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C2 noun ˈoʊʃən ˌstrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən

ocean stratification

海洋分层
Meaning
The formation of layers in ocean water due to differences in density.
Example
Ocean stratification affects marine biodiversity.
海洋分层影响海洋生物多样性。
B1 noun /ˈklɪn.ɪk/

clinic

诊所
Meaning
A place where people receive medical treatment without staying overnight.
Example
She went to the clinic for a health check-up.
她去诊所做健康检查。
B2 noun /ˈsnoʊ.fɔːl/

Snowfall

降雪
Meaning
the process of snow falling from the sky; the amount of snow that falls
Example
The heavy snowfall blocked all the roads yesterday.
昨天下的大雪封锁了所有的道路。
C1 noun /ˈfjuː.dʒə.tɪv/

Fugitive

逃犯
Meaning
a person who has escaped from a place or is in hiding, especially to avoid arrest
Example
The police launched a manhunt to capture the fugitive who escaped from prison.
警方展开了追捕行动，试图抓捕从监狱逃跑的逃犯。
C1 adjective /ˌɪrɪˈprɛsəbl̩/

irrepressible

不可抑制的
Meaning
Impossible to control or restrain.
Example
She had an irrepressible urge to laugh during the speech.
她在演讲中无法掩饰自己无法抑制的笑意。
A2 adjective /ˈdeɪndʒərəs/

dangerous

危险
Meaning
likely to cause harm or injury; unsafe
Example
Driving fast on icy roads is dangerous.
在冰雪路面上开车很危险。
C1 verb /ɪmˈpɛl/

impel

Meaning
to drive, force, or urge someone to do something
Example
Her curiosity impelled her to open the mysterious box.
B2 adjective /dɪm/

Dim

昏暗; 光线微弱; 微弱
Meaning
not bright; having little light; faint
Example
The room was dim with only a small candle for light.
房间昏暗，只有一只小蜡烛提供光线。
C1 adjective /ˈtɛmpərət/

temperate

温和的
Meaning
showing moderation or self-restraint; also describing mild climate.
Example
He is known for his temperate behavior even in stressful situations.
即使在压力大的情况下，他也以温和的行为而闻名。
A1 adverb /ʌp/

up

向上
Meaning
towards a higher position or level
Example
He climbed up the ladder quickly.
他迅速爬上了梯子。
C1 noun /maɪt/

mite

螨虫
Meaning
a very small creature, often a tiny arachnid; also used to mean a very small amount
Example
The mattress was infested with dust mites.
床垫里有尘螨。
C1 adjective /bræʃ/

brash

无礼
Meaning
self-assertive in a rude, noisy, or overconfident way
Example
His brash comments offended many people at the meeting.
他那无礼的评论在会议上冒犯了许多人。
B1 noun /ɪkˈsep.ʃən/

Exception

例外
Meaning
a person or thing that is excluded from a general statement or does not follow a rule
Example
Most students passed the exam, with the exception of a few who were absent.
大多数学生通过了考试，唯一的例外是几位缺席的学生。
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 noun /ˈstætʃər/

stature

声望，身材
Meaning
A person's natural height or their reputation and importance.
Example
Her intellectual stature made her a respected figure in academia.
她的智力声望使她在学术界成为了受人尊敬的人物。
A2 noun /ˈæroʊ/

arrow

箭
Meaning
a thin, straight weapon with a pointed tip, shot from a bow
Example
The hunter shot an arrow at the target.
猎人向目标射出了一支箭。
C1 noun /ɪkˈstɔːr.ʃən/

extortion

敲诈勒索
Meaning
the practice of obtaining something, especially money, through force or threats
Example
The businessman was arrested for extortion after threatening his partner.
商人因威胁其合作伙伴后被捕，罪名是敲诈勒索。
B1 noun /ˈmeɪkər/

maker

创造者
Meaning
a person or thing that makes or produces something
Example
He is a famous movie maker in Hollywood.
他是好莱坞著名的电影制片人。
C2 noun /ɪˈreɪdiəns/

