C1 noun ˌmɪtɪˈɡeɪʃən ˈstrætədʒiz

mitigation strategies

缓解策略

Meaning

Plans and actions designed to reduce the severity or impact of problems or risks.

Example

Governments must adopt mitigation strategies for climate change.

政府必须为气候变化采取缓解策略。

C1 noun /ˈmiːknəs/

Meekness

谦逊

Meaning

The quality of being quiet, gentle, and submissive

Example

His meekness was often mistaken for weakness by his colleagues.

他的谦逊常常被同事误解为软弱。

C1 noun /meɪl treɪn/

Mail train

邮政列车

Meaning

a train that carries mail and postal packages

Example

The mail train departs every evening to deliver letters across the country.

邮件列车每天晚上发车，跨越全国递送信件。

C1 noun ˈmæŋɡroʊv ˈfɒrɪst

Mangrove Forest

红树林

Meaning

A coastal forest ecosystem characterized by salt-tolerant trees and shrubs that grow in intertidal zones.

Example

Sundarbans is the world's largest mangrove forest.

孙达班是世界上最大的红树林。

A2 interjection /mˈhm/

mm-hmm

是的

Meaning

A sound used to express agreement or acknowledgment in conversation.

Example

‘Do you understand?’ ‘Mm-hmm.’

‘你明白吗?’ ‘是的.’

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 noun ˈmetəl kənˌtæməˈneɪʃən

metal contamination

金属污染

Meaning

The presence of toxic metals in the environment that pose health and environmental risks.

Example

Metal contamination poses severe health risks.

金属污染对健康构成严重威胁。

C1 noun /ˌmɒd.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

modulation

声音控制

Meaning

The process of varying or controlling something.

Example

Proper modulation of voice enhances communication skills.

正确的语音调节提高了沟通技巧。

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 verb /ˈmʌtər/

mutter

低声说

Meaning

to speak in a low or barely audible voice, often in dissatisfaction or irritation

Example

He muttered something under his breath as he walked away.

他低声咕哝着什么，走开了。

C2 noun /ˈmɒdɪkəm/

modicum

一点点

Meaning

a small or moderate amount of something, especially something valuable or desirable

Example

She showed a modicum of patience during the long meeting.

在漫长的会议中，她表现出了一点点耐心。

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。

A1 noun /mɑːrtʃ/

March

行进

Meaning

An act of walking in a regular measured tread; a protest demonstration

Example

The soldiers performed a ceremonial march in front of the palace.

士兵们在宫殿前举行了仪式性游行。

C2 adjective /ˈmɪn.dʒi/

Mingy

小气; 吝啬

Meaning

mean or stingy; unwilling to spend money

Example

He is too mingy to spend money on anything but necessities.

他太小气，不愿意在除必要的东西外花钱。

C2 noun /məˈnæʒəri/

menagerie

野生动物收藏

Meaning

a collection of wild animals kept for exhibition; a diverse or strange group of people or things

Example

The circus had a menagerie of exotic animals.

马戏团里有一群异国情调的动物。

C1 verb /ˈmɜːrmər/

murmur

低语

Meaning

To say something in a low, soft, or indistinct voice.

Example

She murmured a prayer before going to sleep.

她在睡觉前低声念了一句祷告。

A2 noun /ˈmoʊtər/

motor

马达

Meaning

a machine that produces motion or power to make something work

Example

The car’s motor stopped suddenly.

汽车的马达突然停止了。

C2 adjective /ˌmækɪəˈvɛliən/

machiavellian

狡猾的，阴谋的，不择手段的，尤其是在政治或推动自己事业方面

Meaning

cunning, scheming, and unscrupulous, especially in politics or in advancing one's career

Example

The politician was known for his Machiavellian tactics.

那位政治家因其马基雅维利式的手段而闻名。

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。

B1 noun /məˈdʒɪʃən/

magician

魔术师

Meaning

A person who performs tricks and illusions for entertainment or one believed to have magical powers.

Example

The magician pulled a rabbit out of his hat.

