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B2 noun /ˈɔr.fən.ɪʒ/

Orphanage

孤儿院
Meaning
an institution for the care and education of children who have lost their parents
Example
The charity built a new orphanage for homeless children.
慈善机构为无家可归的孩子建了一个新孤儿院。
A1 noun /ˈfriː taɪm/

free time

空闲时间
Meaning
time when a person is not working or occupied and can do activities they enjoy
Example
She likes to read books in her free time.
她喜欢在空闲时间读书。
A2 noun /wiːl/

wheel

轮子
Meaning
a circular object that revolves on an axle and is used to move or carry things
Example
The wheel of the car broke down on the way.
汽车的轮子在路上坏了。
B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.ə.nəs/

Lioness

母狮
Meaning
an adult female lion
Example
The fierce lioness protected her cubs from danger.
那只凶猛的母狮保护着她的小狮子免受危险。
B2 adverb /ˈfɔːrmərli/

Formerly

以前; 从前
Meaning
in the past; previously; at an earlier time
Example
The building was formerly a school but is now a community center.
这座建筑以前是学校，但现在是一个社区中心。
C1 noun /ˈskaɪ.lɑːrk/

Sky-Lark

云雀
Meaning
a small brown bird known for singing while flying high in the sky
Example
The skylark sang beautifully as it soared above the meadow.
当云雀飞翔在草地上方时，它美丽地歌唱。
C2 verb /rɛtʃ/

retch

幸福
Meaning
to make the sound and movement of vomiting without bringing anything up
Example
The smell of spoiled food made him retch violently.
腐烂的食物气味使他剧烈地呕吐。
A2 noun /ˈtel.ɪˌvɪʒ.ən/

Television

电视
Meaning
an electronic device for receiving and displaying television broadcasts
Example
My family watches television together every evening.
我的家人每天晚上一起看电视。
B1 noun, verb /ˈmɜːrdər/

murder

谋杀
Meaning
the unlawful killing of a person; to kill someone unlawfully and intentionally
Example
The detective investigated the murder that shocked the town.
侦探调查了这起震惊小镇的谋杀案。
B2 adjective /ˈvaɪəbəl/

viable

可行的, 可操作的
Meaning
Capable of working successfully; feasible.
Example
A viable solution is necessary for long-term success.
一个可行的解决方案对长期成功至关重要。
B2 verb /vaʊ/

vow

发誓
Meaning
to make a serious promise; to pledge solemnly
Example
They vowed to love each other forever.
他们发誓永远相爱。
C2 adjective /ˌʌnɪkˈsɛpʃənəbl/

unexceptionable

无可指摘
Meaning
Not open to objection; acceptable and unobjectionable
Example
His behavior was unexceptionable throughout the event.
他的行为在整个事件中都是无可指摘的。
C2 noun /ˌhaɪpəkəˈnektɪvɪti/

hyperconnectivity

超连接性
Meaning
The state of being extensively connected to other people, places, information, etc., through digital technology.
Example
Hyperconnectivity has changed the dynamics of human interaction.
超连接性改变了人类互动的动态。
C1 noun ˌɪndɪˈspensəbl̩ ˈkɒmpɪtənsi

indispensable competency

不可或缺的能力
Meaning
Essential skill or ability that cannot be done without; a crucial capability that is absolutely necessary.
Example
Digital literacy is an indispensable competency in the 21st century.
数字素养是21世纪不可或缺的能力。
A2 verb /swɪm/

swim

游泳
Meaning
to move through water using body movements
Example
I love to swim in the ocean during summer.
我喜欢在夏天在海洋中游泳。
B2 adjective /ˈneɪvəl/

naval

海军的
Meaning
relating to a country's navy or military ships
Example
The country invested heavily in naval defense.
该国在海军防御方面进行了大量投资。
C1 noun /əˈluːʒən/

allusion

暗示
Meaning
An indirect reference to something without mentioning it explicitly.
Example
Her story contained an allusion to a famous myth.
她的故事包含了对一个著名神话的暗示。
B1 noun /ˈlaɪf.staɪl/

lifestyle

生活方式
Meaning
The way in which a person or group lives, including habits, attitudes, and possessions.
Example
A healthy lifestyle includes regular exercise and a balanced diet.
健康的生活方式包括定期锻炼和均衡饮食。
B2 adjective /ˈpær.ə.lel/

