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B2 noun /ˈoʊ.vər ɡroʊθ/

Over growth

过度生长
Meaning
excessive growth beyond normal size; too much development or expansion
Example
The overgrowth of weeds made the garden look untidy.
杂草的过度生长让花园显得不整洁。
C1 noun /ˈɒktəɡən/

octagon

八边形
Meaning
A polygon with eight sides and eight angles.
Example
The stop sign is shaped like an octagon.
停车标志呈八边形。
C1 noun /ˈɑd.ɪ.ti/

Oddity

奇异现象
Meaning
something that is strange or unusual; a peculiar trait
Example
His habit of sleeping standing up was considered an oddity.
他站着睡觉的习惯被视为一种奇异现象。
B1 noun /ˌɒp.əˈtjuː.nə.ti/

opportunity

机会
Meaning
A favorable chance or set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something.
Example
She seized the opportunity to study abroad.
她抓住了去国外学习的机会。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌskɜːrt/

outskirt

城市郊区
Meaning
the outer edge or border of a town or city
Example
They built a new factory on the outskirts of the city.
他们在城市郊区建了一家新工厂。
C1 verb /ˌoʊvərˈθroʊ/

overthrow

幸福
Meaning
To remove a leader or government from power, often by force.
Example
The rebels planned to overthrow the corrupt regime.
她在收到奖项时无法掩饰她的幸福感。
C2 adjective /ˈɒpjʊlənt/

opulent

奢华的
Meaning
Ostentatiously rich, luxurious, or lavish.
Example
They hosted an opulent wedding with gold decorations.
他们举办了一场奢华的婚礼，装饰有金色装饰品。
C2 verb /ˈɑːbvieɪt/

obviate

消除
Meaning
To remove a need or difficulty; to prevent or avoid something.
Example
This new system obviates the need for manual data entry.
这个新系统消除了手动输入数据的需要。
B2 noun /ˈɔɪ.stər/

Oyster

生蚝
Meaning
a type of shellfish that can be eaten and sometimes contains pearls
Example
She ordered fresh oysters at the seafood restaurant.
她在海鲜餐厅点了新鲜的生蚝。
C1 verb /aʊtˈlæst/

outlast

比...持续更久
Meaning
to continue longer than; to endure beyond someone or something else
Example
The old castle has outlasted many generations.
这座古老的城堡已经比许多代人持续得更久。
C1 verb /aʊtˈwɪt/

outwit

智胜
Meaning
to defeat or gain an advantage over someone by being more clever or cunning
Example
The fox managed to outwit the hunters.
狐狸成功地智胜了猎人。
C2 noun /əˈprəʊ.bri.əm/

opprobrium

耻辱, 侮辱
Meaning
Harsh criticism or public disgrace.
Example
The scandal brought opprobrium on the politician.
丑闻给政治家带来了耻辱。
A2 noun /ˈoʊ.ʃən/

ocean

海洋
Meaning
A very large expanse of sea, especially the main areas of sea between continents.
Example
The ocean covers more than 70% of the Earth's surface.
海洋覆盖了地球表面超过70%。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈiːt/

overeat

幸福
Meaning
To eat more food than the body needs.
Example
She tends to overeat when she is stressed.
她在收到奖项时无法掩饰自己的幸福。
C2 noun /oʊliˈændər/

Oleander

夹竹桃
Meaning
a poisonous evergreen shrub with clusters of white, pink, or red flowers
Example
The beautiful oleander flowers bloomed in the garden despite their toxic nature.
美丽的夹竹桃花在花园里盛开，尽管它们有毒。
C1 noun /əbˈstrʌkʃən/

obstruction

障碍
Meaning
Something that blocks or gets in the way; the action of obstructing.
Example
There was an obstruction on the railway track.
铁路上有一个障碍。
C1 noun /ˈɔːrkɪd/

Orchid

兰花
Meaning
a diverse family of flowering plants known for their exotic and often fragrant flowers
Example
The white orchid on the windowsill bloomed for months.
窗台上的白色兰花开了好几个月。
A2 noun /ˈʌv.ən/