irradiance

辐射度
Meaning
the quality of shining brightly; the intensity of light falling on a surface
Example
The irradiance of the sun at noon was overwhelming.
中午太阳的辐射度是压倒性的。
C1 adjective /ˈɡʌsti/

gusty

刮风
Meaning
characterized by strong, sudden bursts of wind
Example
It was a cold, gusty day by the sea.
那是一个寒冷且刮风的海边日子。
C1 verb /ˈɡloʊbəlaɪz/

globalize

全球化
Meaning
to make something worldwide in scope or application; to integrate into a global system
Example
Many companies globalize their operations to reach international markets.
许多公司将业务全球化以进入国际市场。
C2 noun /ˈkɒnk.leɪv/

conclave

秘密会议
Meaning
a private meeting, especially a secret or important one
Example
The leaders met in a secret conclave to discuss the strategy.
领导们在一个秘密的集会上讨论战略。
B2 verb /nɪˈɡoʊ.ʃi.eɪt/

negotiate

谈判
Meaning
To discuss something formally in order to reach an agreement.
Example
They negotiated a fair deal with the supplier.
他们与供应商谈判达成了公平的交易。
C2 noun /rɪˈfrɪndʒənsi/

refringency

折射率
Meaning
The ability of a substance to bend light; refractive power.
Example
Glass has a higher refringency than water.
玻璃的折射率高于水。
A2 verb /ɪnˈkri:s/

increase

增加
Meaning
to become or make something larger in amount, number, or degree
Example
The company plans to increase its production this year.
公司计划在今年增加生产。
C2 noun /ˈkwɒdrʊpɛd/

quadruped

Meaning
an animal that walks on four feet
Example
Most mammals are quadruped creatures adapted for running and stability.
B1 noun /ɪˈlɛkʃən/

election

选举
Meaning
The process of choosing someone for public office by voting.
Example
The election will be held next month.
选举将在下个月举行。
C2 verb /ˈfɛstər/

fester

恶化, 加剧
Meaning
to become worse or more intense, often through neglect or infection
Example
If grievances are ignored, they may fester into resentment.
如果不理会抱怨，它们可能会变成怨恨。
B2 adjective /kənˈtɛmpərɛri/

contemporary

当代的, 现代的
Meaning
belonging to the same time period; modern
Example
She enjoys contemporary art exhibitions.
她喜欢现代艺术展览。
B1 noun /ˈnɑn.sens/

Nonsense

胡说
Meaning
words or language that have no meaning; foolish or unacceptable behavior
Example
Stop talking nonsense and be serious!
停止胡说八道，认真点！
A2 noun /ˈtʃaɪldhʊd/

childhood

童年
Meaning
the period of being a child
Example
She spent her childhood in a small village.
她在一个小村庄度过了她的童年。
B1 noun /ˈfɑːrməsi/

pharmacy

药店
Meaning
A place where medicinal drugs are prepared and sold.
Example
I went to the pharmacy to buy antibiotics.
我去药店买抗生素。
C2 adjective /ˌpɜːrtɪˈneɪʃəs/

pertinacious

固执
Meaning
holding firmly to an opinion, purpose, or course of action; stubbornly persistent
Example
The pertinacious lawyer refused to give up the case.
固执的律师拒绝放弃案件。
C2 adjective /ɪkˈspɒzɪtəri/

expository

说明的
Meaning
intended to explain or describe something
Example
The teacher gave an expository lecture on the topic.
老师就这个话题进行了说明性的讲座。
A2 noun ˈtʃælɪndʒ

challenge

挑战
Meaning
A call to take part in a contest or competition, especially a demanding or stimulating one; a task or situation that tests someone's abilities.
Example
Plastic pollution poses a significant challenge to global health.
塑料污染对全球健康构成了重大挑战。
B2 adjective /ˈtʃær.ɪ.tə.bəl/

Charitable

慈善的; 慷慨的; 仁慈的
Meaning
generous in giving to those in need; showing kindness
Example
She is known for her charitable work in the community.
她因在社区的慈善工作而闻名。
B2 adverb /ˈred.ɪ.li/

