal flesh used as food
Example
We bought fresh meat from the butcher shop.
我们从肉店买了新鲜的肉。
B1 noun /ˈmæn.ɪdʒ.mənt/

management

管理
Meaning
The process of dealing with or controlling things or people.
Example
Proper management minimizes environmental damage.
良好的管理减少环境损害。
C1 noun ˌmɛtə ˈmɔːfəsɪs

metamorphosis

蜕变
Meaning
A change of the form or nature of a thing or person into a completely different one, by natural or supernatural means.
Example
The company's metamorphosis from a small startup to a global leader was remarkable.
这家公司的蜕变从一家小型初创公司成长为全球领导者，令人瞩目。
B2 noun /ˈmet.roʊ reɪl/

Metro Rail

地铁
Meaning
an underground urban railway system; subway system
Example
The metro rail connects all major areas of the city efficiently.
地铁有效地连接了城市的所有主要区域。
B2 noun ˈmʌltiˌtɑːskɪŋ

multitasking

多任务处理
Meaning
The performance of more than one task at the same time
Example
Multitasking reduces efficiency.
多任务处理降低了效率。
B2 noun /ˈmɛtəfɔːr/

metaphor

幸福
Meaning
A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to something to which it is not literally applicable.
Example
Time is a thief is a common metaphor for how quickly life passes.
当她获得奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。
C1 noun nɪˈmɒnɪks

mnemonics

记忆法，助记符
Meaning
A technique to aid memory; a device such as a pattern of letters, ideas, or associations
Example
Mnemonics help in remembering complex concepts easily.
助记符帮助轻松记住复杂的概念。
C1 noun /ˈmæntl̩/

mantle

披风，责任
Meaning
A cloak or covering; also the layer of the earth between the crust and the core.
Example
The leader assumed the mantle of responsibility.
领导者承担起了责任的重担。
C1 noun ˈmɑːrdʒɪnəlaɪzd ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəlz

marginalized individuals

边缘化的个体
Meaning
People who are treated as insignificant or peripheral to society, often excluded from mainstream social, economic, or political activities.
Example
Marginalized individuals often face severe challenges.
边缘化的个体常常面临严峻的挑战。
C1 noun /ˈmænər/

manor

庄园大宅
Meaning
A large country house with lands; the main house of an estate.
Example
The old manor stood proudly on the hill for centuries.
那座古老的庄园几百年来自豪地矗立在山丘上。
C1 noun /ˈmɪm.ɪk/

Mimic

模仿者; 模仿;
Meaning
A person who copies or imitates the actions, speech, or mannerisms of others
Example
The talented mimic could perfectly imitate famous celebrities.
这位有才华的模仿者能够完美地模仿著名的名人。
C1 adjective /məˈtɜːrnəl/

Maternal

母亲的; 母性
Meaning
relating to a mother; motherly
Example
She showed maternal care towards the orphan child.
她对孤儿表现出母亲般的关爱。
C1 noun ˈmɪl.ɪ.tər.i ɪnˈkɜː.ʃən

military incursion

军事入侵
Meaning
A sudden armed attack or invasion by military forces into a territory.
Example
The military incursion caused widespread devastation.
军事入侵造成了广泛的破坏。
A1 noun /mɪlk/

Milk

牛奶
Meaning
a white liquid produced by cows, goats, or other mammals, used as food
Example
Children need to drink milk for strong bones.
孩子们需要喝牛奶来增强骨骼的强度。
B2 verb /mɒk/

mock

嘲笑
Meaning
To make fun of someone or something in a cruel or unkind way.
Example
The students mocked his accent during class.
学生们在课堂上嘲笑他的口音。
B2 noun/adjective /ˈmɪnətʃər/ or /ˈmɪniətʃʊr/

miniature

微型版本
Meaning
a very small version of something; small in scale or size
Example
The artist created a miniature model of the castle.
艺术家制作了一个城堡的微型模型。
C1 noun /ˈmɒn.ɑːk/

Monarch

君主
Meaning
a sovereign ruler, especially a king or queen
Example
The monarch addressed the nation on television.
君主在电视上向全国致辞。
B2 noun ˈmɑːr.kɪt ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi

market economy

市场经济
Meaning
An economic system where production and pricing decisions are controlled by individuals and based on supply and demand.
Example
A market economy allows businesses to compete freely.
市场经济允许企业自由竞争。
A1 title /ˈmɪstər/

mr

先生
Meaning
a title used before a man's name
Example
Mr. Rahman is our new teacher.
先生拉赫曼是我们的新老师。
C1 noun /ˈmɪd.əl.mæn/

