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B1 noun /ˈmeʒərmənt/

measurement

测量
Meaning
the size, length, or amount of something, as determined by measuring
Example
The tailor took my waist measurement before stitching the suit.
裁缝在缝制西装前先测量了我的腰围。
C2 verb /əˈkluːd/

occlude

堵塞
Meaning
To block or close up an opening or passage.
Example
The pipe was occluded by mineral deposits.
管道因矿物沉积物而被堵塞。
C2 verb /ɛmˈbɔs/

emboss

以凸起图案装饰
Meaning
to decorate a surface with a raised design or pattern
Example
The invitation card was embossed with golden letters.
邀请卡上压印着金色字母。
C2 adjective /ɪmˈpɔːrtʃənət/

importunate

缠人的
Meaning
Persistent to the point of annoyance or intrusion
Example
The importunate salesman kept calling despite repeated refusals.
那个缠人的推销员在反复拒绝后仍然继续打电话。
C1 noun /ˌdɪsəˈluːʃən/

dissolution

解散
Meaning
the act of formally ending or breaking apart something, such as an organization or marriage
Example
The dissolution of the company was announced yesterday.
公司解散的消息昨天公布。
B1 noun /ˈpiː.kɒk/

Peacock

孔雀
Meaning
a large bird with beautiful colorful tail feathers that can spread out like a fan
Example
The magnificent peacock displayed its colorful feathers to attract attention.
那只雄伟的孔雀展开了五彩斑斓的羽毛,吸引了人们的注意。
C1 noun /ˌdɛməˈlɪʃən/

demolition

拆除
Meaning
the act or process of destroying a building or structure
Example
The demolition of the old factory took several weeks.
拆除旧工厂花了好几个星期。
C2 adjective /səˈprɛsəbl̩/

suppressible

可抑制的
Meaning
capable of being restrained, controlled, or prevented
Example
The symptoms of the disease are suppressible with medication.
疾病的症状可以通过药物抑制。
B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.səl.ɪŋ/

counselling

心理咨询
Meaning
the process of giving professional guidance and support to help someone deal with personal, social, psychological, or career-related problems
Example
She decided to seek counselling to manage stress and anxiety.
她决定通过心理咨询来缓解压力。
C2 noun /ˌmænjəˈmɪʃən/

manumission

奴隶解放
Meaning
The act of a slave owner freeing their slaves.
Example
The manumission of the slaves marked a turning point in history.
奴隶的解放标志着历史的转折点。
A1 noun /faɪər/

Fire

Meaning
combustion or burning, in which substances combine chemically with oxygen from the air
Example
The fire in the fireplace provided warmth and a cozy atmosphere.
壁炉中的火提供了温暖和舒适的氛围。
C2 noun /ˈɛmbəˌlɪzəm/

embolism

栓塞
Meaning
the sudden blockage of a blood vessel by a clot or other foreign matter
Example
The patient suffered a fatal pulmonary embolism.
患者遭受了致命的肺栓塞。
C1 noun /ˈkælɪbər/

caliber

口径
Meaning
The quality of someone's ability or character; the internal diameter of a gun barrel.
Example
The university attracts students of high caliber.
这所大学吸引了高口径的学生。
A2 verb /ɪnˈvaɪtɪd/

invited

被邀请的
Meaning
asked someone formally or politely to go somewhere or do something
Example
She was invited to the party.
她被邀请参加聚会。
C1 adjective /ˈplaɪəbəl/

pliable

柔韧的
Meaning
easily bent or flexible; adaptable
Example
The metal is pliable enough to be shaped into jewelry.
金属足够柔韧,可以被塑造成珠宝。
B2 noun /ˈsɑːrˌkæzəm/

sarcasm

讽刺
Meaning
The use of irony to mock or convey contempt.
Example
His sarcasm often made people laugh but sometimes offended them.
他的讽刺经常让人发笑,但有时也会冒犯他们。
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。
C1 noun /ˈɔr.ə.tər/