魔术师从他的帽子里拿出了兔子。

C1 noun /ˈmɔː.tər ænd ˈpes.əl/

Mortar and Pestle

研钵和杵

Meaning

a bowl and grinding tool used to crush and grind spices, herbs, and other substances

Example

She ground the spices using a mortar and pestle.

她用研钵和杵磨碎了香料。

C1 noun /ˌmænɪˈfɛstoʊ/

manifesto

宣言

Meaning

a public declaration of policy and aims, especially by a political party

Example

The party released its manifesto before the election.

政党在选举前发布了其宣言。

C1 adjective /ˈmæliəbl̩/

malleable

易于塑形

Meaning

Easily shaped or influenced; capable of being bent or adapted.

Example

Gold is a highly malleable metal used in jewelry.

黄金是一种非常易于塑形的金属，用于珠宝制作。

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。

B2 adjective /ˌmiː.diˈiː.vəl/

medieval

中世纪的

Meaning

Relating to the Middle Ages, the period in European history from about the 5th to the 15th century.

Example

The castle is a famous medieval monument.

这座城堡是一个著名的中世纪纪念碑。

C2 verb /ˌmɪs.əˈtrɪb.juːt/

misattribute

错误归因

Meaning

to incorrectly credit something, such as a work or remark, to the wrong person or source

Example

The quote was misattributed to Shakespeare.

这句话被错误地归因于莎士比亚。

B1 noun /ˈmænər/

manner

方式 / 举止

Meaning

a way in which something is done or happens

Example

He spoke in a polite manner.

他说话很有礼貌。

B1 noun /ˌmoʊtɪˈveɪʃən/

motivation

动机

Meaning

the reason or drive for acting or behaving in a particular way

Example

She lost her motivation to continue the project.

她失去了继续项目的动机。

C1 noun /ˈmæk.rəʊˌnjuː.tri.ənts/

macronutrients

大营养素

Meaning

Nutrients that are needed in large amounts to provide energy and building materials for the body, including carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.

Example

Proteins, fats, and carbohydrates are vital macronutrients.

蛋白质、脂肪和碳水化合物是重要的大营养素。

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。

C2 verb /ˈmæk.jʊˌleɪt/

maculate

玷污

Meaning

To stain, spot, or pollute something.

Example

The white cloth was maculated by ink stains.

白色布料被墨水污点弄脏了。

C1 adjective /ˈmɜː.sɪ.ləs/

Merciless

冷酷无情; 残忍的;

Meaning

showing no mercy or pity; cruel and heartless

Example

The merciless dictator showed no compassion.

无情的独裁者没有显示任何同情。

C1 adjective /ˈmænɪfoʊld/

Manifold

多方面的

Meaning

many and of several different types; multiple; various

Example

The project has manifold benefits for the community.

这个项目对社区有多方面的好处。

B2 noun /ˈmɑːrkɪtˌpleɪs/

marketplace

市场

Meaning

a place where goods and services are bought and sold; an open area for trade

Example

The town's marketplace is crowded every Friday morning.

城市的市场每个星期五早上都很拥挤。

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。

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 /mɑːrkt/

Marked

显著的; 明显的; 独特的

Meaning

clearly noticeable; distinct; obvious

Example

There was a marked improvement in her performance.

她的表现有了显著的改善。

C2 noun /ˈmɛzməˌrɪzəm/

mesmerism

催眠术

Meaning

A state of fascination or hypnotism.

Example

The magician held the audience in a state of mesmerism.

魔术师让观众处于催眠状态。

B2 adjective /ˈmʌd.i/

muddy

泥泞的

Meaning

covered in or full of mud; unclear or confused

Example

The children came back with muddy shoes after playing outside.

孩子们玩耍后，穿着泥泞的鞋子回来了。

C2 adjective /ˌmɪsənˈθrɑːpɪk/

misanthropic

厌人症的

Meaning

having or showing a dislike of humankind

Example

His misanthropic attitude made it difficult for him to make friends.

