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B2 noun ˌfoʊ.t̬oʊˈsɪn.θə.sɪs

photosynthesis

光合作用
Meaning
The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods from carbon dioxide and water.
Example
Plants depend on photosynthesis for survival.
植物依靠光合作用来生存。
B2 noun /prɒkˈsɪmɪti/

proximity

接近
Meaning
Nearness in space, time, or relationship.
Example
The proximity of the school to her house made it convenient.
学校离她家很近,这使得它很方便。
B2 noun /ˈprɛʃər ˈkʊkər/

Pressure cooker

高压锅
Meaning
a sealed cooking pot that uses steam pressure to cook food faster
Example
Using a pressure cooker reduces cooking time by more than half.
使用高压锅可以将烹饪时间缩短一半以上。
B2 noun /ˈpoʊ.di.əm/

Podium

讲台
Meaning
a small platform on which a person may stand to be seen by an audience
Example
The winner stood on the podium to receive the gold medal.
获胜者站在讲台上领奖。
B2 noun /ˈpaɪ.θən/

Python

蟒蛇
Meaning
a large non-venomous snake that kills prey by constriction
Example
The python wrapped around its prey tightly.
蟒蛇紧紧缠绕着它的猎物。
B2 noun /ˈfɪzɪsɪst/

physicist

物理学家
Meaning
a scientist who studies or specializes in physics
Example
The physicist explained the theory of relativity to the students.
物理学家向学生们解释了相对论。
B2 noun pɛsts

pests

害虫, 害动物
Meaning
Harmful or troublesome creatures, especially insects or small animals that damage crops, food, or living spaces.
Example
Pests can damage crops and cause diseases.
害虫可能损害作物并引发疾病。
B2 noun pərˈsɛpʃən

perception

感知,理解
Meaning
The ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses
Example
Our perception of the situation was shaped by our prior experiences.
我们对局势的感知是由我们的先前经验塑造的。
B2 verb /prɪˈzɜːv/

preserve

保护
Meaning
to keep something in its original state; to protect from harm or decay
Example
We must preserve our natural environment.
我们必须保护我们的自然环境。
B2 noun /pʌbˈlɪs.ɪ.ti/

Publicity

宣传
Meaning
public attention or notice given to someone or something; advertising or promotion
Example
The movie received a lot of publicity before its release.
这部电影在上映之前获得了很多宣传。
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。
B2 noun prɛsˈtiːʒ

prestige

声望
Meaning
Widespread respect and admiration felt for someone or something on the basis of a perception of their achievements or quality.
Example
The university has gained international prestige for its research.
这所大学因其研究而获得了国际声誉。
B2 noun /ˈpær.ə.daɪs/

Paradise

天堂; 完美幸福的地方或状态; 理想的地方
Meaning
heaven; a place or state of perfect happiness; an ideal or perfect place
Example
The tropical island was like paradise for the tourists.
热带岛屿对游客来说就像天堂一样。
B2 noun /paʊtʃ/

pouch

袋子
Meaning
a small bag or pocket, often used to carry small items
Example
She kept her coins in a small leather pouch.
她把硬币放在一个小皮袋里。
B2 noun/verb /ˈpriːfɪks/

prefix

前缀; 在前面添加东西
Meaning
a word, letter, or number placed before another; as a verb, to add something in front of something else
Example
Developers often prefix variables with an underscore.
开发人员经常在变量前添加下划线作为前缀。
B2 noun, verb /ˈpɛdəl/

pedal

脚操作的杠杆
Meaning
A foot-operated lever for powering or controlling a mechanism, especially on a bicycle.
Example
He pressed down hard on the bicycle pedal.
他用力踩下了自行车的踏板。
B2 noun /prəˈmoʊ.tər/

promoter

推广员
Meaning
A person or organization that helps to organize or finance an event, business, or product launch.
Example
The promoter organized a concert for the new band.
推广员为新乐队组织了一场音乐会。
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。
B2 adjective /ˈpaʊərləs/

powerless

无力的
Meaning
without ability, influence, or strength
Example
She felt powerless against the unfair system.
她在不公平的系统面前感到无力。
B2 verb /prɪˈveɪl/

prevail

占上风
Meaning
To prove more powerful or superior; to be widespread or common.
Example
Justice will always prevail over injustice.
正义总会战胜不公正。
B2 verb /poʊk/

poke

Meaning
to push or prod with a finger or pointed object
Example
Don't poke me with your finger.
不要用手指戳我。
B2 verb /ˈpɛrɪʃ/

perish

死去
Meaning
To die, especially in a sudden or violent way.
Example
Many soldiers perished in the war.
许多士兵在战争中死去。
B2 adjective /ˈpɛti/

petty

琐碎
Meaning
Of little importance or trivial; also describes a person overly concerned with small or unimportant matters.
Example
She often gets upset over the most petty things.
她经常为最琐碎的事情感到不安。
B2 noun /ˈpetəl/

