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B2 noun /pəˈzeʃ.ən/

Possession

财产; 所有权; 控制
Meaning
something that belongs to someone; the state of having or owning something
Example
The house has been in their family's possession for generations.
这座房子已经成为他们家族的财产好几代人。
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 /ˈpleɪsmənt/

placement

职位安排或分配
Meaning
the act of putting something or someone in a particular position or job
Example
The company arranged job placement for the graduates.
公司为毕业生安排了工作岗位。
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 verb /ˈprɒsɪkjuːt/

prosecute

起诉
Meaning
to institute legal proceedings against someone
Example
The lawyer decided to prosecute the case after gathering sufficient evidence.
律师在收集到足够证据后决定起诉此案。
B2 adjective /ˈpəʊstwɔːr/

postwar

战后
Meaning
occurring or existing after a war
Example
The postwar period saw significant economic growth.
战后时期见证了显著的经济增长。
B2 adjective /ˈpæsɪv/

passive

被动; (语法) 被动语态
Meaning
not actively responding or participating; in grammar, denoting the voice in which the subject undergoes the action
Example
Instead of taking charge, he remained passive during the meeting.
他在会议中没有采取主导，而是保持被动。
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 /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 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 noun prəˈsiːdɪŋz

proceedings

程序
Meaning
An event or a series of activities involving a formal or set procedure.
Example
The proceedings discussed language issues.
程序讨论了语言问题。
B2 noun /ˈpɪm.pəl/

Pimple

痘痘
Meaning
a small, inflamed elevation of the skin; a spot on the skin, especially on the face
Example
She was embarrassed about the pimple on her forehead.
她因额头上的痘痘而感到尴尬。
B2 noun /ˈpɪl.ɡrɪm/

Pilgrim

朝圣者; 旅行者
Meaning
a person who journeys to a sacred place for religious reasons; a traveler
Example
The pilgrim walked for days to reach the holy shrine.
朝圣者走了好几天才到达圣地。
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 /præŋk/

prank

恶作剧
Meaning
A trick that is intended to be funny but not harmful.
Example
They played a harmless prank on their friend during the party.
他们在派对上和朋友玩了一个无害的恶作剧。
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 verb /pəˈtroʊl/

patrol

巡逻
Meaning
to move around an area to watch or guard it
Example
The police patrol the streets at night to ensure safety.
警察晚上巡逻街道以确保安全。
B2 noun /ˈprɒvɪns/

province

省
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 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 /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 /prɔːn/

Prawn

对虾
Meaning
a large marine crustacean similar to shrimp but typically bigger
Example
The chef prepared delicious prawn curry with coconut milk.
厨师用椰奶做了美味的对虾咖喱。
B2 adjective /ˈpreɪz.wɜː.ði/

Praiseworthy

值得赞扬
Meaning
deserving praise; commendable; admirable
Example
Her charitable work is truly praiseworthy.
她的慈善工作确实值得赞扬。
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 /ˈpeɪ.ə.bəl/

Payable

应付的
Meaning
required to be paid; owed as a debt
Example
The amount is payable within thirty days of the invoice date.
该金额应在发票日期后30天内支付。
B2 noun pəˈluː.tənts

pollutants

污染物
Meaning
A substance that pollutes or contaminates the environment.
Example
Pollutants contribute to environmental degradation.
污染物会导致环境退化。
B2 adjective /prəˈpoʊzd/

proposed

提议的
Meaning
suggested or put forward for consideration or discussion
Example
The proposed changes will improve the system.
提议的变更将改善系统。
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 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 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 noun /prəˈvaɪdər/

provider

供应商
Meaning
a person or thing that provides something.
Example
The service provider ensures that all customers receive timely support.
服务供应商确保所有客户及时获得支持。
B2 noun /ˈpɜr.mə.nəns/

