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C1 noun /nɪərˈvɑːnə/

nirvana

Meaning
A state of perfect happiness, peace, and freedom from suffering; in Buddhism, the ultimate goal of liberation.
Example
Meditation helps some people seek nirvana in their lives.
B1 noun /kriˈeɪ.ʃənz/

creations

创作
Meaning
Things that have been created, especially works of art or imaginative works.
Example
His creations astonished the world.
他的创造让世界惊叹不已。
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 adjective /ˌɪm.pəˈfɛk.tə.bəl/

imperfectible

不可完美
Meaning
Incapable of being made perfect or complete.
Example
Some human qualities are considered imperfectible.
某些人类特质被认为是不可完美的。
C2 noun /dɪˈpɑːzɪtər/

depositor

存款人
Meaning
a person who places money in a bank or financial institution
Example
The bank provides insurance to protect depositors’ funds.
银行提供保险来保护存款人的资金。
B1 adjective /ˈhoʊli/

Holy

神圣的；献给上帝或宗教目的的；道德上和精神上杰出的
Meaning
sacred; dedicated to God or religious purposes; morally and spiritually excellent
Example
The holy shrine attracts thousands of pilgrims every year.
圣地每年吸引成千上万的朝圣者。
B2 adverb /ˈkɒnsɪkwəntli/

consequently

因此
Meaning
as a result; therefore
Example
He didn’t study, and consequently he failed the exam.
他没有学习，因此他没通过考试。
C2 adjective /ˈɑːrtləs/

artless

天真, 简单
Meaning
Without deception or pretentiousness; natural and simple.
Example
Her artless smile made everyone feel at ease.
她天真的微笑让每个人都感到轻松。
B2 verb /ɡræsp/

grasp

抓住
Meaning
to grip firmly; to understand something
Example
She finally grasped the concept after the explanation.
她终于在解释后理解了这个概念。
C2 noun /ˈkwɪzlɪŋ/

quisling

叛徒
Meaning
A traitor who collaborates with an enemy force occupying their country.
Example
During the war, he was branded a quisling for aiding the invaders.
在战争期间，他因帮助入侵者而被贴上了“奎斯林”标签。
C2 noun /ˈswɑːvɪti/

suavity

优雅与魅力
Meaning
smoothness and charm in manner
Example
His suavity made him popular in social gatherings.
他的优雅与魅力使他在社交聚会中很受欢迎。
C1 noun /kuː/

coup

政变
Meaning
a sudden, decisive action that brings about a change, especially in government
Example
The military staged a coup to overthrow the existing regime.
军队发动了一次政变，推翻了现有政权。
C1 verb /rɪˈdʒɛnəreɪt/

regenerate

再生
Meaning
to grow or produce again; to renew or restore
Example
The lizard can regenerate its lost tail.
蜥蜴可以再生它失去的尾巴。
C2 adjective /ˈvɪtriəs/

vitreous

玻璃状
Meaning
having a glass-like appearance or quality
Example
The mineral has a vitreous shine.
这种矿物有玻璃状的光泽。
B2 noun /kriːk/

creek

小溪
Meaning
a small stream or narrow river
Example
We went fishing by the creek near our house.
我们在离家很近的小溪旁钓鱼。
C2 noun /ˈhaʊsˌbreɪkɪŋ/

housebreaking

入室盗窃
Meaning
the crime of breaking into a house with intent to steal
Example
The thief was arrested for housebreaking.
小偷因入室盗窃被捕。
C2 verb /əˈdjuːs/

adduce

提供证据或理由
Meaning
To provide evidence or reasons to support an argument or idea.
Example
The lawyer adduced several examples to support his case.
律师引用了几个例子来支持他的案件。
B2 noun /ˈsætaɪər/

satire

讽刺
Meaning
The use of humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize people's stupidity or vices.
Example
The play was a brilliant satire on modern politics.
这出戏是对现代政治的精彩讽刺。
C2 adjective /ˌʌltrəˈmɒnteɪn/

ultramontane

教皇支持者
Meaning
beyond the mountains, especially referring to support for the Pope over local church authority
Example
The debate highlighted the ultramontane position in church politics.
辩论突出了教会政治中超山的立场。
C1 adverb /ˈwɪmzɪkli/