Middleman

中介
Meaning
A person who acts as an intermediary between two parties in a business transaction
Example
They decided to cut out the middleman and sell directly to customers.
他们决定去掉中介，直接向客户销售。
C1 noun /miːlˈjuː/

milieu

环境
Meaning
A person's social environment or surroundings.
Example
She grew up in an artistic milieu.
她在艺术的环境中长大。
C2 noun ˌmʌltɪˈfæsɪtɪd ˌɪnfərˈmeɪʃən ˈfreɪmwɜːrks

multifaceted information frameworks

多面信息框架
Meaning
Complex, comprehensive structures for organizing and managing information that have multiple aspects or dimensions.
Example
Digital literacy involves building multifaceted information frameworks.
数字素养包括构建多面信息框架。
C2 noun /ˈmoʊlə ˈkɑrplɪt/

Mola carplet

摩拉鱼
Meaning
a small freshwater fish of the carp family, commonly found in South Asian rivers and ponds
Example
The mola carplet is a popular small fish used in Bengali cuisine.
摩拉鱼是孟加拉菜中常用的一种受欢迎的小鱼。
B2 verb /məˈnɪpjʊleɪt/

manipulate

操控
Meaning
to handle or control skillfully; to influence someone in a clever way
Example
She can manipulate the software to create stunning graphics.
她可以操控软件，创造出令人惊叹的图形。
C2 noun /ˈmɪstəs/

Mengra / Mystus

鲿鱼属
Meaning
a genus of catfish found in Asia, commonly known as bagrid catfish
Example
The mystus fish is commonly found in rivers and streams of South Asia.
鲿鱼属鱼常见于南亚的河流和溪流中。
C1 noun/verb mælˈfʌŋk.ʃən

malfunction

故障
Meaning
A failure to function normally or satisfactorily; a defect or breakdown.
Example
The engine malfunctioned due to overheating.
发动机因过热而发生故障。
C1 noun /ˈmedoʊ/

Meadow

草地
Meaning
A piece of grassland, especially one used for hay
Example
The cows grazed peacefully in the green meadow.
奶牛在绿色的草地上安静地吃草。
C2 adjective ˌmɔː.fəˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl

morphological

与词汇结构和构成有关
Meaning
Related to the structure and formation of words; concerning morphology in linguistics.
Example
Morphological analysis helps AI understand word structures.
形态学分析帮助人工智能理解单词结构。
C1 noun ˌmɒd.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃənz

modifications

修改
Meaning
The action of making partial or minor changes to something.
Example
DNA modifications enable enhanced traits in crops.
DNA修改使作物的特征得到增强。
C1 noun /meər/

Mare

母马
Meaning
an adult female horse
Example
The beautiful mare galloped across the meadow.
美丽的母马在草地上飞奔。
B1 noun /ˈmem.bə.ʃɪp/

membership

会员资格
Meaning
The state of belonging to or being part of an organization or group.
Example
The country's membership in the organization marked 50 years.
该国在该组织中的会员资格已满50年。
B2 verb /ˈmɒdənaɪz/

modernize

现代化
Meaning
To adapt something to modern needs or styles; to update or improve.
Example
The company plans to modernize its IT infrastructure.
公司计划现代化其IT基础设施。
B2 adjective /ˈmæn.dəˌtɔːr.i/

mandatory

强制性的
Meaning
required by law or rules; compulsory
Example
Wearing seat belts is mandatory in most countries.
在大多数国家，佩戴安全带是强制性的。
C2 verb /ˈmæŋɡəl/

mangle

毁坏
Meaning
to severely damage or mutilate something, often by tearing or crushing
Example
The car was mangled in the accident.
车在事故中毁坏。
C2 noun /moʊt/

mote

尘埃
Meaning
A tiny particle or speck, especially of dust.
Example
A mote of dust floated in the sunlight.
一颗尘埃在阳光下飘浮。
B2 adverb /ˈmɪzərəbli/

Miserably

糟糕地
Meaning
in a wretched or unhappy manner; extremely badly
Example
The team performed miserably in the championship.
队伍在锦标赛中表现得非常糟糕。
C2 noun (plural) /maɪˈnjuːʃiiː/

minutiae

琐事
Meaning
the small, precise, or trivial details of something
Example
The lawyer focused on the minutiae of the contract.
律师专注于合同的琐事。
C1 adjective /maɪˈɑːpɪk/

myopic

近视，狭隘的视野
Meaning
lacking foresight or long-term perspective; also refers to nearsightedness
Example
The company’s myopic strategy led to long-term losses.
公司的近视战略导致了长期损失。
C1 adjective, verb /muːt/

moot

Meaning
Adjective: subject to debate or irrelevant. Verb: to suggest an idea for discussion.
Example
The issue of funding became a moot point after the project was canceled.
C1 adjective ˌmɒn.jʊˈmɛn.təl

