C2 adjective /ˌpriːpəˈzɛsɪŋ/

prepossessing

迷人

Meaning

Attractive or appealing in appearance or manner.

Example

She had a prepossessing smile that charmed everyone.

她有一个迷人的微笑，让每个人都着迷。

C1 adjective ˌɜː.ɡəˈnɒm.ɪk

ergonomic

人体工学设计

Meaning

Designed for efficiency and comfort in the working environment; user-friendly and reducing strain.

Example

The chair has an ergonomic design for better posture.

这把椅子有一个人体工学设计，能保持更好的姿势。

B2 noun /ˈleɪbərər/

laborer

工人

Meaning

a person who does physical work, especially work that requires strength rather than skill

Example

The laborer worked long hours at the construction site.

这名工人在建筑工地长时间工作。

C2 noun /ˌdɪvɪˈneɪʃən/

divination

占卜

Meaning

the practice of seeking knowledge of the future or the unknown by supernatural means

Example

Ancient people often relied on divination to guide important decisions.

古人常常依赖占卜来指导重要的决策。

C1 noun kəˈrəʊ.ʒən

corrosion

腐蚀

Meaning

The gradual destruction of materials by chemical or electrochemical reaction, especially of metals by oxidation.

Example

Corrosion in pipes leads to leakage.

管道中的腐蚀导致泄漏。

B2 verb /ɪnˈdʒɛkt/

inject

注射

Meaning

To introduce a substance, especially a drug, into the body using a needle.

Example

The nurse will inject the vaccine into the patient's arm.

护士将疫苗注射到病人的手臂中。

C2 noun /ˈsoʊbrɪˌkeɪ/

sobriquet

绰号

Meaning

a person's nickname or descriptive name

Example

The famous leader was known by the sobriquet 'The Iron Lady'.

这位著名的领导人以‘铁娘子’的绰号为人所知。

C2 adjective /ˈmɒtld/

mottled

斑驳的

Meaning

Marked with spots, streaks, or blotches of different shades or colors.

Example

The snake's mottled skin helped it blend into the forest floor.

蛇的斑驳皮肤帮助它融入森林地面。

B1 verb /dɪˈspleɪ/

display

展示

Meaning

to show or exhibit; to present for others to see

Example

The museum displays ancient artifacts.

博物馆展示古代文物。

C1 noun /pækt/

Pact

协议；契约

Meaning

a formal agreement between individuals or parties; a treaty or contract

Example

The two countries signed a peace pact to end the war.

两国签署了一项和平协议以结束战争。

A2 noun /ɡʌn/

Gun

枪

Meaning

a weapon that fires bullets or other projectiles from a metal tube

Example

The soldier cleaned his gun after the training session.

士兵在训练后清洁了他的枪。

C1 verb /ɔːrˈdeɪn/

ordain

Meaning

To officially make someone a priest or minister; to decree or order something officially.

Example

The bishop will ordain three new priests this Sunday.

B2 noun məˈmɔːriəl

memorial

纪念碑

Meaning

A structure or building made to remind people of a person or event.

Example

Thousands gather at the National Memorial.

成千上万的人聚集在国家纪念碑前。

C1 adjective /ˈnɒnʃələnt/

nonchalant

Meaning

Appearing calm, casual, and unconcerned.

Example

He gave a nonchalant shrug and walked away.

B1 noun /ˈmɛtəl/

metal

金属

Meaning

A solid material that is typically hard, shiny, malleable, fusible, and conductive, such as iron, gold, or aluminum.

Example

The ring was made of precious metal.

这枚戒指是由贵重金属制成的。

C2 noun /dreɪk/

Drake

雄鸭

Meaning

a male duck; a type of waterfowl

Example

The drake led his family of ducks across the pond.

那只雄鸭带领它的鸭家族穿过了池塘。

C1 adjective /ˈeɪmləs/

Aimless

漫无目的; 无目标

Meaning

without purpose or direction; lacking a goal

Example

He wandered around the city in an aimless manner.