Permanence

持久性
Meaning
the state or quality of lasting or remaining unchanged indefinitely; enduring nature
Example
The permanence of the stone monument impressed all visitors.
石雕纪念碑的永久性给所有参观者留下了深刻的印象。
B2 noun /fəˈnɒmɪnən/

phenomenon

现象
Meaning
an observable event, fact, or occurrence, often unusual or remarkable
Example
The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon.
北极光是自然现象。
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 noun /ˈpaɪpˌlaɪn/

pipeline

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

profound

深远
Meaning
Very great or intense; having deep insight or understanding.
Example
The speech had a profound impact on the audience.
演讲对听众产生了深远的影响。
B2 noun, adjective /ˌpəʊstˈɡrædʒuət/

postgraduate

研究生
Meaning
A student who has completed a first degree and is studying for a further degree.
Example
She is doing postgraduate research in physics.
她正在做物理学的研究生研究。
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 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 noun /ˈpɜː.tʃəs.ɪŋ ˈpaʊ.ɚ/

purchasing power

购买力
Meaning
The amount of goods and services that can be purchased with a unit of currency.
Example
Due to inflation, people's purchasing power has decreased.
由于通货膨胀，人们的购买力下降了。
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 /ˈplænər/

planner

计划者
Meaning
a person who makes plans or a book used for organizing schedules and tasks
Example
She uses a daily planner to organize her meetings.
她使用每日计划本来组织她的会议。
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 noun /pliː/

Plea

请求; 呼吁; 辩解
Meaning
an urgent and emotional request; a defendant's formal response to a criminal charge; an excuse or justification
Example
She made a plea for help during the emergency.
在紧急情况下，她请求帮助。
B2 noun /ˌpɜːrsəˈnel/

personnel

人员
Meaning
People employed in an organization or engaged in an organized undertaking such as military service.
Example
The company is hiring more personnel for its new branch.
公司正在为其新分支招聘更多的人员。
B2 noun /ˈprɛsɪdənt/

precedent

先例
Meaning
An earlier event or decision that serves as a guide or example for future similar situations.
Example
The judge’s ruling set a new precedent for similar cases.
法官的裁决为类似案件设立了一个新的先例。
B2 noun, verb, adjective /ˈpeɪtənt/ or /ˈpætənt/

patent

专利
Meaning
a government license granting exclusive rights to an inventor; also to obtain such rights
Example
He patented his new invention to protect it from being copied.
他为保护他的发明不被复制而申请了专利。
B2 noun /ˈpɪt.ʃər/

Pitcher

水壶, 大壶
Meaning
a large container with a handle and spout used for storing and pouring liquids
Example
The water pitcher on the table was filled with ice-cold lemonade.
桌子上的水壶里装满了冰冷的柠檬水。
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。
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 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 noun /ˈprɪv.ə.lɪdʒ/

Privilege

特权
Meaning
a special right or advantage that only one person or group has
Example
It's a privilege to work with such talented people.
与如此有才华的人一起工作是一种特权。
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 adjective /prɪˈpærəˌtɔːri/

Preparatory

预备的; 初步的; 用于准备的
Meaning
preliminary; introductory; intended as preparation
Example
She attended preparatory classes before the final exam.
她参加了考试前的预备课程。
B2 noun /ˌpʌɪ.əˈnɪr/

Pioneer

在新地区探索或定居的第一个人；开发新思想或方法的人
Meaning
a person who is among the first to explore or settle a new area; someone who develops new ideas or methods
Example
She was a pioneer in the field of computer science.
她是计算机科学领域的先驱。
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 adjective /ˌfɪl.əˈsɒf.ɪ.kəl/

philosophical

哲学的
Meaning
relating to the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence
Example
She maintained a calm and philosophical attitude during the crisis.
她在危机期间保持了冷静和哲学的态度。
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 adjective /ˈprɛsɪŋ/

pressing

紧急
Meaning
Requiring immediate attention or urgent action.
Example
The manager had to deal with several pressing issues at once.
经理必须同时处理几个紧急问题。
B2 noun ˈpɛs.tɪ.saɪdz

pesticides

杀虫剂
Meaning
Substances used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals.
Example
Excessive pesticides use can harm the environment.
过度使用农药可能会对环境造成伤害。
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 adjective /ˈplɛʒərəbl/

pleasurable

令人愉快的, 令人高兴的
Meaning
giving pleasure or enjoyment
Example
Reading a good book is a pleasurable activity.
读一本好书是一项令人愉快的活动。
B2 noun prəˈdʒɛk.ʃən

projection

声音投射
Meaning
The strength and range of voice when speaking.
Example
Proper projection ensures that every listener hears clearly.
适当的投射确保每个听众都能清晰地听到。
B2 adjective /fəˈnɒmɪnəl/

phenomenal

非凡
Meaning
extraordinary, remarkable, or exceptional in a way that is very impressive
Example
The team achieved phenomenal success in the tournament.
团队在比赛中取得了非凡的成功。
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 adjective /ˈplen.tɪ.fəl/