Orator

演说家
Meaning
a public speaker, especially one who is eloquent or skilled in speaking
Example
The famous orator delivered an inspiring speech.
这位著名的演说家发表了一场鼓舞人心的演讲。
C1 verb /ɪmˈboʊl.dən/

embolden

激励
Meaning
To give someone the courage or confidence to do something.
Example
The coach's words emboldened the team to play aggressively.
教练的话激励了队伍去积极地比赛。
B2 noun /kroʊ/

Crow

乌鸦
Meaning
a large black bird known for its intelligence and harsh call
Example
The crow cawed loudly from the tree branch.
乌鸦从树枝上大声地叫。
C2 noun /ˈmɛndɪkənt/

mendicant

乞丐
Meaning
a beggar; a person who lives by asking for alms
Example
The mendicant asked for food at the monastery gate.
乞丐在修道院门口乞求食物。
B2 adjective /ˈtrʌst.fəl/

Trustful

信任的; 表现出对某人或某事的信任
Meaning
having or showing trust in someone or something; trusting
Example
She was too trustful and believed everything he said.
她太信任了,什么都相信他说的。
B1 noun /ˈprəʊsesɪŋ/

processing

处理
Meaning
the series of actions or steps taken to achieve a particular end, especially in data or food handling
Example
Data processing takes place in the server.
数据处理在服务器上进行。
C1 adjective /ˌɪn.səˈbɔːr.dɪ.nət/

insubordinate

不服从
Meaning
Defiant of authority; disobedient to orders.
Example
The insubordinate employee refused to follow the manager's instructions.
不服从的员工拒绝遵循经理的指示。
A1 preposition /fɔːr/

for

Meaning
used to indicate purpose, destination, or recipient
Example
This gift is for you.
这个礼物是给你的。
B2 verb /ɪmˈbɒdi/

embody

体现
Meaning
To give tangible or visible form to an idea, quality, or feeling.
Example
She embodies the spirit of generosity.
她体现了慷慨的精神。
C2 adjective /ˈmjuːtəbl/

mutable

可变的
Meaning
Capable of change or alteration.
Example
Human emotions are mutable and can shift rapidly.
人类的情感是可变的,能够迅速变化。
B1 noun /ˈreɪlˌroʊd/

railroad

铁路
Meaning
a track or system of tracks made of steel rails along which trains run
Example
The railroad connects the city to several nearby towns.
铁路将城市与附近的几个小镇连接起来。
C2 verb /dɪsˈɡɔːrdʒ/

disgorge

呕吐, 排放
Meaning
to discharge or pour out; to vomit; to give up reluctantly
Example
The broken pipe disgorged water all over the floor.
破损的管道把水排放到整个地板上。
B2 noun/verb /ˈaʊtreɪdʒ/

outrage

愤怒
Meaning
A strong feeling of anger and shock; to arouse anger or shock.
Example
The unfair decision caused public outrage.
不公正的决定引起了公众的愤怒。
B2 noun /ˈkɑːrɡoʊ/

cargo

货物
Meaning
goods carried by a ship, plane, or other transport
Example
The ship was loaded with valuable cargo.
船上装载了珍贵的货物。
C2 adjective /ˌdɛməˈnaɪəkəl/

demoniacal

恶魔般的
Meaning
characteristic of or resembling a demon; wildly evil
Example
He gave a demoniacal laugh that terrified everyone.
他发出了一声恶魔般的笑声,吓坏了所有人。
C2 adjective səˈluː.bri.əs

salubrious

有益健康的
Meaning
Health-giving; healthy; promoting health and well-being.
Example
The mountain air is salubrious and refreshing.
山中的空气有益健康且清新。
C1 adjective /ˈtɛmpərd/

tempered

调和
Meaning
having a specified temper or disposition; strengthened or moderated.
Example
She gave a tempered response to the criticism.
她对批评做出了调和的回应。
B2 noun /ˈkreɪvɪŋ/

craving

渴望, 强烈的欲望
Meaning
a strong desire for something
Example
She has a craving for chocolate every evening.
她每晚都渴望吃巧克力。
B2 adjective /ˈpraɪs.ləs/

