B1 noun /ˈfɪzɪks/

physics

物理学

Meaning

the natural science that studies matter, energy, and the interactions between them

Example

She decided to major in physics at the university.

她决定在大学主修物理学。

A1 noun /ˈprɒb.ləm/

Problem

问题

Meaning

a situation that causes difficulties and needs to be dealt with or solved

Example

We need to solve this problem quickly.

我们需要尽快解决这个问题。

C2 verb /ˈpɛkjʊˌleɪt/

peculate

贪污

Meaning

To embezzle or steal money, especially public funds.

Example

The corrupt official was found guilty of peculating government funds.

腐败的官员被判定为盗用政府资金。

B2 noun /ˈpen neɪm/

Pen-name

笔名

Meaning

a fictitious name used by an author instead of their real name; a pseudonym

Example

Mark Twain was the pen-name of Samuel Clemens.

马克·吐温是塞缪尔·克莱门斯的笔名。

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.

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。

A1 noun /ˈpɛnsəl/

pencil

Meaning

an instrument for writing or drawing, typically made of wood with a graphite core

Example

He drew a picture with a pencil.

B1 noun prəˈtek.ʃən

protection

保护

Meaning

The action of protecting someone or something, or the state of being protected.

Example

The movement focused on the protection of rights.

该运动专注于保护权利。

A2 verb /pʊl/

pull

拉

Meaning

to exert force to move something toward oneself; to drag or tug

Example

Please pull the door to open it.

请拉门打开。

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/verb /pəʊl/

poll

民意调查

Meaning

a survey of public opinion or voting in an election

Example

The poll revealed that most people favored the new policy.

民意调查显示大多数人支持新政策。

B1 noun /ˈproʊˌfaɪl/

profile

个人资料

Meaning

a description or representation of someone or something; an outline

Example

He updated his profile on the company website.

他更新了公司网站上的个人资料。

C1 verb /ˈpeɪtrənaɪz/

patronize

屈尊俯就

Meaning

to treat someone in a condescending way; to be a regular customer of a business

Example

Don't patronize me with your fake sympathy.

不要用你虚假的同情来屈尊俯就我。

C1 verb /ˈpɒstʃʊleɪt/

postulate

假设

Meaning

to suggest or assume that something is true as the basis for reasoning or discussion

Example

Scientists postulate that life exists on other planets.

科学家假设在其他星球上存在生命。

C1 verb /ˈprɒfər/

proffer

提供，呈现

Meaning

to offer something for acceptance; to present

Example

She proffered her hand as a sign of friendship.

她伸出手作为友谊的象征。

B2 noun /ˈpælət/

palette

调色板

Meaning

a thin board or surface on which an artist sets and mixes colors; also a range of colors used in art or design

Example

The artist mixed vibrant shades on her palette before starting the painting.

艺术家在开始画画之前，在她的调色板上混合了鲜艳的色调。

B2 noun /saɪˈkɒlədʒɪst/

psychologist

心理学家

Meaning

a person who studies mental processes and behavior

Example

The psychologist helped him cope with his anxiety.

心理学家帮助他应对焦虑。

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 /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。

C1 noun /fɪˈlæn.θrə.pi/

philanthropy

慈善事业

Meaning

the desire to promote the welfare of others, often expressed by the generous donation of money to good causes

Example

Philanthropy has helped improve healthcare in many developing countries.

慈善事业帮助改善了许多发展中国家的医疗保健。

C1 adjective /ˈpəʊ.tənt/

Potent

强效; 强大的; 有效的

Meaning

having great strength, power, or effect; influential

Example

The medicine is very potent and should be taken carefully.

这药效强，应该小心服用。

A2 noun,verb /pleɪn/

plane

平面; 飞机; 平滑

Meaning

a flat surface; an aircraft; to make smooth

Example

The carpenter used a tool to plane the wood.

木匠用工具来平整木材。

C1 noun /pəˈrɪfəri/

periphery

边缘

Meaning

The outer edge or boundary of an area or object.

Example

The soldiers were stationed at the periphery of the camp.

士兵们驻扎在营地的边缘。

A2 noun /pæn/

Pan

煎锅

Meaning

a wide, flat-bottomed cooking utensil used for frying, searing, and browning foods

Example

Heat the oil in a large pan before adding the vegetables.