Whimsically

任性地，异想天开地
Meaning
In a playful, fanciful, or capricious manner; with sudden changes of mind
Example
She decorated her room whimsically with colorful balloons.
她用五彩缤纷的气球任性地装饰了她的房间。
C2 adjective /ˈtʃɜːrlɪʃ/

churlish

粗鲁
Meaning
Rude in a mean-spirited and surly way.
Example
It would be churlish to refuse her kind invitation.
拒绝她亲切的邀请将是粗鲁的。
B2 adjective /ˈreɪʃəl/

racial

种族的
Meaning
relating to a race of people
Example
Racial equality is an important issue in many societies.
种族平等是许多社会中的一个重要问题。
C2 noun ˌpɜː.tɪˈnæs.ɪ.ti

pertinacity

坚定的决心与坚持不懈
Meaning
Firm determination and persistence in achieving something.
Example
His pertinacity in achieving his goals was inspiring.
他在实现目标时的坚定决心令人鼓舞。
C1 noun /sleɪ/

sleigh

雪橇
Meaning
A vehicle pulled by horses or reindeer over snow or ice.
Example
Children were excited to ride in the sleigh through the snowy village.
孩子们兴奋地在雪地小村庄里骑上雪橇。
B2 noun ɪˈmɪʃ.ənz

emissions

排放
Meaning
The production and discharge of something, especially gas, heat, light, or radiation.
Example
Carbon emissions are rising globally.
碳排放在全球范围内上升。
C1 noun /ˈhɪp.ə.krɪt/

Hypocrite

伪君子; 假仁假义者
Meaning
a person who acts in contradiction to their stated beliefs or feelings; a pretender
Example
Don't be a hypocrite by demanding honesty from others while lying yourself.
不要做伪君子，要求别人诚实，而自己却撒谎。
B2 noun /ˌsɛkʃuˈæləti/

sexuality

性别认同
Meaning
a person's capacity for sexual feelings and orientation
Example
She spoke openly about her sexuality and identity.
她公开谈论了她的性别认同和身份。
B2 verb /ˈsteɪ.bə.laɪz/

stabilize

稳定
Meaning
to make something steady, secure, or unlikely to change suddenly
Example
The government took measures to stabilize the economy.
政府采取措施以稳定经济。
C2 noun /ˈlɪθəˌɡræf/

lithograph

石版画 (石头印刷)
Meaning
a print made by lithography, often artistic
Example
The museum displayed a rare lithograph from the 19th century.
博物馆展示了一幅19世纪的稀有石版画。
C2 noun /rɪˈsɪdɪˌvɪzəm/

recidivism

Meaning
The tendency of a convicted criminal to reoffend or relapse into criminal behavior.
Example
The government introduced new programs to reduce recidivism among former inmates.
B2 noun /loʊf/

Loaf

面包
Meaning
a shaped mass of bread baked as a unit
Example
She bought a fresh loaf of bread from the bakery.
她从面包店买了一个新鲜的面包。
A2 verb /prəˈvaɪd/

provide

提供
Meaning
to give or supply something that is needed or wanted
Example
The teacher will provide extra materials for the students.
老师将为学生提供额外的材料。
A2 noun /ˈhɑː.bi/

Hobby

爱好; 休闲活动; 消遣
Meaning
an activity done regularly in one's leisure time for pleasure; a pastime or recreation
Example
Photography became her favorite hobby after she received a camera for her birthday.
摄影成为她的最爱爱好，在她生日时收到了相机。
B2 noun /swɪŋ/