Oven

烤箱
Meaning
an enclosed compartment used for heating, baking, or drying food
Example
She baked cookies in the oven for thirty minutes.
她在烤箱里烤了三十分钟的饼干。
A2 noun əˈlɪm.pɪk ɡeɪmz

Olympic Games

奥林匹克运动会
Meaning
The world's largest international sports competition held every four years, bringing together athletes from different countries to compete in various sports.
Example
The Olympic Games bring together the world's top athletes.
奥林匹克运动会汇聚了世界上最顶尖的运动员。
C1 noun /oʊˈmɪʃ.ən/

Omission

省略; 排除
Meaning
the action of excluding or leaving out someone or something; a failure to include
Example
The omission of his name from the list was intentional.
从列表中省略他的名字是故意的。
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。
B2 noun /ɔːrˈɡæn.ɪk ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ/

organic farming

有机农业
Meaning
Farming method that avoids synthetic chemicals and fertilizers, using natural methods instead.
Example
Organic farming improves soil health and reduces pollution.
有机农业改善了土壤健康并减少了污染。
C1 noun /ˌɑːpərˈtuːnɪst/

opportunist

机会主义者
Meaning
A person who takes advantage of situations for personal gain, often disregarding principles.
Example
He is seen as an opportunist who always puts his interests first.
他被看作是一个机会主义者，总是把自己的利益放在第一位。
C1 verb /ˈɒp.tɪ.maɪz/

optimize

优化
Meaning
To make the best or most effective use of a situation, opportunity, or resource.
Example
The company is working to optimize its supply chain.
公司正在努力优化其供应链。
C1 adjective /ˌaʊt ən ˈaʊt/

out-and-out

完全
Meaning
complete; absolute; used to emphasize something extreme
Example
The speech was an out-and-out lie.
这个演讲是一个完全的谎言。
C1 noun əˈblɪv.i.ən

oblivion

遗忘, 灭绝, 消失
Meaning
The state of being unaware or unconscious of what is happening; complete forgetfulness.
Example
His name faded into oblivion over time.
随着时间的推移，他的名字渐渐消失在遗忘中。
C1 adjective/adverb /ˌɒfˈhænd/

offhand

草率
Meaning
Without previous thought or preparation; casual and sometimes dismissive.
Example
She gave an offhand reply to his serious question.
她对他严肃的问题做出了一个草率的回答。
C2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈliːp/

overleap

跳过
Meaning
To jump over something; to omit or disregard something.
Example
He managed to overleap the fence easily.
他轻松地越过了栅栏。
C1 adjective /ɔːˈneɪt/

ornate

华丽的
Meaning
elaborately or highly decorated
Example
The palace hall was filled with ornate furniture and paintings.
宫殿的大厅里充满了华丽的家具和画作。
C1 adjective /əˈbliːk/

Oblique

倾斜; 对角线; 间接或回避
Meaning
slanting; diagonal; indirect or evasive
Example
The artist drew an oblique line across the canvas.
艺术家在画布上画了一条倾斜的线。
C1 verb /ˌoʊvərˈpaʊər/

overpower

征服
Meaning
To defeat or gain control over someone or something by using greater strength or force.
Example
The soldiers managed to overpower the enemy forces.
士兵们成功压倒了敌军。
A1 adjective /ˈʌðər/

other

其他
Meaning
used to refer to something different from the one already mentioned or known
Example
I don't want this one, I will take the other one.
我不想要这个，我会拿另一个。
C2 adjective /ˈoʊ.pən ˈhɑrt.ɪd/

Open-hearted

开放的心; 慷慨和真诚; 热情接纳;
Meaning
Kind and generous; sincere and honest; warmly receptive;
Example
She welcomed the strangers with an open-hearted smile and invited them for dinner.
她以开放的微笑欢迎陌生人，并邀请他们共进晚餐。
C2 noun /əbˈsɪdiən/

obsidian

黑曜石 (黑色的玻璃状火山岩)
Meaning
A hard, dark, glasslike volcanic rock formed by rapid solidification of lava.
Example
The knife was made from sharp obsidian.
刀是由锋利的黑曜石制成的。
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。
B2 noun /ˈaʊt.laɪn/