在一个大煎锅中加热油，然后加入蔬菜。

C1 verb /pləˈkeɪt/

placate

安抚

Meaning

to make someone less angry or hostile; to calm or soothe

Example

He tried to placate the angry customer with a refund.

他试图通过退款安抚愤怒的客户。

B1 noun /ˈpeɪvmənt/

pavement

人行道

Meaning

a hard paved surface such as a road or sidewalk; the act or result of paving

Example

She walked along the pavement to reach the bus stop.

她沿着人行道走到公交车站。

C1 adjective /prəˈhɪbɪtɪv/

prohibitive

过高的

Meaning

Too high or expensive to be affordable; serving to prevent or discourage action.

Example

The cost of the medication is prohibitive for many families.

药物的费用对于许多家庭来说是过高的。

C2 adjective /ˈpɛnɪtrəbl/

penetrable

可穿透的

Meaning

Capable of being passed through or entered.

Example

The thin wall was easily penetrable.

薄壁容易穿透。

C1 verb /ˈpɜːmieɪt/

permeate

渗透, 弥漫, 渗入

Meaning

Spread throughout (something); pervade.

Example

The scent of fresh flowers permeated the entire room.

新鲜花朵的香气弥漫整个房间。

C1 noun /pʌnˈdʒɑː.bi/

Punjabi

旁遮普

Meaning

a traditional long shirt worn in South Asia, typically loose-fitting

Example

He wore a white punjabi for the festival celebration.

他穿着白色的旁遮普参加节日庆典。

A2 preposition/conjunction/noun/adjective /plʌs/

plus

加/优势

Meaning

in addition to; a positive aspect or advantage

Example

She received an A plus on her exam.

她在考试中得了一个A plus。

C2 noun /ˈpaʊ.waʊ/

powwow

非正式会议

Meaning

an informal meeting or conference to discuss something

Example

The team held a quick powwow before the presentation.

团队在演示之前举行了一个快速的非正式会议。

C2 noun /fɪˈlɒl.ə.dʒi/

philology

研究语言在书面历史资料中的应用; 语言学

Meaning

the study of language in written historical sources; linguistics

Example

She devoted her career to philology, researching ancient manuscripts.

她将自己的职业生涯献给了语言学，研究古代手稿。

C1 verb /ˈpʌməl/

pummel

痛打

Meaning

To strike repeatedly with the fists; to beat or hit forcefully.

Example

The boxer pummeled his opponent in the final round.

拳击手在最后一回合痛打了对手。

C1 noun /ˈpɪnəkəl/

pinnacle

顶点

Meaning

the highest point or peak of something, especially of success or achievement

Example

Winning the Nobel Prize was the pinnacle of her career.

赢得诺贝尔奖是她事业的巅峰。

C2 verb /ˈpælpɪˌteɪt/

palpitate

快速跳动

Meaning

to beat rapidly and strongly, often because of fear, excitement, or illness

Example

Her heart began to palpitate with fear.

她的心脏因恐惧开始剧烈跳动。

C1 noun ˈprɛvələns

prevalence

普遍性

Meaning

The fact or condition of being widespread; the extent to which something exists or occurs

Example

The prevalence of aging issues requires immediate attention.

老龄化问题的普遍性需要立即关注。

C2 verb /ˈprɛsɪdʒ/

presage

预兆

Meaning

to be a sign or warning that something will happen; to foreshadow

Example

Dark clouds presage a storm.

暗云预示着一场风暴。

B2 verb /plʌndʒ/

plunge

迅速跳入或潜水；突然下降

Meaning

to jump or dive quickly; to fall sharply

Example

She plunged into the swimming pool.

她跳进了游泳池。

B2 noun fəˈnɒm.ɪ.nə

phenomena

现象

Meaning

Facts or situations that are observed to exist or happen, especially ones whose cause or explanation is in question.

Example

Phenomena like floods disrupt agricultural systems.

像洪水这样的现象扰乱了农业系统。

A2 noun /ˈpɑːrkɪŋ/

parking

停车场

Meaning

the action or practice of leaving a vehicle in a particular place for a period of time

Example

There was no available parking near the restaurant.

餐厅附近没有空停车位。

C1 verb /ˈpɛtrɪfaɪ/

petrify

石化

Meaning

to make someone so frightened that they are unable to move or think; to turn into stone

Example

The loud noise petrified the little child.

大声的噪音让孩子石化了。

C1 noun /ˈprɒvənəns/

provenance

来源

Meaning

The origin or source of something.