monumental

极其重要的，巨大的或纪念性的
Meaning
Great in importance, extent, or size; exceptionally great; forming or serving as a monument.
Example
The discovery of electricity was a monumental achievement.
电的发现是一次纪念碑式的成就。
B2 verb /ˈmæk.sɪ.maɪz/

maximize

最大化
Meaning
to increase something as much as possible
Example
The company aims to maximize its profits this year.
公司今年旨在最大化其利润。
C1 noun /məˈdɜːrnəti/

modernity

现代性
Meaning
The quality or condition of being modern; up-to-date ideas, practices, or style.
Example
The city’s architecture reflects both tradition and modernity.
这座城市的建筑反映了传统与现代性的结合。
C1 verb /ˌmɪsˈriːd/

misread

误读
Meaning
to read something incorrectly or interpret wrongly
Example
He misread the instructions and built the shelf incorrectly.
他误读了指示，结果错误地建造了架子。
B1 noun /ˈmoʊ.ʃən/

Motion

运动; 移动的动作
Meaning
the action of moving or being moved; a formal proposal
Example
The car was in constant motion during the journey.
这辆车在整个旅程中一直处于运动状态。
C2 adjective /ˈmiː.di.əl/

medial

内侧
Meaning
Situated in or pertaining to the middle; located toward the midline of the body or structure.
Example
The medial side of the knee is more prone to injury.
膝盖的内侧更容易受伤。
C2 adjective /ˈmɔːrdənt/

mordant

Meaning
Having a sharp, critical, or biting quality; especially in humor.
Example
Her mordant wit often left her friends speechless.
C2 noun /ˈmɔːreɪz/

mores

风俗
Meaning
the essential or characteristic customs and conventions of a community
Example
Social mores often dictate how people behave in public.
社会风俗常常决定人们在公共场合的行为。
C2 adjective, adverb /ˌmæləprəˈpoʊ/

malapropos

不合时宜
Meaning
inappropriate or unsuitable; at an inconvenient or inappropriate time
Example
His comment was malapropos during the serious discussion.
在严肃的讨论中，他的评论不合时宜。
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 noun /moʊˈzeɪɪk/

mosaic

Meaning
A picture or pattern produced by arranging together small pieces of stone, tile, or glass.
Example
The church ceiling was decorated with a beautiful mosaic.
C1 noun /ˈmɒŋ.ɡuːs/

Mongoose

獴
Meaning
a small carnivorous mammal known for its ability to kill venomous snakes
Example
The mongoose quickly attacked the cobra to protect its young.
獴迅速攻击了眼镜蛇，以保护它的幼崽。
B1 verb /ˈmoʊtɪˌveɪt/

motivate

激励
Meaning
to encourage or stimulate interest or enthusiasm for doing something
Example
The coach's speech motivated the team to win the championship.
教练的演讲激励了团队赢得冠军。
C2 noun /məˈdæliən/

medallion

奖章
Meaning
a large medal or decorative piece, often worn as jewelry or used in architecture
Example
She wore a gold medallion around her neck.
她戴着一个金色的奖章在脖子上。
A1 noun /maʊs/

Mouse

老鼠
Meaning
a small rodent with a long tail and typically gray or brown fur
Example
The little mouse hid behind the cabinet.
小老鼠躲在柜子后面。
C2 noun /ˈmeɪdənˌhʊd/

maidenhood

少女期
Meaning
The state of being a maiden; girlhood or virginity.
Example
The poem celebrated the innocence of maidenhood.
这首诗歌庆祝了少女时期的纯真。
A2 verb /ˈmæri/

marry

结婚
Meaning
to become husband and wife; to perform a wedding ceremony
Example
They plan to marry next summer.
他们计划明年夏天结婚。
B1 noun, verb /ˈmɒnɪtər/

monitor

监视器，观察
Meaning
to observe and check the progress or quality of something; also a device that displays information
Example
The teacher monitors the students during the exam.
老师在考试期间监控学生。
A1 verb /meɪk/

make

做
Meaning
to create, produce, or construct something
Example
I make coffee every morning.
我每天早上做咖啡。
C1 adjective /ˈmɒnstrəs/

Monstrous

极其大的; 令人震惊的邪恶或错误; 不正常或不自然
Meaning
extremely large; shockingly evil or wrong; abnormal or unnatural
Example
The monstrous crime shocked the entire community.
那个怪异的罪行震惊了整个社区。
B2 noun ˈmoʊ.baɪl sɪˈkjʊr.ə.ti

mobile security

移动安全
Meaning
Protection of mobile devices and the data stored on them from security threats.
Example
Strong mobile security protects personal information.
强大的移动安全保护个人信息。
C2 noun /meɪs/

mace

权杖 / 钉锤
Meaning
a ceremonial staff carried as a symbol of authority or a weapon similar to a club
Example
The guard carried a mace as a symbol of authority.
守卫携带了一根权杖作为权威的象征。
C2 adjective /ˌmɒnəkrəˈmætɪk/

