B1 verb /pəʊs(t)ˈpəʊn/

postpone

推迟

Meaning

to delay something to a later time

Example

The meeting was postponed until next week.

会议被推迟到下周。

C1 adjective /ˈpɔːrəs/

porous

多孔的

Meaning

Having tiny holes that allow liquid or air to pass through.

Example

The soil is very porous and drains quickly.

土壤非常多孔，排水很快。

A2 noun /ˈpɑːtnər/

partner

合作伙伴

Meaning

a person who shares or is associated with another in some action or endeavor

Example

She is my business partner in the new venture.

她是我在这个新项目中的商业合作伙伴。

C2 noun /prəˈpɪŋkwɪti/

propinquity

亲近

Meaning

the state of being close to someone or something; proximity

Example

The propinquity of their houses made them close friends.

他们房屋的亲近使他们成为了亲密的朋友。

C2 noun /ˌpɛrəɡrɪˈneɪʃən/

peregrination

朝圣之旅

Meaning

A long journey or wandering, especially on foot.

Example

Their peregrination across Asia lasted two years.

他们横跨亚洲的朝圣之旅持续了两年。

C2 noun /ˌsuːdəˈnɪmɪti/

pseudonymity

使用笔名

Meaning

the practice or state of using a pseudonym

Example

The author maintained pseudonymity throughout her career.

这位作者在整个职业生涯中一直使用笔名。

C1 adjective /ˌpærəˈdɒksɪkəl/

paradoxical

矛盾的

Meaning

Seemingly contradictory or opposed to common sense, yet possibly true.

Example

It is paradoxical that standing is often more tiring than walking.

站立常常比走路更累，这很矛盾。

C1 noun /ˌpɜːrsɪˈkjuːʃn/

persecution

迫害

Meaning

the act of treating someone cruelly or unfairly because of their religion, race, or beliefs

Example

The persecution of minorities has been condemned worldwide.

对少数民族的迫害在全球范围内遭到谴责。

C2 adjective /ˌprɒvɪˈdɛnʃəl/

providential

天意的

Meaning

occurring at a favorable or opportune time, as if guided by divine intervention

Example

Their timely rescue was considered providential.

他们及时的救援被认为是天意的。

C1 adjective /præɡˈmæt.ɪk/

pragmatic

务实

Meaning

Dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than idealistic considerations.

Example

He took a pragmatic approach to solving the financial crisis.

他采取了实用主义的方法来解决金融危机。

C1 noun, adjective /ˌpəʊstˈmɔːtəm/

postmortem

尸体解剖

Meaning

An examination of a dead body to determine the cause of death.

Example

The doctor carried out a postmortem on the body.

医生对尸体进行了尸体解剖。

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。

C1 noun /ˈpærəbl/

parable

寓言

Meaning

A simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson.

Example

Jesus often taught using a parable to convey deeper truths.

耶稣常常用寓言教导深刻的真理。

C1 adjective /ˈpeɪnzˌteɪkɪŋ/

painstaking

非常小心

Meaning

Done with great care and thoroughness.

Example

The artist completed the project with painstaking detail.

艺术家以极其细致的方式完成了这个项目。

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 /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。

B1 noun /ˈplæt.fɔːm/

platform

平台

Meaning

A raised level surface on which people or things can stand.

Example

The platform was used to discuss collaboration.

该平台用于讨论合作。

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。

C2 verb /prəˈroʊɡ/

prorogue

暂停会议

Meaning

to discontinue a session of a parliament or assembly without dissolving it

Example

The president decided to prorogue parliament until the crisis was resolved.

总统决定暂停议会，直到危机得到解决。

A2 verb /prəˈvaɪd/

provide

提供

Meaning

to give or supply something that is needed or wanted

Example

The teacher will provide extra materials for the students.

老师将为学生提供额外的材料。

C1 adjective /ˈpruː.dənt/

Prudent

谨慎的; 小心的; 明智的;

Meaning

wise; careful; cautious;

Example

It's prudent to save money for the future.

为未来存钱是明智的做法。

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 adjective /prɪˈventɪv/

Preventive

预防的；设计用来防止某事发生

Meaning

designed to prevent something from happening; protective against disease

Example

Regular exercise is a preventive measure against heart disease.