Example

The museum verified the provenance of the ancient manuscript.

博物馆验证了古代手稿的出处。

C1 noun/verb /ˈprɛdɪkət/ (noun), /ˈprɛdɪkeɪt/ (verb)

predicate

谓语 / 以...为基础

Meaning

noun: the part of a sentence that tells something about the subject; verb: to base or establish something on a particular idea

Example

His theory is predicated on sound research.

他的理论是基于可靠的研究。

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。

C2 noun /paɪər/

pyre

火葬堆

Meaning

A heap of combustible material, especially one used for burning a corpse as part of a funeral ceremony.

Example

The villagers built a pyre to honor the deceased.

村民们建造了一堆火葬堆，以尊重已故者。

A2 verb,noun /pæk/

pack

Meaning

to put things into a container for storage or transport; a collection of items kept together

Example

She packed her clothes into a suitcase for the trip.

C1 adjective /ˈprɪnsəpəld/

principled

有原则的

Meaning

acting in accordance with moral or ethical standards

Example

He is a principled leader who always puts honesty first.

他是一个有原则的领导，总是把诚实放在第一位。

A2 noun /fəˈtɒɡrəfi/

photography

摄影

Meaning

the art or practice of taking and processing photographs

Example

She studied photography in college.

她在大学里学习了摄影。

B2 adjective ˌpriːhɪˈstɒrɪk

prehistoric

史前的, 在书面记录之前的时间

Meaning

Belonging to the time before written records.

Example

The prehistoric era was marked by the rise of early humans.

史前时代的特点是早期人类的崛起。

B2 adjective /ˈpʌz.lɪŋ/

Puzzling

令人困惑的

Meaning

confusing; perplexing;

Example

The scientist found the results puzzling.

科学家发现的结果令人困惑。

A2 noun /ˈpɛni/

penny

便士

Meaning

a small coin of low value; a very small amount of money

Example

He found a penny on the sidewalk and smiled.

他在人行道上找到了一枚便士并笑了。

C1 verb /præns/

prance

高傲地走

Meaning

To move with high, springy steps, often to show off or attract attention.

Example

The horse pranced around the field gracefully.

那匹马骄傲地走过了田野。

B1 noun /per/

Pear

梨

Meaning

a sweet juicy fruit with a rounded shape that is wider at the bottom than the top

Example

She enjoyed a fresh pear from the orchard.

她享受着来自果园的新鲜梨子。

C2 adjective /ˈpliːnəri/

plenary

全体的

Meaning

complete in every way; fully attended or absolute

Example

The committee held a plenary session to discuss all matters of importance.

委员会召开了一个全体会议，讨论所有重要事项。

C2 noun /ˌpaɪrəˈmeɪniə/

pyromania

纵火的失控欲望

Meaning

An uncontrollable desire to set things on fire.

Example

The suspect was diagnosed with pyromania after repeated incidents of arson.

嫌疑人在多次纵火事件后被诊断为纵火狂。

C1 verb pɚˈpɛtʃ.u.eɪt

perpetuate

保持某事持续运行或长时间维持它

Meaning

To keep something continuously running or maintain it for a long time.

Example

The media can sometimes perpetuate harmful stereotypes.

媒体有时会延续有害的刻板印象。

B2 adjective /ˈplɔː.zə.bəl/

plausible

似乎合理或可能

Meaning

Seeming reasonable or probable; credible or believable.

Example

His excuse seemed plausible, but I had my doubts.

他的借口看起来似乎有道理，但我心存疑虑。

B1 noun /ˈpʌblɪʃɪŋ/

publishing

Meaning

the business or activity of preparing and issuing books, journals, or other material for sale

Example

He works in the publishing industry as an editor.

B2 adverb /ˈpɑrʃəli/

Partially

部分地; 不完全地;

Meaning

to some extent; not completely; incompletely

Example

The building was only partially destroyed in the fire.

这座建筑在火灾中仅部分被摧毁。

B1 noun ˈplænɪŋ

planning

规划

Meaning

The process of making plans for something; the control of urban development by a local government authority.

Example

Effective planning ensures better waste management.

有效的规划确保更好的废物管理。

B1 noun /prɪnt/

Print

印刷; 标记; 痕迹;

Meaning

words, letters, or pictures produced on paper using a machine; a mark made by pressing something onto a surface

Example

The book is available in both digital and print versions.

