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C2 noun /ˌfɪziˈɑːɡrəfi/

physiography

地貌学
Meaning
the study of the physical features of the earth's surface
Example
He specialized in physiography to understand the landscape of the region.
他专攻地貌学，以了解该地区的景观。
C2 adjective /prɪˈsɛnʃənt/

presentient

预感
Meaning
Having a feeling or sense of something about to happen; predictive.
Example
She was presentient of the coming disaster.
她预感到即将来临的灾难。
C1 adjective /dɪsˈkɔːrdənt/

discordant

不和谐
Meaning
disagreeing or clashing; harsh and jarring in sound
Example
The discordant notes of the band hurt our ears.
乐队的不和谐音符让我们的耳朵很痛。
C1 adjective ˌɪn.trəˈspek.tɪv

introspective

内省的
Meaning
Characterized by or given to introspection; examining one's own thoughts and feelings.
Example
Writers tend to be highly introspective individuals.
作家通常是高度内省的人。
C1 noun /ˈɔːrdɪnəns/

ordinance

法令
Meaning
An authoritative rule, law, or decree issued by a city, town, or authority.
Example
The city council passed an ordinance banning smoking in public parks.
市议会通过了一项法令，禁止在公共公园内吸烟。
C2 noun /ˈdɪktəm/

dictum

格言
Meaning
A formal pronouncement, authoritative statement, or maxim.
Example
The judge’s dictum clarified the principle of equality before the law.
法官的格言澄清了法律面前人人平等的原则。
C1 noun prɪˈsɪʒ.ən ˈæɡ.rɪ.kʌl.tʃər

precision agriculture

精准农业
Meaning
The technique of conducting agricultural work using advanced technology.
Example
Precision agriculture optimizes resource use and increases efficiency.
精准农业优化资源使用并提高效率。
B2 noun /ˈvjuːpɔɪnt/

viewpoint

观点
Meaning
a particular attitude or way of considering a matter
Example
From his viewpoint, the situation was hopeless.
从他的观点来看，情况是绝望的。
C2 noun /ˈmeɪlstrəm/

maelstrom

漩涡
Meaning
A powerful whirlpool in the sea or a situation of confused movement and turmoil.
Example
The ship was caught in a maelstrom of waves and wind.
船只被卷入了波浪和风的漩涡中。
B2 adjective /ˈlʌv.ə.bəl/

Lovable

值得爱的; 可爱的
Meaning
deserving of love; endearing; adorable
Example
The puppy was so lovable that everyone wanted to adopt it.
小狗是如此可爱，所有人都想领养它。
C2 noun /ˌsaɪ.kəʊˈɡræf.ɪks/

Psychographics

根据人们的态度、愿望和其他心理标准对人进行研究和分类
Meaning
The study and classification of people according to their attitudes, aspirations, and other psychological criteria.
Example
Psychographics reveal consumer buying motives.
心理图谱揭示了消费者购买动机。
B2 verb /dɪˈskrɪmɪˌneɪt/

discriminate

Meaning
To treat someone unfairly based on race, gender, or other differences; or to recognize a distinction.
Example
The law prohibits employers from discriminating against women.
B2 noun /dɪˈtɛkʃən/

detection

检测
Meaning
the action or process of identifying the presence of something
Example
The detection of fraud in the system was swift.
系统中的欺诈检测迅速完成。
B1 noun /kənˈteɪ.nər/

container

集装箱
Meaning
A receptacle or box used for storage or transportation.
Example
Containers are essential for logistics.
集装箱对于物流至关重要。
C2 noun /ˈdɪfθɒŋ/

diphthong

双元音
Meaning
A complex vowel sound that begins with one vowel and glides into another within the same syllable.
Example
The word 'coin' contains a diphthong.
单词 'coin' 包含一个双元音。
B1 verb /ɪmˈplɔɪ/

employ

雇佣
Meaning
to hire someone to do a job; to use something effectively
Example
The company plans to employ more engineers next year.
公司计划明年雇用更多的工程师。
C1 adjective /ˈmɑːr.dʒɪ.nəl/