Parallel

平行
Meaning
side by side and having the same distance continuously between them; similar or corresponding
Example
The two roads run parallel to each other for several miles.
这两条道路在好几英里内平行。
C1 noun ˈsʌfrɪdʒ

suffrage

选举权
Meaning
The right to vote in political elections; the principle of political representation.
Example
Universal suffrage was a key demand.
普选权是一个重要的要求。
B1 noun məˈdʒɒrəti

majority

多数
Meaning
The greater number; the larger part of something.
Example
The majority demanded their rights.
多数人要求他们的权利。
C2 verb /ɪmˈpeɪl/

impale

刺穿
Meaning
to pierce or fix something with a sharp object
Example
The knight was impaled by the enemy’s spear.
骑士被敌人的长矛刺穿。
A2 noun /kwiːn/

queen

女王
Meaning
a female ruler of a country or the wife of a king
Example
The queen addressed her people with grace.
女王以优雅的姿态向她的人民致辞。
B2 verb /suːð/

soothe

安抚
Meaning
to calm or comfort; to relieve pain or distress
Example
The mother soothed her crying baby with a gentle lullaby.
妈妈用温柔的摇篮曲安抚她哭泣的宝宝。
B2 verb /dɪˈplɔɪ/

deploy

部署
Meaning
to position strategically; to use effectively
Example
The military will deploy troops to the border.
军队将部署部队到边境。
C1 adjective /ˌaʊtˈlændɪʃ/

outlandish

奇异
Meaning
Looking or sounding bizarre or unfamiliar; strange.
Example
He wore an outlandish costume to the festival.
他穿着一件奇异的服装参加了节日。
B2 noun /pænt/

Pant

裤子
Meaning
a piece of clothing worn on the lower body covering each leg separately
Example
She bought a new pair of pants for the party.
她为派对买了一条新裤子。
C2 noun /ˈkælvəri/

calvary

Meaning
A place or experience of intense suffering, originally the site of Jesus’s crucifixion.
Example
For many refugees, the journey across the desert was a calvary.
C1 noun /əˌsaɪˈniː/

assignee

受让人
Meaning
a person to whom a right or property is legally transferred
Example
The assignee of the contract is responsible for all future obligations.
合同的受让人对所有未来的义务负责。
C1 noun /æbˈdʌk.ʃən/

abduction

绑架
Meaning
the act of taking someone away illegally by force; kidnapping
Example
The police are investigating the abduction of the child.
警方正在调查这起儿童绑架案。
C1 adjective /ˈprɒdɪɡəl/

prodigal

挥霍无度
Meaning
spending money or resources freely and recklessly; wastefully extravagant
Example
The prodigal son returned home after wasting his inheritance.
浪子回头，回到家中，在浪费了遗产之后。
C2 verb /ɪkˈspɒstjʊleɪt/

expostulate

表示不同意见
Meaning
to express strong disapproval or disagreement
Example
She expostulated with her friend about the risky decision.
她对她朋友关于冒险决定的看法表达了不同意见。
C2 noun /sɑːrˈkɒfəɡəs/

sarcophagus

石棺
Meaning
A stone coffin, often decorated, used in ancient times.
Example
The museum displayed a beautifully carved sarcophagus from ancient Egypt.
博物馆展示了来自古埃及的美丽雕刻的石棺。
C1 verb/noun /ˈkrɒn.ɪ.kəl/

chronicle

按照事件发生的顺序记录
Meaning
To record events in the order in which they happened; a written record of historical events.
Example
She decided to chronicle her journey through a blog.
她决定通过博客记录她的旅行。
C2 noun /ˌtrænspəˈzɪʃən/