Readily

乐意地; 容易地; 毫不犹豫
Meaning
willingly; easily; without hesitation
Example
She readily agreed to help with the project.
她乐意地同意帮助项目。
B1 verb /pərˈfɔːrm/

perform

表演
Meaning
to carry out an action or present entertainment; to function
Example
The orchestra will perform at the concert hall tonight.
乐团今晚将在音乐厅表演。
C1 adjective /smʌɡ/

smug

自负
Meaning
having or showing an excessive pride in oneself or one's achievements
Example
He wore a smug smile after winning the debate.
他在赢得辩论后，露出了自负的笑容。
C2 adjective /bɪˈfɒɡd/

befogged

困惑的, 模糊的
Meaning
Confused or clouded in mind; made unclear like being surrounded by fog.
Example
His mind felt befogged after the long and exhausting meeting.
在漫长而令人疲惫的会议后，他的思维感到困惑。
A2 noun /fæn/

Fan

粉丝; 扇子
Meaning
a person who has a strong interest in or admiration for a particular person or thing; a device for creating air current
Example
She is a huge fan of classical music and attends every concert in the city.
她是古典音乐的忠实粉丝，并参加城市中的每一场音乐会。
C1 adjective /dɪˈsɜːrnəbl/

discernible

明显的
Meaning
able to be seen, recognized, or understood
Example
There was a discernible change in his behavior.
他的行为发生了明显的变化。
B2 noun /ˈpref.ər.əns/

Preference

偏爱
Meaning
a greater liking for one alternative over another or others
Example
She has a preference for classical music over pop music.
她更喜欢古典音乐而不是流行音乐。
C2 noun /ˈɔːlmənæk/

almanac

年鉴
Meaning
An annual publication containing calendars, weather forecasts, astronomical data, and other useful information.
Example
He consulted the almanac to check the phases of the moon.
他查阅了年鉴，以查看月亮的各个阶段。
B1 noun /piːtʃ/

Peach

桃子
Meaning
a soft round fruit with fuzzy skin, sweet flesh, and a large pit in the center
Example
The peach was perfectly ripe and juicy when I bit into it.
桃子成熟且多汁，当我咬下去时，口感极佳。
C1 adjective /ˈdɑːsəl/ or /ˈdəʊsaɪl/

docile

顺从的
Meaning
easily managed, taught, or controlled; submissive
Example
The docile puppy quickly learned new tricks.
顺从的小狗很快学会了新把戏。
B2 noun /ˈbælət/

ballot

选票
Meaning
a process of voting, usually in secret; the paper used to record a vote
Example
Voters cast their ballot in the election.
选民在选举中投下了选票。
C1 adjective /ˈmɒdʒʊlər/

modular

模块化
Meaning
Employing or involving a module or modules as the basis of design or construction.
Example
The modular design allows for easy customization and scalability.
模块化设计允许轻松定制和可扩展性。
A1 noun /ˈɡɜːrlfrɛnd/

girlfriend

女朋友
Meaning
A woman or girl with whom someone is romantically or emotionally involved.
Example
He introduced his girlfriend to his family.
他把女朋友介绍给了家人。
C2 noun /ˈleʧ.ər/

Lecher

好色之徒
Meaning
a man who behaves in a sexually inappropriate way towards women
Example
The company fired him for being a lecher.
公司因为他是个好色之徒而解雇了他。
C2 noun /kəˈdʌm.bə/