定期锻炼是预防心脏病的措施。

C2 noun /ˌpæl.ənˈkiːn/

Palanquin

花轿

Meaning

a covered chair or bed carried on poles by bearers

Example

The bride was carried to the wedding ceremony in an ornate palanquin.

新娘在装饰华丽的轿子中被抬到婚礼现场。

B1 noun, verb /praɪz/

prize

奖品

Meaning

something given as a reward for achievement; to value highly

Example

He won the first prize in the competition.

他在比赛中获得了第一名奖。

C1 noun prɪˌsɪp.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən

precipitation

降水

Meaning

Rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to or condenses on the ground.

Example

Annual precipitation levels are decreasing.

年度降水量正在减少。

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。

A1 noun /ˈpɜːrsən/

person

人

Meaning

an individual human being

Example

She is a kind person who always helps others.

她是一个善良的人，总是帮助别人。

C2 adjective /pruːˈdɛnʃəl/

prudential

审慎的

Meaning

involving or showing prudence, especially in financial or business matters

Example

The bank has set prudential rules to protect depositors.

银行制定了审慎的规则以保护存款人。

C1 adjective /ˈpɛnsɪv/

pensive

沉思

Meaning

Engaged in deep or serious thought.

Example

She looked pensive as she stared out of the window.

她看起来若有所思地凝视着窗外。

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.

C1 noun /ˈpɛsəl/

pestle

杵

Meaning

A heavy tool with a rounded end used for crushing or grinding substances in a mortar.

Example

She used a pestle to grind the spices.

她使用杵来研磨香料。

A2 adjective /ˈplɛzənt/

pleasant

愉快的，令人愉悦的

Meaning

giving a sense of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction

Example

We had a pleasant evening at the park.

我们在公园度过了一个愉快的晚上。

C2 noun /ˈper.ɪ.dʒiː/

perigee

月亮或卫星在轨道上离地球最近的点

Meaning

the point in the orbit of the moon or a satellite at which it is nearest to the Earth

Example

The moon appeared much larger during its perigee.

月亮在其近地点时显得更大。

B2 adjective /pəˈluː.tɪd/

polluted

污染的

Meaning

Contaminated with harmful or poisonous substances.

Example

Polluted air causes severe health problems.

污染的空气导致严重的健康问题。

C2 noun /pɪˈlɑːf/

Pillaw

皮拉夫

Meaning

a dish of rice cooked in seasoned broth, often with meat and vegetables

Example

We enjoyed a delicious chicken pillaw for dinner.

我们享用了美味的鸡肉皮拉夫作为晚餐。

C2 noun /prəˈtuːbərəns/

protuberance

肿块

Meaning

A rounded swelling or lump on a surface.

Example

The doctor examined the small protuberance on his arm.

医生检查了他手臂上的小肿块。

C2 adjective /pərˈsuːənt/

pursuant

根据

Meaning

in accordance with or following something, especially a law or rule

Example

The decision was made pursuant to the regulations.

决定是根据规定做出的。

C1 adjective /ˈpɜːrtɪnənt/

pertinent

program

程序

Meaning

a planned series of events or activities

Example

The program starts at 9 AM sharp.

程序在上午9点准时开始。

C2 adjective /pəˈrɛmptəri/

peremptory

专横

Meaning

Insisting on immediate attention or obedience, especially in a commanding way.

Example

The officer gave a peremptory order to evacuate the building.

官员下达了一个专横的命令，要求撤离大楼。

B2 noun, adjective /prɪˈmɪər/ or /ˈpriːmiər/

premier

总理 / 主要

Meaning

the head of government in some countries; first in importance or rank

Example

The French premier addressed the nation.

法国总理向全国发表了讲话。

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。

B1 noun /prəˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃən/

pronunciation

发音

Meaning

the way a word or language is spoken; the act or result of pronouncing words

Example

Her pronunciation of French words has improved significantly.

她的法语单词发音有了很大提高。

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。

B2 noun /prəˈseʃ.ən/

Procession

游行; 队列;

Meaning

a group of people or vehicles moving forward in an organized way, especially as part of a ceremony

Example

The wedding procession walked slowly to the church.

婚礼游行缓慢地走向教堂。

B2 verb /plaʊ/

plough

犁地

Meaning

to break up and turn over soil using a plough; to move through something with difficulty

Example

The farmer ploughs the field every spring.