Outline

大纲; 轮廓; 摘要
Meaning
a general description or plan showing the essential features of something; the main points
Example
The teacher provided an outline of the course syllabus.
老师提供了课程大纲。
C1 noun /ˈoʊvərˌtʊr/

overture

序曲 / 提议
Meaning
An introduction to something more substantial; a proposal or preliminary action.
Example
The peace overture was welcomed by both nations.
和平提议得到了两个国家的欢迎。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈlʊk/

overlook

忽略
Meaning
to fail to notice or consider something; to have a view from above
Example
It's easy to overlook small details when you're in a hurry.
当你赶时间时，很容易忽略小细节。
B2 noun /ˈɔːrnəmənt/

ornament

装饰品
Meaning
A decorative object that adds beauty to something.
Example
The Christmas tree was decorated with colorful ornaments.
圣诞树上装饰着五颜六色的装饰品。
C1 adjective /ˌɒmnɪˈprezənt/

omnipresent

无所不在
Meaning
(of God) present everywhere at the same time.
Example
Social media has become an omnipresent force in modern society.
社交媒体已成为现代社会中无所不在的力量。
C1 noun /ˈoʊvərˌsiːər/

overseer

监督员
Meaning
a person who supervises work or workers; a manager
Example
The overseer made sure the workers followed safety rules.
监督员确保工人遵守安全规则。
B2 noun /wʌn θɜːd/

one-third

三分之一
Meaning
one part of something that is divided into three equal parts
Example
One-third of the class was absent today.
班级的三分之一今天缺席。
A2 noun /əˈlɪmpɪks/

olympics

奥林匹克运动会
Meaning
an international sports competition held every four years with athletes from many countries
Example
The Olympics bring athletes from all over the world together.
奥林匹克运动会将全世界的运动员聚集在一起。
B2 adjective /ˈɔː.rəl/

Oral

口头的；与嘴巴相关的
Meaning
spoken rather than written; relating to the mouth
Example
The oral examination will test your speaking skills.
口头考试将测试你的口语技能。
B2 adjective + noun ˈɒptɪməl ˈtempərətʃər

optimal temperature

最佳温度
Meaning
The best or most favorable temperature for a particular purpose
Example
Winter provides optimal temperature for farming.
冬天提供了农业的最佳温度。
C1 noun /ɒpˈtɒmətri/

optometry

验光学
Meaning
The practice or profession of examining the eyes and prescribing corrective lenses.
Example
She studied optometry at the university to become an eye specialist.
她在大学学习验光学，成为一名眼科专家。
C2 adjective /əbˈstrɛpərəs/

obstreperous

喧闹且难以控制
Meaning
Noisy and difficult to control.
Example
The obstreperous students disrupted the class.
那些喧闹的学生打乱了课堂。
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。
C2 noun /ˈɔːrdʒi/

orgy

荒淫派对
Meaning
A wild party involving excessive indulgence, especially of a sexual nature.
Example
The novel described a scandalous orgy in a wealthy mansion.
小说描述了在一座富裕的豪宅里举行的丑闻般的荒淫派对。
B1 verb অকার্স

occurs

发生
Meaning
Happens or takes place, especially as a result of something.
Example
Snowfall occurs in regions with freezing temperatures.
在气温低于零度的地区会发生降雪。
C2 noun /ɔːrˈθɑːɡrəfi/

orthography

拼写法
Meaning
The conventional spelling system of a language.
Example
English orthography can be confusing for learners.
英语的拼写法对学习者来说可能是令人困惑的。
C1 adjective /ˈɔːrdɪnəl/

ordinal

序数
Meaning
Relating to the order or position of something in a sequence (first, second, third, etc.).
Example
The ordinal number 'third' indicates position in a sequence.
序数词'第三'表示在顺序中的位置。
C2 noun (plural) /ˈɔːrdʒiːz/