Swing

秋千
Meaning
move or cause to move back and forth or from side to side while suspended or on an axis
Example
The children love to swing in the park.
孩子们喜欢在公园里荡秋千。
B1 verb meɪnˈteɪn

maintain

保持
Meaning
To keep in good condition; to preserve or sustain.
Example
Maintaining discipline in educational institutions is crucial.
在教育机构中保持纪律至关重要。
C1 verb /ɪnˈtrɛntʃ/

entrench

扎根
Meaning
To establish something so firmly that it is difficult to change.
Example
The company entrenched its position in the market through innovation.
公司通过创新巩固了其市场地位。
C1 adjective /ˌʌnfɔːrˈsiːn/

unforeseen

Meaning
Not anticipated or predicted; unexpected.
Example
The project faced unforeseen challenges that delayed its completion.
B2 noun /ˈdɔːr.mæt/

Door-mat

门垫
Meaning
a mat placed in front of a door for wiping feet
Example
Please wipe your feet on the door-mat before entering the house.
请在进入房子之前在门垫上擦脚。
B2 noun /brest/

Breast

胸部
Meaning
the front surface of a person's or animal's body between the neck and the stomach
Example
The baby fell asleep on her mother's breast.
宝宝在母亲的胸部入睡。
B2 noun /ˈpɑːrtɪkəl/

particle

粒子
Meaning
a very small piece or amount of something
Example
Dust particles floated in the air near the window.
尘土粒子在靠近窗户的空气中飘浮。
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。
B1 noun /ˈtʃɛərˌwʊmən/

chairwoman

女主席
Meaning
a woman who presides over a meeting, committee, or organization; a female leader of a board or council
Example
She was elected chairwoman of the company after years of experience.
在多年的经验之后，她被选为公司的女主席。
B1 noun /ˈtʌnəl/

tunnel

隧道
Meaning
an underground passage or shaft
Example
They dug a tunnel under the river.
他们在河底挖了一个隧道。
B2 noun /streɪn/

Strain

压力; 紧张; 疲劳;
Meaning
pressure or tension; excessive demand on strength or resources
Example
Working long hours put a strain on his health.
长时间工作给他的健康带来了压力。
A2 noun /mjuˈziːəm/

museum

博物馆
Meaning
a building in which objects of historical, scientific, artistic, or cultural interest are stored and exhibited
Example
We visited the art museum to see the new exhibition.
我们参观了艺术博物馆，欣赏了新的展览。
C1 adjective ˌsʌbˈlɪm.ɪ.nəl

subliminal

低于意识阈值存在或运作，未被意识到的影响或感知
Meaning
Existing or operating below the threshold of consciousness; perceived by or affecting someone's mind without their being aware of it.
Example
Advertisements often have subliminal messages.
广告常常包含潜意识的讯息。
B2 noun /ˈspɛktrəm/

spectrum

光谱
Meaning
A range of different things, often related to colors, ideas, or classifications.
Example
The festival attracted people from across the political spectrum.
这个节日吸引了来自各个政治光谱的人们。
C2 noun /θrɔːl/

thrall

Meaning
The state of being in someone's power or under strong influence; slavery or bondage.
Example
He was in thrall to the powerful leader.
B2 noun /ˈrækɪt/

racket

球拍 / 喧闹
Meaning
A piece of equipment used to hit the ball in sports like tennis or badminton; also a loud noise or an illegal scheme.
Example
He bought a new tennis racket for the match.
他为比赛买了一把新网球拍。
C2 noun /ˈfoʊ.nə.ɡræm/

phonogram

音标符号
Meaning
a written symbol representing a speech sound
Example
The teacher showed how each phonogram represents a particular sound.
老师展示了每个音标符号如何代表特定的声音。
C2 adjective /ˌsuːdəˈrɪfɪk/

sudorific

促汗的
Meaning
causing or increasing sweating
Example
The doctor prescribed a sudorific drug to help reduce the fever.
医生开了一种促进出汗的药物来帮助减少发热。
C2 noun /ˈpɑr.bəl/