Marginal

边际的; 微小的; 轻微的
Meaning
relating to or situated at the edge; minimal; slight
Example
The marginal improvement in sales was barely noticeable.
销售的边际改善几乎没有被注意到。
B2 noun /ˌvaɪ.əˈleɪ.ʃən/

Violation

违反; 违反规则
Meaning
the action of violating someone or something; the action of breaking or failing to comply with a rule or formal agreement
Example
The company was fined for violation of environmental regulations.
该公司因违反环境法规而被罚款。
C1 noun /bəˈnæn.zə/

Bonanza

一种突然增加财富、好运或利润的情况或事件
Meaning
a situation or event that creates a sudden increase in wealth, good fortune, or profits
Example
The oil discovery was a bonanza for the small country.
石油的发现对这个小国来说是一个博南萨。
B2 adjective /ˈɪmɪnənt/

imminent

即将
Meaning
About to happen; likely to occur very soon.
Example
Dark clouds signaled that a storm was imminent.
乌云预示着暴风雨即将来临。
B1 adjective /ˈklæsɪk/

classic

经典，杰出
Meaning
Judged over a period of time to be of the highest quality and outstanding of its kind.
Example
That movie is a classic example of 90s comedy.
那部电影是90年代喜剧的经典范例。
C2 noun /dɪˈfoʊliənt/

defoliant

Meaning
a chemical that causes leaves to drop from plants, often used in warfare or agriculture
Example
The army sprayed defoliant to clear the forest cover.
C1 adjective /ˌkaʊntərɪnˈtuːɪtɪv/

counterintuitive

反直觉的
Meaning
contrary to what one would intuitively expect
Example
His approach seems counterintuitive but it actually works.
他的做法看起来很反直觉，但实际上很有效。
C2 adjective, noun /ˈænθrəpɔɪd/

anthropoid

人猿类
Meaning
Resembling a human being in form; a primate such as apes and monkeys.
Example
The gorilla is considered an anthropoid ape.
大猩猩被认为是人猿类的猩猩。
C1 verb /ˈdrɪbəl/

dribble

Meaning
to let liquid flow slowly in drops or to move a ball skillfully with repeated small kicks or bounces
Example
The baby dribbled milk on his shirt.
B2 adjective /ænˈtɑːrktɪk/

antarctic

南极的
Meaning
relating to the region around the South Pole
Example
The Antarctic region is known for its extreme cold and icy landscapes.
南极地区因其极端的寒冷和冰雪覆盖的景观而闻名。
C1 noun fɔːlt ˈtɒl.ər.əns

fault-tolerance

容错性
Meaning
The ability of a system to continue operating properly in the event of the failure of some of its components.
Example
Fault-tolerance ensures dependable systems.
容错性确保了可靠的系统。
A1 noun /sʌn/

Sun

太阳
Meaning
the star around which the earth orbits; the source of light and heat for planets
Example
The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.
太阳从东方升起，西方落下。
C1 noun /ˌdiː.kɒmpəˈzɪʃən/

decomposition

分解
Meaning
the process of decaying or breaking down into simpler parts
Example
The decomposition of leaves enriches the soil.
叶子的分解使土壤更加肥沃。
A2 noun /ˈnoʊ.tɪs/

Notice

通知
Meaning
attention to something; a written or printed announcement
Example
The notice on the board announced the school closure.
公告板上的通知宣布了学校关闭。
B2 verb /ˈpiːtər/

peter

逐渐减弱
Meaning
to diminish gradually and come to an end; to fade or dwindle away
Example
The excitement of the event began to peter out after a few hours.
事件的兴奋感在几个小时后开始逐渐消退。
A1 noun /ˈtiː.tʃər/

Teacher

老师
Meaning
a person who teaches students in a school or other educational institution
Example
The teacher explained the math problem clearly to the students.
老师清楚地向学生解释了数学问题。
B2 adjective /ˈsoʊ.vi.ət/

soviet

苏联的
Meaning
relating to the Soviet Union or its government
Example
The Soviet era saw significant changes in Eastern Europe.
苏联时代见证了东欧的重大变化。
C1 adjective /ˈkæl.əs/