transposition

转位
Meaning
the act of changing the order or position of something
Example
The transposition of digits caused an error in the calculation.
数字的转位导致了计算中的错误。
B2 noun /ˈpaɪpˌlaɪn/

pipeline

管道
Meaning
a long tube through which liquids or gases are transported
Example
The company is building a new pipeline to transport natural gas.
该公司正在建造一条新的管道来运输天然气。
C2 adjective /ˈæfəbəl/

affable

和蔼可亲
Meaning
friendly, easy to talk to, and pleasant in manner
Example
He is such an affable host that everyone feels comfortable at his parties.
他是一个和蔼可亲的主人，每个人在他的聚会上都感到很舒适。
C1 adjective /ˈhiːdləs/

heedless

疏忽
Meaning
showing a reckless lack of care or attention
Example
He drove with heedless disregard for the rules.
他开车时对规则表现出疏忽。
A1 interjection /hɑː/

ha

哈! (表示惊讶或喜悦的表达)
Meaning
used to express amusement, surprise, or triumph
Example
Ha! I knew you couldn’t resist joining us.
哈！我知道你无法抵挡加入我们的诱惑。
C1 adjective /ˈheɪ.zi/

Hazy

朦胧的; 模糊的; 不清楚的
Meaning
covered with haze; unclear or vague; lacking clarity
Example
The mountain tops were hazy in the morning mist.
山顶在早晨的雾气中显得朦胧。
B2 verb /kənˈtæmɪneɪt/

contaminate

Meaning
To make something impure, dirty, or harmful by contact with a poisonous or polluting substance.
Example
The river was contaminated by industrial waste.
C1 noun/verb /ˈslʌmbər/

slumber

睡眠
Meaning
A state of sleep; to sleep lightly or rest.
Example
The child slumbered peacefully through the night.
孩子整夜安静地睡觉。
B2 adverb /bɪˈfɔːr.hænd/

Beforehand

事先; 提前; 以前
Meaning
in advance; ahead of time; earlier
Example
We prepared everything beforehand.
我们事先准备好了所有的东西。
C2 adjective /ˌsuːpərˈæn.ju.eɪ.tɪd/

superannuated

过时的
Meaning
old and no longer useful or valid; retired due to age
Example
The factory was filled with superannuated machines that slowed production.
工厂里充满了过时的机器，这些机器减慢了生产。
C2 adjective /ˈneɪtl/

natal

与出生有关的
Meaning
Relating to birth or the place of birth.
Example
She returned to her natal village after many years.
她在许多年后返回了她的出生村庄。
C2 adjective /pərˈfɪdiəs/

perfidious

背叛的
Meaning
deceitful and untrustworthy
Example
The spy was executed for his perfidious actions.
间谍因其背叛行为被执行死刑。
B2 noun /ˈɡlɑːs.weər/

Glass-ware

玻璃器具
Meaning
objects made of glass, especially drinking glasses and decorative objects
Example
The wedding registry included fine glassware.
婚礼注册包括精美的玻璃器具。
B2 noun /ˌfiː.ɑːnˈseɪ/

Fiancee

未婚妻
Meaning
a woman who is engaged to be married
Example
John bought a beautiful engagement ring for his fiancee.
约翰为他的未婚妻买了一枚漂亮的订婚戒指。
B2 noun /ˈtʃɒp.ər/

Chopper

斧头
Meaning
a tool with a heavy blade for chopping wood; a helicopter
Example
The lumberjack swung the chopper to cut down the tree.
伐木工挥动斧头砍倒树木。
C1 noun /ˈbraɪ.dəl/

