B2 noun /ˈpaɪ.θən/

Python

蟒蛇

Meaning

a large non-venomous snake that kills prey by constriction

Example

The python wrapped around its prey tightly.

蟒蛇紧紧缠绕着它的猎物。

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 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 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 /prəˈtɛstər/

protester

抗议者

Meaning

a person who takes part in a protest or demonstration

Example

The protester spoke passionately about the cause.

抗议者激情洋溢地谈论了这个原因。

B2 adverb /ˈpɑrʃəli/

Partially

部分地; 不完全地;

Meaning

to some extent; not completely; incompletely

Example

The building was only partially destroyed in the fire.

这座建筑在火灾中仅部分被摧毁。

B2 adjective /poʊˈɛt.ɪk/

poetic

诗意的

Meaning

having qualities of poetry; expressive, beautiful, or imaginative

Example

Her speech had a poetic rhythm that captivated the audience.

她的演讲有着一种诗意的节奏，吸引了听众。

B2 verb /prɪˈsiːdɪd/

preceded

之前发生

Meaning

came before something in time, order, or position

Example

Dark clouds preceded the heavy rainfall.

乌云在暴雨之前出现。

B2 noun /pænˈdɛmɪk/

pandemic

大流行病

Meaning

An outbreak of a disease that occurs on a global scale.

Example

The COVID-19 pandemic changed the world dramatically.

COVID-19 大流行病极大地改变了世界。

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 adjective /ˈprɛf(ə)rəb(ə)l/

preferable

更可取

Meaning

more desirable or suitable; better than something else

Example

It is preferable to take the train rather than drive in heavy traffic.

在严重交通堵塞的情况下，最好选择乘坐火车。

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 /ˌpeɪ.triˈɑː.tɪk/

Patriotic

爱国的

Meaning

showing love for one's country

Example

The patriotic citizens celebrated Independence Day with great enthusiasm.

爱国的公民们以极大的热情庆祝独立日。

B2 noun /ˈpɑːs.tʃər/

Posture

幸福

Meaning

the position in which someone holds their body; a particular attitude or approach

Example

Good posture is important for preventing back pain.

当她收到奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。

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 /ˈpɑːlɪʃ/

polish

擦亮

Meaning

to make smooth and shiny by rubbing; to improve or refine

Example

She needs to polish her shoes before the interview.

她需要在面试前擦亮她的鞋子。

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 adjective /ˈpɪt.i.fəl/

pitiful

可悲的, 哀伤的, 非常微小

Meaning

deserving or arousing pity; very small or inadequate

Example

The team's performance was pitiful compared to last year.

与去年相比，团队的表现可悲。

B2 verb (phrasal) /ˈpæs ˌɔːf/

pass-off

Meaning

to present something or someone falsely as something else; to pretend or deceive

Example

He tried to pass off the fake watch as a luxury brand.

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 adverb /pɪˈkju:.li.ə.li/

Peculiarly

以奇怪的方式; 以不寻常的方式

Meaning

in a strange or unusual way; in a manner that is distinctive or characteristic

Example

She dressed peculiarly for the formal dinner, wearing bright colors and unusual patterns.

她为正式晚宴穿着非常独特，穿着鲜艳的颜色和不寻常的图案。

B2 noun ˈpɛstɪˌsaɪd

pesticide

杀虫剂

Meaning

A substance used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals.

Example

The pesticide sprayed in the field killed the harmful insects.

在田间喷洒的杀虫剂杀死了有害的昆虫。

B2 verb /pliːd/

plead

恳求

Meaning

to make an emotional appeal; to present a case in court

Example

She pleaded for mercy.

她恳求宽恕。

B2 noun /piːk/

Peak

山顶

Meaning

the highest point of a mountain or hill; the maximum level or intensity

Example

The climbers reached the peak of Mount Everest.

登山者到达了珠穆朗玛峰的山顶。

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 /prəˈkleɪm/

proclaim

宣布

Meaning

to announce something publicly or officially, especially something important

Example

The president proclaimed a national day of mourning.