orgies

狂欢
Meaning
Wild gatherings involving excessive indulgence in food, drink, or sexual activity.
Example
The ancient Romans were infamous for their lavish feasts and orgies.
古罗马人以其奢华的宴会和狂欢而闻名。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈtɜrn/

overturn

推翻 / 取消裁决
Meaning
to turn something upside down or to reverse a decision or judgment
Example
The court decided to overturn the previous ruling.
法院决定推翻先前的裁决。
C1 noun /ˈaʊtˌkraɪ/

outcry

抗议
Meaning
A strong expression of public anger or disapproval.
Example
The decision sparked an outcry among the citizens.
这个决定在市民中引发了抗议。
B2 noun, verb /ˈaʊtlɔː/

outlaw

Meaning
as a noun: a person who breaks the law and lives outside its protection; as a verb: to make something illegal
Example
The government decided to outlaw the harmful practice.
C1 adjective /ˌɑːpərˈtuːn/

opportune

合适的时刻
Meaning
Happening at a suitable or convenient time.
Example
She arrived at an opportune moment to help.
她在合适的时刻到达，准备帮助。
A1 adverb /wʌns/

Once

一次; 过去的某个时候
Meaning
one time only; at some time in the past; formerly
Example
I have been to Paris once in my life.
我一生中只去过一次巴黎。
C1 noun /ˈaʊtpoʊst/

outpost

前哨站
Meaning
A small military camp or position at some distance from the main force, used especially as a guard.
Example
The soldiers were stationed at a remote outpost.
士兵们被驻扎在一个偏远的前哨站。
B1 noun /ˌɒpəˈreɪʃən/

operation

手术
Meaning
an act or process of functioning or operating
Example
The hospital performed a successful operation.
医院进行了成功的手术。
B2 noun /əbˈzɜːvər/

observer

观察者
Meaning
a person who watches or notices something
Example
The observer took notes during the meeting.
观察者在会议期间做了笔记。
C2 noun /əˈblɪkwɪti/

obliquity

歪曲
Meaning
Deviation from moral or usual conduct; indirectness or lack of straightforwardness.
Example
The politician was criticized for the obliquity of his answers.
那位政治家因其回答的歪曲性而受到批评。
C1 adjective /oʊˈvɜːrt/

overt

公开的
Meaning
Done or shown openly; not hidden or secret.
Example
There was an overt display of hostility between the rivals.
在对手之间有一种公开的敌意表现。
C1 noun /ˈɒfʃuːt/

offshoot

分支
Meaning
A branch or result that develops from something larger or more important.
Example
The startup was an offshoot of a major tech company.
这家初创公司是一个大型科技公司分支。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈduː/

overdo

做得过火
Meaning
to do something too much; to exaggerate or carry to excess
Example
Don't overdo the exercise on your first day at the gym.
第一天去健身房时不要运动过度。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈpeɪ/

overpay

支付过多
Meaning
To pay more than is necessary or reasonable.
Example
She realized she had overpaid for the concert tickets.
她意识到她为音乐会门票支付过多。
C1 adjective /ˈɔːrθədɑːks/

orthodox

Meaning
conforming to traditional beliefs or practices
Example
He comes from a very orthodox family.
B2 verb /oʊˈmɪt/

omit

遗漏
Meaning
to leave out or exclude; to fail to include something
Example
Please don't omit any important details from your report.
请不要遗漏报告中的重要细节。
B2 verb /əˈrɪdʒɪneɪt/

originate

起源
Meaning
to come into existence; to begin; to create or produce
Example
The tradition originated in ancient times.
这个传统起源于古代。
A1 noun /ɒkˈtoʊbər/

october

十月
Meaning
the tenth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar
Example
The weather becomes cooler in October.
十月天气开始变凉。
A1 adverb /aʊt/

out

外面
Meaning
moving or appearing away from the inside or center; not at home or present
Example
He stepped out of the room quietly.
他悄悄地走出房间。
C2 noun /ˈoʊvərlɔːrd/

overlord

领主
Meaning
A ruler, master, or person of great power and authority over others.
Example
The peasants were forced to pay taxes to their overlord.
农民被迫向他们的领主交税。
C2 noun /ˈɒfərtɔːri/

offertory

奉献
Meaning
The part of a religious service when offerings are collected; the offering itself.
Example
The offertory was taken during the Sunday service.
奉献在星期日的礼拜期间收集。
B2 adjective /əˈfen.sɪv/