Priceless

无价的;极其宝贵的
Meaning
extremely valuable; invaluable; beyond price
Example
Her grandmother's antique jewelry is absolutely priceless.
她祖母的古董珠宝是绝对无价的。
C1 adjective /ˈsted.fæst/

Steadfast

坚定; 坚决; 不动摇
Meaning
firm in belief, determination, or adherence; unwavering
Example
She remained steadfast in her commitment to helping the poor.
她在帮助穷人方面保持坚定的决心。
C1 noun /dʒɛˈsteɪʃən/

gestation

妊娠
Meaning
the process of carrying or being carried in the womb between conception and birth; the development of an idea or plan
Example
The gestation period of an elephant is nearly two years.
大象的怀孕期将近两年。
C1 noun əˈpreɪ.zəl

appraisal

评估
Meaning
An assessment or evaluation of performance or quality.
Example
The annual appraisal determines salary increments.
年度评估决定薪资增幅。
B1 noun ˈkɒnsept

concept

概念
Meaning
An abstract idea or general notion
Example
The concept of chasing two rabbits teaches focus.
追逐两只兔子的概念教会了我们专注。
B2 adjective /ˈræp.ɪd/

Rapid

快速的;迅速的;急速的;
Meaning
happening in a short time or at a fast pace
Example
The rapid growth of technology has changed our daily lives.
技术的快速增长改变了我们的日常生活。
C2 verb /bruːt/

bruit

传播谣言
Meaning
to spread a rumor or report widely
Example
The scandal was quickly bruited about the town.
丑闻迅速在城镇传播开来。
A2 verb /fraɪ/

fry

油炸
Meaning
to cook food in hot oil or fat
Example
She fries eggs for breakfast every morning.
她每天早晨煎蛋作为早餐。
B2 adjective /væst/

Vast

广阔; 巨大; 无边
Meaning
extremely large in size, amount, or extent; immense
Example
The vast ocean stretched endlessly to the horizon.
广阔的海洋延伸至天际。
C2 verb /rɪˈpaɪn/

repine

感到不满
Meaning
To feel or express discontent or to long for something.
Example
She did not repine at her misfortune but worked harder to improve her life.
她没有为自己的不幸而感到悲伤,而是更加努力地工作来改善她的生活。
C1 noun /ˌsɛrənˈdɪpɪti/

serendipity

意外的好运
Meaning
The occurrence of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way.
Example
Finding that old photo album was pure serendipity.
找到那本旧照片集是纯粹的意外的好运。
A2 verb /ʃaɪn/

shine

闪耀
Meaning
to give out a bright light or glow
Example
The sun will shine brightly tomorrow.
太阳明天会明亮地照耀。
C1 verb /wɪns/

wince

Meaning
To make an involuntary movement of the face or body as a result of pain or distress.
Example
He winced when the doctor touched his injured arm.
C2 adjective ˈen.də.krɪn

endocrine

内分泌
Meaning
Relating to or denoting glands that secrete hormones directly into the blood.
Example
The endocrine system regulates metabolism and growth.
内分泌系统调节代谢和生长。
B2 verb, noun /dɒn/

don

穿上 / 领袖
Meaning
to put on (an article of clothing); also used as a title for a respected person
Example
She donned her coat before leaving.
她在离开前穿上了外套。
B1 verb /ɪkˈstend/

extend

扩展
Meaning
to make longer or larger; to stretch out; to offer or give
Example
The company decided to extend the deadline for the project.
公司决定延长项目的截止日期。
C1 noun /ˈpɒp.i siːdz/