总统宣布了一个全国的哀悼日。

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。

B2 adjective /plʌmp/

plump

丰满或圆形

Meaning

having a full, rounded shape; pleasantly fat

Example

The cat was plump and well-fed.

那只猫又胖又被很好地喂养。

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 /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 /prɪˈdɪk.ʃən/

Prediction

预测

Meaning

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

Example

The weather prediction says it will rain tomorrow.

天气预测说明天会下雨。

B2 verb praɪˈɒraɪtaɪz

prioritize

优先

Meaning

To designate or treat something as more important than other things

Example

Prioritize your tasks to stay efficient.

优先处理您的任务，以保持高效。

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 noun ˌprez.əˈveɪ.ʃən

preservation

保存

Meaning

The action of maintaining something in its original or existing state; protection from harm or damage.

Example

Proper preservation extends the lifespan of machinery.

适当的保存延长了机器的使用寿命。

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 verb /pərˈsuː/

pursue

追求

Meaning

to follow or chase with the intent to catch or achieve something

Example

She decided to pursue her dreams of becoming a doctor.

她决定追求成为医生的梦想。

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.

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 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 /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 adjective prɪˈlɪm.ɪ.nər.i

preliminary

初步

Meaning

Denoting an action or event preceding or done in preparation for something fuller or more important.

Example

Preliminary steps are crucial before the main project.

初步步骤在主要项目之前至关重要。

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 noun /ˈpɒm.ɪˌɡræn.ɪt/

Pomegranate

石榴

Meaning

a round fruit with thick red skin containing many small red seeds with juice

Example

The pomegranate seeds were sweet and refreshing.

石榴籽又甜又清新。

B2 verb /ˈpɛrɪʃ/

perish

死去

Meaning

To die, especially in a sudden or violent way.

Example

Many soldiers perished in the war.

许多士兵在战争中死去。

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 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 /ˌprɒp.əˈɡæn.də/

Propaganda

宣传; 谣言

Meaning

information spread to promote a particular political cause or point of view

Example

The government used propaganda to influence public opinion during the war.

政府在战争期间使用了宣传来影响公众舆论。

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 /prɪˈdɪktəbəl/

predictable

可预测的

Meaning

able to be predicted or foreseen

Example

His reactions were predictable based on his past behavior.

他的反应是可以预测的，基于他的过去行为。

B2 adjective /ˈpɒlɪʃt/

polished

精致，优雅和精炼

Meaning

refined, sophisticated, and elegant in appearance or behavior

Example

She gave a polished performance at the recital.

她在音乐会上的表演非常精致。

B2 noun /pʌŋk/

punk

朋克

Meaning

a type of popular music, or the culture associated with it, characterized by loud, fast rhythms and rebellious attitudes

Example

He’s always been into punk music and fashion.

他一直对朋克音乐和时尚感兴趣。

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 verb prəˈlɔŋd

prolonged

延长

Meaning

Extended in duration; made to last longer than usual.

Example

Modern medicine has prolonged life expectancy.

现代医学延长了预期寿命。

B2 adjective ˌpaɪəˈnɪə.rɪŋ

pioneering

开创

Meaning

Involving new ideas or methods; innovative and original.

Example

Pioneering efforts often lead to success.

开创性努力常常通向成功。

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 noun /ˈpɑː.tɪ.klz/

particles

微粒

Meaning

Minute portions of matter.

Example

PM2.5 particles harm respiratory health.

PM2.5微粒危害呼吸健康。

B2 noun, verb /ˈplɑːstər/

plaster

石膏，修补

Meaning

a soft mixture applied to walls or used to cover wounds; or to cover or coat with plaster

Example

The workers plastered the walls to make them smooth.

工人们将墙壁涂上石膏，使其平滑。

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 noun /ˈpɔːt.fəʊ.li.əʊ/

portfolio

工作集、样本或工作清单

Meaning

A collection of work or samples demonstrating skills and expertise.

Example

His portfolio showcased his diverse range of skills.

他的投资组合展示了他广泛的技能。

B2 noun /ˈpeə.rən.tɪŋ/

parenting

育儿

Meaning

The care and training a child receives while growing up, involving the development of their mental, physical, and social aspects.