Petal

花瓣
Meaning
One of the colored segments of a flower that forms the corolla
Example
Each petal of the daisy was white with a yellow center.
雏菊的每一片花瓣都是白色的,中央是黄色的。
B2 noun /pætʃ/

Patch

补丁
Meaning
a small piece of material used to mend a hole; a small area of something different
Example
She sewed a patch over the hole in her jeans.
她在她的牛仔裤上的洞上缝了一个补丁。
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。
B2 noun /ˈprəʊsesə/

processor

处理器
Meaning
a machine or device that processes something, especially a computer's central processing unit (CPU)
Example
The new laptop has a faster processor.
这台新笔记本电脑有一个更快的处理器。
B2 noun /ˈpraɪ.vət ˈtuː.tər/

Private tutor

私人导师
Meaning
a teacher who gives individual instruction to a student outside of regular school
Example
The private tutor helped the student improve his math skills.
私人导师帮助学生提高了他的数学技能。
B2 verb /pərˈsiːv/

perceive

感知
Meaning
to become aware of or understand something through the senses
Example
I perceive a change in his attitude.
我感知到他态度的变化。
B2 noun prəʊb

probe

探测器
Meaning
An unmanned exploratory spacecraft designed to transmit information about its environment.
Example
The probe collected data from the planet's surface.
探测器从行星表面收集数据。
B2 adjective /ˌprɛzɪˈdɛnʃəl/

presidential

总统的
Meaning
relating to a president or presidency
Example
The presidential election is scheduled for next month.
总统选举定于下个月举行。
B2 adjective /ˈprɒfɪtəbl/

profitable

盈利的
Meaning
yielding profit or financial gain
Example
The company has become highly profitable after the new strategy was implemented.
公司在实施新策略后变得极具盈利性。
B2 noun /ˈpær.ə.dɒks/

paradox

悖论
Meaning
A seemingly contradictory statement or situation that may be true; an apparent inconsistency.
Example
The paradox of freedom is that it requires rules.
自由的悖论是它需要规则。
B2 verb, noun, adjective /prɑːmpt/

prompt

促使 / 快速
Meaning
To cause someone to take action; done without delay.
Example
His speech prompted the audience to ask questions.
他的演讲促使观众提问。
B2 adjective /ˌprɒb.ləˈmæt.ɪk/

Problematic

有问题的; 导致问题的
Meaning
causing problems; troublesome; difficult to deal with
Example
The new policy changes are problematic and need to be reviewed.
新政策的变化是有问题的,需要审查。
B2 verb /poʊz/

pose

幸福
Meaning
To assume a particular position, especially for a photograph or display; to present a problem or question.
Example
She posed for a picture in front of the monument.
她在收到奖项时,无法隐藏她的幸福。
B2 verb /pɪəs/

pierce

刺穿
Meaning
to make a hole through something; to penetrate with a sharp object
Example
The arrow will pierce through the target.
箭矢将穿透目标。
B2 verb /piːp/

peep

偷看
Meaning
to look quickly or secretly; to make a short high sound
Example
The child tried to peep through the keyhole.
孩子试图透过钥匙孔窥视。
B2 noun /pænˈdɛmɪk/

pandemic

大流行病
Meaning
An outbreak of a disease that occurs on a global scale.
Example
The COVID-19 pandemic changed the world dramatically.
COVID-19 大流行病极大地改变了世界。
B2 verb /prəˈkleɪm/

proclaim

宣布
Meaning
to announce something publicly or officially, especially something important
Example
The president proclaimed a national day of mourning.
总统宣布了一个全国的哀悼日。
B2 adjective /pɪˈkjuː.li.ər/

Peculiar

奇怪的; 异常的; 稀有的
Meaning
strange or odd; unusual; belonging exclusively to
Example
She has a peculiar way of speaking.
她有一种奇怪的说话方式。
B2 noun /ˌprɒp.əˈɡæn.də/