Plentiful

丰盛的; 大量的
Meaning
abundant; existing in large quantity
Example
The harvest was plentiful this year due to good weather.
今年由于良好的天气，收成非常丰盛。
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 adjective /ˈpɔɪn.tɪd/

Pointed

尖锐的; 直接且明确
Meaning
having a sharp end; direct and unambiguous
Example
She made a pointed remark about his behavior.
她对他的行为发表了直截了当的评论。
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 /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 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 noun /ˈpleɪˌɔːf/

playoff

决胜赛
Meaning
a series of games played to determine a champion among top teams
Example
The team qualified for the playoffs after a strong season.
该队在强劲的赛季后晋级季后赛。
B2 noun /ˈpɪlər/

pillar

支柱
Meaning
a strong vertical support or mainstay of a structure or system
Example
The ancient temple was supported by massive stone pillars.
古老的庙宇由巨大的石柱支撑。
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 verb /ˈpjʊərɪfaɪ/

purify

净化
Meaning
to make clean or pure; to remove impurities
Example
This filter will purify the water effectively.
这个过滤器将有效地净化水。
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 /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 adjective /prəˈnaʊnst/

pronounced

明显的
Meaning
very noticeable or strongly marked
Example
There is a pronounced difference between the two styles.
这两种风格之间有明显的区别。
B2 noun /ˌpiːdiəˈtrɪʃən/

pediatrician

儿科医生
Meaning
a doctor who specializes in the medical care of children
Example
The pediatrician examined the child carefully.
儿科医生仔细地检查了孩子。
B2 noun /ˈpred.ə.ses.ər/

Predecessor

前任
Meaning
a person who held a job or office before the current holder; something that came before another thing
Example
The new manager learned from his predecessor's mistakes.
新经理从他的前任的错误中学习。
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 adjective /prɪˈdɒmɪnənt/

predominant

占主导地位
Meaning
Having superior strength, influence, or authority; most common or noticeable.
Example
The predominant color in the painting is blue.
这幅画中的主要颜色是蓝色。
B2 adjective /ˈpraɪ.ər/

Prior

先前的
Meaning
existing or coming before in time; previous; earlier
Example
You need prior approval before making any changes to the system.
在对系统进行任何修改之前，你需要事先获得批准。
B2 noun pəˈspek.tɪvz

perspectives

观点
Meaning
A particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view.
Example
New perspectives enhance understanding.
新的观点促进理解。
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 adverb /prɪˈdɒmɪnəntli/

predominantly

主要
Meaning
mainly; for the most part
Example
The population in the city is predominantly young.
这个城市的人口主要是年轻人。
B2 noun /plænˈteɪʃən/

plantation

种植园
Meaning
a large area of land where crops are grown, often for commercial purposes
Example
The sugarcane plantation stretched for miles across the valley.
甘蔗种植园沿着山谷延伸数英里。
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 verb /pʌmp/

pump

抽水
Meaning
to force liquid or gas to move in a particular direction using a device
Example
They pumped water from the well into the tank.
他们把水从井里抽到水箱里。
B2 adjective /ˌpoʊstˈwɔːr/

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。
B2 noun /prəˈsiːdɪŋ/

proceeding

程序
Meaning
a course of action; often used for a legal process or event
Example
The court proceedings lasted for several hours.
法庭程序持续了几个小时。
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 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 /ˈpæʃ.ən/