Poppy Seeds

罂粟种子
Meaning
tiny round seeds from the poppy plant used as a spice or garnish in cooking
Example
Poppy seeds are sprinkled on top of breads and used in Bengali curries.
罂粟种子撒在面包上,并用于孟加拉咖喱中。
C1 verb /ˈnʌrɪʃ/

nourish

滋养
Meaning
To provide with food or other substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition
Example
Good books nourish the mind.
好书滋养心灵。
A1 adjective /lɔːŋ/

Long

Meaning
having great length; extended in distance or time
Example
The long road stretched for miles ahead.
这条长路延伸了好几英里。
C1 adjective /ˈroʊtəri/

rotary

旋转的
Meaning
Relating to or characterized by rotation; revolving around an axis.
Example
The machine uses a rotary engine to function efficiently.
这台机器使用旋转引擎高效地工作。
B2 noun /ˈspəʊkswɪmən/

spokeswoman

发言人女性
Meaning
a woman who speaks on behalf of a group or organization
Example
The spokeswoman for the company announced the new product.
公司的发言人宣布了新产品。
C1 noun ˌkɒn.ʃiˈen.ʃəs.nəs

conscientiousness

责任心
Meaning
The quality of wishing to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly; diligence.
Example
Her conscientiousness in work led to a well-organized project.
她在工作中的责任心使得项目井然有序。
A2 verb /kəmˈpliːt/

complete

完成
Meaning
to finish making or doing something; to bring something to an end
Example
She managed to complete the project on time.
她按时完成了这个项目。
C1 adjective /ˈhæɡ.ərd/

Haggard

看起来疲惫和虚弱,尤其是由于疲劳、担忧或痛苦
Meaning
looking exhausted and unwell, especially from fatigue, worry, or suffering
Example
After working three nights without sleep, he looked haggard.
经过三夜没睡觉,他看起来很疲惫。
C1 noun /ˈheɪvən/

haven

避风港
Meaning
a safe place or shelter
Example
The library became a haven for students during exams.
图书馆在考试期间成为了学生们的避风港。
B1 verb /ɪmˈprɛs/

impress

打动
Meaning
to cause someone to feel admiration or respect
Example
Her speech managed to impress the audience.
她的演讲成功地打动了观众。
C1 verb /ˈpæri/

parry

挡开攻击
Meaning
to ward off or deflect an attack, especially in fencing or conversation
Example
He managed to parry the opponent’s sword with quick reflexes.
他凭借快速的反应成功挡开了对手的剑。
C2 adjective /daɪˈæfənəs/

diaphanous

透明的
Meaning
Light, delicate, and translucent.
Example
She wore a diaphanous dress that shimmered in the sunlight.
她穿着一件透明的裙子,在阳光下闪闪发光。
C1 adjective /ˈdɪn.dʒi/

Dingy

肮脏和阴沉的; 色彩暗淡
Meaning
dark and dirty; gloomy; dull in color
Example
The old building had dingy walls that needed painting.
这座老建筑有肮脏的墙壁,需要粉刷。
C1 adjective /rɪˈtæl.i.ə.tɔːr.i/

retaliatory

报复性
Meaning
Taking action in response to another's action, characterized as punitive, revengeful, or counteractive.
Example
The country imposed retaliatory tariffs in response to trade sanctions.
该国对贸易制裁实施了报复性关税。
B2 adjective /əˈɡriːəbl/

Agreeable

宜人; 令人愉快; 迷人; 愿意同意
Meaning
pleasant; enjoyable; delightful; willing to agree
Example
The weather is very agreeable today.
今天的天气非常宜人。
B1 verb /ɪnˈkriːst/

increased

增加的
Meaning
became greater in size, amount, or degree
Example
The company's revenue increased last year.
公司去年收入增加了。
A2 noun /dʒæz/

jazz

幸福
Meaning
a style of music characterized by improvisation, syncopation, and strong rhythm, originating in African American communities
Example
She loves listening to live jazz on weekends.
当她收到奖项时,她无法掩饰自己的幸福。
C1 noun /ˈdʊr.i.ən/