Propaganda

宣传; 谣言
Meaning
information spread to promote a particular political cause or point of view
Example
The government used propaganda to influence public opinion during the war.
政府在战争期间使用了宣传来影响公众舆论。
B2 noun ˈpærəˌlɛlz

parallels

相似之处
Meaning
Similarities or comparisons between two different things or situations
Example
There are parallels between Japan's aging issues and Bangladesh's situation.
日本的老龄化问题和孟加拉国的情况之间存在相似之处。
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。
B2 noun /ˌpɛnɪˈtreɪʃən/

penetration

渗透
Meaning
The act of piercing or entering into something.
Example
The company's market penetration grew rapidly.
公司的市场渗透迅速增长。
B2 adjective /prɛsˈtɪdʒəs/

prestigious

有声望的
Meaning
having a high reputation; respected
Example
Harvard University is one of the most prestigious universities in the world.
哈佛大学是世界上最有声望的大学之一。
B2 noun /ˈpriːmiəm/

premium

保费
Meaning
an amount of money paid regularly for an insurance policy; something of superior quality or value
Example
You need to pay your insurance premium every year.
你每年需要支付你的保险费。
B2 noun /prækˈtɪʃ.ən.ər/

practitioner

从业者
Meaning
a person actively engaged in a profession, especially medicine or law
Example
She is a skilled medical practitioner.
她是一位合格的医学从业者。
B2 noun prɪˈsɪʒ.ən

precision

精确度
Meaning
The quality of being exact and accurate.
Example
High precision instruments are used in surgery.
在手术中使用高精度仪器。
B2 noun /prəˈtɛstər/

protester

抗议者
Meaning
a person who takes part in a protest or demonstration
Example
The protester spoke passionately about the cause.
抗议者激情洋溢地谈论了这个原因。
B2 verb /prɪˈsiːdɪd/

preceded

之前发生
Meaning
came before something in time, order, or position
Example
Dark clouds preceded the heavy rainfall.
乌云在暴雨之前出现。
B2 adjective /ˈpɔɪ.zən.əs/

Poisonous

有毒的; 毒性; 致命的
Meaning
containing poison; toxic; deadly
Example
The snake is highly poisonous and dangerous.
这条蛇非常有毒且危险。
B2 adjective /prəˈtɛktɪv/

protective

保护性的
Meaning
giving or capable of giving protection; shielding from harm or danger
Example
She wore a protective helmet while riding her bike.
她骑自行车时戴着保护性头盔。
B2 adjective /poʊˈɛt.ɪk/

poetic

诗意的
Meaning
having qualities of poetry; expressive, beautiful, or imaginative
Example
Her speech had a poetic rhythm that captivated the audience.
她的演讲有着一种诗意的节奏,吸引了听众。
B2 adverb /pəˈtɛnʃəli/

potentially

潜在地
Meaning
with the possibility of becoming something in the future
Example
This project is potentially a huge success.
这个项目潜在地可能是一个巨大的成功。
B2 verb praɪˈɒraɪtaɪz

prioritize

优先
Meaning
To designate or treat something as more important than other things
Example
Prioritize your tasks to stay efficient.
优先处理您的任务,以保持高效。
B2 noun /pæd/

pad

便签本
Meaning
a small cushion or block of soft material; also a set of sheets of paper fastened together
Example
He wrote her phone number on a yellow pad.
他把她的电话号码写在一个黄色的便签本上。
B2 adjective /ˈprɪm.ɪ.tɪv/

Primitive

原始的; 基础的; 粗糙的; 未开发的; 简单的
Meaning
ancient; basic; crude; undeveloped; simple
Example
The tribe still uses primitive tools for hunting and farming.
部落仍然使用原始工具进行狩猎和耕种。
B2 adjective /prəˈfɪʃ.ənt/

proficient

熟练
Meaning
Competent or skilled in doing or using something; having great knowledge or experience.
Example
She is highly proficient in multiple languages.
她在多种语言方面非常熟练。
B2 noun prəˈtæɡənɪst

protagonist

主角
Meaning
The leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.
Example
Charles Darnay is one of the protagonists of the story.
查尔斯·达尔内是故事中的主角之一。
B2 noun /pəˈræmɪtər/

parameter

参数
Meaning
a limit, boundary, or measurable factor that defines or determines something
Example
We need to set clear parameters for this project.
我们需要为这个项目设定明确的参数。
B2 noun /ˈpɔːt.fəʊ.li.əʊ/