他在城市中漫无目的地游荡。

B1 noun /ˈɑp.ʃən/

Option

选项

Meaning

a thing that is or may be chosen; an alternative course of action

Example

You have the option to work from home or office.

你可以选择在家工作或在办公室工作。

A2 verb /bet/

bet

打赌

Meaning

to risk money on the outcome of something; to be confident

Example

I bet it will rain tomorrow.

我打赌明天会下雨。

B2 adjective /hoʊˈlɪs.tɪk/

holistic

整体的

Meaning

Understanding or analyzing something through a comprehensive, integrated whole perspective.

Example

A holistic approach to health considers both body and mind.

整体健康方法考虑身体和心理。

C2 noun /ˌɪmprɪˈkeɪʃən/

imprecation

诅咒

Meaning

A spoken curse or expression of strong condemnation.

Example

The angry crowd hurled imprecations at the corrupt official.

愤怒的人群向腐败的官员投掷了诅咒。

B2 noun /ˈwʊlən dres/

Woolen dress

羊毛裙子

Meaning

a dress made from wool fabric, typically worn in cold weather

Example

She wore a warm woolen dress during the winter months.

她在冬季穿了一件温暖的羊毛裙子。

B2 noun /fʌs/

Fuss

大惊小怪；无谓的烦恼

Meaning

unnecessary worry or bother about something; agitated excitement over a trivial matter

Example

She made such a fuss about the small stain on her dress that everyone noticed.

她因裙子上的小污点而大惊小怪，结果大家都注意到了。

C1 noun /ˈtrɪkstər/

trickster

骗子

Meaning

A person who cheats or deceives people.

Example

The old man turned out to be a clever trickster who fooled everyone.

那位老人竟然是个聪明的骗子，骗了所有人。

C1 noun /ˈzɪn.i.ə/

Zinnia

泽尼亚

Meaning

A colorful garden flower with daisy-like blooms, popular for its vibrant colors and long-lasting nature

Example

The garden was filled with bright zinnias in various colors.

花园里充满了各种色彩鲜艳的泽尼亚花。

C2 noun, verb /ˈtræməl/

trammel

限制

Meaning

A restriction or impediment to freedom of action; to restrict.

Example

The strict rules trammel the creativity of the students.

严格的规则限制了学生的创造力。

C2 adjective /laɪˈsɛnʃəs/

licentious

放荡不羁

Meaning

Lacking moral restraint; disregarding accepted rules of conduct.

Example

The novel was criticized for its licentious themes.

这部小说因其放荡不羁的主题而受到批评。

B2 noun ˈlaɪf ɪkˌspek.tən.si

life expectancy

预期寿命

Meaning

The average period that a person may expect to live; the length of time for which something is expected to last or to continue being effective.

Example

Life expectancy depends on healthcare quality.

预期寿命取决于医疗保健质量。

B2 noun /ˈdʌklɪŋ/

duckling

Meaning

a young duck

Example

The mother duck led her ducklings to the pond.

B2 noun /rɪˈmeɪnz/

remains

残留物

Meaning

the parts, pieces, or substances that are left after the rest has been used or removed

Example

The remains of the meal were left on the table.

餐后剩余的食物被留在桌上。

B2 noun /ɪnˈfɪnɪti/

infinity

无限

Meaning

A concept describing something without any limit or end.

Example

The universe seems to stretch into infinity.

宇宙似乎无限延伸。

B2 noun /ˈfɪlmˌmeɪkər/

filmmaker

电影制作人

Meaning

a person who makes films, typically as a profession

Example

He is a well-known filmmaker in the industry.

他是业内著名的电影制作人。

B1 verb /dɪˈzɜːrv/

deserve

值得

Meaning

To be worthy of something, usually a reward or punishment.

Example

She worked hard and deserves recognition.

她努力工作，值得认可。

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 /slæɡ/

slag

炉渣

Meaning

Stony waste matter separated from metals during the smelting process.