Durian

榴莲
Meaning
a large spiky tropical fruit known for its strong smell and creamy custard-like flesh
Example
Durian is known as the king of fruits in Southeast Asia despite its pungent odor.
榴莲在东南亚被誉为水果之王,尽管它散发着强烈的气味。
C1 adjective /nɑːkˈtɜr.nəl/

Nocturnal

夜行性
Meaning
active at night; happening during the night
Example
Owls are nocturnal animals that hunt at night.
猫头鹰是夜间活动的动物,在晚上捕猎。
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。
B2 noun ˌprez.əˈveɪ.ʃən

preservation

保存
Meaning
The action of maintaining something in its original or existing state; protection from harm or damage.
Example
Proper preservation extends the lifespan of machinery.
适当的保存延长了机器的使用寿命。
C2 noun /ɪˈskʌtʃən/

escutcheon

带有家族徽章的盾牌
Meaning
a shield or emblem bearing a coat of arms
Example
The family crest was displayed on the escutcheon above the fireplace.
家族徽章展示在壁炉上方的盾牌上。
C1 adjective /ˈpen.ɪ.ləs/

Penniless

一贫如洗;极度贫穷;完全没有资金
Meaning
having no money; extremely poor; completely without funds
Example
After losing his job, he became penniless.
失业后,他变得一贫如洗。
C1 noun /ˈlʌləˌbaɪ/

lullaby

摇篮曲
Meaning
a soothing song sung to help a child fall asleep
Example
She sang a lullaby to her baby every night.
她每晚都会唱摇篮曲给她的宝宝听。
C1 noun /ˈfɔːls.hʊd/

Falsehood

虚伪; 谎言
Meaning
the state of being untrue; a lie
Example
The politician was caught spreading falsehoods about his opponent.
那位政治家被抓到散播关于对手的谎言。
A2 noun /ˈdeɪn.dʒər/

danger

危险
Meaning
The possibility of harm, injury, or loss.
Example
The hikers were in great danger during the storm.
徒步旅行者在暴风雨中处于极大危险中。
C2 adjective /ˈfraɪəbl/

friable

脆弱
Meaning
Easily crumbled or reduced to powder.
Example
The old brick wall was friable and broke apart at a touch.
那堵老砖墙是脆弱的,轻轻一碰就破裂了。
A2 noun ˈɡrænˌpɛrənts

Grandparents

祖父母
Meaning
The parents of one's father or mother.
Example
Grandparents are an important part of the family tree.
祖父母是家谱中的重要部分。
C1 noun /ɪˈnæməl/

enamel

牙釉质
Meaning
a hard, glossy substance used as a protective or decorative coating; the hard outer layer of teeth
Example
The dentist explained that enamel protects the teeth from decay.
牙医解释说,牙釉质可以保护牙齿免受蛀牙的侵害。
C2 noun /ˈmʌs.tərd liːf/

Mustard leaf

芥菜叶
Meaning
green leafy vegetable from the mustard plant; edible leaves used in cooking
Example
We cooked mustard leaf with fish in a traditional Bengali curry.
我们在传统的孟加拉咖喱中与鱼一起煮了芥菜叶。
B2 adjective /rɪˈmuːvəbəl/

removable

可拆卸的
Meaning
able to be removed or taken away
Example
This phone has a removable battery.
这款手机有一块可拆卸的电池。
B1 adjective /ˌʌndərˈstændəbl/

understandable

可以理解的
Meaning
Able to be understood; reasonable or justifiable.
Example
Her reaction was understandable given the situation.
考虑到情况,她的反应是可以理解的。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnəˈfɛnsɪv/

inoffensive

无害的
Meaning
Not likely to offend or provoke; harmless.
Example
His inoffensive remarks kept the conversation friendly.
他的无害评论让谈话保持友好。
B2 noun, verb /striːk/

streak

条纹或线;快速移动至指定方向
Meaning
a long, thin line or mark; to move very quickly in a specified direction
Example
Lightning streaked across the night sky.
闪电划过夜空。
C1 verb /niːd/

knead

揉捏
Meaning
to work dough or clay into a uniform mixture by pressing, folding, and stretching
Example
She kneads the dough until it becomes smooth.
她把面团揉到光滑为止。
B2 adjective /ˈɡlɔːr.i.əs/