这本书有数字版和印刷版可供选择。

C1 adjective /priˈɛmptɪv/

preemptive

预防性

Meaning

Serving or intended to prevent something by taking action first.

Example

The government took preemptive measures to control inflation.

政府采取了预防措施来控制通货膨胀。

B1 noun, adjective /pəˈdɛstriən/

Pedestrian

行人

Meaning

a person walking on the street; also means dull or ordinary

Example

The pedestrian crossed the road at the crosswalk.

行人通过人行道过马路。

C1 noun /ˈpæntəmaɪm/

pantomime

哑剧

Meaning

A type of theatrical performance using gestures and movements without spoken words; in Britain, a musical comedy play for families performed at Christmas.

Example

The children enjoyed the Christmas pantomime at the local theater.

孩子们在当地剧院观看了圣诞哑剧。

C1 adjective /prəˈfɛtɪk/

prophetic

预言的

Meaning

accurately predicting or describing what will happen in the future

Example

His prophetic words came true after many years.

他的预言之言在多年后实现了。

A2 adjective /ˈpɑːt taɪm/

part-time

兼职

Meaning

working for only part of the usual working day or week

Example

She works part-time as a waitress.

她做兼职工作，担任服务员。

C2 verb /ˈprɒsəˌlaɪtaɪz/

proselytize

试图使某人改信

Meaning

To try to persuade someone to convert to a different belief or religion.

Example

They tried to proselytize the villagers with their new ideas.

他们试图用他们的新思想来传教村民。

C1 adjective /ˈplʌk.i/

plucky

勇敢

Meaning

having or showing courage and determination

Example

The plucky child rescued the kitten from the tree.

勇敢的孩子从树上救出了小猫。

C2 adjective /flɛgˈmæt.ɪk/

phlegmatic

冷静的

Meaning

having an unemotional and stolidly calm disposition

Example

Despite the chaos, he remained phlegmatic and composed.

尽管混乱，他依然保持冷静和平静。

C1 noun /ˈpɒpjʊləs/

populace

民众

Meaning

the general public; the ordinary people living in a country or area

Example

The new law was welcomed by the local populace.

新法律受到了当地居民的欢迎。

B1 noun /pəˈpaɪə/

Papaya

木瓜

Meaning

a large orange tropical fruit with sweet orange flesh and black seeds

Example

Papaya is rich in vitamins and very good for health.

木瓜富含维生素，对健康非常有益。

C1 noun /ˈprɒv.ɜːb/

Proverb

幸福

Meaning

a short saying that expresses a general truth or gives advice

Example

The proverb 'Early to bed, early to rise' teaches us about good habits.

当她收到奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。

C2 noun /ˈplænɪsfɪr/

planisphere

星图仪

Meaning

a rotating star chart used to display the visible stars for any time and date

Example

The astronomer used a planisphere to identify the constellations.

天文学家使用星图仪来识别星座。

C1 noun /ˈpəʊstˌskrɪpt/

postscript

附言

Meaning

an additional remark at the end of a letter or text, after the signature

Example

She added a brief postscript to thank him again.

她加了一句简短的附言，再次感谢他。

C1 adjective /ˈpɪt.i.ləs/

pitiless

无情

Meaning

showing no pity or compassion; cruel

Example

The pitiless ruler ignored the suffering of his people.

无情的统治者忽视了他人民的痛苦。

C2 adjective /ˈpjuːtətɪv/

putative

假定的

Meaning

commonly accepted or supposed; generally regarded as such

Example

He is the putative father of the child.

他是孩子的假定父亲。

B1 adverb /ˈpraʊdli/

proudly

自豪地

Meaning

in a way that shows pride or satisfaction; with a sense of honor or achievement

Example

She proudly displayed her achievements to her family.

她自豪地向家人展示了她的成就。

B1 noun /pərˈfɔːrmər/

performer

表演者

Meaning

a person who entertains an audience by acting, singing, dancing, or playing music

Example

The performer received a standing ovation for her song.

表演者因她的歌曲获得了起立鼓掌。

C1 noun /ˈpɒp.i siːdz/

Poppy Seeds

罂粟种子

Meaning

tiny round seeds from the poppy plant used as a spice or garnish in cooking

Example

Poppy seeds are sprinkled on top of breads and used in Bengali curries.

罂粟种子撒在面包上，并用于孟加拉咖喱中。

C1 verb /priːn/

preen

修整

Meaning

To groom or dress oneself with care; to show pride in one's appearance.