Example

The factory dumped the slag near the river.

工厂把炉渣倾倒在河边。

C1 noun /ˌprəʊ.baɪˈɒt.ɪks/

probiotics

益生菌

Meaning

Live microorganisms that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer health benefits to the host, especially for digestive health.

Example

Probiotics improve digestion and enhance gut health.

益生菌有助于改善消化并增强肠道健康。

C2 adjective, adverb /əˈbʌvˌbɔːrd/

aboveboard

诚实和公开

Meaning

Open and honest; without deception or trickery.

Example

The business deal was completely aboveboard.

商业交易完全诚实和公开。

C2 adjective /ˌmæləˈdrɔɪt/

maladroit

笨拙

Meaning

clumsy or awkward in movement or behavior

Example

His maladroit attempt at fixing the chair made it worse.

他修理椅子的笨拙尝试只让事情变得更糟。

C2 adjective /ˌpɛstɪˈlɛnʃəl/

pestilential

瘟疫的

Meaning

Relating to or causing pestilence; very harmful, troublesome, or dangerous.

Example

The pestilential smell of the garbage filled the street.

垃圾的瘟疫气味充满了街道。

C1 adjective /əˈkɪn/

akin

相似的

Meaning

Of similar character or related by blood.

Example

His reaction was akin to shock.

他的反应与震惊相似。

B1 noun rɪˈsɜː.tʃəz

researchers

研究人员

Meaning

People who study and investigate to discover new information or facts.

Example

Researchers are working on innovative solutions.

研究人员正在研究创新解决方案。

C2 noun /ˈɑːrbɪtər/

arbiter

仲裁者

Meaning

a person who has the authority to settle a dispute or decide an issue

Example

The principal acted as the arbiter in the conflict between the students.

校长在学生之间的冲突中充当了仲裁者。

C1 noun /rɪˈmɛmbrəns/

remembrance

纪念

Meaning

the act of remembering or honoring someone or something

Example

A service was held in remembrance of the fallen soldiers.

为阵亡士兵举行了纪念仪式。

C2 verb /ˈdɪðər/

dither

Meaning

to be indecisive or unable to make a decision

Example

He dithered for hours before choosing a restaurant.

C2 adjective /vəˈreɪʃəs/

veracious

真实的

Meaning

Truthful, honest; habitually speaking the truth.

Example

She gave a veracious account of what happened that day.

她给出了那天发生的事情的真实描述。

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。

A2 noun /ˌʌndərˈstændɪŋ/

understanding

理解

Meaning

the ability to grasp the meaning, significance, or nature of something

Example

Her understanding of the issue was impressive.

她对这个问题的理解令人印象深刻。

A1 verb /ʃoʊ/

show

展示

Meaning

to display or present something to others; to make visible

Example

Can you show me the way to the station?

你能告诉我去车站的路吗？

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。

C2 noun /koʊˈkɛt/

coquette

卖弄风情的女人

Meaning

a woman who flirts lightheartedly

Example

She was a coquette, always charming everyone at the party.

她是个卖弄风情的女人，总是在聚会上迷倒所有人。

B2 noun əˈbʌndəns

abundance

丰富

Meaning

A very large quantity of something; plenty

Example

The abundance of vegetables in winter is remarkable.

冬天蔬菜的丰富程度令人惊讶。

C1 noun /ˈdɒɡmə/

dogma

教条

Meaning

A principle or set of principles laid down by an authority as incontrovertibly true.

Example

The religious leader strictly adhered to traditional dogma.

宗教领袖严格遵守传统的教条。

B1 verb /floʊt/

float

浮动

Meaning

to rest or move on the surface of a liquid or in the air without sinking

Example

The boat began to float gently down the river.

船开始轻轻漂浮在河面上。

C1 noun ˌdɪm.ɪˈnjuː.ʃən

diminution

减少

Meaning

A reduction in the size, extent, or importance of something; decrease.

Example

There has been a diminution in air pollution.