他那种厌人症的态度让他难以交到朋友。

C2 noun /mɪˈsænθrəpi/

misanthropy

厌人症

Meaning

a general dislike, distrust, or hatred of humankind

Example

His misanthropy was evident in the way he avoided people.

他的厌人症在他回避人群的方式中显而易见。

C2 noun /ˈmɪsəleɪni/

miscellany

杂集

Meaning

A collection or mixture of various things.

Example

The book is a miscellany of essays and poems.

这本书是散文和诗歌的杂集。

C1 noun /ˈmænəˌrɪzəm/

Mannerism

习惯行为

Meaning

A habitual gesture or way of speaking or behaving; an idiosyncrasy

Example

His constant throat clearing had become an annoying mannerism.

他不断清嗓子已成为一种恼人的习惯行为。

C2 noun /ˈmɪsənˌθroʊp/

misanthrope

厌人者

Meaning

a person who dislikes or distrusts humankind

Example

The old man was considered a misanthrope who avoided all social gatherings.

这个老人被认为是一个回避所有社交活动的厌人者。

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。

B1 noun /ˈmɪs.tər.i/

Mystery

谜; 无法理解的事情

Meaning

something that is difficult or impossible to understand or explain

Example

The disappearance of the plane remains a mystery.

飞机失踪仍然是一个谜。

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 noun /ˌmaʊntəˈnɪə/

mountaineer

登山者

Meaning

A person who climbs mountains as a sport or profession.

Example

The mountaineer reached the summit after a long climb.

登山者在长时间的攀登后达到了山顶。

C2 verb /ˈmæsəˌreɪt/

macerate

浸泡

Meaning

to soften or break up something, especially food, by soaking in liquid

Example

The chef macerated the fruit in wine before serving.

厨师在上菜前将水果浸泡在葡萄酒中。

B1 noun /ˈmiːtər/

meter

米

Meaning

A unit of length in the metric system equal to 100 centimeters; also, a device that measures quantity such as electricity or gas.

Example

The technician came to check the electricity meter.

技术员来了检查电表。

B2 noun /meɪz/

Maze

迷宫

Meaning

A network of paths designed as a puzzle; a confusing situation

Example

The children got lost in the corn maze at the harvest festival.

孩子们在丰收节的玉米迷宫里迷路了。

A2 noun /ˈmiːdiə/

Media

媒体

Meaning

The main means of mass communication regarded collectively

Example

The news was widely reported in all forms of media.

新闻在所有形式的媒体中被广泛报道。

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。

A2 noun /ˈmæstər/

Master

大师; 专家;

Meaning

A skilled practitioner of a particular art or activity; a teacher or expert

Example

Leonardo da Vinci was a master of both painting and sculpture.

列奥纳多·达·芬奇是绘画和雕塑的高手。

A2 noun /ˈmaʊn.tɪn/

Mountain

山

Meaning

a large natural elevation of earth and rock rising above the ground

Example

They climbed the highest mountain in the region.

他们攀登了该地区最高的山。

C2 noun /məˈnɒkrəsi/

monocracy

独裁制

Meaning

A system of government by a single person; autocracy.

Example

The nation suffered under decades of monocracy.

国家在几十年的独裁制下遭受痛苦。

C2 adjective /ˈmɪnsɪŋ/

mincing

做作

Meaning

affectedly delicate, dainty, or refined in manner or movement

Example

He walked with mincing steps across the stage.

他走过舞台时步伐轻盈。

B2 adverb /ˈmen.tə.li/

Mentally

心理上

Meaning

relating to the mind; in terms of mental processes

Example

She was mentally preparing herself for the exam.

她正在为考试做心理准备。

B2 noun /məˈskiː.toʊ net/

Mosquito-net

蚊帐

Meaning

a fine mesh fabric used to cover beds or windows to keep mosquitoes and other insects out

Example

We use a mosquito net to protect ourselves from insect bites.

我们使用蚊帐来保护自己，防止被虫子叮咬。

C2 noun /ˈmɜːkinəs/

murkiness

浑浊

Meaning

The quality of being dark, gloomy, or unclear.