Bridle

缰绳; 马笼头
Meaning
the headgear used to control a horse, consisting of buckled straps and a bit
Example
The rider adjusted the horse's bridle before mounting for the race.
骑手在上马前调整了马的缰绳。
C1 verb /rɪˈlɛnt/

relent

让步，变得温和
Meaning
to become less severe, harsh, or strict
Example
After hours of begging, she finally relented.
经过几个小时的恳求，她终于心软了。
B1 noun /sɒk/

sock

Meaning
a piece of clothing worn on the foot and lower part of the leg.
Example
He put on a pair of clean socks before leaving the house.
A2 noun /drʌɡ/

drug

毒品
Meaning
a substance used as a medicine or an illegal addictive substance
Example
The doctor prescribed a new drug for the illness.
医生为这种疾病开了新药。
B2 noun ˈaʊt.pʊt

output

产量
Meaning
The amount of something produced by a person, machine, or industry.
Example
Climate change reduces agricultural output.
气候变化减少农业产量。
C2 adjective /pərˈfɛktəbl/

perfectible

可完善的
Meaning
capable of being made perfect or improved
Example
Human nature is imperfect but perfectible.
人性是不完美的，但可以完善。
C2 verb /ˈdɔːd(ə)l/

dawdle

拖延
Meaning
to waste time by being slow or idle
Example
Stop dawdling and finish your homework.
停止拖延，完成你的作业。
A2 adverb /əˈpɑːrt/

Apart

分开地; 彼此相距很远; 成碎片
Meaning
separately; away from each other; in pieces
Example
The two buildings are far apart from each other.
这两座建筑物彼此相距很远。
C2 noun /kɒˈkeɪd/

cockade

花结
Meaning
a rosette or knot of ribbon, usually worn on a hat as a badge of office or party
Example
The soldier wore a red cockade on his cap.
士兵戴着一个红色的花结在他的帽子上。
C2 adjective /loʊˈkweɪʃəs/

loquacious

话多的
Meaning
tending to talk a great deal; very talkative
Example
The loquacious child entertained everyone with endless stories.
话多的孩子用无尽的故事娱乐了每个人。
C2 noun /ˈkeɪ.nə.naɪt/

canaanite

迦南人
Meaning
a member of a people who lived in the ancient land of Canaan in the Middle East
Example
The Canaanites were known for their advanced trade networks.
迦南人以其先进的贸易网络而闻名。
B2 verb /ˈverɪfaɪ/

verify

验证
Meaning
to check if something is true or correct; to confirm
Example
Please verify your email address before proceeding.
请在继续之前验证您的电子邮件地址。
A2 noun /ˈæl.fə.bɛt/

alphabet

字母表
Meaning
a set of letters or symbols in a fixed order used to represent the sounds of a language
Example
Children usually learn the alphabet before learning to read words.
孩子们通常在学习阅读单词之前先学习字母表。
C1 verb /ˈrɛplɪkeɪt/

replicate

复制
Meaning
to copy, reproduce, or duplicate something exactly
Example
The scientist tried to replicate the experiment for accuracy.
科学家尝试复制实验以确保准确性。
C2 verb /kəˈriːn/

careen

失控地移动
Meaning
To move swiftly and in an uncontrolled way, especially in a specific direction.
Example
The car careened down the slippery road.
汽车在滑溜的道路上失控地冲了下去。
C2 noun /ˈpʌlkrɪˌtjuːd/

pulchritude

美丽
Meaning
physical beauty
Example
The actress was admired for her pulchritude as well as her talent.
这位女演员因她的美丽和才华而受到钦佩。
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。
C1 adjective /ˈprɪs.tiːn/

pristine

原始的, 未被破坏的, 干净新鲜的
Meaning
In its original condition; unspoiled, clean, and fresh.
Example
The forest remains in a pristine condition.
森林保持着原始的状态。
C2 verb /ˈmæk.ɪ.neɪt/

machinate

策划
Meaning
to engage in plots or schemes, usually for harmful or evil purposes
Example
The rebels tried to machinate against the king.
叛乱者试图反对国王密谋。
C2 adjective /ɪnˈɛksərəbl/

inexorable

不可阻挡
Meaning
Impossible to stop or prevent; relentless.
Example
The inexorable rise of technology is changing every aspect of life.
技术的不可阻挡的崛起正在改变生活的方方面面。
C1 verb /ˈdɛsɪmeɪt/

decimate

摧毁
Meaning
To destroy or kill a large proportion of something.
Example
The wildfire decimated the forest.
火灾摧毁了森林。
B2 noun /waɪt ˈpɛpər/