Parbal

尖瓜
Meaning
A green vegetable also known as pointed gourd, commonly used in South Asian cuisine
Example
Mother prepared parbal curry with fish.
母亲做了带鱼的尖瓜咖喱。
C1 adjective /ˈflæʃi/

flashy

华丽的，炫耀的
Meaning
ostentatious or showy in a way that attracts attention
Example
He drove a flashy sports car through the city streets.
他开着一辆华丽的跑车穿过城市街道。
C1 noun /ˈneɪ.vəl/

Navel

肚脐
Meaning
the small hollow in the center of the stomach where the umbilical cord was attached
Example
The baby's navel cord fell off after a week.
婴儿的脐带一周后掉了。
C1 noun /ˈkʌvənənt/

covenant

契约
Meaning
a formal agreement or promise, often legally binding
Example
The landlord and tenant signed a covenant to maintain the property.
房东和租户签署了一份契约，以保持财产。
B1 noun /ˈpiː.nʌt/

Peanut

花生
Meaning
an edible seed that grows underground and is commonly eaten as a snack or used in cooking
Example
Roasted peanuts are a popular snack in many countries.
烤花生在许多国家都是受欢迎的小吃。
B2 adverb /ˈpʌb.lɪk.li/

Publicly

公开地; 公然地;
Meaning
in a public manner; openly; for everyone to see or know
Example
The company publicly announced their new policy.
公司公开宣布了他们的新政策。
B1 noun /pruːf/

proof

证据
Meaning
evidence or argument establishing a fact or the truth of a statement
Example
The detective presented proof of the suspect's guilt.
侦探提供了嫌疑人有罪的证据。
C2 noun /krɪpˈtɒɡ.rə.fi/

cryptography

通过加密或编码技术保护信息的实践
Meaning
The practice of securing information through encryption or coding techniques
Example
Modern cryptography ensures secure online transactions.
现代加密学确保了安全的在线交易。
A2 adverb, conjunction /haʊˈɛvər/

however

然而
Meaning
used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something previously said
Example
The journey was long; however, it was enjoyable.
旅程很长；然而，它是愉快的。
C2 noun /ɔːl/

awl

锥子
Meaning
a small pointed tool used for making holes, especially in leather
Example
The cobbler used an awl to punch holes in the leather.
鞋匠用锥子在皮革上打孔。
B2 noun /ˈhɑːr.bər/

Harbour

港口
Meaning
a place on the coast where vessels may find shelter; a place of safety or refuge
Example
The fishing boats returned safely to the harbour before the storm hit the coastline.
渔船在风暴袭击海岸之前安全地回到了港口。
B1 noun /ˈhɛlθˌkɛər/

healthcare

医疗保健
Meaning
the organized provision of medical care to people
Example
The country invested heavily in healthcare to improve public health.
该国在医疗保健方面进行了大量投资，以改善公共健康。
B2 noun /sɪv/

Seive

筛子
Meaning
a utensil consisting of a wire or plastic mesh held in a frame, used for straining solids from liquids
Example
She used a sieve to separate the flour from lumps.
她使用筛子将面粉与结块分开。
B1 noun /ˌrep.rɪˈzen.tə.tɪv/

representative

代表
Meaning
A person chosen or appointed to act or speak for another or others.
Example
The representative addressed critical issues.
代表解决了关键问题。
A2 adjective /ˈsɪmələr/

Similar

相似的; 具有共同特点的
Meaning
alike; having characteristics in common
Example
The two sisters have similar interests in music.
这两姐妹在音乐方面有相似的兴趣。
C1 noun /bɒmˈbɑːrdmənt/

bombardment

轰炸
Meaning
a continuous attack with bombs or other projectiles
Example
The city endured a heavy bombardment during the war.
这座城市在战争期间承受了猛烈的轰炸。
C2 adjective ˌʌn.əˈseɪ.lə.bəl

unassailable

不可攻破
Meaning
Unable to be attacked, questioned, or defeated.
Example
An unassailable position ensures dominance.
不可攻破的位置确保主导地位。
B1 noun flæɡz