Glorious

荣耀的; 著名的;
Meaning
magnificent; famous; having great beauty or splendor
Example
The sunset was absolutely glorious.
日落绝对是荣耀的。
C1 verb /ɪnˈreɪdʒ/

enrage

激怒
Meaning
To make someone extremely angry.
Example
His unfair remarks enraged the audience.
他的不公正言论激怒了观众。
B2 adjective /dɪˈvaɪn/

Divine

神圣的; 天上的; 类似神的; 与上帝或神灵有关
Meaning
heavenly; sacred; godlike; relating to God or a deity
Example
The divine beauty of the sunset took their breath away.
夕阳的神圣美景让他们屏息凝视。
B1 adverb /ˈkɒnstəntli/

Constantly

不断地; 总是; 不停地
Meaning
continuously over a period of time; always; without stopping
Example
The baby was constantly crying throughout the night.
婴儿整晚不停地哭泣。
C2 noun /ɪmˌpɜːrtərbəˈbɪləti/

imperturbability

安定性
Meaning
The quality of being calm and not easily disturbed or upset.
Example
Her imperturbability during the crisis impressed everyone.
她在危机中的安定性给所有人留下了深刻的印象。
C2 noun /ˈhɑːr.bɪn.dʒər/

Harbinger

先兆
Meaning
a person or thing that announces or signals the approach of another; a forerunner of something
Example
The first robin of spring is often considered a harbinger of warmer weather to come.
春天的第一只知更鸟常被认为是即将来临的温暖天气的先兆。
B2 noun /ˈsɪɡ.nə.tʃər/

Signature

签名
Meaning
a person's name written in their own handwriting as identification or authorization
Example
Please put your signature at the bottom of the document.
请在文件底部签名。
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。
C1 noun /vərˈnækjələr/

vernacular

方言
Meaning
the language or dialect spoken by ordinary people in a particular region
Example
He gave his speech in the local vernacular so everyone could understand.
他用当地的方言发表了演讲,以便每个人都能理解。
A1 noun /kæt/

Cat

Meaning
a small domesticated carnivorous mammal with soft fur, a short snout, and retractile claws
Example
The cat sat on the windowsill watching birds.
猫坐在窗台上看着鸟儿。
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。
C2 verb /ˈæd.ʌm.breɪt/

adumbrate

预示
Meaning
to foreshadow or suggest something in an unclear or indirect way
Example
The report adumbrates future economic challenges.
报告预示着未来的经济挑战。
C2 noun /ˌɛksaɪˈteɪʃən/

excitation

兴奋
Meaning
a state of great excitement or the process of stimulating activity
Example
The news created great excitation among the fans.
这条新闻在球迷中引起了极大的兴奋。
A1 noun /ˈdɔː.tər/

Daughter

女儿
Meaning
a female offspring; a young woman in relation to her parents
Example
Their daughter graduated from medical school with top honors.
她的女儿以优异的成绩从医学院毕业。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈɔːdəbl/

inaudible

听不见的
Meaning
Unable to be heard.
Example
Her voice was almost inaudible over the noise.
她的声音几乎在噪音中听不见。
B2 adjective /boʊld/