Example

Effective parenting helps children develop confidence and independence.

有效的育儿帮助孩子们发展自信和独立。

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 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 verb /prəˈhɪbɪt/

prohibit

禁止

Meaning

to forbid something by law, rule, or other authority

Example

The law prohibits smoking in public places.

法律禁止在公共场所吸烟。

B2 noun /ˈprɛmɪs/

premise

前提 / 建筑物

Meaning

a statement or idea on which reasoning or an argument is based; also a building or property

Example

His argument was based on a false premise.

他的论点是建立在一个错误的前提上的。

B2 adjective /prəˈspɛktɪv/

prospective

前景的

Meaning

likely or expected to happen in the future; potential

Example

The company is meeting with prospective clients next week.

公司将于下周与潜在客户会面。

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 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。

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 /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 noun prɛsˈtiːʒ

prestige

声望

Meaning

Widespread respect and admiration felt for someone or something on the basis of a perception of their achievements or quality.

Example

The university has gained international prestige for its research.

这所大学因其研究而获得了国际声誉。

B2 noun /ˌpɛnɪˈtreɪʃən/

penetration

渗透

Meaning

The act of piercing or entering into something.

Example

The company's market penetration grew rapidly.

公司的市场渗透迅速增长。

B2 noun /ˈpɛzənt/

peasant

农民

Meaning

a poor farmer or agricultural laborer who owns or rents a small piece of land for cultivation

Example

The peasant worked hard in the fields from dawn to dusk.

农民从黎明到黄昏在田地里辛勤劳作。

B2 noun /ˈpæd.ɪŋ/

padding

填充物 / 垫层

Meaning

soft material added for comfort, protection, or to fill space

Example

The chair had extra padding for comfort.

椅子上有额外的衬垫以增加舒适感。

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 adjective /pəˈzes.ɪv/

Possessive

幸福

Meaning

showing a desire to own or control something; unwilling to share; jealously protective

Example

He is very possessive about his car.

当她收到奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。

B2 noun /pʌntʃ/

Punch

打孔工具

Meaning

a tool used for making holes or indentations in materials

Example

The carpenter used a punch to make holes in the leather.

木匠使用打孔工具在皮革上打孔。

B2 noun /ˈpæd.i/

Paddy

未加工的稻米; 稻田

Meaning

rice in its natural state before processing; a field where rice is grown

Example

The farmers worked hard in the paddy fields during harvest season.

农民们在收割季节里在稻田里辛勤工作。

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 adjective /ˈprɒmɪnənt/

prominent

显著的

Meaning

Important, famous, or easily noticeable.

Example

He is a prominent leader in the community.

他是社区中的一个杰出领导者。

B2 adverb /ˈprez.ənt.li/

Presently

目前; 很快; 稍后

Meaning

at the present time; soon; in a little while

Example

The doctor will see you presently.

医生很快就会见到你。

B2 adjective /ˈpɔɪ.zən.əs/

Poisonous

有毒的; 毒性; 致命的

Meaning

containing poison; toxic; deadly

Example

The snake is highly poisonous and dangerous.

这条蛇非常有毒且危险。

B2 adjective, noun /ˈsaɪkɪk/

psychic

Meaning

relating to the mind or supernatural powers; a person claiming to have extrasensory abilities

Example

The psychic claimed she could predict the future.

B2 adjective /ˈpæʃənət/

passionate

热情的

Meaning

showing or caused by strong feelings or a strong belief

Example

He is passionate about environmental conservation.

他对环境保护充满热情。

B2 noun /ˈpɒp.i/

Poppy

罂粟

Meaning

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

Example

The red poppy bloomed beautifully in the garden.

红色的罂粟花在花园里美丽地绽放。

B2 noun 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 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 /pəˈsɪs.tənt/

persistent

坚持不懈

Meaning

continuing to exist or endure over a prolonged period

Example

Despite many setbacks, her persistent efforts led to success.

尽管遇到许多挫折，她的坚持不懈最终带来了成功。

B2 noun /pæd/

pad

便签本

Meaning

a small cushion or block of soft material; also a set of sheets of paper fastened together

Example

He wrote her phone number on a yellow pad.