White Pepper

白胡椒
Meaning
a spice made from dried peppercorns with the outer husk removed
Example
She added white pepper to the cream soup for a mild spicy flavor.
她把白胡椒加入奶油汤中，给它增添了温和的辛辣味。
C2 adjective /ˈflaɪti/

flighty

不稳定
Meaning
unstable, impulsive, or easily distracted; lacking seriousness or stability
Example
She’s too flighty to stick with one job for long.
她太不稳定了，无法在一份工作上呆太长时间。
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。
B2 noun /ˈbætʃələr/

Bachelor

单身汉; 拥有大学学位的人
Meaning
an unmarried man; a person who holds a first degree from a university
Example
He remained a bachelor all his life and earned a bachelor's degree in engineering.
他一生都保持单身，并获得了工程学位。
A2 noun /peɪn/

Pain

疼痛; 身体的痛苦或情感困扰
Meaning
physical suffering or discomfort; mental or emotional distress
Example
The patient felt severe pain in his back.
病人感到背部剧烈的疼痛。
C1 verb /slaʊtʃ/

slouch

懒散地坐
Meaning
To stand, sit, or move in a lazy or awkward way.
Example
He slouched in the chair, looking tired.
他在椅子上懒散地坐着，看起来很累。
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 adjective /prəˈpʌlsɪv/

propulsive

推进的
Meaning
Having the power to drive or push something forward.
Example
The propulsive force of the rocket lifted it off the ground.
火箭的推进力将它从地面抬起。
B2 adjective /ˈluː.nər/

Lunar

月球的
Meaning
relating to the moon; of or concerning the moon
Example
The lunar eclipse was visible last night.
月食昨晚可见。
C2 noun /friːz/

frieze

浮雕带
Meaning
a decorative horizontal band, often sculpted or painted, usually on a wall near the ceiling
Example
The frieze above the entrance depicts scenes from ancient mythology.
入口上方的浮雕带描绘了古代神话中的场景。
B2 adjective /ˈræʃ.ən.əl/

Rational

理性; 合理; 逻辑
Meaning
based on reason and logic; sensible and practical
Example
She made a rational decision based on the available facts.
她根据可用的事实做出了理性的决定。
C1 adjective /stɔːntʃ/

staunch

坚定的, 忠诚的
Meaning
Loyal, committed, and firm in support.
Example
She is a staunch supporter of environmental protection.
她是环境保护的坚定支持者。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtskɜːrts/

outskirts

城市边缘
Meaning
The outer parts of a town or city, away from the center.
Example
They moved to the outskirts of the city for a quieter life.
他们为了更安静的生活搬到了城市的边缘。
B1 verb /ɪnˈfɔ:m/

inform

通知
Meaning
to tell someone about something; to give information
Example
Please inform me when you arrive at the airport.
请在您到达机场时通知我。
A2 verb /əˈreɪndʒ/

arrange

安排
Meaning
to organize or put in order; to plan or prepare
Example
She arranged the flowers in a vase.
她把花插在花瓶里。
C2 adjective /ʌnˈtɛmpərd/

untempered

失控的
Meaning
not moderated or softened; lacking proper balance or control
Example
The untempered anger of the crowd caused chaos.
人群的失控愤怒引发了混乱。
C2 verb /ɪˈmæskjʊleɪt/

emasculate

削弱
Meaning
To make someone weaker or less effective; to deprive of strength or vigor.
Example
The constant criticism emasculated his confidence.
不断的批评削弱了他的信心。
C2 noun /rɪˈfrækʃən/

refraction

折射
Meaning
The bending of light, sound, or other waves when they pass from one medium to another of different density.
Example
The refraction of light in water makes objects appear bent.
水中的光折射使物体看起来弯曲。
C1 noun /rentʃ/