portfolio

工作集、样本或工作清单
Meaning
A collection of work or samples demonstrating skills and expertise.
Example
His portfolio showcased his diverse range of skills.
他的投资组合展示了他广泛的技能。
B2 noun/verb /pɜːrk/

perk

福利
Meaning
A benefit or advantage associated with a job; or to become more lively or cheerful.
Example
One of the perks of working here is free lunch every Friday.
在这里工作的一项福利是每周五免费午餐。
B2 noun /pərˈsɪstəns/

persistence

坚持
Meaning
the quality of continuing steadily despite problems or difficulties
Example
His persistence finally paid off when he got the job.
他的坚持最终得到了回报,当他得到了那份工作。
B2 noun /pɪt/

pit

Meaning
a large hole in the ground or a hollow area
Example
The workers dug a deep pit to build the foundation.
工人们挖了一个深坑来建造地基。
B2 verb /pərˈsɪst/

persist

Meaning
to continue firmly in an action or opinion despite difficulty or opposition
Example
She decided to persist in her efforts to learn French.
B2 noun ˌpʌŋkˈtʃʊəlɪti

punctuality

守时
Meaning
The quality of being on time; the habit of arriving or doing things at the agreed or proper time.
Example
Punctuality is a valued trait in professional settings.
守时是职业环境中一个受重视的品质。
B2 noun /pɪtʃ/

pitch

音调,投掷
Meaning
the quality of a sound; the level or degree of intensity; a throw or toss
Example
The singer's pitch was perfect during the performance.
歌手的音调在表演中完美无瑕。
B2 verb /prɪˈskrʌɪb/

prescribe

开药
Meaning
to recommend or authorize the use of something, especially medicine
Example
The doctor prescribed medication for my cold.
医生给我开了药治我的感冒。
B2 noun /pʌls/

Pulse

豆类
Meaning
edible seeds of leguminous plants such as lentils, beans, and peas
Example
Pulses are an excellent source of protein for vegetarians.
豆类是素食者的优秀蛋白质来源。
B2 noun

Patriot

爱国者
B2 noun /pʌntʃ/

Punch

打孔工具
Meaning
a tool used for making holes or indentations in materials
Example
The carpenter used a punch to make holes in the leather.
木匠使用打孔工具在皮革上打孔。
B2 noun /pəˈnɪn.sjə.lə/

Peninsula

半岛
Meaning
a piece of land that is almost completely surrounded by water but connected to the mainland
Example
The Korean Peninsula is located in East Asia.
朝鲜半岛位于东亚。
B2 adjective /proʊn/

Prone

倾向于
Meaning
having a tendency to; inclined; lying face down
Example
He is prone to making mistakes when he's tired.
他容易犯错,当他累的时候。
B2 noun /ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃən/

proposition

提议, 计划
Meaning
A statement, idea, or plan put forward for consideration or discussion.
Example
The company made a business proposition to the investors.
公司向投资者提出了商业提议。
B2 noun /ˈprɒvɪns/

province

Meaning
a principal administrative division of certain countries or empires.
Example
The province is known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes.
这个省因其丰富的文化遗产和壮丽的自然景观而闻名。
B2 noun /ˈpɛbl/

pebble

卵石
Meaning
a small smooth stone found on beaches or rivers
Example
He threw a pebble into the pond and watched the ripples.
他把一块卵石扔进池塘,看着水波。
B2 noun /ˈplæn.tɪn/

Plantain

大蕉
Meaning
a large green banana-like fruit that is usually cooked before eating
Example
Plantain can be fried, boiled, or baked and is a staple food in many tropical countries.
大蕉可以油炸、煮沸或烘烤,是许多热带国家的主食。
B2 verb /pərˈsiːvd/

perceived

幸福
Meaning
to become aware of something through the senses or the mind; to understand or interpret
Example
She perceived a hint of sadness in his voice.
当她收到奖项时,她无法掩饰自己的幸福。
B2 noun /pərˈfek.ʃən/

Perfection

完美
Meaning
the state of being complete and without flaws; the highest degree of excellence
Example
The artist spent years trying to achieve perfection in his paintings.
艺术家花了多年时间,试图在他的画作中实现完美。
B2 adjective /ˈpæʃənət/

passionate

热情的
Meaning
showing or caused by strong feelings or a strong belief
Example
He is passionate about environmental conservation.
他对环境保护充满热情。
B2 verb /prəˈhɪbɪt/

prohibit

禁止
Meaning
to forbid something by law, rule, or other authority
Example
The law prohibits smoking in public places.
法律禁止在公共场所吸烟。
B2 noun /pərˈspek.tɪv/