Callous

冷酷的; 无情的; 残忍的
Meaning
showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others; emotionally hardened
Example
He showed a callous disregard for others' feelings.
他表现出对他人感情的冷酷蔑视。
B1 noun /ˈlæftər/

laughter

笑声
Meaning
the act or sound of laughing
Example
The room was filled with laughter.
房间里充满了笑声。
C1 noun speɪst ˌrep.ɪˈtɪʃ.ən

spaced repetition

间隔重复
Meaning
A learning technique that involves reviewing information at increasing intervals to improve long-term retention.
Example
Spaced repetition helps in long-term memory retention.
间隔重复有助于长期记忆保持。
C1 verb /daɪˈleɪt/

dilate

扩展
Meaning
To make wider, larger, or more open.
Example
The doctor used drops to dilate the patient's pupils.
医生用药水来扩张病人的瞳孔。
C2 adjective /ˈtɛnɪbrəs/

tenebrous

昏暗的
Meaning
dark, shadowy, or obscure
Example
The cave was damp and tenebrous, filled with eerie sounds.
洞穴潮湿而昏暗，充满了怪异的声音。
A1 verb /flaɪ/

fly

飞行
Meaning
to move through the air using wings or in an aircraft
Example
Birds fly south for the winter.
鸟类冬天飞往南方。
B2 noun /treɪˈniː/

Trainee

实习生; 学徒
Meaning
a person undergoing training for a particular job or profession; a novice learner
Example
The medical trainee worked long hours to gain practical experience.
医学实习生工作了很长时间，以获得实践经验。
A2 adverb /ˈnaʊədeɪz/

nowadays

如今
Meaning
At the present time; in contrast with the past.
Example
Nowadays, many people prefer shopping online.
如今，许多人更喜欢在线购物。
C2 noun /ˈɪntərˌloʊpər/

interloper

闯入者
Meaning
A person who becomes involved in a situation or place where they are not wanted.
Example
He felt like an interloper at the private family gathering.
他在私人家庭聚会中感到像一个闯入者。
B2 noun /moʊˈmɛn.təm/

momentum

动能
Meaning
The quantity of motion of a moving body; the impetus and driving force gained by the development of a process or course of events.
Example
The company gained momentum after launching a new product.
公司在推出新产品后获得了动能。
B2 verb /ˌriːəˈʃʊr/

reassure

安慰
Meaning
to say or do something to remove someone's doubts or fears
Example
The teacher reassured the students before the exam.
老师在考试前安慰了学生。
C1 noun /ˈpɛndənt/

pendant

吊坠
Meaning
a piece of jewelry that hangs from a chain worn around the neck
Example
She wore a silver pendant around her neck.
她戴着一个银色的吊坠在脖子上。
B2 noun /ɪmˈpaʊə.mənt/

empowerment

赋权
Meaning
Authority or power given to someone to do something.
Example
Empowerment initiatives enhance confidence.
赋权举措提升信心。
B2 verb /kənˈstreɪn/

constrain

限制
Meaning
to limit or restrict someone or something; to force or compel
Example
The new regulations constrain businesses from polluting the environment.
新规定限制企业不允许污染环境。
C2 verb /ˈsɪmpər/

simper

傻笑或做作的笑
Meaning
to smile in a silly, self-conscious, or affected way
Example
She simpered at his compliment, clearly embarrassed.
她在他的夸奖下傻笑，显然感到尴尬。
C1 verb /klɪntʃ/

clinch

Meaning
To secure or settle something decisively; to grasp tightly.
Example
The team clinched the championship with a last-minute goal.
C2 adjective /əbˈsiːkwɪəs/

obsequious

奉承
Meaning
Excessively obedient or attentive in a servile way.
Example
The waiter gave an obsequious bow to every customer.
服务员对每个顾客鞠了一躬。
C2 noun /ˈɡɑːrɡɔɪl/

gargoyle

石雕像（怪异的形状）
Meaning
A carved stone figure, often of a grotesque creature, on a building, typically used as a spout to carry water away.
Example
The ancient cathedral had gargoyles on every corner.
古老的大教堂的每个角落都有石像。
B2 noun /ˈhʌrɪkən/

hurricane

飓风
Meaning
A violent tropical storm with very strong winds and heavy rain.
Example
The hurricane destroyed hundreds of homes along the coast.
飓风摧毁了沿海的数百座房屋。
A2 noun /ˈɪnfoʊ/

info

信息
Meaning
information; knowledge or facts about something or someone
Example
She gave me all the info I needed for the meeting.
她给了我所有会议所需的信息。
B1 noun /əˈfek.ʃən/