农民每年春天都耕地。

B1 noun /ˈpʌn.ɪʃ.mənt/

Punishment

惩罚

Meaning

penalty given for doing something wrong or breaking a rule

Example

The student received punishment for cheating on the exam.

学生因作弊而受到了惩罚。

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 /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。

C1 noun /ˌpærəˈnɔɪə/

paranoia

一种不合理且持续的感觉，认为别人想要伤害你或一直在监视你

Meaning

an irrational and persistent feeling that people are 'out to get you' or are constantly watching you

Example

His constant paranoia made it hard for him to trust anyone.

他不断的偏执让他很难信任任何人。

C1 noun /ˈfiː.nɪks/

phoenix

凤凰鸟

Meaning

a mythical bird that is reborn from its ashes; symbol of immortality or renewal

Example

The legend says the phoenix rises from its ashes every 500 years.

传说凤凰每500年从自己的灰烬中复生。

C2 verb /pɜːrl/

purl

发出低语声地流动

Meaning

To knit with a purl stitch; to flow with a murmuring sound (as a stream).

Example

The brook purled softly through the meadow.

小溪轻轻地流过草地。

C1 verb /ˈpɑːzɪt/

posit

Meaning

To assume or suggest something as a fact or basis for reasoning.

Example

The scientist posited a new theory to explain the phenomenon.

C1 adjective /ˈpɒlɪtɪk/

politic

精明, 审慎

Meaning

shrewd, prudent, or tactful in practical matters

Example

It was politic of him to remain silent during the argument.

在争论中保持沉默是他明智的选择。

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。

C2 adjective /ˌpɛrɪpəˈtɛtɪk/

peripatetic

流浪者

Meaning

Traveling from place to place, especially for work or based on lifestyle.

Example

He led a peripatetic life as a traveling teacher.

他作为一名旅行教师过着流动的生活。

C1 adjective /prɪˈpɒstərəs/

preposterous

荒谬的, 可笑的

Meaning

completely ridiculous or absurd; contrary to reason or common sense

Example

The idea that pigs could fly is preposterous.

认为猪能飞的想法是荒谬的。

C1 noun /ˈper.ɪ.wɪŋ.kəl/

Periwinkle

长春花

Meaning

a small trailing plant with violet-blue or white flowers

Example

Purple periwinkles covered the garden ground beautifully.

紫色的长春花美丽地覆盖了花园的土地。

C1 noun /ˈpɛdlər/

peddler

小贩

Meaning

a person who sells goods, often traveling from place to place

Example

The peddler walked through the village selling fresh fruits.

小贩走过村庄，卖着新鲜的水果。

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。

C1 adjective /pərˈveɪsɪv/

pervasive

普遍的

Meaning

Existing in or spreading through every part of something

Example

Pervasive technology has become a fundamental part of daily life.

普遍的技术已成为日常生活的重要组成部分。

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.

B1 noun /paɪp/

pipe

管道

Meaning

a tube used for conveying liquids or gases

Example

The plumber fixed the broken pipe.

水管工修理了坏掉的管道。

C1 noun /ˈpetɪkoʊt/

Petti-coat

裙子内衬

Meaning

an undergarment worn by women under a dress or skirt

Example

She wore a white petticoat under her dress.

她穿着一条白色的衬裙在她的裙子下面。

C2 noun /prɪˈpɒndərəns/

preponderance

优势

Meaning

The quality or fact of being greater in number, quantity, or importance.

Example

There was a preponderance of evidence against the defendant.

对被告有明显的证据优势。

C1 noun /pəˈrɪm.ɪ.tər/

perimeter

周长

Meaning

the continuous line forming the boundary of a closed geometric figure or area

Example

The soldiers guarded the perimeter of the camp.

士兵守卫着营地的周长。

C2 noun /ˌpliːnɪpəˈtɛnʃəri/

plenipotentiary

全权代表

Meaning

a person invested with full power to act on behalf of another, especially in diplomacy

Example

The ambassador was a plenipotentiary sent to negotiate the treaty.

大使是被派往谈判条约的全权代表。

A2 adjective, noun /ˈplæstɪk/

plastic

塑料

Meaning

a synthetic material that can be molded; flexible or easily shaped

Example

These containers are made of durable plastic.