Offensive

冒犯的; 侮辱的; 攻击性的
Meaning
causing displeasure or resentment; insulting; aggressive
Example
His offensive remarks hurt everyone's feelings.
他的冒犯言论伤害了每个人的感情。
C1 noun /ˈɔr.i.ənt/

Orient

东方，尤其是东亚国家
Meaning
the East, especially countries of eastern Asia; to determine one's position or direction
Example
Many spices come from the Orient.
许多香料来自东方。
A1 verb, adjective /oʊn/

own

拥有
Meaning
to possess something; belonging to oneself
Example
She owns a beautiful house in the city.
她拥有一座漂亮的房子。
A1 adjective /əʊˈkeɪ/

okay

没问题
Meaning
used to express agreement or acceptance
Example
It's okay to leave early today.
今天早些离开没问题。
C2 adjective /ˈɒkjʊlər/

ocular

眼科的
Meaning
Relating to the eye or vision.
Example
The patient was referred to a specialist for ocular treatment.
患者被转诊到眼科专家进行治疗。
C2 adjective /ˈɑːsɪˌfaɪd/

ossified

变成骨头，僵硬
Meaning
Turned into bone or become rigid; unwilling to change.
Example
The company had an ossified management structure that resisted innovation.
该公司有一个僵化的管理结构，抵制创新。
C1 adjective /əˈkʌlt/

occult

奥秘的
Meaning
Relating to mysterious, supernatural, or magical powers and practices.
Example
She had always been fascinated by the occult and its hidden knowledge.
她一直对奥科尔特及其隐藏的知识感到着迷。
A1 pronoun /aʊər/

our

我们的
Meaning
belonging to or associated with the speaker and one or more other people
Example
This is our house.
这是我们的房子。
C1 adjective /əbˈnɒkʃəs/

Obnoxious

令人讨厌的；惹人厌的；极其讨厌的
Meaning
extremely unpleasant; offensive; annoying
Example
His obnoxious behavior at the party annoyed everyone.
他在聚会上的令人讨厌的举止惹恼了在场的每一个人。
C1 adjective /əˈprɛs.ɪv/

Oppressive

压迫的
Meaning
Harsh and authoritarian; overwhelming; causing distress; tyrannical;
Example
The oppressive heat made it difficult to work outside during the summer.
压迫性的热浪使得夏天在外工作变得很困难。
C2 verb /ˈɑːbdʒərˌɡeɪt/

objurgate

严厉批评
Meaning
to scold or rebuke severely
Example
The teacher objurgated the student for being dishonest.
老师因为学生不诚实而严厉批评了他。
A1 pronoun /ˈʌðərz/

others

其他
Meaning
people or things distinct from the ones already mentioned or known
Example
I like to spend time with others.
我喜欢和其他人一起度过时间。
C1 verb ˈɔːr.kɪ.streɪt

orchestrate

协调
Meaning
To plan or coordinate the elements of (a situation) to produce a desired effect, especially surreptitiously.
Example
He skillfully orchestrated the entire event.
他巧妙地策划了整个活动。
C2 noun /ˈɒbsɪkwi/

obsequy

葬礼仪式
Meaning
A funeral rite, usually used in plural form obsequies.
Example
The village gathered for the obsequy of their beloved teacher.
村庄聚集在一起，参加他们心爱的老师的葬礼。
B2 adjective, verb /əbˈskjʊr/

obscure

模糊
Meaning
Not clearly expressed or understood; to make something difficult to see or understand.
Example
The meaning of the poem was obscure to most readers.
诗的意义对大多数读者来说是模糊的。
A2 adjective /ɒd/