空气污染减少了。

C1 noun /ˈpær.ə.kiːt/

Parakeet

鹦鹉

Meaning

a small colorful parrot with a long tail, often kept as a pet

Example

The green parakeet learned to say hello.

绿色鹦鹉学会了说你好。

C2 noun /ˈlɛtʃ.əri/

lechery

色欲

Meaning

excessive or offensive sexual desire; lustfulness

Example

The novel depicted the lechery of corrupt nobles.

这本小说描述了腐化贵族的色欲。

A1 verb /spik/

speak

说

Meaning

to say words; to communicate verbally

Example

She can speak three languages fluently.

她能流利地说三种语言。

B2 adjective /ˈɛθnɪk/

ethnic

民族的

Meaning

relating to a population subgroup with a common national or cultural tradition

Example

The festival celebrated the city's diverse ethnic communities.

这个节日庆祝了城市中各种民族的社区。

C2 adjective /ˈɡʌstəˌtɔːri/

gustatory

味觉的

Meaning

relating to the sense of taste

Example

The restaurant offered a gustatory experience unlike any other.

餐厅提供了与众不同的味觉体验。

C2 verb /bɪˈmjuːz/

bemuse

使困惑

Meaning

To confuse or puzzle someone.

Example

The complex instructions bemused the new employees.

复杂的指令使新员工困惑。

C2 noun /flɛk/

fleck

小斑点

Meaning

a small spot or mark, often of a different color

Example

There was a fleck of paint on the floor.

地板上有一个小斑点。

C2 phrase /lɛt ðɛm ˈθɪə.ri/

let them theory

让他们随心所欲的理论

Meaning

A philosophy of not trying to control others' actions or opinions and allowing them to be themselves.

Example

He follows the Let them theory and ignores negativity.

他遵循“让他们”理论，并忽视负面情绪。

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 adjective /ˈkwestʃənəbl/

Questionable

可疑的

Meaning

doubtful; dubious; suspicious; open to doubt or suspicion

Example

His questionable business practices led to an investigation.

他的可疑商业行为导致了一项调查。

C1 noun /ˌɪndɪˈdʒɛstʃən/

indigestion

Meaning

Discomfort or pain in the stomach associated with difficulty in digesting food.

Example

He avoided spicy food because it often gave him indigestion.

C2 noun /ˈbʌt.ər fɪʃ/

Butter-fish

黄油鱼

Meaning

a small, smooth-skinned marine fish

Example

The butter-fish is popular in Bengali cuisine.

黄油鱼在孟加拉菜中很受欢迎。

B1 noun ˈɒk.sɪ.dʒən

oxygen

氧气。无色、无味的气体，是生命必不可少的成分。

Meaning

A colorless, odorless reactive gas, the chemical element of atomic number 8 and the life-supporting component of the air.

Example

Oxygen is vital for life.

氧气对生命至关重要。

B2 adjective /ˈstæt.ɪk/

static

静态

Meaning

Lacking in movement, action, or change; stationary.

Example

Static ideas hinder progress.

静态的想法阻碍了进步。

C1 adjective /pəˈtɜːrnəl/

paternal

父亲的

Meaning

Relating to or characteristic of a father.

Example

He took a paternal interest in the boy’s education.

他对男孩的教育表现出父亲般的兴趣。

C1 noun /ˌkɑːr.diˈɒl.ə.dʒɪst/

cardiologist

心脏病学家

Meaning

A doctor specializing in diagnosing and treating heart diseases.

Example

She made an appointment with a cardiologist for her chest pain.

她因胸痛预约了心脏病学家的诊察。

B2 noun /ˈmɪd.deɪ/

Midday

中午

Meaning

The middle of the day; twelve o'clock in the daytime; noon

Example

The sun is brightest at midday when it's directly overhead.

太阳在中午最亮，当它正好在头顶时。

C1 verb /fɔːrˈʃædoʊ/

foreshadow

预示

Meaning

To indicate or suggest something that will happen in the future

Example

Dark clouds foreshadowed an approaching storm.