Wrench

扳手
Meaning
a tool used for gripping and turning nuts, bolts, or pipes
Example
He used a wrench to tighten the bolt.
他用扳手拧紧了螺栓。
C2 adjective /ˈsʌmp.tʃuˌɛr.i/

sumptuary

与限制个人奢侈品支出的法律或规定相关
Meaning
Relating to laws or regulations intended to limit personal spending on luxury goods.
Example
In medieval Europe, sumptuary laws restricted the wearing of expensive fabrics to the nobility.
在中世纪欧洲，奢侈品法限制了只有贵族才能穿戴昂贵的面料。
B2 adjective /dɪˈstɪŋktɪv/

distinctive

独特的
Meaning
having a quality or characteristic that makes something different and easily noticed
Example
The restaurant is known for its distinctive flavors.
餐厅以其独特的味道而闻名。
C1 adjective /ˌæntiˈneɪtl/

antenatal

产前
Meaning
Relating to the medical care and treatment given to a pregnant woman before the birth of her child.
Example
She attended regular antenatal checkups throughout her pregnancy.
她在怀孕期间定期参加产前检查。
B2 noun /səbˈskrɪp.ʃən/

Subscription

订阅
Meaning
a payment for regular delivery of a service or product; an arrangement to receive something regularly
Example
I canceled my Netflix subscription because I wasn't watching it enough.
我取消了我的Netflix订阅，因为我没有足够看它。
B1 noun /ˈsɪɡ.nəl/

Signal

信号
Meaning
a gesture, action, or sound that conveys information or instruction
Example
The traffic signal turned red, so we stopped.
交通信号灯变红了，我们停了下来。
C2 noun /ˈwɒntənnəs/

wantonness

无缘的残忍
Meaning
The quality of being reckless, cruel, or deliberately malicious.
Example
His wantonness shocked everyone at the gathering.
他的无缘残忍震惊了聚会上的每一个人。
B2 verb /ˈbrɔːdən/

broaden

拓宽
Meaning
to make wider or larger in scope; to expand ideas, experience, or understanding
Example
Travel can broaden your perspective on different cultures.
旅行可以拓宽你对不同文化的视野。
C1 adjective /ˈraɪ.tʃəs/

Righteous

正义的; 公正的; 有道德的
Meaning
morally right or justifiable; virtuous; having strong moral principles
Example
She felt righteous anger at the unfair treatment of workers.
她对工人们的不公正待遇感到正义的愤怒。
C1 verb /skɒf/

scoff

嘲笑
Meaning
to speak about something in a mocking or dismissive way
Example
He scoffed at the idea of moving abroad.
他嘲笑搬到国外的想法。
C1 noun ˌsɛn.trə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

centralization

集中化
Meaning
The concentration of control and decision-making power in a central authority.
Example
Excessive centralization can slow down decision-making.
过度的集中化可能会减慢决策的速度。
C1 adverb /ˈheɪs.tɪ.li/

Hastily

匆忙地
Meaning
in a hurried or rushed manner; quickly and carelessly
Example
She hastily packed her bags before leaving for the airport.
她匆忙地收拾行李，赶去机场。
A2 noun /dɪˈzaɪnər/

designer

设计师
Meaning
a person who plans and creates the form or structure of something
Example
The fashion designer presented her new collection.
时尚设计师展示了她的新系列。
C1 noun /ˈeɪ.kər.ɪdʒ/

acreage

英亩
Meaning
An area of land measured in acres.
Example
The farmer owns a large acreage of fertile land.
农民拥有一大片肥沃的英亩土地。
C1 verb /siːp/

seep

渗透
Meaning
to flow or leak slowly through small openings or pores
Example
Water began to seep through the cracks in the wall.
水开始通过墙上的裂缝渗透。
B2 noun ˈɡloʊbəl ɪˈnɪʃətɪvz

global initiatives

全球倡议
Meaning
Worldwide efforts or programs aimed at addressing global challenges or achieving common goals.
Example
Global initiatives inspire better waste management practices.
全球倡议激发了更好的废物管理实践。
B2 noun /ˈmeɪər/

mayor

市长
Meaning
The elected head of a city, town, or municipality.
Example
The mayor announced a new policy to improve public transport.
市长宣布了一项新政策，以改善公共交通。
C1 noun /əˈflɪkʃən/

affliction

痛苦
Meaning
a state of pain, suffering, or distress
Example
Poverty is a common affliction in many parts of the world.
贫困是世界许多地方的常见痛苦。
B1 noun /ˈdez.ət/