这些容器由耐用的塑料制成。

B2 noun

Patriot

爱国者

C1 noun /ˈpæs.ɪ.fɪst/

pacifist

和平主义者

Meaning

a person who believes in peace and opposes war or violence

Example

She is a committed pacifist who campaigns against armed conflict.

她是一个坚定的和平主义者，致力于反对武装冲突。

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。

B1 adverb /ˈpriːviəsli/

previously

以前

Meaning

at an earlier time or before now

Example

She had previously worked at a bank before starting her own business.

她曾在银行工作过，之后才开始了自己的生意。

B2 noun /ˈprɒbləm ˈsɒlvɪŋ/

problem-solving

问题解决

Meaning

The process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues.

Example

Problem-solving skills are key to leadership.

解决问题的技能是领导力的关键。

C1 adjective /ˈpriːmə/

prima

主要的, 卓越的

Meaning

first or most important; excellent

Example

She was treated as the prima ballerina of the troupe.

她被视为舞蹈团的首席舞者。

B2 verb /poʊk/

poke

戳

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。

C1 adjective /prəˈlɪf.ɪk/

prolific

多产的

Meaning

Present in large numbers or quantities; plentiful; producing many works, results, or offspring.

Example

The author is prolific, having written over 30 books.

作者是多产的，写了超过30本书。

C2 noun /ˈpruːdəri/

prudery

Meaning

the behavior or attitude of people who are too easily shocked or offended by sexual matters

Example

His prudery often made others uncomfortable during open discussions.

C1 noun /ˌprɒk.ləˈmeɪ.ʃən/

Proclamation

公告

Meaning

an official public announcement, especially one made by someone in authority

Example

The king issued a proclamation declaring peace.

国王发布了一项公告，宣布和平。

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。

B1 verb /pɑːrtɪsɪˈpeɪtɪŋ/

participating

参加

Meaning

Taking part in an activity or event.

Example

He is participating in the Antarctic expedition.

他正在参加南极探险。

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。

C1 verb/noun /pərˈvɜːrt/

pervert

Meaning

As a verb: to distort the meaning or purpose of something; as a noun: a person with abnormal or immoral sexual behavior.

Example

He tried to pervert the truth to escape punishment.

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。

A2 noun /ˈpeɪmənt/

payment

支付

Meaning

the action or process of paying money for something

Example

The payment for the order was received yesterday.

订单的支付已于昨天收到。

C2 noun /ˌfɪzɪˈɑːkrəsi/

physiocracy

地权主义

Meaning

an economic theory that land and its natural products are the source of wealth

Example

Physiocracy emphasized the importance of agriculture in national wealth.

地权主义强调农业在国家财富中的重要性。

A2 noun /ˈpɜːr.pəl/

Purple

紫色

Meaning

a color intermediate between red and blue; violet color

Example

The purple flowers bloomed beautifully in the garden.

紫色的花朵在花园中美丽地盛开。

C2 noun /priːˈɛmɪnəns/

preeminence

卓越

Meaning

The fact of surpassing all others; superiority.

Example

The university has gained preeminence in medical research.

该大学在医学研究中已获得卓越地位。

A1 noun /ˈpɑːti/

party

聚会

Meaning

a social gathering of people, typically for entertainment

Example

We had a great time at the birthday party.

我们在生日聚会上度过了美好的时光。

C1 noun /ˌpɪɡ.menˈteɪ.ʃən/

pigmentation

色素沉着

Meaning

The natural coloring of animal or plant tissue.

Example

Excessive rubbing can cause pigmentation issues.

过度摩擦可能会导致色素沉着问题。

B1 noun /ˈpiː.nʌt/

Peanut

花生

Meaning

an edible seed that grows underground and is commonly eaten as a snack or used in cooking

Example

Roasted peanuts are a popular snack in many countries.

烤花生在许多国家都是受欢迎的小吃。

A2 noun /prəˈfɛsər/

professor

教授

Meaning

a senior teacher or academic at a college or university

Example

The professor explained the theory clearly.

教授清楚地解释了理论。

C2 noun /ˌprɪnsɪˈpæləti/

principality

公国

Meaning

a state ruled by a prince

Example

Monaco is a famous principality in Europe.