flags

旗帜
Meaning
A piece of cloth or similar material, typically oblong or square, attachable by one edge to a pole or rope.
Example
The streets were decorated with national flags.
街道上装饰着国家旗帜。
B2 verb ɪmˈpaʊərɪŋ

empowering

授权
Meaning
Giving someone the authority or power to do something; making someone stronger and more confident.
Example
Empowering children can lead to societal progress.
授权儿童可以促进社会进步。
C2 noun /ɪmˈpʌlʃən/

impulsion

Meaning
a strong urge or drive to act; the act of impelling
Example
His impulsion to travel made him leave his job suddenly.
C2 verb /ˈlɔɪtər/

loiter

Meaning
To stand or wait around idly without apparent purpose.
Example
The teenagers were told not to loiter outside the shop.
C1 noun /jiːst/

Yeast

酵母
Meaning
microorganisms used in baking and brewing to cause fermentation
Example
Add yeast to the flour to make the bread rise.
把酵母加到面粉中，让面包发起来。
C1 adverb ɪnˈtrɪn.zɪ.kli

intrinsically

内在地
Meaning
In a way that is naturally or inherently part of something's essential nature.
Example
Some people are intrinsically motivated to learn.
有些人内在地受到学习的激励。
C1 noun /ɪˈvæp.ər.ə.tɪv ˈkuː.lər/

Evaporative cooler

蒸发冷却器
Meaning
a cooling device that uses water evaporation to reduce air temperature
Example
The evaporative cooler works best in dry climates.
蒸发冷却器在干燥的气候中效果最好。
C1 verb, noun /ɡɔːrdʒ/

gorge

贪婪地吃 / 山间狭谷
Meaning
to eat greedily; a narrow valley between mountains or hills
Example
They gorged themselves on pizza after the hike.
他们在徒步旅行后大快朵颐地吃了比萨。
A2 adverb /werˈevər/

Wherever

无论哪里
Meaning
In every place that; anywhere that; no matter where
Example
Wherever you go, I will follow.
无论你去哪里，我都会跟随你。
A2 noun /ˈkɒmədi/

comedy

喜剧
Meaning
A type of entertainment that is intended to make people laugh.
Example
We watched a hilarious comedy at the theater.
我们在剧院看了一场有趣的喜剧。
C2 noun /dɪˈklɪvɪti/

declivity

坡度
Meaning
a downward slope of ground
Example
They carefully climbed down the declivity of the hill.
他们小心地爬下了山坡。
B2 noun /kənˌtɪn.juˈeɪ.ʃən/

continuation

延续
Meaning
the action of carrying something on over time; extension
Example
The continuation of the series was announced after the finale.
系列的延续在结局后宣布。
B2 noun ˌvɛntɪˈleɪʃən

ventilation

通风
Meaning
The provision of fresh air to a room, building, etc.
Example
Proper ventilation is essential for maintaining air quality.
良好的通风对于保持空气质量至关重要。
A1 verb /let/

let

允许
Meaning
to allow someone to do something; to give permission
Example
Please let me help you with that task.
请让我帮助你完成这项任务。
C2 adjective /ˌɪn.trəˈmjʊə.rəl/

intramural

校内
Meaning
Occurring within the walls of a single institution, especially a school or college.
Example
The college organizes intramural sports competitions every semester.
大学每学期组织校内体育比赛。
B2 adjective /ˌʌn.əkˈsep.tə.bəl/

Unacceptable

不可接受
Meaning
not satisfactory or allowable; not acceptable
Example
The quality of work was completely unacceptable.
工作质量完全不可接受。
C1 adverb /ˌðɛərˈʌv/

Thereof

因此
Meaning
of that; from that
Example
The contract and all amendments thereof must be signed.
合同和所有的修正案因此必须签署。
C1 adjective /ˈreɪ.si/

racy

刺激的
Meaning
Lively, entertaining, or slightly shocking (especially in a sexual way).
Example
The novel was full of racy dialogues.
这部小说充满了刺激的对话。
B1 noun /ˈʃoʊldər/