Affection

喜爱; 爱情
Meaning
a feeling of liking or caring for someone or something
Example
She has deep affection for her grandmother.
她对她的祖母有着深深的喜爱。
B1 noun ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ æps

language apps

语言学习应用
Meaning
Mobile or computer applications designed to help users learn new languages through interactive lessons and exercises.
Example
Language apps make learning easier.
语言应用程序使学习变得更加容易。
C2 noun /laɪər/

lyre

竖琴
Meaning
a stringed musical instrument of ancient Greece
Example
The musician played a melody on the lyre.
音乐家在竖琴上演奏了一首旋律。
C1 noun /ɛnˈdɔːr.fɪnz/

endorphins

内啡肽
Meaning
Chemical compounds produced by the brain that reduce pain and create feelings of happiness.
Example
Exercise releases endorphins, reducing stress and pain.
锻炼释放内啡肽，减轻压力和疼痛。
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 noun /fɔːn/

Fawn

小鹿
Meaning
a young deer; a light yellowish-brown color
Example
The mother deer protects her fawn from predators.
母鹿保护她的小鹿免受掠食者的伤害。
C2 verb /ɪsˈtʃuː/

eschew

避开
Meaning
to deliberately avoid or abstain from something
Example
She chose to eschew junk food for a healthier diet.
她选择避开垃圾食品，选择更健康的饮食。
C2 adjective /prɪˈhɛnsɪbəl/

prehensible

可抓取的
Meaning
capable of being grasped or seized
Example
The tool has a prehensible handle that improves safety.
这个工具有一个可抓取的把手，能提高安全性。
C2 adjective /sɪˈkweɪʃəs/

sequacious

盲目追随
Meaning
Lacking independence of thought; blindly following.
Example
The sequacious students never questioned their teacher's opinions.
盲目追随的学生从未质疑过他们老师的意见。
A1 noun /bɒks/

Box

盒子
Meaning
a container with flat sides and a lid, used for storing or carrying things
Example
She put her toys in the wooden box.
她把玩具放进木盒里。
C2 noun /ˈvoʊtəri/

votary

信徒
Meaning
A devoted follower or admirer of someone or something.
Example
He is a votary of classical music and attends every concert.
他是古典音乐的信徒，每场音乐会都会参加。
C1 noun /dɪˈvaɪzər/

divisor

除数
Meaning
A number by which another number is divided.
Example
In the equation 12 ÷ 3, the number 3 is the divisor.
在方程式12 ÷ 3中，数字3是除数。
C1 noun /kəˈlaɪdəˌskoʊp/

kaleidoscope

万花筒
Meaning
A toy or instrument with mirrors and colored pieces that create changing patterns when rotated; also used metaphorically for a constantly changing sequence of patterns or elements.
Example
The city lights turned into a kaleidoscope of colors as the festival began.
当节日开始时，城市的灯光变成了色彩斑斓的万花筒。
B2 noun /ˈtʌndrə/

tundra

冻原
Meaning
A vast, flat, treeless Arctic region where the subsoil is permanently frozen.
Example
Polar bears roam across the icy tundra.
北极熊在冰冷的冻原上徘徊。
A1 adjective /ɪmˈpɔː.tənt/

important

重要
Meaning
Of great significance or value; likely to have a profound effect on success, survival, or well-being.
Example
Important steps must be taken to address pollution.
必须采取重要步骤来解决污染问题。
C1 noun /ˌluː.mɪˈnɒs.ɪ.ti/