Kadamba

卡丹巴树
Meaning
A tropical tree with round, fragrant orange flowers, sacred in Hindu culture and associated with Lord Krishna
Example
The kadamba tree is mentioned frequently in ancient Indian poetry.
卡丹巴树在古印度诗歌中经常被提及。
B1 noun kəˈpæs.ə.ti

capacity

容量
Meaning
The maximum amount that something can contain or produce; the ability or power to do or understand something.
Example
The cable has the capacity to handle vast data traffic.
这根电缆有能力处理大量数据流量。
C2 noun /θiˈɒkrəsi/

theocrasy

神权政治
Meaning
Government or rule by religious leaders or clergy.
Example
Theocrasy often merges religious authority with political power.
神权政治常常将宗教权威与政治权力结合起来。
B1 verb /floʊt/

float

浮动
Meaning
to rest or move on the surface of a liquid or in the air without sinking
Example
The boat began to float gently down the river.
船开始轻轻漂浮在河面上。
B2 verb /stroʊk/

stroke

抚摸
Meaning
to move your hand gently over something; to hit or touch something gently
Example
She stroked the cat's fur gently.
她轻轻地抚摸着猫的毛发。
C1 adjective /ˈplæsɪd/

placid

平静的，安宁的
Meaning
calm and peaceful, not easily disturbed
Example
She had a placid expression despite the chaos around her.
尽管周围一片混乱，她的表情依然平静。
C2 adjective /ˈsmɑːrmi/

smarmy

奉承 / 虚伪的礼貌
Meaning
Excessively flattering or ingratiating, often insincerely.
Example
The salesman gave a smarmy pitch that felt fake.
销售员做了一个让人觉得虚假的奉承推销。
B2 noun /ˈsɜːvɪŋ/

serving

份
Meaning
a portion of food for one person; the act of giving food or drink to someone
Example
He ate a large serving of rice and curry.
他吃了一大份米饭和咖喱。
A2 noun /ˈɡræmər/

grammar

语法
Meaning
the system and structure of a language, including rules for syntax, morphology, and usage
Example
She studied grammar to improve her writing skills.
她学习语法来提高写作能力。
B2 noun ˈoʊzoʊn dɪˈpliʃən

ozone depletion

臭氧消耗
Meaning
The reduction in the amount of ozone in the Earth's stratosphere, leading to increased UV radiation.
Example
Ozone depletion increases UV radiation.
臭氧消耗增加了紫外线辐射。
C1 noun /ˌɪn.dʒəˈnjuː.ɪ.ti/

ingenuity

独创性
Meaning
The quality of being clever, original, and inventive.
Example
His ingenuity led to groundbreaking innovations.
他的独创性导致了开创性的创新。
C1 verb /spɜːr/

spur

激励 / 鼓励
Meaning
To encourage or motivate someone to take action.
Example
The teacher's praise spurred him to study harder.
教师的表扬激励他更加努力学习。
B2 noun /ɪˈsteɪt/

estate

Meaning
A large area of land, property, or possessions owned by someone, often including a big house.
Example
The family owned a large estate in the countryside.
C2 noun /əˈnɔɪnt.mənt/

anointment

涂抹仪式
Meaning
The act of anointing, usually with oil, as part of a ritual or ceremony.
Example
The anointment of the new leader was a sacred ritual.
新领导人的涂抹仪式是一项神圣的仪式。
B2 adjective /pælɛˈstɪnɪən/

palestinian

巴勒斯坦的
Meaning
relating to Palestine or its people
Example
The Palestinian people have a rich cultural heritage.
巴勒斯坦人民拥有丰富的文化遗产。
A2 phrasal verb /bæk ʌp/

back up

支持；备份；后退
Meaning
to support or help someone; to make a copy of data for safety; to move backward
Example
Please back up your files before updating the system.
在更新系统之前，请备份你的文件。
B1 noun rɪˈzɪs.təns

resistance

抵抗
Meaning
The refusal to accept or comply with something; the attempt to prevent something by action or argument.
Example
The resistance fought bravely against colonial forces.
抵抗力量勇敢地与殖民势力作斗争。
C1 adjective /ˈdeɪnti/

dainty

精致而美丽
Meaning
Delicately small, pretty, and often considered elegant.
Example
She wore a dainty necklace made of pearls.
她戴着一条由珍珠做的精致项链。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈiːvən/