Shoulder

肩膀
Meaning
the part of the body between the neck and the arm
Example
He carried the bag over his shoulder.
他把包拿在肩膀上。
B2 noun /ˈkʌt.lət/

Cutlet

炸肉饼
Meaning
a small piece of meat, especially veal or lamb, for frying or grilling
Example
She served delicious chicken cutlets for dinner.
她为晚餐提供了美味的炸鸡肉饼。
C1 noun /ˌætəˈʃeɪ/

attache

外交参赞
Meaning
A person officially assigned to the staff of a diplomatic mission, often with a specific area of responsibility.
Example
The cultural attache organized an art exhibition in the embassy.
文化参赞在大使馆组织了一场艺术展览。
B2 noun /ˌɛksɪˈkjuːʃən/

execution

执行，实施
Meaning
the act of carrying out a plan, order, or legal sentence
Example
The success of a project depends on its proper execution.
项目的成功取决于其正确的执行。
B2 noun ˈɪn.deks

index

索引
Meaning
An alphabetical list of names, subjects, etc. with references to the places where they occur, typically found at the end of a book; a sign or measure of something.
Example
An index organizes critical data.
索引组织重要数据。
A2 noun /ɛmˈplɔɪ.iː/

employee

员工
Meaning
A person who works for an organization or company in return for payment.
Example
The company values each employee's contribution to its success.
公司重视每个员工对成功的贡献。
B1 adjective /ˌel.ɪˈmen.tər.i/

Elementary

基本的; 初级的
Meaning
basic; fundamental; primary level
Example
He learned elementary mathematics in school.
他在学校学了基础数学。
C2 noun /ˈtʃænsəri/

chancery

大法官法院
Meaning
A court of equity or the office of a chancellor.
Example
The case was taken to the chancery court for resolution.
此案件已提交至大法官法院以求解决。
C2 noun /ˈflɒtsəm/

flotsam

漂浮的残骸
Meaning
Floating debris from a shipwreck or things discarded and left floating.
Example
The beach was littered with flotsam after the storm.
暴风雨后，海滩上充满了漂浮的残骸。
C1 noun /ɡruːv/

groove

沟槽 / 节奏
Meaning
a long narrow cut or depression, or a rhythmic pattern in music
Example
The DJ kept the crowd dancing to the groove.
DJ让人群跟随节奏跳舞。
B1 adjective /əˈlaɪk/

Alike

相似; 以相同的方式
Meaning
similar in appearance or nature; in the same way
Example
The two sisters look very much alike.
这两个姐妹看起来非常相似。
C1 verb /ˈɛnərˌdʒaɪz/

energize

激发
Meaning
To give energy or vitality to something or someone.
Example
The motivational speech helped energize the team.
激励演讲帮助激励了团队。
A1 adjective /θɜrd/

third

第三
Meaning
constituting number three in a sequence
Example
She finished in third place.
她得了第三名。
A2 noun ˈfɔːrɪsts

Forests

森林
Meaning
Large areas covered with trees and undergrowth, providing natural habitats for wildlife.
Example
Forests provide shelter and food for butterflies.
森林为蝴蝶提供庇护和食物。
B2 noun ˈmɛn.təl ˈfoʊ.kəs

mental focus

心理集中
Meaning
The ability to concentrate deeply on a specific task or thought; mental concentration and attention.
Example
Meditation improves mental focus and cognitive performance.
冥想提高心理集中和认知表现。
C2 adjective /ˈeɪkwiəs/

aqueous

水合的
Meaning
related to or containing water; watery
Example
The solution was in an aqueous form.
溶液是水合的。
A2 verb /ɪˈmædʒɪn/

imagine

想象
Meaning
to form a mental image of; to believe something unreal to be true
Example
Can you imagine living in a different country?
你能想象住在另一个国家吗？
B1 noun /tæŋk/