乌云预示着即将来临的暴风雨。

C1 noun /ˈɒf.sprɪŋ/

offspring

后代

Meaning

a person's child or children; an animal's young

Example

The bird carefully fed its offspring.

那只鸟小心地喂养了它的后代。

C2 noun /ˈhɪl.sə fɪʃ/

Hilsa fish

Hilsa鱼

Meaning

a popular fish species found in South Asian rivers, especially prized in Bengali cuisine

Example

Hilsa fish is considered a delicacy in Bengali culture.

Hilsa鱼在孟加拉文化中被视为美味佳肴。

B2 noun /ˈkwɔːtərˌbæk/

quarterback

四分卫

Meaning

the player who directs a team’s offense in American football

Example

The quarterback threw a perfect pass.

四分卫传了一个完美的传球。

B1 adjective /ˈmædʒɪkəl/

magical

Meaning

having or producing the charm, beauty, or power of magic

Example

The sunset over the mountains was a magical sight.

C1 noun /ˈbʌrə, ˈbʊrə/

borough

区

Meaning

A town, district, or administrative division, especially one with its own local government.

Example

Brooklyn is a borough of New York City.

布鲁克林是纽约市的一个区。

C2 noun /ˈbiːtənd raɪs/

Beatened rice

拍打米

Meaning

flattened rice; rice that has been parboiled, dried, and beaten into flat flakes

Example

Beaten rice is commonly eaten with milk and sugar for breakfast.

拍打米常与牛奶和糖一起食用作为早餐。

C1 noun ɪnˈflɛk.ʃən

inflection

语调变化

Meaning

The change in pitch or tone of voice when speaking for emphasis.

Example

His inflection kept the audience engaged.

他的语调让观众保持关注。

B2 adjective /ˈʃeɪm.fəl/

Shameful

可耻的; 不光彩的; 令人尴尬的

Meaning

causing shame; disgraceful; embarrassing

Example

His shameful behavior embarrassed the entire family.

他可耻的行为让整个家庭感到尴尬。

B1 noun /ˈspæroʊ/

Sparrow

麻雀

Meaning

small brown and grey bird commonly found in cities and towns

Example

The sparrow chirped cheerfully from the tree branch.

麻雀愉快地从树枝上啁啾。

C1 noun /ˈsʌn.stroʊk/

Sunstroke

中暑

Meaning

a serious condition caused by overheating from prolonged exposure to high temperatures

Example

The worker suffered from sunstroke after working outside all day.

工人在外面工作了一整天后中暑了。

B2 adjective /məˈkænɪkəl/

mechanical

幸福

Meaning

relating to machines or the way they work

Example

She has a good understanding of mechanical systems.

当她收到奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。

B2 noun /ˈprɛzɪdənsi/

presidency

总统职务

Meaning

the office or position of being a president

Example

He was elected to the presidency in 2020.

他在2020年当选为总统。

C1 adjective /ˈhæɡ.ərd/

Haggard

看起来疲惫和虚弱，尤其是由于疲劳、担忧或痛苦

Meaning

looking exhausted and unwell, especially from fatigue, worry, or suffering

Example

After working three nights without sleep, he looked haggard.

经过三夜没睡觉，他看起来很疲惫。

B2 adjective /kənˈtɛmpərɛri/

contemporary

当代的, 现代的

Meaning

belonging to the same time period; modern

Example

She enjoys contemporary art exhibitions.

她喜欢现代艺术展览。

C2 adjective /pərˈspɪkjuəs/

perspicuous

清晰

Meaning

Clearly expressed and easily understood; lucid.

Example

The teacher gave a perspicuous explanation of the theory.

老师给出了关于理论的清晰解释。

C1 verb /ˈspɪərˌhɛd/

spearhead

领导

Meaning

to lead or initiate an action, project, or movement

Example

She spearheaded the campaign for environmental awareness.