Example

She preened in front of the mirror before leaving for the party.

她在镜子前修整自己，然后去派对。

C1 noun /ˈpluː.mɪdʒ/

plumage

羽毛

Meaning

the feathers covering a bird's body

Example

The peacock's plumage was vibrant and eye-catching.

孔雀的羽毛鲜艳夺目。

C2 adjective /pəˈnjʊəriəs/

penurious

极度贫穷

Meaning

extremely poor; poverty-stricken; miserly

Example

The penurious family struggled to buy food.

那个极度贫穷的家庭艰难地购买食物。

B1 verb /pɔːz/

Pause

暂停

Meaning

to stop temporarily; to take a break in activity or speech

Example

Please pause the video while I take notes.

请暂停视频，我要做笔记。

B1 noun /ˈprɛzəns/

presence

存在

Meaning

The fact or condition of being present; a person's impressive manner or appearance.

Example

His presence in the meeting made everyone feel at ease.

他在会议中的存在让每个人都感到轻松。

B1 noun /prəˈməʊ.ʃən/

Promotion

晋升; 升职

Meaning

the act of raising someone to a higher position; advertising to increase sales

Example

She received a promotion to manager after five years of hard work.

她在五年的辛勤工作后晋升为经理。

B2 noun /prɪˈdɪk.ʃən/

Prediction

预测

Meaning

a statement about what will happen in the future; a forecast

Example

The weather prediction says it will rain tomorrow.

天气预测说明天会下雨。

C1 adjective /pɒˈstɪəriər/

posterior

后部

Meaning

Situated at or toward the back; later in time.

Example

The posterior part of the brain controls vision.

大脑的后部控制视觉。

A2 noun /piˈænoʊ/

Piano

钢琴

Meaning

a large keyboard musical instrument with black and white keys that produces sound by striking strings with hammers

Example

The little girl practiced piano for one hour every day.

这个小女孩每天练钢琴一个小时。

C2 noun /ˈpɒl.i.mæθ/

polymath

博学者

Meaning

a person with knowledge of many different subjects

Example

Leonardo da Vinci was a true polymath, excelling in art, science, and engineering.

列奥纳多·达·芬奇是一个真正的博学者，擅长艺术、科学和工程。

C2 noun /ˈpoʊtənˌteɪt/

potentate

君主

Meaning

A monarch or ruler, especially one with absolute power.

Example

The ancient land was ruled by a powerful potentate.

古老的土地由一个强大的君主统治。

C2 adjective /ˈpɛkəbl/

peccable

有罪的

Meaning

liable to sin or error; capable of doing wrong

Example

Humans are peccable, but they strive for goodness.

人类是有罪的，但他们努力向善。

B1 noun /ˈpɑr.dən/

Pardon

宽恕; 原谅;

Meaning

forgiveness; the action of forgiving or being forgiven for an error or offense

Example

I beg your pardon for interrupting the meeting.

打扰会议，我请求宽恕。

C2 noun /ˈpriːskrɪpt/

prescript

规定

Meaning

An authoritative rule or direction; something laid down as a command.

Example

The prescript of the organization required strict punctuality.

该组织的规定要求严格的准时。

C1 noun /ˈpær.ət biːk/

Parrot Beak

鹦鹉嘴

Meaning

a climbing plant with curved red and orange flowers resembling a parrot's beak

Example

The parrot beak flower's unique curved shape makes it a fascinating addition to any garden.

鹦鹉嘴花独特的弯曲形状使它成为任何花园中迷人的补充。

B1 adjective pəˈlɪtɪkəl

political

政治的

Meaning

Relating to the government or public affairs of a country; relating to politics or political parties.

Example

The political agenda included autonomy.

政治议程包括自治。

A1 noun, verb /pleɪs/

place

地方

Meaning

a particular position or location; to put something in a specific position

Example

She placed the books on the table.

她把书放在桌子上。

B2 noun /ˈpɒp.i/

Poppy

罂粟

Meaning

a bright red flower with black seeds, often used as a symbol of remembrance

Example

The red poppy bloomed beautifully in the garden.

红色的罂粟花在花园里美丽地绽放。

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。

C2 noun /ˈpjuː.pɪ.lɪdʒ/

pupilage

学徒状态

Meaning

The state of being a pupil or under instruction.