Uneven

不平; 粗糙
Meaning
not level or smooth; not regular or consistent
Example
The road was uneven and full of potholes.
那条路不平，充满了坑洞。
B2 verb /ˈfæsən/

fasten

系紧
Meaning
To attach or secure something firmly in place
Example
Please fasten your seatbelt before the plane takes off.
请在飞机起飞前系好安全带。
B2 noun /ˈreɪtɪŋ/

rating

评分
Meaning
an evaluation or assessment, usually numerical
Example
The movie received a high rating from critics.
这部电影得到了评论家的高评分。
C2 adjective /ɪˈfjuːsɪv/

effusive

溢于言表的
Meaning
Expressing feelings of gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner.
Example
She gave him an effusive welcome after his long journey.
在她漫长的旅程后，她给了他一个溢于言表的欢迎。
C1 verb /ˈsɪmjʊˌleɪt/

simulate

模拟
Meaning
to imitate the appearance, character, or behavior of something; to pretend or reproduce conditions artificially
Example
The pilot had to simulate an emergency landing during training.
飞行员在训练中必须模拟紧急着陆。
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 verb /ˌriːəˈʃʊr/

reassure

安慰
Meaning
to say or do something to remove someone's doubts or fears
Example
The teacher reassured the students before the exam.
老师在考试前安慰了学生。
A1 adverb /ˈnɛvər/

never

从不
Meaning
at no time in the past or future; not ever
Example
I have never seen such a beautiful sunset.
我从未见过如此美丽的日落。
B2 noun /faɪˈnæn.ʃəl rɪˌspɒn.sɪˈbɪl.ə.ti/

financial responsibility

财务责任
Meaning
The practice of managing money and other financial resources in a responsible and effective manner.
Example
Financial responsibility ensures long-term economic stability.
财务责任确保长期的经济稳定。
C2 noun /rɪˈsɪdɪvɪst/

recidivist

重犯
Meaning
A person who repeatedly commits crimes, especially after having been punished.
Example
The police identified him as a recidivist who had been arrested several times before.
警方将他确定为一个重犯，他之前曾被多次逮捕。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnədˈvaɪzəbl/

inadvisable

不建议
Meaning
Not recommended; likely to have undesirable consequences.
Example
It is inadvisable to drive in such heavy rain.
在这种大雨中开车是不建议的。
C1 noun /ˈɒntʊrɑːʒ/

entourage

随行人员
Meaning
A group of people attending or surrounding an important person.
Example
The celebrity arrived with her entourage of assistants and bodyguards.
名人带着她的随行人员和保镖到达了。
B2 noun ˌɪn.stəˈleɪ.ʃən

installation

安装
Meaning
The action or process of installing someone or something, or of being installed.
Example
The installation of the submarine cable is almost complete.
海底电缆的安装几乎完成。
C2 adjective /bjuːˈkɒlɪk/

bucolic

田园
Meaning
Relating to the pleasant aspects of the countryside and country life.
Example
They enjoyed a bucolic picnic by the river.
他们在河边享受了一次田园式的野餐。
C1 verb /əˈlʊər/

allure

吸引
Meaning
to attract or tempt someone with something desirable; to entice
Example
The beautiful garden allured visitors from far away.
美丽的花园吸引了远处的游客。
A2 noun /ˈkændl/

candle

蜡烛
Meaning
a stick of wax with a wick that burns to give light
Example
She lit a candle during the power cut.
在停电时她点燃了一根蜡烛。
B2 noun /ˈɔːɡən/

organ

器官
Meaning
a part of the body that performs a specific function
Example
The heart is an important organ in the human body.
心脏是人体重要的器官。
C1 adjective /ˈɑp.ər.ə.tɪv/