Example

The murkiness of the water made it hard to see the fish.

水的浑浊使得很难看到鱼。

B2 adjective /ˈmɪθɪkəl/

Mythical

神话的

Meaning

existing only in myths or legends; imaginary or fictitious

Example

Dragons are mythical creatures that appear in many cultures.

龙是神话中的生物，出现在许多文化中。

B1 adverb /ˈmeɪn.li/

Mainly

主要; 大多数

Meaning

for the most part; chiefly; primarily

Example

The conference was mainly about environmental protection and climate change.

会议主要讨论了环境保护和气候变化。

C1 noun /ˌmɪsˈdiːd/

Misdeed

恶行; 罪行

Meaning

A wicked or illegal act; wrongdoing

Example

He regretted his past misdeeds and tried to make amends.

他后悔过去的恶行，并试图弥补。

C2 noun /ˌmɪsədˈvɛntʃər/

misadventure

不幸的事故

Meaning

An unlucky accident, mishap, or unfortunate event.

Example

He broke his leg during a skiing misadventure.

他在滑雪时发生了一次不幸的事故，摔断了腿。

B1 verb /məˈsɑːʒ/

massage

按摩

Meaning

to rub and press muscles to relieve pain or tension; to manipulate information

Example

The therapist will massage your back to reduce muscle tension.

治疗师会按摩你的背部以减轻肌肉紧张。

B2 noun /ˈmɜːrtʃənt/

merchant

商人

Meaning

a person or company involved in the trade of goods, especially in large quantities

Example

The merchant sold spices from distant lands.

商人出售来自遥远土地的香料。

C2 adjective /ˈmæk.jʊˌleɪ.tɪd/

maculated

斑驳的

Meaning

Spotted or stained; marked with blemishes.

Example

The maculated surface of the old mirror gave it a unique charm.

旧镜子的斑驳表面赋予它独特的魅力。

C1 adjective /ˈmjuːtɪd/

muted

柔和的

Meaning

softened in sound, color, or effect; subdued

Example

The room was painted in muted shades of blue and grey.

房间用蓝色和灰色的柔和色调粉刷。

C1 noun /ˈmiːnnəs/

Meanness

恶意; 吝啬

Meaning

The quality of being unkind, spiteful, or unfair; stinginess

Example

His meanness towards the poor children shocked everyone in the neighborhood.

他对贫困孩子的恶意让邻里的人都感到震惊。

B2 adjective /ˈmæn.ju.əl/

Manual

手动

Meaning

done by hand; operated by hand; not automatic

Example

This is a manual process that requires careful attention.

这是一个手动过程，需要仔细关注。

C1 verb, noun /ˈmʌstər/

muster

聚集 / 集合勇气

Meaning

to gather people, especially soldiers; to summon courage or strength

Example

He mustered enough courage to face the challenge.

他积聚了足够的勇气来面对挑战。

B1 noun /miːnz/

Means

手段; 资源; 方法;

Meaning

An action or system by which a result is achieved; financial resources

Example

They don't have the means to afford such an expensive vacation.

他们没有足够的手段支付如此昂贵的度假费用。

C1 adjective /məˈdʒen.tə/

Magenta

品红色

Meaning

a bright purplish-red color

Example

She wore a beautiful magenta dress to the party.

她穿了一件漂亮的品红色裙子去派对。

C2 noun /ˈmeɪvən/

maven

专家

Meaning

an expert or connoisseur in a particular field

Example

He is a tech maven who always knows the latest trends.

他是一个科技领域的专家，总是知道最新的趋势。

C1 adjective /ˈmaʊntɪnəs/

Mountainous

山区的

Meaning

having many mountains; characterized by mountains

Example

The mountainous region was difficult to travel through.

这个山区地区很难旅行。

C2 verb /ˌmɪsæprɪˈhɛnd/

misapprehend

误解

Meaning

to misunderstand or misinterpret something

Example

He misapprehended the teacher’s instructions and did the task incorrectly.