Tank

坦克
Meaning
a heavily armored fighting vehicle moving on a continuous track
Example
The tank rolled through the battlefield with powerful armor.
坦克穿越了战场，配备强大的装甲。
B2 adjective /æpt/

apt

适当的
Meaning
Appropriate or suitable; having a natural tendency or quick to learn.
Example
She is an apt student who quickly understands new concepts.
她是一个适当的学生，很快就能理解新的概念。
B2 noun /ɡræm/

Gram

鹰嘴豆
Meaning
chickpea; a leguminous plant and its edible seed
Example
She cooked gram curry for lunch today.
她今天为午餐做了鹰嘴豆咖喱。
C2 noun /ˈbɜːrsər/

bursar

财务主管
Meaning
An official in a school or college responsible for financial affairs.
Example
The bursar approved the budget for the new library.
财务主管批准了新图书馆的预算。
C1 noun /ˈtɛnɪt/

tenet

原则
Meaning
a principle, belief, or doctrine held to be true
Example
Honesty is a central tenet of their philosophy.
诚实是他们哲学的核心原则。
C2 noun /ˈsɪkəfənt/

sycophant

阿谀奉承者
Meaning
A person who acts obsequiously toward someone important in order to gain advantage.
Example
The manager was surrounded by sycophants who agreed with everything he said.
经理被一群拍马屁的人包围，他们同意他说的每一件事。
C1 verb /ˈbæfəl/

baffle

困惑
Meaning
to confuse; to be too difficult to understand
Example
The math problem baffles me completely.
数学问题完全把我搞糊涂了。
B2 verb /swer/

swear

发誓
Meaning
to use offensive language; to promise solemnly; to take an oath
Example
I swear to tell the truth.
我发誓说真话。
C2 noun /ˈtʃaɪ.nə roʊz/

China-rose

朱槿
Meaning
a tropical flowering plant with large, showy flowers in various colors
Example
The bright red China-rose flowers decorated the entrance of the house.
鲜红的朱槿花装饰了房子的入口。
C1 noun /ˈdɪŋɡi/

dinghy

小艇
Meaning
a small boat, often carried or towed by a larger vessel, used for short trips or as a lifeboat
Example
They rowed the dinghy back to the yacht.
他们划着小艇回到游艇。
C1 adjective /aʊtˈmoʊdɪd/

outmoded

过时的
Meaning
No longer in fashion or useful; outdated.
Example
That old computer is completely outmoded.
那台旧电脑完全过时了。
C1 adjective kənˈten.ʃəs

contentious

有争议
Meaning
Causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial.
Example
The contentious issue divided global leaders.
有争议的问题分裂了全球领导人。
A1 determiner/pronoun /ˈɛni/

any

任何
Meaning
one, some, or all, without specifying which
Example
Do you have any questions?
你有任何问题吗?
C2 noun /ˈɪnˌɡreɪt/

ingrate

Meaning
An ungrateful person; someone who shows no appreciation.
Example
He worked hard for his friend, but the ingrate never thanked him.
C2 noun /ˈɪŋkjʊbəs/

incubus

恶梦般的负担
Meaning
An oppressive or nightmarish burden; in folklore, an evil spirit that lies upon sleeping people.
Example
Debt became an incubus that weighed heavily on the family.
债务成了一个恶梦般的负担，沉重地压在这个家庭上。
A2 noun /ɪˈfekt/

Effect

效果; 结果; 后果
Meaning
a change that is a result or consequence of an action or other cause
Example
The new medicine had a positive effect on the patient's recovery.
新药物对患者的恢复产生了积极的效果。
C1 adjective /ˈbɑːmi/

balmy

温和而愉快的温暖；舒缓。
Meaning
Mild and pleasantly warm; soothing.
Example
We enjoyed a walk on a balmy summer evening.
我们在一个温和的夏日晚间散步。
B1 noun /loʊn/

Loan

贷款
Meaning
a thing that is borrowed, especially a sum of money that is expected to be paid back with interest
Example
He took a loan to buy a new car.
他为了买新车而借了一笔贷款。