Operative

有效的; 运行中的; 工作中的; 操作性的;
Meaning
Functioning; in effect; working; active;
Example
The new safety protocols became operative immediately after the accident.
新的安全协议在事故发生后立即生效。
B1 noun /ˈpælɪs/

palace

宫殿
Meaning
a large and impressive building that is the official home of a king, queen, or other ruler
Example
The royal family lives in a magnificent palace.
皇室家庭住在一个宏伟的宫殿里。
B1 noun /bʊʃ/

bush

灌木丛
Meaning
a plant with many small branches growing close to the ground; a shrub
Example
A rabbit was hiding under the bush.
一只兔子藏在灌木丛下。
C1 verb /pəˈveɪd/

pervade

弥漫
Meaning
to spread through and be present in every part of something
Example
The smell of fresh flowers pervaded the entire room.
新鲜花香弥漫整个房间。
C1 noun rɪˈdʒɛn.ər.ə.tɪv ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ

regenerative farming

再生农业
Meaning
Agricultural practices that improve soil health and biodiversity.
Example
Regenerative farming improves soil fertility and biodiversity.
再生农业提高土壤肥力和生物多样性。
C1 verb /taʊt/

tout

宣传
Meaning
to promote, praise, or advertise aggressively
Example
The company touted its new product as a game-changer.
公司将其新产品宣传为游戏改变者。
A2 adjective /ɪnˈdʒɔɪ.ə.bəl/

Enjoyable

愉快的; 令人愉悦的
Meaning
pleasant; giving satisfaction or pleasure
Example
The movie was very enjoyable and made everyone laugh.
这部电影非常愉快，让每个人都笑了。
B1 verb /prəˈvaɪdɪd/

provided

提供的
Meaning
gave or supplied something that was needed
Example
The hotel provided free breakfast for all guests.
酒店为所有客人提供了免费早餐。
C1 noun /ˈkɑːrkəs/

carcass

动物尸体
Meaning
the dead body of an animal, especially after being slaughtered
Example
Vultures fed on the carcass left in the field.
秃鹰在田野中啄食尸体。
B2 verb /ænˈtɪsɪˌpeɪt/

anticipate

预期
Meaning
to expect or look forward to something; to realize or foresee in advance
Example
We anticipate a large crowd at the event.
我们预期活动中会有大量人群。
B2 adjective /ˈneɪbərɪŋ/

neighboring

邻近的
Meaning
situated near or next to another place; adjacent or nearby.
Example
They visited a neighboring village for the festival.
他们去邻村参加节日活动。
C2 adjective /ˌsʌb.əˈkwɒt.ɪk/

subaquatic

水下的
Meaning
Existing, living, or located under water.
Example
Divers explored the subaquatic cave system filled with rare fish.
潜水员探索了充满稀有鱼类的水下洞穴系统。
C2 noun /ˈɪnfəmi/

infamy

幸福
Meaning
the state of being well known for some bad quality or deed
Example
His name will live in infamy for the crimes he committed.
她在收到奖项时无法掩饰她的幸福。
C2 verb /ˈjuːləˌdʒaɪz/

eulogize

颂扬
Meaning
To praise highly in speech or writing, especially in honor of someone who has died.
Example
They gathered to eulogize their beloved teacher.
他们聚集在一起，悼念他们亲爱的老师。
C1 noun /ˈdæɡ.ər/

Dagger

匕首
Meaning
a short knife with a pointed blade used as a weapon
Example
The ancient warrior carried a silver dagger.
古代战士携带着一把银色匕首。
C1 noun /ˈʌndərdɒɡ/

underdog

逆袭者
Meaning
a competitor thought to have little chance of winning; a weaker party in a contest
Example
The underdog team surprised everyone by winning the championship.
逆袭者队伍通过赢得锦标赛让所有人都惊讶。
C1 verb /ˈtɑːrnɪʃ/

tarnish

Meaning
To lose luster, especially as a result of exposure to air or moisture; to damage reputation.
Example
The silver jewelry tarnished quickly when left in the open air.
C1 noun /ˈen.mə.ti/