他误解了老师的指示，错误地做了任务。

C1 noun /mɪsˈɡɪv.ɪŋ/

Misgiving

疑虑; 担忧; 不确定

Meaning

A feeling of doubt or apprehension about the outcome or consequences of something

Example

She had serious misgivings about accepting the job offer.

她对于接受工作邀请有严重的疑虑。

B2 verb /maʊnt/

mount

安装

Meaning

to climb up, rise, or fix something in place

Example

They plan to mount a camera on the wall.

他们计划在墙上安装一台摄像机。

B2 adjective /ˌmʌl.tiˈpɜː.pəs/

Multipurpose

多用途的

Meaning

having multiple uses or functions; versatile

Example

This multipurpose tool can be used as a knife, screwdriver, and bottle opener.

这个多功能工具可以用作刀子、螺丝刀和开瓶器。

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。

C1 noun mɪˈtɪkjʊləsnɪs

meticulousness

对细节的极大关注

Meaning

Great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

Example

His meticulousness made the project successful.

他的细心让这个项目成功。

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。

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 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。

A2 noun /ˈmiːtɪŋ/

meeting

会议

Meaning

A gathering of people for discussion or decision-making.

Example

The board had a meeting to finalize the budget.

董事会举行了会议来完成预算。

C1 noun /mɔːˈtæləti/

mortality

死亡率

Meaning

the state of being subject to death; the death rate of a population

Example

Advancements in medicine have reduced child mortality significantly.

医学的进步显著降低了婴儿死亡率。

B2 adjective /ˈmænɪdʒəbəl/

Manageable

可管理的；可控制的

Meaning

able to be controlled or dealt with; feasible

Example

The workload is manageable if we plan properly.

工作负载是可管理的，如果我们正确规划。

C2 noun /ˈmæl.əˌfæk.tər/

malefactor

恶棍

Meaning

A person who commits a crime or does evil.

Example

The malefactor was arrested for the robbery.

恶棍因抢劫被捕。

C1 noun /mɪˈsɑːdʒəni/

misogyny

厌恶女性

Meaning

Hatred of, contempt for, or prejudice against women.

Example

The novel has been criticized for promoting misogyny.

这本小说因宣扬厌恶女性而遭到批评。

C1 noun /ˈmɪmɪkri/

mimicry

模仿

Meaning

The act of imitating someone or something, often for humor or learning.

Example

The comedian’s mimicry of celebrities made the audience laugh.

喜剧演员通过模仿名人让观众捧腹大笑。

C2 noun /ˈmæl.kənˌtɛnt/

malcontent

不满的人

Meaning

A person who is dissatisfied or rebellious; one who is not content.

Example

The malcontent voiced his grievances against the government.

这个不满的人表达了他对政府的不满。

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。

C1 noun /ˈmɒnəʊˌkʌltʃər/

monoculture

单一种植

Meaning

The agricultural practice of growing only one type of crop over a large area and for many consecutive years, which can lead to increased vulnerability to pests and diseases.

Example

Monoculture can lead to soil depletion and increased pest vulnerability.

单一种植可能导致土壤退化并增加对害虫的脆弱性。

B1 noun /ˈmɑː.kɪ.tɪŋ/

Marketing

市场营销, 营销, 推广

Meaning

The activity, set of institutions, and processes for creating, communicating, delivering, and exchanging offerings that have value for customers, clients, partners, and society at large.

Example

Digital marketing has transformed business strategies.

数字营销已经改变了商业策略。

B2 adjective /ˈmiː.nɪŋ.ləs/

Meaningless

毫无意义; 没有目的; 无意义

Meaning

without purpose; having no significance; pointless

Example

The data became meaningless without proper context.

数据在没有适当背景的情况下变得毫无意义。

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。

C2 noun /ˈmɛtəl/

mettle

勇气

Meaning

A person's ability to cope well with difficulties or to face demanding situations with courage.

Example

The young athlete showed his mettle in the final match.

这位年轻的运动员在决赛中展示了他的勇气。

B2 noun /ˈmɔːl.tə/

Malta

血橙

Meaning

a sweet citrus fruit similar to orange, also known as blood orange or sweet orange

Example

Malta is a popular citrus fruit in Bangladesh known for its sweet taste and high vitamin C content.