Odd

奇怪的; 不寻常的; 不同于正常或预期的
Meaning
strange; unusual; different from what is normal or expected
Example
That's an odd way to solve the problem.
那是解决问题的一种奇怪方式。
A2 adjective /ˈɔː.dɪ.nər.i/

Ordinary

普通的; 常见的; 不特别的
Meaning
normal; usual; not special
Example
It was just an ordinary day at the office.
那只不过是办公室里的普通一天。
B2 noun /ɔːˈræŋ.ʊˌtæŋ/

Orang-Outang

猩猩
Meaning
a large arboreal ape with long reddish hair, long arms, and hooked hands and feet, native to Borneo and Sumatra
Example
The orangutan swings gracefully through the forest canopy.
猩猩优雅地穿越森林的树冠。
B2 noun /oʊˈbiː.di.əns/

Obedience

服从
Meaning
compliance with an order, request, or law; submission to authority
Example
Children should show obedience to their parents.
孩子们应该对父母表现出服从。
B2 adverb /ˈoʊpənli/

Openly

公开地; 公共地
Meaning
in a frank and honest way; without concealment; publicly
Example
She spoke openly about her struggles with mental health.
她公开谈论了自己在心理健康方面的困难。
C2 adjective /ˈɒsiəs/

osseous

骨质的
Meaning
consisting of or turned into bone; bony
Example
The fossil showed osseous structures of the ancient creature.
化石展示了古老生物的骨质结构。
C2 verb ˈɑːb.fə.skeɪt

obfuscate

使模糊，掩盖，混淆
Meaning
Render obscure, unclear, or unintelligible.
Example
Politicians often obfuscate facts to mislead people.
政客们经常使事实变得模糊，以误导人民。
C2 noun /ˈɒn.rʌʃ/

onrush

突如其来的冲击
Meaning
A sudden powerful forward or downward rush or flow.
Example
The onrush of water swept away the bridge.
水流的突如其来冲击冲走了桥梁。
C1 verb /ˌaʊtˈweɪ/

outweigh

比...更重要
Meaning
To be more important, valuable, or significant than something else.
Example
The benefits of the new policy outweigh the risks.
新政策的好处超过了风险。
C1 adverb /ˈɒp.tɪ.məl.i/

optimally

最优地
Meaning
In the most effective or efficient way possible.
Example
Tasks should be allocated optimally for maximum output.
任务应当最优地分配，以实现最大产出。
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。
C2 noun /ˈɔːrdnəns/

ordnance

军火
Meaning
Military supplies including weapons, ammunition, and combat equipment.
Example
The army stored ordnance in a secure facility outside the city.
军队在城市外的一个安全设施中存储军火。
C1 noun /ˈoʊ.mən/

Omen

未来好运或厄运的征兆
Meaning
an event regarded as a sign of future good or bad luck
Example
Many people consider a black cat crossing your path a bad omen.
许多人认为一只黑猫横穿你的路是一个坏预兆。
C1 noun ˈaʊt.sɔːr.sɪŋ

outsourcing

外包
Meaning
The practice of having certain job functions done outside a company instead of having an in-house department or employee handle them.
Example
Many companies use outsourcing to reduce labor costs.
许多公司使用外包来降低劳动力成本。
C1 adjective /ɒmˈnɪv.ər.əs/