Example

During his pupilage, he studied law under a senior barrister.

在他的学徒状态期间，他在一位资深律师的指导下学习了法律。

B2 noun /ˈpes.ə.mɪst/

Pessimist

悲观主义者

Meaning

a person who tends to see the worst aspect of things or believes that the worst will happen; someone who lacks hope or confidence in the future

Example

Being a pessimist, he always expected the worst outcome.

作为一个悲观主义者，他总是预期最坏的结果。

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。

C2 noun /ˈplɔːdɪt/

plaudit

赞扬

Meaning

an expression of praise or approval

Example

The actor received plaudit for his outstanding performance.

演员因其出色的表现获得了赞扬。

B1 noun /ˈproʊɡræmɪŋ/

programing

编程

Meaning

the process of writing computer code to create software or applications

Example

He spends most of his time learning computer programming.

他把大部分时间用来学习计算机编程。

A2 noun /ˈpɪloʊ/

Pillow

枕头

Meaning

a soft cushion used to support the head while sleeping

Example

She rested her head on the soft pillow.

她把头放在柔软的枕头上。

C1 noun /pɒˈstɛrɪti/

posterity

后代

Meaning

All future generations of people.

Example

The monument was built for the benefit of posterity.

这座纪念碑是为后代的利益而建造的。

B1 noun pɑːˈtɪs.ɪ.pənts

participants

参与者

Meaning

People who take part in something; those involved in an activity or event.

Example

Participants will enjoy breathtaking views.

参与者将享受令人惊叹的景观。

A2 adjective /ˈpɒp.jʊ.lər/

primordial

原始的

Meaning

Existing at or from the beginning of time; fundamental and original.

Example

Scientists study the primordial soup from which life emerged.

科学家研究了原始汤，生命由此诞生。

C1 adjective /ˈpɜːrtɪnənt/

pertinent

post-war

战后

Meaning

relating to the period after a war has ended

Example

The country experienced rapid economic growth in the post-war years.

该国在战后时期经历了快速的经济增长。

C1 adjective /ˈpɔːltri/

paltry

微不足道, 微小

Meaning

small or meager; lacking in value or importance

Example

They offered him a paltry sum for his work.

他们为他的工作提供了微不足道的报酬。

C1 noun /pərˈkʌʃən/

percussion

打击乐器

Meaning

Musical instruments that are played by striking, shaking, or scraping, such as drums or cymbals.

Example

The percussion section added rhythm and energy to the orchestra.

打击乐部分为管弦乐队增添了节奏和能量。

B2 verb /prəˈvoʊk/

provoke

挑衅

Meaning

To cause someone to become angry or to cause a reaction.

Example

His words provoked a heated argument.

他的话引发了一场激烈的争论。

B1 adjective /pleɪn/

plain

简单的

Meaning

simple or clear, without decoration or complexity

Example

She wore a plain white dress to the ceremony.

她穿了一件简单的白色连衣裙参加了仪式。

C1 verb /ˈpærəfreɪz/

paraphrase

幸福

Meaning

To express the meaning of something using different words, often to make it clearer.

Example

The teacher asked the students to paraphrase the poem in their own words.

当她收到奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。

C2 noun /ˈpɜr.kwɪ.zɪt/

Perquisite

附带福利

Meaning

an additional benefit or privilege given to an employee beyond their regular salary; a special right or advantage

Example

Company car was one of the perquisites of his executive position.

公司车是他担任该高管职位的附带福利之一。

C1 adjective /prəˈvoʊkɪŋ/

Provoking

挑衅的

Meaning

causing anger or strong reaction; irritating; stimulating

Example

His provoking comments made everyone angry.

他挑衅的评论让每个人都生气了。

C1 noun /pəˈnæʃ/

panache

与众不同的风格

Meaning

Flamboyant confidence of style or manner; distinctive and stylish elegance.

Example

He delivered his speech with great panache.

他以极大的自信发表了演讲。

C1 verb /prɪˈdɒmɪneɪt/

predominate

占主导地位

Meaning

To be the strongest, most common, or most influential element.

Example

Traditional values still predominate in the community.

传统价值观在社区中仍然占主导地位。

C2 noun /pərˈsɪpiəns/

percipience

洞察力

Meaning

The ability to perceive, understand, or notice things quickly.

Example

His percipience in reading people made him a great negotiator.

他在阅读人们时的洞察力使他成为一位出色的谈判者。