Malta 在孟加拉国是一种广受欢迎的柑橘类水果，以其甜味和高维生素C含量而闻名。

C1 noun məˈnjʊər

manure

粪肥, 有机肥料

Meaning

Animal dung used for fertilizing land; organic matter used as fertilizer.

Example

Organic manure enhances soil fertility.

有机肥料提高土壤肥力。

B2 noun /maɪˈɡreɪʃən/

migration

迁徙

Meaning

the movement of people or animals from one place to another, often for better living conditions or seasonal reasons

Example

The annual migration of birds is a fascinating natural event.

鸟类的年度迁徙是一个引人入胜的自然事件。

C1 noun /ˈmenəs/

Menace

威胁

Meaning

A person or thing that is likely to cause harm; a threat

Example

The reckless driver was a menace to everyone on the road.

那个鲁莽的司机对路上的每个人构成了威胁。

C1 adjective /məˈlɪʃəs/

Malicious

恶意的; 有害的

Meaning

having or showing a desire to cause harm to someone; spiteful

Example

The malicious software damaged many computers.

恶意软件损坏了许多计算机。

B2 noun /mæt/

Mat

垫子

Meaning

a piece of coarse material placed on a floor for people to wipe their feet on

Example

Please wipe your feet on the mat before entering.

请在进入前擦干净脚上的垫子。

C1 adjective /ˈmoʊmənˌteri/

momentary

短暂

Meaning

Lasting for only a short time.

Example

There was a momentary silence in the room.

房间里有一阵短暂的沉默。

B2 verb /ˌmænjʊˈfæktʃər/

manufacture

制造

Meaning

to produce goods in large quantities using machinery; to make or create something

Example

The company manufactures electronic devices for global markets.

该公司为全球市场生产电子设备。

C2 noun /mɪˈtɒnɪmi/

metonymy

借代

Meaning

A figure of speech in which one word or phrase is substituted with another closely related word or concept.

Example

In the phrase 'the crown will decide,' 'crown' is a metonymy for monarchy.

在短语 '王冠将决定' 中，'王冠' 是君主制的借代。

A2 noun /ˈmʌŋki/

Monkey

猴子

Meaning

a primate mammal that typically has a long tail and lives in trees

Example

The monkey swung from branch to branch in the jungle.

猴子在丛林里从一根树枝荡到另一根。

B1 noun /ˈmaɪ.krəˌskoʊp/

microscope

显微镜

Meaning

An optical instrument used for viewing very small objects, such as cells, by magnifying them.

Example

The scientist observed the bacteria under the microscope.

科学家在显微镜下观察细菌。

C1 noun /ˈmɑːrtərdəm/

Martyrdom

殉道

Meaning

The suffering of death on account of adherence to a cause or principle

Example

His martyrdom inspired countless others to join the freedom movement.

他的殉道激励了无数其他人加入自由运动。

C1 adjective /maɪˈkroʊ.bi.əl/

microbial

微生物的

Meaning

Related to bacteria, fungi, and other microscopic organisms.

Example

Microbial activity in the soil improves fertility.

土壤中的微生物活动改善了土壤的肥力。

C1 verb /ˈmɒd.jʊ.leɪt/

modulate

调节

Meaning

To change the strength, tone, or pitch of something; to adjust or regulate.

Example

A good speaker knows how to modulate their voice.

一个好的演讲者知道如何调节自己的声音。

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。

C2 noun /ˌmjuːtəˈbɪləti/

mutablility

变异性 (拼写错误)

Meaning

A misspelled form of 'mutability', meaning the quality of being changeable.

Example

The document contained the misspelled word 'mutablility' instead of 'mutability'.

文件中包含了拼写错误的词 'mutablility'，而不是 'mutability'。

变形

Meaning

to change smoothly from one form, shape, or character into another

Example

The caterpillar will morph into a butterfly.

毛毛虫将变成一只蝴蝶。