Bold

大胆; 自信; 勇敢
Meaning
brave; confident; daring
Example
He made a bold decision to start his own business.
他做出了大胆的决定,开始了自己的生意。
C1 noun /ˈdʒiː.nəs/

genus

Meaning
a category in biological classification ranking above species and below family
Example
The tiger belongs to the genus Panthera.
老虎属于豹属 Panthera。
C2 adjective /ˈfʊl.səm/

fulsome

过度的赞美
Meaning
Excessively flattering or insincere; abundant or generous in amount.
Example
He offered fulsome praise to his boss.
他给老板提供了过度的赞美。
B2 adjective /hoʊˈlɪs.tɪk/

holistic

整体的
Meaning
Understanding or analyzing something through a comprehensive, integrated whole perspective.
Example
A holistic approach to health considers both body and mind.
整体健康方法考虑身体和心理。
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 adjective /ˈstɜːrdi/

sturdy

坚固
Meaning
strongly and solidly built; not easily weakened
Example
The carpenter made a sturdy wooden table.
木匠做了一张坚固的木桌。
B2 noun /ˈleɪaʊt/

layout

布局
Meaning
the arrangement or design of something, especially the arrangement of elements in a book, webpage, or room
Example
The designer presented a new layout for the website that was much more user-friendly.
设计师为网站展示了一个全新的布局,这使得它更具用户友好性。
B2 adjective /rɪˈspek.tə.bəl/

Respectable

体面
Meaning
worthy of respect; having good reputation; decent
Example
He comes from a respectable family in the community.
他来自社区一个体面的家庭。
B2 adverb /ˈmɒdərətli/

moderately

适度地
Meaning
to a reasonable extent, not excessively
Example
She exercises moderately to stay healthy.
她适度地锻炼以保持健康。
C2 adjective /ˌfærɪˈseɪɪkəl/

pharisaical

伪善的
Meaning
Excessively concerned with formal rules or outward show of morality, often in a hypocritical way.
Example
His pharisaical behavior made people doubt his sincerity.
他的伪善行为让人怀疑他的真诚。
C1 adjective prəˈvɪnʃəl

provincial

省级
Meaning
Of or concerning a province of a country or empire.
Example
Bengali was not just a provincial language.
孟加拉语不仅仅是一个省级语言。
C2 adjective /bruːsk/ or /brʌsk/

brusque

粗暴
Meaning
abrupt or blunt in manner or speech, often seen as rude
Example
His brusque reply ended the conversation.
他那粗暴的回答结束了谈话。
B1 noun sɪˈlek.ʃən

selection

选择
Meaning
The action or fact of carefully choosing someone or something as being the best or most suitable.
Example
The selection process is based on merit.
选择过程基于优点。
B2 adjective /ˈvɪʃ.əs/

Vicious

恶毒的; 残忍的; 野性的
Meaning
deliberately cruel or violent; having a savage nature
Example
The vicious dog attacked anyone who came near its territory.
那只恶狗攻击任何接近其领土的人。
C1 noun /ˈɡʌstoʊ/

gusto

热情
Meaning
great enjoyment, energy, or enthusiasm in doing something
Example
She sang the song with great gusto.
她充满热情地唱了这首歌。
C2 adjective /ɪmˈpɒndərəbl̩/

imponderable

无法估量
Meaning
Something difficult or impossible to estimate, assess, or understand
Example
The outcome of the election depends on many imponderable factors.
选举结果取决于许多无法估量的因素。
A2 adjective /kənˈsɜːnd/

concerned

担忧的
Meaning
worried or anxious about something; involved or interested in something
Example
She was concerned about her mother's health.
她对母亲的健康感到担忧。
C2 noun /ˌdɪʃəˈbiːl/

dishabille

衣着不整
Meaning
The state of being only partly or loosely dressed; casual or careless attire.
Example
She answered the door in a state of dishabille, wearing just a robe.
她穿着睡袍以一种衣着不整的状态开了门。
C2 adjective /kəmˈpleɪzənt/

complaisant

过于顺从
Meaning
willing to please others or to accept what they do or say without protest
Example
He was too complaisant to refuse their demands.
他太顺从以至于无法拒绝他们的要求。
C1 adjective/noun /ˈkɜːrsɪv/

cursive

斜体字
Meaning
Written with characters joined together in a flowing manner.
Example
The teacher asked students to write the essay in cursive handwriting.
老师让学生用斜体字写作文。