luminosity

光度
Meaning
The intrinsic brightness of a celestial object; the quality of emitting light.
Example
The luminosity of the star was measured with advanced instruments.
星星的光度通过先进的仪器进行了测量。
C1 adjective /ˌbaɪˈlæt.ər.əl/

bilateral

双边
Meaning
An agreement or relationship between two parties that is mutual, two-sided, or reciprocal.
Example
The two countries signed a bilateral trade agreement.
这两个国家签署了一项双边贸易协议。
A1 verb/noun /dæns/

dance

幸福
Meaning
to move rhythmically to music, typically following a set sequence of steps
Example
They danced all night at the wedding.
她收到奖项时无法隐藏自己的幸福。
C1 noun /ˈkɒz.moʊs/

Cosmos

宇宙花
Meaning
a colorful annual flower with daisy-like blooms and feathery foliage
Example
The cosmos flowers swayed gently in the summer breeze across the meadow.
宇宙花在夏季的微风中轻轻摇摆，穿过草地。
C1 noun /ˈklɛmənsi/

clemency

宽恕
Meaning
mercy, leniency, or forgiveness shown towards someone
Example
The judge showed clemency and reduced his sentence.
法官表现出宽恕，减少了他的判决。
B2 noun /treɪt/

Trait

特质
Meaning
a distinguishing quality or characteristic of a person; an inherited feature
Example
Patience is an important trait for anyone working with children.
耐心是与儿童一起工作的重要特质。
C1 adjective, noun /ˈkɔːrpərəl/

corporal

军士
Meaning
relating to the body; a low-ranking officer in the military
Example
He suffered a corporal punishment for his mistake.
他因为犯错误而遭受了体罚。
B2 noun /ˈdɛməˌkræt/

democrat

民主党人
Meaning
a supporter of democracy or a member of the Democratic Party in the US
Example
He is a strong democrat who believes in equal rights.
他是一个坚强的民主党人，相信平等的权利。
A1 noun /ˈwɪntər/

winter

冬天
Meaning
the coldest season of the year, typically from December to February in the Northern Hemisphere
Example
Winter in the north can be very harsh with heavy snowfall.
北方的冬天可能非常严酷，伴随着大量降雪。
B1 noun, verb /ˈbʊli/

bully

欺凌者 / 霸凌者
Meaning
A person who habitually seeks to harm or intimidate those weaker; to intimidate or mistreat someone weaker.
Example
The teacher stopped the older boy from trying to bully his classmates.
老师阻止了那个年纪较大的男孩，避免他试图欺负他的同学。
C2 noun /ˌɪnsəˈrɛkʃən/

insurrection

起义
Meaning
A violent uprising against an authority or government.
Example
The army was called in to suppress the insurrection.
军队被召来镇压起义。
A2 noun /sɒks/

Socks

袜子
Meaning
soft coverings for the feet, typically worn inside shoes
Example
I need to buy new socks for winter.
我需要为冬天买新袜子。
B1 noun /ˈtreɪ.dər/

Trader

交易员
Meaning
a person who buys and sells goods or financial securities for profit
Example
The trader made a good profit from selling imported goods.
交易员通过销售进口商品获得了不错的利润。
B2 adjective /ˌpɑːrləˈmɛntri/

parliamentary

议会的
Meaning
relating to a parliament or its members; relating to a system of government with parliamentary authority
Example
The country follows a parliamentary form of government.
这个国家实行议会制政府。
B2 noun noʊˈbel praɪz

Nobel Prize

诺贝尔奖
Meaning
Any of six international prizes awarded annually for outstanding work in physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, literature, economics, and the promotion of peace.
Example
Nobel Prize recognition evaded Bose's contributions.
诺贝尔奖的认可未能体现博斯的贡献。
C1 noun /ˈtʃæs.tɪ.ti/

Chastity

贞洁; 处女; 节制;
Meaning
the practice of refraining from extramarital or premarital sexual relations; sexual purity
Example
Many religious traditions value chastity as a virtue of moral purity.
许多宗教传统把贞洁看作是一种道德纯洁的美德。
C1 noun /kəʊˈhiːʒən/

cohesion

凝聚力
Meaning
The action or fact of forming a united whole.
Example
The team showed excellent cohesion throughout the project.
团队在整个项目中展现出了卓越的凝聚力。
C1 noun /dɪˈfɔː.mə.ti/