她领导了环保意识的运动。

B2 noun /ˈwɒrənti/

warranty

保修期

Meaning

A written guarantee given by a manufacturer or seller promising to repair or replace a product if necessary within a specified period.

Example

The laptop comes with a two-year warranty.

这台笔记本电脑附带两年的保修期。

B1 noun /flæʃ/

Flash

闪光; 闪烁

Meaning

a sudden brief burst of bright light; a very brief moment

Example

There was a bright flash of lightning followed by thunder.

有一道明亮的闪电，接着是雷声。

B1 verb /ˈdoʊneɪt/

donate

捐赠

Meaning

to give money, goods, or time to help others; to contribute

Example

She donates blood every three months.

她每三个月捐一次血。

C1 noun /prɪˈdɒmɪnəns/

predominance

主导地位

Meaning

The state of being greater in number, strength, or importance.

Example

The predominance of online shopping has changed retail forever.

在线购物的主导地位永久地改变了零售业。

C2 verb /ˌmɪs.əˈtrɪb.juːt/

misattribute

错误归因

Meaning

to incorrectly credit something, such as a work or remark, to the wrong person or source

Example

The quote was misattributed to Shakespeare.

这句话被错误地归因于莎士比亚。

C1 adjective /ˈmɜː.sɪ.ləs/

Merciless

冷酷无情; 残忍的;

Meaning

showing no mercy or pity; cruel and heartless

Example

The merciless dictator showed no compassion.

无情的独裁者没有显示任何同情。

C1 verb /əˈflɪkt/

afflict

使痛苦

Meaning

to cause pain, suffering, or distress to someone or something

Example

Many people are afflicted by seasonal allergies.

许多人受到季节性过敏的困扰。

C1 adjective /ˌɪn.dɪˈspen.sə.bəl/

indispensable

不可或缺

Meaning

Absolutely necessary, essential

Example

Water is indispensable for human survival.

水对人类生存至关重要。

C1 noun /kwɑːm/

qualm

怀疑

Meaning

a feeling of doubt, worry, or fear about something

Example

She had no qualm about speaking her mind.

她在表达自己想法时没有任何怀疑。

C2 noun /ˌkælɪsˈθɛnɪks/

calisthenics

体重训练

Meaning

exercises that use body weight for strength and flexibility

Example

She practices calisthenics every morning in the park.

她每天早晨在公园里做自体重训练。

C1 verb /riːl/

reel

跌倒 / 卷绕

Meaning

to lose balance and stagger; to wind or spin something onto a reel

Example

He reeled backward after being punched.

他被打后向后跌倒。

B2 noun ˈiːkoʊˌtʊrɪzəm

Eco-tourism

生态旅游

Meaning

A form of tourism involving responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people.

Example

Eco-tourism promotes responsible travel to natural areas.

生态旅游促进了负责任的自然地区旅游。

C1 adjective /ˈsɛnʃənt/

sentient

有感觉的

Meaning

Able to perceive or feel things.

Example

Humans are sentient beings capable of reasoning.

人类是能够推理的感知生命。

C1 adjective /ɪnˈtændʒəbl/

intangible

无形的

Meaning

Unable to be touched or grasped; not having a physical presence.

Example

Trust is an intangible quality in relationships.

信任是关系中一种无形的品质。

B2 verb /dɪˈtætʃ/

detach

分开

Meaning

to separate or remove something from something else

Example

She detached the page from the notebook.

她从笔记本上撕下了那一页。

B2 noun /tsuːˈnɑː.mi/

tsunami

海啸

Meaning

a large sea wave caused by an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption

Example

The tsunami devastated the coastal town, leaving thousands homeless.

海啸摧毁了沿海城市，导致成千上万的人无家可归。

C1 noun/verb /stæmˈpiːd/

stampede

混乱的人群

Meaning

A sudden, uncontrolled rush of people or animals; to cause a mass movement.

Example

The loud noise caused a stampede of the crowd.