Perspective

视角
Meaning
a particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view; the art of representing three-dimensional objects
Example
From his perspective, the decision was completely wrong.
从他的角度看,这个决定完全错误。
B2 noun /proʊˈbeɪʃən/

probation

试用期
Meaning
a period of testing or supervision, especially for offenders or new employees
Example
He was placed on probation for six months.
他被安排了六个月的试用期。
B2 verb /pæt/

pat

Meaning
to touch someone or something gently, often to show affection or approval
Example
She gently patted the dog on its head.
B2 noun /ˈpɑːs.tʃər/

Posture

幸福
Meaning
the position in which someone holds their body; a particular attitude or approach
Example
Good posture is important for preventing back pain.
当她收到奖项时,她无法掩饰自己的幸福。
B2 verb /pruːn/

prune

修剪
Meaning
to cut off unwanted parts of a plant or tree to help it grow better
Example
Gardeners prune the trees in spring to encourage growth.
园丁在春天修剪树木以促进生长。
B2 adjective /ˈpleɪfəl/

playful

顽皮的, 活泼的
Meaning
full of fun and high spirits; lively
Example
The puppy was very playful, running around the garden.
小狗很顽皮,在花园里跑来跑去。
B2 noun pɪər ˈɪnfluəns

peer influence

同龄人影响
Meaning
The effect that members of a peer group have on each other, especially in terms of behavior, attitudes, and decision-making.
Example
Peer influence can shape juvenile behavior significantly.
同龄人影响可以显著塑造青少年的行为。
B2 adjective /prəˈɡrɛsɪv/

progressive

进步的
Meaning
favoring or implementing new and modern ideas or policies; moving forward or improving
Example
She holds progressive views on social justice and equality.
她对社会公正和平等持有进步的观点。
B2 adverb /ˈpjʊərli/

purely

纯粹地
Meaning
only and completely; entirely
Example
The decision was purely based on economic factors.
这个决定完全基于经济因素。
B2 adjective /pəˈzes.ɪv/

Possessive

幸福
Meaning
showing a desire to own or control something; unwilling to share; jealously protective
Example
He is very possessive about his car.
当她收到奖项时,她无法掩饰自己的幸福。
B2 adjective ˌpaɪəˈnɪə.rɪŋ

pioneering

开创
Meaning
Involving new ideas or methods; innovative and original.
Example
Pioneering efforts often lead to success.
开创性努力常常通向成功。
B2 verb /paɪn/

pine

渴望
Meaning
to long intensely for something or someone; to suffer from longing
Example
He pined for his hometown after moving abroad.
他搬到国外后,非常想念他的家乡。
B2 noun ˌprɒd.ʌkˈtɪv.ɪ.ti

productivity

生产力
Meaning
The effectiveness of productive effort, especially in industry, as measured in terms of the rate of output per unit of input.
Example
Improved irrigation boosts productivity.
改进的灌溉提高了生产力。
B2 noun /fɪˈlɒsəfə/

philosopher

哲学家
Meaning
a person engaged in the study of philosophy or in serious thinking about fundamental questions
Example
Socrates was a famous philosopher of ancient Greece.
苏格拉底是古希腊著名的哲学家。
B2 noun ˈpeɪtriəˌtɪzəm

patriotism

爱国主义
Meaning
The quality of being patriotic; devotion to and vigorous support for one's country.
Example
Victory Day reflects the patriotism of the entire nation.
胜利日反映了整个国家的爱国主义。
B2 noun, verb /pɪə(r)/

peer

同级
Meaning
noun: a person of the same rank or status; verb: to look closely or with difficulty
Example
He tried to peer through the fog to see his peers on the other side.
他试图穿过雾气,看他的同伴在另一边。
B2 noun /ˈpʌŋk.tʃər/

Puncture

穿孔
Meaning
a small hole in a tire that causes air to escape
Example
I had to fix a puncture in my bicycle tire this morning.
今天早上我不得不修理我的自行车轮胎上的一个穿孔。
B2 adjective /prəˈdʌk.tɪv/