他把她的电话号码写在一个黄色的便签本上。

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 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 /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 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 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。

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 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 noun /ˈfoʊ.bi.ə/

Phobia

极度的恐惧; 厌恶

Meaning

an extreme or irrational fear of or aversion to something

Example

She has a phobia of spiders.

她有蜘蛛恐惧症。

B2 noun/verb /pəʊl/

poll

民意调查

Meaning

a survey of public opinion or voting in an election

Example

The poll revealed that most people favored the new policy.

民意调查显示大多数人支持新政策。

B2 adjective /ˈprɒb.ə.bəl/

Probable

可能的

Meaning

likely to happen; expected; plausible

Example

It is probable that it will rain tomorrow according to the weather forecast.

根据天气预报，明天可能会下雨。

B2 noun /pəˈræmɪtər/

parameter

参数

Meaning

a limit, boundary, or measurable factor that defines or determines something

Example

We need to set clear parameters for this project.

我们需要为这个项目设定明确的参数。

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 adjective /ˈfoʊni/

phony

虚假, 假冒

Meaning

not genuine; fraudulent or insincere

Example

He gave a phony smile to hide his true feelings.

他露出虚假的微笑来掩饰他的真实感情。

B2 verb /plʌndʒ/

plunge

迅速跳入或潜水；突然下降

Meaning

to jump or dive quickly; to fall sharply

Example

She plunged into the swimming pool.

她跳进了游泳池。

B2 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 noun /ˈpælət/

palette

调色板

Meaning

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

Example

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

艺术家在开始画画之前，在她的调色板上混合了鲜艳的色调。

B2 noun /ˈprɛfəs/

preface

前言

Meaning

an introduction to a book, speech, or other written work

Example

The author explained his motivation in the preface.

作者在前言中解释了他的动机。

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 /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 /proʊˈbeɪʃən/

probation

试用期

Meaning

a period of testing or supervision, especially for offenders or new employees

Example

He was placed on probation for six months.

他被安排了六个月的试用期。

B2 adjective /prɪˈzentəbl/

Presentable

适合公众展示; 看起来体面

Meaning

neat and suitable for being seen in public; acceptable in appearance

Example

Make sure you look presentable for the job interview.

确保在面试中看起来像个体面的人。

B2 noun /prəˈfɪʃənsi/

proficiency

熟练

Meaning

Competency or skill; expertise.

Example

His proficiency in multiple languages is remarkable.

他在多种语言上的熟练度令人印象深刻。

B2 noun plɒt

plot

情节

Meaning

The main story of a piece of writing, or the series of events that happen in it.

Example

The plot of A Tale of Two Cities is intense and gripping.

'双城记'的情节紧张且引人入胜。

B2 noun /ˈpes.ə.mɪst/

Pessimist

悲观主义者

Meaning

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

Example

Being a pessimist, he always expected the worst outcome.

作为一个悲观主义者，他总是预期最坏的结果。

B2 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 /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 adverb /ˈpʌb.lɪk.li/

Publicly

公开地; 公然地;

Meaning

in a public manner; openly; for everyone to see or know

Example

The company publicly announced their new policy.

公司公开宣布了他们的新政策。

B2 noun /feɪz/

Phase

阶段; 变化或发展的过程中一个明确的阶段或时期

Meaning

a distinct period or stage in a process of change or development

Example

The project is now in its final phase.

该项目现在处于最后阶段。

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 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 adjective /ˈprɑːspərəs/

Prosperous

繁荣的; 兴旺的;

Meaning

successful in material terms; flourishing financially

Example

The company became very prosperous after launching their new product.

该公司在推出新产品后变得非常繁荣。

B2 adjective /ˈpoʊ.lər/

polar

极地的，关于两极的

Meaning

relating to the North or South Pole; opposite in nature or character

Example

Penguins live in polar regions of the Earth.

企鹅生活在地球的极地地区。

B2 noun /paʊtʃ/

pouch

袋子

Meaning

a small bag or pocket, often used to carry small items

Example

She kept her coins in a small leather pouch.

她把硬币放在一个小皮袋里。