嘈杂的声音引起了人群中的一阵奔跑。

C1 noun ˌdɛməˈɡræfɪk trænˈzɪʃən

demographic transition

人口过渡

Meaning

A shift in population patterns from high birth and death rates to low birth and death rates as a country develops economically

Example

The demographic transition indicates a shift towards an aging society.

人口过渡表示向老龄化社会的转变。

B2 verb /ˈwiːkən/

Weaken

削弱

Meaning

to make or become less strong or powerful

Example

The illness weakened his immune system significantly.

这场疾病显著削弱了他的免疫系统。

C1 noun /ˈpɪn.sərz/

Pincers

钳子

Meaning

a tool made of two curved or hinged pieces of metal used for gripping and pulling things

Example

The chef used pincers to remove the hot pot from the stove.

厨师用钳子把热锅从炉子上取下来。

B2 noun ˌɪn.təˈven.ʃən

intervention

干预

Meaning

The action or process of intervening; involvement in a situation to improve or help it.

Example

The intervention of the UN was crucial in resolving the conflict.

联合国的干预对解决冲突至关重要。

C2 noun /ˌpɛkjʊˈleɪʃən/

peculation

挪用公款

Meaning

The act of embezzling or stealing money, especially from public funds.

Example

The minister resigned after being accused of peculation.

部长在被指控参与挪用公款后辞职。

C1 verb /ˈwɒloʊ/

wallow

打滚, 沉溺

Meaning

to roll about or indulge oneself in something excessively

Example

The buffalo likes to wallow in the mud on hot days.

水牛喜欢在热天在泥巴里打滚。

B1 noun ˌkɒnsənˈtreɪʃən

concentration

集中

Meaning

The action or power of focusing one's attention or mental effort on a particular object or activity

Example

Concentration is key to mastering any skill.

集中是掌握任何技能的关键。

C2 noun /ˈfuːləri/

foolery

愚蠢

Meaning

Silly or foolish behavior or actions.

Example

His constant foolery made the meeting hard to take seriously.

他不断的愚蠢让会议变得难以认真对待。

C2 verb /læmˈbæst/

lambast

严厉批评

Meaning

To criticize harshly or to beat severely.

Example

The coach lambasted the team for their poor performance.

教练因团队表现差而严厉批评了他们。

C2 noun /ˈrɛlɪkwɛri/

reliquary

遗物箱

Meaning

a container for holy relics

Example

The ancient reliquary was decorated with gold and precious stones.

古老的遗物箱装饰着金子和宝石。

C2 noun /ɪˌkliːziˈæstɪk/

ecclesiastic

神职人员

Meaning

A member of the clergy or church official.

Example

The council was attended by several high-ranking ecclesiastics.

理事会由几位高级神职人员参加。

C2 noun /juːˌtɪlɪˈtɛəriənɪzəm/

utilitarianism

功利主义

Meaning

The ethical theory that actions are right if they are useful or for the benefit of the majority.

Example

Utilitarianism suggests that we should act to maximize overall happiness.

功利主义认为我们应该采取行动，以最大化整体幸福。

C2 adjective /ˈdɪsəluːt/

dissolute

放荡

Meaning

lacking moral restraint; indulging excessively in sensual pleasures

Example

He led a dissolute life filled with parties and gambling.

他过着充满派对和赌博的放荡生活。

C2 verb /ʧeɪf/

chafe

Meaning

To make or become sore by rubbing; to feel irritation or impatience.

Example

The tight shoes began to chafe his heels.

C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzɪləreɪtɪŋ/

exhilarating

令人振奋的

Meaning

Making someone feel very excited, happy, or thrilled.

Example

Skydiving was the most exhilarating experience of his life.

跳伞是他一生中最令人振奋的经历。

C2 noun /ˈsɛm.ɪ.nɛr.i/

seminary

神学院

Meaning

A school or college for training priests, ministers, or rabbis.

Example

He decided to enroll in a seminary to study theology.

他决定报名参加神学院，学习神学。