摩纳哥是欧洲著名的公国。

C2 noun /ˌfaɪ.təʊˈkem.ɪ.kəlz/

phytochemicals

植物化学物质

Meaning

Natural chemical compounds produced by plants that provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition, often having antioxidant properties.

Example

Phytochemicals in green tea help reduce inflammation.

绿茶中的植物化学物质有助于减少炎症。

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。

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。

C2 noun /ˈpæn.θi.ɪ.zəm/

pantheism

泛神论

Meaning

The belief that God and the universe are identical, or that everything is a manifestation of God.

Example

Spinoza’s philosophy is often associated with pantheism.

斯宾诺莎的哲学常与泛神论相关联。

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。

C1 noun /ˈpær.ə.saɪt/

Parasite

寄生虫

Meaning

an organism that lives on or in another organism and benefits at its expense; a person who depends on others

Example

The dog was treated for intestinal parasites.

狗已经接受了肠道寄生虫的治疗。

B1 verb pres

press

按压. 按。

Meaning

Exert force on (someone or something), typically with one's finger or hand, in order to move them away from oneself.

Example

Press firmly to operate the machine.

按压以操作机器。

C1 noun /prəˈtruːʒən/

protrusion

突出部分

Meaning

Something that sticks out or projects from a surface.

Example

The protrusion on the wall made it difficult to move the furniture.

墙上的突出部分使得移动家具变得困难。

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。

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。

C2 adjective /pʌŋkˈtɪliəs/

punctilious

一丝不苟

Meaning

Showing great attention to detail or correct behavior.

Example

She was punctilious in her attention to etiquette.

她对礼仪的关注非常一丝不苟。

C1 verb /plʌm/

plumb

测量深度或仔细检查

Meaning

to measure the depth of water or examine closely

Example

They used a line to plumb the depth of the lake.

他们用一条线来测量湖的深度。

C1 noun /ˈpen.əns/

Penance

忏悔; 为做错事所接受的惩罚

Meaning

punishment that you accept for doing something wrong; an act of showing that you are sorry for sin

Example

The monk performed penance for his past mistakes.

和尚因他的过去错误而进行忏悔。

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。

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。

C1 noun /ˈpʌndɪt/

pundit

专家

Meaning

An expert in a particular subject or field who is frequently called upon to give opinions to the public.

Example

Political pundits debated the election results on television.

政治专家在电视上讨论了选举结果。

C1 adjective /pərˈsɛptɪv/

perceptive

幸福

Meaning

Having or showing keen insight, understanding, or awareness.

Example

She is very perceptive and quickly notices when something is wrong.

她在获得奖项时无法隐藏她的快乐。

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。

C1 verb /ˈpʌlseɪt/

pulsate

跳动

Meaning

to expand and contract rhythmically; to throb or beat

Example

The neon lights pulsated with a steady rhythm.

霓虹灯光以稳定的节奏跳动。

C2 adjective /ˈprɛfətɔːri/

prefatory

前言

Meaning

serving as an introduction or preface

Example

He made some prefatory remarks before the lecture began.

他在讲座开始前做了一些前言性的评论。

C1 adjective /ˈpɛtjʊlənt/

petulant

脾气坏

Meaning

Childishly sulky or bad-tempered.

Example

The child became petulant when denied more candy.

孩子因为没得到更多糖果而变得脾气坏。

C1 noun /ˈprɛəri/

prairie

大草原

Meaning

A large open area of grassland, especially in North America.

Example

The bison roamed freely across the prairie.

野牛在大草原上自由地游荡。

C1 adjective, noun /ˈpæstərəl/

pastoral

乡村的，与牧羊人相关

Meaning

relating to the countryside, shepherds, or rural life; also relating to spiritual guidance by a pastor

Example

The painting had a calm pastoral scene with sheep grazing.

这幅画展示了一个安静的田园场景，羊群在吃草。

C2 noun, adjective /pəˈtrɪʃən/

patrician

贵族

Meaning

A person of noble rank or high social standing; relating to aristocracy.

Example

The patrician families of Rome wielded great power in politics.

罗马的贵族家庭在政治上拥有巨大的权力。

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 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。

C1 noun /prɪˈzʌmp.ʃən/

Presumption

假设; 推定;

Meaning

an idea that is taken to be true without proof

Example

There is a presumption of innocence in the legal system.

法律系统中有无罪推定。

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。