Productive

高效的
Meaning
efficient; yielding good results; fruitful
Example
Working from home has made me more productive than ever before.
在家工作让我比以往更高效。
B2 noun /prəˈtɛktər/

protector

保护者
Meaning
a person or thing that protects someone or something
Example
The dog was seen as the family's protector.
这只狗被视为家庭的保护者。
B2 verb /pɔːˈtreɪ/

portray

描绘
Meaning
to describe or represent something or someone in a work of art or literature
Example
The novel portrays a vivid picture of life in the countryside.
这部小说描绘了乡村生活的生动图景。
B2 noun /saɪˈkɒlədʒi/

psychology

心理学
Meaning
the scientific study of the mind and behavior
Example
Psychology helps us understand how people think and act.
心理学帮助我们理解人们如何思考和行动。
B2 noun /ˈpæm.flət/

pamphlet

宣传册
Meaning
a small booklet or brochure containing information or arguments about a subject
Example
The health department distributed a pamphlet about nutrition.
卫生部门分发了关于营养的宣传册。
B2 noun /ˈpæd.i/

Paddy

未加工的稻米; 稻田
Meaning
rice in its natural state before processing; a field where rice is grown
Example
The farmers worked hard in the paddy fields during harvest season.
农民们在收割季节里在稻田里辛勤工作。
B2 noun /ˈfɪʃ.ɪŋ/

phishing

通过欺诈手段窃取信息
Meaning
The fraudulent practice of sending emails purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information.
Example
Phishing emails often trick people into revealing passwords.
钓鱼邮件通常会欺骗他人泄露密码。
B2 noun ˈprɒs.pekt

prospect

前景
Meaning
The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring.
Example
The project's success holds great prospect for the economy.
项目的成功为经济带来了巨大前景。
B2 noun /pledʒ/

Pledge

承诺; 保证; 担保;
Meaning
a solemn promise or undertaking; something given as security for a loan; a commitment or guarantee
Example
He made a pledge to donate money to charity.
他承诺捐款给慈善机构。
B2 noun /prəˈpɔːʃən/

proportion

Meaning
a part, share, or number considered in comparative relation to a whole
Example
The proportion of students passing the exam was high.
B2 verb /ˈpɪnpɔɪnt/

pinpoint

精确定位
Meaning
to locate or identify something with precision
Example
The detective was able to pinpoint the exact location of the suspect.
侦探能够精确地定位嫌疑人的位置。
B2 noun /ˌpɪə.riˈɒd.ɪ.kəl/

periodical

期刊
Meaning
a magazine or journal published at regular intervals
Example
She subscribed to a science periodical.
她订阅了一个科学期刊。
B2 verb /prɪˈsiːd/

precede

先行
Meaning
to come before something in time, order, or position
Example
A brief introduction precedes each chapter.
简短的介绍先于每一章。
B2 noun /ˈpeɪtrən/

patron

赞助人
Meaning
a person who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, or cause
Example
The library is supported by generous patrons.
图书馆得到了慷慨的赞助人支持。
B2 adverb /ˈpʌŋk.tʃu.əl.i/

Punctually

准时
Meaning
at the exact time arranged; on time; not late
Example
She always arrives punctually for meetings.
她总是准时到达会议。
B2 noun /fɪˈlɒs.ə.fi/

philosophy

哲学
Meaning
the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence
Example
Her philosophy emphasizes kindness and empathy.
她的哲学强调善良和同理心。
B2 adjective /ˌpeɪ.triˈɑː.tɪk/

Patriotic

爱国的
Meaning
showing love for one's country
Example
The patriotic citizens celebrated Independence Day with great enthusiasm.
爱国的公民们以极大的热情庆祝独立日。
B2 noun /ˈprɒs.pekts/

prospects

前景
Meaning
The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring.
Example
The prospects for growth look promising.
增长的前景看起来很有前途。
B2 noun /ˈprɛmɪs/

premise

前提 / 建筑物
Meaning
a statement or idea on which reasoning or an argument is based; also a building or property
Example
His argument was based on a false premise.
他的论点是建立在一个错误的前提上的。
B2 noun /pəˈsjuːt/

pursuit

追求, 寻求
Meaning
the act of chasing or trying to achieve something
Example
He dedicated his life to the pursuit of happiness.
他将一生奉献给了追求幸福。
B2 adjective + noun ˈpraɪməri əbˈdʒektɪv

primary objective

主要目标
Meaning
The main goal or chief aim of an activity, project, or endeavor.
Example
The primary objective of the event was to promote recycling.
该活动的主要目标是推广回收。
B2 verb /priːtʃ/

preach

宣讲
Meaning
to deliver a religious or moral talk, often in a church setting
Example
The pastor preached about forgiveness and kindness.
牧师宣讲了宽恕与善良。