Deformity

畸形; 身体畸形
Meaning
a distorted or unnatural shape or form; physical malformation
Example
The accident caused a permanent deformity in his left hand.
事故导致他左手出现了永久性畸形。
C1 noun /səˈbraɪəti/

sobriety

清醒
Meaning
the state of being sober; self-restraint and seriousness
Example
He has maintained his sobriety for five years.
他已经保持清醒五年了。
C1 verb /ɪnˈhɪbɪt/

inhibit

抑制
Meaning
to prevent or restrain someone or something from acting freely; to hinder
Example
Fear can inhibit personal growth.
恐惧可能会抑制个人成长。
B2 noun ˈkrɪt.ɪ.kəl ˈθɪŋ.kɪŋ

critical thinking

批判性思维
Meaning
The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment.
Example
Critical thinking helps in making informed decisions.
批判性思维有助于做出明智的决定。
C1 adjective /ˈten.tə.tɪv/

Tentative

初步的; 不确定的
Meaning
not certain or fixed; provisional; hesitant or unsure
Example
We made tentative plans to meet next week.
我们做了初步的计划，下周见面。
C1 noun /ˈlaɪtʃi/

Litchi

荔枝
Meaning
a small oval pink-red tropical fruit with white translucent flesh and sweet taste
Example
The litchi has a rough pink shell that you peel to eat the sweet white fruit inside.
荔枝有一层粗糙的粉红色外皮，你剥开它就可以吃到里面甜美的白色果实。
B2 noun ɪˈmɪʃ.ənz

emissions

排放
Meaning
The production and discharge of something, especially gas, heat, light, or radiation.
Example
Carbon emissions are rising globally.
碳排放在全球范围内上升。
B2 verb /nɪt/

knit

编织
Meaning
To make clothes or fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with needles.
Example
She loves to knit scarves for her friends during the winter.
她喜欢在冬天为她的朋友编织围巾。
A2 verb /sɜːrv/

serve

服务
Meaning
to provide service; to work for; to offer food or drink
Example
She serves breakfast at 8 AM every morning.
她每天早上8点提供早餐。
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。
A2 preposition /əˈpɒn/

upon

之后
Meaning
on or immediately after
Example
Upon hearing the news, he rushed to the hospital.
听到消息后，他赶到医院。
C1 noun kəˈmjuːnɪti ˈsɜːrvɪs aɪˈdiːəlz

community service ideals

社区服务理念
Meaning
Principles and standards of serving the community for social good.
Example
Community service ideals must be taught in schools.
社区服务理念必须在学校教授。
B1 adjective ˈsʌb.mə.riːn

submarine

潜水艇
Meaning
Existing, occurring, or used underwater, especially in relation to vessels or cables.
Example
Submarine cables facilitate international communication.
海底电缆促进了国际通信。
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。
A2 noun /ˈɔːtəm/

autumn

秋天
Meaning
the season between summer and winter, when leaves fall from trees
Example
The trees look beautiful in autumn, with colorful leaves falling.
秋天的树木看起来很美，五彩斑斓的树叶正在掉落。
A1 pronoun /ˈɛvrɪθɪŋ/

everything

一切
Meaning
all things; the whole lot
Example
He packed everything in his suitcase.
他把所有东西都装进了他的行李箱。
C2 adjective /dɪˈtɜːrmɪnət/

determinate

确定的
Meaning
having exact and definite limits or form
Example
The contract is for a determinate period of two years.
合同是为期两年的确定期限。
C2 noun /ˈɡɔːntlɪt/

gauntlet

护手 / 挑战
Meaning
a protective glove; a challenge or trial; to 'throw down the gauntlet' means to issue a challenge
Example
The knight threw down his gauntlet as a sign of challenge.
骑士把他的护手扔下，作为挑战的标志。
C2 verb /ˈdæli/