Passion

热情
Meaning
strong enthusiasm or excitement for something; intense emotion or feeling
Example
Her passion for music led her to become a professional singer.
她对音乐的热情促使她成为一名职业歌手。
B2 verb /ˈpenɪtreɪt/

penetrate

穿透
Meaning
to go into or through something; to understand something deeply
Example
The bullet penetrated the wall.
子弹穿透了墙壁。
B2 noun pərˈsweɪ.ʒən

persuasion

通过理性或情感说服某人
Meaning
The act of convincing someone to change their viewpoint through reasoning or emotion.
Example
Effective persuasion is key to a successful speech.
有效的劝说是成功演讲的关键。
B2 noun ˈprɑː.sest fuːdz

processed foods

加工食品
Meaning
Foods that have been altered from their natural state through various methods such as canning, freezing, refrigeration, dehydration and aseptic processing.
Example
Excessive consumption of processed foods leads to health issues.
过量消费加工食品会导致健康问题。
B2 noun /prɪˈskrɪpʃən/

prescription

处方
Meaning
A written order from a doctor for the preparation and administration of a medicine; also, a recommendation or authoritative rule.
Example
The doctor gave her a prescription for antibiotics.
医生给她开了抗生素的处方。
B2 verb prəˈmoʊtɪŋ

promoting

促进
Meaning
Supporting or actively encouraging; helping to develop or increase.
Example
Promoting practical education ensures skill development.
推广实践教育确保技能发展。
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 adjective /ˈpen.dɪŋ/

Pending

待定; 未决定; 进行中
Meaning
awaiting; not yet decided or settled; in the process of being completed
Example
The application is still pending approval.
申请仍在等待批准。
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 /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 adjective /ˈpæn.ɪ.ki/

Panicky

惊慌的; 焦虑和害怕的
Meaning
feeling or showing panic; anxious and fearful
Example
The crowd became panicky when the fire alarm sounded.
当火警响起时，群众变得惊慌失措。
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 /pɔːrtʃ/

porch

门廊
Meaning
a covered area at the entrance of a building, often with a roof and open sides
Example
We sat on the porch and enjoyed the evening breeze.
我们坐在门廊上，享受晚风。
B2 noun /ˈpaɪ.rə.si/

Piracy

海盗行为；盗版
Meaning
the practice of attacking and robbing ships at sea; the unauthorized use or reproduction of copyrighted material
Example
Software piracy costs companies billions of dollars annually.
软件盗版每年给公司造成数十亿美元的损失。
B2 noun /ˌpɜː.sɪˈvɪə.rəns/

perseverance

毅力
Meaning
Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success
Example
His perseverance helped him achieve his dreams.
他的毅力帮助他实现了梦想。
B2 noun/verb /preɪ/

prey

Meaning
an animal hunted by another for food; to hunt and feed on
Example
Lions prey on zebras in the wild.
B2 noun /ˈpɑː.tər/

Potter

陶艺师
Meaning
a person who makes pottery
Example
The potter shaped clay on the spinning wheel.
陶艺师在旋转的轮子上塑造了泥土。
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 /ˈpæs.taɪm/

Pastime

消遣
Meaning
an activity done regularly for enjoyment; a hobby or recreational activity
Example
Reading books is her favorite pastime during weekends.
阅读书籍是她在周末的最爱消遣。
B2 verb /pəˈreɪd/

parade

阅兵, 展示
Meaning
to march in a procession; to display publicly; to show off
Example
The soldiers paraded through the streets on Independence Day.
士兵们在独立日游行中阅兵。
B2 verb /pəˈluːt/

pollute

污染
Meaning
to make air, water, or land dirty and harmful to people, animals, and plants
Example
Factories pollute the environment with toxic chemicals.
工厂用有毒化学品污染环境。
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 /ˈpen.ʃən/

Pension

养老金
Meaning
a regular payment made to someone who is no longer working because of age or disability
Example
After retirement, he receives a monthly pension from the company.
退休后，他从公司领取每月养老金。
B2 adverb /ˈpraɪ.vət.li/

Privately

私下; 保密地
Meaning
in a private manner; without others present; confidentially
Example
She spoke to him privately about the matter.
她私下里和他谈论了这个问题。
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。
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 /ˈprɒspər/

prosper

繁荣
Meaning
to succeed or flourish, especially in financial or business matters
Example
With hard work and determination, she managed to prosper in her career.
凭借努力工作和决心，她在事业中取得了成功。