Desert

沙漠
Meaning
a barren area of landscape with little precipitation; an arid region with sparse vegetation
Example
The Sahara Desert is one of the largest hot deserts in the world.
撒哈拉沙漠是世界上最大的热沙漠之一。
B2 noun /saɪˈkaɪətri/

psychiatry

精神病学
Meaning
the branch of medicine focused on the study and treatment of mental illness
Example
She decided to study psychiatry to help people with mental health issues.
她决定学习精神病学，帮助有心理健康问题的人。
C1 adjective /ɔːlˈmaɪ.ti/

Almighty

全能
Meaning
having unlimited power; omnipotent
Example
The almighty storm destroyed everything in its path.
那场全能风暴摧毁了它路径上的一切。
C2 noun /rɪˈkɒɡnɪzəns/

recognizance

法律义务
Meaning
A legal obligation or bond entered into before a court, especially to ensure future appearance.
Example
He was released on his own recognizance.
他在自己的法律义务下被释放。
B2 adjective /ˈsɪr.i.əl/

Serial

系列的; 连续的
Meaning
happening in a series; consecutive; arranged in order
Example
The serial killer was finally caught after years of investigation.
连环杀手在多年的调查后终于被捕。
C1 adjective /səˈriːn/

serene

宁静和平和
Meaning
Calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil.
Example
The lake had a serene and peaceful atmosphere.
湖泊有着宁静和平和的气氛。
A2 noun /ˈɛər.laɪn/

airline

航空公司
Meaning
A company that provides regular flights for passengers and goods.
Example
The airline announced a discount on international tickets.
航空公司宣布对国际机票提供折扣。
C2 noun /ˌvælɪˈdɪkʃən/

valediction

告别辞
Meaning
The act of saying farewell; a formal goodbye.
Example
The professor gave a touching valediction at his retirement ceremony.
教授在退休仪式上发表了感人的告别辞。
B2 verb /wiːv/

weave

编织
Meaning
to make cloth by interlacing threads; to move in and out
Example
She learned to weave beautiful carpets.
她学会了编织美丽的地毯。
B2 adjective /ˈiːtəbl̩/

eatable

可食用
Meaning
suitable or safe for eating
Example
The berries are not only eatable but also quite tasty.
这些浆果不仅可食用，而且味道相当好。
C1 noun /ˈkrɒkəri/

crockery

餐具
Meaning
Dishes, plates, cups, and other items made of earthenware or china.
Example
The hotel provided clean crockery for the guests.
酒店为客人提供了干净的餐具。
A2 noun, verb /kɒf/

cough

咳嗽
Meaning
a sudden noisy release of air from the lungs to clear the throat or airway; to expel air suddenly from the lungs with a cough
Example
He has a bad cough and stayed home today.
他咳嗽得很厉害，所以今天待在家里。
C1 noun ˈpɛd.ə.ɡɒ.dʒi

pedagogy

教育学
Meaning
The method and practice of teaching, especially as an academic subject or theoretical concept.
Example
Modern pedagogy focuses on student-centered learning.
现代教育学注重以学生为中心的学习。
C1 verb /ˈmɛzməˌraɪz/

mesmerize

迷住
Meaning
To capture complete attention; to hypnotize or fascinate.
Example
The dancer's graceful movements mesmerized the audience.
舞者优雅的动作迷住了观众。
B1 noun /ˈkɪlər/

killer

杀手
Meaning
A person or thing that kills.
Example
The police caught the killer last night.
警察昨晚抓住了杀手。