dally

浪费时间
Meaning
To act or move slowly; to waste time; also to engage in a casual romantic relationship.
Example
He dallied in the garden instead of starting his work.
他在花园里浪费时间，而不是开始工作。
C1 adjective /ˌɒstɛnˈteɪʃəs/

ostentatious

炫耀的
Meaning
Characterized by a showy or pretentious display intended to impress others.
Example
He wore an ostentatious gold chain to the party.
他在派对上戴着一条炫耀的金链子。
C1 noun ˈprəʊses stəˈbɪlɪti

process stability

过程稳定性
Meaning
The consistency and steadiness of biological or functional processes
Example
Cold air ensures process stability in plants.
冷空气确保植物的过程稳定性。
C1 noun /ɔːˈtɒkrəsi/

autocracy

独裁
Meaning
A system of government in which one person has absolute power.
Example
The country suffered under decades of autocracy.
该国在几十年的专制下受苦。
B2 verb /kənˈvɜːs/

converse

交谈
Meaning
to have a conversation; to talk together
Example
They conversed about literature for hours.
他们谈了几个小时关于文学。
C1 adjective /ˈhɑːrtˌrɛndɪŋ/

heartrending

令人心碎
Meaning
Causing great sadness or distress; very moving emotionally.
Example
The documentary showed heartrending scenes of war victims.
纪录片展示了战争受害者令人心碎的场景。
A2 adjective /fɔːls/

False

虚假; 错误; 欺骗性; 人造
Meaning
not true; incorrect; deceptive; artificial
Example
The witness gave false testimony in court.
证人给出了虚假的证词。
B1 noun /ʃɑːrk/

Shark

鲨鱼
Meaning
a large marine fish with sharp teeth and a cartilaginous skeleton
Example
The shark is a powerful predator of the ocean.
鲨鱼是海洋中的强大掠食者。
B2 adjective /ˈrʌs.ti/

Rusty

生锈的; 不熟练的; 由于缺乏近期练习而受损
Meaning
affected by rust; out of practice; impaired by lack of recent practice
Example
My piano skills are rusty after not playing for years.
我的钢琴技巧生锈了，因为多年没有练习。
B2 noun /kriːk/

creek

小溪
Meaning
a small stream or narrow river
Example
We went fishing by the creek near our house.
我们在离家很近的小溪旁钓鱼。
B1 noun /treɪd/

trade

贸易
Meaning
The action of buying and selling goods and services.
Example
Trade agreements foster economic development.
贸易协议促进经济发展。
C2 adjective /kənˈsʌmptɪv/

consumptive

消费性的
Meaning
Relating to or characterized by consumption; historically used to describe someone suffering from tuberculosis.
Example
The doctor advised against consumptive habits.
医生建议避免消费性习惯。
B2 verb dɪsˈrʌpt

disrupt

破坏
Meaning
To interrupt or disturb the normal progress or activity of something.
Example
Individual pursuits disrupt social harmony.
个人追求破坏了社会和谐。
C1 noun rɪˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃən

regeneration

再生
Meaning
Renewal, growth and development of cells, tissues or energy
Example
Proper rest allows muscle regeneration after exercise.
适当的休息有助于运动后的肌肉再生。
C1 noun /ɪkˈskriːʃən/

excretion

排泄
Meaning
the process of eliminating waste matter from the body
Example
Excretion is vital for maintaining a healthy body.
排泄对保持健康的身体至关重要。
B2 preposition /əˈmɪd/

amid

在...中
Meaning
in the middle of or surrounded by something
Example
The team stayed calm amid the chaos.
团队在混乱中保持冷静。
C2 adjective /kəˈnaɪ.vɪŋ/

conniving

阴险的
Meaning
secretly scheming or plotting to help in wrongdoing
Example
He is a conniving politician who manipulates people for power.
他是一个阴险的政治家，利用权力操纵人民。
C1 adjective /ˈljʊərɪd/

lurid

令人震惊且生动的轰动性
Meaning
shocking or sensational in a vivid way, often involving crime or violence
Example
The newspaper published a lurid account of the crime.
报纸发布了一篇令人震惊的犯罪报道。