Omnivorous

杂食性动物
Meaning
eating both plants and animals; feeding on various kinds of food
Example
Bears are omnivorous animals that eat both plants and meat.
熊是杂食性动物，吃植物和肉。
A1 interjection /oʊ/

oh

哦
Meaning
used to express surprise, realization, or understanding
Example
Oh, I didn't know you were here!
哦，我不知道你在这里！
C2 noun /ˈoʊɡər/

ogre

Meaning
A mythical monster, often depicted as large, hideous, and cruel; metaphorically, a cruel or terrifying person.
Example
The villagers feared the ogre who lived in the dark forest.
C1 verb /əbˈstrʌkt/

obstruct

阻碍
Meaning
to block or hinder progress; to prevent or impede movement
Example
The fallen tree obstructed the road for several hours.
倒下的树挡住了路几个小时。
B1 adjective, adverb /ˈoʊvərɔːl/

overall

总体上
Meaning
in general or as a whole
Example
Overall, the project has been successful.
总体上，项目已成功。
C1 verb /ˌoʊvərˈriːtʃ/

overreach

过度伸展
Meaning
to go beyond what is proper, acceptable, or achievable; to overextend
Example
The politician overreached by making promises he couldn't keep.
那位政治家在做出无法兑现的承诺时，过度伸展了自己。
B1 verb /ˈɒpəreɪtɪŋ/

operating

操作
Meaning
to control or manage the functioning of something
Example
The company has been operating in this market for five years.
公司已经在这个市场运营了五年。
C2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈstraɪd/

overstride

跨越大步走
Meaning
To stride over something; to step across with long steps.
Example
He managed to overstride the narrow stream with ease.
他轻松地跨越了狭窄的溪流。
C1 noun/verb /ˈoʊvərˌhæŋ/

overhang

悬垂
Meaning
To extend outward and hang over something; a projecting part.
Example
The roof overhang provides shade in the summer.
屋顶的悬垂部分在夏天提供阴凉。
B2 noun /ˈɔːɡənɪzəm/

organism

有机体
Meaning
a living thing that has an organized structure and can grow and reproduce
Example
Every organism needs water to survive.
每个有机体都需要水才能生存。
B2 verb /əbˈteɪn/

obtain

获得
Meaning
to get or acquire something
Example
You need to obtain a visa before traveling abroad.
你需要在出国前获得签证。
C1 adjective /əbˈtjuːs/

Obtuse

迟钝的; 愚笨的; 理解慢
Meaning
annoyingly insensitive or slow to understand; lacking in intelligence or perception
Example
He was being deliberately obtuse about the instructions.
他故意在指令上表现得迟钝。
C2 noun /ˌɑːpərˈtuːnɪzəm/

opportunism

机会主义
Meaning
The practice of taking advantage of opportunities regardless of principles or ethics.
Example
His decision was driven by opportunism, not values.
他的决定是由机会主义驱动的，而不是由价值观驱动的。
B1 adverb /əˈkeɪʒənəli/

Occasionally

偶尔; 有时;
Meaning
sometimes; from time to time; not regularly
Example
I occasionally visit my grandmother on weekends.
我偶尔在周末去看望我的祖母。
C2 adjective /əˈfɪʃəs/

officious

多管闲事
Meaning
Excessively eager to offer unwanted help or advice; meddlesome.
Example
The officious guard kept interrupting the visitors with unnecessary instructions.
那位多管闲事的警卫不断用不必要的指令打扰游客。
B2 noun /ˌoʊ.vɚˈkraʊ.dɪŋ/

overcrowding

过度拥挤
Meaning
Excessive crowd or packed condition, having more people or vehicles in a place than the approved capacity.
Example
The subway system suffers from severe overcrowding during peak hours.
地铁系统在高峰时段面临严重的过度拥挤。
B2 noun ɔːˈɡæn.ɪk fuːdz

organic foods

有机食品
Meaning
Food produced without the use of chemicals such as artificial pesticides, fertilizers, or other artificial agents.
Example
Organic foods are healthier than processed foods.
有机食品比加工食品更健康。
B1 adjective /ˌoʊvərˈweɪt/

overweight

超重
Meaning
heavier than is considered healthy or normal
Example
The doctor advised him to lose weight as he was overweight.
医生建议他减肥，因为他超重。
C1 verb /ˌaʊtˈduː/

outdo

超越
Meaning
To do better than someone else; to surpass.
Example
She always tries to outdo her classmates in exams.
她总是尽力在考试中超越她的同学。