monochromatic

Meaning
Consisting of or displaying only one color.
Example
The artist created a striking monochromatic painting in shades of blue.
B2 noun /mɪθ/

myth

神话
Meaning
A traditional story explaining natural or social phenomena, often involving supernatural beings; a widely held but false belief.
Example
The myth of the phoenix tells of a bird reborn from its ashes.
凤凰的神话讲述了一只从灰烬中重生的鸟。
A1 noun ˈmuːviz

movies

电影
Meaning
A story or event recorded by a camera as a set of moving images and shown in a theater or on television.
Example
Watching movies helps in language learning.
看电影有助于语言学习。
C2 verb /ˈmɒlikɒdl/

mollycoddle

宠爱
Meaning
To treat someone in an overprotective and indulgent way.
Example
Parents should avoid mollycoddling their children too much.
父母应避免过度宠爱他们的孩子。
B2 noun /məˈʃiː.nər.i/

machinery

Meaning
machines collectively, or the parts of a machine; also, the system or process by which something works
Example
The factory invested in new machinery to increase production.
C1 adjective /ˌmɛtəˈfɔːrɪkəl/

metaphorical

隐喻的
Meaning
Characteristic of or relating to metaphor; figurative rather than literal.
Example
He used metaphorical language to describe his emotions.
他用隐喻语言来描述他的情感。
A2 noun ˈmuːv.mənts

movements

运动
Meaning
Organized efforts by groups of people working together to advance their shared political, social, or artistic ideas.
Example
Freedom movements paved the way for independence.
自由运动为独立铺平了道路。
C2 adjective /ˈmɒtli/

motley

杂乱
Meaning
Made up of different, often incongruous or diverse elements.
Example
The festival attracted a motley crowd of artists, musicians, and tourists.
这个节日吸引了由艺术家、音乐家和游客组成的杂乱人群。
A2 adjective /miːn/

Mean

刻薄; 残忍; 令人讨厌
Meaning
unkind; cruel; nasty
Example
Don't be so mean to your little sister.
不要对你的小妹妹这么残忍。
A2 noun /ˈmæɡəziːn/

magazine

杂志
Meaning
A periodical publication containing articles, photographs, and advertisements.
Example
She bought a fashion magazine at the store.
她在商店买了一本时尚杂志。
C2 noun /ˌmɪsˈnoʊmər/

misnomer

错误的名字
Meaning
A wrong or inaccurate name or designation.
Example
Calling the tiny dog a 'giant' is a misnomer.
称呼这只小狗为“巨人”是一个错误的名字。
B1 noun ˈmɪlɪteri

military

军队
Meaning
The armed forces of a country.
Example
The military was called for assistance.
军队被召唤来提供帮助。
A1 pronoun /miː/

me

我
Meaning
Used by a speaker to refer to themselves as the object of a verb or preposition.
Example
She gave me a beautiful gift.
她给了我一份美丽的礼物。
B2 verb /mɔːrn/

mourn

哀悼
Meaning
To feel or express deep sadness or grief, especially because of someone's death.
Example
They gathered to mourn the loss of their friend.
他们聚集在一起，悼念他们朋友的离世。
A2 noun /mæp/

map

地图
Meaning
a drawing that shows the features of an area of land or sea
Example
He studied the map before starting his journey.
他在开始旅程之前研究了地图。
C2 noun /ˌmælˈoʊdər/

malodor

难闻的气味
Meaning
An unpleasant smell; bad odor.
Example
The garbage bin gave off a terrible malodor.
垃圾桶散发出可怕的难闻的气味。
A2 noun /mɔːl/ or /mæl/

mall

购物中心
Meaning
a large building or series of connected buildings containing shops and restaurants
Example
They went to the mall to buy new clothes.
他们去购物中心买新衣服。
C1 noun /maɪm/

Mime

哑剧演员
Meaning
A performer who acts without words, using only gestures and body movements
Example
The street mime entertained the crowd with his invisible box routine.
街头哑剧演员用他的无形盒子表演娱乐了人群。
C2 noun /ˌmɪstɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

mystification

困惑, 神秘化
Meaning
the act of making something unclear or confusing; a state of being puzzled or bewildered
Example
The audience watched in mystification as the magician performed his tricks.
观众在困惑中看着魔术师表演他的戏法。
B2 noun /məˈtʃʊrəti/

Maturity

成熟
Meaning
The state of being mature; full development physically or emotionally
Example
With age comes wisdom and emotional maturity.
随着年龄的增长，智慧和情感成熟随之而来。
A2 adjective /mɪkst/

mixed

混合的
Meaning
consisting of different elements or having varied opinions or feelings
Example
The audience had mixed reactions to the film.
观众对电影的反应混合。