Enmity

仇恨
Meaning
a state or feeling of active opposition or hostility
Example
The enmity between the two families lasted for generations.
两家族之间的仇恨持续了几代人。
C2 verb /ˌdɪsɪnˈfræntʃaɪz/

disenfranchise

剥夺权利
Meaning
To deprive someone of the right to vote or other rights.
Example
The new law could disenfranchise thousands of voters.
新法律可能会剥夺成千上万选民的投票权。
C2 noun /ɡæsˈtraɪtɪs/

gastritis

胃炎
Meaning
Inflammation of the lining of the stomach.
Example
The doctor diagnosed him with gastritis after his endoscopy.
医生在他的内窥镜检查后诊断为胃炎。
B2 adjective /ˈprɒmɪsɪŋ/

promising

有前途的
Meaning
showing signs of future success or potential
Example
She is a promising young scientist with great ideas.
她是一个有前途的年轻科学家，拥有伟大的想法。
C1 noun /ˈvɜː.tɪ.kəl ˈfɑː.mɪŋ/

vertical farming

垂直农业
Meaning
The practice of growing crops in vertically stacked layers, often incorporating controlled-environment agriculture.
Example
Vertical farming ensures maximum space utilization in urban areas.
垂直农业确保城市区域的最大空间利用。
A1 number /ˈfɔːrti/

forty

幸福
Meaning
the number 40; ten times four
Example
She celebrated her forty years of life with a big party.
当她收到奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。
A2 noun /ˈdʒuːəlri/

jewelry

珠宝
Meaning
personal ornaments such as necklaces, rings, or bracelets that are typically made from precious metals and stones
Example
She wore gold jewelry at the wedding.
她在婚礼上戴了金饰。
C1 verb /ˌsuːpərˈsiːd/

supersede

取代
Meaning
To replace or take the place of something because it is more modern or effective.
Example
This new law will supersede the old regulations.
这部新法律将取代旧的规定。
B1 adverb /ˈɪnstəntli/

instantly

立刻
Meaning
immediately, without any delay
Example
He replied instantly to the message.
他立刻回复了消息。
B2 noun /ˈtɛl.ər/

teller

出纳员; 讲述者
Meaning
A person who counts and manages money at a bank; a person who tells or relates something
Example
The bank teller counted the cash carefully before handing it over.
银行出纳在交付现金前仔细点算了金额。
C1 adjective /ˈkjuːmjələtɪv/

cumulative

累积的
Meaning
Increasing gradually by addition; growing in quantity, force, or effect.
Example
The cumulative effect of stress can harm your health.
压力的累积效应可能对您的健康造成伤害。
C2 adjective /ˈmɪn.ɪ.skjuːl/

miniscule

微小
Meaning
Extremely small or tiny.
Example
The error was so miniscule that nobody noticed it.
这个错误如此微小，以至于没人注意到它。
C1 noun /ˈsteɪl.meɪt/

stalemate

僵局
Meaning
A situation in which no progress can be made or no party can win.
Example
Negotiations ended in a stalemate.
谈判陷入了僵局。
B1 adjective /ˈriː.zən.ə.bəl/

Reasonable

合理的; 公正且实用的; 不太贵; 合逻辑的
Meaning
fair and sensible; not too expensive; logical and practical
Example
The hotel offers reasonable prices for quality accommodation.
酒店提供合理的价格，以便提供优质的住宿。
B1 noun /dɪˈskʌvəri/

discovery

发现
Meaning
The act of finding or learning something for the first time.
Example
The discovery of penicillin changed medical history.
青霉素的发现改变了医学历史。
B2 noun /ˈem.ər.əld/

Emerald

翡翠
Meaning
a bright green precious stone used in jewelry
Example
The emerald necklace sparkled in the sunlight.
翡翠项链在阳光下闪闪发光。
B1 noun /ˌprezənˈteɪʃən/

presentation

展示
Meaning
The manner or style in which something is given, offered, or displayed.
Example
The presentation of the new product was well received.
新产品的展示得到了很好的接受。
B2 noun /ˈnuː.tri.ənt/

nutrient

营养物质
Meaning
A substance that provides nourishment essential for growth and health of plants or animals.
Example
Plants absorb nutrients from the soil for growth.
植物从土壤中吸收营养物质来生长。
B1 verb /ˈfraɪtən/

frighten

吓唬
Meaning
to cause fear or alarm in someone
Example
The loud noise frightened the child.
巨大的噪音吓到了孩子。